Antenna Isolation

Donor Signal

Isolation >= Gain + 13 dB

Service Area

Gain 45-90 dB
RF-Repeater

Antenna Isolation
BTS
Donor signal Important: Opening angle ! High front to back ratio !

RFR

service area

Antenna Isolation
BTS
Donor signal Important: Opening angle ! High front to back ratio ! Choice of donor-site !

RFR

service area

Antenna Isolation
Important: Opening angle ! 20 wavelengths? High front to back ratio ! Choice of donor-site ! Vertical spacing !

Antenna Isolation

At least Gain repeater + 13 dB (margin)

Achieved by :

Right choice of antennas

Opening angle Front to back ratio

Right choice of donor BTS (direction) Right placement of antennas (spacing)