1. Verify wireless performance
As the number of devices increases and frequency bands become more complex, verifying that users are receiving the performance they expect from the network becomes a top priority. This necessitates using test equipment to search for interference in the area and verify that these units comply with all relevant standards.
2. Maintain ultra-low latency
As 5G offers increased potential speeds, devices will need to respond much faster to maintain connectivity. Ensuring that devices and broadcast systems respond within 1 to 2 milliseconds is crucial for the smooth operation of this new technology.
3. Ensure a low packet loss rate
With the increasing demands for latency and speed, low packet loss systems are required. Testing is conducted to ensure that only one packet is lost out of 100 million packets, and this standard is crucial for smooth network operation.
4. Antenna Testing
Given the complexity of new broadcast signals, ensuring antenna compliance with specifications is crucial. This will include testing for direction of arrival (DoA), direction of departure (DoD), polarization, and testing under challenging conditions, such as under interference and for multipath applications.
5. Capacity Test
Given the anticipated increase in equipment and the need to deliver the performance required for users and critical security systems, ensuring the network's capacity to handle peak demand is crucial. Load testing, including with problematic users and faulty equipment, should be conducted before upgrading the new network to ensure smooth operation of the new deployment.
Keeping up with the latest technologies, completing tasks before deadlines, and getting to market quickly are critical priorities for any industry, and they are especially important for 5G. Having the right equipment—at the right time and in the right place—means projects can be completed quickly, on time, and within budget.
