9.3.4 UE-selected subband CQI

36.521-13GPPEvolved Universal Terrestrial Radio Access (E-UTRA)Part 1: Conformance testingRadio transmission and receptionRelease 17TSUser Equipment (UE) conformance specification

The accuracy of UE-selected subband channel quality indicator (CQI) reporting under frequency-selective fading conditions is determined by the relative increase of the throughput obtained when transmitting on the UE-selected subbands with the corresponding transport format compared to the case for which a fixed format is transmitted on any subband in set S of TS 36.213 [10]. The purpose is to verify that correct subbands are accurately reported for frequency-selective scheduling. To account for sensitivity of the input SNR the subband CQI reporting under frequency-selective fading conditions is considered to be verified if the reporting accuracy is met for at least one of two SNR levels separated by an offset of 1 dB.

9.3.4.1 CQI Reporting under fading conditions – PUSCH 2-0 (Cell-Specific Reference Symbols)

9.3.4.1.1 FDD CQI Reporting under fading conditions – PUSCH 2-0

9.3.4.1.1.1 Test purpose

To verify that UE-selected sub-bands can be used for frequently-selective scheduling.

9.3.4.1.1.2 Test applicability

This test applies to all types of E-UTRA FDD UE release 9 and forward. Applicability requires support for FGI bit 1.

Note: This test also applies to UE supporting 4Rx antenna ports

9.3.4.1.1.3 Minimum conformance requirements

For the parameters specified in Table 9.3.4.1.1.3-1, and using the downlink physical channels specified in Annex C, the minimum requirements are specified in Table 9.3.4.1.1.3-2 and by the following:

a) the ratio of the throughput obtained when transmitting on a randomly selected subband among the best M subbands reported by the UE the corresponding TBS and that obtained when transmitting the TBS indicated by the reported wideband CQI median on a randomly selected subband in set S shall be ≥ ;

The requirements only apply for subbands of full size and the random scheduling across the subbands is done by selecting a new subband in each TTI for FDD. The transport block size TBS (wideband CQI median) is that resulting from the code rate which is closest to that indicated by the wideband CQI median and theentry in Table 7.1.7.2.1-1 of TS 36.213 [10] that corresponds to the subband size.

Table 9.3.4.1.1.3-1: Subband test for single antenna transmission (FDD)

Parameter

Unit

Test 1

Test 2

Bandwidth

MHz

10 MHz

Transmission mode

1 (port 0)

Downlink power allocation

dB

0

dB

0

σ

dB

0

SNR (Note 3)

dB

9

10

14

15

dB[mW/15kHz]

-89

-88

-84

-83

dB[mW/15kHz]

-98

-98

Propagation channel

Clause B.2.4 with s, a = 1, Hz

Reporting interval

ms

5

CQI delay

ms

8

Reporting mode

PUSCH 2-0

Max number of HARQ transmissions

1

Subband size (k)

RBs

3 (full size)

Number of preferred subbands (M)

5

Note 1: If the UE reports in an available uplink reporting instance at subframe SF#n based on CQI estimation at a downlink subframe not later than SF#(n-4), this reported subband or wideband CQI cannot be applied at the eNB downlink before SF#(n+4)

Note 2: Reference measurement channel RC.5 FDD according to Table A.4-1 with one/two sided dynamic OCNG Pattern OP.1/2 FDD as described in Annex A.5.1.1/2.

Note 3: For each test, the minimum requirements shall be fulfilled for at least one of the two SNR(s) and the respective wanted signal input level.

Table 9.3.4.1.1.3-2: Minimum requirement (FDD)

Test 1

Test 2



1.2

1.2

UE Category

1-8

1-8

The normative reference for this requirement is TS 36.101 [2] clause 9.3.4.1.1.

9.3.4.1.1.4 Test description

9.3.4.1.1.4.1 Initial conditions

Initial conditions are a set of test configurations the UE needs to be tested in and the steps for the SS to take with the UE to reach the correct measurement state.

Configurations of PDSCH and PDCCH before measurement are specified in Annex C.2.

Test Environment: Normal as defined in TS 36.508 [7] clause 4.1.

Frequencies to be tested: Mid Range as defined in TS 36.508 [7] clause 4.3.1.1.

Channel Bandwidths to be tested: 10MHz, as defined in TS 36.508 [7] clause 4.3.1.1

1. Connect the SS and faders to the UE antenna connector (s) as shown in TS 36.508 [7] Annex A, Figure A.9 for UE with 2Rx RF band and Annex A, Figure A.9a for 4Rx capable UE without any 2Rx RF bands.

2. The parameter settings for the cell are set up according to Table 9.3.4.1.1.3-1.

3. Downlink signals are initially set up according to Annex C.1 and Annex C.3.2, and uplink signals according to Annex H.1 and H.3.2.

4. Propagation conditions are set according to Annex B.0.

5. Ensure the UE is in State 3A-RF according to TS 36.508 [7] clause 5.2A.2. Message contents are defined in clause 9.3.4.1.1.4.3.

9.3.4.1.1.4.2 Test procedure

1. Set the parameters of bandwidth, the propagation condition, antenna configuration and measurement channel according to Table 9.3.4.1.1.5-2 as appropriate.

2. The SS shall transmit PDSCH via PDCCH DCI format 1A for C_RNTI to transmit the DL RMC according to CQI value 8 and keep it regardless of the wideband and subband CQI value sent by the UE. Continue transmission of the PDSCH until 2000 wideband CQI reports and full-size subband CQI reports for each full-size subband have been gathered. The SS sends downlink MAC padding bits on the DL RMC. SS schedules the UL transmission every 5 ms to carry the PUSCH CQI feedback via PDCCH DCI format 0 with CQI request bit set to 1 and I_MCS=29 and N_PRB allocated to be less or equal to 4. In this process the SS collects wideband CQI reports every 5 ms and also cases where UE transmits nothing in its CQI timing are counted as wideband CQI and full-size subband CQI reports.

3. Set up a relative frequency distribution for the reported wideband CQI-values, Calculate the median value (wideband Median CQI is the CQI that is at or crosses 50% distribution from the lower wideband CQI side). This CQI-value is declared as wideband Median CQI value.

4. The SS shall transmit PDSCH via PDCCH DCI format 1A for C_RNTI to transmit the DL RMC on a randomly selected full-size subband using the transport format according to the wideband median-CQI value regardless of UE wideband or subband CQI report. Note that each full-size subband shall be selected in the equal probability The SS sends downlink MAC padding bits on the DL RMC. SS schedules the UL transmission every 5 ms to carry the PUSCH CQI feedback via PDCCH DCI format 0 with CQI request bit set to 1 and I_MCS=29 and N_PRB allocated to be less or equal to 4. Measure the average throughput according to Annex G.5.3. Declare the throughput as .

5. The SS shall transmit PDSCH via PDCCH DCI format 1A for C_RNTI to transmit the DL RMC in one full-size subband selected among the M subbands reported by the UE and with the corresponding TBS. Differential CQI offset level is selected from {1, 2, 3, 4}. Note that the SS shall send PDSCH in the same full-size subband until next UE report is available. In case when same full-size subbands are reported subsequently, the SS shall select for transmission a different subband with respect to the last selection. The SS sends downlink MAC padding bits on the DL RMC. SS schedules the UL transmission every 5 ms to carry the PUSCH CQI feedback via PDCCH DCI format 0 with CQI request bit set to 1 and I_MCS=29 and N_PRB allocated to be less or equal to 4. Measure the average throughput according to Annex G.5.3. Declare the throughput as . Count the number of NACKs, ACKs and statDTXs on the UL during the test interval.
If / ≥ then pass the UE for this test and go to step 7. Otherwise go to step 6.

6. If both SNR points of the test have not been tested, then repeat the same procedure (steps 1 to 5) for the other SNR point as appropriate. Otherwise fail the UE.

7. If both tests have not been done, then repeat the same procedure (steps 1 to 5) with test conditions according to the table 9.3.4.1.1.3-1 for the other Test as appropriate. Otherwise pass the UE.

9.3.4.1.1.4.3 Message contents

Table 9.3.4.1.1.4.3-1: PhysicalConfigDedicated-DEFAULT

Derivation Path: 36.508 clause 5.5.1.2

Information Element

Value/remark

Comment

Condition

PhysicalConfigDedicated-DEFAULT ::= SEQUENCE {

cqi-ReportConfig

CQI-ReportConfig-DEFAULT

}

Table 9.3.4.1.1.4.3-2: CQI-ReportConfig-DEFAULT

Derivation Path: 36.508 clause 4.6.3

Information Element

Value/remark

Comment

Condition

CQI-ReportConfig-DEFAULT ::= SEQUENCE {

cqi-ReportModeAperiodic

rm20

nomPDSCH-RS-EPRE-Offset

0

cqi-ReportPeriodic CHOICE {

Not present

}

}

9.3.4.1.1.5 Test requirement

Table 9.3.4.1.1.5-1: Test requirement (FDD)

Test 1

Test 2



1.19

1.19

UE Category

1-8

1-8

Table 9.3.4.1.1.5-2: Subband test for single antenna transmission (FDD)

Parameter

Unit

Test 1

Test 2

Bandwidth

MHz

10 MHz

Transmission mode

1 (port 0)

Downlink power allocation

dB

0

dB

0

σ

dB

0

SNR for UE with 2Rx RF band (Note 3)

dB

9

10

14

15

SNR for 4Rx UE without 2Rx RF band

dB

6

7

11

12

dB[mW/15kHz]

-89

-88

-84

-83

dB[mW/15kHz]

-98

-98

Propagation channel

Clause B.2.4 with s, a = 1, Hz

Reporting interval

ms

5

CQI delay

ms

8

Reporting mode

PUSCH 2-0

Max number of HARQ transmissions

1

Subband size (k)

RBs

3 (full size)

Number of preferred subbands (M)

5

Note 1: If the UE reports in an available uplink reporting instance at subframe SF#n based on CQI estimation at a downlink subframe not later than SF#(n-4), this reported subband or wideband CQI cannot be applied at the eNB downlink before SF#(n+4)

Note 2: Reference measurement channel RC.5 FDD according to Table A.4-1 with one/two sided dynamic OCNG Pattern OP.1/2 FDD as described in Annex A.5.1.1/2.

Note 3: For each test, the minimum requirements shall be fulfilled for at least one of the two SNR(s) and the respective wanted signal input level.

Note 4: The SNR requirement for 4Rx capable UEs is as specified in 9.1.1.4.1. For 4Rx UE without 2Rx RF bands SNR requirement is reduced by [3] dB

9.3.4.1.2 TDD CQI Reporting under fading conditions – PUSCH 2-0

9.3.4.1.2.1 Test purpose

To verify that UE-selected sub-bands can be used for frequently-selective scheduling.

9.3.4.1.2.2 Test applicability

This test applies to all types of E-UTRA TDD UE release 9 and forward. Applicability requires support for FGI bit 1.

Note: This test also applies to UE supporting 4Rx antenna ports

9.3.4.1.2.3 Minimum conformance requirements

For the parameters specified in Table 9.3.4.1.2.3-1, and using the downlink physical channels specified in Annex C, the minimum requirements are specified in Table 9.3.4.1.2.3-2 and by the following:

a) the ratio of the throughput obtained when transmitting on a randomly selected subband among the best M subbands reported by the UE the corresponding TBS and that obtained when transmitting the TBS indicated by the reported wideband CQI median on a randomly selected subband in set S shall be ≥ ;

The requirements only apply for subbands of full size and the random scheduling across the subbands is done by selecting a new subband in each available downlink transmission instance for TDD. The transport block size TBS (wideband CQI median) is that resulting from the code rate which is closest to that indicated by the wideband CQI median and theentry in Table 7.1.7.2.1-1 of TS 36.213 [10] that corresponds to the subband size.

Table 9.3.4.1.2.3-1: Sub-band test for single antenna transmission (TDD)

Parameter

Unit

Test 1

Test 2

Bandwidth

MHz

10 MHz

Transmission mode

1 (port 0)

Downlink power allocation

dB

0

dB

0

σ

dB

0

Uplink downlink configuration

2

Special subframe configuration

4

SNR (Note 3)

dB

9

10

14

15

dB[mW/15kHz]

-89

-88

-84

-83

dB[mW/15kHz]

-98

-98

Propagation channel

Clause B.2.4 with s, a = 1, Hz

Reporting interval

ms

5

CQI delay

ms

10 or 11

Reporting mode

PUSCH 2-0

Max number of HARQ transmissions

1

Subband size (k)

RBs

3 (full size)

Number of preferred subbands (M)

5

ACK/NACK feedback mode

Multiplexing

Note 1: If the UE reports in an available uplink reporting instance at subframe SF#n based on CQI estimation at a downlink subframe not later than SF#(n-4), this reported subband or wideband CQI cannot be applied at the eNB downlink before SF#(n+4)

Note 2: Reference measurement channel RC.5 TDD according to Table A.4-1 with one/two sided dynamic OCNG Pattern OP.1/2 TDD as described in Annex A.5.2.1/2.

Note 3: For each test, the minimum requirements shall be fulfilled for at least one of the two SNR(s) and the respective wanted signal input level.

Table 9.3.4.1.2.3-2: Minimum requirement (TDD)

Test 1

Test 2



1.2

1.2

UE Category

1-8

1-8

The normative reference for this requirement is TS 36.101 [2] clause 9.3.4.1.2.

9.3.4.1.2.4 Test description

9.3.4.1.2.4.1 Initial conditions

Initial conditions are a set of test configurations the UE needs to be tested in and the steps for the SS to take with the UE to reach the correct measurement state.

Configurations of PDSCH and PDCCH before measurement are specified in Annex C.2.

Test Environment: Normal as defined in TS 36.508 [7] clause 4.1.

Frequencies to be tested: Mid Range as defined in TS 36.508 [7] clause 4.3.1.1.

Channel Bandwidths to be tested: 10MHz, as defined in TS 36.508 [7] clause 4.3.1.1

1. Connect the SS, faders and AWGN noise source to the UE antenna connector (s) as shown in TS 36.508 [7] Annex A, Figure A.9 for UE with 2Rx RF band and Annex A, Figure A.9a for 4Rx capable UE without any 2Rx RF bands.

2. The parameter settings for the cell are set up according to Table 9.3.4.1.2.3-1.

3. Downlink signals are initially set up according to Annex C.1 and Annex C.3.2, and uplink signals according to Annex H.1 and H.3.2.

4. Propagation conditions are set according to Annex B.0.

5. Ensure the UE is in State 3A-RF according to TS 36.508 [7] clause 5.2A.2. Message contents are defined in clause 9.3.4.1.2.4.3.

9.3.4.1.2.4.2 Test procedure

1. Set the parameters of bandwidth, the propagation condition, antenna configuration and measurement channel according to Table 9.3.4.1.2.5-2 as appropriate.

2. The SS shall transmit PDSCH via PDCCH DCI format 1A for C_RNTI to transmit the DL RMC according to CQI value 8 and keep it regardless of the wideband and subband CQI value sent by the UE. Continue transmission of the PDSCH until 2000 wideband CQI reports and full-size subband CQI reports for each full-size subband have been gathered. The SS sends downlink MAC padding bits on the DL RMC. SS schedules the UL transmission in subframe #2 and subframe #7 to carry the PUSCH CQI feedback via PDCCH DCI format 0 with CQI request bit set to 1 and I_MCS=29 and N_PRB allocated to be less or equal to 4. In this process the SS collects wideband CQI reports every 5 ms and also cases where UE transmits nothing in its CQI timing are counted as wideband CQI and full-size subband CQI reports.

3. Set up a relative frequency distribution for the reported wideband CQI-values, Calculate the median value (wideband Median CQI is the CQI that is at or crosses 50% distribution from the lower wideband CQI side). This CQI-value is declared as wideband Median CQI value.

4. The SS shall transmit PDSCH via PDCCH DCI format 1A for C_RNTI to transmit the DL RMC on a randomly selected full-size subband using the transport format according to the wideband median-CQI value regardless of UE wideband or subband CQI report. Note that each full-size subband shall be selected in the equal probability. The SS sends downlink MAC padding bits on the DL RMC. SS schedules the UL transmission in subframe #2 and subframe #7 to carry the PUSCH CQI feedback via PDCCH DCI format 0 with CQI request bit set to 1 and I_MCS=29 and N_PRB allocated to be less or equal to 4. Measure the average throughput according to Annex G.5.3. Declare the throughput as .

5. The SS shall transmit PDSCH via PDCCH DCI format 1A for C_RNTI to transmit the DL RMC in one full-size subband selected among the M subbands reported by the UE and with the corresponding TBS. Differential CQI offset level is selected from {1, 2, 3, 4}. Note that the SS shall send PDSCH in the same full-size until next UE report is available. In case when same full-size subbands are reported subsequently, the SS shall select for transmission a different subband with respect to the last selection. The SS sends downlink MAC padding bits on the DL RMC. SS schedules the UL transmission in subframe #2 and subframe #7 to carry the PUSCH CQI feedback via PDCCH DCI format 0 with CQI request bit set to 1 and I_MCS=29 and N_PRB allocated to be less or equal to 4. Measure the average throughput according to Annex G.5.3. Declare the throughput as . Count the number of NACKs, ACKs and statDTXs on the UL during the test interval.
If / ≥ then pass the UE for this test and go to step 7. Otherwise go to step 6.

6. If both SNR points of the test have not been tested, then repeat the same procedure (steps 1 to 5) for the other SNR point as appropriate. Otherwise fail the UE.

7. If both tests have not been done, then repeat the same procedure (steps 1 to 6) with test conditions according to the table 9.3.4.1.2.3-1 for the other Test as appropriate. Otherwise pass the UE.

9.3.4.1.2.4.3 Message contents

Message contents are according to TS 36.508 [7] clause 4.6 with the following exceptions:

Table 9.3.4.1.2.4.3-1: PhysicalConfigDedicated-DEFAULT

Derivation Path: 36.508 clause 5.5.1.2

Information Element

Value/remark

Comment

Condition

PhysicalConfigDedicated-DEFAULT ::= SEQUENCE {

cqi-ReportConfig

CQI-ReportConfig-DEFAULT

}

Table 9.3.4.1.2.4.3-2: CQI-ReportConfig-DEFAULT

Derivation Path: 36.508 clause 4.6.3

Information Element

Value/remark

Comment

Condition

CQI-ReportConfig-DEFAULT ::= SEQUENCE {

cqi-ReportModeAperiodic

rm20

nomPDSCH-RS-EPRE-Offset

0

cqi-ReportPeriodic CHOICE {

Not present

}

}

Table 9.3.4.1.2.4.3-3: TDD-Config-DEFAULT

Derivation Path: 36.508 clause 4.6.3

Information Element

Value/remark

Comment

Condition

TDD-Config-DEFAULT ::= SEQUENCE {

subframeAssignment

Sa2

specialSubframePatterns

Ssp4

}

9.3.4.1.2.5 Test requirement

Table 9.3.4.1.2.5-1: Test requirement (TDD)

Test 1

Test 2



1.19

1.19

UE Category

1-8

1-8

Table 9.3.4.1.2.5-2: Sub-band test for single antenna transmission (TDD)

Parameter

Unit

Test 1

Test 2

Bandwidth

MHz

10 MHz

Transmission mode

1 (port 0)

Downlink power allocation

dB

0

dB

0

σ

dB

0

Uplink downlink configuration

2

Special subframe configuration

4

SNR for UE with 2Rx RF band (Note 3)

dB

9

10

14

15

SNR for 4Rx UE without 2Rx RF band

dB

6

7

11

12

dB[mW/15kHz]

-89

-88

-84

-83

dB[mW/15kHz]

-98

-98

Propagation channel

Clause B.2.4 with s, a = 1, Hz

Reporting interval

ms

5

CQI delay

ms

10 or 11

Reporting mode

PUSCH 2-0

Max number of HARQ transmissions

1

Subband size (k)

RBs

3 (full size)

Number of preferred subbands (M)

5

ACK/NACK feedback mode

Multiplexing

Note 1: If the UE reports in an available uplink reporting instance at subframe SF#n based on CQI estimation at a downlink subframe not later than SF#(n-4), this reported subband or wideband CQI cannot be applied at the eNB downlink before SF#(n+4)

Note 2: Reference measurement channel RC.5 TDD according to Table A.4-1 with one/two sided dynamic OCNG Pattern OP.1/2 TDD as described in Annex A.5.2.1/2.

Note 3: For each test, the minimum requirements shall be fulfilled for at least one of the two SNR(s) and the respective wanted signal input level.

Note 4: The SNR requirement for 4Rx capable UEs is as specified in 9.1.1.4.1. For 4Rx UE without 2Rx RF bands SNR requirement is reduced by [3] dB

9.3.4.2 CQI Reporting under fading conditions – PUCCH 2-0 (Cell-Specific Reference Symbols)

9.3.4.2.1 FDD CQI Reporting under fading conditions – PUCCH 2-0

9.3.4.2.1.1 Test purpose

To verify that UE-selected sub-bands can be used for frequently-selective scheduling.

9.3.4.2.1.2 Test applicability

This test applies to all types of E-UTRA FDD UE release 9 and forward. Applicability requires support for FGI bit 2.

Note: This test also applies to UE supporting 4Rx antenna ports

9.3.4.2.1.3 Minimum conformance requirements

For the parameters specified in Table 9.3.4.2.1.3-1, and using the downlink physical channels specified in Annex C, the minimum requirements are specified in Table 9.3.4.2.1.3-2 and by the following

a) the ratio of the throughput obtained when transmitting on subbands reported by the UE the corresponding TBS and that obtained when transmitting the TBS indicated by the reported wideband CQI median on a randomly selected subband in set S shall be ≥ ;

The requirements only apply for subbands of full size and the random scheduling across the subbands is done by selecting a new subband in each TTI for FDD. The transport block size TBS (wideband CQI median) is that resulting from the code rate which is closest to that indicated by the wideband CQI median and theentry in Table 7.1.7.2.1-1 of TS 36.213 [10] that corresponds to the subband size.

Table 9.3.4.2.1.3-1: Subband test for single antenna transmission (FDD)

Parameter

Unit

Test 1

Test 2

Bandwidth

MHz

10 MHz

Transmission mode

1 (port 0)

Downlink power allocation

dB

0

dB

0

σ

dB

0

SNR (Note 3)

dB

8

9

13

14

dB[mW/15kHz]

-90

-89

-85

-84

dB[mW/15kHz]

-98

-98

Propagation channel

Clause B.2.4 with s, a = 1, Hz

Reporting periodicity

ms

NP = 2

CQI delay

ms

8

Physical channel for CQI reporting

PUSCH (Note 4)

PUCCH Report Type for wideband CQI

4

PUCCH Report Type for subband CQI

1

Max number of HARQ transmissions

1

Subband size (k)

RBs

6 (full size)

Number of bandwidth parts (J)

3

K

1

cqi-pmi-ConfigIndex

1

Note 1: If the UE reports in an available uplink reporting instance at subframe SF#n based on CQI estimation at a downlink subframe not later than SF#(n-4), this reported subband or wideband CQI cannot be applied at the eNB downlink before SF#(n+4)

Note 2: Reference measurement channel RC.3 FDD according to Table A.4-1 with one/two sided dynamic OCNG Pattern OP.1/2 FDD as described in Annex A.5.1.1/2.

Note 3: For each test, the minimum requirements shall be fulfilled for at least one of the two SNR(s) and the respective wanted signal input level.

Note 4: To avoid collisions between CQI reports and HARQ-ACK it is necessary to report both on PUSCH instead of PUCCH. PDCCH DCI format 0 shall be transmitted in downlink SF#1, #3, #7 and #9 to allow periodic CQI to multiplex with the HARQ-ACK on PUSCH in uplink subframe SF#5, #7, #1 and #3.

Note 5: CQI reports for the short subband (having 2RBs in the last bandwidth part) are to be disregarded and data scheduling according to the most recent subband CQI report for bandwidth part with j=1.

Note 6: In the case where wideband CQI is reported, data is to be scheduled according to the most recently used subband CQI report.

Table 9.3.4.2.1.3-2: Minimum requirement (FDD)

Test 1

Test 2



1.15

1.15

UE Category

1-8

1-8

The normative reference for this requirement is TS 36.101 [2] clause 9.3.4.2.1.

9.3.4.2.1.4 Test description

9.3.4.2.1.4.1 Initial conditions

Initial conditions are a set of test configurations the UE needs to be tested in and the steps for the SS to take with the UE to reach the correct measurement state.

Configurations of PDSCH and PDCCH before measurement are specified in Annex C.2.

Test Environment: Normal as defined in TS 36.508 [7] clause 4.1.

Frequencies to be tested: Mid Range as defined in TS 36.508 [7] clause 4.3.1.1.

Channel Bandwidths to be tested: 10MHz, as defined in TS 36.508 [7] clause 4.3.1.1

1. Connect the SS and faders to the UE antenna connector (s) as shown in TS 36.508 [7] Annex A, Figure A.9 for UE with 2Rx RF band and Annex A, Figure A.9a for 4Rx capable UE without any 2Rx RF bands.

2. The parameter settings for the cell are set up according to Table 9.3.4.2.1.3-1.

3. Downlink signals are initially set up according to Annex C.1 and Annex C.3.2, and uplink signals according to Annex H.1 and H.3.2.

4. Propagation conditions are set according to Annex B.0.

5. Ensure the UE is in State 3A-RF according to TS 36.508 [7] clause 5.2A.2. Message contents are defined in clause 9.3.4.2.1.4.3.

9.3.4.2.1.4.2 Test procedure

1. Set the parameters of bandwidth, the propagation condition, antenna configuration and measurement channel according to Table 9.3.4.2.1.5-2 as appropriate.

2. The SS shall transmit PDSCH via PDCCH DCI format 1A for C_RNTI to transmit the DL RMC according to CQI value 8 and keep it regardless of the wideband and subband CQI value sent by the UE. Continue transmission of the PDSCH until 2000 wideband CQI reports and full-size subband CQI reports for each full-size subband have been gathered. The SS sends downlink MAC padding bits on the DL RMC. The SS sends uplink scheduling information via PDCCH DCI format 0 with CQI request bit set to 0 to schedule UL RMC in subframe #1, #3, #5 and subframe #7 (Table A.4.1-1). The UE will send ACK/NACK and periodic CQI report using PUSCH. In this process the SS collects wideband CQI reports and also cases where UE transmits nothing in its wideband CQI timing are counted as wideband CQI reports.

3. Set up a relative frequency distribution for the reported wideband CQI-values, Calculate the median value (wideband Median CQI is the CQI that is at or crosses 50% distribution from the lower wideband CQI side). This CQI-value is declared as wideband Median CQI value.

4. The SS shall transmit PDSCH via PDCCH DCI format 1A for C_RNTI to transmit the DL RMC on a randomly selected full-size subband using the transport format according to the wideband median-CQI value regardless of UE wideband or subband CQI report. Note that each full-size subband shall be selected in the equal probability The SS sends downlink MAC padding bits on the DL RMC. The SS sends uplink scheduling information via PDCCH DCI format 0 with CQI request bit set to 0 to schedule UL RMC in subframe #1, #3, #5 and subframe #7 (Table A.4.1-1). The UE will send ACK/NACK and periodic CQI report using PUSCH. Measure the average throughput according to Annex G.5.3. Declare the throughput as .

5. The SS shall transmit PDSCH via PDCCH DCI format 1A for C_RNTI to transmit the DL RMC in the full-size subband reported by the UE and with the corresponding TBS. When the UE reports a non-full-size SB, the SS schedules the recent reported SB for bandwidth part with j=1 and with the corresponding TBS. Note that the SS shall send PDSCH in the same full-size subband until next subband UE report is available. The SS sends downlink MAC padding bits on the DL RMC. The SS sends uplink scheduling information via PDCCH DCI format 0 with CQI request bit set to 0 to schedule UL RMC in subframe #1, #3, #5 and subframe #7 (Table A.4.1-1). The UE will send ACK/NACK and periodic CQI report using PUSCH. Measure the average throughput according to Annex G.5.3. Declare the throughput as . Count the number of NACKs, ACKs and statDTXs on the UL during the test interval.
If / ≥ then pass the UE for this test and go to step 7. Otherwise go to step 6.

6. If both SNR points of the test have not been tested, then repeat the same procedure (steps 1 to 5) for the other SNR point as appropriate. Otherwise fail the UE.

7. If both tests have not been done, then repeat the same procedure (steps 1 to 6) with test conditions according to the table 9.3.4.2.1.3-1 for the other Test as appropriate. Otherwise pass the UE.

9.3.4.1.1.4.3 Message contents

Table 9.3.4.2.1.4.3-1: PhysicalConfigDedicated-DEFAULT

Derivation Path: 36.508 clause 5.5.1.2

Information Element

Value/remark

Comment

Condition

PhysicalConfigDedicated-DEFAULT ::= SEQUENCE {

cqi-ReportConfig

CQI-ReportConfig-DEFAULT

}

Table 9.3.4.2.1.4.3-2: CQI-ReportConfig-DEFAULT

Derivation Path: 36.508 clause 4.6.3

Information Element

Value/remark

Comment

Condition

CQI-ReportConfig-DEFAULT ::= SEQUENCE {

cqi-ReportModeAperiodic

Not present

nomPDSCH-RS-EPRE-Offset

0

cqi-ReportPeriodic CHOICE {

setup SEQUENCE {

cqi-PUCCH-ResourceIndex

0

cqi-pmi-ConfigIndex

1

(see Table 7.2.2-1A in TS 36.213

cqi-FormatIndicatorPeriodic CHOICE {

subbandCQI

1

}

ri-ConfigIndex

483

(see Table 7.2.2-1B in TS 36.213

simultaneousAckNackAndCQI

FALSE

}

}

}

9.3.4.2.1.5 Test requirement

Table 9.3.4.2.1.5-1: Test requirement (FDD)

Test 1

Test 2



1.14

1.14

UE Category

1-8

1-8

Table 9.3.4.2.1.5-2: Subband test for single antenna transmission (FDD)

Parameter

Unit

Test 1

Test 2

Bandwidth

MHz

10 MHz

Transmission mode

1 (port 0)

Downlink power allocation

dB

0

dB

0

σ

dB

0

SNR for UE with 2Rx RF band (Note 3)

dB

8

9

13

14

SNR for 4Rx UE without 2Rx RF band

dB

5

6

10

11

dB[mW/15kHz]

-90

-89

-85

-84

dB[mW/15kHz]

-98

-98

Propagation channel

Clause B.2.4 with s, a = 1, Hz

Reporting periodicity

ms

NP = 2

CQI delay

ms

8

Physical channel for CQI reporting

PUSCH (Note 4)

PUCCH Report Type for wideband CQI

4

PUCCH Report Type for subband CQI

1

Max number of HARQ transmissions

1

Subband size (k)

RBs

6 (full size)

Number of bandwidth parts (J)

3

K

1

cqi-pmi-ConfigIndex

1

Note 1: If the UE reports in an available uplink reporting instance at subframe SF#n based on CQI estimation at a downlink subframe not later than SF#(n-4), this reported subband or wideband CQI cannot be applied at the eNB downlink before SF#(n+4)

Note 2: Reference measurement channel RC.3 FDD according to Table A.4-1 with one/two sided dynamic OCNG Pattern OP.1/2 FDD as described in Annex A.5.1.1/2.

Note 3: For each test, the minimum requirements shall be fulfilled for at least one of the two SNR(s) and the respective wanted signal input level.

Note 4: To avoid collisions between CQI reports and HARQ-ACK it is necessary to report both on PUSCH instead of PUCCH. PDCCH DCI format 0 shall be transmitted in downlink SF#1, #3, #7 and #9 to allow periodic CQI to multiplex with the HARQ-ACK on PUSCH in uplink subframe SF#5, #7, #1 and #3.

Note 5: CQI reports for the short subband (having 2RBs in the last bandwidth part) are to be disregarded and data scheduling according to the most recent subband CQI report for bandwidth part with j=1.

Note 6: In the case where wideband CQI is reported, data is to be scheduled according to the most recently used subband CQI report.

Note 7: The SNR requirement for 4Rx capable UEs is as specified in 9.1.1.4.1. For 4Rx UE without 2Rx RF bands SNR requirement is reduced by [3] dB

9.3.4.2.2 TDD CQI Reporting under fading conditions – PUCCH 2-0

9.3.4.2.2.1 Test purpose

To verify that UE-selected sub-bands can be used for frequently-selective scheduling.

9.3.4.2.2.2 Test applicability

This test applies to all types of E-UTRA TDD UE release 9 and forward. Applicability requires support for FGI bit 2.

Note: This test also applies to UE supporting 4Rx antenna ports

9.3.4.2.2.3 Minimum conformance requirements

For the parameters specified in Table 9.3.4.2.2.3-1, and using the downlink physical channels specified in Annex C, the minimum requirements are specified in Table 9.3.4.2.2.3-2 and by the following:

a) the ratio of the throughput obtained when transmitting on subbands reported by the UE the corresponding TBS and that obtained when transmitting the TBS indicated by the reported wideband CQI median on a randomly selected subband in set S shall be ≥ ;

The requirements only apply for subbands of full size and the random scheduling across the subbands is done by selecting a new subband in each available downlink transmission instance for TDD. The transport block size TBS (wideband CQI median) is that resulting from the code rate which is closest to that indicated by the wideband CQI median and theentry in Table 7.1.7.2.1-1 of TS 36.213 [10] that corresponds to the subband size.

Table 9.3.4.2.2.3-1: Sub-band test for single antenna transmission (TDD)

Parameter

Unit

Test 1

Test 2

Bandwidth

MHz

10 MHz

Transmission mode

1 (port 0)

Downlink power allocation

dB

0

dB

0

σ

dB

0

Uplink downlink configuration

2

Special subframe configuration

4

SNR (Note 3)

dB

8

9

13

14

dB[mW/15kHz]

-90

-89

-85

-84

dB[mW/15kHz]

-98

-98

Propagation channel

Clause B.2.4 with s, a = 1, Hz

Reporting periodicity

ms

NP = 5

CQI delay

ms

10 or 11

Physical channel for CQI reporting

PUSCH (Note 4)

PUCCH Report Type for wideband CQI

4

PUCCH Report Type for subband CQI

1

Max number of HARQ transmissions

1

Subband size (k)

RBs

6 (full size)

Number of bandwidth parts (J)

3

K

1

cqi-pmi-ConfigIndex

3

ACK/NACK feedback mode

Multiplexing

Note 1: If the UE reports in an available uplink reporting instance at subframe SF#n based on CQI estimation at a downlink subframe not later than SF#(n-4), this reported subband or wideband CQI cannot be applied at the eNB downlink before SF#(n+4)

Note 2: Reference measurement channel RC.3 TDD according to Table A.4-1 with one/two sided dynamic OCNG Pattern OP.1/2 TDD as described in Annex A.5.2.1/2.

Note 3: For each test, the minimum requirements shall be fulfilled for at least one of the two SNR(s) and the respective wanted signal input level.

Note 4: To avoid collisions between CQI reports and HARQ-ACK it is necessary to report both on PUSCH instead of PUCCH. PDCCH DCI format 0 shall be transmitted in downlink SF#3 and #8 to allow periodic CQI to multiplex with the HARQ-ACK on PUSCH in uplink subframe SF#7 and #2.

Note 5: CQI reports for the short subband (having 2RBs in the last bandwidth part) are to be disregarded and data scheduling according to the most recent subband CQI report for bandwidth part with j=1.

Note 6: In the case where wideband CQI is reported, data is to be scheduled according to the most recently used subband CQI report.

Table 9.3.4.2.2.3-2: Minimum requirement (TDD)

Test 1

Test 2



1.15

1.15

UE Category

1-8

1-8

The normative reference for this requirement is TS 36.101 [2] clause 9.3.4.2.2.

9.3.4.2.2.4 Test description

9.3.4.2.2.4.1 Initial conditions

Initial conditions are a set of test configurations the UE needs to be tested in and the steps for the SS to take with the UE to reach the correct measurement state.

Configurations of PDSCH and PDCCH before measurement are specified in Annex C.2.

Test Environment: Normal as defined in TS 36.508 [7] clause 4.1.

Frequencies to be tested: Mid Range as defined in TS 36.508 [7] clause 4.3.1.1.

Channel Bandwidths to be tested: 10MHz, as defined in TS 36.508 [7] clause 4.3.1.1

1. Connect the SS, faders and AWGN noise source to the UE antenna connector (s) as shown in TS 36.508 [7] Annex A, Figure A.9 for UE with 2Rx RF band and Annex A, Figure A.9a for 4Rx capable UE without any 2Rx RF bands.

2. The parameter settings for the cell are set up according to Table 9.3.4.2.2.3-1.

3. Downlink signals are initially set up according to Annex C.1 and Annex C.3.2, and uplink signals according to Annex H.1 and H.3.2.

4. Propagation conditions are set according to Annex B.0.

5. Ensure the UE is in State 3A-RF according to TS 36.508 [7] clause 5.2A.2. Message contents are defined in clause 9.3.4.2.2.4.3.

9.3.4.2.2.4.2 Test procedure

1. Set the parameters of bandwidth, the propagation condition, antenna configuration and measurement channel according to Table 9.3.4.2.2.5-2 as appropriate.

2. The SS shall transmit PDSCH via PDCCH DCI format 1A for C_RNTI to transmit the DL RMC according to CQI value 8 and keep it regardless of the wideband and subband CQI value sent by the UE. Continue transmission of the PDSCH until 2000 wideband CQI reports and full-size subband CQI reports for each full-size subband have been gathered. The SS sends downlink MAC padding bits on the DL RMC. The SS sends uplink scheduling information via PDCCH DCI format 0 with CQI request bit set to 0 to schedule UL RMC in subframe #2 and subframe #7 (Table A.4.1-2). The UE will send ACK/NACK and periodic CQI report using PUSCH. In this process the SS collects wideband CQI reports and also cases where UE transmits nothing in its wideband CQI timing are counted as wideband CQI reports.

3. Set up a relative frequency distribution for the reported wideband CQI-values, Calculate the median value (wideband Median CQI is the CQI that is at or crosses 50% distribution from the lower wideband CQI side). This CQI-value is declared as wideband Median CQI value.

4. The SS shall transmit PDSCH via PDCCH DCI format 1A for C_RNTI to transmit the DL RMC on a randomly selected full-size subband using the transport format according to the wideband median-CQI value regardless of UE wideband or subband CQI report. Note that each full-size subband shall be selected in the equal probability. The SS sends downlink MAC padding bits on the DL RMC. The SS sends uplink scheduling information via PDCCH DCI format 0 with CQI request bit set to 0 to schedule UL RMC in subframe #2 and subframe #7 (Table A.4.1-2). The UE will send ACK/NACK and periodic CQI report using PUSCH. Measure the average throughput according to Annex G.5.3. Declare the throughput as .

5. The SS shall transmit PDSCH via PDCCH DCI format 1A for C_RNTI to transmit the DL RMC in the full-size subband reported by the UE and with the corresponding TBS. When the UE reports a non-full-size SB, the SS schedules the recent reported SB for bandwidth part with j=1 and with the corresponding TBS. Note that the SS shall send PDSCH in the same full-size subband until next subband UE report is available. The SS sends downlink MAC padding bits on the DL RMC. The SS sends uplink scheduling information via PDCCH DCI format 0 with CQI request bit set to 0 to schedule UL RMC in subframe #2 and subframe #7 (Table A.4.1-2). The UE will send ACK/NACK and periodic CQI report using PUSCH. Measure the average throughput according to Annex G.5.3. Declare the throughput as . Count the number of NACKs, ACKs and statDTXs on the UL during the test interval.
If / ≥ then pass the UE for this test and go to step 7. Otherwise go to step 6.

6. If both SNR points of the test have not been tested, then repeat the same procedure (steps 1 to 5) for the other SNR point as appropriate. Otherwise fail the UE.

7. If both tests have not been done, then repeat the same procedure (steps 1 to 6) with test conditions according to the table 9.3.4.2.2.3-1 for the other Test as appropriate. Otherwise pass the UE.

9.3.4.2.2.4.3 Message contents

Message contents are according to TS 36.508 [7] clause 4.6 with the following exceptions:

Table 9.3.4.2.2.4.3-1: PhysicalConfigDedicated-DEFAULT

Derivation Path: 36.508 clause 5.5.1.2

Information Element

Value/remark

Comment

Condition

PhysicalConfigDedicated-DEFAULT ::= SEQUENCE {

cqi-ReportConfig

CQI-ReportConfig-DEFAULT

}

Table 9.3.4.2.2.4.3-2: CQI-ReportConfig-DEFAULT

Derivation Path: 36.508 clause 4.6.3

Information Element

Value/remark

Comment

Condition

CQI-ReportConfig-DEFAULT ::= SEQUENCE {

cqi-ReportModeAperiodic

Not present

nomPDSCH-RS-EPRE-Offset

0

cqi-ReportPeriodic CHOICE {

setup SEQUENCE {

cqi-PUCCH-ResourceIndex

0

cqi-pmi-ConfigIndex

3

(see Table 7.2.2-1A in TS 36.213)

cqi-FormatIndicatorPeriodic CHOICE {

subbandCQI

1

}

ri-ConfigIndex

484

(see Table 7.2.2-1B in TS 36.213)

simultaneousAckNackAndCQI

FALSE

}

}

}

Table 9.3.4.2.2.4.3-3: TDD-Config-DEFAULT

Derivation Path: 36.508 clause 4.6.3

Information Element

Value/remark

Comment

Condition

TDD-Config-DEFAULT ::= SEQUENCE {

subframeAssignment

Sa2

specialSubframePatterns

Ssp4

}

9.3.4.2.2.5 Test requirement

Table 9.3.4.2.2.5-1: Test requirement (TDD)

Test 1

Test 2



1.14

1.14

UE Category

1-8

1-8

Table 9.3.4.2.2.5-2: Sub-band test for single antenna transmission (TDD)

Parameter

Unit

Test 1

Test 2

Bandwidth

MHz

10 MHz

Transmission mode

1 (port 0)

Downlink power allocation

dB

0

dB

0

σ

dB

0

Uplink downlink configuration

2

Special subframe configuration

4

SNR for UE with 2Rx RF band (Note 3)

dB

8

9

13

14

SNR for 4Rx UE without 2Rx RF band

dB

5

6

10

11

dB[mW/15kHz]

-90

-89

-85

-84

dB[mW/15kHz]

-98

-98

Propagation channel

Clause B.2.4 with s, a = 1, Hz

Reporting periodicity

ms

NP = 5

CQI delay

ms

10 or 11

Physical channel for CQI reporting

PUSCH (Note 4)

PUCCH Report Type for wideband CQI

4

PUCCH Report Type for subband CQI

1

Max number of HARQ transmissions

1

Subband size (k)

RBs

6 (full size)

Number of bandwidth parts (J)

3

K

1

cqi-pmi-ConfigIndex

3

ACK/NACK feedback mode

Multiplexing

Note 1: If the UE reports in an available uplink reporting instance at subframe SF#n based on CQI estimation at a downlink subframe not later than SF#(n-4), this reported subband or wideband CQI cannot be applied at the eNB downlink before SF#(n+4)

Note 2: Reference measurement channel RC.3 TDD according to Table A.4-1 with one/two sided dynamic OCNG Pattern OP.1/2 TDD as described in Annex A.5.2.1/2.

Note 3: For each test, the minimum requirements shall be fulfilled for at least one of the two SNR(s) and the respective wanted signal input level.

Note 4: To avoid collisions between CQI reports and HARQ-ACK it is necessary to report both on PUSCH instead of PUCCH. PDCCH DCI format 0 shall be transmitted in downlink SF#3 and #8 to allow periodic CQI to multiplex with the HARQ-ACK on PUSCH in uplink subframe SF#7 and #2.

Note 5: CQI reports for the short subband (having 2RBs in the last bandwidth part) are to be disregarded and data scheduling according to the most recent subband CQI report for bandwidth part with j=1.

Note 6: In the case where wideband CQI is reported, data is to be scheduled according to the most recently used subband CQI report.

Note 7: The SNR requirement for 4Rx capable UEs is as specified in 9.1.1.4.1. For 4Rx UE without 2Rx RF bands SNR requirement is reduced by [3] dB