GSM 11-10 Test Procedures

Selected Transmitter/Receiver Test Procedures from the GSM 11.
10-1 Specification
Test Procedure
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Selected Transmitter/Receiver Test Procedures from the GSM 11.10-1 Specification
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1. 2. Introduction........................................................................................................... 1-1 Transceiver............................................................................................................ 2-1
2.1 Spurious Emissions Tests ...................................................................................... 2-1
2.1.1 2.1.2 2.1.3 2.1.4 Equipment Setup ....................................................................................................... 2-1 Measure Spurious Emissions below the Tx Band Test Procedures.......................... 2-2 Measure Spurious Emissions inside the Tx Band Test Procedures.......................... 2-3 Measure Spurious Emissions above the Tx Band Test Procedures ......................... 2-3 Equipment Setup ....................................................................................................... 2-5 Test Procedures ........................................................................................................ 2-5
2.2
Mobile Station-in-Idle Mode Test ............................................................................ 2-4

2.2.1 2.2.2
3.
Transmitter ............................................................................................................ 3-1

3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 3.5 3.6 Phase Error and Frequency Error Test .................................................................. 3-1
3.1.1 3.1.2 3.2.1 3.2.2 3.3.1 3.3.2 3.4.1 3.4.2 3.5.1 3.5.2 3.6.1 3.6.2 3.6.3 3.6.4 3.6.5 Equipment Setup ....................................................................................................... 3-1 Test Procedures ........................................................................................................ 3-2 Equipment Setup ....................................................................................................... 3-2 Test Procedures ........................................................................................................ 3-3 Equipment Setup ....................................................................................................... 3-4 Test Procedures ........................................................................................................ 3-5 Equipment Setup ....................................................................................................... 3-5 Test Procedures ........................................................................................................ 3-6 Equipment Setup ....................................................................................................... 3-8 Test Procedures ........................................................................................................ 3-9 Equipment Setup ..................................................................................................... 3-11 Measure GSM Rx Band Noise While in GSM Tx Mode Test Procedures ............... 3-12 Measure DCS Rx Band Noise While in GSM Tx Mode Test Procedures ............... 3-13 Measure DCS Rx Band Noise While in DCS Tx Mode Test Procedures ................ 3-14 Measure GSM Rx Band Noise While in DCS Tx Mode Test Procedures ............... 3-14 Equipment Setup ..................................................................................................... 3-15 Test Procedures ...................................................................................................... 3-15
Output Power Test ................................................................................................. 3-2 Output Burst Timing Test ....................................................................................... 3-4 Output RF Spectrum Due to Modulation Test......................................................... 3-5 Output RF Spectrum Due to Switching Transient Test ........................................... 3-8 Receive Band Noise Tests ................................................................................... 3-11
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Intermodulation Attenuation Test ......................................................................... 3-15

3.7.1 3.7.2
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4.1 4.2 4.3 4.4 Reference Sensitivity Test...................................................................................... 4-1
4.1.1 4.1.2 4.2.1 4.2.2 4.3.1 4.3.2 4.4.1 4.4.2 Equipment Setup ....................................................................................................... 4-1 Test Procedures ........................................................................................................ 4-1 Equipment Setup ....................................................................................................... 4-3 Test Procedures ........................................................................................................ 4-3 Equipment Setup ....................................................................................................... 4-4 Test Procedures ........................................................................................................ 4-4 Equipment Setup ....................................................................................................... 4-5 Test Procedures ........................................................................................................ 4-6
Usable Receiver Input Level Range Test ............................................................... 4-3 Co-Channel Rejection Test .................................................................................... 4-4 Adjacent Channel Rejection Test: Speech Channels ............................................ 4-5
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4.5 4.6 4.7
Intermodulation Rejection Test: Speech Channels................................................. 4-7

4.5.1 4.5.2 4.6.1 4.6.2 4.7.1 4.7.2 4.7.3 4.7.4 Equipment Setup........................................................................................................4-7 Test Procedures.........................................................................................................4-8 Equipment Setup........................................................................................................4-8 Test Procedures.........................................................................................................4-9 Equipment Setup......................................................................................................4-11 Relative Accuracy of Rx Level Measurements on Different ARFCNs Test Procedures.......................................................................................................4-12 Relative Accuracy of Rx Level Measurements on a Single ARFCN Test Procedures.......................................................................................................4-14 Absolute Accuracy of Rx Level Measurements on Different ARFCNs Test Procedures.......................................................................................................4-17
Blocking and Spurious Response Test: Speech Channels..................................... 4-8 Received Signal Strength Measurement Tests .................................................... 4-11
Appendix A. Acronyms................................................................................................... A-i Appendix B. Glossary..................................................................................................... B-i Appendix C. Allocated Radio Frequency Channel Number ........................................ C-i Appendix D. Extreme Conditions .................................................................................. D-i Appendix E. Channel Numbers...................................................................................... E-i Appendix F. Propagation Conditions .............................................................................F-i Appendix G. Output Power. ........................................................................................... G-i
Figures
Figure 2-1. Figure 2-2. Figure 3-1. Figure 3-2. Figure 3-3. Figure 3-4. Figure 3-5. Figure 3-6. Figure 3-7. Figure 3-8. Figure 3-9. Figure 4-1. Figure 4-2. Figure 4-3. Figure 4-4. Figure 4-5. Figure 4-6. Conducted Spurious Emissions (Mobile Station Allocated a Channel) Test Block Diagram........ 2-1 Conducted Spurious Emissions (Mobile Station-in-Idle Mode) Test Block Diagram .................... 2-5 Frequency Error and Phase Error Test Block Diagram ................................................................ 3-1 Normal Duration of Tx Burst Time Mask ...................................................................................... 3-4 Transmitter Output Power Test Block Diagram ............................................................................ 3-5 Level Shifter Circuit Drawing ........................................................................................................ 3-6 Modulation Spectrum Gated Measurement............................................................................... 3-7 Spectrum Due to Switching Transients ...................................................................................... 3-10 Receive Band Noise Measurement Test Block Diagram ........................................................... 3-11 GSM Rx Band Measured Noise While in GSM Tx Mode ........................................................... 3-13 DCS Intermodulation Attenuation Measurement Test Block Diagram ....................................... 3-16 Reference Sensitivity Test Block Diagram ................................................................................... 4-1 Usable Receiver Input Range Test Block Diagram ...................................................................... 4-3 Co-Channel Rejection Test Block Diagram .................................................................................. 4-4 Intermodulation Rejection Test Block Diagram ............................................................................ 4-7 Blocking Test Block Diagram........................................................................................................ 4-9 Rx Level Reporting Test Block Diagram..................................................................................... 4-11
Tables
Table 2-1. Table 2-2. Table 2-3. Table 2-4. Table 2-5.
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Measurement Bandwidths for Spurious Emissions below the Tx Band......................................... 2-2 Spurious Emission Limits............................................................................................................... 2-3 Measurement Bandwidths for Spurious Emissions inside The Tx Band ....................................... 2-3 Measurement Bandwidths for Spurious Emissions above The Tx Band....................................... 2-4 Measurement Bandwidths for Spurious Emissions in Idle Mode................................................... 2-6
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Table 2-6. Spurious Emission Limits in Idle Mode........................................................................................... 2-6 Table 3-1. GSM and DCS Power Levels ......................................................................................................... 3-3 Table 3-2. Modulation Spectrum Limits ........................................................................................................... 3-6 Table 3-3. GSM Wide-Band Modulation Spectrum Limits............................................................................... 3-8 Table 3-4. DCS Wide-Band Modulation Spectrum Limits ............................................................................... 3-8 Table 3-5. GSM900 Spectrum Due to Switching Transients ........................................................................... 3-9 Table 3-6. DCS1800 Spectrum Due to Switching Transients........................................................................ 3-10 Table 3-7. Limits For Noise in Rx Bands ....................................................................................................... 3-12 Table 4-1. Limits For GSM Sensitivity ............................................................................................................. 4-2 Table 4-2. Limits For DCS Sensitivity.............................................................................................................. 4-2 Table 4-3. Limits For Usable Receiver Input Level.......................................................................................... 4-4 Table 4-4. Limits For Co-Channel Performance.............................................................................................. 4-5 Table 4-5. Limits For Adjacent Channel Performance .................................................................................... 4-7 Table 4-6. Limits For Intermodulation Performance ........................................................................................ 4-8 Table 4-7. Blocking Interferer Frequency and Amplitude, Part I.................................................................... 4-10 Table 4-8. Blocking Interferer Frequency and Amplitude, Part II................................................................... 4-10 Table 4-9. Allowable BER Measurement Exception...................................................................................... 4-11 Table 4-10. Limits for GSM and DCS Relative Rx Level Performance ......................................................... 4-12 Table 4-11. Limits For Both Bands Relative Rx Level Performance ............................................................. 4-14 Table 4-12. Limits For Relative Rx Level Performance on a Single ARFCN (Window 1) (RXLEV = 1 to 21) .................................................................................................................................. 4-14 Table 4-13. Limits For Relative Rx Level Performance on a Single ARFCN (Window 2) (RXLEV = 11 to 31) ................................................................................................................................. 4-15 Table 4-14. Limits For Relative Rx Level Performance on a Single ARFCN (Window 3) (RXLEV = 21 to 41) ................................................................................................................................. 4-16 Table 4-15. Limits For Relative Rx Level Performance on a Single ARFCN (Window 4) (RXLEV = 31 to 51) (1 of 2)..................................................................................................................... 4-16 Table 4-16. Limits For Relative Rx Level Performance on a Single ARFCN (Window 5) (RXLEV = 41 to 61) ................................................................................................................................. 4-17 Table 4-17. Limits For Absolute Rx Level Performance................................................................................ 4-18 Table C-1. ARFCN Selection Criteria ...............................................................................................................C-i Table D-1. Temperature and Voltage Test Conditions .....................................................................................D-i Table E-1. Relationship between MS Channel Numbers and Carrier Frequencies .........................................E-i Table F-1. Typical Profile Conventions............................................................................................................. F-i Table F-2. ARFCN Range Test Profiles ........................................................................................................... F-i Table G-1. MS Maximum Output Power and Lowest Control Level ................................................................ G-i Table G-2. GSM900 Nominal Output Power and Tolerance Conditions ......................................................... G-i Table G-3. GSM Nominal Output Power and Tolerance Conditions ...............................................................G-ii Table G-4. PCS1900 Nominal Output Power and Tolerance Conditions ........................................................G-ii
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Introduction
1. Introduction
The purpose of this document is to describe the equipment setups and test procedures used to perform selected transceiver, transmitter, and receiver tests in compliance with the Global System for Mobile communications (GSM) 11.10-1 specification. This document is intended to describe a subset of RF tests needed to establish an acceptable level of performance for a dual-band radio to prepare for Type Approval (TA) testing. The tests described in this document are not a complete list of tests to achieve TA certification. This document includes tests applicable to both GSM900 and Digital Cellular System (DCS)1800 specifications.
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2. Transceiver
This section describes the latest equipment requirements and test procedures for the following GSM radio transceiver tests: Spurious Emissions Tests Measurement of Spurious Emissions below the Tx Band, see Section 2.1.2. Measurement of Spurious Emissions inside the Tx Band, see Section 2.1.3. Measurement of Spurious Emissions above the Tx Band, see Section 2.1.4. Mobile Station-in-Idle Mode Test, see Section 2.2.
2.1
Spurious Emissions Tests

The purpose of these tests is to verify that no spurious signals are emitted by the radio that may disrupt the normal operation, or be harmful to other electronic devices. When the Mobile Station (MS) has been allocated a channel, conducted spurious emissions are spurs present at the antenna connector at frequencies other than the carrier and sidebands associated with normal modulation.
Refer to GSM 11.10-1, section 12.1. 2.1.1 Equipment Setup

The setup for the Hewlett Packard (HP)8922M Test Set and other equipment required for this test is shown in Figure 2-1. Measurements are made in the 100 kHz to 12.75 GHz frequency range.
Device Under Test (DUT)
Directional Coupler/ Splitter
3 dB pad
50 W
HP8922M GSM /DCS Test Set
Spectrum Analyzer
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Figure 2-1. Conducted Spurious Emissions (Mobile Station Allocated a Channel) Test Block Diagram The Device Under Test (DUT) antenna connector is connected to the test set through the directional coupler. The coupler must have at least a 10 dB coupling factor and an upper limit of at least 2 GHz. For frequencies above the coupler limit, a power splitter can be used. The coupler forward path output is connected to a spectrum analyzer. Spurious emissions are monitored through the following two devices: A 3 dB pad with an attenuation of 3 dB or greater. Used to provide an acceptable match for the coupler. A filter. Used to reject the carrier signal level. This increases the spectrum analyzer dynamic range.
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This test is performed at one channel midway in the Absolute Radio Frequency Channel Number (ARFCN) range in each band, see Appendix C, at temperature and supply voltage extremes, see Appendix D. Spurious emission measurements consist of three measurements, which are described below: Measurement of spurs below the relevant TX band. Measurement of spurs inside the relevant TX band. Measurement of spurs above the relevant TX band.
2.1.2
Measure Spurious Emissions below the Tx Band Test Procedures

For spurious measurements below the Tx band, a directional coupler is used as shown in Figure 2-1. For a spectrum analyzer with 80 dB of dynamic range, a low pass filter may also be needed to improve the measurement noise floor. The low pass filter should be able to pass frequencies from 100 kHz up to the low side of the transmit band edge for both GSM and DCS. The rejection at the transmit frequency, that is, GSM = 902.4 MHz, DCS = 1747.6 MHz, should be at least 10 dB. 1. Calibrate the path loss from the DUT antenna connection to the input of the spectrum analyzer at the frequencies of interest according to Table 2-1. 2. Calibrate the path loss from the DUT antenna port connection to the HP8922M input. 3. Compensate for this loss by entering an offset in the HP8922M configuration screen. 4. Add this loss as a negative number. 5. Initiate a call using the HP8922M. 6. Set the channel to 62, that is, GSM = 902.4 MHz, or channel 699, that is, DCS = 1747.6 MHz. 7. Set the HP8922M to power level 5 for GSM, or power level 0 for DCS. 8. Set the spectrum analyzer resolution and video bandwidths (BWs) according to the frequency ranges specified in Table 2-1. 9. Using the spectrum analyzer MAX HOLD function, step through the defined frequency ranges in Table 2-1. 10. Search for any peaks at or above Table 2-2 limits. Table 2-1. Measurement Bandwidths for Spurious Emissions below the Tx Band
Frequency Ranges Offset From Edge of Relevant Tx Band Resolution Bandwidth 10 kHz 100 kHz 0 to 10 MHz 10 MHz 20 MHz 30 MHz 100 kHz 300 kHz 1 MHz 3 MHz Video Bandwidth 30 kHz 300 kHz 300 kHz 1 MHz 3 MHz 3 MHz
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100 kHz to 50 MHz 50 to 500 MHz GSM: 500 MHz to 880 MHz DCS: 500 MHz to 1710 MHz (excludes 925 to 960 MHz)
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Table 2-2. Spurious Emission Limits

Frequency Range 100 kHz to 1 GHz 1 GHz to 1710 MHz 1710 MHz to 1785 MHz 1785 MHz to 12.75 GHz
Limit Level (dBm) GSM900 36 30 30 30 DCS1800 36 30 36 30
2.1.3
Measure Spurious Emissions inside the Tx Band Test Procedures

For spurious measurements in the Tx band, a directional coupler is used as shown in Table 2-1. When using a spectrum analyzer with 80 dB of dynamic range, a notch filter may also be needed to improve the noise floor of the measurement. The notch filter should have at least 10 dB of rejection at the carrier frequency and should be narrow enough so that the signal level at 1.8 MHz away from the carrier is not substantially attenuated. 1. Calibrate the path loss from the DUT antenna connection to the input of the spectrum analyzer at the frequencies of interest according to Table 2-3. 2. Calibrate the path loss from the antenna port connection of the DUT to the input of the HP8922M. 3. Compensate for this loss by entering an offset in the HP8922M configuration screen. 4. Add this loss as a negative number. 5. Initiate a call using the HP8922M. 6. Set the channel to 62, that is, GSM = 902.4 MHz, or channel 699, that is, DCS = 1747.6 MHz. 7. Set the HP8922M to power level 5 for GSM or power level 0 for DCS. 8. Set the spectrum analyzer resolution and video BWs according to the frequency ranges specified in Table 2-3. 9. Using the spectrum analyzer MAX HOLD function, step through the defined frequency ranges in Table 2-3. 10. Search for any peaks at or above Table 2-2 limits. Table 2-3. Measurement Bandwidths for Spurious Emissions inside The Tx Band
Frequency Range GSM DCS 880 to 915 MHz 1710 MHz to 1785 MHz Offset From Edge of Relevant Tx Band 1.8 to 6.0 MHz >6.0 MHz (offset from carrier) 1.8 to 6.0 MHz >6.0 MHz (offset from carrier) Resolution Bandwidth 30 kHz 100 kHz 30 kHz 100 kHz Video Bandwidth 100 kHz 300 kHz 100 kHz 300 kHz
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2.1.4
Measure Spurious Emissions above the Tx Band Test Procedures

For spurious measurements above the Tx band, a directional coupler is used as shown in Figure 2-1. When using a spectrum analyzer with 80 dB of dynamic range, a high
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pass filter may also be needed to improve the noise floor of the measurement. The high pass filter should be able to pass frequencies from the high side of the transmit band edge to 12.75 GHz. The rejection at the transmit frequency, that is, GSM = 902.4 MHz, DCS = 1747.6 MHz, should be at least 10 dB. Note: The frequency ranges of 925 MHz and 1805 MHz to 1880 MHz are excluded in this test. These ranges are tested in the procedures described in Section 3 of this document.
The following test procedures apply: 1. Calibrate the path loss from the DUT antenna connection to the spectrum analyzer input at the frequencies of interest according to Table 2-4. 2. Calibrate the path loss from the antenna port connection of the DUT to the input of the HP8922M. 3. Compensate for this loss by entering an offset in the HP8922M configuration screen. 4. Add this loss should as a negative number. 5. Initiate a call using the HP8922M. 6. Set the channel to 62, that is, GSM = 902.4 MHz, or channel 699, that is, DCS = 1747.6 MHz. 7. Set the HP8922M to power level 5 for GSM or power level 0 for DCS. 8. Set the spectrum analyzer resolution and video BWs according to the frequency ranges specified in Table 2-4. 9. If the maximum frequency of operation for the coupler is less than 12.75 GHz, a splitter should be used. 10. Re-calibrate the system at this point. 11. Using the MAX HOLD function on the spectrum analyzer, step through the defined frequency ranges in Table 2-4. 12. Search for any peaks at or above the specifications in Table 2-2.
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Table 2-4. Measurement Bandwidths for Spurious Emissions above The Tx Band
Frequency Range GSM DCS 960 MHz to 12.75 GHz (exclude 1805 to 1880 MHz) 1880 MHz to 12.75 GHz Resolution Bandwidth (MHz) 3 3 Video Bandwidth (MHz) 3 3
2.2
Mobile Station-in-Idle Mode Test

This test verifies that no spurious signals are emitted by the radio that may disrupt the normal operation, or be harmful to other electronic devices. Conducted spurious emissions are any emissions from the antenna port connection when the MS is in the idle mode.
Refer to GSM 11.10-1, section 12.1.
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2.2.1
Equipment Setup
The Hewlett Packard HP8922M GSM/DCS Test Set and other equipment required for this test are setup as shown in Figure 2-2. This test is performed on one channel in each band, and at temperature and supply voltage extremes.
Directional Coupler/ Splitter
Coupled Port 50 W Spectrum Analyzer HP8922M GSM /DCS Test Set
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Figure 2-2. Conducted Spurious Emissions (Mobile Station-in-Idle Mode) Test Block Diagram For measurements in the frequency range of 100 kHz to 2000 MHz, use the directional coupler. For measurements above 2000 MHz, use the power splitter because of coupler BW limitations.
2.2.2
Test Procedures
Measurements are made in the frequency range of 100 kHz to 12.75 GHz. The MS must be in its Mobility Management (MM) state, i.e., idle, updated. Frequency measurement time should include the time during which the MS receives a Time Division Multiple Access (TDMA) frame containing the paging channel. The following test procedures apply: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Calibrate the path loss from the DUT antenna connection to the spectrum analyzer. Calibrate the path loss from the DUT antenna port connection to the HP8922M input. Compensate for the loss by entering an offset in the HP8922M configuration screen. The loss should be added as a negative number. Set the spectrum analyzer filter BW for the different frequency ranges according to Table 2-5. Record measurements while the phone has acquired service, but not in a call. The Broadcast Control Channel (BCCH) allocation table should be empty or contain only the serving cell to prevent the radio from scanning.
Note: 7. 8.
While using the spectrum analyzer MAX HOLD function, step through the defined frequency bands in Table 2-5. Search for any peaks greater than or equal to the specifications in Table 2-6.
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Table 2-5. Measurement Bandwidths for Spurious Emissions in Idle Mode

Frequency Range 100 kHz to 50 MHz 50 MHz to 12.75 GHz Resolution Bandwidth (kHz) 10 100 Video Bandwidth (kHz) 30 300
Table 2-6. Spurious Emission Limits in Idle Mode

Frequency Range 100 kHz to 880 MHz 880 MHz to 915 MHz 915 MHz to 1000 MHz Limit Level (dBm) 57 59 57 Frequency Range 1000 MHz to 1710 MHz 1710 MHz to 1785 MHz 1785 MHz to 12.75 GHz
Limit Level (dBm) 47 53 47
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This section describes equipment requirements and test procedures for the following radio transmitter tests to ensure compliance with all relevant GSM requirements: Phase Error and Frequency Error Tests, see Section 3.1 Output Power Test, see Section 3.2 Output Burst Timing Test, see Section 3.3 Output RF Spectrum Due to Modulation Test, see Section 3.4 Output RF Spectrum Due to Switching Transient Test, see Section 3.5 Receive Band Noise Tests Measure Noise in the GSM Rx Band While in GSM Tx Mode Test, see Section 3.6.2 Measure Noise in the DCS Rx Band While in GSM Tx Mode Test, see Section 3.6.3 Measure Noise in the DCS Rx Band While in DCS Tx Mode Test, see Section 3.6.4 Measure Noise in the GSM Rx Band While in DCS Tx Mode Test, see Section 3.6.5 Intermodulation Attenuation Test, see Section 3.7
3.1
Phase Error and Frequency Error Test

The purpose of this test follows: To verify that the radio transmit frequency is within 0.1 parts per million (ppm) of the base station frequency To verify that the phase trajectory of the uplink data is acceptable to maintain a phone call
The following parameters are measured on the transmitted signal: Root mean square (RMS) Frequency error Peak phase error
Refer to GSM 11.10-1, section 13.1 3.1.1 Equipment Setup

The DUT antenna port connector is connected to the HP8922M Test Set as shown in Figure 3-1.
Device Under Test (DUT) HP8922M GSM /DCS Test Set 101452A 2-3_010501
Figure 3-1. Frequency Error and Phase Error Test Block Diagram
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Type Approval requires that frequency errors be tested under multipath conditions. However, this document does not address tests under multipath conditions. Therefore, this test is performed: On three channels in both bands At temperature At supply voltage extremes During vibration
3.1.2
Test Procedures
The following test procedures apply: 1. 2. 3. 4. Initiate a call using the H8922M on a channel in the low-ARFCN range, see Appendix C. Select the PHASE FRQ option on the Cell Status Screen. Select Multi-burst ON. Enter 20, for burst wanted. This averages the phase and frequency error over 20 bursts. The MS carrier frequency must be accurate to within 0.1 ppm, that is, within 89 Hz for the GSM lowest channel, within 171 Hz for the DCS lowest channel. The RMS phase error for each burst must not be greater than 5 degrees. The maximum peak deviation during the useful part of each burst must not be greater than 20 degrees.
Note: Note:
5.
Repeat these measurements for a channel in the mid- and high-ARFCN range, see Appendix C, as well as at temperature and supply voltage extremes, see Appendix D, and during vibration.
3.2
Output Power Test

This test verifies that the radio output power is at an acceptable level to maintain a phone call. The transmitter output power is the average value of the power delivered to the antenna over the useful part of the burst.

The DUT antenna port connector is connected to the HP8922M Test Set as shown in Figure 3-1. Power readings are made with the HP8922 Test Set. Note: It is important that the HP8922M is properly calibrated for output power. The HP8922M is normally accurate to within 0.2 dB. The output power is indicated on the cell status screen of the HP8922M under Peak Power. The power levels can be adjusted by changing the TX Level on the same screen.
This test is performed at three channels in both bands, and at temperature and supply voltage extremes.
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Test Procedures
The following test procedures apply: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Calibrate the path loss in the path from the DUT antenna port connection to the input of the HP8922M, which should include any path loss. Compensate for the loss by entering an offset in the HP8922M configuration screen. Add this loss as a negative number. Initiate a call using the H8922M on a channel in the low-ARFCN range. When a call has been successfully made, enter the Channel and TX Level on the HP8922M cell status screen. The measured output power for different control levels should be within the limits specified in Table 3-1 for GSM and DCS.
Note: 6.
Repeat these measurements for a channel in the mid and high-ARFCN range, and at temperature and supply voltage extremes.
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Table 3-1. GSM and DCS Power Levels

GSM Power Levels Power Control Level 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 Output Power (dBm) 33 31 29 27 25 23 21 19 17 15 13 11 9 7 5 Tolerance Normal (dB) 2 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 5 5 5 5 Tolerance Extreme (dB) 2.5 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 6.0 6.0 6.0 6.0 Power Control Level 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
DCS Power Levels Output Power (dBm) 30 28 26 24 22 20 18 16 14 12 10 8 6 4 2 0 Tolerance Normal (dB) 2 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 4 4 4 4 4 5 5 Tolerance Extreme (dB) 2.5 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0 6.0 6.0
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Output Burst Timing Test

This test verifies that the radio transmitter remains within its allowed time slot so that it does not disrupt another user who may be on an adjacent time slot. Transmit burst timing is the envelope of the transmitted RF power with respect to time.

The DUT antenna port connector is connected to the HP8922M Test Set. Test setup is shown in Figure 3-1. The measurement results are made with the HP8922M Test Set. The power versus time trajectory must fit within the template defined in GSM 05.05, see Figure 3-2. This test is performed at three channels in each band, and at temperature and supply voltage extremes.
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F o r G S M 9 0 0 : -5 9 d B c o r -5 4 d B m , w h ic h e ve r is h ig h e r, e xc e p t fo r th e tim e s lo t p re c e d in g th e a c tive s lo t, fo r w h ic h th e v a lu e is -3 6 d B m . F o r D C S 1 8 0 0 : -4 8 d B c o r -4 8 d B m , w h ic h e v e r is h ig h e r. F o r G S M 9 0 0 : -4 d B c fo r p o w e r c o n tro l le v e l 1 6 , -2 d B c fo r p o w e r c o n tro l le ve l 1 7 , -1 d B c fo r p o w e r c o n tro l le v e l 1 8 a n d 1 9 . F o r G S M 9 0 0 : -3 0 d B c o r -1 7 d B m , w h ic h e ve r is h ig h e r. 1 0 1 4 5 2 A 3 -1 _ 0 1 0 5 0 1
Figure 3-2. Normal Duration of Tx Burst Time Mask
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3.3.2
Test Procedures
The following test procedures apply: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Calculate the HP8922M calibration factor, which should include any path loss from the DUT antenna port connection to the HP8922M input. Compensate for this loss by entering an offset in the HP8922M configuration screen. Add the loss as a negative number. Initiate a call using the H8922M on a channel in the low-ARFCN range. When a call is successful, select PWR RAMP on the HP8922M cell status screen. Select Rise Edge or Fall Edge under View to view the top 40 dB portion of the burst, Look for signal variations outside of the time mask template. Select Pulse Rise or Pulse Fall on the same screen under View to view the lower portion of the ramp. Look for signal variations outside of the time mask template. Repeat this test for all power levels, three channels, and at temperature and supply voltage extremes.
3.4
Output RF Spectrum Due to Modulation Test

This test verifies that the radio transmitter remains within its allowed BW so that it does not disrupt another user who may be within nine channels. The output radio frequency (RF) spectrum due to modulation is the relationship between the frequency offset from the carrier and the power, measured in a specified bandwidth and time, produced by the MS due to the effects of modulation. This test is performed on three channels, and at temperature and supply voltage extremes.

The Hewlett Packard HP8922M Test Set and other equipment required for this test are setup as shown in Figure 3-3. A schematic diagram of the Level Shifter, located between the DUT and the spectrum analyzer, is shown in Figure 3-4.
TX_EN2 Device Under Test (DUT) HP8922M GSM /DCS Test Set
Directional Coupler
Level Shifter 50 External Trigger Spectrum Analyzer 101452A 3-3_010501 Coupled Port
Figure 3-3. Transmitter Output Power Test Block Diagram
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V Supply V10 k National Sem iconductor LM 6182IN + N/C TX_EN0 101452A 3-4_010501 V+
2 k
External Trigger
Figure 3-4. Level Shifter Circuit Drawing
3.4.2
Test Procedures
The following test procedures apply: Setup a call on a channel in the mid-ARFCN range using the HP8922M Test Set. Gate the spectrum analyzer so that at least 40 of bits 87 to 132 are within the gate. This excludes the midamble bits and burst ramping. 3. Set the gate delay to 450 sec, which is the delay from TX_EN2 to bit 92 of the burst, to gate the analyzer. 4. Set the gate duration to 150 sec, which is approximately 40 bits. 5. Set the MS to maximum power level. 6. Set the center frequency to the center frequency of the channel to be measured. 7. Set the resolution and video BWs to 30 kHz, with a video average of 50 bursts. 8. Set the analyzer to zero span. 9. Measure the carrier frequency power at 30 kHz increments on either side of the carrier up to 1800 kHz. 10. Record all measurements. 11. Repeat these tests for channels in the low- and high-ARFCN ranges. Note: Perform these tests at temperature and extreme voltages at the mid-ARFCN only. The GSM and DCS modulation spectrum limits for offsets up to 1800 kHz are specified in Table 3-2. A plot of the modulation spectrum, with the limits superimposed, is shown in Figure 3-5.
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Note:
Table 3-2. Modulation Spectrum Limits

Frequency Offset (kHz) 100 200 250 400 600 to < 1800
Relative Power (dBc) + 0.5 30 33 60 60
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12. Set the Resolution BW and Video BW to 100 kHz for the frequency range from 1800 kHz, offset from the carrier, to the edge of the relevant transmit band. 13. Increase the span to cover the offset frequency up to the edge of the transmit band. 14. Measure the power level at 200 kHz steps over 50 bursts. Note: Frequency range limits are specified in Table 3-3 for GSM and Table 3-4 for DCS.
15. Set the Resolution BW and Video BW to 100 kHz for the frequency range from the edge of the relevant transmit band to 2 MHz on either side of the transmit band. 16. Measure the power level at steps of 200 kHz over 50 bursts. Note: Frequency range limits are specified in Table 3-3 for GSM and Table 3-4 for DCS. The wide-band modulation spectrum limits are subject to absolute minimum levels of 46 dBm for GSM and 51 dBm for DCS 1800.
Note:
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Figure 3-5. Modulation Spectrum Gated Measurement
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Note:
Up to 3 exceptions are allowed in the range from 600 kHz to 6 MHz offset. For these exceptions, a level of up to 36 dBm is permitted. Each exception is allowed to cover a 200 kHz bandwidth centered at an integer multiple of 200 kHz.
17. Set the MS to the minimum power level. 18. Set the center frequency to the center frequency of the channel to be measured. 19. Set the Resolution BW and Video BW to 30 kHz with a video average of 50 bursts. 20. Set the analyzer to zero span. 21. Measure the power at the carrier frequency. 22. Record measurements at 100 kHz, 200 kHz, 250 kHz, and every n*200 kHz where n = 2, 3, 8 frequency offsets from the carrier. The modulation spectrum limits are specified in Table 3-3. Table 3-3. GSM Wide-Band Modulation Spectrum Limits
Frequency Offset (kHz) 1800 to <3000 3000 to < 6000 6000 Relative Power (dBc) 63 65 71
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Table 3-4. DCS Wide-Band Modulation Spectrum Limits

Frequency Offset (kHz) Power Level (dBm) 30 28 26 24 1800 to <6000 65 63 61 59 6000 77 75 73 71
3.5
Output RF Spectrum Due to Switching Transient Test

This test verifies that the radio transmitter remains within its allowed BW so that it does not disrupt another user who may be within nine channels. The output RF spectrum due to switching transients is the relationship between the frequency offset from the carrier and the power, measured in a specified BW and time, produced by the MS due to the effects of power ramping. This effect is sometimes referred to as spectral splatter.
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The Hewlett Packard HP8922M Test Set and other equipment required for this test are setup as shown in Figure 2-2.
3.5.2
Test Procedures
The following test procedures apply: 1. Setup a call on a channel in the mid-ARFCN range using the HP8922M Test Set. The spectrum analyzer needs no gating.
Note: 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.
Set Span to 4 MHz. Set resolution BW to 30 kHz and video BW of 100 kHz. Set the trace to max hold. Set the MS to its maximum power level. Allow a sufficient measurement period to measure at least 10 bursts. Measure the peak power at the following offsets from the carrier: 400, 600, 1200, and 1800 kHz. 8. Repeat the measurement at power control levels 7 and 11. 9. Repeat this test sequence for channels in the low- and high-ARFCN ranges. 10. Ensure that the measurement is made only at power level 11. The limits for the switching transients are listed in Table 3-5 for GSM900 and Table 3-5 for DCS1800. A plot of the modulation spectrum due to switching transients, with the limits superimposed, is shown in Figure 3-6.
Table 3-5. GSM900 Spectrum Due to Switching Transients

Maximum Allowed Level, GSM (dBm) Power (dBm) 33 31 29 27 25 23 21 @ 400 kHz 19 21 23 23 23 23 23 @ 600 kHz 21 23 25 26 26 26 26 @ 1200 kHz 21 23 25 27 29 31 32
@ 1800 kHz 24 26 28 30 32 34 36
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Table 3-6. DCS1800 Spectrum Due to Switching Transients

Maximum Allowed Level, DCS (dBm) Power (dBm)
30 28 26 24 22 20
10
@ 400 kHz
22 23 23 23 23 23
@ 600 kHz
24 25 26 26 26 26
@ 1200 kHz
24 26 28 30 31 32
@ 1800 kHz
27 29 31 33 35 36
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Figure 3-6. Spectrum Due to Switching Transients
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3.6
Receive Band Noise Tests

This test verifies that the radio transmitter is not creating any substantial noise in the GSM or DCS receive bands that may disrupt other system users. This test is only performed at the mid-ARFCN at maximum power in both bands. Receive band noise measurement is performed to test for transmit power in both the GSM and DCS receive frequency bands.

The Hewlett Packard HP8922M GSM/DCS Test Set and other equipment required for this test are setup as shown in Figure 3-7. The bandpass filter is used to attenuate the transmit carrier frequency to increase the dynamic range of the measurement. The filter should have a minimum rejection of 30 dB at the transmit frequency and a BW equal to the receive band under test. The circulator is used to present a good 50 load to the DUT both at the carrier frequency and in the receive band. A Low Noise Amplifier (LNA) may be placed between the BW filter and the spectrum analyzer to increase the noise above the spectrum analyzer noise floor. The LNA should have a noise figure of less than 5 dB and a gain greater than 15 dB. Caution: The specification limit of - 79 dBm must be at least 10 dB above the spectrum analyzer noise floor. Otherwise, the measurement data may be corrupted.
TXEN2 External Trigger Circulator Device Under Test (DUT) RX Band Pass Filter
Level Shifter
Directional Coupler
Optional LNA HP8922M GSM / DCS Test Set 50 Coupled Port Spectrum Analyzer 101452A 3-7_121400 50
Figure 3-7. Receive Band Noise Measurement Test Block Diagram The loss in receive band, that is, Extended GSM (EGSM): 925 to 960 MHz, DCS: 1805 to 1880 MHz, from the antenna to the spectrum analyzer input has to be calibrated. Calibration is done in many ways. The simplest method is to use a calibrated signal generator and spectrum analyzer, or network analyzer to measure cable loss. In either case, normal and ordinary RF routine should be employed to assure the integrity of the measurement. The spectrum analyzer reference level offset is adjusted according to the calibration. The receive band noise measurement is composed of four separate tests:
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GSM Rx band while in GSM Tx mode DCS Rx band while in GSM Tx mode DCS Rx band while in DCS Tx mode GSM Rx band while in DCS Tx mode
3.6.2
Measure GSM Rx Band Noise While in GSM Tx Mode Test Procedures

The purpose of this test is to assure that MS noise generated and transmitted in the GSM band does not interfere with the GSM Rx band of the other units in close proximity with the MS under test. The following test procedures apply: 1. Insert an isolator, covering both GSM Tx and Rx bands, followed by an EGSM, 925 to 960 MHz, BW filter between the DUT and the spectrum analyzer. The filter should have at least 30 dB of rejection at the transmit frequency.
Note: 2. 3. 4.
Setup a call on a channel in the mid-ARFCN range of GSM using the HP8922M Test Set. Set the power control level to maximum, that is, power level 5 for GSM. Set the span on the spectrum analyzer to 90 MHz with the center frequency at 955 MHz. With this setting, both the attenuated transmit signal and receive band noise are displayed. While the spectrum analyzer cannot measure the full sweep plot, for example, in the case of the HP8593E spectrum analyzer, the span needs to be set to 0 Hz and the time averaged measurements must be made at discrete frequencies across the relevant receive band in 200 kHz steps.
Note:
Note:
5. 6. 7. 8.
Turn on the external trigger on the spectrum analyzer with the gating set to include data only from the useful part of the burst. This excludes the ramping part of the burst, see Section 3.4. Set the spectrum analyzer resolution and video BWs to 100 kHz. Set the ATTEN to 0 dB to improve the spectrum analyzer dynamic range. Turn the video averaging ON and average over 50 bursts.
The maximum noise power permitted in the GSM receive band is specified in Table 3-7. Table 3-7. Limits For Noise in Rx Bands
Band (MHz) 925 to 935 935.2 to 960 1805 to 1880
11
Spurious Emission Level (dBm) 67 79 71
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A plot of measured noise in the GSM Rx band while in GSM Tx mode is shown in Figure 3-8. Although this is a time-consuming test, the spectrum analyzer does not need to be externally triggered, provided it can reliably trigger on the video level.
Figure 3-8. GSM Rx Band Measured Noise While in GSM Tx Mode
3.6.3
Measure DCS Rx Band Noise While in GSM Tx Mode Test Procedures

The purpose of this test is to assure that MS noise generated and transmitted in the GSM band does not interfere with the DCS Rx band of the other units in close proximity with the MS under test. The following test procedures apply: 1. Insert an isolator, covering both GSM and DCS Tx and Rx bands, followed by a DCS (1805 to 1880 MHz) bandpass filter between the DUT and the spectrum analyzer. The filter should have at least 30 dB of rejection at the transmit frequency. Setup a call on a channel in the mid-ARFCN range of GSM using the HP8922M Test Set. Set the power control level to maximum, that is, power level 5 for GSM. Set the spectrum analyzer span 90 MHz with the center frequency at 1855 MHz. Turn on the spectrum analyzer external trigger. Set the gating to include data only from the useful part of the burst, that is, exclude the ramping part of the burst, see Section 3.4. Set the spectrum analyzer resolution and video BWs to 100 kHz.
2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.
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Set the ATTEN to 0 dB to improve the dynamic range of the analyzer. Turn the video averaging on, and average over 50 bursts.
The maximum noise power permitted in the DCS 1800 receive band is specified in Table 3-7.
3.6.4
Measure DCS Rx Band Noise While in DCS Tx Mode Test Procedures

The purpose of this test is to assure that MS noise generated and transmitted in the DCS band does not interfere with the DCS Rx band of the other units in close proximity with the MS under test. The following test procedures apply: 1. Insert an isolator, covering both GSM Tx and Rx bands, followed by a DCS (1805 to 1880 MHz) bandpass filter between the DUT and the spectrum analyzer. Note: The filter should have at least 30 dB of rejection at the transmit frequency. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Setup a call on a channel in the mid-ARFCN range of DCS using the HP8922M Test Set. Set the power control level to maximum, that is, power level 0 for DCS. Set the spectrum analyzer span to 135 MHz, with the center frequency at 1845 MHz. With this setting, the spectrum analyzer displays both the attenuated transmit signal and receive band noise. Turn on the spectrum analyzer external trigger with the gating set to include data only from the useful part of the burst. Exclude the ramping part of the burst, see Section 3.4. Set the spectrum analyzer resolution and video BWs to 100 kHz. Set the ATTEN to 0 dB to improve the analyzer dynamic range. Turn the video averaging on and average over 50 bursts.
The maximum noise power permitted in the DCS 1800 receive band is specified in Table 3-7.
3.6.5
Measure GSM Rx Band Noise While in DCS Tx Mode Test Procedures

The purpose of this test is to assure that MS noise generated and transmitted in the DCS band does not interfere with the GSM Rx band of the other units in close proximity with the MS under test. The following test procedures apply: 1. Insert an isolator, covering both GSM and DCS Tx and Rx bands, followed by an EGSM, that is, 925 to 960 MHz, BW filter between the DUT and the spectrum analyzer. Note: The filter should have at least 30 dB of rejection at the transmit frequency. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Setup a call on a channel in the mid-ARFCN range of DCS using the HP8922M Test Set. Set the power control level to maximum, that is, power level 0 for DCS. Set the spectrum analyzer span to 90 MHz, with the center frequency at 955 MHz. Turn on the external trigger on the spectrum analyzer with the gating set to include data only from the useful part of the burst. Exclude the ramping part of the burst, see Section 3.4. Set the spectrum analyzer resolution and video BWs to 100 kHz.
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8. 9.
Set the ATTEN to 0 dB to improve the dynamic range of the analyzer. Turn the video averaging on and average over 50 bursts.
The maximum noise power permitted in the GSM receive band is specified in Table 3-7.
3.7
Intermodulation Attenuation Test

This test verifies that no spurious signals are generated due to several mobile stations operating in close proximity to one another. This test only applies to DCS1800. Intermodulation attenuation is the ratio in dBs of the wanted signal power level to the highest intermodulation component power level.

The Hewlett Packard HP8922M GSM/DCS Test Set and other equipment required for this test are setup as shown in Figure 3-9. At the antenna port, an unmodulated interferer from a signal generator is coupled back into the transmitter. This can be accomplished by means of a coupler and an isolator. Both directional couplers and the isolator must cover the DCS transmit band, that is, 1710 to 1785 MHz.
3.7.2
Test Procedures
The following test procedures apply: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Setup a call on a channel in a DCS mid-ARFCN range using the HP8922M Test Set. Set the power control level to maximum, that is, power level 0 for DCS. Inject a Continuous Wave (CW) interfering signal at a frequency equal to the nominal channel frequency, that is, + 800 kHz. Set the interferer level so that it has a level of 40 dB below the power level of the transmit frequency, that is, 10 dBm at the DUT. Set the resolution and video BWs to 300 kHz. Set the detection mode to peak/max hold. Scan the DCS transmit band for intermodulation products. Intermodulation products should be below 50 dB, relative to the Tx signal.
Note: 8.
Repeat the same steps for an interfering frequency equal to the nominal channel frequency, 800 kHz.
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Directional Coupler A
Directional Coupler B
Spectrum Analyzer
50 Signal Generator Isolator
Coupled Port
50
HP8922M GSM / DCS Test Set 101452A 3-9_121300
Figure 3-9. DCS Intermodulation Attenuation Measurement Test Block Diagram
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4. Receiver
This section describes the equipment requirements and test procedures for the following radio receiver tests to ensure compliance with all relevant GSM requirements: Reference Sensitivity Test, see Section 4.1 Usable Receiver Input Level Range Test, see Section 4.2 Co-Channel Rejection Test, see Section 4.3 Adjacent Channel Rejection Test: Speech Channels, see Section 4.4 Intermodulation Rejection Test: Speech Channels, see Section 4.5 Blocking and Spurious Response Test: Speech Channels, see Section 4.6 Received Signal Strength Indicators (RSSI) Measurement Tests Relative Accuracy of Rx Level Measurements on Different ARFCNs Test, see Section 4.7.2 Relative Accuracy of Rx Level Measurements on a Single ARFCN Test, see Section 4.7.3 Absolute Accuracy of Rx Level Measurements on Different ARFCNs Test, see Section 4.7.4
4.1
Reference Sensitivity Test

This Traffic Channel-Full-Rate Speech (TCH/FS) test verifies that the radio can receive low-level signals from the base station that may be corrupted by multi-paths. The reference sensitivity is the signal level at the DUT input at which a certain Bit Error Rate (BER) and Frame Error Rate (FER) must be achieved.

The Hewlett Packard HP8922M Test Set and other equipment required for this test are setup as shown in Figure 4-1. The DUT antenna port is connected to the HP8922M through a fader, which simulates Urban Area (TU)50, Rural Area (RA,) and Hilly Terrain (HT) fading profiles. If a fader is not available, only static sensitivity can be measured.
Tx Device Under Test (DUT) Fader Rx HP8922M GSM /DCS Test Set 101452A 4-1_010501
Figure 4-1. Reference Sensitivity Test Block Diagram
4.1.2
Test Procedures
The following test procedures apply: 1. Calculate the HP8922M calibration factor, which should include any path loss from the DUT antenna port connection to the HP8922M input.
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2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9.
Compensate for this loss by entering an offset in the HP8922M configuration screen. Add the loss as a negative number. Initiate a call using the H8922M at channel 70 for GSM and at a channel in the mid-ARFCN range for DCS. Set the fader for a static signal. Set the Tx power level to maximum, that is, PL0 for DCS and PL5 for GSM. Set the HP8922M for reference sensitivity, that is, GSM 102 dBm, DCS: 100 dBm. Select the BER screen. Measure the BER and FER percentages for the minimum number of samples specified in Table 4-1 and Table 4-2.
Perform the TU50 profile and static sensitivity over three channels in both bands, and over temperature and supply voltage extremes. Channel 5 must be chosen when selecting the channel in the low-ARFCN range for GSM. For RA and HT profiles, test only the mid-ARFCN channels. Table 4-1. Limits For GSM Sensitivity
Property TU50 Error Limit (%) FER Class Ib RBER Class II RBER 6.742 0.42/ 8.33 No. of Samples 8,900 1,000,000 120,000 7.5 24,000 9.333 60,000 RA250 Error Limit (%) No. of Samples
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HT100 Error Limit (%) No. of Samples
Static Error Limit (%) 0.122 0.41/ 2.439 No. of Samples 164,000 20,000,000 8,200
Note: can be selected to be between 1.0 and 1.6, which means more Class Ib failures can be traded for fewer frame errors and vice versa.
Table 4-2. Limits For DCS Sensitivity

Property TU50 Error Limit (%) FER Class Ib RBER Class II RBER 4.478 0.32/ 8.33 No. of Samples 13,400 1,500,000 60,000 7.5 24,000 9.333 RA130 Error Limit (%) No. of Samples
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HT100 Error Limit (%) No. of Samples
Static Error Limit (%) 0.122 0.41/ No. of Samples 164,000 20,000,000 8,200
30,000
2.439
Note: can be selected to be between 1.0 and 1.6, which means more Class Ib failures can be traded for fewer frame errors and vice versa.
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4.2
Usable Receiver Input Level Range Test

The purpose of this test is to verify that the radio can receive strong signals from the base station without a substantial degradation in performance. The usable receiver input range is the measurement of the dynamic range of the receiver in which the BER and FER stay within specified limits.

The Hewlett Packard HP8922M Test Set is setup as shown in Figure 4-2. The DUT antenna port is connected to the HP8922M Test Set. Perform this test at temperature and supply voltage extremes, and with the fading function set to Equalizer (EQ) to verify the equalizer performance. Note: This measurement is not performed as part of this test description.
HP8922M GSM /DCS Test Set 101452A 4-2_010501
Figure 4-2. Usable Receiver Input Range Test Block Diagram
4.2.2
Test Procedures
The following test procedures apply: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Calculate the HP8922M calibration factor, which should include any path loss from the DUT antenna port connection to the HP8922M input. Compensate for this loss by entering an offset in the HP8922M configuration screen. Add the loss as a negative number. Initiate a call using the H8922M at a channel in the mid-ARFCN range. Set the Tx power level to maximum, that is, GSM = PL5, DCS = PL0. Set the HP8922M signal strength to 40 dBm. Select the BER screen. Measure the Class II BER percentage for the minimum number of samples shown in Table 4-3. Increase the signal strength to 15 dBm for GSM and 23 dBm for DCS and measure the Class II BER.
The BER measured must not exceed the limits specified in Table 4-3.
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Table 4-3. Limits For Usable Receiver Input Level

GSM Static Signal Strength Level 40 dBm 23 dBm 15 dBm 0.122 164,000 Test Limit Error Rate % 0.012 Minimum Number of Samples 1,640,000
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DCS Test Limit Error Rate % 0.012 0.122 Minimum Number of Samples 1,640,000 164,000
4.3
Co-Channel Rejection Test

This TCH/FS test verifies that the receiver can operate in a system environment that may have a Gaussian Minimum-Shift Keying (GMSK)-modulated signal directly on a channel at a substantial level. Co-channel rejection is a measure of the capability of the receiver to receive a wanted signal without exceeding a given degradation due to the presence of an unwanted modulated signal.

The Hewlett Packard HP8922M Test Set and other equipment required for this test are setup as shown in Figure 4-3. The DUT antenna port is connected to the HP8922M through a fader. This test may be performed without a fader to verify general co-channel performance, but for true co-channel performance, a fader must be used. For a static measurement, a directional coupler should be used to couple in the modulated interferer. This test also should be performed under frequency hopping conditions, but due to the difficulty of this measurement it is not described in this document.
Tx Device Under Test (DUT) Fader Rx HP8922M GSM /DCS Test Set
GM SK M odulated Interferer
101452A 4-3_010301
Figure 4-3. Co-Channel Rejection Test Block Diagram
4.3.2
Test Procedures
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The following test procedures apply: 1. Calculate the HP8922M calibration factor, which should include any path loss from the DUT antenna port connection to the HP8922M input. 2. Compensate for this loss by entering an offset in the HP8922M configuration screen. 3. Add the loss as a negative number. 4. Set the fader to static and initiate a call using the H8922M at a channel in the mid-ARFCN range. 5. Set the Tx power level to maximum, that is, GSM = PL5, DCS = PL0. 6. Set the HP8922M signal strength to 90 dBm. 7. Set the signal generator so that the signal is GMSK-modulated and the level seen at the DUT is 99 dBm, that is, 9 dB below the desired level. 8. Set the fading characteristic, that is, GSM = TU3 (TUlow), DCS = TU1.5 (TUlow). 9. Select the BER screen. 10. Measure the FER, Class IB, and Class II BER percentages for the minimum number of samples specified in Table 4-4. 11. Repeat this test for fading characteristic TU50 for both GSM and DCS. Table 4-4. Limits For Co-Channel Performance
Measurement Type FER ClassIb RBER Class II RBER FER ClassIb RBER Class II RBER Note: Propagation Condition TUlow TUlow TUlow TU50 TU50 TU50 Test Limit Error Rate % 24 2.091/ 4.3 3.371 0.215/ 8.333
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Minimum Number of Samples 25,000 3,300,000 2,000,000 17,800 2,000,000 1,200,000
can be selected to be between 1.0 and 1.6, which means more Class Ib failures can be traded for fewer frame errors and vice versa.
4.4
Adjacent Channel Rejection Test: Speech Channels

This test verifies that the receiver can operate in a system environment that may have GMSK-modulated signals one or two channels away at substantial levels. The adjacent channel selectivity is a measure of the capability of the receiver to receive a wanted signal without exceeding a given degradation due to the presence of an unwanted modulated signal in the adjacent channel.

The Hewlett Packard HP8922M Test Set and other equipment required for this test are setup as shown in Figure 4-3. The DUT antenna port is connected to the HP8922M through a fader. This test may be performed without a fader to verify
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general adjacent channel performance, but for true adjacent channel performance, a fader must be used. For a static measurement, a directional coupler should be used to couple in the modulated interferer. This test also should be performed under frequency hopping conditions. Due to the difficulty of this measurement, it is not described in this document.
4.4.2
Test Procedures
The following test procedures apply: 1. Calculate the HP8922M calibration factor, which should include any path loss from the DUT antenna port connection to the HP8922M input. 2. Enter an offset in the HP8922M configuration screen to compensate for this loss. 3. Add the loss as a negative number. 4. Set the fader to static and initiate a call using the H8922M at a channel in the mid-ARFCN range. 5. Set the Tx power level to maximum, that is, GSM = PL5, DCS = PL0. 6. Set the HP8922M signal strength to 90 dBm. 7. Set the signal generator so that the signal is GMSK-modulated, the frequency is 200 kHz above the selected ARFCN, and the signal seen at the DUT is 81 dBm, that is, 9 dB above the desired level. 8. Set the fading characteristic for TU50. 9. Select the BER screen. 10. Measure the FER, ClassIB, and Class II BER percentages for the minimum number of samples specified in Table 4-5. 11. Repeat this test with the interfering signal set to 200 kHz below the selected ARFCN. 12. Repeat the test again for an interfering signal 400 kHz above and below the selected ARFCN at a signal strength of 59 dBm at the DUT, that is, 41 dB above the desired. This entire test must be repeated at temperature and supply voltage extremes. Note: A static interferer may be more realistic due to the dynamic constraints of most commercial faders. In this case, the desired signal is faded and the adjacent interferer is delivered to the DUT through a directional coupler.
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Table 4-5. Limits For Adjacent Channel Performance

GSM Interferer At 200 kHz Measurement Type FER ClassIB RBER Class II RBER FER ClassIB RBER Class II RBER Test Limit Error Rate % 6.742 0.420 8.333 11.461 0.756/ 9.167 Minimum Number of Samples 8,900 1,000,000 600,000 8,900 1,000,000 600,000
DCS Test Limit Error Rate % 3.371 0.270/ 8.333 5.714 0.483/ 9.167 Minimum Number of Samples 17,800 2,000,000 1,200,000 10,500 1,200,000 720,000
400 kHz
Note:
can be selected to be between 1.0 and 1.6, which means more Class Ib failures can be traded for fewer frame errors and vice versa.
4.5
Intermodulation Rejection Test: Speech Channels

This test verifies that the receiver can operate in a system environment that may have GMSK-modulated signals at four channels and eight channels away at substantial levels. Intermodulation rejection is the measure of the receivers ability to receive a wanted modulated signal in the presence of two or more unwanted signals with a specific frequency relationship to the wanted signal.

The Hewlett Packard HP8922M Test Set and other equipment required for this test are setup as shown in Figure 4-4. The DUT antenna port is connected to the HP8922M through a coupler. Two signal generators are combined with a combiner and delivered to the DUT through a directional coupler. This test is performed in both bands, over three channels, and over extreme conditions.
Device Under Test (DUT) HP8922M GSM /DCS Test Set
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CW Interferer
GM SK-M odulated Interferer 101452A 4-4_010301
Figure 4-4. Intermodulation Rejection Test Block Diagram
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Test Procedures
The following test procedures apply: 1. Calculate the HP8922M calibration factor, which should include any path loss from the DUT antenna port connection to the HP8922M input. 2. Enter an offset in the HP8922M configuration screen to compensate for this loss. 3. Add the loss as a negative number. 4. Initiate a call using the H8922M at a channel in the mid-ARFCN range. 5. Set the Tx power level to maximum, that is, DCS = PL0, GSM = PL5. 6. Set the HP8922M signal strength for 4 dB above reference sensitivity, that is, GSM = 98 dBm, DCS = 96 dBm. 7. Set the unmodulated signal generator so that the signal is 800 kHz above that of the receiver; 49 dBm should be seen at the DUT input. 8. Set the GMSK-modulated signal generator so that the signal is 1600 kHz above the receiver. Levels of 50 dBm for GSM and 49 dBm for DCS should be seen at the DUT input. 9. Select the BER screen. 10. Measure the Class II BER percentage for the minimum number of samples shown in Table 4-6. 11. Repeat this test with the two interfering signals set to 800 kHz and 1600 kHz below the selected ARFCN. 12. Repeat the test again for channels in both the low and high ARFCN range, and at temperature and supply voltage extremes. Table 4-6. Limits For Intermodulation Performance
Measurement Type Class II RBER Test Limit Error Rate % 2.439 Minimum Number of Samples 8,200
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4.6
Blocking and Spurious Response Test: Speech Channels

This test verifies that the receiver can operate in a system environment that may have extra signals at various frequencies. Blocking is the receivers ability to receive a wanted modulated signal in the presence of an unmodulated interferer without exceeding a given degradation.

The DUT antenna port is connected to the HP8922M through a coupler, as shown in Figure 4-5. A signal generator is delivered to the DUT through a directional coupler. The directional coupler must be broadband; otherwise, a combiner may be used. Also, when the blocking signal close to the wanted signal and the amplitude is high, that is, around 915 MHz and 980 MHz, a notch filter at the desired frequency may be used between the interferer and the coupler. This reduces the amount of injected onchannel phase noise.
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The notch filters should have at least 10 dB of rejection at the carrier frequency and should be narrow enough that the signal level at 15 MHz from the carrier is not attenuated substantially. This test is performed in both bands.
Device Under Test (DUT) HP8922M GSM /DCS Test Set
Coupler
Notch Filter at Rx Frequency
CW Interferer
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Figure 4-5. Blocking Test Block Diagram
4.6.2
Test Procedures
The following test procedures apply: 1. 2. 3. 4. Calculate the HP8922M calibration factor, which should include any path loss from the DUT antenna port connection to the HP8922M input. Enter an offset in the HP8922M configuration screen to compensate for this loss. Add the loss as a negative number. Initiate a call using the H8922M at channel 62 for GSM and channel 700 for DCS. According to the GSM 11.10-1 standard, any other channel can be chosen for this test.
Note: 5. 6.
Set the Tx power level to maximum, that is, DCS = PL0, GSM = PL5. Set the HP8922M signal strength to 4 dB above reference sensitivity, that is, GSM = 98 dBm, DCS = 96 dBm. 7. Set the unwanted signal generator so that the swept frequency covers IF1 200 kHz, IF1, and IF + 200 kHz. The amplitude setting for the frequency range is specified in Table 4-7. 8. Select the BER screen. 9. Measure the Class II BER percentage for each blocking signal for the minimum number of samples specified in Table 4-6. 10. Repeat this test with the interfering signal swept from 835 MHz to Flo + IF1 + IF2 + 12.5 MHz every 200 kHz for GSM, and from Flo IF1 IF2 37.5MHz to 1980MHz every 200 kHz for DCS. The amplitude setting for the frequency is specified in Table 4-7. Note: As a numerical example for Table 4-7 and Table 4-8, channel 62 and channel 700 are chosen for GSM and DCS respectively. The local oscillator frequencies (Flo) for these channels are 1347.4 MHz and 1442.8 MHz respectively. Also, the Conexant chipset solution IF frequencies are 400 MHz for the first IF (IF1) and 14.6 MHz for the second IF (IF2).
11. Repeat this test for the frequencies m Flo IF1 and m Frf, where m is an integer greater than or equal to 2. 12. Set the interferer amplitude to 23 dBm for both GSM and DCS. These absolute frequencies for the Conexant chipset solution are specified in Table 4-8.
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Table 4-7. Blocking Interferer Frequency and Amplitude, Part I

GSM Frequency Range (MHz) 399.8 to 400.2 835 to 915 915 to 944.4 944.4 to 945.8 945.8 to 946.8 948 to 949 949 to 950.4 950.4 to 980 980 to 1000 1000 to 1774.6 Interferer Level (dBm) 23 0 23 33 43 43 33 23 0 23 DCS Frequency Range (MHz) 399.8 to 400.2 990.6 to 1705 1705 to 1785 1785 to 1839.8 1839.8 to 1841.2 1841.2 to 1842.2 1843.4 to 1844.4 1844.4 to 1845.8 1845.8 to 1920 1920 to 1980 Interferer Level (dBm) 23 0 12 26 33 43 43 33 26 12
Table 4-8. Blocking Interferer Frequency and Amplitude, Part II

GSM Interferer (MHz) 1894.8 2294.8 2842.2 3094.8 3642.2 3789.6 4442.2 4737.0 4989.6 5684.4 5789.6 6337.0 6631.8 7137.0 DCS Interferer (MHz) 2485.6 3285.6 3685.6 3928.4 4728.4 5371.2 5528.4 6171.2 6814.0 7371.2 7614.0 8256.8 9056.8 9214.0 GSM Interferer (MHz) 7579.2 7684.4 8484.4 8526.6 9031.8 9474.0 9831.8 10379.2 10421.4 11179.2 11368.8 11726.6 12316.2 12526.6 DCS Interferer (MHz) 9699.6 10499.6 11056.8 11142.4 11942.4 12585.2
All BER measurements at each interferer frequency must be less than the limits specified in Table 4-6. However, the allowable exceptions are listed in Table 4-9:
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Table 4-9. Allowable BER Measurement Exception

Freq GSM Definition
A maximum of 6 failures are allowed in the frequency range of 915 MHz to 980 MHz of which, if grouped, must not exceed 3 failures in a row. A maximum of 24 failures combined from 100 kHz to 915 MHz and 980 MHz to 12.75 GHz are allowed of which, if grouped below the ARFCN frequency, must not exceed 3 failures in a row.
DCS
A maximum of 12 failures are allowed in the frequency range of 1785 MHz to 1920 MHz of which, if grouped, must not exceed 3 failures in a row. A maximum of 24 failures combined from 100 kHz to 1785 MHz and 1920 MHz to 12.75 GHz are allowed of which, if grouped below the ARFCN frequency, must not exceed three failures in a row.
If the number of exceptions measured does not exceed the number allowed, then for each blocking exception, re-test the BER at a relaxed interferer level of 43 dBm. The measured BER must be less than the limits specified in Table 4-6. At this level, no exceptions are allowed.
4.7
Received Signal Strength Measurement Tests

This test verifies that the received signal strength is within GSM parameters for: Absolute signal strength Relative signal strength Linearity
This ensures that the radio operates within established GSM parameters in different conditions under which the radio may be exposed. The radio reports an RXLEV value related to the received RF signal strength. These numbers must be accurate for correct system operation.

The DUT antenna port is connected to the HP8922M Test Set, as shown in Figure 4-6. This test is performed in both bands, at temperature and supply voltage extremes, and on multiple channels. Ideally, this test should be run with six separate signal generators set up as neighboring cells with GMSK modulation run through a series of combiners into the DUT. Due to practical limitations, the tests described here are run with the HP8922 Test Set alone.
Device Under Test (DUT) HP8922M GSM /DCS Test Set 101452A 4-6_010301
Figure 4-6. Rx Level Reporting Test Block Diagram
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Received signal strength measurements are composed of the following three tests: Relative accuracy of the Rx level on different ARFCNs, see Section 4.7.2 Relative accuracy of the Rx level on a single ARFCN, see Section 4.7.3 Absolute accuracy of the Rx level on different ARFCNs, see Section 4.7.4
4.7.2
Relative Accuracy of Rx Level Measurements on Different ARFCNs Test Procedures

This test verifies an acceptable level for receiver ripple at various signal levels. The GSM and DCS bands are tested separately and together.
4.7.2.1
GSM Band Test Procedures This test verifies an acceptable level for receiver ripple at various signal levels in the GSM band. The following test procedures apply: 1. Calculate the HP8922M calibration factor, which should include any path loss from the DUT antenna port connection to the HP8922M input. 2. Enter an offset in the HP8922M configuration screen to compensate for this loss. 3. Add the loss as a negative number. 4. Set the HP8922M signal strength to 48.5 dBm. 5. Set the Tx power level to maximum. 6. Initiate a call using the H8922M at channel 1 for GSM. 7. Record the RXLEV value as displayed on the cell control screen for channels 1, 20, 40, 62, 80, 100, and 124. 8. Lower the signal strength by 10 dB. 9. Repeat step 7. 10. Continue to lower the signal strength by 10 dB and record the RXLEV values on all the channels until the signal strength is at 108.5 dBm. At each signal strength level for the seven different ARFCNs, subtract the minimum RXLEV reading from the maximum recorded RXLEV reading. The limits are specified in Table 4-10. Table 4-10. Limits for GSM and DCS Relative Rx Level Performance
ARFCN Signal Strength (dBm) 48.5 58.5 68.5 78.5 88.5 98.5 108.5 Note: Maximum Allowed Delta From RXLEVmax to RXLEVmin 4 4 4 4 5 5 6
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DCS Band Test Procedures This test verifies an acceptable level for receiver ripple at various signal levels in the DCS band. The following test procedures apply: 1. Calculate the HP8922M calibration factor, which should include any path loss from the DUT antenna port connection to the HP8922M input. 2. Enter an offset in the HP8922M configuration screen to compensate for this loss. 3. Add the loss as a negative number. 4. Set the HP8922M signal strength to 48.5 dBm. 5. Set the Tx power level to maximum. 6. Initiate a call using the H8922M at DCS channel 512. 7. Record the RXLEV value as displayed on the cell control screen for channels 512, 585, 660, 700, 790, 835, and 885. 8. Lower the signal strength by 10 dB. 9. Repeat step 7. 10. Continue to lower the signal strength by 10 dB and record the RXLEV values on all the channels until the signal strength is at 108.5 dBm. 11. Subtract the maximum RXLEV reading from the minimum RXLEV at each signal strength level for the seven reported RXLEV readings. The limits are specified in Table 4-10.
4.7.2.3
Dual (GSM and DCS) Bands Test Procedures This test verifies an acceptable level for receiver ripple at various signal levels in both the GSM and DCS bands. Note: This test must be performed at temperature extremes.
The following test procedures apply: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. Calculate the HP8922M calibration factor, which should include any path loss from the DUT antenna port connection to the HP8922M input. Enter an offset in the HP8922M configuration screen to compensate for this loss. Add the loss as a negative number. Set the HP8922M signal strength to 48.5 dBm. Set the Tx power level to maximum. Initiate a call using the H8922M at GSM channel 1. Record the RXLEV value as displayed on the cell control screen for channels 1, 40, 62, 100, and 124. Lower the signal strength by 10 dB. Repeat step 7. Continue to lower the signal strength by 10 dB while recording the RXLEV values on all the channels until the signal strength is at 108.5 dBm. Initiate a call using the H8922M at DCS channel 512. Record the RXLEV value as displayed on the cell control screen for channels 512 and 885. Lower the signal strength by 10 dB. Repeat step 12. Continue to lower the signal strength by 10 dB and record the RXLEV values on all the channels until the signal strength is at 108.5 dBm. Subtract the minimum RXLEV reading from the maximum recorded RXLEV reading At each signal strength level for the seven different ARFCNs.
The limits are specified in Table 4-11.
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Table 4-11. Limits For Both Bands Relative Rx Level Performance

Signal Strength (dBm) Maximum Allowed Delta From RXLEVmax to RXLEVmin (Nominal Conditions) 8 8 8 8 9 9 10 Maximum Allowed Delta From RXLEVmax to RXLEVmin (Extreme Temperature Conditions) 12 12 12 12 13 13 14
48.5 58.5 68.5 78.5 88.5 98.5 108.5
Note: The radio does not have to report RXLEV for 108 dBm. If it does, it must be less than the limit value.
4.7.3
Relative Accuracy of Rx Level Measurements on a Single ARFCN Test Procedures

This test verifies RSSI linearity by looking at the Rx level reporting in 1 dB steps within five 20 dB windows. Within each of these 20 dB windows, all of the values are compared to the first value, that is, strongest signal level, measured within the window. The following test procedures apply: 1. Calculate the HP8922M calibration factor, which should include any path loss from the DUT antenna port connection to the HP8922M input. 2. Enter an offset in the HP8922M configuration screen to compensate for this loss. 3. Add the loss as a negative number. 4. Set the HP8922M signal strength to 48.5 dBm. 5. Set the Tx power level to maximum. 6. Initiate a call using the H8922M at GSM channel 62 and DCS channel 700. 7. Record the RXLEV value as displayed on the cell control screen. 8. Lower the signal strength by 1 dB. 9. Repeat step 7. 10. Continue to lower the signal strength by 1 dB and record the RXLEV value until the signal strength is at 108.5 dBm. The limits are specified in Table 4-12 through Table 4-16. Table 4-12. Limits For Relative Rx Level Performance on a Single ARFCN (Window 1) (RXLEV = 1 to 21) (1 of 2)
Measurement Number (n) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Signal Strength (dBm) 48.5 dBm 49.5 dBm 50.5 dBm 51.5 dBm 52.5 dBm 53.5 dBm 54.5 dBm Rx_Lev(1)Rx_Lev(n)1, between 2 and +2 Rx_Lev(1)Rx_Lev(n)2, between 2 and +2 Rx_Lev(1)Rx_Lev(n)3, between 2 and +2 Rx_Lev(1)Rx_Lev(n)4, between 2 and +2 Rx_Lev(1)Rx_Lev(n)5, between 2 and +2 Rx_Lev(1)Rx_Lev(n)6, between 2 and +2 Limit Level (dB)
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Table 4-12. Limits For Relative Rx Level Performance on a Single ARFCN (Window 1) (RXLEV = 1 to 21) (2 of 2)
Measurement Number (n) 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 Signal Strength (dBm) 55.5 dBm 56.5 dBm 57.5 dBm 58.5 dBm 59.5 dBm 60.5 dBm 61.5 dBm 62.5 dBm 63.5 dBm 64.5 dBm 65.5 dBm 66.5 dBm 67.5 dBm 68.5 dBm Limit Level Rx_Lev(1)Rx_Lev(n)7, between 2 and +2 Rx_Lev(1)Rx_Lev(n)8, between 2 and +2 Rx_Lev(1)Rx_Lev(n)9, between 2 and +2 Rx_Lev(1)Rx_Lev(n)10, between 2 and +2 Rx_Lev(1)Rx_Lev(n)11, between 2 and +2 Rx_Lev(1)Rx_Lev(n)12, between 2 and +2 Rx_Lev(1)Rx_Lev(n)13, between 2 and +2 Rx_Lev(1)Rx_Lev(n)14, between 2 and +2 Rx_Lev(1)Rx_Lev(n)15, between 2 and +2 Rx_Lev(1)Rx_Lev(n)16, between 2 and +2 Rx_Lev(1)Rx_Lev(n)17, between 2 and +2 Rx_Lev(1)Rx_Lev(n)18, between 2 and +2 Rx_Lev(1)Rx_Lev(n)19, between 2 and +2 Rx_Lev(1)Rx_Lev(n)20, between 2 and +2
Table 4-13. Limits For Relative Rx Level Performance on a Single ARFCN (Window 2) (RXLEV = 11 to 31)
Measurement Number (n) 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Signal Strength 58.5 dBm 59.5 dBm 60.5 dBm 61.5 dBm 62.5 dBm 63.5 dBm 64.5 dBm 65.5 dBm 66.5 dBm 67.5 dBm 68.5 dBm 69.5 dBm 70.5 dBm 71.5 dBm 72.5 dBm 73.5 dBm 74.5 dBm 75.5 dBm 76.5 dBm 77.5 dBm 78.5 dBm Rx_Lev(11)Rx_Lev(n)1, between 2 and + 2 Rx_Lev(11)Rx_Lev(n)2, between 2 and + 2 Rx_Lev(11)Rx_Lev(n)3, between 2 and + 2 Rx_Lev(11)Rx_Lev(n)4, between 2 and + 2 Rx_Lev(11)Rx_Lev(n)5, between 2 and + 2 Rx_Lev(11)Rx_Lev(n)6, between 2 and + 2 Rx_Lev(11)Rx_Lev(n)7, between 2 and + 2 Rx_Lev(11)Rx_Lev(n)8, between 2 and + 2 Rx_Lev(11)Rx_Lev(n)9, between 2 and + 2 Rx_Lev(11)Rx_Lev(n)10, between 2 and + 2 Rx_Lev(11)Rx_Lev(n)11, between 2 and + 2 Rx_Lev(11)Rx_Lev(n)12, between 2 and + 2 Rx_Lev(11)Rx_Lev(n)13, between 2 and + 2 Rx_Lev(11)Rx_Lev(n)14, between 2 and + 2 Rx_Lev(11)Rx_Lev(n)15, between 2 and + 2 Rx_Lev(11)Rx_Lev(n)16, between 2 and + 2 Rx_Lev(11)Rx_Lev(n)17, between 2 and + 2 Rx_Lev(11)Rx_Lev(n)18, between 2 and + 2 Rx_Lev(11)Rx_Lev(n)19, between 2 and + 2 Rx_Lev(11)Rx_Lev(n)20, between 2 and + 2 Limit Level
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Measurement Number (n) 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 Signal Strength 68.5 dBm 69.5 dBm 70.5 dBm 71.5 dBm 72.5 dBm 73.5 dBm 74.5 dBm 75.5 dBm 76.5 dBm 77.5 dBm 78.5 dBm 79.5 dBm 80.5 dBm 81.5 dBm 82.5 dBm 83.5 dBm 84.5 dBm 85.5 dBm 86.5 dBm 87.5 dBm 88.5 dBm Rx_Lev(21)Rx_Lev(n)1, between 2 and + 2 Rx_Lev(21)Rx_Lev(n)2, between 2 and + 2 Rx_Lev(21)Rx_Lev(n)3, between 2 and + 2 Rx_Lev(21)Rx_Lev(n)4, between 2 and + 2 Rx_Lev(21)Rx_Lev(n)5, between 2 and + 2 Rx_Lev(21)Rx_Lev(n)6, between 2 and + 2 Rx_Lev(21)Rx_Lev(n)7, between 2 and + 2 Rx_Lev(21)Rx_Lev(n)8, between 2 and + 2 Rx_Lev(21)Rx_Lev(n)9, between 2 and + 2 Rx_Lev(21)Rx_Lev(n)10, between 2 and + 2 Rx_Lev(21)Rx_Lev(n)11, between 2 and + 2 Rx_Lev(21)Rx_Lev(n)12, between 2 and + 2 Rx_Lev(21)Rx_Lev(n)13, between 2 and + 2 Rx_Lev(21)Rx_Lev(n)14, between 2 and + 2 Rx_Lev(21)Rx_Lev(n)15, between 2 and + 2 Rx_Lev(21)Rx_Lev(n)16, between 2 and + 2 Rx_Lev(21)Rx_Lev(n)17, between 2 and + 2 Rx_Lev(21)Rx_Lev(n)18, between 2 and + 2 Rx_Lev(21)Rx_Lev(n)19, between 2 and + 2 Rx_Lev(21)Rx_Lev(n)20, between 3 and + 2 Limit Level
Measurement Number (n) 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 Signal Strength 78.5 dBm 79.5 dBm 80.5 dBm 81.5 dBm 82.5 dBm 83.5 dBm 84.5 dBm 85.5 dBm 86.5 dBm 87.5 dBm 88.5 dBm 89.5 dBm 90.5 dBm Rx_Lev(31)Rx_Lev(n)1, between 2 and + 2 Rx_Lev(31)Rx_Lev(n)2, between 2 and + 2 Rx_Lev(31)Rx_Lev(n)3, between 2 and + 2 Rx_Lev(31)Rx_Lev(n)4, between 2 and + 2 Rx_Lev(31)Rx_Lev(n)5, between 2 and + 2 Rx_Lev(31)Rx_Lev(n)6, between 2 and + 2 Rx_Lev(31)Rx_Lev(n)7, between 2 and + 2 Rx_Lev(31)Rx_Lev(n)8, between 2 and + 2 Rx_Lev(31)Rx_Lev(n)9, between 2 and + 2 Rx_Lev(31)Rx_Lev(n)10, between 3 and + 2 Rx_Lev(31)Rx_Lev(n)11, between 3 and + 2 Rx_Lev(31)Rx_Lev(n)12, between 3 and + 2 Limit Level
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Measurement Number (n) 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 Signal Strength 91.5 dBm 92.5 dBm 93.5 dBm 94.5 dBm 95.5 dBm 96.5 dBm 97.5 dBm 98.5 dBm Limit Level Rx_Lev(31)Rx_Lev(n)13, between 3 and + 2 Rx_Lev(31)Rx_Lev(n)14, between 3 and + 2 Rx_Lev(31)Rx_Lev(n)15, between 3 and + 2 Rx_Lev(31)Rx_Lev(n)16, between 3 and + 2 Rx_Lev(31)Rx_Lev(n)17, between 3 and + 2 Rx_Lev(31)Rx_Lev(n)18, between 3 and + 2 Rx_Lev(31)Rx_Lev(n)19, between 3 and + 2 Rx_Lev(31)Rx_Lev(n)20, between 3 and + 2
Measurement Number (n) 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 Signal Strength 88.5 dBm 89.5 dBm 90.5 dBm 91.5 dBm 92.5 dBm 93.5 dBm 94.5 dBm 95.5 dBm 96.5 dBm 97.5 dBm 98.5 dBm 99.5 dBm 100.5 dBm 101.5 dBm 102.5 dBm 103.5 dBm 104.5 dBm 105.5 dBm 106.5 dBm 107.5 dBm 108.5 dBm Rx_Lev(41)Rx_Lev(n)1, between 3 and +2 Rx_Lev(41)Rx_Lev(n)2, between 3 and +2 Rx_Lev(41)Rx_Lev(n)3, between 3 and +2 Rx_Lev(41)Rx_Lev(n)4, between 3 and +2 Rx_Lev(41)Rx_Lev(n)5, between 3 and +2 Rx_Lev(41)Rx_Lev(n)6, between 3 and +2 Rx_Lev(41)Rx_Lev(n)7, between 3 and +2 Rx_Lev(41)Rx_Lev(n)8, between 3 and +2 Rx_Lev(41)Rx_Lev(n)9, between 3 and +2 Rx_Lev(41)Rx_Lev(n)10, between 3 and +2 Rx_Lev(41)Rx_Lev(n)11, between 3 and +2 Rx_Lev(41)Rx_Lev(n)12, between 3 and +2 Rx_Lev(41)Rx_Lev(n)13, between 3 and +2 Rx_Lev(41)Rx_Lev(n)14, between 4 and +2 Rx_Lev(41)Rx_Lev(n)15, between 4 and +2 Rx_Lev(41)Rx_Lev(n)16, between 4 and +2 Rx_Lev(41)Rx_Lev(n)17, between 4 and +2 Rx_Lev(41)Rx_Lev(n)18, between 4 and +2 Rx_Lev(41)Rx_Lev(n)19, between 4 and +2 Rx_Lev(41)Rx_Lev(n)20, between 4 and +2 Limit Level
Note: It is not necessary for the MS to report the RXLEV values below 102.5 dBm for GSM or below 100.5 dBm for DCS. If it does report a number below these values, the value must be less than 8 for GSM and less than 10 for DCS.
4.7.4
Absolute Accuracy of Rx Level Measurements on Different ARFCNs Test Procedures

This test verifies RSSI absolute readings. The reported Rx level is related to the signal strength by the following equation:
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Rx level = 110.5 + signal strength Where the signal strength is the amplitude of the desired signal at the antenna in dBm. 4.7.4.1 GSM Band The following test procedures apply: Note: 1. This test must be performed at temperature and supply voltage extremes.
Calculate the HP8922M calibration factor, which should include any path loss from the DUT antenna port connection to the HP8922M input. 2. Enter an offset in the HP8922M configuration screen to compensate for this loss. 3. Add the loss as a negative number. 4. Set the HP8922M signal strength to 48.5 dBm. 5. Set the Tx power level to maximum. 6. Initiate a call using the H8922M at GSM channel 1. 7. Record the RXLEV value as displayed on the cell control screen for channels 1, 20, 40, 62, 80, 100, and 124. 8. Lower the signal strength by 10 dB. 9. Repeat step 7. 10. Continue to lower the signal strength by 10 dB and record the RXLEV values on all the channels until the signal strength is at 88.5 dBm. 11. Subtract the RXLEV reading from the expected RXLEVEL reading at each signal strength level for each of the seven reported RX LEV readings. The absolute value of this number must be within the limits specified in Table 4-17. Table 4-17. Limits For Absolute Rx Level Performance
Signal Strength (dBm) 48.5 58.5 68.5 78.5 88.5 Limit Level ABS(Rx_Lev62) 6 for normal and extreme conditions ABS(Rx_Lev52) 6 for normal and extreme conditions ABS(Rx_Lev42) 6 for normal and extreme conditions ABS(Rx_Lev32) 4 for normal 6 for extreme conditions ABS(Rx_Lev22) 4 for normal and 6 for extreme conditions
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Appendix A. Acronyms
A
ARFCN Absolute Radio Frequency Channel Number TA TCH/FS TDMA TU
T
Type Approval Traffic Channel-Full-Rate Speech Time Division Multiple Access Urban Area
B
BER BCCH BW Bit Error Rate Broadcast Control Channel bandwidth
C
CW Continuous Wave
D
DCS DUT Digital Cellular System Device Under Test
E
EGSM EQ Extended GSM Equalizer
F
FER Frame Error Rate
G
GMSK GSM Gaussian Minimum-Shift Keying Global System for Mobile communications
H
HT Hilly Terrain
K
km/h kilometers per hour
L
LNA Low Noise Amplifier
M
MM MS Mobility Management Mobile Station
P
ppm parts per million
R
RA RF RMS Rural Area radio frequency root mean square
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Appendix B. Glossary
Definitions of commonly used terms follow.
Term Adaptive power control Automatic power control Adjacent channel selectivity Definition Automatic control of the O/P power so that matches to the desired value. This level is determined and stored in the radio during the initial factory calibration. The waveform that controls the transmitter ramp up and ramp down to ensure that output power and RF spectrum due to switching transients are in compliance. A measure of the capability of the receiver to receive a wanted signal without exceeding a given degradation due to the presence of an unwanted modulated signal in the adjacent channel The channel to which the radio is assigned The receivers ability to receive a wanted modulated signal in the presence of an unmodulated interferer without exceeding a given degradation A measure of the capability of the receiver to receive a wanted signal without exceeding a given degradation due to the presence of an unwanted modulated signal Spurs present at the antenna connector at frequencies other than the carrier and sidebands associated with normal modulation 1710 to 1785 MHz The DC supply voltage, that is, 3.2 V to 3.75 V, and temperature range, that is, - 10 C to + 55 C, over which the radio must be able to operate. 10C is padded to each constraint, that is, - 20 C to + 65 C, to test design robustness. A measure of the distance in MHz away from a carrier signal The delay from TX_EN2 to bit 92 of the burst The ratio in dBs of the power level of the wanted signal to the power level of the highest intermodulation component The measure of the receivers ability to receive a wanted modulated signal in the presence of two or more unwanted signals with a specific frequency relationship to the wanted signal The specific limit set by the GSM committee to ensure compliance for the spectrum occupied by the modulated signal at various frequency offsets from the carrier The measure of the amplitude of the transmitter output at room temperature and nominal supply The relationship between the frequency offset from the carrier and the power, measured in a specified bandwidth and time, produced by the MS due to the effects of modulation The relationship between the frequency offset from the carrier and the power, measured in a specified BW and time, produced by the MS due to the effects of power ramping. Sometimes referred to as spectral splatter. The classification of the MS related to the maximum transmitter output power capability The numeric expression defining the absolute transmit power level at which the MS is operating GSM 05.05 multipath propagation models as follows: Static, Rural Area (RA), Hilly Terrain (HT), Urban Area (TU), and Equalization Test (EQ) The desired signal amplitude at the antenna in dBm The transmitted RF power envelope with respect to time The average value of the power delivered to the antenna over the useful part of the burst
ARFCN Blocking Co-channel rejection Conducted spurious emissions DCS transmit band Extreme conditions
Frequency offset Gate delay Intermodulation attenuation Intermodulation rejection
Modulation spectrum limits Nominal output power Output RF spectrum due to modulation Output RF spectrum due to switching transients Power class Power control level Radio propagation condition profiles Signal strength Transmit burst timing Transmitter output power
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Appendix C. Allocated Radio Frequency Channel Number

The ARFCN is the channel to which the radio is assigned. Use Table C-1 to determine which ARFCN to use for the tests described in this document. Table C-1. ARFCN Selection Criteria
Term Low AFRCN Range Mid AFRCN Range High AFRCN Range GSM 1 to 5 60 to 65 120 to 124
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DCS 513 to 523 690 to 710 874 to 884
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Appendix D. Extreme Conditions

Extreme conditions refers to the DC supply voltage and temperature range over which the radio must be able to operate. For the Conexant chipset solution, the extreme supply voltage conditions are defined as 3.2 V to 3.75 V. The extreme temperature conditions are defined as 10 C to + 55 C. The temperature 10 C is padded to each constraint to test design robustness. During tests requiring extreme conditions, the temperature and voltage should be varied as in Table D-1. Table D-1. Temperature and Voltage Test Conditions
Test Case Condition Temperature (C) Voltage (V) 1 + 65 3.75 2 + 65 3.2 3 - 20 3.75 4 - 20 3.2
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Appendix E. Channel Numbers

The ARFCN, see Appendix C, designates the carrier frequency. Table E-1 illustrates how MS channel numbers and carrier frequencies are related to each other. Table E-1. Relationship Between MS Channel Numbers and Carrier Frequencies
Band GSM900 EGSM900 DCS1800 DCS1900 Transmitter Frequency FTx(n) = 890 + 0.2n FTx(n) = 890 + 0.2n FTx(n) = 890 + 0.2n (n 1024) FTx(n) = 1710.2 + 0.2n (n 512) FTx(n) = 1850.2 + 0.2n (n 512) Channel Number 1 n 124 0 n 124 975 n 1023 512 n 885 512 n 810
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Receive Frequency FRx(n) = FTx(n) + 45 FRx(n) = FTx(n) + 45 FRx(n) = FTx(n) + 95 FRx(n) = FTx(n) + 80
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Appendix F. Propagation Conditions

Radio propagation conditions refer to GSM 05.05 multipath propagation models. They are expressed by the following typical profiles: Static Rural Area (RA) Hilly Terrain (HT) Urban Area (TU) Equalization Test (EQ)
The non-static profiles are also related to typical MS speeds of movement expressed in kilometers per hour (km/h), for example, TU1,5, TU3, TU50, HT100, EQ50. This document uses the following conventions: Table F-1. Typical Profile Conventions
Term RA HT TUhigh TUlow EQ For GSM900 Represents RA250 HT100 TU50 TU3 EQ50
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For tests using ARFCN ranges, use Table F-2. Table F-2. ARFCN Range Test Profiles
Term Low ARFCN range Mid ARFCN range High ARFCN range GSM900 1 to 5 60 to 65 120 to 124 EGSM900 975 to 980 60 to 65 120 to 124
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Appendix G. Output Power22

The MS maximum output power and lowest control level shall be according to its power class as defined in Table G-1. Table G-1. MS Maximum Output Power and Lowest Control Level
Nominal Max Output Power Power Class 1 2 3 4 5 Note: GSM900 8W (39 dBm) 5W (37 dBm) 2W (33 dBm) 0.8W (29 dBm) DCS1800 1 W (30 dBm) 0.25 W (24 dBm) 4 W (36 dBm) DCS1900 1 W (30 dBm) 0.25 W (24 dBm) 2 W (33 dBm) Tolerance (dB) for Conditions Normal 2 2 2 2 2 Extreme 2.5 2.5 2.5 2.5 2.5
The lowest nominal output power for a GSM900 MS is 5 dBm. The lowest nominal output power for all classes of DCS1800 or DCS900 is 0 dBm.
The different power control levels needed for adaptive power control, see GSM 05.08, have nominal output power as defined in Table G-2. This starts from the power control level for the lowest nominal output power up to the power control level for the maximum nominal output power corresponding to the class of the particular MS as defined in Table G-1. Whenever a power control level commands the MS to use a nominal output power equal to or greater than the maximum nominal output power for the power class of the MS, the nominal output power transmitted shall be the maximum nominal output power for the MS class. The tolerance specified for that power class applies, see Table G-2. Table G-2. GSM900 Nominal Output Power and Tolerance Conditions
Power Control Level 0-2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Note: Nominal Output Power (dBm) 39 37 35 33 31 29 27 25 23 Tolerance (dB) for Conditions Normal 2 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 Extreme 2.5 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 Power Control Level 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19-31 Nominal Output Power (dBm) 21 19 17 15 13 11 9 7 5 Tolerance (dB) for Conditions Normal 3 3 3 3 3 5 5 5 5 Extreme 4 4 4 4 4 6 6 6 6
The following relationship exists between nominal power (dBm) and the power control level: nominal output power (dBm) = 43 2 x power level for power levels 2 power level 19.
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Table G-3. DCS1800 Nominal Output Power and Tolerance Conditions

Power Control Level 29 30 31 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 Nominal Output Power (dBm) 36 34 32 30 28 26 24 22 20 18 Tolerance (dB) for Conditions Normal 2 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 Extreme 2.5 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 Power Control Level 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15-28 Nominal Output Power (dBm) 16 14 12 10 8 6 4 2 0 Tolerance (dB) for Conditions Normal 3 3 3 3 3 4 4 5 5 Extreme 4 4 5 5 5 5 5 6 6
Note: For DCS1800, the power control levels 29, 30, and 31 are not used when transmitting the parameter MS_TXPWR_MAX_CCH on BCCH, for cross phase compatibility reasons. If levels greater than 30 dB are required from the MS during a random access attempt, then these shall be decoded from parameters on the BCCH as described in GSM 05.08.
Furthermore, the difference in output power actually transmitted by the MS between two power control levels where the difference in nominal output power indicates an increase of 2 dB, taking into account the restrictions due to power class, shall be 2 1.5 dB. Note: A 2 dB nominal difference in output power can exist for non-adjacent power control levels. The following examples apply: power control levels 18 and 22 for GSM900, power control levels 31 and 0 for class 3 DCS1800, and power control levels 3 and 6 for class 4 GSM900.
The base transmitter may require a change from any power control level to any power control level. Table G-4. PCS1900 Nominal Output Power and Tolerance Conditions
Power Control Level 22-29 30 31 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 Nominal Output Power (dBm) Reserved 33 32 30 28 26 24 22 20 18 Tolerance (dB) for conditions Normal Reserved 2 2 3 (Note) 3 3 3 (Note) 3 3 3 Extreme Reserved 2.5 2.5 4 (Note) 4 4 4 (Note) 4 4 4 Power Control Level 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16-21 Nominal Output Power (dBm) 16 14 12 10 8 6 4 2 0 Reserved Tolerance (dB) for conditions Normal 3 3 4 4 4 4 4 5 5 Reserved Extreme 4 4 5 5 5 5 5 6 6 Reserved
Note: Tolerance for MS Power Classes 1 and 2 is 2 dB nominal and 2.5 dB extreme at Power Control Levels 0 and 3 respectively.
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Mobile Station-in-Idle Mode Test ............................................................................ 2-4

Transmitter ............................................................................................................ 3-1

Intermodulation Attenuation Test ......................................................................... 3-15

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4.5 4.6 4.7

Intermodulation Rejection Test: Speech Channels................................................. 4-7

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Spurious Emissions Tests

Refer to GSM 11.10-1, section 12.1. 2.1.1 Equipment Setup

Directional Coupler/ Splitter

HP8922M GSM /DCS Test Set

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Measure Spurious Emissions below the Tx Band Test Procedures

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Table 2-2. Spurious Emission Limits

Limit Level (dBm) GSM900 36 30 30 30 DCS1800 36 30 36 30

Measure Spurious Emissions inside the Tx Band Test Procedures

Measure Spurious Emissions above the Tx Band Test Procedures

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Mobile Station-in-Idle Mode Test

Refer to GSM 11.10-1, section 12.1.

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Directional Coupler/ Splitter

Coupled Port 50 W Spectrum Analyzer HP8922M GSM /DCS Test Set

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Table 2-5. Measurement Bandwidths for Spurious Emissions in Idle Mode

Table 2-6. Spurious Emission Limits in Idle Mode

Limit Level (dBm) 47 53 47

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Phase Error and Frequency Error Test

Refer to GSM 11.10-1, section 13.1 3.1.1 Equipment Setup

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Output Power Test

Refer to GSM 11.10-1, section 13.3. 3.2.1 Equipment Setup

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Table 3-1. GSM and DCS Power Levels

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Output Burst Timing Test

Refer to GSM 11.10-1, section 13.3. 3.3.1 Equipment Setup