On a daily basis I get questions about setting up a basic wifi access point to cover a certain area of ground. This is normally outdoor and many many times these simple installations are in a RV park, marina or camp ground so I figured I would share the wealth. A typical one access point installation has a few key components and some optional ones.
Key Components:
* The wireless access point or base station (if you couldn't guess)
* POE Injector
* Omnidirectional antenna
* Cabling (RF for the antenna and CAT5 for the POE and network)
Optional
* Lightning arrestors. These are recommended but the system will work without them. You would need one lightning arrestor for the RF side (antenna side) and for the network side of the access point.
Here is what your set up would look like:
You will notice that I did not specify any gains on the antenna as every installation is different but in the 2.4 GHz range I find that the 9 dbi omni antenna with 7 degrees on downtilt works great.
OK so I know your next question. How much area will this cover??? Well in the world of wi-fi the two most used words are "It Depends". You'll hate to hear them but you better get used to them as there is never a clear answer. RF signal propagation depends on many factors such as interference, environment, line of site and the most overlooked factor CLIENT TYPE!
Most people understand interference and line of sight but if not you can feel free to read more about it in our growing wireless FAQ, here. However, the one most people do not understand and sometime refuse to understand is that client type can make or break your wireless network. How so? Well...lets take an RV park for instance.
An RV park wants to set up a simple access point in the middle of the grounds to serve its 70 RV users. The client then spends time reviewing access point specs, finds a perfect bridge with a great mix of price and performance. Buys the highest gain antenna he can find and makes sure that there is no excessive loss in the RF cabling. The items arrive via UPS, he sets them up perfectly, similar to the setup shown above and starts walking around with his laptop running netstumbler BUT, he is only going a 3rd of the distance he was expecting. This can't be right he thinks and starts troubleshooting his new hardware. However, what he doesn't realize is that it has nothing to do with the new access point set up he purchased and everything to do with the low powered wifi card in his laptop.
Communication should always be looked at as a 2 way street. The base station (access point) can be uber powerful and transmit for miles but if the device receiving the signal a mile away can only transmits 300ft the base station will never hear the interesting things the client is saying and communication breaks down. I tried to illustrate this concept and hopefully succeeded but let me know if I blew it.
Bottom line is know your wireless application and build accordingly. Do not focus on one part of your wireless access point alone as you will never get the results you are after. Look at your wireless network as a system of components working together to create cohesive communication.
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6.5.09
Frequency Fundamentals of Wireless Networks
Wireless networks can be divided into two broad segments: short-range and long-range. Short-range wireless pertains to networks that are confined to a limited area. This applies to local area networks (LANs), such as corporate buildings, school campuses, manufacturing plants or homes, as well as to personal area networks (PANs) where portable computers within close proximity to one another need to communicate. These networks typically operate over unlicensed spectrum reserved for industrial, scientific, medical (ISM) usage. The available frequencies differ from country to country. The most common frequency band is at 2.4 GHz, which is available across most of the globe. Other bands at 5 GHz and 40 GHz are also often used. The availability of these frequencies allows users to operate wireless networks without obtaining a license, and without charge.
Long-range networks continue where LANs end. Connectivity is typically provided by companies that sell the wireless connectivity as a service. These networks span large areas such as a metropolitan area, a state or province, or an entire country. The goal of long-range networks is to provide wireless coverage globally. The most common longrange network is wireless wide area network (WWAN). When true global coverage is required, satellite networks are also available.
Many of the wireless technologies in the WPAN, WLAN, and WWAN categories transmit information using radio waves. For this to take place, the data is superimposed onto the radio wave, which is also known as the carrier wave, since it carries the data. This process is called modulation. There are many modulation techniques available, all with certain advantages and disadvantages in terms of efficiency and power requirements. The modulation techniques are as follows:
1. Narrowband technology - Narrowband radio systems transmit and receive data on a specific radio frequency. The frequency band is kept as narrow as possible to allow the information to be passed. Interference is avoided by coordinating different users on different frequencies. The radio receiver filters out all signals except those on the designated frequency. For a company to use narrowband technology, it requires a license issued by the government. Examples of such companies include many of the wide area network providers.
2. Spread spectrum - By design, spread spectrum trades off bandwidth efficiency for reliability, integrity, and security. It consumes more bandwidth than narrow-band technology, but produces a signal that is louder and easier to detect by receivers that know the parameters of the signal being broadcast. To everyone else, the spread-spectrum signal looks like background noise. Two variations of spread-spectrum radio exist: frequency-hopping and direct-sequence.
a). Frequency-hopping spread spectrum (FHSS) - FHSS uses a narrowband carrier that rapidly cycles through frequencies. Both the sender and receiver know the frequency pattern being used. The idea is that even if one frequency is blocked, another should be available. If this is not the case, then the data is re-sent. When properly synchronized, the result is a single logical channel over which the information is transmitted. To everyone else, it appears as short bursts of noise. The maximum data rate using FHSS is typically around 1 Mbps.
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Long-range networks continue where LANs end. Connectivity is typically provided by companies that sell the wireless connectivity as a service. These networks span large areas such as a metropolitan area, a state or province, or an entire country. The goal of long-range networks is to provide wireless coverage globally. The most common longrange network is wireless wide area network (WWAN). When true global coverage is required, satellite networks are also available.
Many of the wireless technologies in the WPAN, WLAN, and WWAN categories transmit information using radio waves. For this to take place, the data is superimposed onto the radio wave, which is also known as the carrier wave, since it carries the data. This process is called modulation. There are many modulation techniques available, all with certain advantages and disadvantages in terms of efficiency and power requirements. The modulation techniques are as follows:
1. Narrowband technology - Narrowband radio systems transmit and receive data on a specific radio frequency. The frequency band is kept as narrow as possible to allow the information to be passed. Interference is avoided by coordinating different users on different frequencies. The radio receiver filters out all signals except those on the designated frequency. For a company to use narrowband technology, it requires a license issued by the government. Examples of such companies include many of the wide area network providers.
2. Spread spectrum - By design, spread spectrum trades off bandwidth efficiency for reliability, integrity, and security. It consumes more bandwidth than narrow-band technology, but produces a signal that is louder and easier to detect by receivers that know the parameters of the signal being broadcast. To everyone else, the spread-spectrum signal looks like background noise. Two variations of spread-spectrum radio exist: frequency-hopping and direct-sequence.
a). Frequency-hopping spread spectrum (FHSS) - FHSS uses a narrowband carrier that rapidly cycles through frequencies. Both the sender and receiver know the frequency pattern being used. The idea is that even if one frequency is blocked, another should be available. If this is not the case, then the data is re-sent. When properly synchronized, the result is a single logical channel over which the information is transmitted. To everyone else, it appears as short bursts of noise. The maximum data rate using FHSS is typically around 1 Mbps.
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Find everything in this world with Wireless Broadband
Down on Earth, you are always busy one leg in professional life and the other in private life. You will be always eager to find out different ways out-of-the-box to balance your life. Thus, managing time between professional and private life is an art that can put even the most skilled person in a challenge. However, with the changing world you will always find the new and innovative ways to tackle your problem.
And, fortunately, now, the innovation in the field of communication, Blackberry, as industrious as you, is in the market to balance your private and professional life.
To gain a competitive edge, increase your productivity, and save time, the Blackberry Internet Solution, the wireless connectivity, is the pop-up answer for your every problem.
Wireless Internet is becoming boon in present times. With wireless Internet, you have freedom to access anywhere, anytime across the world. Over the past 18 years, TPG claims to have grown to become one of the top 10 Internet Service Providers in Australia. Recently it has entered the market with wireless internet services.
In fact, Soul has one of the cheapest home phone plans in Australia.
Many companies have entered the market to provide home phone plans and line rental deals. Many companies like IINET, Soul, and TPG have entered the market of landline phone and wireless internet with a variety of home phone plans and line rental deals. Just take time to explore and you will find the cheapest home phone plans in Australia. TPG provides ADSL2+ Internet – the next generation of broadband service offering massive download with excellent speed.
If you want to get the best and the cheapest wireless internet then iiNet, the first internet service provider in Australia, has launched a ‘naked’ broadband DSL plan, potentially freeing internet users from the constraint of signing up to a fixed telephone line.
Naked DSL allows customers who use mobile or VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) as their primary phone line to access the internet without having to bear the cost of monthly line rental fees.
The new service also offers the option of bundling ADSL 2+ broadband plans with VoIP services, allowing customers to make phone calls over the internet at cheaper rates.
Many people have already made the switch to mobile phones and VoIP for their voice telephony needs. Internode Naked ADSL2+ gives you the choice of not renting a traditional phone service, yet still enjoying the ADSL2+ benefits of fast and cost-effective broadband.
Naked DSL offers greater flexibility but consumers should be aware about its plans. This is certainly an attractive option for consumers, particularly for those who are fairly tech-savvy and aren't heavily reliant on their landline service.
Nowadays people are using PDA devices for wireless connection. Devises such as USB Dongle for internet, Blackberry Mobile, Smartphones, Blackberry Storm. All these you can avail with unlimited wireless internet. These facilities you can get anywhere in the world. Whether you are in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Canberra and Gold Coast.
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And, fortunately, now, the innovation in the field of communication, Blackberry, as industrious as you, is in the market to balance your private and professional life.
To gain a competitive edge, increase your productivity, and save time, the Blackberry Internet Solution, the wireless connectivity, is the pop-up answer for your every problem.
Wireless Internet is becoming boon in present times. With wireless Internet, you have freedom to access anywhere, anytime across the world. Over the past 18 years, TPG claims to have grown to become one of the top 10 Internet Service Providers in Australia. Recently it has entered the market with wireless internet services.
In fact, Soul has one of the cheapest home phone plans in Australia.
Many companies have entered the market to provide home phone plans and line rental deals. Many companies like IINET, Soul, and TPG have entered the market of landline phone and wireless internet with a variety of home phone plans and line rental deals. Just take time to explore and you will find the cheapest home phone plans in Australia. TPG provides ADSL2+ Internet – the next generation of broadband service offering massive download with excellent speed.
If you want to get the best and the cheapest wireless internet then iiNet, the first internet service provider in Australia, has launched a ‘naked’ broadband DSL plan, potentially freeing internet users from the constraint of signing up to a fixed telephone line.
Naked DSL allows customers who use mobile or VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) as their primary phone line to access the internet without having to bear the cost of monthly line rental fees.
The new service also offers the option of bundling ADSL 2+ broadband plans with VoIP services, allowing customers to make phone calls over the internet at cheaper rates.
Many people have already made the switch to mobile phones and VoIP for their voice telephony needs. Internode Naked ADSL2+ gives you the choice of not renting a traditional phone service, yet still enjoying the ADSL2+ benefits of fast and cost-effective broadband.
Naked DSL offers greater flexibility but consumers should be aware about its plans. This is certainly an attractive option for consumers, particularly for those who are fairly tech-savvy and aren't heavily reliant on their landline service.
Nowadays people are using PDA devices for wireless connection. Devises such as USB Dongle for internet, Blackberry Mobile, Smartphones, Blackberry Storm. All these you can avail with unlimited wireless internet. These facilities you can get anywhere in the world. Whether you are in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Canberra and Gold Coast.
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Introducing Wireless Networking Solutions
While the term wireless network may technically be used to refer to any type of network that is wireless, the term is most commonly used to refer to a telecommunications network whose interconnections between nodes is implemented without the use of wires, such as a computer network (which is a type of communications network). Wireless telecommunications networks are generally implemented with some type of remote information transmission system.
Applications of wireless technology
1) Security systems
2) Television remote control
3) VOIP
4) Cellular telephony
5) WiFi
Benefits of wireless technology
Wireless LANs offer the following productivity, convenience, and cost advantages over wired networks:
" Mobility -- Wireless LAN systems can provide LAN users with access to real-time information anywhere in their organization. This mobility supports productivity and service opportunities not possible with wired networks.
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" High Installation Speed -- Installing a wireless LAN system can be fast and easy and can eliminate the need to pull cable through walls and ceilings.
" Minimal Cost-of-Ownership -- While the initial investment required for wireless LAN hardware can be higher than the cost of wired LAN hardware, overall installation expenses and life-cycle costs can be significantly lower. Long-term cost benefits are greatest in dynamic environments requiring frequent moves and changes.
" Flexibility: Wireless LAN systems can be configured in a variety of topologies to meet the needs of specific applications and installations. Configurations are easily changed and range from peer-to-peer networks suitable for a small number of users to full infrastructure networks of thousands of users that enable roaming over a broad area.
Common examples of wireless equipment in use today include:
" Professional LMR (Land Mobile Radio) and SMR (Specialized Mobile Radio) typically used by business, industrial and Public Safety entities
" Consumer Two Way Radio including FRS (Family Radio Service), GMRS (General Mobile Radio Service) and Citizens band (CB) radios
" The Amateur Radio Service
" Consumer and professional Marine VHF radios
" Cellular telephones and pagers: provide connectivity for portable and mobile applications, both personal and business.
" Global Positioning System (GPS): allows drivers, captains of boats and ships, and pilots of aircraft to ascertain/find their location anywhere on earth.
" Cordless computer peripherals: the cordless mouse is a common example; keyboards and printers can also be linked to a computer via wireless.
" Cordless telephone sets: these are the limited-range devices, not to be confused with cell phones.
" Satellite television: allows viewers in almost any location to select from hundreds of channels.
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Mr. white -
www.smileit.com.au
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Applications of wireless technology
1) Security systems
2) Television remote control
3) VOIP
4) Cellular telephony
5) WiFi
Benefits of wireless technology
Wireless LANs offer the following productivity, convenience, and cost advantages over wired networks:
" Mobility -- Wireless LAN systems can provide LAN users with access to real-time information anywhere in their organization. This mobility supports productivity and service opportunities not possible with wired networks.
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" High Installation Speed -- Installing a wireless LAN system can be fast and easy and can eliminate the need to pull cable through walls and ceilings.
" Minimal Cost-of-Ownership -- While the initial investment required for wireless LAN hardware can be higher than the cost of wired LAN hardware, overall installation expenses and life-cycle costs can be significantly lower. Long-term cost benefits are greatest in dynamic environments requiring frequent moves and changes.
" Flexibility: Wireless LAN systems can be configured in a variety of topologies to meet the needs of specific applications and installations. Configurations are easily changed and range from peer-to-peer networks suitable for a small number of users to full infrastructure networks of thousands of users that enable roaming over a broad area.
Common examples of wireless equipment in use today include:
" Professional LMR (Land Mobile Radio) and SMR (Specialized Mobile Radio) typically used by business, industrial and Public Safety entities
" Consumer Two Way Radio including FRS (Family Radio Service), GMRS (General Mobile Radio Service) and Citizens band (CB) radios
" The Amateur Radio Service
" Consumer and professional Marine VHF radios
" Cellular telephones and pagers: provide connectivity for portable and mobile applications, both personal and business.
" Global Positioning System (GPS): allows drivers, captains of boats and ships, and pilots of aircraft to ascertain/find their location anywhere on earth.
" Cordless computer peripherals: the cordless mouse is a common example; keyboards and printers can also be linked to a computer via wireless.
" Cordless telephone sets: these are the limited-range devices, not to be confused with cell phones.
" Satellite television: allows viewers in almost any location to select from hundreds of channels.
Regards,
Mr. white -
www.smileit.com.au
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Wireless Services
There are several available wireless phone services, but one is not best for everybody. However, the process of choosing the best wireless phone service for a certain person is typically the same for everybody.
First, the owner needs to consider where he or she plans to use his or her wireless phone. For instance, if he or she plans to use the phone while traveling or in faraway places, it would be wise to check if the wireless phone service has a large local toll-free calling area. Roaming needs can also be checked to ensure that service will not be affected when the owner is in places that are not covered by his or her wireless phone network.
Next, the owner needs to assess how he or she plans to use the wireless phone. Some users have become more demanding regarding the services they want. This being the case, it would be good to check if the wireless phone service has additional features such as voice mail, caller identification, call forwarding and call waiting.
Wireless phone owners should also look at the specific time of day when they think they will most likely use their phones. This would help them in choosing the most attractive peak and off-peak definitions laid down by different wireless phone services. Knowing this can possibly help them save money.
After all these things have been analyzed, the owner still has to decide how much he or she is capable of spending for his or her monthly phone bills. They should remember that monthly phone bills typically include fixed amounts that will be charged to them whether or not they have consumed such services. Some wireless phone services also charge activation fees. These things should be considered to get a more accurate computation of the possible monthly phone expenses of an owner.
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First, the owner needs to consider where he or she plans to use his or her wireless phone. For instance, if he or she plans to use the phone while traveling or in faraway places, it would be wise to check if the wireless phone service has a large local toll-free calling area. Roaming needs can also be checked to ensure that service will not be affected when the owner is in places that are not covered by his or her wireless phone network.
Next, the owner needs to assess how he or she plans to use the wireless phone. Some users have become more demanding regarding the services they want. This being the case, it would be good to check if the wireless phone service has additional features such as voice mail, caller identification, call forwarding and call waiting.
Wireless phone owners should also look at the specific time of day when they think they will most likely use their phones. This would help them in choosing the most attractive peak and off-peak definitions laid down by different wireless phone services. Knowing this can possibly help them save money.
After all these things have been analyzed, the owner still has to decide how much he or she is capable of spending for his or her monthly phone bills. They should remember that monthly phone bills typically include fixed amounts that will be charged to them whether or not they have consumed such services. Some wireless phone services also charge activation fees. These things should be considered to get a more accurate computation of the possible monthly phone expenses of an owner.
My Wirelesses is the most advisable Wireless Phone service Provider. It provides opportunities to earn residual Income on the wireless services of others, provide Leadership bonuses and customer acquisition bonuses.
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Telephone Gratis newest technology in the world from Voip
Making calls using internet have become the number one choice of large group of people nowadays, which is popularly known as USB Internet Phone technology. It’s a technique with which you can make your calls using the internet.
The technique is cheaper as contrasted to the customary PSTN lines. Internet telephony such as Definity Phones, Partner Telephones and voip telephones are emerging as a smooth and cheap way of communication.
Giving meaning to the word quality VOIP phones are one of the excellent series of phone help increasing productivity with hard working features that enhance the ability to communicate. Along with it, they are gaining the popularity as the most successful key system in the marketplace. Establishing a presence on the Web, The VoIP is of particular interest to small businesses, especially those looking to grow by providing improved customer service treating businesses as a strategic tool it’s the perfect way to interact with their customers.
VoIP commonly known as Voice over Internet Protocol is very helpful for making international calls at a much lower rate as compared to the other modes of communication. You just need to have an internet connection and an appropriate device in order to make a call anywhere in the world with much reduced cost.
Leading manufacturers like Siemens, Panasonic Philips, linksys etc. are coming out with advanced and latest VoIP telephones one after another. Incorporating maximum features VoIP are efficient, comfortable and easy to use.
Individuals and corporate organization uses VoIP phones very much. Latest VoIP phones are very much popular in individuals and corporate organizations who are always interested to purchase the latest VoIP telephones. There are number of handsets available in the market such as VoIP 4331 MSN Messenger phone from Gigaset and Philips, WIP330 Wireless-G IP phone from Linksys and C460 IP DECT VoIP Telephone from Siemens. One can easily choose these phones according to the communication needs and requirements.
Features like conferencing facilities, call wait, call transfer, call forward, called ID, call mute, etc. are supported by VoIP phones. In addition to this, you will find good sound quality and increased standby and talk time with these phones.
You can find VoIP phones to be cost effective and can get it from any leading web stores. So, have a VoIP phone and talk at length from your office or home to your near and dear ones at lower rates. Technical sound, quality oriented reliable VoIP system meets the current and future business needs very well.
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The technique is cheaper as contrasted to the customary PSTN lines. Internet telephony such as Definity Phones, Partner Telephones and voip telephones are emerging as a smooth and cheap way of communication.
Giving meaning to the word quality VOIP phones are one of the excellent series of phone help increasing productivity with hard working features that enhance the ability to communicate. Along with it, they are gaining the popularity as the most successful key system in the marketplace. Establishing a presence on the Web, The VoIP is of particular interest to small businesses, especially those looking to grow by providing improved customer service treating businesses as a strategic tool it’s the perfect way to interact with their customers.
VoIP commonly known as Voice over Internet Protocol is very helpful for making international calls at a much lower rate as compared to the other modes of communication. You just need to have an internet connection and an appropriate device in order to make a call anywhere in the world with much reduced cost.
Leading manufacturers like Siemens, Panasonic Philips, linksys etc. are coming out with advanced and latest VoIP telephones one after another. Incorporating maximum features VoIP are efficient, comfortable and easy to use.
Individuals and corporate organization uses VoIP phones very much. Latest VoIP phones are very much popular in individuals and corporate organizations who are always interested to purchase the latest VoIP telephones. There are number of handsets available in the market such as VoIP 4331 MSN Messenger phone from Gigaset and Philips, WIP330 Wireless-G IP phone from Linksys and C460 IP DECT VoIP Telephone from Siemens. One can easily choose these phones according to the communication needs and requirements.
Features like conferencing facilities, call wait, call transfer, call forward, called ID, call mute, etc. are supported by VoIP phones. In addition to this, you will find good sound quality and increased standby and talk time with these phones.
You can find VoIP phones to be cost effective and can get it from any leading web stores. So, have a VoIP phone and talk at length from your office or home to your near and dear ones at lower rates. Technical sound, quality oriented reliable VoIP system meets the current and future business needs very well.
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17.12.08
Nokia to launch GSM-WLAN phone
Nokia will offer a mobile phone capable of working on cellular networks and wireless LANs in the second quarter of this year. It will also release network operating equipment to support the new converged handset, it announced Monday.
The 6136 phone is based on the UMA (Unlicensed Mobile Access) industry standard, which enables the hand-off of voice and data connections between GSM (Global System for Mobile Communications) networks and WLANs.
The handset, to cost €275, will support all GSM frequencies. It will be equipped with a 1.3 megapixel camera and removable micro SD format memory card, said Kai Öistämö, executive vice president and general manager of Nokia's mobile phone division, at a news conference at the 3GSM World Congress in Barcelona.
Nokia, the world's largest manufacturer of mobile phone handsets, also plans to offer network operators equipment to support the new GSM-WLAN phone's functions in the second quarter, it said.
The mobile phone industry is at a "turning point" with VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) technology. Some manufacturers and operators may view VoIP as a disruptive technology, while others will see it as an opportunity, according to Öistämö.
"We view VoIP as an opportunity," he said.
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The 6136 phone is based on the UMA (Unlicensed Mobile Access) industry standard, which enables the hand-off of voice and data connections between GSM (Global System for Mobile Communications) networks and WLANs.
The handset, to cost €275, will support all GSM frequencies. It will be equipped with a 1.3 megapixel camera and removable micro SD format memory card, said Kai Öistämö, executive vice president and general manager of Nokia's mobile phone division, at a news conference at the 3GSM World Congress in Barcelona.
Nokia, the world's largest manufacturer of mobile phone handsets, also plans to offer network operators equipment to support the new GSM-WLAN phone's functions in the second quarter, it said.
The mobile phone industry is at a "turning point" with VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) technology. Some manufacturers and operators may view VoIP as a disruptive technology, while others will see it as an opportunity, according to Öistämö.
"We view VoIP as an opportunity," he said.
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GSM and WLAN networks
Bridging two of the world's most ubiquitous wireless standards - GSM and WLAN - the new Nokia 6136 phone integrates UMA (Unlicensed Mobile Access) technology to allow for seamless handover of voice and data connections between GSM cellular and WLAN networks. With the UMA technology found on the Nokia 6136, operators can deliver voice and data services to subscribers over WLAN access networks, dramatically increasing mobile service availability while decreasing the costs related to network deployment. Consumers, meanwhile, are able to enjoy the benefits of voice calls via the internet using WLAN radio access. The Nokia 6136 phone is expected to be available during the second quarter of 2006.
Orange, one of the world's largest mobile communications companies, will be an initial customer for the Nokia 6136 phone. "By bridging our GSM network and our DSL network - thanks to the WiFi enabled LiveBox, UMA technology allows FT/Orange to deliver a truly seamless wireless experience to our customers," said Sanjiv Ahuja, Chief Executive Officer, Orange Group. "Nokia and Orange have a long history of working together to provide cutting-edge technology combined with exceptional reliability and ease of use. The Nokia 6136 phone builds on this tradition by allowing customers to enjoy their Orange services in more places than ever before."
To accompany the UMA technology, the fold-style, quadband (GSM 850/900/1800/1900) Nokia 6136 also includes a wide array of the latest features. The 1.3 megapixel camera with 8x digital zoom provides crisp, clear images and video that can be easily messaged or uploaded to an online photo album for sharing with friends and family. The phone supports removable microSD memory card allowing for optional storage for a wide selection of favourite images or extensive number of digital music files for the integrated digital music player. A built-in stereo FM radio supporting Visual Radio complements the music experience.
"The Nokia 6136 phone clearly demonstrates the complementary nature of cellular and IP-based networks. By implementing UMA technology into this new device, worldwide quadband GSM coverage is combined with superior indoor WLAN coverage to create a device that can deliver an easy-to-use, seamless communications experience in virtually any situation," said Kai Oistamo, Executive Vice President and General Manager, Mobile Phones, Nokia. "Besides the benefits that UMA technology can deliver, the Nokia 6136 handset is a powerful, user-friendly mobile phone that delivers all of the most wanted mobile features and excellent usability in a stylish folding design."
The compact and lightweight Nokia 6136 phone features dual color displays, including a large 262k color active matrix main display, an integrated handsfree speakerphone and multiple messaging capabilities, including MMS, email, push to talk and Nokia Xpress audio messaging. The Nokia 6136 phone also delivers excellent operating times in both GSM and UMA modes, with up to 5 hours of talk time and up to 280 hours of standby time in GSM mode and up to 5.5 hours of talk time and up to 82 hours of standby time in UMA mode.
The Nokia 6136 also includes a new DARP (Downlink Advanced Receiver Performance) radio receiver, which enhances the radio performance of the device. Studies from 3GPP have indicated that DARP increases the operator network capacity by 40-70 per cent. For consumers, DARP brings improved voice quality and higher data throughput.
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What is a WiFi Phone?
A WiFi phone use wireless technology. There are designated areas in cafes and public areas known as hotspots where you can use a WiFi phone. Providing there are no obstructions and depending on the amount of people using the hotspot, you can use your WiFi phone within 300 feet (about 90 meters) of hotspot area. As long as you are within range of a hotspot, your office can be where ever you are.
The WiFi phone has all the same features as a regular phone. With normal cell phones, you can make calls, text message, receive voicemail and with limitations, access the Internet. The WiFi phone has greater data retrieval capabilities and wider Internet access. The WiFi technology can also be found in laptops. There is no need for telephone lines to connect to the Internet.
WiFi phone technology is still relatively new and may take a while to become widely accepted. It has been available in hospitals and offices for years, but consumer options have been limited. It is predicted that the number of access points and hotspots will increase over the coming years. As the benefits of the WiFi phone become more apparent, many people are expected to make the change from more traditional phones.
There are still a few teething problems to be found with WiFi phone technology. You cannot roam between hotspots with your phone and still receive WiFi calls, although you will still be able to make and receive normal calls with your phone. A lot of phones have been found to shut of the WiFi connection when not in use to conserve energy, thereby missing incoming calls. As the speed of technological developments is so fast, these problems will probably have been ironed out by the time you finish reading this article.
As hotspots are free to use, and the average American consumer's cell-phone service costs 50 US dollars (USD) a month, the cost benefits of the WiFi phone can be huge. WiFi is seen as the way forward for the business community. It also looks likely to revolutionize the way we pay for and use our phones in the future.
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