5G tester | 5G test equipment

The smarter way to test

Building a rock-solid network that’s massively scalable and able to support new 5G services demanded by customers can be challenging—unless you have the right tools and procedures in place. EXFO’s FTB 5GPro test kit empowers technicians and contractors to efficiently validate next-gen fiber-based mobile networks and ensures your 5G deployment is done right.

Key features

Fiber connector inspection to detect dirty or damaged connectors (at each connection point)

iOLM for fiber link characterization to detect issues on the fiber span potentially impacting total budget loss (dB), such as macrobends, splices, bad connectors and fiber breaks

Fully automated RF spectrum analysis over CPRI (iORF) to identify issues like RF interference and PIM

RF spectrum analysis with FR1 (sub-6 GHz) and FR2 (mmWave), includes TDD gated sweep and 5G SSB

Timing and synchronization validation over fiber (1588-PTP, SyncE and Wander/TE) and over the air

eCPRI 10G and 25G link validation using BER and QoS metrics like latency testing

CPRI link validation from 1.2 Gbit/s to 10.1 Gbit/s using BER and latency testing

Up to 100G Ethernet testing with iSAM—intelligent service activation methodology—based on ITU-T Y.1564 and RFC 6349 standards

iOptics test application to efficiently evaluate the proper operation of transceiver interfaces from 1G to 100G

Applications

FTTx network testing

RF over-the-air (OTA) testing

5G transport network validation (fronthaul, midhaul, backhaul)

RAN testing & troubleshooting (small cells, C-RAN, DAS)

CWDM/DWDM network validation

Ethernet/IP network testing and troubleshooting up to 100G

Fixed wireless access testing & troubleshooting

Where power meets simplicity

Leveraging the powerful and intelligent FTB-1 Pro handheld test platform, the FTB 5GPro is a comprehensive and future-proof solution that takes the guesswork out of test setup, execution and analysis.

The FTB 5GPro is designed to boost field-testing efficiency and deliver high-quality 5G and 4G/LTE networks, on time:

Follows standardized, field-proven test procedures
Enables technicians at any skill level to instantly interpret results and accelerate outcomes
Addresses any potential issues when installing, activating and maintaining mobile networks

FTB 5GPro test kit—helping you get 5G networks up and running fast

A versatile solution empowering field technicians and contractors to efficiently test fiber, RF and the transport network—from the core to the tower and all the way to your subscribers.

Fiber connector inspection
Fiber link characterization
Multi-protocol testing (CPRI, eCPRI/ORAN and Ethernet up to 100G)
Timing and synchronization over fiber and over the air
RF spectrum analysis (sub-6 GHz and mmWave)
Intelligent RF spectrum analysis over CPRI
Optical transceiver validation

Analyzing RF spectrum over CPRI doesn't have to be rocket science.

The intelligent OpticalRF (iORF) test application allows technicians to configure, analyze and diagnose RF interference and PIM issues in minutes―without needing to be an RF expert. The one-button, fully automated test application provides complete analysis of the RF spectrum with a pass or fail verdict.

Solve RF issues faster than ever!

Ready to adapt as your network transforms, our flexible, modular platform lets field techs analyze FR1 (sub-6 GHz) and FR2 (mmWave) bands with a single solution for extreme flexibility and upgradeability. Designed and built specifically for today's field techs, the 5GPro Spectrum Analyzer with over-the-air (OTA) measurements delivers an easy-to-perform and easy-to-interpret experience.

5G done right: automated 3-step process

EXFO's proven, automated 3-step process drives operational excellence through best practice testing. Our one-touch, automated processes simplify and speed up testing and validation to boost efficiency out in the field. From installation and activation to maintenance and troubleshooting, EXFO's field-focused solutions ensure 5G is done right, the first time.

Step 1: Inspect the fiber connectors
Step 2: Perform fiber link characterization
Step 3: Validate RAN equipment