RE: MI dbPlanner vs. MCI Planet

[Bruce Blais]

Christo;

Radio wave propagation prediction tools are very complex applications and
comparisons must consider your intended use and other circumstances. I use
several tools, including PlaNET and deciBel Planner. Give me some idea of
how you plan to use them and I will give you my opinion on which best fits
your application. You can also contact the vendors, have them give you their
comparisons and then filter the results accordingly.


Best regards,

Bruce B. Blais
Principal Consultant
PCN Professionals, Inc.
Wireless Telecom Specialists
Richardson (Dallas), Texas USA
Tel: +1 972-699-7800
www.pcn-pros.com

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Subject:MI dbPlanner vs. MCI Planet

Does anybody use dbPlanner?
Any commnts about dbPlanner vs. MCI Planet
Christo


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RE: MI dBPlanner

[Swayze . Natalie]

I'm really not sure how exactly I would be using the software...I work for
Spectrum Management with Industry Canada. Spectrum is in charge of issuing
radio and microwave licenses to various users across the country. I am sort
of the "mapping technician" of sorts so I don't have the kind of engineering
background etc. to fully understand the scope of work involved( I couldn't
tell you even what "RF propagation means").
I do know that in terms of visual applications, there is interest in viewing
density of frequency use and allocation, locating users, identifying
topographical barriers( via profiles etc.), as well as coverage mapping( in
terms of available spectrum, and use).
I hope this helps a little...if you have the time you can also visit our
company web site at:
http://strategis.ic.gc.ca/sc_mrksv/spectrum/engdoc/spect1.html

Natalie
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From: Sprenz, Martin
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Subject: RE: MI dBPlanner
Date: Tuesday, March 21, 2000 8:40AM

Hello Natalie,
I have used this product as well as many others of its kind.  The best one
to choose depends on what you are trying to achieve.  Are you just cell
planning sites for cellular?  Are you planning microwave hops?  Will you be
integrating field test data with to "true up" the prediction model?  There
are a lot of advantages and disadvantages to different RF prediction tools.
The question should be "What do I want from a prediction tool both in the
short term and long term"  then make a decision based on that answer.  What
do you want to do?  I might be able to help.  No I'm not a salesman I'm an
RF engineer for BellSouth Mobility DCS.

Talk to you later, Marty Sprenz
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