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UMTS Signaling : UMTS Interfaces, Protocols, Message Flows and Procedures Analyzed and Explained - book

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UMTS Signaling : UMTS Interfaces, Protocols, Message Flows and Procedures Analyzed and Explained

This completely revised and updated edition of the highly successful "UMTS Signaling" provides a deep insight into all aspects of UMTS signalling. The chapter structure has been reworked for improved "usability" for readers, as well as including many new features and updates.

The successful trial, deployment, operation and troubleshooting of 3G or UMTS infrastructures and applications is the biggest challenge facing today's mobile communications. Network element instability, network element and multi-vendor interoperability, configuration and network planning faults are just a few of the challenges affecting performance and profitability that need to be addressed.

This book is an invaluable guide to resolving such problems. It includes new information and scenarios on HSPA / HSDPA / HSUPA, and IMS. It covers not only WCDMA, but also TD-SCDMA issues. It contains up to date information on releases 5 and 6, and includes a new chapter on the future releases 7 and 8.

It provides crucial information for network operators and equipment suppliers keen to understand how to handle and analyse UMTS signaling procedures in order to get the network into operation, detect errors and troubleshoot faults.

It uses first hand, real world information to explain issues which are unclear in the standards. It includes comprehensive descriptions and documentation of UMTS reference scenarios for different UMTS procedures.

The unified comprehensive approach taken by the authors makes this book essential reading for engineers in network operators, integrators or system suppliers who need to be at the cutting edge of this technology. It will also be an invaluable resource for postgraduates on telecommunications courses, especially those with a focus on signal analysis.
(Source: Amazon UK 24 Mar 2007)

... books on UMTS ... performance measurement

UMTS Performance Measurement : A Practical Guide to KPIs for the UTRAN Environment - book

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UMTS Performance Measurement : A Practical Guide to KPIs for the UTRAN Environment

From the back cover :

UMTS Performance Measurement is a practical guide that explains how to identify and measure the main problems seen in today's UMTS live networks and will make performance measurement results gathered in the UTRAN environment understandable for the reader. 

It provides a fundamental background for daily work in the field or lab, covering a wide range of performance measurements that help to troubleshoot and optimize the UTRAN environment.

The content goes far beyond what has been defined by international standard bodies like 3GPP and closes the gap between international standards and definitions of network equipment manufacturers (NEM) and network operators.  The emphasis is on definition of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and measurements that are not described in 3GPP standard documents, such as throughput measurements and the success/failure analysis of all possible handover types.

Includes clear coverage of the fundamentals of performance measurement software architecture and ways to collect and present statistical data.

Contains numerous call flow diagrams, conversion tables, protocol message examples and sample measurement results that can be used as reference for daily work in the field or lab.

Explains measurement limitations and how tolerances provide valuable information for validation and evaluation of measurement results.

Provides an overview of how performance measurement software works as well as information on how data streams are captured and analyzed, and how analysis results are aggregated and presented in graphic user interfaces and reports.

Providing a gateway into the world of UMTS-specific measurement scenarios and a general overview of what can be defined and measured at an in depth technical level, this book will appeal to those involved in network operation, planning, configuration and deployment, as well as consulting and training companies, students, technical journalists and measurement equipment manufacturers.
(Source: Amazon UK 24 Mar 2007)

... books on UMTS ... HSDPA / HSUPA

HSDPA / HSUPA for UMTS : High Speed Radio Access for Mobile Communications - book

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HSDPA / HSUPA for UMTS : High Speed Radio Access for Mobile Communications

From the editors of the highly successful WCDMA for UMTS, this new book provides a comprehensive and up-to-date reference to High Speed Packet Access (HSPA) technologies for WCDMA.  The editors cover both HSDPA and HSUPA, including an in depth description and explanation of 3GPP standards, and expected performance based on simulations and first measurements. 

The text also discusses the impact of HSDPA and HSUPA on network dimensioning, covers applications and end-to-end performance in detail, and includes a section on radio frequency requirements and terminal design considerations.

The most comprehensive and advanced guide to the HSDPA (High Speed Downlink Packet Access) and HSUPA (High Speed Uplink Packet Access) technologies and standardisation, HSDPA / HSUPA for UMTS :

* Analyses the impact of HSDPA / HSUPA on network dimensioning, discussing co-existence with R99 (Release 99) and GPRS / EDGE (General Packet Radio Services / Enhanced Data GSM Environment)

* Contains a section on applications and end-to-end (e2e) performance

* Includes a chapter on radio frequency (RF) requirements and terminal design considerations, covering different RF bands, multi-band HSDPA and multi-mode HSDPA + EDGE challenges, power consumption

* Provides numerous illustrations of 3GPP (Third Generation Partnership Project) standards and performance

This title provides excellent coverage of the area for system, element and chip designers, network planners, technical mangers with vendors, operators and application developers. It is also ideal for postgraduates and researchers in related areas.

(Source: Amazon UK 24 Mar 200)

... books on UMTS ... CAMEL

CAMEL : Intelligent Networks for the GSM, GPRS and UMTS Network - book

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CAMEL : Intelligent Networks for the GSM, GPRS and UMTS Network

CAMEL : Intelligent Networks for the GSM, GPRS and UMTS Network takes readers through the history and development of Intelligent Networks, the essential principles of CAMEL, to the future of the technology. The author provides guidance on the various CAMEL standards and specifications, and clarifies how the IN concepts are applied in the GSM network to form the CAMEL feature. The text covers the different CAMEL phases and their individual aspects, and explains the impact of CAMEL on the charging system in the mobile network. The book also describes new CAMEL features that will be available in 3GPP Rel-6 and later releases. Practical hints on the installation of CAMEL in the network are given throughout the book.

(Source: Amazon UK 25 Mar 2007)

... books on UMTS ... WCDMA

WCDMA (UMTS) Deployment Handbook : Planning and Optimization Aspects - book

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WCDMA (UMTS) Deployment Handbook : Planning and Optimization Aspects

A complete and practical guide to WCDMA / UMTS cellular network deployment.

After introducing the network architecture of such a system, the WCDMA (UMTS) Deployment Handbook defines the coverage and capacity concepts associated with the dimensioning and design phases. Progressing to a discussion of the main system parameters associated with network optimization and detailing optimization techniques for the main services supported by UMTS, and includes the specifics of indoor deployment and HSDPA networks evolution.

* Covers all stages from planning to optimization with sufficient details as required on a day-to-day basis, and thorough reference information for the reader who wants to understand the concepts in more detail.

* Relevant for daily tasks : The approach taken in this book is similar to the work flow of network planner and optimization engineers, allowing such personnel to easily find the relevant information.

* Written by the company which made CDMA a household name : QUALCOMM was the first company to use CDMA technology for cellular application and is a technical leader in this domain.

* Based on industry feedback : All the contributors to this book have been working in direct interaction with WCDMA operators, throughout the world, since the early days of WCDMA commercial deployment.

* Looking to the future : This book addresses the next level of challenge that WCDMA operators will face - deployment of indoor systems and HSDPA.

Providing a complete introduction and reference guide to everything associated with the life cycle of a WCDMA / UMTS cellular network, from initial dimensioning through to the successful deployment of indoor solutions, or migration to HSDPA, this book is a must-have for network planners and optimization engineers as well as Telecommunication Engineering students.


(Source: Amazon UK 25 Mar 2007)

... books on UMTS ... QoS and QoE

QoS and QoE Management in UMTS Cellular Systems : An Introduction to Service Planning, Provisioning, Performance Monitoring and Optimisation - book

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QoS and QoE Management in UMTS Cellular Systems : An Introduction to Service Planning, Provisioning, Performance Monitoring and Optimisation

This comprehensive volume provides state of the art guidance on Quality of Service (QoS) and Quality of end-user Experience (QoE) management in UMTS cellular systems, tackling planning, provisioning, monitoring and optimisation issues in a single accessible resource. In addition, a detailed discussion is provided on service applications, QoS concept, architecture and functions in access, packet & circuit switched core and backbone networks.

* Defines and explains the differences between QoS and QoE, and end-to-end concept, based on the premise that it is the end user who is the ultimate beneficiary of QoS.

* Covers QoS and QoE issues related to present and forthcoming service applications, including multimedia messaging service (MMS), Video Sharing (VS), content download, business connectivity, Push to talk over Cellular (PoC), Voice over IP (VoIP), presence, instant messaging, gaming, streaming and browsing.

* Presents QoS concepts and architecture as defined in 3GPP Releases 97/98, 99, 5, 6, and 7, and provides a comprehensive description of protocols and packet data transfer across WCDMA evolved and (E)GPRS networks.

* Discusses service driven radio network planning aspects for (E)GPRS and WCDMA.

* Includes three detailed chapters covering concepts, means and methods for QoS provisioning, QoS & QoE performance monitoring and optimisation.

This book is aimed at operators, vendors, deployers, consultants and managers specialising in the research, development, implementation, marketing and sales of products and tools for QoS and QoE management in UMTS networks. It will also be of interest to postgraduate students and researchers in the field of telecommunications and specialising in UMTS QoS and QoE principles and practices.

(Source: Amazon UK 25 Mar 2007)

... books on UMTS ... radio network ...

Understanding UMTS Radio Network Modelling, Planning and Automated Optimisation : Theory and Practice - book

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Understanding UMTS Radio Network Modelling, Planning and Automated Optimisation : Theory and Practice

This book sets out to provide the theoretical foundations that will enable radio network planners to plan model and optimize radio networks using state-of-the-art findings from around the globe.

It adopts a logical approach, beginning with the background to the present status of UMTS radio network technology, before devoting equal coverage to planning, modelling and optimization issues.

All key planning areas are covered, including the technical and legal implications of network infrastructure sharing, hierarchical cell structure (HCS) deployment, ultra-high-site deployment and the benefits and limitations of using computer-aided design (CAD) software.

Theoretical models for UMTS technology are explained as generic system models, stand-alone services and mixed services.

Business modelling theory and methods are put forward, taking in propagation calculations, link-level, UMTS static and UMTS dynamic simulations.

The challenges and goals of the automated optimization process are explored in depth using cutting-edge cost function and optimization algorithms.

This theory-based resource containing prolific illustrative case studies explains the reasons for UMTS radio networks performance issues, and how to use this foundational knowledge to model, plan and optimize present and future systems.

(Source: Amazon UK 25 Mar 2007)

CAMEL : Intelligent Networks for the GSM, GPRS and UMTS Network - individual page with contents list

WCDMA (UMTS) Deployment Handbook : Planning and Optimization Aspects - individual page with contents list