DAS
As a complement to our tower solutions, we provide cost effective, multi-carrier solutions for improved coverage and capacity in hard-to-zone areas, typically through the use of shared fiber-based infrastructure.
With Lightower, you benefit from the depth of our resources and our core expertise including:
- RF engineering
- Mission critical network operations
- Facilities and fiber network construction, ownership, and operations
- Right-of-way and related technical/operational capabilities
- Long-term partnership pricing, financial stability, and a proven multi-carrier model
Outdoor DAS Network Overview Using Utility Poles
Prior to the deployment of a DAS (distributed antenna system) network we provide an in-depth DAS equipment vendor review (RF performance, customer acceptance, reliability, FCC interference issues, etc.), regulatory assessment (pole access and pricing), and a detailed technical standard (technical remote unit attachment standard for utility distribution poles) that is gaining wide acceptance and positive customer feedback.
To date, we have focused primarily on using distribution poles, light poles, or stop lights for single and multi-carrier capable distributed antenna systems (DAS) throughout the Northeast. However, we are currently pursuing airport/subway, tunnel campus, stadiums/sports arena, shopping centers/malls, convention centers, and other in-building opportunities.
In support of its DAS business, Lightower has or is in the process of filing to become a licensed telecom provider throughout the Northeast. The list of states includes:
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Our first network was launched on Nantucket Island, Memorial Day 2004. The main shared DAS elements include: base station hotel facilities, fiber network, remote unit control box, shelter, UPS, shared antennas, help desk services and full system maintenance. It is the largest outdoor multicarrier system in the US. We have since deployed in several other communities and have a growing pipeline of projects in development throughout the Northeast. |