Penetration loss
The penetration loss directly affects DL reference signal received power (RSRP). The larger the penetration loss, the smaller the RSRP and vice versa. Set penetration loss (PeneLoss) to 0 dB for outdoor coverage scenarios (such as high-speed railways and vehicle-mounted terminals).
The penetration loss settings for indoor scenarios (such as in a vehicle or boat) are listed in the following table.
Target Coverage Area | Penetration Loss (dB) | ||||||
700 MHz | 800 MHz | 900 MHz | 1500 MHz | 1800 MHz | 2.1 GHz | 2.6 GHz | |
Densely-populated urban area | 18 | 18 | 18 | 19 | 19 | 20 | 20 |
Ordinary urban area | 14 | 14 | 14 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 16 |
Suburban area | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 12 | 12 |
Rural area | 7 | 7 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
Highway | 7 | 7 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
The parameter values from the preceding table are typically recommended by network planning engineers, who also explain parameter implications for the operator and request approval from the operator. If digital maps (which contain various clutter classes such as parks and trees) are available, configure penetration loss for each clutter class in the preceding figure. It is advised to set 0 dB for open areas.
To make penetration loss settings take effect, tick Indoor Coverage when configuring coverage simulation parameters.
