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Simplified Tests on 3G WCDMA Base Stations

21st December, 2004

Europe : The R&S FSMU-W from Rohde & Schwarz combines the high-end Vector Signal Generator R&S SMU200A with the Vector Signal Analyzer R&S FSQ. Preconfigured for WCDMA, with one RF path and an analyzer frequency range up to 26 GHz, both instruments together test WCDMA base stations in line with the 3GPP standard. The R&S FSMU-W can be upgraded at any time with a second RF path, a fading simulator and options for other 2G or 3G standards.

Both the Vector Signal Generator R&S SMU200A and the Vector Signal Analyzer R&S FSQ meet the high requirements set by third-generation mobile radio standards for the development and production of base stations. As the WCDMA Base Station Test System R&S FSMU-W, the two instruments perform all the tests on WCDMA base stations prescribed by 3GPP specifications. For this purpose, both instruments are equipped with the option for WCDMA.

The R&S FSMU-W is available in three base configurations. An R&S SMU200A with an RF signal source can be combined with an R&S FSQ with an upper frequency limit of 3 GHz, 6 GHz, 8 GHz or 26.5 GHz. For tests requiring an additional generator, the R&S SMU200A can be expanded by a second RF source. Furthermore, a fading simulator can be added. In addition to WCDMA, the R&S FSMU-W also supports the analysis and generation of HSDPA signals. Further standards of second- and third-generation mobile radio such as GSM/EDGE or CDMA2000 are optionally available.

The operating manual contains clear instructions for performing all tests specified by the standard. Moreover, it includes the relevant source codes for programming the different test cases plus tips for obtaining measurement results more quickly. The programming examples are provided on a CD, making it considerably easier for the user to test WCDMA base stations.

The WCDMA Base Station Test System R&S FSMU-W can now be ordered from Rohde & Schwarz.

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