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4 Evolution
4.1 StreetSite Concept

1 Introduction
1.1 Fractal Technology: The Technology of Nature 1.2 Siemens Fractus Strategic Alliance

3 Value Added Solutions

3.1 Masts 3.1.1 Folding Mast 3.1.2 Fixed Mast 3.2 Camouflage Covers

2 Products
2.1 Launching Portfolio 2.1.1 Low Size Dualband Antenna 2.1.2 Siemens SlimSite 2.2 Roadmap

1. Introduction

Nature is

source of

new horizons

1.1 Fractal Technology: The Technology of Nature

For millions of years nature has been refining the architecture of biological structures towards a more efficient distribution and use of energy. This evolution has derived into fractal forms in almost every critical structure, for example the human circulatory system, mountains, trees, vegetables or clouds. Fractals are the basis of The Technology of Nature. Fractal Theory describes how a geometrical form can be divided into infinite parts, each one a reduced copy of the original. The mathematical principles behind fractals have been used in the development of innovative solutions for image processing, the chemical industry, biotechnology and natural resource exploitation, among others. The continuous increase in demand for cellular services is pushing operators to enhance the coverage and capacity of their existing 2G networks, and the ongoing introduction of 3G Systems requires new base station installations. These factors will give rise to a need to deploy higher density networks to achieve the expected level of quality in new generation mobile services. Nowadays, governments and operators alike are sensitive to the Publics desire for environmentally-friendly installations. To achieve this aim, site installations should present minimum visual impact, with small antennas that support several mobile systems simultaneously in the same structure. Siemens proposes the Fractal Technology as the right choice for the development of radiating systems where multiple bands and/or reduced size play a differentiating role. The main benefits of the use of fractal technology in antenna design can be seen in the following product characteristics:
Fractal Technology Antenna Design Customer Benefit Aesthetic solution Limited Visual Impact. Reduction in weight and wind resistance.

Spatial Stuff Low-Size Antenna Highly Dissimilar forms

Self-Similarity Genetic Algorithms

Higher Integration Performance Radiating Pattern adjusted Reduced interference for base station applications (blind skyline zone). Increased Coverage (Nulfilling) Simple current distribution networks Low weight Improved MTB

Multiple-Band Antenna

Current Concentration

These benefits mean that Siemens value proposition for base station radiating systems is an optimized solution that gives maximum product performance while ensuring harmony with the installation environment. This New Generation of Base Station Antennas based on fractal technology was awarded in 1998 with the highest possible recognition in the Information Society Technology Industry: the European IST Grand Prize. This is organized by the European Council of Applied Sciences, Technologies and Engineering (Euro-CASE), with the sponsorship and support of the Information Society Technologies Programme of the European Commission.

1.2 Siemens Fractus Strategic Alliance

New Generation Antenna Business is based on the global alliance between Siemens and Fractus for the development and commercialization of reduced-size, multiple-band and high-performance base station antennas for the telecommunications infrastructure market. Our objective is to become worldwide market leaders in the supply of integral radiating solutions for limited environmental impact mobile radio infrastructures, with the implementation of the most advanced wireless technologies. Fractus role in this alliance is to design miniature and multiple-band antennas for wireless applications that are easy to integrate and, at the same time, provide high performance. To achieve this, Fractus uses the unique space-filling and multi-level properties of fractals as the backbone of its technology. Fractus has already proved that its antennas comply with the most advanced standards for mobile phones, BluetoothTM and WLAN devices, base stations and military applications. Siemens has created an International Centre of Competence (CoC) based in Spain. This CoC, is responsible for the Global Management of the New Generation Antenna Project. The Siemens R&D team coordinates the whole development process, leads the design of value-added solutions and assures product quality and manufacturability. Radiating Systems are produced at the Siemens Mobile factory premises in Zaragoza. International business development is supported by the Siemens Mobile sales network.

Product Specification, Design, R&D

Technology Know How

Engineering Marketing Sales

Market

Manufacturing. Value Added Solutions and Sales.

2. Products

Evolution

reflection

2.1 Launching Portfolio

Two product lines to satisfy mobile operator needs

Low Size Antennas
Low Size Dualband
(UMTS - GSM 1800)

SlimSite
SlimSite Dualband
(UMTS - GSM 1800)

Optimum for site reuse The best performance with the lowest size

Low visual impact solution for new sites The highest integration for the minimum surface

2.1.1 Low Size Dualband Antenna

2.1.1.1. Technical specifications
DCS//UMTS Frequency Range Polarization Gain Electrical Down-tilt SF-DDU-18-65-V08-R SF-DDU-18-65-F

Environmental tests
Vibration Salt Mist Maximum temperature Minimum temperature Temperature Changes Rain Humidity Shock test

Standard
IEC 68-2-6 IEC 68-2-52 IEC-68-2-2 IEC 68-2-1 IEC 68-2-14 IEC 529, IP 24 IEC 68-2-30 IEC 68-2-29 68-2-64

1710-1880&1920-2170MHz 1710-1880&1920-2170MHz Xpol, +/- 45 17,5dBi//17,5dBi 0-8//0-8 (band independent) Xpol, +/- 45 17,5dBi//17,5dBi 0,2,4,6,8//0,2,4,6,8 (band independent) 6,5//6 68//65 25dB//25dB >25dB//>25dB >18 dB @ 0 tilt >16 dB @ 8 tilt 16dB//16dB >30 dB 50 <1,4:1//<1,4:1 150dBc//150dBc 300W Bottom (4*7/16) 12Kg N.A

Vertical Beam Width 6,5//6 (-3dB) Horizontal Beam Width68//65 (-3dB) Cross Polar Discrimination 25dB//25dB F/B Ratio 1st Upper Side Secondary Lobe Nulfill Interport Isolation Impedance VSWR Intermodulation Products (2*20W) Max. Power per input 300W Connectors position Bottom (4*7/16) Weight Prepared for RET 12Kg OK >25dB//>25dB >18 dB @ 0 tilt >16 dB @ 8 tilt 16dB//16dB >30 dB 50 <1,4:1//<1,4:1 150dBc//150dBc

Type Approval Certifications

Radio electric Specifications Environmental Specifications

Certified Laboratory
Universidad Politcnica de Madrid (UPM) CETECOM

2.1.1.2. Unique selling proposition of Siemens Dual Band Antennas

Fractal technology allows independence between bands without any modification of array dimensions, thus preserving minimum visual impact. In the market for Dual Band Antennas with 4 connectors (independence of bands for Planning flexibility), Siemens Dual Band Antennas have the smallest surface area. These mechanical features are very important from the installation point of view. The low surface implies a low wind load leading to a reduction in the mechanical overweight in the masts. As antennas do not completely behave as linear transducers with respect to the input power, the internal networks may produce some harmful distortion, interfering the other band in the array. Siemens Dual Band Antennas incorporate an electrical down-tilt which is independent in each band. This configuration achieves the maximum uniformity of coverage in both polarizations, thus reducing the possibility of harmful distortions (intermodulation products). Merit Factor F The F factor takes into account the most relevant parameters that impact on BTS antenna design: vertical beamwidth (footprint, coverage), secondary lobes in the blind zone (interference) and surface (visual impact and wind load).

F=

SL[dB] Length[m]Width[m]VB[]

The graph below shows the Siemens Dual Band Antennas Merit Factor results compared with the equivalent products of the main competitors.
F (DCS) F (UMTS) 10,0

8,0

6,0

4,0

2,0

0,0 Siemens Product 1 Product 2 Product 3 Product 4

Notice that other manufacturers reach similar values, but two units below.

2.1.2. Siemens SlimSite

2.1.2.1. Technical specifications

DCS//UMTS
Frequency Range Polarization Gain Electrical Down-tilt Vertical Beam Width (-3dB) Horizontal Beam Width (-3dB) Cross Polar Discrimination F/B Ratio 1st Upper Side Secondary Lobe Nulfill Interport Isolation Impedance VSWR Intermodulation Products (2*20W) Max. Power per input Connectors position Weight Prepared for RET Azimuth Antenna heights Cover to bottom

SF-Slim-DDU-V08-R
1710-1880&1920-2170MHz Xpol, +/- 45 16,5dBi//17dBi 2-10//2-10 (band and sector independent) 7//6 68//65 25dB//25dB >25dB//>25dB >18 dB @ 2 tilt >16 dB @ 10 tilt 16dB//16dB >30 dB 50 <1,4:1//<1,4:1 150dBc//150dBc 200W Bottom (12*7/16) 50 Kg OK +/- 10 per sector Modular from 2,2 to 8m Yes

Environmental tests
Vibration Salt Mist Maximum temperature Minimum temperature Temperature Changes Rain Humidity Shock test

Standard
IEC 68-2-6 IEC 68-2-52 IEC-68-2-2 IEC 68-2-1 IEC 68-2-14 IEC 529, IP 24 IEC 68-2-30 IEC 68-2-29 68-2-64

Structure Certifications
Finite element analysis Concentrated load - deflection test Destructive loading test Experimental determination of the vibration modes of the structure

Type Approval Certifications

Radio electric Specifications Environmental Specifications Mast Structure

Certified Laboratory
Universidad Politcnica de Madrid (UPM) CETECOM Instituto Tecnolgico de Aragn (ITA) Universidad de Zaragoza (Unizar)

2.1.2.2. Unique Selling Proposition of Siemens SlimSite

With its additional advantages to stand-alone antenna products, Siemens SlimSite is the right solution for new site acquisition or existing site revamp, providing radiating system, mast and aesthetic solutions in just one standard product. It is a best-in-class product in terms of both performance and reduced visual impact. The integration capabilities of fractal technology offer three dual band cross polar sectors with variable tilt in a cylinder of just 25 cm in diameter. The radiating system is provided integrated within a modular mast, offering different antenna heights (2.2 m to 8 m) to cover a wide range of network planning requirements in urban environments. The whole structure is designed to be installed without guide wires to ensure minimum visual impact.

The great technological challenge of Siemens SlimSite situates our offer way ahead of the current state of the art of our competitors. Check bellow for the diameter reduction of Siemens SlimSite in comparison to the reference competitor (both products include mast with variable height, azimuth adjustments +/- 10, VET prepared for RET and covers to hide feeders and tower amplifiers).

25 cm

60 cm

The Monoradome System provides better aesthetics while ensuring maximum flexibility for network optimization with the mechanical azimuth adjustment feature.

Siemens

Reference Market Product

2.2 Roadmap

First Release 2004

Low Size Dual band UMTS/DCS 1800 with VET prepared for RET SlimSite Dual band UMTS/DCS 1800 with VET prepared for RET

Second Release* 2005

Low Size Triple band Antennas GSM900-DCS1800-UMTS Low Size Triple band SlimSite GSM900-DCS1800-UMTS Node B and antenna Integration (StreetSite Concept)

Third Release* 2006

UMTS/WIFI Network Integration (4G Antenna)

Aesthetic & Camouflage Solutions Fractal Technology Genetic Algorithms

Further Aesthetic & Camouflage Solutions Service Integration

Capacity solutions Integrated solutions

Option: fixed tilt 0, 2, 4, 6, 8 Specific Antenna Developments (Customer request)

RET Option for already developed antennas Addressing Additional Markets: - GSM R/GSM900 - Specific Antenna Developments (Customer request)

Specific Antenna Developments (Customer request)

I n n o v a t i o n
Basic Line Technology & Solutions

P a t h
Opportunities & Options

VET: Variable Electrical Tilt RET: Remote Electrical Tilt *Feature Candidates

3. Value Added Solutions

Integration

into environment

3.1. Masts
Siemens offers two innovative mast solutions for SlimSite installation, designed with the following common characteristics. Reduced Visual impact in line with Radiating Systems: Diameter 25 cm. Covers for feeders, tower amplifiers, RET motors and common tower elements. Installation without guide wires. Prepared for optional camouflage covers. Maximum flexibility: Modular Height Options available. Optional accessibility modules according to site installation needs. Our masts are designed according to the highest quality standards. The wind loading and structural behaviour have been modelled utilizing finite element analysis systems to assure compliance to DIN4131 and Eurocode 3. The type approval of the masts against these standards is certified by the Instituto Tecnolgico de Aragn (ITA). CAPEX and OPEX savings: Innovative solutions for installation and maintenance. Accessibility to the whole set of site elements.

3.1.1. Folding Mast

General Description: Folding solution for optimum installation and maintenance. Reduced Visual Impact: Strong weight-bearing inner structure: D = 15 cm. Feeder installation fixed to the weight-bearing structure. External covers: D = 25 cm. Modularity: Rising modules (L=2m) for different mast heights (optional). Base Module. TMA Module (optional). Module for Radiating System accessibility. Azimuth adjustments from the base of the structure. Security System: Not necessary. Siemens Folding SlimSite Unique Selling Proposition: Installation invisible from street level: The SlimSite installation is carried out at the roof level and it is hoisted after the camouflage cover installation. Security: Folding SlimSite avoids dangerous and costly aerial work. OPEX Savings: No aerial work means reduced maintenance costs. CAPEX savings: Folding SlimSite avoids security steps, security systems and antenna support. Optimum Maintenance Processes: Carried out with the mast folded down.

3.1.2. Fixed Mast

General Description: Fixed solution for small terrace roofs. Reduced Visual Impact: External weight-bearing structure: D = 25 cm. Feeder installation inside the structure. Modularity: Different height modules (2, 3 and 5 m) (optional). Base Module. TMA Module (optional). Module for Radiating System accessibility. Azimuth adjustments from the base of Radiating System. Security System: Life Cable and detachable steps. Siemens Fixed SlimSite Unique Selling Proposition: Optimum designs for Reduced Visual Impact Radiating Systems on small terrace roofs. Security: Safety protections for installation and maintenance designed into the product from the start. Detachable Security system: Access to the mast only possible for authorized staff. Minimum visual impact. CAPEX and OPEX savings: Reduced number of modules.

3.2. Camouflage Covers

Siemens SlimSite offers an innovative approach in camouflage solutions: Optional mimetic covers can be used to simulate ventilation tubes or chimneys. These covers are part of the standard product options. The camouflage covers are integrated into the mast surface to take advantage of the minimum Radiating System diameter. This avoids additional wind load area and hence maintains the deflection limit without extra costs in the structure. The SlimSite camouflage covers are easy to install following the standard SlimSite installation procedures, avoiding the extra cost and installation time for special camouflage supports. Siemens SlimSite camouflage covers are designed for optimum integration in the urban landscape. They can be painted so that their colour blends in with its surroundings.

4. Evolution

The way to efficiency

4.1. StreetSite Concept

R

Top concerns of mobile operator. How to acquire new sites? How to reduce OPEX? How to reduce CAPEX? These problems can be solved by deploying Siemens StreetSite. Siemens StreetSite is an innovative integration concept of Node B radiating modules and low-size fractal antennas into the urban landscape for Radio Cell deployments. It is the best solution for flexible and cost-efficient site deployment and provides the following advantages to operators: - It brings the Radio Power to where it is used. Reduces power consumption up to 20%, thanks to reduced feeder losses. Reduces acoustic noise due to convectional cooling of Radio Modules (easier acquisition of sites). - Remote Radio Modules can be very flexibly grouped together. No rack limitations (for 1-6 sector configuration). Several radio sites can be formed and served by one Node B Server. Portable System to reduce installation costs. Flexible combinations of Macro, Micro an Pico Cells.

- Future proof technology with standard CPRI interface. - Fully compatible with the classic architecture (mix with classical One-rack solution possible). - Integrated camouflage solution with low-size fractal antennas. Radio Access Network Architecture:

Subject to changes in technology, design and availability

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