(P)Element 3-97 IMSARSAT Communications Systems 2

Question 1

What is the best description for the INMARSAT-C system?

Answer 1

It is a store-and-forward system that provides routine and distress communications.

Question 2

The INMARSAT mini-M system is a:

Answer 2

Satellite system utilizing spot beams to provide for small craft communications.

Question 3

What statement best describes the INMARSAT-B services?

Answer 3

Voice at 16 kbps, Fax at 14.4 kbps and high-speed Data at 64/54.

Question 4

Which INMARSAT systems offer High Speed Data at 64/54 kbps?

Answer 4

B, M4 and Fleet.

Question 5

When INMARSAT-B and INMARSAT-C terminals are compared

Answer 5

INMARSAT-C antennas are small and omni-directional, while INMARSAT-B antennas are larger and directional.

Question 6

What services are provided by the INMARSAT-M service?

Answer 6

Voice at 6.2 kbps, Data at 2.4 kbps, Fax at 2.4 kbps and e-mail.