Single frequency network using Ethernet multicast
US10064019B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 29, 2016 |
| Grant date | Aug 28, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 2, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04W88/085
- WIPO fieldDigital communication
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Various communication systems may benefit from an improved signaling protocol. For example, communication systems may benefit from an improved network support for a single frequency network transmission using an Ethernet switch. A method includes receiving a message at an access point in a single frequency network from a network entity through a data switch. The message comprises an indication of at least one of a downlink physical channel or an uplink physical channel. The method also includes transmitting a request for a signal characteristic through the at least one downlink physical channel to a user equipment. In addition, the method includes receiving the signal characteristic through the at least one uplink physical channel from the user equipment. Further, the method includes transmitting a response message through the data switch from the access point to the network entity indicating the signal characteristic.
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