Horizon Powered

Author

HOD

Published

March 18, 2024

Super Bowl is undoubtedly a pinnacle event in American culture. It is more than just a game; it’s a testament to the seamless integration of sports, entertainment, and technology that defines modern viewing experiences.

With millions watching from home and the electrifying atmosphere at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, it’s crucial that coach-to-coach communications remain uninterrupted and fans stay connected to share their experiences on social media.

Verizon’s 250 mmWave 5G radios

  • Verizon Deployed 250 mmWave radios for comprehensive 5G coverage in various stadium areas.
  • Each suite equipped with an 800 MHz 5G mmWave radio; C-band access included.
  • Verizon Test Force extended fiber infrastructure, adding 547 miles of fiber in Las Vegas.
  • Verizon Frontline coordinated with emergency services for Super Bowl event support.

Coach-to-coach communications

  • Verizon connects NFL coaches with private network
  • Official private wireless network spans 30 NFL stadiums.
  • Allegiant Stadium utilizes 5G for coach communications.
  • Verizon’s private network service addresses on-field wireless connectivity issues.
  • Solution is portable for non-game day stadium events.
  • Coaches experience clear voice communication over private 5G.

For The Fans

  • SRG analyzed 5G strategies at 2023 Super Bowl.
  • T-Mobile deployed 140MHz of 2.5GHz spectrum.
  • All operators provided 4G LTE and 5G signals.
  • Verizon had extensive mmWave network at venue.
  • Verizon’s capacity reached 45.7 Gbit/s, AT&T’s 28.3 Gbit/s, T-Mobile’s 35.9 Gbit/s.
  • T-Mobile’s Las Vegas 5G deployment excludes mmWave spectrum.
  • Formula 1 Las Vegas Grand Prix required extensive network coverage.

MatSing antenna

  • Verizon deploys MatSing large sphere antennas at Allegiant Stadium.
  • Antennas support sub-6 GHz spectrum, including C-band.
  • 60 MatSing lens multibeam antennas enhance connectivity for field, stands, and parking.
  • Antennas support AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon networks.
  • 16 MatSing antennas cover field and stands for C-Band.
  • Additional 14 antennas boost parking lot connectivity and tailgating experience.