As broadband engineers, Digicomm is always on the lookout for advancements that can revolutionize the industry and enhance the experiences of our customers and their end-users. The recent announcement from Tarana Wireless regarding their win as the first FCC-Certified vendor of the outdoor 6GHz spectrum presents a transformative opportunity to usher in the gigabit age of fixed wireless technology while making advances in effective spectrum use.
Tarana’s G1 is Now the First FCC-Certified Outdoor 6GHz Product
The primary appeal of the 6GHz spectrum lies in its sheer abundance. The FCC opened 850 MHz of the 6GHz band for unlicensed use, significantly expanding the wireless bandwidth available to consumers and businesses. This unlicensed access to the 6GHz spectrum is a critical factor in enabling the high-speed, low-latency connectivity that modern devices and platforms demand. Coupled with Tarana’s next-generation fixed wireless access (ngFWA) technology, the unlicensed 6GHz spectrum has transformed service providers’ ability to deliver high-speed internet access.
A key consideration is the integration of Automatic Frequency Coordination (AFC) systems. These systems enhance spectrum availability for license-exempt devices, like Wi-Fi, by dynamically identifying available channels at specific locations, thereby preventing interference with licensed operations in the 6GHz frequency band. Tarana has incorporated AFC into their management software to ensure their technology is user-friendly, effective, and compliant with regulatory standards.
When compared to the 5GHz band, the 6GHz spectrum offers several technical advantages that are worth exploring. First, the larger contiguous blocks of spectrum enable the development of wider communication channels, allowing for the delivery of gigabit-level performance that was previously unattainable. This opens a world of possibilities for applications ranging from high-definition video streaming to real-time, low-latency interactions in the Internet of Things (IoT) ecosystem. One advantage of the 6 GHz frequency band for wireless communication is that it experiences less interference from other devices and networks, especially when compared to the more crowded 5 GHz band.
Second, and perhaps one of the most exciting aspects of the 6GHz spectrum is its potential to bridge the digital divide and provide high-speed internet access to underserved communities. By harnessing the new and abundant bandwidth and leveraging Tarana’s cost-effective gigabit deployment model, we can bring the benefits of gigabit connectivity to areas that have traditionally struggled with inadequate infrastructure.
“With the addition of the 6 GHz band, operators have a great opportunity to better serve their end-users. Alongside Digicomm, who carries our entire ngFWA product suite, we look forward to helping operators succeed in 6 GHz.”
George Hellmuth, Head of Sales for Tarana Wireless North America
As we continue to explore the technical and the transformative potential of the 6GHz spectrum, it is clear that solutions like Tarana’s G1 will play a pivotal role in delivering on the promise of the gigabit age of fixed wireless technology. Contact us today to learn more about our inventory of fixed wireless solutions from Tarana Wireless.