R&S TSMS8 Ultra-Wideband Mobile Network Scanner – As Rohde & Schwarz’s next‑generation test powerhouse, it is built on the core principles of “flexible upgrade, efficient measurement, and full‑scenario adaptability.” It offers a wideband test platform covering 10 MHz to 8.5 GHz, extendable to 53 GHz in the millimeter‑wave band, making it a forward‑looking benchmark for 6G technology and low‑altitude communications.

01 Core Advantages – Redefining the Test Experience

✓ Future‑ready performance expansion to seize the technological lead
Standard frequency coverage from 10 MHz to 8.5 GHz, expandable to 10 GHz with the R&S TSMS8‑KOR over‑range option, and further support for FR1 (Sub‑6 GHz) and FR2 millimeter‑wave measurements up to 53 GHz via downconverters. It perfectly covers the 7.125 GHz to 8.5 GHz 6G band highlighted by ITU, reserving ample headroom for future deployments. The 400 MHz ultra‑wide receiving bandwidth far exceeds the traditional 20 MHz level of conventional scanners, and the sweep speed reaches up to 463.5 GHz/s (10 MHz–8.5 GHz, 100 kHz RBW), supporting parallel measurements of all mainstream cellular standards, drastically improving test efficiency and reducing redundant operations.

✓ Full standard compatibility + precise analysis to cover diverse needs
Fully compatible with 5G NR (including RedCap, FRMCS), LTE (FDD/TDD/NTN/M), WCDMA, GSM, CDMA2000, NB‑IoT, C‑V2X LTE, TETRA and all other mainstream communication standards, easily meeting multi‑scenario test requirements. Supports MIB and SIB broadcast information decoding for all major 3GPP standards, enabling accurate detection of network configuration errors. The R&S TSMS8‑K40 option provides automatic channel detection, allowing automatic or manual configuration of all standards, significantly reducing setup time and enhancing ease of use.

✓ Flexible deployment + robust reliability for complex scenarios
Compact and portable, weighing only 550 g, with lock‑and‑coupling cascading of multiple units and downconverters, adaptable to vehicle‑mounted, walk‑test, fixed measurement, or drone‑borne deployment. Integrated multi‑GNSS receiver supporting GPS, BeiDou, Galileo, GLONASS, etc., with cold start acquisition time of just 26 seconds and update rate of 10 Hz, maintaining high positioning accuracy even under high‑speed mobility (e.g., high‑speed rail, low‑altitude aircraft) and dense urban environments. Operating temperature range from –10 °C to +55 °C, with vibration resistance, shock resistance, electromagnetic compatibility, and electrical safety, compliant with EN60068‑2‑6, EN61000 and other standards, ensuring stable operation in harsh outdoor and industrial environments.

✓ Rich software + open ecosystem to empower personalized needs
With R&S NESTOR software, it enables cellular network analysis, sensitive area protection, mobile phone location tracking, supporting online real‑time analysis and offline deep post‑processing. ROMES drive‑test software supports up to 8 test UEs in parallel measurements, covering entire lifecycle scenarios such as network engineering, optimization, and troubleshooting. Provides R&S TSMx‑API and ViComWeb GraphQL API, supporting personalized integration of all standards and measurement functions, perfectly adapted to OEM drive‑test toolchain development, and can be flexibly called via multiple platforms and programming languages, unlocking more application possibilities.

02 Core Functions – Precisely Empowering the Entire Test Workflow

Comprehensive key measurements:
Supports 5G NR SSB measurement (coverage and beamforming verification), RF power spectrum measurement (spectrum clearance), network synchronization detection (PPS pulse vs SSB time‑of‑arrival deviation), time‑gate measurement (uplink/downlink spectrum analysis and interference localization), covering all test needs.

High sensitivity and high accuracy:
LTE RSRP measurement sensitivity as low as –145 dBm, 5G NR SS‑RSRP as low as –151 dBm, time‑base accuracy 5 ns to 30 ns (depending on GNSS signal quality), ensuring reliable capture of weak signals and trustworthy measurement results.

Multi‑scenario adaptability:
Supports MIMO testing, EMF measurement, PCI error detection, regulatory compliance testing, etc., easily meeting diverse application needs such as base station installation acceptance, network optimization, and interference source localization.

03 Rich Accessories and Options – Flexible Configuration on Demand

Dedicated antennas:
Including R&S TSMS‑OMN8 omnidirectional antenna (350 MHz–8.5 GHz), R&S TSMS‑OMN70 millimeter‑wave antenna (17 GHz–53 GHz), R&S HE400LP directional antenna, etc., with magnetic (drive‑test) and non‑magnetic (fixed measurement) antenna mounts, adapted to different frequency bands and deployment scenarios.

Accessory equipment:
Rack adapters, downconverters (R&S TSME44DC / R&S TSMS53DC), synchronization cables, AC power supply (R&S TSMS‑Z1), portable case, etc., all available to meet fixed installation, band extension, mobile testing, and other diversified deployment needs.

Software options:
Provide scanning options for each standard (5G NR, LTE, WCDMA, etc.), automatic channel detection, I/Q data streaming, and other functional extensions, which can be flexibly configured according to actual needs to create a customized test solution.

04 Diverse Application Scenarios – Empowering Different Industry Needs

• Regulatory authorities: For spectrum monitoring, interference investigation, sensitive area protection, communication compliance testing, safeguarding the order and security of the communication environment.

• Telecom operators: Support network engineering optimization, quality monitoring, base station acceptance, interference source localization, multi‑network benchmark measurement, improving network operation quality and efficiency.

• Research & enterprises: Facilitate 6G technology pre‑research, new band testing, communication equipment R&D validation, IoT (NB‑IoT) and C‑V2X testing, low‑altitude economy related test applications, accelerating technological innovation and product deployment.