23-May-2022 | Press Release | Wireless communications

Rohde & Schwarz has introduced not just one but two new maximum frequencies for the R&S SMW200A vector signal generator, bringing previously impossible high performance to digitally modulated signals up to 67 GHz and beyond. The R&S SMW200A is first to enable flat frequency response and 2 GHz modulation bandwidth above 44 GHz. In addition to all applications already supported up to 44 GHz, the 100 kHz to 56 GHz option covers all currently used 5G frequencies, plus earth-to-satellite applications. The 100 kHz to 67 GHz option also supports planned higher frequency 5G bands, the 60 GHz WiGig band, and inter-satellite links.

19-Sep-2018 | Press Release | Test & measurement

Since its launch in 2017, the R&S SMW200A has been the world’s first and only general purpose vector signal generator that can be turned into a high-end GNSS simulator and is able to internally simulate complex interference environments in parallel with GNSS signals. This unique test solution has now been further enhanced by adding simulation capabilities for the L5/E5 frequency band.

13-Dec-2017 | Press Release | Test & measurement

Rohde & Schwarz introduces a new realtime control interface software option for simulated radar scenarios based on pulse descriptor word (PDW) streaming. The radar scenario simulator streams the PDWs to the R&S SMW200A vector signal generator directly via LAN. Equipped with the new software option, the vector signal generator processes these signals to simulate highly agile and dense radar signal environments. The R&S SMW200 acts as an agile signal source that generates the highest pulse rates with superior RF performance. It supports both classical pulsed signals and any I/Q modulated signals. This solution is especially well suited for extremely long-duration tests of radar receivers.

26-Sep-2017 | Press Release | Test & measurement

The R&S SMW200A GNSS simulator adds a high-end solution to the Rohde & Schwarz portfolio of satellite navigation system simulators. It can be extended to up to four RF outputs and allows GNSS signals to be simulated simultaneously in multiple frequency bands for multiple antennas. It is the only instrument on the market that can internally simulate a complex interference environment in parallel with GNSS signals. With the R&S SMW200A, Rohde & Schwarz heralds a new era in GNSS simulation.

11-May-2017 | Press Release | Test & measurement

Rohde & Schwarz is extending the functional range of its R&S SMW200A vector signal generator to include the DVB-S2 satellite standard and its extension DVB-S2X. The R&S SMW200A with the new option provides a simple solution for testing components, devices and satellites that support these standards. It is the first single-device solution on the market to generate DVB-S2/DVB-S2X signals not only as IF signals below 6 GHz but also on transmission frequencies in the Ku band and other microwave bands up to 40 GHz.

22-Sep-2022 | Press Release | Wireless communications

Rohde & Schwarz presents an innovative signal generation and analysis solution for measurements in the D band that will significantly simplify early next generation mobile communications research. The new R&S FE170 frontend extensions are easy to mount to and configure with the R&S SMW200A vector signal generator and the R&S FSW signal and spectrum analyzer. The extensions will allow the two high-end test instruments to cover frequency ranges between 110 GHz and 170 GHz – key spectrum for beyond 5G, for 6G technology and for future automotive radar applications.

27-Feb-2018 | Press Release | Test & measurement

The first 5G New Radio (NR) specifications were just released by 3GPP in December. Rohde & Schwarz is underscoring its leading position in 5G testing by developing the industry’s first dedicated test solutions for 5G NR downlink and uplink signals for base stations, UE and component testing in line with 3GPP Release 15. At Mobile World Congress 2018, Rohde & Schwarz will display a respective setup consisting of the R&S FSW signal and spectrum analyzer and the R&S SMW200A vector signal generator.

03-Aug-2022 | Press Release | Wireless communications

The 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.

07-Mar-2018 | Press Release | Test & measurement

SatixFy, a company specializing in developing and selling SDR baseband chips and modems, is introducing its first wideband 500 MHz DVB-S2X Software Defined Radio (SDR) modem. SatixFy is demonstrating operation of its modem based on its SX-3000 chip at Satellite Show 2018, in SatixFy's booth (#649) in Washington, D.C. The product sets a record in terms of throughput, demonstrating 2.4 Gbps in 64 APSK with no time slicing or 256 APSK with 30% time slicing. The new Wideband SDR modem is the only one in the market today supporting Beam Hopping and VLSNR.

29-Aug-2018 | Press Release | Test & measurement

Rohde & Schwarz is introducing a new solution for analyzing 5G NR uplink signals in line with the latest 3GPP specifications. The R&S FSW-K145 5G-NR UL measurement application for the R&S FSW signal and spectrum analyzer is used to develop 5G user equipment and components such as power amplifiers. It complements the existing R&S FSW-K144 5G NR downlink measurement application, which is used to test 5G base stations. The R&S SMW-K144 5G NR option for the R&S SMW200A vector signal generator can generate the required signals for uplink and downlink receiver tests. All three 5G NR signal generation and analysis options now support 15.2.0, the most recent version of the 3GPP standard.

10-Aug-2020 | Press Release | Test & measurement

To enable continually higher data rates for end users of satellite links, satellite operators are using higher frequencies, such as the Q/V band, where larger bandwidths are available. The new R&S SZV100A RF upconverter from Rohde & Schwarz now offers a solution for testing broadband transponders in the payloads of very high throughput satellites (VHTS). With its 2 GHz modulation bandwidth, the R&S SZV100A covers the entire frequency range from 36 GHz to 56 GHz.

05-Mar-2020 | Press Release | Wireless communications

Rohde & Schwarz is continuously extending its portfolio of test solutions for 5G base stations and the associated massive MIMO antenna arrays and amplifiers. Highlights include an OTA test solution with frontend modules specifically for the 5G FR2 range and a solution for speed-optimized tests of 5G base stations. Both are ideal for use in production. There is also a new, innovative test solution that allows developers to perform cross-channel measurements with up to 4x4 MIMO in the FR1 range.

23-Mar-2020 | Press Release | Wireless communications

Rohde & Schwarz is continuously extending its portfolio of test solutions for 5G base stations and the associated massive MIMO antenna arrays and amplifiers. Highlights include an OTA test solution with frontend modules specifically for the 5G FR2 range and a solution for speed-optimized tests of 5G base stations. Both are ideal for use in production. There is also a new, innovative test solution that allows developers to perform cross-channel measurements with up to 4x4 MIMO in the FR1 range.

27-Feb-2017 | Press Release | Test & measurement

Developers of 5G radio access technologies need a large bandwidth to analyze wideband signals, for instance at 28 GHz and 39 GHz. A new hardware option for the R&S FSW high-end signal and spectrum analyzer now offers a 1.2 GHz analysis bandwidth with an internal wideband digitizer.

06-Jun-2022 | Press Release | Electronic design

At the International Microwave Symposium IMS2022, Rohde & Schwarz will showcase new EVM optimization techniques for 5G FR2, 6G D-Band component test, the latest Over-the-Air (OTA) test chamber, and many additional new products.

03-Apr-2017 | Press Release | Test & measurement

Rohde & Schwarz will supply test and measurement solutions to Qualcomm Technologies to produce engineering samples of Qualcomm Technologies’ 5G RF Transceiver SDR051 in readiness for 5G network deployment.

08-Dec-2021 | Press Release | Wireless communications

As 5G networks are being rolled out globally, the evolution of the 5G NR standard continues. With Release 17, 3GPP will extend the frequency support of 5G NR mmWave bands into the unlicensed spectrum up to 71 GHz, a frequency band traditionally used by non-cellular standards like IEEE 802.11ad and 11ay. To address new testing challenges related to this bandwidth extension and to evaluate the performance of the latest generation RF transceiver chipsets, Rohde & Schwarz and Sivers Semiconductors teamed up to test RF transceivers for 5G NR up to 71 GHz.

19-Feb-2019 | Press Release | Test & measurement

MediaTek leverages Rohde & Schwarz’s high performance turnkey OTA system for device transmitter and receiver tests to meet the challenges of 5G deployment.

02-May-2017 | Press Release | Test & measurement

The IEEE 802.11p standard is one of the main candidates for vehicle-to-everything (V2X) communications. Rohde & Schwarz T&M equipment enables semiconductor manufacturer Renesas to provide first class communications solutions for the 11p market.

27-Aug-2018 | Press Release | Test & measurement

The R&S IQW wideband I/Q data recorder can be used to record signal scenarios typically required in test cases at a bandwidth up to 512 MHz and high sampling rates. The solution records wideband RF signals and reproduces them to simulate real-world test environments, enabling realistic, repeatable device tests in the lab.

11-Sep-2018 | Press Release | Test & measurement

“Accelerate design. Maximize performance.” This is the Rohde & Schwarz motto at the European Microwave Week (EuMW), which this year will be held in Madrid for the first time. At the IFEMA Feria de Madrid, the company is exhibiting its latest measurement solutions for RF and component testing, A&D, radar and 5G NR. In addition, Rohde & Schwarz specialists will be on hand to share their expertise with visitors in numerous free seminars and workshops.

13-Feb-2019 | Press Release | Test & measurement

5G is becoming a reality. Rohde & Schwarz will present its test solutions for 5G base stations and the associated massive MIMO antenna arrays and amplifiers at Mobile World Congress 2019. Highlights include signal analysis and signal generation solutions for 5G base station tests in the millimeterwave range and an innovative OTA test solution. It is the first solution worldwide that allows the far-field properties of 5G antenna arrays to be characterized at short distances. A cloud based test solution for automated 5G production tests will also be on display.

25-Sep-2017 | Press Release

Rohde & Schwarz test and measurement solutions are in demand worldwide, wherever signals have to be generated or analyzed, from the audio range up to the highest millimeterwave frequencies. This year, the exhibition at European Microwave Week (EuMW) will be held from October 10 to 12, 2017, in Nuremberg, Germany. There, Rohde & Schwarz will showcase test solutions for RF & microwave components, radar, 5G communication and satellite payload at the main booth 108 in hall 7A. Additionally, for the first time, Rohde & Schwarz will feature a special exhibition area dedicated solely to innovative automotive radar test solution, located in the entrance of hall 7A.

26-Oct-2022 | Press Release | Mobile network testing

To further exploit the huge potential of 5G, the wireless industry has continued to develop the standard up to Release 16, and development continues. But technology does not stand still, and even as 5G presses forward, a new generation of cellular technology is emerging. Cutting-edge 6G research is already underway at communications equipment manufacturers and research institutions, and reconfigurable intelligent surfaces (RIS) is a major area of interest in 6G research. Rohde & Schwarz, with Tsinghua University and Actenna Technology, recently completed an evaluation and trial of RIS technology to comprehensively evaluate the effects and performance of RIS deployment.

21-Feb-2022 | Press Release | Wireless communications

O-RU Test Manager delivers unified user experience, combining both companies’ test solutions.

23-Oct-2018 | Press Release | Test & measurement

From November 13 to 16, 2018, Rohde & Schwarz, one of the leading test and measurement equipment manufacturers, will present its innovations at electronica under the slogan "Accelerate design. Maximize performance." In hall A3, booth 307, the company will be exhibiting products such as its highly innovative family of high-performance oscilloscopes, the world’s first signaling test solution for Bluetooth® LE and signal generators that set new standards in their class as well as several updated instrument families.

07-Jan-2019 | Press Release | Test & measurement

Test and measurement specialist Rohde & Schwarz, telecommunications service provider China Mobile and mobile platform provider MediaTek have successfully carried out a technical trial of a 5G prototype terminal. The main purpose was to verify the signal characteristics and propagation of the mmWave terminal in different environments, both indoors and outdoors, and to investigate the effect that beam tracking and array antenna switching have on maintaining the stability of the mmWave signal.

23-Jun-2021 | Press Release | Wireless communications

Radio 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.

09-Nov-2020 | Press Release | Aerospace & defense testing

Rohde & Schwarz Benelux to provide signal and spectrum analyzing and recording solutions for the Netherlands’ Defence Material Organization TESLA-M project.

06-Feb-2018 | Press Release | Test & measurement

Rohde & Schwarz is paving the way for testing 3GPP 5G New Radio (NR) signals. Now, for the first time, developers of 5G radio technologies can validate 5G base stations and associated components such as power amplifiers.