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

This webinar provides an overview of the O-RAN disaggregation aspects and describes how T&M can guarantee the successful deployment of an O-RAN network. Learn about RAN disaggregation aspects, O-RAN fronthaul conformance testing, E2E testing of Open RAN based networks and more.

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THz Technologies for Beyond 5G

Sub-Terahertz and terahertz (THz) waves are key elements of 6G research. Since highly integrated frontends, including array antennas will be implemented, advanced over-the-air testing methods with an extreme extended frequency range up to 170 GHz and beyond will become mandatory. To fully exploit the potential of this frequency range it is also crucial to understand the propagation characteristics for the development of the future communication standards by performing channel measurements. In this presentation, we take a look at these aspects and related test and measurement challenges.

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THz Communication - A Key Enabler for Beyond 5G?

Sub-terahertz and terahertz (THz) waves, ranging from 0.1 THz to 10 THz, fall in the spectral region between microwave and optical waves. The prospect of enabling transfer rates in the terabit/sec range make them a key research area of 6G mobile communication. Sub-THz technologies require highly integrated frontends, including array antennas, that necessitate advanced over-the-air testing methods with a frequency range up to 300 GHz. To fully exploit the potential of this frequency range for future wireless communications, it is also crucial to understand the propagation characteristics by performing channel measurements.

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Voice over 5G – Evolution, Deployment, Technology and Testing Aspects

This webinar introduces you to the technology aspects behind incorporating voice services in 5G networks and outlines possible deployment scenarios. And since test and measurement guarantees proper implementation to achieve best user experience, we will also demonstrate how to test voice capabilities of 5G smartphones in different deployment scenarios.

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Discover the secrets of UWB based on IEEE 802.15.4z

In this webinar, we will give you the latest updates on the evolution of the UWB standard for secure communication and ranging, as specified in IEEE 802.15.4z. We will also elaborate on the UWB certification needs and guide you through specific test challenges. Additionally, we will explain and demonstrate our test solutions for UWB device testing, including accurate time-of-flight measurements.

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Dynamic Spectrum Sharing for 5G – Technology and Testing Overview

Dynamic Spectrum Sharing is an innovative technology by which mobile operators can avoid the expensive, time-consuming process of spectrum refarming, and deploy 5G NR in their existing LTE bands.

In this webinar our technology expert will explain DSS as well as share some of the latest measurement tools and techniques for ensuring its successful implementation.

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5G Location Based Services in Rel. 15 & 16

In this webinar, we will present the technical requirements and use cases for 5G location based services (LBS). We will then discuss the strengths and limitations of key positioning technologies such as DL-TDOA, MC-RTT, AoD, AoA, GNSS, Wi Fi and Barometric measurements. Finally, we will provide some details around specific Rohde & Schwarz test solutions that can be used to test the reliability and accuracy of positioning methods under all conditions, either indoors or outdoors.

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How massive MIMO Challenges 5G base Station Testing

Massive multiple input multiple output (MIMO) antenna systems and beamforming are no doubt the key enablers and fundamental components of 5G deployment. This webinar explains the MIMO techniques used in today’s commercially deployed networks. It further discusses the latest MIMO enhancements specified in 3GPP Release 16, finalized in June 2020. The webinar also demonstrates how to apply Rohde & Schwarz oscilloscopes for testing phase-coherent 5G MIMO signals during the development of 5G base stations and small cells in the lab.

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Fundamentals of Over-the-Air (OTA) Testing

Future wireless technologies and standards will make over-the-air (OTA) testing a necessity. Engineers working with 5G NR and similar technologies today and in the future will need to have a basic understanding of antenna characteristics and how to properly measure them as part of a highly integrated sub-system. In this webinar, an OTA application engineer will cover the following topics: introduction to antenna parameters, the importance and execution of OTA test solution paradigms, and challenges of 5G OTA Measurements.

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An Overview of NG-RAN and NR in 5G Networks

5G is being deployed around the globe, and brings with it new technologies and new challenges. Although for many, it feels like we just got here, the evolution of 5G has already begun. This webinar provides a technical overview of the key radio aspects of 5G. The architecture of NG-RAN including gNB-CU and gNB-DU is illustrated. Key features of the New Radio (NR) air interface are also described. A variety of NR topics are covered such as OFDM numerologies, frame structure, massive MIMO, channel coding, and radio protocol stack.

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5G Evolution

5G deployments have only recently started, and releases beyond R15 will continue to tap into the tremendous potential of 5G. However, as a new generation of cellular technology typically appears every 8-10 years, 6G can be expected around 2030. 6G could offer high-fidelity holograms, multi-sensory communications, Tera Hertz (THz) communications, and pervasive artificial intelligence. In this webinar, we explore the evolution from 5G  from a service, air interface and network perspective, as well as take a crystal ball perspective on what the 5G evolution may look like.  

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5G Evolution: 5G Fundamentals

This webinar explains underlying technologies that have made 5G possible, leading into where we are today with 5G.

The topics 5G Fundamentals will cover: 5G NR – current situation, motivation and services offered by 5G NR, status update: where are we with 5G, spectrum, deployments, visions?, spectrum situation today FR1 and FR2, 5G NR infrastructure aspects: deployment scenarios: NSA and SA mode, 5G NR air interface, 5G numerologies based on OFDMA, physical channels, physical signals in 5G, 5G NR – RAN implementation and UE procedures.

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5G Evolution: 5G Advanced Topics

5G deployments have only recently started, and releases beyond R15 will continue to tap into the tremendous potential of 5G. However, as a new generation of cellular technology typically appears every 8-10 years, 6G can be expected around 2030. 6G could offer high-fidelity holograms, multi-sensory communications, Tera Hertz (THz) communications, and pervasive artificial intelligence. In this webinar, we explore the evolution from 5G  from a service, air interface and network perspective, as well as take a crystal ball perspective on what the 5G evolution may look like.  

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Journey of a Modern Mobile Device: Design, Development, and Testing

This white paper describes the lifecycle of a modern mobile device, which includes identification of target requirements and goals, real-estate planning of components, design, prototype development, testing of the device at various stages, and commercial launch.

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Emerging Trends in Wireless Infrastructure

In this white paper, we describe the emerging infrastructure trends of wireless networks for 4G, 5G, and beyond 5G. These trends include spectrum trends, densification & coverage extension methods, virtualization and cloudification, and network customization and intelligence.

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The Motivation, Technology and Testing for Dynamic Spectrum Sharing (DSS)

This document aims to explain the technology behind DSS and the reasons why so many wireless operators around the world are adopting DSS.

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Do you know 5G VoNR?

Navigate 5G VoNR from the network deployment and the connectivity options aimed at not only supporting VoNR, but also ensuring the data services that VoNR should enable.

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5G Voice over New Radio (VoNR)

This White Paper will provide in-depth guidance in navigating 5G VoNR from the network deployment and the connectivity options aimed at not only supporting VoNR.

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Creating the Base of 5G

See how trending mobile wireless technolgies are taken into consideration in the creation of mobile network equipment for today's and future 5G NR networks.

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5G New Radio Digital Book

The 5G New Radio eBook from Rohde & Schwarz describes all relevant details of the 5G NR technology – the fundamentals and procedures.

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Demystifying 5G - video series

Everything about 5G and innovative test solutions to tackle your 5G challenges.

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5G Evolution: On the Path to 6G

Explore the evolution from 5G to 6G from a service, air interface and network perspective, and explore where 6G may take us.

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5G mmWave – device testing challenges

In this webinar, we take a closer look at the major challenges mmWave brings and discuss innovative test solutions.

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5G NR Evolution – What is DSS?

An introduction to (DSS) and analysis of related T&M challenges from a network and device testing point of view.

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Radio fundamentals for cellular networks

Explore basic cellular systems principles and examine the underlying technologies that lay the foundation for today and the future.

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IEEE 802.11ax technology introduction

Explore the technology used in the IEEE 802.11ax amendment to the IEEE 802.11 standard

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Antenna Array Testing – Conducted & OTA

An overview of test solutions addressing current and future requirements for antenna verification.

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Get your free "5G Network Architecture" poster

This poster illustrates Overall Service Based Architecture for 5G, Next-gen RAN, Multi-RAT Connectivity within 5G, and more.

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Get your free "Over-the-air (OTA) testing fundamentals" poster

Curious about how to reduce the chamber size for your OTA testing? Register and get your free over-the-air (OTA) testing fundamentals poster.

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Get your free “Demystifying 5G NR” poster

Are you interested in having an overview of the latest 5G NR specification in line with 3GPP Release 15? Sign up and get your free poster by mail.

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Get your free "Wireless communications standards" poster

Get insights into the latest cellular, wireless connectivty, IoT and GNSS specifications, including 5G, LTE and Wi-Fi. Sign up and get your free poster by mail.

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