2G and 2.5G Networks

Planning of 2G and 2.5G (GSM/GPRS/EDGE) networks

Example of an EDGE network planning


Scenario: Fictious GSM/GPRS/EDGE network in Milan, Italy.
Propagation: Computed with Dominant Path Model.

Planning for all 9 MCS of EDGE.



Results

Best Server
(Cell Assignment)


Reception Probability 



Max received
power in downlink
Tx power of
mobile stations
(to reach a BS)
Tx power of
base stations
(to reach a MS)

SNIR

Number of
available channels

 

Download a brochure of the 2G/2.5G Network Planning Tool
Read more about  GSM (2G) network planning.
Read more about the GPRS/EDGE (2.5G) network planning
Read more about the Network Planning Modules in WinProp





 

Features

Features of the 2.5G (GPRS/EDGE) module at a glance:

  • Coverage analysis based on accurate propagation models
  • Consideration of downlink and uplink
  • Adaptive coding and modulation schemes (MCS) are supported with individual SNIR targets
  • CoChannel Interference anaylsis
  • Coverage analysis (incl. Fast Fading margin)
  • Capacity estimation
  • Required Tx power in up- and downlink 
  • Multi-Service concept allows user-defined services   
  • Easy handling of the databases  

2.5G Planning Tool 


More information related to the tools can be found at the 2.5G network module page.

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