The MA-860 module enables 802.11b/g and 802.11a Wi-Fi signals to be combined with other wireless services for simultaneous distribution over the MobileAccess Universal Wireless Network.

The MA-860 WLAN Module

The MA-860 can be deployed in a stand-alone mode for Wi-Fi only environments, or it can be connected to other MobileAccess elements (MA-1000/2000) to deliver Wi-Fi along with other wireless services including cellular/PCS, public safety, and WMTS.  A self calibration procedure between the MA-860 and MobileAccess Wi-Fi Coverage Expanders (WCE) ensures optimal coverage for 802.11a/b/g WLAN services.

MA-860 Core Benefits:

• Cost Effective Multi-Service Solution
  
  • Delivers WLAN and other wireless signals over a single multi-service infrastructure
  • Spreads WLAN deployments costs across multiple wireless services 
• Centralized & Secure AP Management
  • 802.11 access points (APs) connect to the MA-860 in telecom closets making them more secure and easier to manage than in conventional Wi-Fi deployments
  • Centralized, secure management lowers overall operating expenses 
• Dependable WLAN Coverage
  • One click compensation ensures optimal 802.11b/g and 802.11a coverage
  • Dedicated AP to antenna relationships ensure transparent support for WLAN applications such as VOIP and location services (RTLS)
  • Redundant power option mitigates single point of failure concern
• Proactive End-to-End Monitoring
  • Proactive SNMP monitoring of the MA-860 based Wi-Fi infrastructure for status, alerting, and fault detection
  • Monitoring extends to attached multi-service antennas
• Simplified IT Deployment Model
  • Leverages standard WLAN design techniques to achieve a multi-service solution

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The MA-1000 Remote Hub Units are stackable service aggregation units that are optimized for deployments involving a single wireless operator. The MA-1000 precisely combines up to two wireless services for simultaneous distribution over the MobileAccess Universal Wireless Network.

With the addition of the MA-1200 Add-On unit, the solution can be expanded to support up three wireless services. Further, by connecting and MA-860 Wi-Fi module, 802.11b/g/a wireless LAN services can also be added to the solution.

MA-1000 Core Capabilities:

• Multi-Service Platform
  Accommodates up to three wireless voice and data services. The MA-1000 Series supports current and future wireless technologies such as TDMA, CDMA, WCDMA and GSM, and services such as Cellular/PCS, Paging and iDEN.
• Modular Scalability
  The MA-1000 service set can be expanded by stacking on the MA-1200 for an additional wireless service, or the MA-860 to add Wi-Fi services.
• Carrier-class Operation
  The MA-1000 features advanced signal handling to mitigate interference and ensure optimal performance for all services.
• Robust System Management
  The MA-1000 can be proactively monitored and managed via the MobileAccess Network Controller.

The MA-2000 Remote Units are modular service aggregation platforms that precisely combine multiple wireless service signals for simultaneous distribution over the MobileAccess Universal Wireless Network.

Located in remote telecom closets, the MA-2000 and MA-2000 Lite are populated with intelligent service modules that precisely filter and amplify each wireless signal, ensuring optimal performance for any combination of wireless services.

MA-2000 Core Capabilities:

• Multi-Service Platform
  Accommodates virtually any mix of wireless voice and data services, eliminating the need for separate overlay networks. Supported services and technologies include: GSM, CDMA, TDMA, iDEN, LMR, SMR, Paging, UMTS, DCS, EDGE, EV-DO, UHF/VHF, WMTS, and more.
• Modular Design
  With its modular packaging, the MA-2000 enables new wireless services to be added easily and cost-effectively without disruption to work spaces or existing services.
• Scalable Packaging
  The MA-2000 is available in two variants, the MA-2000 Modular Remote Cabinet (MRC) and the MA-2000 Lite. Customers can expand from the MA-2000 Lite to the MA-2000 MRC while re-purposing all components.
• Carrier-class Operation
  The MA-2000 uses advanced signal handling to ensure optimal performance for all wireless services involved in a multi-operator deployment.
• Robust System Management
  The MA-2000 is proactively monitored and managed via the MobileAccess Network Controller.

The MobileAccess Network Management System (NMS) provides centralized, end-to-end monitoring and control of the MobileAccess Universal Wireless Network. With the NMS solution, organizations can obtain real-time status information on the health of their systems, enabling them to proactively identify and correct degradations before they affect end users.

The MobileAccess NMS solution utilizes Network Controller devices that communicate with the other MobileAccess elements. The MA- 430 Controller enables management access via SNMP over a TCP/IP network, while the MA-410 Controller supports access over point-to-point PSTN connections. The system can be further complemented with optional MobileAccess NMS software that provides a consolidated “NOC-like” view of multiple sites via a web browser.

NMS Core Capabilities:

• Real-time monitoring, diagnostics and control of converged wireless indoor networks.
• Multiple security levels.
• Direct dial-up connection to the controller – enables external PSTN connection to the system for troubleshooting or analysis.
• Site elements hierarchically organized in both Topology Tree and Device View formats.
• Interactive graphical display of elements that shows the device status.
• Color-coded event displays indicating fault levels.

The MobileAccess line of intelligent Radio Interface Units (RIUs) conditions the RF signals sourced from base-transceiver stations (BTS) or bi-directional amplifiers (BDA), ensuring a constant level of RF before those signals are passed on to the MobileAccess Universal Wireless Network.

The RIU is a chassis based unit that can house a combination of up to three BTS (BTSC) or BDA Conditioner (BDAC) modules supporting multiple RF services. This scalable device is used for large installations of up to eight MobileAccess Base Units and can be upgraded to support additional services.

RIU Family Core Capabilities:

• Automatic conditioning of BTS/BDA signals.
• Configurable Automatic Gain Control (AGC) functions that ensure a constant level of RF input to the system.
• Remote setup, adjustments and monitoring through MA 410/430 controller connections.
• Allows monitoring of receive and transmit signals from the carrier’s BTS/BDA equipment.
• Programmable Noise Level reduction parameter.
• Simplex and Duplex interfaces to BTS/BDAs.

The MA-330 is a cost effective solution for expanding the reach of the MobileAccess Universal Wireless Network to multiple buildings within a campus environment. Using Wave Division Multiplexing (WDM) technology over fiber optic connections, the MA-330 extends the reach of an RF source (BTS), enabling it to service remote locations located within a 20 km radius.

In the MA-330 Campus Distribution solution, the MA-330 Main transports RF signals to remote locations via optical connections to the MA-330 Remote. The system can be augmented by the MA-330 Expansion Box, which doubles the number of MobileAccess Base Units supported by each MA-330 Remote.

MA-330 Core Capabilities:

• Broad Service Range
  Broadband operation from 100MHz - 2.2GHz supporting licensed services such as Cellular, PCS, iDEN, SMR, GSM, DCS, and UMTS, as well as unlicensed services such as UHF and VHF.
• Highly Scalable
  Each MA-330 Remote can support two 8-port or four 4-port Base Units and those numbers can be doubled using an MA-330 Expansion Box.
• Intuitive GUI
  Enables end-to-end setup, adjustments, and monitoring through local connection from either the Remote or Main unit.
• Automatic adjustment
  The MA-330 solution features automatic end-to-end system adjustment on fiber optic runs up to 20km.