atoll 3 1 0 umts gsm multi-rat acp
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Contents
Introduction
Atoll platform
Mobile technologies planning and optimisation features
Multi-RAT network model
Conclusions
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What is Atoll?
Multi-technology Windows-based Radio Planning and Optimisation software modelling :
LTE FDD/TDDUMTS/HSPAGSM/GPRS/EDGECDMA2000 1xRTT/EV-DOTD-SCDMAWiMAXMicrowave Links
Complete multi-technology product offering in one softwareAdvanced radio planning & optimisation platformScalable installationSoftware Development Kit allowing customisation, integration andautomation
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Atoll Modular Configuration
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Hardware & software environment
Windows OS based software32 and 64 bit operating systemsWindows XP Pro/Vista/ 7Server OS versions (ex. Windows + Citrix)
HardwareStandard PCSingle or multi-processor configurationsWorkstations and servers
External database support:OracleSybase Adaptive ServerMS SQL ServerMS Access
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Atoll Configurations
Atoll is a scalable platform supporting flexible deployment scenarios
StandaloneLaptop or PC
Multi-userWorkstation-based Server-based (ex. Citrix)
HybridServers, workstations and laptops in one environment
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Atoll Configurations
From simple to complex
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Atoll platform
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GIS features (1)
General featuresFast dedicated GISDynamic map samplingOpen platform
Direct support of multiple industry standard formats
RasterVectorWeb Map Service (WMS)
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GIS features (2)
Multi-resolution multi-layer
Integrated cartography editorRaster editorVector/Polygon editor including definition of attributes
Integration with Arcview, MapInfo, WMS and Google Earth
Import: geographical data, traffic and population dataExport: prediction plots (e.g coverage), vectors and polygons, etc.
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User & data management (1)
Advanced database architectureHigh performance internal databaseMulti-user support using standard RDBMS (Oracle, MS SQL Server, Sybase, MS Access)On-demand data synchronisationProfiles and user rights management Modifications tracking feature
Highlights:RDBMS not required for standalone configurationsOn-demand database connectionRegionalisation and partial data loading support for big networksFlexible and easy integration within operator’s IT organisation
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User & data management (2)
Flexible multi-technology database model
User-definable fields and flags Customisable project templates
Intuitive import/export and migration toolsXML, ASCII,XLS or csv filesUser-definable import/export tools using macros/scripts
Powerful data management functionsAdvanced Data Grid for easy editingGraphical data selection and filtering queries
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Propagation modelling (1)
Integrated propagation model library:CrossWave propagation model (developed by Orange Labs)Standard propagation model (SPM)Okumura-Hata and Cost-HataITU propagation models: 526-5, 529, 370-7 and 1546-2Longley-Rice based propagation modelEtc.
Open interface to external propagation models :
Integration of external propagation models through the Developer ToolkitFull integration of propagation models available from 3rd party developers
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Propagation modelling (2)
SPM is a semi-deterministic propagation model suited for predictions in the 150 to 3500MHz range
It is best suited to GSM 900/1800, UMTS, CDMA2000, WiMAX, and LTE radio technologiesUses Clutter and 3D building dataAutomatic and assisted tuning featuresModels basic indoor propagation
A performance of close to 7 dB of Standard Deviation can be achieved
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Propagation modelling (3)
CrossWave propagation modelFrequency range 200 MHz to 5 GHz Supports all mobile technologiesModels all cell typesSuited for all types of environment
BenefitsHigh accuracy even without tuningRobustEasy settingsGreat performanceSame model for all areas
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Propagation modelling (4)
Propagation model tuning :
Based on CW and drive test data (measurement module required)
Manual tuning using a propagation model editor
Automatic model tuning based on the Bounded Variable Least Squares technique
Assisted model tuning designed for advanced calibration
Measurement-based pathloss matrixesDrive Tests or CW data can be used to improve the propagation calculation accuracy of individual sectors
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Measurement module
CW MeasurementsImport , display and analysis of CW dataPrediction/Measurement comparison and statistical analysis (mean & standard deviation)
Test mobile dataImport , display and analysis of test mobile dataGraphical replay on map combined with user-defined graphsCall events display and analysis
Automatic propagation model calibration and pathloss tuning
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Development tools
Atoll scripting languageAutomation and scheduling of calculation tasks(e.g automatic nationwide coverage)Custom features developmentMacros written in Vbscript
Atoll Software Development KitC++ development resources for developersDevelopment of Atoll extensions and plug-ins Dedicated training and support services
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Integration use case
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Mobile technologies planning and optimisation features
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UMTS/HSPA
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UMTS/HSPA
Network modellingMulti-band multi-carriers networks modellingUMTS equipment modelling including RRM and inter-carrier resource sharing
Service modellingAdvance Service and User Equipment modellingVoIP modellingHSPA and HSPA+ modelling including:
• DC-HSPA• MIMO
Multimedia Broadcast and Multicast System modelling
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UMTS/HSPA
Traffic modellingMulti-service traffic mapsModelling of R99/HSPA traffic mixFlexible traffic definition methods:
• Live traffic spread• Populations files (MapInfo/Arcview)• Linear and area spreading• Any combination of raster and vectors
Clutter weighting functionIndoor ratio on a per clutter class basis
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UMTS/HSPA
W-CDMA simulationState-of-the-art WCDMA simulator (Monte-Carlo based) supporting R99, HSPA and HSPA+Multi-carrier allocation and RRM algorithmsStatistical analysis of terminal distributions (mean / standard deviation) User-definable simulation areas
Simulation management and controlMultiple simulation groupsManagement of large areas through a regional splitting techniqueBatch mode and parallel calculations
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UMTS/HSPA
Predictions studiesBased on simulation results or user-defined load valuesPilot coverage and pilot quality analysisServices areas (DL, UL, effective)Interference analysis (pilot pollution, noise rise…)Quality analysis (BER, BLER, FLER…)HSDPA/HSUPA dedicated analysis
• Control/Traffic Channels quality• Throughputs and rates
Handover analysis
Analysis tools and reportingGraphical point analysis toolMulti-vendor hardware resource dimensioning (channel element dimensioning)Comprehensive and flexible reports on user-defined areas
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UMTS/HSPA
Neighbour planningManual and automatic multi-carrier neighbour planning
Scrambling code planningAutomatic Scrambling Code allocationScrambling Code plan consistency checkScrambling Code interference analysis
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GSM/GPRS/EDGE
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Network modellingSupport of multiple-band networksSupport of frequency hopping (base band and synthesised)Control of frequencies distribution: frequency layers, border constraints
Network analysisNetwork dimensioningTraffic analysis
Service and interference analysisPrediction plots per cell layerPrediction plots for coverage and qualityUser equipment modelling
• Multi-Band ( ex. 900 / 1800 / 1900)• Technologie (GSM / GPRS / EDGE )
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GSM/GPRS/EDGE
Neighbour list planningManual and automatic neighbour planningInter-system neighbour planning (GSM-UMTS,…)
Interference matrix generationIM can be generated from predictions, drive-test data and OMC-R measurements.
Interference matrix display toolVisual display on the mapVictim/interferer analysis
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GSM/GPRS/EDGEAutomatic Frequency Planning module
Multi-layered networks supportFrequency hopping parameters (HSN, MAIO and MAL) allocationEditable cost function based on a soft penalty approachBSIC allocation
Interactive Frequency Planning toolCandidate channels list creation based on AFP cost functionVictim or interferer analysisPowerful display features
Open interface to external AFP toolsExternal AFP tools can be easily and seamlessly integrated with Atoll
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3 GPP Multi-RAT network model
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3GPP Multi-RAT
Designed for integrated GSM/UMTS/LTE networks in a single project
Allows multi-technology sites
Provides antenna sharing
Models Multi-technology services
Supports Common Traffic
Runs Combined GSM/UMTS/LTE Monte-Carlo simulator
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3GPP Multi-RAT
Multi-Technology Network Model Common Traffic Model
Combined Monte-Carlo Simulator
Coverage & Quality
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Combined Monte-Carlo Simulator
Supports GSM/UMTS/LTE radio access technologies
Technology independent traffic is shared across supported technologies
Multi-RAT services are assigned according to their priorities
Simulation results range from global performance to individual mobile failure causes
Detects capacity and quality issues
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Inter-technology analysis
Inter-technology neighbours planningInter-system handover planning
Inter-technology interference analysisInter-band interferenceWide band noise
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ACP
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Atoll ACP
Unique concept of ACP implemented as an integrated Function of the Planning Tool
Easy to use & administrateOne GUI for RF Planning & ACPCommon HW and system infrastructureCommon database
Automatic Cell Planning to increase Coverage and Capacity
Site selectionAntenna selection & parameter optimisation (azimuth, mechanical & electrical tilt, height)Pilot Power…
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Atoll ACP
Available for GSM, UMTS, LTE and WiMax modules
Designed to support multi-technology GSM/UMTS/LTE networks
Green field as well as existing network optimisation scenarios
Complex multiple objective criteria
Allows to weight required changes against possible improvements
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Atoll ACP
Optimisation features:Network coverage and qualityNetwork capacity
Through automatic adjustments of selected network parameters
Site selectionAntenna parameters
• Type • Azimuth and mechanical tilt• Electrical downtilt
Transmit Power (Pilot)
User-driven optimisation processSurface / traffic-based optimisationConvergence criteria
Full use of live network dataTuned propagation modelsDrive-test calibrated pathloss matrixes
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Atoll Highlights
Advanced radio planning & optimisation features
Robust & scalable platform
Integrated optimisation tools (AFP/ACP)
Software Development Kit allowing customisation and integration
Strong and focussed customer support organisation
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