Overview
Rohde & Schwarz is recognized for delivering high-quality, cost-effective test and measurement (T&M) solutions for network operators. Their products support a variety of standards and technologies, enabling efficient testing and implementation of new standards, reducing time to market, and preventing poor investments.
Key Benefits for Network Operators- Comprehensive T&M solutions for standards like GSM, UMTS, LTE, and WiMAX.
- Modular and scalable products ensuring low total cost of ownership and investment safety.
- Global support and service available in 70 countries.
Drive Testing Solutions- The R&S®TSMx family of analyzers provides reliable data from the subscriber's perspective, essential for network planning and optimization.
- Supports simultaneous measurements across different standards, even at high speeds.
- Features include uplink/downlink analysis, QoS measurements, and automatic neighborhood analysis.
Field Service and Installation- R&S®FSH 4/FSH 8 handheld spectrum analyzers offer comprehensive measurement capabilities for antenna systems and transmitters.
- Key measurements include distance-to-fault, insertion loss, and interference location.
- Designed for high measurement speed and accuracy, optimizing capital expenditure.
Interference Detection- Rohde & Schwarz provides a range of radiomonitoring solutions to detect and eliminate radio interference.
- Products like the R&S®PR100 handheld receiver are designed for mobile radiomonitoring and radiolocation.
Mobile TV Solutions- Expertise in TV transmitters and T&M instruments, supporting standards like DVB-T, DVB-H, and MediaFLO.
- Transmitters are designed for energy efficiency and future expansion.
Base-Station Test Labs- Equipment offers low total cost of ownership and supports emerging standards like LTE and HSPA.
- Allows for remote and automated testing, reducing time to market.
Terminal Testing Solutions- Comprehensive RF and protocol test solutions for standards like GSM, LTE, and Bluetooth.
- Tools like the R&S®CMU200 enable realistic testing of mode changes and power consumption measurements.
Conclusion
Rohde & Schwarz provides network operators with a robust portfolio of T&M solutions that ensure efficient network operation, reliable service delivery, and readiness for future technological advancements.
Installation and Maintenance
The R&S®ROMES platform and R&S®TSMx enable comprehensive testing of base station subsystems, including antennas, transmitters, and receivers. Emphasizes spectrum analysis for 2G, 3G, and LTE base stations, interference hunting, and various measurements such as S-parameter, power, and cable measurements.
Test Lab Benefits (Base Station Testing)
Describes acceptance tests for new network components using handheld spectrum analyzers and network analyzers. Covers RF acceptance and regression testing, signal vector analysis, and power measurements, ensuring compliance with standards like LTE.
Test Lab Benefits (Terminal Testing)
Includes drive testing, RF link monitoring, and interoperability testing across multiple standards (GSM, GPRS, WCDMA, LTE, etc.). Discusses power consumption measurements and battery testing.
Network Engineering
Highlights tools for network engineering, including high-speed network scanners, QoS analysis, and interference hunting. Covers spectrum monitoring and long-term monitoring capabilities.
Selected Products
Lists Rohde & Schwarz products, including R&S®TSMx, R&S®ROMES, R&S®FSH, detailing their applications in drive testing, signal analysis, and network analysis.
Conclusion
Emphasizes the comprehensive testing capabilities of Rohde & Schwarz products, which help avoid costly drive test repetitions and ensure efficient network operation and maintenance.