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February 2009
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[9] The Optimal Solution in single and aggregated 5 MHz blocks ...... 13
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HSPA+ R7 doubles the data capacity of HSPA and more than doubles
the voice capacity WCDMA, enabling operators to offer mobile
broadband and voice at even lower cost. HSPA+ Release 8 (R8)
introduces the first step of the multicarrier feature, aggregating two 5
MHz carriers, which doubles the user data rates to all users in the cell.
While HSPA already supports the full range of packet-based IP services
with integrated Quality of Service (QoS), HSPA+ further enhances the
end-user experience through higher peak rates, lower latency, improved
“always-on” experience and extended talk time. HSPA+ is the optimal
solution for single or aggregated 5 MHz carriers and provides
performance similar to that of LTE in the same bandwidth and when
using the same number of antennas. HSPA+ is the natural evolution of
HSPA and provides next-generation performance through an incremental
and a cost-effective upgrade while leveraging existing investments.
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HSPA+ doubles the data capacity over HSPA and more than
doubles voice capacity over WCDMA, reducing the cost of delivering
voice or data services (more efficient voice over HSPA+ can also be
used to free up data capacity).
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DL: 1.8-14.4 Mbps DL: 1.8-14.4 Mbps DL: 28 Mbps DL: 42 Mbps1 DL: 84 Mbps and beyond2
UL: 384 Kbps UL: 5.7 Mbps UL: 11 Mbps UL: 11 Mbps UL: 23 Mbps and beyond2
1R8 will reach 42 Mbps by combining 2x2 MIMO and HOM (64QAM) in 5 MHz, or by utilizing HOM (64QAM) and multicarrier in 10 MHz.
2R9 and beyond may utilize combinations of multicarrier and MIMO to reach 84 Mbps peak rates and beyond. Similarly, uplink multicarrier can double the uplink data rates.
This paper focuses on the first and second step of the HSPA evolution
and the enhancements that have been defined in 3GPP R7 and R8. For
a more detailed view of the R7 and R8 features, see the appendix at the
conclusion of this paper. As seen in Figure 1, HSPA+ further enhances
the mobile broadband experience by providing up to 28 Mbps peak data
rates in the downlink (DL) in R7, and up to 42 Mbps in R8.
HSPA+ has a strong evolution path and will continue to evolve beyond
HSPA+ R8 to further enhance the HSPA+ performance and provide a
clear evolution path for current HSPA networks. The definition of HSPA+
R9 was already initiated in early 2009. HSPA+ R9 and beyond is
considering enhancements such as expanding HSPA+ multicarrier
beyond 10 MHz deployments combined with MIMO (Multiple Input
Multiple Output) to provide peak rates of 84 Mbps and more.
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Figure 3 compares the downlink and uplink data capacity of HSPA and
HSPA+. The almost doubled downlink and uplink data capacity assumes
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HSPA greatly increased data capacity over R99 systems by adding the
high-speed shared channels with HOM (16QAM), smaller transmission
interval, Hybrid ARQ (HARQ) and opportunistic scheduling. HSPA+
builds on this solid foundation by adding support for 64QAM, 2x2 MIMO,
DTX/DRX and other air interface improvements to enhance the capacity
and the user experience.
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UE Type 3 device receiver: linear MMSE equalizer and receive diversity.
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Figure 5: Voice over HSPA more than doubles voice capacity over WCDMA
CS voice over HSPA leaves the core network intact, allowing operators
to leverage their existing core network investments, while VoIP relies on
the IMS core network. CS voice over HSPA is therefore the natural
upgrade for most operators but could also be an intermediate step
toward the long-term goal to migrate to VoIP.
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Without E-SCC, signaling might have to be transported on DCH which will reduce the
Voice over HSPA capacity.
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The transition time from inactive mode (Cell-PCH) to active mode (Cell_FACH/DCH).
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Future releases beyond R8 may allow combination of MIMO and multicarrier. HSPA+ R8
also allows the combination of MIMO and 64 QAM to enable 42 Mbps in 5 MH.
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Figure 8: R8 Multicarrier doubles user data rates to all users in the cell5
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Each scenario is based on the same total number of users per carrier. Shows peak data
rata (scaled down a factor 2x) and the burst data rate for the median users and the 10%
worst (cell edge) users.
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The bursty nature means that a multicarrier can support more users at the same response
time for partially loaded carriers. The gain depends on the load and can exceed 100% for
fewer users (less loaded carrier) but less for many users (starting to resemble full buffer).
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Figure 11: Downlink Data Capacity per Sector ( Mbps) and peak data rates
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Source: Qualcomm Simulation, details in 3GPP R1-070674. 500m ISD, HSPA+ results
scaled up from 10 MHz, HSPA+. HSPA+: 16QAM not considered for the UL and device IC
not considered for the DL. HSPA+ multicarrier and DL Interference Cancellation would
further increase HSPA+.
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HSPA+ R8 allows aggregation within the same spectrum band only, but
future enhancements may also target the aggregation across bands,
even with large RF separation, allowing operators to better leverage all
their spectrum assets. Aggregation of up to four downlink carriers are
also being considered, enabling 84 Mbps peak data rates in 20 MHz
(without MIMO).
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[11] Conclusion
HSPA+ is the natural and most economical evolution from HSPA,
allowing WCDMA/HSPA operators to make the most efficient use of their
existing assets and investments in network, spectrum and devices at a
lower cost. HSPA+ is backward compatible, allowing for a gradual
introduction of devices and a smooth, cost-efficient and simple network
upgrade to existing HSPA nodes. Thanks to the doubled data capacity
and more than doubled voice capacity over HSPA and WCDMA,
respectively, HSPA+ enables operators to offer mobile broadband and
voice services at an even lower cost. HSPA+ further enhances the end-
user experience through lower latency, extended talk time through VoIP,
and an improved “always-on” experience.
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[12] Appendix
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