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ZTE LTE Engineering Optimization Workflow 1
ZTE LTE Engineering Optimization Workflow 1
TD-LTE Engineering
Optimization Workflow
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TD-LTE Network Coverage Optimization Guide It describes how to optimize the LTE
1
V1.7 network coverage effect.
It describes the whole workflow which the
2 TD-LTE Signaling Flow V1.1
signaling goes through.
It introduces how to use the ZXPOS CNT,
3 TD-LTE ZXPOS CNT Guide V1.0
a kind of drive test tool.
Abstract
This document is written to guide the network optimization after the completion of eNodeB
construction. It focuses on the network optimization workflow, including the prerequisites, the
preparations, the plan and the implementation of the network optimization.
Chapter Description
1 Overview It gives you an overview of this workflow.
2 Prerequisites It describes two prerequisites for the engineering
optimization.
3 Implementation It describes the whole optimization workflow in details.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 Overview...........................................................................................................6
2 Prerequisites....................................................................................................6
2.1 Network Planning...............................................................................................7
2.2 eNodeB Commissioning.....................................................................................7
3 Implementation................................................................................................8
3.1 Work Plan..........................................................................................................8
3.2 Workflow............................................................................................................ 9
3.2.1 Preparations......................................................................................................
3.2.2 Parameter Review...........................................................................................
3.2.3 Cluster Optimization.........................................................................................
3.2.4 Coverage Optimization....................................................................................
3.2.5 Service Optimization........................................................................................
3.2.6 Area Optimization.............................................................................................
3.2.7 Border Optimization.........................................................................................
3.2.8 Whole Network Optimization............................................................................
3.2.9 Acceptance Test...............................................................................................
3.3 Tasks................................................................................................................ 12
3.3.1 Data Acquisition...............................................................................................
3.3.2 Problem Analysis and Formulation of Optimization Scheme............................
3.3.3 Implementation of Optimization Scheme..........................................................
3.3.4 Optimization Verification...................................................................................
3.3.5 Writing and Reviewing Optimization Report.....................................................
1 Overview
The network optimization functions to improve the network performance by means of
optimizing the coverage indicator, the switchover indicator and the access indicator.
Coverage: The coverage related indicators include the RSRP, CINR, RSRQ,
coverage rate, receiving power, transmit power and coverage mileage ratio. The
RSRP/CINR/RSRQ indicates the network coverage quality. The coverage mileage
ratio indicates the coverage status of the whole network. The coverage problems,
including coverage absence, weak coverage, coverage overshooting and pilot
pollution, may cause call drops and access failure. Therefore, the coverage
problem is the focus of the network optimization.
Quality: The quality related indicators include the throughput efficiency, delay and
block error rate (BLER).
Call-hold: It is indicated by the call-drop rate. In most cases, the call drop is caused
by the poor coverage, main cell absence, improper neighboring cell settings, and
interference.
Generally speaking, a detailed network optimization solution should be worked out for
the purpose of increasing the value of the above indicators to desired level.
2 Prerequisites
The network optimization is performed upon the completion of network planning and
commissioning. Additionally, the network optimization is launched only when a certain
scale of eNodeBs are commissioned. In this regard, tools designed for the network
planning, commissioning and optimization are to be used in the stage of network
optimization for the sake of time efficiency.
Therefore, the engineer needs to make a good plan for the networking. He should
provide the follow materials:
the neighboring cells relationship table (providing the information about the
eNodeB altitude, eNodeB longitude, the antenna azimuth, the antenna down
tilt, the equipment height, PCI, frequency, and RS power);
all equipment is working properly and all reported alarms are cleared;
all necessary tests are performed to prove that the service is in normal status;
the commissioning test records are provided for the network optimization
engineer.
the radio network planning parameters and the antenna & feeder parameters are
configured based on the network planning result;
all radio planning parameters (including PCI, frequency and power) are
configured based on the network planning result;
the antenna is installed at the height, azimuth and down tilt specified in the
network planning result;
the actual height, azimuth and down tilt of the installed antenna are provided
for the network optimization engineer;
eNodeBs are constructed in groups so as to save more time for the network
optimization;
the eNodeB information table is provided for the network optimization engineer;
all necessary information about the eNodeB (including the eNodeB ID, the cell
ID, the cell description, the eNodeB altitude, the eNodeB longitude, the
antenna height, the antenna down tilt, and the antenna type) is provided after
the completion of eNodeB construction.
3 Implementation
The manpower, test tools and vehicles are prepared based on the resource configuration
model, the completion time of network optimization and the eNodeB construction plan.
3 Layout of eNodeBs
Divide all eNodeBs into groups based on the eNodeB construction plan. Thirty eNodeBs
make up a cluster and several clusters make up a district. The eNodeBs in the same
cluster should be constructed nearly at the same period so as to save more time for the
network optimization.
4) Content of daily/weekly network optimization report and the recipients of the report
3.2 Workflow
3.2.1 Preparations
Prepare the following materials before the launch of network optimization:
eNodeB information table: It provides the information about the eNodeB name,
eNodeB ID, MCC, TAC, eNodeB altitude, eNodeB longitude, antenna height,
antenna azimuth, antenna down tilt, transmit power, frequency, PCI, ICIC and
PRACH.
map: It is the mapinfo map for the area where the network covers
test vehicle: prepare the test vehicles based on the network optimization plan
The key parameters include: frequency, neighbor cell, PCI, power, handover/re-selection
parameters, and PRACH parameters.
Make sure that the eNodeBs have been commissioned before the cluster optimization.
Besides, check that there are no alarms reported and the eNodeBs to be optimized are
working properly.
The acceptance test is carried out for the purpose of finding out the optimization effect.
In this regard, great importance should be attached to it because its result exerts great
impact on the project. During the acceptance test, the optimization engineers should do
as follows:
(2) work out the acceptance criteria according to test items and expected optimization
effect;
(3) skip step 1 and 2 if the test items and acceptance criteria are determined by the
customer;
(4) work out the DT routes and conduct the pre-test before the formal test.
3.3 Tasks
Purpose: Collect the network performance data and give it to the optimization engineers
for analysis.
Contents: Work out the test plan and collect required data based on the specific network
optimization project. Give the test data to the optimization engineers so that they can
analyze and locate problems.
Contents: Analyze data, locate problem and then work out the network optimization
scheme. All members in the project or the designated personnel review the scheme in
order to avoid or modify improper operations.
Contents: Conduct all items in the network optimization scheme; record the results and
necessary processes based on the actual situation.
3.3.3.2 Precautions
Pay attention to the following items when implementing the optimization scheme:
(1) Email the adjustment table to the equipment engineers involved in the optimization
scheme according to the optimization adjustment scheme. The email should also be
sent to the project manager, the email sender and relevant personnel. Make sure
that all adjustment items are clearly described in the table attached to the email, e.g.
adding neighbor cell to the cell 1011 or the ID of the new neighbor cell is 1042.
(2) Record all information accurately when the DT engineer calls the engineer in the
equipment room to modify parameters at the backend.
(3) Send a formal adjustment table to the third party involved in the optimization scheme
(e.g. adjusting the antenna) in triplicate. The copies of adjustment table should be
sent to the engineering team, the project manager and the sender.
Purpose: Verify the optimization effect by means of various tests after the completion of
the scheme.
Output: Comparison of the network performance before and after the adjustment
Contents: After the implementation of the optimization scheme, collect data as required.
Compare and analyze the data collected before and after the adjustment. Collect data in
the same network environment if possible so to work out accurate verification result.
Make sure that the network problem is solved and the network performance meets the
requirement. Otherwise, go back to the step of data acquisition and repeat the whole
process.
3.3.4.2 Precautions
(1) Use the same test tool before and after the optimization if possible.
(2) Choose the same test route before and after the optimization.
(3) Check whether the loading test is being performed in the test area or not.
(4) Conduct the test at the same time of the day in order to ensure the data is
obtained in the same radio network environment.
Output: Network Optimization Report (including the optimization & adjustment scheme,
and the comparison of engineering parameters before and after the optimization)
Contents: Work out the network optimization report. Record the measures used in the
network optimization and the optimization effect in the report.
Assist members in the project or the designated personnel in reviewing the Network
Optimization Report. Modify the report based on their comments.