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Date: 7 Dec, 2023
 
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MediaTek Introduces New Modem IP and Chipset for 5G RedCap Applications

MediaTek

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Viettel Deploys 5G Open RAN gNodeB Equipment Powered by Qualcomm's 5G RAN Platform

Qualcomm

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3GPP to Officially Begin Development of the 6G Specification

3GPP

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Boingo Launches High-Speed 5G and Wi-Fi 6 at Grand Central Madison

Boingo Wireless

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Ericsson Predicts Surge in 5G Adoption: 1.6 Billion Global Subscriptions Expected by End of 2023

Ericsson

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Samsung Tapes Out 5G Networking SoC Design Using Cadence Quantus Extraction and Tempus Timing Solution

Cadence Design Systems

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Alifecom Elevates 5G Network Emulation with an Upgrade to its Cutting-edge mmWave Test Solution

Alifecom Technology

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IDTechEx Releases New Research Report Offering Valuable Perspectives and Commercial Outlooks for 6G

IDTechEx

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Keysight and MediaTek Complete 5G NR/RedCap Interoperability Test based on 3GPP Release 17 Standard

Keysight Technologies

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AI Innovations in Open RAN mMIMO Will Help Bridge the Performance Gap with Traditional RAN mMIMO

ABI Research

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5G White Papers & Articles
Transparent Connections for 5G and WiGig Testing - Signal Microwave
What is the role of millimeter waves in the success of 5G? - Farran
Update on 5G Non-Terrestrial Networks - 5G Americas
Throughput of a 5G-NR FD-MIMO System in an Urban Area Using Custom Beamforming - Remcom
How to Select a 5G Module: Focus on Finding the Right Fit for Your Deployment - Quectel
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RF Amplifier
Top-Side Cooled RF Power Amplifier for 5G Infrastructure from 3300 to 3670 MHz
RF Amplifier  from NXP Semiconductors

The A5M34TG140-TC from NXP Semiconductors is a Doherty Power Amplifier Module that operates from 3300 to 3670 MHz. It is based on NXP's new top-side cooling technology that helps radio designers create thinner, lighter 5G radio units while reducing design and manufacturing complexities. This 8 W module series is designed for massive MIMO radios covering 3.3 GHz to 3.8 GHz — typically 32T32R (200 W) or 64T64R (320 W) radios.
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RF Switch
Non-reflective SP4T SOI Switch from 100 MHz to 45 GHz
RF Switch  from Analog Devices

The ADRF5048 from Analog Devices is a Non-reflective SP4T SOI Switch that operates from 100 MHz to 45 GHz. It provides an isolation of up to 41 dB, has a switching time of 20 ns and a rise/fall time of 4 ns. This switch can handle an RF input power of 30 dBm and has an insertion loss of less than 4 dB. It is manufactured using a silicon-on-insulator (SOI) process and has CMOS/low-voltage transistor-to-transistor logic (LVTTL) compatible controls and enable & logic select controls.
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Front End Module
Multi-band Front-End Module for 4G/LTE and 5G NR Applications
Front End Module  from Skyworks Solutions

The SKY58109-51 from Skyworks is a Front-End Module for multi-band 4G/LTE and 5G NR applications. It consists of power amplifier (PA) blocks, low-noise amplifier (LNA) blocks, integrated bi-direction RF coupler with cascade support, and duplexers for LTE Bands 1, 3, 40, 32, 25, 66, 30, 7, 41, 34, 39.
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RF Switch
SP5T Absorptive Switch from 1 to 5 GHz for 4G/5G Base Stations
RF Switch  from iCana

The ICASS1050-5T from iCana is an SP5T Absorptive Switch that operates from 1 to 5 GHz covering major sub-6 GHz 3GPP bands. It has a switching time of less than 450 ns and provides an isolation of more than 65 dB (RFx-RFc and RFx-RFx). This switch can handle a CW input power of 33 dBm on selective port, 27 dBm on terminated port, and has an insertion loss of less than 0.7 dB.
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Low Noise Block
C-Band Low Noise Block and Switching Bandpass Filter for 5G Interference Applications
Low Noise Block  from Norsat

The 3000F-sBPF-4 from Norsat is a Low Noise Block (LNB) and Switching Bandpass Filter for C-band 5G interference applications. It converts input frequencies from 3.4 to 4.2 GHz to output frequencies from 950 to 1750 MHz and has an LO frequency of 5.15 GHz. This LNB provides a gain of 60 dB, has a noise temperature of 37 K, and a phase noise (SSB) of less than -95 dBc/Hz.
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Front End Module
10 Gbps 5G mmWave Antenna Module for Global Bands
Front End Module  from Qualcomm

The QTM565 from Qualcomm is a 5G mmWave Antenna Module that supports global frequency bands: 24-29.5 GHz and 37-43.5 GHz. It delivers peak download speeds of up to 10 Gbps and supports up to 1000 MHz of bandwidth. This module is based on Qualcomm’s 5G modem-RF systems (Snapdragon X75, Snapdragon X72) and supports 1st converged 5G sub-6 GHz and mmWave architecture, Qualcomm 5G PowerSave Gen 4 and Qualcomm SmartTransmit Gen 4 technology.
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FE170ST
R&S®FE170ST/SR: D-Band Excellence Redefined
Bridging the gap between high frequencies (110-170 GHz) and superior performance, the R&S®FE170ST/SR serves as the ultimate frontend solution. Its direct control and user-friendly operation ensure that your research remains advanced and efficient. Click here to learn more.
Wireless Chipset
5G NR/LTE Small Cell Radio Unit SoC
Wireless Chipset  from Picocom

The PC805 from Picocom is a Small Cell Radio Unit (RU) SoC that is designed for 5GNR/LTE O-RU RAN architectures. It supports 3GPP 5GNR releases 15 and 16, meets Open RAN (O-RAN) specifications, and supports Split 7.2x O-RAN Radio Unit (O-RU CAT-A) and Split 8 Remote Radio Heads (RRH or RRU) architectures.
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Cellular Module
Multi-band, 3GPP Rel-16 5G NR/LTE-FDD/LTE-TDD/HSPA+ Module
Cellular Module  from SIMCom

The SIM8260G-M2 from SIMCom is a Multi-band 5G NR/LTE-FDD/LTE-TDD/HSPA+ Module. It supports 3GPP Release-16 5G NSA/SA architectures with an uplink data rate of 3.47 Gbps (5G NSA) and a downlink data rate of 0.9 Gbps (5G SA). This module supports GNSS constellations. It has multiple integrated interfaces such as PCIe, USB 3.1, GPIO, etc.
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Cellular Module
5G Wireless Module for Home, Enterprise, and Manufacturing Applications
Cellular Module  from Fibocom

The FM190-GL from Fibocom is a 5G Wireless Module that is compliant with the 3GPP Release 17 standard. It delivers a downlink data rate of up to 6.18 Gbps and an uplink data rate of up to 900 Mbps. This module supports global 5G Sub-6, LTE FDD/TDD, UMTS & CDMA bands and has 4 antennas. It requires a DC supply of 3.8 V and can be controlled via USB 3.1/3.0/2.0, PCIe 4.0/3.0, UIM, and I2S interfaces.
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Antenna
5G Embedded IoT Antenna from 600 to 6000 MHz
Antenna  from Quectel

The YC0018CA from Quectel is a 5G Embedded IoT Antenna that operates from 600–960 MHz, 1427–1707 MHz, 1710–2170 MHz, 2300–2700 MHz, 3300–5000 MHz and 5100–6000 MHz. It can be used with other 5G antennas for MIMO (multiple input, multiple output) applications in which multiple antennas are used at both the source (transmitter) and the destination (receiver).
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Base Station Simulator
Multi-Band Vector Transceiver for 5G Sub-6 GHz/mmWave Frequencies
Base Station Simulator  from Keysight Technologies

The S9100A from Keysight is a 5G Multi-Band Vector Transceiver that operates from 380 MHz to 6 GHz (FR1) and 24.25 to 43.5 GHz (FR2). It is a streamlined, non-signaling measurement system that enables automated testing of 5G New Radio (5G-NR) infrastructure equipment at both the FR1 and millimeter wave FR2 frequencies.
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Receiver
Wideband Spectrum Monitoring Receiver from 8 kHz to 40 GHz
Receiver  from Rohde & Schwarz

The R&S®ESMW from Rohde & Schwarz is a Wideband Spectrum Monitoring Receiver that operates from 8 kHz to 40 GHz. It has a real-time bandwidth of up to 2 GHz for monitoring signals, has a panorama scan speed of up to 2.6 THz/s, and requires a minimum signal duration of only 75 ns for a 100 % probability of intercept (POI).
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Termination
1 W, 50-Ohm mmWave RF Termination from DC to 110 GHz
Termination  from Marki Microwave

The TF50-110M from Marki Microwave is an RF Termination that operates from DC to 110 GHz. It can handle an input power of up to 1 W and has a return loss of 20 dB over the entire band. This 50-ohm termination utilizes passive GaAs MMIC technology to enable the production of smaller constructions that replace larger form factor circuit board constructions.
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TCXO
TCXO from 10 to 50 MHz for 5G Small Cell Applications
TCXO  from Rakon

The RTH7050PA from Rakon is a Hybrid Temperature-Compensated Crystal Oscillator (TCXO) that operates from 10 to 50 MHz. It provides a regulated/standard CMOS output with an SSB phase noise of -144 dBc/Hz (at 100 Hz offset) and a frequency stability (versus temperature) of ±20 ppb. This TCXO uses Rakon’s proprietary Mercury+ ASIC technology with a built-in heating control system, enabling it to achieve high-frequency stability over an operating temperature range from -40°C to +95°C.
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RF Amplifier
Surface-Mount Low Noise Amplifier (LNA) from 17 to 31.5 GHz
RF Amplifier  from Altum RF

The ARF1201Q2 from Altum RF is a Low Noise Amplifier (LNA) that operates from 17 to 31.5 GHz. It provides a linear gain of 21 dB with a noise figure of 2.6 dB and has an output P1dB of 7 dBm. This LNA requires a DC supply of 3.3 V, draws 40 mA of bias current, and consumes 130 mW of power. It is internally matched to 50 ohms with ESD protection and has RF ports that are DC grounded.
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RF Amplifier
10 W GaN Power Amplifier from 23 to 27.5 GHz
RF Amplifier  from mmTron Inc

The TMC152 from mmTron is a GaN Power Amplifier that operates from 23 to 27.5 GHz. It delivers a saturated output power of 40 dBm (10 W) with a gain of 23 dB and has a noise figure of 7 dB. This amplifier is matched to 50-ohms and eliminates the need for RF port matching. It has bond pads and backside Au-based metallization compatible with ribbon and wedge bonding and high conductivity epoxy and eutectic die attach methods.
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RF Amplifier
2 W Amplifiers from 700 MHz to 6 GHz
RF Amplifier  from Fairview Microwave

The FMAMXXXX Series from Fairview Microwave are 5G Amplifiers that operate from 700 MHz to 6 GHz. They deliver an output power of 2 W with a gain of up to 50 dB and a noise figure of less than 3.2 dB. These amplifiers require a DC supply from 9 to 15 V and consume less than 1.5 A of current. They are available in modules (heatsink available on selected models) with SMA connectors and meet the MIL-STD-202 environmental test conditions for long-lasting ruggedness.
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RF Amplifier
Low Noise Amplifier MMIC from 500 to 5000 MHz with Bypass
RF Amplifier  from Mini Circuits

The TSS2-53LNB+ from Mini-Circuits is a Low Noise Amplifier MMIC that operates from 500 to 5000 MHz. It provides a gain of up to 21.7 dB with a noise figure of less than 1.3 dB and has an output P1dB of 19 dBm. This LNA is manufactured using E-pHEMT technology and offers a wide dynamic range over a broad frequency range.
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Feed Horn
Dual-Polarized Scalar Feed Horn Antenna from 24 to 43.5 GHz
Feed Horn  from ERAVANT

The SAF-2434431535-328-2F2F-R1-280-DP from ERAVANT is a Scalar Feed Horn Antenna that operates from 24 to 43.5 GHz. This dual-polarized antenna has a 3 dB E and H-plane beamwidth of 35° and provides a gain of 15 dBi. It covers several 5G FR2 bands from 24 to 43.5 GHz and has an integrated orthomode transducer (OMT) that provides high port isolation and a broad band scalar horn that provides low sidelobe levels.
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Antenna
Sub-6 GHz, Magnetic-Mount 5G-NR Omnidirectional Antenna
Antenna  from Maxtena

The MEA-5800-MM from Maxtena is a 5G-NR Magnetic-Mount Antenna that operates from 617 – 960 MHz, 1427 – 2690 MHz, 3300 – 5000 MHz and 5150 – 5925 MHz. This linearly-polarized antenna has an omnidirectional radiation pattern with an efficiency of up to 60% and a VSWR of less than 1.9:1. It can handle an input power of up to 35 W and provides a peak gain of 2.9 dBi.
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