Virtual Signalling Tester MX844030PC NR Software for 5G NR and RedCap Protocol Testing
Software-based 5G NR and RedCap protocol test solution that virtualizes the protocol stack on a general-purpose PC, with optional SDR RF interface.
- Standard
- 5G SA RedCap [RF-Interface]
- Frequency
- NR FR1 : 400 MHz – 6 GHz [RF-Interface]
- Number of maximum cells
- 2 (0.4-6 GHz)
Overview
The Anritsu MX844030PC Virtual Signalling Tester is a software-based protocol test solution. It virtualizes the protocol stack and replicates each protocol layer (RRC/NAS, PDCP, RLC, MAC, PHY) on a PC. Combined with an SDR unit, it allows protocol test environments to be built on a general-purpose PC without dedicated high-performance hardware.
Pre-silicon and post-silicon testing
The solution supports several interfaces: MAC and PHY Digital-IQ interfaces (non real-time) for pre-silicon testing on software simulation, EDA emulation or FPGA prototypes, and a real-time RF interface using the Anritsu MD8190A Universal RF Unit for post-silicon testing of chipsets and devices. The same test cases can be carried over from the pre-silicon to the post-silicon phase, supporting a shift-left approach to chipset development.
Test scenarios and analysis
Parameters and test procedures can be configured from sample scenarios verified on commercial devices. Report and log display functions support device verification and analysis, and the software is suited to rapid functional and regression testing. Test control uses the RTD GUI shared with the Radio Communication Test Station MT8000A.
RedCap support
RedCap (Reduced Capability) is a 5G specification aimed at IoT applications such as industrial sensors, surveillance cameras and wearable devices. The Virtual Signalling Tester supports protocol testing under RedCap conditions as defined in 3GPP Release 17 and later.
Key Features
- Virtualized protocol stack replicating each protocol layer on a PC
- RF interface (real-time) using the Anritsu SDR unit
- MAC and PHY Digital IQ interfaces (non real-time) for pre-silicon testing
- Sample scenarios verified on commercial devices
- IoT chipset and device testing
- Common RTD GUI (High class) shared with the MT8000A
- Test-case migration between pre-silicon and post-silicon phases
- Report/Log display functions for device verification and analysis
- Supports rapid functional testing and regression testing
- Supports 5G RedCap protocol testing per 3GPP Release 17 and later
Specifications
| Standard | 5G SA RedCap [RF-Interface] |
|---|---|
| Frequency | NR FR1 : 400 MHz – 6 GHz [RF-Interface] |
| Number of maximum cells | 2 (0.4-6 GHz) |
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Frequency range (TDD input)
MD8190A
|
0.4 GHz to 6 GHz
at TDD input
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|---|---|
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Frequency range (FDD input)
MD8190A
|
0.4 GHz to 2.7 GHz
at FDD input
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Maximum input level
MD8190A
|
+23 dBm (CW), 0 VDC (nom.) |
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Amplitude measurement setting range
MD8190A
|
–50 to +20 dBm |
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Amplitude measurement accuracy (TDD input)
MD8190A
|
±3 dB (nom.)
CW, 0.4 GHz ≤ set frequency ≤ 6 GHz, at TDD input, –50 dBm ≤ set level ≤ +20 dBm
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Amplitude measurement accuracy (FDD input)
MD8190A
|
±3 dB (nom.)
CW, 0.4 GHz ≤ set frequency ≤ 2.7 GHz, at FDD input, –50 dBm ≤ set level ≤ +20 dBm
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Maximum resolution bandwidth
MD8190A
|
100 MHz |
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Frequency setting range (TDD output)
MD8190A
|
0.4 GHz to 6 GHz
at TDD output
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|---|---|
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Frequency setting range (FDD output)
MD8190A
|
0.4 GHz to 2.7 GHz
at FDD output
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Level setting range (TDD output)
MD8190A
|
–60 to –5 dBm
at TDD output
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Level setting range (FDD output)
MD8190A
|
–60 to –15 dBm
at FDD output
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Level accuracy (TDD output)
MD8190A
|
±3 dB (nom.)
CW, 0.4 GHz ≤ set frequency ≤ 6 GHz, at TDD output, –60 dBm ≤ set level ≤ –5 dBm
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Level accuracy (FDD output)
MD8190A
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±3 dB (nom.)
CW, 0.4 GHz ≤ set frequency ≤ 2.7 GHz, at FDD output, –60 dBm ≤ set level ≤ –15 dBm
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Functions and features
MD8190A
|
Send and receive RF signals |
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Dimensions and mass
MD8190A
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255 (W) × 73.7 (H) × 346.9 (D) mm, ≤6 kg
excluding protrusions
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|---|---|
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Power connector
MD8190A
|
DC Power jack |
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DC power supply (AC adapter)
MD8190A
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18 VDC, ≤5.0 A
G0385A High power AC adapter; Reference: 90 W nominal max.
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DC power supply (external battery)
MD8190A
|
19 VDC, ≤3.78 A
Omni Mobile 25600 using external battery; Reference: 72 W nominal max.
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Operating temperature
MD8190A
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0°C to +40°C
No condensation
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Storage temperature
MD8190A
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–20°C to +70°C
No condensation
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EMC – Transmitted / Radiated emissions
MD8190A
|
EN 61326-1 (Class A) |
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EMC – Harmonic emissions
MD8190A
|
EN 61000-3-2 (Class A) |
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EMC – Immunity
MD8190A
|
EN 61326-1 (Table 2)
Static, electromagnetic field, fast transient/burst, surge, transmitted RF, power supply frequency EMI, voltage drop/brown-out
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Safety
MD8190A
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EN61010-1 (Pollution Degree 2) |
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Laser safety
MD8190A
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IEC 60825-1: 2014 Class 1; FDA 21CFR1040.10 and 1040.11
Excluding deviations resulting from compliance with [LASER Notice No.56] (2019-May-8)
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| Maker | DELL |
|---|---|
| Model name | OptiPlex XE4 Small Form Factor |
| OS | Ubuntu 20.04 LTS |
| CPU | Intel Core i7 12700 (AVX2 CPU) or better |
| Memory | ≥16 GB |
| Storage | 512 GB SSD or better |
| LAN |
1000Base-T port
Requires 1GNIC (ST1000SPEXD4) and 10GNIC (X520-10G-2S-X8-D) expansion
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| Supported interfaces |
MAC-IF for NR/RedCap; PHY-IF (Digital-IQ) for RedCap; RF-IF for RedCap
Requires separate RTD control PC and software license
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Applications
- Throughput testing and stress testing (performance testing)
- Network interoperability verification testing
- Terminal operation verification in quality control departments
- Shipping inspection and security testing
- Pre-silicon chipset protocol testing
- Post-silicon chipset integration and regression testing
- IoT device and communication module protocol testing
- 5G RedCap device development
Options & Accessories
| Option | Description |
|---|---|
| MX844030PC-PL001 | PHY-IF For NR RedCap — Permanent license |
| MX844030PC-PL011 | MAC-IF For NR RedCap — Permanent license |
| MX844030PC-PL012 | MAC-IF For NR — Permanent license |
| MX844030PC-TL001 | PHY-IF For NR RedCap (3 months) — Term license; does not include support, separate support license required |
| MX844030PC-TL011 | MAC-IF For NR RedCap (3 months) — Term license; does not include support, separate support license required |
| MX844030PC-TL012 | MAC-IF For NR (3 months) — Term license; does not include support, separate support license required |
| MX800050A-SS060 | Virtual Signalling Tester NR Software — Support service |
| MX800050A-SS062 | MAC-IF For NR Virtual ST-D Support Service (3 months) |
| MX800050A-SS160 | PHY-IF For NR RedCap Virtual ST-D Support Service (Per Year) |
| MX800050A-SS161 | MAC-IF For NR RedCap Virtual ST-D Support Service (Per Year) |
| MX800050A-SS162 | MAC-IF For NR Virtual ST-D Support Service (Per Year) |
| MD8190A | Universal RF Unit — Required for RF-IF for RedCap configuration |
| MD8190A-001 | 0.4-6GHz TRX RF Unit |
| MX819020A | Virtual Signalling Tester RF Platform |
| MX819020A-020 | RF Interface For NR RedCap |
| MX844030PC-AK001 | Standard PC for Virtual Signalling Tester (OptiPlex PC XE4) |
| Z1320G | Standard PC for RTD (with monitor) |
| MT8000A-AK003 | IP Test Server PC |
| Z1591A | USB Dongle (Protocol) |
| J1440A | LAN Cable |
| G0408A | 10 Gig Ethernet SR 850nm SFP+ |
| J1581A | Optical cable MM LC/PC to LC/PC 3 meter |