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1.
Introduction
1.1.
Scope of Manual
The purpose of this manual is to provide professional planning and installation personnel with
the appropriate information and procedures required to install and operate the RuralConnect®
TV White Space Broadband Radio and accessory equipment. In order to avoid harm to persons
or damage to the product, please ensure that you have read and understand the safety,
unpacking, and installation sections before proceeding.
1.2.
Overview
The RuralConnect® TV White Space
Broadband Radio is designed to utilize
“white space” spectrum in the 470–608
MHz (TV channels 14–36) and 614–698
MHz (TV channels 38–51) frequencies
in order to provide reliable, high speed
broadband for applications where
traditional microwave solutions won’t provide adequate RF
performance.
The system uses state of the art Single Carrier Frequency
Domain Equalization (SC-FDE) to provide protection against
signal fading caused by multipath interference (phase-shifting)
while offering a robust clean transmit spectrum. Reflections
from trees, buildings and hills are inevitable for long range
wireless links. These reflections arrive at slightly different
times, causing deep fading across the channels used by white
space systems. Without equalization, this fading causes
performance; even for links between devices that are
theoretically in range. SC-FDE allows more flexible installations
where obstructions and foliage are known factors. Combined with a proprietary adaptive
equalization system, SC-FDE allows the system to correct for multipath fading. This ensures
reliable connections even in mountainous, forested, and/or built-up areas where strong signal
reflections are common.
Figure 2: RuralConnect® CPE Unit
In the U.S., the RuralConnect® is only available with a 6 MHz channel bandwidth. The system is
fully compliant with FCC Part 15H regulations.
Our international models ensure worldwide compatibility, regardless of the TV broadcast
technology in use. International users must ensure compliance with their regulatory authorities.
For export only, international models are available in both 6 MHz and 8 MHz versions.
2.
Pre-test and System Planning
2.1.
Proper Handling
You must follow precautionary measures when handling RuralConnect® devices. Improper
handling of your equipment may cause damage and void your warranty. The electronic
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