An instrument platform runs new Bluetooth LE test modes for Bluetooth LE 5.0. Similar to that for Bluetooth Classic, it allows manufacturers to perform all RF and pre-conformance tests on their Bluetooth LE components via the over the air interface (OTA). This simplifies testing considerably, as no additional control cable is required as would be […]
Communication Test
Class AB high-power amplifiers offer optional heatsinks
A new series of high power, Class AB broadband amplifier modules incorporate GaN, LDMOS or VDMOS semiconductor technology. The combination of high linearity and efficiency with low distortion over a wide dynamic range makes them candidates for a variety of applications including communications systems, military radio, radar, signal jamming, test and measurement and base stations. […]
Chamber handles far-field radar tests
The R&S ATS1500C antenna test system is a test chamber for high-performance radar testing, offering an outstanding indirect far-field testing performance. The test system consists of the new, compact R&S ATS1500C automotive radar test chamber for far-field testing, in combination with the R&S AREG100A automotive radar echo generator for precise radar target simulation at various […]
Frequency dividers in compact, rugged SMA connectorized packages work to 20 GHz
A new line of frequency divider modules cover broadband frequencies from 0.1 GHz to 20 GHz. A comprehensive offering of 28 different models features fixed divide-by-ratios from 2 to 40. These compact prescalers are for use in frequency synthesizer and phase-locked-loop (PLL) circuit designs, as well as test instrumentation systems. These rugged frequency dividers are […]
Instrumentation checks out Wireless Emergency Alerts data
Rohde & Schwarz, in collaboration with LG Electronics Mobile Comm. U.S.A., Inc., have successfully verified Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA) 3.0 features related to GEO-Fencing using an LG G8 ThinQ mobile smartphone. The new Enhanced Targeting Rules imposed by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) in the United States, requires wireless providers to reach 100% of the […]
New 116-Gbit/sec PAM4 error detector helps evaluate 400 GbE and 800 GbE transmissions
A PAM4 Error Detector (ED) supportes market-leading 116-Gb/sec bit error rate tests for the Signal Quality Analyzer-R MP1900A series. With the new module installed, the MP1900A is the only instrument to achieve error-free measurement of PAM4 signals at 116 Gbit/sec with industry-best operation bit rates and high Rx sensitivity performance. Combined with the previously released […]
Coax surge protectors support frequency ranges of 698 MHz to 2.7 GHz
A new series of coaxial surge protectors are designed to protect valuable communications equipment from power surges and indirect lightning strikes. Pasternack’s new surge protectors are available with either male to male or male to female 4.3-10 connectors and feature VSWR as low as 1.12:1, low insertion loss, maximum input power as high as 500 […]
Wireless wideband protocol analyzer covers Bluetooth, 802.11/15 modes
The Frontline X240 Wireless Wideband Analyzer covers wireless technologies of Bluetooth Low Energy, Bluetooth Classic (BR/EDR), 802.11 and 802.15.4. The Frontline X240, with state-of-the-art wideband software-defined radio technology, when combined with the new Wireless Protocol Suite, offers an unparalleled combination of portability, configurability and deep protocol analysis. With the growing use of wireless technologies in […]
RF instrumentation adds 5G protocol test functions
The Radio Communication Test Station MT8000A has been upgraded with 5G Protocol Test functions. The upgrade uses NR (New Radio) Fading software that, when implemented with built-in baseband fading tests, allows the MT8000A to support 3GPP TS 38.521-4 B.1/B.2 V15.0.0-compliant 5G NR channel (TDL) model tests. With the software, the MT8000A can conduct fading tests […]
High-performance PXE EMI receiver intercepts 44-GHz signals
The N9048B PXE Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) Receiver has been extended to 44 GHz, enabling customers to meet current and emerging compliance testing requirements according to various standards bodies, including MIL-STD-461G and FCC Part 15. The cellular (5G) and automotive industries must leverage higher frequencies to deliver new applications requiring increased spectrum resources to carry large […]
