Understanding Long-Term Evolution Fundamentals and Measurement Challenges

Sept. 15, 2009

This comprehensive white paper is a must-read for anyone who needs to know both basic information about the Long Term Evolution (LTE) enhancement to UMTS, as well as the test and measurement challenges posed by this complex standard. It includes information about MIMO, physical layer, data path, performance, functional, and production testing as well as detailed information about the specific tests required in each category.

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