Analysis of Measuring Drive Test Result 4g LTE Network Telkomsel Operators Using Tems Pocket and Tems Discovery Software

Abstract

The high-quality data transfer speeds of 4G LTE technology make people race to enjoy the technology. However, the reality is that there are still areas with Internet connections that are said to be less stable on Telkomsel operators in the area of 3 sites of the Begalung Strait. It is also supported by population density data from the Central Statistical Authority of Padang Cities. So, it is necessary to carry out measurements and analyses to know the methods of verification and measurement of signals as well as know the coverage of the area of 4G LTE network in the depth of the Begalung depth on Telkomsel operators. Using Node B data from the associated company, then measurement and analysis can be done. The measurement of the signal quality is done using the drive test method, i.e. by circling the area to be measured. The application used to carry out a drive test is TEMS Pocket that is embedded in the smartphone. Where the result of the record logfile of the measurements will be imported into the TEMS Discovery software for analysis. Then the coverage area will be analyzed on the atoll application. Forecasting coverage area will be analyzed on the basis of RSRP parameters. Based on the value of the test drive results of the known RSRPs parameters, the signal quality at the accuracy of the Begalung Pole is normal because it is dominated by the yellow color with a strong signal of -100 dBm to -80dBm. The normal RSRP consists of 297 samples or as much as 81.15%.