FCCH

Also known as: Frequency Correction Channel

Frequency Correction Channel (FCCH) is a downlink GSM Broadcast Channel (BCH).

The FCCH is transmitted by a Base Transceiver Station (BTS) to provide the signalling information required by the MS (Mobile Station) to establish the cell carrier frequency and enable the MS to correct its frequency if necessary.

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Last updated 30th January 2008, 14:39 GMT