Communotron DTS-M1
| Communotron DTS-M1 | ||
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| Antenna by Ionic Symphonic Protonic Electronics | ||
| Radial size | Radial mounted | |
| Cost | (total) | 900.00 
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| Mass | (total) | 0.050 t |
| Drag | 0.2 | |
| Max. Temp. | 2000 K | |
| Impact Tolerance | 8 m/s | |
| Research |  Precision Engineering
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| Unlock cost | 4 900
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| Since version | 0.22 | |
| Part configuration | commsAntennaDTS-M1.cfg | |
| Antenna type | Direct | |
| Antenna rating | 2 Gm | |
| Packet size | 2 Mits | |
| Transmission speed | 5.71 Mits/s | |
| Electricity required | 6 ⚡/Mits | |
| Packed volume | 12 l | |
| Stacking capacity | 4 units | |
The Communotron DTS-M1 is an antenna, used to connect to CommNet and transmit science. It is deployable, and must be deployed before use.
It is a medium sized antenna, more powerful than the Communotron 16, and weaker than the Communotron HG-55. It is the non-relay version of the RA-2 Relay Antenna.
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Product description
| “ | The Communotron DTS-M1 is a fully deployable communications and data transmission system. It has been designed to have a minimal form factor when stowed. Occasional antenna tweaking and swift kicks to the main assembly may be required for optimal performance. — Ionic Symphonic Protonic Electronics |
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Usage
The Communotron DTS-M1 is a medium strength antenna. Its antenna power of 2G is ideal for inner Kerbol system exploration. With a level 2 Tracking Station, a single DTS-M1 can reach Moho, Eve, and Duna if the planets are nearby; with a level 3 station, a DTS-M1 can maintain constant communication from Moho, connect from Eve and Duna most of the time, and even reach Dres on a good day.
Like the Communotron 16, the DTS-M1 must be deployed before use. Once deployed, it can be broken by aero forces, and must be repaired by an Engineer. Transmitting science will automatically deploy the antenna.
Trivia
- The Communotron DTS-M1 had a "Flashing Lights" option in the VAB/SPH, but no one was sure which light flashes if any light flashes. As of version 1.11 this option is no longer there..
Changes
- Moved tech from Basic Science to Precision Engineering
- cost changed from 600 to 900
- entryCost changed from 1500 to 4900
- Increased mass from 0.03 to 0.05
- Moved from Science to Communication
- Added CommNet
- Cost increased (100 to 600), packet cost decreased (15 to 12.5)
- Initial release
