BER Of Bi-Phase-L With Optimum Receiver V2 Performance

BER of Bi-Phase-L with Optimum Receiver v2 The performance of a digital communication system in the presence of additive white Gaussian noise (AWGN) can be assessed by the measurement of the bit error rate (BER). The bi-phase (Manchester or sometimes also called split phase RZ) line code is to be used here. MS Figure 4.20 contains the bi-phase-L (or split phase RZ) baseband transmit signal generator (lower right) and three other signals which can be simplified and used here. The bi-phase-L (or split phase RZ) signal is shown in MS Figure 4.21 with an output amplitude of ±1 for the binary bit stream …. MS Figure 4.20 AMI NRZ and RZ and split-phase RZ line code binary data generators (Fig420.slx).

This laboratory exercise aims to evaluate the Bit Error Rate (BER) performance of a Bi-phase-L (split phase RZ) digital communication system employing an optimum correlation receiver in an Additive White Gaussian Noise (AWGN) channel. The goal is to modify the existing Simulink model to accurately generate and transmit a bi-phase-L baseband signal, simulate the system under various Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR) conditions, and analyze the BER performance against theoretical expectations.

Initially, students are instructed to familiarize themselves with the baseline binary rectangular symmetrical Pulse Amplitude Modulation (PAM) system presented in the standard model (Fig. 2.34). This model includes a binary data source, PAM transmitter, AWGN channel, and an optimal correlation receiver, offering a reference point for system modifications. Students must examine the model's parameters, including data rate, pulse gain, and timing, ensuring that the simulation step time (TS) is appropriately set—starting with 20 microseconds (τ_s = 20 μs)—to ensure high-resolution sampling conducive to accurate BER measurement.

The core task involves replacing the rectangular PAM generator with the bi-phase-L baseband signal generator, as depicted in MS Figure 4.20. This replacement necessitates configuring the transmitter to produce a split phase RZ waveform with amplitudes of ±Vs, where Vs is derived from the transmitter gain (TX Gain) and digital data source parameters. These parameters, including the amplitude Vs, bit duration Tb, and TX Gain, are calculated based on the student’s university ID: the gain as the sum of the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th digits divided by 10; the bit duration as the sum of the 3rd, 4th, and 6th digits in milliseconds.

The receiver configuration must be adjusted to utilize a single correlation function receiver with a reference signal φ̂2(t), which must be generated to match the expected split phase RZ waveform. The reference signal is derived by correlating the received waveform with an ideal replica φ2(t) that accounts for the bi-phase-L encoding scheme's timing and phase characteristics. students will plot the reference signal over several bit intervals to verify its congruence with the transmitted signal.

The simulation parameters, particularly the simulation step time TS, should be chosen to ensure no-bit error at high SNR (preferably with BER approaching zero) in the absence of noise. The SNR is varied across a standard range, such as 0 to 10 dB, by adjusting the AWGN channel noise variance based on the calculated energy per bit Eb. The system's performance is evaluated by recording the BER at each SNR level, and the results are tabulated and compared to theoretical values derived from the Q-function, considering the energy per bit, Eb, and the noise spectral density.

Special attention must be paid to timing and delay parameters within the Simulink model, including the delay between transmitted and received bits, as deviations here often cause non-zero BER in noiseless conditions. The overall goal is to replicate an ideal communication scenario with zero BER in the absence of noise and then observe the BER performance degradation as noise increases. The final report should include the comparative analysis of experimental BER results against theoretical values, discussing any discrepancies, potential sources of errors, and the impact of system parameters on overall performance.

Paper For Above instruction

The performance of digital communication systems in noisy environments can be comprehensively understood through the analysis of bit error rates (BER). Specifically, in the context of bi-phase-L (split phase RZ) encoding, evaluating how the system withstands additive white Gaussian noise (AWGN) provides insights into its robustness and reliability. This paper discusses the methodology for modifying a standard PAM-based Simulink model to implement and analyze a bi-phase-L system employing an optimum correlation receiver.

Initial steps involve familiarizing oneself with existing models such as the basic PAM system illustrated in Figure 2.34, which entails a data source, PAM modulator, AWGN channel, and correlator receiver. The modification process replaces the conventional rectangular pulse generator with a bi-phase-L waveform generator modeled after MS Figure 4.20. This waveform features a symmetrical split phase RZ pattern with amplitudes of ±Vs, where Vs depends on the transmitter gain and bit duration. Accurate calculation of these parameters is critical to ensure system fidelity, particularly in achieving zero BER in noise-free conditions.

Configuring the transmitter requires setting Vs based on the student’s university ID, specifically by summing designated digits and dividing by 10 to obtain the scaled amplitude. The bit duration Tb, key for timing and sampling, is determined similarly from specific digits in the ID. Once configured, the modified transmitter outputs a waveform of ± Vs with a period Tb, aligning with the bi-phase-L encoding scheme. The receiver's correlation function must then be redefined to match this waveform, which involves generating a reference signal φ̂2(t) that correlates optimally with the transmitted signal.

The process of deriving φ̂2(t) involves mathematical modeling of the bi-phase-L waveform, typically by integrating the transmitted waveform over the bit interval and normalizing as required. Implementing this in Simulink involves creating a signal source that produces the ideal correlation template, which can be verified visually by plotting over multiple bit periods. The correlator uses this reference to enhance detection performance, especially in noisy environments.

Simulation accuracy hinges on appropriate selection of the sampling interval TS, which should be small enough to resolve the waveform adequately—initially set at 20 μs, equivalent to a 50 kHz sampling frequency. This resolution helps in obtaining precise measurements of the BER, especially at high SNR levels where the BER approaches zero. Adjustments to the noise variance in the AWGN channel are made based on the calculated energy per bit Eb, ensuring that the SNR spans the desired range in dB scale.

Results from these simulations reveal the BER trend across different SNR values, often matching the theoretical values predicted by the Q-function for binary signals. Comparing experimental data with theoretical curves illuminates the effects of system imperfections, timing errors, or amplitude mismatches. Discrepancies might stem from imperfect synchronization or sampling errors, and understanding these helps improve system design.

In conclusion, this analysis underscores the importance of precise waveform generation, timing synchronization, and parameter selection in digital communication systems utilizing bi-phase-L encoding. The modified Simulink model serves as a valuable tool for visualizing system behavior under various noise conditions, thereby offering practical insights into system robustness and operational limits. The findings reinforce fundamental digital communication principles, including the significance of optimal matching between transmitted signals and receiver correlation functions, in ensuring minimal BER performance.

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