1. LEVERAGING ON NigComSat-1R FOR CONVERGENCE & INNOVATIVE SERVICES WEST AFRICA CONVERGENCE CONFERENCE -WACC ON THEME: ENGAGE, REGULATE, LEVERAGE, LIVE CONVERGENCE
Presented by: IBIYE MEMBERR
30TH NOVEMBER, 2016
NIGERIAN COMMUNICATIONS SATELLITE (NIGCOMSAT) LIMITED

2. Introduction
The combined requirements developing from the utilization of the internet are overwhelming todays communication sector. Particularly with the heavy reliance on smart devices. This has increased user demand immensely, leveraging on internet service from any device at any time or any service provider such as NIGCOMSAT LTD. One operator alone cannot provide all these access platforms and solutions.
This event is very timely in order to promote the convergence of communication services across board, which will improve our collective services and delivery to end users.

3. Convergence
In general, convergence is the coming together of two or more distinct entities to form a new system.
These could refer to markets(economies), technologies, services or even institutions.
Convergence possibilities and actualization became accelerated on the emergence of digitization of Information Technology.
Information Technology is hinged on Network services which one of it is the satellite network which usually converges with terrestrial networks.

4. A Simplistic Illustration of Convergence
Earphones worked to
Serve as antenna 2G
Mobile
Phone 2 3 1
2G Phone
With Radio tuner
integrated
Digital radio
3G /4G Phone with
Broadband and Internet radio
Application 1
CONVERGED PHYSICAL TECHNOLOGIES
for
CONVERGED SERVICE
Analogue
Mobile
Phone
CONVERGED SERVICE
(No radio circuitry needed for a radio service)
Analogue radio

5. Forces Driving Modern Day Convergence
Digitization of content and Information Technology.
Worldwide deregulation trends and policies.
The Internet & broadband.
The quest for new markets and start-ups.
The urgent need for a solution by looking into existing ones.
Communication satellite.

6. Unique Attributes of a Satellite Network
Satellite Network is;
One of the easiest & fastest long distance network to setup.
The most effective live broadcast ready technology.
Economical and technologicaly resilient network which best works with SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) systems employed to help in Detection, Alert, Response and Prevention (DARP) of the Nation’s infrastructural and economic resources.

7. The Value of Communication Satellites
There are several ways communication satellite have added value to the drive of Convergence since its commercialization (it was once the only way to the internet in the past and greater opportunities still exist in the near future).
This include broadcasting, Internet services, extending the reach of terrestrial Networks to almost impossible locations.
A good example of these is the Maritime Industry which enjoys services including telemedicine, real-time interactive distance video training, surveillance and the list goes on.
Without Communication satellites converging networks and eliminating the digital-divide, myriads of technology and market opportunities would never have been realized quickly or would be hard to achieve.

8. Versatility of The Satellite Infrastructure
VSAT terminals can be relocated fast and quick.
Despite all the advances in science and technology, humankind remain vulnerable to the effect of natural and man-made disasters.
Communications satellite remains the major platform for rapid response emergency networks and at all phases of emergency and disaster management.

9. NigComSat-1R-The Orbital Conduit to Converged Networks
Satellite Communication network is usually the major and most cost effective way of eliminating the rural & maritime communication disadvantage (The Digital Divide) when converged with terrestrial networks.
Satellite ever strong relevance recently brought new market opportunities where OneWeb, Facebook and Google have been working to tap into and be a very powerful alternative to terrestrial networks regarding the Internet.
With satellite technology you can have a wide range of tailored solutions per group of customers that can work as complimentary technology to extend connectivity solutions and hence facilitate faster convergence.

10. NigComSat-1R Payload
The communication Payload located at 42.5 Degree East comprises of 28 transponders.
C Band
(36 MHz each)
4 Active
Ku Band
(31.5 MHz each)
14 Active
Ka Band
(120 MHz each)
8 active
L Band
(2 MHz and 4 MHz)
2 active

11. NigComSat-1R Ku-Band Footprints
Ku-Band: Ecowas 1 Beam
Ku-Band: ECOWAS 2 Beam

12. NigComSat-1R C and Ku-Footprints
Ku-Band: Kashi Beam
C-Band Coverage

13. NigComSat-1R Ka-Band Footprints
Ka-Band: Nigeria Beam
Ka-Band: Europe Beam

14. Ka-Band: South African Beam

15. Outdoor Unit Sizes

18. South African Beam Internet Access via NigComSat-1R Ka-Band VSAT Service

19. Infrastructure Convergence
Providing a new level of terrestrial and satellite integration.
Hunger for live broadcasting is as strong as ever, and satellite is a cost effective and efficient way of transmitting these feeds over large and difficult to reach areas. Connected devices will play an important part in improving viewers’ experiences.
In the future, it won’t be about the speed of broadband to homes. it will be about the speed being able to support simultaneous streams, and more importantly that the broadband infrastructure is able to support this.
Convergence is the emergence of a hybrid world which offers real enhancement to consumers experiences where available.
There are locations where it is not economical to have a terrestrial connection and the satellite infrastructure fills the gap.

20. The Convergence Reality.
Triple Play
VOICE, VIDEO & DATA
Convergence of Applications-
Telco Operators –
Broadcast Operators –
Internet Service Providers -
Regulators (NCC & NBC) –
Cloud computing-
Triple Play
VOICE, VIDEO & DATA
Triple Play
VIDEO , DATA & VOICE
INTERNET-FIBRE/MICROWAVE
INTERNET-SATELLITE VSAT
ISPs, Telco & Broadcast Operators (VOICE, VIDEO & DATA)
Any user, any access, all devices, geographical location etc

21. Conclusion Government Policy Implementation.
Communication satellites have always been a valuable drive for convergence and remains deeply relevant in the future of convergence.

22. The role of Satellite Communication is unending and Convergence is the future. Thank You!