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Date: 5 Oct, 2023
 
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Anritsu Upgrades its Remote Spectrum Monitor to Provide 5G FR1 & FR2 Frequency Band Coverage

Anritsu

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TMYTEK, NI, and Allbesmart Develop an Easy Way to Establish a 5G FR2 End-to-End Test Network

TMYTEK

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RFHIC Introduces New Hybrid GaN Power Amplifier Modules for 4G LTE and 5G Systems

RFHIC

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Keysight and Ettifos Successfully Conduct 3GPP Release 16 Sidelink Radio Conformance Test

Keysight Technologies

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Multibeam Antennas from Galtronics, Outperform Traditional M-MIMO Solutions

Galtronics USA, Inc

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Fibocom Introduces Module to Boost 5G Connectivity via FWA in Africa

Fibocom

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ZTE, China Telecom, and SpaceIoT Deploy 5G NTN Terminals for Marine Applications in China

ZTE

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ETS-Lindgren Integrates the R&S CMX500 for 5G Device Testing in Wireless OTA Chambers

Rohde & Schwarz

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ZTE, AIS and MediaTek Collaborate to Validate 5G RedCap Services at 2.6 GHz in Southeast Asia

ZTE

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Aethertek's Antenna-in-Module Achieves 2.4 Gbps Datarate Using 4 Carriers of 100 MHz in the 5G FR2 Band

Aethertek Technology

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R&S®CMX500
5G Testing In One Box With The R&S®CMX500
The future of 5G testing is here: The R&S®CMX500 radio communication tester is the future-proof solution for 5G NR testing with unmatched testing capabilities and an intuitive, flexible web-based user interface. Click here to learn more.
5G White Papers & Articles
eBook: Introduction to 5G RedCap - everything RF
5G Drives mmWave Technology Across Multiple Industries - Analog Devices
A Novel Approach to Radio Protocols Design for 6G - Nokia
5G NR Networks are Here: Let’s Test! - Rohde & Schwarz
5G Millimeter Wave Devices: The Impact on EMC Compliance Tests - ETS-Lindgren
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RF Amplifier
63 W GaN Power Amplifier from 3.4 to 3.8 GHz for 5G mMIMO Applications
RF Amplifier  from Mitsubishi Electric US, Inc.

The MGFS48G38MB from Mitsubishi Electric is a GaN Power Amplifier that operates from 3.4 to 3.8 GHz. It delivers a saturated output power of more than 63 W with a gain of over 28 dB and a power-added efficiency (PAE) of 43%. This power amplifier has an epitaxial growth layer structure that offers high efficiency and low distortion characteristics even when used in 5G environments.
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RF Amplifier
70 W GaN Hybrid Power Amplifier from 3.4 to 3.8 GHz for 5G Applications
RF Amplifier  from RFHIC

The SDM36005-30H from RFHIC is a GaN Hybrid Power Amplifier that operates from 3400 to 3800 MHz. It has been designed for 5G Massive MIMO systems, small cells, and low-power remote radio heads. This SMD amplifier delivers a saturated output power of 70.8 W with a gain of 35 dB and an efficiency of 14%.
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Front End Module
Front-End Module for Dual-Channel Receiver from 2.3 to 2.7 GHz
Front End Module  from NXP Semiconductors

The BTS7202H from NXP Semiconductors is a Dual Channel Receiver Front-End Module that operates from 2.3 to 2.7 GHz. It has two independent receive channels each with a low noise amplifier (LNA) and a switch to route high-power TX signals to a termination load. This SiGe module provides a gain of 19 dB in low gain mode, 37 dB in high gain mode, and has a noise figure of 0.95 dB.
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RF Amplifier
8 W GaN Power Amplifier Module from 3.4 to 3.8 GHz
RF Amplifier  from Qorvo

The QPA3810 from Qorvo is a fully integrated Two-Stage Doherty Power Amplifier Module that operates from 3.4 to 3.8 GHz. It delivers 8 W (~39 dBm)  of output power with 33 dB of gain. This GaN amplifier incorporates a driver and Doherty final stage delivering high power-added efficiency for the entire module.
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Cellular Module
3GPP Rel-15 Based Sub-6 GHz Multi-Mode 5G Smart Modules for Global Coverage
Cellular Module  from Quectel

The SG560D Series from Quectel are Sub-6 GHz Multi-mode 5G Smart Modules that provide worldwide coverage for 5G/4G/3G/2G. They are based on 3GPP Rel-15 technology and support both 5G NSA and SA architectures. These modules are based on QCM6490 high-performance 64-bit octa-core processors and have a built-in Adreno 643 GPU, 4 GB LPDDR4X memory, and 64 GB UFS storage.
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Cellular Module
Sub-6 GHz 5G-NR Module for Middle East and Africa Markets
Cellular Module  from Fibocom

The FG360-MEA from Fibocom is a 5G NR Sub-6 GHz Module that has been designed for the Middle Eastern and African market. It supports both 5G standalone (SA) and non-standalone (NSA) network architectures, delivering enhanced transmission speed, greater carrying capacity, and reduced network latency for homes, businesses, and mobile users.
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R&S®CMP180 Radio Communication Tester
R&S®CMP180 Radio Communication Tester – Enhanced frequency & bandwidth for advanced wireless technologies
The R&S®CMP180 radio communication tester is a future-proof, non-signaling testing solution for wireless devices in research and development, validation, and production. Together—with advanced frequency, bandwidth, and RF capabilities—it enables testing of new wireless technologies such as Wi-Fi 6E, Wi-Fi 7, and 5G NR FR1. Click here to learn more.
Beamforming IC
8 channel, Dual Polarization Beamforming IC from 26.5 to 29.5 GHz for 5G NR FR2 Applications
Beamforming IC  from iCana

The iCana ICAMB2629-A is a 5G mmWave Beamforming IC that operates from 26.5 GHz to 29.5 GHz covering n257 and n261 5G NR FR2 bands for Wireless Infrastructure applications. It contains 8 independent transmit and receive channels supporting 4 horizontal and 4 vertical polarized antennas via independent input/outputs.
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RF Test Set
Modular Signalling Test Solution for 5G FR1 and FR2
RF Test Set  from LitePoint

The IQcell-5G from LitePoint is a 5G FR1/FR2 Signalling Test Solution that is designed for end-of-line manufacturing, software regression and functional performance testing. It validates RF parametric measurements, end-to-end throughput, MIMO, mobility, and user experience testing across cellular and cellular-capable connectivity devices such as smartphones, CPE’s, laptops, tablets, hotspots, etc.
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Signal Generator
4-Channel Vector Signal Generator from 9 kHz to 8.5 GHz
Signal Generator  from Keysight Technologies

The N5186A MXG from Keysight Technologies is a 4-channel Vector Signal Generator with a frequency range from 9 kHz to 8.5 GHz. It delivers an output power of up to +27 dBm with a phase noise of -147 dBc/Hz (at 10 kHz offset) and has a frequency resolution of 1 x 10-5 Hz. This signal generator is capable of generating signals with a modulation bandwidth of 960 MHz.
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Antenna
5G/4G and Dual-Band Wi-Fi Flexible Printed Circuit Antenna from 617 to 5850 MHz
Antenna  from KYOCERA AVX

The 1005392F0-AA10L0600 from KYOCERA AVX is a 5G/4G and Dual-Band Wi-Fi ( 2.4/5 GHz) FPC (Flexible Printed Circuit) Embedded Combo Antenna that operates from 617 to 5850 MHz. For 5G/4G applications, it provides a peak gain of 3.1 dBi with an average efficiency of up to 60% and has a VSWR of less than 2.8:1.
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Antenna
5G/LTE Fixed Wireless Access Antenna from 617 to 4200 MHz
Antenna  from Airgain

The Lumos™ 5G Fixed Wireless Access Antenna from Airgain operates from 617 to 4200 MHz. It provides a gain of 10.9 dBi (3300 – 4200 MHz) and has a multiband and directional antenna design with support for 2x2 and 4x4 MIMO configurations for both LTE and 5G. This antenna can be easily customized with Airgain’s EZConnect™ cable harnesses that allow any connector and cable length combination.
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Antenna
Small Cell MIMO Antenna from 1.7 to 6 GHz for Indoor 4G/5G Applications
Antenna  from HUBER+SUHNER

The SENCITY® Occhio from HUBER+SUHNER is a Small Cell Antenna that operates from 1.7 to 6 GHz (1695 – 2690 MHz, 3200 – 4200 MHz, 4500 – 5000 MHz, 5150 – 6000 MHz). This vertically polarized antenna provides up to 6.5 dBi gain and has a VSWR of 1.5:1. It supports 2x2/4x4 MIMO configurations and provides 5G coverage with a simple and time-saving installation process.
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RF Module
Low-Cost, Beam-steering RF Module from 57 to 71 GHz for FWA Applications
RF Module  from Sivers Semiconductors

The BFM06017 from Sivers Semiconductors is a Low-Cost RF Module that operates from 57 to 71 GHz. It supports 1D beam-steering (±45° steering in azimuth) and is optimized for high-performance FWA applications and for unlicensed 5G spectrum (802.11ad and 5G NR-U, TDD). This module has a 16+16 Tx/Rx array and enables up to 256 QAM SC (Single-carrier) with an integrated synthesizer to support a throughput of 10 Gbit/s.
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Fixed Attenuator
10 dB Surface-Mount Attenuator MMIC from DC to 50 GHz
Fixed Attenuator  from Marki Microwave

The ATN10-0050CSP1 from Marki Microwave is an Attenuator MMIC that operates from DC to 50 GHz. It can handle an input power of 1 W, provides an attenuation of 10 dB, and has an insertion loss of less than 10 dB. This GaAs MMIC is suitable for 5G, amplitude matching, test equipment, high channel count systems, and airborne applications.
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Directional Coupler
20 W Directional Coupler from 6 to 40 GHz for 5G Applications
Directional Coupler  from MECA

The 750-20-23.000 from MECA is a directional coupler that operates from 6 to 40 GHz. It has a coupling value of 20 dB and can handle up to 20 W of input power. This coupler has an insertion loss of less than 1.3 dB and a directivity of more than 12 dB. It is available in a module with 2.40 mm female connectors and comes with a 36-month manufacturer warranty.
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RF Switch
8 GHz SP4T Switch for Massive MIMO 4G/5G Base Stations
RF Switch  from pSemi, A Murata Company

The PE42446 from pSemi is an SP4T Switch that operates from 10 MHz to 8 GHz. It provides more than 60 dB of isolation to prevent interference and maintain signal integrity and has a switching time of 250 ns. This switch integrates seamlessly into 4G and 5G base stations and massive MIMO architecture and provides digital pre-distortion (DPD) feedback loops and transmitter monitoring signal paths.
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Front End Module
5G-NR Low-Noise Diversity Receive Module from 3.3 to 4.2 GHz
Front End Module  from Skyworks Solutions

The SKY53761-11 from Skyworks is a 5G NR Diversity Receive Module that operates in the n77/78 bands from 3.3 to 4.2 GHz. It utilizes the latest advanced SOI process technologies to achieve exceptional high-bandwidth, low-noise figure (NF) LNA performance. This module has integrated multi-mode, variable gain LNA that works with all 5G chipsets.
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Frequency Synthesizer
High-Performance Microwave Frequency Synthesizer from 800 MHz to 12.8 GHz
Frequency Synthesizer  from Analog Devices

The ADF4368 from Analog Devices is a Microwave Frequency Synthesizer that can generate frequencies from 800 MHz to 12.8 GHz. This ultra-low jitter synthesizer is based on integer-N and fractional-N phase-locked loops (PLL) that integrate a voltage-controlled oscillator (VCO) to support frequency conversion applications.
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Front End Module
5G Antenna Module from 24.25 to 27.5 GHz with Built-in Front-End Module
Front End Module  from Doosan Corporation Electro-Materials

The DS-MV_26 from Doosan Corporation is a 5G Antenna Module that operates from 24.25 to 27.5 GHz. This dual polarized (horizontal/vertical) antenna module has an EIRP of 38 dBm and an azimuth/elevation beam scan range of ±60°. It provides 48 dB of gain in Tx mode and 42 dB of gain in Rx mode. The antenna module incorporates an RF front-end module with a 32-array antenna and beamforming IC.
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RF Cable Assembly
65 GHz Ganged SMPM Cable Assembly for 5G Applications
RF Cable Assembly  from Samtec

The Magnum RF™ GC86 from Samtec is a Ganged, Multi-Position SMPM Cable Assembly that operates up to 65 GHz. It has 0.086-inch low-loss flexible microwave/millimeter wave cables with a minimum bend radius of 8.9 mm. This cable assembly has a high-density, space-saving design with a single row of connectors and a push-on interface for quick installation.
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RF Connector
25 GHz mmWave Flex-to-Board PCB Headers for 5G Applications
RF Connector  from MOLEX

The 2188770062 from Molex are mmWave Flex-to-Board PCB Headers that have been designed to support frequency signals up to 25 GHz. They can handle a current of up to 1.0 A per contact and has a dielectric withstanding voltage of 250 V (AC). These board connectors can withstand up to 10 mating cycles and enable the high-speed transfer of RF signals while offering space savings and mechanical robustness.
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