21-Aug-2023 | Press Releases | Wireless communications

Rohde & Schwarz and MediaTek have partnered to successfully verify MediaTek’s 5G RedCap (reduced capability) test platform, as defined in 3GPP Release 17. RedCap will enable a new range of 5G standalone devices such as industrial sensors for 5G smart factories, logistics, edge-AI and always connected wearables. Rohde & Schwarz has tailored the R&S CMX500 OBT wireless communications tester to support RedCap and other Release 17 features.

27-Jan-2025 | Press Releases | Test & measurement

The popular virtual Demystifying EMC event hosted by Rohde & Schwarz returns in 2025 to provide the latest educational insights for the EMC community. Taking place over two half days with live interactions, tailored sessions and practical workshops from Rohde & Schwarz and partners, the event will cover a wide range of topics including EMI debugging, compliance testing, calibration, updates on the latest standards and much more.

30-Apr-2025 | Press Releases | Automotive

Rohde & Schwarz, a member of the industry body IEEE and OPEN Alliance, is accelerating the development of the new automotive Ethernet variant 10BASE-T1S by offering compliance and trigger & decode options. Analog Devices, Inc. (ADI), a global semiconudctor leader that bridges the physical and digital worlds to enable breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge, is one of the major providers of connectivity solutions in automotive. Rohde & Schwarz worked with ADI to use the R&S MXO 4 and 5 series oscilloscope with the R&S MXOx-K560 option to decode the 10BASE-T1S communication. The 10BASE-T1S Ethernet to Edge Bus, named E2B™, from ADI provides a low complexity, high flexibility edge node implementation for automotive applications. The oscilloscope, renowned for its fast update rate and deep memory, is proficient in capturing, triggering and decoding packets quickly as well as capturing both the big picture and smallest details of electrical signals with unparalleled accuracy. It is also able to detect intermittent faults in the communication bus with fast acquisitions.

14-Dec-2023 | Press Releases | Mobile network testing

First FCC-certified 5G-connected drone-in-a-box solution ushers in benefits of turnkey, operationally efficient, environmentally sustainable technology for U.S. industrial and public sectors. Collaboration utilizes R&S CMX500 radio communication tester from Rohde & Schwarz to proof standards compliance and reliability for mission-critical and business use cases.

23-Apr-2024 | Press Releases | Test & measurement

Available with four frequency options each covering from 8 kHz to 12.75 GHz, 20 GHz, 31.8 GHz or 40 GHz, the new R&S SMB100B microwave signal generator from Rohde & Schwarz brings excellent output power, spectral purity, very low close-in phase noise, and practically no wideband noise to analog microwave signal generation.

20-Feb-2025 | Press Releases | Wireless communications

In the evolving 5G landscape, channel-state information (CSI) is essential for optimizing network performance and user capacity. CSI enables efficient channel-dependent scheduling and adaptive modulation, ensuring robust high-speed communications between base station and mobile device. AI/ML-driven CSI enhancements promise even greater efficiency, reduced overhead, and improved user experience in 5G-Advanced and future 6G networks. However, implementation across vendors will be challenging. Rohde & Schwarz and Qualcomm Technologies have achieved an industry milestone by demonstrating cross-vendor interoperability of ML-based CSI feedback enhancements, to be showcased at MWC 2025 in Barcelona.

15-Oct-2024 | Press Releases | Wireless communications

Rohde & Schwarz showcased a proof of concept for testing far field wireless power systems at the IEEE Wireless Power Technology Conference and Expo (WPTCE) in Kyoto, Japan. The radio frequency (RF) wireless power tester developed by Rohde & Schwarz utilizes the company’s test and measurement equipment along with wireless charging development kits available on the market. It also includes test automation features and a user friendly web interface. With this setup, Rohde & Schwarz supports the AirFuel Alliance RF Standard.

17-Jun-2025 | Press Releases | Test & measurement

Rohde & Schwarz has updated the R&S FSWP for upcoming applications. The new option R&S FSWP-B56G extends the frequency range up to 56 GHz. With the support of external high-end sources as local oscillators it combines the advantage of an easy-to-use signal source analyzer and a high-end phase noise tester. For additive and residual phase noise measurements on amplifiers Rohde & Schwarz has extended the frequency range of the internal signal source up to 54 GHz. In addition, a new and very easy method for noise figure measurements has been added.

19-Sep-2023 | Press Releases | Security

Fraport began testing the world’s first walk-through security scanner for passengers at Frankfurt Airport. The R&S QPS Walk2000 from Rohde & Schwarz is designed to speed up security checks. The first of these scanners is currently in use in Concourse A of Terminal 1. Passengers simply walk through the scanner at a normal pace without stopping. The test and evaluation phase is set to last up to six months and will provide Fraport and Rohde & Schwarz with important information to help optimize the system.

19-Dec-2025 | Press Releases | Automotive

At the 2026 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, Rohde & Schwarz will present a powerful lineup of automotive test and measurement innovations designed to accelerate the development of next-generation electric, connected and autonomous vehicles.

09-Jul-2024 | Press Releases | Wireless communications

EMITE and Rohde & Schwarz continue their collaboration to enhance EMITE’s Over-the-Air (OTA) measurement solutions by fully integrating the latest test capabilities of the R&S CMX500 multi-technology, multi-channel one-box signaling tester. The integration enables besides support of LTE, FR1 and FR2 also full compliance with the cutting-edge WLAN standard IEEE 802.11be as well as 5G RedCap.

08-Feb-2024 | Press Releases | Wireless communications

The metaverse and extended reality (XR) applications are considered critical to unlocking the full consumer potential of the 5G technology. Rigorous testing is crucial to ensure the performance and market acceptance of these immersive experiences. Rohde & Schwarz and Slalom have collaborated to address this need, developing essential tools to test XR use cases thoroughly prior to market launch. At Mobile World Congress 2024, visitors can experience a first demonstration of how to enable tomorrow’s augmented reality.

29-Apr-2025 | Press Releases | Test & measurement

Rohde & Schwarz will showcase its latest solutions and advanced techniques for testing and analyzing power electronic systems and components at PCIM Expo 2025 in Nuremberg, Germany. At the company’s booth (hall 7, booth 166), the spotlight will be on solutions utilizing the company’s cutting-edge test instruments to address the challenges of debugging next generation wide bandgap semiconductors like GaN and SiC.

21-Feb-2024 | Press Releases | eCall

Quectel 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.

24-Apr-2024 | Press Releases | Automotive

Rohde & Schwarz has teamed up with IPG Automotive, a pioneer in virtual test driving, to redefine automotive radar Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) integration testing and thereby reducing the cost by bringing Autonomous Driving (AD) testing from the proving ground to the development lab. Combining the CarMaker simulation software from IPG Automotive with the R&S AREG800A radar object simulator and the R&S QAT100 advanced antenna array provides vehicle manufacturers with the ability to simulate ADAS/AD scenarios like those defined in the Euro NCAP in a controlled, safe, time-efficient and cost-reducing way. This combination provides automotive OEMs and radar sensor suppliers with a comprehensive radar sensor testing platform. It is applicable for validation and real-time, closed-loop characterization of radar sensors and enables compliance with Association for ASAM standards.

25-Aug-2025 | Press Releases | Test & measurement

As gold partner for EMC Europe 2025 in Paris, Rohde & Schwarz will present a complete portfolio of solutions for EMC and field strength testing. The company’s EMC experts will share their knowledge and insights through technical sessions focusing on areas like reverberation testing, EMC challenges in power electronics, and the design of modular dual-ridged horn antennas for EMC applications.

19-Sep-2024 | Press Releases | 6G

With the proof-of-concept for a system for 6G wireless data transmission based on a photonic THz communications link, Rohde & Schwarz is showcasing its contribution to state-of-the-art research for next generation wireless technologies at European Microwave Week in Paris. The ultra-stable, tunable THz system, developed within the 6G-ADLANTIK project, is based on frequency comb technology and enables carrier frequencies well beyond 500 GHz.

06-Dec-2023 | Press Releases | eCall

Applus 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.

21-Jun-2023 | Press Releases | Test & measurement

Rohde & Schwarz and Zurich Instruments will present advanced test and measurement solutions for photonics at the LASER World of PHOTONICS tradeshow in Munich. Highlighted solutions include the R&S FSPN and R&S FSWP, two exceptionally powerful phase noise analyzers for characterizing laser systems. Visitors can also see demos of the R&S MXO 4 and R&S RTO6 oscilloscopes from Rohde & Schwarz as well as the Quantum Computing Control System (QCCS) and lock-in amplifiers from Zurich Instruments.

19-Feb-2025 | Press Releases | Test & measurement

Kyocera has developed an innovative mmWave phased array antenna module (PAAM) that simultaneously creates multiple beams in different directions at different frequencies. These PAAMs will be used in 5G FR2 infrastructure installations, enabling for example site co-location of different operators running networks on different frequency bands. To ensure optimal beam steering and beam directivity of their groundbreaking product, Kyocera relies on CATR-based multi-reflector OTA testing technology from Rohde & Schwarz.

06-Mar-2025 | Online News | Test & measurement

Returning in April 2025, the popular Oscilloscope Days event provides essential information to support design engineers with day-to-day test challenges, and insights into how to stay ahead in a world that is increasingly embracing electrification and digitalization. The two half-day virtual event includes online theoretical and practical sessions, application-oriented presentations and interactive discussions with experts from Rohde & Schwarz and event partners.

05-Jun-2023 | Press Releases | Wireless communications

Designing a 5G FR2 phased array antenna module (PAAM) requires over-the-air (OTA) testing to measure parameters like equivalent isotropic radiated power (EIRP) and effective isotropic sensitivity (EIS) in addition to traditional radiation patterns. Rohde & Schwarz has joined Fujikura and Avnet to validate their new development kit for 5G mmWave phased array antenna modules. The R&S ATS800B benchtop CATR OTA test system from Rohde & Schwarz is ideal for prototype testing in an open environment

12-Jan-2026 | Press Releases | Automotive

Rohde & Schwarz has opened a new larger office in Osaki, Japan, with increased capabilities, to deliver an innovation advantage for the Japanese automotive community. The new location, which replaces the original one in Shinjuku, has significantly enhanced facilities for service, repair, calibration and engineering support of test equipment as well as increased space for hosting customer events.

11-Nov-2025 | Press Releases

Rohde & Schwarz, in collaboration with Connektica, NANOWAVE Technologies, and Expleo, will showcase a next-generation satellite payload test bench demonstrator at Space Tech Expo Europe 2025. The new solution targeting space and NewSpace OEMs, will be hosted on the Expleo booth at Europe’s premier space industry event, stand A38 in Hall 4.

15-Feb-2024 | Press Releases | MWC2024

In the evolving landscape of 5G networks, leveraging frequency ranges FR1 (0.41 to 7.125 GHz) and FR2 (24.25 to 71 GHz) has been pivotal. As the era of 5G-Advanced and 6G unfolds, a third frequency range is being discussed in global regulatory and industry consortiums worldwide. FR3, which is also known as upper-midband, spanning 7.125 to 24.25 GHz, will open a new frontier for mobile communication technology. Rohde & Schwarz technology plays a key role in enabling Qualcomm Technologies to show the readiness and effectiveness of the latest RF modem technology for FR3.

06-Mar-2025 | Press Releases | Test & measurement

Rohde & Schwarz is set to present a comprehensive suite of EMC and field strength test equipment at the EMV show 2025 in Stuttgart from March 25 to 27, 2025. The display will include standalone instruments, software, and systems designed to meet various industry standards. The solutions support commercial, automotive, military and aerospace standards, as well as ETSI and FCC standards. Visitors can witness these innovative demonstrations at booth number 615.

13-Feb-2024 | Press Releases | Automotive

Autotalks, a world leader in V2X (Vehicle-to-Everything) communication solutions, has used test expertise and equipment from Rohde & Schwarz to verify the performance of their third-generation V2X chipset. TEKTON3 and SECTON3 were verified using the latest 5G-V2X capability of the R&S CMP180 radio communication tester. The two companies will present jointly a 5G-V2X test setup at Mobile World Congress 2024 in Barcelona.

03-Mar-2025 | Press Releases | Test & measurement

Murata Manufacturing is launching the world’s first Digital Envelope Tracking (Digital ET) technology. This advanced technology has the potential to considerably reduce power consumption of advanced RF circuits for 5G and future 6G devices, contributing towards more energy efficiency in various applications. Rohde & Schwarz and Murata have combined their technology and expertise to develop a sophisticated RF measurement setup that demonstrates the capabilities of this novel Digital ET technology.

04-Dec-2024 | Press Releases | Wireless communications

Wireless network testbed chosen for technical testing to 3GPP 5G NTN standards

05-Sep-2023 | Press Releases | Wireless communications

Reconfigurable 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.