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Atoll – Detailed OverviewVersion 3.2.0
Summary
Introduction
Atoll Core features
Single-RAT and multi-RAT heterogeneous network (HetNets) planning and optimisation features
Technology-related highlights
Automatic neighbour, frequency, and other parameter planning features
Integrated multi-technology automatic cell planning features
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Introduction
Introduction
Multi-technology radio network planning and optimisation software
Windows-based native 64-bit application
More than 5500 active licenses installed with 300+ customers in 100 countries
Supports all major wireless technologies
GSM/GPRS/EDGE
UMTS/HSPA
LTE/LTE-Advanced
CDMA2000 1xRTT/EV-DO
WiMAX
Wi-Fi
TD-SCDMA
Microwave links
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Highlights
Native 64-bit application
64-bit platform and technology modules
64-bit propagation models, ACP, and AFP
High performance GIS
Single-RAN multi-RAT heterogeneous network modelling
Flexible multi-technology network database model
Combined GSM/UMTS/LTE and CDMA2000/LTE Monte Carlo simulators
Traffic spreading across all 3GPP and 3GPP2 technologies
Advanced HetNets and small cell modelling
Traffic offloading to Wi-Fi hotspots
In-built automation and customisation capabilities
Configurable and flexible task automation with scripts and macros
Powerful software development kit (SDK) allowing development of custom modules and add-ons
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Hardware and Software Environment
Hardware
Single- or multi-core standard Windows-based workstations and servers
Virtualisation machines using VMWare ESXi 4.x or 5.1
Supported operating systems
Atoll 64-bit:
• Microsoft Windows 7 (64-bit)
• Microsoft Windows Server 2008 SP1 (64-bit) and 2008 R2
Atoll 32-bit:
• Microsoft Windows XP (32-bit and 64-bit), Vista (32-bit and 64-bit), and 7 (32-bit and 64-bit),
• Microsoft Windows Server 2003, 2008 (32-bit and 64-bit), and 2008 R2
Supported database management systems
Oracle 9i, 10g, and 11g
Microsoft SQL Server 2005 and 2008
Microsoft Access
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Deployment Scalability
Scalable installation configurations
Standalone installation
Multi-user, workstation-based installation
Multi-user, server-based installation (Citrix XenApp)
Hybrid environment including laptops, workstations, and servers
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Modular Configuration
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Atoll Core Features
Atoll Core
Atoll Core is the platform which interconnects all Atoll technology modules and extensions
All Atoll technology modules and extensions are based on Atoll Core and use its features
Atoll Core features
User interface
Geographic information system
Calculation and memory management
Data and user management
Licence management
Data exchange services
Task automation and development services
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User Interface
Powerful and intuitive user interface designed for radio network planning and optimisation
Combines high performance GIS and object-oriented functions
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Geographic Information System
High performance built-in GIS optimised for radio network planning and optimisation
Real-time zooming, locating, and panning experience using a unique dynamic sampling mechanism
Multi-resolution and multi-layer data
Supports large country-wide geo data
Supports all types of geo data
DTM (up to 1m resolution)
Clutter classes (up to 255 classes)
Clutter heights
Traffic maps
Raster images
2D and 3D vector data
Population maps
Online maps
Text data
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Geographic Information System (2)
Supports multiple standard and proprietary formats and sources
BIL, TIFF, BMP, JPEG, JPEG 2000, ECW, PNG
Vertical Mapper GRD and GRC
MapInfo MIF and TAB
ArcView grid TXT and ASC
ArcView SHP and PRJ
Google Earth KML and KMZ
Erdas IMG
AutoCAD DXF
Planet
Raw binary data
Integration with MapInfo and ArcView
Integrated vector and raster cartography editors
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Calculation and Memory Management
Includes efficient memory management algorithms
Incremental memory allocation and release during calculations
Dynamic subdivision of large calculation regions into smaller chunks
Atoll 64-bit is capable of accessing and efficiently utilising more than 4 GB of memory
2000 GB under Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2 Datacenter and Enterprise versions
Provides extensive computation capabilities in demanding tasks
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Propagation Models
Integrated propagation model library
CrossWave model (universal model developed by Orange Labs)
Standard propagation model (SPM)
Okumura-Hata and Cost-Hata models
Sakagami extended model
ITU models: 370-7, 526-5, 529, 1546-2
WLL, Erceg-Greenstein (SUI), and Longley-Rice models
Open interface to external propagation models
Dedicated SDK API for propagation models
Integration of 3rd party propagation models
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Propagation Models (2)
CrossWave propagation model
Supports all mobile radio access technologies
Supports all cell types
Suits all types of propagation environments
Frequency range: 200 MHz to 5 GHz
Advantages
Universal model suits all situations
High prediction accuracy, even without prior tuning
High performance
Robust
Easy to set up and use
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Propagation Models (3)
Standard propagation model
Semi-deterministic model
Supports all mobile radio access technologies
Can be automatically tuned for different frequencies and environments
Uses clutter and 3D building data
Can achieve up to 7 dB standard deviation
Model tuning
Using CW and drive test measurements
Automatic, manual, or assisted tuning
Path loss results tuning
Measurement-based path loss matrix fine tuning
Improved accuracy by incorporating measurements into predictions
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Propagation Models (4)
High performance propagation calculation engine
Optimised multi-resolution path loss calculations
Dynamic data extraction with support for multi-resolution geographic data
Joint calculation of path losses for co-site co-located transmitters
Incremental prediction updates
Multi-resolution predictions
Distributed computing and multi-threading
Calculations on multi-core workstations and servers
Background, automated, and batch-mode calculations
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Data Management
Quick access to network data, geo data, and calculation results
Explorer windows
Fully customisable data tables and map display
Data import and export
Direct import of ASCII TXT or CSV files
Full database import/export using XML files
Calculation results (Monte Carlo simulations,coverage prediction reports, etc.) export to text,CSV, MS Excel, and XML Spread Sheet files
Site, transmitter, microwave link data, coverageprediction export to Google Earth
Easy data filtering, sorting, grouping
Using standard and user-definable flags
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Database and Multi-user Management
Advanced database architecture
High performance internal database
Multi-user support using standard RDBMS
On-demand data synchronisation with conflict management
Data modification tracking
Support for regionalisation and multi-level databases
Customisable multi-technology database model
User management
User accounts and profiles
Access privileges for database tables, columns, and records,as well as various components of the user interface
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Calculation Reports and Statistics
Comprehensive reporting
Statistics for coverage predictions including surface, traffic, and clutter information
Population-based reports and statistics
Custom reports using Atoll’s macro/scripting capabilities
Custom microwave link reports using keywords and report templates
Printing and publishing
User-definable page layout
Support for overlays and transparency
Printing up to A0
Plot export to MapInfo and ArcView
Plot export to web-friendly formats
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Automation, Integration, and Development Tools
Open platform providing automation and data exchange services
Published and open data structure
Standard XML-based data exchange
Scripting capabilities for automatingcalculations and import/export
Advanced import/export capabilities
Network data
Geo data
Coverage plots
Simulation results, etc.
Development tools
C++ resources for developers
Integration of external custom and 3rd party modules to Atoll
Dedicated training and support services for developers
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Single-RAT and Multi-RAT Heterogeneous Network (HetNets) Planning and Optimisation Features
Multi-technology Network Planning and Optimisation Features
Network model
Network elements
Configuration parameters
Equipment
Traffic model
Simulation and analysis
Monte Carlo simulations
Coverage predictions
Automatic planning
Automatic neighbour planning
Automatic frequency and parameter planning
Automatic cell planning
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Network Model
Sites
BTS/node-B/eNode-B locations and parameters
Transmitters
Sectors, installed antennas and radios
Cells/subcells
Carriers used by radios installed on sectors
Repeaters
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Network Configuration Parameters
Frequency bands and carriers
3GPP (GSM/UMTS/TD-SCDMA/LTE) bands and channels
3GPP2 (CDMA2000/EV-DO/LTE) bands and carriers
IEEE (WiMAX/Wi-Fi) bands and channels
Radio bearers, codecs, and coding schemes
GSM codecs, GPRS/EDGE/EDGE Evolution coding schemes
UMTS/TD-SCDMA: R99, HSDPA, HSUPA bearers
EV-DO Rev. 0, Rev. A, Rev. B, bearers
LTE, WiMAX, and Wi-Fi modulation and coding schemes
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Network Configuration Parameters (2)
Heterogeneous network (HetNets) deployment layers
Layer priority, selection range, etc.
Radio resource schedulers
Proportional fair, round robin, max C/I, etc.
Multi-user diversity
Radio configurations
Frame definition
Carrier/carrier type definition
Timeslot and TRX definition
Quality indicators
BER, FER, BLER, etc.
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Network Equipment
Antennas
Single-beam, multi-beam, smart antennas (depending on the technology)
Feeders and tower mounted amplifiers
Reception equipment
Codecs, modulation and coding scheme thresholds, quality indicator graphs, MIMO gains, etc.
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Traffic Model (Services and Users)
Multi-technology, multi-service, multi-layer traffic data maps
Multiple sources: live network data, population statistics, etc.
Multiple vector and raster formats
Indoor/outdoor, circuit/packet, voice/data traffic mix
Clutter weighting
Traffic parameters
Multi-technology services
Multi-technology, multi-band, multi-mode terminals
User speeds
User profiles
Input to Monte Carlo simulations
Network quality and capacity analyses
Network analyses for different traffic forecasts
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Fixed subscribers
Live traffic
Vector traffic
Raster traffic
Network Capacity Analysis Using Monte Carlo Simulations
Network capacity analyses based on realistic traffic distributions
Simulation of network resource management algorithms (according to technology)
Power control
Rate control
Load balancing
Interference control
Single-RAT and multi-RAT simulations
E.g. GSM/EDGE/UMTS/HSPA/LTE/LTE-A/Wi-Fi
Detailed network capacity analysis results
Global statistics
Site-level, cell-level, and user-level results
Cell loads available for predictions
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Monte Carlo Simulation Results and Reports
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Numerous single-RAT and multi-RAT coverage predictions
Signal level, signal quality, throughputs, quality indicators and KPIs, etc.
Based on cell loads from Monte Carlo simulations or live network data
Multi-layer geographic objects displayed on the map
Coverage prediction reports
User-definable detail levels
Coverage prediction export
Google Earth and industry standard formats
Coverage prediction comparison
Coverage Predictions
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Point analysis
Predictions on the cursor position (a given point on the map)
Subscriber/multi-point analysis
Predictions on subscriber locations or multiple points
Prediction-Measurement comparison
Predictions on imported measurement points
Multi-storey predictions
Predictions on different building floors
Specific Predictions for Various Analyses
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Multi-RAT Co-planning Features
Advanced multi-technology network planning and optimisation
Site sharing
Antenna sharing
Simultaneous display and analysis of all technologies
Inter-RAT handover-based neighbour planning
Inter-RAT interference analysis
Integrated network planning and optimisation
For GSM/UMTS/LTE and CDMA2000/LTE radio access technologies
Multi-technology network database
Unified traffic model with multi-technology services and users
Combined GSM/UMTS/LTE and CDMA2000/LTE Monte Carlo simulators
Mobile traffic offloading to Wi-Fi and LTE small cells (HetNets)
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Measurements and Drive Test Data Features
CW measurements
Import, display, and analysis of CW measurements
Prediction – measurement comparison
Statistical analysis
Drive test data
Import, display, and analysis of drive test data
Graphical replay on the map
User-definable graphs
Call events display and analysis
Automatic and assisted propagation model calibration
Path loss tuning
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Technology-related Highlights
GSM/GPRS/EDGE Features
Network modelling
Multi-band, multi-layer (HCS) GSM networks
Frequency hopping
Voice services with FR, HR, AMR codecs
Data services with GPRS, EDGE, and EDGE Evolution
Simulation and analysis
Monte Carlo simulations and coverage plots (service, quality, etc.)
Traffic analysis and network dimensioning for voice/data service mix
Planning and optimisation
Automatic neighbour planning
Automatic and interactive frequency planning (including BSIC, HSN, MAL, MAIO)
Automatic cell planning
Integrated GSM/UMTS/LTE planning and optimisation
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UMTS/HSPA Features
Network modelling
Multi-band, multi-carrier UMTS networks
Support for DB-MC-HSPA
HSPA+ modelling with higher order modulations and MIMO
MBMS and VoIP modelling
UMTS RRM with inter-carrier power sharing
Simulation and analysis
Monte Carlo simulations and coverage plots (service, quality, etc.)
Planning and optimisation
Automatic neighbour planning
Automatic scrambling code planning
Automatic cell planning
Integrated GSM/UMTS/LTE planning and optimisation
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LTE/LTE-Advanced Features
Network modelling
Multi-band, multi-carrier FDD and TDD LTE networks
All EUTRA frequency bands and carrier configurations
Multi-layer heterogeneous network (HetNet) deployment
Antenna diversity, MIMO, and beamforming smart antennas
Inter-cell interference coordination (FFR, SFR, etc.)
Simulation and analysis
Monte Carlo simulations and coverage plots (service, quality, etc.)
Planning and optimisation
Automatic neighbour planning
Automatic frequency and physical cell ID planning
Automatic cell planning
Integrated GSM/UMTS/LTE and CDMA2000/LTE planning and optimisation
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Automatic Neighbour, Frequency, and Other Parameter Planning Features
Automatic Neighbour Planning
Intra-technology neighbour planning
Intra-frequency/intra-carrier neighbours
Inter-frequency/inter-carrier neighbours
Inter-technology neighbour planning
GSM UMTS, GSM LTE, UMTS LTE,CDMA2000 LTE, etc.
User-definable planning criteria
Coverage overlap, distance, colocation, etc.
Handover start/end, T_Add/T_Drop hysteresis thresholds
Input to network optimisation processes
Automatic frequency planning
Automatic BSIC, scrambling code, PN offset, physical cell ID, and preamble index planning
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Automatic Frequency and Parameter Planning (GSM)
Automatic and interactive planning
Advanced allocation algorithm with multiple criteria
User-definable cost function including interference,intra- and inter-technology neighboursand other constraints
Intelligent combination of multiple interference matricesfrom different sources: predictions, measurements,live network statistics
Frequency and hopping parameter (HSN, MAL, MAIO) planning
BSIC planning
Optimisation of network dimensioning (TRX allocation)
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Automatic Frequency and Parameter Planning (LTE)
Multi-band multi-carrier automatic planning
Interference and collision-based allocation algorithm
User-definable cost function including interference, intra- and inter-technology neighbours, and other constraints
Multiple, editable interference matrices from differentsources: predictions, measurements, and live network statistics
Frequency and fractional frequency planning (FFR)
Physical cell ID planning considering
Physical cell ID collision and confusion
PSS ID collision
eNode-B-based SSS ID allocation
Uplink demodulation reference signal sequence collision
Cell-specific reference signal collisions
Collisions of PCFICH resource element groups
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Integrated Multi-technology Automatic Cell Planning Features
Automatic Cell Planning Features
Integrated multi-technology automatic cell planning (ACP) tool
Available for GSM, UMTS, CDMA2000, LTE, WiMAX, and Wi-Fi
Combined GSM/UMTS/LTE and CDMA2000/LTE optimisation
User-definable multi-technology optimisation targets
Coverage and quality
Capacity
Automatic optimisation of network parameters
Antenna patterns and parameters (height, azimuth, tilts)
Cell powers
Site placement and selection
Automatic site placement for greenfield networks
Candidate site selection for densification scenarios
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Automatic Cell Planning Features (2)
Flexible and user-definable optimisation directives
Multi-technology objectives
Surface and traffic-based optimisation
Clutter weighting
In-building multi-storey optimisation
Use of live network data
For calibrating propagation models
For tuning path loss matrices
Detailed optimisation results
Step-wise implementation plans
Comparative analysis of multiple “what if?” scenarios
Electromagnetic field (EMF) exposure analysis
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Automatic Cell Planning Features (3)
Simultaneous optimisation of multiple technologies
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