HOFFMAN
ESTATES, Ill., Aug. 1, 2024
/PRNewswire/ -- Cambium Networks (NASDAQ: CMBM), a leading
provider of wireless and wired networking solutions, and Cal.net, a
premier provider of TV, Phone, and High-Speed Broadband services
throughout the Central Valley and rural Northern California, today announced the
deployment of a 6 GHz fixed wireless access (FWA) network following
the recent approval by the United States Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) for outdoor use of 6 GHz spectrum. This deployment
marks a significant milestone in delivering reliable, high-speed
internet to underserved communities.
The 6 GHz spectrum, now approved for both Wi-Fi and FWA outdoor
use by the FCC and Canadian ISED, addresses the congestion in the 5
GHz spectrum by offering a substantial amount of clean spectrum—850
MHz in the US and 950 MHz in Canada. This new spectrum will be critical for
service providers and private network operators aiming to enhance
customer experiences and deliver faster speeds while minimizing
capital investment.
Morgan Kurk, CEO of Cambium
Networks, emphasized the importance of this deployment,
"The opening of 6 GHz spectrum for fixed wireless access is a
game-changer for the broadband industry and consumers. Our
ePMP 4600 platform, which supports the entire 6 GHz spectrum,
is designed to provide scalable, high-capacity solutions that are
both affordable and reliable. This technology will enable service
providers like Cal.net to deliver gigabit speeds over the air at a
low cost, making high-speed internet accessible to more
communities."
ePMP 4600, the latest in Cambium's ePMP platform, leverages over
a decade of proven, scalable technology. With support for up to 120
subscribers per sector, MU-MIMO and beamforming capabilities, and
capacities of up to 4 Gbps per sector, ePMP 4600 allows operators
to deliver services in both low-density rural and high-density
suburban areas with a low total cost of ownership.
ePMP 4600 platform differentiators:
- Scalability and interference mitigation based on its unique air
interface.
- Proven air-interface offering scalability and performance with
ePMP features such as TDD synchronization, SmartQoS, air fairness
and frame optimization. ePMP leverages 802.11ax chipsets for
economies of scale with significant enhancements tailored to fixed
wireless access.
- Noise isolation with orthogonal frequency-division multiple
access (OFDMA), multi-user multiple-input, multiple-output
(MU-MIMO) in both the uplink and downlink directions on the
short-term roadmap, and TDD synchronization.
ePMP 6 GHz Force 4625 Fixed Wireless Subscriber
Module
The Force 4600 Series of Subscriber Module (SMs) are
available in two form factors: Force 4600C connectorized and
Force 4625 with integrated antenna.
Jack Barker, CEO of
Cal.net, shared his enthusiasm for the collaboration, "At
Cal.net, we are dedicated to bridging the digital divide throughout
our California service territory.
The deployment of Cambium Networks' 6 GHz technology will enable us
to provide reliable, high-speed broadband to underserved regions
throughout the Central Valley and Sierra Foothills. This initiative
enhances connectivity for homes and businesses and supports
critical sectors, such as healthcare and agriculture."
Mr. Barker continued, "With a network footprint stretching from
Bakersfield to Redding, Cal.net is uniquely positioned to
rapidly and widely deploy the new 6 GHz technology. This deployment
aligns with Cal.net's mission to close the digital divide by
providing affordable, reliable internet access at future-proof
speeds aligned with modern consumption habits and promoting digital
literacy throughout the underserved communities in our service
territory."
The collaboration between Cambium Networks and Cal.net
represents a significant step forward in advancing wireless
communications. By leveraging the newly available 6 GHz spectrum,
both companies are committed to improving the lives of individuals
and businesses in underserved communities through innovative
technology solutions.
About Cambium Networks
Cambium Networks enables
service providers, enterprises, industrial organizations, and
governments to deliver exceptional digital experiences and device
connectivity with compelling economics. Our ONE Network platform
simplifies management of Cambium's wired and wireless broadband and
network edge technologies, allowing customers to focus more on
managing their business rather than the network. We make
connectivity that just works.
About Cal.net
Cal.net is a leading hybrid fiber and
wireless internet provider in rural California, providing reliable and affordable
high-speed broadband service to underserved communities. With a
commitment to customer satisfaction and innovation, the company is
dedicated to partnering with communities, understanding their
problems, and applying timely and affordable solutions.
For more information, please contact:
Media Contact:
pr@cambiumnetworks.com
Cal.net:
Amy
Davidson
Chief Marketing Officer
adavidson@corp.cal.net
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