GL Communications debuts newest GSM wireless backhaul testing solutions

GL Communications recently introduced the Global System for Mobile Communications (GSM,) the latest versions of its testing solutions for wireless backhaul networks.

The recent, rapid rise of mobile communications triggered greater penetration of the mobile market by data and video applications. This increased the importance of wireless backhaul such as IP and Ethernet backhaul over fiber, microwave, and various flavors of TDM. To keep expenses down, operators have turned to alternative backhaul solutions.

According to GL Communications, traditional T1 E1 networks can no longer ensure reliable transmissions over an expanding number of cellular sites. Network operators now require the right tools to monitor and fix a wide variety of backhaul options

To that end, GL test gear allow operators to monitor and test backhaul networks no matter the media used. The Company's products come in portable, handheld, and PC-based variants, and are used on a global scale to keep an eye on deployed networks.

Hardware and software designer GL Communications offers a complete line of solutions that provides flexible test solutions to cellular operators in compliance with the needs of various network traffic. Its products can test cellular backhaul, cellular IP backhaul, carrier Ethernet backhaul, and point-to-point and multipoint circuits. It can also conveniently simulate backhaul systems within a laboratory.

KanOkla triples network capacity through PureWave Quantum base stations

Value-added distributor Moonblink announced that KanOkla Networks recently selected the PureWave Quantum 3.65GHz Mobile WiMAX base stations to vastly expand its network capacity.

According to Justin Mayo, KanOkla’s Network Operations Manager, the company's wireless network had reached capacity in some of its markets. The Kansas-based KanOkla needed a solution to meet the needs of a new generation of data-hungry customers. In particular, the solution should be able to enhance and improve media-rich applications such as video streaming.

KanOkla determined that the 700 MHz band possessed excellent propagation characteristics. However, the equipment available to the company was not designed to handle high-bandwidth applications.

With the help of distributor Moonlink, which specialized on finding wireless and video surveillance solutions, KanOkla determined that PureWave’s semi-licensed 3.65GHz solutions was the optimal choice to expand the Kansas company's wireless backhaul network.

KanOkla came to its decision based on  PureWave Quantum's capabilities, which included superior link budget, optimized cell radius, and capacity to enhance coverage in NLOS conditions. In addition, the FCC-certified PureWave Quantum base station could operate in the entire 50MHz available within the 3.65GHz band.

50MHz of spectrum is available on the 3.65GHz band. The spectrum is accessible to most operators, even those who only have a non-exclusive license. The 3.65GHz band also offers optimized performance with limited interference. This is important because each deployment site needs GPS coordinate registration. Operators who used the same band within a particular site need to coordinate their operations.

Another advantage is that the Purewave base station could also operate with or without an access service network gateway (ASN-GW.)

PureWave Quantum base stations are based on the PureMax Smart Antenna Technology. The system deploys multiple, self-calibrating antennas that will deliver premium link budget. 6x6 MIMO technology is used to enhances network capacity up to 300% while simplifying planning.

KanOkla intends to deploy the base stations in standalone mode. This has the advantages of reducing costs and easing the deployment process.

To date, fifteen PureWave Quantum base station sectors have already been successfully deployed in standalone mode. In addition, KanOkla intends to develop a 3.65GHz overlay to the current 700MHz network that will further expand its capacity.