This Standard details definitions, methods of measurement, and minimum performancerequirements for access networks. This Standard shares the purpose of [1] (and subsequent revisions thereof) by ensuring that an access terminal can obtain service in anysystem that meets the compatibility requirements of [1].

Compatibility, as used in connection with this Standard and [1], is understood to mean that any access terminal is able to open data connections in any HRPD system. Conversely, all HRPD systems are able to open connections with any access terminal.

Test methods are recommended in this document; however, methods other than thoserecommended may suffice for the same purpose.