ANRITSU CORPORATION has enhanced the functions of its New Radio RF Conformance Test System ME7873NR to support 5G wireless device conformance tests and compliance with the ETSI*1 EN 301 908-25 standard under the European Radio Equipment Directive (RED).
By using these enhanced functions, manufacturers can ensure regulatory compliance for 5G wireless devices sold in the EU and guarantee product quality and reliability. Anritsu is dedicated to supporting smooth market entry for products into the EU.
RED is an EU legal framework defining the safety, electromagnetic compatibility (EMC), radio-spectrum efficiency, and cybersecurity requirements of wireless devices in the EU. With the spread of wireless technologies, such as 5G, the ETSI EN 301 908-25 standard for 5G NR devices has been established based on 3GPP Release 15 regulating 5G specifications, and wireless products now sold in the EU must comply with this standard.
Through this latest enhancement, Anritsu continues to play a key role in deployment of commercial 5G services, helping create a 5G-empowered society.
Product Overview
The New Radio RF Conformance Test System ME7873NR is a 5G test platform compliant with 3GPP standards and is certified by both the Global Certification Forum (GCF) and PCS Type Certification Review Board (PTCRB).
In addition to supporting Frequency Range 1 (FR1, Sub-6 GHz), combining the system with an OTA (CATR) chamber*2 adds support for Frequency Range 2 (FR2, mmWave). The flexible configuration and customizable design provide an upgrade path from current ME7873LA systems, offering enhanced 5G compatibility at a lower capital cost.
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Technical Terms
*1 ETSI
European Telecommunications Standards Institute. A non-profit organization promoting international standardization of European information and communications technology.
*2 OTA (CATR) Chamber
Compact Antenna Test Range. A 3GPP-compliant CATR anechoic chamber designed to block external radio waves and prevent internal reflections to accurately measure wireless device performance via over-the-air transmission and reception.
