Planning
Wireless Networks
The planning of a fixed wireless network differs significantly from
copper based access networks. The use of radio to replace copper in
the traditional access network requires modifications to the deployment
planning process with special emphasis on radio coverage aspects.
To assist operators in planning deployments for AS4000 and AS4020
networks, Airspan offers a companion product – AS9020 Airplan.
AS9020 is a PC based tool that allows the user to predict the radio
coverage from Central Terminal sites and supports all of the functionality
required to plan the deployment of a network containing a mix of AS4000
and AS4020 equipment.
Service Penetration Predictions
The data rate and Quality of Service (QOS) to any subscriber in a
network can be predicted using AS9020. A clear coverage map of the
network is generated showing the level of service available in any
particular subscriber location. This is derived from performing radio
coverage analysis over digital elevation models of the area using
proven radio propagation algorithms.
Once the Central Terminal sites have been determined, AS9020 can be
used in conjunction with a radio measurement survey to compare actual
and predicted coverage. This information can then be used to further
enhance or modify the propagation prediction engine, and to take account
of specific local variations in propagation conditions.
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Key
Features
- AS4000 & AS4020 Compatible
- QOS Analysis
- Traffic Density Mapping
- Service Penetration Mapping
- Uplink & Downlink Margin Analysis
- Co & Adjacent Channel C/I Predictions
- Path Profiling
- Survey Comparisons & Prediction Tuning
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