Generalized model for TCM performance evaluation in different mobile radio channels

This paper deals with derivation of a mathematical model which will enable BER (bit error rate) performance determination in mobile radio channels when trellis coded modulation (TCM) is chosen as a solution for fading mitigation. Considering different mobile radio signal propagation conditions described with appropriate fast fading statistical distributions, full generalization of the presented model is achieved. Thus, this model for performance evaluation offers possibilities for direct BER calculations no matter the type of the fading encountered in the mobile radio channel.