sym 2015 product overview apr2015

Passion for the Mission

SYM TechnologiesProduct Portfolio

Q1 2015

Todd Masters

Director of Sales

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SYM Technology Company Background

US Based SYM Technology, Inc. is based in Pasadena, CA

Specializing in Performance and

Alarming

We specialize in providing remote Monitoring, Maintenance & Operations focused on performance for In-Building and Macro Wireless solutions

Service Provider’s partner for

Performance, Alarming, and Monitoring

Since 2008, SYM has been providing Providers with wireless solutions including modems, repeaters, DAS Trays, and the iSpectrum

Proven reliability and inter-operability with

DAS vendors

Inter-operability has been tested and proven with all the repeater and DAS vendors: CommScope (Andrew), Corning (Mobile Access), Tyco (ADC & LGC), ADRF, GST, R-Tron, TE, and many more

Passion for the Mission


SYM Portfolio

SYM Wireless Modems-Remote access-Alarm routing-Deployed at thousands of Provider sites

SYM iSpectrum-Remote Performance Monitoring-Performance Alarming-Deployed across North America

SYM Points of Interface – DAS Trays-Provider specific designs-Low PIM, innovative designs-Deployed by most major Providers-Both Active & Passive solutions available

SYM RepeatersCustom Designed

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2G-IS24 : 2nd Generation iSpectrum “BlackBox”


2G-IS24 : 2nd Generation iSpectrum “BlackBox”

• With a frequency range of 700 MHz to 2.7GHz and 24 input ports, the iSpectrum is a fundamental component in the network.

• It is widely used in DAS environments to monitor and analyze spectrum waveforms and create appropriate SNMP alarm notifications.

24 Port Virtual Spectrum Analyzer


The New Age of Venue Support

Added Capabilities using the iSpectrum:» Automatic continuous recording of

uplink performance and individual alarm recordings for easy playback and analysis

» Detection and recording of interference

» Ability to configure 10 alarms per port for a total of 960 specific performance alarm possibilities

» 24/7 Remote Access via the intranet for support and optimization

UL & DL traffic generation test in the Dual Spectrum Mode.


Operations, Engineering & Performance Tools

Advanced Analysis• All alarms are auto recorded for

easy retrieval and playing• Alarm recording replays 90

seconds prior to alarm condition and 90 seconds after the alarm condition clears

• No hunting through large files to find the moment the alarm occurred

• Run a report at any time during alarm playback

• Use spectrum analyzer features during playback for pinpoint analysis


Network “BlackBox” Functionality

Everything is Saved• The built in hard drive auto

continuously records all spectrum activity across all ports

• Go back in time and replay any port for any time period

• Download a recorded file to your computer for playback anytime, anywhere

• Built in local replayer software is built in the iSpectrum and is always available to be used to replay the downloaded file

• No other system in the industry allows you to go “back in time” so easily to manage your network

Your Network’s “Flux Capacitor” that lets you go back in time!


Where To Connect The iSpectrum

RX/TX RX/TX

1. From BTS to iSpectrum

3. From Active DAS Tray to iSpectrum

2. From in-line Splitter/Coupler to

iSpectrum

4. From DAS Monitoring Ports

to iSpectrum

iSpectrum

Base Station Radio DAS Point of Interface DAS System

1

23

4


Installation Considerations

• The iSpectrum has the flexibility to tap into the RF signal from many sources, ideally from a dedicated, properly attenuated UL or DL monitor port on either the DAS or on the POI, as on the SYM SPOI Models (SP4S-7021).

– The POIs present at this site are not ideal candidates to use for the signal tap due to the attenuated combined signal.

– The combined signal at the TX/RX 90 degree connector on the eNB was also not ideal due to the strong DL signal that saturated the UL when amplified, but would be a good choice for a dedicated DL monitor port.

– The I/O port shown below was the best candidate that had the best UL signal as well as an unfiltered DL signal reflection which can be seen concurrently with the UL in iSpectrum because the bandwidth is within a100 MHz range.

– A connection to the DAS is also an ideal choice, but this is sometimes challenging to get approval and ports from the neutral host provider and doesn’t provide the flexibility of carrier owned ports

Good choice Bad Choices


Current Major Installations

Petco Park KC Arrowhead Stadium US Airways Arena ASU Stadium Miami Dolphins Stadium Dallas Cowboys Stadium Las Vegas Convention Center Cardinals Stadium Kentucky Derby/Churchill Downs Panthers Stadium UC Berkeley Detroit, Michigan ATT Park Kentucky Speedway


1 PERFORMANCE BASELINING

2 UPLINK RX NOISE FLOOR MONITORING

3 UPLINK RX POWER THRESHOLD MONITORING

4 DOWNLINK TX POWER THRESHOLD MONITORING

5 IDENTIFYING SPECTRAL ISSUES - "MUG SHOTS":

6 TX DEMODULATION FUNCTIONAL USE

7 REAL TIME SPECTRAL VIEWING VS. OPERATIONAL SYSTEM PERFORMANCE TOOLS

8 USING THE ISPECTRUM FOR ROOT CAUSE ANALYSIS

9 EVENT MONITORING: PRE/PEAK/POST EVENT MONITORING WORKFLOW

10 USING THE ISPECTRUM TO MAKE LIVE CHANGES TO DAS NETWORKS

11 USING THE ISPECTRUM FOR OPTIMIZATION, TEST, AND TURN-UP

12 TAKING ADVANTAGE OF PERFORMANCE ALARMS

13 UTILIZING THE REMOTE CAPABILITIES TO REDUCE SITE VISITS

14 GETTING THE MOST FROM SPECTRUM RECORDINGS

15 INTERFERENCE AND POSITIONAL TRACKING

iSpectrum Use Cases

Using the iSpectrum gives you access to the Super User community to share In-Building issues nationwide with other performance teams


Pre-Event GUI Snapshot – It’s not always green!

iSpectrum #1 AWS

iSpectrum #2 AWS

iSpectrum #3 AWS

iSpectrum #4 700 MHz



This view of the status from the GUI before Event Start shows sectors that are experiencing performance issues and is a good place for the performance team to begin their focus

Industry best practice is to use the GUI to find sectors with issues, use any additional tools, if needed and available to drill down deeper, and send a walk team, if present to perform call and throughput tests

If necessary, use the spectrum live view to determine if attenuation adjustments need to be made and watch the immediate performance change if adjustments are made


Interference Identification, Tracking, and Alarming

• This view is from the recorded local Replayer program in 3D view with marker added to show the exact center frequency

• The majority of the alarms are due to an interference

• Interference source is at Marker 1: 2130.16 MHz

• The narrow red block is a targeted alarm block tuned to monitor and record the interference spike

• This alarm will allow precise analysis of when the interference source begins and ends transmission


Side Band Encroachment

• This snapshot is from the reporting feature that can be run during live spectrum monitoring or from recordings. This is from a live view report

• Here is another view of the side-band Power Threshold that should be investigated further

• This view also shows Power Threshold levels in the carrier channels during the Event, which is to be expected

• The in-band Power Threshold can be adjusted to be less sensitive depending on Verizon’s desired performance KPIs


RX Frequency Shift

• This view is from the live spectrum display approximately one hour before Event Start and is currently still an issue

• Unit 5 700 MHz units display in interesting spectrum issue

• It appears that the spectrum is not aligned with the center frequency and should be investigated why the signal is out of bounds

• This will have significant call quality issues


Full Game RF Plots – Good Performance

Data displays sector performance over entire game for both channels


Poor Sector Performance

Spectrum performance should be a solid bell curve of high traffic.

This sector is experiencing issues

evidenced by periodic dips in power transmission


CPRI iSpectrum 3Q15


Outdoor Mini-iSpectrum “O-Mini” 3Q15


UWMS-05 LTE Wireless Smart Modem


UWMS-05 Key Features

LTE Wireless Modem Reverts to 3G if LTE is not available Performs measurements on network parameters such as RSSI, RSRP, RSRQ, SNR, and Cell PCI Can be rebooted via SMS – no more having to visit the site to reboot! New features include Throughput Testing, either live or scheduled

• Throughput history also available as a report Remote monitoring via GUI IPSec VPN and IP Filter Four ports for multiple devices Fast and easy set-up via drop-down menus Provides Heartbeat Notification Compact Size (4.6” x 3.5” x 1.2” / 8.8 oz)

Technology/Bands:LTE 700(B13), 700(B17), 850(B5), 1900(B25), AWS(B4)WCDMA 850(B5), 1900(B2), AWS(B4)CDMA/EVDO 800(BC0), 1700(BC10), 1900(BC1)GSM/GPRS/EDGE 850, 900, 1800, 1900


Reset UWMS-05 via SMS

When connectivity cannot be established with the modem, the UWMS-05 can be remotely reset via an SMS text message, eliminating the need to send a technician to site!

555-555-1411


SYM Points of Interface

• Standardize and Control your RF Environment. Excellent Performance, Minimal Space, Customized Configurations

• Point of Interface houses multiple components in one enclosure to ensure optimal signal distribution between multiple base stations and multiple distributed antenna systems.

The Passive SPOIs unique design enables both MISO and MIMO configurations in one box.

With low PIM and high isolation, the SPOI is the superior choice for DAS conditioning

for both single operator or neutral host applications.


Passive SPOI Models

①

TX1/RX1

TX2/RX2

TX1

RX1

TX2

RX2

TX/RX

TX

RX

TX/RX

TX

RX

No Model Band TX (MHz) RX (MHz)Interface Configuration

Type No. of BTS connection port

No. of DAS Headend connection port

① SP2S-70DB 700 Upper C LTE 746-757 776-787 MIMO 2 TX/RX 2 TX, 2 RXSP2S-80DB 800 SMR 862-869 817-824 MIMO 2 TX/RX 2 TX, 2 RXSP2S-21DB 1700/2100 AWS 2110-2155 1710-1755 MIMO 2 TX/RX 2 TX, 2 RX

② SP4S-7021 700 Upper C LTE & 1700/2100 AWS

746-757 &2110-2155

776-787 &1710-1755

Dual MIMO

4 TX/RX 4 TX, 4 RX

③ SP4S-19ND 1900 PCS 1930-1995 1850-1915 MIMO 4 TX/RX 2 TX, 2 RX④ SP2S-85 850 Cellular 869-894 824-849 MISO 2 TX/RX 1 TX, 1 RX

SP2S-19 1900 PCS 1930-1995 1850-1915 MISO 2 TX/RX 1 TX, 1 RX⑤ SP4S-8519 850 Cellular & 1900

PCS869-894 & 1930-1995

824-849 & 1850-1915

Dual MISO 4 TX/RX 2 TX, 2 RX

2 Ports MIMO Configuration


Passive SPOI Models

④

TX1/RX1

TX2/RX2

TX1/TX2

RX1/RX2

Load

TX/RX

TX

RX

TX/RX

TX

RX

2way

P1

P2 C

Hybrid

③

TX1/TX3

RX1

Load

TX/RX

TX

RX

TX/RX

TX

RX

P1

P2 C

Hybrid

TX2/TX4

Load

TX/RX

TX

RX

P1

P2 C

Hybrid

RX3

RX2

RX4TX/RX

TX

RX

TX1/RX1

TX3/RX3

TX2/RX2

TX4/RX4

⑤TX1/RX1

TX2/RX2

TX1/TX2

RX1/RX2

Load

TX/RX

TX

RX

TX/RX

TX

RX

2way

P1

P2 C

Hybrid

TX1/RX1

TX2/RX2

TX1/TX2

RX1/RX2

Load

TX/RX

TX

RX

TX/RX

TX

RX

2way

P1

P2 C

Hybrid

850Cellular

1900PCS

②TX1/RX1

TX1

RX1TX/RX

TX

RX

TX2/RX2TX2

RX2TX/RX

TX

RX

TX1/RX1TX1

RX1TX/RX

TX

RX

TX2/RX2TX2

RX2TX/RX

TX

RX

700 LTEBand

AWS Band

4 Ports Dual MIMO Configuration 4 Ports MIMO Configuration

2 Ports MISO Configuration

4 Ports Dual MISO Configuration


Active Single Point of Interface – Active SPOI

The SYM Active SPOI is the scalable and modular DAS tray providing both an

active interface to condition the RF signal between the BTS and the DAS.

Active


Master Controller & RF Line Card


Innovative GUI & Auto Recognition

• Graphic User Interface – User Interface is designed to be

intuitive to set up and maintain the active SPOI without needing a manual.

– When you daisy chain the shelves, remote shelves are automatically recognized and registered in the Host shelf for a single access point.


Bird’s Eye View & Quick Access

• Log in with default credentials:– User ID: admin– Password: spoi

• A graphical interface will be displayed showing the Bird’s Eye view of all units for an immediate system status

• Clicking on any unit will take direct the user directly to that unit for operation

• Clicking on any active card will display the information for that interface.

• If Remote shelves are connected, they would have their own tab in this single GUI connection, making it very streamlined and simple to maintain this system.


“Manual Free” Operation

Auto Measured Power Levels

Auto Measured Power Levels

Auto Calculated Insertion Loss

Auto Calculated Insertion Loss

DL Auto Level Control Settings

Low Noise Amplifier Switch

CW Tone Generator Settings

Operating Temperature Gauge

Variable DL Attenuation Settings in Manual Mode (DL ALC OFF)

Variable UL Attenuation Settings in Manual Mode


ASPOI Competitive Analysis

Feature Benefit/Probing Risk SYM Competitor 1 Competitor 2Ports Rack Space Saving Installation and heat

dissipation can be a challenge with port density

8 12 8

Height Dimensions Rack Space Saving Trays more than 4U in height occupy more space than necessary

4U 4U 6U

Length Dimensions Cable and clearance requirements

Racks too deep in length may pose installation challenges and safety issues

15.75" 19.64" 20"

Power Bypass Keep Service Assurance up

If controller goes down, is your network protected?

Yes No No

Physical Monitor Ports Monitoring, Maintenance, & Repair

Without it, where will you tap into if there is an issue?

Yes No No

Rack Density - flush mounting units on top of each other

Get more ports per rack - save space

Do they require a space between trays for heat dissipation?

No Recommended Recommended

User Selectable Monitor Ports

Choose exactly what you want to monitor, both physically and remotely

If you don't get monitoring ports on your trays, you have to put them in yourself

Yes No No

Price Features and Price per port - least expensive with best quality is best

How much are you paying per port for 8 ports?

~$2500/port ~$2700/port ~$2800/port


ASPOI Competitive Analysis

Feature Benefit/Probing Risk SYM Competitor 1 Competitor 2Track Record(ask for references)

Have there been any major issues with the trays?

Are you willing to take risks?

Good record Noisy Downlink Unacceptable Out of Box Failure rates

Low Power Mode Application flexibility The lower the insertion loss and PIM, the better

Yes Yes No

Use with a Spectrum Analyzer

Can your techs use an external Spec-A with your tray?

Forced to use an internal basic/feature-less built in Spec-A or none at all

Yes, and engineered to work seamlessly with the performance focused iSpectrum

No No

Bird's Eye View See everything on one screen, save time and operational cycles

How easy is it to use their trays?

Yes Maybe? Maybe?

Connectors Mini-DIN (BTS)QMA/SMA (DAS) Customer Choice

DINQMA

iSpectrum integration Seamless without additional hardware

Need Combiner Unit for monitoring port access

Auto Card Detection Controller detects line card credentials automatically and register to the system

?

CW Tone Generator Full remote control of a venue, including testing

If there isn't a tone generator and you have to send a tech to site, how much extra will that cost you?

Yes, included on each card

No Yes, on the main controller


UWMS-05 SmartModem4G LTE Speed

4 Ethernet PortsSMS Text Rebootable

Multi-BandScalable

2GIS24 iSpectrum24 port Virtual Spectrum Analyzer“Black Box” Spectrum Recorder

Operational SupportPerformance Management

Engineering Tool

Active DAS TrayASPOI-Active SYM Point of Interface

Innovative GUIHigh & Low Power RF Input

Remote Controlled AttenuationPower-Loss Bypass Safety Feature

Seamless integration of all prodcucts for full remote venue access, operation, and performance monitoring & maintenance

The Ultimate DAS Venue Solution


SYM DAS Venue System Solution

Thank You

234 E.Colorado Blvd., Ste 515 Pasadena, CA 91101

Todd MastersDirector of Sales

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www.symtechnology.com