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e.
Select the Special SubFrame Pattern (SSF) value, either 5 or 7 (default). This
setting determines the length of the guard period for switching between
downlink and uplink transmissions. An SSF = 5 provides a longer guard time
and is typically used for cells covering more distance. The farther the distance
the UE is from the eNB the more likely it is you will need to use a longer guard
period of SSF = 5.
f.
Enter a unique Physical Cell Identifier (PCI) for this eNB, between 0 - 503.
g.
Make sure the Cloud EPC field is enabled in order to connect to the Baicells
CloudCore.
h.
Enter a Cell ID for a cluster of eNBs on the same tower or other structure. The
Cell ID field is equivalent to the LTE E-UTRAN Cell Identity (ECI).
i.
As mentioned in step 5 above, to use the Baicells CloudCore make sure the
PLMN = 314030 and the MME IP addresses = 10.3.0.9 and 10.5.0.9.
j.
The Tracking Area Code (TAC) field is used to identify a cluster of cell sites.
Enter a value between 0 - 65535 for each unique TAC ID in your network.
k.
The RF Status field is used to enable or disable RF transmissions. In closed
environments, such as when "bench testing" the eNB, always disable the RF
for personal safety.
l.
The Power Modify field allows you to set the output power on each antenna
port. This parameter is typically left with the default values, though you may
lower it when testing the eNB on the ground. Every 3 dB doubles the power.
The eNB output power must stay within regulatory guidelines.
NOTE: Any changes to Quick Settings requires a reboot of the eNB.
8.
Reboot
the eNB for the settings to take effect. The Reboot function is the last menu
in the GUI.
3.7 Check eNB Status in Software
Once the eNB is powered up, check that the eNB cell status is reported as active in software
using either the eNB GUI or the OMC. Each method is described below.
3.7.1
eNB GUI
Go to BTS Info > Basic Info and check the
Cell Status
field, as shown in Figure 3–21. If the status
is not reported as active, contact
