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28-Feb-2024 | Press Release | Wireless communications
Rohde & Schwarz receives GTI Award 2024 for its 5G RedCap test solutionRohde & Schwarz received the Innovative Breakthrough in Mobile Technology Award at GTI Awards 2024 for its R&S CMX500 radio communication tester’s support of RedCap testing from early R&D to certification and conformance. The GTI Awards takes place during Mobile World Congress and recognizes industry achievements and successes in 5G development across a wide range of market segments.
25-Jan-2023 | Press Release | Test & measurement
Test. Measure. Innovate – Rohde & Schwarz showcases unique mobile test solutions at MWC Barcelona 2023Rohde & Schwarz brings exceptional insight in wireless communications testing and a deep understanding of the entire mobile ecosystem to life at the Mobile World Congress 2023 in Barcelona. Under the motto “Test. Measure. Innovate.” the company will present its exciting and innovative portfolio of mobile and wireless communications testing solutions.
22-May-2024 | Press Release | Non-terrestrial networks (NTN)
Rohde & Schwarz first to achieve TPAC for NTN NB-IoT RF and RRM conformance test casesAt the recent Conformance Agreement Group (CAG) meeting #78 of the Global Certification Forum (GCF), Rohde & Schwarz verified NTN NB-IoT test cases for radio frequency (RF) and radio resource management (RRM), successfully meeting all test platform approval criteria (TPAC). The R&S TS-RRM and R&S TS8980 test platforms were approved for every type of NTN NB-IoT test (RF, Demod and RRM), making Rohde & Schwarz the only company to have activated both NTN NB-IoT radio frequency (RF) and radio resource management (RRM) work items (WI) in the GCF.
22-Feb-2024 | Press Release | Wireless communications
Rohde & Schwarz presents 3GPP 5G conformance test solutions with smallest footprint on the marketRohde & Schwarz is introducing two new setups for 5G RF and RRM conformance testing. The R&S TS8980S-4A is a cost-efficient single-box solution tailored to 3GPP inband test cases, and the R&S TS8980FTA-3A is a single-rack solution covering all inband and out-of-band test cases. No other solution on the market offers the same capabilities in such a compact format.
21-Feb-2024 | Press Release | Wireless communications
Rohde & Schwarz and SmartViser partner to demonstrate test solutions for new EEI regulationRohde & Schwarz and SmartViser have partnered to develop a solution for testing compliance with a new regulation that will require Energy Efficiency Index (EEI) labeling for smartphones and tablets sold in the EU. At the core of the solution is the R&S CMX500, a radio communication tester that supports end-to-end testing of all signaling use cases, combined with SmartViser’s viSer test automation application – available for Android and iOS. Both companies will showcase the solution at Mobile World Congress 2024.
21-Feb-2024 | Press Release | Automotive
Rohde & Schwarz first to test 5G eCall interoperability of Quectel’s 5G module with its wideband radio communication testerQuectel Wireless Solutions, a global IoT solutions provider, and Rohde & Schwarz have successfully validated Quectel’s innovative 5G eCall module, part of the AG56xN series of automotive modules. For the test, the R&S CMX500 wideband radio communication tester has been used. The test setup will be shown at Mobile World Congress 2024.
06-Dec-2023 | Press Release | Automotive
Applus and Rohde & Schwarz seamlessly integrate eCall testing in EMC test environmentsApplus Laboratories and Rohde & Schwarz have successfully showcased the seamless integration of eCall testing in an electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) test environment. The demonstration illustrated different eCall testing scenarios and capabilities in compliance with the UN ECE R10 standard, which regulates automobile-related EMC.
05-Sep-2023 | Press Release | Wireless communications
Rohde & Schwarz and Greenerwave collaborate to verify RIS modules and drive 6G researchReconfigurable intelligent surfaces (RIS) are drawing attention in the wireless industry due to their potential for an efficient 5G mmWave rollout as well as future 6G applications. A measurement campaign by Rohde & Schwarz and Greenerwave recently characterized the configurable radio wave reflection properties of a novel FR2 RIS module developed by Greenerwave with an over-the-air (OTA) antenna test system from Rohde & Schwarz. It is one of the first real measurements confirming that a metamaterial-based RIS can improve the coverage and efficiency of wireless communications performance, especially for 5G FR2. The groundbreaking work will pave the way for further 6G developments.
10-Sep-2018 | Press Release | Test & measurement
Rohde & Schwarz mobile network testing launches the world’s first 5G NR network measurement solutionRohde & Schwarz is pioneering 5G New Radio (5G NR) network measurements with the world’s first commercially available 5G NR network measurement solution. This solution enables users in the 5G network ecosystem as well as regulators to measure the 5G NR network coverage accurately – one of the biggest challenges in network planning. With this solution, users can also verify the correct operation of beamforming and interworking between 5G and other technologies.
17-Apr-2019 | Press Release | Test & measurement
Rohde & Schwarz is the first provider of a complete end-to-end 5G NR network measurement solutionTest and measurement expert Rohde & Schwarz completes its commercial 5G NR network measurement solution. In combination with the new R&S TSME30DC downconverter, the R&S TSMx6 network scanner analyzes 5G NR signals up to 30 GHz, covering the majority of high frequency 5G NR use cases. Rounding out the solution are an updated version of the R&S ROMES4 drive test software and the R&S SmartAnalytics web-based software suite launched at MWC 2019.
06-Feb-2024 | Press Release | Wireless communications
Rohde & Schwarz presents its Wi-Fi 7 multi-channel single-box test solutions for R&D and production at MWC 2024As 5G technology evolves, non-3GPP networks such as public, home and enterprise WLAN hotspots will be more and more interlinked with the 5G core. As a result, tomorrow’s smartphones will rely even more on the next generations of WLAN technology, which will be more powerful and efficient, but also more complex. At Mobile World Congress 2024 in Barcelona, Rohde & Schwarz will be showcasing its latest Wi-Fi 7 test solutions for R&D and production to meet the ever-increasing test challenges posed by the technology and the parallel operation with LTE and 5G cellular standards.
03-Aug-2022 | Press Release | Wireless communications
Rohde & Schwarz announces comprehensive test solutions for 5G NR Release 17The latest features included in 5G NR Release 17 are set to improve system performance and enable expansion into new applications. To address testing challenges in these latest demanding 5G standards, Rohde & Schwarz has introduced a comprehensive set of coordinated software options for its vector signal generators and signal and spectrum analyzers.
08-Nov-2021 | Press Release | Wireless communications
Rohde & Schwarz presents compact CATR based multireflector setup for RRM testing of 5G NR mmWave devicesWith the R&S ATS1800M, Rohde & Schwarz introduces an extension to the well-established R&S ATS1800C, a compact antenna test range (CATR) based 5G NR mmWave test chamber for over-the-air (OTA) testing. By adding two side chambers, the existing test chamber turns into the only single-system solution that enables full 3GPP-specified conformance testing of a 5G NR mmWave device for radio resource management (RRM), including multiple angles of arrival (AoA).
07-Nov-2023 | Press Release | Test & measurement
When innovation meets production – Rohde & Schwarz exhibits at productronica 2023Innovation and production – hand in hand. This is the Rohde & Schwarz motto for this year’s productronica, where the company will present itself as a reliable partner for electronics manufacturing needs. Rohde & Schwarz has determined five pivotal areas of interest, each reflecting its commitment to pushing technological boundaries: (1) secure production, (2) efficiency in RF component manufacturing, (3) electronic module and device production testing, (4) calibration and repair services and (5) electronic manufacturing services. In addition, visitors can experience a new T&M highlight at the booth: The R&S MXO 5 is the first eight-channel oscilloscope from Rohde & Schwarz.
21-Dec-2023 | Press Release | Wireless communications
Rohde & Schwarz and VIAVI jointly verify Analog Devices’ leading O-RU reference design at i14y Lab PlugFest Fall 2023At the recent O-RAN ALLIANCE Global PlugFest Fall 2023, hosted at the i14y Lab in Berlin – supported by Deutsche Telekom and EANTC and i14y consortium partners, Rohde & Schwarz and VIAVI Solutions have presented their integrated solution for conformance testing of O-RAN Radio Units (O-RUs). With their joint test solution, which combines both companies’ industry-leading capabilities, they verified Analog Devices’ innovative 8T8R O-RU reference design according to both O-RAN and 3GPP pre-conformance specifications.
18-Jan-2021 | Press Release | Wireless communications
Rohde & Schwarz to provide first IMS test cases for 5G NR protocol conformance validated by PTCRBWith the PTCRB validating the Rohde & Schwarz IMS test cases for 5G NR, the company’s success story of IMS protocol conformance continues.
29-Apr-2021 | Press Release | Mobile network testing
China’s mobile network operators select test scanners from Rohde & Schwarz for 5G network optimizationChina Mobile, China Telecom and China Unicom have selected the R&S TSME6 drive test scanner from Rohde & Schwarz for their 5G network deployment and optimization efforts. Rohde & Schwarz China and Zhuhai DingLi Corp., Ltd. have jointly won the three tenders for each operator’s centralized procurement projects over the past months, thanks to the scanner’s superior performance.
23-Mar-2021 | Press Release | Wireless communications
GCF validates IMS test cases from Rohde & Schwarz for 5G NR protocol conformanceIn cooperation with MediaTek, Rohde & Schwarz has submitted test cases for 5G NR protocol conformance test to the Global Certification Forum (GCF). The test cases have been validated successfully, adding on to the company’s legacy in IP Multimedia Subsystem (IMS) protocol conformance testing.
13-Oct-2020 | Press Release | Wireless communications
Rohde & Schwarz propels 5G LBS with Assisted-GPS and 5G NR FR2 mmW performance testingAs wireless network operators roll out 5G NR in the millimeter wave spectrum, it is critical to ensure continued reliability of E911 calls and accurate determination of location in mobile devices.
15-Oct-2020 | Press Release | Wireless communications
Rohde & Schwarz and VIAVI cooperate to advance their 5G NR test coverageT&M specialists Rohde & Schwarz and VIAVI Solutions verify their respective test equipment on correct implementation for 5G NR and LTE. This exchange between the two companies will help accelerate UE commercialization. The verification is based on the R&S CMX500 5G NR wideband radio communication tester by Rohde & Schwarz and the TM500 network tester for user equipment (UE) emulation by VIAVI.
19-Oct-2020 | Press Release | Test & measurement
Rohde & Schwarz first to bring 1 GHz analysis bandwidth to a mid-range signal and spectrum analyzer – ideal for 5G NRTo analyze wideband signals for 5G NR and other future wireless standards, a wide analysis bandwidth is key. To meet this testing need also with a limited budget, Rohde & Schwarz brings an exceptional internal analysis bandwidth of 1 GHz to its mid-range R&S FSVA3000 signal and spectrum analyzer.
10-Feb-2022 | Press Release | Test & measurement
Rohde & Schwarz presents the new R&S CMX500 one-box tester, a powerful 5G test platform for simplified device testingRohde & Schwarz eliminates the complexities of 5G NR device testing by combining ease-of-use and superior performance in a single instrument. With its new one-box tester approach, the R&S CMX500 5G radio communication tester enables even complex test setups for all 5G NR deployments, supporting a large variety of the present and future 3GPP band combinations. The simplified setup in a single easy-to-use test platform results in an extremely small footprint in the lab.
13-Sep-2021 | Press Release | Wireless communications
Bluetest adds option to integrate R&S CMX500 5G radio communication tester into its RTS reverberation test systemsUsers of Bluetest reverberation test systems (RTS) can now enjoy the benefits of the R&S CMX500 5G NR radio communication tester from Rohde & Schwarz for 5G FR1 MIMO over-the-air (OTA) measurements. With the R&S CMX500 integrated in the Bluetest Flow control software, the solution provides a stable and reliable environment for measuring throughput as well as receiver sensitivity and output power on multicarrier devices with up to 4x4 MIMO.
23-Jun-2021 | Press Release | Wireless communications
Rohde & Schwarz presents mobile network infrastructure testing from design to production at MWC21 in BarcelonaRadio access network (RAN) landscapes deploy various kinds of infrastructure equipment, ranging from macro to small cell base stations. Evolving 5G NR technology in particular makes infrastructure equipment testing challenging due to increasing MIMO complexity and beamforming, wider bandwidths and new spectrum bands up to the mmWave range. Mobile World Congress is returning to Barcelona in June 2021, and Rohde & Schwarz will be showcasing its latest class-leading mobile network infrastructure testing solutions, which address various needs and enable the mobile industry to leverage the opportunities of 5G.
22-Feb-2019 | Press Release | Test & measurement
Rohde & Schwarz introduces SmartAnalytics to provide intelligent insights into mobile network QoEWith the rollout of technologies such as IoT and 5G, mobile network operators need to overcome the challenges of increasingly complex air interfaces and demanding use cases in order to deliver the required quality of experience (QoE) to end users. The new SmartAnalytics software, part of the Smart platform from Rohde & Schwarz, combines high-quality data acquisition with intelligent postprocessing analytics to generate QoE-centric network insights. It allows operators to identify critical factors influencing quality and performance for the purposes of network optimization and benchmarking.
12-Apr-2022 | Press Release | Test & measurement
Rohde & Schwarz further improves class-leading R&S FSW with new Enhanced Dynamic Front EndError vector magnitude (EVM) is one of the main parameters to characterize the performance of a digital transmitter or receiver. The well-established R&S FSW signal and spectrum analyzer from Rohde & Schwarz has been the leading instrument for high-end measurements requiring extreme precision. Its new front end continues the path of innovation with unrivaled EVM measurement accuracy for wideband modulated signals in the mmWave range. This makes the solution ideal for testing any high-end communication component or systems, including 5G NR FR2 or IEEE 802.11ay / ad chipsets, amplifiers, user equipment and base stations.
08-Feb-2018 | Press Release | Test & measurement
MWC 2018: Rohde & Schwarz to present cutting-edge T&M equipment for 5G, LTE-A Pro, IoT and IP security“Optimizing the present. Designing the future.” That is the theme of the Rohde & Schwarz exhibit at this year’s Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Barcelona. The company will showcase innovations to improve existing wireless technologies and demonstrate brand new solutions for 5G R&D and standardization.
22-Sep-2022 | Press Release | Test & measurement
Rohde & Schwarz exhibits leading-edge test solutions for the 5G ecosystem at Mobile World Congress Las VegasAs the mobile industry is coming together at Mobile World Congress 2022 in Las Vegas, it becomes clear that 5G is already all around us. The technology is being rolled out with unprecedented speed of adoption in devices, mobile network infrastructure and network deployment. As 5G enters the mainstream, device and network equipment manufacturers are looking for purpose-built test equipment to scale with while meeting their business needs. Rohde & Schwarz exhibits leading-edge 5G test solutions to meet said needs at MWC Las Vegas.
03-Sep-2024 | Press Release | Test & measurement
Rohde & Schwarz presents its top-notch RF and microwave test solutions at the EuMW 2024 in ParisPremier microwave, RF, wireless and radar players gather in the city of light for the European Microwave Week (EuMW). Industry-leading T&M specialist Rohde & Schwarz will present a radiating portfolio of products and solutions in Paris for various application fields, pushing the limits in the Gigahertz to Terahertz frequency ranges.
16-Sep-2019 | Press Release | Mobile network testing
Ericsson performs novel 5G coverage and performance verification using drone-powered solution from Rohde & SchwarzTest and measurement specialist Rohde & Schwarz has supplied mobile network testing tools used in drone-based network coverage, performance and operation tests managed by Ericsson, a global leader in network infrastructure. The unique procedure enables unprecedented 3D accessibility, positional accuracy and repeatability of the testing. It also opens up new possibilities to ensure end user Quality of Service (QoS) for demanding 5G use cases such as industry 4.0, automotive and public safety.