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UNLICENSED TV BAND
VHF/UHF NETWORKING SYSTEM
WHITE SPACE
3055 Enterprise Court Vista, CA 92081
TEL: (760) 560-0348 FAX: (760) 560-0356
email: [email protected] web: www.metricsystems.com
Domestic Version
151019
MADE IN USA
FCC ID: 2ABCU-50739
ACOMPLETE INDUSTRIAL-GRADE
BROADBAND MULTIPOINT NETWORKING
INFRASTRUCTURE SOLUTION PROVIDING
SUPERIOR RANGE AND COVERAGE FOR
WILDERNESS, RURAL, AND URBAN
OPERATIONS
MAJOR BENEFITS
Support for new services and revenue opportunities
Establish reliable unlicensed broadband reach in wilderness, rural and urban areas
Reduce or eliminate VSAT and microwave reliance
Reduce in-field telecommunications CAPEX and OPEX
Strengthen enterprise OPSEC and in-field security
CORE CAPABILITIES
Excellent all-terrain performance
End-to-end redundancy
Robust platform security and data payload encryption
Point-to-point, multi-point, and mesh architectures
Robust operations and spectrum management support
Extend reach of LTE/4G, WiFi, WiMax, M2M, SCADA, and IoT systems
MULTIPOINT/MESH WIRELESS SOLUTION
Dual-Link Half-DuplexMultipoint Configuration
STANDARD CONFIGURATIONS AND APPLICATIONS®
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RAPTOR
SYSTEM OVERVIEW®
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RAPTORTHE RAPTOR IS A WHITE SPACE SPECTRUM MULTIPOINT NETWORKING SYSTEM
DESIGNED TO MEET THE RIGORS AND FIELD CONNECTIVITY REQUIREMENTS TO
SUPPORT CRITICAL CARRIER BACKHAUL, WIDE-AREA, M2M COVERAGE, IN-BUILDING,
AND MOBILE OPERATOR INFRASTRUCTURE REQUIREMENTS.
THE RAPTOR FEATURES A MODULAR HARDWARE AND FIRMWARE SYSTEM PROVIDING
A SCALABLE ARCHITECTURE TO KEEP PACE WITH EVER INCREASING TRANSPORT AND
SECURITY REQUIREMENTS.
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STANDARD FEATURES APPLICATIONS
ANTENNA CONFIGURATIONS
Standard single Tx/Rx antenna and independent Tx/Rx antenna option provide maximum range and coverage capability
NETWORK ARCHITECTURE
User-configurable point-to-point, point-to-multipoint and peer-to-peer ad hoc mesh topologies
Compatible with all IP-based network equipment
Channel aggregations and bonding to increase payload capacity and enhance system reliability
BROAD SPECTRUM OPERATING SUPPORT
Complete Hi-Band VHF and UHF operation:174-216, 470-602, 620-698 MHz
Maximum FCC approved power output: +27.8 dBm
Optimum link performance via automatic end-to-end signal integrity control
Patented Embedded White Space Spectrum Management System for uninterrupted operation
TELECOMMUNICATIONS SUPPORT
LTE/4G/GSM Range Extension
Remote WiFi/WiMax Off-load
Rural and Urban Internet Distribution Systems
Superior in-building penetration and coverage
SECURITY
Meets requirements of DHS/NIST Guide to Industrial Control System Security NIST Special Publication 800-82 Rev. 1 (May 2013)
Robust suite of hardware, firmware, and software tools to secure and defend against field intrusions and data theft
OPTIONS
Extreme weather packaging (arctic to jungle)
Class 1, Div. 2 Packaging available
Add-on channel option provides increased
payload rates, 1:N link redundancy and fault
tolerant operation (requires one or more Channel
Expansion shelves
Interfaces for legacy (non-IP) devices
Custom DC input support from 12 to –48 VDC
INDUSTRIAL CONTROL AND SCADA SYSTEMS
Oil and gas refineries and distribution networks
Water and Waste Water Infrastructure
Electric Power Transmission and Distribution Grid
Chemical and pharmaceutical processing facilities
TRANSPORTATION SYSTEMS
Intelligent Highway Infrastructure Networks
Rail Monitoring and Control systems
Broadband Harbor and Waterways Network
Highway Monitoring and Traffic Control
In 2010, with the transition to HDTV, the FCC opened up unused VHF and UHF TV channels for
unlicensed use on a geographical basis. Covering 270 MHz of prime spectrum in the VHF and
UHF TV bands, White Space Spectrum offers superior propogation attributes over 900 MHz, WiFi,
WiMax and microwave systems in nearly all terrain situations.
WHITE SPACE SPECTRUM
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NETWORK DESIGN®
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RAPTOR
Network Management AdvantageSafariView, RAPTOR ‘s embedded Operations,
Administration and Maintenance (OAM) tool
provides secure local and remote administration
and control of each RAPTOR node and local
network interface.
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Cyber AdvantageRAPTOR ’s suite of security-focused hardware,
firmware, and software supports your critical
operations, physical plant, and information from
internal and external wireless and network threats.
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Network Advantage Raptor ‘s embedded physical and network level
multi-point (TDMA and CSMA) and peer-to-peer
ad hoc unified mesh routing engine supports all
network architectures—point-to-point, multi-
point, mesh, star, and tree network configurations.
These configurations are adaptable to nearly any
real-world, network challenge.
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Economic AdvantageRAPTOR is the low cost solution of choice. Its
broad operating spectrum capability and longer
reach mean less equipment and infrastructure,
providing a real alternative to VSAT and
microwave.
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Application Versatility AdvantageRAPTOR ’s network scalability and versatility
enables system planners to meet range, coverage,
security, and revenue requirements with minimum
life-cycle cost.
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RAPTOR WIRELESS NETWORK TECHNOLOGY OFFERS THE NETWORK DESIGNER, OPERATOR, AND
SERVICE PROVIDER MAJOR PERFORMANCE ADVANTAGES OVER CONVENTIONAL LTE/4G, MICROWAVE,
AND SATELLITE SYSTEMS.
Raptor ‘s Spectrum Advantage
Up to 5 times the range and coverage
WiFi in urban and rural settings (see Table 1)
Superior RF reach and coverage within structures,
canopied, and vegetative areas
Spectrum Agility and Frequency Diversity to increase
throughput
Scalable to meet coverage and capacity demands
of WiMax and
TABLE 1. NOMINAL RAPTOR RANGE
FREQUENCY(MHz)
BAND/TECHNOLOGY IN-CITY (mi) RURAL (mi)
174–216
470–698
903–928
2400
5800
High-Band VHF
UHF
UHF
802.11g/n WiFi
802.11a WiFi
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7
4
2.5
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20
15
10
7
4
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NOMINAL RANGE (mi)
Table 1 Analysis Parameters Tx and Rx antenna height: 20 meters; Rx sensitivity: -75 dBm at 6 MHz bandwidth VHF/UHF power out: 27.8 dBm; Single channel payload rate: 4 Mbps 0.9, 2.4, 5.8 GHz systems at 27.8 dBm output. Longley-Rice propagation model.
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NETWORK SECURITY AND MAINTENANCE TOOLS
SafariView Network Graph UI provides a visual
monitor of all levels of connectivity and key statistics.
CYBER DEFENSE TOOLS:
CYBER DEFENSE TOOLS:
Embedded Raptor tools detect and defend against an ARP Man-in-the-
Middle/ARP spoofing attack.
MAC address locking focuses MAC address association to a specific port
Static Coding of ARP Tables
Encryption along with strong authentication provides resilience to Man-in-
the-Middle attacks
ARPWatch tool monitors and logs Ethernet traffic activity e.g. changing IP
and MAC addresses. Raptor will notify and react if non-approved
Ethernet/IP pairings occur.
Static Coding of ARP Tables
Embedded encryption along with strong authentication provides resilience
to Man-in-the-Middle attacks
Embedded ARPWatch tool monitors and logs Ethernet traffic activity e.g.
changing IP and MAC addresses. Raptor will notify and react if non-
approved Ethernet/IP pairings occur.
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RAPTOR DUAL CPU CORE, CRYPTO-ACCELERATED
NETWORK PROCESSOR SUPPORTS SECURE CRITICAL
INFRASTRUCTURE APPLICATIONS.
Standard network architecture and security capabilities include:
Robust firewall rule construction
Secure download of firewall rule sets
Multi-factor authentication
Remote access token-based authentication
Deep packet inspection
SNMPV3 enhanced security and remote configuration
Maintenance logs
Authentication
Traffic monitoring and analysis
Intrusion detection
Secure password support for remote management and configuration of
wireless and network elements
Redundant Power Shelf provides 100% backup for all RF functions
Dual channel operation supports frequency and space diversity providing high
reliability data transfer over long and NLOS paths
Multiple independent VLANs
VLAN trunking
FIREWALL/DMZ
AUTHENTICATION
MALICIOUS CODE DETECTION
EVENT/STATUS MONITORING AND LOGGING
WIRELESS MAINTENANCE SUPPORT
FAULT TOLERANT AND REDUNDANCY SUPPORT
VLAN SUPPORT
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BROADBAND
SYSTEM
VHF/UHF NETWORKING
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INTERFACING WITH RAPTOR
Raptor Network Radio Shelves are bundled
with SafariView, an embedded web-based UI
that performs standard Operations,
Administration, and Maintenance (OA&M)
activities.
Embedded in each Raptor is a robust suite of
network tools and applications to configure,
monitor, administer, and control each Raptor
within the network. Capabilities under password and
secure control include:
Ability to configure any Raptor within a
network locally or remotely
Robust firewall defense at each Raptor WAN
and LAN gateway
Support for multiple secure VPN circuits
Redundant and alternative fault-tolerant
network scenario support
Manual or automatic control of radio link
services for each Raptor site
Embedded wireless controller support for secure
WiFi and third party wireless systems
Factory support for non-IP devices and wireless
voice and data systems
Deployment Aids:
Over-the-air antenna aiming tools
Link quality measurement system
SafariView | Raptor Operations,
Administration, and Maintenance (OAM) Tool
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INTERFACING WITH RAPTOR
Standard Operations, Administration and
Maintenance activities with Raptor are
accomplished using SafariView, an embedded,
web-based tool, platformed on all Raptor
Network Radio Shelves.
Raptor hosts a robust suite of network tools and
applications to configure, monitor, administer, and
control each Raptor within the network.
Capabilities under password and secure control
include:
Ability to configure any
Raptor within a network
Robust firewall defense at each Raptor WAN
and LAN gateway
Support for multiple secure VPN circuits Carrier
MPLS circuits
Redundant and Alternative Fault-Tolerant
network scenario support
Manual or automatic control of radio link
services for each Raptor site
Embedded wireless controller support for secure
local WiFi and third party wireless systems
Support for non-IP devices and wireless voice
and data systems
SafariView | Raptor Operations,
Administration, and Maintenance (OAM) Tool
locally or remotely
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MULTIPOINT/MESH WIRELESS SOLUTION
SUITE
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BROADBAND
SYSTEM
VHF/UHF NETWORKING
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Primary VHF/UHFLink and Network Processor.....................
Secondary VHF/UHFLink..............................
Redundant Power Unit............................
Raptor Standard DualLink Configuration
Supports multiple laws; static and dynamic
Robust rule support and encrypted download
TDMA, CSMA, Peer-to-peer ad hoc
Limited only by available RF channels
Point-to-point, point-to-multipoint,peer-to-peer ad hoc mesh
Over-the-air programming, integrated web-based administration, monitoring, andreconfiguration
System security, authentication, informationflow, traffic monitoring, and intrusion detection
±1.0 ppm, ±10 Hz
Common Tx/Rx antenna
Separate Tx and Rx antennas
10 MHz Stratum 3 Level
Multiple Network Timing Protocol options(NTP)
Provides NEMA 0183 format + latitude and longitude output
Directional, omni, or sector
Network Timing
External GPS Geo Locationmodule
Antennas
External Reference (optional)
Internal Reference (standard)
Optional
Standard
System logs
Maintenance/Diagnostics
Network Architecture Capabilities
Network size
Wireless MAC
Firewalls
VLAN
Integrated firewall and suite of information assurance tools
Multi-factor authentication. Remote accesstoken-based authentication
Information Assurance Tools
System Access/AuthenticationCapabilities
Protection against unauthorized administration/maintenance and over-the-air access
Authorization and Accounting
128/256-bit Advanced Encryption Standard (AES)Payload Encryption
27.8 dBm (avg pwr over 6 MHz bandwidth)
Single channel: 70 WattsDual channel: 130 Watts (requires ChannelExpansion Shelf)
110/240 VAC 50/60 Hz
RF channel output
Power consumption:
AC Input
POWER
SECURITY
NETWORK ARCHITECTURE
ANTENNA INTERFACES
SUPPORT ACCESSORIES
FREQUENCY STABILITY
Standard Frequency Range
GENERAL
VHF High-Band 174–216 MHz, Channels 7–13
UHF Low-Band
Channel Center Spacing
Frequency tuning steps
Weight
Dimensions
1 kHz
470–602 MHz, Channels 14–35
6 MHz
Primary
Expansion
Power supply
6.4 lbs (2.9 kg)
6.0 lbs (2.7 kg)
7.3 lbs (3.32 kg)
Power supply
Expansion
Primary
Operating temperature
14.5 in. D x 19 in. W x 1.75 in, H(368.3 mm x 482.6 mm x 44.45 mm)
14.5 in. D x 19 in. W x 1.75 in, H(368.3 mm x 482.6 mm x 44.45 mm)
14.5 in. D x 19 in. W x 1.75 in, H(338.3 mm x 482.6 mm x 44.45 mm)
-10° to +65°C (+14° to +149°F)
RECEIVER/TRANSMITTER SPECIFICATIONS at 6 MHz Bandwidth
Modulation Mode Time Division Duplex Rate
(mbps)
QPSK (4 QAM)
16 QAM
64 QAM
Adjacent channel rejection(6 MHz channel VHF/UHF)
Image rejection
-85
-80
10
12
18
4.14
6.23
9.33
> 70 dB
MinimumSignal Level
dBm
-75
Equiv.T1
Circuits
2.7
4
6
Required
UHF High-Band 620–698 MHz, Channels 39–51
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FCC Certification ID: 2ABCU-50739
Humidity 95% Non-condensing
Precision Frequency Synchronization Module
GPS time-base precision frequency source(<±.1 ppm), ±1 Hz
S+NN
(dB)
3055 Enterprise Court Vista, CA 92081
TEL: (760) 560-0348 FAX: (760) 560-0356
email: [email protected] web: www.metricsystems.com
MULTIPOINT/MESH WIRELESS SOLUTION
> 70 dB (100 kHz off-channel)
VHF/UHF RF channel poweroutput per 6 MHz channel
27.8 dBm
Domestic Version
151019
MADE IN USA
Q/ABROADBAND
SYSTEM
VHF/UHF NETWORKING
3055 Enterprise Court Vista, CA 92081
TEL: (760) 560-0348 FAX: (760) 560-0356
email: [email protected] web: www.metricsystems.com
NETWORK CAPABILITIESCan I aggregate multiple VHF/UHF channels to increase
transport speed and reliability?
Yes. Independent adjacent or non-adjacent channels in the same or
different VHF/UHF bands can be bonded to increase data speeds and to
provide frequency and spatial diversity to increase system reliability in
the event of channel degradation by noise or fading.
Note: Channel bonding requires at least one Raptor Channel
Expansion Shelf per link.
Can I change channels remotely?
Yes. Raptor network access is fully controlled by a secure SSL
pre-configuration, or over-the-air via an encrypted channel.
Can a Raptor network be integrated into an existing RF data network
or microwave infrastructure network?
Yes. The Raptor is an Internet Protocol (IP) device using Ethernet
interconnect technology which is compatible with all other network
devices including WiFi and LTE/4G systems. Raptor ’s internal routing
engine allows you to integrate with any network based communication
system.
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CHANNEL SELECTIONHow do I choose what channel to use?
Operating channels should match your application. For example, in long
range and wide-area coverage scenarios, a lower operating frequency or
channel should be used. Operating over a relatively flat 20 km range, a
UHF channel will perform well with adequate signal margin to survive 10
to 20 dB fades. Over the same range in a forested area, high-band VHF
170 to 216 MHz provides a higher Rx signal and increased fade tolerance.
How do I determine what channels are available?
In straight LOS applications, both VHF and UHF bands offer comparable
service, although when possible, the lower frequency provides additional
margin. In high vegetative and beyond-line-of-sight applications, VHF is
superior. In all cases, Raptor ’s spectrum evaluation tool will assist in this
process. Evaluation should be performed in both VHF and UHF bands.
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CHANNEL SELECTION
How do I determine which channels are available?
To determine available White Space channels anywhere in the US, enter
the deployment location latitude and longitude coordinates, street
address, or zip code using either of the links below:
https://spectrum.iconectiv.com/main/home/contour_vis.shtml
Choosing a channel
Operating channels should match your application. For example, the
longer the range, or wider the required coverage, the lower the
recommended operating frequency or channel.
https://www.google.com/get/spectrumdatabase/channel/
What channels are best for long range, urban, and high arboreal
areas?
In Line-of-Sight (LOS) applications, both VHF and UHF bands offer
comparable service, although, when possible, the lower frequency
provides additional margin. For outdoor to indoor operation, UHF is
recommended. In high vegetative and beyond-line-of-sight (BLOS)
applications, VHF and low-band UHF is superior.
Can Metric Systems provide proprietary system solutions?
Yes. White Space Spectrum opens the possibilities to solving persistent
challenges. MSC welcomes the opportunity to work with you to provide
customized solutions to fit your specific application.
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SPECTRUM BENEFITSWhat channels are best for non-line-of-sight and beyond
horizon communications?
Non-Line-of-Sight (NLOS) paths are obscured by trees, buildings, and
hills, etc. where signals arrive from and return to the sender via totally
reflective paths. In general, VHF signals in the 174 to 216 MHz band
outperform UHF channels. With the Raptor , propagation at all
available bands is automatically evaluated to determine appropriate
operating channels.
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What channels are recommended for Non-Line-of-Sight (NLOS)
and Beyond Line-of-Sight (BLOS) communications?
Non-Line-of-Sight (NLOS) paths are obscured by trees, and buildings, etc.
In general, high-band VHF signals (174 to 216 MHz) and low-band UHF
(470 to 698 MHz) channels perform well on NLOS and BLOS paths.
ANTENNASHow do I determine what antenna to use?
Antenna choice is based primarily on two factors:
a) In a point-to-point application, directional gain antennas are
recommended. In addition, Raptor offers an independent receive
antenna option that allows the use of high-gain Rx antennas to
increase Rx signal level for extended reach applications.
b) For point-to-multipoint operations, recommended antennas range
from 360° omnidirectional coverage to 90 to 180° sector antennas
provide defined geographical coverage.
XLICENSINGIs an export license required?
Yes, the
Raptor if it is used for military applications or operated in the 225 to
400 MHz band.
the U.S. Department of State requires an export license forXCan Metric Systems provide RF planning and network design
support?
Yes, we welcome the opportunity to assist in the evaluation phase,
provide training and after sales support to maintain optimum network
performance.
SPECIALIZED SOLUTIONSCan Metric Systems provide specialized Raptor solutions to fit
ship-to-shore, ship-to-ship, ground-to-ground, or ground-to-
air requirements?
Yes, Metric Systems corporations welcome the opportunity to work with
your organization to deliver focused end-to-end solutions to meet your
specific needs. MSC has extensive experience public safety, border
control, mining, utility and infrastructure, backhaul, and edge network
systems.
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Raptor X is covered under one or more of the following U.S. patents: 6952563,
7013345, 7089014, and Canadian patents 2417931, 2444805, and 2444643.
Specifications subject to change without notice.
INTERFERENCEWhat happens if there is interference on a channel I am using?
When communication is degraded by interference, the Raptor can be
directed to manually, or automatically do the following:
a) Switch to an alternate authorized clear channel using Raptor ’s
embedded SafariView Spectrum Management tools.
b) Change modulation format to lower Bit Error Rate (BER) and maintain
data flow.
c) Increase power to overcome the interference.
d) Automatically search for and switch to a usable channel to continue
operation.
Can output power be increased?
Yes, the Raptor High Power 10 Watt Power Amplifier provides the
added punch needed in long-range and difficult terrain scenarious.
See the Raptor High Power datasheet for additional information.
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NETWORK CAPABILITIES
Can I aggregate multiple VHF/UHF channels to increase
transport speed and reliability?
Yes. Independent adjacent or non-adjacent channels in the same or
different VHF/UHF bands can be bonded together to increase transport
rate. In addition, channel bonding enhances frequency and spatial
diversity to increase system reliability in the event of channel
degradation by noise or fading.
Note: Multiple channel bonding requires at least one Raptor Channel
Expansion Shelf per link.
Can I change channels remotely?
Yes. Once your Raptor securely registers over the internet and
downloads the available channels per its GPS location, any of the
channels can be selected for operation. Raptor ‘s SafariView channel
evaluator will automatically score each available channel for usability.X
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Can I integrate a Raptor White Space network into an existing
900 MHz, 2.4/5.8 GHz, or microwave infrastructure network?
Yes, the Raptor is an internet protocol (IP) device using Ethernet and
SCADA USB interconnect technology which is compatible with all other
network devices including WiFi and LTE/4G systems. Raptor ‘s internal
routing allows you to integrate with any network-based communications
system.
Can Metric Systems provide RF planning and network design
support?
Yes, we welcome the opportunity to assist in the evaluation phase,
provide training and after sales support to maintain optimum network
performance.
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GENERAL
What is unlicensed White Space Spectrum? Who can use it?
White Space Spectrum is the term applied to unused VHF and UHF TV
channels released when the U.S went from analog to HDTV broadcasts.
These unlicensed bands are in the 54–60, 76–88, 174–216, 470–602,
620–698 MHz TV spectrum. White Space Spectrum is usable by anyone with
an FCC-certified TV band device.
What are the basic FCC rules for using TV White Space Spectrum?
Only an FCC-certified TV band (TVBD) device can be sold and deployed.
An FCC-certified database such as Google, iConectiv, Spectrum Bridge,
etc. must be used to determine available channels in your operating area.
Maximum Tx conductive power cannot exceed 1 Watt (30 dBm); EIRP
(Equivalent Isotropically-Radiated Power) cannot exceed 4 Watts
(36 dBm).
Every 24 hours, the TV band device must automatically contact an
FCC-certified database using GPS location data to re-validate channel use.
If a White Space radio loses contact with the FCC database, it must
automatically cease operation by 23:59 of the next day. This situation can
be avoided by providing an alternate internet connection via another
White Space radio.
ANTENNAS
How do I determine what antenna to use?
In a point-to-point application, directional gain antennas are
recommended. Raptor offers an Independent Receive Antenna
option that allows the use of independent high-gain Rx antennas to
increase Rx signal level for extended reach applications.
For point-to-multipoint operations, recommended antennas range
from 360° omnidirectional coverage to 90° to 180° sector antennas,
providing defined geographical coverage.
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INTERFERENCE
What happens if there is channel interference?
Link quality is continuously monitored. When communication is
degraded by interference, the Raptor can be configured to manually,
or automatically do the following to maintain connectivity:
Adjust the modulation format to a lower Bit Error Rate (BER) to
maintain data flow.
Increase Raptor ‘s power to 27.8 dBm.
Reroute the signal around the interference (requires mesh
architecture).
Switch to an alternate authorized clear channel using Raptor ’s
embedded SafariView Spectrum Management tools.
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MULTIPOINT/MESH WIRELESS SOLUTION
MADE IN USA