Maritime Satellite TV Installation: Wavefield TVRO on Offshore Rig

Project overview

A maritime installation was completed on an offshore rig, involving the delivery and commissioning of a satellite television reception and distribution system.
The objective of the project was to provide reliable DVB-S2 satellite TV signals to multiple accommodation and recreational areas on the rig.

Delivered system

The delivered solution consisted of the following components:

• Wavefield TVRO 90 cm satellite antenna
• Quad LNB configuration for multi-signal distribution
• Multiswitch system for satellite signal routing
• Distribution of DVB-S2 signals to multiple endpoints
• Entertainment system infrastructure for onboard use

The Wavefield TVRO antenna was selected for stable satellite tracking and suitability for offshore operating conditions.

Signal distribution and coverage

The multiswitch system was configured to distribute satellite television signals to a total of 48 TV connections across the rig, including:

• recreation room
• crew mess room
• additional accommodation and common areas

This setup allows simultaneous access to satellite television services across all connected areas without signal degradation.

Maritime installation scope

As part of this marine installation, the following activities were performed:

• antenna installation and alignment
• LNB configuration and signal optimisation
• installation of the multiswitch system
• routing and termination of coaxial cabling
• testing and verification of DVB-S2 signal quality
• system commissioning and handover

All work was carried out in accordance with offshore installation practices.

System performance and reliability

The installed satellite TV system provides:

• stable satellite reception in offshore conditions
• consistent signal quality across all TV outlets
• scalable architecture for future expansion
• compatibility with standard marine and offshore entertainment systems

The solution supports continuous entertainment availability for crew members during offshore operations.
Application

This type of maritime satellite TV installation is suitable for:

• offshore rigs
• offshore platforms
• accommodation barges
• offshore vessels requiring central TV distribution
• crew welfare and entertainment systems

Key benefits of maritime satellite TV installation

A professionally executed maritime installation of a satellite TV system offers several operational benefits:

• centralised satellite signal distribution
• reduced equipment redundancy at TV endpoints
• consistent DVB-S2 signal quality
• simplified system maintenance
• improved crew welfare through reliable entertainment access

Contact for TVRO satellite TV installation (maritime)

For vessels and offshore installations requiring a TVRO satellite TV installation, proper system design and certified maritime installation are essential for reliable signal distribution.

Satcenter provides technical support and installation services for maritime satellite TV systems, including TVRO antennas, multiswitch distribution and DVB-S2 signal delivery to accommodation and recreational areas.

For information regarding system configuration, installation scope or technical requirements for offshore and maritime environments, Satcenter can be contacted.