Energy Conservation and Emission

Reduction
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8.2.1.9 Energy Conservation and Emission Reduction

eRAN
Energy Conservation and Emission
Reduction Feature Parameter
Description
Issue 03
Date 2019-10-15
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8.2.1.9 Contents
1 Change History
1.1 eRAN15.1 03 (2019-10-15)
1.2 eRAN15.1 02 (2019-06-29)
1.3 eRAN15.1 01 (2019-06-06)
1.4 eRAN15.1 Draft F (2019-05-10)
1.5 eRAN15.1 Draft E (2019-04-10)
1.6 eRAN15.1 Draft D (2019-03-18)
1.7 eRAN15.1 Draft C (2019-02-22)
1.8 eRAN15.1 Draft B (2019-01-10)
1.9 eRAN15.1 Draft A (2019-01-05)

2 About This Document

2.1 General Statements
 2.2 Applicable RAT
2.3 Features in This Document
2.4 Feature Differences Between NB-IoT and FDD
2.5 Feature Differences Between FDD and TDD

3 Overview

4 pRRU Deep Dormancy

4.1 Principles
4.1.1 pRRU Deep Dormancy in Scheduled Mode
4.1.2 pRRU Deep Dormancy in Intelligent Mode
4.1.2.1 pRRU Data Sampling and Processing
4.1.2.2 Selection of pRRUs for Entering the Deep Dormancy State
4.1.2.3 eNodeB Actions
4.1.2.4 Leaving
4.2 Network Analysis
4.2.1 Benefits
4.2.2 Impacts
4.3 Requirements
4.3.1 Licenses
4.3.2 Software
4.3.3 Hardware
4.3.4 Networking
4.3.5 Others
4.4 Operation and Maintenance
4.4.1 Data Configuration
4.4.1.1 Data Preparation
4.4.1.2 Using MML Commands
4.4.1.3 Using the CME
4.4.2 Activation Verification
4.4.3 Network Monitoring

5 RF Channel Intelligent Shutdown

5.1 Principles
5.1.1 Triggering
5.1.2 eNodeB Actions
5.1.3 Leaving
5.2 Network Analysis
5.2.1 Benefits
5.2.2 Impacts
5.3 Requirements
5.3.1 Licenses
5.3.2 Software
 5.3.3 Hardware
5.3.4 Others
5.4 Operation and Maintenance
5.4.1 Data Configuration (FDD)
5.4.1.1 Data Preparation
5.4.1.2 Using MML Commands
5.4.1.3 Using the CME
5.4.2 Data Configuration (TDD)
5.4.2.1 Data Preparation
5.4.2.2 Using MML Commands
5.4.2.3 Using the CME
5.4.3 Activation Verification
5.4.4 Network Monitoring

6 Adaptive Power Consumption

6.1 Principles
6.1.1 Dynamic Voltage Adjustment
6.1.1.1 Triggering
6.1.1.2 eNodeB Actions
6.1.1.3 Leaving
6.1.2 RF Module Regular Time Sleep Mode (FDD)
6.1.2.1 Triggering
6.1.2.2 eNodeB Actions
6.1.2.3 Leaving
6.2 Network Analysis
6.2.1 Benefits
6.2.2 Impacts
6.3 Requirements
6.3.1 Licenses
6.3.2 Software
6.3.3 Hardware
6.3.4 Networking
6.3.5 Others
6.4 Operation and Maintenance
6.4.1 Data Configuration
6.4.1.1 Data Preparation
6.4.1.2 Using MML Commands
6.4.1.3 Using the CME
6.4.2 Activation Verification
6.4.3 Network Monitoring

7 Low Power Consumption Mode

 7.1 Principles
7.1.1 Triggering
7.1.2 eNodeB Actions
7.1.3 Leaving
7.2 Network Analysis
7.2.1 Benefits
7.2.2 Impacts
7.3 Requirements
7.3.1 Licenses
7.3.2 Software
7.3.3 Hardware
7.3.4 Others
7.4 Operation and Maintenance
7.4.1 Data Configuration
7.4.1.1 Data Preparation
7.4.1.2 Using MML Commands
7.4.1.3 Using the CME
7.4.2 Activation Verification
7.4.3 Network Monitoring

8 Power Consumption Monitoring

8.1 Principles
8.2 Network Analysis
8.2.1 Benefits
8.2.2 Impacts
8.3 Requirements
8.3.1 Licenses
8.3.2 Software
8.3.3 Hardware
8.3.4 Others
8.4 Operation and Maintenance
8.4.1 Data Configuration
8.4.1.1 Data Preparation
8.4.1.2 Using MML Commands
8.4.1.3 Using the CME
8.4.2 Activation Verification
8.4.3 Network Monitoring

9 Intelligent Power-Off of Carriers in the Same Coverage

9.1 Principles
9.1.1 Related Concepts
9.1.2 Triggering
 9.1.3 eNodeB Actions
9.1.4 Leaving
9.2 Network Analysis
9.2.1 Benefits
9.2.2 Impacts
9.3 Requirements
9.3.1 Licenses
9.3.2 Software
9.3.3 Hardware
9.3.4 Networking
9.3.5 Others
9.4 Operation and Maintenance
9.4.1 Data Configuration
9.4.1.1 Data Preparation
9.4.1.2 Using MML Commands
9.4.1.3 Using the CME
9.4.2 Activation Verification
9.4.3 Network Monitoring

10 PSU Intelligent Sleep Mode

10.1 Principles
10.1.1 Triggering
10.1.2 eNodeB Actions
10.1.3 Leaving
10.2 Network Analysis
10.2.1 Benefits
10.2.2 Impacts
10.3 Requirements
10.3.1 Licenses
10.3.2 Software
10.3.3 Hardware
10.3.4 Networking
10.3.5 Others
10.4 Operation and Maintenance
10.4.1 Data Configuration
10.4.1.1 Data Preparation
10.4.1.2 Using MML Commands
10.4.1.3 Using the CME
10.4.2 Activation Verification
10.4.3 Network Monitoring

11 Symbol Power Saving

 11.1 Principles
11.1.1 Basic Symbol Power Saving
11.1.1.1 Triggering
11.1.1.2 eNodeB Actions
11.1.1.3 Leaving
11.1.2 Enhanced Symbol Power Saving
11.1.2.1 Triggering
11.1.2.2 eNodeB Actions
11.1.2.3 Leaving
11.2 Network Analysis
11.2.1 Benefits
11.2.2 Impacts
11.3 Requirements
11.3.1 Licenses
11.3.2 Software
11.3.3 Hardware
11.3.4 Others
11.4 Operation and Maintenance
11.4.1 Data Configuration
11.4.1.1 Data Preparation
11.4.1.2 Using MML Commands
11.4.1.3 Using the CME
11.4.2 Activation Verification
11.4.3 Network Monitoring

12 Intelligent Power-Off of Carriers in the Same Coverage as UMTS Networks (FDD)

12.1 Principles
12.1.1 Triggering
12.1.2 eNodeB Actions
12.1.3 Leaving
12.2 Network Analysis
12.2.1 Benefits
12.2.2 Impacts
12.3 Requirements
12.3.1 Licenses
12.3.2 Software
12.3.3 Hardware
12.3.4 Others
12.4 Operation and Maintenance
12.4.1 Data Configuration
12.4.1.1 Data Preparation
 12.4.1.2 Using MML Commands
12.4.1.3 Using the CME
12.4.2 Activation Verification
12.4.3 Network Monitoring

13 Parameters

14 Counters

15 Glossary

16 Reference Documents

1 Change History

This chapter describes changes not included in the "Parameters", "Counters", "Glossary", and
"Reference Documents" chapters. These changes include:
 Technical changes
Changes in functions and their corresponding parameters
 Editorial changes
Improvements or revisions to the documentation
1.1 eRAN15.1 03 (2019-10-15)

This issue includes the following changes.

Technical Changes

Change Description Parameter Change RAT Base Station Model

Added the AAU5726 into the None FDD 3900 and 5900 series
scope of RF modules that base stations
support symbol power saving.
For details, see 11.3.3 Hardware.

Added the restriction that the None FDD All base station models
AAU5726 does not support
dynamic voltage adjustment.
For details, see 6.3.3 Hardware.

None None TDD All base station models

Editorial Changes

Revised descriptions in this document.

1.2 eRAN15.1 02 (2019-06-29)

This issue includes the following changes.

Technical Changes

None

Editorial Changes

Revised descriptions in this document.

1.3 eRAN15.1 01 (2019-06-06)

This issue includes the following changes.

Technical Changes

Change Description Parameter Change RAT Base Station

Model

Added the AAU5313 into the None TDD 3900 and

scope of RF modules that support 5900 series
symbol power saving. For details, base stations
see 11.3.3 Hardware.

Added license control over pRRU None FDD DBS3900

deep dormancy in intelligent TDD LampSite
mode. For details, see Intelligent and
Mode. DBS5900
LampSite

Added an incoming handover Added the FDD All base

admission switch for intelligent CarrierShutdownHoAdmitAllowSw TDD station
power-off of carriers in the same option to the models
coverage. For details, see 9.1.2 CellMlbHo.MlbMatchOtherFeatureMode
Triggering. parameter.

Added the RsvdSwPara6_bit22 Added the RsvdSwPara6_bit22 TDD 3900 and

option to the option to the 5900 series
eNBCellRsvdPara.RsvdSwPara6 eNBCellRsvdPara.RsvdSwPara6 base stations
parameter to prevent deterioration parameter.
of KPIs after RF channel
intelligent shutdown takes effect.
The affected KPIs include RRC
connection setup success rate
 Change Description Parameter Change RAT Base Station
Model

and service drop rate. For details,

see 5.2.2 Impacts.

Editorial Changes

Revised descriptions in this document.

Added CRS port mapping detection and reconfiguration to the function impact table of the
following functions:
 RF channel intelligent shutdown: For details, see 5.3.2 Software.
 Low power consumption mode: For details, see 7.2.2 Impacts.
 Intelligent power-off of carriers in the same coverage: For details, see 9.2.2 Impacts.
 Adaptive power consumption: For details, see 6.2.2 Impacts.
 Intelligent power-off of carriers in the same coverage as UMTS networks (FDD): For details,
see 12.2.2 Impacts.
1.4 eRAN15.1 Draft F (2019-05-10)

This issue includes the following changes.

Technical Changes

Change Description Parameter Change RAT Base Station Model

Added the RRU5251 into the None TDD 3900 and 5900 series
scope of RF modules that base stations
support symbol power saving.
For details, see 11.3.3 Hardware.

None None FDD None

Editorial Changes

Revised descriptions in this document.

1.5 eRAN15.1 Draft E (2019-04-10)

This issue includes the following changes.

Technical Changes
 Change Description Parameter Change RAT Base Station Model

Extended the time for UE None FDD All base station models
handovers from a capacity cell TDD
to the co-coverage neighboring
basic cells from 30s to 60s for
intelligent power-off of carriers
in the same coverage. For
details, see 9.1.3 eNodeB Actions.

Editorial Changes

Revised descriptions in this document.

1.6 eRAN15.1 Draft D (2019-03-18)

This issue includes the following changes.

Technical Changes

Change Description Parameter Change RAT Base Station Model

Added support for pRRU deep None FDD DBS3900 LampSite and
dormancy in LampSite TDD DBS5900 LampSite
DCU3900/DCU3910 networking
scenarios.

Deleted the impact relationship None FDD DBS3900 LampSite and

between RF channel intelligent TDD DBS5900 LampSite
shutdown and pRRU deep
dormancy. For details, see 4.2.2
Impacts.

Added the AAU5614 into the None TDD 3900 and 5900 series
scope of RF modules that base stations
support symbol power saving.
For details, see 11.3.3 Hardware.

Editorial Changes

Revised descriptions in this document.

1.7 eRAN15.1 Draft C (2019-02-22)

This issue includes the following changes.

Technical Changes
 Change Description Parameter Change RAT Base Station Model

None None FDD None

TDD

Editorial Changes

Revised descriptions in this document.

1.8 eRAN15.1 Draft B (2019-01-10)

This issue includes the following changes.

Technical Changes

Change Description Parameter Change RAT Base Station Model

Added a UE number Added the FDD All base station models

threshold for carrier power- CellShutdown.UENumThd TDD
off. For details, see 9.1.2 parameter.
Triggering.

Editorial Changes

Revised descriptions in this document.

1.9 eRAN15.1 Draft A (2019-01-05)

This issue introduces the following changes to eRAN13.1 04 (2018-11-07).

Technical Changes

Change Description Parameter Change RAT Base Station

Model

For FDD: Added the None FDD 3900 and 5900

RF modules below TDD series base
into the scope that stations
supports symbol
power saving. For
details, see 11.3.3
Hardware.
AAU5711a, RRU5505,
RRU5509t, and
RRU5904w
 Change Description Parameter Change RAT Base Station
Model

For TDD: Added the

RF module below into
the scope that
supports symbol
power saving. For
details, see 11.3.3
Hardware.
AAU5613

Optimized the symbol None FDD 3900 and 5900

power saving TDD series base
algorithm. For details, stations
see 11.1 Principles.

Added the support for Added the FDD All base station
the intelligent power- CellShutdown.InterBbuCarrierShutdownSw TDD models
off of carriers in the parameter.
same coverage Modified the values of the
function in inter-BBU CellShutdown.CellShutdownSwitch
macro cells. For parameter.
details, see 9.1
Principles.

Added pRRU deep Added parameters: FDD DBS3900

dormancy in intelligent EnodebMpruEs.MpruDormancyDlEarfcn TDD LampSite and
mode. For details, see EnodebMpruEs.MpruDormancyStartTime DBS5900
4.1.2 pRRU Deep LampSite
Dormancy in Intelligent EnodebMpruEs.MpruDormancyStopTime
Mode. EnodebMpruEs.MpruDormancyMinimumRsrp
EnodebMpruEs.MpruDormancyDlPrbUsageThld

Added a series of RF None FDD All base station

modules into the TDD models
scope that supports
the power
consumption
monitoring function.
For details, see 8 Power
Consumption Monitoring.

Added the Adaptive Added the CellAlgoSwitch.DynAdjVoltSwitch TDD All base station
Power Control feature. parameter. models
For details, see 6
Adaptive Power
Consumption.
 Change Description Parameter Change RAT Base Station
Model

Changed the name of None TDD 3900 and 5900

the RRU5257 to series base
RRU5253E. For stations
details, see 11.3.3
Hardware.

Editorial Changes

Revised descriptions in this document.

2 About This Document

2.1 General Statements

Purpose

This document is intended to acquaint readers with:

 The technical principles of features and their related parameters
 The scenarios where these features are used, the benefits they provide, and the impact they
have on networks and functions
 Requirements of the operating environment that must be met before feature activation
 Parameter configuration required for feature activation, verification of feature activation, and
monitoring of feature performance

This document only provides guidance for feature activation. Feature deployment and feature gains depend on
the specifics of the network scenario where the feature is deployed. To achieve the desired gains, contact Huawei
professional service engineers.

Software Interfaces

Any parameters, alarms, counters, or managed objects (MOs) described in this document apply
only to the corresponding software release. For future software releases, refer to the
corresponding updated product documentation.
Feature Differences Between RATs

The feature difference section only describes differences in switches or principles.

Unless otherwise stated, descriptions in this document apply to all RATs. If a description does
not apply to all RATs, the specific RAT that it does apply to will be stated.
For example, in the statement "TDD cells are compatible with enhanced MU-MIMO", "TDD
cells" indicates that this function cannot be used in non-TDD cells.
2.2 Applicable RAT

This document applies to FDD/NB-IoT/TDD.

2.3 Features in This Document

This document describes the following FDD features.

Feature ID Feature Name Section

LOFD-130202 pRRU Deep Dormancy 4 pRRU Deep Dormancy

LOFD-001039 RF Channel Intelligent 5 RF Channel Intelligent Shutdown

Shutdown

LOFD-001025 Adaptive Power 6 Adaptive Power Consumption

Consumption

LOFD-001040 Low Power Consumption 7 Low Power Consumption Mode

Mode

LBFD-001041 Power Consumption 8 Power Consumption Monitoring

Monitoring

LOFD-001042 Intelligent Power-Off of 9 Intelligent Power-Off of Carriers in the Same

Carriers in the Same Coverage
Coverage

LOFD-001056 PSU Intelligent Sleep 10 PSU Intelligent Sleep Mode

Mode

LOFD-001070 Symbol Power Saving 11 Symbol Power Saving

LOFD-001074 Intelligent Power-Off of 12 Intelligent Power-Off of Carriers in the Same

Carriers in the Same Coverage as UMTS Networks (FDD)
Coverage of UMTS
Network

This document describes the following NB-IoT features.

 Feature ID Feature Name Section

MLOFD-001025 Adaptive Power 6 Adaptive Power Consumption

Consumption

MLBFD-12000420 Power Consumption 8 Power Consumption Monitoring

Monitoring

MLOFD-001056 PSU Intelligent Sleep 10 PSU Intelligent Sleep Mode

Mode

MLOFD-001070 Symbol Power Saving 11 Symbol Power Saving

This document describes the following TDD features.

Feature ID Feature Name Section

TDLOFD-131202 pRRU Deep Dormancy 4 pRRU Deep Dormancy

TDLOFD-001039 RF Channel Intelligent 5 RF Channel Intelligent Shutdown

Shutdown

TDLOFD-151205 Adaptive Power Control 6 Adaptive Power Consumption

TDLOFD-001040 Low Power Consumption 7 Low Power Consumption Mode

Mode

TDLBFD-001041 Power Consumption 8 Power Consumption Monitoring

Monitoring

TDLOFD-001042 Intelligent Power-Off of 9 Intelligent Power-Off of Carriers in the Same

Carriers in the Same Coverage
Coverage

TDLOFD-001056 PSU Intelligent Sleep 10 PSU Intelligent Sleep Mode

Mode

TDLOFD-001070 Symbol Power Saving 11 Symbol Power Saving

2.4 Feature Differences Between NB-IoT and FDD

NB-IoT Feature FDD Feature Difference Section

MLOFD-001025 LOFD-001025 NB-IoT eNodeBs support 6 Adaptive Power Consumption

Adaptive Power Adaptive Power RF module regular time
Consumption Consumption sleep mode but do not
support dynamic voltage
adjustment.
 NB-IoT Feature FDD Feature Difference Section

MLBFD- LBFD-001041 None 8 Power Consumption Monitoring

12000420 Power
Power Consumption
Consumption Monitoring
Monitoring

MLOFD-001056 LOFD-001056 None 10 PSU Intelligent Sleep Mode

PSU Intelligent PSU Intelligent
Sleep Mode Sleep Mode

MLOFD-001070 LOFD-001070 NB-IoT eNodeBs do not 11 Symbol Power Saving

Symbol Power Symbol Power support enhanced symbol
Saving Saving power saving.

2.5 Feature Differences Between FDD and TDD

FDD Feature TDD Feature Difference Section

LOFD-130202 TDLOFD- None 4 pRRU Deep Dormancy

pRRU Deep 131202 pRRU
Dormancy Deep Dormancy

LOFD-001039 TDLOFD- In FDD, the eNodeB 5 RF Channel Intelligent

RF Channel 001039 RF determines the conditions Shutdown
Intelligent Channel of entering the intelligent
Shutdown Intelligent RF channel shutdown state
Shutdown based only on the
combination of the PRB
usage and the number of
RRC_CONNECTED UEs.
In TDD, the eNodeB
determines the conditions
of entering the intelligent
RF channel shutdown state
either based on the PRB
usage or based on the
combination of the PRB
usage and the number of
RRC_CONNECTED UEs.

LOFD-001025 TDLOFD- Only dynamic voltage 6 Adaptive Power Consumption

Adaptive Power 151205 Adaptive adjustment is supported in
Consumption Power Control TDD.

LOFD-001040 TDLOFD- None 7 Low Power Consumption Mode

Low Power 001040 Low
Power
 FDD Feature TDD Feature Difference Section

Consumption Consumption
Mode Mode

LBFD-001041 TDLBFD- None 8 Power Consumption Monitoring

Power 001041 Power
Consumption Consumption
Monitoring Monitoring

LOFD-001042 TDLOFD- None 9 Intelligent Power-Off of Carriers

Intelligent 001042 in the Same Coverage
Power-Off of Intelligent
Carriers in the Power-Off of
Same Coverage Carriers in the
Same Coverage

LOFD-001056 TDLOFD- None 10 PSU Intelligent Sleep Mode

PSU Intelligent 001056 PSU
Sleep Mode Intelligent Sleep
Mode

LOFD-001070 TDLOFD- None 11 Symbol Power Saving

Symbol Power 001070 Symbol
Saving Power Saving

LOFD-001074 None This feature is supported 12 Intelligent Power-Off of

Intelligent only by FDD. Carriers in the Same Coverage
as UMTS Networks (FDD)
Power-Off of
Carriers in the
Same Coverage
of UMTS
Network

3 Overview

Huawei's end-to-end solution for energy conservation and emission reduction is launched to
address the energy and environment issues worldwide and to drag down the operating expense
(OPEX) borne on operators. This solution reduces the power consumption and improves the
operating efficiency of devices like power amplifiers (PAs). Operators can use the element
management system (EMS) to monitor the power consumption of devices and related changes.
Energy conservation and emission reduction can be implemented at the device, network, and
base station levels depending on the objects involved. Table 3-1 provides the details. Among all
base station components, RF modules consume the most power. Baseband units are second to RF
modules in the amount of power consumption.
Table 3-1 Classification of energy conservation and emission reduction functions
Category Function Name

Device level pRRU deep dormancy

RF channel intelligent shutdown

Low power consumption mode

Intelligent power-off of carriers in the same

coverage

Symbol power saving

Device level Adaptive power consumption

Base station level PSU intelligent sleep mode

Network level Intelligent power-off of carriers in the same

coverage as UMTS networks

4 pRRU Deep Dormancy

In certain indoor scenarios such as shopping malls, stadiums, and office buildings, there are no
service requirements when the venues are almost empty. With this function, some pRRUs can be
shut down and enter the deep dormancy state during periods with no services, reducing energy
consumption.
 Figure 4-1 pRRU deep dormancy

4.1 Principles

pRRU deep dormancy can be triggered in scheduled mode or intelligent mode.

 In scheduled mode, pRRUs enter the deep dormancy state when the preset time arrives,
irrespective of the network load. This mode is suitable when there is a fixed time period every
day with no services running indoors.
 In intelligent mode, pRRUs dynamically enter and exit the deep dormancy state based on the
network load while ensuring the basic indoor coverage. This mode can be used in places
where the low network load period changes.
4.1.1 pRRU Deep Dormancy in Scheduled Mode

pRRU deep dormancy in scheduled mode is controlled by the RRU.DORMANCYSW parameter.

The period of time when this function takes effect is specified by the RRU.DORMANCYSTARTTIME
and RRU.DORMANCYSTOPTIME parameters.
 A pRRU enters the deep dormancy state 2 minutes after the start time specified by the
RRU.DORMANCYSTARTTIME parameter arrives.
 The pRRU exits the deep dormancy state when the time specified by the
RRU.DORMANCYSTOPTIME parameter arrives. The pRRU restarts when exiting the deep
dormancy state. After restarting, it returns to its normal state.
If there is an excessively large temperature differential of pRRUs before and after they enter the deep dormancy
state, hardware faults may occur. To prevent such risks, the pRRUs will not enter the deep dormancy state if their
temperature differential within 24 hours exceeds a specified threshold.
 The temperature differential threshold for 3000 series pRRUs is 35°C.
 The temperature differential threshold for 5000 series pRRUs is 34°C. The pRRU5913 and pRRU5918 are two
exceptions, whose temperature differential threshold is 27°C.

If a pRRU enters the deep dormancy state, it does not transmit power. Entering a deep dormancy
period does not trigger the following alarms. If any of them is reported, it was triggered by other
causes.
 ALM-29240 Cell Unavailable
 ALM-29243 Cell Capability Degraded
 ALM-29248 RF Out of Service
 ALM-29249 eNodeB Out of Service
 ALM-26787 RHUB-pRRU CPRI Interface Error
When a pRRU has entered a deep dormancy period, the following operations cannot be
performed:
 Fast Fourier Transform (FFT) spectrum scanning by using the Web LMT
 Hardware test using the STR HWTST command
 Introduction of a new RAT to the base station or a version upgrade
4.1.2 pRRU Deep Dormancy in Intelligent Mode

In intelligent mode, when there is a light load in a cell, the eNodeB instructs some of the pRRUs
serving the cell to enter the deep dormancy state and uses the remaining pRRUs to ensure the
basic indoor coverage. In this way, energy consumption is reduced. The eNodeB automatically
selects which pRRUs should enter the deep dormancy state.
To ensure the basic coverage after pRRU deep dormancy takes effect, the carrier for basic
coverage must be retained based on the downlink E-UTRA absolute radio frequency channel
number (EARFCN) specified by the EnodebMpruEs.MpruDormancyDlEarfcn parameter. When
this parameter is set to a value other than –1, pRRU deep dormancy in intelligent mode is
enabled.
It is recommended that this parameter be set to an EARFCN in the 2300 MHz band for TDD and
to an EARFCN in the 1800 MHz band for FDD if multiple frequencies are configured for an
eNodeB.
pRRU deep dormancy in intelligent mode requires that the cell bandwidth be higher than 10
MHz.
4.1.2.1 pRRU Data Sampling and Processing

After pRRU deep dormancy in intelligent mode is enabled, the eNodeB collects measurement
reports (MRs) and sounding reference signal (SRS) measurement data. A maximum of 200
samples can be collected for each pRRU. When 200 samples are collected or the collection has
lasted for seven days, the eNodeB stops the initial data collection. The pRRU deep dormancy
function does not take effect before the initial data collection is complete.
If any of the following situations occurs during the initial data collection, data collection will
start over again and the time when this function takes effect will be postponed accordingly:
 The baseband processing unit (BBP) serving this cell restarts up.
 The optical fiber of the RHUB is disconnected intermittently.
 The S1 transmission link is disconnected intermittently.
 The cell is reestablished.
 The eNodeB restarts up after a version upgrade.
When the initial data collection is complete, the eNodeB processes the collected data and
determines which pRRUs should enter the deep dormancy state based on the processing result.
Data update starts after the initial data collection. The data will be updated once a day. The
earliest 5% of the collected data will be overwritten for each pRRU. After seven days of data
update (which is referred to as a data update period), the eNodeB processes the data. The
processing result is used as a basis for the eNodeB to determine which pRRUs should enter the
deep dormancy state in the next period. The data is collected at the non-energy-saving time.

For FDD, the SRSCfg.SrsCfgInd and SRSCfg.FddSrsCfgMode parameters must be configured to implement SRS
measurements.

4.1.2.2 Selection of pRRUs for Entering the Deep Dormancy State

The pRRU selection principle is that the eNodeB should determine the minimum number of
pRRUs to be retained to keep the minimum downlink reference signal received power (RSRP) of
the cell greater than the value of the EnodebMpruEs.MpruDormancyMinimumRsrp parameter. All
the other pRRUs can be selected to enter the deep dormancy state.
After the sampling, the eNodeB selects pRRUs as follows:
 At each sampling time, the eNodeB retains the minimum number of pRRUs that can meet the
minimum downlink RSRP requirement of the cell.
 For all sampling moments, the eNodeB retains the pRRUs that most frequently meet the
preceding requirement.
The pRRUs that should enter the deep dormancy state for an eNodeB can be selected after the
eNodeB determines the pRRUs to be retained for all cells served by the eNodeB.
4.1.2.3 eNodeB Actions

During the period specified by the EnodebMpruEs.MpruDormancyStartTime and

EnodebMpruEs.MpruDormancyStopTime parameters, the eNodeB shuts down some pRRUs if the
downlink PRB usage of the cell is less than the value of the
EnodebMpruEs.MpruDormancyDlPrbUsageThld parameter.
 If the eNodeB serves cells on other frequencies than the frequency where pRRU deep dormancy
in intelligent mode will take effect, the eNodeB sets these inter-frequency cells to the barred state
and hands over RRC_CONNECTED UEs from these inter-frequency cells to the cell some of
whose pRRUs will be shut down. When the handovers are complete, the eNodeB increases the
cell-specific reference signal (CRS) power by 3 dB for the target cell. Then, the eNodeB
instructs the selected pRRUs to enter the deep dormancy state and cancels the barred state of the
inter-frequency cells.
If the eNodeB operates in only one LTE frequency, the eNodeB increases the CRS power by 3
dB for the cell some of whose pRRUs will be shut down. Then, the eNodeB instructs the selected
pRRUs to enter the deep dormancy state.

If there is an excessively large temperature differential of pRRUs before and after they enter the deep dormancy
state, hardware faults may occur. To prevent such risks, the pRRUs will not enter the deep dormancy state if their
temperature differential within 24 hours exceeds a specified threshold.
 The temperature differential threshold for 3000 series pRRUs is 35°C.
 The temperature differential threshold for 5000 series pRRUs is 34°C. The pRRU5913 and pRRU5918 are two
exceptions, whose temperature differential threshold is 27°C.

4.1.2.4 Leaving

If any of the following conditions is met, the pRRUs in the deep dormancy state exit this state
and the eNodeB restores the CRS power of the cell to the original values:
 The period specified by the EnodebMpruEs.MpruDormancyStartTime and
EnodebMpruEs.MpruDormancyStopTime parameters ends.
 The downlink PRB usage of the cell is greater than the
EnodebMpruEs.MpruDormancyDlPrbUsageThld parameter value plus 5.
 A retained active pRRU of the cell becomes unavailable.

When the pRRUs exit the deep dormancy state because a retained active pRRU of the cell becomes unavailable, the
eNodeB will select pRRUs again for entry into the deep dormancy state.

4.2 Network Analysis

4.2.1 Benefits

Scheduled Mode

You are advised to enable pRRU deep dormancy in scheduled mode when there are no service
requirements at night in indoor scenarios deployed with LampSite base stations. This function
helps reduce device power consumption in such indoor space as shopping malls, office buildings,
and subway stations.
 When a LampSite base station has 96 pRRUs and they all enter the deep dormancy state, 35% to
40% energy can be saved for this base station. You can monitor the eNodeB power consumption
using the counter described in Table 4-1.
Table 4-1 eNodeB power consumption counter

Counter ID Counter Name Description

1593835637 VS.EnergyCons.BTS.Adding.LTE Sum of power consumption of

all boards in the LTE

The overall effect of using pRRU deep dormancy depends on how long there are no services and
on the size of the area with no services.
 The longer there are no services, the more power is saved.
 When the area with no services is larger, more pRRUs can enter the deep dormancy state.

Intelligent Mode

You are advised to enable pRRU deep dormancy in intelligent mode when LampSite base
stations are deployed to provide indoor coverage, there is light traffic in a consecutive period of
time, and the indoor coverage integrity needs to be ensured. This function helps reduce device
power consumption in the preceding scenario.
When there are few partitions indoors, about one-third of the pRRUs of a base station can enter
the deep dormancy state and 5% to 10% energy can be saved for this base station. When there
are more partitions indoors, the signal penetration capability is poorer, fewer pRRUs can enter
the deep dormancy state, and less energy can be saved.
4.2.2 Impacts

Network Impacts

 Scheduled mode
The signal strength in an area with some pRRUs in the deep dormancy state will decrease
because these pRRUs do not transmit signals. UE service quality may deteriorate, and there
may be service drops and access failures.
When normal cells are in the same carrier aggregation (CA) group as an MPRU aggregation
cell, if all of the pRRUs of the MPRU aggregation cell enter the deep dormancy state, the
normal cells will report ALM-29243 Cell Capability Degraded alarms. If this is the case, CA
cannot provide maximum gains.
 Intelligent mode
When pRRU deep dormancy in intelligent mode takes effect, the downlink RSRP of indoor
coverage at certain cell edges may slightly decrease but is still greater than or equal to the
value of the EnodebMpruEs.MpruDormancyMinimumRsrp parameter. As a result, the downlink
peak throughput of the cells may decrease.
Function Impacts

Functions related to pRRU deep dormancy in intelligent mode

RAT Function Function Switch Reference Description

Name

FDD Intelligent CellShutdown.CellShutdownSwitch Energy When both pRRU

Conservation
TDD power-off and
deep dormancy
of Emission and intelligent
carriers Reduction power-off of
in the carriers in the
same same coverage
coverage are enabled, the
function that
meets its
triggering
conditions first
takes effect. Only
after this function
is exited, can the
other function
take effect.

FDD RF CellRfShutdown.RfShutdownSwitch Energy When both pRRU

channel Conservation deep dormancy in
TDD and
intelligent Emission intelligent mode
shutdown Reduction and RF channel
intelligent
shutdown meet
their triggering
conditions, only
pRRU deep
dormancy in
intelligent mode
takes effect.

FDD Smart SMART_CARRIER_SELECTION_SW Multi-carrier Enabling pRRU

Unified
TDD carrier option of the
Scheduling
deep dormancy
selection MultiCarrUnifiedSch.MultiCarrierUnifiedSchSw affects the
based on parameter progress of virtual
virtual grid model
grids building.

FDD MLB CellAlgoSwitch.MlbAlgoSwitch Intra-RAT When a cell

Mobility Load providing basic
TDD Balancing
coverage in
pRRU deep
dormancy in
 RAT Function Function Switch Reference Description
Name

intelligent mode
serves as a
candidate cell for
MLB, the load of
this cell increases
due to load
balancing. As a
result, the
probability of
exiting the deep
dormancy state
increases and the
energy saving
gains may be
affected.

FDD Virtual Virtual4T4RSwitch option of the Virtual 4T4R Virtual 4T4R no

4T4R CellAlgoSwitch.EmimoSwitch parameter (FDD) longer takes
effect when some
pRRUs enter the
deep dormancy
state.

TDD Downlink CellAlgoSwitch.DMIMOAlgoSwitch D-MIMO Downlink D-

D-MIMO (TDD) MIMO does not
take effect when
some pRRUs
enter the deep
dormancy state.

pRRU deep dormancy in scheduled mode does not have impacted functions.
4.3 Requirements

4.3.1 Licenses

Scheduled Mode

RAT Feature ID Feature Name Model Sales Unit

FDD LOFD-130202 pRRU Deep Dormancy LT1SDORMAN00 Per pRRU

TDD TDLOFD-131202 pRRU Deep Dormancy LT4SPRRUDD00 Per pRRU

If a LampSite eNodeB is RFA-capable, there are no license requirements for the RFA mode. For
example, in the LTE FDD + GSM (RFA via MERC) scenario, this function can take effect as
 long as an FDD license item is available. No additional license items are required for RFA. RFA
is short for Radio Frequency Access, and MERC is short for Multi Extended Radio Frequency
Card.

Intelligent Mode

RAT Feature ID Feature Name Model Sales Unit

FDD LOFD-130202 pRRU Deep Dormancy LT1SDORMAN00 Per pRRU

TDD TDLOFD-131202 pRRU Deep Dormancy LT4SPRRUDD00 Per pRRU

4.3.2 Software

Before activating this function, ensure that its prerequisite functions have been activated and
mutually exclusive functions have been deactivated. For detailed operations, see the relevant
feature documents.

Prerequisite Functions

None

Mutually Exclusive Functions

Functions that do not work with pRRU deep dormancy in intelligent mode

RAT Function Name Function Switch Reference

FDD OTDOA-based OtdoaSwitch option of the LCS

TDD positioning ENodeBAlgoSwitch.LcsSwitch
parameter and
NB_OTDOA_SWITCH option
of the
CellLcsCfg.CellLcsSwitch
parameter

FDD NB-IoT network None None

deployment

All functions are compatible with pRRU deep dormancy in scheduled mode.
4.3.3 Hardware

Base Station Models

DBS3900 and DBS5900 LampSite eNodeBs (including BBU+DCU3910 for RF signal input) are
compatible with this function.
Boards

The UMPT is compatible with this function.

RF Modules

The pRRU3902/pRRU3907/pRRU3911/pRRU3912/pRRU3916/pRRU3917 and 5900 series

pRRUs support this function.
To enable pRRU deep dormancy in intelligent mode, pRRUs with embedded antennas need to be
used for indoor coverage. If pRRUs connected to external antennas are used for indoor coverage,
you are not advised to enable pRRU deep dormancy in intelligent mode. This is because the cell
coverage cannot be ensured after some pRRUs enter the deep dormancy state.
4.3.4 Networking

Scheduled Mode

All RATs in a multimode base station must support pRRU deep dormancy for the function to
take effect for LTE. For example, for a UMTS and LTE multimode base station, pRRU deep
dormancy must also be enabled for UMTS during the same period so that this function can take
effect for LTE.
For a UMTS and LTE multimode base station, the UMTS NodeB must be upgraded to RAN20.1
or later.
In pRRU cascading scenarios, the first-level pRRUs do not support deep dormancy.
pRRU deep dormancy is not recommended if the pRRUs serve NB-IoT carriers. If this function
is used, data transmission of NB-IoT UEs may be affected.

Intelligent Mode

The following requirements must be met for pRRU deep dormancy in intelligent mode:
 If an eNodeB operates on multiple LTE frequencies, cells on these frequencies must cover the
same area and the cell on the frequency providing basic coverage must be configured as a
neighboring cell of other inter-frequency cells. If an inter-frequency cell is an LAA cell or a
cell involved in downlink CA, the cell providing basic coverage does not need to be
configured as a neighboring cell of the inter-frequency cell.
 The bandwidth of the cell on the frequency providing basic coverage must be 20 or 15 MHz.
 pRRU deep dormancy in intelligent mode is not used for indoor, densely distributed, and
heavily loaded base stations with multiple frequencies not covering the same area.
 In intelligent mode, the number of pRRUs in a sector equipment group cannot exceed 16.
 For a separate-MPT UMTS and LTE multimode base station, pRRU deep dormancy in
scheduled mode for the entire base station must be configured on the UMTS side, with the
dormancy period being the same as that set for the LTE side.
 In pRRU cascading scenarios, the first-level pRRUs do not support deep dormancy.
  This feature does not apply to the scenario where LTE and NR share RF modules.
4.3.5 Others

You are not advised to enable both pRRU deep dormancy in scheduled mode and pRRU deep
dormancy in intelligent mode during the same period. Otherwise, indoor coverage problems may
occur.
4.4 Operation and Maintenance

4.4.1 Data Configuration

4.4.1.1 Data Preparation

Table 4-2 describes the parameters used for activation of pRRU deep dormancy in scheduled
mode.
Table 4-2 Parameters used for activation of pRRU deep dormancy in scheduled mode
Parameter Name Parameter ID Setting Notes

Dormancy Switch RRU.DORMANCYSW Set this parameter to ON.

Dormancy Start RRU.DORMANCYSTARTTIME You are advised to set this parameter to the
Time beginning of a period when there are no
services.

Dormancy Stop RRU.DORMANCYSTOPTIME You are advised to set this parameter to the
Time end of a period when there are no services.

Table 4-3 describes the parameters used for activation of pRRU deep dormancy in intelligent
mode.
Table 4-3 Parameters used for activation of pRRU deep dormancy in intelligent mode
Parameter Parameter ID Setting Notes
Name

MPRU EnodebMpruEs.MpruDormancyDlEarfcn It is recommended that this

Dormancy parameter be set to an EARFCN
Downlink in the 2300 MHz band for TDD
EARFCN and to an EARFCN in the 1800
MHz band for FDD if multiple
frequencies are configured for
an eNodeB.

MPRU EnodebMpruEs.MpruDormancyStartTime You are advised to set this

Dormancy parameter to the beginning of a
Start Time period at night when there is a
light traffic load.
 Parameter Parameter ID Setting Notes
Name

MPRU EnodebMpruEs.MpruDormancyStopTime You are advised to set this

Dormancy parameter to the end of a period
Stop Time when there is a light traffic load.

MPRU EnodebMpruEs.MpruDormancyMinimumRsrp Set this parameter to its

Dormancy recommended value.
Minimum
RSRP

MPRU EnodebMpruEs.MpruDormancyDlPrbUsageThld Set this parameter to its

Dormancy recommended value.
Downlink
PRB Usage
Threshold

SRS SRSCfg.SrsCfgInd Set this parameter to

Configuration BOOLEAN_TRUE for FDD
Indicator cells.

FDD SRS SRSCfg.FddSrsCfgMode Set this parameter to

Configuration DEFAULTMODE for FDD cells.
Mode

4.4.1.2 Using MML Commands

Activation Command Examples

//Activating pRRU deep dormancy in scheduled mode

MOD RRU: CN=0, SRN=60, SN=0, DORMANCYSW=ON, DORMANCYSTARTTIME=22&00&00,
DORMANCYSTOPTIME=08&00&00;
//Activating pRRU deep dormancy in intelligent mode
MOD ENODEBMPRUES: MpruDormancyDlEarfcn=38950,
MpruDormancyStartTime=20&00&00, MpruDormancyStopTime=08&00&00,
MpruDormancyMinimumRsrp=-115, MpruDormancyDlPrbUsageThld=10;
//Setting SRS information for FDD cells for pRRU deep dormancy to take
effect in intelligent mode
MOD SRSCFG: LocalCellId=0, SrsCfgInd=BOOLEAN_TRUE,
FddSrsCfgMode=DEFAULTMODE;

Deactivation Command Examples

//Deactivating pRRU deep dormancy in scheduled mode

MOD RRU: CN=0, SRN=60, SN=0, DORMANCYSW=OFF;
//Deactivating pRRU deep dormancy in intelligent mode
MOD ENODEBMPRUES: MpruDormancyDlEarfcn=-1;

4.4.1.3 Using the CME

For detailed operations, see CME-based Feature Configuration.

 4.4.2 Activation Verification

pRRU Deep Dormancy in Scheduled Mode

//Querying the pRRU deep dormancy status

LST RRU: CN=0, SRN=60, SN=0;
DSP RRU: CN=0, SRN=60, SN=0;
If the value of the Dormancy Switch parameter is ON in the output of the preceding commands,
pRRU deep dormancy in scheduled mode has taken effect.
Feature query using the CME returns results on a per eNodeB basis. If none of the pRRUs of an
eNodeB is enabled with pRRU deep dormancy, the feature status on the CME is OFF. If pRRU
deep dormancy is enabled on any pRRUs of an eNodeB, the feature status on the CME is ON.

pRRU Deep Dormancy in Intelligent Mode

You can run the DSP ENODEBMPRUDORMANCY command to query which pRRUs are in
the deep dormancy state according to the selection result. The Dormancy State is ENABLED
for pRRUs in the deep dormancy state and DISABLED for pRRUs not in the deep dormancy
state.
//Querying the eNodeB-level MPRU deep dormancy status
DSP ENODEBMPRUDORMANCY:;
The result is shown as follows:
+++ HUAWEI 2018-10-16 16:32:44
O&M #806354975
%%DSP ENODEBMPRUDORMANCY:;%%
RETCODE = 0 Operation succeeded.
Display ENODEBMPRUDORMANCY State
----------------------
MPRU Cabinet Number MPRU Subrack Number MPRU Slot Number Dormancy State

0 60 0 ENABLED
0 61 0 DISABLED
...
(Number of results = xxx)
--- END

4.4.3 Network Monitoring

You can monitor the eNodeB power consumption using the counter described in Table 4-4. The
VS.EnergyCons.BTS.Adding.RFA counter needs to be monitored only when the eNodeB is RFA-
capable.
Table 4-4 eNodeB power consumption counter
Counter ID Counter Name Description

1593835637 VS.EnergyCons.BTS.Adding.LTE Sum of power consumption of all

boards in the LTE
 Counter ID Counter Name Description

1593835801 VS.EnergyCons.BTS.Adding.RFA Sum of power consumption of all

boards in the RFA

5 RF Channel Intelligent Shutdown

RF channel intelligent shutdown enables the eNodeB to shut down some of the transmit channels
in the cell when the cell has no services or has a low volume of services.
Figure 5-1 RF channel intelligent shutdown

5.1 Principles

RF channel intelligent shutdown is controlled by the CellRfShutdown.RfShutdownSwitch

parameter and this parameter can have the following settings:
 When this parameter is set to OFF, RF channels will not be shut down.
 When this parameter is set to ON and the trigger conditions are met, some RF channels will
be shut down.
 When this parameter is set to DETECTION, the eNodeB only measures the time when RF
channel intelligent shutdown can be triggered, but does not shut down RF channels. This
approach helps operators evaluate the potential RF channel intelligent shutdown duration and
determine whether this feature should be enabled. Due to traffic fluctuations on the live
network, the estimated duration and the actual effective duration may differ. To reduce this
deviation, the uplink and downlink PRB usage offsets cannot be set to excessively small
values.
When this parameter is set to ON, the eNodeB triggers, executes, and exits RF channel
intelligent shutdown within the period specified by the CellRfShutdown.StartTime and
CellRfShutdown.StopTime parameters.
 5.1.1 Triggering

Triggering Conditions for FDD Cells

An FDD cell will enter the RF channel intelligent shutdown state only when the cell meets all of
the following conditions:
 All transmit channels of the cell work properly.
 For a cell under a macro cell with a downlink bandwidth higher than 10 MHz, the number of
RRC_CONNECTED UEs in the cell is less than or equal to the CellRfShutdown.UENumThd
parameter value.
 For a macro cell with a downlink bandwidth of 10 MHz or a cell under a micro cell, there are
no RRC_CONNECTED UEs in the cell.
 The uplink and downlink PRB usages of the cell do not exceed their respective PRB usage
thresholds.
 The uplink PRB usage threshold is specified by the CellRfShutdown.UlPrbThd parameter.
 The downlink PRB usage threshold is specified by the CellRfShutdown.DlPrbThd
parameter.
 No UEs are performing voice services in the cell. This requirement applies only when the
RRC_CONNECTED UE number threshold is set to a value greater than 0.
 The cell-specific reference signal (CRS) transmit power can be increased.
After RF channel intelligent shutdown takes effect, CRS transmit power needs to be increased
to ensure coverage.
 The cell is not in a penalty period.
To prevent ping-pong RF channel shutdown, the eNodeB starts a penalty timer of 30 minutes
when the cell meets specific conditions upon exit from the RF channel intelligent shutdown
state. The cell will not re-enter the RF channel intelligent shutdown state during this penalty
period, even if the preceding triggering conditions are met.
 If the cell is a LampSite cell, the cell is not in the pRRU deep dormancy state in intelligent
mode.
The eNodeB imposes a penalty if a cell meets any of the following conditions upon exit from RF
channel intelligent shutdown state:
 For a macro cell with a downlink bandwidth higher than 10 MHz, the number of
RRC_CONNECTED UEs in the cell is greater than the CellRfShutdown.UENumThd
parameter value.
 For a macro cell with a downlink bandwidth of 10 MHz or a micro cell, there are
RRC_CONNECTED UEs in the cell.
 The PRB usage of the cell exceeds the corresponding threshold.
 The power is limited in the downlink.
  UEs are performing voice services in the cell.
For micro eNodeBs, RF Channel Intelligent Shutdown takes effect only when the cell is not
processing any services.
For macro and LampSite eNodeBs, RF Channel Intelligent Shutdown can also take effect when
cell load is light. Macro and LampSite eNodeBs can identify UE service types. This feature does
not take effect when there are UEs performing voice services in the cell.

Triggering Conditions for TDD Cells

In TDD, there are two policies used to determine the conditions for entering the RF channel
intelligent shutdown state. The conditions vary with the policies specified by the
CellRfShutdown.RfShutdownJudgingPolicy parameter:
 When this parameter is set to PRB, the eNodeB determines whether a cell enters or exits the
RF channel intelligent shutdown state based on the uplink and downlink PRB usages. A cell
meeting all of the following conditions will enter the RF channel intelligent shutdown state:
 2T2P/4T4P cell: There are no RRC_CONNECTED UEs in the cell.
 8T2P/8T4P/4T2P/64T2P cell: The uplink and downlink PRB usages of the cell do not
exceed their respective thresholds.
 The uplink PRB usage threshold is specified by the CellRfShutdown.UlPrbThd
parameter.
 The downlink PRB usage threshold is specified by the CellRfShutdown.DlPrbThd
parameter.
 When the CellRfShutdown.RfShutdownJudgingPolicy parameter is set to
PRB_AND_UE_NUMBER, the eNodeB determines whether a cell enters or exits the RF
channel intelligent shutdown state based on the uplink and downlink PRB usages as well as
the number of RRC_CONNECTED UEs. A cell meeting all of the following conditions will
enter the RF channel intelligent shutdown state:
 The number of RRC_CONNECTED UEs in the cell does not exceed the
RRC_CONNECTED UE number threshold specified by the CellRfShutdown.UENumThd
parameter.
 The uplink and downlink PRB usages of the cell do not exceed their respective thresholds.
This requirement applies only when the RRC_CONNECTED UE number threshold is set
to a value greater than 0.
 The uplink PRB usage threshold is specified by the CellRfShutdown.UlPrbThd
parameter.
 The downlink PRB usage threshold is specified by the CellRfShutdown.DlPrbThd
parameter.
In addition to the preceding conditions, the following conditions must also be met before the
eNodeB shuts down transmit channels:
 The CRS transmit power can be increased.
 After RF channel intelligent shutdown takes effect, CRS transmit power needs to be increased
to ensure coverage.
 The cell is not in a penalty period.
To prevent ping-pong RF channel shutdown, a penalty timer of 30 minutes is started when the
cell exits the RF channel intelligent shutdown state. The cell will not re-enter the RF channel
intelligent shutdown state during this penalty period, even if the preceding triggering
conditions are met.
 If the cell is a LampSite cell, the cell is not in the pRRU deep dormancy state in intelligent
mode.
 For a 2T, 4T, or 8T cell, all of the RF channels in the cell are functioning properly.
 For a 64T cell, there are two CRS ports, the calibration channel is not faulty, and there are no
more than four faulty RF channels in the cell. In addition, the value of the
BFANT.CoverageScenario parameter cannot be EXPANDSCENARIO_1,
EXPANDSCENARIO_2, or EXPANDSCENARIO_3.
5.1.2 eNodeB Actions

The eNodeB shuts down some RF channels based on the following rules:
 For a 2T2P cell, the eNodeB shuts down the transmit channel of Port 1. The transmit channel
of Port 0 still works.
 For a 4T4P cell, the eNodeB shuts down the transmit channels of Ports 1 and 2. The transmit
channels of Ports 0 and 3 still work.
 In a cell where the number of transmit channels is greater than the value of the
Cell.CrsPortNum parameter, a port corresponds to multiple transmit channels. If this is the
case, the eNodeB shuts down half of the transmit channels for each port.
After shutting down certain RF channels, the eNodeB increases the CRS transmit power to keep
the coverage area unchanged. The amount by which the CRS transmit power will be increased is
specified by the CellRfShutdown.RsPwrAdjOffset parameter. After increasing the CRS transmit
power, the eNodeB automatically changes the number of required symbols for the physical
downlink control channel (PDCCH) to 3.
5.1.3 Leaving

Leaving Conditions for FDD Cells

Cells exit the RF channel intelligent shutdown state when any of the following conditions is met:
 The CellRfShutdown.RfShutdownSwitch parameter is changed to OFF.
 The RF channel intelligent shutdown period specified by the CellRfShutdown.StartTime and
CellRfShutdown.StopTime parameters ends.
 The eNodeB detects that the common channel transmit power is limited.
 Faults occur on active RF channels.
  The number of RRC_CONNECTED UEs in the cell exceeds the RRC_CONNECTED UE
number threshold.
 For macro cells with a downlink bandwidth higher than 10 MHz, the RRC_CONNECTED
UE number threshold is determined by the CellRfShutdown.UENumThd parameter.
 For macro cells with a downlink bandwidth higher than 5 MHz but lower than or equal to
10 MHz or micro cells, the RRC_CONNECTED UE number threshold is always 0.
 A UE performing voice services accesses the cell where the RRC_CONNECTED UE number
threshold is not 0.
 The uplink PRB usage of the cell is greater than the sum of the CellRfShutdown.UlPrbThd
and CellRfShutdown.UlPrbOffset parameter values.
 The downlink PRB usage of the cell is greater than the sum of the CellRfShutdown.DlPrbThd
and CellRfShutdown.DlPrbOffset parameter values.

Leaving Conditions for TDD Cells

Cells exit the RF channel intelligent shutdown state when any of the following conditions is met:
 The CellRfShutdown.RfShutdownSwitch parameter is changed to OFF.
 The RF channel intelligent shutdown period specified by the CellRfShutdown.StartTime and
CellRfShutdown.StopTime parameters ends.
 The eNodeB detects that the common channel transmit power is limited.
 Faults occur on active RF channels.
 When the CellRfShutdown.RfShutdownJudgingPolicy parameter is set to PRB, the leaving
conditions are as follows:
 2T2P/4T4P cell: Any RRC_CONNECTED UE accesses the cell.
 8T2P/8T4P/4T2P/64T2P cell: The cell exits the RF channel intelligent shutdown state
when either of the following conditions is met:
 The uplink PRB usage of the cell is greater than the sum of the
CellRfShutdown.UlPrbThd and CellRfShutdown.UlPrbOffset parameter values.
 The downlink PRB usage of the cell is greater than the sum of the
CellRfShutdown.DlPrbThd and CellRfShutdown.DlPrbOffset parameter values.
 When the CellRfShutdown.RfShutdownJudgingPolicy parameter is set to
PRB_AND_UE_NUMBER, the leaving conditions vary with the RRC_CONNECTED UE
number threshold:
 If the RRC_CONNECTED UE number threshold is 0, the cell exits the RF channel
intelligent shutdown state when a new RRC_CONNECTED UE accesses the cell.
 If the RRC_CONNECTED UE number threshold is greater than 0, the cell exits the RF
channel intelligent shutdown state when any of the following conditions is met:
  The number of RRC_CONNECTED UEs in the cell exceeds the RRC_CONNECTED
UE number threshold.
 The uplink PRB usage of the cell is greater than the sum of the
CellRfShutdown.UlPrbThd and CellRfShutdown.UlPrbOffset parameter values.
 The downlink PRB usage of the cell is greater than the sum of the
CellRfShutdown.DlPrbThd and CellRfShutdown.DlPrbOffset parameter values.
When the eNodeB exits the RF channel intelligent shutdown state, channel calibration is
immediately triggered for 8T cells, and the antenna weighting is restored to its original value.
5.2 Network Analysis

5.2.1 Benefits

RF channel intelligent shutdown reduces the power consumption of the eNodeB. For a 2T cell or
a cell with more transmit antennas, it is recommended that this feature be enabled during off-
peak hours when the cell is lightly loaded.
You are not advised to use this feature when UEs are in high-speed mobility states.
When multiple carriers share the same PA, the PA can be shut down only when all the carriers
are powered off. If RF channels are shut down only for the LTE carrier but not for other carriers
sharing the same PA, the PA cannot be shut down. In such a case, there will be no power saving
gains.
To prevent energy saving–triggered shutdown from affecting the lifespan of RF modules, the RF
modules may exit the energy saving state when their own temperature differential exceeds a
specified threshold within 24 hours. Energy saving gains decrease in this case.
5.2.2 Impacts

Network Impacts

The network is not affected when there is no RRC_CONNECTED UEs.

When the RRC_CONNECTED UE number threshold is greater than 0, the Cell Downlink Average
Throughput and peak throughput of the cell may decrease. This is because there might be a
number of RRC_CONNECTED UEs in the cell when it enters the RF channel intelligent
shutdown state to shut down some of its RF channels. In such a case, these RRC_CONNECTED
UEs have to roll back to TM2 transmission mode (except for UEs in a 64T TDD cell), which
decreases their downlink diversity gains.
In a CA-enabled cell, the number of CA UEs configured with an SCell is included in the number
of UEs of the cell when the eNodeB determines whether the cell enters or exits RF channel
intelligent shutdown state. Given the same UE number threshold, the cell is more likely to exit
the RF channel intelligent shutdown state when the penetration rate of CA UEs is high.
When an RF channel is shut down, the eNodeB changes the number of symbols allocated to the
PDCCH to 3. As a result, more RBs are occupied by the PUCCH, and this increased RB usage
will be reflected in the L.ChMeas.PRB.UL.Used.Avg counter value.
 System information will be updated when cells enter or exit the RF channel intelligent shutdown
state, increasing the value of the L.Paging.UU.SIUpdate counter.
In a TDD 8T cell or 64T cell, if the channel calibration port is not shut down, channels that have
been shut down have no impact on channel calibration.
When enabling RF channel intelligent shutdown, you also need to set the following parameters:
 CellDlpcPdschPa.PaPcOff: This parameter must be set to at least –3 dB. This parameter
affects the maximum configurable TX power and the number of RBs available after RF
channels are shut down.
 CellPdcchAlgo.ComSigCongregLv: This parameter must be set to CONGREG_LV4. This
parameter affects the number of control channel elements (CCEs) that can be transmitted over
the physical downlink control channel (PDCCH).
 CellDlSchAlgo.RarAndPagingCR: This parameter must be set to at least 0.05. This parameter
affects the coding rate of random access response messages and paging messages.
 CellChPwrCfg.PchPwr: This parameter must be set to a value equaling
CellDlpcPdschPa.PaPcOff plus 3 dB. This parameter affects the power used for sending
paging messages on the physical downlink shared channel (PDSCH).
 CellAlgoSwitch.DlPcAlgoSwitch: The PhichPwrRestrictSwitch option must be selected for
TDD to prevent the power from exceeding the maximum allowed value after RF channel
intelligent shutdown takes effect.
 eNBCellRsvdPara.RsvdSwPara6: The RsvdSwPara6_bit22 option must be selected for
TDD to prevent deterioration of KPIs after RF channel intelligent shutdown takes effect. The
affected KPIs include RRC connection setup success rate and service drop rate. For details
about this reserved parameter, see 13 Parameters.

Function Impacts

RAT Function Function Switch Reference Description

Name

FDD Power None None RF channel intelligent shu

TDD control increases the transmit pow
for reference signals.

FDD MIMO None MIMO It may take a while for rela

TDD RF channels to shut down
RF channel intelligent shu
is triggered. During this pe
the eNodeB does not adju
transmission mode for UE
whose transmission mode
already been adjusted.
RAT Function Function Switch Reference Description
Name

FDD Intelligent CellShutdown.CellShutdownSwitch Energy A cell where RF channel

Conservation
TDD power-off of and
intelligent shutdown is ena
carriers in Emission enters the intelligent powe
the same Reduction of carriers in the same
coverage coverage mode when the
fulfills the conditions for
triggering intelligent powe
of carriers in the same
coverage.

FDD pRRU deep EnodebMpruEs.MpruDormancyDlEarfcn Energy When both pRRU deep

Conservation
TDD dormancy in and
dormancy in intelligent mo
intelligent Emission and RF channel intelligen
mode Reduction shutdown meet their resp
triggering conditions, only
pRRU deep dormancy tak
effect.

FDD Dynamic CellAlgoSwitch.DynAdjVoltSwitch Energy If the triggering conditions

Conservation
TDD voltage and
this function and dynamic
adjustment Emission voltage adjustment are bo
Reduction met, this function will take
but dynamic voltage adjus
will not.

FDD Low power CellLowPower.LowPwrSwitch Energy A cell in the RF channel

Conservation
TDD consumption and
intelligent shutdown state
mode Emission cannot enter the low powe
Reduction consumption mode.

FDD ETWS None ETWS If the

TDD CellRfShutdown.RsPwrAd
parameter is set to a valu
FDD CMAS CellAlgoSwitch.CmasSwitch CMAS other than 0, the number
TDD RBs available for downlin
scheduling decreases bec
the CRS transmit power
increases. In this case, th
maximum allowed size of
warning notifications that
cell can broadcast will be
reduced. Any warning
notification larger than the
maximum allowed size wi
to be broadcast to UEs.
RAT Function Function Switch Reference Description
Name

FDD Dynamic CellDynPowerSharing.DynamicPowerSharingSwitch Dynamic Dynamic power sharing d

power Power not work for cells in the R
TDD Sharing
sharing Between channel intelligent shutdo
between LTE Carriers state.
LTE carriers

FDD Smart SMART_CARRIER_SELECTION_SW option of Multi-carrier When RF channel intellige

the MultiCarrUnifiedSch.MultiCarrierUnifiedSchSw Unified
TDD carrier Scheduling
shutdown is triggered in th
selection parameter local cell, sample collectio
based on virtual grids for neighborin
virtual grids cells is affected.

FDD Channel Joint channel calibration: MIMO For a cell in the RF chann
TDD calibration RruJointCalParaCfg.TxChnCalSwitch intelligent shutdown state
Downlink-only module channel calibration (FDD): channel calibration fails, o
RruJointCalParaCfg.AauPassivePortCalibPeriod functions that depend on
channel calibration may n
function properly. In addit
message indicating a failu
be displayed on the
maintenance and testing
used for channel calibratio

FDD eMTC CellEmtcAlgo.EmtcAlgoSwitch eMTC When eMTC is enabled, t

introduction overhead of eMTC system
information will increase t
power insufficiency proba
RF channel intelligent shu
is less likely to be triggere
affecting the power saving
gains.

TDD Atmospheric CellRicAlgo.DuctDLSubfrmShutoffSwitch Interference When the atmospheric du

duct Detection downlink subframe shutdo
and
downlink Suppression function is in effect, cells
subframe already in the RF channel
shutdown intelligent shutdown state
immediately exit and will n
longer enter this state.

TDD Optimized CellRicAlgo.DuctDLSubfrmShutoffOptSw Interference When the optimized

atmospheric Detection atmospheric duct downlin
and
duct Suppression subframe shutdown funct
downlink in effect, cells already in t
subframe channel intelligent shutdo
shutdown
 RAT Function Function Switch Reference Description
Name

state immediately exit and

no longer enter this state.

TDD Downlink D- DmimoJTSwitch option of the D-MIMO Inter-RRU channel calibra

MIMO CellAlgoSwitch.DMIMOAlgoSwitch parameter (TDD) will fail if RF channel intel
shutdown is enabled.

TDD Inter-cell InterCellDmimoJTSwitch option of the D-MIMO If a cell in an inter-cell D-M

downlink D- CellAlgoSwitch.DMIMOAlgoSwitch parameter (TDD) cluster enters the RF chan
MIMO intelligent shutdown state
RRU channel calibration f
and the inter-cell D-MIMO
cluster is disabled.

5.3 Requirements

5.3.1 Licenses

RAT Feature ID Feature Name Model Sales Unit

FDD LOFD- RF Channel LT1S0RFCIS00 Per Cell

001039 Intelligent
Shutdown

TDD TDLOFD- RF Channel LT1STRFCIS00 Per Cell

001039 Intelligent
Shutdown

5.3.2 Software

Before activating this function, ensure that its prerequisite functions have been activated and
mutually exclusive functions have been deactivated. For detailed operations, see the relevant
feature documents.

Prerequisite Functions

None

Mutually Exclusive Functions

RAT Function Name Function Switch Reference Description

FDD OTDOA-based OtdoaSwitch option of the LCS None

TDD positioning ENodeBAlgoSwitch.LcsSwitch parameter
RAT Function Name Function Switch Reference Description

and NB_OTDOA_SWITCH option of the

CellLcsCfg.CellLcsSwitch parameter

FDD Load CELLSIMULOAD MO configured None When at least one

TDD simulation CELLSIMULOAD MO is
configured, RF channel
intelligent shutdown does
not take effect.

FDD Unlimited- UsUeGuaranteeSwitch, SfCtrlAsScell, None With the

TDD service UE and SfCtrlAsInterNcell options of the UsUeGuaranteeSwitch
guarantee CellUSParaCfg.UsAlgoSwitch parameter option selected, the cell
does not enter the RF
channel intelligent
shutdown state if either
the SfCtrlAsScell or
SfCtrlAsInterNcell
option is selected.

FDD LTE in-band Prb.DeployMode NB-IoT In LTE in-band

deployment Basics deployment scenarios,
(FDD)
intelligent shutdown of
RF channels in FDD cells
affects NB-IoT carriers
and affects services for
some UEs in NB-IoT
cells. Therefore, RF
channel intelligent
shutdown does not work
with LTE in-band
deployment.

FDD Intelligent InterRatCellShutdown.ForceShutdownSwitch Energy None

power-off of Conservation
and
carriers in the Emission
same Reduction
coverage as
UMTS
networks

FDD Massive MASSIVE_MIMO_Ph2 option of the Massive RF channel intelligent

MIMO eUCellSectorEqm.CellBeamMode parameter MIMO (FDD) shutdown is not
introduction supported in massive
MIMO sector split
scenarios.
RAT Function Name Function Switch Reference Description

TDD Intra- None Soft Split None

frequency split Resource
Duplex
(TDD)

TDD Enhanced MBSFNShutDownSwitch option of the Energy When the enhanced

symbol power CellAlgoSwitch.DlSchSwitch parameter Conservation symbol power saving
and
saving Emission function is in effect, cells
Reduction already in the RF
channel intelligent
shutdown state
immediately exit and will
no longer enter this state.

TDD Massive None Massive When RF channel

MIMO MIMO (TDD) intelligent shutdown is
enabled, the
BfAnt.CoverageScenario
parameter cannot be set
to SCENARIO_13,
EXPANDSCENARIO_1,
EXPANDSCENARIO_2,
or
EXPANDSCENARIO_3
in 32T32R massive
MIMO scenarios.
When RF channel
intelligent shutdown is
enabled, the
BfAnt.CoverageScenario
parameter cannot be set
to
EXPANDSCENARIO_1,
EXPANDSCENARIO_2,
or
EXPANDSCENARIO_3
in 64T64R massive
MIMO scenarios.

FDD UMTS and UL_SPECTRUM_SHARING option of the UMTS and After UMTS and LTE
LTE Spectrum SpectrumCloud.SpectrumCloudSwitch LTE Spectrum Sharing is
Spectrum
Sharing (LTE parameter Sharing enabled, if the
FDD) PDSCHCfg.CellPowerLimit
parameter is set to a
value greater than 0, the
maximum transmit power
of a single channel in the
LTE cell is limited. If this
 RAT Function Name Function Switch Reference Description

is the case, UMTS and

LTE Spectrum Sharing
does not work with RF
channel intelligent
shutdown.

FDD CRS port AutoRecfgSwitch parameter in the STR MIMO When the RF channel
mapping CRSPORTOPTDET command intelligent shutdown
detection and function is enabled
reconfiguration together with the CRS
port mapping detection
and reconfiguration
function, the CRS port
detection result is
inaccurate. Enabling both
functions is not
recommended.

5.3.3 Hardware

Base Station Models

For FDD, there are no requirements for base station models.

For TDD, the following base stations are compatible with this function:
 3900 and 5900 series base stations
 DBS3900 LampSite and DBS5900 LampSite
 BTS3912E

Boards

None

RF Modules

The RF modules serve only LTE carriers.

RF channel intelligent shutdown cannot be performed when only one PA works properly (that is,
only one RF channel is available).
RF channel intelligent shutdown is not recommended when a pRRU5920 is connected to an
external antenna to provide indoor coverage in the Light Site solution.

Cells

The cell bandwidth is more than 5 MHz.

 For FDD, each cell uses two or four transmit antennas. In SFN scenarios, all physical cells use
two transmit antennas or all physical cells use four transmit antennas.
For TDD, each cell uses two or more transmit antennas. In SFN scenarios, all physical cells use
two transmit antennas or all physical cells use more transmit antennas.
5.3.4 Others

None
5.4 Operation and Maintenance

5.4.1 Data Configuration (FDD)

5.4.1.1 Data Preparation

Table 5-1 describes the parameters used for function activation.

Table 5-1 Parameters used for activation
Parameter Name Parameter ID Setting Notes

RF intelligent shutdown CellRfShutdown.RfShutdownSwitch You are advised to set this

switch parameter to ON.

Start time CellRfShutdown.StartTime Set this parameter to its

recommended value.

Stop time CellRfShutdown.StopTime Set this parameter to its

recommended value.

Reference signal CellRfShutdown.RsPwrAdjOffset Set this parameter to its

power adjust offset recommended value.

Downlink PRB CellRfShutdown.DlPrbThd A value less than or equal to 8 is

threshold recommended.

Uplink PRB threshold CellRfShutdown.UlPrbThd

Downlink PRB offset CellRfShutdown.DlPrbOffset The value 12 is recommended.

It is recommended that the
Uplink PRB offset CellRfShutdown.UlPrbOffset feature exit thresholds be set to
values less than or equal to 20.
If the thresholds exceed 20, this
feature cannot exit because the
actual uplink or downlink PRB
usage does not reach the
respective exit threshold when
the physical power is restricted
after RF channels are shut
down. The feature exit threshold
for the uplink or downlink equals
the sum of the uplink or downlink
 Parameter Name Parameter ID Setting Notes

PRB threshold and the

associated offset.

UE Number Threshold CellRfShutdown.UENumThd  For cells with a bandwidth of

10 MHz or 15 MHz, the
default value is
recommended.
 For cells with more than 15
MHz of bandwidth:
If this parameter is set to a
larger value, cells are more
likely to enter the RF channel
intelligent shutdown state,
saving more energy.
 If energy saving is a major
concern, set this
parameter to a value up to
20. A larger value
indicates better energy
saving results.
 If service stability is a
major concern, set this
parameter to a value no
greater than 10. If this
parameter is set to 0, RF
channel intelligent
shutdown can be triggered
only when there are no
RRC_CONNECTED UEs
in the cell. This minimizes
impacts on service
stability. However, the
energy saving gains are
also minimal.

PA for even power CellDlpcPdschPa.PaPcOff It is recommended that this

distribution parameter be set to a value
greater than or equal to –3 dB.

SignalCongregateLevel CellPdcchAlgo.ComSigCongregLv The value CONGREG_LV4 is

recommended.

Code Rate for Random CellDlSchAlgo.RarAndPagingCR It is recommended that this

Access Response and parameter be set to a value
Paging Message greater than or equal to 0.05.
 Parameter Name Parameter ID Setting Notes

PCH power CellChPwrCfg.PchPwr It is recommended that this

parameter be set to the
CellDlpcPdschPa.PaPcOff
parameter value plus 3 dB.

5.4.1.2 Using MML Commands

Activation Command Examples

//Configuring the PA value

MOD CELLDLPCPDSCHPA: LocalCellId=0,PaPcOff=DB_3_P_A;
//Configuring the CCE aggregation level for common control signaling
MOD CELLPDCCHALGO: LocalCellId=0,ComSigCongregLv=CONGREG_LV4;
//Configuring the code rate for random access response messages and paging
messages
MOD CELLDLSCHALGO: LocalCellId=0,RarAndPagingCR=117;
//Configuring the PCH power (to the PaPcOff parameter value plus 3 dB)
MOD CELLCHPWRCFG: LocalCellId=0,PchPwr=xxx;
//Activating RF channel intelligent shutdown
MOD CELLRFSHUTDOWN: LocalCellId=0, RfShutdownSwitch=ON, StartTime=00&00&00,
StopTime=06&00&00, RsPwrAdjOffset=3, DlPrbThd=8, UlPrbThd=8, DlPrbOffset=12,
UlPrbOffset=12, UENumThd=5;

Deactivation Command Examples

//Deactivating RF channel intelligent shutdown

MOD CELLRFSHUTDOWN: LocalCellId=0, RfShutdownSwitch=OFF;

5.4.1.3 Using the CME

For detailed operations, see CME-based Feature Configuration.

5.4.2 Data Configuration (TDD)

5.4.2.1 Data Preparation

Table 5-2 describes the parameters used for function activation.

Table 5-2 Parameters used for activation
Parameter Name Parameter ID Setting Notes

RF intelligent shutdown CellRfShutdown.RfShutdownSwitch You are advised to turn on this switch.

switch

Start time CellRfShutdown.StartTime Set this parameter to its recommended

value.

Stop time CellRfShutdown.StopTime Set this parameter to its recommended

value.
 Parameter Name Parameter ID Setting Notes

Reference signal CellRfShutdown.RsPwrAdjOffset Set this parameter to its recommended

power adjust offset value.

Downlink PRB CellRfShutdown.DlPrbThd A value less than or equal to 8 is

threshold recommended.

Uplink PRB threshold CellRfShutdown.UlPrbThd

Downlink PRB offset CellRfShutdown.DlPrbOffset The value 12 is recommended.

It is recommended that the feature exit
Uplink PRB offset CellRfShutdown.UlPrbOffset thresholds be set to values less than or
equal to 20. If the thresholds exceed 20,
this feature cannot exit because the
actual uplink or downlink PRB usage
does not reach the respective exit
threshold when the physical power is
restricted after RF channels are shut
down. The feature exit threshold for the
uplink or downlink equals the sum of the
uplink or downlink PRB threshold and the
associated offset.

UE Number Threshold CellRfShutdown.UENumThd  For cells with a bandwidth of 10 MHz

or 15 MHz, the default value is
recommended.
 For cells with a bandwidth of higher
than 15 MHz:
If this parameter is set to a larger
value, cells are more likely to enter the
RF channel intelligent shutdown state,
saving more energy.
 If energy saving is a major concern,
set this parameter to a value up to
20. A larger value indicates better
energy saving results.
 If service stability is a major
concern, set this parameter to a
value no greater than 10. If this
parameter is set to 0, RF channel
intelligent shutdown can be
triggered only when there are no
RRC_CONNECTED UEs in the
cell. This minimizes impacts on
service stability. However, the
energy saving gains are also
minimal.
 Parameter Name Parameter ID Setting Notes

RF Intelligent CellRfShutdown.RfShutdownJudgingPolicy The value PRB_AND_UE_NUMBER is

Shutdown Judging recommended.
Policy

PA for even power CellDlpcPdschPa.PaPcOff It is recommended that this parameter be

distribution set to a value greater than or equal to –3
dB.

SignalCongregateLevel CellPdcchAlgo.ComSigCongregLv The value CONGREG_LV4 is

recommended.

Code Rate for Random CellDlSchAlgo.RarAndPagingCR It is recommended that this parameter be

Access Response and set to a value greater than or equal to
Paging Message 0.05.

PCH power CellChPwrCfg.PchPwr It is recommended that this parameter be

set to the CellDlpcPdschPa.PaPcOff
parameter value plus 3 dB.

Downlink power control CellAlgoSwitch.DlPcAlgoSwitch This parameter is required only in LTE

algorithm switch TDD. It is recommended that the
PhichPwrRestrictSwitch option be
selected.

RsvSw6 eNBCellRsvdPara.RsvdSwPara6 This parameter is required only in LTE

TDD. It is recommended that the
SYMBOL_0_POWER_CHECK_OPT_SW
option be selected.

5.4.2.2 Using MML Commands

Activation Command Examples

//Configuring the PA value

MOD CELLDLPCPDSCHPA: LocalCellId=0,PaPcOff=DB_3_P_A;
//Configuring the CCE aggregation level for common control signaling
MOD CELLPDCCHALGO: LocalCellId=0,ComSigCongregLv=CONGREG_LV4;
//Configuring the code rate for random access response messages and paging
messages
MOD CELLDLSCHALGO: LocalCellId=0,RarAndPagingCR=117;
//Configuring the PCH power (to the PaPcOff parameter value plus 3 dB)
MOD CELLCHPWRCFG: LocalCellId=0,PchPwr=xxx;
//Configuring the PHICH power restriction switch
MOD CELLALGOSWITCH: LocalCellId=0,DlPcAlgoSwitch=PhichPwrRestrictSwitch-1;
//Configuring the reserved switch
MOD ENBCELLRSVDPARA: LocalCellId=0,RsvdSwPara6=RsvdSwPara6_bit22;
//Activating RF channel intelligent shutdown
 MOD CELLRFSHUTDOWN: LocalCellId=0, RfShutdownSwitch=ON,
RfShutdownJudgingPolicy=PRB_AND_UE_NUMBER, StartTime=00&00&00,
StopTime=06&00&00, RsPwrAdjOffset=3, DlPrbThd=8, UlPrbThd=8, DlPrbOffset=12,
UlPrbOffset=12, UENumThd=5;

Deactivation Command Examples

//Deactivating RF channel intelligent shutdown

MOD CELLRFSHUTDOWN: LocalCellId=0, RfShutdownSwitch=OFF;

5.4.2.3 Using the CME

 Fast batch activation

This function can be batch activated using the Feature Operation and Maintenance function of
the CME. For detailed operations, see the following section in the CME product
documentation or online help: CME Management > CME Guidelines > Enhanced Feature
Management > Feature Operation and Maintenance.
 Single/batch configuration
This function can be activated for a single eNodeB or a batch of eNodeBs on the CME. For
detailed operations, see CME-based Feature Configuration.
5.4.3 Activation Verification

1. Run the DSP CELL command to check the value of the Cell power save state parameter. If
it is CELL_PWRSAVE_RFSHD, this function has taken effect.
2. (Optional) If RF channel intelligent shutdown does not take effect, run the DSP
CELLRFSHUTDOWN command to query the current status of RF channel intelligent
shutdown and the cause why the cell did not enter the RF channel intelligent shutdown state
or exited this state.
5.4.4 Network Monitoring

Benefit Monitoring

You can check how long RF channel intelligent shutdown has taken effect by monitoring the
counters listed in Table 5-3.
Table 5-3 Counters related to RF channel intelligent shutdown

RF intelligent Counter ID Counter Name Description

shutdown
switch Value

DETECTION 1526746656 L.ChMeas.DFEE.OppRFOFF.Dur Duration in which RF

channel intelligent
shutdown can be
triggered
 RF intelligent Counter ID Counter Name Description
shutdown
switch Value

ON 1526728150 L.ChMeas.DFEE.RFOFF.Dur Duration of RF channel

intelligent shutdown

You can monitor eNodeB power consumption using the counter described in Table 5-4. On the
live network, you can compare one-week eNodeB power consumption before and after the
function is enabled to evaluate the energy saving gains of this function.
Table 5-4 eNodeB power consumption counter

Counter ID Counter Name Description

1593835637 VS.EnergyCons.BTS.Adding.LTE Sum of power consumption of all

boards in the LTE

Possible Issues

When a cell cannot enter the RF channel intelligent shutdown state as expected, perform the
following operations:
Run the DSP CELLRFSHUTDOWN command to query the current status of RF channel
intelligent shutdown and the reason why the cell did not enter the RF channel intelligent
shutdown state or exited this state. Table 5-5 and Table 5-6 describe the values of Current status
about RF intelligent shutdown and Latest exiting cause about RF intelligent shutdown in
the command output, respectively.
Table 5-5 Causes indicated by the current status about RF channel intelligent shutdown

Cause Value Description

RF_INTELLIGENT_SHUTDOWN(Entering The cell is in the RF channel intelligent shutdown

the RF channel intelligent shutdown state) state.

UE_CONNECTED_EXCEED(Not entering The number of RRC_CONNECTED UEs in the

because the number of UEs in connected cell is greater than the RRC_CONNECTED UE
mode exceeds threshold) number threshold.

LCS_ENABLED(Not entering because The OtdoaSwitch option of the

LCS is enabled) ENodeBAlgoSwitch.LcsSwitch parameter or the
NB_OTDOA_SWITCH option of the
CellLcsCfg.CellLcsSwitch parameter is selected.

DELAY_FOR_PUNISHMENT(Not When a cell exits the RF channel intelligent

entering because the state is delayed.) shutdown state, a penalty period of 30 minutes
starts. After the penalty period elapses, the
 Cause Value Description

eNodeB determines whether to enter the RF

channel intelligent shutdown state again.

WRONG_REQ_FOR_PA_CCE(Not The cell bandwidth is less than or equal to 5 MHz.

entering because the cell bandwidth, PA However, RF channel intelligent shutdown
value, or CCE aggregation level for requires that the cell bandwidth be greater than 5
common signaling does not meet MHz.
requirements) The CellDlpcPdschPa.PaPcOff parameter is set to
a value less than –3 dB.
The CellPdcchAlgo.ComSigCongregLv parameter
is not set to CONGREG_LV4.

WRONG_ANTENNAS_NUM(Not entering Fewer than two antennas are working. RF

because the number of antennas does not channel intelligent shutdown requires at least two
meet requirements) antennas.
On the alarm management console, check
whether ALM-29243 Cell Capability Degraded is
reported. If this alarm is reported, clear this alarm.

POWER_INFSUFFICIENT(Not entering The power is limited in the downlink. This occurs

because the power is insufficient) when the CellDlSchAlgo.RarAndPagingCR
parameter is set to a value too small or the
system information overhead is too large.

SWITCH_OFF(Not entering because the The CellRfShutdown.RfShutdownSwitch

switch is turned off) parameter is set to OFF.

OTHERS(Not entering because of other The cell does not enter the RF channel intelligent
reasons) shutdown state. The possible causes are as
follows:
 The system time is not within the period of RF
channel intelligent shutdown.
 The current cell is unavailable.
 Functions that do not work with RF channel
intelligent shutdown, for example, unlimited-
service UE guarantee, are enabled.
 The cell is already in another energy saving
state, for example, intelligent power-off of
carriers in the same coverage or low power
consumption mode.

MBSFN_ENABLED(Not entering because Both of the following options are selected:

MBSFN shutdown switch and symbol  SymbolShutdownSwitch option of the
shutdown switch are all enabled) ENodeBAlgoSwitch.PowerSaveSwitch
parameter
 Cause Value Description

 MBSFNShutDownSwitch option of the

CellAlgoSwitch.DlSchSwitch parameter

QCI1_UE_EXIST(Not entering because There are UEs using voice services in the cell.
the existence of QCI=1 UEs)

RB_RATIO_EXCEED(Not entering The PRB usage does not meet the following
because the UL/DL PRB ratio exceeds the conditions:
PRB threshold)  The uplink PRB usage of the cell is less than or
equal to the CellRfShutdown.UlPrbThd
parameter value.
 The downlink PRB usage of the cell is less
than or equal to the CellRfShutdown.DlPrbThd
parameter value.

SLAVE_CELL_NOT_OK(Not entering The auxiliary cell in an inter-BBU SFN cell is

because Slave cell is not ok.) abnormal.

IN_DETECTION_MODE(RF intelligent The CellRfShutdown.RfShutdownSwitch

shutdown is in the detection mode.) parameter is set to DETECTION.

Table 5-6 Latest exiting causes about RF intelligent shutdown

Cause Value Description

SWITCH_TURN_OFF(The switch is The CellRfShutdown.RfShutdownSwitch parameter

turned off) is set to OFF.

TIME_EXPIRES(Time expires) The system time is later than the stop time.

UE_CONNECTED_EXCEED(The The number of RRC_CONNECTED UEs in the cell

number of UEs in connected mode is greater than the RRC_CONNECTED UE
exceeds threshold) number threshold.

POWER_INSUFFICIENT(The power is The power is limited in the downlink.

insufficient)

INITIAL_ENTERING(None (Initial If the value of the Current status about RF

entering)) intelligent shutdown parameter is Entering the
RF channel intelligent shutdown state and that
of the Latest exiting cause about RF intelligent
shutdown parameter is None (Initial entering),
the cell is in RF channel intelligent shutdown state.
If the value of the Current status about RF
intelligent shutdown parameter is not Entering
the RF channel intelligent shutdown state and
that of the Latest exiting cause about RF
 Cause Value Description

intelligent shutdown parameter is None (Initial

entering), the cell has never entered the RF
channel intelligent shutdown state.

LOAD_SIMULATION_ENABLE(Load Load simulation is enabled in the cell.

simulation is enabled)

LCS_ENABLED(LCS is enabled) The OtdoaSwitch option of the

ENodeBAlgoSwitch.LcsSwitch parameter or the
NB_OTDOA_SWITCH option of the
CellLcsCfg.CellLcsSwitch parameter is selected.

OTHERS(Other reasons) The possible causes are as follows:

 The current cell is unavailable.
 Functions that do not work with RF channel
intelligent shutdown, for example, unlimited-
service UE guarantee, are enabled.

MBSFN_ENABLED(MBSFN shutdown Both of the following options are selected:

switch and symbol shutdown switch are  SymbolShutdownSwitch option of the
all enabled) ENodeBAlgoSwitch.PowerSaveSwitch
parameter
 MBSFNShutDownSwitch option of the
CellAlgoSwitch.DlSchSwitch parameter

QCI1_UE_EXIST(The existence of There are UEs using voice services in the cell.
QCI=1 UEs)

RB_RATIO_EXCEED(The UL/DL PRB The uplink PRB usage of the cell is greater than
ratio exceeds the PRB threshold) the CellRfShutdown.UlPrbThd parameter value.
The downlink PRB usage of the cell is greater than
the CellRfShutdown.DlPrbThd parameter value.

SLAVE_CELL_NOT_OK(Slave cell is not The auxiliary cell in an inter-BBU SFN cell is

ok) abnormal.

6 Adaptive Power Consumption

6.1 Principles

Adaptive power consumption includes the following functions:

 Dynamic voltage adjustment
This function adjusts the PA working voltage based on cell load to reduce PA power
consumption and improve eNodeB energy efficiency.
 RF module regular time sleep mode (FDD)
The eNodeB instructs the RF modules to enter the sleep mode in the specified period. RF
module regular time sleep mode is supported only by FDD.
Micro and LampSite eNodeBs only support RF module regular time sleep mode. Macro
eNodeBs also support dynamic voltage adjustment.
6.1.1 Dynamic Voltage Adjustment

The dynamic voltage adjustment function is enabled when the DynAdjVoltSwitch option of the
CellAlgoSwitch.DynAdjVoltSwitch parameter is selected.
Dynamic voltage adjustment can be used only in macro eNodeBs. To use dynamic voltage
adjustment, ensure that the cell parameter settings meet both of the following requirements:
 The CellDlpcPdschPa.PaPcOff parameter must be set to at least –3 dB. This parameter affects
the maximum configurable TX power and the number of RBs available after dynamic voltage
adjustment takes effect.
 The CellPdcchAlgo.ComSigCongregLv parameter must be set to CONGREG_LV4. This
parameter affects the amount of downlink control information (DCI) that can be transmitted
over the PDCCH.
6.1.1.1 Triggering

When this function is enabled, the eNodeB adjusts PA working voltage based on the cell load.
The cell enters the dynamic voltage adjustment mode when there are no RRC_CONNECTED
UEs for 10 minutes.
6.1.1.2 eNodeB Actions

After the cell enters the dynamic voltage adjustment mode, the power of the downlink physical
channels may be limited. To reduce the power limitation probability, the eNodeB changes the
number of PDCCH symbols in a cell to 3.
6.1.1.3 Leaving

When there are UEs in the cell, the cell exits the dynamic voltage adjustment mode. The eNodeB
restores the number of required symbols for the PDCCH and sets the PA working voltage to the
value required by the maximum transmit power.
The cell also exits the dynamic voltage adjustment mode if dynamic voltage adjustment is
disabled.
6.1.2 RF Module Regular Time Sleep Mode (FDD)

With this function, all of the RF modules of an eNodeB enter the sleep mode in specified periods
and all related cells are automatically shut down. This function can be enabled using the
eNodeBAutoPowerOff.AutoPowerOffSwitch parameter. The sleep time and wake-up time are
 configured using the eNodeBAutoPowerOff.PowerOffTime and
eNodeBAutoPowerOff.PowerOnTime parameters.
RF modules can change from any other energy saving mode to the sleep mode. When RF module
regular time sleep mode takes effect, among all energy conservation and emission reduction
functions, only power consumption monitoring can take effect.
When the triggering conditions for this function and dynamic voltage adjustment are both met,
only this function will take effect.

When RF modules enter the sleep mode, cells are deactivated and the RF modules do not transmit power. When RF
modules exit the sleep mode, the cells are automatically reactivated and the RF modules transmit power is restored.
The modules do not need to be restarted.

6.1.2.1 Triggering

In specified sleep mode periods, all cells of the eNodeB are disabled and the RF modules enter
the sleep mode.
6.1.2.2 eNodeB Actions

During the specified sleep mode periods, the eNodeB shuts down all of its cells. When the
periods end, the eNodeB re-enables them.
6.1.2.3 Leaving

When the specified sleep mode periods end, the eNodeB enables all cells and the RF modules
exit the sleep mode.
6.2 Network Analysis

6.2.1 Benefits

Adaptive power consumption is recommended when there are no UEs on the network during a
specific period of time. Enabling this function reduces the power consumption of the eNodeBs.
To prevent energy saving–triggered shutdown from affecting the lifespan of RF modules, the RF
modules may exit the energy saving state when their own temperature differential exceeds a
specified threshold within 24 hours. Energy saving gains decrease in this case.
6.2.2 Impacts

Network Impacts

 Dynamic voltage adjustment

This function does not affect UEs. It is used when there is no RRC_CONNECTED UE in the
cell. The cell exits dynamic voltage adjustment once a UE accesses it.
After a cell enters dynamic voltage adjustment, the eNodeB changes the number of symbols
allocated to the PDCCH to 3. As a result, more RBs are occupied by the PUCCH, and this
increased RB usage will be reflected in the L.ChMeas.PRB.UL.Used.Avg counter value.
  RF module regular time sleep mode (FDD)
A cell in RF module regular time sleep mode cannot provide services properly. UEs in its
coverage area cannot access the cell.

Function Impacts

RAT Function Name Function Switch Reference Description

FDD Enhanced MBSFNShutDownSwitch option of the Energy When

CellAlgoSwitch.DlSchSwitch parameter Conservation
TDD symbol power and Emission
enhanced
saving Reduction symbol power
saving is in
effect, cells
already in the
dynamic
voltage
adjustment
state
immediately
exit and will no
longer enter
this state.

FDD Load CELLSIMULOAD MO configured None When both

TDD simulation dynamic
voltage
adjustment
and load
simulation are
enabled, load
simulation
preferentially
takes effect.
Specifically,
when load
simulation is
enabled, cells
exit the
dynamic
voltage
adjustment
mode and will
not re-enter it
even if trigger
conditions are
met. Cells can
enter the
dynamic
voltage
RAT Function Name Function Switch Reference Description

adjustment
mode only if
load
simulation
stops.

FDD ETWS/CMAS CellEmergencyArea.EmergencyAreaId ETWS/CMAS In RF module

TDD regular time
sleep mode,
RF modules
are turned off
and on, as
scheduled by
the operator.
When RF
modules are
turned off, the
corresponding
cells cannot
provide
services.
Warning
notifications
cannot be
delivered to
UEs in these
cells.

FDD RF channel CellRfShutdown.RfShutdownSwitch Energy If the

Conservation
TDD intelligent and Emission
triggering
shutdown Reduction conditions for
this function
and dynamic
voltage
adjustment are
both met, this
function will
take effect but
dynamic
voltage
adjustment will
not.

FDD Intelligent CellShutdown.CellShutdownSwitch Energy If the

Conservation
TDD power-off of and Emission
triggering
carriers in the Reduction conditions for
this function
RAT Function Name Function Switch Reference Description

same and dynamic

coverage voltage
adjustment are
both met, this
function will
take effect but
dynamic
voltage
adjustment will
not.

FDD Low power CellLowPower.LowPwrSwitch Energy During the

Conservation
TDD consumption and Emission
transitional
mode Reduction period of the
low power
consumption
mode,
dynamic
voltage
adjustment
can still take
effect. When
the transitional
period elapses
and the
eNodeB takes
further actions
to lower the
power
consumption,
dynamic
voltage
adjustment no
longer takes
effect.

FDD Smart carrier SMART_CARRIER_SELECTION_SW Multi-carrier Enabling RF

selection option of the Unified module
Scheduling
based on MultiCarrUnifiedSch.MultiCarrierUnifiedSchSw regular time
virtual grids parameter sleep mode
affects the
progress of
virtual grid
model
building.
RAT Function Name Function Switch Reference Description

FDD Intelligent InterRatCellShutdown.ForceShutdownSwitch Energy If the

power-off of Conservation triggering
and Emission
carriers in the Reduction conditions for
same this function
coverage as and dynamic
UMTS voltage
networks adjustment are
both met, this
function will
take effect but
dynamic
voltage
adjustment will
not.

FDD CRS port AutoRecfgSwitch parameter in the STR MIMO In RF module

mapping CRSPORTOPTDET command regular time
detection and sleep mode,
reconfiguration CRS port
mapping
detection and
reconfiguration
are not
supported. If
the conditions
for entering
RF module
regular time
sleep mode
are met in a
cell
undergoing
CRS port
mapping
detection, the
cell will enter
RF module
regular time
sleep mode
and the
detection will
be interrupted.

FDD eMTC CellEmtcAlgo.EmtcAlgoSwitch eMTC When eMTC is

introduction enabled, the
overhead of
 RAT Function Name Function Switch Reference Description

eMTC system
information will
increase the
power
insufficiency
probability.
Dynamic
voltage
adjustment is
less likely to
be triggered,
affecting the
power saving
gains.

6.3 Requirements

6.3.1 Licenses

RAT Feature ID Feature Name Model Sales Unit

FDD LOFD-001025 Adaptive Power LT1S000ACP00 per cell

Consumption

TDD TDLOFD-151205 Adaptive Power LT4SAPCTLTDD per cell

Control

NB-IoT MLOFD-001025 Adaptive Power ML1S000ACP00 per cell

Consumption

6.3.2 Software

Before activating this function, ensure that its prerequisite functions have been activated and
mutually exclusive functions have been deactivated. For detailed operations, see the relevant
feature documents.

Prerequisite Functions

None

Mutually Exclusive Functions

 RAT Function Function Switch Reference Description
Name

FDD OTDOA- OtdoaSwitch option of the LCS When OTDOA-based

TDD based ENodeBAlgoSwitch.LcsSwitch positioning of LCS is in
positioning parameter and effect, cells already in
NB_OTDOA_SWITCH option the dynamic voltage
of the adjustment state
CellLcsCfg.CellLcsSwitch immediately exit and
parameter will no longer enter this
state.

FDD Inter- Cell.EuCellStandbyMode SFN Dynamic voltage

TDD eNodeB adjustment does not
SFN based work with this function.
on eNodeB
coordination

FDD Massive None Massive MIMO None

MIMO (FDD)
TDD
introduction Massive MIMO
(TDD)

FDD LTE in-band Prb.DeployMode NB-IoT Basics Dynamic voltage

deployment (FDD) adjustment requires
that the cell bandwidth
be higher than 5 MHz.
However, the NB-IoT
cell bandwidth is 180
kHz.
Therefore, dynamic
voltage adjustment
does not work with the
LTE in-band
deployment function.

6.3.3 Hardware

Base Station Models

For FDD, there are no requirements for base station models.

For TDD, 3900 and 5900 series base stations are compatible with this function.
For NB-IoT, the following base stations are compatible with this function:
 3900 and 5900 series base stations
 DBS3900 LampSite and DBS5900 LampSite
 BTS3911E
  BTS3912E

Boards

None

RF Modules

Ensure that the RF modules meet the following requirements before enabling dynamic voltage
adjustment:
 The RF modules must be LTE-only modules or multimode modules that have been configured
for LTE only.
 Each RF module works on a single carrier.
 If this feature is used with the RRU3268 or RRU3260, the RF module should be configured
with the maximum power. Otherwise, this feature is not recommended.
 For FDD, the RF module cannot be RRU3964 or AAU5726, which does not support dynamic
voltage adjustment.
 For TDD, the RF module must be the AAU5271 working in the 2.6 GHz band (Band 38).
Only such a TDD RF module supports dynamic voltage adjustment.

Cells

Dynamic voltage adjustment requires that the cell bandwidth be higher than 5 MHz.
6.3.4 Networking

None
6.3.5 Others

None
6.4 Operation and Maintenance

6.4.1 Data Configuration

6.4.1.1 Data Preparation

Table 6-1 and Table 6-2 describe the parameters used for function activation.
Table 6-1 Parameters used for activation of dynamic voltage adjustment
RAT Parameter Parameter ID Setting Notes
Name

FDD Local cell CellAlgoSwitch.LocalCellId None

TDD ID

FDD Dynamic CellAlgoSwitch.DynAdjVoltSwitch You are advised to turn on this switch.

TDD adjust
 RAT Parameter Parameter ID Setting Notes
Name

voltage
algorithm
switch

Table 6-2 Parameters used for activation of RF module regular time sleep mode (FDD)
Parameter Parameter ID Setting Notes
Name

RF module eNodeBAutoPowerOff.AutoPowerOffSwitch Turn on this switch if cells of the

sleep eNodeB do not need to provide
switch services in certain periods.

RF module eNodeBAutoPowerOff.PowerOffTime Retain the default value.

sleep start
time

RF module eNodeBAutoPowerOff.PowerOnTime Retain the default value.

sleep stop
time

6.4.1.2 Using MML Commands

Activation Command Examples

 Dynamic voltage adjustment

MOD CELLALGOSWITCH: LocalCellId=0, DynAdjVoltSwitch=DynAdjVoltSwitch-1;

 RF module regular time sleep mode (FDD)

MOD ENODEBAUTOPOWEROFF: AutoPowerOffSwitch=ON, PowerOffTime=00&00&00,
PowerOnTime=06&00&00;

Deactivation Command Examples

 Dynamic voltage adjustment

MOD CELLALGOSWITCH: LocalCellId=0, DynAdjVoltSwitch=DynAdjVoltSwitch-0;

 RF module regular time sleep mode (FDD)

MOD ENODEBAUTOPOWEROFF: AutoPowerOffSwitch=OFF;

6.4.1.3 Using the CME

This function can be activated for a single eNodeB or a batch of eNodeBs on the CME. For
detailed operations, see CME-based Feature Configuration.
 For NB-IoT, this function can be batch activated on the CME. For detailed operations, see the
following section in the CME product documentation or online help: CME Management >
CME Guidelines > Enhanced Feature Management > Feature Operation and Maintenance.
6.4.2 Activation Verification

Dynamic Voltage Adjustment

1. Run the LST CELLALGOSWITCH command to verify that the Dynamic adjust voltage
algorithm switch parameter value is DynAdjVoltSwitch:On.
2. Check the number of users by performing a Users Statistic Monitoring task on the U2020.
Ensure that there are no RRC_CONNECTED UEs in the cell for 10 minutes.
3. Run the DSP CELL command to verify that the Cell power save state parameter value is
CELL_PWRSAVE_DYNADJVOLT.

RF Module Regular Time Sleep Mode (FDD)

1. Run the LST ENODEBAUTOPOWEROFF command to verify that the RF module sleep
switch parameter value is On.
2. Run the DSP TIME command to check whether the eNodeB has entered the power-off
period.
 If it has, go to 3.
 If it has not, wait till the specified time arrives.
3. One minute later, run the DSP ENODEBAUTOPOWEROFF command to verify that the
RF module sleep status parameter value is POWER_OFF.
4. Run the DSP TXBRANCH command to query the status of the TX channels. This function
is activated when the TX channels of all RF modules are disabled.
6.4.3 Network Monitoring

Compare the eNodeB power consumption data on the live network from one week before and
one week after a function is enabled to assess its energy saving gains.

Dynamic Voltage Adjustment

To monitor and evaluate the performance of this function, operators can view the following data
on the U2020:
VS.EnergyCons.BTS.Adding.LTE: power consumption of a macro eNodeB
When there is no traffic in a cell, if the eNodeB power consumption drops significantly after this
function is activated, dynamic voltage adjustment is delivering the expected performance.
Otherwise, dynamic voltage adjustment is underperforming.

RF Module Regular Time Sleep Mode (FDD)

 To monitor and evaluate the performance of this function, operators can view the following data
on the U2020:
 VS.EnergyCons.BTS.Adding.LTE: power consumption of macro, micro, or LampSite eNodeBs
If the counter value drops significantly after this function is activated, RF module regular time
sleep mode is delivering the expected performance. If it does not, RF module regular time
sleep mode is underperforming.
 Duration of cell unavailability due to energy saving
To monitor the length of time when energy saving functions are in effect for, operators can
check the value of the L.Cell.Unavail.Dur.EnergySaving counter on the U2020. For the meaning of
this counter, see Performance Counter Reference of eNodeBs.
There is a certain delay before the eNodeB powers off or powers on all its cells when the
triggering or leaving conditions are met. Therefore, the duration indicated by the
L.Cell.Unavail.Dur.EnergySaving counter is at most 60s greater than the duration specified by the
eNodeBAutoPowerOff.PowerOffTime and eNodeBAutoPowerOff.PowerOnTime parameters.
During the test, if an eNodeB for which RF module regular time sleep mode is enabled cannot
enter power-off mode, perform the following operations:
1. Run the DSP TIME command to display the eNodeB system time and check whether it is in
the range of the configured power-off period.
2. Wait until the power-off start time arrives.

7 Low Power Consumption Mode

7.1 Principles

When the eNodeB reports a power insufficiency or power failure alarm, or user intervention is
involved, cells enter the low power consumption mode to reduce the power consumption of the
RF modules and prolong the service time of the eNodeB. This function is controlled by the
CellLowPower.LowPwrSwitch parameter.
When there is a centralized power supply, all cells with this parameter set to ON will enter the
low power consumption mode. When the power supply is distributed, only cells that are
experiencing power failures on their RF modules and have the preceding parameter set to ON
will enter this mode.
uses the BTS3900 DC (–48 V) cabinet as an example to illustrate a centralized power
Figure 7-1
supply scenario.
Figure 7-1 Centralized power supply scenario

 A centralized power supply scenario is when main eNodeB components (the BBU and RFUs/RRUs) use the
same power supply system and backup power supply system. If the AC power supply becomes unavailable, the
same backup power supply system provides power for all RFUs/RRUs and BBU. The power alarms are
consistent if any.
 A distributed power supply scenario is when main eNodeB components (the BBU and RFUs/RRUs) use multiple
power supply systems and backup power supply systems. If the AC power supply becomes unavailable for some
devices, the corresponding backup power supply systems provide power for these devices, but the power supply
systems of other devices remain unchanged. The power alarms may be inconsistent for different devices.

7.1.1 Triggering

An eNodeB can enter the low power consumption mode automatically or manually:
 Automatically
The eNodeB enters the low power consumption mode if ALM-25622 Mains Input Out of
Range or a user-defined mains supply outage alarm is reported during a period specified by
the CellLowPower.StartTime and CellLowPower.StopTime parameters. To enable the eNodeB
to detect user-defined alarms, specify the following parameters:
MAINSALARMBIND.ISDSWITCH, MAINSALARMBIND.NMSACN,
MAINSALARMBIND.NMSASRN, MAINSALARMBIND.NMSASN, and
MAINSALARMBIND.NMSAPN.
 Manually
The eNodeB can be manually made to enter the low power consumption mode by setting the
CellLowPower.LowPwrOrder parameter is set to ON. If this parameter is set to ON, the cell
enters the low power consumption mode regardless of whether the system time is within the
specified time period or whether any relevant alarms are reported.
 7.1.2 eNodeB Actions

When the low power consumption mode is triggered, the eNodeB does not enter this mode
immediately. Instead, it continues working normally for a transitional period specified by the
CellLowPower.EnterTimeLen parameter. The eNodeB monitors ALM-25622 Mains Input Out of
Range, user-defined mains supply outage alarms, and any possible user intervention during this
period.
 If the related alarm is cleared, or the user cancels manual intervention within this period, the
eNodeB exits the low power consumption mode.
 If the related alarm persists or manual intervention continues within the transitional period,
the eNodeB will take further actions (shown in Figure 7-2) in sequence at the end of this period.
The eNodeB may take some or all of the actions until the conditions for exiting the low power
consumption mode are met.
Figure 7-2 eNodeB actions taken in low power consumption mode

The periods for lowering the transmit power for services in the cells, lowering the transmit power
for reference signals, and shutting down some transmit channels can be customized by users or
predefined by the eNodeB, according to the setting of the CellLowPower.BakPwrSavPolicy
parameter.
 When the CellLowPower.BakPwrSavPolicy parameter is set to CUSTOMIZED, users can use
the CellLowPower.CellUsedPwrReduceTimeLen, CellLowPower.RsPwrReduceTimeLen, and
CellLowPower.RfShutDownTimeLen parameters to set these periods.
 When the CellLowPower.BakPwrSavPolicy parameter is set to POLICY1, POLICY2, or
POLICY3, the periods are predefined by the eNodeB and not configurable. For example,
when the CellLowPower.BakPwrSavPolicy parameter is set to POLICY2, each of the periods
lasts 120 minutes.

Lowering Transmit Power for Services in the Cells

 When an eNodeB enters the low power consumption mode, it first lowers the transmit power of
the traffic channels in the cells and prohibits UE handovers from neighboring cells to the local
cell.
The length of time the transmit power of the traffic channels is lowered for can be specified by
the CellLowPower.CellUsedPwrReduceTimeLen parameter. The percentage of the total transmit
power normally available that can be used during this period can be specified by the
CellLowPower.CellUsedPwrRatio parameter.
When the period for lowering the transmit power for services expires, the eNodeB also lowers
the transmit power of reference signals.

Lowering Transmit Power for Reference Signals

The length of time the reference signal transmit power is lowered for can be specified by the
CellLowPower.RsPwrReduceTimeLen parameter. The decrease in the reference signal power can
be specified by the CellLowPower.RsPwrAdjOffset parameter.
During this stage, the eNodeB lowers the transmit power of the traffic channels and reference
signals simultaneously.
When the period for lowering the power of reference signals expires, the eNodeB shuts down
some of the transmit channels too.

Shutting Down Some Transmit Channels

The eNodeB lowers the transmit power of the traffic channels and reference signals and shuts
down some transmit channels. The eNodeB shuts down the transmit channels using a method
similar to RF channel intelligent shutdown. For details, see 5.1.2 eNodeB Actions.
The length of time the transmit channels are shut down for is specified by the
CellLowPower.RfShutDownTimeLen parameter.
The differences between shutting down some transmit channels in this case and RF channel
intelligent shutdown are as follows:
 Shutting down some transmit channels does not take the UEs in the cell and load of the cell
into consideration. The transmit channels will be shut down even if there are UEs in the cell.
 After the channels are shut down, the transmit power of other channels in the cell does not
increase.
When the shutdown period (specified by CellLowPower.RfShutDownTimeLen) expires, the
eNodeB also shuts down the carrier.

Shutting Down the Carriers

The eNodeB shuts down the carriers of the cells.

7.1.3 Leaving

The condition for exiting low power consumption mode depends on whether the eNodeB enters
this mode automatically or forcibly:
  If the eNodeB automatically enters the low power consumption mode due to an alarm, the
eNodeB exits this mode when any of the following conditions is met:
 The CellLowPower.LowPwrSwitch parameter is set to OFF.
 The period configured for the low power consumption mode elapses. This period is
specified by the CellLowPower.StartTime and CellLowPower.StopTime parameters.
 The alarm that caused the eNodeB to enter the low power consumption mode is cleared.
 If the eNodeB forcibly enters the low power consumption mode, the eNodeB exits this mode
when either of the following conditions is met:
 The CellLowPower.LowPwrOrder parameter is set to OFF.
 The CellLowPower.LowPwrSwitch parameter is set to OFF.
7.2 Network Analysis

7.2.1 Benefits

Low power consumption mode is recommended when the mains supply is unstable in centralized
power supply scenarios.
Power saving efficiency may decrease when two modes share the same PA. This is because the
PA can be shut down only when carriers for both modes are powered off. For example, if the
GSM and LTE modes use the same PA, the PA cannot be shut down if the LTE carrier is
powered off but the GSM carrier is not.
7.2.2 Impacts

Network Impacts

This feature has a negative impact on system capacity. If the carrier of a cell is shut down, it
cannot provide services.
This function enables an eNodeB to automatically enter the low power consumption mode when
ALM-25622 Mains Input Out of Range or a user-defined mains supply outage alarm is
generated, prolonging the eNodeB service time and the duration that the eNodeB is maintainable.
With this function, the transmit power of a cell may be lowered, or the cell may become
unavailable, affecting system capacity and network performance.

Function Impacts

RAT Function Name Function Switch Reference Description

FDD Scheduling None Scheduling When an

TDD eNodeB
enters the low
power
consumption
mode and
RAT Function Name Function Switch Reference Description

performs
operations as
described in
Lowering
Transmit Power
for Services in the
Cells, services
are scheduled
based on the
configured
maximum
transmit power
for services.

FDD Power control CellAlgoSwitch.DlPcAlgoSwitch Power When an

Control eNodeB
TDD CellAlgoSwitch.UlPcAlgoSwitch
enters the low
power
consumption
mode and
performs
operations as
described in
Lowering
Transmit Power
for Reference
Signals, the
eNodeB
lowers the
transmit power
of reference
signals for the
entire cell
based on the
adjustment
amount
configured for
the reference
signal transmit
power.

FDD Intelligent CellShutdown.CellShutdownSwitch Energy When a

Conservation
TDD power-off of and
capacity cell in
carriers in the Emission the intelligent
same Reduction power-off of
coverage carriers in the
same
coverage
mode meets
RAT Function Name Function Switch Reference Description

the conditions
for entering
the low power
consumption
mode, the cell
enters the low
power
consumption
mode only
after exiting
the intelligent
power-off of
carriers in the
same
coverage
mode.
If any co-
coverage
neighboring
basic cell of a
capacity cell is
in the low
power
consumption
mode, the
capacity cell
does not enter
the intelligent
power-off of
carriers in the
same
coverage
mode.

FDD RF channel CellRfShutdown.RfShutdownSwitch Energy A cell in the

Conservation
TDD intelligent and
low power
shutdown Emission consumption
Reduction mode cannot
enter the RF
channel
intelligent
shutdown
mode.

FDD Dynamic CellAlgoSwitch.DynAdjVoltSwitch Energy During the

Conservation
TDD voltage and
transitional
adjustment period of the
RAT Function Name Function Switch Reference Description

Emission low power

Reduction consumption
mode,
dynamic
voltage
adjustment
can still take
effect. When
the transitional
period elapses
and the
eNodeB takes
further actions
to lower the
power
consumption,
dynamic
voltage
adjustment no
longer takes
effect.

FDD MIMO Cell.TxRxMode MIMO When an

TDD eNodeB
enters the low
power
consumption
mode and
performs
operations as
described in
Shutting Down
Some Transmit
Channels, the
eNodeB
cannot work in
MIMO mode.

FDD Downlink cell CellAlgoSwitch.CellDlCoverEnhanceSwitch None Downlink cell

TDD coverage coverage
enhancement enhancement
does not take
effect when an
eNodeB
enters the low
power
consumption
mode.
RAT Function Name Function Switch Reference Description

FDD Dynamic CellDynPowerSharing.DynamicPowerSharingSwitch Dynamic Dynamic

Power
TDD power sharing Sharing
power sharing
between LTE Between does not work
carriers LTE Carriers for cells in the
low power
consumption
mode.

FDD Smart carrier SMART_CARRIER_SELECTION_SW option of Multi-carrier The progress

selection the MultiCarrUnifiedSch.MultiCarrierUnifiedSchSw Unified of virtual grid
Scheduling
based on parameter model building
virtual grids is affected
when the base
station enters
the low power
consumption
mode.

TDD RF module None RF Module A cell is in the

location Location low power
Identification
identification consumption
mode cannot
send location
sequences.

TDD Inter-cell InterCellDmimoJTSwitch option of the D-MIMO A cell within

downlink D- CellAlgoSwitch.DMIMOAlgoSwitch parameter (TDD) an inter-cell D-
MIMO MIMO cluster
cannot serve
as the JT
coordinating
cell and inter-
RRU channel
calibration
may fail when
it enters the
low power
consumption
mode. As a
result, the
inter-cell D-
MIMO cluster
is disabled.

FDD CRS port AutoRecfgSwitch parameter in the STR MIMO In low power
mapping CRSPORTOPTDET command consumption
 RAT Function Name Function Switch Reference Description

detection and mode, CRS

reconfiguration port mapping
detection and
reconfiguration
are not
supported. If
the conditions
for entering
low power
consumption
mode are met
in a cell
undergoing
CRS port
mapping
detection, the
cell will enter
low power
consumption
mode and the
detection will
be interrupted.

7.3 Requirements

7.3.1 Licenses

RAT Feature ID Feature Name Model Sales Unit

FDD LOFD-001040 Low Power Consumption LT1S00LPCM00 Per cell

Mode

TDD TDLOFD-001040 Low Power Consumption LT1ST0LPCM00 Per Cell

Mode

7.3.2 Software

Before activating this function, ensure that its prerequisite functions have been activated and
mutually exclusive functions have been deactivated. For detailed operations, see the relevant
feature documents.

Prerequisite Functions

None

Mutually Exclusive Functions

RAT Function Function Switch Reference Description
Name

FDD Inter- Cell.EuCellStandbyMode SFN None

TDD eNodeB
SFN based
on eNodeB
coordination

FDD Inter- CellAlgoSwitch.SfnUlSchSwitch SFN None

TDD eNodeB CellAlgoSwitch.SfnDlSchSwitch
adaptive Cell.EuCellStandbyMode
SFN/SDMA
based on
eNodeB
coordination

FDD Intelligent InterRatCellShutdown.ForceShutdownSwitch Energy None

power-off of Conservation
and
carriers in Emission
the same Reduction
coverage as
UMTS
networks

FDD Massive MASSIVE_MIMO_Ph2 option of the Massive Low power

MIMO eUCellSectorEqm.CellBeamMode parameter MIMO (FDD) consumption
introduction mode is not
supported in
massive MIMO
sector split
scenarios.

NB- LTE in-band Prb.DeployMode NB-IoT In LTE in-band

IoT deployment Basics deployment
(FDD)
scenarios,
enabling the
low power
consumption
mode function
in FDD cells
affects NB-IoT
carriers and
affects services
for some UEs in
NB-IoT cells.
Therefore, this
function does
 RAT Function Function Switch Reference Description
Name

not work with

LTE in-band
deployment.

7.3.3 Hardware

Base Station Models

For FDD, the following base stations are compatible with this function:
 3900 and 5900 series base stations
 BTS3911E
For TDD, 3900 and 5900 series base stations are compatible with this function.

Boards

None

RF Modules

Batteries and auxiliary cabinets are required.

Among all FDD micro eNodeBs, only the BTS3911E of 2x20 W supports the low power
consumption mode.
7.3.4 Others

None
7.4 Operation and Maintenance

7.4.1 Data Configuration

7.4.1.1 Data Preparation

Table 7-1 describes the parameters used for function activation.

Table 7-1 Parameters used for activation
RAT Parameter Parameter ID Setting Notes
Name

FDD Local cell ID CellLowPower.LocalCellId None

TDD
RAT Parameter Parameter ID Setting Notes
Name

FDD Low power CellLowPower.LowPwrSwitch You are advised to turn on this

TDD consumption switch.
mode switch

FDD Low power CellLowPower.LowPwrOrder Set this parameter to its

TDD consumption recommended value.
mode order

FDD Start time CellLowPower.StartTime The value 00:00:00 is

TDD recommended.

FDD Stop time CellLowPower.StopTime The value 23:59:59 is

TDD recommended.

FDD Cell used CellLowPower.CellUsedPwrReduceTimeLen Set this parameter to its

TDD power recommended value.
reduce time
length

FDD Reference CellLowPower.RsPwrReduceTimeLen Set this parameter to its

TDD signal power recommended value.
reduce time
length

FDD RF CellLowPower.RfShutDownTimeLen Set this parameter to its

TDD shutdown recommended value.
time length

FDD Cell used CellLowPower.CellUsedPwrRatio Set this parameter to its

TDD power ratio recommended value.
When a cell is heavily loaded,
setting this parameter to a
larger value saves less energy
but decreases the peak
throughput by a smaller
amount.
When a cell is lightly loaded,
setting this parameter to a
smaller value saves more
energy but decreases the
peak throughput by a larger
amount.

FDD Reference CellLowPower.RsPwrAdjOffset Set this parameter to its

TDD signal power recommended value.
adjust offset
RAT Parameter Parameter ID Setting Notes
Name

 Setting this parameter to a

smaller value, for example,
–5, results in a greater
reduction of reference
signal power. This saves
more energy, but greatly
reduces system coverage.
 Setting this parameter to a
larger value, for example, –
1, results in a modest
reduction of reference
signal power. This saves
less energy, but reduces
system coverage only
slightly.
Therefore:
If there are many cell center
users (CCUs), a smaller value
is recommended to save more
energy.
If there are many cell edge
users (CEUs), a larger value
is recommended to provide
better coverage.

FDD Time length CellLowPower.EnterTimeLen Set this parameter to its

TDD for entering recommended value.
the low
power
consumption
mode

FDD Back power CellLowPower.BakPwrSavPolicy If a multimode base station

TDD save policy uses the same set of storage
batteries to support services
of all RATs, there are four
possible scenarios for the E-
UTRAN cell:
 POLICY3: If the mains
supply is cut off, the
services of the E-UTRAN
cell are given the highest
priority.
 POLICY2: If the mains
supply is cut off, the
services of the E-UTRAN
 RAT Parameter Parameter ID Setting Notes
Name

cell are given a medium

priority.
 POLICY1: If the mains
supply is cut off, the
services of the E-UTRAN
cell are given the lowest
priority and the rated power
of this cell needs to be
decreased to save power
for cells of other RATs.
 CUSTOMIZED: This
setting allows the duration-
related parameters to be
customized for the E-
UTRAN cell.

For an FDD SFN cell, the entering and exiting of the low power consumption mode are triggered on a physical cell
basis in a distributed power supply scenario only when both the Cell used power reduce time length and
Reference signal power reduce time length parameters are set to 0.

If the power equipment for the eNodeB is not provided by Huawei, you must bind a user-defined
mains supply outage alarm to a specified port, as shown in Table 7-2.
Table 7-2 Parameters used for activation
RAT Parameter Parameter ID Setting Notes
Name

FDD Base MAINSALARMBIND.ISDSWITCH Specifies whether to enable the

TDD Station customization of a mains supply outage
Almport alarm.
Switch Recommended value: DISABLE

FDD Almport MAINSALARMBIND.NMSACN Specifies the cabinet number of the dry

TDD Cabinet contact that reports a mains supply
No. outage alarm.

FDD Almport MAINSALARMBIND.NMSASRN Specifies the subrack number of the dry

TDD Subrack contact that reports a mains supply
No. outage alarm.

FDD Almport MAINSALARMBIND.NMSASN Specifies the slot number of the dry

TDD Slot No. contact that reports a mains supply
outage alarm.
 RAT Parameter Parameter ID Setting Notes
Name

FDD Almport MAINSALARMBIND.NMSAPN Specifies the port number of the dry

TDD Port No. contact that reports a mains supply
outage alarm.

In distributed power supply scenarios in FDD, you must configure the power supply
relationships between RF units and power modules, as described in Table 7-3.
Table 7-3 Parameters used for activation
RAT Parameter Name Parameter ID Setting Notes

FDD Power Supply RRU.PSGID Specifies the ID of a power supply group,

Group ID which is formed by one or more RRUs or
RFUs that are served by the same power
system.
RRUs and RFUs served by the same power
system correspond to the same group ID, and
RRUs and RFUs served by different power
systems must be configured with different
group IDs. The default value of this parameter
is 0. Use the default value for RRUs or RFUs
that share the same power system as the
BBU.

If the RRU.PSGID value is inconsistent with the actual power supply relationships in FDD, triggering the low
power consumption mode may cause the RRUs or RFUs whose power supply is normal to enter this mode. In such a
case, the capacity of the corresponding cell may degrade, or this cell may be shut down and become unavailable.

7.4.1.2 Using MML Commands

Activation Command Examples

(Optional, required in distributed power supply scenarios) Configuring the power supply group
ID
MOD RRU: CN=0, SRN=60, SN=1, PSGID=1;
(Optional) Configuring a customized mains supply outage alarm for dry contacts
SET ALMPORT: CN=0, SRN=60, SN=1, PN=0, SW=ON, AID=65033, PT=BOOL, AVOL=LOW;
(Optional) Modifying the port binding relationship for the mains supply outage alarm
MOD NMSABIND: ISDSWITCH=ENABLE, NMSACN=0,NMSASRN=60, NMSASN=1, NMSAPN=0;
 An eNodeB processes alarms reported by a dry contact port only after the eNodeB is bound to the dry contact port.
A user-defined dry contact port is specified by running the SET ALMPORT command. The name, severity, and
type of the alarm reported by the user-defined dry contact are specified by running the SET ENVALMPARA
command.
In the distributed power supply scenario, there are multiple user-defined dry contacts that can be used to report the
mains supply outage alarm. In this case, specify the same alarm ID for all dry-contact ports that are used to report
the mains supply outage alarm when using the SET ALMPORT command to configure dry-contact ports.

Configuring parameters for low power consumption mode

MOD CELLLOWPOWER: LocalCellId=0, LowPwrSwitch=ON, LowPwrOrder=OFF,
StartTime=00&00&00, StopTime=23&59&59, BakPwrSavPolicy=POLICY2;

Deactivation Command Examples

Deactivating the low power consumption mode

MOD CELLLOWPOWER: LocalCellId=0, LowPwrSwitch=OFF;

7.4.1.3 Using the CME

This function can be activated for a single eNodeB or a batch of eNodeBs on the CME. For
detailed operations, see CME-based Feature Configuration.
For TDD, this function can be batch activated using the Feature Operation and Maintenance
function of the CME. For detailed operations, see the following section in the CME product
documentation or online help: CME Management > CME Guidelines > Enhanced Feature
Management > Feature Operation and Maintenance.
7.4.2 Activation Verification

 Entering the Low Power Consumption Mode Because of Abnormal Mains Supply
1. Run the LST CELLLOWPOWER command to verify that the value of the Low power
consumption mode switch parameter is On and the value of the Low power consumption
mode order parameter is Off, and to verify Start time and Stop time.
2. Run the DSP TIME command to verify that the eNodeB system time falls within the period
specified by the Start time and Stop time parameters.
3. Use storage batteries instead of AC power to provide power for the eNodeB. Verify that
ALM-25622 Mains Input Out of Range or the user-defined mains supply outage alarm has
been reported.
4. After the transitional period, run the DSP CELL command repeatedly at intervals specified
by time length parameters configured in 7.1.2 eNodeB Actions. Then, view the value of the Cell
power save state parameter each time. Low power consumption mode has been activated if
the following values are displayed in sequence:
 CELL_PWRSAVE_LOWPWR_CELLUSEDPWRRDU
 CELL_PWRSAVE_LOWPWR_RSPWRRDU
 CELL_PWRSAVE_LOWPWR_RFSHD
  CELL_PWRSAVE_LOWPWR_CELLSHD
In distributed power supply scenarios, if some of the physical cells serving an SFN cell
experience abnormal RRU or RFU power supply, the SFN cell enters the state of
CELL_PWRSAVE_LOWPWR_PHYCELLSHD.
 Forcibly Entering the Low Power Consumption Mode
1. Run the LST CELLLOWPOWER command to verify that the value of the Low power
consumption mode switch parameter is On and the value of the Low power consumption
mode order parameter is On.
2. After the transitional period, run the DSP CELL command repeatedly at intervals specified
by time length parameters configured in 7.1.2 eNodeB Actions. Then, view the value of the Cell
power save state parameter each time. Low power consumption mode has been activated if
the following values are displayed in sequence:
 CELL_PWRSAVE_LOWPWR_CELLUSEDPWRRDU
 CELL_PWRSAVE_LOWPWR_RSPWRRDU
 CELL_PWRSAVE_LOWPWR_RFSHD
 CELL_PWRSAVE_LOWPWR_CELLSHD
In distributed power supply scenarios, if some of the physical cells serving an SFN cell
experience abnormal RRU or RFU power supply, the SFN cell enters the state of
CELL_PWRSAVE_LOWPWR_PHYCELLSHD.
7.4.3 Network Monitoring

Benefit Monitoring

To monitor and evaluate the performance of this function, operators can view the following data
on the U2020:
 eNodeB power consumption
To monitor eNodeB power consumption, operators can check the value of the
VS.EnergyCons.BTS.Adding.LTE counter on the U2020. For the meaning of this counter, see
Performance Counter Reference of eNodeBs.
Operators can evaluate the performance of the low power consumption mode by comparing
the power consumed by an eNodeB before and after this function is enabled. The decrease in
eNodeB power consumption indicates how much energy is saved.
 Duration of cell unavailability due to energy saving
To monitor the duration of cell unavailability due to energy saving in FDD, operators can
check the value of the L.Cell.Unavail.Dur.EnergySaving counter on the U2020. For the meaning of
this counter, see Performance Counter Reference of eNodeBs.
Compare the eNodeB power consumption data on the live network from one week before and
one week after the function is enabled to assess the energy saving gains.
Possible Issues

If a fault occurs, take the steps described in this section.

 Fault 1
Low power consumption mode switch is set to ON, Low power consumption mode order
is set to OFF, and the cell cannot enter the low power consumption mode as expected after a
mains supply goes down and the transitional period has elapsed.
Perform the following operations:
1. Check whether the eNodeB system time falls within the low power consumption period.
2. Check whether the eNodeB is correctly configured with storage batteries. If they are
configured incorrectly, reconfigure them by referring to the description of power
management in eNodeB Initial Configuration Guide.
3. Check whether ALM-25622 Mains Input Out of Range has been reported with the cause
"AC Failure." The low power consumption mode is triggered only after the eNodeB power
source is switched from AC power to batteries due to an abnormal mains power supply.
4. If third-party power supply is used in FDD, run the LST NMSABIND command to check
whether the port data for the port bound to the mains supply outage alarm is correct. The low
power consumption mode cannot be triggered if port binding is incorrect.
5. In the distributed power supply scenario in FDD, check whether the value of the
RRU.PowerSupplyGroupID parameter is correctly configured for each RRU or RFU. If the
RRU or RFU power supply group is configured incorrectly, some cells may not be able to
enter the low power consumption mode.
 Fault 2
In distributed power supply scenarios, Low power consumption mode switch is set to ON,
Low power consumption mode order is set to OFF, and some power cabinets lose power.
After the transitional period, cells served by RRUs or RFUs whose power supply is normal
enter the low power consumption mode.
Perform the following operations:
Check whether the Power Supply Group ID parameter is correctly configured for each RRU
or RFU. Modify incorrect values, if there are any.

8 Power Consumption Monitoring

8.1 Principles
Power consumption monitoring enables the eNodeB to periodically report its power consumption
counters to the U2020. Figure 8-1 illustrates how it works.
Figure 8-1 Power consumption monitoring operational principles

Power consumption monitoring can be used to collect the overall power consumption of the
entire eNodeB, as well as the separate power consumption of the BBU and RF modules.
FDD micro eNodeBs monitor their own power consumption and report the statistics to the
U2020. However, as micro eNodeBs are integrated, they can report their overall power
consumption but not separate statistics for BBUs and RF modules.
Macro and LampSite eNodeBs perform accumulative measurements differently:
 For macro eNodeBs, each RF module reports its power consumption to the BBU. The BBU
then adds up the total power consumption of RF modules, electromechanical components, and
the BBU, and reports the total to the U2020.
 The RF modules used by LampSite eNodeBs are either pRRUs or RRUs. pRRUs cannot
measure their own power consumption. Therefore, the RHUB adds its own power
consumption to the total power consumption of the cascaded pRRUs (there may be one to
eight pRRUs) and reports the total result to the BBU. RRUs can measure and report their own
power consumption to the BBU. The BBU then adds its own power consumption to the total
 power consumption reported by the RRUs and RHUBs, and reports the total result to the
U2020.

Power Consumption Statistics of the Entire eNodeB

The power consumption statistics of the entire eNodeB can be obtained through cumulative or
PMU-assisted measurements. Neither method requires parameter configuration or engineering
deployment.
 Cumulative measurement
The eNodeB periodically measures the power consumption of its components, such as the
BBU, RF modules, and fans. It adds the values together, and reports the total power
consumption to the U2020.
If a component uses a digital power supply or is capable of software-based power
consumption measurement, the component reports its own measured power consumption to
the BBU. If a component does not use a digital power supply or is incapable of software-
based power consumption measurement, the BBU finds the power consumption value of that
component from the power consumption table.
For LampSite eNodeBs configured with pRRUs, the RHUB measures pRRU power
consumption and reports the pRRU and RHUB power consumption to the BBU because
pRRUs are not capable of power consumption measurement. For LampSite eNodeBs
configured with RRUs, the RRUs and RHUB separately measure and report their own power
consumption to the BBU. The BBU then reports the total power consumption of the RRUs,
RHUB, and BBU to the U2020.
The VS.EnergyCons.BTS.Adding.LTE counter on the U2020 indicates the total power
consumption of the base station, which is the accumulated rated power consumptions of all
boards in the base station.
The VS.EnergyCons.BTS.Adding.LTE counter indicates the total power consumption of all LTE-
related components, including LTE-related boards in the BBU, RF modules configured with
LTE carriers, and fans.
 For an LTE-only base station, this counter measures the power consumption of the entire
base station.
 For a multimode base station supporting LTE, this counter measures the power
consumption of the LTE part. It does not accurately reflect LTE power consumption. The
information provided is for reference only. You are advised to use the power consumption
counter for the entire multimode base station.

LTE power consumption of a multimode base station is estimated as follows:

LTE power consumption = Power consumption of LTE-only units + 1/2 power consumption of units shared by
GSM and LTE + 1/2 power consumption of units shared by UMTS and LTE + 1/2 power consumption of units
shared by LTE and NR + 1/3 power consumption of units shared by GSM, UMTS, and LTE + 1/3 power
 consumption of units shared by UMTS, LTE, and NR + 1/3 power consumption of units shared by GSM, LTE,
and NR + 1/4 power consumption of units shared by GSM, UMTS, LTE, and NR
You can subscribe to and view the power consumption of the LTE-only base station and that of the multimode
base station supporting LTE on the U2020.

 PMU-assisted measurement
If the eNodeB is equipped with a power monitoring unit (PMU), the eNodeB uses the PMU to
monitor the total PSU power consumption of the BBU, RF modules, fans, and other modules.
The eNodeB reports the total power consumption to the U2020.
An eNodeB can report either AC or DC power consumption. The energy consumption
measurement point (specified by the ENERGYCON.MP parameter) controls whether the
eNodeB reports AC or DC power consumption.
 If AC power consumption needs to be reported, the total power consumption is the amount
of power consumed before AC power is converted into DC power.
 If DC power consumption needs to be reported, the total power consumption is the amount
of power consumed after AC power is converted into DC power.
The VS.EnergyCons.BTS.Measuring.LTE counter on the U2020 measures the power consumption
of the base station. The counter value is calculated by the power system based on the detected
current and voltage.
 When the energy consumption measurement point is set to DC:
 In an LTE-only base station, this counter measures the output power of PSUs.
 In a multimode base station supporting LTE, this counter only measures part of the
output power of PSUs. For example, in dual-mode scenarios, the value of this counter is
half of the total output power of PSUs.
 When the energy consumption measurement point is set to AC:
 In an LTE-only base station, this counter measures the input power of PSUs.
 In a multimode base station supporting LTE, this counter only measures part of the
input power of PSUs. For example, in dual-mode scenarios, the value of this counter is
half of the total input power of PSUs.

Energy Consumption Statistics of the BBU and RF Modules

The base station can measure the power consumption of the BBU and RF modules and report the
statistics to the U2020.
 The VS.EnergyCons.BU counter indicates the power consumption of all boards in a BBU. This
counter does not distinguish between RATs. When different RATs are configured in the same
BBU in a multimode base station, the counter value equals the total power consumption of the
entire BBU. If a separate-MPT BBU is used in a multimode base station, the MPT of each
RAT reports the same VS.EnergyCons.BU counter value.
  The VS.EnergyCons.BTSBoard counter indicates the power consumption of RF modules. This
counter does not distinguish between RATs. When different RATs share RF modules in a
multimode base station, the counter value equals the total power consumption of the RF
modules. If a separate-MPT BBU is used in a multimode base station, the MPT of each RAT
reports the same VS.EnergyCons.BTSBoard counter value.
8.2 Network Analysis

8.2.1 Benefits

Power consumption monitoring is recommended if a Huawei U2020 is used to manage eNodeBs

and power consumption is a major concern for the operator. After this function is activated, the
eNodeB periodically reports its power consumption counters to the U2020. This makes it easier
for operators to monitor the eNodeB power consumption.
8.2.2 Impacts

None
8.3 Requirements

8.3.1 Licenses

None
8.3.2 Software

Prerequisite Functions

None

Mutually Exclusive Functions

None
8.3.3 Hardware

Base Station Models

For FDD, all base station models are compatible with this function.
For NB-IoT, the following base stations are compatible with this function:
 3900 and 5900 series base stations
 DBS3900 LampSite and DBS5900 LampSite
 BTS3911E
 BTS3912E
For TDD, the following base stations are compatible with this function:
 3900 and 5900 series base stations
 DBS3900 LampSite and DBS5900 LampSite
Boards

All models of the UPEU board except for the UPEUa and UPEUb support power consumption
monitoring.

RF Modules

For FDD, there are no requirements for RF modules.

For TDD, there are no requirements for RF modules.
8.3.4 Others

The eNodeB is correctly connected to the U2020 and the PowerSavingStatistic module is
enabled on the U2020.
describes the hardware and software requirements for the PMU when PMU-assisted
Table 8-1
measurement is used.
Table 8-1 Requirements for the PMU when PMU-assisted measurement is used
Power Supply System PMU Model PMU Software Version

ETP PMU10A All versions

PMU11A All versions

OPM50M Not supported

OPM30M Not supported

OPM30A Not supported

APM30 PMU01B All versions

PMU11A All versions

CCUB All versions

EPMU01 115 or later

EPS4890 PMU01B All versions

EPMU01 115 or later

EPS4815 PMU11A All versions

EPMU03 Not supported

SC48200 Not supported

APM100 Not supported

 Power Supply System PMU Model PMU Software Version

APM200 Not supported

TP48300A All versions

Perform the operations listed below only when the eNodeB is equipped with a PMU. If the
eNodeB does not have a PMU, these steps are not required.
1. On the U2020 client, select the eNodeB and run the DSP BRDVER command to check
whether the PMU software version is 138 or later.
2. If the software version of the PMU is earlier than 138, run the ACT SOFTWARE command
to activate the PMU software.
3. Run the SET ECMP command to set the Energy Consumption Measurement Point
parameter to DC or AC based on site requirements.
8.4 Operation and Maintenance

8.4.1 Data Configuration

8.4.1.1 Data Preparation

Power consumption data can be obtained on the U2020 without any configuration on the
eNodeB. This function is disabled on the U2020 by default. You can refer to U2020 OSMU User
Guide to learn how to enable this function. If valid power consumption data can be obtained on
the U2020, then this function has taken effect.
For instructions on operations on the U2020, navigate to the corresponding section in U2020
MBB Network Management System Product Documentation as follows: RAN Management >
SON Management > Base Station Energy Conservation Management > Collecting and
Analyzing Statistics on Base Station Energy Consumption
8.4.1.2 Using MML Commands

MML commands are not required for activating this function.

8.4.1.3 Using the CME

N/A
8.4.2 Activation Verification

Checking eNodeB Power Consumption

The following table describes the counters for eNodeB power consumption on the U2020.
Table 8-2 Counters for eNodeB power consumption
 Counter ID Counter Name Counter Description

1593835637 VS.EnergyCons.BTS.Adding.LTE The rated power consumption of each board

of the eNodeB is sampled. The sum of these
sampling results is used as the value of the
counter. (cumulative method)

1593835638 VS.EnergyCons.BTS.Measuring.LTE The counter measures the power

consumption of the eNodeB, which is
calculated by the power system based on the
detected current and voltage. (PMU-assisted
measurement method)

1593835835 VS.EnergyCons.BU This counter measures the power

consumption of the BBU.

1593835836 VS.EnergyCons.BTSBoard This counter measures the power

consumption of RF modules.

Viewing Traffic Volume and Power Consumption

Prerequisites: You have subscribed to power-saving data.

1. Log in to the U2020 and choose SON > Power Saving > Power Saving Statistic.
2. Double-click Energy Saving Data Subscription. In the displayed dialog box, select the NE
to observe, and click OK. Wait six hours for the U2020 to collect the information about the
eNodeB. Double-click BS Traffic and Energy Consumption.
3. Select an NE and specify a time period.

For an LTE-only base station, select eNodeB under LTE. For a multimode base station, select Multi-Mode
BTS under SRAN.

4. Check the eNodeB traffic volume and power consumption. (In this example, the power
consumption is calculated using the cumulative method.)

5. Click to convert the data obtained in 4 into a line graph or bar graph to view the traffic
volume and power consumption.

Checking Traffic Volume and Power Consumption for Different Periods

1. Log in to the U2020 and choose SON > Power Saving > Power Saving Statistic.
2. Double-click Energy Saving Data Subscription. In the displayed dialog box, select the NE
to observe, and click OK. Wait six hours for the U2020 to collect the information about the
eNodeB. Double-click BS Traffic and Energy Consumption Comparison.
 3. Select an NE and specify different periods with the same duration.

For an LTE-only base station, select eNodeB under LTE. For a multimode base station, select Multi-Mode
BTS under SRAN.

4. Check the eNodeB traffic volume and power consumption for different periods. (In this
example, the power consumption is calculated using the cumulative method.)

5. Click to convert the data into a line graph to view the eNodeB traffic volume and power
consumption.
8.4.3 Network Monitoring

None

9 Intelligent Power-Off of Carriers in the Same Coverage

9.1 Principles

Intelligent power-off of carriers in the same coverage is used in inter-frequency co-coverage

networking. In such networking, cells operating in low frequency bands serve as basic cells to
ensure basic coverage, and those operating in high frequency bands serve as capacity cells to
offload traffic and improve system capacity.
With this feature, the eNodeB hands over UEs in capacity cells to basic cells and shuts down the
capacity cells when the total load of basic and capacity cells is low, to reduce power
consumption. For details about basic and capacity cells, see 9.1.1 Related Concepts.
 Figure 9-1 Operating principles for intelligent power-off of carriers in the same coverage

Macro, micro, and LampSite eNodeBs all support intelligent power-off of carriers in the same
coverage. The following lists the supported networking:
 Macro-macro networking
 LampSite networking
 Macro-LampSite networking
 Macro-micro networking
The following sections describe related concepts, as well as the triggering, execution, and
leaving of this function.
9.1.1 Related Concepts

Basic Cell and Co-Coverage Neighboring Basic Cell

In an inter-frequency co-coverage network, cells operating at frequencies that provide basic

coverage are referred to as basic cells. An example is Cell A in Figure 9-2.
Figure 9-2 Basic and capacity cells

Basic cells must meet the following requirements:

  Basic cells usually operate in low frequency bands and cannot be shut down.
 For basic cells, the uplink PRB threshold (specified by the CellShutdown.UlPrbThd
parameter) or downlink PRB threshold (specified by the CellShutdown.DlPrbThd parameter)
must be set to 0.
 In macro-micro networking, only cells under a macro eNodeB can function as basic cells.
A basic cell that is a neighboring cell of a capacity cell is referred to as the capacity cell's
neighboring basic cell.
If the EutranInterFreqNCell.OverLapInd parameter is set to YES for any given neighboring
basic cell of a capacity cell, the neighboring basic cell is referred to as a co-coverage neighboring
basic cell of the capacity cell. If the EutranInterFreqNCell.OverLapInd parameter is set to NO
for all neighboring basic cells of a capacity cell, neighboring basic cells cannot be identified
accurately. In this case, all these neighboring basic cells are used as co-coverage neighboring
basic cells of this capacity cell.
If an X2 interface connected to the eNodeB serving a capacity cell is faulty, the eNodeB cannot
obtain the configuration information of the neighboring cells of the peer eNodeB through the X2
interface. In this case, these inter-eNodeB neighboring cells cannot be identified as the co-
coverage neighboring basic cells of the capacity cell until the X2 interface fault is rectified.

Capacity Cell

In inter-frequency co-coverage networking, capacity cells operate at frequencies that improve

system capacity. An example is Cell B in Figure 9-2. Capacity cells typically operate in high
frequency bands and can be shut down when network load is light. To enable UE transfer
between basic and capacity cells, configure the cells as mutual neighboring cells.
The configuration of a capacity cell must meet the following requirements:
 The uplink PRB threshold (specified by the CellShutdown.UlPrbThd parameter) and downlink
PRB threshold (specified by the CellShutdown.DlPrbThd parameter) must be set to non-zero
values.
 In macro-micro networking, only cells under a micro eNodeB can function as capacity cells.
 In NSA networking, ensure that at least one PCC frequency is not used as the frequency
where capacity cells operate.
9.1.2 Triggering

This function can be enabled by setting the CellShutdown.CellShutdownSwitch parameter to ON.

The start time and end time for carrier power-off are specified by the CellShutdown.StartTime
and CellShutdown.StopTime parameters, respectively.
Inter-BBU carrier power-off is supported. If the CellShutdown.InterBbuCarrierShutdownSw
parameter is set to ON, intelligent power-off of carriers in the same coverage can take effect
when capacity cells and their basic cells are served by different BBUs.
A capacity cell enters the intelligent power-off of carriers in the same coverage state within the
preset duration when all of the following conditions are met:
 The capacity cell and all its co-coverage neighboring basic cells meet the following
conditions:
 The sum of the uplink PRB usage of the capacity cell and of all its co-coverage
neighboring basic cells is less than the value of the CellShutdown.UlPrbThd parameter
(uplink PRB usage threshold for starting intelligent power-off of carriers in the same
coverage).
 The sum of the downlink PRB usage of the capacity cell and of all its co-coverage
neighboring basic cells is less than the value of the CellShutdown.DlPrbThd parameter
(downlink PRB usage threshold for starting intelligent power-off of carriers in the same
coverage).
 There is at least one co-coverage neighboring basic cell, and all co-coverage neighboring
basic cells are available.
 The number of RRC_CONNECTED UEs in the capacity cell is less than the
CellShutdown.UENumThd parameter value.
 For FDD, the capacity cell does not meet the conditions for entering the low power
consumption mode or intelligent power-off mode of carriers in the same coverage as UMTS
networks. For TDD, the capacity cell is not in the low power consumption mode.
 No co-coverage neighboring basic cell is in low power consumption mode.

When comparing the total uplink or downlink PRB usage of the capacity cell and basic cell with the entering
threshold, the eNodeB performs conversion on the cell bandwidth.

9.1.3 eNodeB Actions

When the conditions for triggering intelligent power-off of carriers in the same coverage are met,
the eNodeB follows the process shown in Figure 9-3.
Figure 9-3 Procedure for intelligent power-off of carriers in the same coverage

1. The eNodeB prohibits the access of new UEs.

 It broadcasts the barred state of the capacity cell through SIB1 and sends an eNodeB
Configuration Update message over the X2 interface to each neighboring eNodeB. The
message contains the Deactivation Indication IE, indicating that the capacity cell is
unavailable due to energy saving.
2. The eNodeB attempts to hand over all UEs from the capacity cell to the co-coverage
neighboring basic cells within 60s.
3. The eNodeB checks the number of UEs in the capacity cell once every 5s.
4. After 60s elapse:
 If the number of RRC_CONNECTED UEs is less than or equal to the value of the
CellShutdown.ForceShutdownUENumThd parameter and there are no UEs performing QCI-
1 services in the capacity cell, the eNodeB powers off the cell and keeps the cell in the
barred state.
 Otherwise, the eNodeB cancels the barred state of the capacity cell and notifies all
neighboring eNodeBs over the X2 interfaces that the capacity cell has exited the energy
saving state. It waits for the penalty period specified by the CellShutdown.PunishTime
parameter to end and checks the conditions for entering intelligent power-off of carriers
in the same coverage mode again.

When a capacity cell is shut down, only the corresponding carrier is powered off. The capacity cell is not
deactivated, and its baseband resources cannot be preempted. This ensures that the capacity cell can rapidly exit the
power-off state once the leaving conditions are met. When a capacity cell is shut down, its scheduling-related
performance counters are still measured.

9.1.4 Leaving

The capacity cell exits the intelligent power-off of carriers in the same coverage state and its co-
coverage neighboring basic cells are powered on again when any of the following conditions is
met:
 The period for intelligent power-off of carriers in the same coverage has elapsed. This period
is determined by the CellShutdown.StartTime and CellShutdown.StopTime parameters.
 The capacity cell restarts up.
 The uplink PRB usage of a co-coverage neighboring basic cell is higher than the uplink PRB
usage threshold for exiting the intelligent power-off of carriers in the same coverage mode of
the capacity cell. The threshold is equal to CellShutdown.UlPrbThd plus
CellShutdown.UlPrbOffset.
 The downlink PRB usage of a co-coverage neighboring basic cell is higher than the downlink
PRB usage threshold for exiting the intelligent power-off of carriers in the same coverage
mode of the capacity cell. The threshold is equal to CellShutdown.DlPrbThd plus
CellShutdown.DlPrbOffset.
 One of the co-coverage neighboring basic cells is not available.
  A co-coverage neighboring basic cell is added, deleted, or modified.
To prevent the impact on MLB features, the uplink and downlink PRB usage thresholds for
exiting intelligent power-off of carriers in the same coverage mode for the cell must be lower
than the threshold for triggering inter-frequency MLB. The threshold for triggering inter-
frequency MLB equals the sum of the values of the CellMLB.InterFreqMlbThd and
CellMLB.LoadOffset parameters.
9.2 Network Analysis

9.2.1 Benefits

Intelligent power-off of carriers in the same coverage is recommended in off-peak hours at night
if the eNodeB is configured with at least two frequencies.
Power saving efficiency may decrease when a capacity cell is served by an RF module where
multiple carriers share the same PA. This is because the PA can only be shut down when all the
carriers are powered off. For example, if a capacity cell is served by a GL dual-mode RF module
that provides the same PA for both GSM and LTE carriers, the PA cannot be shut down after the
LTE carrier is powered off but the GSM carrier is not.
To prevent energy saving–triggered shutdown from affecting the lifespan of RF modules, the RF
modules may exit the energy saving state when their own temperature differential exceeds a
specified threshold within 24 hours. Energy saving gains decrease in this case.
9.2.2 Impacts

Network Impacts

When network load is less than a certain threshold, this function enables the eNodeB to power
off some cells to save power. Each time a cell is powered off, total network capacity reduces by
an amount equal to the capacity of the cell powered off. Therefore, this function should be used
only when network load is light.
When intelligent power-off of carriers in the same coverage is in effect, UEs in a capacity cell
are handed over to a basic cell, causing increases in the values of the counters listed in Table 9-1
and Table 9-2.
To promptly decrease the number of UEs in the capacity cell, the eNodeB prohibits new UEs
from accessing the capacity cell and broadcasts the barred state of the capacity cell through
SIB1. However, a small number of UEs may still send RRC connection setup requests to access
the network, causing an increase in the L.RRC.SetupFail.Rej counter and a decrease in RRC Setup
Success Rate. The number of such access failures is also indicated by the
L.RRC.SetupFail.ResFail.CellBarred counter.

Table 9-1 Performance counters for capacity cells

 Networking Description Counter Name

Macro Number of intra-eNodeB inter- L.HHO.IntraeNB.InterFreq.PrepAttOut

networking frequency outgoing handover
attempts in a cell

Number of intra-eNodeB inter- L.HHO.IntraeNB.InterFreq.ExecAttOut

frequency outgoing handover
executions in a cell

Number of successful intra- L.HHO.IntraeNB.InterFreq.ExecSuccOut

eNodeB inter-frequency outgoing
handovers in a cell

Inter-eNodeB Number of inter-eNodeB inter- L.HHO.IntereNB.InterFreq.PrepAttOut

networking frequency outgoing handover
(including attempts in a cell
macro-macro
and macro- Number of inter-eNodeB inter- L.HHO.IntereNB.InterFreq.ExecAttOut
micro frequency outgoing handover
networking) executions in a cell

Number of successful inter- L.HHO.IntereNB.InterFreq.ExecSuccOut

eNodeB inter-frequency outgoing
handovers in a cell

Table 9-2 Performance counters for basic cells

Networking Description Counter Name

Macro Number of intra-eNodeB intra- L.HHO.IntraeNB.PrepAttIn

networking duplex-mode incoming handover
attempts in a cell

Number of intra-eNodeB intra- L.HHO.IntraeNB.ExecAttIn

duplex-mode incoming handover
executions in a cell

Number of successful intra- L.HHO.IntraeNB.ExecSuccIn

eNodeB intra-duplex-mode
incoming handovers in a cell

Inter-eNodeB Number of inter-eNodeB intra- L.HHO.IntereNB.PrepAttIn

networking duplex-mode incoming handover
(including attempts in a cell
macro-macro
and macro- Number of inter-eNodeB intra- L.HHO.IntereNB.ExecAttIn
duplex-mode incoming handover
executions in a cell
 Networking Description Counter Name

micro Number of successful inter- L.HHO.IntereNB.ExecSuccIn

networking) eNodeB intra-duplex-mode
incoming handovers in a cell

When MLB is triggered in a basic cell and the HoAdmitSwitch option of the
CellMlbHo.MlbMatchOtherFeatureMode parameter is selected, the basic cell rejects
incoming handover requests of UEs from the capacity cell. As a result, the handover success rate
decreases. To address this issue, the CarrierShutdownHoAdmitAllowSw option of the
CellMlbHo.MlbMatchOtherFeatureMode parameter needs to be selected in the basic cell so that the
basic cell where MLB is triggered permits incoming UE handovers from the capacity cell.

Function Impacts

RAT Function Name Function Switch Reference Description

FDD Handover None Mobility Intelligent power-off of c

Management the same coverage will
TDD in Connected
Mode inter-frequency handove
An inter-frequency blind
handover will fail if the t
is in the intelligent powe
carriers in the same cov
mode. Therefore, meas
based inter-frequency h
are recommended for c
where intelligent power-
carriers in the same cov
enabled.

FDD Channel Joint channel calibration: MIMO If channel calibration is

TDD calibration RruJointCalParaCfg.TxChnCalSwitch performed after intellige
Downlink-only module channel calibration (FDD): power-off of carriers in t
RruJointCalParaCfg.AauPassivePortCalibPeriod coverage takes effect a
are powered off, chann
calibration fails.
You can run the DSP
CELLCALIBRATION c
to check whether chann
calibration is successfu

FDD RAN sharing RAN sharing with common carrier: RAN Sharing In RAN sharing scenari
TDD ENodeBSharingMode.ENodeBSharingMode PLMN IDs of a capacity
parameter with the value of SHARED_FREQ be a subset of the PLM
RAN sharing with dedicated carrier: its co-coverage neighbo
basic cell. Otherwise, th
RAT Function Name Function Switch Reference Description

ENodeBSharingMode.ENodeBSharingMode capacity cell cannot be

parameter with the value of SEPARATED_FREQ off.
Hybrid RAN sharing:
ENodeBSharingMode.ENodeBSharingMode
parameter with the value of HYBRID_SHARED

FDD pRRU deep EnodebMpruEs.MpruDormancyDlEarfcn Energy When both pRRU deep

Conservation
TDD dormancy in and
dormancy in intelligent m
intelligent Emission and intelligent power-of
mode Reduction carriers in the same cov
are enabled, the functio
meets its triggering con
first takes effect. The ot
function can only take e
after this function is exit

FDD RF channel CellRfShutdown.RfShutdownSwitch Energy A cell in the intelligent p

Conservation
TDD intelligent and
of carriers in the same c
shutdown Emission mode will not enter the
Reduction channel intelligent shutd
mode.

FDD Dynamic CellAlgoSwitch.DynAdjVoltSwitch Energy If the triggering conditio

Conservation
TDD voltage and
this function and dynam
adjustment Emission voltage adjustment are
Reduction this function will take ef
dynamic voltage adjustm
not.

FDD Low power CellLowPower.LowPwrSwitch Energy When the local cell in th

Conservation
TDD consumption and
intelligent power-off of c
mode Emission the same coverage mod
Reduction the conditions for enteri
low power consumption
the cell enters the low p
consumption mode only
exiting the intelligent po
carriers in the same cov
mode.
If any co-coverage neig
basic cell of the local ce
the low power consump
mode, the local cell doe
enter the intelligent pow
carriers in the same cov
mode.
RAT Function Name Function Switch Reference Description

FDD CA cell None Carrier Carrier aggregation can

Aggregation performed for capacity c
TDD
the intelligent power-off
carriers in the same cov
mode.
After intelligent power-o
carriers in the same cov
triggered in CA scenario
eNodeB prohibits the ca
cell from being configur
secondary serving cell (
and removes the SCell
configurations of the CA
that use the capacity ce
SCell.

FDD Dynamic CellDynPowerSharing.DynamicPowerSharingSwitch Dynamic Power sharing does not

Power
TDD power sharing Sharing
cells in the intelligent po
between LTE Between of carriers in the same c
carriers LTE Carriers mode.

FDD Smart carrier SMART_CARRIER_SELECTION_SW option of Multi-carrier Enabling intelligent pow

the MultiCarrUnifiedSch.MultiCarrierUnifiedSchSw Unified
TDD selection Scheduling
carriers in the same cov
based on parameter affects the progress of v
virtual grids grid model building.

FDD Work mode Cell.Workmode None For FDD, a cell with the
TDD Cell.Workmode paramet
DL_ONLY or LAA cann
configured as a basic c
For TDD, a cell with the
Cell.Workmode paramet
LAA cannot be configur
basic cell.

FDD Cell system Cellsimap.SiSwitch None A cell with the

information ForbidCellSiSwitch op
switch the Cellsimap.SiSwitch
parameter selected can
configured as a basic c

FDD eMTC CellEmtcAlgo.EmtcAlgoSwitch eMTC If a capacity cell serves

introduction UEs, the eMTC UEs ma
be handed over, causin
failure to power off the c
cell.
RAT Function Name Function Switch Reference Description

An eMTC-only cell (spe

the EMTC_SWITCH an
EMTC_ONLY_CELL_S
options of the
CellEmtcAlgo.EmtcAlg
parameter) cannot be c
as a basic cell.

TDD eMTC CellEmtcAlgo.EmtcAlgoSwitch eMTC If a capacity cell serves

introduction UEs, the eMTC UEs ma
be handed over, causin
failure to power off the c
cell.
An eMTC-only cell (spe
the EMTC_SWITCH an
EMTC_ONLY_CELL_S
options of the
CellEmtcAlgo.EmtcAlg
parameter) cannot be c
as a basic cell.

FDD CRS port AutoRecfgSwitch parameter in the STR MIMO In intelligent power-off o
mapping CRSPORTOPTDET command in the same coverage m
detection and CRS port mapping dete
reconfiguration reconfiguration are not
supported. If the conditi
entering intelligent powe
carriers in the same cov
mode are met in a cell
undergoing CRS port m
detection, the cell will e
intelligent power-off of c
the same coverage mod
the detection will be inte

TDD Inter-cell InterCellDmimoJTSwitch option of the D-MIMO If a cell in an inter-cell D

downlink D- CellAlgoSwitch.DMIMOAlgoSwitch parameter (TDD) cluster enters the intellig
MIMO power-off of carriers in t
coverage mode, inter-R
channel calibration fails
inter-cell D-MIMO cluste
disabled.

TDD mAOS-based None RF Module RF module location iden

RF module Location and intelligent power-of
Identification
carriers in the same cov
 RAT Function Name Function Switch Reference Description

location cannot both take effect.

identification location sequences are
transmitted, cells alread
intelligent power-off of c
the same coverage stat
immediately exit and wi
longer enter this state.

9.3 Requirements

9.3.1 Licenses

RAT Feature ID Feature Name Model Sales Unit

FDD LOFD-001042 Intelligent Power-Off LT1S00DBIS00 per cell

of Carriers in the
Same Coverage

TDD TDLOFD-001042 Intelligent Power-Off LT1ST0DBIS00 Per Cell

of Carriers in the
Same Coverage

9.3.2 Software

Before activating this function, ensure that its prerequisite functions have been activated and
mutually exclusive functions have been deactivated. For detailed operations, see the relevant
feature documents.

Prerequisite Functions

RAT Function Name Function Switch Reference

FDD Coverage- InterFreqCoverHoSwitch Mobility Management in Connected Mode

TDD based inter- option of the
frequency CellHoParaCfg.CellHoAlgoSwitch
handover parameter

Mutually Exclusive Functions

RAT Function Function Switch Reference Description
Name

FDD Unlimited- UsUeGuaranteeSwitch, SfCtrlAsScell, None When the

TDD service UE and SfCtrlAsInterNcell options of the UsUeGuaranteeSwitch
guarantee CellUSParaCfg.UsAlgoSwitch parameter option is selected, the
cell does not enter the
intelligent power-off of
carriers in the same
coverage state if either
the SfCtrlAsScell or
SfCtrlAsInterNcell
option is selected.

FDD Intelligent InterRatCellShutdown.ForceShutdownSwitch Energy When both the

power-off Conservation intelligent power-off of
and
of carriers Emission carriers in the same
in the same Reduction coverage function and
coverage the intelligent power-off
as UMTS of carriers in the same
networks coverage as UMTS
networks function are
enabled, the latter takes
effect only in capacity
cells. In addition, the
two functions cannot
take effect
simultaneously in
capacity cells.

FDD LTE in- Prb.DeployMode NB-IoT In LTE in-band

band Basics deployment scenarios,
(FDD)
deployment intelligent power-off of
carriers in the same
coverage can only be
enabled in basic cells.
Therefore, LTE in-band
deployment does not
work with intelligent
power-off of carriers in
the same coverage.

FDD Massive MASSIVE_MIMO_Ph2 option of the Massive Intelligent power-off of

MIMO eUCellSectorEqm.CellBeamMode parameter MIMO (FDD) carriers in the same
introduction coverage is not
supported in massive
MIMO sector split
scenarios.
 9.3.3 Hardware

Base Station Models

No requirements

Boards

The LMPT does not support inter-BBU intelligent carrier power-off for macro cells.
The BBU3910C does not support inter-BBU intelligent carrier power-off.

RF Modules

This feature can be used in both LTE-only and multimode RF-sharing scenarios.
9.3.4 Networking

To ensure QoS during service migration, this function can be used only in the following
scenarios:
 On a HetNet network where the macro eNodeB provides the basic cell to ensure basic
network coverage. Micro eNodeBs provide the capacity cells and are deployed in hotspots
across the basic cell coverage. The basic cell is configured as an inter-frequency co-coverage
neighboring cell of the capacity cells.
 In LTE FDD and LTE TDD co-MPT scenarios where macro and LampSite eNodeBs allow
basic and capacity cells to work in different modes (TDD and FDD). For example, there could
be an FDD cell being used as a basic cell and a TDD cell as a capacity cell.
9.3.5 Others

All UEs in capacity cells must support the working frequency band of basic cells.
9.4 Operation and Maintenance

9.4.1 Data Configuration

9.4.1.1 Data Preparation

Table 9-3 describes the parameters used for function activation.

Table 9-3 Parameters used for activation
RAT Parameter Parameter ID Setting Notes
Name

FDD Intelligent CellShutdown.CellShutdownSwitch The value ON is recommended.

TDD power-off
of carriers
switch

FDD Start time CellShutdown.StartTime Set this parameter to its

TDD recommended value for a
capacity cell.
RAT Parameter Parameter ID Setting Notes
Name

This parameter does not need to

be set for a basic cell.

FDD Stop time CellShutdown.StopTime Set this parameter to its

TDD recommended value.

FDD Downlink CellShutdown.DlPrbThd 0 is recommended for basic cells

TDD PRB and 20 is recommended for
threshold capacity cells.
To prevent the impact on MLB
features, the uplink and downlink
PRB usage thresholds for
triggering intelligent power-off of
carriers in the same coverage
mode for the cell must be lower
than the threshold for exiting
inter-frequency MLB. The
threshold for exiting inter-
frequency MLB is set by the
CellMLB.InterFreqMlbThd
parameter.

FDD Downlink CellShutdown.DlPrbOffset The sum of this parameter value

TDD PRB and the CellShutdown.DlPrbThd
offset parameter value specifies the
downlink PRB usage threshold for
stopping intelligent power-off of
carriers in the same coverage.
Before powering off a carrier, the
eNodeB predicts the downlink
PRB usage of the target cell.
Intelligent power-off of carriers in
the same coverage is started only
when the predicted downlink PRB
usage of the target cell is less
than the sum of downlink PRB
usage threshold and downlink
PRB usage offset. This prevents
the powered-off carrier from being
powered on again due to high
downlink PRB usage after UEs
are handed over to the target cell.

FDD Uplink CellShutdown.UlPrbThd 0 is recommended for basic cells

TDD PRB and 20 is recommended for
threshold capacity cells.
RAT Parameter Parameter ID Setting Notes
Name

To prevent the impact on MLB

features, the uplink and downlink
PRB usage thresholds for
triggering intelligent power-off of
carriers in the same coverage
mode for the cell must be lower
than the threshold for exiting
inter-frequency MLB. The
threshold for exiting inter-
frequency MLB is set by the
CellMLB.InterFreqMlbThd
parameter.

FDD Uplink CellShutdown.UlPrbOffset The sum of this parameter value

TDD PRB and the CellShutdown.UlPrbThd
offset parameter value specifies the
uplink PRB usage threshold for
stopping intelligent power-off of
carriers in the same coverage.
Before powering off a carrier, the
eNodeB predicts the uplink PRB
usage of the target cell. Intelligent
power-off of carriers in the same
coverage is started only when the
predicted uplink PRB usage of
the target cell is less than the
sum of uplink PRB usage
threshold and uplink PRB usage
offset. This prevents the
powered-off carrier from being
powered on again due to high
uplink PRB usage after UEs are
handed over to the target cell.

FDD UE CellShutdown.UENumThd This parameter specifies the UE

TDD Number number threshold for the
Threshold intelligent power-off of carriers in
the same coverage function. Set
this parameter to its
recommended value.

FDD Force CellShutdown.ForceShutdownUENumThd Set this parameter to its

TDD Shutdown recommended value.
UE
Number
Threshold
 RAT Parameter Parameter ID Setting Notes
Name

FDD Punish CellShutdown.PunishTime Set this parameter to its

TDD Time recommended value.

FDD Inter-BBU CellShutdown.InterBbuCarrierShutdownSw It is recommended that this switch

TDD Carrier be turned on when the capacity
Shutdown cell and its neighboring basic
Switch cells are served by different BBUs
of macro eNodeBs.

Table 9-4 describes the parameters that must be set to configure inter-frequency EARFCNs.

For details, see inter-frequency EARFCN configuration in Mobility Management in Connected Mode.

Table 9-4 Parameters used for activation

RAT Parameter Parameter ID Setting Notes

Name

FDD Downlink EutranInterNFreq.DlEarfcn Set this parameter to its

TDD EARFCN recommended value.

FDD Measurement EutranInterNFreq.MeasBandWidth Set this parameter to its

TDD bandwidth recommended value.

Table 9-5 describes the parameters that must be set to configure inter-frequency neighboring cells.

For details, see inter-frequency neighboring cell configuration in Mobility Management in Connected Mode.

Table 9-5 Parameters used for activation

RAT Parameter Parameter ID Setting Notes

Name

FDD Local cell EutranInterFreqNCell.LocalCellId None

TDD ID

FDD Mobile EutranInterFreqNCell.Mcc None

TDD country
code
 RAT Parameter Parameter ID Setting Notes
Name

FDD Mobile EutranInterFreqNCell.Mnc None

TDD network
code

FDD eNodeB EutranInterFreqNCell.eNodeBId None

TDD ID

FDD Cell ID EutranInterFreqNCell.CellId None

TDD

FDD Overlap EutranInterFreqNCell.OverLapInd Set this parameter to its recommended

TDD Indicator value.

Table 9-6describes parameters related to external cells that must be set in the inter-BBU
intelligent carrier power-off scenario.
Table 9-6 Parameters used for activation
RAT Parameter Parameter ID Setting Notes
Name

FDD Mobile EutranExternalCell.Mcc None

TDD country
code

FDD Mobile EutranExternalCell.Mnc None

TDD network
code

FDD eNodeB EutranExternalCell.eNodeBId None

TDD ID

FDD Cell ID EutranExternalCell.CellId None

TDD

FDD Downlink EutranExternalCell.DlEarfcn None

TDD EARFCN

FDD Uplink EutranExternalCell.UlEarfcnCfgInd Set this parameter to its recommended

TDD EARFCN value.
indicator

FDD Physical EutranExternalCell.PhyCellId None

TDD cell ID
 RAT Parameter Parameter ID Setting Notes
Name

FDD Tracking EutranExternalCell.Tac None

TDD area
code

9.4.1.2 Using MML Commands

Activation Command Examples

//Configuring inter-frequency EARFCNs

ADD EUTRANINTERNFREQ: LocalCellId=0, DlEarfcn=1725, UlEarfcnCfgInd=NOT_CFG,
CellReselPriorityCfgInd=NOT_CFG, SpeedDependSPCfgInd=NOT_CFG,
MeasBandWidth=MBW100, PmaxCfgInd=NOT_CFG, QqualMinCfgInd=NOT_CFG;
ADD EUTRANINTERNFREQ: LocalCellId=1, DlEarfcn=3100, UlEarfcnCfgInd=NOT_CFG,
CellReselPriorityCfgInd=NOT_CFG, SpeedDependSPCfgInd=NOT_CFG,
MeasBandWidth=MBW100, PmaxCfgInd=NOT_CFG, QqualMinCfgInd=NOT_CFG;
//Configuring inter-frequency neighboring cells
ADD EUTRANINTERFREQNCELL: LocalCellId=0, Mcc="460", Mnc="10", eNodeBId=222,
CellId=1, OverLapInd=YES;
ADD EUTRANINTERFREQNCELL: LocalCellId=1, Mcc="460", Mnc="10", eNodeBId=222,
CellId=0, OverLapInd=YES;
//Enabling intelligent power-off of carriers in the same coverage in the
capacity cell
MOD
CELLSHUTDOWN:LocalCellId=0,CellShutdownSwitch=ON,StartTime=00&00&00,StopTime
=06&00&00,DlPrbThd=20,DlPrbOffset=20,UlPrbThd=20,UlPrbOffset=20,ForceShutdow
nUENumThd=0,PunishTime=60,UENumThd=20;
//Enabling intelligent power-off of carriers in the same coverage in the
basic cell
MOD
CELLSHUTDOWN:LocalCellId=1,CellShutdownSwitch=ON,DlPrbThd=0,DlPrbOffset=20,U
lPrbThd=0,UlPrbOffset=20;

//(Optional) Enabling inter-BBU carrier power-off

//Enabling inter-BBU intelligent power-off of carriers in the same coverage
for the local eNodeB
ADD EUTRANEXTERNALCELL: Mcc="460", Mnc="10", eNodeBId=333, CellId=2,
DlEarfcn=1725, UlEarfcnCfgInd=NOT_CFG, PhyCellId=50, Tac=10;
ADD EUTRANINTERFREQNCELL: LocalCellId=0, Mcc="460", Mnc="10", eNodeBId=333,
CellId=2, OverLapInd=YES;
MOD CELLSHUTDOWN: LocalCellId=0,InterBbuCarrierShutdownSw=ON;
//Enabling inter-BBU intelligent power-off of carriers in the same coverage
for the neighboring eNodeB
//Adding an external cell
ADD EUTRANEXTERNALCELL: Mcc="460", Mnc="10", eNodeBId=222, CellId=0,
DlEarfcn=3100, UlEarfcnCfgInd=NOT_CFG, PhyCellId=10, Tac=10;
//Configuring inter-frequency EARFCNs
ADD EUTRANINTERNFREQ: LocalCellId=2, DlEarfcn=3100, UlEarfcnCfgInd=NOT_CFG,
CellReselPriorityCfgInd=NOT_CFG, SpeedDependSPCfgInd=NOT_CFG,
MeasBandWidth=MBW100, PmaxCfgInd=NOT_CFG, QqualMinCfgInd=NOT_CFG;
 //Configuring an inter-frequency neighboring cell
ADD EUTRANINTERFREQNCELL: LocalCellId=2, Mcc="460", Mnc="10", eNodeBId=222,
CellId=0, OverLapInd=YES;
//Enabling intelligent power-off of carriers in the same coverage
MOD
CELLSHUTDOWN:LocalCellId=2,CellShutdownSwitch=ON,StartTime=00&00&00,StopTime
=06&00&00,DlPrbThd=0,DlPrbOffset=20,UlPrbThd=0,UlPrbOffset=20,InterBbuCarrie
rShutdownSw=ON;

Inter-BBU intelligent power-off of carriers in the same coverage must be enabled on both the local and neighboring
eNodeBs for it to take effect.
In inter-BBU carrier power-off scenarios, the Globalprocswitch.X2ServedCellType parameter needs to be set to
CONFIGURED_CELL. This enables the capacity cell to exit the carrier power-off mode when the co-coverage
neighboring basic cell served by a neighboring eNodeB is deactivated.
When configuring a basic cell, note the following:
 In inter-eNodeB SFN based on eNodeB coordination, it is not recommended that a cell in standby mode be
configured as a basic cell.
 For FDD:
 A cell with the Cell.Workmode parameter set to DL_ONLY or LAA cannot be configured as a basic cell.
 A cell with the ForbidCellSiSwitch option of the Cellsimap.SiSwitch parameter selected cannot be
configured as a basic cell.
 For TDD, a cell with the Cell.Workmode parameter set to LAA cannot be configured as a basic cell.
 An eMTC-only cell cannot be configured as a basic cell.

Deactivation Command Examples

//Disabling intelligent power-off of carriers in the same coverage

MOD CELLSHUTDOWN:LocalCellId=0,CELLSHUTDOWNSWITCH=OFF;

9.4.1.3 Using the CME

This function can be activated for a single eNodeB or a batch of eNodeBs on the CME. For
detailed operations, see CME-based Feature Configuration.
For TDD, this function can be batch activated using the Feature Operation and Maintenance
function of the CME. For detailed operations, see the following section in the CME product
documentation or online help: CME Management > CME Guidelines > Enhanced Feature
Management > Feature Operation and Maintenance.
9.4.2 Activation Verification

1. Run the DSP CELL command to check the value of the Cell power save state parameter. If
it is CELL_PWRSAVE_CARRIERPWROFF, intelligent power-off of carriers in the
same coverage has taken effect.
2. (Optional) If intelligent power-off of carriers in the same coverage does not take effect, run
the DSP CELLSHUTDOWN command to query the current status of carrier power-off and
the cause why it has not taken effect.
 9.4.3 Network Monitoring

Benefit Monitoring

To monitor and evaluate the performance of this function, operators can view the following data
on the U2020:
 eNodeB power consumption
You can query the VS.EnergyCons.BTS.Adding.LTE counter value on the U2020 before and after
the function activation to observe the power consumption changes of macro, micro, or
LampSite eNodeBs.
 Duration when a cell is in the intelligent power-off of carriers in the same coverage or
intelligent power-off of carriers in the same coverage as UMTS networks state
You can check the L.ChMeas.DFEE.CarrierOFF.Dur counter value to learn how long the cell has
been in this state. For the meaning of this counter, see Performance Counter Reference of
eNodeBs.
 Duration of cell unavailability due to energy saving
You can check the L.Cell.Unavail.Dur.EnergySaving counter value to observe how long the cell
has been unavailable.
The measurement periods of the L.ChMeas.DFEE.CarrierOFF.Dur and L.Cell.Unavail.Dur.EnergySaving
counters are different. Therefore, the values of the two counters have a maximum deviation of 5
seconds.
Compare the eNodeB power consumption data on the live network from one week before and
one week after the function is enabled to assess the energy saving gains.

Possible Issues

When a cell cannot enter the intelligent power-off of carriers in the same coverage mode as
expected, perform the following actions:
1. Verify that inter-frequency neighboring cells served by the same eNodeB as the local cell are
configured correctly. For details about how to configure inter-frequency neighboring cells,
see Mobility Management in Connected Mode.
2. Run the LST CELLSHUTDOWN command to verify that the Intelligent power-off of
carriers switch parameter is set to On for the two cells and that there are more than 5
minutes between the values of Start time and Stop time. You are advised to set the duration
to a value greater than 5 minutes. If not, the conditions for starting intelligent power-off of
carriers in the same coverage cannot all be checked before the stop time arrives, and the cell
cannot enter intelligent power-off mode.
3. Run the DSP TIME command to verify that the eNodeB system time falls within the period
of intelligent power-off of carriers in the same coverage.
4. Verify that the UEs support different frequencies.
 5. On the U2020, choose Monitor > Signaling Trace > Signaling Trace Management. In the
navigation tree on the left of the displayed Signaling Trace Management window, choose
Trace Type > LTE > Cell Performance Monitoring > Usage of RB Monitoring. Verify
that the average uplink and downlink PRB usages of the E-UTRAN cell and its inter-
frequency neighboring cells are less than the uplink and downlink PRB usage thresholds for
starting intelligent power-off of carriers in the same coverage, respectively.

10 PSU Intelligent Sleep Mode

10.1 Principles

PSU intelligent sleep mode enables an eNodeB equipped with AC/DC PSUs to shut down a
certain number of PSUs when system load is light. This function helps prolong PSU lifetime and
reduce power consumption. Figure 10-1 illustrates how it works. This function is controlled by the
PSUIS.PSUISS parameter.
Figure 10-1 PSU intelligent sleep mode operating principles

The PSU and PMU are the power supply and power monitoring units. The following describes
details about the PSU and PMU.
 A PSU converts 110 V AC or 220 V AC power into –48 V DC power.
Generally, each AC-powered eNodeB is configured with multiple PSUs. The number of PSUs
required is determined based on the maximum power consumption of the eNodeB. This
ensures that the eNodeB operates properly, even when fully loaded. The eNodeB, however,
seldom operates at its full load. As a result, each PSU in the eNodeB usually works at partial
output power. Since the efficiency at which a PSU converts power is directly proportional to
 its output power, low PSU power conversion efficiency will affect the overall eNodeB power
consumption.
When an eNodeB is configured with multiple PSUs, one or more of them can be shut down
based on the actual load, improving the conversion efficiency of PSUs.
The PSU intelligent sleep mode function reduces power consumption by maintaining high
PSU power conversion efficiency. Power consumption reduction is closely related to the PSU
power conversion efficiency changes before and after PSU intelligent sleep mode is activated.
Assuming that the overall output power of PSUs remains unchanged, and the PSU power
conversion efficiencies before and after the activation of PSU intelligent sleep mode are c0
and c1, respectively. Then the power consumption reduction proportion is (1 – c0/c1). In
addition, PSU shutdown extends the life span of the PSUs.
 The PMU monitors the power system, manages batteries, tests power distribution, and reports
alarms, if any, for the eNodeB.
10.1.1 Triggering

The eNodeB enters the PSU intelligent sleep mode if the required number of PSUs is less than
the number of actually working PSUs within a period of 5 minutes.
10.1.2 eNodeB Actions

The eNodeB shuts down a certain number of PSUs based on the actual load.
10.1.3 Leaving

The eNodeB exits the PSU intelligent sleep mode if the PMU determines that the eNodeB
requires more PSUs than those in use.
10.2 Network Analysis

10.2.1 Benefits

PSU intelligent sleep mode is recommended if PSU service life is a major concern for the
operator and there are cabinets configured with a PMU, PSUs, and batteries. Enabling this
function prolongs PSU lifetime and reduces eNodeB power consumption.
10.2.2 Impacts

Network Impacts

This function enables the eNodeB to turn off some PSUs when the eNodeB load is light and to
turn them back on again when the load increases. This function has no impact on network
performance.

Function Impacts

None
10.3 Requirements

10.3.1 Licenses
 RAT Feature ID Feature Name Model Sales Unit

FDD LOFD- PSU Intelligent Sleep LT1S00PISM00 per cell

001056 Mode

NB-IoT MLOFD- PSU Intelligent Sleep ML1S00PISM00 per cell

001056 Mode

TDD TDLOFD- PSU Intelligent Sleep LT1STPSUSM00 Per Cell

001056 Mode

10.3.2 Software

Prerequisite Functions

None

Mutually Exclusive Functions

None
10.3.3 Hardware

Base Station Models

3900 and 5900 series base stations are compatible with this function.

Boards

None

RF Modules

None
10.3.4 Networking

N/A
10.3.5 Others

 The cabinet of an eNodeB is configured with a PMU, at least two PSUs, and storage batteries.
 If the eNodeB is AC powered, use a Huawei PMU that supports this function to manage the
power system. For details about how to configure the power supply system for an eNodeB,
see the description of power management in eNodeB Initial Configuration Guide.
 The PMU hardware and software versions must meet the requirements of the corresponding
power supply systems listed in Table 10-1.
Table 10-1 Requirements of PSU intelligent sleep mode on the PMU
 Power Supply System PMU Model PMU Software Version

ETP PMU10A All software versions

PMU11A All software versions

OPM50M Not supported

OPM30M Not supported

OPM30A Not supported

APM30 PMU01B All software versions

PMU11A All software versions

CCUB All software versions

EPMU01 138 or later

EPS4890 PMU01B All software versions

EPMU01 138 or later

EPS4815 PMU11A All software versions

EPMU03 Not supported

SC48200 Not supported Not supported

APM100 Not supported Not supported

APM200 Not supported Not supported

TP48300A All software versions All software versions

10.4 Operation and Maintenance

10.4.1 Data Configuration

10.4.1.1 Data Preparation

Table 10-2 describes the parameters used for function activation.

Table 10-2 Parameters used for activation
RAT Parameter Name Parameter ID Setting Notes

FDD PSU Intelligent PSUIS.PSUISS You are advised to turn on this switch.
TDD Shutdown Switch

10.4.1.2 Using MML Commands

Activation Command Examples

//Querying the PMU software version

DSP BRDVER:;
//Activating the PMU software
ACT SOFTWARE: OT=BOARDTYPE, BT=PMU;
//Setting the type of power consumption monitored by the PMU
SET ECMP: MP=AC;
//Enabling PSU intelligent sleep mode
SET PSUISS: PSUISS=ENABLE;

For details about the PMU software upgrade, see Power Supply Management.

Deactivation Command Examples

//Disabling PSU intelligent sleep mode

SET PSUISS: PSUISS=DISABLE;

10.4.1.3 Using the CME

This function can be activated for a single eNodeB or a batch of eNodeBs on the CME. For
detailed operations, see CME-based Feature Configuration.
For NB-IoT, this function can be batch activated on the CME. For detailed operations, see the
following section in the CME product documentation or online help: CME Management >
CME Guidelines > Enhanced Feature Management > Feature Operation and Maintenance.
10.4.2 Activation Verification

1. Run the DSP BATTERY command to verify that the status of the storage batteries is
normal.
2. Run the DSP PSU command to verify that at least two PSUs are configured and that the
value of the Running Status parameter for each PSU is Normal.
3. Run the LST PSUISS command to verify that the value of the PSU Intelligent Shutdown
Switch parameter is Enable.
4. Run the DSP PMU command to verify that the value of the PSU Intelligent Shutdown
Switch parameter is Enable.
5. Check the PSU working status based on its running indicator. If the PSU is not running, this
function has been activated.
10.4.3 Network Monitoring

Performance counters on the U2020 are used to monitor and evaluate the performance of this
function.
Compare the eNodeB power consumption data on the live network from one week before and
one week after the function is enabled to assess the energy saving gains.
  How long the PSU intelligent sleep mode has been in effect
You can query the VS.PSU.ShutdownTime counter value on the U2020 to observe how long the
PSU intelligent sleep mode has been in effect. For the meaning of this counter, see
Performance Counter Reference of eNodeBs.
 If the value of this counter is not 0, PSU intelligent sleep mode has taken effect. Assuming
that N is the number of PSUs, which is greater than or equal to 1. If the value of this
counter is greater than the measurement period multiplied by N–1 and less than or equal to
the measurement period multiplied by N, N PSUs are shut down.
 If the value of this counter is 0, PSU intelligent sleep mode has not taken effect.
 Input power of PSUs
To monitor the input power of PSUs, you can run the SET ECMP command with the Energy
Consumption Measurement Point parameter set to AC and then check the value of the
VS.EnergyCons.BTS.Measuring.LTE counter on the U2020. For the meaning of this counter, see
Performance Counter Reference of eNodeBs.
 In LTE-only scenarios, the value of the counter shows the input power of the PSUs.
 In multi-mode scenarios, this counter value must be added to the values of the counters
used for other RATs to find the input power of the PSUs.
 Output power of PSUs
To monitor the output power of the PSUs, you can check the value of the
VS.EnergyCons.BTS.Adding.LTE counter on the U2020.

 In LTE-only scenarios, the value of the counter shows the output power of the PSUs.
 In multi-mode scenarios, this counter value must be added to the values of the counters
used for other RATs to find the output power of the PSUs.
If the output power of the PSUs remains unchanged, a larger input power decrease leads to
larger function performance gains. If the input power of the PSUs remains unchanged, a
larger output power decrease leads to larger function performance gains.

11 Symbol Power Saving

11.1 Principles

Symbol power saving enables the eNodeB to turn off PAs when symbols are empty. This reduces
the system power consumption.
There are two types of symbol power saving: basic and enhanced. They are shown in Figure 11-1.
Figure 11-1 Operating principles for basic and enhanced symbol power saving

Symbol power saving can be used in both LTE only and multimode RF-sharing scenarios. In a
multimode RF-sharing scenario, symbol power saving takes effect only when LTE carriers are
active and all the other carriers are in the power-off state.
In multi-RRU cells, symbol power saving is performed on a per physical RRU basis. If some
RRUs in a cell cannot enter the symbol power saving state, any other RRUs meeting the
triggering conditions can still enter this state.
11.1.1 Basic Symbol Power Saving

For each cell, the eNodeB checks in real time whether each symbol within a subframe contains
data to transmit and shuts down PAs during the symbol periods with no data to transmit. Figure 11-
2 shows the symbol pattern in a subframe transmitted in a single antenna-port scenario. In this
figure, symbols 1, 2, 3, 5, and 6 in each timeslot do not contain any data to transmit. During
these symbol periods, PAs can be turned off to save power.
Figure 11-2 Symbol pattern in a subframe (example 1)

11.1.1.1 Triggering

Basic symbol power saving is controlled by an eNodeB-level switch. When this switch is turned
on, all cells under the eNodeB enter the basic symbol power saving state.
For FDD and NB-IoT, the switch is controlled by the SymbolShutdownSwitch option of the
ENodeBAlgoSwitch.PowerSaveSwitch parameter. For TDD, the switch is controlled by the
TddSymbolShutdownSwitch option of the ENodeBAlgoSwitch.PowerSaveSwitch parameter.
11.1.1.2 eNodeB Actions

When transmitting service data in the downlink, the eNodeB checks for empty symbols and turns
off PAs for these symbols.
11.1.1.3 Leaving

LTE-only base stations will not exit the basic symbol power saving state after this function takes
effect. In a multimode base station supporting LTE, if an RF module is shared by different RATs
and a non-LTE carrier exits the power saving state, LTE cells of the base station will exit the
basic symbol power saving state.
11.1.2 Enhanced Symbol Power Saving

When enhanced symbol power saving is enabled, some subframes in which no data is
transmitted are configured as Multimedia Broadcast multicast service Single Frequency Network
(MBSFN) subframes so that PAs can be shut down for more symbols. As shown in Figure 11-3,
PAs are enabled only for symbol 0 and symbol 1 for each MBSFN subframe.
Figure 11-3 Symbol pattern in a subframe (example 2)

To implement enhanced symbol power saving, UEs must be capable of identifying and handling
MBSFN subframes. Incapable UEs will not be able to perform channel measurements or run data
services, which greatly affects network KPIs.
Enhanced symbol power saving is controlled by the MBSFNShutDownSwitch option of the
CellAlgoSwitch.DlSchSwitch parameter. This function can take effect only when basic symbol
power saving is enabled.
 11.1.2.1 Triggering

If enhanced symbol power saving is enabled for a cell, it enters this state when the PRB usage of
the eNodeB drops below 50%.
11.1.2.2 eNodeB Actions

When transmitting downlink service data, the eNodeB dynamically detects which subframes do
not contain user data and configures these subframes as MBSFN subframes in accordance with
section 7.2.1 of 3GPP TR 36.927. This enables the eNodeB to turn off PAs for more symbols.
11.1.2.3 Leaving

The cells under an eNodeB exit the enhanced symbol power saving state when either of the
following conditions is met:
 The downlink PRB usage of the eNodeB is at least 50%.
 When an RF module is shared by multiple RATs, a non-LTE carrier exits the power saving
state.
11.2 Network Analysis

11.2.1 Benefits

Enhanced power saving is recommended when all UEs on the LTE network comply with 3GPP
R8 or later. Such UEs can identify and process MBSFN subframes to support this function. The
PAs of RF modules are shut down when symbols are empty, reducing the power consumption.
To prevent energy saving–triggered shutdown from affecting the lifespan of RF modules, the RF
modules may exit the energy saving state when their own temperature differential exceeds a
specified threshold within 24 hours. Energy saving gains decrease in this case.
11.2.2 Impacts

Network Impacts

Basic symbol power saving enables the eNodeB to dynamically check the symbols or subframes
to be transmitted and turn off PAs during empty symbols or subframes. Therefore, it has no
impact on network performance.
Enhanced symbol power saving is configured based on MBSFN subframes, which are not
updated in real time. When the data to be transmitted increases, the number of MBSFN
subframes cannot promptly decrease, causing a delay of approximately 100 seconds before the
transmission rate increases. To implement enhanced symbol power saving in LTE networks, UEs
must be capable of identifying and handling MBSFN subframes. Incapable UEs will not be able
to perform channel measurements or run data services when this function is enabled.
Enhanced symbol power saving enables the base station to schedule downlink subframes in a
centralized manner, decreasing the User Downlink Average Throughput.

Function Impacts
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11.3 Requirements

11.3.1 Licenses

RAT Feature ID Feature Name Model Sales Unit

FDD LOFD-001070 Symbol LT1S000SPS00 per cell

Power Saving

NB-IoT MLOFD-001070 Symbol ML1S000SPS00 per cell

Power Saving

TDD TDLOFD- Symbol LT1ST00SPS00 Per Cell

001070 Power Saving

11.3.2 Software

Before activating this function, ensure that its prerequisite functions have been activated and
mutually exclusive functions have been deactivated. For detailed operations, see the relevant
feature documents.

Prerequisite Functions

RAT Function Function Switch Reference Description

Name

FDD Basic For FDD: SymbolShutdownSwitch Energy Enhanced symbol

Conservation
TDD symbol option of the
and Emission
power saving
power ENodeBAlgoSwitch.PowerSaveSwitch Reduction depends on basic
saving parameter symbol power saving.
For TDD:
TddSymbolShutdownSwitch option
of the
ENodeBAlgoSwitch.PowerSaveSwitch
parameter

Mutually Exclusive Functions

RAT Function Function Switch Reference Description
Name

FDD RF channel CellRfShutdown.RfShutdownSwitch Energy Enhanced symbol

intelligent Conservation power saving does not
TDD and Emission
shutdown Reduction work with RF channel
intelligent shutdown
but is compatible with
other energy saving
features.

FDD eMBMS CellMBMSCfg.MBMSSwitch eMBMS None

TDD

FDD Out-of-band CellAlgoSwitch.RelaySwitch Relay MBSFN-based

TDD relay enhanced symbol
power saving does not
work with out-of-band
relay. If the symbols
during which PAs are
shut down belong to
relay subframes, there
will be significant
delay and jitter when
there is burst backhaul
traffic. As a result, the
backhaul link may be
unable to meet QoS
requirements.

FDD eMTC CellEmtcAlgo.EmtcAlgoSwitch eMTC MBSFN-based

introduction enhanced symbol
power saving does not
work with eMTC.

FDD LTE in-band Prb.DeployMode NB-IoT Basics Enhanced symbol

deployment (FDD) power saving does not
work with LTE in-band
deployment. This is
because enhanced
symbol power saving
is configured based on
MBSFN subframes,
which may also be
used in LTE in-band
deployment scenarios.

TDD Downlink ENodeBAlgoSwitch.CaAlgoSwitch Carrier Enhanced symbol

CA Aggregation power saving does not
 RAT Function Function Switch Reference Description
Name

work with downlink

CA.

TDD Relay node CellAlgoSwitch.RelaySwitch Relay MBSFN-based

identification enhanced symbol
power saving does not
work with out-of-band
relay. If the symbols
during which PAs are
shut down belong to
relay subframes, there
will be significant
delay and jitter when
there is burst backhaul
traffic. As a result, the
backhaul link may be
unable to meet QoS
requirements.

TDD eMTC CellEmtcAlgo.EmtcAlgoSwitch eMTC MBSFN-based

introduction enhanced symbol
power saving does not
work with eMTC.

11.3.3 Hardware

Base Station Models

3900 and 5900 series base stations are compatible with this function.

Boards

None

RF Modules

For FDD, the following RF modules support symbol power saving: RRU5904w, RRU5309,
RRU5301, RRU5304W, RRU5309W, RRU3221, RRU3240, RRU3249, RRU3260, RRU3262,
RRU3268, RRU3269, RRU3281, RRU3668, RRU3832, RRU3838, RRU3952m, RRU3928,
RRU3929, RRU3938, RRU3939, RRU3942, RRU3952, RRU3952m, RRU3953, RRU3958,
RRU3959, RRU3959a, RRU3959w, RRU3962, RRU3964, RRU3971, RRU3971a, RRU3841,
RRU5905, RRU5909, RRU3832, RRU5301, MRFUc, MRFUd, MRFUdw, AAU3911,
AAU5711, AAU5711a, RRU5901w, RRU5904, RRU5501, RRU5502, RRU5505, RRU5507,
RRU5508, RRU5509t, RRU5903, AAU3920, AAU3940, AAU3961, and AAU5726
 For TDD, the following RF modules support symbol power saving: AAU5281, AAU5271,
AAU5613, RRU3236E, AAU5313, RRU3232, RRU3251, RRU3252, RRU3253, RRU3256,
RRU3259, RRU3273, RRU3276, RRU3278, RRU3278u, RRU3279, RRU5251, RRU5258,
AAU5614, and RRU5254
In LTE TDD and 5G dual-mode scenarios, RF modules do not support symbol power saving.
11.3.4 Others

None
11.4 Operation and Maintenance

11.4.1 Data Configuration

11.4.1.1 Data Preparation

and Table 11-2 describe the parameters used for activation of basic and enhanced symbol
Table 11-1
power saving.
Table 11-1 Parameters used for activation of basic symbol power saving
RAT Parameter Parameter ID Setting Notes
Name

FDD Power ENodeBAlgoSwitch.PowerSaveSwitch The SymbolShutdownSwitch option

save controls whether to enable eNodeB-
switch specific basic symbol power saving
for FDD and NB-IoT.

TDD Power ENodeBAlgoSwitch.PowerSaveSwitch The TddSymbolShutdownSwitch

save option controls whether to enable
switch eNodeB-specific basic symbol power
saving for TDD.

Table 11-2 Parameters used for activation of enhanced symbol power saving
RAT Parameter Parameter ID Setting Notes
Name

FDD Local cell ID CellAlgoSwitch.LocalCellId None

TDD

FDD DL schedule CellAlgoSwitch.DlSchSwitch Select the MBSFNShutDownSwitch

TDD switch option of this parameter.

11.4.1.2 Using MML Commands

Activation Command Examples

 Basic symbol power saving

For FDD and NB-IoT:
 MOD ENODEBALGOSWITCH: PowerSaveSwitch=SymbolShutdownSwitch-1;
For TDD:
MOD ENODEBALGOSWITCH: PowerSaveSwitch=TddSymbolShutdownSwitch-1;

 Enhanced symbol power saving

 MOD ENODEBALGOSWITCH: PowerSaveSwitch=SymbolShutdownSwitch-1;
MOD ENODEBALGOSWITCH: PowerSaveSwitch=TddSymbolShutdownSwitch-1;
MOD CELLALGOSWITCH: LocalCellId=0, DLSCHSWITCH=MBSFNShutDownSwitch-1;

 Symbol power saving supported by dual-mode RF modules

MOD ENODEBALGOSWITCH: PowerSaveSwitch=TddSymbolShutdownSwitch-1;
//Running the following command on the RNC
MOD NODEB: SMTXPWSWI=ON;

Deactivation Command Examples

 Deactivating basic symbol power saving

For FDD and NB-IoT:
MOD ENODEBALGOSWITCH: PowerSaveSwitch=SymbolShutdownSwitch-0;
For TDD:
MOD ENODEBALGOSWITCH: PowerSaveSwitch=TddSymbolShutdownSwitch-0;

 Deactivating enhanced symbol power saving

MOD CELLALGOSWITCH: LocalCellId=0, DLSCHSWITCH=MBSFNShutDownSwitch-0;

11.4.1.3 Using the CME

This function can be activated for a single eNodeB or a batch of eNodeBs on the CME. For
detailed operations, see CME-based Feature Configuration.
For NB-IoT, this function can be batch activated on the CME. For detailed operations, see the
following section in the CME product documentation or online help: CME Management >
CME Guidelines > Enhanced Feature Management > Feature Operation and Maintenance.
11.4.2 Activation Verification

Basic Symbol Power Saving

1. Run the LST ENODEBALGOSWITCH command. For FDD, verify that the value of the
Power save switch parameter is Symbol shutdown switch:On. For TDD, verify that the
value of the Power save switch parameter is TDD Symbol shutdown switch:On.
2. Run the DSP CELL command and verify that the value of the Symbol shutdown state
parameter is SYMBOL_SHUTDOWN.
3. Run the LST CELLALGOSWITCH command and verify that the value of the DL
schedule switch parameter is MBSFNShutDownSwitch:Off.

Enhanced Symbol Power Saving

 1. Run the LST ENODEBALGOSWITCH command and verify that the value of the Power
save switch parameter is Symbol shutdown switch:On.
2. Run the DSP CELL command and verify that the value of the Symbol shutdown state
parameter is SYMBOL_SHUTDOWN.
3. Run the LST CELLALGOSWITCH command and verify that the value of the DL
schedule switch parameter is MBSFNShutDownSwitch:On.
4. Verify that the downlink PRB usage of the cell is less than 50%.
5. View the configuration and update of the MBSFN subframes in the SIB2 messages over the
Uu interface.
11.4.3 Network Monitoring

Performance counters on the U2020 are used to monitor and evaluate the performance of this
function.
You can query the VS.EnergyCons.BTS.Adding.LTE counter value to observe the power
consumption of an eNodeB.
If the counter value drops significantly after this function is activated, symbol power saving is
delivering the expected performance. If it does not, symbol power saving is underperforming.
Compare the eNodeB power consumption data on the live network from one week before and
one week after the function is enabled to assess the energy saving gains.

12 Intelligent Power-Off of Carriers in the Same Coverage as UMTS Networks (FDD)

12.1 Principles

Intelligent power-off of carriers in the same coverage as UMTS networks enables the eNodeB to
transfer UEs from an E-UTRAN cell to a neighboring UTRAN cell and power off the carrier of
the E-UTRAN cell to save power when the following conditions are met:
 The E-UTRAN cell covers the same area as the neighboring UTRAN cell.
 The E-UTRAN cell is serving a small number of UEs and is lightly loaded.
Figure 12-1 illustrates how it works.
Figure 12-1 Operating principles for intelligent power-off of carriers in the same coverage as UMTS networks

This function is controlled by the InterRatCellShutdown.ForceShutdownSwitch parameter. The

start and end time for this function to take effect are specified by the
InterRatCellShutdown.StartTime and InterRatCellShutdown.StopTime parameters.
To ensure the expected QoS during service migration, this function is used only when an LTE
cell has a co-coverage neighboring UTRAN cell and all UEs in the LTE cell support the
frequency band of the UTRAN cell.
12.1.1 Triggering

An E-UTRAN cell that has a co-coverage neighboring UTRAN cell enters the intelligent power-
off of carriers in the same coverage as UMTS networks state only when all of the following
conditions are met:
 The InterRatCellShutdown.ShutDownType parameter is set to
BY_UTRAN_WITHOUT_LOAD.
 The uplink PRB usage of the E-UTRAN cell does not exceed the value of the
InterRatCellShutdown.UlPrbThd parameter.
 The downlink PRB usage of the E-UTRAN cell does not exceed the value of the
InterRatCellShutdown.DlPrbThd parameter.
 The number of UEs in the E-UTRAN cell does not exceed the value of the
InterRatCellShutdown.BearNumThd parameter.
 All online UEs in the E-UTRAN cell support UMTS.

To prevent this feature from affecting the inter-RAT MLB feature, the values of both the
InterRatCellShutdown.UlPrbThd and InterRatCellShutdown.DlPrbThd parameters must be less than the value
of the CellMLB.InterRATMlbThd parameter.

12.1.2 eNodeB Actions

When a cell enters the intelligent power-off of carriers in the same coverage as UMTS networks
state, the eNodeB
1. Prohibits new UE access or non-coverage-based handovers to the cell.
 2. Transfers all UEs in the local cell to a co-coverage neighboring UTRAN cell within 30
seconds. If not all UEs in the cell are transferred to the neighboring cell within 30 seconds,
the eNodeB removes the prohibition on UE access and incoming handovers and reevaluates
whether the conditions for starting the intelligent power-off of carriers in the same coverage
as UMTS networks function are met.
3. Powers off the carrier after there is no UE in the local cell.
4. Sends an eNodeB Configuration Update message over the X2 interface to each neighboring
eNodeB. The message contains the Deactivation Indication IE, indicating that the cell is
deactivated for energy conservation.
12.1.3 Leaving

An E-UTRAN cell exits the intelligent power-off of carriers in the same coverage as UMTS
networks mode when the specified end time arrives or the function switch is turned off. In this
case, the eNodeB turns on the carrier again.
12.2 Network Analysis

12.2.1 Benefits

This function is recommended when E-UTRAN cells cover the same areas as neighboring
UTRAN cells and UEs support both LTE and UMTS.
This function is used when the NodeBs or eNodeBs are not provided by Huawei. If both NodeBs
and eNodeBs are provided by Huawei, the MRFD-121133 Multi-RAT Carrier Joint Intelligent
Shutdown (eNodeB) feature is recommended.
Power saving efficiency may decrease when multiple carriers share the same PA. This is because
the PA can be shut down only when all the carriers are powered off. For example, if the GSM
and LTE carriers use the same PA, the PA cannot be shut down if the LTE carrier is powered off
but the GSM carrier is not.
To prevent energy saving–triggered shutdown from affecting the lifespan of RF modules, the RF
modules may exit the energy saving state when their own temperature differential exceeds a
specified threshold within 24 hours. Energy saving gains decrease in this case.
12.2.2 Impacts

Network Impacts

To save power, this function enables the eNodeB to power off the carrier of the E-UTRAN cell
whose load is less than the configured threshold. After an E-UTRAN cell is shut down, the cell
no longer provides services and UEs are transferred to a UTRAN cell. Each time an LTE carrier
is powered off, the total network capacity is reduced by an amount equal to the capacity of the
shut-down cell. Therefore, enable this function when the network load is light.
When the carrier of an E-UTRAN cell is shut down by this function, the eNodeB transfers UEs
to a co-coverage UTRAN cell by handovers or redirections. As a result, the following counter
values increase:
  L.IRATHO.E2W.PrepAttOut: number of outgoing handover attempts from E-UTRAN to WCDMA
network
 L.IRATHO.E2W.ExecAttOut: number of outgoing handover executions from E-UTRAN to
WCDMA network
 L.IRATHO.E2W.ExecSuccOut: number of successful outgoing handovers from E-UTRAN to
WCDMA network
 L.RRCRedirection.E2W: number of redirections from E-UTRAN to WCDMA network
To hand the UEs over quickly, the E-UTRAN cell rejects new incoming handover requests from
any neighboring cell. The source cell continues to send handover requests to other candidate
neighboring cells, for example, UTRAN cells. Therefore, the value of the
L.HHO.Prep.FailOut.PrepFailure counter increases in the source cell. This counter indicates the
number of intra-duplex-mode outgoing handover preparation failures because of the handover
preparation failure messages sent from the target cell.
Note that after an LTE carrier is powered off, UEs can initiate call services only in the co-
coverage UTRAN cell, which negatively impacts the user QoS experience. Therefore, this
function should be used only when traffic is light, for example, at night.

Function Impacts

Function Name Function Switch Reference Description

Dynamic CellDynPowerSharing.DynamicPowerSharingSwitch Dynamic Dynamic

power sharing Power power sharing
Sharing
between LTE Between does not work
carriers LTE Carriers for cells in the
intelligent
power-off of
carriers in the
same
coverage as
UMTS
networks
state.

Dynamic CellAlgoSwitch.DynAdjVoltSwitch Energy If the

voltage Conservation triggering
and
adjustment Emission conditions for
Reduction this function
and dynamic
voltage
adjustment are
both met, this
function will
take effect but
dynamic
Function Name Function Switch Reference Description

voltage
adjustment will
not.

Smart carrier SMART_CARRIER_SELECTION_SW option of Multi-carrier Enabling

selection the MultiCarrUnifiedSch.MultiCarrierUnifiedSchSw Unified intelligent
Scheduling
based on parameter power-off of
virtual grids carriers in the
same
coverage as
UMTS
networks
affects the
progress of
virtual grid
model
building.

CRS port AutoRecfgSwitch parameter in the STR MIMO In intelligent

mapping CRSPORTOPTDET command power-off of
detection and carriers in the
reconfiguration same
coverage as
UMTS
networks
mode, CRS
port mapping
detection and
reconfiguration
are not
supported. If
the conditions
for entering
intelligent
power-off of
carriers in the
same
coverage as
UMTS
networks
mode are met
in a cell
undergoing
CRS port
mapping
detection, the
cell will enter
 Function Name Function Switch Reference Description

intelligent
power-off of
carriers in the
same
coverage as
UMTS
networks
mode and the
detection will
be interrupted.

12.3 Requirements

12.3.1 Licenses

RAT Feature ID Feature Name Model Sales Unit

FDD LOFD-001074 Intelligent Power-Off LT1S0IPOCC00 per cell

of Carriers in the
Same Coverage of
UMTS Network

12.3.2 Software

Before activating this function, ensure that its prerequisite functions have been activated and
mutually exclusive functions have been deactivated. For detailed operations, see the relevant
feature documents.

Prerequisite Functions

None

Mutually Exclusive Functions

Function Function Switch Reference Description

Name

SFN cell Cell.MultiRruCellMode SFN None

RF channel CellRfShutdown.RfShutdownSwitch Energy Intelligent power-off of

intelligent Conservation and carriers in the same
Emission
shutdown Reduction coverage as UMTS
networks does not work
with RF channel intelligent
shutdown.
 Function Function Switch Reference Description
Name

Low power CellLowPower.LowPwrSwitch Energy Intelligent power-off of

consumption Conservation and carriers in the same
Emission
mode Reduction coverage as UMTS
networks does not work
with low power
consumption mode.

Intelligent CellShutdown.CellShutdownSwitch Energy When both the intelligent

power-off of Conservation and power-off of carriers in the
Emission
carriers in Reduction same coverage function
the same and the intelligent power-
coverage off of carriers in the same
coverage as UMTS
networks function are
enabled, the latter takes
effect only in capacity
cells. In addition, the two
functions cannot take
effect simultaneously in
capacity cells.

LTE in-band Prb.DeployMode NB-IoT Basics Enabling intelligent power-

deployment (FDD) off of carriers in the same
coverage as UMTS
networks will cause an
LTE FDD cell and any NB-
IoT cell deployed in the
FDD band of this cell to be
unavailable. Therefore,
this function does not work
with LTE in-band
deployment.

Unlimited- UsUeGuaranteeSwitch option of None None

service UE the CellUSParaCfg.UsAlgoSwitch
guarantee parameter

Massive MASSIVE_MIMO_Ph2 option of Massive MIMO Intelligent power-off of

MIMO the (FDD) carriers in the same
introduction eUCellSectorEqm.CellBeamMode coverage as UMTS
parameter networks is not supported
in massive MIMO cells.

12.3.3 Hardware

Base Station Models

 The following base stations are compatible with this function:
 3900 and 5900 series base stations
 DBS3900 LampSite and DBS5900 LampSite

Boards

None

RF Modules

None
12.3.4 Others

None
12.4 Operation and Maintenance

12.4.1 Data Configuration

12.4.1.1 Data Preparation

The following table describes the parameters that must be set in the InterRatCellShutdown MO
to configure intelligent power-off of carriers in the same coverage as UMTS networks.
Table 12-1 Data to prepare (InterRatCellShutdown)
Parameter Parameter ID Setting Notes
Name

Local cell InterRatCellShutdown.LocalCellId None

ID

Inter-RAT InterRatCellShutdown.Forceshutdownswitch This parameter specifies the switch

cell used to enable or disable inter-RAT
shutdown cell shutdown.
switch

Start time InterRatCellShutdown.StartTime Set this parameter to a time within

a light-load period.

Stop time InterRatCellShutdown.StopTime Set this parameter to a time within

a light-load period.

UE number InterRatCellShutdown.BearNumThd Set this parameter to its

threshold recommended value.
A larger parameter value indicates
a longer period for the intelligent
power-off of carriers in the same
coverage as UMTS networks
 Parameter Parameter ID Setting Notes
Name

function to take effect, which saves

more energy.
If service stability is a major
concern, set this parameter based
on traffic characteristics. This
prevents the neighboring UTRAN
cell from being overloaded or
carrying a large number of services
after the cell enters intelligent
power-off of carriers in the same
coverage as UMTS networks
mode.

Downlink InterRatCellShutdown.DlPrbThd  If the values of these two

PRB parameters are increased, more
threshold energy is conserved as the cell
is more likely to enter the
Uplink PRB InterRatCellShutdown.UlPrbThd intelligent power-off of carriers in
threshold the same coverage as UMTS
networks mode.
 If the values of these two
parameters are reduced, less
energy is conserved as the cell
is less likely to enter the
intelligent power-off of carriers in
the same coverage as UMTS
networks mode.
If energy conservation
effectiveness is a major concern,
set these two parameters to large
values.
If service stability is a major
concern, set the two parameters
based on traffic characteristics.
This prevents the neighboring
UTRAN cell from being overloaded
after the cell enters intelligent
power-off of carriers in the same
coverage as UMTS networks
mode.

Shut Down InterRatCellShutdown.ShutDownType The value

Type BY_UTRAN_WITHOUT_LOAD is
recommended.

The following table describes the parameters that must be set in a UtranNFreq MO to configure
a neighboring UTRAN frequency.
Table 12-2 Data to prepare (UtranNFreq)
Parameter Name Parameter ID Setting Notes

Local cell ID UtranNFreq.LocalCellId This ID must be a value that has been set in
the Cell MO.

Downlink UARFCN UtranNFreq.UtranDlArfcn Set this parameter based on the

configuration of neighboring UTRAN cell.

The following table describes the parameters that must be set in a UtranExternalCell MO to
configure an external UTRAN cell.
Table 12-3 Data to prepare (UtranExternalCell)
Parameter Name Parameter ID Setting Notes

Mobile country UtranExternalCell.Mcc Set this parameter to the MCC of the

code home NodeB of the external UTRAN cell.
If the cell is shared among operators, set
this parameter to the MCC of the primary
operator.

Mobile network UtranExternalCell.Mnc Set this parameter to the MNC of the

code home NodeB of the external UTRAN cell.
If the cell is shared among operators, set
this parameter to the MNC of the primary
operator.

RNC cell ID UtranExternalCell.CellId Set this parameter to the same value in

the ULOCELL MO of the peer NodeB.

Downlink UtranExternalCell.UtranDlArfcn Set this parameter to the same value in

UARFCN the UCELLQUICKSETUP MO of the
peer NodeB.

RNC ID UtranExternalCell.RncId Set this parameter to the same value in

the URNCBASIC MO of the peer NodeB.

Routing area UtranExternalCell.RacCfgInd This parameter specifies whether to set

code configure the RAC for an external UTRAN cell.
indicator This parameter must be set to CFG if the
neighboring UTRAN cell supports PS
services.
Set this parameter to the same value in
the UCELLQUICKSETUP MO of the
peer NodeB.

Routing area UtranExternalCell.Rac This parameter specifies the RAC. If

code RacCfgInd is set to CFG, this parameter
is mandatory.
 Parameter Name Parameter ID Setting Notes

Set this parameter to the same value in

the UCELLQUICKSETUP MO of the
peer NodeB.

Primary UtranExternalCell.PScrambCode Set this parameter to the same value in

scrambling code the URNCBASIC MO of the peer NodeB.

Location area UtranExternalCell.Lac Set this parameter to the same value in

code the ULAC MO of the peer NodeB.

The following table describes the parameters that must be set in a UtranNCell MO to configure
the neighbor relationship with a UTRAN cell.
Table 12-4 Data to prepare (UtranNCell)
Parameter Name Parameter ID Setting Notes

Local cell ID UtranNCell.LocalCellId This ID must be a value that has been set in
the Cell MO.

Mobile country code UtranNCell.Mcc If the neighboring cell is shared among

operators, set this parameter to the MCC of
the primary operator.
Set this parameter to the same value in the
URNCBASIC MO of the peer NodeB.

Mobile network code UtranNCell.Mnc If the neighboring cell is shared among

operators, set this parameter to the MNC of
the primary operator.
Set this parameter to the same value in the
URNCBASIC MO of the peer NodeB.

RNC cell ID UtranNCell.CellId Set this parameter to the same value in the
ULOCELL MO of the peer NodeB.

12.4.1.2 Using MML Commands

Activation Command Examples

//Configuring inter-RAT handovers

MOD CELLHOPARACFG: LocalCellId=0, HoModeSwitch=UtranPsHoSwitch-
1&UtranRedirectSwitch-1;
//Adding the neighbor relationship with a UTRAN cell
ADD UTRANNFREQ: LocalCellId=0, UtranDlArfcn=10763,
UtranFddTddType=UTRAN_FDD, UtranUlArfcnCfgInd=NOT_CFG,
CellReselPriorityCfgInd=NOT_CFG;
ADD UTRANEXTERNALCELL: Mcc="302", Mnc="220", RncId=120, CellId=120,
UtranDlArfcn=10763, UtranUlArfcnCfgInd=NOT_CFG, UtranFddTddType=UTRAN_FDD,
RacCfgInd=CFG, Rac=0, PScrambCode=112, Lac=1;
 ADD UTRANEXTERNALCELLPLMN: Mcc="302", Mnc="220", RncId=120, CellId=120,
ShareMcc="302", ShareMnc="610";
ADD UTRANNCELL: LocalCellId=0, Mcc="302", Mnc="220", RncId=120, CellId=120;
//Enabling intelligent power-off of carriers in the same coverage as UMTS
networks
MOD INTERRATCELLSHUTDOWN: LocalCellId=0, ForceShutdownSwitch=ON,
StartTime=00&00&00,StopTime=06&00&00, DlPrbThd=10, UlPrbThd=10, UENumThd=20,
ShutDownType= BY_UTRAN_WITHOUT_LOAD;

Deactivation Command Examples

//Disabling intelligent power-off of carriers in the same coverage as UMTS

networks
MOD INTERRATCELLSHUTDOWN: LocalCellId=0, ForceShutdownSwitch=OFF;

12.4.1.3 Using the CME

For detailed operations, see CME-based Feature Configuration.

12.4.2 Activation Verification

1. Run the LST INTERRATCELLSHUTDOWN command and verify that the value of the
Inter-RAT cell shutdown switch parameter is On and the value of the Shut Down Type
parameter is BY_UTRAN_WITHOUT_LOAD.
2. Run the DSP TIME command to verify that the eNodeB system time falls within the period
when the intelligent power-off of carriers in the same coverage as UMTS networks function
takes effect.
3. Choose Monitor > Signaling Trace > Signaling Trace Management on the U2020. In the
navigation tree on the left of the displayed Signaling Trace Management window, choose
Trace Type > LTE > Cell Performance Monitoring > Users Statistic Monitoring. Verify
that the number of UEs in the E-UTRAN cell is less than the value of the UE number
threshold parameter.
4. Choose Monitor > Signaling Trace > Signaling Trace Management on the U2020. In the
navigation tree on the left of the displayed Signaling Trace Management window, choose
Trace Type > LTE > Cell Performance Monitoring > Usage of RB Monitoring. Verify
that the uplink and downlink PRB usages of the E-UTRAN cell are less than the values of
the Uplink PRB threshold and Downlink PRB threshold parameters, respectively.
5. After 6 minutes, run the DSP CELL command to verify that the value of the Cell power
save state parameter is CELL_PWRSAVE_INTERRAT_CELLSHD.
12.4.3 Network Monitoring

To monitor and evaluate the performance of this function, operators can view the following data
on the U2020:
 eNodeB power consumption
You can check the VS.EnergyCons.BTS.Adding.LTE counter value to observe the eNodeB power
consumption. For the meaning of this counter, see Performance Counter Reference of
eNodeBs.
 If the eNodeB power consumption drops significantly after intelligent power-off of carriers in
the same coverage as UMTS networks is activated, this function is delivering the expected
performance. If it does not, this function is underperforming.
 Duration when a cell is in the intelligent power-off of carriers in the same coverage or
intelligent power-off of carriers in the same coverage as UMTS networks state
You can check the L.ChMeas.DFEE.CarrierOFF.Dur counter value to learn how long the cell has
been in this state. For the meaning of this counter, see Performance Counter Reference of
eNodeBs.
 Duration of cell unavailability due to energy saving
You can check the L.Cell.Unavail.Dur.EnergySaving counter value to observe how long the cell
has been unavailable.
The measurement periods of the L.ChMeas.DFEE.CarrierOFF.Dur and L.Cell.Unavail.Dur.EnergySaving
counters are different. Therefore, the values of the two counters have a maximum deviation of 5
seconds.
Compare the eNodeB power consumption data on the live network from one week before and
one week after the function is enabled to assess the energy saving gains.

13 Parameters

The following hyperlinked EXCEL files of parameter documents match the software version
with which this document is released.
 Node Parameter Reference: contains device and transport parameters.
 eNodeBFunction Parameter Reference:
contains all parameters related to radio access functions,
including air interface management, access control, mobility control, and radio resource
management.
 eNodeBFunction Used Reserved Parameter List: contains the reserved parameters that are in use and
those that have been disused.

You can find the EXCEL files of parameter reference and used reserved parameter list for the software version used
on the live network from the product documentation delivered with that version.

FAQ 1: How do I find the parameters related to a certain feature from parameter
reference?
1. Open the EXCEL file of parameter reference.
 2. On the Parameter List sheet, filter the Feature ID column. Click Text Filters and choose
Contains. Enter the feature ID, for example, LOFD-001016 or TDLOFD-001016.
3. Click OK. All parameters related to the feature are displayed.
FAQ 2: How do I find the information about a certain reserved parameter from the used
reserved parameter list?
1. Open the EXCEL file of the used reserved parameter list.
2. On the Used Reserved Parameter List sheet, use the MO, Parameter ID, and BIT
columns to locate the reserved parameter, which may be only a bit of a parameter. View its
information, including the meaning, values, impacts, and product version in which it is
activated for use.

14 Counters

The following hyperlinked EXCEL files of performance counter reference match the software
version with which this document is released.
 Node Performance Counter Summary: contains device and transport counters.
 eNodeBFunction Performance Counter Summary:
contains all counters related to radio access
functions, including air interface management, access control, mobility control, and radio
resource management.

You can find the EXCEL files of performance counter reference for the software version used on the live network
from the product documentation delivered with that version.

FAQ: How do I find the counters related to a certain feature from performance counter
reference?
1. Open the EXCEL file of performance counter reference.
2. On the Counter Summary(En) sheet, filter the Feature ID column. Click Text Filters and
choose Contains. Enter the feature ID, for example, LOFD-001016 or TDLOFD-001016.
3. Click OK. All counters related to the feature are displayed.
15 Glossary

For the acronyms, abbreviations, terms, and definitions, see Glossary.

16 Reference Documents

1. 3GPP TS 36.211, "Physical Channels and Modulation"

2. Scheduling

3. Power Control

4. Mobility Management in Connected Mode

5. ETWS

6. CMAS

7. Initial Configuration Guide of eNodeBs

8. Performance Counter Reference of eNodeBs