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22-Feb-2024
Rohde & Schwarz and MediaTek to showcase 5G NTN-NR Rel.17 connection at MWC 2024Rohde & Schwarz and MediaTek have teamed up to demonstrate a 5G non-terrestrial network (NTN) new radio (NR) connection based on the latest 3GPP Release 17 specifications at this year's Mobile World Congress in Barcelona.
The R&S®CMW500 and the R&S®CMX500 are the perfect tools for assessing the funtionality and performance of 5G voice over new radio (VoNR) services.
30-Jun-2021
Cellular device testing This video highlights the 5G NR USIM/USAT conformance test solution from Comprion and Rohde & Schwarz using a R&S®CMX500 5G NR mobile radio tester and Comprions UT3 USIM simulator platform. The solution covers 5G NR USIM device conformance testing according to GCF WI-508-NR and PTCRB RFT 508-1 as well as USAT requirements defined in GCF WI-509-NR.
01-Jun-2023
Rohde & Schwarz takes lead in number of GCF-validated 5G RedCap conformance test casesRohde & Schwarz has successfully validated 5G RedCap (reduced capability) test cases for its R&S CMX500 one-box signaling tester and R&S TS8980 conformance test system for the recent Conformance Agreement Group (CAG) #74 meeting, allowing the Global Certification Forum (GCF) to activate the respective work items in their device certification program.
21-Dec-2021
Rohde & Schwarz supports China Mobile with 5G VoNR audio quality testAs of October 1, 2021, China Mobile requires all 5G enabled mobile phones to support voice services over 5G NR (VoNR). Accordingly, the network operator has announced corresponding audio quality test cases. China Mobile relies on the R&S CMX500 radio communication tester from Rohde & Schwarz for 5G VoNR test verification, and the first acceptance tests have already been performed.
17-May-2022
Rohde & Schwarz paves way for mandatory mobile device RRM certification from GCF for 5G NR FR2 frequenciesThe R&S TS-RRM-NR 5G conformance test system from Rohde & Schwarz is the first test platform to achieve test platform approval criteria (TPAC) from the GCF certification organization for 5G radio resource management (RRM) at FR2 frequencies. As a consequence, the first RRM conformance FR2 work items have reached “active” status, making them mandatory for mobile device certification. RRM FR2 test cases with one and two angles of arrival (1xAoA and 2xAoA) have been validated in multiple FR2 EN-DC band combinations.
This webinar gives an overview about requirements and tools used to test high throughput and VoNR in 5G with regard to functionality, quality of service and other relevant parameters in the lab before bringing a device to market. 5G, Voice over NR, VoNR This webinar gives an overview about requirements and tools used to test high throughput and VoNR in 5G before bringing a device to market.
10-May-2021
Rohde & Schwarz and HEAD acoustics demonstrate test solution for 5G voice over NR (VoNR) voice serviceTogether with HEAD acoustics, Rohde & Schwarz has successfully verified voice services over 5G NR (VoNR). The test solution employs the latest generation of the R&S CMX500 wideband radio communication tester, combined with the labCORE hardware platform from HEAD acoustics and their ACQUA measurement and analysis software. This setup allows simulation of a voice connection in both 5G (VoNR) and 4G (VoLTE) networks. This enables manufacturers of 5G capable telecommunications devices to test the voice quality of their devices at an early stage before market introduction. The solution was presented at the Mobile World Congress in Shanghai in February 2021 for the first time.
Test Solutions Based on R&S®CMX500 Platform
The evolution of mobile communication enters 5G New Radio (NR) era with pivotal features. Voice call service is however still considered as an indispensable element for mobile devices and worldwide network operators continue to maintain the voice service for their subscribers. In comparison to other Over-the-Top (OTT) voice services, such as WhatsApp©, Teams© etc., Voice over NR (VoNR) and Voice over LTE (VoLTE) maintain QoS, support well established handover mechanism and emergency call, and do not require to pre-install OTT app on the phone.In order to provide premium voice service and enhance the superb user experience, audio tests on mobile devices are essential before the product launch. Different audio test aspects among which acoustic, functional, performance and field tests need to be considered.This application note describes the performance test with focus on VoNR audio quality measurement via electrical interface of the mobile device. The test solution is based on R&S®CMX500 with its integrated POLQA algorithm.
26-Jul-2023 | AN-No. 1SL401
The R&S®CMW100 communications manufacturing test set with a supported bandwidth of 160 MHz is ready for testing initial 5G NR sub-6 GHz wireless devices in production. The video demonstrates a typical manufacturing test case using a 5G NR-like waveform.
Making networks ready for 5G expansion The smartphone-based solution R&S®QualiPoc supports the latest test use cases to ensure a smooth roll-out of 5G standalone and Voice over NR (VoNR).
24-Feb-2022
Rohde & Schwarz validates first 5G RRM FR2 2xAoA conformance tests with the R&S TS-RRM-NR test systemThe PTCRB certification organization has approved the first radio ressource management (RRM) conformance test cases for FR2 with two angles of arrival (2xAoA), using the R&S TS-RRM-NR 5G RRM conformance test system from Rohde & Schwarz. The test cases have been validated in multiple FR2 EN-DC band combinations, using the new R&S ATS1800M CATR based multi-AoA anechoic chamber.
Rohde & Schwarz User Manual for R&S®FSW-K145 NR 5G downlink measurements; provides all the information specific to the application. All general instrument functions and settings common to all applications are described in the main R&S®FSW User Manual.
Rohde & Schwarz User Manual for R&S®FPS-K144 NR 5G downlink measurements; provides all the information specific to the application. All general instrument functions and settings common to all applications are described in the main R&S FPS User Manual.
Rohde & Schwarz User Manual for R&S®FSW-K144 NR 5G downlink measurements; provides all the information specific to the application. All general instrument functions and settings common to all applications are described in the main R&S FSW User Manual.
Attendees will learn: Current status of 5G NR within 3GPP with emphasis on the physical layer and focus on the initial access concept Test solutions for generating and analyzing 5G NR-like waveforms 3GPP, 5G NR, RF In this webinar, we will provide an overview on the current discussions within the standardization organization, summarize recent decisions and explain the initial access concept while comparing
Rohde & Schwarz User Manual for R&S®FSV-K144 NR 5G downlink measurements; provides all the information specific to the application. All general instrument functions and settings common to all applications are described in the main R&S FSV / FSVA User Manual.
Rohde & Schwarz User Manual for R&S®FSV3-K144 NR 5G downlink measurements; provides all the information specific to the application. All general instrument functions and settings common to all applications are described in the main R&S FSV3000 / FSVA3000 User Manual.
Rohde & Schwarz User Manual for R&S®FSV3-K145 NR 5G uplink measurements; provides all the information specific to the application. All general instrument functions and settings common to all applications are described in the main R&S FSV3000 / FSVA3000 User Manual.
28-Apr-2021
Rohde & Schwarz validates first 5G RRM FR2 conformance tests with the R&S TS-RRM-NR test systemThe Global Certification Forum (GCF) has approved the first two radio ressource management (RRM) conformance test cases for 5G FR2 frequencies, implemented on the R&S TS-RRM-NR 5G RRM conformance test system from Rohde & Schwarz. The test cases have been validated in seven FR2 and LTE band combinations. With this success, Rohde & Schwarz is leading the way in validated test cases for the technically challenging FR2 mmWave frequency bands.
This application note shows how to use Rohde & Schwarz signal generators and analyzers for testing early 5G New Radio components, chipsets and devices. Methods for easy creation and analysis of custom OFDM are explained.
23-Oct-2017 | AN-No. 1MA308
Navigate 5G VoNR from the network deployment and the connectivity options aimed at not only supporting VoNR, but also ensuring the data services that VoNR should enable.
CMX500, VoNR, 5G, Audio Quality Test, The R&S®CMW500 wideband radio communication tester comes with everything needed to test 5G voice services (VoNR) on mobile devices.
27-Oct-2022
HEAD acoustics relies on R&S CMX500 to accelerate testing of 5G NR voice service (VoNR)The voice and audio analysis expert HEAD acoustics has decided in favor of the 5G test solution from Rohde & Schwarz for verification of voice and audio services of 5G mobile devices. The upgraded R&S CMX500 5G one-box signaling tester features a significantly reduced footprint and easier handling combined with debugging and analysis capabilities, which support the end users’ testing of voice services.
07-Jul-2022
Rohde & Schwarz and MediaTek verify 5G LBS Release 16 features on the R&S TS-LBS test solutionRohde & Schwarz and MediaTek have successfully verified new location based services (LBS) features for 5G NR as defined in 3GPP Release 16. These features will not only improve emergency caller location, but also support upcoming LBS-related use cases in challenging indoor and outdoor environments with both, satellite based and terrestrial technologies. Rohde & Schwarz has extended the R&S TS-LBS test solution to support these and other Release 16 network based positioning features.
This document provide the technical specifications of the R&S®FSW-K144/-K145/-K147/-K147C /-K148/-K171/-K175, the R&S®FSV3-K144/-K145/-K147/-K147C/-K148/-K171/-K175, R&S®FPS-K144/-K148 and the R&S®VSE-K144/-K146/-K148/-K171/-K175
With thousands of MRDC and NR band combinations supported by 5G devices, testing maximum throughput with various band combinations can be an immensely important verification topic.
24-Jun-2021
Rohde & Schwarz presents its comprehensive solutions for 5G NR device testing at MWC21 in BarcelonaFor cellular device manufacturers, 5G NR means a new complexity with a high impact on the development process. Advanced RF interfaces with antenna arrays operating in the mmWave range are making test setups and procedures more challenging. With Mobile World Congress returning to Barcelona in June 2021, Rohde & Schwarz is showcasing the latest highlights of its cellular device testing portfolio, which cover all stages from early 5G NR device design phases to conformance testing to device manufacturing.
25-Jan-2024
Rohde & Schwarz at MWC 2024: T&M solutions for the mobile industry that enable connection and empower innovationRohde & Schwarz will showcase at MWC Barcelona 2024 under the motto “Enabling Connections, Empowering Innovations” a wide-ranging portfolio that helps industry leaders, manufacturers and visionaries turn their ideas for new mobile products, applications and technologies into reality.
The R&S®CMX500 is now ready to test NR Dual Connectivity FR1&FR2 with up to 10Gbps end to end IP data rate. 10Gbps, NR-DC, NR Dual Connectivity, 5G device test The R&S®CMX500 is designed to meet all 5G test requirements that may occur over the entire product lifecycle of a mobile communications device.