5G Test and Measurement

Emerson NI’s PXI transceivers open a window into the future of test and measurement at sub-THz frequencies through the 5G NR FR2 band.

Discover how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing spectrum operations, offering unparalleled speed, precision, and adaptability. AI will change the way we “see” RF.

EMITE and Rohde & Schwarz enhanced over-the-air measurement solutions by integrating the R&S CMX500 multi-technology, multichannel one-box signaling tester.

Anritsu will team up with LITEON to accelerate O-RU verification and reduce overall test costs.

Demos, seminars, and workshops keyed in on the company’s new advanced RF, 5G, and 6G breakthroughs.

Learn about the latest in components, MMICs/RFICs, PCB tech, CAD software, and RF test at the industry’s main event in Washington, D.C.

Anritsu’s wireless MT8000A handles RF measurements, protocol tests, and functional tests, supporting both the FR1 and FR2 bands used by 5G.

Keysight's midrange solution accelerates characterization of power-amplifier designs for 5G transmitters and provides modulation distortion analysis with full vector correction...

ETS-Lindgren combined the R&S CMX500 and R&S SMBV100B from Rohde & Schwarz for 5G A-GNSS antenna performance testing.

As wireless applications and frequencies ramp up, test equipment must increase measurement capabilities, even when operating as battery-powered portables, into the mmWave range...

Using the R&S CMX500 OBT wireless communications tester, Rohde & Schwarz and MediaTek were able to verify 5G RedCap Rel. 17 connectivity.

Developed in a collaborative effort between Keysight and CTTL, the platform implements and validates what's said to be the first dynamic MIMO over-the-air channel model for the...

Phase noise can be measured and analyzed either with traditional spectrum analyzers or dedicated phase-noise analyzers.

The R&S SMW200A and SMM100A vector signal generators and FSW and FPS signal and spectrum analyzers have been approved by Qualcomm for testing the QRU100 5G RAN platform.

The R&S CMX500 5G one-box signaling tester provides a comprehensive audio-testing tool set for HEAD acoustics.

Wireless technologies place exacting demands on test equipment in terms of evaluation, calibration, and validation. This eBook looks at the trends and challenges driving designer...

Native integration of Synopsys Custom Compiler with PathWave RFIC Design optimizes power and performance to more efficiently deliver 5G/6G designs.

Keysight's VNA solution, developed in collaboration with three other companies, efficiently characterizes on-wafer devices and circuits, speeding deployment of 5G/6G MMICs.

Spirent's 400G and 800G test platforms validate the cloud’s Ethernet backbone, ensuring support for the massive capacity demands of today and tomorrow.

Keysight's 5G device test solutions accelerate verification of designs that support 5G new radio (NR) 3GPP Release 16 (Rel-16) features.

Defense agencies, mobile network operators, and others have already invested heavily in spectrum-analysis solutions for cellular and Wi-Fi networks. Learn one of the most cost...

Microwave/RF cable assemblies are essential to the reliability and accuracy of 5G test and measurement. That’s why engineers must understand the impact assemblies have on test...

The success of 5G open networks depends on both end-to-end performance and core testing. We speak to Ian Langley at VIAVI Solutions and Shamik Mishra at Capgemini Engineering ...

Viavi’s latest field instrument feeds the O-RAN revolution in 5G cell sites by getting them operational faster and at lower installed cost.

5G infrastructure is growing by leaps and bounds, with more and more capability being added to the system. However, the effectiveness of the solution is strongly based on how ...

Small cells are crucial for mobile operator 5G network deployments, enabling increased coverage, high data rates, and low latencies. We talk with Rex Chen of LitePoint about some...

With bandwidths of 50 and 67 GHz, the ZNA series of vector analyzers delivers optimal performance in applications including defense and aerospace.

Chipset maker uses Keysight’s 5G test platform to deliver modem solutions for smartphones, PCs, and mobile hotspots.

Increasing complexity and the need for higher frequencies and bandwidths, multiple channels, low-power operation, and space constraints are placing considerable demands on RF/...

Keysight's Open RAN Architect solutions enable O-RAN vendors and mobile operators to verify interoperability, performance, conformance, and security.

5G mmWave physical-layer changes have sparked significant RF hardware design and antenna changes. Let’s explore some of the test challenges and considerations associated with ...

Demystifying the relationship between RF system design and test can go a long way toward successful product development.

The Department of Defense has announced $600 million in awards for experimentation and testing on 5G systems and technology at five military research sites.

Become acquainted with one of the most economical and cost-effective methods to extend the performance of existing RF equipment to 5G frequencies, preserving significant earlier...

The potential reach of 5G into applications across all industries, let alone its speed, will demand test equipment that can handle mmWave frequencies and advanced RF and beamforming...

Suite delivers turnkey support for simultaneous testing of multiple products comprising pre-certified cellular modules.

Collaboration with CAICT results in first performance test case for benchmarking 5G MIMO devices in frequency range 1

Anritsu validations included tests for non-standalone (NSA) mode, standalone (SA) mode, and frequency bands covering time-division duplex (TDD) and frequency-division duplex (...

ThinkRF's D4000 is a compact, powerful, and cost-effective RF downconverter/tuner for the next-generation RF environment.

With superior phase noise at higher frequencies, Keysight’s latest signal analyzer improves workflows for validation and manufacturing engineers of 5G radios.

Modular USB VNAs bring cost and operational efficiencies in verifying 1-port 5G devices operating in sub-6-GHz and mmWave bands.

As 5G begins to leverage high-frequency mmWave bands, engineers that used to work at RF frequencies will once again need to sharpen their skill sets and adopt new design and testing...

The 5G test cases presented here encompass RF characteristics, radio resource management (RRM), and protocol suites that work at the chipset, device, and base-station levels on...

Compared to 4G, test setups for 5G devices pose numerous challenges that include high-bandwidth signals, greater band coverage, and beamforming devices with no access to RF connectors...

For 5G applications, over-the-air testing will play a significant role in place of traditional cabled measurements.

With its standard-compliant functions and reference examples, this tool can help designers model, simulate, and verify 5G systems.

Oscilloscope signal integrity impacts signal shape and measurement values. This article is intended to help you assess the signal integrity of your oscilloscope and make trustworthy...

Gore came to the 2018 IEEE IMS with a booth full of product solutions for 5G testing at frequencies of 6 GHz and beyond, through mmWave frequencies.

Already known for its antenna solutions, Ethertronics now offers a mmWave test solution to evaluate 5G antenna performance.

Two companies have joined forces to create a solution that makes end-to-end, over-the-air 5G testing a reality.

An Obstacle Course Ahead for 5G Technology

There’s something in it for everyone.

This technical brief explains 5G MIMO networks as well as potential test solutions that can be utilized.

Three new cellular modems were recently unveiled that are intended to allow OEMs to equip their devices with cellular IoT connectivity.

Researchers at NYU WIRELESS are creating a new channel emulation methodology for 5G systems.

Philippe Garreau, chairman of the Microwave Vision Group (MVG), discusses why over-the-air testing will be needed for 5G.

A new NIST facility is devoted to creating new measurement solutions for emerging 5G wireless communications networks.

Measuring the massive MIMO antenna arrays to be used with 5G cellular base stations poses many challenges for test facilities.

Today’s 5G research challenges include investigation of waveforms, frequencies and bandwidths. Learn how to address the challenges with the new flexible testbed for 5G waveform...

MW&RF sat down with NI's James Kimery to discuss the progress of 5G and influential factors on the technology such as mm-wave, massive MIMO, and OFDM.

Explore 5G cellular system waveforms, algorithms and techniques with Keysight’s 5G testbed hardware and software elements providing the flexibility needed to address the inherent...

With 5G on the way, test-equipment designers and suppliers are carrying a heavy load.

On Monday, Rohde & Schwarz said that its test equipment is capable of generating and analyzing 5G signals based on Verizon's trial specification.

Anritsu Company will display test solutions and technologies that perform highly accurate measurements on high-frequency designs...

Verizon has reiterated its plans to have preliminary 5G networks in place as soon as 2017, and kept its promise to start testing 5G networks early this year.

Microwaves & RF's Chris DeMartino talks with Chris Ziomek, vice president and general manager of LitePoint Design Test Solutions (DTS), about the state of wireless test verification...