The MAC PDU mode focuses on the MAC PDU as the lowest-level component in configuring the frame. The generated waveforms are suitable for receiver test applications.
In the MAC PDU mode, you can:
enter data as MAC PDUs.
automatically generate an FCH (frame control header) and broadcast messages (DL-MAP, UL-MAP, DCD, and UCD) based on your frame configuration.
set appropriate MAC messaging parameters to simulate base station and subscriber station transmission.
The Physical mode provides a quick method for configuring a spectrally correct waveform with user-selected data in the downlink or uplink bursts. In this mode, the software does not automatically generate an FCH that matches the frame configuration or automatically include broadcast messages in the waveform. The generated waveforms are suitable for component test applications.
In the Physical mode, you can:
manually create an FCH with fixed data patterns, PN (pseudo-number) sequences, user data, or create a DLFP using data entered into the DLFP Editor.
create MAC PDUs using the MAC PDU Editor.
generate signals with known bit errors to test baseband processing.