5G NR network measurements

5G network testing

5G mobile network measurements

5G NR is the new radio access technology for the next generation mobile communication standard that is significantly different from LTE in the following characteristics:

  • New frequency bands below and above 6 GHz, promising globally available frequency ranges with the principle ones being: 3.4 to 4 GHz and 26 to 44GHz.
  • Beamforming support for synchronization signals and broadcast channels
  • Wide flexibility of physical radio parameters such as channel bandwidth, subcarrier spacing and symbol duration

These characteristics have an impact on the signal propagation and consequently increase the need for accurate coverage measurements to enable and verify correct 5G NR network planning and the rollout of base stations.

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The Network Coverage and Performance Challenge

Besides coverage the communication industry's focus is on Network Performance

This 5G NR coverage and performance challenge impacts all phases of the lifecycle of 5G NR networks:

  • At commercial network rollout (installation phase): 5G NR network measurements are essential for site testing and acceptance. Performance tuning is important due to the high degree of flexibility with 5G to bring the network performance to the planned level. Network Synchronization to limit interference (in TDD mode) and electro-magnetic field (EMF) measurements to prove that radiation is below a certain threshold are critical deployment topics.
  • In network optimization phase: 5G NR network measurements can verify the handover areas between sites, cells and beams and at the same time limit the interference between cells to increase the provided capacity.
  • Trouble shooting: 5G NR network measurements help find root causes of potential problems in networks, e.g. coverage holes, high interference causing too low capacity, etc.
  • Benchmarking: In benchmarking campaigns, different operators’ 5G NR networks are copmpared using the ETSI-harmonized method defined in ETSI TR 103 559. Please see our Network Performance Score webpage.
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Private Networks - Campus Networks - Smart Factory

5G capabilities defined by 3GPP Rel. 16, 17, ff enable the deployment of private networks with an increased quality level - smart factories (Industry 4.0) are an example to provide an agile, adaptable, and automated manufacturing and warehouse environment. Accurate and insightful testing at every phase of the network lifecycle enables a faster rollout, efficient use of network resources, and awareness of issues before they become critical.

Please visit our dedicated webpage about network testing in private networks.

Webinars

Webinar: URLLC - how reliable are private 5G networks today?

Webinar: URLLC - how reliable are private 5G networks today?

This webinar discusses the performance and reliability of today’s private 5G networks. We compare different device types such as smartphones, industry modules with various chipsets included that are used for network testing.

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Webinar: Apples to apples 5G network benchmarking - one year later

Webinar: Apples to apples 5G network benchmarking -one year later

Join us in this webinar to learn about comparable network benchmarking methodology, a comparison of results with last year's campaign.

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Webinar: Verifying 5G enterprise networks – performance status based on real results

Webinar: Verifying 5G enterprise networks – performance status based on real results

Register now for our new webinar "Verifying 5G enterprise networks – performance status based on real results" to get an insight into measurement and performance of 5G private networks.

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Webinar: Modernization of test methods for 5G network performance

Webinar: Modernization of test methods for 5G network performance

If you are interested in transparent test methods for mobile network quality, do not miss our webinar - secure your spot by registering today.

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Open RAN – network performance in the lab and field

Webinar: Open RAN – network performance in the lab and field

Get an overview of the O-RAN disaggregation aspects and learn how T&M can guarantee the successful deployment of an O-RAN network.

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Webinar: Four phases of the holistic 5G network optimization

Webinar: Four phases of the holistic 5G network optimization

Join this webinar to learn about the four phases of the holistic 5G network optimization approach with solutions from Rohde & Schwarz.

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Webinar: 5G Site Testing including latest real world challenges

Webinar: 5G Site Testing including latest real world challenges

This webinar examines the importance of site acceptance testing, identifying the various deployment scenarios and defining an efficient methodology to test the associated KPIs.

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Webinar: How network testing ensures 5G private network performance

Webinar: How network testing ensures 5G private network performance

Join this webinar to learn about the various aspects related to private network deployment scenarios today with solutions from Rohde & Schwarz.

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Webinar: Apples to apples benchmarking of 5G networks.

Webinar: Apples to apples benchmarking of 5G networks

Join us in this webinar to learn about network benchmarking theories with solutions from Rohde & Schwarz.

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Webinar: Dynamic Spectrum Sharing for 5G – Technology and Testing Overview

Webinar: Dynamic Spectrum Sharing for 5G – Technology and Testing Overview

Join this webinar on "Dynamic Spectrum Sharing for 5G" and learn about the latest measurement tools & techniques for successful DSS deployment with solutions from Rohde & Schwarz.

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Webinar: Network synchronization – essential for 5G performance

Webinar: Network synchronization – essential for 5G performance

This webinar examines the topic network synchronization and describes a practical test procedure to make accurate measurements.

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Webinar: Fundamental learnings from benchmarking 5G networks

Webinar: Fundamental learnings from benchmarking 5G networks

This webinar describes an approach to overcome 5G benchmarking challenges and uses real measurements from benchmarking first commercial deployments of 5G to analyze a network’s true performance and measure its ability to support current and future use cases.

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Webinar: EMF measurements – THE prerequisite to deploy 5G

Webinar: EMF measurements – THE prerequisite to deploy 5G

Watch this webinar, that compares two competing measurement techniques for EMF measurements, discusses their pros and cons and provides example measurements from the field.

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Tutorial series: 5G mobile network testing

Tutorial series: 5G mobile network testing

This series of four webinars guides you through the test sequence to ensure successful 5G network preparation, deployment and operation. Each module adresses a particular aspect of the network lifecycle and defines a test approach to deliver the required network performance.

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Webinar: 5G network quality validation – today and the future

Webinar: 5G network quality validation – today and the future

This webinar uses real measurements from the first commercial deployments of 5G to analyze the true performance and quality of 5G networks and examine its ability to support defined use cases.

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Site testing and trouble-shooting in5G mobile networks

Webinar: Ensure successful 5G site testing and acceptance

This on-demand webinar uses a real case study from the first pervasive 5G network in Europe to examine the importance of site acceptance testing. Learn about essential KPIs, test techniques using state of the art tools and real 5G field measurement results.

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Prepare your spectrum for 5G deployment

Webinar: Prepare your spectrum for 5G deployment

Prior to new 5G NR deployments, operators need to ensure the radio environment is free from interference by conducting spectral clearance and interference hunting. This webinar highlights a robust approach to prepare the spectrum and shares real field data at 3.5 GHz and 28 GHz.

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Webinar: 5G NR network deployment is now - let’s test!

Webinar: 5G NR network deployment is now - let’s test!

This webinar considers how to ensure efficient and predictable 5G NR rollout, identifies the technical fundamentals and defines a test approach to deliver the required network performance based on real 5G NR network measurement results from a pre-commercial field trial.

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5G STS finalist in Glotel Award 2021

5G NR network measurement solutions from Rohde & Schwarz

Beam-specific 5G NR coverage measurements

This 5G NR test solution is based on network scanners and test smartphones covering all cellular technologies and the field-proven software:

  • In combination with the scanners R&S®TSME6 and R&S®TSMA6, R&S®ROMES and QualiPoc Android both offer true network coverage measurements.
  • The solution also verifies the impact of beamforming for synch signals and broadcast channels.
  • R&S®ROMES drive test software can connect also pre-commercial devices to monitor the 5G device / network interaction and execute UL tests. It is a universal network optimization tool for collecting and analyzing 5G data.
  • QualiPoc Android is a smartphone-based and QoE-centric test solution for RF optimization and service quality measurement use cases for voice, data, apps, and video.

This Rohde & Schwarz 5G STS with the use case "5G private networks performance tuning for industrial use cases" has been shortlisted for the Glotel Awards 2021 in the category “Industrial IoT initiative of the year”.

 5G over-the-air measurements with the R&S Spectrum Rider FPH handheld microwave spectrum analyzer

5G over-the-air measurements with the R&S®Spectrum Rider FPH handheld microwave spectrum analyzer

The R&S®Spectrum Rider FPH handheld spectrum analyzer’s frequency coverage up to 31 GHz combined with features such as 6 hour battery life, low weight (2.5 kg), backlit keypad, fast boot time, non-reflective display and ruggedized housing make it optimized for field spectral measurements of 5G signals. The R&S®FPH combined with an appropriate antenna can make over-the-air 5G measurements including occupied bandwidth, spectral emission mask and channel power, thus making it capable of verifying 5G transmissions. With frequency coverage to 31 GHz, the R&S®FPH’s can also be used for spectrum clearance and interference hunting in new 5G bands.

Videos

Enabling mobile connectivity – today & beyond

Video: Enabling mobile connectivity – today & beyond

5G New Radio takes mobile communications and connectivity to another level. This requires highly secure and reliable mobile devices and networks. Rohde & Schwarz will bring their latest T&M innovations for 5G devices, base stations and 5G mobile networks to the MWC 2021.

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R&S®5G site testing solution

Video: R&S®5G site testing solution

The 5G STS is providing all features to efficiently test 5G NSA and SA networks, including all legacy technologies.
Each new installation needs to be verified to ensure correct network performance and quality of service (QoS). Discover the different phases that ensure successful 5G site testing and trouble shooting.

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SmartBenchmarker - Solution for benchmarking & optimization campaigns

Video: SmartBenchmarker - benchmark & optimize your networks

The R&S®Freerider4 controlled by SmartBenchmarker application is a powerful tool for benchmarking and optimization designed for walk-test but also in-car use. With the modular and flexible configuration it supports a wide range of service tests.

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SmartAnalytics - Transform data into actionable insights

Video: SmartAnalytics - Transform data into actionable insights

SmartAnalytics is the industry standard application to post process and analyze drive testing files. With a multi file format and available as a native web platform either locally or in the cloud, it is the only tool in the market to leverage Machine Learning to unfold all the network insights.

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QualiPoc  - The premium handheld mobile network testing solution

Video: QualiPoc  - The premium handheld mobile network testing solution

QualiPoc Android is the versatile, smartphone-based tool for optimization, troubleshooting and acceptance tasks. QualiPoc is available on all flagship smartphones and supports the latest technologies such as 5G NR and a wide range of service tests.

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Complete mobile network engineering, optimization&troubleshooting solution

Video: Complete mobile network engineering, optimization&troubleshooting solution

In combination with other test and measurement equipment such as network scanners and test mobile phones, R&S®ROMES4 provides a complete solution for all essential tasks involved in coverage, interference, performance measurements and quality analysis in mobile networks.

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Fast and efficient cable and antenna measurement in the field

Video: Fast and efficient cable and antenna measurement in the field

When installing and maintaining mobile communications antenna systems, the key is to perform one-port measurements quickly and correctly the first time.The Rohde & Schwarz R&S®ZPH is the fitting tool for fast and efficient measurement tasks in the field.

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5G NR site deployment – testing has never been so easy

Video: 5G NR site deployment – testing has never been so easy

5G NR site deployment – testing has never been so easy. Our 5G STS is an optimum tool for deployment, troubleshooting and site acceptance, and can be expanded for interactivity tests using 5G devices adressing data throughput and latency performance.

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Synchronization of 5G TDD networks - theory

Video: Synchronization of 5G TDD networks - theory

Have you ever considered synchronizing the 5G base stations of operators? This video shows the importance of synchronizing the gNodeBs of one operator operating in TDD mode and explains how the synchronization of all operators’ gNodeBs affects measurement results.

Synchronization of 5G TDD networks - demo

Video: Synchronization of 5G TDD networks - demo

The need for synchronized 5G TDD networks between operators is underestimated. In this video, we explain how to measure the synchronization of 5G networks and discuss the results from commercial 5G networks conducted with the R&S®ROMES4 real-time analysis software.

5G network interactivity test

Video: 5G network interactivity testing

With the interactivity test, operators can measure the fundamental 5G network performance characteristics of latency, throughput and availibility and derive network quality for real-time applications like eGaming and AR/VR in a single integrated test.

Interview: Quality of Experience in 5G?

Interview: Quality of Experience in 5G?

Rohde & Schwarz MNT already hold a reference position in the market for measuring QoE of mobile networks. Hanspeter Bobst (Vice President R&S MNT) discusses with The Mobile Network on MWC2019 how QoE in 5G will be different and that test approaches have to be adapted.

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Mobile network testing worlds first 5G NR network measurement solution

Video: World’s first 5G NR network measurement solution

This video shows the recently launched 5G NR network measurement solution that consists of a network scanner and the ROMES software for real-time analysis and network optimization.

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Mobile network testing 5G NR measurements ssb beamforming video

Video: How does SSB beamforming work in field?

This video discusses how beamforming for synchronization signals and broadcast channels works in 5G NR. It contains a replay of real field data collected in a pre-commercial 5G NR network trial.

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Interference hunting in 5G networks – effective and efficient

Video: Interference hunting in 5G networks – effective and efficient

5G and 4G networks must co-exist. In especially dense urban environments, interference-hunting solutions based on the PR200 need to remain robust and immune to strong out-of-band emissions such as legacy base stations.

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Fast verification of 5G signal with FPH spectrum analysis functions

Video: Fast verification of 5G signal with FPH spectrum analysis functions

To capture 5G signals in TDD network for spectrum analysis measurements can be quite challenging. For example to measure the occupied bandwidth and spurious emission. Advanced gated trigger (FPH-K57) is useful for such measurement in 5G TDD networks.

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5G Troubleshooting & Performance Tuning for Industry use-cases

Video: 5G Troubleshooting & Performance Tuning for Industry use-cases

5G NR site deployment – testing has never been so easy. 5G STS is our tool for deployment, troubleshooting and site acceptance can be expanded for active interactivity measurements using 5G Industrie devices adressing network availability, throughput and latency performance.

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Further information

White paper: interactivity test

White paper: interactivity test

Learn how to simultaneously measure the fundamental performance characteristics of 5G mobile networks.

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Article: Mobile Network Testing of 5G NR FR1 and FR2 Networks: Challenges and Solutions

Read the cover article of Microwave Journal about our advanced mobile network testing hardware at Rohde & Schwarz, describing a mobile network testing approach for 5G new radio (NR) using a passive scanner.

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5G site testing poster

Poster: 5G site testing

This poster provides a step-by-step guide to the required RF and functional 5G site tests.

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5G Network Testing eGuide

eGuide: 5G Network Testing

What do you really need to know about 5G network testing? The most important facts and solutions.

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EMF measurements in 5G networks - white paper

White paper: EMF measurements in 5G networks

How do you measure electromagnetic pollution from mobile networks? Learn more about electromagnetic field measurements in this white paper.

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5G New Radio digital book

Is 5G a revolution?

Register now for our new 5G New Radio digital book to get a comprehensive answer to this question. Gain insights into the fundamentals, procedures and testing aspects of 5G NR.

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Test solution guide to maximize network quality & performance

Solution guide: mobile network testing

Discover the right test solution for your needs – maximize network quality and performance.

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Site testing and trouble-shooting in5G mobile networks

App brochure: Site testing and trouble-shooting in 5G networks

Site testing of 5G gNodeBs verifies the radio environment also using OTA measurement concepts. This application brochure enables you to identify the various deployment scenarios and use an efficient test methodology with scanners, analyzers and smartphones, to overcome the challenges of verifying correct 5G site installation.

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5G NR networks are here - let's test! White paper

White paper: 5G NR networks are here – let’s test!

Do you want to find out how to test a 5G NR network? This white paper guides you through the challenges and describes 5G NR technology basics like beamforming for synchronization signals and broadcast channel information.

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Blog posts

Interactivity test: Impact of changing network conditions on latency and jitter (part 2)

Interactivity test: Impact of changing network conditions on latency and jitter (part 2)

Data transport latency has become a very – if not the most – important factor in interactive and real-time use cases for next-generation mobile networks. Real-time capability is not determined by how fast the packets are delivered but by which ones are received last.

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Testing can make Open RAN a success

Testing can make Open RAN a success

The biggest challenges the industry faces with Open RAN include the interoperability of different elements from different vendors and generating performance levels similar to those of single vendor networks. Extensive testing can help overcome these challenges.

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Interactivity test: Distance to server impact on latency and jitter (part 1)
Interactivity test: Distance to server impact on latency and jitter (part 1)

Data transport latency is a very – if not the most – important factor for interactive and real-time use cases in future mobile networks. Today the focus is often on maximizing bitrate and transport capacity for fast downloading, but future applications will require extremely low latency for real-time interactions.

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Understanding and troubleshooting interference in 5G NR networks

Understanding and troubleshooting interference in 5G NR networks

Interference is a complicated topic with manifold root causes and impacts on network performance. So, let's try to simplify the topic of interference by giving it some structure. The second blog post discusses the second type of interference - the external interference.

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End-user quality of experience (QoE) 5G network evaluation
5G network evaluation (QoE) for three major US network operators

The independent wireless industry research experts at Signals Research Group (SRG) worked with Rohde & Schwarz MNT on a 5G network quality benchmarking study in the Dallas area in December 2020, a major U.S. telecommunications hub, comparing the performance of three tier-1 US network operators.

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Measurement examples of live 5G mobile networks that support DSS (part 4)

DSS: Measurement examples of live 5G mobile networks (part 4)

The last dynamic spectrum sharing (DSS) blog post examined the test and measurement methodologies for testing networks that support DSS. This post discusses live measurements from mobile networks that support 4G LTE and 5G NR coexistence in the same frequency band.

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DSS: Measurement aspects of testing LTE and 5G networks (part 3)

DSS: Measurement aspects of testing LTE and 5G networks (part 3)

After examining the technological background of dynamic spectrum sharing (DSS) and how it enables 4G LTE and 5G New Radio coexistence in part 1 and 2 of this article, we will now discuss the test and measurement aspects for mobile networks that support DSS.

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DSS: Enabling 5G NR in standard LTE subframes (part 2)

DSS: Enabling 5G NR in standard LTE subframes (part 2)

After discussing the need for dynamic spectrum sharing (DSS) and 5G NR transmission in LTE MBSFN subframes in part 1 of this article series, we will now examine the challenges in enabling 5G NR in standard LTE subframes and introduce the solution defined by the 5G NR standard.

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DSS: 5G NR-LTE coexistence through dynamic spectrum sharing (part 1)

DSS: 5G NR-LTE coexistence through dynamic spectrum sharing (part 1)

In part 1 of our series about 5G NR-LTE coexistence through dynamic spectrum sharing (DSS), we will take a closer look at DSS’s technological background. We will examine the feature sets that enable DSS and how the technology component is embedded in the LTE and 5G network architecture.

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5G Networks get launched

5G NR network rollout is now – let’s test!

The 5G NR standard (3GPP Rel. 15) contains a high degree of flexibility in radio parameters which complicates network measurements. With the Rohde & Schwarz' commercially available 5G NR network measurement solution we gained interesting insights into the new technology in pre-commercial 5G NR trial networks.

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5G: First independent 5G test network benchmark study

5G: First independent 5G test network benchmark study

Signals Research Group relies on the prototype measurement system designed by Rohde & Schwarz to meet the aggressive timeline of early 5G adopters. In a Verizon Wireless 28 GHz trial network R&S®TSMA autonomous drive test scanners collected downlink performance metrics for the beam reference signals (BRS), including RSRP, CINR, RSRQ, PCI, etc.

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5G: Initial 5GTF coverage measurements

5G: Initial 5GTF coverage measurements

The US operator Verizon Wireless targets fixed wireless access (FWA) in the 28 GHz frequency band. Together with partners, they created a pre-5G specification called 5G Technical Forum (5GTF). For the required signal quality and 5G coverage measurements, Verizon Wireless relied on our prototype measurement backpack solution.

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5G: The role of mobile network testing on the path to 5G

5G: The role of mobile network testing on the path to 5G

Long before commercial 5G services are even available, a myriad of articles, reports, presentations and speeches have been made public – creating a big buzz and high expectations surrounding the new standard. What’s the role of mobile network testing on the path to 5G? How can scanner measurements help operators pave the way to the next generation of mobile networks?

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Videos – demystifying 5G

A concise introduction to O-RAN technology

Watch this video and discover the technology and test aspects of Open RAN radio access networks (O-RAN).

07-Dec-2021

Introduction to O-RAN radio unit testing

Watch this video and learn how to verify the interoperability of your O-RAN network equipment.

07-Dec-2021

Demystifying 5G – Testing dynamic spectrum sharing (DSS) on a device

This video explores testing of an LTE-capable device in presence of 5G NR SSB’s while enabling MBSFN subframes.

30-Jan-2020

Demystifying 5G – 5G NR signal generation in the new 47 GHz frequency band

Watch this video to explore its underlying performance while measuring error vector magnitude (EVM) of a 100 MHz wide 5G NR signal at 47.2 GHz.

10-Dec-2019

Demystifying 5G – RF sampling ADCs: how to verify modulation performance?

The video demonstrates how to verify the modulation performance of a high speed ADC on the digital side.

09-Dec-2019

Demystifying 5G – 5G NR coexistence with LTE based on dynamic spectrum sharing (DSS)

The video explores the technological fundamentals that enables DSS between 5G NR and LTE.

25-Nov-2019

Demystifying 5G – 5G NR coexistence with LTE – testing dynamic spectrum sharing (DSS), part 2

The video shows how to configure and measure dynamic spectrum sharing (DSS) based on 5G NR signal components using MBSFN subframes of an LTE signal.

25-Nov-2019

Demystifying 5G – 5G NR coexistence with LTE – testing dynamic spectrum sharing (DSS), part 1

The video demonstrates the configuration of an LTE signal including MBSFN subframes based on the R&S SMW200A vector signal generator.

25-Nov-2019

Demystifying 5G - 5G NR throughput testing, dynamic scheduling and power control

Data throughput and dynamic scheduling are important parameters for 5G devices and require thorough testing during design phase. The video demonstrates how easy it is to setup and carry out these measurements with the unified user experience R&S®CMsquares.

04-Oct-2019

Demystifying 5G – Parallel 5G NR RF measurements and E2E testing

The new unified user interface R&S®CMsquares controls the R&S®CMX500 radio communication test platform and enables an easy setup and measurement of RF parametric tests and end-to-end tests, such as ping measurements, in parallel.

03-Oct-2019

Demystifying 5G – Unified user experience with the R&S®CMsquares

CMsquares, a unified user experience concept, simplifies 5G NR device testing. It controls the R&S®CMX500 and allows to combine various measurement tasks.

02-Oct-2019

Demystifying 5G – 5G NR device testing made simple with the R&S®CMX500

In this video we explore the test setup required to test 5G NR devices in non-standalone (NSA) mode using the R&S®CMX500 mobile radio tester from Rohde & Schwarz.

01-Oct-2019

Demystifying 5G – How a 5G UE accesses the 5G network

The video explains the 5G-LTE dual connectivity, how a 5G phone accesses the 5G network and shows the measurement software to follow the process.

24-Sep-2019

Demystifying 5G – How fast is 5G in commercial networks?

The video shows data throughput measurements of a 5G router (connected to ROMES) and a 5G phone (with QualiPoc Android) in mmwave 5G networks with 4 times 100MHz bandwidth.

23-Sep-2019

Demystifying 5G - What are the challenges?

Get an overview of the topics that we will cover during the seminar.

27-Aug-2019

Demystifying 5G – How to generate and analyze 5G NR TDD signals?

The video demonstrates how to generate the uplink portion of a 5G NR TDD signal.

22-Jul-2019

Demystifying 5G – How are slot formats defined in 5G NR?

Slot formats are a fundamentally new concept in 5G NR.

22-Jul-2019

Demystifying 5G – 5G NR PTRS and how to emulate phase noise

The video explains the concept of PTRS and how they are used to compensate for the typical phase error (CPE) - caused by the impact of phase noise at higher frequencies (mmWave, FR2).

22-Jul-2019

Demystifying 5G – 5G NR test model (TM) support for FR1 and FR2

The example in the video shows the test model required to perform signal quality measurements such as error vector magnitude (EVM)

22-Jul-2019

Demystifying 5G – System calibration basics for over-the-air (OTA) testing

The video provides high-level insights and theoretical background on system calibration.

22-Jul-2019

Demystifying 5G – Antenna array calibration using the R&S®SMW200A and R&S®FSW

The video demonstrates a direct measurement method for antenna array calibration to correct for relative amplitude and phase offsets.

22-Jul-2019

Demystifying 5G – Calibrating OTA test systems using gain transfer method

The video demonstrates the gain transfer method in order to carry out repeatable and reliable over-the-air (OTA) measurements.

22-Jul-2019

Demystifying 5G – Antenna array calibration methods for OTA testing

The video explains the theoretical background of antenna array calibration and discusses various methodologies including direct and indirect measurements.

22-Jul-2019

Demystifying 5G – Backpack for simultaneous 5G NR and LTE coverage measurements

The video introduces a compact backpack that is ideal to perform simultaneous network measurements of 5G NR in mmWave and sub 6 GHz frequencies.

04-Jul-2019

Demystifying 5G – Concept of SSB beamforming in mmWave frequencies

The video explains the concept of synchronization signal blocks (SSB), how SSB beamforming works in sub 6 GHz and mmWave frequencies and how many different beams can be realized by the network infrastructure.

03-Jul-2019

Demystifying 5G – Simultaneous coverage measurements on LTE and 5G NR at 28 GHz

The video demonstrates the simultaneous measurement of 5G NR signals in the mmWave frequency range at 28 GHz and LTE in sub 6 GHz using a single network scanner in a 5G backpack for coverage and beamforming tests.

01-Jul-2019

Demystifying 5G – Frequency settings in 5G NR

The video provides insights into the channel raster and synchronization raster in 5G NR in order to explain how to perform coverage measurements for 5G non-standalone and standalone mode.

01-Jul-2019

Demystifying 5G – Automatic channel detection (ACD) measurement for 5G NR

The video demonstrates how the automatic channel detection (ACD) option eases 5G coverage measurements even in the mmWave frequency range.

30-Jun-2019

Demystifying 5G – Phase noise of clock and LO components in 5G base stations

The video demonstrates a clock generator and an RF synthesizer from IDT and shows the measurement of the phase noise, contributed by these components.

24-Mar-2019

Demystifying 5G – Clock input monitoring, holdover and relocking in 5G base stations

The video demonstrates an IDT clock generator and shows the measurement of phase transient during a locked-holdover-relocking-locked cycle. A clock signal with a defined phase noise profile is used to emulate the effect of a real-world clock with a non-ideal phase noise performance.

24-Mar-2019

Demystifying 5G – Timing alignment and delay adjustment of SYSREF and sampling clock signals in 5G base stations

The video demonstrates a clock generator from IDT and shows the measurement of time alignment and delay adjustment of SYSREF and sampling clock signals.

24-Mar-2019

Demystifying 5G - How to flexibly measure multiple SSB transmissions

The video demonstrates how to measure all synchronization signal blocks (SSBs) in different frequencies with all SSB indices.

18-Mar-2019

Demystifying 5G – Configuring a 5G NR network measurement setup

This video explains how easy it is to configure the R&S®TSME6 network scanner.

12-Nov-2018

Demystifying 5G - 5G NR network measurements at 3.5 GHz

The video demonstrates how to perform 5G NR network measurements at 3.5 GHz. In the example shown, the R&S®SMW200A vector signal generator generates a 5G NR signal

12-Nov-2018

Demystifying 5G - How does 5G NR devices identify the network?

Learn how a UE is identified to be “5G NR capable” via an LTE base station and is informed where to search for a 5G NR base station (gNB) signal.

12-Nov-2018

Demystifying 5G - Over the air (OTA) testing for 5G NR in far-field and near-field

This video answers common questions that arise with 5G over the air testing.

14-Aug-2018

Demystifying 5G – Repeatable and temperature-based 5G NR OTA testing

The video discusses various solutions for over-the-air (OTA) testing for 5G NR devices and base stations based on test solutions from Rohde & Schwarz.

14-Aug-2018

Demystifying 5G – Creating far-field conditions at short distances for 5G over the air testing

The video discusses various solutions to significantly reduce the measurement distances in order to achieve a compact test setup for mobile device and base station OTA testing.

14-Aug-2018

Demystifying 5G – External harmonic mixer vs. spectrum analyzer

How to extend the frequency range of your spectrum analyzer? You can either use external harmonic mixers or invest in a new spectrum analyzer that covers the required frequency range. This video explains the differences between both methods and why a spectrum analyzer has a clear advantage compared to an external harmonic mixer.

18-Jul-2018

Demystifying 5G – PAPR: Difference for 5G PHY layer concepts vs. LTE

In this video we explore the PAPR for these waveforms and compare them to LTE, a fully standardized technology including scrambling and channel coding methods.

13-Jul-2018

Demystifying 5G – waveform candidates

Comparison of an OFDM-based LTE waveform with 5G waveform candidates such as UFMC, FBMC, GFDM and f-OFDM.

13-Jul-2018

Demystifying 5G – 2 GHz modulation bandwidth for 5G signal generation

To enable the industry to study wider bandwidths at higher frequencies, Rohde & Schwarz implemented a unique 2 GHz modulation bandwidth in the R&S®SMW200A vector signal generator enabling 5G signal evaluation up to 40 GHz carrier frequency.

13-Jul-2018

Demystifying 5G – 5G New Radio (NR) waveform analysis

This video demonstrates how to create a configuration file with the R&S®FS-K96PC OFDM vector signal analysis software from Rohde & Schwarzto analyze an OFDM-based waveform that follows the physical layer parameterization for 5G NR.

13-Jul-2018

Demystifying 5G – 5G New Radio (NR) waveform generation

In this example the 5G waveform uses one of the physical layer parameterization currently discussed in 3GPP RAN1.

13-Jul-2018

Demystifying 5G – 5G waveform defined by Verizon Wireless

How to configure a waveform that follows the Verizon Wireless 5G specification is the topic of this video. The focus is on downlink and synchronization signals, broadcast channels and beamforming reference signals.

13-Jul-2018

Demystifying 5G – Signal analysis of Verizon Wireless 5G waveforms

The analysis of a 5G signal following the Verizon Wireless 5G specification is demonstrated in this video.

13-Jul-2018

Demystifying 5G – Where 5G waveform candidates lose their advantage

5G waveform candidates, such as FBMC, UFMC and GFDM, are designed to overcome limitations of LTE. For example, FBMC, UFMC and GFDM outperform LTE in spectral regrowth. Their much sharper power spectrum is a clear advantage over LTE. But what happens, if a non-linear device such as a power amplifier is used to amplify the signal? This video explores this behavior and provides interesting results.

13-Jul-2018

Demystifying 5G – 3GPP RAN1 status for 5G New Radio (NR)

This video shows the current status of 5G New Radio (NR) in 3GPP with focus on RAN1 – the group within 3GPP that is responsible for physical layer aspects.

13-Jul-2018

Demystifying 5G – PAPR: Scrambled payload sequences for 5G waveform candidates

In this video we explain how to use a scrambled bit sequence as payload in form of a data list for 5G waveform candidates, such as FBMC, UFMC or GFDM, using the R&S®SMW200A vector signal generator.

13-Jul-2018

Demystifying 5G – US is leading the race for 5G frequency candidates

In July 2016 the Federal Communication Commission (FCC), the US regulator, decided to open up additional spectrum for future 5G wireless communications. This video provides a summary on the intended frequency bands for 5G in the US and explains the potential auction principles.

13-Jul-2018

Demystifying 5G – PAPR: Generating a scrambled payload sequence

In this video we describe how to generate a scrambled bit sequence using the LTE standard.

13-Jul-2018

Demystifying 5G – 28 GHz PA characterization with Verizon Wireless 5G waveform

This video demonstrates how to test a power amplifier that operates at 28 GHz. We use a downlink signal characteristic based on a waveform that follows the Verizon Wireless 5G specification.

13-Jul-2018

Demystifying 5G – 5G specification published by Verizon Wireless

This video provides some background information and compares the Verizon Wireless 5G standard with the current LTE specification from a physical layer point of view.

13-Jul-2018

Demystifying 5G – V5GTF crest factor reduction (CFR) - a simple way out?

This video demonstrates a simple method to clip (any) waveform, including the Verizon Wireless 5GTF signal, using software tools for signal generation and analysis from Rohde & Schwarz.

12-Jul-2018

Demystifying 5G - How about clipping a V5GTF signal?

This video compares the performance of a V5GTF standard-compliant signal showing a standard-dependent high peak-to-average power ratio (PAPR) with a clipped version of such a signal. Did the crest factor improve? How about the error vector magnitude (EVM)?

12-Jul-2018

Demystifying 5G - What causes the high PAPR in the V5GTF signal?

Implementing the Verizon Wireless 5GTF specification reveals a high overall peak-to-average power ratio (PAPR) for a downlink only signal. In this video, we look at what causes the high signal peaks.

12-Jul-2018

Demystifying 5G - How mobile is 5G at mmWave frequencies?

In this video we explore the fundamentals for mobility in a cellular system and show how (pre-)5G and 5G systems eventually tackle this challenge.

12-Jul-2018

Demystifying 5G - Enable mobility in 5G systems

Dual connectivity is the method of choice for (pre-)5G and 5G NR to enable full mobility using LTE as an anchor technology. However, there are quite some differences between the 3GPP-based version of dual connectivity and how (pre-)5G standards are planning to utilize this methodology. In this video we explore the differences between the two.

12-Jul-2018

c – frequency candidates

A future 5G mobile communication standard shall support among other things a feature defined as enhanced mobile broadband (eMBB). eMBB calls for Gbps peak data rates and hundreds of Mbps average user data rates.

12-Jul-2018

Demystifying 5G – limitations of LTE

What limitations of LTE have been identified from a waveform perspective and related to 5G? How do new 5G waveform candidates cope with these limitations?

12-Jul-2018

Demystifying 5G – requirements and timeline

In this video we answer the questions: what is 5G, what are the targeted applications and resulting requirements and what is the anticipated timeline?

12-Jul-2018

Demystifying 5G - Ready for testing 5G NR sub-6 GHz devices in production with the R&S CMW100

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.

12-Jul-2018

Demystifying 5G – Testing a 5G IF transceiver

This video demonstrates how to test a discrete transceiver for 5G NR based on the latest data converters from Texas Instruments.

12-Jul-2018

Demystifying 5G - Testing the true performance of ADCs

The R&S®SMA100B RF and microwave analog signal generator from Rohde & Schwarz combines highest output power, lowest phase noise and lowest wideband noise making it ideal for high-resolution ADC/DAC testing as demonstrated in this video.

12-Jul-2018

Demystifying 5G - Wideband noise and its impact on testing the true performance of ADCs

We compare the wideband noise performance of conventional signal generators with the R&S®SMA100B RF and microwave analog signal generator from Rohde & Schwarz that offers an improved wideband noise performance of more than 10 dB.

12-Jul-2018

Webinar: Demystifying 5G – Numerology and initial access concept for 5G NR

Get an overview on the current discussions within the standardization organization.

26-Apr-2018

Demystifying 5G – How about 5G EVM measurements better than 40 dB at 28 GHz?

The 28 GHz band is one of the 5G frequency candidates that gains a lot of attention in South Korea and the USA. Signal bandwidths of up to 500 MHz are under discussion.

25-Apr-2018

Demystifying 5G - Minimizing the impact of accessories when testing 5G RF components

The R&S®SMW200A vector signal analyzer and R&S®FSW signal and spectrum analyzer from Rohde & Schwarz make the calibration of the signal path towards the device under test (DUT) simple and easy, as demonstrated in this video

25-Apr-2018

Demystifying 5G – UFMC signal demodulation

How to demodulate UFMC signals? Universal filter multi carrier (UFMC) is one of the deliverables of the EU-funded 5GNOW project. Rohde & Schwarz implemented UFMC and other 5G waveform candidates in their signal generator and signal analyzer solutions.

25-Apr-2018

Demystifying 5G - Full power frequency sweep for 5G PA characterization

This video demonstrates a power vs. frequency sweep while measuring error vector magnitude (EVM), crest factor, adjacent channel leakage power ratio (ACLR) and other relevant parameters using the R&S®SMW200A vector signal generator and R&S®FSW signal and spectrum analyzer from Rohde & Schwarz.

25-Apr-2018

Demystifying 5G – 5G power amplifier characterization

In this video we explore how to set up Rohde & Schwarz signal generators and spectrum analyzers to characterize a 5G power amplifier using 5G waveform candidates, such as FBMC, UFMC or GFDM.

25-Apr-2018

Demystifying 5G – Signal generation and analysis of cm- and mm-wave frequencies

The video demonstrates high frequency signal generation and analysis using signal generator and analyzer solutions from Rohde & Schwarz.

25-Apr-2018

Demystifying 5G - UFMC signal generation

How to generate UFMC signals? Universal filter multi carrier (UFMC) is one of the deliverables of the EU-funded 5GNOW project. Rohde & Schwarz implemented UFMC and other 5G waveform candidates in their signal generator and signal analyzer solutions.

25-Apr-2018

Demystifying 5G - Full test support of Verizon Wireless 5GTF specification

In July 2016, Verizon Wireless and its partners published a 5G technology standard based on 3GPP's Release 12 specification for LTE. Known as 5GTF, the specification targets Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) as application scenario with no mobility.

25-Apr-2018

Webinar: Demystifying the 5G NR physical layer

This webinar provides an overview of the latest 5G NR physical layer specification, discusses the test challenges related to 5G and demonstrates practical test solutions. The webinar concludes with a look at the challenges involved in SA operation.

15-Mar-2018

Webinar: Demystifying 5G and the evolution to massive MIMO for increased capacity and profit

In this webinar, the challenges facing massive MIMO deployment and measurement will be briefly addressed, and over-the-air (OTA) measurements for 5G mmWave radio equipment based on Rohde & Schwarz benchtop OTA solutions will be demonstrated.

15-Dec-2016

Testing O-RAN

Testing O-RAN

Opening virtualized networks with O-RAN demands suitable test and measurement solutions.

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