Sprint Talks 3G/4G Device Strategy
LTE 1900: likely 5 MHz x 5 MHz, no 10 MHz x 10 MHz
Nationally, Sprint has a PCS 1900 MHz licensed bandwidth average of ~32 MHz per market. This weighted average includes ~22 MHz bandwidth per market of PCS A-F block spectrum that Sprint has held for 10-15 years and exactly 10 MHz bandwidth per market from its new PCS "G" block nationwide collection of licenses that Sprint has received as compensation for its part in the 800 MHz public safety reconfiguration effort.
In many major markets, Sprint has deployed 3-4 CDMA1x and 3-4 EV-DO carrier channels in its traditional PCS A-F block spectrum. At 2.5 MHz (1.25 MHz x 1.25 MHz paired) bandwidth per carrier channel, Sprint is already using 15-20 MHz of its ~22 MHz average licensed bandwidth. So, in many markets, Sprint has little PCS A-F blo...
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In many major markets, Sprint has deployed 3-4 CDMA1x and 3-4 EV-DO carrier channels in its traditional PCS A-F block spectrum. At 2.5 MHz (1.25 MHz x 1.25 MHz paired) bandwidth per carrier channel, Sprint is already using 15-20 MHz of its ~22 MHz average licensed bandwidth. So, in many markets, Sprint has little PCS A-F blo...
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AJ,
I believe your post is expressing the current Sprint situation as rolling out their LTE alone.
"If" Lightsquared is permitted to advance forward with licensing 20Mhz of their 1600Mhz spectrum which Sprint is to deploy, how will this effect the outcome, or shall I say, perfomance of their LTE network? I would say that it should have significant effect on capacity for speed and coverage. Yes? No?
John B.
I believe your post is expressing the current Sprint situation as rolling out their LTE alone.
"If" Lightsquared is permitted to advance forward with licensing 20Mhz of their 1600Mhz spectrum which Sprint is to deploy, how will this effect the outcome, or shall I say, perfomance of their LTE network? I would say that it should have significant effect on capacity for speed and coverage. Yes? No?
John B.
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Slammer said:
"If" Lightsquared is permitted to advance forward with licensing 20Mhz of their 1600Mhz spectrum which Sprint is to deploy, how will this effect the outcome, or shall I say, perfomance of their LTE network? I would say that it should have significant effect on capacity for speed and coverage. Yes? No?
Yes, Slammer, that is a good question about LightSquared and its role in Network Vision.
While I respect CellStudent's views and his knowledge, he is unduly outspoken on the LightSquared issue. He is engaging in historical revisionism if he thinks that GPS manufacturers are to blame for employing minimal filtration that is/was technically compatible with the regulations and operational real...
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---" First, Sprint should not cut ties with Clearwire. Their partnered BRS/EBS 2500-2600 MHz spectrum holdings are simply too substantial to lose. And I know of a great way to put that spectrum to hugely advantageous use as WiMAX is retired."---
Thank you AJ!
Yes, the 2.5-2.6Ghz is a valuable asset when used effectively. Hence why I feel Sprint is waiting to allow Clearwire to twitch in the middle of the road before making a move. I have to wonder if the thoughts of their engineers, are as yours in utilizing the spectrum efficiently . Since Sprint is allowing network veterans Ericsson to manage their network, I would only surmise they would perceive the obvious. In my opinion, this alternative would be less expensive in the long run f...
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Thank you AJ!
Yes, the 2.5-2.6Ghz is a valuable asset when used effectively. Hence why I feel Sprint is waiting to allow Clearwire to twitch in the middle of the road before making a move. I have to wonder if the thoughts of their engineers, are as yours in utilizing the spectrum efficiently . Since Sprint is allowing network veterans Ericsson to manage their network, I would only surmise they would perceive the obvious. In my opinion, this alternative would be less expensive in the long run f...
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Easily, without doubt an example of the true power of this forum. Mr. AJ, thank you for this effort, as there are those of us who know what we don't know and are constantly seeking insight into this technology.
Do have you suggested reading for for novices?
Thanks again. JLB
Do have you suggested reading for for novices?
Thanks again. JLB
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AJ,
I have another question if you don't mind.
Back years ago, I heard of a process called "Beam Forming". A very calculating intensive technology used specifically to maximize the weaknesses of the higher frequencies such as, but not limited to, 2.5-2.6Ghz. To simplify this process, I believe there devices called Field Programmable Gate Arrays. I will avoid detailing this due to the fact that you are most likely already familiar with what I'm talking about.
Here is my question. Is this technology being used today in the cellphone wireless industry and if not, do you think Sprint would utilize this in the event of using Clearwire's spectrum? I know the questions of building penetration and long range transmissions, seem to be the fo...
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I have another question if you don't mind.
Back years ago, I heard of a process called "Beam Forming". A very calculating intensive technology used specifically to maximize the weaknesses of the higher frequencies such as, but not limited to, 2.5-2.6Ghz. To simplify this process, I believe there devices called Field Programmable Gate Arrays. I will avoid detailing this due to the fact that you are most likely already familiar with what I'm talking about.
Here is my question. Is this technology being used today in the cellphone wireless industry and if not, do you think Sprint would utilize this in the event of using Clearwire's spectrum? I know the questions of building penetration and long range transmissions, seem to be the fo...
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