WCDMA CD-CAICH


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This page describes CD/CAICH or collision detection with channel assignment indicator channel with respect to WCDMA/UMTS system.

The Collision Detection Channel Assignment Indicator channel (CD/CA-ICH) is a physical channel used to carry CD Indicator (CDI) only if the CA is not active, or CD Indicator/CA Indicator (CDI/CAI) at the same time if the CA is active.

WCDMA CD-CAICH

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