Method and related communications device for improving discontinuous reception functionality
US9504083B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 24, 2008 |
| Grant date | Nov 22, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 4, 2033 |
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- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04L1/1848
- WIPO fieldDigital communication
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A method of improving discontinuous reception (DRX) functionality for a user equipment (UE) of a wireless communication system is disclosed, so as to allow continuous reception of following transmissions during a retransmission period. The method includes steps of monitoring a Physical Downlink Control Channel (PDCCH) when an On Duration Timer, a DRX Inactivity Timer or a DRX Retransmission Timer is running; and starting or restating the DRX Inactivity Timer when the PDCCH indicates the UE a new transmission.
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