The boat’s GPS continuously supplies the boat’s position to the processor on its serial port. Depending on the selected satellite, the processor points the dish in the direction calculated with the help of the electronic compass mounted on the antenna or with the boat’s gyrocompass. Elevation of pointing is carried out at the same time with the help of two inclinometers. As soon as the satellite is found, its maximum signal is looked for and memorised. From this point on all of the boat’s movements on the dish are cancelled with motors that control all of the moving axes. Gyroscopes, inclinometers, compass and GPS supply all of the information needed to stabilise the antenna’s aim and offer optimum reception.

The mechanical part is built with marine techniques without compromises in aluminium that is treated and painted at 180°. Its cables with their relative plug passing through the base’s centre are invisible and well protected from water and salinity. An elegant radome in shiny white VTR encloses, protects and gives aesthetic styling to the antenna.