What is SDL band?

SDL means that the entire frequency band is intended for transmissions from the base station and that these are used in combination with another band – e.g. 700 or 800 MHz. The 1500 MHz band thus provides additional downlink bandwidth and capacity. The band can be used for LTE and NR (5G).

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What are bands in network?

In telecommunication, a band – sometimes called a frequency band – is a specific range of frequencies in the radio frequency (RF) spectrum , which is divided among ranges from very low frequencies (vlf) to extremely high frequencies (ehf). Each band has a defined upper and lower frequency limit.

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What 4G band is best?

The 1800MHz (aka 1.8GHz) band is also used by Three for 4G and is the highest frequency band that Three uses for 4G. As such, it emphasises both the strengths and weaknesses of the 1400MHz band – being available in high capacities but being shorter range and worse at passing through objects.

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Who uses sub6 5G?

Sub-6 5G will have better coverage than millimeter-wave but isn’t as widely available, making the potential top speed lower. Currently, AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon, and U.S. Cellular utilize sub-6 5G in the United States. The FCC says that low-band frequencies are 600Mhz, 800Mhz, and 900Mhz.

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