2G and 2.5G Networks

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

Prediction of max. achievable data rate  (downlink)


Figure: max. achievable data rate (in downlink)
EDGE uses 9 different MCS (modulation and coding schemes) with individual SNIR targets, The same applies to GPRS with 4 different CS (coding schemes).
In the planning process it is interesting to see which modulation and coding schemes are available at the different locations.

WinProp analyzes all outputs for each MCS (SNIR, required MS and BS Tx power,...) and determines the highest data rate which can be achieved at all possible locations in the coverage area. For the user this is very important to get an impression where he can expect high and low data rates.



Further 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
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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  

Demo Project 


All possible results to be obtained with the 2.5G network module can be seen on the sample project page.

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