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The WinProp Getting Started Guide contains step-by-step instructions on how to get started with WinProp.
Wi-Fi Router in a Building
This example considers the application of analyzing a Wi-Fi router in a building.
Introduction to Wall Manager (WallMan)
WallMan tool is used to prepare a geometry database (3D model) that is used as part of a ProMan project. Preparing geometries in WallMan, or even just converting them from other sources in WallMan, is a common step in indoor and urban scenarios.
Creating a Model of the Building
Use WallMan to create a model of the building.
Drawing a Floor
Define the floor of the building. The concrete floor should be large enough to be underneath the entire building, and includes an outdoor sitting area.

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Get Started
The WinProp Getting Started Guide contains step-by-step instructions on how to get started with WinProp.
- Wi-Fi Router in a Building
  This example considers the application of analyzing a Wi-Fi router in a building.
  - Example Overview
    This example considers the application of analyzing a Wi-Fi router in a building.
  - Topics Discussed in Example
    Before starting this example, check if the topics discussed in this example are relevant to the intended application and experience level.
  - Example Prerequisites
    Before starting this example, ensure that the system satisfies the minimum requirements.
  - Introduction to Wall Manager (WallMan)
    WallMan tool is used to prepare a geometry database (3D model) that is used as part of a ProMan project. Preparing geometries in WallMan, or even just converting them from other sources in WallMan, is a common step in indoor and urban scenarios.
    - Launching WallMan
      Launch WallMan in Microsoft Windows using the Feko and WinProp Launcher utility.
    - User Interface Layout
      View the main elements and terminology in the WallMan graphical user interface (GUI).
    - Creating a New Indoor Database
      Define a new indoor vector database of a building or multiple buildings.
    - Specifying Default Values for New Objects
      Define the default values for an object. Modify the default values before you create a new object to define objects with different upper and lower coordinates (for example, a window versus a door).
    - Enabling the Grid for 2D Views
      Enable the grid and specify the grid size for 2D views.
    - Adjusting the Zoom Level
      The zoom level of the 2D views is adjusted by enabling the Mouse Pan and Zoom Tool and using the mouse wheel to zoom.
    - Adjusting the Cut Plane
      Modify the third coordinate to move the cut plane. The cut plane results in a cross-section of the model in the 2D view that allows you to view detail and verify the model.
    - Display Settings
      Change the display settings of objects to validate the model visually.
    - Creating a Model of the Building
      Use WallMan to create a model of the building.
      - Specifying Coordinates of Objects
        There are two workflows available when specifying coordinates of objects in WallMan.
      - Drawing the Outer Walls
        Define the outer walls of the building.
      - Drawing the Interior Walls
        Define the interior walls of the building.
      - Drawing Wooden Doors
        Define the wooden doors in the building.
      - Drawing Glass Windows
        Define the glass windows in the building.
      - Drawing Glass Patio Doors
        Define the glass patio doors in the building.
      - Drawing a Floor
        Define the floor of the building. The concrete floor should be large enough to be underneath the entire building, and includes an outdoor sitting area.
    - Adding an Angled Prediction Plane
      Define an additional and arbitrary polygonal prediction plane.
    - Saving the Indoor Database
      Save the new indoor database to file.
  - Introduction to Propagation Manager (ProMan)
    The ProMan (propagation) tool is designed to predict path loss accurately between transmitter and receiver. The ProMan (network) software offers network planning modules.
- Indoor Cell-Phone Reception
  This example considers the application of analyzing the indoor cell-phone reception, set in an urban environment.
- Base Stations in a City
  This example considers the application of analyzing base stations in a city, set in an urban environment.
- Base Stations on Hills Near a City
  This example considers the application of analyzing base stations on hills near a city, set in a rural or suburban hilly terrain.
- Network Planning
  This example considers the application of analyzing three base stations, set in a building. The network planning simulation is based on a pre-defined air interface file.
Examples
The Altair installation directory contains a collection of examples that shows you WinProp concepts and essentials.
Introduction to WinProp
WinProp is a complete suite of tools in the domain of wireless propagation and radio network planning. With applications ranging from satellite to terrestrial, from rural via urban to indoor radio links, WinProp’s innovative wave propagation models combine accuracy with short computation time.
Typical Workflow in WinProp
View the typical workflows when working with propagation simulations in specific scenarios, how to add a network planning to a propagation simulation, include a receiver pattern, set up a time-variant scenario, include multiple-input multiple-output (MIMO) at both the base station and the mobile station, connectivity analysis of sensor networks and optimization.
WallMan
The WallMan component offers a convenient facility to generate and edit vector building databases.
TuMan
The TuMan tool enables you to generate and modify tunnel scenarios.
AMan
Use AMan to generate, edit and analyze a single antenna. Superimpose multiple antennas radiating similar signals to determine the actual antenna pattern while taking into consideration the local environment.
ProMan
The ProMan component includes wave propagation models for different scenarios and network planning simulators for various air interfaces.
Methods
WinProp includes empirical and semi-empirical models (calibration with measurements possible), rigorous 3D ray-tracing models as well as the unique dominant path model (DPM).
Main Applications
In WinProp various air interfaces and applications are pre-defined: broadcasting, cellular, wireless access, WiFi, sensor networks, ICNIRP and EM compliance.
WinProp Utilities
The WinProp utilities consist of the Launcher utility and the Updater.
Appendix
Reference information is provided in the appendix.

Drawing a Floor

Define the floor of the building. The concrete floor should be large enough to be underneath the entire building, and includes an outdoor sitting area.

Verify that the X/Y window is active, or activate it by clicking in it.
The X/Y symbol in the top-left of the window is red when the window is active.
Confirm that the third coordinate (Z value) is at 0 m using one of the following workflows:
- On the View toolbar, click the 3rd Coordinate Settings icon.
- On the Display menu, click Show 3rd Coord Dialog.
  Figure 1. The 3rd Coord Settings X/Y View dialog.
On the Edit menu, click Default Values.
Specify the material properties for the floor.
1. Under Material Properties, from the Material Properties of new Walls drop-down list, select Concrete; thickness: 20 cm.
Click OK to close the Default Values for New Objects dialog.
Create the floor in the X/Y window using one of the following workflows:
- On the Objects menu, click Enter Basic Objects > Enter Rectangular Objects.
- On the Objects toolbar, click the Add Rectangular Objects icon.
- Press F8 to use the keyboard shortcut.
Click twice in the 2D view to specify a corner.
Click again in the 2D view to specify the last corner.
Exit the draw mode using one of the following workflows:
- On the Objects menu, click Select Objects > Select Single Object (Mouse).
- On the Objects toolbar, click the Select Object icon.
- Press F10 to use the keyboard shortcut.