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   How The AirBox Cellular Routers Work

 

 

    Networks you can use the AirBox on

    How the Internet connection is created

    Devices you can use with the AirBox

    IP Video and File Transfers

    Equipment cost and the monthly service plan

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The AirBox and Cellular Networks

 

The patent-pending AirBox™ line of cellular routers uses 3G cellular networks, the same networks used by cell phones, to create single or multiple Internet connections. The AirBox cellular routers are compatible with EV-DO Rev A, EV-DO Rev 0, HSDPA, HSPA and CDMA cellular networks.

 

3G EVDO cellular connections provide the same speeds a as an average DSL or cable Internet connection. In areas where 3G EVDO cellular is not available, the AirBox will connect to the 2G network (1xRTT and GSM) with speeds averaging 100 Kbps, 2x the speed of dial-up. The WAAV AirBox external cellular antenna greatly improves cellular reception, giving you a faster Internet connection. Single boosters are recommended when traveling through areas with spotty cellular reception.

 

Internet users and devices connect to the AirBox using Ethernet or Wi-Fi (802.11b/g). There are two Ethernet jacks to plug in computers, IP cameras, gaming systems, and any other Ethernet enabled device. Wi-Fi devices can also connect wirelessly to the AirBox using 802.11g/b Wi-Fi, which is now built into most new laptops and mobile devices. No additional software is needed. Multiple devices can connect to AirBox and access the Internet simultaneously. The AirBox provides an always-on Internet connection. Users connect the same way as at home or at the office with a wired or wireless connection.

 

 

 

CDMA

 

EVDO Rev A

 

• Download: 700 Kbps - 1.2 Mbps average with  3.1 Mbps peak

• Upload: 350 - 500 Kbps average with 1.8 Mbps Peak

• Backwards compatible to EVDO Rev 0 & 1xRTT

 

EVDO Rev 0

• Download: 400 - 700 Kbps average with 2.4 Mbps peak

• 1xRTT used for upload

 

1xRTT

• Download: 80 - 90 Kbps average with 153 Kbps peak

• Upload: 80 - 90 Kbps average with 153 Kbps Peak

CDMA Frequency Bands: 1900Mhz Digital & 800Mhz Digital

 

GSM

 

7.2Mbps HSPA

• Download: 700 Kbps - 1.2 Mbps average with 7.2 Mbps peak

• Upload: 350-500 Kbps average with 1.8 Mbps Peak

• Backwards compatible to 1.8/3.6 Mbps HSDPA & EDGE

 

3.6Mbps HSDPA

• Download: 600 - 800 Kbps average with 3.6 Mbps peak

• EDGE used for upload

 

EDGE

• Download: 150 Kbps average with 384 Kbps peak

• Upload: 150 Kbps average 384 Kps peak

 

 

 Ways The AirBox Works

 

 

IP Video

 

The AirBox X2 can be used to transmit IP video at 1-1.2 Mbps, allowing you to achieve the equivalent of standard definition video broadcast over cellular networks.

 

 

An IP encoder is needed to stream video over the AirBox X2. The IP encoder takes in an analog or digital video feed and converts it to IP (Internet Protocol). This is generally an Ethernet connection which will connect to the AirBox X2. The IP Encoder will communicate with a decoder on the receiving end. The IP encoder must use either multiple simultaneous TCP streams or more commonly use UDP for transport layer communication. The decoder must be able to accept UDP packets from multiple IP addresses and recombine them into a single stream. Most standard IP cameras use TCP only and will not utilize both uplinks for enhanced quality.

 

Contact WAAV for approved IP encoders

 

 

 

File Transfer

 

Transfer large files from remote locations or moving vehicles with an AirBox X2. The AirBox X2 averages over 1Mbps for file uploads.

 

 

 

Standard FTP file transfers and other protocols that only use TCP will not take advantage of both uplinks properly. The software must use either multiple simultaneous TCP streams or more commonly use UDP for transport layer communication. The software on the server side must be able to accept UDP packets from multiple IP addresses and recombine them into a single stream.

 

Contact WAAV for approved file transfer software

 

 

 

Equipment Cost and Monthly Charges

 

 

 

Single Connection 3G Router

 

AirBox CM3 (modems included): $599 with a $60 per month Internet charge

 

 

Dual Connection 3G Router

 

AirBox X2 Standard (modems included): starting from $1299 with a $120 per month Internet charge

 

AirBox X2 Slide (modems not included): starting from $1299 with a $120 per month Internet charge

 

 

Please see our AirBox comparison page for more information.