CDMA Performance Parameters EVDO V3 0

Document
No.
Product Name
Intended
Audience
Product
Version
CDMA2000 EVDO BSS

CBSC version
Huawei engineers
MUSA V2R3C03B018SP04
PARC V3R1C02B017SP04
Edited by
CDMA & WiMAX Network

Performance Research
Department
Document
Version
V3.0
CDMA Performance Parameters

(EVDO)
Prepared by
Reviewed by
CDMA & WiMAX Network

Performance Research Department
CDMA Network Planning Dept.
Date
2008-05
Date
2008-06
Wireless Network Research Dept, WN

Reviewed by
Date
Approved by
Date
Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

All Rights Reserved
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Date
Release
Description
Author
2007-01
1.0
The first draft is finished.
Design group in the CDMA &

WiMAX Network Performance
Research Department
2007-6-11
1.1
The document is modified according to

the comments of network planning
personnel.

Research Department
2008-5-20
3.0
Parameters and parameter remarks are

added on the basis of the V1.2, and the
structure of the contents is modified to
match the V3R1C02.

Research Department
Contents
1 Preface .............................................................................................................................................8
1.1 About This Document ...................................................................................................................................... 8
1.1.1 Objective................................................................................................................................................. 8
1.1.2 Intended Audience .................................................................................................................................. 8
1.1.3 Organization............................................................................................................................................ 8
1.1.4 History Record ........................................................................................................................................ 9
1.1.5 References............................................................................................................................................. 10
1.2 Conventions and Descriptions........................................................................................................................ 10
1.3 Acronyms and Abbreviations ......................................................................................................................... 11
2 System Parameters ......................................................................................................................12

2.1 QuickConfig Message .................................................................................................................................... 12
2.1.1 Color Code (COLORCODE) ................................................................................................................ 12
2.1.2 SECTORID24 (SECTORID24) ............................................................................................................ 13
2.1.3 Redirection Identifier (DOREDIRECT) ............................................................................................... 14
2.2 SectorParametersMessage .............................................................................................................................. 15
2.2.1 Subnet Mask (SUBNETMASK) ........................................................................................................... 15
2.2.2 Local Time Offset (DOLTMOFF)......................................................................................................... 16
2.2.3 Route Update Radius (ROUTEUP) ...................................................................................................... 17
2.2.4 Sector Extended Channel No. Included (ExtendedChannelIncluded)................................................... 18
2.2.5 Sector Extended Frequency List (ExtendedChannel) ........................................................................... 19
2.2.6 Access Hashing Channel Mask Change Identifier (AccessHashingChannelMaskLstIncluded) ........... 19
2.2.7 Access Hashing Channel Mask List (AccessHashingChannelLstMask)............................................... 20
2.2.8 Route Update Trigger Code Included (RouteUpdateTriggerCodeIncluded)......................................... 21
2.2.9 Route Update Trigger Code (RouteUpdateTriggerCode)...................................................................... 22
2.2.10 Maximum Duration of the Route Update Trigger Code Timer (RouteUpdateTriggerMaxAge)......... 22
2.2.11 Prior Session GAUP (PriorSessionGAUP) ......................................................................................... 23
3 Channel Parameters....................................................................................................................25
3.1 Control Channel Parameters........................................................................................................................... 25
3.1.1 Control Channel Rate (CCHRATE) ...................................................................................................... 25
3.1.2 Offset of the Control Channel Capsule (CAPSULEOFFSET).............................................................. 27
3.2 Access Channel Parameters............................................................................................................................ 28
3.2.1 Access Channel Probe Cycle (ACYCLEDURATION)......................................................................... 28
3.2.2 Access Probe Preamble Frame Length (PRBLEN)............................................................................... 29
3.2.3 Maximum Capsule Length (CAPSULELENMAX).............................................................................. 30
3.2.4 AT Open Loop Power Estimation (OLOOPADJUST) .......................................................................... 31
3.2.5 Open Loop Power Estimate Correction Factor (PRBINIADJUST)...................................................... 31
3.2.6 Maximum Number of Access Probes (PRBNUMSTEP) ...................................................................... 32
3.2.7 Probe Power UP Step (PWRSTEP)....................................................................................................... 33
3.2.8 Access Persistence Vector 0/1/2/3 (PERSISTENCE0/1/2/3) ................................................................ 34
3.2.9 Access Marco Diversity Switch (ACCMACRODIVSWITCH)............................................................ 35
3.2.10 Enhanced Access Parameters Included (ENHACCPARAIND) .......................................................... 36
3.2.11 Slot-Based Access Preamble Length (PREAMBLELENSLOT) ........................................................ 37
3.2.12 Maximum Rate of Access Channel (SECTORACCMAXRATE)....................................................... 37
3.2.13 Probe Timeout Adjustment (PROBETIMEOUTADJUST)................................................................. 39
3.2.14 Nominal Pilot Strength (PILOTSTRNOMINAL)............................................................................... 40
3.2.15 Maximum Pilot Strength Correction (PILOTSTRCORTMAX) ......................................................... 40
3.2.16 Minimum Pilot Strength Correction (PILOTSTRCORTMIN) ........................................................... 41
3.3 RA Channel Parameters ................................................................................................................................. 42
3.3.1 RAB Length (RAB_LENGTH) ............................................................................................................ 42
3.3.2 RAB Offset (RAB_OFFSET) ............................................................................................................... 43
3.3.3 Reverse Active Channel Gain (RACGAIN).......................................................................................... 44
4 Handoff Parameters....................................................................................................................45
4.1 Co-Channel Pilot Set Management ................................................................................................................ 45
4.1.1 Maximum Branch Number for Active Set (HOMAXBRANCHNUM)................................................ 45
4.1.2 Whether to Allow a Soft Handoff in the Case of Different Active Sets (DIFFASSWITCH)................ 46
4.2 Pilot Search Management............................................................................................................................... 47
4.2.1 Search Window Size Contain Flag (NSRCHWININC) ........................................................................ 47
4.2.2 Search Window Size (NSRCHWINSIZE) ............................................................................................ 47
4.2.3 Search Window Offset Included Flag (NSRCHWINOFFSETINC) ..................................................... 48

4.2.4 Search Window Offset of Neighbor Set Branch (NSRCHWINOFFSET) ............................................ 49
4.2.5 Search Window Size of Neighbor Set Branch Included (NSRCHWININC) ........................................ 50
4.2.6 Search Window Size of Neighbor Set Branch (NSRCHWINSIZE) ..................................................... 51
4.2.7 Search Window Offset of Neighbor Set Branch Included (NSRCHWINOFFSETINC)....................... 52
4.2.8 Search Window Offset of Neighbor Set Branch (NSRCHWINOFFSET) ............................................ 53
4.3 Virtual Soft Handoff....................................................................................................................................... 53
4.3.1 Virtual Soft Handoff Monitor Timer Length (SHOMONITORT)......................................................... 53
4.4 Intra-AN Hard Handoff (Parameters Related to EV-DO Intra-Frequency Hard Handoff)............................. 54
4.4.1 EV-DO Intra-Frequency Hard Handoff Switch (SFDOHHOSW) ........................................................ 54
4.4.2 Relative Threshold of Co-Frequency Hard Handoff (RELATHRESH) ................................................ 55
4.4.3 Outgoing Handoff Threshold of Intra-Frequency Hard Handoff (SRCABSTHRESH) ........................ 56
4.4.4 Handoff Threshold of the Target Carrier Handoff of the Intra-frequency Hard Handoff
(TRGABSTHRESH)...................................................................................................................................... 56
4.5 Intra-AN Hard Handoff (Parameters Related to RTD-Based Hard Handoff)................................................. 57
4.5.1 EV-DO RTD Hard Handoff Switch (RTDDOHHOSW) ....................................................................... 57
4.5.2 Maximum Loop Delay Threshold in the Center (CENTERTHRLD) ................................................... 58
4.5.3 Maximum Loop Delay Threshold at the Border (BORDERTHRLD)................................................... 59
4.5.4 Absolute Threshold of Ec/Io Strength for RTD Hard Handoff at the Border (ECIOTHRLD).............. 60
4.6 Intra-AN Hard Handoff (Parameters Related to DRC Hard Handoff) ........................................................... 60
4.6.1 EV-DO DRC Hard Handoff Switch (DRCDOHHOSW) ...................................................................... 60
4.6.2 Percentage Threshold of DRC Value Being Zero (ZERONUMTHRLD) ............................................. 61
4.6.3 Absolute Threshold of Ec/Io Strength for DRC Hard Handoff (ECIOTHRLD) ................................... 62
4.7 Intra-AN Hard Handoff (Parameters Related to Hard Handoff Based on the Reverse Link Quality)............ 63
4.7.1 EV-DO Link Quality Hard Handoff Switch (LNKDOHHOSW).......................................................... 63
4.7.2 Low Link Quality Hard Handoff PER Threshold (PERGOODTHRLD).............................................. 63
4.7.3 High Link Quality Hard Handoff PER Threshold (PERBADTHRLD) ................................................ 64
4.7.4 Absolute Threshold of Ec/Io Strength for Hard Handoff Based on the Link Quality (ECIOTHRLD) . 65
4.7.5 History Weight of Average History PER (HISPERWGHT).................................................................. 66
4.8 Intra-AN Hard Handoff (Parameters Related to Inter-Frequency Handoff)................................................... 66
4.8.1 EV-DO OFS HHO Switch (OFSDOHHOSW) ..................................................................................... 66
4.8.2 OFS HHO Relative Threshold (RELTHRLD) ...................................................................................... 67
4.9 Intra-AN Hard Handoff (Other Parameters)................................................................................................... 68
4.9.1 Intra-AN Hard Handoff Macro Diversity Switch (INTRAANHHOMACRODIVSW) ........................ 68
4.9.2 Maximum Number of Branches for an EV-DO Hard Handoff (DOHHOMAXTARGNUM) .............. 69
4.10 Inter-AN Hard Handoff ................................................................................................................................ 70
4.10.1 Inter-AN Hard Handoff Switch (INTERANHHODIVSW) ................................................................ 70
4.10.2 Whether to Enable Inter-AN Handoff Assisted by AN (ANHOSWITCH) ......................................... 70
4.10.3 EV-DO HHO Delay Switch (DOHHOALGSWDELAY) ................................................................... 71
4.10.4 Neighbor AN Call Transfer Switch (DOSHOSW).............................................................................. 72
4.11 Multi-band HO Parameters........................................................................................................................... 73
4.11.1 EV-DO Inter-Band Hard Handoff Switch (DOMULTIBANDHHOSW) ............................................ 73
5 Reverse Power Control Parameters .........................................................................................74

5.1 DO A Power Control Parameters.................................................................................................................... 74
5.1.1 Reverse Target PER (DOAREVPER)................................................................................................... 74
5.1.2 Minimum PCT (MINPCT).................................................................................................................... 75
5.1.3 Maximum PCT (MAXPCT) ................................................................................................................. 75
5.1.4 Initial PCT (INITPCT).......................................................................................................................... 76
5.2 DO 0 Power Control Parameters .................................................................................................................... 77
5.2.1 Reverse Target PER (DOAREVPER)................................................................................................... 77
5.2.2 Minimum PCT (MINPCT).................................................................................................................... 78
5.2.3 Maximum PCT (MAXPCT) ................................................................................................................. 79
5.2.4 Initial PCT (INITPCT).......................................................................................................................... 79
6 Admission Control and Load Control Parameters ...............................................................81

6.1 Hard Assignment Parameters ......................................................................................................................... 81
6.1.1 Carrier Assign Allowed Indicator of EV-DO (ASSALWDO)............................................................... 81
6.1.2 EV-DO Multi Band Assignment Switch (DOMULTIBANDASSIGNSW) .......................................... 82
6.1.3 EV-DO Reverse RSSI Carrier Assignment Switch (DOAREVRSSICARRASSNSW)........................ 83
6.1.4 EV-DO RevA Prevision Priority Assign Carrier Switch (DOAPRVPRIASSSW) ................................ 83
6.1.5 Access Priority Assign Carrier Switch (DOAACCPRIASSSW) .......................................................... 84
6.1.6 EV-DO Assign Carrier Equivalent User Number Threshold (ASSTHRESH) ...................................... 85
6.1.7 EV-DO Assign Carrier Equivalent User Number Relative Threshold (ASSRELATHRESH) .............. 86
6.1.8 EV-DO RevA Carrier Prevision Priority (CARRPRVPRI) ................................................................... 86
6.1.9 Hard Assign Equivalent Subscribers (ASSIGNEQUUSERS) .............................................................. 87
6.1.10 Pilot Priority Level (PLTPL)............................................................................................................... 88
6.2 Admission Control Parameters....................................................................................................................... 89
6.2.1 Access Control High PRI Invade Switch (ACCCTRLINVDSW) ........................................................ 89
6.2.2 Max. VIP Number (MAXVIPNUM) .................................................................................................... 90

6.2.3 Max. Bandwidth of EF Flow (MAXEFFLOWBW) ............................................................................. 90
6.2.4 Max. Bandwidth of EF And AF Flow (MAXEFAFFLOWBW) ........................................................... 91
6.2.5 Max. Slots Occupancy Ratio of EF Flow (MAXEFSLTOCCU) .......................................................... 92
6.2.6 Max. Slots Occupancy Ratio of EF And AF Flow (MAXEFAFSLTOCCU) ........................................ 93
6.2.7 Reverse Activation Bit Threshold (RABTHR) ..................................................................................... 93
6.2.8 Maximum Number of Subscribers of EV-DO Rel0 Carriers (MAX_CHAN_NUM) ........................... 94
6.2.9 Maximum Number of Subscribers of EV-DO RevA Carriers (DOAMAXCHANNUM)..................... 95
6.3 Load Control Parameters................................................................................................................................ 96
6.3.1 Reverse Activation Bit Decision Algorithm (RADESNALG) .............................................................. 96
6.3.2 Reverse Link Silence Period Duration (ReverseLinkSilenceDuration) ................................................ 97
6.3.3 Reverse Link Silence Period (ReverseLinkSilencePeriod) ................................................................... 98
6.3.4 Access Channel Load Control Algorithmic Switch (ACCCHLDCTRLSW) ........................................ 98
7 DO Service Parameters ............................................................................................................100

7.1 Rate Limit Parameters.................................................................................................................................. 100
7.1.1 Forward Limited Rate of Private Line Subscribers (FWDLMTRATE) .............................................. 100
7.1.2 Reverse Limited Rate of Private Line Subscribers (REVLMTRATE)................................................ 101
7.1.3 Forward Limited Rate (GRADEFWDLMTRATE)............................................................................. 102
7.1.4 Reverse Limited Rate (REVLMTRATE)............................................................................................ 103
7.2 RLP Parameters............................................................................................................................................ 104
7.2.1 RLP Data Retransmission Wait Timer Length (ABORTTLEN) ......................................................... 104
7.2.2 RLP Flush Timer Length (FLUSHTLEN) .......................................................................................... 104
7.2.3 Inactive Timer Length (INACTIVETLEN) ........................................................................................ 105
7.3 Reverse Frame Processing Parameters......................................................................................................... 106
7.3.1 Reverse Frame Combination Timer Length (RFCOMBINET)........................................................... 106
7.3.2 Reverse Frame Transmission Path Jitter (RPDITHER) ...................................................................... 107
7.3.3 Maximum Number of IDLE Frames Sent (MAXIDLEFRM) ............................................................ 108
7.3.4 IDLE Frame Waiting Timer Length (IDLEFRAMET) ....................................................................... 108
7.3.5 Reverse Frame Waiting Timer Length (IRFRECEIVET) ................................................................... 109
7.3.6 Maximum Number of Abis Handshake Failures (HANDFAILCNT) ................................................. 110
Preface
1.1 About This Document

1.1.1 Objective
This document systematically describes the configuration parameters related to Huawei
CDMA2000 1xEV-DO Rev.A system in terms of functions. It provides the function, type,
related commands, value range, recommended value, and Setting Tradeoff of each parameter.
1.1.2 Intended Audience

This document is intended for engineers who are familiar with the basic concepts of the
CDMA2000 1xEV-DO Rev.A system. It serves as a reference for parameter configuration and
change.
1.1.3 Organization
This document describes the performance parameters of the CDMA2000 1xEV-DO Rev.A
system. It consists of seven chapters and is organized as follows
Section
Describes
1 Preface
The purpose, intended audience, and organization of this

document.
2 System Parameters
The parameters related to network identification, location

update, and redirection.
3 Channel Parameters
The parameters related to control channels, access

channels, and RA channels.
4 Handoff Parameters
The parameters related to handoff algorithms, handoff

decision.
Section
Describes
5 Reverse Power Control

Parameters
The parameters used in the reverse power control

algorithm.
6 Admission Control and Load

Control Parameters
The parameters used in the hard assignment, admission

control, and load control algorithms.
7 DO Service Parameters
The parameters related to DO service processing.
1.1.4 History Record

This document is written by the CDMA Network Performance Research Department and
reviewed by the CDMA Network Planning Department. The following table lists the history
record of each chapter.
Chapter
Name
Reviewer of the
CDMA Network
Planning
Department
Experts Outside
the CDMA
Network Planning
Department
Author
Chapter 2
System
Parameters
Lv Sha, Cui Yalei,

and Jing Xiaoyun
Wang Jianyong,
Zhao Xuefei, Yang
Weijie, and Zhu
Libo
Che Wei and

Wu Yufeng
Chapter 3
Channel
Parameters
Jing Xiaoyun, Xia

Xin, and Jing
Xiaoyun
Wang Jianyong,
Zhao Xuefei, Yang
Weijie, and Zhu
Libo
Xi Le and Xu
Qiongtao
Chapter 4
Handoff
Parameters
Ye Guojun and
Deng Zhouyu
Wang Jianyong,
Zhao Xuefei, Yang
Weijie, and Zhu
Libo
Huang
Jianzhong and
Xi Le
Chapter 5
Reverse
Power Control
Parameters
Cui Yalei and Jing

Xiaoyun
Wang Jianyong,
Zhao Xuefei, Yang
Weijie, and Zhu
Libo
Che Wei and

Wu Yufeng
Chapter 6
Admission
Control and
Load Control
Parameters
Wan Rong and

Deng Zhouyu
Wang Jianyong,
Zhao Xuefei, Yang
Weijie, and Zhu
Libo
Chen
Yanming, Ye
Guojun, and
Li Wei
Chapter 7
DO Service
Parameters
Zhang Ping, Zou

Chuanliang, and
Deng Zhouyu
Wang Jianyong,
Zhao Xuefei, Yang
Weijie, and Zhu
Libo
Huang
Jianzhong and
Chen
Yanming
1.1.5 References
[1]. C.S0024-A_v3.0_060912.pdf, 3GPP2, 2006
[2]. 1xEV-DO Revision A Parameter Setting Guidelines, Qualcomm, 2006
[3]. 80-W0904-11XEV-DO REVISION A PARAMETER SETTING GUIDELINES .pdf
[4]. 80-H0881-1_F (System_Param for DORev.A&B).pdf
[5]. 80-V9382-1_J_CSM6800_Driver_Parameters.pdf
1.2 Conventions and Descriptions

This document is applicable to the MUSA V2R3C03B018SP04 and the PARC
V3R1C02B017SP04 of the BSC.
Constraint in this document This document is subject to these technical
recommendations and technical notifications.
Description of the items related to parameters
Chapter Name
The parameters described in this document are classified according to their functions. For
example, the parameters described in "Forward Load Control" are related to forward power
control.
Parameter Name
The name of each parameter is the name of the parameter in the Help of the Service
Maintenance System.
Description
This item describes the function of the parameter.
Type
This item describes the type of the parameter, that is, the effect range of the parameter.
Command Line
This item describes the commands that are used to Modify: and Query: the parameter.
Value Range
This item provides the value range of the parameter. The value range is closely related to the
specific data structure.
Default Value
This value can be used in general, but it is uncertain that this value can be used in any
scenario. The default value is determined based on Setting Tradeoff. The parameter value
must be based on the actual needs.
Setting Tradeoff
This item describes the effects of setting the parameter to a high or low value beyond the
recommended range.
Remarks
This item introduces the background of each parameter.
1.3 Acronyms and Abbreviations

Acronym or
Abbreviation
Full Name
BTS
Base Transceiver System
BSC
Base Station Controller
CDMA
Code Division Multiple Access
Ec/Io
Pilot energy accumulated over one PN chip period (Ec) to the total
power spectral density (Io) in the received bandwidth
FER
Frame Error Ratio
SPM
SectorParametersMessage
RATI
Random Access Terminal Identifier
UATI
Unicast Access Terminal Identifier
AT
Access Terminal
RUR
Route Update Request
QCM
QuickConfig Message
System Parameters
This chapter describes the parameters related to the QuickConfig Message and the
SectorParametersMessage.
2.1 QuickConfig Message

2.1.1 Color Code (COLORCODE)
Description
This parameter is an 8-bit binary number used to identify a subnet and is effective for a DO
network only.
Type
It is a parameter at carrier level.
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOQCM/ADD DOCS/MOD DOCS
Query: LST DOQCM
Delete: RMV DOCS
Value Range
0255
Default Value
0, which must be set according to the actual case.

Setting Tradeoff
None.
Remarks
SectorID104 uniquely identifies a subnet. To save air interface resources, the protocol uses an
8-bit color code to replace SectorID104. The relation between SectorID104 and the color
code is specified by the MOD DOCS command. Figure 2-1 shows the mapping between
UATIs and color codes.
Figure 2-1 Mapping between color codes and Secotor128
2.1.2 SECTORID24 (SECTORID24)

Description
This parameter is the last 24 bits of SECTORID128. It is used together with the first 104 bits
of SECTORID128 to identify a DO carrier. This parameter is effective for the DO network
only.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOQCM

Query: LST DOQCM
Value Range
The value is a hexadecimal numeral that contains up to 6 bits. If the value contains less than 6
bits, digits with a value equal to zero are added to the beginning to obtain a total of 6 bits.
Default Value
It is set according to the actual case.
Setting Tradeoff
None.
Remarks
One AN can be configured with multiple subnets and can be identified by the 128-bit
SectorID. The SectorID is sent in the system message QCM.
2.1.3 Redirection Identifier (DOREDIRECT)

Description
This parameter determines whether to allow the access network (AN) to redirect an access
terminal (AT) to other networks.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOQCM
Query: LST DOQCM
Value Range
NO (NO) / YES (YES)
Default Value
NO (NO)
Setting Tradeoff
None.
Remarks
DO redirection can be used for network reselection but can cause the AT to drop from the
network. Therefore, do not use this function with caution.
2.2 SectorParametersMessage
2.2.1 Subnet Mask (SUBNETMASK)
Description
This parameter is a string of binary bits used to obtain the subnet ID so as to determine
whether the AT spans the subnet.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOSPM
Query: LST DOSPM
Value Range
0104
Default Value
It is set according to the actual network setting.
Setting Tradeoff
None.
Remarks
The AT obtains the SectorID128 and the Subnet Mask of the current sector from the system
message, and then performs the "AND" calculation to obtain the address of the subnet to
which the current sector belongs.
2.2.2 Local Time Offset (DOLTMOFF)

Description
This parameter indicates the offset between the local time and the Greenwich time in the AN.
It is in the unit of 30 minutes. When the system sends DOLTMOFF in a message, the unit of
this parameter is automatically changed into minutes, indicating a signed integer of 2's
complement. The value of this parameter is in Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) format. For
example, the time of an eastern time zone is in the format of GMT+time and that of a western
time zone is in the format of GMT-time. The time of GMT+8 is GMT+0800 and that of
GMT-5 is GMT-0500.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOSPM
Query: LST DOSPM
Value Range
LF8 (GMT-12 00) to LF56 (GMT+12 00)
For time zones
LF8-8 (GMT-12 00)
-- GMT-12
LF30-30 (GMT-01 00)
-- GMT-01
LF32-32 (GMT+00 00)
-- GMT
LF34-34 (GMT+01 00)
-- GMT+01
LF56-56 (GMT+12 00)
-- GMT+12
Default Value
LF48, that is, LF48 (GMT+08 00) indicating the time zone GMT+08.
Setting Tradeoff
This parameter is set according to the time zone of the system.

Remarks
None.
2.2.3 Route Update Radius (ROUTEUP)

Description
This parameter indicates the threshold at which the AT performs the route update.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOSPM
Query: LST DOSPM
Value Range
02047 (seconds)
Default Value
0, which indicates that the route update based on distance is not performed
Setting Tradeoff
If the parameter is set to a value too large, the AT sends a Route Update message after long
distance moving. As a result, the route cannot be timely updated and the call drop rate
increases. If the parameter is set to a value too small, the AT frequently sends the Route
Update message and then access channel load will increase..
Remarks
The distance r is calculated according to the following formula
In the calculation formula, xL refers to the longitude of the sector where the AT sends the
Route Update message, yL indicates the latitude of the sector where the AT sends the Route
Update message, xC indicates the longitude of the current sector that provides coverage for
the AT, yC indicates the latitude of the current sector that provides coverage for the AT, pi
indicates the circumference ratio, and indicates rounding down. xL and yL are measured
in 1/4 seconds.
2.2.4 Sector Extended Channel No. Included

(ExtendedChannelIncluded)
Description
This parameter indicates whether the SectorParametersMessage sent by the AN carries the
extended frequency list.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOSPM
Query: LST DOSPM
Value Range
YES (user-specified extended frequency list) or NO (system defaults)
Default Value
NO (System defaults)
Setting Tradeoff
None.
Remarks
An AT in DORO mode cannot read the extended frequency list. An AT in DORA mode needs
to merge the default frequency list with the extended frequency list and then select the
frequency that it will camp on from the merged frequency list using the HASH algorithm.
2.2.5 Sector Extended Frequency List (ExtendedChannel)

Description
This parameter specifies the extended frequency list sent in the SectorParametersMessage.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOSPM
Query: LST DOSPM
Value Range
02047
Default Value
It is set according to the actual case.
Setting Tradeoff
None.
Remarks
When ExtendedChannelIncluded is set to Yes and multiple frequencies are available, the
frequencies are separated by a comma (",") in between.
2.2.6 Access Hashing Channel Mask Change Identifier

(AccessHashingChannelMaskLstIncluded)
Description
This parameter indicates whether the specified SectorParametersMessage carries the access
hashing channel mask list.
Type

Command Line
Modify: MOD DOSPM
Query: LST DOSPM
Value Range
YES (Included), NO (Excluded)
Default Value
NO
Setting Tradeoff
None.
Remarks
The AT merges the default frequency list and the extended frequency list into a new frequency
list. If AccessHashingChannelMaskLstIncluded is set to 0, the set of available frequencies
is the current frequency list. If AccessHashingChannelMaskLstIncluded is set to 1, the AT
performs the "AND" calculation using the negotiation parameter AccessHashingClassMas
and the AccessHashingChannelMask of all frequencies, and selects the frequencies that
have the most "1" in the results of the "AND" calculation as the set of available frequencies.
In this way, different ATs can camp on different frequencies.
2.2.7 Access Hashing Channel Mask List

(AccessHashingChannelLstMask)
Description
This parameter indicates the access hashing channel mask list sent in the
SectorParametersMessage. The format is ARFCN&CHMASK.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOSPM
Query: LST DOSPM
Value Range
The mask range is 065535; the frequency range is 02047
Default Value
0
Setting Tradeoff
None.
Remarks
None.
2.2.8 Route Update Trigger Code Included

(RouteUpdateTriggerCodeIncluded)
Description
This parameter indicates whether to carry the route update trigger code in the specified
SectorParametersMessage.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOSPM
Query: LST DOSPM
Value Range
Default Value
YES (Included)
Setting Tradeoff
None.
Remarks
None.
2.2.9 Route Update Trigger Code (RouteUpdateTriggerCode)

Description
This parameter and the subnet ID together identify an entity in the route update trigger list to
trigger the Route Update message.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOSPM
Query:
LST DOSPM
Value Range
04095
Default Value
0
Setting Tradeoff
None.
Remarks
RouteUpdateTriggerCode is similar to the RegZone mechanism in 1x networks. It can be used
as a paging registration method. The AN carries RouteUpdateTriggerCode and
RouteUpdateTriggerMaxAge in the SectorParametersMessage. RouteUpdateTriggerCode
indicates the carrier code. RouteUpdateTriggerMaxAge indicates the lifecycle of the code.
The AT stores a code list RouteUpdateTriggerCodeList. Each item of the list is (Subnet,
RouteUpdateTriggerCode). RouteUpdateTriggerCodeListSize, the length of the list, is
determined upon negotiation between the AN and the AT and ranges from 1 to 5.
2.2.10 Maximum Duration of the Route Update Trigger Code

Timer (RouteUpdateTriggerMaxAge)
Description
This parameter indicates the longest time that the trigger code list can be kept in the route
update trigger code list. When an entity stays in the route update trigger list for more than
2^(RouteUpdateTriggerMaxAge) *.28, the entity is deleted from the route update trigger code
list.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOSPM
Query: LST DOSPM
Value Range
015
Default Value
0
Setting Tradeoff
When the value of this parameter is too large, the items (Subnet, RouteUpdateTriggerCode)
are kept for a long time and it is difficult to add a Better item (Subnet,
RouteUpdateTriggerCode) to the list. When the value of this parameter is too small, however,
the AT frequently sends the RUM message and the items (Subnet, RouteUpdateTriggerCode)
are frequently updated, causing a heavier CPU load.
Remarks
See the description of RouteUpdateTriggerCode.
2.2.11 Prior Session GAUP (PriorSessionGAUP)

Description
This parameter indicates whether to allow the initiation of Prior Session negotiation through
the GAUP.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOSPM

Query: LST DOSPM
Value Range
Default Value
NO (Excluded)
Setting Tradeoff
None.
Remarks
None.
Channel Parameters
3.1 Control Channel Parameters

3.1.1 Control Channel Rate (CCHRATE)
Description
This parameter specifies the rate of the control channels of carriers.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOCCHP
Query: LST DOCCHP
Value Range
RATE76K8 (76.8kbps), RATE38K4 (38.4kbps)
Default Value
RATE76K8 (76.8 kbps)
Setting Tradeoff
The Control Channel data rate is a tradeoff between a more robust Control Channel and
reducing the number of slots needed for transmission of Control Channel information. A
38.4kbps data rate provides a more reliable Control Channel since it uses a repetition factor of
9.6 versus a repetition factor of 4.8 for the 76.8kbps rate.
A Control Channel rate of 76.8kbps requires only 8 slots for a 1024 bit physical layer packet,
while the 38.4kbps rate requires 16 slots for the same packet. The reduction in the number of
Control Channel Slots needed for a 76.8kbps rates allows those slots to be used for user traffic,
thus improving overall data throughput.
A Control Channel Rate of 76.8 kbps is usually sufficiently reliable for ATs that support dual
receive diversity.
Remarks
The control channel preamble uses the MAC index to represent the rate used by a control
channel packet.
Table 3-1 lists the mapping between MAX indexes and control channel rates.
Table 3-1 Mapping between control channel rates and MAC indexes
MACIndex
Control Channel Rate
CCH Packet Format
76.8 kbps
(1024, 8, 512)
38.4 kbps
(1024, 16, 1024)
3.1.2 Offset of the Control Channel Capsule (CAPSULEOFFSET)

Description
This parameter specifies the offset of the synchronous control channel relative to the control
channel cycle, that is, the offset shown in Figure 3-1. With the offset, the start time of a
control channel capsule of a sector can be different from the start time of a control channel
capsule of an adjacent sector. This reduces interference and increases the probability that the
synchronous control capsule is correctly demodulated by the AT.
Figure 3-1 Transmit cycle of the control channel
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOCCHP
Query: LST DOCCHP
Value Range
03 in the unit of timeslots
Default Value
0
Setting Tradeoff
Using variable Offsets prevents the Control Channel synchronous capsule of one sector from
interfering with the Control Channel synchronous capsule of another sector with a different
Offset. Control Channel Offset should be planned such that topographically adjacent sectors
should have different values. This way simultaneous Control channel transmissions from
adjacent sectors would be avoided and raising the interference levels to all sectors would be
avoided as well.
Remarks
The AN should transmit MAC layer packets of a synchronous capsule on the control channel
in the following ways
1.
The transmission of the first MAC layer is started at the time T. T meets the following
equation T mod 256 = Offset.
2.
The transmission of the rest MAC layer packets of the synchronous capsule is started at
the first T after the previous packet is transmitted. T meets the following equation T mod
4 = Offset.
Here, T is the CDMA system time in the unit of timeslots. The offset is the specified
Offset value in the control channel capsule header of the first control channel MAC layer
packet in the synchronous capsule.
3.2 Access Channel Parameters

3.2.1 Access Channel Probe Cycle (ACYCLEDURATION)
Description
This parameter specifies the time instants at which the access terminal may start an access
probe. An access probe may begin only at times T such that
T mod AccessCycleDuration = 0, where T is the system time in slots.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOAPM
Query: LST DOAPM

Value Range
SLOT8 (8 TIMESLOTS), SLOT16 (16 TIMESLOTS), SLOT32 (32 TIMESLOTS), SLOT64
(64 TIMESLOTS), SLOT128 (128 TIMESLOTS)
Default Value
SLOT64 (64 TIMESLOTS).
Setting Tradeoff
If this parameter is set too low, the access terminal will send access probes more frequently.
This may result in insufficient time diversity between the access probes, resulting in larger
number of access probes and higher reverse link interference. If the parameter is set too large,
then the access terminal would have to wait longer before sending access probes, resulting in
a longer connection setup time.
Remarks
None.
3.2.2 Access Probe Preamble Frame Length (PRBLEN)

Description
This parameter defines the number of frames in an access probe preamble. In each access
probe, the pilot portion (I-channel) is enabled first and serves as the preamble. The data
portion (Q-channel) is enabled after PreambleLength frames, that is, after PreambleLength*16
timeslots.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOAPM
Query: LST DOAPM
Value Range
17 in 16 timeslots
Default Value
2
Setting Tradeoff
If the parameter is set too low, then the access network may not be able to reliably detect the
access probes, requiring the access terminal to transmit larger number of access probes
causing additional reverse link interference. A low setting may also impact resources at the
base station since additional CSM resources may be required to detect shorter preambles. If
set too high, Access Channel capacity is wasted as a smaller preamble size would have been
sufficient.
Remarks
None.
3.2.3 Maximum Capsule Length (CAPSULELENMAX)

Description
This parameter defines the maximum number of frames in an Access Channel capsule.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOAPM
Query: LST DOAPM
Value Range
27 in 16 timeslots
Default Value
2
Setting Tradeoff
This parameter specifies the maximum capsule length. The actual capsule length can be
smaller depending on the message that is being transmitted. There is no disadvantage in
setting this to a larger value, but typically 2 frames is enough to carry all messages.
Remarks
None.
3.2.4 AT Open Loop Power Estimation (OLOOPADJUST)

Description
This parameter specifies the adjustment to nominal power to be used by an access terminal in
the open loop power estimate. The AT uses this parameter to estimate the average open loop
output power (X0) of the pilot channel in an access probe. X0 is calculated according to the
following formula
X0 = Mean Received Power (dBm) + OpenLoopAdjust + ProbeInitialAdjust
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOAPM
Query: LST DOAPM
Value Range
0255 in -1 dB
Default Value
74
Setting Tradeoff
If this engineering value is set too high, then the access terminal will transmit the access
probes at a very high power, causing unnecessary interference. If the engineering value is set
too low, then the access terminal would transmit at a very low power, and the access network
may not be able to reliably detect them. As a result, the loading on the Access Channel would
be higher with a consequently increased probability of collisions.
Remarks
None.
3.2.5 Open Loop Power Estimate Correction Factor

(PRBINIADJUST)
Description
This parameter defines the power correction factor of the first access probe in the access
probe sequence. It is used with AT Open Loop Power Estimation (OLOOPADJUST) to
calculate the average open loop output power. For details, see the description of
OLOOPADJUST.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOAPM
Query: LST DOAPM
Value Range
-16 to 15 in the unit of dB
Default Value
0
Setting Tradeoff
If this parameter is set too low, then the access terminal would transmit the access probes at a
very low power, and the access network may not be able to reliably detect them. As a result,
the loading on the Access Channel would be higher with a consequently increased probability
of collisions. If this parameter is set too high, then the access terminal would transmit the
access probes at a very high power, causing unnecessary interference.
Remarks
None.
3.2.6 Maximum Number of Access Probes (PRBNUMSTEP)

Description
This parameter specifies the maximum number of access probes that can be transmitted by
access terminals in a single access probe sequence. Figure 3-2 shows the structure of an
access probe sequence. In the access probe sequence, Np is the maximum number of access
probes and Ns is the maximum number of access probe sequences in an access attempt.
Figure 3-2 Structure of an access probe sequence
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOAPM
Query: LST DOAPM
Value Range
115
Default Value
5
Setting Tradeoff
If this parameter is set too low, the access terminal may send too few probes to be reliably
detected by the access network, resulting in unnecessarily failed or delayed access attempts. If
this parameter is set too high, reverse link interference will be increased. A high setting also
may also impact the performance of a hybrid AT since the AT will not tune away to the 1x
network during the access attempt.
Remarks
PWRSTEP and PRBNUMSTEP are correlated and need to be set together.
3.2.7 Probe Power UP Step (PWRSTEP)

Description
This parameter defines the increase in power between successive probes within the same
sequence, in resolution of 0.5 dB. The AT sends the pilot channel of the (i)th access probe in
an access probe sequence using the power X0 + (i-1)* PowerStep.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOAPM
Query: LST DOAPM
Value Range
0-15 in 0.5 dB
Default Value
8
Setting Tradeoff
If this parameter is set too low, then the access terminal may need to send more access probes,
resulting in an increased loading on the Access Channel and a consequent increased
probability of collisions. If this parameter is set too high, then there will be a higher
probability of the access probes being detected at the expense of increased interference on the
reverse link.
Remarks
None.
3.2.8 Access Persistence Vector 0/1/2/3 (PERSISTENCE0/1/2/3)

Description
This parameter defines the Access Persistence value of the users of classes 0, 1, 2, and 3. The
AT determines the access probability based on the APersistence value.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOAPM
Query: LST DOAPM

Value Range
Hexadecimal numerals with equal to or smaller than two digits. The maximum value is 0x3F,
at which the access is forbidden.
Default Value
0x00
Setting Tradeoff
If this parameter is set lower than the recommended value (i.e. set to 0), then the access
terminal would always pass the persistence test. This reduces the randomness in the access
procedure, and may result in more collisions. If this parameter is set too high, then it would be
harder for the access terminal to pass the persistence test, leading to unnecessarily long access
delays.
Remarks
Before the first probe of a sequence is sent, the AT must detect persistence. An even
distribution random number x (0 < x < 1) is generated. Compare x to the persistence
possibility p. If x < p, detection succeeds. If the number of persistence detection success or
failure times exceeds 4/p, the AT can be sent within the access channel cycle. If p is not equal
to 0, the AT must repeat the preceding persistence detection from the beginning of next access
channel cycle. If p is equal to 0, the AT cannot access the network.
3.2.9 Access Marco Diversity Switch (ACCMACRODIVSWITCH)

Description
This parameter indicates whether to enable the access macro diversity function.
Type
It is a parameter at module level.
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOHO
Query: LST DOHO
Value Range
ON (ON), OFF (OFF)
Default Value
ON(ON)
Setting Tradeoff
In an area where pilot pollution is severe, the access macro diversity function can be enabled
to improve the access probability.
Remarks
The access macro diversity function refers to establishing multiple branches for the AT so that
the AT directly enters the soft handoff status.
3.2.10 Enhanced Access Parameters Included

(ENHACCPARAIND)
Description
This parameter specifies whether to support enhanced access parameters. The parameters
described in sections 4.2.11 through 4.2.16 are enhanced access parameters.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOAPM
Query: LST DOAPM
Value Range
YES (INCLUDED), NO (NOINCLUDED)
Default Value
YES (INCLUDED)
Setting Tradeoff
None.
Remarks
None.
3.2.11 Slot-Based Access Preamble Length

(PREAMBLELENSLOT)
Description
This parameter defines the access preamble length in the unit of timeslots.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOAPM
Query: LST DOAPM
Value Range
Slot4 (4TIMESSLOTS), Slot16 (16TIMESSLOTS) in the unit of timeslots
Default Value
Slot4 (4TIMESSLOTS)
Setting Tradeoff
If this parameter is set to a value too large, the probability of access success of the AT
increases and the access time is shortened. This, however, increases the reverse power of the
AT and the reverse interference of the system and lowers the reverse capacity of the system.
This parameter takes effect in the Enhanced Access Channel Protocol.
Remarks
For a DO A terminal, the priority of this parameter is higher than the access probe preamble
length parameter PRBLEN, that is, the DO A terminal uses the access preamble length
defined by PREAMBLELENSLOT. Otherwise, the DO A terminal uses the access preamble
length defined by PRBLEN.
3.2.12 Maximum Rate of Access Channel

(SECTORACCMAXRATE)
Description
This parameter defines the maximum data rate at which the access terminal is allowed to
transmit on the access channel.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOAPM
Query: LST DOAPM
Value Range
kbps96 (9.6 kbps), kbps192 (19.2 kbps), kbps384 (38.4 kbps)
Default Value
kbit/s384 (38.4 kbps)
Setting Tradeoff
If this parameter is set to a value too large, the access rate of the access channel is improved
but reverse interference increases and the capacity is reduced. If this parameter is set to a
value too small, data can be split into multiple MAC packets before it is sent and the access
time is prolonged.
Remarks
To send data on an access channel, the AT must do the following
1. Determine the maximum transmission rate.
2. Determine the final transmit rate according to the payload of the maximum transmission
rate and the actual data size. The actual data size must be equal to or greater than the
minimum payload size of the selected transmission rate and equal to or smaller than the
maximum payload. The following table lists the mapping between transmission rates and
payload.
3.2.13 Probe Timeout Adjustment (PROBETIMEOUTADJUST)

Description
This parameter specifies the timeout adjustment of each access probe. It is used to calculate
the sending time of an access probe.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOAPM
Query: LST DOAPM
Value Range
SLOT0 (OTIMESLOT), 16 SLOT16 (16TIMESLOT), 32, 48, 64, 80, 92, 112 in time slots
Default Value
SLOT0 (OTIMESLOT)
Setting Tradeoff
None.
Remarks
During the calculation of the sending time of the next access probe,
PROBETIMEOUTADJUST must be subtracted on the basis of the probe back-off.
3.2.14 Nominal Pilot Strength (PILOTSTRNOMINAL)

Description
This parameter specifies the reference pilot strength used during the estimation of open loop
output power of the AT. The AT compares the actual pilot strength with the value of
PILOTSTRNOMINAL to determine its open loop output power.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOAPM
Query: LST DOAPM
Value Range
DBN4(-4dB), DBN 3(-3dB), DBN 2(-2dB), DBN 1(-1dB), DB 0(0dB), DB 1(1dB), DB
2(2dB), DB3(3dB),in the unit of dB
Default Value
DB0 (0 dB)
Setting Tradeoff
This parameter needs to be set according to OLOOPADJUST and PRBINIADJUST. If this
parameter is set to a value too large, the access power is too large and the reverse load of the
sector increases. If this parameter is set to a value too small, the access time increases when
interference exists in the sector.
Remarks
The current pilot strength is taken into consideration of the open loop power estimate. In this
way, the access duration is not increased, although the initial power estimate is excessively
small due to great interference.
3.2.15 Maximum Pilot Strength Correction

(PILOTSTRCORTMAX)
Description
This parameter specifies the maximum pilot strength correction used during the estimation of
open loop output power of the AT.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOAPM
Query: LST DOAPM
Value Range
DB0(0dB), DB 1(1dB), DB 2(2dB), DB3(3dB)1,
DB4(4dB), DB5(5dB) in the unit of dB
Default Value
DB0 (0 dB)
Setting Tradeoff
If this parameter is set to a low value, the open loop power estimate is insufficient when the
pilot interference increases. The access delay increases, and an access failure may occur.
Remarks
None.
3.2.16 Minimum Pilot Strength Correction

(PILOTSTRCORTMIN)
Description
This parameter defines the minimum pilot strength correction during the estimation of open
loop output power of the AT.
Type
It is a parameter at carrier level. It is an enhanced MAC protocol parameter for the access
channel.
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOAPM
Query: LST DOAPM
Value Range
DB0(0dB), DBN 1(-1dB), DBN 2(-2dB), DBN 3(-3dB), DBN 4(-4dB), DBN 5(-5dB) in the
unit of dB
Default Value
DB0 (0 dB)
Setting Tradeoff
If this parameter is set to a high value, the open loop power estimate is too large when the
pilot strength is reduced. The reverse interference increases.
Remarks
None.
3.3 RA Channel Parameters

3.3.1 RAB Length (RAB_LENGTH)
Description
This parameter indicates the number of timeslots used for sending the reverse active bit (RAB)
of the EV-DO Rel0 carrier. It is effective for DO 0 terminals only.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOSP
Query: LST DORRMP
Value Range
8, 16, 32, 64 in the unit of timeslots
Default Value
8
Setting Tradeoff
If this parameter is set low, the AT can quickly react to reverse link changes detected by the
AN. If this parameter is set high, the ATs response time is slower, but results in less ROT
variations.
Remarks
The RAB is transmitted through the RA channel which is the sub-channel of forward Medium
Access Control (MAC) channel. The allocated MAC Index of the RA channel is 4.
3.3.2 RAB Offset (RAB_OFFSET)

Description
This Parameter indicates the starting slot of the Reverse Activity bits. This parameter is
effectively for EVDO Rel0 systems only. The sending timeslot of the AT is RABOffset x
RABLength / 8.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOSP
Query: LST DORRMP
Value Range
0 to 7
Default Value
Different values are allocated for adjacent sectors. The default value is 0.
Setting Tradeoff
Distinct RAB Offsets on adjacent sectors minimizes oscillations, which can occur if
neighboring sectors decrease rate (RAB=1) at the same time and then all increase rate
(RAB=0) at the same time. Avoiding synchronization of the AT rate changes lowers variations
in ROT, which may lead to increased capacity and stability.
Remarks
RABLength and RABOffset are no longer used in an EV-DO RevA system.
3.3.3 Reverse Active Channel Gain (RACGAIN)

Description
This parameter specifies the reverse active channel gain.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOSP
Query: LST DORRMP
Value Range
DBN6 (-6 dB)/ DBN 9 (-9 dB)/ DBN 12 (-12 dB)/ DBN 15 (-15 dB)
Default Value
DBN 12 (-12 dB)
Setting Tradeoff
If this parameter is set to a large value, the RA channel can be more correctly demodulated.
Remarks
None.
Handoff Parameters
4.1 Co-Channel Pilot Set Management

4.1.1 Maximum Branch Number for Active Set
(HOMAXBRANCHNUM)
Description
This parameter indicates the maximum number of branches in the active set for soft handoff.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOHO
Query: LST DOHO
Value Range
26
Default Value
3
Setting Tradeoff
If this parameter is set to a large value, the transmission performance of the reverse link of a
single AT is improved but fewer subscribers can be supported in the system. If this parameter
is set to a small value, the transmission performance of the reverse link of a single AT
degrades but more subscribers can be supported in the system.
Remarks
None.
4.1.2 Whether to Allow a Soft Handoff in the Case of Different

Active Sets (DIFFASSWITCH)
Description
This parameter indicates whether to trigger soft handoff when the active set of the AT is
different from the active set of the AN.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOHO
Query: LST DOHO
Value Range
YES (ALLOWED), NO (PROHIBITED)
Default Value
YES (ALLOWED)
Setting Tradeoff
If the active set of the AT is different from the active set of the AN and soft handoff is not
permitted, handoff can be delayed or call drop can be caused.
Remarks
None.
4.2 Pilot Search Management

4.2.1 Search Window Size Contain Flag (NSRCHWININC)
Description
This parameter indicates whether the size of the neighbor set search window is included in the
SPM. If the size of the neighbor search window is included in the message, AT will use
NSRCHWINSIZE as its neighbor set search window size. If it is not included in the message,
AT will use a negotiation parameter as its neighbor set search window size.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD NBRPARA
Query: LST NBRPARA
Value Range
YES, NO
Default Value
NO
Setting Tradeoff
None.
Remarks
None.
4.2.2 Search Window Size (NSRCHWINSIZE)

Description
This parameter specifies the search window size for the neighbor set branch used by the AT in
idle state. If NeighborSearchWindowSizeIncluded is set to 0, this parameter is ineffective.
If NeighborSearchWindowSizeIncluded is set to 1, NSRCHWINSIZE is the search
window size used by the pilots of neighbor cells.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD NBRPARA
Query: LST NBRPARA
Value Range
4 chips, 6 chips, 8 chips, 10 chips, 14 chips, 20 chips, 28 chips, 40 chips, 60 chips, 80 chips,
100 chips, 130 chips, 160 chips, 226 chips, 320 chips, 452 chips
Default Value
60 chips
Setting Tradeoff
If the parameter is set too low, usable multipath may be missed. In addition, the interrupt
frequency (by fingers declaring the end of search) is increased, thereby affecting the
performance of the access terminal. If the parameter is set too high, the access terminal
searcher may pick up pilots other than the intended one. In addition, a high setting requires
longer search time, unnecessarily impacting performance.
Remarks
For the pilots in the active set, the AT centers the search window on the earliest usable
multipath. Each pilot in the neighbor set uses the timing defined by AT time reference. The AT
can center the search window on the pilot PN sequence offset plus the search window offset
defined in the NeighborSearchWindowOffset field.
4.2.3 Search Window Offset Included Flag

(NSRCHWINOFFSETINC)
Description
This parameter specifies whether the SPM includes the search window offset for the neighbor
set branch. If it is included, NSRCHWINOFFSET is used for searching. If it is not included,
the default search window offset is used for the neighbor set branch.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD NBRPARA

Query: LST NBRPARA
Value Range
YES, NO
Default Value
NO
Setting Tradeoff
None.
Remarks
None.
4.2.4 Search Window Offset of Neighbor Set Branch

(NSRCHWINOFFSET)
Description
This parameter specifies the search window offset for the neighbor set branch used by the AT
in idle state.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD NBRPARA
Query: LST NBRPARA
Value Range
06
All Offset values are enumerated in a list on the maintenance console.
Table 2 lists the mapping between the values of air interface messages and the values of the
search window offset.
Table 4-1 Search window offset coding

SearchWindowsOffset
Offset (PN Chips)
WindowSize26/2
WindowSize
3*WindowSize/2
-WindowSize/2
-WindowSize
-3*WindowSize/2
Spare
Default Value
0
Setting Tradeoff
None.
Remarks
NSRCHWINOFFSET and NSRCHWINSIZE determine the center of the search window.
4.2.5 Search Window Size of Neighbor Set Branch Included

(NSRCHWININC)
Description
This parameter indicates whether the size of the neighbor search window is included in the
neighbor list message. If the size of the neighbor search window is included in the neighbor
list message, NSRCHWINSIZE is used for searching. If it is not included in the neighbor list
message, a negotiation parameter is used for searching.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DONBRPARA
Query: LST DONBRPARA

Value Range
YES, NO
Default Value
NO
Setting Tradeoff
None.
Remarks
None.
4.2.6 Search Window Size of Neighbor Set Branch

(NSRCHWINSIZE)
Description
This parameter specifies the search window size for the neighbor set branch used by the AT in
service state. If SearchWindowSizeIncluded is set to 0, this parameter is ineffective. If
SearchWindowSizeIncluded is set to 1, NSRCHWINSIZE is the search window size used
by the pilots of neighbor cells.
Type
Command Line
Value Range
4 chips, 6 chips, 8 chips, 10 chips, 14 chips, 20 chips, 28 chips, 40 chips, 60 chips, 80 chips,
100 chips, 130 chips, 160 chips, 226 chips, 320 chips, 452 chips
Default Value
60 chips
Setting Tradeoff
See the description of NSRCHWINSIZE.
Remarks
See the description of NSRCHWINSIZE.
4.2.7 Search Window Offset of Neighbor Set Branch Included

(NSRCHWINOFFSETINC)
Description
This parameter specifies whether the neighbor list message includes the search window offset
for the neighbor set branch. If the search window offset is included, use
NSRCHWINOFFSET for searching. If the search window offset is not included, use the
default search window offset for the neighbor set branch.
Type
Command Line
Value Range
YES, NO
Default Value
NO
Setting Tradeoff
None.
Remarks
None.
4.2.8 Search Window Offset of Neighbor Set Branch

(NSRCHWINOFFSET)
Description
This parameter specifies the search window offset for the neighbor set branch used by the AT
in service state.
Type
Command Line
Value Range
06 (Table 2 lists the mapping between the values of air interface messages and the values of
the search window offset)
Default Value
0
Setting Tradeoff
None.
Remarks
NSRCHWINOFFSET and the PN offset determine the center of the search window.
4.3 Virtual Soft Handoff

4.3.1 Virtual Soft Handoff Monitor Timer Length
(SHOMONITORT)
Description
This parameter defines the maximum duration of virtual soft handoff.
Type
It is a parameter at subrack level.
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOSDUPARA
Query: LST DOSDUPARA
Value Range
110 in seconds
Default Value
3
Setting Tradeoff
If this parameter is set to a value too small, the success rate of soft handoff can be lowered. If
this parameter is set to a value too large, the system waiting time can increase.
Remarks
None.
4.4 Intra-AN Hard Handoff (Parameters Related to EV-DO

Intra-Frequency Hard Handoff)
4.4.1 EV-DO Intra-Frequency Hard Handoff Switch
(SFDOHHOSW)
Description
This parameter indicates whether to enable EV-DO intra-frequency hard handoff.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOPHOALG
Query: LST DFNBRPARA

Value Range
ON (ON), OFF (OFF)
Default Value
OFF (OFF)
Setting Tradeoff
None.
Remarks
None.
4.4.2 Relative Threshold of Co-Frequency Hard Handoff

(RELATHRESH)
Description
This parameter defines the minimum strength difference between the target active set of
co-frequency hard handoff and the target active set of soft handoff for triggering co-frequency
hard handoff. When the strength difference between the target active set of co-frequency hard
handoff and the target active set of soft handoff is higher than the value of this parameter,
co-frequency hard handoff is triggered.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOHHOSF
Query: LST DORRMP
Value Range
0 to 63 in 0.5 dB
Default Value
5 (2.5 dB)
Setting Tradeoff
If the value of this parameter is smaller, it is easier to trigger co-frequency hard handoff.
Remarks
None.
4.4.3 Outgoing Handoff Threshold of Intra-Frequency Hard

Handoff (SRCABSTHRESH)
Description
This parameter defines the pilot strength of the AT required for co-frequency hard handoff
from the source cell to the target cell.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOHHOSF
Query: LST DORRMP
Value Range
0 to 63 in -0.5 dB
Default Value
8 (-4 dB)
Setting Tradeoff
None.
Remarks
None.
4.4.4 Handoff Threshold of the Target Carrier Handoff of the

Intra-frequency Hard Handoff (TRGABSTHRESH)
Description
This parameter defines the signal strength of the target cell for triggering co-frequency hard
handoff.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOHHOSF
Query: LST DORRMP
Value Range
0 to 63 in -0.5 dB
Default Value
4
Setting Tradeoff
If this parameter is set to a value too small, co-frequency hard handoff can be easily triggered
but the radio environment of the AT cannot be guaranteed after the handoff. If this parameter
is set to a value too large, co-frequency hard handoff is hard to trigger but the radio
environment of the AT can be guaranteed after the handoff.
Remarks
None.
4.5 Intra-AN Hard Handoff (Parameters Related to

RTD-Based Hard Handoff)
4.5.1 EV-DO RTD Hard Handoff Switch (RTDDOHHOSW)
Description
This parameter specifies whether to enable DO RTD hard handoff.
Type
Command Line
Value Range
ON (ON), OFF (OFF)
Default Value
OFF (OFF)
Setting Tradeoff
None.
Remarks
None.
4.5.2 Maximum Loop Delay Threshold in the Center

(CENTERTHRLD)
Description
This parameter specifies the maximum loop delay threshold in the center of RTD hard
handoff.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOHHORTD
Query: LST DORRMP
Value Range
065535 in chips
Default Value
20
Setting Tradeoff
If this parameter is set to a larger value, the distance from the hard handoff area to the source
cell is larger and the hard handoff is triggered later. If this parameter is set to a smaller value,
the distance from the hard handoff area to the source cell is smaller and the hard handoff is
triggered earlier.
Remarks
None.
4.5.3 Maximum Loop Delay Threshold at the Border

(BORDERTHRLD)
Description
This parameter specifies the maximum loop delay threshold at the border.
Type
Command Line
Query: LST DORRMP
Value Range
065535 in chips
Default Value
50
Setting Tradeoff
This parameter should be set along with CENTERTHRLD.
Remarks
None.
4.5.4 Absolute Threshold of Ec/Io Strength for RTD Hard Handoff

at the Border (ECIOTHRLD)
Description
This parameter specifies the Ec/Io strength required for RTD hard handoff of the AT in the
center of RTD hard handoff.
Type
Command Line
Query: LST DORRMP
Value Range
-63 to 0 in 0.5 dB
Default Value
-4 (-2 dB)
Setting Tradeoff
If this parameter is set to a value too large, handoff can be delayed. If this parameter is set to a
value too small, hard handoff takes place at an earlier time and as a result the target BTS may
fail to capture the signal of the AT.
Remarks
None.
4.6 Intra-AN Hard Handoff (Parameters Related to DRC

Hard Handoff)
4.6.1 EV-DO DRC Hard Handoff Switch (DRCDOHHOSW)
Description
This parameter specifies whether to enable DO DRC hard handoff.
Type
Command Line
Value Range
ON (ON), OFF (OFF)
Default Value
OFF (OFF)
Setting Tradeoff
None.
Remarks
None.
4.6.2 Percentage Threshold of DRC Value Being Zero

(ZERONUMTHRLD)
Description
This parameter defines the threshold of the percentage of DRC Values being zero to trigger
DRC hard handoff.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOHHODRC
Query: LST DORRMP
Value Range
0100 in %
Default Value
20
Setting Tradeoff
If this parameter is set to a value too large, hard handoff can be triggered at a time too late and
thus hard handoff may fail. If this parameter is set to a value too small, hard handoff may take
place at a time too early and thus the target BTS may fail to capture the signal of the AT.
Remarks
None.
4.6.3 Absolute Threshold of Ec/Io Strength for DRC Hard

Handoff (ECIOTHRLD)
Description
This parameter specifies the Ec/Io strength for triggering RTD hard handoff.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOHHODRC
Query: LST DORRMP
Value Range
-63 to 0 in 0.5 dB
Default Value
-4
Setting Tradeoff
If this parameter is set to a larger value, it is more difficult to trigger hard handoff. If this
parameter is set to a smaller value, it is easier to trigger hard handoff.
Remarks
None.
4.7 Intra-AN Hard Handoff (Parameters Related to Hard

Handoff Based on the Reverse Link Quality)
4.7.1 EV-DO Link Quality Hard Handoff Switch
(LNKDOHHOSW)
Description
This parameter specifies whether to enable hard handoff based on the DO link quality.
Type
Command Line
Value Range
ON (ON), OFF (OFF)
Default Value
OFF (OFF)
Setting Tradeoff
None.
Remarks
None.
4.7.2 Low Link Quality Hard Handoff PER Threshold

(PERGOODTHRLD)
Description
This parameter defines the lower PER threshold of hard handoff based on the link quality.
Type

Command Line
Modify: MOD DOHHOLQ
Query: LST DORRMP
Value Range
01000 in 0.10%
Default Value
50
Setting Tradeoff
Remarks
None.
4.7.3 High Link Quality Hard Handoff PER Threshold

(PERBADTHRLD)
Description
This parameter defines the upper PER threshold for triggering hard handoff based on the link
quality.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOHHOLQ
Query: LST DORRMP
Value Range
01000 in 0.10%
Default Value
500
Setting Tradeoff
Remarks
None.
4.7.4 Absolute Threshold of Ec/Io Strength for Hard Handoff

Based on the Link Quality (ECIOTHRLD)
Description
This parameter defines the absolute threshold of the Ec/Io strength for triggering hard handoff
based on the link quality.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOHHOLQ
Query: LST DORRMP
Value Range
-63 to 0 in 0.5 dB
Default Value
-4
Setting Tradeoff
The larger value of this parameter, the more difficult to trigger hard handoff. The smaller
value of this parameter, the easier to trigger hard handoff.
Remarks
None.
4.7.5 History Weight of Average History PER (HISPERWGHT)

Description
This parameter specifies the weight of the average history PER during the calculation of the
average history PER.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOHHOLQ
Query: LST DORRMP
Value Range
0100 in 0.01
Default Value
50
Setting Tradeoff
If this parameter is set to a larger value, the history PER has greater influence on the handoff
trigger condition. If this parameter is set to a smaller value, the history PER has greater
influence on the current instantaneous PER on the handoff trigger condition.
Remarks
None.
4.8 Intra-AN Hard Handoff (Parameters Related to

Inter-Frequency Handoff)
4.8.1 EV-DO OFS HHO Switch (OFSDOHHOSW)
Description
This parameter indicates the state of the EV-DO inter-frequency hard handoff switch.
Type
Command Line
Value Range
ON (ON), OFF (OFF)
Default Value
OFF (OFF)
Setting Tradeoff
None.
Remarks
When the switch is on, hard handoff is performed when the inter-frequency hard handoff
trigger condition is met.
4.8.2 OFS HHO Relative Threshold (RELTHRLD)

Description
This parameter defines the relative threshold for the Ec/Io strength for triggering OFS hard
handoff.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOHHOOFS
Query: LST DORRMP
Value Range
063 in 0.5 dB
Default Value
5
Setting Tradeoff
None.
Remarks
None.
4.9 Intra-AN Hard Handoff (Other Parameters)

4.9.1 Intra-AN Hard Handoff Macro Diversity Switch
(INTRAANHHOMACRODIVSW)
Description
This parameter specifies whether intra-AN hard handoff macro diversity is allowed, that is,
whether multiple hard handoff targets are allowed during a hard handoff of the calls on this
module.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOHO
Query: LST DOHO
Value Range
ON (ON), OFF (OFF)
Default Value
ON (ON)
Setting Tradeoff
When the hard handoff macro diversity function is enabled, the AT can switch to multiple
target carriers in a hard handoff. In this way, the soft handoff gain is timely utilized and the
hard handoff success rate is improved. If too many target carriers are configured for a hard
handoff, however, too many resources can be transiently occupied.
Remarks
None.
4.9.2 Maximum Number of Branches for an EV-DO Hard Handoff

(DOHHOMAXTARGNUM)
Description
This parameter specifies the maximum number of branches for the target active set in a hard
handoff. According to the protocol, the active set of an AT supports up to six branches.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOHO
Query: LST DOHO
Value Range
1 to 6
Default Value
6
Setting Tradeoff
None.
Remarks
None.
4.10 Inter-AN Hard Handoff

4.10.1 Inter-AN Hard Handoff Switch (INTERANHHODIVSW)
Description
This parameter specifies whether to enable inter-AN hard handoff.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOHO
Query: LST DOHO
Value Range
ON (ON), OFF (OFF)
Default Value
OFF (OFF)
Setting Tradeoff
None.
Remarks
None.
4.10.2 Whether to Enable Inter-AN Handoff Assisted by AN

(ANHOSWITCH)
Description
This parameter indicates whether to enable inter-AN handoff assisted by the AN.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOHO
Query: LST DOHO
Value Range
ON (ON), OFF (OFF)
Default Value
ON (ON)
Setting Tradeoff
None.
Remarks
Decision on inter-AN handoff assisted by the AN means that the AN determines when to set
up the new connection and then releases the original connection.
4.10.3 EV-DO HHO Delay Switch (DOHHOALGSWDELAY)

Description
This parameter works on the target side of EV-DO hard HOs. If this parameter is set to ON,
an AT that is handed off to the target side must delay its next hard HO to avoid ping-pong HO.
Type
It is an internal general parameter at module level.
Command Line
Modification: MOD DOHO
Query: LST DOHO
Value Range
ON (ON), OFF (OFF)
Default Value
ON (ON)
Setting Tradeoff
None.
Remarks
None.
4.10.4 Neighbor AN Call Transfer Switch (DOSHOSW)

Description
This parameter defines a switch for call migration between adjacent ANs.
Type
It is an internal general parameter at BSC level.
Command Line
Modification: MOD NBRAN
Query: LST NBRAN
Value Range
ON (ON), OFF (OFF)
Default Value
OFF (OFF)
Setting Tradeoff
None.
Remarks
None.
4.11 Multi-band HO Parameters

4.11.1 EV-DO Inter-Band Hard Handoff Switch
(DOMULTIBANDHHOSW)
Description
This parameter indicates whether to enable inter-band hard HOs.
Type
It is a general parameter at carrier level.
Command Line
Modification: MOD DOPHOALG
Query: LST DORRMP
Value Range
ON (ON), OFF (OFF)
Default Value
OFF (OFF)
Setting Tradeoff
None.
Remarks
Coverage differences between bands should be considered during inter-band hard HOs.
Reverse Power Control Parameters
5.1 DO A Power Control Parameters

5.1.1 Reverse Target PER (DOAREVPER)
Description
This parameter indicates the package error rate (PER) value that the reverse data of the AT
expects. The PER refers to the ratio of the data packets received with errors to the total data
packets received.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOARPCP
Query: LST DORRMP
Value Range
RPER1 (0.1)RPER300 (30) in 0.1%
Default Value
RPER10 (1), that is, 1%
Setting Tradeoff
When setting the reverse target PER, ensure a tradeoff between the reverse transmit power
and the system load. If this parameter is set to a low value, the transmit power of the AT is
high and the reverse load of the system increases.
Remarks
The reverse PER affects the sector throughput.
5.1.2 Minimum PCT (MINPCT)

Description
This parameter indicates the minimum power control threshold (PCT) value allowed for outer
loop power control.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOARPCP
Query: LST DORRMP
Value Range
-28672 to -12416 in 1/1024 dB
Default Value
- 22016, that is, -21.5 dB
Setting Tradeoff
The same target PER is converged. The PCT value varies with link status, such as the change
in soft handoff branches. Thus, the PCT is changed dynamically, which is defined by
MINPCT and MAXPCT.
Remarks
The minimum PCT value, the initial PCT value, and the maximum PCT value must meet the
following inequalities Minimum PCT value Initial PCT value Maximum PCT value.
5.1.3 Maximum PCT (MAXPCT)

Description
This parameter indicates the maximum PCT value allowed for outer loop power control.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOARPCP
Query: LST DORRMP
Value Range
- 28672 to -12416 in 1/1024 dB
Default Value
- 17920, that is, -17.5 dB
Setting Tradeoff
This parameter and MINPCT define the dynamic change range of PCT.
Remarks
5.1.4 Initial PCT (INITPCT)

Description
This parameter indicates the initial PCT value for outer loop power control. During power
control, the BSC adjusts the PCT value between MINPCT and MAXPCT from time to time.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOARPCP
Query: LST DORRMP
Value Range
- 28672 to -12416 in 1/1024 dB

Default Value
- 18432, that is, -18 dB
Setting Tradeoff
If this parameter is set to a large value, the number of reverse error packets is reduced in the
initial call setup phase and the reverse PER is thus guaranteed. If this parameter is set to a
small value, the PER is high in the initial call setup phase.
Remarks
5.2 DO 0 Power Control Parameters

5.2.1 Reverse Target PER (DOAREVPER)
Description
This parameter indicates the Package Error Rate (PER) value that the reverse data of the AT
expects. The PER refers to the ratio of the data packets received with errors to the total data
packets received.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DORPCP
Query: LST DORRMP
Value Range
199 in 1%
Default Value
1, that is, 1%
Setting Tradeoff
During the setting of the reverse target PER, ensure a tradeoff between the reverse transmit
power and the system load. If this parameter is set to a low value, the transmit power of the
AT is high and the reverse load of the system increases.
Remarks
The reverse PER affects the sector throughput.
5.2.2 Minimum PCT (MINPCT)

Description
This parameter indicates the minimum power control threshold (PCT) value allowed for outer
loop power control.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DORPCP
Query: LST DORRMP
Value Range
-28672 to -12416 in 1/1024 dB
Default Value
- 22528, that is, -22 dB
Setting Tradeoff
The same target PER is converged. The PCT value varies with link status, such as the change
in soft handoff branches. Thus, the PCT is changed dynamically, which is defined by
MINPCT and MAXPCT.
Remarks
5.2.3 Maximum PCT (MAXPCT)

Description
This parameter indicates the maximum PCT value allowed for outer loop power control.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DORPCP
Query: LST DORRMP
Value Range
- 28672 to -12416 in 1/1024 dB
Default Value
- 19456, that is, -19 dB
Setting Tradeoff
This parameter and MINPCT define the dynamic change range of PCT.
Remarks
5.2.4 Initial PCT (INITPCT)

Description
The parameter indicates the initial PCT value for outer loop power control. During power
control, the BSC adjusts the PCT value between MINPCT and MAXPCT from time to time.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DORPCP
Query: LST DORRMP

Value Range
- 28672 to -12416 in 1/1024 dB
Default Value
- 21504, that is, -21 dB
Setting Tradeoff
If this parameter is set to a large value, the number of reverse error packets is reduced in the
initial call setup phase and the reverse PER is thus guaranteed. If this parameter is set to a
small value, the PER is high in the initial call setup phase.
Remarks
Admission Control and Load Control

Parameters
6.1 Hard Assignment Parameters

6.1.1 Carrier Assign Allowed Indicator of EV-DO (ASSALWDO)
Description
This parameter specifies whether hard assignment is allowed in the cell.
Type
It is a parameter at sector level.
Command Line
Modify: MOD/ADD CELL
Query: LST CELL
Value Range
YES (ALLOWED), NO (PROHIBITED)
Default Value
NO (PROHIBITED)
Setting Tradeoff
None.
Remarks
This parameter indicates the hard assignment switch. When this switch is disabled, hard
assignment algorithms are invalid.
6.1.2 EV-DO Multi Band Assignment Switch

(DOMULTIBANDASSIGNSW)
Description
This parameter specifies whether the EV-DO multi-band hard assignment is allowed. If this
parameter is set to ON, a call can be assigned to a suitable channel on any band in the local
sector. If this parameter is set to OFF, a call can be assigned to a suitable channel only on the
access channel. This parameter applies to EV-DO Rev.A terminals only.
Type
It is an internal general parameter at sector level.
Command Line
Modification: MOD/ADD CELL
Query: LST CELL
Value Range
ON (ON), OFF (OFF)
Default Value
OFF (OFF)
Setting Tradeoff
None.
Remarks
Multi-band hard assignment does not apply to EV-DO Rev.0 terminals because the
configuration protocol shows only the bands supported by EV-DO Rev.A terminals. Before
enabling multi-band hard assignment of an EV-DO Rev.0 terminal, check whether it supports
other bands. Disable multi-band hard assignment if the terminal does not support other bands.
6.1.3 EV-DO Reverse RSSI Carrier Assignment Switch

(DOAREVRSSICARRASSNSW)
Description
This parameter specifies whether the RSSI-based reverse hard assignment algorithm function
can be enabled in the cell. If the function is enabled, a call is not assigned to a frequency with
a high RSSI value.
Type
Command Line
Query: LST CELL
Value Range
OFF (OFF),
ON1 (ON (BASED ON RSSI ABSOLUTE VALUE)),
ON2 (ON (BASED ON RSSI RELATIVE VALUE DIFFENCE AND EQUIVALENT USER
NUMBER DIFFERNCE))
Default Value
OFF (OFF)
Setting Tradeoff
None.
Remarks
None.
6.1.4 EV-DO RevA Prevision Priority Assign Carrier Switch

(DOAPRVPRIASSSW)
Description
This parameter specifies whether EV-DO RevA prevision priority hard assignment is allowed
in the cell.
Type
Command Line
Query: LST CELL
Value Range
ON (ON), OFF (OFF)
Default Value
OFF (OFF)
Setting Tradeoff
None.
Remarks
None.
6.1.5 Access Priority Assign Carrier Switch

(DOAACCPRIASSSW)
Description
This parameter indicates the access carrier priority switch of hard assignment.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOACAP
Query: LST DORRMP
Value Range
ON (ON), OFF (OFF)

Default Value
OFF (OFF)
Setting Tradeoff
None.
Remarks
None.
6.1.6 EV-DO Assign Carrier Equivalent User Number Threshold

(ASSTHRESH)
Description
This parameter specifies the absolute threshold of the equivalent subscriber number used in
hard assignment.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOACAP
Query: LST DORRMP
Value Range
165535
Default Value
61
Setting Tradeoff
When this parameter is set to an exclusively high value, the possibility of assigning to the
access frequency increases. But this affects the load balancing of carriers. When this
parameter is set to an excessively low value, the possibility of assigning to the access
frequency decreases. But this facilitates the load balancing of carriers.
Remarks
None.
6.1.7 EV-DO Assign Carrier Equivalent User Number Relative

Threshold (ASSRELATHRESH)
Description
This parameter specifies the relative threshold of the equivalent subscriber number used in
hard assignment.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOACAP
Query: LST DORRMP
Value Range
165535
Default Value
4
Setting Tradeoff
When this parameter is set to an exclusively high value, the possibility of assigning to the
access frequency increases. But this affects the load balancing of carriers. When this
parameter is set to an excessively low value, the possibility of assigning to the access
frequency decreases. But this facilitates the load balancing of carriers.
Remarks
None.
6.1.8 EV-DO RevA Carrier Prevision Priority (CARRPRVPRI)

Description
This parameter specifies the prevision priority of DO RevA carriers.

Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOACAP
Query: LST DORRMP
Value Range
DOA(EV-DO REVA PRIORITY), DO0(EV-DO REL0 PRIORITY)
Default Value
DOA(EV-DO REVA PRIORITY)
Setting Tradeoff
None.
Remarks
None.
6.1.9 Hard Assign Equivalent Subscribers (ASSIGNEQUUSERS)

Description
This parameter specifies the equivalent subscriber number for each QoS level used in hard
assignment.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOQOS
Query: LST DOQOS
Value Range
132
Default Value
GOLD(GOLD SUBSCRIBER) 4
SILVER(SILVER SUBSCRIBER) 2
BRONZE(BRONZE SUBSCRIBER) 1
LINE1(PRIVATE LINE SUBSCRIBER 1) 4
Setting Tradeoff
When this parameter is set to a too large or too small value, the determination of carrier load
is affected.
Remarks
The value of this parameter should not be modified.
6.1.10 Pilot Priority Level (PLTPL)

Description
This parameter is used to Modify: the carrier priority level. The carrier priority level enables
the carrier with the highest priority and the lowest load to be chosen when multiple carriers
meet the priority condition.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD CDMACH
Query: LST CDMACH
Value Range
16
Default Value
1
Setting Tradeoff
When this parameter is set to an exclusively high value, the possibility of being assigned to
the frequency increases in the priority hard assignment. When it is set to an excessively low
value, the possibility of being assigned to the frequency decreases.
Remarks
Except for special configuration policies, generally, the carrier priority function is not
recommended in a multi-carrier networking scenario but the same priority (1 by default) is
recommended for all the carriers.
6.2 Admission Control Parameters

6.2.1 Access Control High PRI Invade Switch
(ACCCTRLINVDSW)
Description
This parameter determines whether to allow the flow with high priority to preempt the
resources of the flow with low priority when access control is enabled.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOAFLCP
Query: LST DORRMP
Value Range
ON (ON), OFF (OFF)
Default Value
ON (ON)
Setting Tradeoff
None.
Remarks
None.
6.2.2 Max. VIP Number (MAXVIPNUM)

Description
This parameter indicates the maximum number of private line subscribers on a carrier.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOAFLCP
Query: LST DORRMP
Value Range
1114
Default Value
10
Setting Tradeoff
If the parameter is set to an excessively high value, the throughput of other non-private line
subscribers is seriously affected, and the system performance is also affected.
Remarks
None.
6.2.3 Max. Bandwidth of EF Flow (MAXEFFLOWBW)

Description
This parameter defines the maximum bandwidth that EF flows can seize. It is used for access
control of EF flows.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOAFLCP
Query: LST DORRMP
Value Range
03072000 in bps
Default Value
2150400
Setting Tradeoff
If this parameter is set to a value too small, fewer EF flows are admitted and some available
bandwidth of the system is wasted if there is available bandwidth. If this parameter is set to an
exclusively high value, the access control function is weakened, thus affecting the QoS
satisfaction of subscribers.
Remarks
This parameter is used for access control of EF flows.
6.2.4 Max. Bandwidth of EF And AF Flow (MAXEFAFFLOWBW)

Description
This parameter specifies the total bandwidth that EF flows and AF flows can seize. It is used
for access control of AF flows.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOAFLCP
Query: LST DORRMP
Value Range
03072000 in bps
Default Value
2150400
Setting Tradeoff
If this parameter is set to a value too small, the QoS satisfaction of subscribers is affected. If
the system has available bandwidth, it is a waste of the bandwidth. If this parameter is set to
an exclusively high value, the access control function is weakened, thus affecting the QoS
satisfaction of subscribers.
Remarks
This parameter is used for access control of AF flows.
6.2.5 Max. Slots Occupancy Ratio of EF Flow (MAXEFSLTOCCU)

Description
This parameter specifies the maximum timeslot occupancy ratio of EF flows during access
control.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOAFLCP
Query: LST DORRMP
Value Range
010000 in 0.01%
Default Value
7000, that is, 70%
Setting Tradeoff
If this parameter is set to a value too small, fewer EF flows are admitted and the system
resources and system throughput are affected. If this parameter is set to an exclusively high
value, the access control function is weakened, thus affecting the QoS satisfaction of
subscribers.
Remarks
This parameter is used for access control of EF flows.
6.2.6 Max. Slots Occupancy Ratio of EF And AF Flow

(MAXEFAFSLTOCCU)
Description
This parameter specifies the maximum timeslot occupancy ratio of EF flows and AF flows
during access control.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOAFLCP
Query: LST DORRMP
Value Range
010000 in 0.01%
Default Value
10000, that is, 100%
Setting Tradeoff
If this parameter is set to a value too small, fewer AF flows are admitted and the system
resources and system throughput are affected. If this parameter is set to an exclusively high
value, the access control function is weakened, thus affecting the QoS satisfaction of
subscribers.
Remarks
This parameter is used for access control of AF flows.
6.2.7 Reverse Activation Bit Threshold (RABTHR)

Description
This parameter specifies the ROT threshold of the reverse activation (RA) bit when the
internal mode of the DO channel board is used (that is, the chip of the channel board obtains
ROT and decides the value of the RA bit). Each timeslot of the channel board obtains ROT
and compares ROT with the threshold. If ROT is greater than this parameter value, the RA bit
of this subframe is set to 1, indicating that the sector is busy. If ROT is smaller than this
parameter value, the RA bit of this subframe is set to 0, indicating that the sector is idle.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOARLCP
Query: LST DORRMP
Value Range
12-40 in 0.25 dB
Default Value
15
Setting Tradeoff
5.75 dB is recommended by Qualcomm for this parameter. The default value cannot be used
universally. Set this parameter according to the network load and the radio environment.
Remarks
None.
6.2.8 Maximum Number of Subscribers of EV-DO Rel0 Carriers

(MAX_CHAN_NUM)
Description
This parameter indicates the maximum number of branches that can be set up on an EV-DO
Rel0 carrier.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOSP
Query: LST DORRMP

Value Range
059
Default Value
31
Setting Tradeoff
If this parameter is set to an exclusively high value, the number of subscribers who access the
system increases, but the transmission performance of a single subscriber degrades.
Remarks
None.
6.2.9 Maximum Number of Subscribers of EV-DO RevA Carriers

(DOAMAXCHANNUM)
Description
This parameter indicates the maximum number of branches that can be set up on an EV-DO
RevA carrier.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOSP
Query: LST DORRMP
Value Range
0114
Default Value
61
Setting Tradeoff
If this parameter is set to an exclusively high value, the number of subscribers who access the
system increases, but the transmission performance of a single subscriber degrades.
Remarks
None.
6.3 Load Control Parameters

6.3.1 Reverse Activation Bit Decision Algorithm (RADESNALG)
Description
This parameter specifies an algorithm used for load-based RAB decision during reverse load
control.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DORLCP
Query: LST DORRMP
Value Range
The drop-down menu of the maintenance console provides eight algorithms
ALG0 (ROT) When RoT is overloaded, this algorithm is used to decide overload.
ALG1 (L) When Load is overloaded, this algorithm is used to decide overload.
ALG2 (ROT and L) When both RoT and Load are overloaded, this algorithm is used to
decide overload.
ALG3 (ROT or L) When one of RoT and Load is overloaded, this algorithm is used to decide
overload.
ALG4 (ROT and RSSI) When both RoT and RSSI are overloaded, this algorithm is used to
decide overload.
ALG5 (L and RSSI) When both Load and RSSI are overloaded, this algorithm is used to
decide overload.
ALG6 (ROT and L and RSSI) When RoT, Load and RSSI are overloaded, this algorithm is
used to decide overload.
ALG7 (ROT or L and RSSI) When one of RoT and Load is overloaded as well as RSSI, this
algorithm is used to decide overload.
Default Value
ALG0 (decide overload according to RoT only)
Setting Tradeoff
Changing the value of this parameter is not recommended.
Remarks
Load is calculated by the CSM chip on the EVDO channel board of the BTS according to the
number of reverse active subscribers, the reverse rate, and the strength of received signals.
6.3.2 Reverse Link Silence Period Duration

(ReverseLinkSilenceDuration)
Description
This parameter specifies the duration of the silence period of reverse links.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOSPM
Query: LST DOSPM
Value Range
03 in frames
Default Value
3
Setting Tradeoff
If this parameter is set to a value too small, the AN cannot precisely measure thermal noise
and thus the accuracy of ROT is affected. If this parameter is set to a value too large, the
reverse throughput and access delay are affected.
Remarks
When the background noise algorithm uses the silence period mode, the silence period
parameter settings of the AT must be consistent with those of the BTS.
6.3.3 Reverse Link Silence Period (ReverseLinkSilencePeriod)

Description
This parameter specifies the silence period of reverse links.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOSPM
Query: LST DOSPM
Value Range
03
Default Value
2
Setting Tradeoff
If this parameter is set to a value too small, the reverse throughput and access delay are
affected. If this parameter is set to a value too large, the AN slowly updates the background
noise.
Remarks
None.
6.3.4 Access Channel Load Control Algorithmic Switch

(ACCCHLDCTRLSW)
Description
This parameter enables or disables the load control algorithm of access channels. By using
this parameter, you can use different load control algorithms to control the load of access
channels.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOARLCP
Query: LST DORRMP
Value Range
OFF (OFF), OCCU (BY OCCUPANCY RATIO), OCCUCOLLS
(BY OCCUPANCY RATIO AND COLLISION RATIO)
Default Value
OFF (OFF)
Setting Tradeoff
None.
Remarks
The collision rate measured can be inaccurate. In this case, the load of access channels can be
controlled by using the occupancy ratio only and the maximum value of APersistence must be
strictly restricted.
DO Service Parameters
7.1 Rate Limit Parameters

7.1.1 Forward Limited Rate of Private Line Subscribers
(FWDLMTRATE)
Description
This parameter specifies the maximum forward physical layer rate of DO Rev.A private line
subscribers.
Type
It is a parameter at system level.
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOAQOS
Query: LST DOAQOS
Value Range
RATE9K6 (9.6 kbps), RATE19K2 (19.2 kbps), RATE38K4 (38.4 kbps), RATE76K88 (76.8
kbps), RATE153K6 (153.6 kbps), RATE307K2 (307.2 kbps), RATE614K4 (614.4 kbps)
Default Value
Line1 307.2 kbps
Line2 153.6 kbps
Line3 76.8 kbps

Setting Tradeoff
This parameter limits the forward rate of all private line subscribers. The parameter setting is
related to the operation policy.
Remarks
None.
7.1.2 Reverse Limited Rate of Private Line Subscribers

(REVLMTRATE)
Description
This parameter specifies the maximum reverse physical layer rate of DO Rev.A private line
subscribers.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOAQOS
Query: LST DOAQOS
Value Range
RATE9K6 (9.6 kbps), RATE19K2 (19.2 kbps), RATE38K4 (38.4 kbps), RATE76K88 (76.8
kbps), RATE153K6 (153.6 kbps), RATE307K2 (307.2 kbps), RATE614K4 (614.4 kbps)
Default Value
Line1 153.6 kbps
Line2 76.8 kbps
Line3 38.4 kbps
Setting Tradeoff
This parameter limits the reverse rate of all private line subscribers. The parameter setting is
related to the operation policy.
Remarks
None.
7.1.3 Forward Limited Rate (GRADEFWDLMTRATE)

Description
This parameter specifies maximum forward physical layer rates for EV-DO Rel.0 users of
different classes.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOQOS
Query: LST DOQOS
Value Range
FRATE488 (48.8 kbps), FRATE732 (73.2 kbps), FRATE1464 (146.4 kbps), FRATE2928
(292.8 kbps), FRATE5856 (585.6 kbps), FRATE8784 (878.4 kbps), FRATE11712 (1171.2
kbps), FRATE17568 (1756.8 kbps), FRATE23424 (2342.4 kbps)
Default Value
Gold: FRATE23424 (no limit)
Silver: FRATE11712 (1171.2kbps)
Bronze: FRATE5856 (585.6kbps)
Line1: 307.2kbps
Line2: 153.6kbps
Line3: 76.8kbps
Setting Tradeoff
This parameter relates to the operation policy.
Remarks
None.
7.1.4 Reverse Limited Rate (REVLMTRATE)

Description
This parameter specifies maximum reverse physical layer rates for EV-DO Rel.0 users of
different classes.
Type
Command Line
Modify: MOD DOQOS
Query: LST DOQOS
Value Range
RATE0 (0 kbps), RATE1 (9.6 kbps), RATE2 (19.2 kbps), RATE3 (38.4 kbps), RATE4 (76.8
kbps), RATE5 (153.6 kbps)
Default Value
Gold: RATE5 (153.6kbps)
Silver: RATE4 (76.8kbps)
Bronze: RATE3 (38.4kbps)
Line1: 153.6kbps
Line2: 76.8kbps
Line3: 38.4kbps
Setting Tradeoff
This parameter relates to the operation policy.
Remarks
None.
7.2 RLP Parameters

7.2.1 RLP Data Retransmission Wait Timer Length
(ABORTTLEN)
Description
This parameter indicates the maximum waiting time for the reverse retransmitted data. When
the reverse data is lost, the RLP sends an NAK message and starts this timer. If the reverse
retransmitted data is not received upon expiry of this timer, the RLP transmits the data in the
buffer to the upper layer.
Type
Command Line
Value Range
11000 in milliseconds
Default Value
500
Setting Tradeoff
For delay-sensitive services, this parameter must be set to a small value to meet the delay
requirements of the upper-layer applications but the times that RLP packets are aborted will
increase. For delay-insensitive services, this parameter must be set to a large value to
guarantee the reliability of connections.
Remarks
This parameter is a constant defined in the protocol. Therefore, do not change it unless really
necessary.
7.2.2 RLP Flush Timer Length (FLUSHTLEN)

Description
This parameter defines the maximum time interval at which the RLP sends forward byte flows.
If no forward RLP data is sent upon expiry of this timer, the RLP sends a byte flow that
contains at least the bytes last sent.
Type
Command Line
Value Range
Default Value
300
Setting Tradeoff
For delay-sensitive services, this parameter must be set to a small value to meet the delay
requirements of the upper-layer applications. For delay-insensitive services, this parameter
must be set to a large value to guarantee the reliability of connections.
Remarks
This parameter is a constant defined in the protocol. Therefore, do not change it unless really
necessary.
7.2.3 Inactive Timer Length (INACTIVETLEN)

Description
This parameter defines the maximum duration of a connection when no data is sent in the
forward and reverse directions. If no data is sent in the forward and reverse directions upon
expiry of this timer, the current connection is released.
Type
Command Line

Value Range
10255 in seconds
Default Value
30
Setting Tradeoff
If this parameter is set to a value too small, connection setup and release are frequent. If this
parameter is set to a value too large, resources are wasted.
Remarks
None.
7.3 Reverse Frame Processing Parameters

7.3.1 Reverse Frame Combination Timer Length (RFCOMBINET)
Description
This parameter indicates the maximum time difference allowed between the arrival of the
reverse traffic frame of the last branch and that of the first branch during the combination of
reverse branches.
Type
Command Line
Value Range
Default Value
10
Setting Tradeoff
If this parameter is set too low, the BSC can receive the reverse traffic frames of only some
branches instead of all the branches and the frame combination gain is reduced. If this
parameter is set too large, the processing delay increases and the delay requirements of
delay-sensitive services cannot be met.
Remarks
None.
7.3.2 Reverse Frame Transmission Path Jitter (RPDITHER)

Description
This parameter indicates the maximum time interval between two frames of a subscriber
allowed by the BSC.
Type
Command Line
Value Range
40208 in 0.125 milliseconds
Default Value
81
Setting Tradeoff
If this parameter is set too low, large jitter is not supported during the combination of reverse
frames and then combination can fail. If this parameter is set too large, the processing delay
increases and the delay requirements of delay-sensitive services cannot be met.
Remarks
None.
7.3.3 Maximum Number of IDLE Frames Sent (MAXIDLEFRM)

Description
This parameter indicates the maximum number of IDLE frames that can be sent during
connection setup. If BSC does not receive an IDLE frame from the BTS until the number of
idle frames is exceeded, the connection setup fails.
Type
Command Line
Value Range
130
Default Value
10
Setting Tradeoff
If this parameter is set too low, the success rate of IDLE frame exchange is low. If this
parameter is set too large, the success rate of IDLE frame exchange is improved but the
duration of IDLE frame exchange is prolonged.
Remarks
None.
7.3.4 IDLE Frame Waiting Timer Length (IDLEFRAMET)

Description
This parameter indicates the time after which the BSC expects to receive an IDLE frame
returned by the BTS after the BSC sends an IDLE frame to the BTS.
Type
Command Line
Value Range
Default Value
20
Setting Tradeoff
If this parameter is set too low, the success rate of IDLE frame exchange and the connection
setup success rate are low. If this parameter is set too large, the success rate of IDLE frame
exchange is improved to some extent but the duration of IDLE frame exchange is prolonged
and the connection setup time is longer.
Remarks
None.
7.3.5 Reverse Frame Waiting Timer Length (IRFRECEIVET)

Description
This parameter specifies the time to wait before the BTS captures reverse channel during the
call setup.
Type
Command Line
Value Range
Default Value
4000
Setting Tradeoff
If this parameter is set too low, reverse capture may fail and thus the connection setup may
fail. If this parameter is set too large, the processing delay increases.
Remarks
None.
7.3.6 Maximum Number of Abis Handshake Failures

(HANDFAILCNT)
Description
This parameter defines the maximum number of failures of the handshakes between BSC and
BTS at the Abis interface. When this number is exceeded, the connection is released.
Type
Command Line
Value Range
140
Default Value
20
Setting Tradeoff
If this parameter is set too low, connections can be abnormally released and the Abis link will
be incorrectly considered as being unavailable. If this parameter is set too large, fewer
connections will be abnormally released and the Abis link state can be accurately indicated.
Remarks
The BSC periodically checks whether any traffic frame or IDLE frame is sent in the forward
direction. If no data is sent in the detection period, the BSC sends an IDLE frame to the BTS
to perform a handshake at the Abis interface.

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CDMA2000 EVDO BSS

CDMA & WiMAX Network

CDMA Performance Parameters

CDMA & WiMAX Network

Wireless Network Research Dept, WN

Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

The first draft is finished.

Design group in the CDMA &

The document is modified according to

Design group in the CDMA &

Parameters and parameter remarks are

Design group in the CDMA &

2 System Parameters ......................................................................................................................12

2.2.11 Prior Session GAUP (PriorSessionGAUP) ......................................................................................... 23

4.2.3 Search Window Offset Included Flag (NSRCHWINOFFSETINC) ..................................................... 48

5 Reverse Power Control Parameters .........................................................................................74

6 Admission Control and Load Control Parameters ...............................................................81

6.2.2 Max. VIP Number (MAXVIPNUM) .................................................................................................... 90

7 DO Service Parameters ............................................................................................................100

1.1 About This Document

1.1.2 Intended Audience

The purpose, intended audience, and organization of this

The parameters related to network identification, location

The parameters related to control channels, access

The parameters related to handoff algorithms, handoff

5 Reverse Power Control

The parameters used in the reverse power control

6 Admission Control and Load

The parameters used in the hard assignment, admission

The parameters related to DO service processing.

1.1.4 History Record

Lv Sha, Cui Yalei,

Che Wei and

Jing Xiaoyun, Xia

Cui Yalei and Jing

Che Wei and

Wan Rong and

Zhang Ping, Zou

1.2 Conventions and Descriptions

1.3 Acronyms and Abbreviations

Base Transceiver System

Base Station Controller

Code Division Multiple Access

Frame Error Ratio

Random Access Terminal Identifier

Unicast Access Terminal Identifier

Route Update Request

2.1 QuickConfig Message

0, which must be set according to the actual case.

Figure 2-1 Mapping between color codes and Secotor128

2.1.2 SECTORID24 (SECTORID24)

Modify: MOD DOQCM

2.1.3 Redirection Identifier (DOREDIRECT)

2.2.2 Local Time Offset (DOLTMOFF)

LF30-30 (GMT-01 00)

LF32-32 (GMT+00 00)

LF34-34 (GMT+01 00)

LF56-56 (GMT+12 00)

This parameter is set according to the time zone of the system.

2.2.3 Route Update Radius (ROUTEUP)

2.2.4 Sector Extended Channel No. Included

2.2.5 Sector Extended Frequency List (ExtendedChannel)