This document discusses bringing private LTE networks to electric utilities and co-ops using CBRS spectrum. It introduces BLiNQ Networks and PCS Technologies, who provide broadband internet hardware and wireless networking solutions. They explain that private LTE addresses utilities' needs for reliable, secure communications and supports new connectivity applications. Their solution utilizes CBRS spectrum and BLiNQ's integrated LTE base stations to easily deploy private LTE networks. A case study highlights how Velocity Internet used this approach to rapidly provide high-speed internet in rural Greenwood County, Kansas.

1. Bringing Private
LTE to Electric Utilities
and Co-ops
Dan Stuart
Senior Systems Engineer
Edgar Espinoza
Director of Network Engineering
Taking advantage of the CBRS spectrum

2. Introduction: BLiNQ and PCS Technologies
Why are we here? Defining the Problem
Private LTE with CBRS. Our Solution.
Case Study: Velocity Internet
Key Takeaways
Q&A
A G E N D A

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BLiNQ Networks is a manufacturer of broadband
internet hardware and is pivotal in facilitating
internet connectivity in hard-to-reach areas
across the United States and around the world.
BLiNQ’s products are uniquely positioned to
address some of the main challenges in the
deployment of rural broadband internet such as
line-of-sight issues and avoiding the costly and
lengthy process of building additional
infrastructure, requiring only access to towers to
mount the fixed wireless access equipment.
CBRS-ready hardware
Superior NLOS performance
‘Internet in a box’ all-integrated
solutions
Best cost per gigabit in the
industry (FW-300i)
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Introduction: Who We Are

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Introduction: Who We Are
Based in the Midwest since 1994,
we provide Wireless Networking and
Communications solutions to clients throughout the
United States. PCS Technologies combines a high
level of expertise in wireless communications with
extensive experience in designing and integration.
Utilizing advanced RF planning tools, microwave and
the latest broadband technologies, we build wireless
networks that are — efficient, dependable, scalable
and successful!
VALUE PROPOSITION
 Broadband Wireless Turn-key Solutions
Provider and Systems Integrator
 Core business has been serving
the WISP, Utility and Independent
Telco Community
 Mobile Broadband projects for Federal,
State and Local Government
 We design, implement, and support
all of the solutions that we sell
 We are “factory-authorized” on all of
our product lines
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5. D E F I N I N G T H E P R O B L E M
Why are we here ?

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Why are we here?
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Historically, utilities have preferred to
own their own communications
networks as it allows them more control
over network reliability, security and
coverage. Long-Term Evolution (LTE)
technology, once thought of only for
public wireless carriers, is now available
to utilities in a “private” form.
Private LTE is a game changer
because it addresses traditional reliability
and security concerns, but also provides
flexible and extensible capabilities that
can help a utility drive productivity and
improved grid operations.
As utilities implement more IoT sensors,
smart grid, and develop new connectivity
services to customers, the case for
building and operating a private, secure
LTE network becomes more attractive.

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The Problem
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Solving critical infrastructure
connectivity needs with private
broadband which provides enhanced:
The need for utilities to upgrade
critical communications infrastructure
is clear. Recent incidents of
cyberattacks, vandalism and severe
weather have brought the issue to the
forefront. Utilities are looking at private
fixed LTE to increase security, improve
growth potential and gain control.
Functionality
Reliability
Security
Scalability
Spectrum availability

8. Private LTE with CBRS
O U R S O L U T I O N

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Access to Spectrum: Your starting point
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10. 3550 MHz 3650 MHz 3700 MHz
Incumbent Uses, Priority Access
Licenses and General Authorized Access
A B C D E F G
PAL
Incumbent Uses,
WISPs and General
Authorized Access
FEDERAL
FSS
GAA
GAA GAA GAA
Spectrum Band Structure
80MHZ DEDICATED TO GAA, 70MHZ PAL
3.5 GHz (CBRS)
150MHZ OF SHARED SPECTRUM TO SPUR INNOVATION
150 MHz Spectrum Overlaps Global Bands 42 & 43
B48 – CBRS TDD
Federal Incumbents
Priority Access Licensees
General Authorized Access (licensed by rule / unlicensed)
User Priority
SAS
Light-licensing models for 3.5 GHz band open new ways to deploy and operate networks
cbrsalliance.org
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 Dynamic Protection Areas
 Naval radars that use the
band infrequently
 Fixed Satellite Service
E S C C O V E R A G E
Band 42 (TDD) Band 43 (TDD)
US 3.5 GHz CBRS
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11. Private LTE with CBRS
Customer Internet Connectivity
SAS
INTERNET
NetLiNQ
(PointLiNQ , EMS, EPC Control Plane)
Data Center
CBRS, Management,
Optional LTE Control
FW-300i for FWA
 Excellent architecture for WISP’s and
Private Networks
 All in one macro base station
 Fully FCC, 3GPP, OnGo compliant
 Interoperable with 3rd party products
and all of the Spectrum Allocation Services
Capacity
Coverage
Spectrum
Availability
Reliability
Security
Future Proof
Interoperability
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MULTI CARRIER HIGH POWER CAT B
IN A SMALL CELL FORM FACTOR
FW-300i
 System dimensions 55 x 45 cm
 System weight 12 kgs
 Wall or pole mountable
 150W max power consumption
 53 dBm/CC per sector
 1 – 3 CC per sector
 2x2 MIMO per sector
 96 users per sector
COMPACT LTA MACRO CELL
 Low-cost, high performance macro base station
with small cell dimensions and small cell price
 Completely integrated design with
built-in antennas
 3-sector, 180 degree coverage in small,
lightweight configuration
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13. NetLiNQ EMS
 Real Time Dashboard
 Netcool Integration
 Configuration , Performance
 Fault and Security
 Tagging of Devices
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 Set Discovery Details

14. CASE STUDY:
Velocity Internet
E N D - T O - E N D S O L U T I O N

15. Featured Project: Greenwood County KS
Customer: Velocity Internet / Butler Electric Coop, El Dorado, Kansas.
Challenge: Rapidly provide High-Speed Internet Access to the Greenwood County
Region.
Problem: The hilly terrain and low-density population of Greenwood County presented
several obstacles to obtain good quality connectivity, such as distance, coverage and
various difficulties due to terrain blockage.
Solution: Leverage CBRS Band and CBRS-ready hardware by BLiNQ to implement a
Private LTE network to meet tight timeline and service demands.
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Key Values Delivered:
 Backed by a expert team, Velocity launched a fixed wireless
Private LTE network in under three months.
 As of today, Velocity has double the size of initial deployment.
 Velocity CBRS network can achieve speeds up to 100DL-10UL
Mbps for business and residents with BLiNQ.
 Velocity has deployed CBRS into its existing network
complementing and improving customer reach and capacity.

16. Technical Expertise and Experience
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How did we meet the challenge?
 Follow a disciplined deployment strategy: gather
requirements, survey and planning, design, installation,
operation and full life-cycle support.
 Tower structural engineering studies, site survey, tower
equipment installation, tower erection, and customized
fabrication of site components.
 Radio Network Planning comprising propagation analysis,
coverage prediction maps, frequency plans and RF
optimization.
 Fulfillment Services, including tower antenna arrays,
outdoor cabinets, high-capacity microwave backhaul,
network core elements, and subscriber radio equipment.
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From radio and capacity
planning through permitting and design, we
have full core-to-edge network expertise.

17. Key Takeaways
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 Private LTE solutions that leverage the 3gpp
standard which insures interoperability, reliability,
security and coverage
 Affordable, easy to deploy equipment that includes
fully integrated, multi-sector LTE base stations and
high gain CPE
 Simplified the learning curve and installation
process
 Solution enables smooth deployment with CBRS
 Long history of serving the utility, enterprise
and service provider market;
 Understands the customer needs and how to
meet those needs
 Bring a unique combination of technology and
skill sets to execute all phases of the project
 Build scalable, industrial-grade wireless
networks that support connectivity applications
with predictable outcome.
D O N ’ T D O I T A L O N E , B R I N G I N T H E E X P E R T S !
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LEARN MORE
CBRS-ready fixed wireless products
BLINQNETWORKS.COM/PRODUCTS
Contact us
INFO@BLINQNETWORKS.COM
PCS Technologies
PCS-TECH.COM
Utilities Broadband Alliance (UBBA)
UBBA.COM
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