The steps involved and the different ways to parameterize end-to-end simulations and static waveform generation using LTE Toolbox™. In this example we focus on the downlink, but the concepts discussed apply to the uplink as well.

In LTE the Downlink Shared Channel (DL-SCH) is a transport channel used for the transmission of user data, dedicated control and user-specific higher layer information and downlink system information. The Physical Downlink Shared Channel (PDSCH) is the physical channel that carries the DL-SCH coded data. This example shows the different stages involved in the Downlink Shared Channel (DL-SCH) and Physical Downlink Shared Channel (PDSCH) processing and provides access to the data from these intermediate stages.

Construct synchronization signals using LTE Toolbox™. In this example, you create the primary and secondary synchronization signals and map them to a resource grid.

Generate LTE-Advanced Pro Release 13 Narrowband IoT (NB-IoT) waveforms for test and measurement applications using the LTE Toolbox™.

Create a downlink LTE-M transmission consisting of MTC Physical Downlink Control Channel (MPDCCH) as well as its associated Physical Downlink Shared Channel (PDSCH) and Physical Broadcast Channel (PBCH), including repetitions and frequency hopping. When compared to pre-Release 13 devices, Cat-M devices offer lower cost and complexity, enhanced coverage by the introduction of repetitions and an extended DRX for further power saving.