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WCDMA SCH(synchronization channel)

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This page describes SCH or synchronization channel with respect to WCDMA/UMTS system.

The Synchronization Channel (SCH) is a downlink channel used for initial synchronization purpose and cell search. The SCH consists of two sub-channels, the Primary and Secondary SCH.

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