The Snap Network is designed for rural outdoor deployments. It is lightweight, weatherproof, low power, and can be set up in less than an hour. Snap can be configured as a standalone system (network-in-a-box) or as part of a larger public or private network.
Snap is a GSM/GPRS network access point that allows cellular handsets to interface directly with VoIP networks.
Range Networks’ commercial open source software allows operators to reduce the cost and complexity of their mobile networks. The Snap is a complete RAN node with integrated radio resource control. In small networks, Snap can be used as a complete network in a box comprising both RAN and core network functions. To minimize operating costs, Snap processes local calls without the need for backhaul.
Applications
Public/private networks in hard to reach geographies
Rural cellular and WLL services
Rapid deployment by First Responders
Private industrial networks (maritime and mining)
Enterprise wireless PBX systems
Technical Specifications
RADIO INTERFACE Phase 2+ GSM, GPRS software upgradable
SERVICES SUPPORTEDSpeech/SMS, Packet data
OPERATING BANDS850/900/1800/1900 MHz
CALL CAPACITY7-14 concurrent full rate calls
SERVICE RANGE1.5-7.5 km, configuration and terrain dependent
POWER SUPPLY12-20 VDC unregulated, 35W max
OUTPUT POWER Up to 2W/TRX
SOFTWARE OpenBTS, Asterisk or Yate, Ubuntu Linux, subscriber registry, SMS server
