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News & Notes from Across the Industry |
May 2018, Issue 18 |
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| ABI Research Emphasizes Importance of In-Building Wireless for FirstNet™ Success in Report |
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| A new report from ABI Research highlights the need for in-building DAS investments and collaboration among jurisdictions and building owners to ensure the success of AT&T’s FirstNet™ rollout. |
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| As AT&T builds the nationwide FirstNet network much of the focus has been placed on the outdoor infrastructure, leaving many questions regarding the interoperability between FirstNet and localized in-building networks. |
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| Nearly all wireless traffic – over 80% - starts or ends on an indoor network, so a strong in-building signal will be crucial to connecting to FirstNet and allowing the first responder network to deliver the functionality intended. The wide variety of Authority Having Jurisdictions, local ordinances and standards, building owners, and network options presents a challenge in creating a cohesive collection of in-building networks that will all work seamlessly in conjunction with FirstNet. |
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| Nick Marshall, Research Director at ABI, pointed out that AT&T has already committed “more than 6,000 distributed antenna systems and 40,000 Wi-Fi access points to the first responder community.” But, he added, “requirements for in-building coverage have received little attention so far.” |
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| Marshall goes on to caution that “overlooking FirstNet standards for in-building public safety may compromise the effectiveness of this mission critical service.” |
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| “In-building public safety communication is critical,” added Bill Moten, Tessco VP of Solutions Development. “Today’s in-building coverage policy is mostly focused on voice communications. We need to ensure FirstNet’s public safety data is treated with the same importance as voice and ensure all buildings have the coverage needed.” |
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| This need presents a valuable opportunity for DAS integrators, though. ABI forecasts the indoor wireless market for public safety to hit $1.8 billion in 2021. |
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To learn more about in-building public safety communications, revisit presentations from our track dedicated to the topic at Tessco One at
www.tessco-one.com/charleston-2018/presentations/ and to explore Tessco’s DAS and FirstNet offer, visit www.tessco.com. |
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| UPDATES FROM OUR MANUFACTURERS |
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Providing the Critical Link in Your
In-Building DAS System |
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| Comba offers a full lineup of passive components to transport critical RF signals of both passive and active DAS systems. From extended wideband frequency ranges to low PIM ratings, Comba’s passives feature the latest technology for today’s demanding wireless communication systems. |
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| PolyPhaser GPS, Small Cell and Tower Top Protectors |
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| The GX Series of RF DC pass surge arrestors protect RF coaxial applications where DC current is needed on the coaxial line. The arrestors integrate the quick response of a silicon diode with the surge handling capabilities of a MOV and gas tube. The series provides superior protection for GPS, small cell applications and other active antenna systems from DC to 2700 MHz. |
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| New Low-Loss, Low-Pim DAS Jumpers From Times Microwave |
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| Times Microwave’s SPP-250-LLPL jumpers provide static and dynamic PIM performance better than -155 dBc and half the attenuation of RG-142 jumpers. They are available in 1-, 2-, and 3-meter lengths with N, 7/16 DIN, and SMA connectors. |
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| Tessco No. 570736 |
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| VenVolt™ 802.3at PoE+ Site Survey Battery Pack with 7+ Hour Life |
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| Ventev’s patent-pending VenVolt™ 802.3at PoE+ Site Survey Battery Pack provides WLAN professionals and network engineers with mobile PoE+ power for Access Points and other 802.3at-powered devices. The long-lasting, lightweight battery pack has two RJ-45 connectors for data in and power out, a port to power USB-powered devices, a stable chemistry, and a longer life than other lithium formulations. |
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| Tessco No. 248504 |
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| Ultra Slim Omnidirectional Antennas from Westell |
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| Less is more with Westell’s line of ultra slim antennas. Increase in-building coverage and maintain aesthetics with low profile antennas designed to cover 600-4000 MHz. |
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| UPCOMING EVENTS |
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| Safer Buildings Coalition Presents: |
| Public Safety In-Building Radio Booster System Code Seminar |
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| Glenview Mansion |
| Rockville, MD |
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| Thursday, May 10 |
| 9:30am - 2:30pm |
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| Sponsored by Tessco, Comba, and Wave Wireless, this seminar will cover model codes regarding in-building public safety communications systems. |
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| Look for Tessco at the following upcoming events: |
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| Entelec |
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| May 15-17, 2018 |
| Houston, TX |
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| Connect X |
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| Once you’re registered, contact your Tessco Account Manager and ask about a FREE VIP upgrade, a $1200 value! |
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| May 21-24, 2018 |
| Charlotte, NC |
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| NFPA Conference & Expo |
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| June 11-14, 2018 |
| Las Vegas, NV |
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| Knowledge Exchange |
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| Are you preparing for 5G deployments or want to learn more about 5G? |
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| Download the Keysight 5G Over-The-Air Performance Measurement and Evaluation application note to learn more about the millimeter wave test challenges 5G brings and what you can do now to prepare. |
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