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FEATURE ARTICLE As the popularity of DAS networks continues to grow over the next decade, the number of vendors and infrastructure complexity will also grow. However, by implementing comprehensive DAS management as part of an intelligent site solution, the challenges of managing multiple DAS networks (including power, environmental, and security concerns) are minimized. Intelligence into the distributed antenna system enhances network reliability and availability, improves operational efficiencies, and reduces operating costs. About the Author As Senior Vice President and Chief Technology Officer, Ben Stump is responsible for providing the vision and leadership in defining the corporate strategy for Kentrox products and technology. Mr. Stump has more than a decade of telecommunications experience specializing in Operations Support Systems (OSS) and technology, operations and engineering for operators globally. Prior to joining Kentrox, he served in an executive consulting role for BCGI and DAX Technologies and numerous start-up companies. He was previously Vice President of Technology for Digicel USA and held leadership roles at Telcordia. See Kendrox/Westell at Antenna Systems 2013 Managing Distributed Antenna Systems Effectively and Efficiently Intelligent monitoring of a DAS means interpreting information from equipment throughout the network and translating that into actionable items. A comprehensive DAS solution communicates with these devices and correlates fault and performance information to provide detailed data, ultimately improving network availability and quality. During this presentation, we’ll discuss how to best address the following challenges of a DAS to ensure an effective system: Management of numerous alarms; Automated notification to the appropriate personnel (operator or service provider) based on the fault information; and Intelligent dispatching to ensure the relevant personnel are visiting the problem location with the right equipment. Additionally, we’ll discuss how this same solution can be used for monitoring commercial and generator power, HVACs, and environmental conditions. www.AntennasOnline.com Fall 2013 Antenna Systems & Technology 15 http://www.AntennasOnline.com http://www.AntennasOnline.com http://www.AntennasOnline.com

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Antenna Systems & Technology - Fall 2013

Editor’s Choice
Exponential M2M Market Growth Calls for Innovative RF and Antenna Solutions
Managing Distributed Antenna Systems Effectively and Efficiently
Millimeter Wave Antenna Radome Systems for Satellite on the Move Applications
Antennas
Components/Subsystems
Software/System Design
Test & Measurement
Antenna Systems 2013: Conference Preview
Marketplace
Industry News
Addressing Customer Requirements in Public Safety Antennas

Antenna Systems & Technology - Fall 2013