Assuming a frequency between 3800 – 4100 MHz, for the uplink path (from a camera or other end device) we would expect coverage up to 600m from the antenna with good line-of-sight. This can increase to just over 1km on the downlink path. The reason for this difference between downlink & uplink comes down to difference in size and power of the radio’s antenna and the (likely internal, embedded) antennas on the end device.

Achievable distances will vary depending on frequency, antenna choice (omni-directional or sector), the power requirements of your spectrum licence, line-of-sight, network load, environmental clutter, and RF conditions in the area. We are always happy to give an estimate to our customers for any particular deployment, and can also provide RF simulation services for a more accurate picture of the event. As our solutions are designed to work on dedicated spectrum, we would not expect any in-band RF interference, but we would always encourage a spectrum survey prior to deployment to rule out any unexpected or illegal transmissions in the area.

This depends on a few things. The most important are your allocated bandwidth in your spectrum licence, your downlink/uplink MIMO configuration, and how you have configured the Uplink/Downlink Biasing TDD Mode within our nibOS software.

Assuming 100 MHz of bandwidth, 4×4 Downlink MIMO, and a downlink biased configuration (7:2), there is a theoretical maximum of 1500 Mbps. This maximum would require an absolutely ideal RF environment, with a perfectly functioning UE positioned in perfect coverage. In practice, we have seen as high as 1200 Mbps in good coverage.

Assuming 100 MHz of bandwidth, 2×2 Uplink MIMO, and an uplink biased configuration (2:7), there is a theoretical maximum of 750 Mbps. In practice, we have seen as high as 600 Mbps. Our network actually supports 4×4 Uplink MIMO, which would in theory double our achievable data rates, but unfortunately we are not aware of any end devices that support this.

This depends on how much hardware you have available. Each Neutral Wireless Nessie server can support up to two connected radios, and each Neutral Wireless 1U Ness server can support up to four radios. Each radio is connected back to a Ness or Nessie baseband unit (BBU) server by 10GB single-mode fibre, and this link is known as the “fronthaul” connection. Each radio will be connected to its own antenna, and radio & antenna are generally located within 2m of each other. A radio & antenna pair is known as a “cell”.

Beyond this, you can extend the network via multiple BBU servers all connected to a server hosting the 5G core. This connection between BBU servers and the 5G Core is known as the “NG” connection. There is no real upper limit to how far this can scale, as fundamentally our technology is based on the same 5G standards that public networks are rolling out nationwide.

For larger multi-cell deployments, we would genuinely recommend that the 5G core is provisioned on a dedicated server. But for deployments that only require a single Ness or Nessie, the 5G Core and RAN can be hosted on the same machine (with an internal NG connection).

It is also possible to connect two BBU servers together directly to facilitate faster handover – This is known as the Xn connection. Generally speaking, both the NG and Xn connections are typically achieved via ethernet, but there can sometimes be suitable wireless alternatives available depending on the specifics of the deployment.

This depends on your choice of 5G core. If you are using our Neutral Wireless 5G core (which we generally recommend to our customers, due to the excellent additional monitoring statistics) then we can support up to 1,000 active devices at a time across a single network.

Beyond this, enterprise cores such as the Cisco or Druid 5G cores can generally support up to 10,000 active devices at a time.

The easiest way to acquire a system is to send us an email at info@neutralwireless.com detailing your requirements, after which we can arrange a call to spec the best solution for your use case. For equipment purchases, we can either sell direct, or through a solution partner or local distributer depending on your location and use case. Purchases will involve a flat fee plus an annual software maintenance cost.

For one-off events, we have an Event-as-a-Service (EaaS) offering wherein we will work with you to understand your connectivity requirements, and we will handle all of the necessary network design, installation, and operation for an agreed period. This includes the provision of network equipment as well as on-site and remote staff. Prices for an EaaS are based on a day rate for equipment and staff, with a sliding discount for longer durations or higher equipment requirements.