Electronica 2024

Design, verification and debug of GaN DC / DC converters

The MXO 5 oscilloscope, combined with the new R&S®RT-ZISO isolated probing system, enables precise characterization and verification of next generation wide bandgap (WBG) SiC and GaN power designs. See how this system sets new benchmarks for accuracy, sensitivity, dynamic range and bandwidth.

Key instruments:

• R&S®MXO 5 oscilloscope, 8-channel model
• R&S®RT-ZISO isolated probing system
• R&S®NGP804 power supply

In-situ characterization of power electronics

Our double pulse tester system, developed in partnership with PE Systems, enables precise characterization of power semiconductors and passive components. It simplifies searching for optimal driver parameters and allows you to perform verification measurements on complete power electronic systems.

Key instruments:

• R&S®MXO 5 oscilloscope, 8-channel model
• R&S®RT-ZISO isolated probing system
• R&S®RT-ZHD high voltage probe

Wideband modulated load pull

We are presenting a new solution for wideband modulated load pull that verifies system level performance of RF frontends across different impedances, as seen when driving RF signals into an antenna for a wider frequency range.

Key instruments:

• R&S®SMW200A vector signal generator
• R&S®RTP164 oscilloscope
• New software option R&S®RTP-K98

Conducted emission measurements

The R&S®EPL1000 EMI test receiver is ideal for conducted voltage and current measurements. Typical applications include pre-compliance measurements, precertification and certification in line with IEC, EN, CISPR and FCC. At our booth, we demonstrate how it can be used to measure the conducted emissions of a lamp according to CISPR 16-1-1.

Key instruments:

• R&S®EPL1000 EMI test receiver
• R&S®ENV216 two-line V-network
• R&S®ELEKTRA (ELEMI-E) test software

Gigabit Multimedia Serial Link (GMSL™) signal integrity analysis

The R&S®RTP oscilloscope is perfect for performing key signal integrity measurements such as eye diagrams to validate and debug a link. Our demo shows how it can be used in conjunction with the Gigabit Multimedia Serial Link (GMSL™) from Analog Devices - a cost efficient and scalable SerDes technology. See how the two solutions come together to achieve a new level of performance for reliable high resolution digital video transport for camera and display based applications.

Key instruments:

• R&S®RTP oscilloscope
• Gigabit Multimedia Serial Link (GMSL™) from Analog Devices

Automotive radar functional testing

R&S®RadEsT is an ultra compact automotive radar target simulator that meets a wide array of testing needs - from lab based functional testing to vehicle level production checks and beyond. Our setup demonstrates how you can use R&S®RadEsT in radar sensor calibration and ADAS/AD functional testing as well as on OEM production lines.

Key instruments:

• R&S®RadEsT automotive radar essential tester

Electric drivetrain component testing

The transition to electric vehicles requires characterization and optimization of all drivetrain components. We showcase a comprehensive solution that covers DC link characterization, switching analysis, bus debugging, EMI pre-compliance and wireless BMS production testing.

Key instruments:

• MFIA impedance analyzer from Zurich Instruments
• R&S®MXO 5 oscilloscope, 8-channel model
• R&S®NGM201 power supply

NTN-NR testing

The CMX500 and CMW500 offer comprehensive testing capabilities for non terrestrial networks (NTN) in 5G New Radio (NR) and 4G LTE. These solutions offer extensive protocol verification and compliance with regulatory standards, addressing critical factors such as Doppler effects, signal delay and communication over satellite links.

Key instruments:

• R&S®CMX500 5G one-box signaling tester
• R&S®CMW500 wideband radio communication tester
• R&S®SMB100B RF and microwave signal generator

RedCap device testing

The Rohde & Schwarz RedCap device testing solution, based on the CMX500, verifies RedCap aspects as defined in 3GPP 5G Release 17. It provides specialized testing for RedCap device R&D with extensive LTE and 5G NR protocol verification capabilities.

Key instruments:

• R&S®CMX500 Lite