What is CBRS?
CBRS stands for Citizens Broadband Radio Service (Not to be confused with the Citizens Band Radio Service or CB Radio). The FCC established this band in 2015 and created a three-tiered approach to sharing the spectrum among federal and non-federal users of the band. CBRS is the 3.5 GHz band, more specifically 3550 to 3700 MHz. Great information on the band can be found directly at the FCC website
Why should anyone care about CBRS?
This is a first-of-its-kind dynamic spectrum sharing model that is widely viewed as an “experiment” of sorts to see whether this method of access to spectrum will allow fair sharing among all potential users of this radio spectrum. The FCC in the United States is at the forefront of using this dynamic sharing method, and many countries around the world are watching closely. If successful, it’s believed that other countries and other spectrum bands will follow a similar model in the future.
Key Features
Dynamic Spectrum Sharing
CBRS uses an innovative shared spectrum model that maximizes spectrum utilization while protecting incumbent users through automated spectrum coordination.
150 MHz of Broadband Spectrum
The CBRS band provides 150 MHz of spectrum for fixed wireless broadband, private LTE/5G, and enterprise connectivity, delivering greater capacity and flexibility than traditional unlicensed bands.
Three-Tier Access Model
CBRS combines Incumbent Access, Priority Access Licenses (PAL), and General Authorized Access (GAA), allowing spectrum to be dynamically allocated based on user priority and availability.
Flexible Broadband Deployments
CBRS supports a wide range of deployments, from fixed wireless access and private networks to enterprise connectivity, giving operators the flexibility to design networks that meet their business needs.
Getting Started with CBRS
cnHeat & Broadband Data Collection
cnHeat makes it easy for broadband service providers efficiently plan reliable service and meet FCC reporting and NTIA BEAD funding requirements with Broadband Data Collection (BDC) capabilities.
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Many network operators have important questions about implementing CBRS solutions. This general information is provided to assist network operators in developing deployment plans and leveraging their PMP 450m wireless broadband networks.
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CBRS Products
The PMP 450 platform has proven to be the most scalable and highest capacity multipoint platform on the market. Featuring massive MU-MIMO and beamforming along with a host of advanced features, PMP 450 is the choice of the most demanding operators, and is now available for use in CBRS.
As data is shifting from a consumer-centric model to an enterprise-centric model, this increases the burden on enterprises to provide an excellent experience.
