LTE B8 (900 MHz)
LTE Band 8, also known as the 900 MHz band, is a frequency band used for both 2G GSM and 4G LTE mobile communications. Here is a summary of its key characteristics:
- Frequency Range: The uplink frequency range is 880 – 915 MHz, and the downlink frequency range is 925 – 960 MHz.
- Bandwidth: The band has a total bandwidth of 45 MHz.
- Duplex Mode: It operates in Frequency Division Duplex (FDD) mode, where the uplink and downlink frequencies are different.
- Channel Bandwidths: LTE Band 8 supports channel bandwidths of 1.4 MHz, 3 MHz, 5 MHz, 10 MHz, and 20 MHz.
- Technology: LTE is a 4G wireless networking technology developed by the 3GPP.
- Usage: The band is used globally for 2G GSM voice and basic data communications. It is also being used for LTE mobile broadband services, particularly in regions where the 900 MHz spectrum has been refarmed from previous 2G and 3G networks.
- Carrier Aggregation: LTE Band 8 can be used in combination with other bands for carrier aggregation, which allows for the aggregation of multiple bands to achieve higher speeds and better network performance.
Overall, LTE Band 8 offers a balance between coverage and capacity, making it suitable for both rural and urban areas, and it is increasingly being adopted by operators for their LTE networks.
