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NTIA Report TR-00-381

Flexible Interoperable Transceiver (FIT) Program Test Range II:
Radio Propagation Measurements at 440, 1360 and 1920 MHz, Ft. Hood, Texas

October 2000

Peter Papazian, Perry Wilson, Michael Cotton and Yeh Lo

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Abstract: Radiowave propagation measurements at Ft. Hood, Texas are described. These measurements were made as part of the Flexible Interoperable Transceiver (FIT) Program. The objective of the measurements is to define communication link requirements at 440, 1360, and 1920 MHz. Simultaneous wideband measurements at three frequencies were made using fixed transmitters and a mobile fitted with a multi-channel receiver. The system measured the radio channel impulse response. Data outputs include delay spread and basic transmission loss. These parameters are compared at the three measurement frequencies to determine additional propagation impairments military systems will suffer due to frequency translation from 440 MHz to 1360 MHz and 1920 MHz.

Keywords: impulse response; radiowave propagation; Flexible Interoperative Transceiver; FIT; delay spread; basic transmission loss

Disclaimer: Certain commercial equipment, components, and software are identified in this report to specify adequately the technical aspects of the reported results. In no case does such identification imply recommendation or endorsement by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration, nor does it imply that the equipment or software identified is necessarily the best available for the particular application or uses.

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For technical information concerning this report, contact:
Peter Papazian, Electronics Engineer
Institute for Telecommunication Sciences
Voice: (303) 497-5369
ppapazian@its.bldrdoc.gov

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