6.5A Output RF spectrum emissions for CA

38.521-23GPPNRPart 2: Range 2 StandaloneRadio transmission and receptionRelease 17TSUser Equipment (UE) conformance specification

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6.5A.1 Occupied bandwidth for CA

6.5A.1.0 Minimum conformance requirements

The normative reference for this requirement is TS 38.101-2 [3] clause 6.5A.1.

6.5A.1.0.0 General

The occupied bandwidth for UL CA is defined as a directional requirement. The requirement is verified in beam locked mode on beam peak direction. In case the CA configuration consists of a single UL CC, the occupied bandwidth requirement defined in subclause 6.5.1 applies.

6.5A.1.0.1 Occupied bandwidth for intra-band contiguous UL CA

For intra-band contiguous UL carrier aggregation, the occupied bandwidth is a measure of the bandwidth containing 99 % of the total integrated power of the transmitted spectrum. The occupied bandwidth for UL CA shall be less than the UL aggregated channel bandwidth defined in clause 5.3A.

6.5A.1.0.2 Occupied bandwidth for intra-band non-contiguous UL CA

TBD

6.5A.1.1 Occupied bandwidth for CA (2UL CA)

Editor’s note: This clause is incomplete. The following aspects are either missing or not yet determined:

Measurement Uncertainties and Test Tolerances for intra-band contiguous CA supporting aggregated BW > 400MHz and for intra-band non-contiguous CA are TBD
Measurement Uncertainties and Test Tolerances are FFS
TP analysis is FFS
For a transition period of 2 meeting cycles after the test case is complete, the stability and repeatability of test procedure with PHR (variant b) for Rel-15 UEs is under evaluation.

6.5A.1.1.1 Test purpose

To verify that the UE occupied bandwidth for all transmission bandwidth configurations supported by the UE are less than their specific limits.

6.5A.1.1.2 Test applicability

This test case applies to all types of NR UE release 15 and forward that supports FR2 2UL CA.

6.5A.1.1.3 Minimum conformance requirements

The minimum conformance requirements are defined in clause 6.5A.1.0.

6.5A.1.1.4 Test description

6.5A.1.1.4.1 Initial condition

Initial conditions are a set of test configurations the UE needs to be tested in and the steps for the SS to take with the UE to reach the correct measurement state.

The initial test configurations consist of environmental conditions, test frequencies, test channel bandwidths and sub-carrier spacing based on NR CA configuration specified in clause 5.5A. All of these configurations shall be tested with applicable test parameters for each CA combination and subcarrier spacing, are shown in Table 6.5A.1.1.4.1-1. The details of the uplink reference measurement channels (RMCs) are specified in Annexes A.2. Configurations of PDSCH and PDCCH before measurement are specified in Annex C.2.

Table 6.5A.1.1.4.1-1: Test Configuration Table

Default Conditions
Test Environment as specified in TS 38.508-1 [10] subclause 4.1				Normal
Test Frequencies as specified in TS 38.508-1 [10] subclause 4.3.1.2.3 for different CA bandwidth classes.				Mid range
Test CC combination setting as specified in TS 38.508-1 [10] subclause 4.3.1.2.3 for the CA Configuration across bandwidth combination sets supported by the UE.				Highest aggregated BW of the CA configuration
Test SCS as specified in Table 5.3.5-1.				Lowest
Test Parameters
Test ID	CC	ChBw(MHz)	Test frequency	DL RB allocation	UL Modulation	UL RB allocation (Note 1)
1	PCC	Default	Default	–	CP-OFDM QPSK	Outer_Full
	SCC				CP-OFDM QPSK	Outer_Full
NOTE 1: The specific configuration of each RB allocation is defined in Table 6.1-1 for PC2, PC3 and PC4 or Table 6.1-2 for PC1. NOTE 2: Number of DL CCs shall be configured the same as number of UL CCs. The requirements are appliable as per 5.3A.4: "The requirements are applicable only when Uplink CCs are configured within the frequency range between lower edge of lowest downlink component carrier and upper edge of highest downlink component carrier".

1. Connection between SS and UE is shown in TS 38.508-1 [10] Annex A, Figure A.3.3.1.1 for TE diagram and Figure A.3.4.1.1 for UE diagram.

2. The parameter settings for the cell are set up according to TS 38.508-1 [10] clause 4.4.3.

3. Downlink signals are initially set up according to Annex C, and uplink signals according to Annex G.

4. The UL Reference Measurement Channel is set according to Table 6.5A.1.1.4.1-1.

5. Propagation conditions are set according to Annex B.0.

6. Ensure the UE is in State RRC_CONNECTED with generic procedure parameters Connectivity NR, Connected without release On, Test Mode On and Test Loop Function On according to TS 38.508-1 [10] clause 4.5. Message contents are defined in clause 6.5A.1.1.4.3.

6.5A.1.1.4.2 Test procedure

1. Configure SCC according to Annex C.0, C.1, C.2, and C.3.0 for all downlink physical channels.

2. The SS shall configure SCC as per TS 38.508-1 [10] clause 5.5.1. Message contents are defined in clause 6.5A.1.1.4.3.

3. Apply the test step based on the 5G NR UE Release:

3a. For Release 16 and forward 5G NR UEs: SS applies a backoff on the PCell powerby activating the UE Power Limit Function (UPLF). The ACTIVATE POWER LIMIT REQUEST procedure is performed as specified in TS 38.508-1 [10] clause 4.9.32 using condition ‘NR FR2 2CA’. UE shall transmit ACTIVATE POWER LIMIT RESPONSE to SS. Go to step 4.

3b. For Release 15 5G NR UEs: No action.

4. SS activates SCC by sending the activation MAC CE (Refer TS 38.321 [28], clauses 5.9, 6.1.3.10). Wait for at least 2 seconds (Refer TS 38.133[25], clause 9.2).

5. SS sends uplink scheduling information for each UL HARQ process via PDCCH DCI format 0_1 for C_RNTI to schedule the UL RMC according to Table 6.5A.1.1.4.1-1 on both PCC and SCC(s). Since the UE has no payload and no loopback data to send the UE sends uplink MAC padding bits on the UL RMC.

6. Set the UE in the Tx beam peak direction found with a 3D EIRP scan as performed in Annex K.1.1. Allow at least BEAM_SELECT_WAIT_TIME (NOTE 1) for the UE Tx beam selection to complete.

7. Apply the test step based on the 5G NR UE Release:

7a. For Release 16 and forward 5G NR UEs: Send continuously uplink power control "up" commands in every uplink scheduling information to the UE; allow at least 200 ms for the UE to reach maximum output power. Allow at least BEAM_SELECT_WAIT_TIME (NOTE 1) for the UE Tx beam selection to complete.

7b For Release 15 5G NR UEs: Send uplink power control commands in uplink scheduling information to the UE per UL CC until the Power Headroom Report (PHR) from the UE for each UL CC is at the target value according to Table 6.2A.2.1.4.2-1. ; allow at least 200 ms for the UE to reach maximum output power. Allow at least BEAM_SELECT_WAIT_TIME (NOTE 1) for the UE Tx beam selection to complete.

8. Measure the EIRP spectrum distribution over all component carriers within 1.5 times or more frequency range over the requirement for Occupied Bandwidth for CA specification centring on the centre of aggregated channel bandwidth. The characteristics of the filter shall be approximately Gaussian (typical spectrum analyser filter). The measuring duration is one active uplink subframe. EIRP is captured from both polarizations, theta and phi.

9. Calculate the total EIRP from both polarizations, theta and phi, within the range of all frequencies measured in step 4 and save this value as “Total EIRP”. EIRP measurement procedure is defined in Annex K.

10. Identify the measurement window whose centre is aligned on the centre of the channel for which the sum of the power measured in theta and phi polarization is 99% of the “Total EIRP”.

11. The “Occupied Bandwidth” is the width of the measurement window obtained in step 9.

12. Apply the test step based on the 5G NR UE Release:

12a. For Release 16 and forward 5G NR UEs: SS deactivates the UE Power Limit Function (UPLF) by performing the DEACTIVATE POWER LIMIT REQUEST procedure as specified in TS 38.508-1 [10] clause 4.9.33.

12a. For Release 15 5G NR UEs: No action.

NOTE 1: The BEAM_SELECT_WAIT_TIME default value is defined in Annex K.1.1.

6.5A.1.1.4.3 Message contents

Message contents are according to TS 38.508-1 [10] subclause 4.6 with the following exceptions for Release 15 5G NR UE.

Table 6.5A.1.1.4.3: PUSCH-PowerControl

Derivation Path: TS 38.508-1 [10], Table 4.6.3-120
Information Element	Value/remark	Comment	Condition
PUSCH-PowerControl ::= SEQUENCE {
tpc-Accumulation	disabled
p0-AlphaSets SEQUENCE (SIZE (1..maxNrofP0-PUSCH-AlphaSets)) OF SEQUENCE {	1 entry
P0-PUSCH-AlphaSet[1] SEQUENCE {
alpha	alpha0
}
}
}

6.5A.1.1.5 Test requirement

The measured Occupied Bandwidth shall not exceed the aggregated channel bandwidth defined in subclause 5.5A.

6.5A.1.2 Occupied bandwidth for CA (3UL CA)

Editor’s note: This clause is incomplete. The following aspects are either missing or not yet determined:

Measurement Uncertainties and Test Tolerances for intra-band contiguous CA supporting aggregated BW > 400MHz and for intra-band non-contiguous CA are TBD
Measurement Uncertainties and Test Tolerances are FFS
TP analysis is FFS

6.5A.1.2.1 Test purpose

To verify that the UE occupied bandwidth for all transmission bandwidth configurations supported by the UE are less than their specific limits.

6.5A.1.2.2 Test applicability

This test case applies to all types of NR UE release 15 and forward that supports FR2 3UL CA.

6.5A.1.2.3 Minimum conformance requirements

The minimum conformance requirements are defined in clause 6.5A.1.0.

6.5A.1.2.4 Test description

Same as in clause 6.5A.1.1.4 with following exceptions:

– Instead of Table 6.5A.1.1.4.1-1🡪 use Table 6.5A.1.2.4-1.

Table 6.5A.1.2.4-1: Test Configuration Table

Default Conditions
Test Environment as specified in TS 38.508-1 [10] subclause 4.1				Normal
Test Frequencies as specified in TS 38.508-1 [10] subclause 4.3.1.2.3 for different CA bandwidth classes.				Mid range
Test CC combination setting as specified in TS 38.508-1 [10] subclause 4.3.1.2.3 for the CA Configuration across bandwidth combination sets supported by the UE.				Highest aggregated BW of the CA configuration
Test SCS as specified in Table 5.3.5-1.				Lowest
Test Parameters
Test ID	CC	ChBw(MHz)	Test frequency	DL RB allocation	UL Modulation	UL RB allocation (Note 1)
1	PCC	Default	Default	–	CP-OFDM QPSK	Outer_Full
	SCC1				CP-OFDM QPSK	Outer_Full
	SCC2				CP-OFDM QPSK	Outer_Full
NOTE 1: The specific configuration of each RB allocation is defined in Table 6.1-1 for PC2, PC3 and PC4 or Table 6.1-2 for PC1. NOTE 2: Number of DL CCs shall be configured the same as number of UL CCs. The requirements are appliable as per 5.3A.4: "The requirements are applicable only when Uplink CCs are configured within the frequency range between lower edge of lowest downlink component carrier and upper edge of highest downlink component carrier".

6.5A.1.2.5 Test requirement

The measured Occupied Bandwidth shall not exceed the aggregated channel bandwidth defined in subclause 5.5A.

6.5A.1.3 Occupied bandwidth for CA (4UL CA)

Editor’s note: This clause is incomplete. The following aspects are either missing or not yet determined:

Measurement Uncertainties and Test Tolerances for intra-band contiguous CA supporting aggregated BW > 400MHz and for intra-band non-contiguous CA are TBD
Measurement Uncertainties and Test Tolerances are FFS
TP analysis is FFS
This test case is incomplete until a suitable solution for preventing SCell drop is implemented in the test procedure.

6.5A.1.3.1 Test purpose

To verify that the UE occupied bandwidth for all transmission bandwidth configurations supported by the UE are less than their specific limits.

6.5A.1.3.2 Test applicability

This test case applies to all types of NR UE release 15 and forward that supports FR2 4UL CA.

6.5A.1.3.3 Minimum conformance requirements

The minimum conformance requirements are defined in clause 6.5A.1.0.

6.5A.1.3.4 Test description

Same as in clause 6.5A.1.1.4 with following exceptions:

– Instead of Table 6.5A.1.1.4.1-1🡪 use Table 6.5A.1.3.4-1.

Table 6.5A.1.3.4-1: Test Configuration Table

Default Conditions
Test Environment as specified in TS 38.508-1 [10] subclause 4.1				Normal
Test Frequencies as specified in TS 38.508-1 [10] subclause 4.3.1.2.3 for different CA bandwidth classes.				Mid range
Test CC combination setting as specified in TS 38.508-1 [10] subclause 4.3.1.2.3 for the CA Configuration across bandwidth combination sets supported by the UE.				Highest aggregated BW of the CA configuration
Test SCS as specified in Table 5.3.5-1.				Lowest
Test Parameters
Test ID	CC	ChBw(MHz)	Test frequency	DL RB allocation	UL Modulation	UL RB allocation (Note 1)
1	PCC	Default	Default	–	CP-OFDM QPSK	Outer_Full
	SCC1				CP-OFDM QPSK	Outer_Full
	SCC2				CP-OFDM QPSK	Outer_Full
	SCC3				CP-OFDM QPSK	Outer_Full
NOTE 1: The specific configuration of each RB allocation is defined in Table 6.1-1 for PC2, PC3 and PC4 or Table 6.1-2 for PC1. NOTE 2: Number of DL CCs shall be configured the same as number of UL CCs. The requirements are appliable as per 5.3A.4: "The requirements are applicable only when Uplink CCs are configured within the frequency range between lower edge of lowest downlink component carrier and upper edge of highest downlink component carrier".

6.5A.1.3.5 Test requirement

The measured Occupied Bandwidth shall not exceed the aggregated channel bandwidth defined in subclause 5.5A.

6.5A.1.4 Occupied bandwidth for CA (5UL CA)

Editor’s note: This clause is incomplete. The following aspects are either missing or not yet determined:

Measurement Uncertainties and Test Tolerances for intra-band contiguous CA supporting aggregated BW > 400MHz and for intra-band non-contiguous CA are TBD
Measurement Uncertainties and Test Tolerances are FFS
TP analysis is FFS

6.5A.1.4.1 Test purpose

To verify that the UE occupied bandwidth for all transmission bandwidth configurations supported by the UE are less than their specific limits.

6.5A.1.4.2 Test applicability

This test case applies to all types of NR UE release 15 and forward that supports FR2 5UL CA.

6.5A.1.4.3 Minimum conformance requirements

The minimum conformance requirements are defined in clause 6.5A.1.0.

6.5A.1.4.4 Test description

Same as in clause 6.5A.1.1.4 with following exceptions:

– Instead of Table 6.5A.1.1.4.1-1🡪 use Table 6.5A.1.4.4-1.

Table 6.5A.1.4.4-1: Test Configuration Table

Default Conditions
Test Environment as specified in TS 38.508-1 [10] subclause 4.1				Normal
Test Frequencies as specified in TS 38.508-1 [10] subclause 4.3.1.2.3 for different CA bandwidth classes.				Mid range
Test CC combination setting as specified in TS 38.508-1 [10] subclause 4.3.1.2.3 for the CA Configuration across bandwidth combination sets supported by the UE.				Highest aggregated BW of the CA configuration
Test SCS as specified in Table 5.3.5-1.				Lowest
Test Parameters
Test ID	CC	ChBw(MHz)	Test frequency	DL RB allocation	UL Modulation	UL RB allocation (Note 1)
1	PCC	Default	Default	–	CP-OFDM QPSK	Outer_Full
	SCC1				CP-OFDM QPSK	Outer_Full
	SCC2				CP-OFDM QPSK	Outer_Full
	SCC3				CP-OFDM QPSK	Outer_Full
	SCC4				CP-OFDM QPSK	Outer_Full
NOTE 1: The specific configuration of each RB allocation is defined in Table 6.1-1 for PC2, PC3 and PC4 or Table 6.1-2 for PC1. NOTE 2: Number of DL CCs shall be configured the same as number of UL CCs. The requirements are appliable as per 5.3A.4: "The requirements are applicable only when Uplink CCs are configured within the frequency range between lower edge of lowest downlink component carrier and upper edge of highest downlink component carrier".

6.5A.1.4.5 Test requirement

The measured Occupied Bandwidth shall not exceed the aggregated channel bandwidth defined in subclause 5.5A.

6.5A.1.5 Occupied bandwidth for CA (6UL CA)

Editor’s note: This clause is incomplete. The following aspects are either missing or not yet determined:

Measurement Uncertainties and Test Tolerances for intra-band contiguous CA supporting aggregated BW > 400MHz and for intra-band non-contiguous CA are TBD
Measurement Uncertainties and Test Tolerances are FFS
TP analysis is FFS
This test case is incomplete until a suitable solution for preventing SCell drop is implemented in the test procedure.

6.5A.1.5.1 Test purpose

To verify that the UE occupied bandwidth for all transmission bandwidth configurations supported by the UE are less than their specific limits.

6.5A.1.5.2 Test applicability

This test case applies to all types of NR UE release 15 and forward that supports FR2 6UL CA.

6.5A.1.5.3 Minimum conformance requirements

The minimum conformance requirements are defined in clause 6.5A.1.0.

6.5A.1.5.4 Test description

Same as in clause 6.5A.1.1.4 with following exceptions:

– Instead of Table 6.5A.1.1.4.1-1🡪 use Table 6.5A.1.5.4-1.

Table 6.5A.1.5.4-1: Test Configuration Table

Default Conditions
Test Environment as specified in TS 38.508-1 [10] subclause 4.1				Normal
Test Frequencies as specified in TS 38.508-1 [10] subclause 4.3.1.2.3 for different CA bandwidth classes.				Mid range
Test CC combination setting as specified in TS 38.508-1 [10] subclause 4.3.1.2.3 for the CA Configuration across bandwidth combination sets supported by the UE.				Highest aggregated BW of the CA configuration
Test SCS as specified in Table 5.3.5-1.				Lowest
Test Parameters
Test ID	CC	ChBw(MHz)	Test frequency	DL RB allocation	UL Modulation	UL RB allocation (Note 1)
1	PCC	Default	Default	–	CP-OFDM QPSK	Outer_Full
	SCC1				CP-OFDM QPSK	Outer_Full
	SCC2				CP-OFDM QPSK	Outer_Full
	SCC3				CP-OFDM QPSK	Outer_Full
	SCC4				CP-OFDM QPSK	Outer_Full
	SCC5				CP-OFDM QPSK	Outer_Full
NOTE 1: The specific configuration of each RB allocation is defined in Table 6.1-1 for PC2, PC3 and PC4 or Table 6.1-2 for PC1. NOTE 2: Number of DL CCs shall be configured the same as number of UL CCs. The requirements are appliable as per 5.3A.4: "The requirements are applicable only when Uplink CCs are configured within the frequency range between lower edge of lowest downlink component carrier and upper edge of highest downlink component carrier".

6.5A.1.5.5 Test requirement

The measured Occupied Bandwidth shall not exceed the aggregated channel bandwidth defined in subclause 5.5A.

6.5A.1.6 Occupied bandwidth for CA (7UL CA)

Editor’s note: This clause is incomplete. The following aspects are either missing or not yet determined:

Measurement Uncertainties and Test Tolerances for intra-band contiguous CA supporting aggregated BW > 400MHz and for intra-band non-contiguous CA are TBD
Measurement Uncertainties and Test Tolerances are FFS
TP analysis is FFS

6.5A.1.6.1 Test purpose

To verify that the UE occupied bandwidth for all transmission bandwidth configurations supported by the UE are less than their specific limits.

6.5A.1.6.2 Test applicability

This test case applies to all types of NR UE release 15 and forward that supports FR2 7UL CA.

6.5A.1.6.3 Minimum conformance requirements

The minimum conformance requirements are defined in clause 6.5A.1.0.

6.5A.1.6.4 Test description

Same as in clause 6.5A.1.1.4 with following exceptions:

– Instead of Table 6.5A.1.1.4.1-1🡪 use Table 6.5A.1.6.4-1.

Table 6.5A.1.6.4-1: Test Configuration Table

Default Conditions
Test Environment as specified in TS 38.508-1 [10] subclause 4.1				Normal
Test Frequencies as specified in TS 38.508-1 [10] subclause 4.3.1.2.3 for different CA bandwidth classes.				Mid range
Test CC combination setting as specified in TS 38.508-1 [10] subclause 4.3.1.2.3 for the CA Configuration across bandwidth combination sets supported by the UE.				Highest aggregated BW of the CA configuration
Test SCS as specified in Table 5.3.5-1.				Lowest
Test Parameters
Test ID	CC	ChBw(MHz)	Test frequency	DL RB allocation	UL Modulation	UL RB allocation (Note 1)
1	PCC	Default	Default	–	CP-OFDM QPSK	Outer_Full
	SCC1				CP-OFDM QPSK	Outer_Full
	SCC2				CP-OFDM QPSK	Outer_Full
	SCC3				CP-OFDM QPSK	Outer_Full
	SCC4				CP-OFDM QPSK	Outer_Full
	SCC5				CP-OFDM QPSK	Outer_Full
	SCC6				CP-OFDM QPSK	Outer_Full
NOTE 1: The specific configuration of each RB allocation is defined in Table 6.1-1 for PC2, PC3 and PC4 or Table 6.1-2 for PC1. NOTE 2: Number of DL CCs shall be configured the same as number of UL CCs. The requirements are appliable as per 5.3A.4: "The requirements are applicable only when Uplink CCs are configured within the frequency range between lower edge of lowest downlink component carrier and upper edge of highest downlink component carrier".

6.5A.1.6.5 Test requirement

The measured Occupied Bandwidth shall not exceed the aggregated channel bandwidth defined in subclause 5.5A.

6.5A.1.7 Occupied bandwidth for CA (8UL CA)

Editor’s note: This clause is incomplete. The following aspects are either missing or not yet determined:

Measurement Uncertainties and Test Tolerances for intra-band contiguous CA supporting aggregated BW > 400MHz and for intra-band non-contiguous CA are TBD
Measurement Uncertainties and Test Tolerances are FFS
TP analysis is FFS
This test case is incomplete until a suitable solution for preventing SCell drop is implemented in the test procedure.

6.5A.1.7.1 Test purpose

To verify that the UE occupied bandwidth for all transmission bandwidth configurations supported by the UE are less than their specific limits.

6.5A.1.7.2 Test applicability

This test case applies to all types of NR UE release 15 and forward that supports FR2 8UL CA.

6.5A.1.7.3 Minimum conformance requirements

The minimum conformance requirements are defined in clause 6.5A.1.0.

6.5A.1.7.4 Test description

Same as in clause 6.5A.1.1.4 with following exceptions:

– Instead of Table 6.5A.1.1.4.1-1🡪 use Table 6.5A.1.7.4-1.

Table 6.5A.1.7.4-1: Test Configuration Table

Default Conditions
Test Environment as specified in TS 38.508-1 [10] subclause 4.1				Normal
Test Frequencies as specified in TS 38.508-1 [10] subclause 4.3.1.2.3 for different CA bandwidth classes.				Mid range
Test CC combination setting as specified in TS 38.508-1 [10] subclause 4.3.1.2.3 for the CA Configuration across bandwidth combination sets supported by the UE.				Highest aggregated BW of the CA configuration
Test SCS as specified in Table 5.3.5-1.				Lowest
Test Parameters
Test ID	CC	ChBw(MHz)	Test frequency	DL RB allocation	UL Modulation	UL RB allocation (Note 1)
1	PCC	Default	Default	–	CP-OFDM QPSK	Outer_Full
	SCC1				CP-OFDM QPSK	Outer_Full
	SCC2				CP-OFDM QPSK	Outer_Full
	SCC3				CP-OFDM QPSK	Outer_Full
	SCC4				CP-OFDM QPSK	Outer_Full
	SCC5				CP-OFDM QPSK	Outer_Full
	SCC6				CP-OFDM QPSK	Outer_Full
	SCC7				CP-OFDM QPSK	Outer_Full
NOTE 1: The specific configuration of each RB allocation is defined in Table 6.1-1 for PC2, PC3 and PC4 or Table 6.1-2 for PC1. NOTE 2: Number of DL CCs shall be configured the same as number of UL CCs. The requirements are appliable as per 5.3A.4: "The requirements are applicable only when Uplink CCs are configured within the frequency range between lower edge of lowest downlink component carrier and upper edge of highest downlink component carrier".

6.5A.1.7.5 Test requirement

The measured Occupied Bandwidth shall not exceed the aggregated channel bandwidth defined in subclause 5.5A.

6.5A.2 Out of band emission for CA

6.5A.2.1 Spectrum Emission Mask for CA

6.5A.2.1.0 Minimum conformance requirements

The normative reference for this requirement is TS 38.101-2 [3] clause 6.5A.2.1.

6.5A.2.1.0.0 General

The requirements specified in this clause shall apply if the UE has at least one of UL or DL configured for CA or if the UE is configured for single CC operation with different channel bandwidths in UL and DL carriers. In case the CA configuration consists of a single UL CC, spectrum emission mask defined in subclause 6.5.2.1 applies. Spectral emission mask requirements do not apply at any frequency where IBE requirements of clause 6.4A.2.3 apply.

The requirement is verified in beam locked mode with the test metric of TRP (Link=TX beam peak direction).

6.5A.2.1.0.1 Spectrum emission mask for intra-band contiguous UL CA

For intra-band contiguous UL carrier aggregation, the spectrum emission mask of the UE applies to frequencies (Δf_OOB) starting from the ± edge of the UL aggregated channel bandwidth (Table 5.3A.4-1). For any bandwidth class defined in Table 5.3A.4-1, the UE emission shall not exceed the levels specified in Table 6.5A.2.1.0.1-1.

Table 6.5A.2.1.0.1-1: General NR spectrum emission mask for intra-band contiguous CA in frequency range 2

Δf_OOB (MHz)	Any carrier aggregation bandwidth class	Measurement bandwidth
± 0-0.1*BW_{Channel_CA}	-5	1 MHz
± 0.1BW_{Channel_CA} -2BW_{Channel_CA}	-13	1 MHz
NOTE 1: (void)

6.5A.2.1.0.2 Spectrum emission mask for intra-band non-contiguous UL CA

TBD

6.5A.2.1.1 Spectrum Emission Mask for CA (2UL CA)

Editor’s note: The following aspects are either missing or not yet determined:

Measurement Uncertainties and Test Tolerances for intra-band contiguous CA supporting aggregated BW > 400MHz
Measurement Uncertainties and Test Tolerances are FFS for power class 1, 2 and 4
For a transition period until RAN#99, the stability and repeatability of test procedure with PHR (variant b) for Rel-15 UEs is under evaluation.
Test for DL intra-band non-contiguous configurations with UL intra-band contiguous configuration is FFS.

6.5A.2.1.1.1 Test purpose

To verify that the power of any UE emission shall not exceed specified levels for the specified channel bandwidth for CA.

6.5A.2.1.1.2 Test applicability

This test case applies to all types of NR UE release 15 and forward that supports FR2 2UL CA.

6.5A.2.1.1.3 Minimum conformance requirements

The minimum conformance requirements are defined in clause 6.5A.2.1.0.

6.5A.2.1.1.4 Test description

6.5A.2.1.1.4.1 Initial condition

Initial conditions are a set of test configurations the UE needs to be tested in and the steps for the SS to take with the UE to reach the correct measurement state.

The initial test configurations consist of environmental conditions, test frequencies, test channel bandwidths and sub-carrier spacing based on NR CA configurations specified in clause 5.5A. All of these configurations shall be tested with applicable test parameters for each CA combination and subcarrier spacing, are shown in Table 6.5A.2.1.1.4.1-1. The details of the uplink reference measurement channels (RMCs) are specified in Annexes A.2. Configurations of PDSCH and PDCCH before measurement are specified in Annex C.2.

Table 6.5A.2.1.1.4.1-1: Test Configuration Table

Default Conditions
Test Environment as specified in TS 38.508-1 [10] subclause 4.1				Normal
Test Frequencies as specified in TS 38.508-1 [10] subclause 4.3.1.2.3 and 4.3.1.2.4 for different CA bandwidth classes.				For intra-band contiguous CA: Mid range. For intra-band non-contiguous CA: FFS.
Test CC combination setting as specified in TS 38.508-1 [10] subclause 4.3.1.2.3 and 4.3.1.2.4 for the CA Configuration across bandwidth combination sets supported by the UE.				Highest aggregated BW of the CA configuration
Test SCS as specified in Table 5.3.5-1.				Lowest, Highest
Test Parameters
Test ID	CC	ChBw(MHz)	Test frequency	DL RB allocation	UL Modulation	UL RB allocation (Note 1)
1	PCC	Default	Default	–	DFT-s-OFDM PI/2 BPSK	Outer_1RB_Left
1	SCCs				DFT-s-OFDM PI/2 BPSK	Outer_1RB_Left
2	PCC				DFT-s-OFDM PI/2 BPSK	Outer_1RB_Right
2	SCCs				DFT-s-OFDM PI/2 BPSK	Outer_1RB_Right
3	PCC				DFT-s-OFDM PI/2 BPSK	Outer_Full
3	SCCs				DFT-s-OFDM PI/2 BPSK	Outer_Full
4	PCC				DFT-s-OFDM QPSK	Outer_1RB_Left
4	SCCs				DFT-s-OFDM QPSK	Outer_1RB_Left
5	PCC				DFT-s-OFDM QPSK	Outer_1RB_Right
5	SCCs				DFT-s-OFDM QPSK	Outer_1RB_Right
6	PCC				DFT-s-OFDM QPSK	Outer_Full
6	SCCs				DFT-s-OFDM QPSK	Outer_Full
7	PCC				DFT-s-OFDM 16QAM	Outer_1RB_Left
7	SCCs				DFT-s-OFDM 16QAM	Outer_1RB_Left
8	PCC				DFT-s-OFDM 16QAM	Outer_1RB_Right
8	SCCs				DFT-s-OFDM 16QAM	Outer_1RB_Right
9	PCC				DFT-s-OFDM 16QAM	Outer_Full
9	SCCs				DFT-s-OFDM 16QAM	Outer_Full
10	PCC				DFT-s-OFDM 64QAM	Outer_1RB_Left
10	SCCs				DFT-s-OFDM 64QAM	Outer_1RB_Left
11	PCC				DFT-s-OFDM 64QAM	Outer_1RB_Right
11	SCCs				DFT-s-OFDM 64QAM	Outer_1RB_Right
12	PCC				DFT-s-OFDM 64QAM	Outer_Full
12	SCCs				DFT-s-OFDM 64QAM	Outer_Full
13	PCC				CP-OFDM QPSK	Outer_1RB_Left
13	SCCs				CP-OFDM QPSK	Outer_1RB_Left
14	PCC				CP-OFDM QPSK	Outer_1RB_Right
14	SCCs				CP-OFDM QPSK	Outer_1RB_Right
15	PCC				CP-OFDM QPSK	Outer_Full
15	SCCs				CP-OFDM QPSK	Outer_Full
NOTE 1: The specific configuration of each RB allocation is defined in Table 6.1-1 for PC2, PC3 and PC4 or Table 6.1-2 for PC1.

1. Connection between SS and UE is shown in TS 38.508-1 [10] Annex A, Figure A.3.3.1.1 for TE diagram and Figure A.3.4.1.1 for UE diagram.

2. The parameter settings for the cell are set up according to TS 38.508-1 [10] subclause 4.4.3.

3. Downlink signals are initially set up according to Annex C, and uplink signals according to Annex G.

4. The UL Reference Measurement channels are set according to Table 6.5A.2.1.1.4.1-1.

5. Propagation conditions are set according to Annex B.0

6. Ensure the UE is in state RRC_CONNECTED with generic procedure parameters Connectivity NR, Connected without release On, Test Mode On and Test Loop Function On according to TS 38.508-1 [10] clause 4.5. Message contents are defined in clause 6.5A.2.1.1.4.3

6.5A.2.1.1.4.2 Test procedure

1. Configure SCC according to Annex C.0, C.1, C.2, and C.3 for all downlink physical channels.

2. The SS shall configure SCC as per TS 38.508-1 [10] clause 5.5.1. Message contents are defined in clause 6.5A.2.1.1.4.3.

3. Apply the test step based on the 5G NR UE Release:

3b. For Release 15 5G NR UEs: No action.

4. SS activates SCC by sending the activation MAC CE (Refer TS 38.321 [28], clauses 5.9, 6.1.3.10). Wait for at least 2 seconds (Refer TS 38.133[25], clause 9.3).

5. SS sends uplink scheduling information for each UL HARQ process via PDCCH DCI format 0_1 for C_RNTI to schedule the UL RMC according to Table 6.5A.2.1.1.4.1-1 on both PCC and SCC(s). Since the UE has no payload and no loopback data to send the UE sends uplink MAC padding bits on the UL RMC.

6. Set the UE in the Tx beam peak direction found with a 3D EIRP scan as performed in Annex K.1.1. Allow at least BEAM_SELECT_WAIT_TIME (NOTE 2) for the UE Tx beam selection to complete.

7. Apply the test step based on the 5G NR UE Release:

7b. For Release 15 5G NR UEs: Send uplink power control commands in uplink scheduling information to the UE per UL CC until the Power Headroom Report (PHR) from the UE for each UL CC is at the target value according to Table 6.2A.2.1.4.2-1; allow at least 200 ms for the UE to reach maximum output power. Allow at least BEAM_SELECT_WAIT_TIME (NOTE 1) for the UE Tx beam selection to complete.

8. Measure the TRP of the transmitted signal with a measurement filter of bandwidths according to Table 6.5A.2.1.1.5-1. The centre frequency of the filter shall be stepped in continuous steps according to the same table. TRP shall be recorded for each step. The measurement period shall capture the active time slots. Total radiated power is measured according to TRP measurement procedure defined in Annex K. The measurement grid used for TRP measurement defined in Annex M. TRP is calculated considering both polarizations, theta and phi.

9. Apply the test step based on the 5G NR UE Release:

9a. For Release 16 and forward 5G NR UEs SS deactivates the UE Power Limit Function (UPLF) by performing the DEACTIVATE POWER LIMIT REQUEST procedure as specified in TS 38.508-1 [10] clause 4.9.33.

9b. For Release 15 5G NR UEs: No action.

NOTE 1: When switching to DFT-s-OFDM waveform, as specified in Table 6.5A.2.1.1.4.1-1, send an NR RRCReconfiguration message according to TS 38.508-1 [10] clause 4.6.3 Table 4.6.3-118 PUSCH-Config with TRANSFORM_PRECODER_ENABLED condition.

NOTE 2: The BEAM_SELECT_WAIT_TIME default value is defined in Annex K.1.1.

6.5A.2.1.1.4.3 Message contents

Message contents are according to TS 38.508-1 [10] subclause 4.6 with the following exceptions for Release 15 5G NR UE.

6.5A.2.1.1.4.3-1: PUSCH-PowerControl

Derivation Path: TS 38.508-1 [10], Table 4.6.3-120
Information Element	Value/remark	Comment	Condition
PUSCH-PowerControl ::= SEQUENCE {
tpc-Accumulation	disabled
p0-AlphaSets SEQUENCE (SIZE (1..maxNrofP0-PUSCH-AlphaSets)) OF SEQUENCE {	1 entry
P0-PUSCH-AlphaSet[1] SEQUENCE {
alpha	alpha0
}
}
}

6.5A.2.1.1.5 Test Requirements

The measured TRP of any UE emission derived in step 7, shall fulfil requirements in Table.6.5A.2.1.1.5-1.

Table 6.5A.2.1.1.5-1: General NR spectrum emission mask for intra-band contiguous CA in frequency range 2

Δf_OOB (MHz)	Any carrier aggregation bandwidth class	Measurement bandwidth
± 0-0.1*BW_{Channel_CA}	-5 + TT	1 MHz
± 0.1BW_{Channel_CA} -2BW_{Channel_CA}	-13 + TT	1 MHz
NOTE 1: TT for each frequency and channel bandwidth is specified in Table 6.5A.2.1.1.5-1a NOTE 2: If carrier leakage or I/Q image lands inside the spectrum occupied by the configured UL and DL CCs, exception to the general spectrum emission mask limit applies. For carrier leakage the requirements specified in section 6.4A.2.2.0 shall apply. For I/Q image the requirements specified in section 6.4A.2.3.0 shall apply. NOTE 3: At the boundary of spectrum emission limit, the first and last measurement position with a 1 MHz filter is the inside of +0.5MHz and -0.5MHz, respectively. NOTE 4: The measurements are to be performed above the upper edge of the aggregated channel bandwidth and below the lower edge of the aggregated channel bandwidth.

Table 6.5A.2.1.1.5-1a: Test Tolerance (Aggregated BW ≤ 400MHz)

Test Metric	FR2a	FR2b
IFF (Max device size ≤ 30 cm)	3.21 dB	3.46 dB

6.5A.2.1.2 Spectrum Emission Mask for CA (3UL CA)

Editor’s note: This clause is incomplete. The following aspects are either missing or not yet determined:

Measurement Uncertainties and Test Tolerances for intra-band contiguous CA supporting aggregated BW > 400MHz and for intra-band non-contiguous CA are TBD.
Measurement Uncertainties and Test Tolerances are FFS for power class 1, 2 and 4

6.5A.2.1.2.1 Test purpose

To verify that the power of any UE emission shall not exceed specified levels for the specified channel bandwidth for CA.

6.5A.2.1.2.2 Test applicability

This test case applies to all types of NR UE release 15 and forward that supports FR2 3UL CA.

6.5A.2.1.2.3 Minimum conformance requirements

The minimum conformance requirements are defined in clause 6.5A.2.1.0.

6.5A.2.1.2.4 Test description

Same as in clause 6.5A.2.1.1.4 with following exceptions:

– Instead of Table 6.5A.2.1.1.5-1🡪 use Table 6.5A.2.1.2.5-1.

6.5A.2.1.2.5 Test Requirements

The measured TRP of any UE emission derived in step 7, shall fulfil requirements in Table.6.5A.2.1.2.5-1.

Table 6.5A.2.1.2.5-1: General NR spectrum emission mask for intra-band contiguous CA in frequency range 2

Δf_OOB (MHz)	Any carrier aggregation bandwidth class	Measurement bandwidth
± 0-0.1*BW_{Channel_CA}	-5 + TT	1 MHz
± 0.1BW_{Channel_CA} -2BW_{Channel_CA}	-13 + TT	1 MHz
NOTE 1: TT for each frequency and channel bandwidth is specified in Table 6.5A.2.1.2.5-1a NOTE 2: If carrier leakage or I/Q image lands inside the spectrum occupied by the configured UL and DL CCs, exception to the general spectrum emission mask limit applies. For carrier leakage the requirements specified in section 6.4A.2.2.0 shall apply. For I/Q image the requirements specified in section 6.4A.2.3.0 shall apply. NOTE 3: At the boundary of spectrum emission limit, the first and last measurement position with a 1 MHz filter is the inside of +0.5MHz and -0.5MHz, respectively. NOTE 4: The measurements are to be performed above the upper edge of the aggregated channel bandwidth and below the lower edge of the aggregated channel bandwidth

Table 6.5A.2.1.2.5-1a: Test Tolerance (Aggregated BW ≤ 400MHz)

Test Metric	FR2a	FR2b
IFF (Max device size ≤ 30 cm)	3.21 dB	3.46 dB

6.5A.2.1.3 Spectrum Emission Mask for CA (4UL CA)

Editor’s note: This clause is incomplete. The following aspects are either missing or not yet determined:

Measurement Uncertainties and Test Tolerances for intra-band contiguous CA supporting aggregated BW > 400MHz and for intra-band non-contiguous CA are TBD.
Measurement Uncertainties and Test Tolerances are FFS for power class 1, 2 and 4
This test case is incomplete until a suitable solution for preventing SCell drop is implemented in the test procedure.

6.5A.2.1.3.1 Test purpose

To verify that the power of any UE emission shall not exceed specified levels for the specified channel bandwidth for CA.

6.5A.2.1.3.2 Test applicability

This test case applies to all types of NR UE release 15 and forward that supports FR2 4UL CA.

6.5A.2.1.3.3 Minimum conformance requirements

The minimum conformance requirements are defined in clause 6.5A.2.1.0.

6.5A.2.1.3.4 Test description

Same as in clause 6.5A.2.1.1.4 with following exceptions:

– Instead of Table 6.5A.2.1.1.5-1🡪 use Table 6.5A.2.1.3.5-1.

6.5A.2.1.3.5 Test Requirements

The measured TRP of any UE emission derived in step 7, shall fulfil requirements in Table.6.5A.2.1.3.5-1.

Table 6.5A.2.1.3.5-1: General NR spectrum emission mask for intra-band contiguous CA in frequency range 2

Δf_OOB (MHz)	Any carrier aggregation bandwidth class	Measurement bandwidth
± 0-0.1*BW_{Channel_CA}	-5 + TT	1 MHz
± 0.1BW_{Channel_CA} -2BW_{Channel_CA}	-13 + TT	1 MHz
NOTE 1: TT for each frequency and channel bandwidth is specified in Table 6.5A.2.1.3.5-1a NOTE 2: If carrier leakage or I/Q image lands inside the spectrum occupied by the configured UL and DL CCs, exception to the general spectrum emission mask limit applies. For carrier leakage the requirements specified in section 6.4A.2.2.0 shall apply. For I/Q image the requirements specified in section 6.4A.2.3.0 shall apply. NOTE 3: At the boundary of spectrum emission limit, the first and last measurement position with a 1 MHz filter is the inside of +0.5MHz and -0.5MHz, respectively. NOTE 4: The measurements are to be performed above the upper edge of the aggregated channel bandwidth and below the lower edge of the aggregated channel bandwidth

Table 6.5A.2.1.3.5-1a: Test Tolerance (Aggregated BW ≤ 400MHz)

Test Metric	FR2a	FR2b
IFF (Max device size ≤ 30 cm)	3.21 dB	3.46 dB

6.5A.2.1.4 Spectrum Emission Mask for CA (5UL CA)

Editor’s note: This clause is incomplete. The following aspects are either missing or not yet determined:

Measurement Uncertainties and Test Tolerances for intra-band contiguous CA supporting aggregated BW > 400MHz and for intra-band non-contiguous CA are TBD.
Measurement Uncertainties and Test Tolerances are FFS for power class 1, 2 and 4

6.5A.2.1.4.1 Test purpose

To verify that the power of any UE emission shall not exceed specified levels for the specified channel bandwidth for CA.

6.5A.2.1.4.2 Test applicability

This test case applies to all types of NR UE release 15 and forward that supports FR2 5UL CA.

6.5A.2.1.4.3 Minimum conformance requirements

The minimum conformance requirements are defined in clause 6.5A.2.1.0.

6.5A.2.1.4.4 Test description

Same as in clause 6.5A.2.1.1.4 with following exceptions:

– Instead of Table 6.5A.2.1.1.5-1🡪 use Table 6.5A.2.1.4.5-1.

6.5A.2.1.4.5 Test Requirements

The measured TRP of any UE emission derived in step 7, shall fulfil requirements in Table.6.5A.2.1.4.5-1.

Table 6.5A.2.1.4.5-1: General NR spectrum emission mask for intra-band contiguous CA in frequency range 2

Δf_OOB (MHz)	Any carrier aggregation bandwidth class	Measurement bandwidth
± 0-0.1*BW_{Channel_CA}	-5 + TT	1 MHz
± 0.1BW_{Channel_CA} -2BW_{Channel_CA}	-13 + TT	1 MHz
NOTE 1: TT for each frequency and channel bandwidth is specified in Table 6.5A.2.1.4.5-1a NOTE 2: If carrier leakage or I/Q image lands inside the spectrum occupied by the configured UL and DL CCs, exception to the general spectrum emission mask limit applies. For carrier leakage the requirements specified in section 6.4A.2.2.0 shall apply. For I/Q image the requirements specified in section 6.4A.2.3.0 shall apply. NOTE 3: At the boundary of spectrum emission limit, the first and last measurement position with a 1 MHz filter is the inside of +0.5MHz and -0.5MHz, respectively. NOTE 4: The measurements are to be performed above the upper edge of the aggregated channel bandwidth and below the lower edge of the aggregated channel bandwidth

Table 6.5A.2.1.4.5-1a: Test Tolerance (Aggregated BW ≤ 400MHz)

Test Metric	FR2a	FR2b
IFF (Max device size ≤ 30 cm)	3.21 dB	3.46 dB

6.5A.2.1.5 Spectrum Emission Mask for CA (6UL CA)

Editor’s note: This clause is incomplete. The following aspects are either missing or not yet determined:

Measurement Uncertainties and Test Tolerances for intra-band contiguous CA supporting aggregated BW > 400MHz and for intra-band non-contiguous CA TBD.
Measurement Uncertainties and Test Tolerances are FFS for power class 1, 2 and 4
This test case is incomplete until a suitable solution for preventing SCell drop is implemented in the test procedure.

6.5A.2.1.5.1 Test purpose

To verify that the power of any UE emission shall not exceed specified levels for the specified channel bandwidth for CA.

6.5A.2.1.5.2 Test applicability

This test case applies to all types of NR UE release 15 and forward that supports FR2 6UL CA.

6.5A.2.1.5.3 Minimum conformance requirements

The minimum conformance requirements are defined in clause 6.5A.2.1.0.

6.5A.2.1.5.4 Test description

Same as in clause 6.5A.2.1.1.4 with following exceptions:

– Instead of Table 6.5A.2.1.1.5-1🡪 use Table 6.5A.2.1.5.5-1.

6.5A.2.1.5.5 Test Requirements

The measured TRP of any UE emission derived in step 7, shall fulfil requirements in Table.6.5A.2.1.5.5-1.

Table 6.5A.2.1.5.5-1: General NR spectrum emission mask for intra-band contiguous CA in frequency range 2

Δf_OOB (MHz)	Any carrier aggregation bandwidth class	Measurement bandwidth
± 0-0.1*BW_{Channel_CA}	-5 + TT	1 MHz
± 0.1BW_{Channel_CA} -2BW_{Channel_CA}	-13 + TT	1 MHz
NOTE 1: TT for each frequency and channel bandwidth is specified in Table 6.5A.2.1.5.5-1a NOTE 2: If carrier leakage or I/Q image lands inside the spectrum occupied by the configured UL and DL CCs, exception to the general spectrum emission mask limit applies. For carrier leakage the requirements specified in section 6.4A.2.2.0 shall apply. For I/Q image the requirements specified in section 6.4A.2.3.0 shall apply. NOTE 3: At the boundary of spectrum emission limit, the first and last measurement position with a 1 MHz filter is the inside of +0.5MHz and -0.5MHz, respectively. NOTE 4: The measurements are to be performed above the upper edge of the aggregated channel bandwidth and below the lower edge of the aggregated channel bandwidth

Table 6.5A.2.1.5.5-1a: Test Tolerance (Aggregated BW ≤ 400MHz)

Test Metric	FR2a	FR2b
IFF (Max device size ≤ 30 cm)	3.21 dB	3.46 dB

6.5A.2.1.6 Spectrum Emission Mask for CA (7UL CA)

Editor’s note: This clause is incomplete. The following aspects are either missing or not yet determined:

Measurement Uncertainties and Test Tolerances for intra-band contiguous CA supporting aggregated BW > 400MHz and for intra-band non-contiguous CA are TBD.
Measurement Uncertainties and Test Tolerances are FFS for power class 1, 2 and 4

6.5A.2.1.6.1 Test purpose

To verify that the power of any UE emission shall not exceed specified levels for the specified channel bandwidth for CA.

6.5A.2.1.6.2 Test applicability

This test case applies to all types of NR UE release 15 and forward that supports FR2 7UL CA.

6.5A.2.1.6.3 Minimum conformance requirements

The minimum conformance requirements are defined in clause 6.5A.2.1.0.

6.5A.2.1.6.4 Test description

Same as in clause 6.5A.2.1.1.4 with following exceptions:

– Instead of Table 6.5A.2.1.1.5-1🡪 use Table 6.5A.2.1.6.5-1.

6.5A.2.1.6.5 Test Requirements

The measured TRP of any UE emission derived in step 7, shall fulfil requirements in Table.6.5A.2.1.6.5-1.

Table 6.5A.2.1.6.5-1: General NR spectrum emission mask for intra-band contiguous CA in frequency range 2

Δf_OOB (MHz)	Any carrier aggregation bandwidth class	Measurement bandwidth
± 0-0.1*BW_{Channel_CA}	-5 + TT	1 MHz
± 0.1BW_{Channel_CA} -2BW_{Channel_CA}	-13 + TT	1 MHz
NOTE 1: TT for each frequency and channel bandwidth is specified in Table 6.5A.2.1.6.5-1a NOTE 2: If carrier leakage or I/Q image lands inside the spectrum occupied by the configured UL and DL CCs, exception to the general spectrum emission mask limit applies. For carrier leakage the requirements specified in section 6.4A.2.2.0 shall apply. For I/Q image the requirements specified in section 6.4A.2.3.0 shall apply. NOTE 3: At the boundary of spectrum emission limit, the first and last measurement position with a 1 MHz filter is the inside of +0.5MHz and -0.5MHz, respectively. NOTE 4: The measurements are to be performed above the upper edge of the aggregated channel bandwidth and below the lower edge of the aggregated channel bandwidth

Table 6.5A.2.1.6.5-1a: Test Tolerance (Aggregated BW ≤ 400MHz)

Test Metric	FR2a	FR2b
IFF (Max device size ≤ 30 cm)	3.21 dB	3.46 dB

6.5A.2.1.7 Spectrum Emission Mask for CA (8UL CA)

Editor’s note: This clause is incomplete. The following aspects are either missing or not yet determined:

Measurement Uncertainties and Test Tolerances for intra-band contiguous CA supporting aggregated BW > 400MHz and for intra-band non-contiguous CA are TBD.
Measurement Uncertainties and Test Tolerances are FFS for power class 1, 2 and 4
This test case is incomplete until a suitable solution for preventing SCell drop is implemented in the test procedure.

6.5A.2.1.7.1 Test purpose

To verify that the power of any UE emission shall not exceed specified levels for the specified channel bandwidth for CA.

6.5A.2.1.7.2 Test applicability

This test case applies to all types of NR UE release 15 and forward that supports FR2 8UL CA.

6.5A.2.1.7.3 Minimum conformance requirements

The minimum conformance requirements are defined in clause 6.5A.2.1.0.

6.5A.2.1.7.4 Test description

Same as in clause 6.5A.2.1.1.4 with following exceptions:

– Instead of Table 6.5A.2.1.1.5-1🡪 use Table 6.5A.2.1.7.5-1.

6.5A.2.1.7.5 Test Requirements

The measured TRP of any UE emission derived in step 7, shall fulfil requirements in Table.6.5A.2.1.7.5-1.

Table 6.5A.2.1.7.5-1: General NR spectrum emission mask for intra-band contiguous CA in frequency range 2

Δf_OOB (MHz)	Any carrier aggregation bandwidth class	Measurement bandwidth
± 0-0.1*BW_{Channel_CA}	-5 + TT	1 MHz
± 0.1BW_{Channel_CA} -2BW_{Channel_CA}	-13 + TT	1 MHz
NOTE 1: TT for each frequency and channel bandwidth is specified in Table 6.5A.2.1.7.5-1a NOTE 2: If carrier leakage or I/Q image lands inside the spectrum occupied by the configured UL and DL CCs, exception to the general spectrum emission mask limit applies. For carrier leakage the requirements specified in section 6.4A.2.2.0 shall apply. For I/Q image the requirements specified in section 6.4A.2.3.0 shall apply. NOTE 3: At the boundary of spectrum emission limit, the first and last measurement position with a 1 MHz filter is the inside of +0.5MHz and -0.5MHz, respectively. NOTE 4: The measurements are to be performed above the upper edge of the aggregated channel bandwidth and below the lower edge of the aggregated channel bandwidth

Table 6.5A.2.1.7.5-1a: Test Tolerance (Aggregated BW ≤ 400MHz)

Test Metric	FR2a	FR2b
IFF (Max device size ≤ 30 cm)	3.21 dB	3.46 dB

6.5A.2.2 Adjacent channel leakage ratio for CA

6.5A.2.2.0 Minimum conformance requirements

The normative reference for this requirement is TS 38.101-2 [3] clause 6.5A.2.3.

6.5A.2.2.0.1 Adjacent channel leakage ratio for intra-band contiguous UL CA

In case the CA configuration consists of a single UL CC, the adjacent channel leakage ratio defined in subclause 6.5.2.3 applies. For intra-band contiguous UL carrier aggregation, the carrier aggregation NR adjacent channel leakage power ratio (CA NR_ACLR) is the ratio of the filtered mean power centred on the UL aggregated channel bandwidth to the filtered mean power centred on an adjacent UL aggregated channel bandwidth at spacing equal to the UL aggregated channel bandwidth. The assigned UL aggregated channel bandwidth power and adjacent UL aggregated channel bandwidth power are measured with rectangular filters with measurement bandwidths specified in Table 6.5A.2.2.0.1-1. If the measured adjacent channel power is greater than -35 dBm then the CA NR_ACLR shall be higher than the value specified in Table 6.5A.2.2.0.1-1.

Table 6.5A.2.2.0.1-1: General requirements for contiguous UL CA NR_ACLR

	CA bandwidth class / CA NR_ACLR / Measurement bandwidth
	Any CA bandwidth class
CA NR_ACLRfor band n257, n258, n261	17 dB
CA NR_ACLRfor band n260	16 dB
NR channel measurement bandwidth¹	BW_{Channel_CA} – 2*BW_GB
Adjacent channel centre frequency offset (in MHz)	+ BW_{Channel_CA} / – BW_{Channel_CA}
NOTE 1: BW_GBis defined in clause 5.3A.2.

6.5A.2.2.0.2 Adjacent channel leakage ratio for intra-band non-contiguous UL CA

TBD

6.5A.2.2.1 Adjacent channel leakage ratio for CA (2UL CA)

Editor’s note: The following aspects are either missing or not yet determined:

Measurement Uncertainties and Test Tolerances and Test limit analysis for intra-band contiguous CA supporting aggregated BW > 400MHz is TBD.
Measurement Uncertainties and Test Tolerances and Test limit analysis are FFS for power class 1, 2 and 4.
– For a transition period until RAN#99, the stability and repeatability of test procedure with PHR (variant b) for Rel-15 UEs is under evaluation.
Test for DL intra-band non-contiguous configurations with UL intra-band contiguous configuration is FFS.

6.5A.2.2.1.1 Test purpose

To verify that UE transmitter does not cause unacceptable interference to adjacent channels in terms of Adjacent Channel Leakage power Ratio (ACLR) for CA.

6.5A.2.2.1.2 Test applicability

This test case applies to all types of NR UE release 15 and forward that supports FR2 2UL CA.

6.5A.2.2.1.3 Minimum conformance requirements

The minimum conformance requirements are defined in clause 6.5A.2.2.0.

6.5A.2.2.1.4 Test description

6.5A.2.2.1.4.1 Initial condition

Initial conditions are a set of test configurations the UE needs to be tested in and the steps for the SS to take with the UE to reach the correct measurement state.

The initial test configurations consist of environmental conditions, test frequencies, test channel bandwidths and sub-carrier spacing based on NR CA configurations specified in clause 5.5A. All of these configurations shall be tested with applicable test parameters for each CA combination and subcarrier spacing, are shown in Table 6.5A.2.2.1.4.1-1. The details of the uplink reference measurement channels (RMCs) are specified in Annexes A.2. Configurations of PDSCH and PDCCH before measurement are specified in Annex C.2.

Table 6.5A.2.2.1.4.1-1: Test Configuration Table

Default Conditions
Test Environment as specified in TS 38.508-1 [10] subclause 4.1				Normal
Test Frequencies as specified in TS 38.508-1 [10] subclause 4.3.1.2.3 and 4.3.1.2.4 for different CA bandwidth classes.				For intra-band contiguous CA: Low and High range. For intra-band non-contiguous CA: FFS.
Test CC combination setting as specified in TS 38.508-1 [10] subclause 4.3.1.2.3 and 4.3.1.2.4 for the CA Configuration across bandwidth combination sets supported by the UE.				Highest aggregated BW of the CA configuration
Test SCS as specified in Table 5.3.5-1.				Lowest, Highest
Test Parameters
Test ID	CC	ChBw(MHz)	Test frequency	DL RB allocation	UL Modulation	UL RB allocation (Note 1)
1	PCC	Default	Low	–	DFT-s-OFDM PI/2 BPSK	Outer_1RB_Left
1	SCCs		Low		DFT-s-OFDM PI/2 BPSK	Outer_1RB_Left
2	PCC		High		DFT-s-OFDM PI/2 BPSK	Outer_1RB_Right
2	SCCs		High		DFT-s-OFDM PI/2 BPSK	Outer_1RB_Right
3	PCC		Default		DFT-s-OFDM PI/2 BPSK	Outer_Full
3	SCCs		Default		DFT-s-OFDM PI/2 BPSK	Outer_Full
4	PCC		Low		DFT-s-OFDM QPSK	Outer_1RB_Left
4	SCCs		Low		DFT-s-OFDM QPSK	Outer_1RB_Left
5	PCC		High		DFT-s-OFDM QPSK	Outer_1RB_Right
5	SCCs		High		DFT-s-OFDM QPSK	Outer_1RB_Right
6	PCC		Default		DFT-s-OFDM QPSK	Outer_Full
6	SCCs		Default		DFT-s-OFDM QPSK	Outer_Full
7	PCC		Low		DFT-s-OFDM 16QAM	Outer_1RB_Left
7	SCCs		Low		DFT-s-OFDM 16QAM	Outer_1RB_Left
8	PCC		High		DFT-s-OFDM 16QAM	Outer_1RB_Right
8	SCCs		High		DFT-s-OFDM 16QAM	Outer_1RB_Right
9	PCC		Default		DFT-s-OFDM 16QAM	Outer_Full
9	SCCs		Default		DFT-s-OFDM 16QAM	Outer_Full
10	PCC		Default		DFT-s-OFDM 64QAM	Outer_Full
10	SCCs		Default		DFT-s-OFDM 64QAM	Outer_Full
11	PCC		Low		CP-OFDM QPSK	Outer_1RB_Left
11	SCCs		Low		CP-OFDM QPSK	Outer_1RB_Left
12	PCC		High		CP-OFDM QPSK	Outer_1RB_Right
12	SCCs		High		CP-OFDM QPSK	Outer_1RB_Right
13	PCC		Default		CP-OFDM QPSK	Outer_Full
13	SCCs		Default		CP-OFDM QPSK	Outer_Full
NOTE 1: The specific configuration of each RB allocation is defined in Table 6.1-1 for PC2, PC3 and PC4 or Table 6.1-2 for PC1. NOTE 2: Following Test IDs shall be skipped for FR2b – All Test IDs for 100 MHz < BW_{Channel_CA}≤ 400 MHz – Test ID 1-2, 4-5, 7-12 for 50 MHz < BW_{Channel_CA}≤ 100 MHz

1. Connection between SS and UE is shown in TS 38.508-1 [10] Annex A, Figure A.3.3.1.1 for TE diagram and Figure A.3.4.1.1 for UE diagram.

2. The parameter settings for the cell are set up according to TS 38.508-1 [10] subclause 4.4.3.

3. Downlink signals are initially set up according to Annex C, and uplink signals according to Annex G.

4. The UL Reference Measurement channels are set according to Table 6.5A.2.2.1.4.1-1.

5. Propagation conditions are set according to Annex B.0

6.5A.2.2.1.4.2 Test procedure

1. Configure SCC according to Annex C.0, C.1, C.2, and C.3 for all downlink physical channels.

2. The SS shall configure SCC as per TS 38.508-1 [10] clause 5.5.1. Message contents are defined in clause 6.5A.2.2.1.4.3.

3. Apply the test step based on the 5G NR UE Release:

3b. For Release 15 5G NR UEs: No action.

4. SS activates SCC by sending the activation MAC CE (Refer TS 38.321 [28], clauses 5.9, 6.1.3.10). Wait for at least 2 seconds (Refer TS 38.133[25], clause 9.3).

5. SS sends uplink scheduling information for each UL HARQ process via PDCCH DCI format 0_1 for C_RNTI to schedule the UL RMC according to Table 6.5A.2.2.1.4.1-1 on both PCC and SCC(s). Since the UE has no payload and no loopback data to send the UE sends uplink MAC padding bits on the UL RMC.

6. Set the UE in the Tx beam peak direction found with a 3D EIRP scan as performed in Annex K.1.1. Allow at least BEAM_SELECT_WAIT_TIME (NOTE 2) for the UE Tx beam selection to complete.

7. Apply the test step based on the 5G NR UE Release:

8. Measure EIRP of the transmitted signal for the assigned NR channel with a rectangular measurement filter with bandwidths according to Table 6.5A.2.2.1.5-1. EIRP measurement procedure defined in Annex K. EIRP is calculated considering both polarizations, theta and phi.

9. Measure EIRP of the first NR adjacent channel on both lower and upper side of the assigned NR channel, respectively using a rectangular measurement filter with bandwidths according to Table 6.5A.2.2.1.5-1. EIRP measurement procedure defined in Annex K. EIRP is calculated considering both polarizations, theta and phi.

10. Calculate the ratios of the power between the values measured in step 7 over step 8 for lower and upper NR_ACLR, respectively.

11. Apply the test step based on the 5G NR UE Release:

11a. For Release 16 and forward 5G NR UEs: SS deactivates the UE Power Limit Function (UPLF) by performing the DEACTIVATE POWER LIMIT REQUEST procedure as specified in TS 38.508-1 [10] clause 4.9.33.

11b. For Release 15 5G NR UEs: No action.

NOTE 1: When switching to DFT-s-OFDM waveform, as specified in Table 6.5A.2.2.1.4.1-1, send an NR RRCReconfiguration message according to TS 38.508-1 [10] clause 4.6.3 Table 4.6.3-118 PUSCH-Config with TRANSFORM_PRECODER_ENABLED condition.

NOTE 2: The BEAM_SELECT_WAIT_TIME default value is defined in Annex K.1.1.

6.5A.2.2.1.4.3 Message contents

Message contents are according to TS 38.508-1 [10] subclause 4.6 with the following exceptions for Release 15 5G NR UE.

Table 6.5A.2.2.1.4.3-1: PUSCH-PowerControl

Derivation Path: TS 38.508-1 [10], Table 4.6.3-120
Information Element	Value/remark	Comment	Condition
PUSCH-PowerControl ::= SEQUENCE {
tpc-Accumulation	disabled
p0-AlphaSets SEQUENCE (SIZE (1..maxNrofP0-PUSCH-AlphaSets)) OF SEQUENCE {	1 entry
P0-PUSCH-AlphaSet[1] SEQUENCE {
alpha	alpha0
}
}
}

6.5A.2.2.1.5 Test Requirements

If the measured adjacent channel power, derived in step 8, is greater than -35 dBm then the measured NR_ACLR, derived in step 9, shall be higher than the limits in Table 6.5A.2.2.1.5-1.

Table 6.5A.2.2.1.5-1: General requirements for CA NR_ACLR

	CA bandwidth class / CA NR_ACLR / Measurement bandwidth
	Any CA bandwidth class
CA NR_ACLRfor band n257, n258, n261	17 – TT- R dB
CA NR_ACLRfor band n260	16 – TT dB
NR channel measurement bandwidth¹	BW_{Channel_CA} – 2*BW_GB
Adjacent channel centre frequency offset (in MHz)	+ BW_{Channel_CA} / – BW_{Channel_CA}
NOTE 1: BW_GBis defined in clause 5.3A.2. NOTE 2: TT for each frequency and channel bandwidth is specified in Table 6.5A.2.2.1.5-1a NOTE 3: R for each frequency, channel bandwidth and test point is specified in Table 6.5A.2.2.1.5-1b

Table 6.5A.2.2.1.5-1a: Test Tolerance (Aggregated BW ≤ 400MHz)

Test Metric	Any CA bandwidth class	23.45GHz ≤ f ≤ 30.3GHz	30.3GHz < f ≤ 40.8GHz
IFF (Max device size ≤ 30 cm)	BW_{Channel_CA}≤ 100 MHz	4.96 dB	4.96 dB
	100 MHz < BW_{Channel_CA}≤ 200 MHz	4.96 dB	4.96 dB
	200 MHz < BW_{Channel_CA}≤ 400 MHz	4.96 dB	4.96 dB

Table 6.5A.2.2.1.5-1b: Relaxation due to testability limit (Aggregated BW ≤ 400MHz)

		Channel bandwidth / NR_ACLR/ Measurement bandwidth
	Test ID	BW_{Channel_CA}≤ 100 MHz	100 MHz < BW_{Channel_CA} ≤ 200 MHz	200 MHz < BW_{Channel_CA} ≤ 400 MHz
NR_ACLRfor band n257, n258, n261	1	0	3	6
	2	0	3	6
	3	0	0	3
	4	0	3	6
	5	0	3	6
	6	0	0	3
	7	0	3	6
	8	0	3	6
	9	0	2.5	5.5
	10	2	5	8
	11	0	3	6
	12	0	3	6
	13	0	0	3
NOTE 1: Relaxation value is 0 for FR2b.

6.5A.2.2.2 Adjacent channel leakage ratio for CA (3UL CA)

Editor’s note: The following aspects are either missing or not yet determined:

Measurement Uncertainties and Test Tolerances for intra-band contiguous CA supporting aggregated BW > 400MHz is TBD.
Measurement Uncertainties and Test Tolerances are FFS for power class 1, 2 and 4.
This test case is incomplete until a suitable solution for preventing SCell drop is implemented in the test procedure.

6.5A.2.2.2.1 Test purpose

To verify that UE transmitter does not cause unacceptable interference to adjacent channels in terms of Adjacent Channel Leakage power Ratio (ACLR) for CA.

6.5A.2.2.2.2 Test applicability

This test case applies to all types of NR UE release 15 and forward that supports FR2 3UL CA.

6.5A.2.2.2.3 Minimum conformance requirements

The minimum conformance requirements are defined in clause 6.5A.2.2.0.

6.5A.2.2.2.4 Test description

Same as in clause 6.5A.2.2.1.4 with following exceptions:

– Instead of Table 6.5A.2.2.1.5-1🡪 use Table 6.5A.2.2.2.5-1.

6.5A.2.2.2.5 Test Requirements

If the measured adjacent channel power, derived in step 8, is greater than -35 dBm then the measured NR ACLR, derived in step 9, shall be higher than the limits in Table 6.5A.2.2.2.5-1.

Table 6.5A.2.2.2.5-1: General requirements for CA NR_ACLR

	CA bandwidth class / CA NR_ACLR / Measurement bandwidth
	Any CA bandwidth class
CA NR_ACLRfor band n257, n258, n261	17 – TT – R dB
CA NR_ACLRfor band n260	16 – TT dB
NR channel measurement bandwidth¹	BW_{Channel_CA} – 2*BW_GB
Adjacent channel centre frequency offset (in MHz)	+ BW_{Channel_CA} / – BW_{Channel_CA}
NOTE 1: BW_GBis defined in clause 5.3A.2. NOTE 2: TT for each frequency and channel bandwidth is specified in Table 6.5A.2.2.2.5-1a NOTE 3: R for each frequency, channel bandwidth and test point is specified in Table 6.5A.2.2.1.5-1b

Table 6.5A.2.2.2.5-1a: Test Tolerance (Aggregated BW ≤ 400MHz)

Test Metric	Any CA bandwidth class	23.45GHz ≤ f ≤ 30.3GHz	30.3GHz < f ≤ 40.8GHz
IFF (Max device size ≤ 30 cm)	BW_{Channel_CA}≤ 100 MHz	4.96 dB	4.96 dB
	100 MHz < BW_{Channel_CA}≤ 200 MHz	4.96 dB	4.96 dB
	200 MHz < BW_{Channel_CA}≤ 400 MHz	4.96 dB	4.96 dB

6.5A.2.2.3 Adjacent channel leakage ratio for CA (4UL CA)

Editor’s note: The following aspects are either missing or not yet determined:

Measurement Uncertainties and Test Tolerances for intra-band contiguous CA supporting aggregated BW > 400MHz is TBD.
Measurement Uncertainties and Test Tolerances are FFS for power class 1, 2 and 4.
This test case is incomplete until a suitable solution for preventing SCell drop is implemented in the test procedure.

6.5A.2.2.3.1 Test purpose

To verify that UE transmitter does not cause unacceptable interference to adjacent channels in terms of Adjacent Channel Leakage power Ratio (ACLR) for CA.

6.5A.2.2.3.2 Test applicability

This test case applies to all types of NR UE release 15 and forward that supports FR2 4UL CA.

6.5A.2.2.3.3 Minimum conformance requirements

The minimum conformance requirements are defined in clause 6.5A.2.2.0.

6.5A.2.2.3.4 Test description

Same as in clause 6.5A.2.2.1.4 with following exceptions:

– Instead of Table 6.5A.2.2.1.5-1🡪 use Table 6.5A.2.2.3.5-1.

6.5A.2.2.3.5 Test Requirements

If the measured adjacent channel power, derived in step 8, is greater than -35 dBm then the measured NR ACLR, derived in step 9, shall be higher than the limits in Table 6.5A.2.2.3.5-1.

Table 6.5A.2.2.3.5-1: General requirements for CA NR_ACLR

	CA bandwidth class / CA NR_ACLR / Measurement bandwidth
	Any CA bandwidth class
CA NR_ACLRfor band n257, n258, n261	17 – TT – R dB
CA NR_ACLRfor band n260	16 – TT dB
NR channel measurement bandwidth¹	BW_{Channel_CA} – 2*BW_GB
Adjacent channel centre frequency offset (in MHz)	+ BW_{Channel_CA} / – BW_{Channel_CA}
NOTE 1: BW_GBis defined in clause 5.3A.2. NOTE 2: TT for each frequency and channel bandwidth is specified in Table 6.5A.2.2.3.5-1a NOTE 3: R for each frequency, channel bandwidth and test point is specified in Table 6.5A.2.2.1.5-1b

Table 6.5A.2.2.3.5-1a: Test Tolerance (Aggregated BW ≤ 400MHz)

Test Metric	Any CA bandwidth class	23.45GHz ≤ f ≤ 30.3GHz	30.3GHz < f ≤ 40.8GHz
IFF (Max device size ≤ 30 cm)	BW_{Channel_CA}≤ 100 MHz	4.96 dB	4.96 dB
	100 MHz < BW_{Channel_CA}≤ 200 MHz	4.96 dB	4.96 dB
	200 MHz < BW_{Channel_CA}≤ 400 MHz	4.96 dB	4.96 dB

6.5A.2.2.4 Adjacent channel leakage ratio for CA (5UL CA)

Editor’s note: This clause is incomplete. The following aspects are either missing or not yet determined:

Measurement Uncertainties and Test Tolerances are TBD.
Measurement Uncertainties and Test Tolerances are FFS for power class 1, 2 and 4
This test case is incomplete until a suitable solution for preventing SCell drop is implemented in the test procedure.

6.5A.2.2.4.1 Test purpose

To verify that UE transmitter does not cause unacceptable interference to adjacent channels in terms of Adjacent Channel Leakage power Ratio (ACLR) for CA.

6.5A.2.2.4.2 Test applicability

This test case applies to all types of NR UE release 15 and forward that supports FR2 5UL CA.

6.5A.2.2.4.3 Minimum conformance requirements

The minimum conformance requirements are defined in clause 6.5A.2.2.0.

6.5A.2.2.4.4 Test description

Same as in clause 6.5A.2.2.1.4 with following exceptions:

– Instead of Table 6.5A.2.2.1.5-1🡪 use Table 6.5A.2.2.4.5-1.

6.5A.2.2.4.5 Test Requirements

If the measured adjacent channel power, derived in step 8, is greater than -35 dBm then the measured NR ACLR, derived in step 9, shall be higher than the limits in Table 6.5A.2.2.4.5-1.

Table 6.5A.2.2.4.5-1: General requirements for CA NR_ACLR

	CA bandwidth class / CA NR_ACLR / Measurement bandwidth
	Any CA bandwidth class
CA NR_ACLRfor band n257, n258, n261	17 – TT dB
CA NR_ACLRfor band n260	16 – TT dB
NR channel measurement bandwidth¹	BW_{Channel_CA} – 2*BW_GB
Adjacent channel centre frequency offset (in MHz)	+ BW_{Channel_CA} / – BW_{Channel_CA}
NOTE 1: BW_GBis defined in clause 5.3A.2. NOTE 2: TT for each frequency and channel bandwidth is specified in Table 6.5A.2.2.4.5-1a

Table 6.5A.2.2.4.5-1a: Test Tolerance (Aggregated BW ≤ 400MHz)

Test Metric	FR2a	FR2b
IFF (Max device size ≤ 30 cm)	[4.6] dB	[5.0] dB

6.5A.2.2.5 Adjacent channel leakage ratio for CA (6UL CA)

Editor’s note: This clause is incomplete. The following aspects are either missing or not yet determined:

Measurement Uncertainties and Test Tolerances are TBD.
Measurement Uncertainties and Test Tolerances are FFS for power class 1, 2 and 4

6.5A.2.2.5.1 Test purpose

To verify that UE transmitter does not cause unacceptable interference to adjacent channels in terms of Adjacent Channel Leakage power Ratio (ACLR) for CA.

6.5A.2.2.5.2 Test applicability

This test case applies to all types of NR UE release 15 and forward that supports FR2 6UL CA.

6.5A.2.2.5.3 Minimum conformance requirements

The minimum conformance requirements are defined in clause 6.5A.2.2.0.

6.5A.2.2.5.4 Test description

Same as in clause 6.5A.2.2.1.4 with following exceptions:

– Instead of Table 6.5A.2.2.1.5-1🡪 use Table 6.5A.2.2.5.5-1.

6.5A.2.2.5.5 Test Requirements

If the measured adjacent channel power, derived in step 8, is greater than -35 dBm then the measured NR ACLR, derived in step 9, shall be higher than the limits in Table 6.5A.2.2.5.5-1.

Table 6.5A.2.2.5.5-1: General requirements for CA NR_ACLR

	CA bandwidth class / CA NR_ACLR / Measurement bandwidth
	Any CA bandwidth class
CA NR_ACLRfor band n257, n258, n261	17 – TT dB
CA NR_ACLRfor band n260	16 – TT dB
NR channel measurement bandwidth¹	BW_{Channel_CA} – 2*BW_GB
Adjacent channel centre frequency offset (in MHz)	+ BW_{Channel_CA} / – BW_{Channel_CA}
NOTE 1: BW_GBis defined in clause 5.3A.2. NOTE 2: TT for each frequency and channel bandwidth is specified in Table 6.5A.2.2.5.5-1a

Table 6.5A.2.2.5.5-1a: Test Tolerance (Aggregated BW ≤ 400MHz)

Test Metric	FR2a	FR2b
IFF (Max device size ≤ 30 cm)	[4.6] dB	[5.0] dB

6.5A.2.2.6 Adjacent channel leakage ratio for CA (7UL CA)

Editor’s note: This clause is incomplete. The following aspects are either missing or not yet determined:

Measurement Uncertainties and Test Tolerances are TBD.
Measurement Uncertainties and Test Tolerances are FFS for power class 1, 2 and 4
This test case is incomplete until a suitable solution for preventing SCell drop is implemented in the test procedure.

6.5A.2.2.6.1 Test purpose

To verify that UE transmitter does not cause unacceptable interference to adjacent channels in terms of Adjacent Channel Leakage power Ratio (ACLR) for CA.

6.5A.2.2.6.2 Test applicability

This test case applies to all types of NR UE release 15 and forward that supports FR2 7UL CA.

6.5A.2.2.6.3 Minimum conformance requirements

The minimum conformance requirements are defined in clause 6.5A.2.2.0.

6.5A.2.2.6.4 Test description

Same as in clause 6.5A.2.2.1.4 with following exceptions:

– Instead of Table 6.5A.2.2.1.5-1🡪 use Table 6.5A.2.2.6.5-1.

6.5A.2.2.6.5 Test Requirements

If the measured adjacent channel power, derived in step 8, is greater than -35 dBm then the measured NR ACLR, derived in step 9, shall be higher than the limits in Table 6.5A.2.2.6.5-1.

Table 6.5A.2.2.6.5-1: General requirements for CA NR_ACLR

	CA bandwidth class / CA NR_ACLR / Measurement bandwidth
	Any CA bandwidth class
CA NR_ACLRfor band n257, n258, n261	17 – TT dB
CA NR_ACLRfor band n260	16 – TT dB
NR channel measurement bandwidth¹	BW_{Channel_CA} – 2*BW_GB
Adjacent channel centre frequency offset (in MHz)	+ BW_{Channel_CA} / – BW_{Channel_CA}
NOTE 1: BW_GBis defined in clause 5.3A.2. NOTE 2: TT for each frequency and channel bandwidth is specified in Table 6.5A.2.2.6.5-1a

Table 6.5A.2.2.6.5-1a: Test Tolerance (Aggregated BW ≤ 400MHz)

Test Metric	FR2a	FR2b
IFF (Max device size ≤ 30 cm)	[4.6] dB	[5.0] dB

6.5A.2.2.7 Adjacent channel leakage ratio for CA (8UL CA)

Editor’s note: This clause is incomplete. The following aspects are either missing or not yet determined:

Measurement Uncertainties and Test Tolerances are TBD.
Measurement Uncertainties and Test Tolerances are FFS for power class 1, 2 and 4

6.5A.2.2.7.1 Test purpose

To verify that UE transmitter does not cause unacceptable interference to adjacent channels in terms of Adjacent Channel Leakage power Ratio (ACLR) for CA.

6.5A.2.2.7.2 Test applicability

This test case applies to all types of NR UE release 15 and forward that supports FR2 8UL CA.

6.5A.2.2.7.3 Minimum conformance requirements

The minimum conformance requirements are defined in clause 6.5A.2.2.0.

6.5A.2.2.7.4 Test description

Same as in clause 6.5A.2.2.1.4 with following exceptions:

– Instead of Table 6.5A.2.2.1.5-1🡪 use Table 6.5A.2.2.7.5-1.

6.5A.2.2.7.5 Test Requirements

If the measured adjacent channel power, derived in step 8, is greater than -35 dBm then the measured NR ACLR, derived in step 9, shall be higher than the limits in Table 6.5A.2.2.7.5-1.

Table 6.5A.2.2.7.5-1: General requirements for CA NR_ACLR

	CA bandwidth class / CA NR_ACLR / Measurement bandwidth
	Any CA bandwidth class
CA NR_ACLRfor band n257, n258, n261	17 – TT dB
CA NR_ACLRfor band n260	16 – TT dB
NR channel measurement bandwidth¹	BW_{Channel_CA} – 2*BW_GB
Adjacent channel centre frequency offset (in MHz)	+ BW_{Channel_CA} / – BW_{Channel_CA}
NOTE 1: BW_GBis defined in clause 5.3A.2. NOTE 2: TT for each frequency and channel bandwidth is specified in Table 6.5A.2.2.7.5-1a

Table 6.5A.2.2.7.5-1a: Test Tolerance (Aggregated BW ≤ 400MHz)

Test Metric	FR2a	FR2b
IFF (Max device size ≤ 30 cm)	[4.6] dB	[5.0] dB

6.5A.3 Spurious emissions for CA

6.5A.3.1 General spurious emissions for CA

6.5A.3.1.0 Minimum conformance requirements

The normative reference for this requirement is TS 38.101-2 [3] clause 6.5A.3.

6.5A.3.1.0.0 General

This clause specifies the spurious emission requirements for carrier aggregation. The requirement is verified in beam locked mode with the test metric of TRP (Link=TX beam peak direction, Meas=TRP grid). The TX beam peak direction used for CA testing is the [same as that found for single carrier scenario in clause 6.5.3].

In case the CA configuration consists of a single UL CC, spurious emissions requirements defined in subclause 6.5.3 apply. Spurious emissions requirements do not apply at any frequency where IBE requirements of clause 6.4A.2.3 apply.

NOTE: For measurement conditions at the edge of each frequency range, the lowest frequency of the measurement position in each frequency range should be set at the lowest boundary of the frequency range plus MBW/2. The highest frequency of the measurement position in each frequency range should be set at the highest boundary of the frequency range minus MBW/2. MBW denotes the measurement bandwidth defined for the protected band.

6.5A.3.1.0.1 Spurious emissions for intra-band contiguous UL CA

For intra-band contiguous UL carrier aggregation, the spurious emission limits apply for the frequency ranges that are more than F_OOB (MHz) from the edge of the UL aggregated channel bandwidth, where F_OOB is defined as the twice the UL aggregated channel bandwidth. For frequencies Δf_OOB greater than F_OOB, the spurious emission requirements in Table 6.5.3.1.3-2 are applicable.

6.5A.3.1.0.2 Spurious emissions for intra-band non-contiguous UL CA

TBD

6.5A.3.1.1 General spurious emissions for CA (2UL CA)

Editor’s note: The following aspects are either missing or not yet determined:

– The testability of this test case is pending further analysis on relaxation of the requirement for band other than n257, n258, n260 and n261.

– Measurement Uncertainties and Test Tolerances are FFS for power class 1, 2, and 4.

– Connection diagram between SS and UE in TS 38.508-1 [10] Annex A is FFS.

– Test procedure only includes the testing of smartphone and is FFS for laptop and FWA.

– For a transition period until RAN#99, the stability and repeatability of test procedure with PHR (variant b) for Rel-15 UEs is under evaluation.

6.5A.3.1.1.1 Test purpose

To verify that UE transmitter does not cause unacceptable interference to other channels or other systems in terms of transmitter spurious emissions.

6.5A.3.1.1.2 Test applicability

This test case applies to all types of NR UE release 15 and forward that supports FR2 2UL CA.

6.5A.3.1.1.3 Minimum conformance requirements

The minimum conformance requirements are defined in clause 6.5A.3.1.0.

6.5A.3.1.1.4 Test description

6.5A.3.1.1.4.1 Initial condition

Initial conditions are a set of test configurations the UE needs to be tested in and the steps for the SS to take with the UE to reach the correct measurement state.

The initial test configurations consist of environmental conditions, test frequencies, and channel bandwidths based on NR operating bands specified in clause 5.5A. All of these configurations shall be tested with applicable test parameters for each channel bandwidth and subcarrier spacing, are shown in Table 6.5A.3.1.1.4.1-1. The details of the uplink reference measurement channels (RMCs) are specified in Annexes A.2. Configurations of PDSCH and PDCCH before measurement are specified in Annex C.2.

Table 6.5A.3.1.1.4.1-1: Test Configuration Table

Initial Conditions
Test Environment as specified in TS 38.508-1 [10] subclause 4.1			Normal
Test Frequencies as specified in TS 38.508-1 [10] subclause 4.3.1.2.3 for different CA bandwidth classes			Low range, High range (NOTE 2)
Test CC combination setting as specified in TS 38.508-1 [10] subclause 4.3.1.2.3 for the CA Configuration across bandwidth combination sets supported by the UE.			Highest aggregated BW of the CA configuration
Test SCS as specified in Table 5.3.5-1			120kHz
Test Parameters
Test ID	CC	Downlink Configuration	UL Modulation	UL RB allocation (NOTE 1)
1	PCC	–	DFT-s-OFDM QPSK	Outer_Full
	SCCs		DFT-s-OFDM QPSK	Outer_Full
2	PCC		DFT-s-OFDM QPSK	Inner_1RB for PC2, PC3 and PC4 Inner_Partial for PC1 (NOTE 3)
	SCCs		DFT-s-OFDM QPSK	Inner_1RB for PC2, PC3 and PC4 Inner_Partial for PC1 (NOTE 3)
NOTE 1: The specific configuration of each RB allocation is defined in Table 6.1-1 for PC2, PC3 and PC4 or Table 6.1-2 for PC1. NOTE 2: When testing Low range test only in Frequency Range lower than (F_{UL_low} – Δf_OOB) and when testing High range test only in Frequency Range higher than (F_{UL_high} + Δf_OOB). NOTE 3: When testing Low range configure uplink RB to Inner_1RB_Left for PC2, PC3 and PC4 or Inner_Partial_Left_Region1 for PC1 and when testing High range configure uplink RB to Inner_1RB_Right for PC2, PC3 and PC4 or Inner_Partial_Right_Region1 for PC1. NOTE 4: The number of DL CCs shall be configured the same as the number of UL CCs. The requirements are appliable as per 5.3A.4 "The requirements are applicable only when Uplink CCs are configured within the frequency range between lower edge of lowest downlink component carrier and upper edge of highest downlink component carrier".

1. Connection between SS and UE is shown in TS 38.508-1 [10] Annex A, Figure [TBD] for TE diagram and Figure [TBD] for UE diagram.

2. The parameter settings for the cell are set up according to TS 38.508-1 [10] subclause 4.4.3.

3. Downlink signals are initially set up according to Annex C, and uplink signals according to Annex G.

4. The UL Reference Measurement channels are set according to Table 6.5A.3.1.1.4.1-1.

5. Propagation conditions are set according to Annex B.0

6.5A.3.1.1.4.2 Test procedure

1. Select any of the three Alignment Options (1, 2, or 3) from Tables N.2-1 through N.2-3 to mount the DUT inside the QZ.

2. If the re-positioning concept is applied, position the device in DUT Orientation 1 if the maximum beam peak direction is within zenith angular range 0^o≤≤90^o for the alignment option selected in step 1; position the device in DUT Orientation 2 (either Options 1 or 2) if the maximum beam peak direction is within zenith angular range 90^o<≤180^o for DUT Orientation 1 for the alignment option selected in step 1. If the re-positioning concept is not applied, position the device in DUT Orientation 1.

3. Configure SCC according to Annex C.0, C.1, C.2 for all downlink physical channels.

4. The SS shall configure SCC as per TS 38.508-1 [10] clause 5.5.1. Message contents are defined in clause 6.5A.3.1.1.4.3.

5. Apply the test step based on the 5G NR UE Release:

5a. For Release 16 and forward 5G NR UEs: SS applies a backoff on the PCell powerby activating the UE Power Limit Function (UPLF). The ACTIVATE POWER LIMIT REQUEST procedure is performed as specified in TS 38.508-1 [10] clause 4.9.32 using condition ‘NR FR2 2CA’. UE shall transmit ACTIVATE POWER LIMIT RESPONSE to SS. Go to step 6.

5b. For Release 15 5G NR UEs: No action.

6. SS activates SCC by sending the activation MAC CE (Refer TS 38.321 [28], clauses 5.9, 6.1.3.10). Wait for at least 2 seconds (Refer TS 38.133[25], clause 9.3).

7. SS sends uplink scheduling information for each UL HARQ process via PDCCH DCI format 0_1 for C_RNTI to schedule the UL RMC according to Table 6.5A.3.1.1.4.1-1. Since the UL has no payload and no loopback data to send the UE sends uplink MAC padding bits on the UL RMC.

8. Set the UE in the Inband Tx beam peak direction [(same as that found for single carrier in clause 6.5.3)] found with a 3D EIRP scan as performed in Annex K.1.1. Allow at least BEAM_SELECT_WAIT_TIME (NOTE 3) for the UE Tx beam selection to complete.

9. Apply the test step based on the 5G NR UE Release:

9a. For Release 16 and forward 5G NR UEs: Send continuously uplink power control "up" commands in every uplink scheduling information to the UE; allow at least 200msec for the UE to reach P_UMAX. Allow at least BEAM_SELECT_WAIT_TIME (NOTE 3) for the UE Tx beam selection to complete.

9b. For Release 15 5G NR UEs: Send uplink power control commands in uplink scheduling information to the UE per UL CC until the Power Headroom Report (PHR) from the UE for each UL CC is at the target value according to Table 6.2A.2.1.4.2-1; allow at least 200 ms for the UE to reach maximum output power. Allow at least BEAM_SELECT_WAIT_TIME (NOTE 1) for the UE Tx beam selection to complete.10. SS activates the UE Beamlock Function (UBF) by performing the procedure as specified in TS 38.508-1 [10] clause 4.9.2 using condition Tx only.

11. Measure the spurious emissions as per steps outlined below with an exception to the procedure in Annex K if the re-positioning concept is applied (NOTE 4):

(a) Perform coarse TRP measurements to identify spurious emission frequencies and corresponding power level according to the procedures in Annex L, using coarse TRP measurement grid selection criteria as per Table M.4.5-3 in Annex M. The measurement is completed in both polarizations θ and φ over frequency range and measurement bandwidth according to Table 6.5A.3.1.1.5-1. Optionally, a larger and non-constant measurement bandwidth than that of Table 6.5A.3.1.1.5-1 may be applied as long as the SNR (ratio of test limit to floor noise of test equipment) ≥ 10dB is guaranteed. The measurement period shall capture the [active time slots]. For each spurious emission frequency with coarse TRP identified to be less than an offset dB (NOTE 2) from the TRP limit according to Table 6.5A.3.1.1.5-1, continue with fine TRP procedures according to step (b).

The offset value shall be the TRP measurement uncertainty at 95% confidence level including the effect of coarse grid measurement uncertainty element. Different coarse TRP grids and corresponding offset values may be used for different frequencies. The coarse TRP grid and offset values used shall be recorded in the test report.

(b) Measure fine TRP measurements according to procedures in Annex K, using fine TRP measurement grid selection criteria as per Table M.4.5-3 in Annex M, for each of the spurious emission frequency identified in step (a). Apply a measurement bandwidth according to Table 6.5A.3.1.1.5-1.

12. Apply the test step based on the 5G NR UE Release:

12a. For Release 16 and forward 5G NR UEs SS deactivates the UE Power Limit Function (UPLF) by performing the DEACTIVATE POWER LIMIT REQUEST procedure as specified in TS 38.508-1 [10] clause 4.9.33.

12b. For Release 15 5G NR UEs: No action.

13. SS deactivates the UE Beamlock Function (UBF) by performing the procedure as specified in TS 38.508-1 [10] clause 4.9.3.

NOTE 1: The frequency range defined in Table 6.5A.3.1.1.5-1 may be split into ranges. For each range a different test system, e.g. antenna and/or chamber, may be used. To pass the test case all verdicts of the frequency ranges must pass.

NOTE 2: The coarse TRP measurement grid and corresponding offset dB value referred in step 10(a) above, for some valid grids can be found in TR 38.903 section B.18.

NOTE 3: The BEAM_SELECT_WAIT_TIME default value is defined in Annex K.1.1.

NOTE 4: If the (in-band) beam peak is within 0^o≤≤90^o: perform first hemispherical TRP scan (0^o≤≤90^o) in DUT Orientation 1 and second hemispherical TRP scan (90^o>≥0^o) in DUT Orientation 2. If the (in-band) beam peak is within 90^o<≤180^o: perform first hemispherical TRP scan (0^o≤≤90^o) in DUT Orientation 2 and second hemispherical TRP scan (90^o>≥0^o) in DUT Orientation 1. The DUT with UBF activated needs to be re-positioned during the test.

6.5A.3.1.1.4.3 Message contents

Message contents are according to TS 38.508-1 [10] subclause 4.6 with TRANSFORM_PRECODER_ENABLED condition in Table 4.6.3-118 PUSCH-Config with the following exceptions for Release 15 5G NR UE.

Table 6.5A.3.1.1.4.3-1: PUSCH-PowerControl

Derivation Path: TS 38.508-1 [10], Table 4.6.3-120
Information Element	Value/remark	Comment	Condition
PUSCH-PowerControl ::= SEQUENCE {
tpc-Accumulation	disabled
p0-AlphaSets SEQUENCE (SIZE (1..maxNrofP0-PUSCH-AlphaSets)) OF SEQUENCE {	1 entry
P0-PUSCH-AlphaSet[1] SEQUENCE {
alpha	alpha0
}
}
}

6.5A.3.1.1.5 Test Requirements

This clause specifies the requirements for the specified NR band for Transmitter Spurious emissions requirement with frequency range as indicated in Table 6.5A.3.1.1.5-1.

The maximum TRP power of spurious emission, measured using RMS detector, shall not exceed the described value in Table 6.5A.3.1.1.5-1.

Unless otherwise stated, the spurious emission limits apply for the frequency ranges that are more than F_OOB (MHz) in Table 6.5.3.1.3-1 starting from the edge of the assigned NR channel bandwidth. The spurious emission limits in Table 6.5A.3.1.1.5-1 apply for all transmitter band configurations (NRB) and channel bandwidths.

Table 6.5A.3.1.1.5-1: Spurious emissions for CA test requirements

Frequency Range	Maximum Level	Measurement bandwidth	NOTE
6 GHz ≤ f < 12.75 GHz	-30 dBm	1 MHz
12.75 GHz ≤ f ≤ 2^nd harmonic of the upper frequency edge of the UL operating band in GHz	-13 dBm	1 MHz
NOTE 1: Applies for Band n257, n258, n260

6.5A.3.1.2 General spurious emissions for CA (3UL CA)

Editor’s note: The following aspects are either missing or not yet determined:

– The testability of this test case is pending further analysis on relaxation of the requirement for band other than n257, n258, n260 and n261.

– Measurement Uncertainties and Test Tolerances are FFS for power class 1, 2, and 4.

– Connection diagram between SS and UE in TS 38.508-1 [10] Annex A is FFS.

– Test procedure only includes the testing of smartphone and is FFS for laptop and FWA.

6.5A.3.1.2.1 Test purpose

To verify that UE transmitter does not cause unacceptable interference to other channels or other systems in terms of transmitter spurious emissions.

6.5A.3.1.2.2 Test applicability

This test case applies to all types of NR UE release 15 and forward that supports FR2 3UL CA.

6.5A.3.1.2.3 Minimum conformance requirements

The minimum conformance requirements are defined in clause 6.5A.3.1.0.

6.5A.3.1.2.4 Test description

Same test description as in clause 6.5A.3.1.1.4.

6.5A.3.1.2.5 Test Requirements

The test requirement is the same as in clause 6.5A.3.1.1.5.

6.5A.3.1.3 General spurious emissions for CA (4UL CA)

Editor’s note: The following aspects are either missing or not yet determined:

– The testability of this test case is pending further analysis on relaxation of the requirement for band other than n257, n258, n260 and n261.

– Measurement Uncertainties and Test Tolerances are FFS for power class 1, 2, and 4.

– Connection diagram between SS and UE in TS 38.508-1 [10] Annex A is FFS.

– Test procedure only includes the testing of smartphone and is FFS for laptop and FWA.

6.5A.3.1.3.1 Test purpose

To verify that UE transmitter does not cause unacceptable interference to other channels or other systems in terms of transmitter spurious emissions.

6.5A.3.1.3.2 Test applicability

This test case applies to all types of NR UE release 15 and forward that supports FR2 4UL CA.

6.5A.3.1.3.3 Minimum conformance requirements

The minimum conformance requirements are defined in clause 6.5A.3.1.0.

6.5A.3.1.3.4 Test description

Same test description as in clause 6.5A.3.1.1.4.

6.5A.3.1.3.5 Test Requirements

The test requirement is the same as in clause 6.5A.3.1.1.5.

6.5A.3.1.4 General spurious emissions for CA (5UL CA)

Editor’s note: The following aspects are either missing or not yet determined:

– The testability of this test case is pending further analysis on relaxation of the requirement for band other than n257, n258, n260 and n261.

– Measurement Uncertainties and Test Tolerances are FFS for power class 1, 2, and 4.

– Connection diagram between SS and UE in TS 38.508-1 [10] Annex A is FFS.

– Test procedure only includes the testing of smartphone and is FFS for laptop and FWA.

6.5A.3.1.4.1 Test purpose

To verify that UE transmitter does not cause unacceptable interference to other channels or other systems in terms of transmitter spurious emissions.

6.5A.3.1.4.2 Test applicability

This test case applies to all types of NR UE release 15 and forward that supports FR2 5UL CA.

6.5A.3.1.4.3 Minimum conformance requirements

The minimum conformance requirements are defined in clause 6.5A.3.1.0.

6.5A.3.1.4.4 Test description

Same test description as in clause 6.5A.3.1.1.4.

6.5A.3.1.4.5 Test Requirements

The test requirement is the same as in clause 6.5A.3.1.1.5

6.5A.3.1.5 General spurious emissions for CA (6UL CA)

Editor’s note: The following aspects are either missing or not yet determined:

– The testability of this test case is pending further analysis on relaxation of the requirement for band other than n257, n258, n260 and n261.

– Measurement Uncertainties and Test Tolerances are FFS for power class 1, 2, and 4.

– Connection diagram between SS and UE in TS 38.508-1 [10] Annex A is FFS.

– Test procedure only includes the testing of smartphone and is FFS for laptop and FWA.

6.5A.3.1.5.1 Test purpose

To verify that UE transmitter does not cause unacceptable interference to other channels or other systems in terms of transmitter spurious emissions.

6.5A.3.1.5.2 Test applicability

This test case applies to all types of NR UE release 15 and forward that supports FR2 6UL CA.

6.5A.3.1.5.3 Minimum conformance requirements

The minimum conformance requirements are defined in clause 6.5A.3.1.0.

6.5A.3.1.5.4 Test description

Same test description as in clause 6.5A.3.1.1.4.

6.5A.3.1.5.5 Test Requirements

The test requirement is the same as in clause 6.5A.3.1.1.5

6.5A.3.1.6 General spurious emissions for CA (7UL CA)

Editor’s note: The following aspects are either missing or not yet determined:

– The testability of this test case is pending further analysis on relaxation of the requirement for band other than n257, n258, n260 and n261.

– Measurement Uncertainties and Test Tolerances are FFS for power class 1, 2, and 4.

– Connection diagram between SS and UE in TS 38.508-1 [10] Annex A is FFS.

– Test procedure only includes the testing of smartphone and is FFS for laptop and FWA.

6.5A.3.1.6.1 Test purpose

To verify that UE transmitter does not cause unacceptable interference to other channels or other systems in terms of transmitter spurious emissions.

6.5A.3.1.6.2 Test applicability

This test case applies to all types of NR UE release 15 and forward that supports FR2 7UL CA.

6.5A.3.1.6.3 Minimum conformance requirements

The minimum conformance requirements are defined in clause 6.5A.3.1.0.

6.5A.3.1.6.4 Test description

Same test description as in clause 6.5A.3.1.1.4.

6.5A.3.1.6.5 Test Requirements

The test requirement is the same as in clause 6.5A.3.1.1.5

6.5A.3.1.7 General spurious emissions for CA (8UL CA)

Editor’s note: The following aspects are either missing or not yet determined:

– The testability of this test case is pending further analysis on relaxation of the requirement for band other than n257, n258, n260 and n261.

– Measurement Uncertainties and Test Tolerances are FFS for power class 1, 2, and 4.

– Connection diagram between SS and UE in TS 38.508-1 [10] Annex A is FFS.

– Test procedure only includes the testing of smartphone and is FFS for laptop and FWA.

6.5A.3.1.7.1 Test purpose

To verify that UE transmitter does not cause unacceptable interference to other channels or other systems in terms of transmitter spurious emissions.

6.5A.3.1.7.2 Test applicability

This test case applies to all types of NR UE release 15 and forward that supports FR2 8UL CA.

6.5A.3.1.7.3 Minimum conformance requirements

The minimum conformance requirements are defined in clause 6.5A.3.1.0.

6.5A.3.1.7.4 Test description

Same test description as in clause 6.5A.3.1.1.4.

6.5A.3.1.7.5 Test Requirements

The test requirement is the same as in clause 6.5A.3.1.1.5

6.5A.3.2 Spurious emission band UE co-existence for UL CA

This clause specifies the requirements for the specified carrier aggregation configurations for coexistence with protected bands. The requirement is verified in beam locked mode with the test metric of TRP (Link=TX beam peak direction, Meas=TRP grid). The TX beam peak direction used for CA testing is the [same as that found for single carrier scenario in clause 6.5.3].

6.5A.3.2.0 Minimum conformance requirements

For intra-band contiguous carrier aggregation, the requirements in Table 6.5A.3.2.0-1 apply.

Table 6.5A.3.2.0-1: Spurious emissions UE co-existence CA limits

CA band	Spurious emission
CA band	Protected band / frequency range	Frequency range (MHz)			Maximum Level (dBm)	MBW (MHz)	NOTE
CA_n257	NR Band n260	F_{DL_low}	–	F_{DL_high}	-2	100
	Frequency range	23600	–	24000	1	200	2
	Frequency range	57000	–	66000	2	100
CA_n258
CA_n258	Frequency range	57000	–	66000	2	100
CA n259	NR Band 257	F_{DL_low}	–	F_{DL_high}	-5	100
	NR Band 261	F_{DL_low}	–	F_{DL_high}	-5	100
	Frequency range	36000	–	37000	7	1000
	Frequency range	57000	–	66000	2	100
CA_n260	NR Band 257	F_{DL_low}	–	F_{DL_high}	-5	100
	NR Band 261	F_{DL_low}	–	F_{DL_high}	-5	100

	Frequency range	57000	–	66000	2	100
CA_n261	NR Band 260	F_{DL_low}	–	F_{DL_high}	-2	100

	Frequency range	57000	–	66000	2	100
NOTE 1: F_{DL_low} and F_{DL_high} refer to each NR frequency band specified in Table 5.2-1 NOTE 2: The protection of frequency range 23600-24000MHz is meant for protection of satellite passive services.

6.5A.3.2.1 Spurious emission band UE co-existence for CA (2UL CA)

Editor’s note: The following aspects are either missing or not yet determined:

– The testability of this test case is pending further analysis on relaxation of the requirement for band other than n257, n258, n260 and n261.

– Measurement Uncertainties and Test Tolerances are FFS for power class 1, 2, and 4.

– Connection diagram between SS and UE in TS 38.508-1 [10] Annex A is FFS.

– Test procedure only includes the testing of smartphone and is FFS for laptop and FWA.

– For a transition period until RAN#99, the stability and repeatability of test procedure with PHR (variant b) for Rel-15 UEs is under evaluation.

6.5A.3.2.1.1 Test purpose

To verify that UE transmitter does not cause unacceptable interference when in co-existence with protected bands in terms of transmitter spurious emissions.

6.5A.3.2.1.2 Test applicability

This test case applies to all types of NR UE release 15 and forward that supports FR2 2UL CA.

6.5A.3.2.1.3 Minimum conformance requirements

Same minimum conformance requirements as in clause 6.5A.3.2.0.

6.5A.3.2.1.4 Test description

6.5A.3.2.1.4.1 Initial conditions

Initial conditions are a set of test configurations the UE needs to be tested in and the steps for the SS to take with the UE to reach the correct measurement state.

The initial test configurations consist of environmental conditions, test frequencies, and channel bandwidths based on NR operating bands specified in clause 5.5A. All of these configurations shall be tested with applicable test parameters for each channel bandwidth and subcarrier spacing, are shown in Table 6.5A.3.2.1.4.1-1. The details of the uplink reference measurement channels (RMCs) are specified in Annexes A.2. Configurations of PDSCH and PDCCH before measurement are specified in Annex C.2.

Table 6.5A.3.2.1.4.1-1: Test Configuration Table

Initial Conditions
Test Environment as specified in TS 38.508-1 [10] subclause 4.1			Normal
Test Frequencies as specified in TS 38.508-1 [10] subclause 4.3.1.2.3 for different CA bandwidth classes			Low range, High range (NOTE 2)
Test CC combination setting as specified in TS 38.508-1 [10] subclause 4.3.1.2.3 for the CA Configuration across bandwidth combination sets supported by the UE.			Maximum aggregated BW (contiguous CA)
Test SCS as specified in Table 5.3.5-1			120kHz
Test Parameters
Test ID	CC	Downlink Configuration	UL Modulation	UL RB allocation (NOTE 1)
1	PCC	–	DFT-s-OFDM QPSK	Outer_Full
	SCCs		DFT-s-OFDM QPSK	Outer_Full
2	PCC		DFT-s-OFDM QPSK	Inner_1RB for PC2, PC3 and PC4 Inner_Partial for PC1 (NOTE 3)
	SCCs		DFT-s-OFDM QPSK	Inner_1RB for PC2, PC3 and PC4 Inner_Partial for PC1
NOTE 1: The specific configuration of each RB allocation is defined in Table 6.1-1 for PC2, PC3 and PC4 or Table 6.1-2 for PC1. NOTE 2: When testing Low range test only in Frequency Range lower than (F_{UL_low} – Δf_OOB) and when testing High range test only in Frequency Range higher than (F_{UL_high} + Δf_OOB). NOTE 3: When testing Low range configure uplink RB to Inner_1RB_Left for PC2, PC3 and PC4 or Inner_Partial_Left_Region1 for PC1 and when testing High range configure uplink RB to Inner_1RB_Right for PC2, PC3 and PC4 or Inner_Partial_Right_Region1 for PC1. NOTE 4: For a FR2 band under test, if the protected band frequency range in Table 6.5A.3.2.0-1 is only on lower or only higher frequency region with respect to the FR2 band under test then it is sufficient to test only Low range or High range frequencies, otherwise test at both Low range and High range. NOTE 5: Number of DL CCs shall be configured the same as number of UL CCs. The requirements are appliable as per 5.3A.4: "The requirements are applicable only when Uplink CCs are configured within the frequency range between lower edge of lowest downlink component carrier and upper edge of highest downlink component carrier".

1. Connection between SS and UE is shown in TS 38.508-1 [10] Annex A, Figure [TBD] for TE diagram and Figure [TBD] for UE diagram.

2. The parameter settings for the cell are set up according to TS 38.508-1 [10] subclause 4.4.3.

3. Downlink signals are initially set up according to Annex C, and uplink signals according to Annex G.

4. The UL Reference Measurement channels are set according to Table 6.5A.3.2.1.4.1-1.

5. Propagation conditions are set according to Annex B.0.

6.5A.3.2.1.4.2 Test procedure

1. Select any of the three Alignment Options (1, 2, or 3) from Tables N.2-1 through N.2-3 to mount the DUT inside the QZ.

3. Configure SCC according to Annex C.0, C.1, C.2 for all downlink physical channels.

4. The SS shall configure SCC as per TS 38.508-1 [10] clause 5.5.1. Message contents are defined in clause 6.5A.3.2.1.4.3.

5. Apply the test step based on the 5G NR UE Release:

5b. For Release 15 5G NR UEs: No action.

6. SS activates SCC by sending the activation MAC CE (Refer TS 38.321 [28], clauses 5.9, 6.1.3.10). Wait for at least 2 seconds (Refer TS 38.133[25], clause 9.3).

7. SS sends uplink scheduling information for each UL HARQ process via PDCCH DCI format 0_1 for C_RNTI to schedule the UL RMC according to Table 6.5A.3.2.1.4.1-1. Since the UL has no payload and no loopback data to send the UE sends uplink MAC padding bits on the UL RMC.

9. Apply the test step based on the 5G NR UE Release:

10. SS activates the UE Beamlock Function (UBF) by performing the procedure as specified in TS 38.508-1 [10] clause 4.9.2 using condition Tx only.

11. Measure the spurious emissions as per steps outlined below with an exception to the procedure in Annex K if the re-positioning concept is applied (NOTE 4):

(a) Perform coarse TRP measurements to identify spurious emission frequencies and corresponding power level according to the procedures in Annex L, using coarse TRP measurement grid selection criteria as per Table M.4.5-3 in Annex M. The measurement is completed in both polarizations θ and φ over frequency range and measurement bandwidth according to Table 6.5A.3.2.1.5-1. Optionally, a larger and non-constant measurement bandwidth than that of Table 6.5A.3.2.1.5-1 may be applied as long as the SNR (ratio of test limit to floor noise of test equipment) ≥ 10dB is guaranteed. The measurement period shall capture the [active time slots]. For each spurious emission frequency with coarse TRP identified to be less than an offset dB (NOTE 2) from the TRP limit according to Table 6.5A.3.2.1.5-1, continue with fine TRP procedures according to step (b).

12. Apply the test step based on the 5G NR UE Release:

12a. For Release 16 and forward 5G NR UEs: SS deactivates the UE Power Limit Function (UPLF) by performing the DEACTIVATE POWER LIMIT REQUEST procedure as specified in TS 38.508-1 [10] clause 4.9.33.

12b. For Release 15 5G NR UEs: No action.

13. SS deactivates the UE Beamlock Function (UBF) by performing the procedure as specified in TS 38.508-1 [10] clause 4.9.3.

NOTE 1: The frequency range defined in Table 6.5A.3.2.1.5-1 may be split into ranges. For each range a different test system, e.g. antenna and/or chamber, may be used. To pass the test case all verdicts of the frequency ranges must pass.

NOTE 2: The coarse TRP measurement grid and corresponding offset dB value referred in step 10(a) above, for some valid grids can be found in TR 38.903 section B.18.

NOTE 3: The BEAM_SELECT_WAIT_TIME default value is defined in Annex K.1.1.

6.5A.3.2.1.4.3 Message contents

Message contents are according to TS 38.508-1 [10] subclause 4.6.1 with the following exceptions for Release 15 5G NR UE.

Table 6.5A.3.2.1.4.3-1: PUSCH-PowerControl

Derivation Path: TS 38.508-1 [10], Table 4.6.3-120
Information Element	Value/remark	Comment	Condition
PUSCH-PowerControl ::= SEQUENCE {
tpc-Accumulation	disabled
p0-AlphaSets SEQUENCE (SIZE (1..maxNrofP0-PUSCH-AlphaSets)) OF SEQUENCE {	1 entry
P0-PUSCH-AlphaSet[1] SEQUENCE {
alpha	alpha0
}
}
}

6.5A.3.2.1.5 Test requirement

This clause specifies the requirements for the specified NR band for Transmitter Spurious emissions for UE co-existence requirement with frequency range as indicated in Table 6.5A.3.2.1.5-1.

The maximum TRP power of spurious emission for UE co-existence, measured using RMS detector, shall not exceed the described value in Table 6.5A.3.2.1.5-1.

The spurious emission UE co-existence limits in Table 6.5A.3.2.1.5-1 apply for all transmitter band configurations (NRB) and channel bandwidths.

Table 6.5A.3.2.1.5-1: Spurious emissions UE co-existence CA test requirements

UL CA for any CA bandwidth class	Spurious emission
UL CA for any CA bandwidth class	Protected band / frequency range	Frequency range (MHz)			Maximum Level (dBm)	MBW (MHz)	NOTE
CA_n257	NR Band n260	F_{DL_low}	–	F_{DL_high}	-2	100
	Frequency range	23600	–	24000	1	200	2
	Frequency range	57000	–	66000	2	100
CA_n258
CA_n258	Frequency range	57000	–	66000	2	100
CA_n259	NR Band 257	F_{DL_low}	–	F_{DL_high}	-5	100
	NR Band 261	F_{DL_low}	–	F_{DL_high}	-5	100
	Frequency range	36000	–	37000	7	1000
	Frequency range	57000	–	66000	2	100
CA_n260	NR Band 257	F_{DL_low}	–	F_{DL_high}	-5	100
	NR Band 261	F_{DL_low}	–	F_{DL_high}	-5	100

	Frequency range	57000	–	66000	2	100
CA_n261	NR Band 260	F_{DL_low}	–	F_{DL_high}	-2	100

	Frequency range	57000	–	66000	2	100
NOTE 1: F_{DL_low} and F_{DL_high} refer to each NR frequency band specified in Table 5.2-1 NOTE 2: The protection of frequency range 23600-2400MHz is meant for protection of satellite passive services.

6.5A.3.2.2 Spurious emission band UE co-existence for CA (3UL CA)

Editor’s note: The following aspects are either missing or not yet determined:

– The testability of this test case is pending further analysis on relaxation of the requirement for band other than n257, n258, n260 and n261.

– Measurement Uncertainties and Test Tolerances are FFS for power class 1, 2, and 4.

– Connection diagram between SS and UE in TS 38.508-1 [10] Annex A is FFS.

– Test procedure only includes the testing of smartphone and is FFS for laptop and FWA.

6.5A.3.2.2.1 Test purpose

To verify that UE transmitter does not cause unacceptable interference when in co-existence with protected bands in terms of transmitter spurious emissions.

6.5A.3.2.2.2 Test applicability

This test case applies to all types of NR UE release 15 and forward that supports FR2 3UL CA.

6.5A.3.2.2.3 Minimum conformance requirements

The minimum conformance requirements are defined in clause 6.5A.3.2.0.

6.5A.3.2.2.4 Test description

Same test description as in clause 6.5A.3.2.1.4.

6.5A.3.2.2.5 Test Requirements

The test requirement is the same as in clause 6.5A.3.2.1.5.

6.5A.3.2.3 Spurious emission band UE co-existence for CA (4UL CA)

Editor’s note: The following aspects are either missing or not yet determined:

– The testability of this test case is pending further analysis on relaxation of the requirement for band other than n257, n258, n260 and n261.

– Measurement Uncertainties and Test Tolerances are FFS for power class 1, 2, and 4.

– Connection diagram between SS and UE in TS 38.508-1 [10] Annex A is FFS.

– Test procedure only includes the testing of smartphone and is FFS for laptop and FWA.

6.5A.3.2.3.1 Test purpose

To verify that UE transmitter does not cause unacceptable interference when in co-existence with protected bands in terms of transmitter spurious emissions.

6.5A.3.2.3.2 Test applicability

This test case applies to all types of NR UE release 15 and forward that supports FR2 4UL CA.

6.5A.3.2.3.3 Minimum conformance requirements

The minimum conformance requirements are defined in clause 6.5A.3.2.0.

6.5A.3.2.3.4 Test description

Same test description as in clause 6.5A.3.2.1.4.

6.5A.3.2.3.5 Test Requirements

The test requirement is the same as in clause 6.5A.3.2.1.5.

6.5A.3.2.4 Spurious emission band UE co-existence for CA (5UL CA)

Editor’s note: The following aspects are either missing or not yet determined:

– The testability of this test case is pending further analysis on relaxation of the requirement for band other than n257, n258, n260 and n261.

– Measurement Uncertainties and Test Tolerances are FFS for power class 1, 2, and 4.

– Connection diagram between SS and UE in TS 38.508-1 [10] Annex A is FFS.

– Test procedure only includes the testing of smartphone and is FFS for laptop and FWA.

6.5A.3.2.4.1 Test purpose

To verify that UE transmitter does not cause unacceptable interference when in co-existence with protected bands in terms of transmitter spurious emissions.

6.5A.3.2.4.2 Test applicability

This test case applies to all types of NR UE release 15 and forward that supports FR2 5UL CA.

6.5A.3.2.4.3 Minimum conformance requirements

The minimum conformance requirements are defined in clause 6.5A.3.2.0.

6.5A.3.2.4.4 Test description

Same test description as in clause 6.5A.3.2.1.4.

6.5A.3.2.4.5 Test Requirements

The test requirement is the same as in clause 6.5A.3.2.1.5.

6.5A.3.2.5 Spurious emission band UE co-existence for CA (6UL CA)

Editor’s note: The following aspects are either missing or not yet determined:

– The testability of this test case is pending further analysis on relaxation of the requirement for band other than n257, n258, n260 and n261.

– Measurement Uncertainties and Test Tolerances are FFS for power class 1, 2, and 4.

– Connection diagram between SS and UE in TS 38.508-1 [10] Annex A is FFS.

– Test procedure only includes the testing of smartphone and is FFS for laptop and FWA.

6.5A.3.2.5.1 Test purpose

To verify that UE transmitter does not cause unacceptable interference when in co-existence with protected bands in terms of transmitter spurious emissions.

6.5A.3.2.5.2 Test applicability

This test case applies to all types of NR UE release 15 and forward that supports FR2 6UL CA.

6.5A.3.2.5.3 Minimum conformance requirements

The minimum conformance requirements are defined in clause 6.5A.3.2.0.

6.5A.3.2.5.4 Test description

Same test description as in clause 6.5A.3.2.1.4.

6.5A.3.2.5.5 Test Requirements

The test requirement is the same as in clause 6.5A.3.2.1.5.

6.5A.3.2.6 Spurious emission band UE co-existence for CA (7UL CA)

Editor’s note: The following aspects are either missing or not yet determined:

– The testability of this test case is pending further analysis on relaxation of the requirement for band other than n257, n258, n260 and n261.

– Measurement Uncertainties and Test Tolerances are FFS for power class 1, 2, and 4.

– Connection diagram between SS and UE in TS 38.508-1 [10] Annex A is FFS.

– Test procedure only includes the testing of smartphone and is FFS for laptop and FWA.

6.5A.3.2.6.1 Test purpose

To verify that UE transmitter does not cause unacceptable interference when in co-existence with protected bands in terms of transmitter spurious emissions.

6.5A.3.2.6.2 Test applicability

This test case applies to all types of NR UE release 15 and forward that supports FR2 7UL CA.

6.5A.3.2.6.3 Minimum conformance requirements

The minimum conformance requirements are defined in clause 6.5A.3.2.0.

6.5A.3.2.6.4 Test description

Same test description as in clause 6.5A.3.2.1.4.

6.5A.3.2.6.5 Test Requirements

The test requirement is the same as in clause 6.5A.3.2.1.5.

6.5A.3.2.7 Spurious emission band UE co-existence for CA (8UL CA)

Editor’s note: The following aspects are either missing or not yet determined:

– The testability of this test case is pending further analysis on relaxation of the requirement for band other than n257, n258, n260 and n261.

– Measurement Uncertainties and Test Tolerances are FFS for power class 1, 2, and 4.

– Connection diagram between SS and UE in TS 38.508-1 [10] Annex A is FFS.

– Test procedure only includes the testing of smartphone and is FFS for laptop and FWA.

6.5A.3.2.7.1 Test purpose

To verify that UE transmitter does not cause unacceptable interference when in co-existence with protected bands in terms of transmitter spurious emissions.

6.5A.3.2.7.2 Test applicability

This test case applies to all types of NR UE release 15 and forward that supports FR2 8UL CA.

6.5A.3.2.7.3 Minimum conformance requirements

The minimum conformance requirements are defined in clause 6.5A.3.2.0.

6.5A.3.2.7.4 Test description

Same test description as in clause 6.5A.3.2.1.4.

6.5A.3.2.7.5 Test Requirements

The test requirement is the same as in clause 6.5A.3.2.1.5.

6.5A.3.3 Additional spurious emissions for CA

6.5A.3.3.0 Minimum conformance requirements

The additional spurious emission for CA limits in Table 6.5A.3.3.0-2 and Table 6.5A.3.3.0-3 apply for all transmitter band configurations (RB) and channel bandwidths. The requirement is verified in beam locked mode with the test metric of TRP (Link=TX beam peak direction, Meas=TRP grid).

Table 6.5A.3.3.0-1: Void

When " CA_NS_202" is indicated in the cell, the power of any UE emission shall not exceed the levels specified in Table 6.5A.3.3.0-2.

Table 6.5A.3.3.0-2: Additional spurious emissions for (CA_NS_202) test limits

Frequency Range	Maximum Level	Measurement bandwidth
7.25 GHz ≤ f ≤ 2^nd harmonic of the upper frequency edge of the UL operating band	-10 dBm	100 MHz
23.6 GHz ≤ f ≤ 24.0 GHz	+1 dBm	200 MHz

When "CA_NS_203" is indicated in the cell, the power of any UE emission shall not exceed the levels specified in Table 6.5A.3.3.0-3. This requirement also applies for the frequency ranges that are less than F_OOB (MHz) in Table 6.5A.3.2.0-1 from the edge of the channel bandwidth.

Table 6.5A.3.3.0-3: Additional spurious emissions (CA_NS_203) test limits

Frequency band

(GHz)

Spectrum emission limit (dBm)

Measurement bandwidth

23.6 f 24.0

200 MHz

The normative reference for this requirement is TS 38.101-2 subclause 6.5A.3.2.

6.5A.3.3.1 Additional spurious emissions for CA (2UL CA)

Editor’s note: This clause is incomplete. The following aspects are either missing or not yet determined:

– The testability of this test case is pending further analysis on relaxation of the requirement for band other than n257, n258, n260 and n261.

– Measurement Uncertainties and Test Tolerances are FFS for power class 1, 2, and 4.

– TP analysis for CA is FFS (identify lowest MPR w/form, RB allocation for multiple carrier or PCC only, 1RB location if RB allocated for multiple carrier).

– Connection diagram between SS and UE in TS 38.508-1 [10] Annex A is FFS.

– Test procedure only includes the testing of smartphone and is FFS for laptop and FWA.

– For a transition period until RAN#99, the stability and repeatability of test procedure with PHR (variant b) for Rel-15 UEs is under evaluation.

6.5A.3.3.1.1 Test purpose

Additional spurious emission requirements are signalled by the network to indicate that the UE shall meet an additional requirement for a specific deployment scenario as part of the cell handover/broadcast message.

6.5A.3.3.1.2 Test applicability

This test case applies to all types of NR UE release 15 and forward that supports FR2 2UL CA.

6.5A.3.3.1.3 Minimum conformance requirements

Same minimum conformance requirements as in clause 6.5A.3.3.0.

6.5A.3.3.1.4 Test description

6.5A.3.3.1.4.1 Initial conditions

Initial conditions are a set of test configurations the UE needs to be tested in and the steps for the SS to take with the UE to reach the correct measurement state.

The initial test configurations consist of environmental conditions, test frequencies, and channel bandwidths based on NR operating bands specified in clause 5.5A. All of these configurations shall be tested with applicable test parameters for each channel bandwidth and subcarrier spacing, are shown in Table 6.5A.3.3.1.4.1-1. The details of the uplink reference measurement channels (RMCs) are specified in Annexes A.2. Configurations of PDSCH and PDCCH before measurement are specified in Annex C.2.

Table 6.5A.3.3.1.4.1-1: Test Configuration Table

Initial Conditions
Test Environment as specified in TS 38.508-1 [10] subclause 4.1		Normal
Test Frequencies as specified in TS 38.508-1 [10] subclause 4.3.1.2.3 for different CA bandwidth classes		Low range, High range (NOTE 2)
Test CC combination setting as specified in TS 38.508-1 [10] subclause 4.3.1.2.3 for the CA Configuration across bandwidth combination sets supported by the UE.		Highest
Test SCS as specified in Table 5.3.5-1		120kHz
Test Parameters
Test ID	Downlink Configuration	Uplink Configuration
	–	Modulation	RB allocation (NOTE 1)
1		FFS	FFS
2		FFS	FFS
NOTE 1: The specific configuration of each RB allocation is defined in Table 6.1-1 for PC2, PC3 and PC4 or Table 6.1-2 for PC1. NOTE 2: When testing Low range test only in Frequency Range lower than (F_{UL_low} – Δf_OOB) and when testing High range test only in Frequency Range higher than (F_{UL_high} + Δf_OOB). NOTE 3: Number of DL CCs shall be configured the same as number of UL CCs. The requirements are appliable as per 5.3A.4: "The requirements are applicable only when Uplink CCs are configured within the frequency range between lower edge of lowest downlink component carrier and upper edge of highest downlink component carrier".

1. Connection between SS and UE is shown in TS 38.508-1 [10] Annex A, Figure [TBD] for TE diagram and Figure [TBD] for UE diagram.

2. The parameter settings for the cell are set up according to TS 38.508-1 [10] subclause 4.4.3.

3. Downlink signals are initially set up according to Annex C, and uplink signals according to Annex G.

4. The UL Reference Measurement channels are set according to Table 6.5A.3.3.1.4.1-1.

5. Propagation conditions are set according to Annex B.0.

6.5A.3.3.1.4.2 Test procedure

1. Select any of the three Alignment Options (1, 2, or 3) from Tables N.2-1 through N.2-3 to mount the DUT inside the QZ.

3. Configure SCC according to Annex C.0, C.1, C.2 for all downlink physical channels.

4. The SS shall configure SCC as per TS 38.508-1 [10] clause 5.5.1. Message contents are defined in clause 6.5A.3.3.1.4.3.

5. Apply the test step based on the 5G NR UE Release:

5b. For Release 15 5G NR UEs: No action.

6. SS activates SCC by sending the activation MAC CE (Refer TS 38.321 [28], clauses 5.9, 6.1.3.10). Wait for at least 2 seconds (Refer TS 38.133[25], clause 9.3).

7. SS sends uplink scheduling information for each UL HARQ process via PDCCH DCI format 0_1 for C_RNTI to schedule the UL RMC according to Table 6.5A.3.3.1.4.1-1. Since the UL has no payload and no loopback data to send the UE sends uplink MAC padding bits on the UL RMC.

9. Apply the test step based on the 5G NR UE Release:

9b For Release 15 5G NR UEs: Send uplink power control commands in uplink scheduling information to the UE per UL CC until the Power Headroom Report (PHR) from the UE for each UL CC is at the target value according to Table 6.2A.2.1.4.2-1; allow at least 200 ms for the UE to reach maximum output power. Allow at least BEAM_SELECT_WAIT_TIME (NOTE 1) for the UE Tx beam selection to complete.

10. SS activates the UE Beamlock Function (UBF) by performing the procedure as specified in TS 38.508-1 [10] clause 4.9.2 using condition Tx only.

11. Measure the spurious emissions as per steps outlined below with an exception to the procedure in Annex K if the re-positioning concept is applied (NOTE 4):

(a) Perform coarse TRP measurements to identify spurious emission frequencies and corresponding power level according to the procedures in Annex L, using coarse TRP measurement grid selection criteria as per Table M.4.5-3 in Annex M. The measurement is completed in both polarizations θ and φ over frequency range and measurement bandwidth according to Table 6.5A.3.3.1.5-2. Optionally, a larger and non-constant measurement bandwidth than that of Table 6.5A.3.3.1.5-2 may be applied as long as the SNR (ratio of test limit to floor noise of test equipment) ≥ 10dB is guaranteed. The measurement period shall capture the [active time slots]. For each spurious emission frequency with coarse TRP identified to be less than an offset dB (NOTE 2) from the TRP limit according to Table 6.5A.3.3.1.5-2, continue with fine TRP procedures according to step (b).

12. Apply the test step based on the 5G NR UE Release:

12a. For Release 16 and forward 5G NR UEs: SS deactivates the UE Power Limit Function (UPLF) by performing the DEACTIVATE POWER LIMIT REQUEST procedure as specified in TS 38.508-1 [10] clause 4.9.33.

12b. For Release 15 5G NR UEs: No action.

13. SS deactivates the UE Beamlock Function (UBF) by performing the procedure as specified in TS 38.508-1 [10] clause 4.9.3.

NOTE 1: The frequency range defined in Table 6.5A.3.3.1.5-2 may be split into ranges. For each range a different test system, e.g. antenna and/or chamber, may be used. To pass the test case all verdicts of the frequency ranges must pass.

NOTE 2: The coarse TRP measurement grid and corresponding offset dB value referred in step 10(a) above, for some valid grids can be found in TR 38.903 section B.18.

NOTE 3: The BEAM_SELECT_WAIT_TIME default value is defined in Annex K.1.1.

6.5A.3.3.1.4.3 Message contents

Message contents are according to TS 38.508-1 [10] subclause 4.6.1 with the following exceptions for Release 15 5G NR UE.

Table 6.5A.3.3.1.4.3-1: PUSCH-PowerControl

Derivation Path: TS 38.508-1 [10], Table 4.6.3-120
Information Element	Value/remark	Comment	Condition
PUSCH-PowerControl ::= SEQUENCE {
tpc-Accumulation	disabled
p0-AlphaSets SEQUENCE (SIZE (1..maxNrofP0-PUSCH-AlphaSets)) OF SEQUENCE {	1 entry
P0-PUSCH-AlphaSet[1] SEQUENCE {
alpha	alpha0
}
}
}

6.5A.3.3.1.5 Test requirement

This clause specifies the requirements for the specified NR band for Transmitter Spurious emissions for UE co-existence requirement with frequency range as indicated in Table 6.5A.3.3.1.5-2.

The maximum TRP power of spurious emission for UE co-existence, measured using RMS detector, shall not exceed the described value in Table 6.5A.3.3.1.5-2.

The additional spurious emission for CA limits in Table 6.5A.3.3.1.5-2 apply for all transmitter band configurations (NRB) and channel bandwidths.

Table 6.5A.3.3.1.5-1: Void

Table 6.5A.3.3.1.5-2: Additional spurious emissions for CA (CA_NS_202) test requirements

Frequency Range	Maximum Level	Measurement bandwidth
7.25 GHz ≤ f ≤ 2^nd harmonic of the upper frequency edge of the UL operating band	-10 dBm	100 MHz
23.6 GHz ≤ f ≤ 24.0 GHz	+1 dBm	200 MHz
23.6 GHz ≤ f ≤ 24.0 GHz	+1 dBm	200 MHz

Table 6.5A.3.3.1.5-3: Additional spurious emissions for CA (CA_NS_203) test limits

Frequency band

(GHz)

Spectrum emission limit (dBm)

Measurement bandwidth

23.6 f 24.0

200 MHz

6.5A.3.3.2 Additional spurious emissions for CA (3UL CA)

Editor’s note: This clause is incomplete. The following aspects are either missing or not yet determined:

– The testability of this test case is pending further analysis on relaxation of the requirement for band other than n257, n258, n260 and n261.

– Measurement Uncertainties and Test Tolerances are FFS for power class 1, 2, and 4.

– TP analysis for CA is FFS (identify lowest MPR w/form, RB allocation for multiple carrier or PCC only, 1RB location if RB allocated for multiple carrier).

– Connection diagram between SS and UE in TS 38.508-1 [10] Annex A is FFS.

– Test procedure only includes the testing of smartphone and is FFS for laptop and FWA.

6.5A.3.3.2.1 Test purpose

6.5A.3.3.2.2 Test applicability

This test case applies to all types of NR UE release 15 and forward that supports FR2 3UL CA.

6.5A.3.3.2.3 Minimum conformance requirements

Same minimum conformance requirements as in clause 6.5A.3.3.0.

6.5A.3.3.2.4 Test description

Same test description as in clause 6.5A.3.3.1.4.

6.5A.3.3.2.5 Test requirement

The test requirement is the same as in clause 6.5A.3.3.1.5

6.5A.3.3.3 Additional spurious emissions for CA (4UL CA)

Editor’s note: This clause is incomplete. The following aspects are either missing or not yet determined:

– The testability of this test case is pending further analysis on relaxation of the requirement for band other than n257, n258, n260 and n261.

– Measurement Uncertainties and Test Tolerances are FFS for power class 1, 2, and 4.

– TP analysis for CA is FFS (identify lowest MPR w/form, RB allocation for multiple carrier or PCC only, 1RB location if RB allocated for multiple carrier).

– Connection diagram between SS and UE in TS 38.508-1 [10] Annex A is FFS.

– Test procedure only includes the testing of smartphone and is FFS for laptop and FWA.

6.5A.3.3.3.1 Test purpose

6.5A.3.3.3.2 Test applicability

This test case applies to all types of NR UE release 15 and forward that supports FR2 4UL CA.

6.5A.3.3.3.3 Minimum conformance requirements

Same minimum conformance requirements as in clause 6.5A.3.3.0.

6.5A.3.3.3.4 Test description

Same test description as in clause 6.5A.3.3.1.4.

6.5A.3.3.3.5 Test requirement

The test requirement is the same as in clause 6.5A.3.3.1.5.

6.5A.3.3.4 Additional spurious emissions for CA (5UL CA)

Editor’s note: This clause is incomplete. The following aspects are either missing or not yet determined:

– The testability of this test case is pending further analysis on relaxation of the requirement for band other than n257, n258, n260 and n261.

– Measurement Uncertainties and Test Tolerances are FFS for power class 1, 2, and 4.

– TP analysis for CA is FFS (identify lowest MPR w/form, RB allocation for multiple carrier or PCC only, 1RB location if RB allocated for multiple carrier).

– Connection diagram between SS and UE in TS 38.508-1 [10] Annex A is FFS.

– Test procedure only includes the testing of smartphone and is FFS for laptop and FWA.

6.5A.3.3.4.1 Test purpose

6.5A.3.3.4.2 Test applicability

This test case applies to all types of NR UE release 15 and forward that supports FR2 5UL CA.

6.5A.3.3.4.3 Minimum conformance requirements

Same minimum conformance requirements as in clause 6.5A.3.3.0.

6.5A.3.3.4.4 Test description

Same test description as in clause 6.5A.3.3.1.4.

6.5A.3.3.4.5 Test requirement

The test requirement is the same as in clause 6.5A.3.3.1.5.

6.5A.3.3.5 Additional spurious emissions for CA (6UL CA)

Editor’s note: This clause is incomplete. The following aspects are either missing or not yet determined:

– The testability of this test case is pending further analysis on relaxation of the requirement for band other than n257, n258, n260 and n261.

– Measurement Uncertainties and Test Tolerances are FFS for power class 1, 2, and 4.

– TP analysis for CA is FFS (identify lowest MPR w/form, RB allocation for multiple carrier or PCC only, 1RB location if RB allocated for multiple carrier).

– Connection diagram between SS and UE in TS 38.508-1 [10] Annex A is FFS.

– Test procedure only includes the testing of smartphone and is FFS for laptop and FWA.

6.5A.3.3.5.1 Test purpose

6.5A.3.3.5.2 Test applicability

This test case applies to all types of NR UE release 15 and forward that supports FR2 6UL CA.

6.5A.3.3.5.3 Minimum conformance requirements

Same minimum conformance requirements as in clause 6.5A.3.3.0.

6.5A.3.3.5.4 Test description

Same test description as in clause 6.5A.3.3.1.4.

6.5A.3.3.5.5 Test requirement

The test requirement is the same as in clause 6.5A.3.3.1.5.

6.5A.3.3.6 Additional spurious emissions for CA (7UL CA)

Editor’s note: This clause is incomplete. The following aspects are either missing or not yet determined:

– The testability of this test case is pending further analysis on relaxation of the requirement for band other than n257, n258, n260 and n261.

– Measurement Uncertainties and Test Tolerances are FFS for power class 1, 2, and 4.

– TP analysis for CA is FFS (identify lowest MPR w/form, RB allocation for multiple carrier or PCC only, 1RB location if RB allocated for multiple carrier).

– Connection diagram between SS and UE in TS 38.508-1 [10] Annex A is FFS.

– Test procedure only includes the testing of smartphone and is FFS for laptop and FWA.

6.5A.3.3.6.1 Test purpose

6.5A.3.3.6.2 Test applicability

This test case applies to all types of NR UE release 15 and forward that supports FR2 7UL CA.

6.5A.3.3.6.3 Minimum conformance requirements

Same minimum conformance requirements as in clause 6.5A.3.3.0.

6.5A.3.3.6.4 Test description

Same test description as in clause 6.5A.3.3.1.4.

6.5A.3.3.6.5 Test requirement

The test requirement is the same as in clause 6.5A.3.3.1.5.

6.5A.3.3.7 Additional spurious emissions for CA (8UL CA)

Editor’s note: This clause is incomplete. The following aspects are either missing or not yet determined:

– The testability of this test case is pending further analysis on relaxation of the requirement for band other than n257, n258, n260 and n261.

– Measurement Uncertainties and Test Tolerances are FFS for power class 1, 2, and 4.

– TP analysis for CA is FFS (identify lowest MPR w/form, RB allocation for multiple carrier or PCC only, 1RB location if RB allocated for multiple carrier).

– Connection diagram between SS and UE in TS 38.508-1 [10] Annex A is FFS.

– Test procedure only includes the testing of smartphone and is FFS for laptop and FWA.

6.5A.3.3.7.1 Test purpose

6.5A.3.3.7.2 Test applicability

This test case applies to all types of NR UE release 15 and forward that supports FR2 8UL CA.

6.5A.3.3.7.3 Minimum conformance requirements

Same minimum conformance requirements as in clause 6.5A.3.3.0.

6.5A.3.3.7.4 Test description

Same test description as in clause 6.5A.3.3.1.4.

6.5A.3.3.7.5 Test requirement

The test requirement is the same as in clause 6.5A.3.3.1.5