Fiber Optic Antenna System

The InCell fiber optic distributed antenna system is designed for in-building wireless communications. The system improves and extends RF coverage in buildings and hard to penetrate indoor areas. It supports cellular and PCS communication services and is also offered as a dual band system to carry multiple wireless services. To support future growth, the system can also be easily upgraded to accommodate third generation (3G) services.

The fiber optic distributed antenna system uses single-mode optical fiber cable to distribute RF signals between a central RF hub and remote antenna units. The wireless distribution system comprises a Central Distribution Unit (CDU) that interfaces with up to six Remote Antenna Units (RAUs) placed throughout the building to provide optimal RF coverage. The CDU distributes and collects voice and data signals through individual pairs of fiber cable from each RAU. A single composite cable, consisting of two fiber optic cables and power wiring, provides all connections between the CDU and each RAU.

Unobtrusive, lightweight antenna units install on walls or above and below ceiling tiles to optimize the RF coverage throughout the indoor space. The antennas can be omni-directional, dipole, or directional according to coverage needs.

The system is quick and easy to install with only one composite cable needed per antenna. Multiple systems may be cascaded together to support more than 240 antennas from a single sector to provide RF coverage in areas such as multi-storied office and apartment buildings and major airports.

Andrew Corporation, 10500 W. 153rd St., Orland Park, IL 60462-3099. Tel: 708-349-3300; Fax: 708-349-5943.