Method and apparatus for synchronizing base stations

Details Method and apparatus for synchronizing base stations Method and apparatus for synchronizing base stations

2002-12-18

2010-10-12

Ton, Dang T (Department: 2419)

Multiplex communications

Communication over free space

Repeater

C370S350000, C375S356000, C375S357000

Reexamination Certificate

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07813311

ABSTRACT:
Method and apparatus for synchronizing base stations employing an independent synchronizing source or identifying a base station as a master source. An RNC (C-RNC) or a base station may designate one base station or a UE to acquire measurements derived from base stations to achieve synchronization. Synchronization activities may be regularly scheduled or may be undertaken when periodic measurements indicate that a drift value exceeds a given threshold.

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