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

UMTS Signaling focuses on providing an overview and reference to UMTS UTRAN and Core networks. Details of the standards, the network architecture, objectives and functions of the different interfaces and protocols are described and the latest updates for Rel. 4, Rel. 5 and Rel. 6 features are included. Additionally it comprehensively describes various procedures from Node B Setup to different Handover types in the UTRAN and the Core Network. The focus on wireline interfaces is unique in the market. All signaling sequences are based upon UMTS traces from various UMTS networks (trial and commercial networks) around the world.

With this book you have access to the first universal UMTS protocol sequence reference, which allows you to quickly differentiate valid from invalid call control procedures. In addition all the main signaling stages are explained, many of which had been left unclear in the standards and valuable tips for protocol monitoring are provided.

UMTS Signalling gives you:

• An in-depth description of the tasks and functions of
  • UMTS interfaces
  • UMTS protocols
• Potential to analyze specific protocol messages
• Support to reduce time and effort to detect and analyze problems
• Explanations of how to locate problems in the network
• Tips and tricks for practical interface monitoring

A valuable resource for Network operators and equipment manufacturers: engineers, technicians, network planners, developers, researchers, designers, testing personnel and project managers.

Ralf Kreher Manager for Customer Training, Mobile Protocol Test, Tektronix Inc.
Ralf Kreher leads the Customer Training Department for Tektronix’ Mobile Protocol Test (MPT) business. He is responsible for the world-class seminar portfolio for mobile technologies and measurement products. Before joining Tektronix, he held a trainer assignment for switching equipment at Teles AG. He holds a communication Engineering Degree of the Technical College Deutsche Telekon Leipzig. He currently resides in Germany.

Torsten Rüdebusch Head of the Knowledgeware and Training Department, Mobile Protocol Test, Tektronix, Inc.
Torsten Rüdebusch is the head of Knowledgeware and Training Department for Tektronix’ Mobile Protocol Test (MPT) business. He is responsible for providing leading edge technology and product seminars and the creation of knowledgeware products using the extensive Tektronix’ expertise. Before joining Tektronix, he held an application engineer assignment at Siemens CTE. He holds a Communication Engineering Degree of the Technical College Deutsche Telekom Berlin. He currently resides in Germany.