| 摘要 |
A multi-protocol system selection capability for a mobile station that provides prioritization based on system features as well as on system identification. The inter-protocol and intra-protocol background scanning functionality, as currently specified for GAIT Phase 1, is preferably incorporated, although other scanning techniques could be used as well. In general, a variable number of priorities are allowed, with configurable scanning behavior for each priority, as well as a configurable treatment for each priority. In addition, the multi-protocol system selection capability allows seamless prioritization between different protocols, and furthermore provides a high level of flexibility to allow for divergent and evolving operator preferences and requirements. This is accomplished by simply modifying a mobile station database, as opposed to revising the system selection algorithm software. |
