Datum Systems

Datum Systems is a United States-based manufacturer specializing in satellite and troposcatter communication modems, with over 35 years of experience in the field. The company designs, manufactures, and sells its products globally, serving customers in over 120 countries. Datum Systems focuses on Software Defined (SD) modem technology, offering solutions compatible with Low Earth Orbit (LEO), Medium Earth Orbit (MEO), and Geostationary Earth Orbit (GEO) satellite constellations, as well as High Throughput Satellites (HTS).

Key product lines include the M7XC, a compact and powerful SD modem capable of data rates exceeding 560Mbps, and the M7 platform, offering flexible configurations for point-to-multipoint, point-to-point, and mesh network topologies. A core differentiator for Datum Systems is its emphasis on Size, Weight, and Power (SWaP) optimized designs, making its modems suitable for integration into mobile, airborne, maritime, and man-portable terminals, as well as traditional fixed ground stations.

Recent company news highlights deployments of its M7 platform and advancements in multi-receiver technology, including a 64-channel receiver within a single VSAT rack space. Datum Systems operates as an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and provides a range of supporting documentation and resources for its products.