2026 Agenda
In-building Radio Enhancement Systems: Make Sure They Help But Don't Hurt
The awareness that many buildings do not have sufficient radio performance to ensure first responders are safe is increasingly well known. Similarly for the typical solution of using BDAs (bi-directional amplifiers or signal boosters) with a DAS (distributed antenna system.) The problems that these systems can cause to radio systems are also getting broader exposure. What is not as well-known is how to ensure that these solutions are implemented in a way that truly improves the communication performance while avoiding negative impacts on the network as a whole. We will cover the best practices observed by the experts on commissioning these systems this objective. Experienced engineers from the service company and from the radio system will provide their perspective on this critical topic.
Takeaway
1. Understand the important aspects of In-building solutions that must be done right
2. Learn how to recognize when these systems are hurting communications
3. Creating the right process and requirements to get the best from these systems and validate they will not harm communications