Introduction

Successful interoperation of CDPD equipment requires correct implementation of the CDPD protocols. Abstract Test Suites (ATSs) contain the specifications for tests sufficient to indicate the likelihood of correct protocol implementations. This Part presents an overview of protocol testing and CDPD ATS methodology.

Basic Interconnection Tests (BITs) are used to reduce the likelihood that rogue implementations negatively impact the CDPD infrastructure. A more extensive test capability is provided by conformance tests, which exercise a protocol through both its normal and error procedures for all mandatory functions and stated optional capabilities.

The ATSs defined in the following Parts include BIT testing and selected error scenario testing for CDPD protocols such as DSMA and MDLP. Testing for performance and stress is beyond the scope of TIA/EIA-732.

The goal of the tests defined in the following Parts is to ensure that CDPD equipment provides good and fair service to the users of CDPD systems. However, these tests are not so restrictive as to contain implementations by manufacturers.

Any conflict, either real or perceived, between the test suites and the protocol definitions shall be resolved in favor of the protocol definitions.