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Overview

1.Description of the product Rohde & Schwarz Conformance Test System R&S TS8980 R&S®TS8980 is an integrated test system family for LTE, WCDMA and GSM conformance testing. R&S®TS8980 is a family of test solutions for the entire development lifecycle of mobile stations (MS). The R&S®TS8980FTA-2, successor to the R&S®TS8980FTA, is a fully automated conformance test system configured for running validated RF conformance test cases during the design, precertification and type approval of mobile stations. The test system provides a future-ready design capable of supporting new LTE-Advanced technologies. The R&S®TS8980S-2 is a fully automated in-band test solution for precompliance applications. The R&S®TS8980PRE is a precompliance tester for both inband and out-of-band tests. The R&S®CONTEST software platform of the R&S®TS8980 can be used for applications ranging from scalable test systems to conformance testing. Its simple operation, flexibility in test applications and speed-optimized automated test sequences enhance the efficiency of testing in all development phases of an MS. Key Facts • Full coverage for RF conformance test cases oLTE and LTE-Advanced oWCDMA (Rel. 99 to Rel. 9 incl. HSPA, R7 MIMO, (DB-)DC-HSDPA) oGSM (Rel. 99 to Rel. 9 incl. GPRS, EDGE, VAMOS, TIGHTER) • LTE network operator acceptance tests oSpecial optional add-ons to meet specific operator needs oNetwork-operator-specific test plans for RF and RRM • Optional RRM oLTE FDD, LTE TDD, WCDMA, GSM, CDMA2000®, TD-SCDMA 2.Differentiation and advantage • Cost efficiency A flexible and modular test solution is required to cover all test areas and provide a cost-efficient solution. • Coverage of all RATs and bands by one unit Based on this demand, the R&S test solution is based on the R&S CMW500 mobile radio tester as core. It covers all major mobile communication technologies and frequency bands, including GSM, WCDMA, LTE and TD-SCDMA (for RRM) in a single box, which is a clear advantage over other offerings, no third parties equipment is needed. • Modularity and flexibility The setup is highly modular. Depending on the test purpose, additional hardware and software can be quickly and easily added. • Test time Fast, intuitive and powerful R&S®CONTEST user interface with enhanced reporting capabilities. • Automation Fully automated conformance test system supporting validated RF and RRM conformance test cases in development, precertification and type approval environments • Support Over 9000 employees work for Rohde&Schwarz worldwide. Our service and sales network comprises more than 70 subsidiaries and offices to ensure contact with our customers. Through regular maintenance and calibration we ensure best product performance. • Complete test case coverage for successful market introduction Customers can verify their implementation´s compliance with special network operator requirements as well as compliance with standards on the same setup. This allows customers to enter markets with mature devices and as a result be successful in these markets by providing high quality products and allowing outstanding service delivery. 3.Target market All major chipset and wireless device manufactures are using the R&S TS8980 test solution for the verification of the correct implementation and performance of chipset and end user devices. In addition, network operators have already approved the test solution for their specific test plans and test houses are offering testing services based on R&S TS8980. R&S has been and is still actively contributing to the work of standardization and specification bodies like 3GPP but also to the work of industry groups as well as with carriers (such as CMCC, AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile, DoCoMo …) . This allows R&S to develop and provide test solutions for the market at first hand and help industry to speed up the launch and ensure the success of new features.

Parameter

• Scalable and flexible test system providing complete test coverage from development to conformance, for chipset and mobile device manufacturers as well as for test houses and operators
• Support of all major wireless 3GPP standards such as GSM, WCDMA, TD-SCDMA (for RRM) and LTE and LTE-A
• Fully automated conformance test system supporting validated RF and RRM conformance
• Fast, intuitive and powerful R&S®CONTEST user interface with enhanced reporting capabilities