Mediacell Inc WE2106A User Manual
Version – 1.0
Radio Path Engineering
It is generally acceptable to use the Free Space Path Loss Model (Friis Model) for most
WirelessTap applications. Local building and construction techniques, vegetation density,
WirelessTap applications. Local building and construction techniques, vegetation density,
population density, terrain, and WirelessTap antenna height will all matter and need to be
considered on a case-by-case basis. For links in excess of 1km (1/2 mile) it may be better
considered on a case-by-case basis. For links in excess of 1km (1/2 mile) it may be better
to use the Egli path loss model. For paths exceeding a few miles, Fresnel zone size should
also be taken into consideration.
also be taken into consideration.
A Special Note Regarding 802.11 Achievable Ranges and Distances
Please note that as of this writing, the distance record for fully operating non-amplified
802.11 point-to-point link is 125 miles (200km). This was a specialty link, but not difficult
to replicate.
to replicate.
MediaCell’s WirelessTap technology routinely provides reliable indoor and outdoor coverage
with modest antenna systems reaching 500ft (150m). Please contact our Applications
Engineering department for planning assistance. Please have available details such as
Engineering department for planning assistance. Please have available details such as
typical antenna height above ground, antenna specifications and cable lengths, types and
density of vegetation, typical building construction, and building and site plans, especially
for campus and indoor applications.
density of vegetation, typical building construction, and building and site plans, especially
for campus and indoor applications.
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