Skylo NTN Certification
Like any network provider, Skylo has a vested interest in ensuring a minimal level of device performance. Every device that will utilize Skylo's NTN will need to be certified on our network. Below is a description of our certification process.
Overview
Skylo NTN Certification ensures that devices operating on the network make efficient use of network resources.
Certification is done at three levels:
- Chipset - NTN protocol implementation and Skylo-specific protocol standards
- Module - use certified chipset to produce reliable RF and functional output
- Device - use certified module or chipset to produce and end device that operates reliably on the network
Function Requirements
Location Information Access: NTN modem needs to know its location to calculate timing adjust accurately
Network Switching (Dual Mode Devices): While on NTN, device needs to monitor for the return of a viable terrestrial signal
Minimum Viable NTN Signal Level:NTN modem should not attempt to connect unless the signal is viable (futile attach attempts waste capacity
Message Rate Limit: NTN device should limit transmissions to no more that 2 per minutes except for emergency
SIM and Profile Support: Skylo network can be access through a Skylo SIM (physical or eSIM/iSIM) or through a roaming arrangement with a roaming partner profile.
Relevant Standards
Location Information Access:NTN modem needs to know its location to calculate timing adjust accurately
Network Switching (Dual Mode Devices): While on NTN, device needs to monitor for the return of a viable terrestrial signal
Minimum Viable NTN Signal Level:NTN modem should not attempt to connect unless the signal is viable (futile attach attempts waste capacity
Message Rate Limit: NTN device should limit transmissions to no more that 2 per minutes except for emergency
SIM and Profile Support: Skylo network can be access through a Skylo SIM (physical or eSIM/iSIM) or through a roaming arrangement with a roaming partner profile.
RF Requirements
