About Cellular BDAs (Bi-Directional Amplifiers)
More and more, we think about the importance of wireless coverage for security purposes. The ability for a mass notification to reach everyone. The importance of a student, patient or employee to make a call and notify first responders of their location in the midst of an emergency.
Below is a chart of BEFORE & AFTER results from a school campus building at a private school in western MA. The red indicates poor to no coverage (generally above 91 decibels). Notice the dramatic improvement in coverage after KTS installed a cellular BDA with multiple antennae in this historic building; it went from little to no coverage (e.g., 1 bar to no bars) to excellent coverage as measured by 75 decibels or lower.
Commonly, we are finding the heightened demand for cellular BDAs to be a customer service experience. Let’s face it, people are constantly on their phones, for news, for communications, for work and for pleasure.
Whatever the reason, reliable cell coverage is good for business. Call KTS today to discuss how KTS can solve your poor cell reception issues and we will evaluate the best cellular reception solution for your needs and your budget.
Why a Cellular BDA vs. a Distributed Antenna System?
Cellular bi-directional amplifiers (BDAs) are a reliable, lower cost alternative to distributed antenna systems (DAS). A cellular BDA can be easily integrated into an existing building, can be installed in an existing wiring closet and eliminates some of the hurdles and costs commonly associated with a DAS.
A cellular BDA enhances reception in buildings where dead zones exist or where cellular coverage is unreliable. BDAs are a great solution for buildings with energy efficient architectural glass as this glass blocks cellular signals.
Installation of a cellular BDA enables a cell’s coverage to be captured, amplified and redirected to deliver reliable cellular coverage. You, your tenants and your clients are happier and more productive with a cellular BDA.
KTS installs cellular BDA systems compatible with the four major cellular carriers: T-Mobile, Sprint, AT&T and Verizon.
Distributed Antenna System (DAS) compared to Cellular BDA
| DAS | Cellular BDA | |
| Carrier Signals | Hard-line cables required | Received through outside/tenant/landlord owned antennas |
| Carrier Approval | Required | Already approved |
| Installation | Head End Room needs to be built | Installed in existing wiring closet |
| Tenant or Building Owner | Building owner commonly responsible for DAS installation expenses. | Easy to install in occupied space |
Contact us to discover why so many organizations count on KTS to optimize their performance, functionality and security.
KTS, Inc.
41R Elm St. Unit B
Stoneham, MA 02180
