| Generation | Frequency | Key Concern | Indoor Design Goal | |------------|-----------|-------------|--------------------| | 2G (GSM) | 900/1800 MHz | Coverage & Handover | RxLev > -85 dBm | | 3G (UMTS/HSPA) | 2100 MHz | Ec/Io & Soft Handover | CPICH RSCP > -80 dBm, Ec/Io > -12 dB | | 4G (LTE) | 800/1800/2600 MHz | SINR & Throughput | RSRP > -95 dBm, SINR > 0 dB |
If you're interested in learning more, I recommend checking out the book "Indoor Radio Planning: A Practical Guide for 2G, 3G, and 4G" (3rd edition, 2015) for a more detailed and comprehensive guide to indoor radio planning. | Generation | Frequency | Key Concern |
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