SJ-20141230091957-001-ZTE UniPOS NetMAX GSM (V14.40) User Manual - 615375

ZTE UniPOS NetMAX GSM
Network Multi-Analysis Expert

User Manual
Version: V14.40
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Contents
About This Manual ......................................................................................... I
Chapter 1 Overview .................................................................................... 1-1
Chapter 2 Installation, Uninstallation, and Startup ................................. 2-1
2.1 Server Installation and Uninstallation ................................................................... 2-1
2.1.1 Hardware Configuration Requirements ...................................................... 2-1
2.1.2 Installing the NetMAX GSM Server Software.............................................. 2-2
2.1.3 Uninstalling the NetMAX GSM Server Software.......................................... 2-3
2.2 Client Installation and Uninstallation .................................................................... 2-4
2.2.1 Installing the NetMAX GSM Client Software ............................................... 2-4
2.2.2 Unstalling the NetMAX GSM Client Software.............................................. 2-5
2.3 Starting the NetMAX GSM Client......................................................................... 2-5
2.4 NetMAX GSM Client Window .............................................................................. 2-7
Chapter 3 System Management ................................................................ 3-1

3.1 License Management ......................................................................................... 3-1
3.1.1 Applying for a License .............................................................................. 3-1
3.1.2 Upgrading the License.............................................................................. 3-2
3.1.3 Querying License Authorization Information ............................................... 3-3
3.2 Operator Management........................................................................................ 3-4
3.2.1 Adding an Operator .................................................................................. 3-6
3.2.2 Deleting an Operator ................................................................................ 3-7
3.2.3 Modifying an Operator .............................................................................. 3-8
3.2.4 Modifying the Password of an Operator ..................................................... 3-8
3.3 Querying Operation Logs .................................................................................... 3-9
Chapter 4 Data Management ..................................................................... 4-1

4.1 Overview ........................................................................................................... 4-1
4.2 Configuring Connections to the EMS, NDS System, and Engineering Data
Server.............................................................................................................. 4-3
4.3 Engineering Data Import ..................................................................................... 4-7
4.3.1 Importing Engineering Data Manually ........................................................ 4-7
4.3.2 Importing Engineering Data Automatically.................................................4-11
4.4 Performance Data Import.................................................................................. 4-12
4.4.1 Importing Performance Data ................................................................... 4-12
4.4.2 Importing Performance Data From the EMS Automatically ........................ 4-14

4.5 Radio Data Import ............................................................................................ 4-15
4.5.1 Importing Radio Data Manually ............................................................... 4-16
4.5.2 Importing Radio Data Automatically ......................................................... 4-17
4.6 Importing MR, CDT, MRCI, and Radio Data From Local Files .............................. 4-18
4.7 Importing MR/CDT/MRCI Data From the NDS.................................................... 4-19
4.7.1 Importing MR and CDT Data Manually From the NDS System .................. 4-19
4.7.2 Importing MR and CDT Data Automatically From the NDS System ............ 4-22
4.7.3 Importing MRCI Data From the NDS System Automatically....................... 4-24
4.8 Deleting Engineering Data ................................................................................ 4-25
4.9 Deleting MR and CDT Data............................................................................... 4-27
4.10 Deleting MR and CDT Data Automatically ........................................................ 4-29
4.11 Deleting MRCI Data Automatically ................................................................... 4-31
4.12 Task Management .......................................................................................... 4-32
4.13 Viewing Data Information ................................................................................ 4-38
Chapter 5 Common Functions .................................................................. 5-1

5.1 Displaying Statistical Data in Chart Format........................................................... 5-1
5.2 Setting Filter Conditions...................................................................................... 5-5
5.2.1 Setting Indicator Definitions and Sections .................................................. 5-5
5.2.2 Setting Time Ranges ................................................................................ 5-8
5.2.3 Selecting NEs, Terminals and Users ........................................................ 5-12
5.3 Geographic Analysis......................................................................................... 5-17
5.3.1 Electronic Map ....................................................................................... 5-17
Chapter 6 Network Evaluation................................................................... 6-1

6.1 1-D Statistics ..................................................................................................... 6-1
6.1.1 Overview ................................................................................................. 6-1
6.1.2 Performing 1-D Statistics for Rx Level........................................................ 6-2
6.2 2-D Statistics ..................................................................................................... 6-4
6.2.1 Overview ................................................................................................. 6-4
6.2.2 Performing 2-D Statistics for Rx Level and Rx Quality................................. 6-5
6.3 3-D Statistics ..................................................................................................... 6-7
6.3.1 Overview ................................................................................................. 6-7
6.3.2 Performing 3-D Statistics for Rx Level and Rx Quality................................. 6-7
6.4 Interference Evaluation ....................................................................................... 6-9
6.4.1 Overview ................................................................................................. 6-9
6.4.2 Evaluating Network Interference................................................................ 6-9
6.5 Evaluating Network Frequencies ....................................................................... 6-12
6.6 Analyzing KPIs................................................................................................. 6-14
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6.7 Evaluating User Experience .............................................................................. 6-16
Chapter 7 Special Analysis........................................................................ 7-1

7.1 Network Analysis................................................................................................ 7-1
7.1.1 Overview ................................................................................................. 7-1
7.1.2 Analyzing Cells With Uplink-Downlink Imbalance........................................ 7-4
7.1.3 Analyzing Cells with Bad C/I ..................................................................... 7-7
7.1.4 Performing C/I Analysis .......................................................................... 7-10
7.1.5 Performing Association Analysis of UL and DL Quality.............................. 7-13
7.1.6 Viewing the Traffic Density Map .............................................................. 7-14
7.2 Event Analysis ................................................................................................. 7-15
7.2.1 Performing Handover Analysis ................................................................ 7-15
7.2.2 Performing Access Analysis.................................................................... 7-19
7.2.3 Performing Call Drop Analysis................................................................. 7-21
7.3 Analyzing Short Calls ....................................................................................... 7-24
7.4 Analyzing VIP and VAP Users ........................................................................... 7-25
Chapter 8 Intelligent Optimization ............................................................ 8-1

8.1 Optimizing Neighbor Cells................................................................................... 8-1
8.2 Antenna Connection Analysis.............................................................................. 8-5
8.2.1 Analyzing Crossed BCCH Antennas .......................................................... 8-5
8.2.2 Analyzing TCH Antenna Connections ........................................................ 8-8
8.3 Optimizing Access Parameters.......................................................................... 8-10
8.4 Optimizing Frequencies .....................................................................................8-11
8.5 Automatically Optimizing Neighbor Cells ............................................................ 8-13
8.6 Optimizing Power Control Parameters ............................................................... 8-21
Chapter 9 Call Detail Records ................................................................... 9-1

Figures............................................................................................................. I
Tables .............................................................................................................V
Glossary .......................................................................................................VII
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About This Manual
Purpose
This manual provides instructions for installing and using the UniPOS NetMAX-G (NetMAX
GSM). The NetMAX GSM is a GSM network analysis and optimization software, which
analyzes the collected network data in consideration of user experience and provides
analysis and evaluation results for network design and optimization.
Intended Audience
This manual is intended for:
l Network optimization engineers
l Maintenance engineers
What Is in This Manual

This manual contains the following chapters.
Chapter 1, Overview Describes the functions, system architecture, and configuration

requirements of the NetMAX GSM.
Chapter 2, Installation, Describes the installation and uninstallation of the NetMAX GSM
Uninstallation, and Startup server and client, and how to start the client.
Chapter 3, System Describes license management, operator management, and log

Management management operations.
Chapter 4, Data Describes data import and deletion functions, including subscriber
Management information management, automatic import and deletion policy
setting, and task management.
Chapter 5, Common Describes the common functions for all functional modules, including
Functions common graphic functions, filter condition setting, and geographic
analysis.
Chapter 6, Network Provides instructions for 1-D, 2-D, and 3-D statistics and analysis.
Evaluation
Chapter 7, Special Analysis Provides instructions for network analysis, event analysis, short call
analysis, and VIP/VAP user analysis.
Chapter 8, Intelligent Provides instructions for neighbor cell optimization, antenna

Optimization connection analysis, access parameter optimization, and frequency
analysis.
Chapter 9, Call Detail Describes how to view various call detail records.
Records

Conventions
This manual uses the following typographical conventions
Italics Variables in commands. It may also refer to other related manuals and
documents.
Bold Menus, menu options, function names, input fields, option button names, check
boxes, drop-down lists, dialog box names, window names, parameters, and
commands.
Constant width Text that you type, program codes, filenames, directory names, and function
names.
Note: provides additional information about a topic.
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Chapter 1
Overview
The NetMAX GSM system is a network optimization tool for analyzing and optimizing GSM
radio access networks. It collects all required data for network analysis and optimization,
including engineering data, MR data, CDT data, MRCI (MR C/R) data, and handover data.
l The engineering data is the basis for all functions, and should be recorded by
engineers in accordance with the actual situation during commissioning.
The engineering data includes BSC ID, site ID, cell ID, BCCH, BSIC, longitude,
latitude, and antenna azimuth.
l The MR data is the raw data measured by base stations and subscribers. The MR
data includes field intensity, interference, and signal quality.
l The MRCI (MR C/I) data records the distribution of power level differences among
each cell and its related cells. The data is used for cell filtering by C/I differences, C/I
interference analysis, and neighboring cell optimization.
l The CDT data records the detailed information of calls in the network. The call
details, providing abundant real-time information, can be used for network planning
and optimization, failure location, and algorithm optimization.
System Architecture
The NetMAX GSM system, consisting of the client and the server, is used in cooperation
with the data collection server. The system architecture is shown in Figure 1-1.
Figure 1-1 NetMAX GSM System Architecture
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l The data collection server obtains IP packets from each BSC periodically, and
generates data files in the format required by the NetMAX GSM system.
l The NetMAX GSM server obtains the data summarization from the data collection
server, and imports the data statistics into the database.
l The NetMAX GSM client, connected to the NetMAX GSM server, obtains the
data from the database, and performs data analysis, including network evaluation,
special analysis, parameter optimization, subscriber experience evaluation, and GIS
geographical analysis.
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Chapter 2
Installation, Uninstallation,
and Startup
Table of Contents
Server Installation and Uninstallation..........................................................................2-1
Client Installation and Uninstallation ...........................................................................2-4
Starting the NetMAX GSM Client................................................................................2-5
NetMAX GSM Client Window .....................................................................................2-7
2.1 Server Installation and Uninstallation

2.1.1 Hardware Configuration Requirements
The requirements for hardware configuration of the NetMAX GSM server vary with different
networking modes and traffic on site. Table 2-1 and Table 2-2 provide two typical hardware
configurations of the NetMAX GSM server.
Table 2-1 Typical Hardware Configuration of the NetMAX GSM Server (Linux Operating
System)
Hardware Requirement
Workstation IBM X3650
CPU 8 2 cores
Memory > 32 GB
Hard disk > 400 GB
Table 2-2 Typical Hardware Configuration of the NetMAX GSM Server (Solaris Operating
System)
Hardware Requirement
Workstation M4000 or T42
CPU 4 cores
Memory > 32 GB
Hard disk 584 GB
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2.1.2 Installing the NetMAX GSM Server Software

The NetMAX GSM server installation procedures in the Linux and Solaris operating
systems are similar. This procedure describes how to install the NetMAX GSM server
software in the Linux operating system on the server.
Prerequisite
l The Linux or Solaris operating system and the Sybase IQ database have been
installed on the server.
l The FTP service is available on the server for the root user.
l The NetMAX GSM server installation package NetMAX_GU_V14.40.XX_XXXX_Red
Hat.tar.gz or NetMAX_GU_V14.40.XX_XXXX_Solaris.tar.gz is available.
l An SSH tool is available on your local computer for remote access to the server.
l You have obtained the root user authority. If you have not got the root user authority,
contact the administrator.
Steps
1. On the local computer, start the SSH client and establish a connection to the server
as the root user.
2. Use the SSH client to transfer the installation package (NetMAX_GU_V14.40.XX_XX
XX_RedHat.tar.gz) to the /netmax/install directory on the server.
3. Execute the following commands to check the MD5 code of the installation package
on the server and verify that the installation package is correctly transferred:
# cd /netmax/install
md5sum NetMAX_GU_V14.40.XX_XXXX_RedHat.tar.gz
The MD5 code of the installation package is displayed:
ab45fcce5aa42d100ab54c84b82ebd39
Note:
The MD5 code varies with different NetMAX GSM versions. If an incorrect MD5 code
is returned, you need to contact technical support engineers for troubleshooting.
4. Change the current directory to /home/install, and then execute the following
commands to decompress the installation package:
# cd /netmax/install
# gunzip NetMAX_GU_V14.40.XX_XXXX_RedHat.tar.gz
# tar -xvf NetMAX_GU_V14.40.XX_XXXX_RedHat.tar
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5. Change the current directory to the directory where the decompressed files are
located, and then execute the following command to start the installation of the
NetMAX GSM server software:
# ./NetMAXInstall.sh /netmax
Note:
/netmax is the recommended installation directory of the NetMAX GSM. You can
change the installation directory as needed. If the installation directory does not exist,
the system will automatically create the directory during software installation.
If the system prompts that the current user has no execution permission on the
installation file, execute the following command to grant the current user with the
execution permission before running the installation script again:
# chmod u+x NetMAXIntall.sh

6. When the system prompts you to enter a directory for installing a Sybase IQ database
instance, enter a path, or press Enter to select the default directory /home/sybase.
The installation may take more than 30 minutes. When the installation is completed,
the install finish message is displayed.
Note:
The free space in the selected directory must be greater than 50 GB.
End of Steps
2.1.3 Uninstalling the NetMAX GSM Server Software

If you want to reinstall the NetMAX GSM server software or run other network optimization
software on the server, the unused NetMAX GSM server software must be uninstalled.
This procedure describes how to uninstall the NetMAX GSM server software in the Linux
or Solaris operating system.
Steps
1. Log in to the server as the root user, and then execute the following commands to stop
the NetMAX GSM services in accordance with the actual operating system.
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To Do
Stop the NetMAX GSM services in the

Execute the following commands:
Linux operating system
# service NetMAXService stop
# service NETMAXDB stop
Stop the NetMAX GSM services in the

Execute the following commands:
Solaris operating system
# svcadm disable NetMAXService
# svcadm disable NETMAXDB
2. Execute the following command to change the current directory to the installation
directory of the NetMAX GSM:
# cd /netmax/NetMAX-GU
3. Execute the following command to start the uninstallation:
#./uninst.sh
The system automatically uninstalls the Sybase database instance during the NetMAX
GSM uninstallation.
End of Steps
2.2 Client Installation and Uninstallation

2.2.1 Installing the NetMAX GSM Client Software
This procedure describes how to install the NetMAX GSM client software. After the
installation, you can perform analysis on the data obtained from the NetMAX GSM server.
Prerequisite
The NetMAX GSM client installation file NetMAX_GU_V14.40.XX_XXXX_Client.exe is
available.
Steps
1. Double-click NetMAX_GU_V14.40.XX_XXXX_Client.exe. The Welcome dialog
box is displayed.
2. Click Next. The Select Destination Location dialog box is displayed.

3. Enter the installation path of the client software, and then click Next. The Select
Components dialog box is displayed.
4. Select GSM, and then click Next. The Select Additional Tasks dialog box is
displayed.
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5. Select Create a desktop icon and/or Create a quick launch icon \ Pin programs
to the taskbar(win7/win8), and then click Next. The Ready to Install dialog box is
displayed.
6. Click Install. The system starts installing the NetMAX GSM client software.
7. After the installation is completed, click Finish.
End of Steps
2.2.2 Unstalling the NetMAX GSM Client Software

This procedure describes how to uninstall the NetMAX GSM client software. You should
uninstall the client software when it is necessary to reinstall it or when the NetMAX GSM
system is no longer used.
Steps
1. On the client, select All Programs > ZTE UniPOS > ZTE UniPOS NetMAX >
Uninstall NetMAX from the Start menu. A message is displayed, prompting you to
select the client version to be removed, for example, GSM V14.40.XX.
2. Click ok. A message is displayed, prompting you to confirm this operation.
3. Click Yes. The system starts uninstalling the client software. After the uninstallation is
completed, a message indicating the successful uninstallation of the client software.
4. Click OK.
End of Steps
2.3 Starting the NetMAX GSM Client

This procedure describes how to start the NetMAX GSM client in the Windows operating
system and connect it to the NetMAX GSM server.
Note:
When you start the NetMAX GSM client for the first time, the name (super) and password
(super) of the super user can be used to log in to the NetMAX GSM client. After successful
login, you need to create your own operator account. For detailed instructions, refer to
"3.2.1 Adding an Operator".
Prerequisite
You have obtained the dongle of the NetMAX GSM software and properly connected it to
the client computer.
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Steps
1. On the desktop of the client computer, select Start > All Programs > ZTE UniPOS >
ZTE UniPOS NetMAX from the Start menu. The dialog box prompting you to choose
a module is displayed, see Figure 2-1.
Figure 2-1 Choosing the Module
2. Select GSM V14.40.XX from the drop-down list, and then click OK. The system starts
initializing the client. After the initialization is completed, the Login dialog box is
displayed, see Figure 2-2.
Figure 2-2 Login Dialog Box
3. Enter the server address, user name, and password, and then click OK. The NetMAX
GSM client window is displayed.
End of Steps
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2.4 NetMAX GSM Client Window

In the NetMAX GSM client window, you can open the window corresponding to a functional
module. For example, the RxLev Statistics window is displayed after you select Network
Evaluation > Coverage Evaluation > 1D Statistics > RxLev from the menu bar, see
Figure 2-3.
Figure 2-3 RxLev Statistics Window
1. Menu bar 3. Navigation pane 5. Message pane

2. Toolbar 4. Workspace pane
The following describes the functions of each part in the client window:
l Menu bar
The menu bar provides access to all functions in the system, such as data
management, network evaluation, network analysis, user analysis, and parameter
optimization.
l Toolbar
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Three toolbars are available on the upper part of the client window, providing shortcut
buttons for common functions in the system. You can show or hide a toolbar by clicking
Data, Window, or Message on the View > Toolbar submenu.
For a description of the toolbar buttons, refer to Table 2-3.
Table 2-3 Toolbar Button Descriptions
Toolbar Button Description
Window Shows or hides the navigation pane.
Cascades all open windows in the workspace

pane.
Tiles all open windows in the workspace pane

horizontally.
Tiles all open windows in the workspace pane

vertically.
Message Displays the number of unread messages.
Data Imports engineering data.
Imports MR Data.
Sets policies for automatic data import and

deletion.
l Navigation pane
The navigation pane contains two tabs: Conditions and Call board. The Call board
tab displays all login and logout information. The Conditions tab allows you to set
filter conditions to locate the objects required for data analysis.
The Conditions tab varies with different windows displayed in the right pane. The
following three nodes are available:
Under the NE node, you can set filter conditions to locate specific NEs.
Under the Terminal node, you can set filter conditions to locate specific terminals.
Under the User node, you can set filter conditions to locate specific subscribers.
Table 2-4 describes four shortcut buttons available on the Conditions tab.
Table 2-4 Buttons on the Conditions Tab
Button Description
Collapses or expands the nodes on the Conditions tab.
Saves conditions to a template, deletes and renames the template,

and restores the default conditions.
Searches for specific objects in the navigation pane by keyword.
Sets time periods for data analysis.
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l Message pane
The message pane displays all messages returned by the system after operations.
To hide or show the message pane, you can select or clear the selection of Info on
the View menu.
The hidden message pane is automatically displayed when a new warning or error
message is generated.
l Workspace pane
The workspace pane displays one or multiple windows for data management,
statistics, and analysis. Each window in the workspace pane has a toolbar that
provides shortcut buttons for common functions in the window. Table 2-5 describes
common shortcut buttons available in different windows.
Table 2-5 Common Shortcut Buttons in the Workspace Pane
Button Function
Specifies a frequency band.

Click this button, and select a frequency band from the drop-down
menu. The data corresponding to the selected frequency band is
displayed.
Initiates a data query and analysis after all conditions are set.
Restores the default pointer shape (arrow shape).
Changes the pointer to a hand shape for dragging the displayed

chart.
Zooms in the chart.
Zooms out the chart.
Restores the default chart scale.
Copies the chart to a clipboard. The copied chart can be pasted in a

paint and saved as a BMP or JPG image.
Saves the chart as a JPEG image in a specified directory.
Shows or hides marks on the chart.
Shows or hides the legend.
Displays uplink, downlink, or uplink/downlink data on the chart.
Sets the general properties of the chart.
Sets the advanced properties of the chart.
Hides the toolbar.

To show the toolbar again, right-click any place on the chart, and
then select Show Toolbar on the shortcut menu.
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Chapter 3
System Management
Table of Contents
License Management .................................................................................................3-1
Operator Management ...............................................................................................3-4
Querying Operation Logs ...........................................................................................3-9
3.1 License Management

If the NetMAX GSM system is installed for the first time, you must log in to the NetMAX
GSM client as the super user and apply for a license before using the NetMAX GSM
system. After obtaining the license file from ZTE, you need to upgrade the license by
loading the license file to the NetMAX GSM server. All functions of the NetMAX GSM,
such as data import, becomes available after the license is upgraded.
The license management functions include:
l Applies for a license
l Upgrades the license
3.1.1 Applying for a License

This procedure describes how to apply for a license of the NetMAX GSM system.
Prerequisite
You have logged in to the NetMAX GSM client as the super user.
Steps
1. On the NetMAX GSM client, select System Management > Server License
Management > Server License Apply. The Server License Apply dialog box is
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Figure 3-1 Server License Apply Dialog Box
2. Enter the required information in the Server License Apply dialog box. The
parameters with an asterisk (*) are required. The other parameters are optional.
3. Click Create apply file. The Create application-file successfully!
message is displayed, indicating that a license application file is successfully
generated in the specified path (Select make directory).
4. Click OK. The Server License Apply dialog box is closed.

5. Send the license application file to the specified contact of ZTE or on the Website
http://unipos.zte.com.cn. After the application is approved, download the license.
cer file.
End of Steps
3.1.2 Upgrading the License

This procedure describes how to upgrade the license of the NetMAX GSM system.
Prerequisite
You have obtained the license.cer file.
Steps
1. On the NetMAX GSM client, select System Management > Server License
Management > Server License Upgrade. The Server License Upgrade dialog box
is displayed, see Figure 3-2.
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Figure 3-2 Server License Upgrade Dialog Box
2. Click . The Open dialog box is displayed.

3. Locate the directory where the license file is located, select the license file (license
.cer), and then click Open. The file path is displayed in Select license file.
4. Click Upgrade.
End of Steps
3.1.3 Querying License Authorization Information

This procedure describes how to query license authorization information about the NetMAX
GSM, including when the license becomes valid, when the license becomes invalid, the
number of authorized carriers, the number of imported carriers, and feature list.
Steps
1. Select [System Management > Server License Management > License Info. The
License Info dialog box is displayed, see Figure 3-3.
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Figure 3-3 License Info Dialog Box
2. Click . The License Info dialog box is closed.
End of Steps
3.2 Operator Management

The NetMAX GSM system supports three levels of operators: super user, administrator,
and ordinary user. Figure 3-4 illustrates the relations between these three levels.
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Figure 3-4 Relations Between Operations of Different Levels
For a description of the three operator levels and allowable operations on different
operators, refer to Table 3-1.
Table 3-1 Operator Descriptions
Operator Description
Super user The super user (super) is a predefined user account that has all permissions for
system administration. You can only modify its password.
The super user can add, modify, and delete operators on the administrator level.
Administrator An administrator can add, modify, and delete operators on ordinary user level.
Ordinary user An ordinary user cannot add, modify, and delete other operators.
The operator management operations are performed in the Operator Management

window. Figure 3-5 shows the Operator Management window. To open this window,
you must log in to the NetMAX GSM system as the super user or administrator, and
then select System Management > Operator management from the menu bar on the
NetMAX GSM client.
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Figure 3-5 Operator Management Window
For an ordinary user, the Operator management command is not available on the System
Management menu. If you log in to the NetMAX GSM system as an ordinary user, only
Modify password and Operator log query are available on the System Management
menu, meaning that an ordinary user is not allowed to create, modify, or delete other users.
3.2.1 Adding an Operator

In the NetMAX GSM system, a super user can add administrators and ordinary users, and
an administrator can add ordinary users.
This procedure describes how to add an administrator in the NetMAX GSM system.
Prerequisite
You have logged in to the system as the super user.
Steps
1. On the NetMAX GSM client, select System Management > Operator management
from the menu bar. The Operator Management window is displayed.
2. Enter a unique name for the operator in User name.

3. Select Administrator from the Level list.
4. Enter the other information of the operator as required, such as department, real name,
telephone number, mobile phone number, and E-mail address.
5. (Optional) Select Disable.
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Note:
If the Disable check box is selected, the operator cannot be used after being added
in the system.
6. Select one or multiple rights to be assigned to the operator in the Operators rights
pane.
7. Click Add or the button on the toolbar. The newly added operator is displayed in
the operator list on the upper part of the Operator Management window.
Note:
The initial password of a new operator is null. It is recommended to set a password
for the operator after logging in to the system as the operator for the first time.
End of Steps
3.2.2 Deleting an Operator

An unused operator can be deleted from the NetMAX GSM system. After an operator is
deleted, the information of all operations performed by this operator is removed from the
system too.
This procedure describes how to delete an operator.
Prerequisite
You have logged in to the system as an operator on a higher level than the operator to be
deleted. For example, you must log in to the system as the super user if the operator to
be deleted is an administrator.
Steps
2. Select one or multiple operators to be deleted.
3. Click on the toolbar. A message is displayed, prompting you to confirm this
operation.
4. Click Yes. The selected operators disappear from the Operator Management
window.
End of Steps
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3.2.3 Modifying an Operator

This procedure describes how to modify the basic information and assigned rights of an
operator.
Note:
The user names of operators cannot be modified.
Prerequisite
You have logged in to the system as an operator on a higher level than the operator to be
modified. For example, you must log in to the system as the super user if the operator to
be modified is an administrator.
Steps
2. Select the operator to be modified.
3. Modify the basic information of the operator (except User name), and reassign the
rights to the operator as required.
4. (Optional) To disable the operator, select Disable.
5. Click Modify or the button on the toolbar.
End of Steps
3.2.4 Modifying the Password of an Operator

This procedure describes how to modify the password of an operator.
Note:
You are only required to enter and confirm a new password when modifying the password
of a newly added operator because the initial password of the operator is null.
Steps
1. On the NetMAX GSM client, select System Management > Modify password from
the menu bar. The Modify Password dialog box is displayed.
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2. Enter the current password, enter a new password, confirm the new password, and
then click OK.
End of Steps
3.3 Querying Operation Logs

This procedure describes how to query operation logs by conditions.
Steps
1. On the NetMAX GSM client, select System Management > Operation log query.
The Operation Log Query window is displayed, see Figure 3-6.
Figure 3-6 Operation Log Query Window
2. In the Query Condition area, set query conditions as required. All query conditions
are optional. For a description of the query conditions, refer to the following table:
Condition Description
Begin time Start time of a period during which operation logs are to be queried. If
no start time is set, the system will query all operation logs before the
end time.
End time End time of a period during which operation logs are to be queried. If no
end time is set, the system deems the current time as the end time.
User name User name for querying all operation logs related to the corresponding
user.
Log Type Type of logs to be queried.
Log Content Keyword.

Enter one or multiple keywords for querying operation logs containing
the keywords. Multiple keywords must be separated by spaces.
3. Click Query or on the toolbar. The operation logs meeting the query conditions are
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Figure 3-7 Operation Log Query Results
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Chapter 4
Data Management
Table of Contents
Overview ....................................................................................................................4-1
Configuring Connections to the EMS, NDS System, and Engineering Data Server.....4-3
Engineering Data Import.............................................................................................4-7
Performance Data Import .........................................................................................4-12
Radio Data Import ....................................................................................................4-15
Importing MR, CDT, MRCI, and Radio Data From Local Files...................................4-18
Importing MR/CDT/MRCI Data From the NDS..........................................................4-19
Deleting Engineering Data........................................................................................4-25
Deleting MR and CDT Data ......................................................................................4-27
Deleting MR and CDT Data Automatically ................................................................4-29
Deleting MRCI Data Automatically............................................................................4-31
Task Management ....................................................................................................4-32
Viewing Data Information .........................................................................................4-38
4.1 Overview
Necessary data must be imported into the NetMAX GSM system before network analysis.
Data management allows you to import various data into the NetMAX GSM system and
delete unused data from the system.
The NetMAX GSM system provides the following data management functions:
l Establishes connections to EMSs, NDS systems, and engineering data servers
l Imports and deletes engineering data
l Imports and deletes radio data
l Imports and deletes performance data
l Imports and deletes MR, CDT, and MRCI (MR C/I) data
l Manages tasks
l Displays system information
The import and deletion operations on different data are similar. This chapter does not
contain detailed instructions for each data type. You can refer to similar procedures as
required. For example, to delete radio data, performance data, or MRCI data, you can
refer to the procedure for deleting engineering data.
The NetMAX GSM system supports automatic and manual import and deletion of various
data, such as engineering data, radio data, performance data, and MR, CDT, and MRCI
data. The automatic import and deletion function is disabled by default. You can set
and enable a task for using the automatic import or deletion function. If a task is set for
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importing specific data automatically, you must set a corresponding task for deleting the
data automatically to avoid insufficient free disk space caused by accumulated data.
The default settings are recommended when multiple tasks are set for automatically
importing or deleting different data. Based on the default settings, the tasks are started at
different time.
Data Types
Table 4-1 describes different data types required for network analysis.
Table 4-1 Data Type Descriptions
Data Type Description Remarks
Engineering data Engineering data is manually or automatically MR, CDT, and MRCI data can
imported from an Excel file that is prepared be imported into the system
during the commissioning of a radio access only after the engineering data
network. This file records the information about is imported.
all cells in the network, such as BSC ID, Site ID, It is not necessary to import
Cell ID, BCCH, longitude, and latitude. the engineering data again
All fields can be randomly sorted in the Excel if engineering data changes
file. The required fields are BSCID, SiteID, have been made in the
CellID, BCCH, BSIC, Longitude, Latitude, and network.
Antenna Azimuth.
Radio data Radio data is collected by the EMS from all

managed BSCs. The radio data is automatically
or manually imported into the NetMAX GSM
system from the EMS after a connection is
established between the EMS and the NetMAX
GSM.
Performance Performance data records the values of various

data performance and handover counters in the
managed BSCs.
The EMS collects performance data from all
managed BSCs in the radio access network and
stores the collected data in its database. After
a connection is established between the EMS
and the NetMAX GSM, performance data can
be automatically or manually imported into the
NetMAX GSM.
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Data Type Description Remarks
MR data MR data is imported from data files in ZTE Three methods are available
private format. for importing MR/CDT data
MR data is raw data measured by BTSs and files:
MSs (such as field strength, interference, and l Setting a policy for
signal quality) during calls. MR data is used for automatically importing
coverage analysis. MR/CDT data files from
MR data is collected by the ZTE UniPOS the ZTE UniPOS NDS.
NDSsystem from the BSCs in the radio access l Manually importing
network. After a connection is established MR/CDT data files from
between the ZTE UniPOS NDS and the NetMAX the ZTE UniPOS NDS.
GSM, the MR data can be automatically or l Manually importing
manually imported into the NetMAX GSM MR/CDT data files that
system. are stored on a client.
The NetMAX GSM obtains
CDT data CDT data is imported from data files in ZTE
longitude and latitude
private format.
information from the previously
CDT data, also called CDR, records the details
imported engineering data for
of calls in ZTE private format. It provides
the imported MR data.
sufficient and real-time call information for
network planning and optimization, fault
location, and algorithm optimization.
CDT data is collected by the ZTE UniPOS NDS
system from the BSCs in the radio access
network. After a connection is established
between the ZTE UniPOS NDS and the NetMAX
GSM, the CDT data can be automatically or
manually imported into the NetMAX GSM
system.
MRCI data MRCI data is imported from data files in ZTE MRCI data can only be
private format. manually or automatically
MRCI data records the distribution of level imported from data files on the
differences between each cell and its relevant local client.
cells. MRCI data is used for cell selection based
on C/I difference, C/I interference analysis, and
neighbor cell optimization.
4.2 Configuring Connections to the EMS, NDS System,

and Engineering Data Server
Before importing radio data and performance data of a radio access network into the
NetMAX GSM server, you must configure a connection between the NetMAX GSM and the
EMS that manages the network. Before importing MR, CDT, and MRCI data, you must
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configure a connection between the NetMAX GSM and the ZTE UniPOS NDS system
(NDS) that collects the MR, CDT, and MRCI data from the network. Engineering data is
imported into the NetMAX GSM server from the engineering data server.
The following procedure describes how to configure connections to the EMS, NDS system,
and engineering data servers.
Steps
Configuring a Connection to the EMS
1. On the NetMAX GSM client, select Data Management > Connection Configuration
from the menu bar. The Connection Configuration dialog box is displayed, see
Figure 4-1.
Figure 4-1 Connection Configuration Dialog Box
2. Click Add. The Add Connection Info dialog box is displayed, see Figure 4-2.
Figure 4-2 Add Connection Info Dialog Box
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3. Set the required parameters, and then click OK. The configured connection is
displayed in the Connection Configuration dialog box.
For a description of the parameters, refer to Table 4-2.
Table 4-2 EMS Connection Parameter Descriptions
Parameter Description
IP Address IP address of the EMS database server.
EMS Login Name User name used to log in to the EMS database.
l Enter the default user name admin if the automatic neighbor cell
optimization function is required.
l Keep the text box blank if the automatic neighbor cell optimization
function is not required.
Password Password used to log in to the EMS database.

l Enter the default password zte if the automatic neighbor cell
optimization function is required.
l Keep the text box blank if the automatic neighbor cell optimization
function is not required.
Description Connection description.
Note:
The parameters with an asterisk (*) are required. The other parameters are optional.
Configuring a Connection to the NDS System
4. In the Connection Configuration dialog box, click the NDS tab, and then click Add.
The Add Connection Info dialog box is displayed, see Figure 4-3.
Figure 4-3 Add Connection Info Dialog Box
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Table 4-3 NDS Connection Parameter Descriptions
IP Address IP address of the NDS database server.
User Name User name used to log in to the NDS.

The default name netmax is recommended.
Password Password used to log in to the NDS.

The default password netmax123 is recommended.
Port Port number.

The default number 1521 is recommended.
Path Default login path.

The root directory is recommended.
Note:
Configuring a Connection to the Engineering Data Server

6. In the Connection Configuration dialog box, click the Engineering Data Server tab,
and then click Add. The Add Engineering Data Server dialog box is displayed, see
Figure 4-4.
Figure 4-4 Add Engineering Data Server Dialog Box
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Table 4-4 Engineering Data Server Parameter Descriptions
IP Address IP address of the engineering data server.
User Name User name used to log in to the engineering data server.
Password Password used to log in to the engineering data server.
Port Port number.

The default number 21 is recommended.
Path Relative path for saving engineering data files.

The root directory is recommended.
Note:
8. Click Close. The connection configurations are completed.
Note:
The added connection configurations can be modified or deleted as required.
End of Steps
4.3 Engineering Data Import

Engineering data is the basis for network evaluation, network analysis, special analysis,
and user experience analysis. You must import the required engineering data into the
NetMAX GSM system before any analysis operation.
Engineering data can be imported manually or automatically.
4.3.1 Importing Engineering Data Manually

Engineering data contains information about all cells in the network, such as BSC IDs, site
IDs, cell IDs, BCCH, longitude, and latitude.
The existing engineering data (if any) in the NetMAX GSM system is updated with the
newly-imported data.
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The following procedure describes how to import engineering data into the NetMAX GSM
system from an Excel file.
Prerequisite
The Excel file to be imported contains the required fields, including BSCID, SiteID, CellID,
MCC, MNC, BCCH, BSIC, Longitude, Latitude, and Antenna Azimuth.
Steps
1. On the NetMAX GSM client, select Data Management > Import Engineering Data
For GSM from the menu bar. The Import Engineering Data For GSM dialog box is
Figure 4-5 Import Engineering Data For GSM Dialog Box
Note:
The Engineering Parameter Fields pane lists the field names corresponding to the
required engineering parameters (highlighted in yellow) and optional engineering
parameters (not highlighted).
For a description of the toolbar buttons in the Import Engineering Data For GSM
dialog box, refer to Table 4-5.
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Table 4-5 Toolbar Buttons in the Import Engineering Data For GSM Dialog Box
Button Function
Loads and opens the engineering data file (Excel file) in the dialog box.
Uploads the engineering data file to the default directory on the NetMAX GSM
server, and creates an Engineering Data Import task.
Matches the fields on the table header to the predefined fields in the system
automatically.
Clears all engineering data displayed in the dialog box.
Goes to the previous data error.
Goes to the next data error.
Exports the latest engineering data displayed in the table to a file.
Shows or hides the Legend pane.
Closes the Import Engineering Data For GSM dialog box.
Matches the selected field in the Engineering Parameter Fields pane to a

parameter on the table header automatically.
Clears the matching relation of a parameter on the table header.
2. Click on the toolbar. The Select File To Import dialog box is displayed.
3. Select the directory where the engineering data file (Excel file) is saved, click the
selected file, and then click Open. The system loads the engineering data from the file
with the field names imported from the Excel file displayed on the table header, and
automatically matches appropriate field names in the right pane to corresponding field
names on the table header. The exactly-matched field names are displayed in blue
on the header (for example, BSCID), and the mismatched field names are displayed
in black, see Figure 4-6.
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Figure 4-6 Loaded Engineering Data
1. Field names defined in 2. Matched fields

the loaded file 3. Engineering data
4. (Optional) To manually match an imported field name to a predefined field name in the
system, click the field name on the table header, select an appropriate field name in
the right pane, and then click on the toolbar.
5. If a data error (for example, wrong parameter value) is found in a table cell, perform
either of the following operations under Cell Error Info to modify or ignore this error:
l To modify the wrong value, click the cell, enter a new value in Cell Text, and then
click Modify.
Note:
You can select Apply to similar errors before entering a new value and clicking
Modify to apply the modification to similar errors in other cells.
l To ignore the error, click the cell, and then click Ignore.
6. Click on the toolbar. The Import Engineering Parameters For GSM dialog box is
closed.
In the Task Management window, the newly-created GSM Engineering Data Import
task is queued up for execution. After this task is completed, the uploaded engineering
data is imported into the database of the NetMAX GSM system, and the task status
changes to Task Succeed.
End of Steps
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4.3.2 Importing Engineering Data Automatically

You can create an automatic task in the NetMAX GSM system. When the timer for the
task expires, the NetMAX GSM system automatically collects engineering data.
Context
The engineering data server is connected and configured properly.
By default, the NetMAX GSM imports the engineering data file Engineering.xls from
the engineering data server. To modify the name of the engineering data file, you can open
the file EngineeringTemplate_GSM.ini under the installation path of the NetMAX
GSM server .../NetMAX-GU/Server/Config of the NetMAX GSM server, and modify
the command line EngineeringFileName=Engineering.xls, where Engineering.xls
is the name of the engineering data file.
Prerequisite
The Excel file to be imported contains the required fields, including BSCID, SiteID, CellID,
MCC, MNC, BCCH, BSIC, Longitude, Latitude, and Antenna Azimuth.
Steps
1. Select System Management > Task Management from the menu bar. The Task
Management window is displayed.
2. Select Data management for GSM > GSM Engineering Data Auto Import from the
Please select a task type list.
3. Click the Task Setting tab. The Task Setting tab is displayed, see Figure 4-7 in the
right pane.
Figure 4-7 Task Management WindowTask Setting Tab
4. Select a task period from the Period drop-down list and set a task execution time in
the Execute Time area.
5. Click Add and then Save Config.
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Note:
When the timer for the task expires, the system automatically imports engineering
data.
End of Steps
4.4 Performance Data Import

Performance data can be imported manually or automatically into the NetMAX GSM.
4.4.1 Importing Performance Data

This procedure describes how to manually import performance data from local
performance data files into the live data area of the NetMAX GSM system.
Prerequisite
l The performance data files are available on the local client.
l A connection between the NetMAX GSM and the EMS has been configured.
Steps
1. On the NetMAX GSM client, select Data Management > Import Performance Data
from the menu bar. The Import Performance Data dialog box is displayed, see Figure
4-8.
Figure 4-8 Import Performance Data Dialog Box
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Note:
In the left Import the field list pane, the required fields are highlighted in yellow. If
a performance data file does not contain any of these fields, the import operation will
fail. The fields not highlighted are optional.
The right pane provides a toolbar for performance data import. For a description of
the toolbar buttons, refer to Table 4-6.
Table 4-6 Toolbar Buttons in the Import Performance Data Dialog Box
Button Description
Loads and opens a performance data file.
Automatically matches the fields on the table header in the

performance data file to the predefined field names in the NetMAX
GSM system. The exactly-matched field names are displayed in the
second row in the table.
Loads the previously saved matching fields in the dialog box.
Saves the matching fields in the dialog box.
Clears the matching relationships in the dialog box.
Clears all loaded performance data in the dialog box.
2. Click on the toolbar. In the displayed dialog box, select the desired performance
data file, and then click Open. The performance data in the selected file is displayed
in the Import information of Performance data pane, see Figure 4-9.
Figure 4-9 Loaded Performance Data
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1. Field names defined in 2. Matched fields

the loaded file 3. Predefined fields
3. Perform appropriate operations as required.
If... Then...
It is the first time to import i. Check the results of automatic matching between field names in
performance data the selected performance data file and predefined field names
in the left pane of the dialog box.
ii. If an unmatched field exists, use either of the following methods

to match the field manually:
l Click the cell corresponding the field in the second row in
the Import information of Performance data pane, and
then select an appropriate field name from the drop-down
list.
l Drag the matching field from the left Import the field list
pane to the corresponding cell in the second row in the
right table.
iii. Click . The matching information is saved and can be used

for the next automatic matching.
It is not the first time to i. Click . The system performs the automatic matching.
import performance data
ii. (Optional) If an unmatched field exists, match the field manu-
ally.
4. Click OK. A GSM Performance Data Manual Import From EMS task is created
and queued up in the Task Management window for execution. After the task is
completed, the performance data is imported into the database of the NetMAX GSM
system, and the task status changes to Task Succeed.
If an error occurs during the import process, an error message will be displayed. You
can modify the data in the Import information of Performance data properly, and
then click OK. The system will attempt to import the performance data again.
End of Steps
4.4.2 Importing Performance Data From the EMS Automatically

This procedure describes how to import performance data from the EMS automatically.
Note:
The name of a new task can be modified but that of an automatic task cannot be modified.
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Prerequisite
l Connection information about the EMS is configured.
l An interface for exporting KPI templates is enabled on the EMS.
Steps
2. Select Data management for GSM > GSM Performance Data Auto Import from the
Please select a task type list.
right pane.
Note:
When the timer for the task expires, the system automatically imports performance
data.
End of Steps
4.5 Radio Data Import

The NetMAX GSM system supports importing radio data manually or automatically from
the EMS. The radio data is stored in the live data area after being imported. To modify the
radio data or use the radio data for neighbor cell optimization, you must import the radio
data from the live data area to the work area by updating the work area.
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4.5.1 Importing Radio Data Manually

This procedure describes how to manually import radio data from the EMS.
The EMS collects radio data from all managed BSCs every day and generates an Excel
file for storing the collected data. The file name indicates the date when the radio data in
the file is collected. The manually-imported radio data is acquired from the radio data file
generated in the current day, meaning that only the radio data in the current day can be
manually imported into the system.
Prerequisite
A connection between the NetMAX GSM and the EMS has been configured.
Steps
1. On the NetMAX GSM client, select Data Management > Import Radio Data From
EMS from the menu bar. The Import Radio Data From EMS dialog box is displayed,
see Figure 4-11.
Figure 4-11 Import Radio Data From EMS Dialog Box
2. In the EMS List pane, select the EMS from which radio data is to be imported.
3. Perform either of the following operations as required:
l Click Immediately import.
l Click Import at, and then set a start time.
4. Click OK. A Radio Data Manual Import From EMS task is created and queued up in
the Task Management window for execution. After the task is completed, the radio
data is imported from the selected EMS into the database of the NetMAX GSM system,
and the task status changes to Task Succeed.
End of Steps
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4.5.2 Importing Radio Data Automatically

A manual task for radio data import only allows you to import radio data in the current day,
while an automatic task for radio data import enables the system to automatically import
radio data from the EMS every day.
This procedure describes how to set a task for importing radio data automatically from the
EMS.
Prerequisite
A connection between the NetMAX GSM and the EMS has been configured.
Steps
1. On the NetMAX GSM client, select System Management > Task Management from
the menu bar. The Task Management window is displayed.
2. In the Please select a task type pane, select Data management for GSM > GSM
Radio Data Auto Import.
3. In the right pane, click the Task Setting tab. The task settings are displayed, see
Figure 4-12.
Note:
The name of a new task can be modified but that of an automatic task cannot be
modified.
Figure 4-12 Task Management WindowGSM Radio Data Auto ImportTask

Setting Tab
4. Select a period type from the Period list.

5. Set a start time for the task under Execute Time, and then click Add.
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6. Click Save Config. The task is successfully scheduled. The system automatically
imports the radio data of all BSCs from the EMS into the NetMAX GSM system every
day when the specified start time is reached.
End of Steps
4.6 Importing MR, CDT, MRCI, and Radio Data From

Local Files
This procedure describes how to import MR, CDT, MRCI, and radio data into the NetMAX
GSM server from local files.
Prerequisite
l The data files containing MR, CDT, MRCI, and radio data are available on the local
client.
l The name of each data file to be imported must be different from that of any existing
file on the NetMAX GSM server.
Steps
1. On the NetMAX GSM client, select Data Management > Import the MR/CDT/MRCI
Data From Local from the menu bar. The Import the MR/CDT/MRCI Data From
Local dialog box is displayed, see Figure 4-13.
Figure 4-13 Import MR/CDT/MRCI Data From Local Dialog Box
1. Toolbar 2. Data file list 3. File folder tree
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On the upper part of the right pane, multiple elements (shortcut buttons, check boxes,
and text box) are available for importing MR, CDT, MRCI, and radio data. For a
description of the elements, refer to Table 4-7.
Table 4-7 Elements for Importing MR/CDT/MRCI Data
Element Description
Imports data from the selected files into the NetMAX GSM
system.
Selects all files in the list.
Removes the selected files from the list.
MR/CDT/MRCI/Radio Selects the type(s) of data to be imported.
BA schedule num This text box is only available for importing MRCI data. You
must set the BA scheduling number in accordance with the data
provided by the field test engineers. The default value is 1.
2. Select the MR, CDT, MRCI, and Radio check boxes.

3. In the left navigation tree, select one or multiple folders where the data files are located.
The system automatically locates the matching data files in the selected folders and
displays these files in the right pane.
4. Select one or multiple data files in the right pane, and click the Import Data button.
The Import MR/CDT/MRCI Data From Local dialog box is closed, and the Task
management window is displayed. A Manual MR/CDT/MRCI import task is
generated in the Task management window and related messages are displayed in
the message pane.
After the MR/CDT/MRCI/radio data is successfully imported to the NetMAX GSM
server, the task status changes to Operation succeeded.
End of Steps
4.7 Importing MR/CDT/MRCI Data From the NDS

In addition to importing MR, CDT, and MRCI data from local data files, the NetMAX GSM
system supports manually or automatically importing MR and CDT data and automatically
importing MRCI data from the ZTE UniPOS NDS system (NDS).
4.7.1 Importing MR and CDT Data Manually From the NDS System
This procedure describes how to import MR and CDT data manually from the NDS system.
Prerequisite
A connection between the NetMAX GSM and the NDS system has been configured.
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Steps
1. On the NetMAX GSM client, select Data Management > Import MR/CDT Data From
NDS from the menu bar. The Import MR/CDT Data From NDS dialog box is displayed,
see Figure 4-14.
Figure 4-14 Import MR/CDT Data From NDS Dialog BoxGeneral Settings Tab
2. In the RNC/BSC List pane, select the BSCs whose MR data is to be imported, and
then add the selected BSCs to the Set The Import RNC/BSC List pane.
3. In the Data Type List pane, select the types of the data to be imported.
4. Under Date Range Of Data, select a start date and an end date.
5. Under Scheduled Execute Time, click Immediately import, or click Import at and
then set a start time for importing the data in the specified time period.
6. (Optional) Click the Advanced Settings tab. The advanced settings for importing MR
and CDT data are displayed, see Figure 4-15.
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Figure 4-15 Import MR/CDT Data From NDS Dialog BoxAdvanced Settings Tab
For a description of the elements on the Advanced Settings tab, refer to Table 4-8.
Table 4-8 Elements on the Advanced Settings Tab
Element Description
Set MR Import Time Period If this check box is selected, the system imports the MR data in
the specified time period(s) from the NDS system. In this case,
the Add, Delete, Copy, and Paste buttons are available.
Set CDT Import Time Period If this check box is selected, the system imports the CDT data in
the specified time period(s) from the NDS system. In this case,
the Add, Delete, Copy, and Paste buttons are available.
Add Adds a time period for importing specific MR or CDT data.
Delete Deletes a time period.
Copy Copies a time period for importing specific MR or CDT data.
Paste Synchronizes the time period(s) from the Set MR Import Time
Period pane to the Set CDT Import Time Period pane or from
the Set CDT Import Time Period pane to the Set MR Import
Time Period pane.
7. Complete the advanced settings as required, and then click OK. An MR/CDT Data
Manual Import From NDS task is created and queued up in the Task Management
window for execution. After the task is completed, the required MR and CDT data are
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imported from the NDS system to the database of the NetMAX GSM system, and the
task status changes to Task Succeed.
End of Steps
4.7.2 Importing MR and CDT Data Automatically From the NDS

System
This procedure describes how to import MR and CDT data automatically from the NDS
system.
Note:
Prerequisite
A connection between the NetMAX GSM and the NDS system has been configured.
Steps
1. On the NetMAX GSM client, select Data Management > Auto Policy Settings from
the menu bar. The Auto Policy Settings dialog box is displayed, see Figure 4-16.
Figure 4-16 Auto Policy Settings Dialog BoxGeneral Settings Tab
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2. Click Set auto MR/CDT/MRCI import policy in the left pane. The policy settings for
automatically importing MR and CDT data are displayed on the right part of the dialog
box.
3. In the RNC/BSC List pane, select the BSCs whose MR data is to be imported, and
then add the selected BSCs to the Set The Import RNC/BSC List pane.
4. In the Data Type List pane, select the types of the data to be imported.
5. (Optional) Click the Advanced Settings tab. The advanced settings for importing MR
and CDT data are displayed, see Figure 4-17.
Figure 4-17 Auto Policy Settings Dialog BoxAdvanced Settings Tab
In the BA schedule num text box, enter the number of BA schedulings. Other
advanced options are configured in the same way as that for importing MR and CDT
data from the NDS system manually.
6. Complete the advanced settings as required, and then click OK. The Auto Policy
Settings dialog box is closed.
8. In the Please select a task type pane, select Data management for GSM > GSM
MR/CDT Data Auto Download.
9. In the right pane, click the Task Setting tab. The task settings are displayed, see
Figure 4-18.
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Figure 4-18 Task Management WindowGSM MR/CDT Data Auto DownloadTask

Setting Tab

11. Set a start time for the task under Execute Time, and then click Add.
12. Click Save Config. The task is successfully scheduled. When the start time is
reached, the system automatically imports the MR and CDT data of the selected
BSCs into the database of the NetMAX GSM system.
End of Steps
4.7.3 Importing MRCI Data From the NDS System Automatically

This procedure describes how to import MRCI data from the NDS system automatically.
Note:
Prerequisite
Connection information about the NDS system is configured.
Steps
1. Select Data Management > Auto Policy Settings on the menu bar. The Auto Policy
Settings dialog box is displayed, see Figure 4-16.
2. Click Set auto MR/CDT/MRCI import policy in the left pane.
3. In the RNC/BSC List area, select the BSCs whose MRCI data is to be imported, and
then add the selected BSCs to Set The Import RNC/BSC List.
4. Select one or more types of the data to be imported from Data Type List.
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5. (Optional) On the Advanced Setting tab, configure some advanced options for data
import, see Figure 4-17.
In the BA schedule num text box, enter the number of BA schedulings. Other
advanced options are configured in the same way as that for importing MR and CDT
data from the NDS system manually.
6. Click the Close button. The Auto Policy Settings dialog box is closed.
8. Select Data management for GSM > GSM MRCI Data Auto Import from the Please
select a task type list.
right pane.
Note:
When the timer for the task expires, the system automatically imports MRCI data.
End of Steps
4.8 Deleting Engineering Data

This procedure describes how to delete unused engineering data related to specific BSCs
from the NetMAX GSM server.
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Note:
The procedures for deleting radio data, performance data, and MRCI data are similar to
this procedure.
Steps
1. On the NetMAX GSM client, select Data Management > Delete Engineering Data
from the menu bar. The Delete Engineering Data dialog box is displayed, see Figure
4-20.
By default, all BSC objects in the dialog box are selected. You can click Unselect all
to quickly clear all selections, or click Select all to quickly select all BSC objects.
Figure 4-20 Delete Engineering Data Dialog Box
2. Select the BSCs whose engineering data is to be deleted, and then click OK. The
Delete Engineering Data dialog box is closed, and the Task Management window is
displayed.
A GSM Engineering Data Delete task is generated in the Task Management window,
and related messages are displayed in the message pane. When the engineering data
is successfully deleted, the task status changes to Operation succeeded.
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4.9 Deleting MR and CDT Data

This procedure describes how to delete unused MR and CDT data related to specific BSCs
from the NetMAX GSM server.
Steps
1. On the NetMAX GSM client, select Data Management > Delete MR/CDT Data from
the menu bar. The Delete MR/CDT Data dialog box is displayed, see Figure 4-21.
Figure 4-21 Delete MR/CDT Data Dialog Box
1. Data type 2. Time period list 3. BSC list
The Delete MR/CDT Data dialog box displays the default settings for deleting MR and
CDT data. For example, the MR and CDT check boxes are selected and all BSCs are
selected in the BSC list.
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For a description of the elements in the dialog box, refer to Table 4-9.
Table 4-9 Elements in the Delete MR/CDT Data Dialog Box
Element Description
MR and CDT check boxes At least one data type (check box) must be selected. You are
recommended to select both data types to delete MR and CDT
data in the same time periods.
The time period list and the BSC list vary with different data
type selections.
Time granularity list Specifies the time granularity, day or week.

The time period list and the BSC list vary with different time
granularities.
Time period list Displays the time periods during which the data is to be deleted.
By default, the combined period of all time periods read from
the MR and CDT data files is displayed in the list.
Add button Adds a time period.
Delete button Deletes a time period.
Clear button Deletes all time periods in the time period list.
BSC list At least one BSC must be selected in the BSC list. All BSCs
are selected by default.
Select all or Unselect all Quickly selects all BSCs or cancels the selection of all BSCs.
button
2. Select MR and/or CDT.

3. Under Time selection, perform the following operations to add a time period:
a. Select day or week from the Time granularity list.
b. Click Add. The Add Time Range dialog box is displayed, see Figure 4-22 or
Figure 4-23.
Figure 4-22 Add Time Range (Time Granularity: Day)
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Figure 4-23 Add Time Range Dialog Box (Time Granularity: Week)
c. Set a time period, and then click OK. The added period is displayed in the time
period list.
4. In the BSC list, select the BSCs whose MR and CDT data is to be deleted.
5. Click OK. The Delete MR/CDT Data dialog box is closed, and the Task Management
window is displayed.
A GSM MR/CDT Data manual Delete task is generated in the Task Management
window, and related messages are displayed in the message pane. When the MR
and/or CDT data is successfully deleted from the NetMAX GSM server, the task status
changes to Operation succeeded.
End of Steps
4.10 Deleting MR and CDT Data Automatically

This procedure describes how to delete MR and CDT data automatically from the NetMAX
GSM system.
Note:
The name of a new task can be modified but that of the automatic task cannot be modified.
Steps
1. On the NetMAX GSM client, select Data Management > Auto Policy Setting from
the menu bar. The Auto Policy Settings dialog box is displayed.
2. In the Auto Policy Settings dialog box, click Set auto MR/CDT delete policy in the
left pane. The policy settings for automatic deleting MR and CDT data are displayed
on the right part of the dialog box, see Figure 4-24.
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Figure 4-24 Auto Policy Settings Dialog BoxSet auto MR/CDT delete policy
3. Enter the number of days that the MR and CDT data need to be stored, and then click
OK. The Auto Policy Settings dialog box is closed.
5. Select Data management for GSM > GSM MR/CDT Data Auto Delete in the Please
select a task type pane, and then click the Task Setting tab in the right pane. The
task settings are displayed, see Figure 4-25.
Figure 4-25 Task Management WindowGSM MR/CDT Data Auto DeleteTask

Setting Tab
7. Set a start time under Execute Time, and then click Add.
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8. Click Save Config. The task schedule is saved. When the start time is reached, the
system automatically deletes the expired MR and CDT data from the NetMAX GSM
system.
End of Steps
4.11 Deleting MRCI Data Automatically

For the NEs for which network optimization is not necessary any longer, automatic deletion
of MRCI data can be set in the NetMAX GSM system.
Note:
The name of a new task can be modified but that of the automatic task cannot be modified.
For the deletion of MRCI data, refer to the description of deletion operations of performance
data.
Steps
2. Select GSM MRCI Data Auto Delete from the Please select a task type list.
right pane.
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Note:
When the timer for the task expires, the system automatically deletes MRCI data.
End of Steps
4.12 Task Management

The NetMAX GSM system creates a task when a manual or automatic data management
operation is performed. The created task is queuing in the Task Management window for
execution. You can select System Management > Task Management from the menu bar
on the NetMAX GSM client to open the Task Management window. Figure 4-27 shows
the Task Management window.
Figure 4-27 Task Management Window
1. Toolbar 2. Task information pane 3. Task type pane
In the Task Management window, the following functions are available:

l Queries specific tasks created in the day
l Deletes new tasks that are not executed
l Queries historical tasks
l Queries historical tasks with unexpected results
l Modifies task settings
Toolbar
For a description of the toolbar buttons for managing tasks in the Task Management
window, refer to Table 4-10.
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Table 4-10 Toolbar Buttons in the Task Management Window
Button Description
Starts a user-defined task.
Suspends a user-defined task.
Deletes a user-defined task.
Displays the details of a task, including parameters and logs.
Refreshes the task list.
Enables or disables automatic refreshing of the task list.

When the button is down, meaning that the automatic refreshing function is
enabled, the Auto Refresh Interval drop-down list is activated. You can
select a refreshing interval from the drop-down list: 10 seconds (default), 1
minute, 2 minutes, 5 minutes, or 10 minutes
Note:
A system-defined task cannot be deleted.
For such a task as neighbor cell optimization or automatic comparison of radio data, you
can delete it in the following steps:
Create a task type in the Task Management window.
Create a new task.
Right-click the task.

Select Delete.
Task Type Pane

The task type pane on the left part of the window displays all types of data management
tasks in the system. After a task type is selected in the task type pane, all current tasks and
historical tasks of the selected type are displayed on different tabs in the task information
pane.
Task Information Pane

The task information pane contains four tabs, Current Task, Historical Task, Abnormal
Task, and Task Setting.
l Current Task
On the Current Task tab, all tasks of the selected type that are being executed or to
be executed are listed in the Task info pane, see Figure 4-28.
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Figure 4-28 Current Task Tab
After a current task is clicked, the task parameters (if any) are displayed in the Task
parameter pane, and the execution records are displayed in the Detailed log pane.
l Historical Task
On the Historical Task tab, all historical tasks (completed tasks) of the selected type
are displayed in the Task info pane, see Figure 4-29.
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Figure 4-29 Historical Task Tab
In the Query Time area, a time period can be set for querying historical tasks
generated during a specific period. If no time period is set, the system displays all
historical tasks of the selected type in the system.
l Abnormal Task
On the Abnormal Task tab, all historical tasks with unexpected execution results are
displayed in the Task info pane, see Figure 4-30.
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Figure 4-30 Abnormal Task Tab
l Task Setting
The Task Setting tab allows you to view, create, and modify the settings for different
types of tasks. After a task type is clicked in the left navigation pane (task type pane),
or a task is clicked on the Current Task, Historical Task, or Abnormal Task tab,
the name of the corresponding task type is displayed in Task type name, see Figure
4-31.
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Figure 4-31 Task Setting Tab
On the Task Setting tab, the following operations are supported for setting a task:
Select a period type from the Period list.

Set an execution time under Execute Time and add the new execution time into
the Total execute times in a period pane.
For a description of the buttons for setting a task, refer to Table 4-11.
Table 4-11 Buttons on the Task Setting Tab
Button Description
Add Adds a new execution time set in the Execute Time area to the Total
execute times in a period pane.
Modify Modifies the execution time selected in the Total execute times in a
period pane.
Delete Deletes an execution time from the Total execute times in a period
pane.
Save Config Saves the task modification.
Restore Current Restores the previously-saved task settings.

Config
Restore Default Restores the default task settings.

Config
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4.13 Viewing Data Information

This procedure describes how to view the information of imported engineering data,
performance data, and MR/CDT/MRCI data in the system, including the import time and
the IDs of related BSCs.
Steps
1. On the NetMAX GSM client, select Data Management > Data Information from the
menu bar. The Data Information window is displayed, see Figure 4-32.
Figure 4-32 Data Information Window
1. Navigation tree 3. Data import time

2. Data type selection 4. Data displaying and
area operation area
2. Select options from the navigation trees on the Data Type and BSC tabs respectively.
Table 4-12 Parameter Description
Navigation Description
Tree
Data Type Items to be queried:

l Network Evaluation
l Network Analysis
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Navigation Description
Tree
l User Analysis
l Troubleshooting
l Parameter Optimization
l Call Detail
l Custom
If Custom is selected, you can customize query conditions.
BSC Selects the BSCs to be queried.

All BSCs are queried if no BSC is selected.
3. In the data type selection area, select the types of the data to be queried, see Figure
4-33.
All types are queried if you select Select All.
Figure 4-33 Selecting Data Types
4. Click the Refresh button. The query result is displayed in the right pane, see Figure
4-34.
Figure 4-34 Query Result
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Query result is explained as follows:

l A row represents a day. The date is listed in the Date Time column.
l A column represents an hour that is listed in a 24-hour format from the 0 column
to the 23 column.
l P indicates that data of a certain type or of some NEs is missing.
l F indicates that data is complete and available for query.
l Empty: No data is available.
Note:
Information displayed in the Last import time of parameter area is the last time when
engineering data and radio data are imported.
5. (Optional) Double-click the data of a certain time, or select a point in time, and then
click the Detail button. The detailed information is displayed, see Figure 4-35.
Figure 4-35 Detailed Query Information
Query result is explained as follows:

l A row represents an NE.
l A column represents a data type, for example, Engineering (engineering data).
l Y indicates that the data is imported to the database.
l If a column is highlighted in red (for example, the MR column), data in this column
is critical and currently missing, and the corresponding function is unavailable.
6. Click the Close button. The Data Information window is disappeared.

End of Steps
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Chapter 5
Common Functions
The NetMAX GSM system provides common functions that can be used in different
functional windows, including:
l Displays analysis results in chart format
l Sets filter conditions for data analysis
l Displays data on the geographic map
Table of Contents
Displaying Statistical Data in Chart Format.................................................................5-1
Setting Filter Conditions .............................................................................................5-5
Geographic Analysis ................................................................................................5-17
5.1 Displaying Statistical Data in Chart Format

The NetMAX GSM system can display statistical data in chart format for intuitive data
observation, analysis, and comparison. The methods for displaying and managing
different statistical data in chart format are similar. The following example describes how
to display and manage the statistics of Rx level in chart format.
Steps
1. On the NetMAX GSM client, select Network Evaluation > Coverage Evaluation
> 1D statistics > RxLev from the menu bar. The RxLev statistics window (the
Distribution tab by default) is displayed, see Figure 5-1.
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Figure 5-1 RxLev Statistics WindowDistribution Tab
1. Toolbar 3. Legend 5. Detail table 1

2. Mark 4. Chart 6. Detail table 2
For a description of the toolbar buttons for observing, analyzing, and copying the chart,
refer to Table 5-1.
Table 5-1 Toolbar Buttons for Managing the Chart
Button Description
Specifies the frequency band. Click the button, and select a

frequency band from the drop-down menu. The data of the
selected frequency band is displayed.
Initiates a data query and statistic.
Uses the default pointer shape (arrow shape).
Changes the pointer to a hand shape. After that, the chart can
be dragged.
Zooms in the chart.
Zooms out the chart.
Restores the default scale of the chart.
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Button Description
Copies the chart to a clipboard. The copied chart can be pasted

in a paint and saved as a BMP or JPG image.
Saves the chart as a JPG image in a directory.
Shows or hides the marks on the chart.
Shows or hides the legend of the chart.
Displays uplink, downlink, or uplink and downlink data on the

chart.
Sets the general properties of the chart.
Sets the advanced properties of the chart.
Hides or shows this toolbar.
2. Click on the toolbar. The General Options dialog box is displayed, see Figure 5-2.
In this dialog box, you can set the general properties of the chart, including the axis,
title, background, and legend.
Figure 5-2 General Options Dialog Box
3. Click on the toolbar. The Editing Chart dialog box is displayed, see Figure 5-3.
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Figure 5-3 Editing Chart Dialog Box
The dialog box contains six tabs on which different properties can be set. Each tab
has several sub-tabs. For a description of the six tabs in the Editing Chart dialog box,
refer to Table 5-2.
Table 5-2 Tabs in the Editing Chart Dialog Box
Tab Description
Chart Sets the properties of the chart, such as the axis, title, and legend.
Series Sets the style for displaying data on the chart.
Data Displays the details of data in the chart.
Tools Adds or deletes toolbar buttons.
Export Sets the properties for exporting the chart.
Print Sets the properties for printing the chart.
4. Click the Tendency tab. A statistical tendency graph by time dimension is displayed
on the Tendency tab, see Figure 5-4.
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Figure 5-4 RxLev statistics WindowTendency Tab
5. View the data details in the detail table 1 and detail table 2.
l The detail table 1 displays the statistical data in rows by different time periods.
The time periods are preset before data analysis. For how to set a time period,
refer to "5.2.2 Setting Time Ranges".
l The detail table 2 displays the single and accumulated percentages of values in
different sections during a time period after a row is clicked in the detail table 1.
5.2 Setting Filter Conditions

Before data analysis or statistics, you can set filter conditions to obtain the required data,
such as time periods, NEs, terminals, subscribers, indicator definitions, and indicator
sections. The NetMAX GSM system displays the analysis or statistical results of the data
meeting the preset conditions.
5.2.1 Setting Indicator Definitions and Sections

The NetMAX GSM system provides default definitions for multiple indicators, including
single-cell weak coverage, regional weak coverage, vast coverage, overshooting,
uplink-downlink imbalance, 2-D uplink/downlink Rx level chart, downlink interference,
uplink interference, network interference, bad downlink Rx quality, bad uplink quality, Rx
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level weak coverage, bad CIR, and neighbor cell optimization, TCH antenna connection,
and BCCH antenna connection.
In addition, the NetMAX GSM system provides default sections of multiple indicators for
data statistics and analysis, including Rx level, Rx quality, TA, Rx level interference, traffic
density, path loss, Rx level weak coverage, and Rx quality rate.
The indicator definitions and sections can be modified in the Options dialog box.
Opening the Options Dialog Box

On the NetMAX GSM client, select Tools > Options from the menu bar. The Options
dialog box is displayed, see Figure 5-5.
Figure 5-5 Options Dialog Box
Setting Indicator Definitions

The procedures for setting different indicator definitions are similar. The following example
describes how to modify the definition of the single-cell weak coverage.
1. In the Options dialog box, click Single Cells with Weak Coverage in the left
navigation pane. The predefined settings are displayed in the right pane, see Figure
5-5.
In accordance with the default definition, the system considers that weak coverage
exist at a location where the reported downlink Rx level is less than or equal to 90
dBm and the TA is less than or equal to 1. If the ratio of such downlink Rx level and
TA samples in a cell is greater than or equal to 20%, the system deems that the cell is
in weak coverage. The accuracy of all parameter values is to the 0.1 decimal place.
2. Modify the thresholds as needed.
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Setting Indicator Sections

The procedures for setting sections of different indicators are similar. The following
example describes how to set the sections of Rx level.
1. In the Options dialog box, click RxLev in the navigation pane. The default sections
are displayed in the right pane, see Figure 5-6.
Figure 5-6 RxLev Sections
The toolbar in the right pane provides shortcut menus for setting the indicator sections.
For a description of the toolbar buttons, refer to Table 5-3.
Table 5-3 Toolbar Buttons for Setting RxLev Sections
Button Description
Sorts the sections.
Clears all section settings.
Adds a section.
Deletes the selected section.
Sets sections automatically.
2. To modify a section, double-click a cell in the LValue or RValue column, and then enter
a new value.
3. To modify the highlighting color for a section, double-click the corresponding color bar,
and then select a new color in the displayed dialog box.
4. To set the sections automatically, click on the toolbar. The Auto Stage Setting
dialog box is displayed. The parameters in the Auto Stage Setting dialog box vary
with different items (Step Size and End At) selected from the drop-down list, see
Figure 5-7 and Figure 5-8.
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Figure 5-7 Automatic Section SettingStep Size
Figure 5-8 Automatic Section SettingEnd At
5. In the Auto Stage Setting dialog box, select a segmentation mode from the drop-down
list, set the required parameters, and then click OK.
l In accordance with the settings in Figure 5-7, the system will create 10 sections
by the step of 10 from 90.
l In accordance with the settings in Figure 5-8, the system will create 10 sections
by the step of 2 from 90 to 70.
If the number of sections is greater than the specified range, the system will create
sections based on the maximum step. For example, if the range starts from 120 and
ends at 25, and the number of division is set to 100, the system will create sections
according to the maximum step 64.
5.2.2 Setting Time Ranges

The NetMAX GSM system stores a large amount of data. You can set one or multiple
time ranges for analyzing data during specific time periods. When a time range is set, the
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system queries the required data from the database and then displays the statistical or
analysis results of the queried data.
Two types of time ranges can be set: relative time range and absolute time range.
l A relative time range refers to a period starting from several days, weeks, or months
to the day when the latest data was imported into the system.
l An absolute time range refers to a period between two specified dates.
The following procedure describes how to set a relative time range and absolute time
range.
Steps
1. In the left pane of the NetMAX GSM client, click on Conditions tab. The Set time
dialog box is displayed.
l To set a relative time range, refer to Step 2.
l To set an absolute time range, refer to Step 3.
2. Perform appropriate operations to add a relative time range:

a. Select a granularity from the Time granularity list. The parameters in the dialog
box vary with different time granularities (hour and day), see Figure 5-9 and Figure
5-10.
Figure 5-9 Set time Dialog BoxRelative Time, Hour Granularity
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Figure 5-10 Set time Dialog BoxRelative Time, Day Granularity
For the description of the parameters in the Set time dialog box when Relative
time is selected, refer to Table 5-4.
Table 5-4 Parameter DescriptionRelative Time, Hour Granularity
Time granularity Sets the time granularity. The options include: hour, day,
week, and month.
Relative time Sets the relative time range. It is a default option.
Absolute time Sets an absolute time range.
End of the system Sets a range starting from N days, weeks, or months before
the most recent day with data and ending at the day.
Every day The option is available only when Time granularity is set to
Hour. To set the time range for the query of each day, you
are required to select the check box.
Add button Adds a time range for each day.
Delete button Deletes a time range selected from the list.
Statistics name Select the Statistics name check box to merge all time
ranges, and enter a name for the merged time range in the
text box after Statistics name.
b. Click Add when hour is selected from the Time granularity list. The Add hour
granularity dialog box is displayed, see Figure 5-11.
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Figure 5-11 Add Hour Granularity Dialog Box
c. Select a start hour and an end hour from the Start time list and the End time list,
and then click OK.
3. Perform the following operations to add an absolute time range:
a. In the Set time dialog box, click Absolute time. See Figure 5-12.
For the hour granularity, two types of time ranges can be set: discrete time and
consecutive time. The discrete time refers to the busy hours each day, so the start
time must be earlier than the end time.
Figure 5-12 Set Time Dialog BoxAbsolute Time
b. Click Add. The Add time range dialog box is displayed, see Figure 5-13.
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Figure 5-13 Add Time Range Dialog BoxDiscrete Time
c. Select Discrete time or Consecutive time. The Add time range dialog box
changes when Consecutive time is selected, see Figure 5-14.
Figure 5-14 Add Time Range Dialog BoxConsecutive Time
d. If Discrete time is selected, set the start date and end date, and the set the start
time and end time.
e. If Consecutive time is selected, set the start date, start time, end date, and end
time.
f. Click OK.
End of Steps
5.2.3 Selecting NEs, Terminals and Users

On the NetMAX GSM client, the Conditions tab in the left navigation pane allows you to
set filter conditions to select specific NE objects, terminals, and/or users (subscribers) for
data query and analysis. Three nodes are available on the Conditions tab, NE, Terminal,
and User. Figure 5-15 shows the Conditions tab with three nodes collapsed.
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Figure 5-15 Conditions Pane
Multiple conditions can be combined for analyzing specific data from different aspects, for
example, the call completion ratio in a specific cell, the call completion ratio of a specific
terminal, or the call completion ratio of a specific terminal in a cell.
The system deems that all objects are selected even when no object is selected on the
Conditions tab. However, if an analysis function requires that specific objects must be
selected, a message will be displayed in the message pane, prompting you to select an
object.
The Conditions tab varies with the actual data analysis window on the right part of the
client. It only displays the conditions related to the corresponding analysis function.
NE Node
After the NE node is expanded, the parameters and available objects are displayed.
Objects are available only after engineering data is imported into the NetMAX GSM
system. Figure 5-16 shows the expanded NE node. You can select objects to be analyzed
from the object tree.
The Granularity parameter provides available object granularities, including TRX, Cell,
Site, BSC, Net, and Define Group. The default granularity is Cell. The object tree varies
with the selected granularity.
The Statistics by granularity parameter determines whether the system performs data
statistics based on the Granularity. If False is selected from the corresponding drop-down
list, the system will not perform the statistics based on the selected granularity.
The following two methods can be used to select objects:
l Select objects one by one in the object tree. See Figure 5-16.
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Figure 5-16 Selecting Objects
l Group the required objects for quick selection.

1. Select all required objects in the object tree, right-click any selected object, and
then select Save as Define group from the shortcut menu. The Save NE Group
2. Enter a group name (for example, DefineGroup Test), and click OK.
3. Select Define Group from the drop-down list next to Granularity. The created
group is displayed, see Figure 5-17. After you select the group, all objects in the
group are selected.
Figure 5-17 User Defined Group
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4. To import, export, delete a DefineGroup, or view the group details, right-click a

group, and select corresponding commands from the shortcut menu.
Terminal Node
Figure 5-18 shows the expanded Terminal node. You can select terminal objects for
analysis.
Figure 5-18 Terminal Node
The Granularity of terminal has two options: Terminal model and Vendor. The default
granularity is Terminal model. The terminal tree varies with different granularities.
User Node
After the User node is displayed, the filter conditions and the user tree are displayed, see
Figure 5-19. The user (subscriber) information in the NetMAX GSM system is obtained
from the imported CDT data or imported from predefined CSV files.
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Figure 5-19 User Tree
You can perform appropriate operations to select and manage user information under the
User node.
To... Do...
Select desired users in the user or 1. Click the cell next to Granularity, and then select User or
user group tree User Group from the drop-down list.
The default granularity is User. The user or user group
tree under Users or User Groups varies with different
granularities. The user tree provides all available IMSIs.
2. Select the IMSIs of the desired users in the user tree.
Add the IMSI of a user Enter the IMSI to be added in User Find Condition, and then
click Add. The added IMSI is displayed under All > User (IMSI)
in the Users or User_Groups area.
Save the information of specific Select the desired users in the user tree, right-click any selected
users to a user group user, and then select Save as user ground from the shortcut
menu.
Clear the information of all users Click Clear.
Manage a user group 1. Click the cell next to Granularity, and then select User
Group from the drop-down list.
2. In the user group tree, right-click the desired user group,
and then select an appropriate command from the shortcut
menu.
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5.3 Geographic Analysis

The NetMAX GSM system supports the geographic display of base stations and cells in
a radio network according to the imported engineering data for convenient location and
analysis.
The geographic analysis functions listed in the GIS Analysis menu can:
l Display the distribution of base stations and cells of the whole network on a map based
on the engineering data.
l Display the following maps based on the MR data and engineering data:
Downlink and uplink coverage distribution

Downlink and uplink weak coverage distribution
Traffic density distribution
Downlink and uplink quality distribution

Downlink and uplink average quality difference distribution
Interference distribution, including interference in the uplink, downlink, and the

whole network.
l Display the call drop map and handover failure map based on the CDT data.
The call drop and handover failure dots are displayed on the Geographic Information
System (GIS) map through location of subscribers calls.
For each functional module, such as MR network analysis and special analysis,
corresponding menus or the button is displayed. By using the menu commands and
the button, you can show the distribution of any index on the map.
The usage of the electronic map is described in the next section.
5.3.1 Electronic Map

The electronic map in the NetMAX GSM system can display several analysis functions.
The following description takes the downlink coverage map as an example. In the main
menu, select Network Evaluation > Coverage Evaluation > Down coverage map. The
Down coverage map is displayed, see Figure 5-20.
Note:
Before using this the electronic map, ensure that the MapX software has been installed on
the client computer.
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Figure 5-20 Electronic Map
1. Toolbar 1 4. Toolbar 4 7. Electronic Map

2. Toolbar 2 5. Toolbar 5 8. Legend and Property
3. Toolbar 3 6. Navigation pane
Electronic Map Settings

The electronic map displays the base stations and cells of the whole network and other
data distribution as needed.
On the electronic map, a grid divides the geographic area into squares. Each square
stands for a 50 50 m on-site area. If a square has the data reported by multiple terminals,
and one index of the reported data has the maximum distribution within a section, the
square is rendered a color corresponding to the section color. If a square has no reported
data, the square has no color.
When you select a grid, the detailed information about the corresponding cells is displayed,
see Figure 5-21. In this way, you can analyze uplink and downlink interference. The
detailed information about every cell can be displayed if you zoom in on the graph.
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Figure 5-21 Down Coverage Map Window
Toolbar 1
Figure 5-22 shows the toolbar 1. For a description of the button functions, refer to Table
5-5.
Figure 5-22 Toolbar1
Table 5-5 Shortcut Buttons on Toolbar 1
Button Function
After this button is clicked, the mouse cursor changes into . Click a grid
square or a cell to select it.
The selected sector is highlighted. To cancel the selection, click any blank
place on the map.
Use the CTRL key to select multiple objects.
After this button is clicked, the mouse cursor changes into . Drag the
cursor to select all the sectors involved in the rectangle.
To cancel the selection, click any blank place on the map.
After this button is clicked, the mouse cursor changes into . Drag the
cursor to select all the sectors involved in the polygon.
To cancel the selection, click any blank place on the map.
Click this button, and drag the map to show the content as needed.
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Button Function
When this button is selected, the same area will be displayed on the map
for another query of the same data.
This button is used to zoom in a selected area on the map.
This button is used to show the whole grid on the map.
Zooms in the map.
Zooms out the map.
This button is used to display all cells on the map, or display all map
layers when no cell data has been loaded in the system.
This button is used to display the map with the clicked point as the center
of the map window.
This button is used to go back to the previous view before the last
operation on the map, such as zoom-in, zoom-out, or center.
This button is used to save the map view at the current scale.
This button is used to load the map view previously saved.
This button is used to control the display of different layers of the map in
the pop-up Layer Control dialog box. See Figure 5-23.
Figure 5-23 Layer Control Dialog Box
Toolbar 2
is the only button on Toolbar 2. Click this button to perform query and analysis according
to specified conditions.
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Toolbar 3
5-6.
Figure 5-24 Toolbar 3
Button Function
This button is used to show cells on the map. The geographic position
between the grid squares and cells is clearly displayed.
This button is used to search a specific cell.
This button is used to display cells according to specific frequency.

Instruction:
l Click this button. All frequencies are listed in the drop-down box.
l Select frequencies as needed. Only the cells with the selected
frequencies will be displayed on the map.
This button is used to show properties of selected NEs or all NEs.

The displayed properties are those selected on the Property tab in
the right pane.
This button is used to hide the text remarks in grid.
This button is used to set the style of cell icons on the map.
This button is used to copy the map and the legend to the clipboard.
The copied map and legend can be pasted in another painting software
and saved as an image file.
This button is used to show or hide the scale on the map.
This button is used for distance measurement on the map.

1. Click this button. The mouse cursor changes to a cross.
2. Click on the map to select the start point of a path, and click again
to select the end point.
To select multiple paths in sequence, click multiple points on the
map.
To cancel the selection of a path, press ESC.
3. Double-click or press ENTER.
The system marks the distance of each path and displays the total
distance of all paths on the status bar at the bottom of the map.
This button is used to clear the paths displayed on the map after
distance measurement.
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Button Function
This button is used to import a map as the background of the map

window. Click this button to select the format of the map you want
to import: GST, TAB, or Raster.
This button is used to export the contents displayed in the window as

an image file in the format of BMP, GIF, or JPG.
This button is used to export the KML layer data of a map.

Click this button. The drop-down menu is displayed, containing two
submenus: All Cells and All Points.
l Select All Cells. The data of all cells is exported as a kml file.
l Select All Points. The rendering layer data is exported as a kml
file.
To search a cell, click . The Find Site/Cell dialog box is displayed, see Figure 5-25.
The optional conditions include: site ID, site name, BCCH frequency, and base station
identifier.
Figure 5-25 Find Site Dialog Box
To set cell properties for different frequencies, click . The GIS Option dialog box is
displayed, see Figure 5-26. The optional parameters include: cell type, cell shape, cell
radius, sector angle, omni-cell shape and radius, property offset, and pen color.
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Figure 5-26 GIS Option Dialog BoxGSM Tab
To set the shape or transparency of the grid, click Grid from the left pane. The Grid tab is
displayed, see Figure 5-27. Set the parameters as required.
Figure 5-27 GIS Option Dialog BoxGrid Tab
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Toolbar 4
5-7.
Button Function
Shows or hides the Legend and Property tabs in the right pane.
Shows the Legend and Property tabs in their original position.
Toolbar 5
5-8.
Button Function
Adds text remarks on the map.
Draws straight lines on the map.
Draws circles on the map.
Draws ellipses on the map.
Draws rectangles on the map.
Draws polygons on the map.
Sets the style of a line or shape.
Deletes a line or shape.
Clears all drawings on the map.
Legend and Property Settings

On the Legend and Property tabs in the right pane, you can view and set the legend on
the map and determines which properties are displayed on the map.
l Figure 5-30 shows the Legend tab.
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Figure 5-30 Legend Tab
The Legend tab shows the legend of different frequencies and the colors of different
indicator sections. To set the properties of cells corresponding to each frequency
band, click on the toolbar 3.
l Figure 5-31 shows the Property tab.
Figure 5-31 Property Tab
The Property tab lists the optional properties to be displayed on the map, such as
BSCID, SiteID, CellID and BCCH.
To show specific properties, select the check boxes as needed on the Property tab.
Click the button on the Toolbar 3, the button is in pressed state, and the properties
of NEs selected in the NE tree in the left pane are displayed. Click the button again,
the button is in normal state, and the selected properties of all NEs are displayed.
Figure 5-32 shows an example of the electronic map with the BSC ID of each NE is
displayed..
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Figure 5-32 BSCID
To mark an NE in red on the map, select the NE in the navigation pane.
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Chapter 6
Network Evaluation
The NetMAX GSM system can evaluate a network from different aspects and provide the
evaluation results for better understanding of the existing network. The following network
evaluation functions are available:
l 1D, 2D, and 3D statistics
l Network frequency analysis
l KPI analysis
l User experience evaluation
Table of Contents
1-D Statistics ..............................................................................................................6-1
2-D Statistics ..............................................................................................................6-4
3-D Statistics ..............................................................................................................6-7
Interference Evaluation...............................................................................................6-9
Evaluating Network Frequencies ..............................................................................6-12
Analyzing KPIs .........................................................................................................6-14
Evaluating User Experience .....................................................................................6-16
6.1 1-D Statistics

6.1.1 Overview
1D statistics refers to statistical analysis of an indicator (such as Rx level or Rx quality)
for specific objects (BSC, Site, Cell, Trx, or Define Group). The statistical results contain
the counts and percentages of indicator value samples in different predefined indicator
section. For how to define an indicator and set indicator sections, refer to "5.2.1 Setting
Indicator Definitions and Sections".
A time period and frequency band can be preset before the statistics. Before 1D statistics,
the required engineering data, radio data, and MR data must be imported into the NetMAX
GSM server.
Table 6-1 describes the available 1D statistics functions in the NetMAX GSM system.
Table 6-1 1D Statistics Functions
1D Statistics Menu Path Description
Rx level Network Evaluation > Coverage The statistical result displays the distribution
statistics Evaluation > 1-D Statistics > of Rx level in different sections for the
RxLev selected objects. The Rx level distribution
helps you to evaluate the network coverage.
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Rx quality Network Evaluation > Coverage The statistical result displays the distribution
statistics Evaluation > 1-D Statistics > of Rx quality in different sections for the
RxQual selected objects. The Rx quality distribution
helps you to evaluate the network quality.
TA statistics Network Evaluation > Coverage TA statistics helps you to analyze whether
Evaluation > 1-D Statistics > TA the antenna coverage of the selected objects
is proper. The analysis result can be used for
a general evaluation of network quality.
BTS power Network Evaluation > Coverage This function is used to analyze the power
statistics Evaluation > 1-D Statistics > attenuation of BTSs within the coverage of
BTS power the selected NE. The analysis result can
be used for a general evaluation of network
coverage.
MS power Network Evaluation > This function is used to analyze power

statistics Covereage Evaluation > attenuations of MSs. The analysis result can
1-D Statistics > MS power be used for a general evaluation of network
quality.
Path loss Network Evaluation > Coverage This function is used to analyze the path loss
statistics Evaluation > 1-D Statistics > of the selected objects.
Path loss difference
Co-BCCH Rx Network Evaluation > Coverage This function is used to analyze level
level difference Evaluation > 1-D Statistics > differences in Co-BCCH cells.
statistics CO-BCCH RxLev Diff
6.1.2 Performing 1-D Statistics for Rx Level

This procedure describes how to perform 1D statistics for Rx level. The procedures for
1D statistics of different indicators are similar.
Prerequisite
The required engineering data, radio data, and MR data have been imported into the
NetMAX GSM server.
Steps
1. On the NetMAX GSM client, click on the Conditions tab in the left navigation pane,
and then set one or multiple time periods in the displayed dialog box.
2. Under the NE node on the Conditions tab, select a granularity (for example, Cell),
and then select the desired objects in the cell tree.
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3. Select Network Evaluation > Coverage Evaluation > 1-D Statistics > RxLev from
the menu bar. The RxLev statistics window is displayed, see Figure 5-1.
There are two tabs, Distribution and Tendency in the RxLev statistics window. By
default, the Distribution tab is displayed. It shows statistical distribution charts for Rx
level, see Figure 5-1.
The Tendency tab shows the statistical Rx level tendency, see Figure 5-4. The lateral
axis represents the time periods and the vertical axis the percentage of the uplink and
downlink Rx level. The broken lines shows the tendency of the percentage of Rx level
sampling points in different intervals within each time period. With the tendency chart,
you can collect statistics on the percentage of uplink and downlink Rx levels.
The RxLev statistics window displays the statistical results in three separate parts:
l The upper statistical chart displays the count and percentage of Rx level samples
(horizontal axis) in each section (vertical axis). Red bars indicate the statistics of
downlink Rx levels. Green bars indicate the statistics of uplink Rx levels.
l The middle statistical table (detail table 1) displays the counts of uplink and
downlink Rx level samples in different sections for all the selected objects. The
upper statistical chart is based on the data in this table.
l The lower statistical table (detail table 2) displays the percentages and
accumulated percentages of the level sampling counts in different sections for
the cell selected in table 1.
4. Perform appropriate operations as required:
To... Do...
View the statistical results of Modify the time period, reset the sections, or select other
Rx level data meeting different objects as required, and then click on the toolbar. The
filter conditions system performs analysis according to the latest settings and
presents the new statistical chart and tables.
View the data of a specific Click on the toolbar, and then set a frequency band. The
frequency band system updates the statistical chart and tables.
View the statistical results of Click on the toolbar, and the select an appropriate option as
downlink Rx level only, uplink needed. The system updates the statistical chart and tables.
Rx level only, or both downlink
and uplink Rx level
Change the type of the Click on the toolbar, and then select a chart type. The system
statistical chart presents the statistical chart according to the new selection.
5. Perform appropriate operations on a statistical table:
To... Do...
Copy the table contents Right-click a cell in detail table 1 or 2, and then select Copy
from the shortcut menu.
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To... Do...
Save the table contents to a Right-click a cell in detail table 1 or 2, and then select Save
local XLS file from the shortcut menu.
Set indicator sections Right-click a cell in detail table 1, and then select Set Section
from the shortcut menu.
Set the percentage precision Right-click a cell in detail table 2, and then select Choose the
display precision from the shortcut menu.
End of Steps
6.2 2-D Statistics

6.2.1 Overview
2D statistics refers to statistical analysis of two associated indicators (such as Rx level
and Rx quality) for specific objects (BSC, Site, Cell, or Trx). Before 2D statistics, the
required engineering data, radio data, and MR data must be imported into the NetMAX
GSM server.
Table 6-2 describes the available 2D statistics functions in the NetMAX GSM system.
Table 6-2 2D Statistics Functions
Rx level and Rx Network Evaluation > The statistical results contain the counts and
quality Coverage Evaluation > percentages of uplink and downlink Rx level samples
2-D Statistics > RxLev & in different sections during a time period. In addition,
RxQual a statistical chart displays the statistical results in
bars and the relations between Rx level and Rx
quality in a curve.
The 2D statistics of Rx level and Rx quality supports
the analysis of these two associated indicators. It
provides the distribution of uplink and downlink Rx
level and the corresponding uplink and downlink Rx
quality in an intuitive way. This function can be used
for analyzing interference, antenna connection, and
hardware failure problems.
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TA and Rx level Network Evaluation > The statistical results contain the counts and
Coverage Evaluation > percentages of TA and Rx level samples in different
2-D Statistics > TA & sections. In addition, a statistical chart displays the
RxLev statistical results in bars and the relations between
TA and Rx level in a curve.
The 2D statistics of TA and Rx level supports the
analysis of these two associated indicators. The
intuitive display of relations between TA and Rx level
helps you to analyze coverage overshooting and
weak coverage problems.
TA and Rx Network Evaluation > The statistical results contain the counts and
quality Coverage Evaluation > percentages of TA and Rx quality samples in different
2-D Statistics > TA & sections. In addition, a statistical chart displays the
RxQual statistical results in bars and the relations between
TA and Rx quality in a curve.
The 2D statistics of TA and Rx quality supports
the analysis of these two associated indicators.
The intuitive display of relations between TA and
Rx quality helps you to analyze TRX-level quality
problems and coverage problems.
TA and path loss Network Evaluation > The statistical results contain the counts and
Coverage Evaluation > percentages of TA and downlink-uplink Rx level
2-D Statistics > TA & difference in different sections. In addition, a
RxLevDiff statistical chart displays the statistical results in bars
and the relations between TA and downlink-uplink
Rx level difference in a curve.
The 2D statistics of TA and Rx level difference
supports the analysis of these two associated
indicators. The intuitive display of relations
between TA and Rx level difference helps you to
analyze coverage overshooting and weak coverage
problems.
6.2.2 Performing 2-D Statistics for Rx Level and Rx Quality

This procedure describes how to perform 2D statistics for Rx level and Rx quality. The
procedures for 2D statistics of other two associated indicators are similar.
Prerequisite
NetMAX GSM server.
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Steps
and then select the desired object in the cell tree.
3. Select Network Evaluation > Coverage Evaluation > 2-D Statistics > RxLev &
RxQual from the menu bar. The RxLevRxQual associated analysis window is
Figure 6-1 RxLevRxQual associated analysis Window
On the Conditions tab, you can select the objects to be counted.
In the upper RxLev-RxQual associated analysis chart, the RxLev axis stands for the
Rx level, the RxQual axis stands for the Rx quality, and the Count axis stands for the
count of Rx level samples. The red curve illustrates the average quality corresponding
to Rx level. The bars indicate the counts of Rx level samples. This chart varies with
different time periods selected in the lower pane.
To... Do...
View the statistical results On the Conditions tab, select a granularity from the Object Unit
of another object list, and then select the desired object by selecting appropriate IDs
from the BSC, Site, Cell, and/or Trx lists. The system automatically
refreshes the chart with the new statistical results.
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To... Do...
View the statistical results Modify the time period settings, and then click on the toolbar.
in another time period The system queries data meeting the latest conditions, and displays
the new statistical results in the chart and the latest time period
settings in the lower pane.
View the statistical results Click (uplink) or (downlink) on the toolbar. The system
of only uplink or downlink refreshes the statistical results of uplink or downlink data.
data
End of Steps
6.3 3-D Statistics

6.3.1 Overview
The NetMAX GSM system only supports the 3D statistics of Rx level and Rx quality. The
statistical results display the counts of associated Rx level and Rx quality samples in a 3D
chart. The 3D chart provides an intuitive view of the Rx level and Rx quality distribution
in different sections during a time period for the selected object (BSC, Site, Cell, or Trx).
The 3D statistics can be used for a general evaluation of the network coverage.
6.3.2 Performing 3-D Statistics for Rx Level and Rx Quality

This procedure describes how to perform 3D statistics for Rx level and Rx quality.
Prerequisite
NetMAX GSM server.
Steps
and then select the desired object in the cell tree.
3. Select Network Evaluation > Coverage Evaluation > 3-D Statistics > 3D RxLev &
RxQual from the menu bar. The RxLevRxQual 3D analysis window is displayed,
see Figure 6-2.
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Figure 6-2 RxLevRxQual 3D Aanalysis Window
In the upper 3-D RxLevRxQual associated analysis chart, the RxLev axis stands for
Rx level, the RxQual axis stands for Rx quality, and the Count axis stands for the
count of samples. The bars indicate the counts of samples based on the association
of Rx level and Rx quality.
The lower statistical table presents the counts of downlink and uplink Rx level and Rx
quality samples in difference sections during different time periods. The upper chart
is based on the data in this table.
To... Do...
View the statistical results On the Conditions tab, select a granularity from the Object Unit
of another object list, and then select the desired object by selecting appropriate IDs
from the BSC, Site, Cell, and/or Trx lists. The system automatically
refreshes the chart with the new statistical results.
View the statistical results Modify the time period settings, and then click on the toolbar. The
in another time period system queries data meeting the latest conditions, and displays the
new statistical results in the chart.
View the statistical results Click (uplink) or (downlink) on the toolbar. The system
of only uplink or downlink refreshes the statistical results of uplink or downlink data.
data
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To... Do...
Save the statistical table i. Right-click a cell in the table, and then select SaveToExcel from
as a local XLS or XLSX the shortcut menu. The Save As dialog box is displayed.
file
ii. Select a path for saving the file, enter a file name, and then click
Save.
End of Steps
6.4 Interference Evaluation

6.4.1 Overview
Interference evaluation is a process to collect statistics on the number of sampling points
and the corresponding percentage of the specified BSCs, sites, cells, TRXs, and Define
Groups in terms of interference within specified time periods and frequency bands, in
different intervals, and with or without interference. The statistical results are presented in
charts.
For menu items and functions of interference evaluation in the system, refer to Table 6-3.
Table 6-3 Menu Items and Functions of Interference Evaluation
Evaluation Item Menu Path Function
Network Network Evaluation > Provides distribution information about uplink

interference Interference Evaluation > and downlink interference of the selected NEs
evaluation 1-D Statistics > Network in different index intervals for you to evaluate
Interference overall coverage of the network.
Uplink Network Evaluation > Provides distribution information about uplink

interference Interference Evaluation interference of the selected NEs in different
evaluation > 1-D Statistics > UL index intervals for you to evaluate overall
Interference coverage of the network.
Downlink Network Evaluation > Provides distribution information about downlink

interference Interference Evaluation interference of the selected NEs in different
evaluation > 1-D Statistics > DL index intervals for you to evaluate overall
Interference coverage of the network.
6.4.2 Evaluating Network Interference

Network interference evaluation is a process to collect statistics on the number of
sampling points and the corresponding percentage of the specified BSCs, sites, cells,
TRXs, and Define Groups within specified time periods and frequency bands, in different
intervals, and with or without uplink/downlink interference. By analyzing uplink/downlink
interference segmentally, you can learn about distribution information about uplink and
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downlink interference of the selected NEs in different index intervals, so that you can
evaluate overall coverage of the network.
For other interference evaluations, you can perform the operations described in this
procedure.
Prerequisite
The required engineering data, radio data, and MR data are imported into the NetMAX
GSM server.
Steps
1. On the Conditions tab in the left navigation pane, click and set one or more time
periods.
2. On the Conditions tab, select a granularity (for example, Cell) under the NE node,
and then select the desired objects.
3. Select Network Evaluation > Interference Evaluation > 1-D Statistics > Network
Interference. The Network interference statistics window is displayed, see Figure
6-3.
Figure 6-3 Network Interference Statistics Window
1. Statistical chart 2. Detail table 1 3. Detail table 2
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There are two tabs, Distribution and Tendency, in the RxLev statistics window. By
default, the Distribution tab is displayed. It shows statistical distribution charts for
network interference, see Figure 6-3. The lateral axis represents the cases with (in
red) and without interference (in green) and the vertical axis the number of sampling
points.
The Tendency tab shows the statistical tendency of the network with and without
interference in the form of broken lines, see Figure 6-4. The lateral axis represents time
period and the vertical axis the percentage of the cases with and without interference
in each time period.
Figure 6-4 Network interference statistics WindowTendency Tab
l Detail table 1 lists the numbers of sampling points for different objects with and
without interference in different time periods. Data in the statistical chart is taken
from the NE selected in this table.
l Detail table 2 lists the percentages and cumulative percentages of the numbers
of sampling points for the NE selected from detail table 1 in the cases with and
without interference respectively.
The statistical chart and data in detail table 2 vary with the NE selected in detail table
2.
4. Perform the following operations as required.
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To... Do...
View data of different time Click on the toolbar. The statistical chart and table data are
periods, segments, or objects refreshed and displayed based on the query conditions.
View data of different frequency Click on the toolbar and select a frequency band. The
bands statistical chart and table data are refreshed and displayed based
on the selected frequency band.
For a description of shortcut menu items for detail tables, refer to Table 6-4.
Table 6-4 Description of Shortcut Menu Items
Menu Item Description
Copy Copies data in the table.
Save Saves table data as an .xls file locally.
Choose to display Sets the percentage precision of data in detail table 2.

precision
End of Steps
6.5 Evaluating Network Frequencies

The NetMAX GSM system supports frequency-based interference analysis during
frequency evaluation. The available frequencies of an object are sorted in ascending
order of the corresponding Cost values. Lower interferences occur when frequencies with
lower Cost values are used in the network.
After the frequency evaluation, the system provides the evaluation results that cannot
be modified. In addition, the frequency evaluation results are only valid for the current
operation. After logging in to the client again, you need to perform this procedure again to
obtain the frequency evaluation results.
Prerequisite
The required engineering data, radio data, and MRCI data have been imported into the
NetMAX GSM server.
Steps
1. On the NetMAX GSM client, select Network Evaluation > Network Frequency
Evaluation from the menu bar. The Network Frequency Evaluation window is
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Figure 6-5 Network Frequency Evaluation Window
2. Click on the Conditions tab in the left navigation pane, and then set one or multiple
time periods in the displayed dialog box.
and then select the desired objects.
4. In the Network Frequency Evaluation window, enter available BCCH and TCH
frequencies in BCCH available Frequencies and TCH available Frequencies.
Multiple frequencies must be separated by comma. The available frequency settings
are synchronized between the Network Frequency Evaluation and Frequency
Intelligent Optimization windows.
5. Click on the toolbar. A message is displayed, prompting you to confirm the
evaluation.
6. Click OK. The frequency evaluation results are displayed, see Figure 6-6.
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Figure 6-6 Frequency Evaluation Results
In the upper pane, the Freq column in the table displays all frequencies of each TRX.
The frequency in blue is the frequency in use. The frequencies in red are forbidden
frequencies. The frequencies in black are candidate frequencies. In the lower pane,
a pie chart displays the evaluation results of all frequencies.
End of Steps
6.6 Analyzing KPIs

The NetMAX GSM system allows you to analyze the KPIs related to a subscriber during a
time period. The following eight KPIs can be analyzed:
l Number of access failures
l Access success rate
l Number of assignment failures
l Assignment success rate
l Number of handover failures
l Handover success rate
l Number of call drops
l Call drop rate
The system also provides all calls related to the subscriber and the details of each call
record based on the statistical results of these KPIs. By analyzing the KPIs and call record
details, you can view the information of all calls related to the subscriber and the details of
each call record. The trace the calls of the subscriber and locate the cause of call failures.
Prerequisite
The required engineering data, radio data, and CDT data have been imported into the
NetMAX GSM server.
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Steps
1. On the NetMAX GSM client, select Network Evaluation > KPI. The KPI window is
Figure 6-7 KPI Window
1. KPI tree 3. KPI statistical pane

2. KPI association pane 4. Analysis result chart
2. Set filter conditions as required, select the KPIs to be analyzed in the KPI tree, and
then click on the toolbar. The statistical results of the selected KPIs are displayed
in the KPI statistical pane.
3. (Optional) On the upper part of the KPI statistical pane, select a KPI from the KPI to be
filtered list, select KPI value >= and enter a value, select TopN number= and enter
a number. The system filters the KPI values and only displays the values meeting the
filter conditions in the KPI statistical pane.
4. (Optional) In the KPI statistical pane, right-click a record, point to Associated
analysis on the shortcut menu, and then select Associated NE, Associated user,
or Associated terminal. The associated analysis results are displayed in the KPI
association pane.
5. (Optional) In the KPI statistical pane, double-click a cell with a value in blue. The
analysis result chart displays the distribution of failure causes. You can double-click
the pie chart to enlarge the chart, and double-click the enlarged chart again to resume
the original chart.
6. (Optional) In the KPI statistical pane, right-click a cell in a KPI column (for example,
Number of access failures or Access success rate), and then select Display
details of the call with an access failure from the shortcut menu. The Access
Failure window is displayed, see Figure 6-8.
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For the description of call details, refer to Chapter 9 Call Detail Records.
Figure 6-8 Access Failure Window
End of Steps
6.7 Evaluating User Experience

The NetMAX GSM system supports user experience evaluation from various aspects,
including general evaluation, coverage evaluation, call completion evaluation, call drop
evaluation, and poor quality evaluation. The evaluation results can be used for evaluating
the network quality.
Prerequisite
NetMAX GSM server.
Context
For a description of indicators evaluated in the user experience evaluation, refer to Table
6-5.
The weights and thresholds related to these indicators are preset in the \UniPOS
Solution\CNO2(NetMAX)-G\Config\QoeCustomConfig.ini file in the installation
directory of the NetMAX GSM system. You can modify the related weights and thresholds
in the file as required.
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Table 6-5 User Experience Evaluations
Evaluation Evaluated Indicators
General evaluation l Score: The score is the weighted average of Score_C, Score_A,
Score_R, and Score_I.
l QoE: The QoE is determined by the score.
QoE is Good when Score 80.
QoE is Fair when 60 Score < 80.
QoE is Poor when 40 Score < 60.
QoE is Bad when 20 Score < 40.
Coverage evaluation l Score_C: The score is obtained in accordance with the downlink
coverage rate and the threshold settings of zero and full score.
l DL Coverage Rate.
Call completion l RASR: This indicator is not calculated for statistics when the
evaluation granularity is user.
l MOC CSSR.
l MTC CSSR.
l E2E CSSR: This rate is calculated in accordance with RASR and
MOC CSSR, or RASR and MTC CSSR.
l MOC Delay.
l MTC Delay.
l Score_A: The score is obtained in accordance with E2E CSSR and
MOC Delay, and the threshold settings of zero and full score.
Call drop evaluation l Score_R: The score is obtained in accordance with the call drop rate
and the threshold settings of zero and full score.
l Call Drop Rate.
Bad quality evaluation l Score_I: The score is obtained in accordance with the bad quality
ratio and the threshold settings of zero and full score.
l Bad RxQual Ratio: bad quality ratio.
Steps
1. On the NetMAX GSM client, select Network Evaluation > QoE Evaluation from the
menu bar. The QoE Evaluation window is displayed.
2. Set time periods and select the desired objects on the Conditions tab, and then click
on the toolbar. The evaluation results are displayed in the QoE Evaluation window,
see Figure 6-9.
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Figure 6-9 QoE Evaluation Window
1. Association analysis 2. Evaluation result pane

pane 3. KQI chart/QoE chart
3. (Optional) Right-click a record in the evaluation result pane, point to Associated

analysis on the shortcut menu, and then select Associated NE, Associated user,
or Associated terminal. The association analysis results are displayed in the
association analysis pane.
4. (Optional) Right-click a record in the evaluation result pane, and then select KQI Chart
from the shortcut menu. The KQI statistical results are displayed in the KQI chart.
5. (Optional) If the object granularity is set to Cell on the Conditions tab, click the QoE
Chart tab. A pie chart is displayed, indicating the counts of excellent and good QoE
scores.
End of Steps
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Chapter 7
Special Analysis
The NetMAX GSM system provides the following special analysis functions:
l Network analysis: coverage analysis and interference analysis based on MRCI data
l Event analysis: handover analysis, access analysis, and call drop analysis based on
CDT data
l Short call analysis based on CDT data
l VIP/VAP user analysis based on CDT data
Table of Contents
Network Analysis........................................................................................................7-1
Event Analysis..........................................................................................................7-15
Analyzing Short Calls ...............................................................................................7-24
Analyzing VIP and VAP Users ..................................................................................7-25
7.1 Network Analysis

7.1.1 Overview
During network analysis, the system locates the problem cells in accordance with
user-defined filter conditions and provides analysis results for each cell in table and chart
formats. You can adjust and optimize the network based on the analysis results.
Table 7-1 provides the menu path and allowable filter conditions for each network analysis
function. For how to set filter conditions for data analysis, refer to "7.1.2 Analyzing Cells
With Uplink-Downlink Imbalance".
Table 7-1 Filter Conditions and Menu Paths of Network Analysis Functions
Function Menu Path Filter Condition Operation
Regional weak Network Analysis > Among all the sampling points in the Refer to the
coverage cell Coverage > Regional cell, the proportion of those whose operations for
Weak Coverage Cell {(Rxlev of service cell < ** dBm) and the cells with
[(Rxlev of service cell - Rxlev of the imbalanced UL
neighbor cell with the strongest signal) and DL.
< * dB] and (average distance of the
closest n BTS around service cell >=
TA of service cell)} is equal to or larger
than a specified percentage.
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Overshooting Network Analysis Among all the sampling points in the

cell > Coverage > cell, the proportion of those whose
OverShooting Cell {(Rxlev of service cell >= ** dBm) and
[(Rxlev of service cell - DL Rxlev of the
neighbor cell with the strongest signal)
> ** dB] and (average distance of the
closest n BTS around service cell < TA
of service cell)} is equal to or larger
than a specified percentage.
Single cell Network Analysis > Among all the sampling points in the
with weak Coverage > Single cell, the proportion of those whose
coverage Cells With Coverage [(DL Rxlev <= ** dBm) and (TA <= **)]
is equal to or larger than a specified
percentage.
Vast coverage Network Analysis Among all the sampling points in the
cell > Coverage > Vast cell, the proportion of those whose
Coverage Cell [(DL Rxlev >= ** dBm) and (TA > **)]
percentage.
Cell with Network Analysis > Among all the sampling points in the -
imbalanced Coverage > UL and DL cell, the proportion of those whose
UL and DL Imbalance Cell [(DL Rxlev - UL Rxlev) > ** dB or (TA
< ** dB)] is equal to or larger than a
specified percentage.
Cells with DL Network Analysis > Among all the sampling points whose Refer to the
interference Interference > DL cell DL Rxlev is equal to or larger than operations for
** dBm, the proportion of those whose the cells with
[(DL Rxlev >= ** dBm) and (DL RxQual imbalanced UL
>= **)] is equal to or larger than a and DL.
Cells with UL Network Analysis > Among all the sampling points whose
interference Interference > UL cell UL Rxlev is equal to or larger than
** dBm, the proportion of those whose
[(UL Rxlev >= ** dBm) and (UL RxQual
>= **)] is equal to or larger than a
Network Network Analysis > Among double of all the sampling

interference Interference > Network points in the cell, the proportion of
cell those whose {[(UL Rxlev >= ** dBm)
and (UL RxQual >= **)] + [(DL Rxlev
>= ** dBm) and (DL RxQual >= **)]}
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percentage.
Cells with bad Network Analysis > Among all the sampling points in the
DL Rx quality Interference > Bad DL cell, the proportion of those whose (DL
RxQual RxQual >= **) is equal to or larger than
a specified percentage.
Cells with bad Network Analysis > Among all the sampling points in the
UL Rx quality Interference > Bad UL cell, the proportion of those whose (UL
RxQual RxQual >= **) is equal to or larger than
a specified percentage.
Cells with bad Network Analysis > [(DL RxQual = 0 a custom weight)
average DL Interference > AVG + (DL RxQual = 1 a custom
quality Bad DL RxQual weight) + (DL RxQual = 2 a custom
weight) + (DL RxQual = 3 a custom
weight)]/(DL RxQual Count) >= a
Cells with bad Network Analysis > [(UL RxQual = 0 a custom weight)
average UL Interference > AVG + (UL RxQual = 1 a custom
quality Bad UL RxQual weight) + (UL RxQual = 2 a custom
weight) + (UL RxQual = 3 a custom
weight)]/(UL RxQual Count) >= a
The custom weight can be set by
modifying the AVGBadRxQual field in
the Config\CellFilterLinkFor
m.ini file.
Cells with bad Network Analysis > Cells meeting one of the following -
carrier/inter- Interference > Bad C/I condition are picked out:
ference (C/I) Cell l C/I (average) < **
ratio l C/A (average) < **
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C/I analysis Network Analysis Based on the imported engineering -

> Interference > C/I data, radio data, and MRCI data, the
analysis system can generate an MR carrier
interference table, which indicates the
interference information and source of
the serving cell.
The serving cell and its interference
cells can be displayed on the map.
Association Network Analysis > Calculates the number of associated -

analysis of UL Interference > 2-D quality sampling points in the UL
and DL quality UL/DL RxQual Grid and DL in each section for specified
objects, including BSC, Site, Cell, and
TRX.
The analysis of associated UL and
DL quality can provide a clear view
of quality distribution in each section.
The analytical result can be used for
evaluating general network coverage.
** represents a custom value.
7.1.2 Analyzing Cells With Uplink-Downlink Imbalance

This procedure describes how to locate the cells with uplink-downlink imbalance. The
system determines whether uplink-downlink imbalance exists in a cell based on the
user-defined indicator.
Prerequisite
NetMAX GSM server.
Context
l For this function, the system can only analyze objects with the Cell granularity. If the
Trx granularity is selected, for example, an error will be prompted.
l For a selected cell, you can perform association analysis and view related charts.
Steps
and then set a time range in the displayed dialog box.
2. Under the NE node on the Conditions tab, select the desired objects.
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3. Select Network Analysis > Coverage > UL and DL Imbalance Cell. The UL and
DL Imbalance Cell window is displayed, see Figure 7-1.
Figure 7-1 UL and DL Imbalance Cell Window
l The cell list in the left pane displays all cells meeting the filter condition.
l The right pane displays the statistical charts of the NE selected from the cell list.
The chart changes according to the selected NE.
For the description of the toolbar in the UL and DL Imbalance Cell window, refer to
Table 7-2.
Table 7-2 Toolbar Buttons in the UL and DL Imbalance Cell Window
Button Operation
Click the button. The UL and DL Imbalance Cell window is displayed,

displaying the distribution of cells meeting the filter condition. See Figure
7-2.
Click the button. The Down coverage map window is displayed,

showing the coverage distribution of the cell selected from the cell list.
See Figure 7-3. The coverage map changes according to the selected
cell.
When the button is pressed, the window is open. When the button is
up, the window is closed.
Click the button, and the granularity of the analytical object switches
between Cell and Trx.
Hides or shows the statistical chart in the right pane. When the button
is pressed, the right pane is displayed. When the button is up, the right
pane is hidden.
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Button Operation
Click the button, and select the association analysis chart to be displayed
in the right pane from the drop-down menu. You can select multiple
options simultaneously.
Click the button, and select the statistical chart to be displayed in the
right pane from the drop-down menu. You can select multiple options
simultaneously.
Click the button, and the statistical chart display switches between two
modes.
Figure 7-2 UL and DL Imbalance Cell Map Window
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Figure 7-3 Down Coverage Map Window
End of Steps
7.1.3 Analyzing Cells with Bad C/I

This procedure describes how to locate the cells with bad C/I in accordance with the preset
indicator definition.
Prerequisite
NetMAX GSM server.
Context
l The MRCI data is the source for this analysis.
l The system performs this analysis only by the Cell granularity.
Steps
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3. Select Network Analysis > Interference > Bad C/I Cell from the menu bar. The Cell
Evaluation Bad C/I Cell window is displayed, see Figure 7-4.
Figure 7-4 Cell EvaluationBad C/I Cell Window
The upper table lists all cells meeting the filter condition. The lower table lists the
interference details of the NE selected from the cell list. The lower table changes
according to the selected NE.
l To view the GIS map of a selected cell, click on the toolbar. The Cell Evaluation
Bad CIR Cell window is displayed, showing the GIS map. See Figure 7-5. On
the GIS map, the serving cell is highlighted in green; while the interference cells
are red.
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Figure 7-5 Cell EvaluationBad CIR Cell Window
l To draw lines between a serving cell and the cells that are the interference
sources, click . Lines are displayed between the serving cell and its interference
cells on the GIS map, see Figure 7-6.
Figure 7-6 Cell EvaluationBad CIR Cell Window with Connection Lines
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l To view the updated data after changing the time range settings, filter conditions,
or objects, click .
End of Steps
7.1.4 Performing C/I Analysis

Based on the imported engineering data, radio data, and MRCI data, the system can
generate an MR carrier interference table, which indicates the interference information
and the interference source. The C/I analysis function allows you to view the details of the
serving cells and interference cells in an intuitive way.
Prerequisite
NetMAX GSM server.
Context
l The serving cell, interference cells, and their relations can be displayed on the GIS
map.
l The object granularity can be BSC, Site, Cell, Trx, or Define Group.
Steps
3. Select Network Analysis > Interference > C/I analysis from the menu bar. The C/I
analysis window is displayed, see Figure 7-7.
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Figure 7-7 C/I Analysis Window
1. Cell interference table 2. TRX interference chart 3. TRX interference table
The cell interference table displays the total traffic, total interference, co-frequency
interference, and adjacent-frequency interference in each serving cell.
After a cell in the cell interference table is clicked, all interference TRXs, co-frequency
interference, and adjacent-frequency interference in the cell are displayed in the TRX
interference table. In addition, the interference statistics in the cell is displayed in bars
on the TRX interference chart. On the TRX interference chart, the horizontal axis
(TRXID) indicates TRX IDs; while the vertical axis (Count) indicates the counts of total
traffic samples and interference traffic samples.
The contents in the TRX interference table and the TRX interference chart vary with
different cells selected in the cell interference table.
l To view the GIS map of the NE selected in the serving cell list, click . The C/I
analysis window is displayed, see Figure 7-8. On the GIS map, the serving cell
is marked in green, while the Top 5 interference cells are red.
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Figure 7-8 C/I Analysis WindowGIS Map
l To draw lines between a serving cell and related interference cells, click . The
system draws lines on the GIS map. See Figure 7-9.
Figure 7-9 C/I Analysis Window with Connection Lines
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l To view the updated data after changing the time range settings or objects, click
.
End of Steps
7.1.5 Performing Association Analysis of UL and DL Quality

This procedure describes how to perform the association analysis of uplink and downlink
quality. This analytical result shows a clear view of the distribution of quality in different
sections, and provides a basis for evaluating general network coverage.
Prerequisite
The engineering data, radio data, and MR data of the objects for analysis have been
imported into the NetMAX GSM server.
Context
This function counts the uplink and downlink sampling points in each section by the
specified granularity, including BSC, Site, Cell, Trx, and Define Group.
Steps
3. Select Network Analysis > Interference > 2-D UL/DL RxQual Grid. The 2D UL/DL
RxQual Grid window is displayed, see Figure 7-10.
Figure 7-10 2D UL/DL RxQual Grid Window
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The table in the left pane lists the objects having associated uplink and downlink data
based on selected objects. The information displayed contains BSCID, SiteID, and
CellID.
The table in the right pane displays the association analysis result of the NE selected
in the left table. The right table changes according to the selected NE in the left table.
4. To view the updated data after changing the settings of time ranges or objects, click
.
End of Steps
7.1.6 Viewing the Traffic Density Map

This procedure describes how to view the traffic density map, which indicates the traffic
density in different areas based on the MR raw data. The traffic density are rendered
in different colors in accordance with the preset section settings and colors. The traffic
density map reflects the actual situation of the network.
Steps
1. On the NetMAX GSM client, select Network Analysis > Dense Traffic Map. The
Dense Traffic Map window is displayed, see Figure 7-11. On the traffic density map,
areas with traffic density in different sections is highlighted in different colors.
Figure 7-11 Dense Traffic Map Window
2. (Optional) Perform the following operations to modify traffic density sections and
corresponding colors:
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a. On the client, select Tools > Options. The Options dialog box is displayed.
b. In the left navigation pane of the Options dialog box, select Set Section > Traffic
density. The traffic density section settings are displayed in the right pane, see
Figure 7-12.
Figure 7-12 Traffic density
c. Modify the traffic density sections and corresponding colors as required, and then
click OK. The traffic density map changes in accordance with the new settings.
End of Steps
7.2 Event Analysis

7.2.1 Performing Handover Analysis
This procedure describes how to perform in-depth analysis of handovers based on the
CDT data, including the analysis of ping-pong handovers, frequent handovers, consecutive
handovers, and call drops during handover.
Prerequisite
The related engineering data, radio data, handover data, and CDT data have been
imported into the NetMAX GSM server.
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Steps
1. On the NetMAX GSM client, select Troubleshooting > Handover from the menu bar.
The Handover window is displayed.
2. In the navigation pane, set the analysis objects and time range, and click . The
handover analysis result is displayed, see Figure 7-13.
Figure 7-13 Handover Analysis Results
1. Statistical results pane 2. Statistics analysis 3. Analysis results pane

chart
l The statistical results pane displays the statistics according to specified

conditions. The displayed data includes: number of handover failures, handover
success rate, number of call drops during handovers, number of consecutive
handover failures, number of frequent handovers, and number of ping-pong
handovers.
Double-click a record in the statistics pane, and the analysis result pane
shows the details.
Right-click a record in the statistics pane, and select Neighbor Cells
Analysis. The analysis result pane shows the neighbor cell details.
l The analysis result pane shows the details of a record selected in the statistics
pane. The details are the result of one of the following analyses:
handover failure analysis
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neighbor cell analysis for handover failure

path analysis of frequent handover
ping-pong handover neighbor cell analysis
The corresponding relationship between the statistical results pane and analysis
results pane is described in the following table.
Statistical Results Pane Analysis Results Pane
number of handover failures handover failure analysis
handover success rate (including number of handover failure neighbor analysis

call drops during handover and number of
consecutive handover failures)
number of frequent handovers path analysis for frequent handovers
ping-pong handover CDRs ping-pong handover neighbor cell analysis
l The statistical graph pane shows one of the following graphs:

Handover type graph, bars or curves
Failure reason graph, pies
Cell level graph, bars
To view the graph in full screen, double-click the graph. To close a full-screen
graph, double-click again.
3. (Optional) In the analysis result pane, right-click a record, for example, a record of
Frequent handovers, and select GIS. The analysis result is displayed on the map,
see Figure 7-14.
Figure 7-14 Map
The red numbers on the map indicate the number of handovers for the two cells.
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If a user right-click a record with the value 0, the GIS option in the shortcut menu is
dimmed and cannot be selected.
4. (Optional) Right-click a record in the statistical results pane or the analysis results
pane, and select Call Trace Details. The Voice Call CDR dialog box and Voice
Service windows are displayed, showing the call details of the record. See Figure
7-15.
Figure 7-15 Voice Call CDR and Voice Service Windows
Click a row in the Voice Call CDR window, and the Voice Service window shows
the corresponding call details, including five tabs: Basic information, Call Ending
information, BSC handover-out information, Intra-BSC handover information,
and Terminal capability.
For description of the call details, refer to "Chapter 9 Call Detail Records".
5. (Optional) Select Troubleshooting > Handover Failure Map. The Handover Failure
Map window is displayed, see Figure 7-16. The handover failure map displays
the distribution of handover failures and renders the failures in different colors in
accordance with the failure causes.
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Figure 7-16 Handover Failure Map
End of Steps
7.2.2 Performing Access Analysis

This function analyzes the CDT CS access data in such aspects as service type, network
coverage and related problems, and analyzes the suspicious repeated access and
suspicious false access.
Prerequisite
The related engineering data, radio data, and CDT data have been imported to the NetMAX
GSM server.
Steps
1. On the NetMAX GSM client, select Troubleshooting > Access from the menu bar.
The Access window is displayed.
2. In the navigation pane, set the analysis objects and time range, and click . The
access analysis results are displayed, see Figure 7-17.
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Figure 7-17 Access Analysis Results
1. Statistical results pane 2. Details chart 3. Details table
l The statistical results pane displays the statistics of indicators according to

specified conditions, including NEs, terminals, subscribers, and time ranges.
The statistical data includes:
Number of MOC accesses
Number of MOC access failures
Number of MTC accesses
Number of MTC access failures
Number LOC accesses
Number of LOC access failures
Number of EMC accesses
Number of EMC access failures
Number of overshooting accesses
Number of overshooting access failures
Number of low level accesses
Number of low level access failures
Number of suspicious false accesses
Number of suspicious false access failures
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Number of suspicious repeated accesses

l The details table shows the detailed coverage statistics of a row selected in the
statistical results pane. The displayed indicators include: count of over coverage
access, count of over coverage failures, count of weak RxLev access, count of
weak RxLev access failures, rate of high RxLev failures, and rate of unbalanced
links. The table shows the indicator statistics and possible handling suggestions.
l The details chart is based on the statistics of the row selected in the statistics
pane. The displayed chart can include one of the following information:
TA association analysis
RxLev association analysis
TA/RxLev association analysis
3. (Optional) Right-click a cell in the statistics pane or the details table, and select Display
details of access. Two Access windows are displayed, showing the corresponding
CDRs.
For descriptions of the information in the Access windows, refer to "Chapter 9 Call
Detail Records".
End of Steps
7.2.3 Performing Call Drop Analysis

This procedure describes how to perform in-depth analysis of CS call drops based on
CDT data from different aspects, such as service type, network coverage, and abnormal
call drops.
Prerequisite
The related engineering data, radio data, and CDT data have been imported into the
NetMAX GSM server.
Steps
1. On the NetMAX GSM client, select Troubleshooting > Call Drop from the menu bar.
The Call Drop window is displayed.
2. In the navigation pane, set the analysis objects and time range, and click . The call
drop analysis result is displayed, see Figure 7-18.
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Figure 7-18 Call Drop Window
l The upper statistical results pane displays the statistics according to specified
conditions. The displayed statistics include: number of call drops, call drop rate,
system fault, IMSI conflict, air interface fault, radio link timeout, and handover
failure.
l The lower analysis results pane displays the details of a record selected in the
statistical results pane.
3. (Optional) Right-click a cell with a non-zero value in the statistics pane or the details
table, and select Call Trace Details. The record details and corresponding CDRs are
displayed.
For descriptions of the detail information, refer to "Chapter 9 Call Detail Records".
4. (Optional) Right-click a cell with a non-zero value in the statistics pane or the details
table, and select GIS. The analysis result is displayed on the map. Figure 7-19 shows
the result of abnormal air interface analysis.
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Figure 7-19 Distribution of Air Interface Abnormalities
5. (Optional) Select Troubleshooting > Call Drop Map. The Call Drop Map window is
displayed, see Figure 7-20. The call drop map displays the locations where call drops
occur and indicates call drop causes in different colors.
Figure 7-20 Call Drop Map
End of Steps
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7.3 Analyzing Short Calls

The NetMAX GSM system supports the statistics of short calls during a time period based
on different granularities, such as AIU, TRX, terminal, PCM, or PCM timeslot. You can
analyze the statistical results to locate the causes of too short calls.
Prerequisite
The required CDT data is available on the NetMAX GSM server.
Steps
1. On the NetMAX GSM client, select Troubleshooting > Short Call from the menu bar.
The Short Call window is displayed.
2. In the left navigation pane, click on the Conditions tab, and then set a time period
for data statistics in the displayed dialog box.
3. Under the Project node on the Conditions tab, select a granularity (for example, AIU)
from the drop-down list next to Granularity, and then select the desired objects in the
object tree.
4. Click on the toolbar. The statistical results of short call records are displayed.
A call duration distribution map is displayed for the corresponding call record after a cell
in the table is clicked. The distribution map displays the numbers of different samples
in bar chart and displays the accumulated proportions in line chart, see Figure 7-21.
Figure 7-21 Short Call Record Statistics
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5. (Optional) Right-click any cell in a record row, and then select Display details from
the shortcut menu. A window is displayed, showing the details of the corresponding
call record.
End of Steps
7.4 Analyzing VIP and VAP Users

This procedure describes how to analyze VIP and VAP users.
Context
The following user analysis functions are available in the NetMAX GSM system:
l User Behavior Analysis: During user behavior analysis, the system analyzes the
distribution of user services (voice service, short message service, and location
update) in different periods. The service distribution differences in different periods
can help the operator to determine personalized charge discount for the users.
l User Measurement Analysis: During user measurement analysis, the system
analyzes the MR records during user calls and provides the statistical results of call
related indicators, such as average level, quality, and TA.
l User KPI Analysis: During user KPI analysis, the system analyzes the KPIs of VIP
users, such as assignment success ratio, handover success ratio, and call drop ratio.
l Abnormal Event and Ho Analysis: The system analyzes the detailed radio
environment data recorded in occurrence of access failures, assignment failures,
handovers, and call drops.
Prerequisite
The required CDT data is available on the NetMAX GSM server.
Steps
1. On the NetMAX GSM client, select User Analysis > VIP/VAP from the menu bar. The
VIP/VAP window is displayed.
2. In the left navigation pane, click on the Conditions tab, and then set a time period
for data statistics in the displayed dialog box.
3. Under the Remote Analysis node on the Conditions tab, click the cell next to
Analysis Mode, and then select an analysis mode (for example, Normal) from the
drop-down list. See Figure 7-22.
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Figure 7-22 VIP/VAP User Analysis WindowConditions Pane
Two analysis modes are available:
l Normal: In this mode, the system only analyzes the users corresponding to the
selected IMSIs.
l ATU Test: In this mode, the system only analyzes the calls between two IMSIs.
This mode is used to check whether call exceptions of a user are caused by the
peer user.
4. Under the User node on the Conditions tab, perform appropriate operations to select
the desired users.
To... Do...
Select all users Click User (ALL) in the Users or User_Group area.
Search for and select i. Enter the IMSI of the user to be analyzed in IMSI under User Find
specific users Condition, and then click Add. The IMSI is displayed under User
(IMSI) in the Users or User_Group area.
ii. Select the desired IMSIs under User (IMSI) in the Users or
User_Group area.
5. In the VIP/VAP User Analysis window, click on the toolbar. The analysis results
are displayed on four tabs, User Behavior Analysis, User Measurement Analysis,
User KPI Analysis, and Abnormal Event and Ho Analysis. Figure 7-23 shows the
User Behavior Analysis tab.
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Figure 7-23 VIP/VAP User Analysis Results
1. Main toolbar 3. Statistics table

2. Details chart 4. Details table
The main toolbar on the upper part of the VIP/VAP User Analysis window provides
three shortcut buttons. For a description of the buttons, refer to Table 7-3.
Table 7-3 Buttons on the Main Toolbar of the VIP/VAP User Analysis Window
Button Description
Queries the required data based on the preset conditions and

displays the statistical results in the window.
Exports all records on the current sheet when the statistical

results are displayed on multiple sheets.
Exports the records on all sheets when the statistical results are
displayed on multiple sheets.
Each tab contains a statistics table and a details table. The details chart is only
available on the User Behavior Analysis and User KPI Analysis tabs.
l The statistics table displays the statistical and analysis results of related indicators
based on the selected users, time period, and analysis mode.
l The details table displays the analysis results of a specific record after the record
row is selected in the statistics table.
l The details chart displays the statistical and analysis results corresponding to a
row in the statistics table or details table in chart format.
Table 7-4 describes the fields in the statistical results on each tab.
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Table 7-4 Fields in Statistics Table and Details Table on Different Tabs
Tab Table Fields
User Behavior Statistics table Time

Analysis IMSI
Periodic Location Update Num
Normal Location Update Num
Normal Location Update Num Per Hour
IMSI Attach Num
IMSI Attach Num Per Hour
Voice Call Num
MOC Num
MOC Call Duration (s)
MTC Num
MTC Call Duration (s)
SMS Num
MOC SMS Num
MTC SMS Num
Details table In addition to all fields in the statistics table, the details
table contains the fields Serving Cell and Serving Cell
Name.
User Statistics table Time

Measurement IMSI
Analysis Average Access DL Rxlev
Average Access UL Rxlev
Average DL Rxlev Before Call End
Average UL Rxlev Before Call End
Average DL RxQual Before Call End
Average UL Rxqual Before Call End
Average TA
Average BS Power Before Call End
Average MS Power Before Call End
DL Coverage Rate (%)
DL RQ (03) Rate Before Call End (%)
UL RQ (03) Rate Before Call End (%)
Name.
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Tab Table Fields
User KPI Analysis Statistics table Time

IMSI
Num of Access Failures (Serving Cell)
Access Success Rate of Serving Cell (%)
Num of Assignment Failures
Assignment Success Rate (%)
Num of Call Setup Failures
Call Setup Success Rate (%)
Num of Connect Failures
Connect Success Rate (%)
Num of Handover Failures
Handover Success Rate (%)
Num of Call Drops
Call Drop Rate (%)
Name.
Abnormal Event Statistics table Call Start Time

and Ho Analysis Call Type
Call Start Cell ID
Call Start Cell Name
Event Type
Event Time
Event Cell ID
Event Cell Name
Event TS Num
Event Frequency Hopping
Event Maio
Event Channel Type Failure Cause
Event DL Rxlev
Event UL RxLev
Event DL RQ
Event UL RQ
Event TA
Event BS Power
Event MS Power
Details table Time of Handover Required

Time of Handover Command
IMSI
Source Cell
Source Cell Name
Source Cell DL RXLEV
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Tab Table Fields
Source Cell UL RXLEV

Source Cell DL RQ
Source Cell UL RQ
Source Cell TA
Source Cell BS Power
Source Cell MS Power
Target Cell
Target Cell Name
Target Cell DL RXLEV
Handover Type
Handover Index
Handover Reason
Handover Result
RR Cause of Handover Failure
6. (Optional) Right-click a non-zero record in the statistics table or details table, and then
select Call Trace Details from the shortcut menu. The system displays the detailed
information and call details corresponding to the record.
7. (Optional) Right-click a non-zero record in the statistics table or details table, and then
select GIS from the shortcut menu. The system displays the record details on the
electronic map.
End of Steps
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Chapter 8
Intelligent Optimization
The NetMAX GSM system provides the following intelligent optimization functions:
l Manual neighbor cell optimization
l Antenna connection check
l Access parameters optimization
l Interference-based frequency analysis
l Automatic neighbor cell optimization
Table of Contents
Optimizing Neighbor Cells ..........................................................................................8-1
Antenna Connection Analysis.....................................................................................8-5
Optimizing Access Parameters.................................................................................8-10
Optimizing Frequencies............................................................................................8-11
Automatically Optimizing Neighbor Cells ..................................................................8-13
Optimizing Power Control Parameters......................................................................8-21
8.1 Optimizing Neighbor Cells

The NetMAX GSM system analyzes the neighbor cell relations in accordance with the
distribution of level differences between a serving cell and its neighbor cells and generates
a neighbor cell relation table. By comparing the data in the neighbor cell relation table with
the neighbor cell data in the actual network, the system provides a list of recommended
neighbor cells to be added or deleted.
In addition, the system provides an intuitive view of the neighbor cell relations on the
electronic map, including the existing neighbor cells, neighbor cells to be deleted, and
neighbor cells to be added.
Prerequisite
l The engineering data and radio data have been imported into the NetMAX GSM
server.
l The MRCI (MR C/I) data and handover data during BA scheduling have been imported
into the NetMAX GSM server.
Context
A BCCH Allocation (BA) list in the GSM system contains the BCCH frequencies of all
neighbor cells configured in a cell. In the actual network, a Mobile Station (MS) only
needs to detect neighbor cell frequencies. However, the information of all frequencies
in the network is required for MR frequency rearrangement. In this case, a BA scheduling
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procedure is required for configuring the other allowable BCCH frequencies in the network
to enable the MS to detect and report all frequencies in real time.
Steps
1. On the NetMAX GSM client, select Parameter Optimization > Manual Neighbor
Cells Optimization from the menu bar. The Neighbor Cells Optimization window is
displayed.
2. Click . The system obtains the data required for neighbor cell optimization after
analyzing the MRCI and handover data in the entire network, and stores the data in
the database. The data is not displayed on the NetMAX GSM client. It is not necessary
to obtain the data again when the MRCI and handover data in the network does not
change.
3. Select the target cells on the left Conditions tab.
Note:
The neighbor cell optimization is performed by cell.
4. Click . The selected cells are displayed in the upper serving cell pane and the
neighbor cell optimization results are displayed in the lower optimization result pane,
see Figure 8-1.
Figure 8-1 Neighbor Cell Optimization Results
1. Serving cell pane 2. Optimization result

pane
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Chapter 8 Intelligent Optimization
The selected cells in the optimization result pane are neighbor cells to be deleted
or added. The neighbor cell optimization data includes the serving cell information,
neighbor cell information, and relationship information between the serving cell and
each neighbor cell.
l Serving cell information: BSCID, SiteID, CellID, LAC, CI, and CellName.
l Neighbor cell information: NBSCID, NSiteID, NCellID, NLAC, NCI, and
NCellName.
l Relationship between the serving cell and neighbor cells: Relate (Correlation),
Interference, SortNum (Rank by correlation), SN (count of handover samples),
and Operate (optimization recommendation)
The available optimization recommendations include: Add bidirectionally (add
neighbor cells in both directions), Add unilaterally (add neighbor cells in one
direction), and Delete (delete neighbor cells).
5. (Optional) To display the neighbor cell optimization results for specific cells, select the
check boxes corresponding to these cells in the upper serving cell pane, and then click
.
6. (Optional) To display the neighbor cell distribution of a cell on the map, click the cell
(serving cell) in the upper serving cell pane. After the cell is highlighted, click on
the toolbar. The neighbor cell distribution map is displayed, see Figure 8-2.
The distribution map displays the serving cell, exiting neighbor cells, neighbor cells to
be added, and neighbor cells to be deleted.
Figure 8-2 Neighbor Cell Distribution
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7. (Optional) To display the relationship between a serving cell and a neighbor cell on the
map, click the corresponding row in the lower optimization result pane, and then click
.
8. (Optional) To display the neighbor cell correlation chart, right-click a serving cell in
the upper serving cell pane, and select Display Correlation Chart from the shortcut
menu. The Neighbor Cell Correlation Chart dialog box is displayed, see Figure 8-3.
The bar chart shows the correlations between the serving cell and all related cells,
including the existing neighbor cells, neighbor cells to be added and deleted, and
non-neighbor cells.
You can view the neighbor cell correlation of another serving cell on the map by
selecting another cell on the upper toolbar in the Neighbor Cell Correlation Chart
window.
Figure 8-3 Neighbor Cell Correlation Chart
9. In the Neighbor Cell Optimization window, verify the neighbor cell optimization data
in the lower optimization result pane, and then click or . The neighbor cell relation
data is exported to a local file. This file can be sent to the EMS for neighbor cell
optimization.
End of Steps
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8.2 Antenna Connection Analysis

8.2.1 Analyzing Crossed BCCH Antennas
During the analysis of crossed BCCH antennas, the NetMAX GSM system detects
improper cell correlations by analyzing the distribution of level differences between
serving cells and neighbor cells, and provides the information of problem cells and
suspicious cells with crossed BCCH antennas.
Prerequisite
NetMAX GSM server.
Context
The following provides the definitions of problem cell and suspicious cell in the analysis of
crossed BCCH antennas:
Suppose there are three cells, cell A, cell B, and cell C. Cell B is a relevant cell of cell
A. Cell C is a cell using the same frequency band in the same base station as cell A. If
the correlation value (CO1) between cell A and cell B is less than the correlation value
(CO2) between cell C and cell B and the correlation difference is greater than or equal
to the threshold, the system determines cell A as a problem cell, determines cell C as a
suspicious cell whose antennas are crossed, and determines cell B as an abnormal cell.
The system displays problem cells and suspicious cells in pairs.
Before analyzing crossed BCCH antennas, you can perform the following operations to
set the correlation difference threshold:
1. On the NetMAX GSM client, select Tools > Options from the menu bar. The Options
2. Click BCCH Antenna Crossed in the left pane, and then enter a number in the right
pane. See Figure 8-4.
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Figure 8-4 Options
Steps
1. On the NetMAX GSM client, select Troubleshooting > Cross Feeder Check >
BCCH Antenna Crossed from the menu bar. The BCCH Antenna Crossed window
is displayed.
2. Click on the Conditions tab, and then set a time range in the displayed dialog box.
3. Under the NE node on the Conditions tab, select a granularity and the desired cell.
4. Click in the BCCH Antenna Crossed Check window. The check results are
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Figure 8-5 BCCH Antenna Check Results
1. Table 1 2. Table 2
Table 1 provides the IDs of all problem cells and suspicious antenna-crossed cells,
and the count of abnormal related cells. After a cell is clicked in Table 1, the details of
the corresponding abnormal cells are displayed in Table 2.
5. (Optional) Click . The problem cells, suspicious cells, and abnormal cells are
highlighted in different colors on the map, see Figure 8-6.
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Figure 8-6 Check Results of Crossed BCCH Antennas on the Map
6. (Optional) Click . The distances between problem cells and abnormal cells are
displayed on the map.
End of Steps
8.2.2 Analyzing TCH Antenna Connections

The NetMAX GSM system detects loosen or crossed TCH antennas by analyzing CDT
data, and provides the information of the TCH antennas in the analysis results.
Prerequisite
NetMAX GSM server.
Steps
1. On the NetMAX GSM client, select Troubleshooting > Cross Feeder Check >
TCH Antenna Crossed from the menu bar. The TCH Antenna Crossed window is
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Figure 8-7 TCH Antenna Crossed Window
1. Table 1 3. Level difference

2. Table 2 distribution map
l Table 1 lists the number of sudden level drops and average level drop of the
corresponding subscriber (IMSI). You can right-click any cell in the table and select
Call Trace Details from the shortcut menu to view the corresponding call details.
l Table 2 lists the carriers related to the loosen or crossed TCH antennas. The
Analysis Result column displays the problem cause of a carrier. You can
right-click the CELLID or TRXID column and select Call Trace Details from the
shortcut menu to view the corresponding call details.
l The level difference distribution map displays the number of handover level
differences in a specific range.
2. Click on the Conditions tab, and then set a time period in the displayed dialog box.
and then select the desired cell.
4. In the TCH Antenna Crossed Analysis window, click . The information of crossed
or loosen TCH antennas in the cell is displayed.
5. (Optional) Right-click any cell in table 1 or any cell in the CELLID or TRXID column
in table 2 , and then select Call Trace Details from the shortcut menu. The
corresponding call trace details are displayed.
End of Steps
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8.3 Optimizing Access Parameters

During the access parameters optimization, the NetMAX GSM system analyzes access
successes in each cell and detects the maximum values of TA and level. By setting the
corresponding parameters to the maximum values, the system enables the cell to prevent
access failures caused by noises in the cell and improve the access success ratio.
In addition, the system compares the maximum access level and allowable TA with the
recommended values for each cell. By analyzing the comparison results for access
parameters optimization.
Prerequisite
CDT data in a period of continuous 24 hours or longer is available on the NetMAX GSM
server.
Steps
1. On the NetMAX GSM client, select Parameter Optimization > Access Parameter
Intelligent Optimization from the menu bar. The Access Parameter Intelligent
Optimization window is displayed.
2. Click on the Conditions tab, and set End of the system to a period of two days
or longer in the displayed dialog box.
3. Under the NE node on the Conditions tab, select a granularity and the desired objects.
4. In the Access Parameter Intelligent Optimization window, click . The minimum
access levels and allowable TAs in the selected cells are displayed, see Figure 8-8.
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Figure 8-8 Access Parameter Intelligent Optimization Window
The access information of each cell is displayed, including BSC ID, Site ID, cell ID, cell
name, minimum access level, allowable TA, recommended minimum access level, and
the recommended allowable TA.
End of Steps
8.4 Optimizing Frequencies

The NetMAX GSM system can analyze the interference on each frequency in a cell based
on the configured BCCH frequency and TCH frequency, and provide a recommended
frequency for each TRX.
Prerequisite
NetMAX GSM server.
Steps
1. On the NetMAX GSM client, perform either of the following operations:
l Select Parameter Optimization > Cell Frequency Optimization from the menu
bar.
l Select Network Analysis > Interference > C/I Analysis from the menu bar, and
then select Frequency Intelligent Optimization in the displayed dialog box.
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The Cell Frequency Optimization window is displayed.

2. Click on the left Conditions tab, and then set a time period in the displayed dialog
box.
3. Under the NE node on the Conditions tab, select a granularity and the desired objects.
4. In the Cell Frequency Optimization window, enter the available frequencies under
BCCH available Frequencies and TCH available Frequencies.
BCCH frequencies and TCH frequencies must be different. Comma-separated
frequency ranges and/or frequencies can be entered, for example, 1~20,25,28,50~60.
5. Click . The optimization information is displayed, see Figure 8-9.
Figure 8-9 Frequency Intelligent Optimization
1. Frequency setting 3. Table 2 5. Table 3

area 4. Frequency analysis
2. Table 1 chart
The following describes the available optimization information in the Frequency

Intelligent Optimization window:
l In the frequency setting area, you can set the available BCCH and TCH
frequencies for optimization.
The frequencies in Total are valid
The frequencies in This are only valid for the TRX selected in the data
statistics area.
The frequencies in This must be a subset of the frequencies in Total.
l Table 1 lists the TRXs whose frequencies need to be adjusted, the current
frequencies, whether the used frequencies are BCCH frequencies, and the
interference values.
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l Table 2 displays the calculated interference value for each frequency and the gain
when the frequency is used.
The frequencies in green font are recommended frequencies.
The frequencies in blue font are frequencies in use.
The frequencies in red font are forbidden frequencies.
The frequencies in orange font are forbidden frequencies in use.
l After a frequency is selected in table 2, table 3 displays top 15 interference
sources that cause the maximum interferences on the frequency.
l The frequency analysis chart displays the interference values corresponding to
all frequencies in table 2. In this chart, the horizontal axis indicates frequencies,
and the vertical axis indicates interference values (costs).
6. (Optional) Click on the toolbar above table 3. The GIS information of the
interference sources are displayed on the electronic map.
7. Select the frequencies to be used in table 2, and then click . The frequency
adjustment is saved.
Note:
If you do not exit the NetMAX GSM software, the frequency adjustment is still valid
after you use the frequency optimization function again. The frequency adjustment
information will be lost after you exit the software.
8. (Optional) Click on the toolbar above table 2. The frequency optimization

information is exported to the local client. The exported frequency data can be sent
to the EMS for frequency optimization.
End of Steps
8.5 Automatically Optimizing Neighbor Cells

In the NetMAX GSM system, you can create a task for automatic neighbor cell optimization.
When executing the automatic neighbor cell optimization task, the system periodically
collects radio data and performance data from the EMS and provides the optimization
recommendations based on the neighbor cell optimization algorithm. In addition, the
system supports automatic and manual submission of the optimization request to the
EMS, and allows you to view historical tasks and export historical optimization reports.
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Note:
The system can execute only one Automatic Neighbor Cells Optimization task at a time.
Prerequisite
l The engineering data has been imported into the NetMAX GSM server.
l You have configured the EMS to periodically export the radio data and performance
data files of all NEs.
l You have configured a policy for periodically generating KPI data.
Note:
For how to perform EMS related configurations, refer to the NetNumen U31 R18 Unified
Element Management System Performance Management Operation Guide.
Context
The following describes the concepts in automatic neighbor cell optimization:
l BA scheduling: Refer to "8.1 Optimizing Neighbor Cells".
l List of neighbor cells to be deleted: The NetMAX server generates this list after
analyzing the radio data and performance data in the network. The list provides
the neighbor cell relations that can be deleted. The system deletes the neighbor
cell relations in accordance with this list before the BA scheduling. After the BA
scheduling is completed, the original neighbor cell relations are restored.
l Neighbor cell optimization list: The NetMAX server uses the optimization algorithm
to generate the neighbor cell optimization list based on the radio data, performance
data, and MRCI data in the network. This list provides the neighbor cell relations that
can be optimized.
l Neighbor cell relation list for rollback: The NetMAX server verifies the neighbor cell
optimization effect and generates a neighbor cell relation list for rollback. If the network
performance degrades after the automatic neighbor cell optimization, this list can be
used to restore the original neighbor cell relations.
Steps
1. On the NetMAX GSM client, click on the left Conditions tab, and then set one or
more time periods in the displayed dialog box.
2. Under the NE node on the Conditions tab, select a granularity, and then select the
desired objects.
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3. Select Parameter Optimization > Automatic Neighbor Cells Optimization from the
menu bar. The Automatic Neighbor Cells Optimization window is displayed, see
Figure 8-10.
Figure 8-10 Automatic Neighbor Cells Optimization Window
1. Task procedure 3. Task objects 5. Execution details

2. Step progress 4. Task details
l The task procedure pane displays the procedure of the automatic neighbor cell
optimization task being executed. The step highlighted in yellow is the step being
performed. For a description of the task procedure, refer to Table 8-2.
l The step progress pane displays the progress of a selected step in the task
procedure pane. The step progress is automatically refreshed.
l The task objects pane lists all objects involved in the current task.
l The execution details pane displays the execution status of the task, which is
automatically refreshed with the task progress.
l The task details pane displays the policy information of the task.
4. Click NewTask. When a message is displayed, click OK. The Task Information
window is displayed, see Figure 8-11.
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Figure 8-11 Task Information Window
For a description of the task parameters, refer to Table 8-1.
Table 8-1 Automatic Neighbor Cells Optimization Task Parameter Descriptions
Name Task name.
Memo Task description.
mail to E-mail address for receiving the neighbor cell optimization results
and rollback results.
Attachment l If this check box is selected, the system will send an E-mail
attached with the result files.
l If this check box is not selected, the system will only send a
notification E-mail without the result files.
BA Scheduling If this check box is selected, the system completes the BA

scheduling before executing the task.
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The Max of BA scheduling Maximum number of BA scheduling times.

round
Manual Review Determines whether manual verification is required on the list of

neighbor cells to be deleted after the BA scheduling.
If this check box is selected, the neighbor cell list is sent to the
EMS only after being manually verified. If this check box is not
selected, the system sends the list to the EMS directly.
step length of each round BA scheduling step.

(min)
Trigger Mode Mode for triggering the task. Two modes are available:
l Instant Start: The task is executed instantly after it is created.
l Time Start: The task is executed when the preset time in
Appoint is reached.
Execution Mode Execution mode of the task. Two modes are available:
l Only once: The task is executed only once.
l Repeat: The task is executed at a regular interval that is set
in Interval.
Commit Mode Determines whether manual verification is required on the

neighbor cell optimization list.
l Auto: The system sends the optimization list to the EMS
automatically without manual verification.
l Manual: The maintenance personnel verifies the optimization
list and then sends the request to the EMS manually.
Rollback Mode Determines whether manual verification is required on the

neighbor cell relation list for rollback.
l Auto: The system sends the list for rollback to the EMS
automatically.
l Manual: The maintenance personnel verifies the list for
rollback and then sends the list to the EMS manually.
l No Rollback: The neighbor cell relation rollback is not
allowed.
Before BA scheduling Performance data collection duration before the BA scheduling.
After BA scheduling Performance data collection duration after the BA scheduling.
5. Set the required task parameters, and then click OK. The system creates the automatic
neighbor cell optimization task, and starts the task instantly or at the preset time.
The task is executed even if you exit the NetMAX GSM software. The system will
complete the task unless the task fails or is cancelled. You can click Cancel Task to
cancel the task at any time during the execution.
For a description of all possible steps in the task procedure, refer to Table 8-2.
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Table 8-2 Task Procedure Descriptions
Step Description
DownLoad PA KPI&Counter Data The NetMAX periodically collects the values of performance
indicators and counters from the EMS.
The collection period depends on the value of Before BA
scheduling.
Calculate Neighbor Cell Relation The NetMAX generates a list of neighbor cells to be
deleted.
This step is performed only when the BA Scheduling
check box is selected.
Check Neighbor Cell Relation The maintenance personnel verifies the list of neighbor
cells to be deleted and sends the list to the EMS.
This step is performed only when the BA Scheduling and
the Manual Review check boxes are selected.
EMS Execute Cell Relation The EMS sends the list of neighbor cells to be deleted to
related NEs.
Import Radio Data & Open MR The NetMAX periodically collects radio data from the EMS.
The EMS enables the NEs to collect MR data.
EMS Execute BA The EMS performs the BA scheduling based on the list of
neighbor cells to be deleted.
MRCI Data Collecting The NetMAX periodically collects MRCI data from the NDS.
EMS Execute Resume Neighbor The EMS restores the original neighbor cell relations after
Cell the BA scheduling is completed.
EMS Execute Close MR The EMS disables the NEs from collecting MR data.
Run NB Optimized The NetMAX generates a neighbor cell optimization list

based on the optimization algorithm.
Waiting for Verify The maintenance personnel verifies the neighbor cell
optimization list and then sends the request to the EMS.
The manual verification is required only when the Commit
Mode is Manual. Or else, the NetMAX automatically send
the optimization list to the EMS.
EMS Execute The EMS optimizes neighbor cell relations for the NEs.
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Step Description
DownLoad PA KPI Data The NetMAX collects performance indicators after the
neighbor cell optimization.
The collection period depends on the value of After BA
scheduling.
Effective The NetMAX verifies the optimization effect and generates

a neighbor cell relation list for rollback. The maintenance
personnel determines whether a rollback is required
depending on the optimization results.
Waiting RollBack Verify The maintenance personnel verifies the neighbor cell
relation list for rollback and then sends the list to the EMS.
The manual verification is required only when the Rollback
Mode is Manual. Or else, the NetMAX automatically send
the list to the EMS.
RollBack The EMS starts the neighbor cell relation rollback.
6. (Optional) To manually verify the data generated during task execution, perform the
following steps:
Note:
The Verify and Send to EMS buttons are activated only when the system is performing
the step Check Neighbor Cell Relation, Waiting for Verify, or Waiting Rollback
Verify.
a. Click the Verify button in the Automatic Neighbor Cells Optimization window.
The optimization objects that are selected under the NE node on the Conditions
tab are displayed in the verification dialog box, see Figure 8-12.
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Figure 8-12 Verification Dialog Box
b. Select the BSCs in the BSC List, and then click Download. The neighbor cell
optimization data or the neighbor cell relation data for rollback corresponding to
the selected BSCs are downloaded to an XLS file on the local client.
c. Review and revise the data in the XLS file, and then click Upload to upload the
verified data file to the server. The color of BSCs whose data has been verified
changes to black.
7. After the data verification, click Send to EMS.
If... Then...
The data of one or multiple BSCs A message is displayed, indicating the BSCs whose data
has not been verified has not been verified. You can:
l Click OK. The system sends all the data to the EMS.
l Click Cancel. The system does not sent the data to
the EMS. You can verify the data for the BSCs.
The data of all BSCs in the task The system sends all the data to the EMS.
has been verified
8. (Optional) To query historical Automatic Neighbor Cells Optimization tasks on the

NetMAX GSM server, perform the following steps:
a. In the Automatic Neighbor Cells Optimization window, click the History Tasks
tab.
b. Set a time period for task query by selecting a start time and end time from the
Begin Time and End Time lists, and then click . The information of historical
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tasks is displayed on the History Tasks tab, including task status, description,
task parameters, and related NE information.
c. (Optional) Manage the queried historical tasks as required:
To... Do...
Delete a historical task Click .
Export the optimization report of Click .

a historical task
End of Steps
8.6 Optimizing Power Control Parameters

This procedure describes how to obtain adjustment suggestions for automatic power
control parameters optimization in uplink and downlink.
Prerequisite
MR data in continuous three hours is available on the NetMAX GSM server.
Steps
1. On the NetMAX GSM client, select Parameter Optimization > Power Control
Parameter Intelligent Optimization. The Power Control Parameter Intelligent
Optimization window is displayed.
2. In the left navigation pane, click on the Conditions tab, , and then set a time range
in the displayed dialog box.
3. Under the NE node on the Conditions tab, select an object granularity and the desired
objects (for example, specific cells).
4. Click on the toolbar. The suggested parameter values are displayed, see Figure
8-13.
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Figure 8-13 Power Control Parameters Optimization Suggestions
In the upper pane of the window, a table provides the optimization information for each
cell, including the BSC ID, site ID, cell ID, cell name, original downlink upper threshold,
original downlink lower threshold, original uplink upper threshold, original uplink lower
threshold, suggested downlink upper threshold, suggested downlink lower threshold,
suggested uplink upper threshold, and the suggested uplink lower threshold. The
information in a row is highlighted in red once a suggested value is different from the
corresponding original value.
In the lower pane of the window, the downlink/uplink analysis chart on the
Downlink/Uplink tab indicates current thresholds in blue, suggested upper thresholds
in green, and suggested lower thresholds in red.
The toolbar buttons above the analysis chart can be used to modify the suggested
thresholds. For a description of these buttons, refer to Table 8-3.
Table 8-3 Toolbar Buttons for Modifying Recommended Thresholds
Button Description
Click the up arrow or down arrow, or drag the red line or green line on the
analysis chart to modify a suggested value. The value in the Suggestion
spin box changes accordingly.
Click the buttons next to Current to restore the original values.
If this button is clicked after the suggested values are modified, the
NetMAX GSM system recalculates the suggested values, and restore
the suggested values.
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5. (Optional) Click to export the optimization suggestions as a batch script.
Note:
The optimization results can be exported only when the results contain adjustment
suggestions.
End of Steps
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Chapter 9
Call Detail Records
The NetMAX GSM system can display various detail records for different services,
including:
l Voice call details
l Short message details
l PS call details
l Location update information
l Access detail records
l Incoming handover failure details
This procedure describes how to view different detail records in the system.
Voice Call Details

1. In the navigation pane, set filter conditions, including time periods, NEs, subscribers,
and terminals.
2. Select Call Detail > Voice Call from the menu bar. The Voice Call and Voice Service
windows are displayed, see Figure 9-1and Figure 9-2.
Figure 9-1 Voice Call Window
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Figure 9-2 Voice Service Window
l The Voice Call window displays the calling number, called number, call trace type,
access type, event, event related cell, and CDR ID of each call.
l The Voice Service window displays the details of the call record that is selected
in the Voice Call window. The Voice Service window contains five tabs, on which
different information is displayed.
Tab Description
Basic information This tab displays the basic information, paging information,
access information, TCH assignment information, incoming
handover information, call ending information, and handover
process of the call.
Call Ending information This tab displays the details of the last seven MRs before the
call ends.
BSC handover-out This tab displays the information of outgoing handover

information during the call, including the source cell, target cell, and the
information of the last seven MRs before handover.
Intra-BSC handover This tab displays the information of intra-BSC handover

information during the call, including the source cell, target cell, and the
information of the last seven MRs before handover and the
MR after handover.
Terminal capability This tab displays the terminal capability of the callee for an
MTC record or the terminal capability of the caller for an MOC
record.
3. In the Voice Call window, click on the toolbar. The Map window is displayed, see
Figure 9-3. The electronic map shows the details of a selected record.
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Chapter 9 Call Detail Records
Figure 9-3 Map Window
In the Map window, the voice call details are displayed on the electronic map. You can
click an icon on the map to view the time of the corresponding call record, or suspend
the cursor on an icon for a while to view the call details in a callout. The call details
include the MR type, time, TA, uplink level, downlink level, uplink quality, downlink
quality, number of neighbor cells, and the neighbor cell information.
Short Message Details

and terminals.
2. Select Call Detail > Short Message from the menu bar. The SMS window and Short
Message window are displayed, see Figure 9-4.
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Figure 9-4 SMS and Short Message Windows
l The SMS window displays the calling number, called number, call trace type,
access type, event, event related cell, and the CDR ID for each short message.
l The Short Message window displays the details of the short message selected
in the SMS window.
3. In the SMS window, click on the toolbar. The short message details are displayed
on the electronic map.
Location Update Details

and terminals.
2. Select Call Detail > Location Update from the menu bar. The Location Update
Information window and Location Update window are displayed, see Figure 9-5.
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Figure 9-5 Location Update Information and Location Update Windows
l The Location Update Information window displays the calling number, called
number, call trace type, access type, event, event related cell, and the CDR ID
related to each location update.
l The Location Update window displays the details of the record selected in the
Location Update Information window.
3. In the Location Update Information window, click on the toolbar. The details of
location updates are displayed on the electronic map.
PS Call Details
and terminals.
2. Select Call Detail > PS from the menu bar. The PS window is displayed, see Figure
9-6.
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Figure 9-6 PS and PS Service Window
The PS window displays the calling number, called number, IMSI, start time, end time,
call trace type, access type, event, event related cell, and the CDR ID of each PS call.
Access Failure Details

and terminals.
2. Select Call Detail > Access Failure. Two Access Failure windows are displayed,
see Figure 6-8.
l The upper Access Failure window displays the calling number, called number,
call trace type, access type, event, event related cell, and the CDR ID related to
each access failure.
l The lower Access Failure window displays the access details of the record
selected in the upper Access Failure window.
3. In the upper Access Failure window, click on the toolbar. The details of access
failures are displayed on the electronic map.
Incoming Handover Failure Details

and terminals.
2. Select Call Detail > Incoming Handover Failure from the menu bar. Two Incoming
Handover Failure windows are displayed, see Figure 9-7.
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Figure 9-7 Incoming Handover Failure Windows
l The upper Incoming Handover Failure window displays the calling number,
called number, call trace type, access type, event, event related cell, and the
CDR ID related to each incoming handover failure.
l The lower Incoming Handover Failure window displays the details of the se-
lected incoming handover failure in the upper Incoming Handover Failure win-
dow.
3. In the upper Incoming Handover Failure window, click on the toolbar. The details
of incoming handover failures are displayed on the electronic map.
9-7

9-8

Figures
Figure 1-1 NetMAX GSM System Architecture.......................................................... 1-1
Figure 2-1 Choosing the Module ............................................................................... 2-6
Figure 2-2 Login Dialog Box...................................................................................... 2-6
Figure 2-3 RxLev Statistics Window.......................................................................... 2-7
Figure 3-1 Server License Apply Dialog Box ............................................................. 3-2
Figure 3-2 Server License Upgrade Dialog Box ........................................................ 3-3
Figure 3-3 License Info Dialog Box ........................................................................... 3-4
Figure 3-4 Relations Between Operations of Different Levels.................................... 3-5
Figure 3-5 Operator Management Window ............................................................... 3-6
Figure 3-6 Operation Log Query Window .................................................................. 3-9
Figure 3-7 Operation Log Query Results................................................................. 3-10
Figure 4-1 Connection Configuration Dialog Box....................................................... 4-4
Figure 4-2 Add Connection Info Dialog Box .............................................................. 4-4
Figure 4-3 Add Connection Info Dialog Box .............................................................. 4-5
Figure 4-4 Add Engineering Data Server Dialog Box................................................. 4-6
Figure 4-5 Import Engineering Data For GSM Dialog Box ......................................... 4-8
Figure 4-6 Loaded Engineering Data ...................................................................... 4-10
Figure 4-7 Task Management WindowTask Setting Tab....................................... 4-11
Figure 4-8 Import Performance Data Dialog Box ..................................................... 4-12
Figure 4-9 Loaded Performance Data ..................................................................... 4-13
Figure 4-10 Task Management WindowTask Setting Tab ..................................... 4-15
Figure 4-11 Import Radio Data From EMS Dialog Box ........................................... 4-16
Figure 4-12 Task Management WindowGSM Radio Data Auto ImportTask
Setting Tab............................................................................................ 4-17
Figure 4-13 Import MR/CDT/MRCI Data From Local Dialog Box ............................. 4-18
Figure 4-14 Import MR/CDT Data From NDS Dialog BoxGeneral Settings
Tab ....................................................................................................... 4-20
Figure 4-15 Import MR/CDT Data From NDS Dialog BoxAdvanced Settings
Tab ....................................................................................................... 4-21
Figure 4-16 Auto Policy Settings Dialog BoxGeneral Settings Tab ....................... 4-22
Figure 4-17 Auto Policy Settings Dialog BoxAdvanced Settings Tab.................... 4-23
Figure 4-18 Task Management WindowGSM MR/CDT Data Auto
DownloadTask Setting Tab ................................................................ 4-24


Figure 4-20 Delete Engineering Data Dialog Box .................................................... 4-26
Figure 4-21 Delete MR/CDT Data Dialog Box ......................................................... 4-27
Figure 4-22 Add Time Range (Time Granularity: Day) ............................................ 4-28
Figure 4-23 Add Time Range Dialog Box (Time Granularity: Week) ........................ 4-29
Figure 4-24 Auto Policy Settings Dialog BoxSet auto MR/CDT delete
policy .................................................................................................... 4-30
Figure 4-25 Task Management WindowGSM MR/CDT Data Auto DeleteTask
Setting Tab............................................................................................ 4-30
Figure 4-27 Task Management Window .................................................................. 4-32
Figure 4-28 Current Task Tab.................................................................................. 4-34
Figure 4-29 Historical Task Tab ............................................................................... 4-35
Figure 4-30 Abnormal Task Tab .............................................................................. 4-36
Figure 4-31 Task Setting Tab .................................................................................. 4-37
Figure 4-32 Data Information Window..................................................................... 4-38
Figure 4-33 Selecting Data Types ........................................................................... 4-39
Figure 4-34 Query Result........................................................................................ 4-39
Figure 4-35 Detailed Query Information .................................................................. 4-40
Figure 5-1 RxLev Statistics WindowDistribution Tab .............................................. 5-2
Figure 5-2 General Options Dialog Box..................................................................... 5-3
Figure 5-3 Editing Chart Dialog Box .......................................................................... 5-4
Figure 5-4 RxLev statistics WindowTendency Tab ................................................. 5-5
Figure 5-5 Options Dialog Box .................................................................................. 5-6
Figure 5-6 RxLev Sections........................................................................................ 5-7
Figure 5-7 Automatic Section SettingStep Size ..................................................... 5-8
Figure 5-8 Automatic Section SettingEnd At .......................................................... 5-8
Figure 5-9 Set time Dialog BoxRelative Time, Hour Granularity ............................. 5-9
Figure 5-10 Set time Dialog BoxRelative Time, Day Granularity .......................... 5-10
Figure 5-11 Add Hour Granularity Dialog Box.......................................................... 5-11
Figure 5-12 Set Time Dialog BoxAbsolute Time................................................... 5-11
Figure 5-13 Add Time Range Dialog BoxDiscrete Time ....................................... 5-12
Figure 5-14 Add Time Range Dialog BoxConsecutive Time................................. 5-12
Figure 5-15 Conditions Pane .................................................................................. 5-13
Figure 5-16 Selecting Objects ................................................................................. 5-14
Figure 5-17 User Defined Group ............................................................................. 5-14
II

Figures
Figure 5-18 Terminal Node...................................................................................... 5-15

Figure 5-19 User Tree............................................................................................. 5-16
Figure 5-20 Electronic Map ..................................................................................... 5-18
Figure 5-21 Down Coverage Map Window.............................................................. 5-19
Figure 5-22 Toolbar1............................................................................................... 5-19
Figure 5-23 Layer Control Dialog Box ..................................................................... 5-20
Figure 5-24 Toolbar 3.............................................................................................. 5-21
Figure 5-25 Find Site Dialog Box ............................................................................ 5-22
Figure 5-26 GIS Option Dialog BoxGSM Tab....................................................... 5-23
Figure 5-27 GIS Option Dialog BoxGrid Tab ........................................................ 5-23
Figure 5-28 Toolbar 4.............................................................................................. 5-24
Figure 5-29 Toolbar 5.............................................................................................. 5-24
Figure 5-30 Legend Tab.......................................................................................... 5-25
Figure 5-31 Property Tab ........................................................................................ 5-25
Figure 5-32 BSCID ................................................................................................. 5-26
Figure 6-1 RxLevRxQual associated analysis Window............................................ 6-6
Figure 6-2 RxLevRxQual 3D Aanalysis Window...................................................... 6-8
Figure 6-3 Network Interference Statistics Window ................................................. 6-10
Figure 6-4 Network interference statistics WindowTendency Tab ......................... 6-11
Figure 6-5 Network Frequency Evaluation Window ................................................. 6-13
Figure 6-6 Frequency Evaluation Results................................................................ 6-14
Figure 6-7 KPI Window ........................................................................................... 6-15
Figure 6-8 Access Failure Window.......................................................................... 6-16
Figure 6-9 QoE Evaluation Window ........................................................................ 6-18
Figure 7-1 UL and DL Imbalance Cell Window.......................................................... 7-5
Figure 7-2 UL and DL Imbalance Cell Map Window .................................................. 7-6
Figure 7-3 Down Coverage Map Window.................................................................. 7-7
Figure 7-4 Cell EvaluationBad C/I Cell Window ..................................................... 7-8
Figure 7-5 Cell EvaluationBad CIR Cell Window.................................................... 7-9
Figure 7-6 Cell EvaluationBad CIR Cell Window with Connection Lines ................ 7-9
Figure 7-7 C/I Analysis Window .............................................................................. 7-11
Figure 7-8 C/I Analysis WindowGIS Map............................................................. 7-12
Figure 7-9 C/I Analysis Window with Connection Lines ........................................... 7-12
Figure 7-10 2D UL/DL RxQual Grid Window ........................................................... 7-13
Figure 7-11 Dense Traffic Map Window................................................................... 7-14
III

Figure 7-12 Traffic density....................................................................................... 7-15

Figure 7-13 Handover Analysis Results .................................................................. 7-16
Figure 7-14 Map ..................................................................................................... 7-17
Figure 7-15 Voice Call CDR and Voice Service Windows........................................ 7-18
Figure 7-16 Handover Failure Map ......................................................................... 7-19
Figure 7-17 Access Analysis Results ...................................................................... 7-20
Figure 7-18 Call Drop Window ................................................................................ 7-22
Figure 7-19 Distribution of Air Interface Abnormalities............................................. 7-23
Figure 7-20 Call Drop Map...................................................................................... 7-23
Figure 7-21 Short Call Record Statistics.................................................................. 7-24
Figure 7-22 VIP/VAP User Analysis WindowConditions Pane.............................. 7-26
Figure 7-23 VIP/VAP User Analysis Results............................................................ 7-27
Figure 8-1 Neighbor Cell Optimization Results.......................................................... 8-2
Figure 8-2 Neighbor Cell Distribution ........................................................................ 8-3
Figure 8-3 Neighbor Cell Correlation Chart ............................................................... 8-4
Figure 8-4 Options .................................................................................................... 8-6
Figure 8-5 BCCH Antenna Check Results................................................................. 8-7
Figure 8-6 Check Results of Crossed BCCH Antennas on the Map .......................... 8-8
Figure 8-7 TCH Antenna Crossed Window ............................................................... 8-9
Figure 8-8 Access Parameter Intelligent Optimization Window................................ 8-11
Figure 8-9 Frequency Intelligent Optimization ......................................................... 8-12
Figure 8-10 Automatic Neighbor Cells Optimization Window................................... 8-15
Figure 8-11 Task Information Window ..................................................................... 8-16
Figure 8-12 Verification Dialog Box ......................................................................... 8-20
Figure 8-13 Power Control Parameters Optimization Suggestions .......................... 8-22
Figure 9-1 Voice Call Window ................................................................................... 9-1
Figure 9-2 Voice Service Window ............................................................................. 9-2
Figure 9-3 Map Window............................................................................................ 9-3
Figure 9-4 SMS and Short Message Windows .......................................................... 9-4
Figure 9-5 Location Update Information and Location Update Windows.................... 9-5
Figure 9-6 PS and PS Service Window ..................................................................... 9-6
Figure 9-7 Incoming Handover Failure Windows ....................................................... 9-7
IV

Tables
Table 2-1 Typical Hardware Configuration of the NetMAX GSM Server (Linux
Operating System) ................................................................................... 2-1
Table 2-2 Typical Hardware Configuration of the NetMAX GSM Server (Solaris
Operating System) ................................................................................... 2-1
Table 2-3 Toolbar Button Descriptions....................................................................... 2-8
Table 2-4 Buttons on the Conditions Tab ................................................................... 2-8
Table 2-5 Common Shortcut Buttons in the Workspace Pane ................................... 2-9
Table 3-1 Operator Descriptions................................................................................ 3-5
Table 4-1 Data Type Descriptions ............................................................................. 4-2
Table 4-2 EMS Connection Parameter Descriptions.................................................. 4-5
Table 4-3 NDS Connection Parameter Descriptions .................................................. 4-6
Table 4-4 Engineering Data Server Parameter Descriptions...................................... 4-7
Table 4-5 Toolbar Buttons in the Import Engineering Data For GSM Dialog
Box .......................................................................................................... 4-9
Table 4-6 Toolbar Buttons in the Import Performance Data Dialog Box.................... 4-13
Table 4-7 Elements for Importing MR/CDT/MRCI Data............................................ 4-19
Table 4-8 Elements on the Advanced Settings Tab.................................................. 4-21
Table 4-9 Elements in the Delete MR/CDT Data Dialog Box.................................... 4-28
Table 4-10 Toolbar Buttons in the Task Management Window................................. 4-33
Table 4-11 Buttons on the Task Setting Tab............................................................. 4-37
Table 4-12 Parameter Description........................................................................... 4-38
Table 5-1 Toolbar Buttons for Managing the Chart..................................................... 5-2
Table 5-2 Tabs in the Editing Chart Dialog Box.......................................................... 5-4
Table 5-3 Toolbar Buttons for Setting RxLev Sections .............................................. 5-7
Table 5-4 Parameter DescriptionRelative Time, Hour Granularity ........................ 5-10
Table 5-5 Shortcut Buttons on Toolbar 1 ................................................................. 5-19
Table 6-1 1D Statistics Functions ............................................................................ 6-1
Table 6-2 2D Statistics Functions ............................................................................ 6-4
Table 6-3 Menu Items and Functions of Interference Evaluation................................ 6-9
Table 6-4 Description of Shortcut Menu Items ......................................................... 6-12

Table 6-5 User Experience Evaluations................................................................... 6-17

Table 7-1 Filter Conditions and Menu Paths of Network Analysis Functions .............. 7-1
Table 7-2 Toolbar Buttons in the UL and DL Imbalance Cell Window......................... 7-5
Table 7-3 Buttons on the Main Toolbar of the VIP/VAP User Analysis
Window.................................................................................................. 7-27
Table 7-4 Fields in Statistics Table and Details Table on Different Tabs ................... 7-28
Table 8-1 Automatic Neighbor Cells Optimization Task Parameter
Descriptions ........................................................................................... 8-16
Table 8-2 Task Procedure Descriptions ................................................................... 8-18
Table 8-3 Toolbar Buttons for Modifying Recommended Thresholds ....................... 8-22
VI

Glossary
AIU
- A Interface Unit
BA
- Booster (power) Amplifier
BCCH
- Broadcast Control Channel
BSC
- Base Station Controller
BSIC
- Base Station Identity Code
BTS
- Base Transceiver Station
CDR
- Call Detail Record
CDT
- Call Detail Tracing
CIR
- Carrier-to-Interference Ratio
CSSR
- Call Setup Success Rate
DL
- Down Link
E2E
- End-to-End
EMS
- Element Management System
GIS
- Geographic Information System
GSM
- Global System for Mobile Communications
IMSI
- International Mobile Subscriber Identity
IP
- Internet Protocol
VII

KPI
- Key Performance Indicator
LOC
- Loss Of Continuity
MCC
- Mobile Country Code
MD5
- Message Digest 5 Algorithm
MNC
- Mobile Network Code
MOC
- Mobile Originated Call
MR
- Measurement Report
MS
- Mobile Station
MTC
- Mobile Terminated Call
NDS
- Network Data Service
NE
- Network Element
PCM
- Pulse Code Modulation
PS
- Packet Switched
QoE
- Quality of Experience
RASR
- Random Access Success Rate
SSH
- Secure Shell
TA
- Timing Advance
TCH
- Traffic Channel
TRX
- Transceiver
VIII

Glossary
VAP
- Very Annoying Person
VIP
- Very Important Person
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Revision No. Revision Date Revision Reason

R1.0 2015-01-31 First edition

Serial Number: SJ-20141230091957-001

Publishing Date: 2015-01-31 (R1.0)

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Chapter 3 System Management ................................................................ 3-1

Chapter 4 Data Management ..................................................................... 4-1

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Chapter 5 Common Functions .................................................................. 5-1

Chapter 6 Network Evaluation................................................................... 6-1

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Chapter 7 Special Analysis........................................................................ 7-1

Chapter 8 Intelligent Optimization ............................................................ 8-1

Chapter 9 Call Detail Records ................................................................... 9-1

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What Is in This Manual

Chapter 1, Overview Describes the functions, system architecture, and configuration

Chapter 3, System Describes license management, operator management, and log

Chapter 8, Intelligent Provides instructions for neighbor cell optimization, antenna

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Note: provides additional information about a topic.

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Figure 1-1 NetMAX GSM System Architecture

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2.1 Server Installation and Uninstallation

Workstation IBM X3650

Hard disk > 400 GB

Workstation M4000 or T42

Hard disk 584 GB

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2.1.2 Installing the NetMAX GSM Server Software

# tar -xvf NetMAX_GU_V14.40.XX_XXXX_RedHat.tar

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Stop the NetMAX GSM services in the

# service NETMAXDB stop

Stop the NetMAX GSM services in the

# svcadm disable NETMAXDB

2.2 Client Installation and Uninstallation

2. Click Next. The Select Destination Location dialog box is displayed.

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2.2.2 Unstalling the NetMAX GSM Client Software

2.3 Starting the NetMAX GSM Client

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Figure 2-1 Choosing the Module

Figure 2-2 Login Dialog Box

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2.4 NetMAX GSM Client Window

Figure 2-3 RxLev Statistics Window

1. Menu bar 3. Navigation pane 5. Message pane

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Toolbar Button Description

Window Shows or hides the navigation pane.

Cascades all open windows in the workspace

Tiles all open windows in the workspace pane

Tiles all open windows in the workspace pane

Message Displays the number of unread messages.