Now network operators can predict performance and plan their network deployments with ePMP 1000 in both PMP and PTP configurations. The PTP planning mode includes support for the new ePMP Force 110 PTP which is a high-gain integrated solution especially configured for PTP applications. Select the ePMP Force 110 PTP from the antenna selection drop down menu to plan these networks and auto-generate the necessary bill of materials.
For PMP networks, also be sure to look at the new Mean Predicted Throughput reports that show network designers how many subscriber modules are expected to be in each modulation mode for an indication of overall sector loading.
LINKPlanner continues to grow more powerful and flexible now supporting network design for PMP (PMP 450 and ePMP) and PTP (PTP 450/500/600/650/800/810/820 and ePMP) topologies.
Changes in version 4.2.1 (see user guide and release notes for details)
New or changed features
Added support for ePMP 1000 in PTP mode (including ePMP Force 110 PTP)
Added high level Mean Predicted Throughput for ePMP 1000 AP
Updated PTP 820 Part Descriptions
Updated Optional Extras BOM generation for PTP 450 and PTP 820
Removed EIRP limit from PTP 450 Canada, FCC and Other-FCC at 5.8 GHz
For existing projects please check that the correct country option is selected.
Defect Corrections
Fixed issue when creating SM custom antenna
Fixed PTP 800 and PTP 810 Installation Report issues
Prevent site coordinates from being changed on sites that have PMP links
Ensure that you have set up your options to get Path Profiles, Select Options and configure your Personal Information and then select Path Profile. Registration is required to get profiles, click Register with the path profile service to go to the Cambium Support webpage. Sign in or register to get to the LINKPlanner Access Token page. Use the same email address entered in Personal Information and click Generate New Token. The Access Token is shown at the top of the page. An email containing an access token will also be sent to the email address given. Copy the access token and paste into the Access token box on the Path Profile
Create a network site for each end of the link
Create the link and the path profile will be automatically requested
Once the path profile has been received by LINKPlanner, verify the profile, adding obstructions as necessary.
Configure the equipment, selecting the required frequency band and selecting ePMP1000 as the product type
Configure the information at each end of the link, setting the antenna type and antenna height.
Review the performance achieved and adjust the equipment parameters as necessary.
The Bill of Materials is shown at the bottom of the link page
The LINKPlanner User Guide contains further details on all of these steps as well as additional information. There are also several tutorials in the User Guide, which have step by step illustrated guides, for an ePMP 1000 PTP link, follow the PTP Unlicensed Band Quick Tutorial. When creating an actual link, select the ePMP 1000 in the product options instead of the PTP 650 shown in the tutorial. The Tutorials can be accessed from the main page when first opening LINKPlanner.