Cleveland Cavaliers Select CommScope to Power 5G Connected Fan Experience at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse
CommScope (NASDAQ: COMM) has partnered with the Cleveland Cavaliers to implement 5G connectivity at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse using their ERA® DAS (distributed antenna system). The system will cover the 152,979 square foot arena, providing enhanced mobile connectivity for fan experiences. The Chief Information Officer of the Cleveland Cavaliers highlighted that this implementation has reduced their footprint by nearly 85%. The system supports all 5G spectrum bands, including C-band, enabling various digital fan experiences from parking assistance to augmented game experiences.
CommScope (NASDAQ: COMM) ha stretto una partnership con i Cleveland Cavaliers per implementare la connettività 5G al Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse utilizzando il loro sistema DAS (sistema di antenna distribuita) ERA®. Il sistema coprirà l'arena di 152.979 piedi quadrati, offrendo una connettività mobile migliorata per le esperienze dei fan. Il Chief Information Officer dei Cleveland Cavaliers ha sottolineato che questa implementazione ha ridotto la loro impronta di quasi l'85%. Il sistema supporta tutte le bande dello spettro 5G, inclusa la banda C, abilitando varie esperienze digitali per i fan, dal supporto al parcheggio a esperienze di gioco aumentate.
CommScope (NASDAQ: COMM) se ha asociado con los Cleveland Cavaliers para implementar conectividad 5G en el Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse utilizando su sistema DAS (sistema de antenas distribuidas) ERA®. El sistema cubrirá la arena de 152,979 pies cuadrados, proporcionando una conectividad móvil mejorada para las experiencias de los aficionados. El Director de Información de los Cleveland Cavaliers destacó que esta implementación ha reducido su huella en casi un 85%. El sistema admite todas las bandas del espectro 5G, incluida la banda C, lo que permite diversas experiencias digitales para los aficionados, desde asistencia para estacionamiento hasta experiencias de juego aumentadas.
CommScope (NASDAQ: COMM)는 Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse에서 ERA® DAS(분산 안테나 시스템)를 사용하여 5G 연결을 구현하기 위해 Cleveland Cavaliers와 협력했습니다. 이 시스템은 152,979 평방피트(약 14,188 제곱미터)의 아레나를 커버하며 팬들이 향상된 모바일 연결성을 경험할 수 있도록 합니다. Cleveland Cavaliers의 최고정보책임자(CIO)는 이번 구현을 통해 디지털 발자국이 거의 85% 줄어들었다고 강조했습니다. 이 시스템은 C-대역을 포함한 모든 5G 스펙트럼 대역을 지원하여 주차 보조부터 증강된 게임 경험까지 다양한 디지털 팬 경험을 가능하게 합니다.
CommScope (NASDAQ: COMM) s'est associé aux Cleveland Cavaliers pour mettre en œuvre la connectivité 5G au Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse en utilisant leur système DAS (système d'antennes distribuées) ERA®. Ce système couvrira l'aréna de 152 979 pieds carrés, offrant une connectivité mobile améliorée pour les expériences des fans. Le directeur de l'information des Cleveland Cavaliers a souligné que cette mise en œuvre a réduit leur empreinte de près de 85 %. Le système prend en charge toutes les bandes du spectre 5G, y compris la bande C, permettant diverses expériences numériques pour les fans, allant de l'assistance au stationnement à des expériences de jeu augmentées.
CommScope (NASDAQ: COMM) hat sich mit den Cleveland Cavaliers zusammengetan, um 5G-Konnektivität in der Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse mithilfe ihres ERA® DAS (verteiltes Antennensystem) zu implementieren. Das System wird die 152.979 Quadratfuß große Arena abdecken und verbesserte mobile Konnektivität für Fan-Erlebnisse bieten. Der Chief Information Officer der Cleveland Cavaliers hob hervor, dass diese Implementierung ihre Fußabdruck um fast 85% reduziert hat. Das System unterstützt alle 5G-Spektrumbänder, einschließlich der C-Band, und ermöglicht verschiedene digitale Fan-Erlebnisse, von Parkassistenz bis hin zu erweiterten Spielerlebnissen.
- Partnership with major sports venue demonstrates product adoption in high-profile settings
- 85% reduction in infrastructure footprint indicates operational efficiency
- System supports comprehensive 5G spectrum bands including C-band
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This partnership marks a significant technological upgrade for CommScope, demonstrating their ability to secure major venue contracts in the competitive 5G infrastructure market. The 85% footprint reduction while maintaining high-performance connectivity showcases superior technical efficiency, which could lead to increased adoption in other large venues. The ERA DAS system's support for all 5G spectrum bands, including C-band, positions CommScope well in the growing market for advanced wireless solutions.
The deal's value extends beyond immediate revenue, establishing CommScope as a key player in sports venue connectivity. This reference implementation at a major NBA arena could catalyze similar contracts with other sports franchises and large venues. The system's ability to support various digital experiences from parking to augmented reality creates multiple revenue opportunities through potential future service expansions.
CommScope all-digital ERA DAS to support seamless 5G mobile connectivity at the Cavaliers’ home arena
Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse (Photo: Business Wire)
“Our goal with this partnership was to enhance the gameday experience for Cleveland Cavaliers fans by providing exceptional 5G connectivity at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse,” stated Michael Conley, Chief Information Officer of the Cleveland Cavaliers. “In collaboration with CommScope, we have utilized their cutting-edge antenna technology and extensive expertise in venue-based networks to develop a fast and seamless wireless experience. This initiative not only elevates the overall experience for our fans but also represents a significant achievement, as we have successfully reduced our footprint by nearly
“We’re excited to partner with the Cleveland Cavaliers and bring our flagship 5G technology to the Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse,” stated Upendra Pingle, SVP Intelligent Cell Networks, CommScope. “Our ERA DAS is proven in some of the most demanding venues in the world, and it will be the foundation for elevating the fan experience at the Cavaliers’ home arena. Our distributed antenna system takes advantage of both open standards and the latest 5G technology to bring unprecedented flexibility to complex enterprise wireless installations like this one. It allows the Cleveland Cavaliers to minimize their carbon and operational footprint while creating a new standard for in-venue sports entertainment.”
The CommScope® ERA system supports all 5G spectrum bands, including C-band, and will allow the arena’s wireless network to support digital fan experiences from parking assistance and venue entry to promotional fan engagement and touchless interactions to augmented game experiences, and more.
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