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Pilot Channel

This is an unmodulated , direct sequence spread spectrum signal transmitted by a CDMA (Code Division Multiple Access) BS (Base Station) or MS (Mobile Station). A pilot channel provides a phase reference for coherent demodulation in addition to providing a means for signal strength comparisons between Base Stations, which is used when determining when to handoff.
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