800 MHz mobile radio propagation tests in the Pittsburgh area

Abstract

A propagation measurement program conducted at 800 MHz in the Pittsburgh area is described. Although the purpose of the test was to obtain data to be used in a specific system design, much of what was learned is applicable to designs in other locations. The data reduction procedure is presented, wlth the primary emphasls on the design of the Pittsburgh system. Data and conclusions in the areas of diversity improvement, tower shadowing, tunnel communications, and short-term fading characteristics are presented and discussed.