5G testing from field to lab using R&S CMX500

Introduction

The CMX500 from Rohde & Schwarz (R&S) is a radio communication tester specifically designed for testing 5G NR (New Radio) devices. It is widely used in R&D, conformance, production and device certification labs for its advanced features and scalability.

Key features of R&S CMX500

Following are key features of R&S CMW500 test and measurement equipment.

  • Covers all 5G and WLAN signaling tests
  • Supports frequency range up to 8 GHz
  • Comes with accessories which enables testing for OTA and MIMO in FR1 (sub-6 GHz) and FR2 (mmwave) bands, FR2 supports 24 GHz to 50 GHz range
  • Supports automated Tx, Rx and performance testing
  • Single web based GUI for testing
  • 20 Gbps, end to end IP data performance capability
  • Software Options : Checkout order no. and type for WLAN and 5G NR requirements as per standards/features before ordering in the brochure on R&S website.

CMX500 Radio Communication Tester

Common Use Cases

  • 5G smartphone and chipset validation
  • Protocol stack development and debug
  • RF performance and coexistence testing
  • Certification by GCF/PTCRB
  • 3GPP conformance testing
  • VoNR audio quality testing
  • Production testing in manufacturing lines
  • Network operator acceptance tests
  • End to end data testing

References

  • The CMX500 comes in five different configurations, figure depicts one such hardware unit.
  • Visit R&S website for more information.