CBRS - Easy as ... A.. B.. C..

Since taking a lead role in forming the CBRS Alliance, Federated Wireless has been dedicated to facilitating the deployment of CBRS network solutions. Their expertise in enabling CBRS networks has helped more than 170 customers deploy over 50,000 access points across the United States quickly and easily.

Offering three solutions, Federated Wireless is dedicated to expanding the availability of reliable and affordable fixed broadband service.

Consisting of 5 modules, the CBRS CPI Certification course can be completed at your own pace.

Module 1

Introduction to the Citizen Broadband Radio Service (CBRS): This module provides an overview of the CBRS band and ecosystem.

Module 2

Introduction to Spectrum Access System (SAS): Learn about the important information regarding the SAS to CBSD and SAS to SAS procedures and protocols.

Module 3

Working with a Citizens Broadband Service Device (CBSD): Develop a complete understanding of CBSDs and how techs enter the data per vendor.

Module 4

Working with the Federated Wireless Spectrum Controller: Become an expert with the Federated Spectrum Controller.

Module 5

Getting Your CPI Certification!

Role of the Certified Professional Installer

Upon completion of the test, Federated Wireless will issue a 5-year CBRS Certified Professional Installer certification, authorizing individuals to perform transmitter installation, operation, maintenance, and repair duties in the private land mobile services and fixed services.

A CPI must certify the CBRS network installation parameters.

The FCC requires that a CBSD’s location information be recorded at SAS as part of the CBSD registration process. Location determination may be carried out via automated geolocation technologies or may be entered into the SAS by a professional installer. The CPI does not necessarily need to physically install the equipment, but must certify the installation parameters and is personally responsible for the accuracy of the data.

FCC

• CBRS rules (47 CFR 96) Special provisions related to spectrum manager leasing in the Citizens Broadband Radio Service 47 CFR 1.9046
• 3.5 GHz Releases
• 3.5 GHz Band Overview
• Auction 105
• 3.5 GHz protected fixed-satellite service (FSS) earth station registration
• Knowledge Database: What procedures should be used to evaluate Citizens Broadband Radio Service (CBRS) for compliance under Part 96?
• FCC-certified Part 96 devices In the "Equipment Class" query field, choose "CBD" for CBRS base stations (called CBSDs), or "CBE" for CBRS end user devices and modules

FCC dockets related to CBRS include:

• 12-354 - Initial 3.5 GHz rulemaking
• 17-258 - Promoting investment in 3550-3700 MHz band
• 15-319 - 3.5 GHz SAS & ESC applications
• 19-244 - Auction of PALs for 3550-3650 band - Auction 105

National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA)

• 3.5 GHz resources including KML files
•  that define protections of federal systems in the CBRS band
• NTIA Technical Memo TM-18-527, Procedures for Laboratory Testing of Environmental Sensing Capability Sensor Devices

Wireless Innovation Forum

• Wireless Innovation Forum (WInnForum)
• WInnForum CBRS standards
• CBRS status summary page
• Details on CBRS spectrum incumbents and encumbrances
• WInnForum YouTube channel including recent and past CBRS webinars
• List of FCC-approved SAS Administrators

CBRS Alliance

• Specifications
• Resources
• List of OnGo^TM-certified CBRS devices (CBRS base stations, user devices, and component devices that meet CBRS Alliance-specific criteria)

CBRS Alliance

• OnGo: How to Deploy a Private LTE Network
• Case Study: City of Tucson & Roaring Fork School District
• Case Study: Ericsson 5G Smart Factory & Marine Corp 5G Smart Warehouse

Airspan

• Airspan's Approach to the U.S.3.G GHz CBRS Spectrum Market
• Maximising ROI with Airspan

BLiNQ Networks

• Key Use Cases for Private LTE in 2021 and Beyond
• What’s Next For CBRS?
• Private LTE for Education

Cambium Networks

• Update: New Features and PAL Implementation
• CBRS: Ask The Experts
• CBRS Coexistence Intro Video