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RRC in 3G (Umts/Wcdma)

RRC (Radio Resource Control) is a layer 3 protocol in UMTS that manages radio bearers, mobility, and connection between User Equipment (UE) and the Node B via the Radio Network Controller (RNC). It defines various states for UE behavior, such as Idle Mode and CELL_DCH, and handles transitions based on data activity and mobility events. RRC is crucial for call setup, handover processes, and ensuring quality of service (QoS).

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RRC in 3G (Umts/Wcdma)

RRC (Radio Resource Control) is a layer 3 protocol in UMTS that manages radio bearers, mobility, and connection between User Equipment (UE) and the Node B via the Radio Network Controller (RNC). It defines various states for UE behavior, such as Idle Mode and CELL_DCH, and handles transitions based on data activity and mobility events. RRC is crucial for call setup, handover processes, and ensuring quality of service (QoS).

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📡 RRC in 3G (UMTS/WCDMA)

✅ What is RRC?

RRC stands for Radio Resource Control.


It is a layer 3 protocol in the control plane of UMTS (3G) between the User Equipment (UE)
and the Node B via the RNC (Radio Network Controller).

📍RRC is responsible for controlling radio bearers, mobility, and connection management in
WCDMA networks.

📂 RRC Layer Location

 Part of UMTS Layer 3


 Exists in both:
o UE (mobile device)
o UTRAN (RNC side)

🎯 Main Functions of RRC

Function Category Details


- RRC Connection Setup / Release
1. Connection Control
- Connection Re-establishment
- Handover decisions (soft/soft softer)
2. Mobility Management
- Cell reselection criteria
3. Radio Bearer Control - Setup, modification, and release of radio bearers
4. Measurement Control - Directs UE to measure RSCP, Ec/Io, neighbor cells
5. Security - Ciphering and integrity protection setup
6. Paging Coordination - Paging message delivery and monitoring
7. Discontinuous Reception (DRX) - Helps save UE battery during idle/connected states

📶 RRC States in 3G

RRC defines UE behavior through different states:

RRC State Description


Idle Mode UE is not connected; listens to paging; does cell reselection
RRC State Description
UE has a connection; small data on shared channel; no dedicated
CELL_FACH
resources
CELL_DCH Dedicated channel; used for voice/data sessions
CELL_PCH /
Power-saving states; UE listens to paging, low battery usage
URA_PCH

🔄 RRC State Transitions

Example:
Idle ➜ CELL_FACH ➜ CELL_DCH ➜ CELL_PCH

Transitions occur based on:

 Data activity
 Mobility events
 Timer expiry
 Power-saving needs

⚠️RRC Failures – Common Causes

 Connection setup failures


 No response from UE or RNC
 Paging failures
 High interference or pilot pollution
 Inappropriate state transitions

🛠️KPIs Related to RRC

KPI Indicates
RRC Setup Success Rate Access and network responsiveness
RRC Reconfiguration Success Mobility or bearer modification stability
RRC Drop Rate Quality of service and stability

📘 Summary

 RRC controls all signaling between UE and UTRAN


 Manages mobility, bearers, security, and paging
 Critical for call setup, handover, and QoS

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