6.4B Transmit Signal Quality for DC

38.521-33GPPNRPart 3: Range 1 and Range 2 Interworking operation with other radiosRadio transmission and receptionRelease 17TSUser Equipment (UE) conformance specification

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6.4B.1 Frequency error

6.4B.1.1 Frequency error for Intra-band contiguous EN-DC

6.4B.1.1.1 Test purpose

Same test purpose as in clause 6.4.1 in TS 38.521-1 [8] for the NR carrier.

6.4B.1.1.2 Test applicability

This test case applies to all types of E-UTRA UE release 15 and forward, supporting intra-band contiguous EN-DC.

6.4B.1.1.3 Minimum conformance requirements

For intra-band contiguous EN-DC, the requirement shall apply on each component carrier as defined in clause 6.5.1 in TS 38.101-3 [4] and in clause 6.4.1 in TS 38.101-1 [2], respectively.

No exception requirements applicable to NR or E-UTRA. LTE anchor agnostic approach is applied.

The normative reference for this measurement is TS 38.101-3 [4] clause 6.4B.1.1.

6.4B.1.1.4 Test description

Same test description as in clause 6.4.1.4 in TS 38.521-1 [8] for the NR carrier with the following exception:

Notes defined in Table 6.4.1.4.1-1 will be updated as below.

The initial test configurations for E-UTRA band consist of environmental conditions, test frequencies, and channel bandwidths based on E-UTRA bands specified in Table 4.6-1. For Initial conditions as in clause 6.4.1.4.1 in TS 38.521-1 [8], the following steps will be added to configure E-UTRA component:

2.1. The parameter settings for E-UTRA cell are set up according to TS 36.508 [11] clause 4.4.3.

3.1. The E-UTRA downlink signal level, uplink signal level are set according to Table 4.6-1 and propagation conditions are set according to Annex B, clause B.0 of TS 36.521-1 [10].

Step 6 of Initial conditions as in clause 6.4.1.4.1 in TS 38.521-1 [8] is replaced by the following two steps:

6. Ensure the UE is in state RRC_CONNECTED with generic procedure parameters Connectivity EN-DC, DC bearer MCG and SCG, Connected without release On according to TS 38.508-1 [6] clause 4.5.

7. On the E-UTRA carrier, disable periodic and aperiodic CQI reports, disable SRS, set TimeAlignmentTimerDedicated IE to infinity and disable downlink and uplink scheduling, all as per Table 4.6-1 under clause 4.6.

6.4B.1.1.5 Test Requirement

The 10 frequency error Δf results must fulfil the test requirement defined in clause 6.4.1.5 TS 38.521-1 [8].

6.4B.1.2 Frequency error for Intra-band non-contiguous EN-DC

6.4B.1.2.1 Test purpose

Same test purpose as in clause 6.4.1 in TS 38.521-1 [8] for the NR carrier.

6.4B.1.2.2 Test applicability

This test case applies to all types of E-UTRA UE release 15 and forward, supporting intra-band non-contiguous EN-DC.

6.4B.1.2.3 Minimum conformance requirements

For intra-band non-contiguous EN-DC, the requirement shall apply on each component carrier as defined in clause 6.5.1 in TS 38.101-3 [4] and in clause 6.4.1 in TS 38.101-1 [2], respectively.

No exception requirements applicable to NR or E-UTRA. LTE anchor agnostic approach is applied.

The normative reference for this measurement is TS 38.101-3 [4] clause 6.4B.1.2.

6.4B.1.2.4 Test description

Same test description as in clause 6.4.1.4 in TS 38.521-1 [8] for the NR carrier with the following exception:

The initial test configurations consist of environmental conditions, test frequencies and channel bandwidths based on EN-DC operating bands specified in clause 5.5B.3, all of these configurations shall be tested with applicable test parameters for each intra-band non-contiguous EN-DC configuration specified in clause 5.3B.1.3, and are shown in table 6.4B.1.2.4-1.

Table 6.4B.1.2.4-1: Test Configuration Table

Initial Conditions
Test Environment as specified in TS 38.508-1 [6] clause 4.1			Normal, TL/VL, TL/VH, TH/VL, TH/VH
Test Frequencies as specified in TS 38.508-1 [6] clause 4.3.1 for different EN-DC bandwidth classes			MinWgap , MaxWgap
Test Channel Bandwidths as specified in TS 38.508-1 [6] clause 4.3.1			Highest N_{RB_agg} (NOTE3)
Test SCS as specified in Table 5.3.5-1			Lowest
Test Parameters
	Downlink Configuration			Uplink Configuration
Test ID	Modulation	RB allocation		Modulation	RB allocation
1	CP-OFDM QPSK	Full RB (NOTE 1)		DFT-s-OFDM QPSK	REFSENS (NOTE 2)
NOTE 1: Full RB allocation shall be used per each SCS and channel BW as specified in Table 7.3.2.4.1-2. NOTE 2: REFSENS refers to Table 7.3.2.4.1-3 which defines uplink RB configuration and start RB location for each SCS, channel BW and NR band. NOTE 3: If the UE supports multiple CC Combinations in the EN-DC Configuration with the same N_{RB_agg} , only the combination with the highest NRB_SCG is tested.

The initial test configurations for E-UTRA band consist of environmental conditions, test frequencies, and channel bandwidths based on E-UTRA bands specified in Table 4.6-1 with the exception that E-UTRA test frequency are specified in Table 7.4B.2.4.1-1 based on intra-band non-contiguous EN-DC configuration specified in clause 5.3B.1.3.

For Initial conditions as in clause 6.4.1.4.1 in TS 38.521-1 [8], the following steps will be added to configure E-UTRA component:

2.1. The parameter settings for E-UTRA cell are set up according to TS 36.508 [11] clause 4.4.3.

3.1. The E-UTRA downlink signal level, uplink signal level are set according to Table 4.6-1 and propagation conditions are set according to Annex B, clause B.0 of TS 36.521-1 [10].

Steps 4 and 6 of Initial conditions as in clause 6.4.1.4.1 in TS 38.521-1 [8] is replaced by:

4. The DL and UL Reference Measurement frequencies are set according to Table 6.4B.1.2.4-1.

6. Ensure the UE is in state RRC_CONNECTED with generic procedure parameters Connectivity EN-DC, DC bearer MCG and SCG, Connected without release On according to TS 38.508-1 [6] clause 4.5.

6.4B.1.2.5 Test Requirement

The 10 frequency error Δf results must fulfil the test requirement defined in TS 38.521-1 [8], clause 6.4.1.5.

6.4B.1.3 Frequency error for Inter-band EN-DC within FR1 (1 NR CC)

6.4B.1.3.1 Test purpose

Same test purpose as in clause 6.4.1 in TS 38.521-1 [8] for the NR carrier.

6.4B.1.3.2 Test applicability

This test case applies to all types of E-UTRA UE release 15 and forward, supporting inter-band EN-DC within FR1 with 1 NR UL.

6.4B.1.3.3 Minimum conformance requirements

For inter-band EN-DC with uplink assigned to one E-UTRA band and one NR band, the requirements shall apply on each component carrier as defined in clause 6.5.1 in TS 36.101 [5] and in clause 6.4.1 in TS 38.101-1 [2], respectively, with all component carriers active. If multiple component carriers are assigned to one E-UTRA band, the requirements in clauses 6.5.1A in TS 36.101 [5] apply for those component carriers, and if multiple component carriers are assigned to one NR band, the requirements in clauses 6.4A.1 in TS 38.101-1 [2] apply for those component carriers.

No exception requirements applicable to NR or E-UTRA. LTE anchor agnostic approach is applied.

The normative reference for this measurement is TS 38.101-3 [4] clause 6.4B.1.3.

6.4B.1.3.4 Test description

Same test description as in clause 6.4.1.4 in TS 38.521-1 [8] for the NR carrier with the following exception:

2.1. The parameter settings for E-UTRA cell are set up according to TS 36.508 [11] clause 4.4.3.

3.1. The E-UTRA downlink signal level, uplink signal level are set according to Table 4.6-1 and propagation conditions are set according to Annex B.0 of TS 36.521-1 [10].

Step 6 of Initial conditions as in clause 6.4.1.4.1 in TS 38.521-1 [8] is replaced by the following two steps:

6. Ensure the UE is in state RRC_CONNECTED with generic procedure parameters Connectivity EN-DC, DC bearer MCG and SCG, Connected without release On according to TS 38.508-1 [6] clause 4.5.

6.4B.1.3.5 Test Requirement

The 10 frequency error Δf results must fulfil the test requirement defined in 6.4.1.5 TS 38.521-1 [8].

6.4B.1.3a Frequency Error for inter-band NE-DC within FR1

No exception requirements applicable to E-UTRA or LTE.

No test case details are specified. The requirements for NR carrier(s) in this test case are tested in 6.4.1 and 6.4A.1 of TS 38.521-1 [8], and the requirements for LTE carrier(s) in this test case are tested in 6.5.1 and 6.5.1A of TS 36.521-1 [10]. Neither NR carrier(s) nor LTE carrier(s) needs to be tested again.

6.4B.1.4 Frequency Error for inter-band EN-DC including FR2 (1 NR CC)

6.4B.1.4.1 Test purpose

Same test purpose as in clause 6.4.1.1 in TS 38.521-2 [9] for the NR carrier.

6.4B.1.4.2 Test applicability

This test applies to all types of E-UTRA UE release 15 and forward, supporting intra-band EN-DC including FR2 with 1 NR UL CC.

6.4B.1.4.3 Minimum conformance requirements

Same minimum conformance requirements as in clause 6.4.1.3 in TS 38.521-2 [9] for the NR carrier.

No exception requirements applicable to NR or E-UTRA. LTE anchor agnostic approach is applied.

The normative reference for this requirement is TS 38.101-3 [4] clause 6.4B.

6.4B.1.4.4 Test description

Same test description as in clause 6.4.1.4 in TS 38.521-2 [9] for the NR carrier with the following exception:

The initial test configurations for E-UTRA band consist of environmental conditions, test frequencies, and channel bandwidths based on E-UTRA bands specified in Table 4.7-1.

For initial conditions as in clause 6.4.1.4.1 in TS 38.521-2 [9], the following steps will be added to configure E-UTRA component:

2.1. The parameter settings for E-UTRA cell are set up according to TS 36.508 [11] clause 4.4.3.

3.1. The E-UTRA downlink signal level, uplink signal level are set according to Table 4.7-1 and propagation conditions are set according to Annex B.0 of TS 36.521-1 [10].

Step 6 of Initial conditions as in clause 6.4.1.4.1 in TS 38.521-2 [9] is replaced by:

6. Ensure the UE is in state RRC_CONNECTED with generic procedure parameters Connectivity EN-DC, DC bearer MCG and SCG, Connected without release On according to TS 38.508-1 [6] clause 4.5.

Same test procedure as in clause 6.4.1.4.2 in TS 38.521-2 [9] with the following steps added for E-UTRA component:

1.1 On the E-UTRA carrier, disable periodic and aperiodic CQI reports, disable SRS, set TimeAlignmentTimerDedicated IE to infinity and disable downlink and uplink scheduling, all as per Table 4.7-1 under clause 4.7.

6.4B.1.4.5 Test requirements

Same test requirement as in clause 6.4.1.5 in TS 38.521-2 [9] for the NR carrier.

6.4B.1.4_1 Frequency Error for Inter-band EN-DC including FR2 (>1 NR CC)

6.4B.1.4_1.1 Frequency Error for Inter-band EN-DC including FR2 (2 NR CCs)

6.4B.1.4_1.1.1 Test purpose

Same test purpose as in clause 6.4.1.1 in TS 38.521-2 [9] for the NR carrier.

6.4B.1.4_1.1.2 Test applicability

This test case applies to all types of E-UTRA UE release 15 and forward, supporting inter-band EN-DC including FR2 with 2 NR UL CCs.

6.4B.1.4_1.1.3 Minimum conformance requirements

Same minimum conformance requirements as in clause 6.4.1.3 in TS 38.521-2 [9] for the NR carrier.

No exception requirements applicable to NR or E-UTRA. LTE anchor agnostic approach is applied.

The normative reference for this requirement is TS 38.101-3 [4] clause 6.4B.1.4.

6.4B.1.4_1.1.4 Test description

6.4B.1.4_1.1.4.1 Initial condition

Same test description as in clause 6.4A.1.1.4 in TS 38.521-2 [9] for the NR carrier with the following exception:

The initial test configurations for E-UTRA band consist of environmental conditions, test frequencies, and channel bandwidths based on E-UTRA bands specified in Table 4.7-1.

For Initial conditions as in clause 6.4A.1.1.4.1 in TS 38.521-2 [9], the following steps will be added to configure E-UTRA component:

2.1. The parameter settings for E-UTRA cell are set up according to TS 36.508 [11] clause 4.4.3.

3.1. The E-UTRA downlink signal level, uplink signal level are set according to Table 4.7-1 and propagation conditions are set according to Annex B.0 of TS 36.521-1 [10].

Step 6 of Initial conditions as in clause 6.4A.1.1.4.1 in TS 38.521-2 [9] is replaced by:

6. Ensure the UE is in state RRC_CONNECTED with generic procedure parameters Connectivity EN-DC, DC bearer MCG and SCG, Connected without release On according to TS 38.508-1 [6] clause 4.5.

Same test procedure as in clause 6.4A.1.1.4.2 in TS 38.521-2 [9] with the following steps added for E-UTRA component:

6.4B.1.4_1.1.5 Test Requirements

Same test requirement as in clause 6.4A.1.1.5 in TS 38.521-2 [9] for the NR carrier.

6.4B.1.4_1.2 Frequency Error for Inter-band EN-DC including FR2 (3 NR CCs)

6.4B.1.4_1.2.1 Test purpose

Same test purpose as in clause 6.4.1.1 in TS 38.521-2 [9] for the NR carrier.

6.4B.1.4_1.2.2 Test applicability

This test case applies to all types of E-UTRA UE release 15 and forward, supporting inter-band EN-DC including FR2 with 3 NR UL CCs.

6.4B.1.4_1.2.3 Minimum conformance requirements

Same minimum conformance requirements as in clause 6.4.1.3 in TS 38.521-2 [9] for the NR carrier.

No exception requirements applicable to NR or E-UTRA. LTE anchor agnostic approach is applied.

The normative reference for this requirement is TS 38.101-3 [4] clause 6.4B.1.4.

6.4B.1.4_1.2.4 Test description

6.4B.1.5.4_1.2.1 Initial condition

Same test description as in clause 6.4A.1.2.4 in TS 38.521-2 [9] for the NR carrier with the following exception:

The initial test configurations for E-UTRA band consist of environmental conditions, test frequencies, and channel bandwidths based on E-UTRA bands specified in Table 4.7-1.

For Initial conditions as in clause 6.4A.1.2.4.1 in TS 38.521-2 [9], the following steps will be added to configure E-UTRA component:

2.1. The parameter settings for E-UTRA cell are set up according to TS 36.508 [11] clause 4.4.3.

3.1. The E-UTRA downlink signal level, uplink signal level are set according to Table 4.7-1 and propagation conditions are set according to Annex B.0 of TS 36.521-1 [10].

Step 6 of Initial conditions as in clause 6.4A.1.2.4.1 in TS 38.521-2 [9] is replaced by:

6. Ensure the UE is in state RRC_CONNECTED with generic procedure parameters Connectivity EN-DC, DC bearer MCG and SCG, Connected without release On according to TS 38.508-1 [6] clause 4.5.

Same test procedure as in clause 6.4A.1.2.4.2 in TS 38.521-2 [9] with the following steps added for E-UTRA component:

6.4B.1.4_1.2.5 Test Requirements

Same test requirement as in clause 6.4A.1.2.5 in TS 38.521-2 [9] for the NR carrier.

6.4B.1.4_1.3 Frequency Error for Inter-band EN-DC including FR2 (4 NR CCs)

6.4B.1.4_1.3.1 Test purpose

Same test purpose as in clause 6.4.1.1 in TS 38.521-2 [9] for the NR carrier.

6.4B.1.4_1.3.2 Test applicability

This test case applies to all types of E-UTRA UE release 15 and forward, supporting inter-band EN-DC including FR2 with 4 NR UL CCs.

6.4B.1.4_1.3.3 Minimum conformance requirements

Same minimum conformance requirements as in clause 6.4.1.3 in TS 38.521-2 [9] for the NR carrier.

No exception requirements applicable to NR or E-UTRA. LTE anchor agnostic approach is applied.

The normative reference for this requirement is TS 38.101-3 [4] clause 6.4B.1.4.

6.4B.1.4_1.3.4 Test description

6.4B.1.4_1.3.4.1 Initial condition

Same test description as in clause 6.4A.1.3.4 in TS 38.521-2 [9] for the NR carrier with the following exception:

The initial test configurations for E-UTRA band consist of environmental conditions, test frequencies, and channel bandwidths based on E-UTRA bands specified in Table 4.7-1.

For Initial conditions as in clause 6.4A.1.3.4.1 in TS 38.521-2 [9], the following steps will be added to configure E-UTRA component:

2.1. The parameter settings for E-UTRA cell are set up according to TS 36.508 [11] clause 4.4.3.

3.1. The E-UTRA downlink signal level, uplink signal level are set according to Table 4.7-1 and propagation conditions are set according to Annex B.0 of TS 36.521-1 [10].

Step 6 of Initial conditions as in clause 6.4A.1.3.4.1 in TS 38.521-2 [9] is replaced by:

6. Ensure the UE is in state RRC_CONNECTED with generic procedure parameters Connectivity EN-DC, DC bearer MCG and SCG, Connected without release On according to TS 38.508-1 [6] clause 4.5.

Same test procedure as in clause 6.4A.1.3.4.2 in TS 38.521-2 [9] with the following steps added for E-UTRA component:

6.4B.1.4_1.3.5 Test Requirements

Same test requirement as in clause 6.4A.1.3.5 in TS 38.521-2 [9] for the NR carrier.

6.4B.1.4D Frequency error for inter-band EN-DC including FR2 for UL-MIMO

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

– The referred test case 6.4D.1 in TS 38.521-2 [9] is incomplete.

– Measurement Uncertainty and Test Tolerance are FFS and Annex F needs to be updated.

6.4B.1.4D.1 Test purpose

Same test purpose as in clause 6.4D.1.1 in TS 38.521-2 [9] for the NR carrier.

6.4B.1.4D.2 Test applicability

This test case applies to all types of E-UTRA UE release 15 and forward, supporting inter-band EN-DC including FR2 and UL MIMO.

6.4B.1.4D.3 Minimum conformance requirements

For inter-band EN-DC including FR2 or both FR1 and FR2, transmit modulation quality for EN-DC operations in FR1 and FR2 as specified in TS 36.101 [5], 38.101-1 [2] and 38.101-2 [3] apply for E-UTRA, NR FR1 and NR FR2 respectively.

The normative reference for this requirement is TS 38.101-3 [4] clause 6.4B.1.4.

Same minimum conformance requirements as in clause 6.4D.1.3 in TS 38.521-2 [9] for the NR carrier.

No exception requirements applicable to NR or E-UTRA. LTE anchor agnostic approach is applied.

6.4B.1.4D.4 Test description

6.4B.1.4D.4.1 Initial conditions

Same test description as in clause 6.4D.1.4 in TS 38.521-2 [9] for the NR carrier with the following exception:

The initial test configurations for E-UTRA band consist of environmental conditions, test frequencies, and channel bandwidths based on E-UTRA bands specified in Table 4.7-1. For Initial conditions as in clause 6.4D.1.4.1 in TS 38.521-2 [9], the following steps will be added to configure E-UTRA component:

2.1. The parameter settings for E-UTRA cell are set up according to TS 36.508 [11] clause 4.4.3.

3.1. The E-UTRA downlink signal level, uplink signal level are set according to Table 4.7-1 and propagation conditions are set according to Annex B.0 of TS 36.521-1 [10].

Step 6 of Initial conditions as in clause 6.4D.1.4.1 in TS 38.521-2 [9] is replaced by:

6. Ensure the UE is in state RRC_CONNECTED with generic procedure parameters Connectivity EN-DC, DC bearer MCG and SCG, Connected without release On according to TS 38.508-1 [6] clause 4.5.

Same test procedure as in clause 6.4D.1.4.2 in TS 38.521-2 [9] with the following steps added for E-UTRA component:

6.4B.1.4D.5 Test requirement

Same test requirement as in clause 6.4D.1.5 in TS 38.521-2 [9] for the NR carrier.

6.4B.2 Transmit Modulation Quality for DC

6.4B.2.1 Transmit Modulation Quality for intra-band contiguous EN-DC

6.4B.2.1.1 Error Vector Magnitude for intra-band contiguous EN-DC

6.4B.2.1.1.1 Test purpose

The Error Vector Magnitude is a measure of the difference between the reference waveform and the measured waveform. This difference is called the error vector. Before calculating the EVM the measured waveform is corrected by the sample timing offset and RF frequency offset. Then the carrier leakage shall be removed from the measured waveform before calculating the EVM.

The measured waveform is further equalised using the channel estimates subjected to the EVM equaliser spectrum flatness requirement specified in clause 6.4B.2.1.4.3. For DFT-s-OFDM waveforms, the EVM result is defined after the front-end FFT and IDFT as the square root of the ratio of the mean error vector power to the mean reference power expressed as a %. For CP-OFDM waveforms, the EVM result is defined after the front-end FFT as the square root of the ratio of the mean error vector power to the mean reference power expressed as a %.

The basic EVM measurement interval in the time domain is one preamble sequence for the PRACH and the duration of PUCCH/PUSCH channel, or one hop, if frequency hopping is enabled for PUCCH and PUSCH in the time domain. The EVM measurement interval is reduced by any symbols that contains an allowable power transient as defined in clause 6.3.3.3 of TS 38.521-1 [8].

6.4B.2.1.1.2 Test applicability

This test case applies to all types of E-UTRA UE release 15 and forward, supporting intra-band EN-DC.

6.4B.2.1.1.3 Minimum conformance requirements

For the intra-band contiguous EN-DC with one component carrier per CG the EVM requirement applies with PRB allocation in one of the CG and the other CG unallocated.

The EVM requirements for each CG are according to clause 6.5.2 of TS 36.101 [5] for the MCG and clause 6.4.2 of TS 38.101-1 [2] for the SCG with EN-DC configured.

The normative reference for this requirement is TS 38.101-3 [4] clause 6.4B.2.1.1.

No exception requirements applicable to NR or E-UTRA. LTE anchor agnostic approach is applied.

6.4B.2.1.1.4 Test description

Same test description as in clause 6.4.2.1.4 in TS 38.521-1 [8] for the NR carrier with the following exception:

Table 6.4B.2.1.1.4-1: Test Configuration Table

Initial Conditions
Test Frequencies as specified in TS 38.508-1 [6] clause 4.3.1	Mid range
Test EN-DC bandwidth combination as specified in Table 5.3B.1.2-1	Highest NRB_agg (NOTE 1)
NOTE 1: If the UE supports multiple CC Combinations in the EN-DC Configuration with the same NRB_agg , only the combination with the highest NRB_SCG is tested.

The initial test configurations for E-UTRA as specified in Table 4.6-1 except for the parameters specified in Table 6.4B.2.1.1.4-1.

For Initial conditions as in clause 6.4.2.1.4.1 in TS 38.521-1 [8], the following steps are added to configure E-UTRA component:

2.1. The parameter settings for E-UTRA cell are set up according to TS 36.508 [11] clause 4.4.3.

3.1. The E-UTRA downlink signal level, uplink signal level are set according to Table 4.6-1 and propagation conditions are set according to Annex B.0 of TS 36.521-1 [10].

Step 6 of Initial conditions as in clause 6.4.2.1.4.1 in TS 38.521-1 [8] is replaced by the following two steps:

6. Ensure the UE is in state RRC_CONNECTED with generic procedure parameters Connectivity EN-DC, DC bearer MCG and SCG, Connected without release On according to TS 38.508-1 [6] clause 4.5.

Same test procedure as in clause 6.4.2.1.4.2 in TS 38.521-1 [8].

For Message contents as in clause 6.4.2.1.4.3 in TS 38.521-1 [8], the following exception:

Table 6.4B.2.1.1.4-2: RACH-ConfigGeneric: PRACH measurement

Derivation Path: TS 38.508-1[5], Table 4.6.3-130
Information Element	Value/remark	Comment	Condition
RACH-ConfigGeneric ::= SEQUENCE {
prach-ConfigurationIndex	14	Unpaired Spectrum	PRACH Format 0

6.4B.2.1.1.5 Test requirements

Same test requirement as in clause 6.4.2.1.5 in TS 38.521-1 [8] for the NR carrier.

6.4B.2.1.2 Carrier Leakage for intra-band contiguous EN-DC

6.4B.2.1.2.1 Test purpose

Carrier leakage expresses itself as unmodulated sine wave with the carrier frequency or centre frequency of aggregated transmission bandwidth configuration. It is an interference of approximately constant amplitude and independent of the amplitude of the wanted signal. Carrier leakage interferes with the centre sub carriers of the UE under test (if allocated), especially, when their amplitude is small. The measurement interval is defined over one slot in the time domain.

The purpose of this test is to exercise the UE transmitter to verify its modulation quality in terms of carrier leakage.

6.4B.2.1.2.2 Test applicability

This test case applies to all types of E-UTRA UE release 15 and forward, supporting intra-band EN-DC.

6.4B.2.1.2.3 Minimum conformance requirements

The carrier leakage requirements for each CG are according to clause 6.5.2 of TS 36.101 [5] for the MCG and clause 6.4.2 of TS 38.101-1 [2] for the SCG with EN-DC configured.

The normative reference for this requirement is TS 38.101-3 [4] clause 6.4B.2.1.2.

No exception requirements applicable to NR or E-UTRA. LTE anchor agnostic approach is applied.

6.4B.2.1.2.4 Test description

Same test description as in clause 6.4.2.2.4 in TS 38.521-1 [8] for the NR carrier with the following exception:

Table 6.4B.2.1.2.4-1: Test Configuration

Initial Conditions
Test Frequencies as specified in TS 38.508-1 [6] clause 4.3.1	Mid range
Test EN-DC bandwidth combination as specified in Table 5.3B.1.2-1	Highest NRB_agg (NOTE 1)
NOTE 1: If the UE supports multiple CC Combinations in the EN-DC Configuration with the same NRB_agg , only the combination with the highest NRB_SCG is tested.

The initial test configurations for E-UTRA as specified in Table 4.6-1 except for the parameters specified in Table 6.4B.2.1.2.4-1For Initial conditions as in clause 6.4.2.2.4.1 in TS 38.521-1 [8], the following steps will be added to configure E-UTRA component:

2.1. The parameter settings for E-UTRA cell are set up according to TS 36.508 [11] clause 4.4.3.

3.1. The E-UTRA downlink signal level, uplink signal level are set according to Table 4.6-1 and propagation conditions are set according to Annex B.0 of TS 36.521-1 [10].

Step 6 of Initial conditions as in clause 6.4.2.2.4.1 in TS 38.521-1 [8] is replaced by the following two steps:

6. Ensure the UE is in state RRC_CONNECTED with generic procedure parameters Connectivity EN-DC, DC bearer MCG and SCG, Connected without release On according to TS 38.508-1 [6] clause 4.5.

6.4B.2.1.2.5 Test requirements

Same test requirement as in clause 6.4.2.2.5 in TS 38.521-1 [8] for the NR carrier.

6.4B.2.1.3 In-band Emissions for intra-band contiguous EN-DC

6.4B.2.1.3.1 Test purpose

The in-band emissions are a measure of the interference falling into the non-allocated resources blocks.

The in-band emission is defined as the average emission across 12 sub-carriers and as a function of the RB offset from the edge of the allocated UL transmission bandwidth. The in-band emission is measured as the ratio of the UE output power in a non–allocated RB to the UE output power in an allocated RB.

The basic in-band emissions measurement interval is defined over one slot in the time domain, however, the minimum requirement applies when the in-band emission measurement is averaged over 10 sub-frames. When the PUSCH or PUCCH transmission slot is shortened due to multiplexing with SRS, the in-band emissions measurement interval is reduced by one or more symbols, accordingly.

The purpose of this test is to exercise the UE transmitter to verify its modulation quality in terms of in-band emissions.

6.4B.2.1.3.2 Test applicability

This test applies to all types of E-UTRA UE release 15 and forward, supporting intra-band contiguous EN-DC.

6.4B.2.1.3.3 Minimum conformance requirements

For the MCG the in-band emission requirements in Table 6.5.2A.3.1-1 and Table 6.5.2A.3.1-2 in TS 36.101 [5] apply within the aggregated transmission bandwidth configuration of the EN-DC bandwidth with the carriers of both CGs active and one single contiguous PRB allocation of bandwidth within the MCG at the edge of the said aggregated transmission bandwidth configuration.

For the SCG the in-band emission requirements in Table 6.5.2A.3.1-1 and Table 6.5.2A.3.1-2 in TS 36.101 [5] apply within the aggregated transmission bandwidth configuration of the EN-DC bandwidth with the carriers of both CGs active and one single contiguous PRB allocation of bandwidth within the SCG at the edge of the aggregated transmission bandwidth configuration.

The normative reference for this requirement is TS 38.101-3 [4] clause 6.4B.2.1.3

Exception requirements for both NR and E-UTRA are defined for this test and therefore LTE anchor agnostic approach is not applied. E-UTRA test point analysis is included and E-UTRA measurements are performed.

6.4B.2.1.3.4 Test description

6.4B.2.1.3.4.1 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 test channel bandwidths based on NR operating bands specified in clause 5.3B.1.2, channel bandwidths and sub-carrier spacings for the NR cell specified in TS 38.521-1 [8] clause 5.3 and channel bandwidth for the E-UTRA cell are specified in TS 36.521-1 [10] clause 5.4.2. All of these configurations shall be tested with applicable test parameters for each EN-DC combination of test channel bandwidth and sub-carrier spacing, and are shown in table 6.4B.2.1.3.4.1-1. 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 TS 36.521.1 [10] Annex C.2 and in TS 38.521-1 [8] Annex C.2 for E-UTRA CG and NR CG respectively.

Table 6.4B.2.1.3.4.1-1: Test configuration table

Initial Conditions
Test Environment as specified in TS 38.508-1 [6] clause 4.1			Normal
Test Frequencies as specified in TS 38.508-1 [6] clause 4.3.1			Low range, Mid range, High range
Test EN-DC bandwidth combination as specified in Table 5.3B.1.2-1			Lowest N_{RB_agg}, Highest N_{RB_agg} (NOTE 2)
Test SCS for the NR cell as specified in TS 38.521-1 [8] Table 5.3.5-1			Lowest
Test Parameters
Test ID	Downlink Configuration	EN-DC Uplink Configuration
		E-UTRA Cell			NR Cell
		Modulation		RB allocation (NOTE 5)	Modulation	RB allocation (NOTE 1)
1 (NOTE3)	N/A for In-band emission test	QPSK		0	DFT-s-OFDM QPSK	Inner_1RB_Right
2 (NOTE 4)		QPSK		0	DFT-s-OFDM QPSK	Inner_1RB_Left
3 (NOTE3)		QPSK		0	CP-OFDM QPSK	Inner_1RB_Right
4 (NOTE 4)		QPSK		0	CP-OFDM QPSK	Inner_1RB_Left
5 (NOTE3)		QPSK		Outer_1RB_Left	DFT-s-OFDM QPSK	0
6 (NOTE 4)		QPSK		Outer_1RB_Right	DFT-s-OFDM QPSK	0
NOTE 1: The specific configuration of each RB allocation is defined in Table 6.1-1 in TS 38.521-1 [8]. NOTE 2: If the UE supports multiple CC combinations in the EN-DC configuration with the same N_{RB_agg}, select the combination to test as follows: – Lowest ENBW: NR component with lowest N_RB is tested. – Highest ENBW: NR component with highest N_RB is tested. NOTE 3: Applicable when E-UTRA cell carrier frequency is lower than NR cell carrier. NOTE 4: Applicable when NR cell carrier frequency is lower than E-UTRA cell carrier. NOTE 5: Outer_1RB_Left defined as 1 RB allocated at the left edge of the E-UTRA component. Outer_1RB_Right defined as 1 RB allocated at the right edge of the E-UTRA component.

1. Connect the SS to the UE antenna connectors as shown in TS 38.508-1 [6] Annex A, Figure A.3.1.1 for TE diagram and clause A.3.2.1 for UE diagram.

2. The parameter settings for the E-UTRA cell are set up according to TS 36.508 [11] clause 4.4.3, and the parameter settings for the NR cell are set up according to TS 38.508-1 [6] clause 4.4.3.

3. Downlink signals are initially set up according to TS 36.521-1 [10] Annex C.0 and TS 38.521-1 [8] Annex C.0 for E-UTRA CG and NR CG respectively, and uplink signals according to TS 36.521-1 [10] Annex H and TS 38.521-1 [8] Annex G for E-UTRA CG and NR CG respectively.

4. NR downlink signals are initially set up according to Annex C.0, C.1, and C.2 and uplink signals according to Annex G.0, G.1, G.2, and G.3.0 of TS 38.521-1 [8].

5. The UL Reference Measurement channels are TS 36.521-1 [10] Annex A.2 and TS 38.521-1 [8] Annex A.2 for E-UTRA CG and NR CG respectively.

6. Propagation conditions are set according to TS 36.521-1 [10] Annex B.0 and TS 38.521-1 [8] Annex B.0 for E-UTRA CG and NR CG respectively.

7. Ensure the UE is in state RRC_CONNECTED with generic procedure parameters Connectivity EN-DC, DC bearer MCG and SCG, Connected without release On according to TS 38.508-1 [6] clause 4.5. Message contents are defined in clause 6.4B.2.1.3.4.3.

6.4B.2.1.3.4.2 Test procedure

1. SS sends uplink scheduling information for each UL HARQ process via PDCCH DCI format 0 and DCI format 0_1 for C_RNTI to schedule the UL RMC according to Table 6.4B.2.1.3.4.1-1 on E-UTRA CC and NR CC respectively. Since the UL has no payload and no loopback data to send, the UE transmits uplink MAC padding bits on the UL RMC.

2. For NR CC, send uplink power control commands to the UE using 1dB power step size to ensure that the UE output power measured by the test system is within the Uplink power control window, defined as +MU to +(MU + Uplink power control window size) dB of the target power level 0dBm, where:

– MU is the test system uplink power measurement uncertainty and is specified in Table F.1.2-1 for the carrier frequency f and the channel bandwidth BW.

– Uplink power control window size = 1dB (UE power step size) + 0.7dB (UE power step tolerance) + (Test system relative power measurement uncertainty), where, the UE power step tolerance is specified in TS 38.101-1 [2], Table 6.3.4.3-1 and is 0.7dB for 1dB power step size, and the Test system relative power measurement uncertainty is specified in Table F.1.2-1.

3. Measure In-band emission on NR CC using Global In-Channel Tx-Test (Annex E). Measure power spectral density on E-UTRA CC. For TDD slots with transient periods are not under test.

4. For NR CC, send uplink power control commands to the UE using 1dB power step size to ensure that the UE output power measured by the test system is within the Uplink power control window, defined as +MU to +(MU + Uplink power control window size) dB of the target power level -30dBm, where MU and Uplink power control window size are defined above.

5. Measure In-band emission on NR CC using Global In-Channel Tx-Test (Annex E). Measure power spectral density on E-UTRA CC. For TDD slots with transient periods are not under test

6. For NR CC, send uplink power control commands to the UE using 1dB power step size to ensure that the UE output power measured by the test system is within the Uplink power control window, defined as +MU to +(MU + Uplink power control window size) dB of the target power level -40dBm, where MU and Uplink power control window size are defined above.

7. Measure In-band emission on NR CC using Global In-Channel Tx-Test (Annex E). Measure power spectral density on E-UTRA CC. For TDD slots with transient periods are not under test.

8. For E-UTRA CC, send uplink power control commands to the UE using 1dB power step size to ensure that the UE output power measured by the test system is within the Uplink power control window, defined as +MU to +(MU + Uplink power control window size) dB of the target power level 0dBm, where:

– MU is the test system uplink power measurement uncertainty and is specified in Table F.1.2-1 for the carrier frequency f and the channel bandwidth BW.

– Uplink power control window size = 1dB (UE power step size) + 1.0dB (UE power step tolerance) + (Test system relative power measurement uncertainty), where, the UE power step tolerance is specified in TS 36.101 [5], Table 6.3.5.2.1-1 and is 1.0dB for 1dB power step size, and the Test system relative power measurement uncertainty is specified in Table F.1.2-1.

9. Measure In-band emission on E-UTRA CC using Global In-Channel Tx-Test (Annex E). Measure power spectral density on NR CC. For TDD slots with transient periods are not under test.

10. For E-UTRA CC, send uplink power control commands to the UE using 1dB power step size to ensure that the UE output power measured by the test system is within the Uplink power control window, defined as +MU to +(MU + Uplink power control window size) dB of the target power level -30dBm, where MU and Uplink power control window size are defined above.

11. Measure In-band emission on E-UTRA CC using Global In-Channel Tx-Test (Annex E). Measure power spectral density on NR CC. For TDD slots with transient periods are not under test

12. For E-UTRA CC, send uplink power control commands to the UE using 1dB power step size to ensure that the UE output power measured by the test system is within the Uplink power control window, defined as +MU to +(MU + Uplink power control window size) dB of the target power level -40dBm, where MU and Uplink power control window size are defined above.

13. Measure In-band emission on E-UTRA CC using Global In-Channel Tx-Test (Annex E). Measure power spectral density on NR CC. For TDD slots with transient periods are not under test.

NOTE 1: When switching to DFT-s-OFDM waveform, as specified in the test configuration table 6.4B.2.1.3.4.1-1, send an NR RRCReconfiguration message according to TS 38.508-1 [6] clause 4.6.3 Table 4.6.3-118 PUSCH-Config with TRANSFORM_PRECODER_ENABLED condition.

NOTE 2: The purpose of the Uplink power control window is to ensure that the actual UE output power is no less than the target power level, and as close as possible to the target power level. The relationship between the Uplink power control window, the target power level and the corresponding possible actual UE Uplink power window is illustrated in Annex F, clause F.4.

Table 6.4B.2.1.3.4.2-1: Void

Table 6.4B.2.1.3.4.2-2: Void

6.4B.2.1.3.4.3 Message contents

Message contents are according to TS 36.508-1 [11] clause 4.6 and TS 38.508-1 [6] clause 4.6.1.

6.4B.2.1.3.5 Test requirements

Each of the [20] In-band emissions results, derived in Annex E.4.3 shall not exceed the corresponding values in Table 6.4B.2.1.3.5-1.

Table 6.4B.2.1.3.5-1: Test requirements for in-band emissions (allocated component carrier)

Parameter	Unit	Limit		Applicable Frequencies
General	dB	+ TT		Any non-allocated (NOTE 2)
IQ Image	dB	-25		Exception for IQ image (NOTE 3)
Carrier leakage	dBc	25 + TT	Output power > 0 dBm	Exception for Carrier frequency (NOTE 4)
		20 + TT	-30 dBm ≤ Output power ≤ 0 dBm
		10 + TT	-40 dBm ≤ Output power < -30 dBm
NOTE 1: An in-band emissions combined limit is evaluated in each non-allocated RB. For each such RB, the minimum requirement is calculated as the higher of P_RB – 30 dB and the power sum of all limit values (General, IQ Image or Carrier leakage) that apply. P_RB is defined in NOTE 9. The limit is evaluated in each non-allocated RB. NOTE 2: The measurement bandwidth is 1 RB and the limit is expressed as a ratio of measured power in one non-allocated RB to the measured average power per allocated RB, where the averaging is done across all allocated RBs NOTE 3: Exceptions to the general limit are allowed for up to +1 RBs within a contiguous width of +1 non-allocated RBs. The measurement bandwidth is 1 RB. NOTE 4: Exceptions to the general limit are allowed for up to two contiguous non-allocated RBs. The measurement bandwidth is 1 RB and the limit is expressed as a ratio of measured power in the non-allocated RB to the measured total power in all allocated RBs. NOTE 5: is the Transmission Bandwidth (see Figure 5.6-1) not exceeding NOTE 6: is the Transmission Bandwidth Configuration (see Figure 5.6-1) of the component carrier with RBs allocated. NOTE 7: is the limit specified in Table 6.5.2.1.1-1 for the modulation format used in the allocated RBs. NOTE 8: is the starting frequency offset between the allocated RB and the measured non-allocated RB (e.g. or for the first adjacent RB outside of the allocated bandwidth). NOTE 9: is the transmitted power per 180 kHz in allocated RBs, measured in dBm. NOTE 10: Test tolerance TT = 0.8 dB.

The in-band emissions results, measured with the spectral test shall not exceed the corresponding values in Table 6.4B.2.1.3.5-2.

Table 6.4B.2.1.3.5-2: Test requirements for in-band emissions (not allocated component carrier)

Para-meter	Unit	Meas BW NOTE 1	Limit		remark	Applicable Frequencies
General	dB	BW of 1 RB (180KHz rectangular)			The reference value is the average power per allocated RB in the allocated component carrier	Any RB in the non-allocated component carrier. The frequency raster of the RBs is derived when this component carrier is allocated with RBs
IQ Image	dB	BW of 1 RB (180KHz rectangular)	-25 + TT NOTE 2		The reference value is the average power per allocated RB in the allocated component carrier	The frequencies of the contiguous non-allocated RBs are unknown. The frequency raster of the RBs is derived when this component carrier is allocated with RBs
Carrier leakage	dBc	BW of 1 RB (180KHz rectangular)	NOTE 3		The reference value is the total power of the allocated RBs in the allocated component carrier	The frequencies of the up to 2 non-allocated RBs are unknown. The frequency raster of the RBs is derived when this component carrier is allocated with RBs
			-25 + TT	Output power > 0 dBm
			-20 + TT	-30 dBm ≤ Output power ≤ 0 dBm
			-10 + TT	-40 dBm ≤ Output power < -30 dBm
NOTE 1: Resolution BWs smaller than the measurement BW may be integrated to achieve the measurement bandwidth. NOTE 2: Exceptions to the general limit is are allowed for up to +1 RBs within a contiguous width of +1 non-allocated RBs. NOTE 3: Two Exceptions to the general limit are allowed for up to two contiguous non-allocated RBs NOTE 4: NOTES 1, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 from Table 6.5.2A.3.1-1 apply for Table 6.5.2A.3.1-2 as well. NOTE 5: for measured non-allocated RB in the non-allocated component carrier may take non-integer values when the carrier spacing between the CCs is not a multiple of RB. NOTE 6: Test tolerance TT = 0.8 dB.

6.4B.2.1.4 EVM Equalizer Flatness for intra-band contiguous EN-DC

6.4B.2.1.4.1 Test purpose

Same test purpose as in clause 6.4.2.4 in TS 38.521-1 [8] for the NR carrier.

6.4B.2.1.4.2 Test applicability

This test case applies to all types of E-UTRA UE release 15 and forward, supporting intra-band contiguous EN-DC.

6.4B.2.1.4.3 Minimum conformance requirements

Same minimum conformance requirements as in clause 6.4.2.4.3 in TS 38.521-1 [8] for the NR carrier.

No exception requirements applicable to NR or E-UTRA. LTE anchor agnostic approach is applied.

6.4B.2.1.4.4 Test description

Same test description as in clause 6.4.2.4.4 in TS 38.521-1 [8] for the NR carrier with the following exception:

Table 6.4B.2.1.4.4-1: Test Configuration Table

Initial Conditions
Test Frequencies as specified in TS 38.508-1 [6] clause 4.3.1	Mid range
Test EN-DC bandwidth combination as specified in Table 5.3B.1.2-1	Highest NRB_agg (NOTE 1)
NOTE 1: If the UE supports multiple CC Combinations in the EN-DC Configuration with the same NRB_agg, only the combination with the highest NRB_SCG is tested.

The initial test configurations for E-UTRA band consist of environmental conditions, test frequencies, and channel bandwidths based on E-UTRA bands specified in Table 4.6-1.

For Initial conditions as in clause 6.4.2.4.4.1 in TS 38.521-1 [8], the following steps will be added to configure E-UTRA component:

2.1. The parameter settings for E-UTRA cell are set up according to TS 36.508 [11] clause 4.4.3.

3.1. The E-UTRA downlink signal level, uplink signal level are set according to Table 4.6-1 and propagation conditions are set according to Annex B.0 of TS 36.521-1 [10].

Step 6 of Initial conditions as in clause 6.4.2.4.4.1 in TS 38.521-1 [8] is replaced by:

6. Ensure the UE is in state RRC_CONNECTED with generic procedure parameters Connectivity EN-DC, DC bearer MCG and SCG, Connected without release On according to TS 38.508-1 [6] clause 4.5.

Same test procedure as in clause 6.4.2.4.4.2 in TS 38.521-1 [8] with the following steps added for E-UTRA component:

1.1. On the E-UTRA carrier, disable periodic and aperiodic CQI reports, disable SRS, set TimeAlignmentTimerDedicated IE to infinity and disable downlink and uplink scheduling, all as per Table 4.6-1 under clause 4.6.

6.4B.2.1.4.5 Test requirement

Same test requirement as in clause 6.4.2.4.5 in TS 38.521-1 [8] for the NR carrier.

6.4B.2.2 Transmit Modulation Quality for intra-band non-contiguous EN-DC

6.4B.2.2.1 Error Vector Magnitude for intra-band non-contiguous EN-DC

6.4B.2.2.1.1 Test purpose

Same test purpose as in clause 6.4.2.1.1 in TS 38.521-1 [8] for the NR carrier.

6.4B.2.2.1.2 Test applicability

This test case applies to all types of E-UTRA UE release 15 and forward, supporting intra-band non-contiguous EN-DC.

6.4B.2.2.1.3 Minimum conformance requirements

For the intra-band non-contiguous EN-DC with one component carrier per CG the EVM requirement applies with PRB allocation in one of the CG and the other CG unallocated.

The EVM requirements for each CG are according to clause 6.5.2.1 of TS 36.101 [5] for the MCG and clause 6.4.2.1.3 of TS 38.521-1 [8] for the SCG with EN-DC configured.

The normative reference for this requirement is TS 38.101-3 [4] clause 6.4B.2.2.1.

No exception requirements applicable to NR or E-UTRA. LTE anchor agnostic approach is applied.

6.4B.2.2.1.4 Test description

Same test description as in clause 6.4.2.1.4 in TS 38.521-1 [8] for the NR carrier with the following exception:

The initial test configurations for E-UTRA band consist of environmental conditions, test frequencies, and channel bandwidths based on E-UTRA bands specified in Table 4.6-1.For Initial conditions as in clause 6.4.2.1.4.1 in TS 38.521-1 [8], the following steps will be added to configure E-UTRA component:

2.1. The parameter settings for E-UTRA cell are set up according to TS 36.508 [11] clause 4.4.3.

3.1. The E-UTRA downlink signal level, uplink signal level are set according to Table 4.6-1 and propagation conditions are set according to Annex B.0 of TS 36.521-1 [10].

Step 6 of Initial conditions as in clause 6.4.2.1.4.1 in TS 38.521-1 [8] is replaced by the following two steps:

6. Ensure the UE is in state RRC_CONNECTED with generic procedure parameters Connectivity EN-DC, DC bearer MCG and SCG, Connected without release On according to TS 38.508-1 [6] clause 4.5.

Same test procedure as in clause 6.4.2.1.4.2 in TS 38.521-1 [8].

For Message contents as in clause 6.4.2.1.4.3 in TS 38.521-1 [8], the following exception:

Table 6.4B.2.2.1.4-1: RACH-ConfigGeneric: PRACH measurement

Derivation Path: TS 38.508-1[5], Table 4.6.3-130
Information Element	Value/remark	Comment	Condition
RACH-ConfigGeneric ::= SEQUENCE {
prach-ConfigurationIndex	14	Unpaired Spectrum	PRACH Format 0

6.4B.2.2.1.5 Test requirement

Same test requirement as in clause 6.4.2.1.5 in TS 38.521-1 [8] for the NR carrier.

6.4B.2.2.2 Carrier Leakage for intra-band non-contiguous EN-DC

6.4B.2.2.2.1 Test purpose

Same test purpose as in clause 6.4.2.2.1 in TS 38.521-1 [8] for the NR carrier.

6.4B.2.2.2.2 Test applicability

This test case applies to all types of E-UTRA UE release 15 and forward, supporting intra-band non-contiguous EN-DC.

6.4B.2.2.2.3 Minimum conformance requirements

The carrier leakage requirements for each CG are according to clause 6.5.2.2 of TS 36.101 [5] for the MCG and clause 6.4.2.2.3 of TS 38.521-1 [8] for the SCG with EN-DC configured and PRB allocation only in the CG being measured.

The normative reference for this requirement is TS 38.101-3 [4] clause 6.4B.2.2.2.

No exception requirements applicable to NR or E-UTRA. LTE anchor agnostic approach is applied.

6.4B.2.2.2.4 Test description

Same test description as in clause 6.4.2.2.4 in TS 38.521-1 [8] for the NR carrier with the following exception:

The initial test configurations for E-UTRA band consist of environmental conditions, test frequencies, and channel bandwidths based on E-UTRA bands specified in Table 4.6-1.

For Initial conditions as in clause 6.4.2.2.4.1 in TS 38.521-1 [8], the following steps will be added to configure E-UTRA component:

2.1. The parameter settings for E-UTRA cell are set up according to TS 36.508 [11] clause 4.4.3.

3.1. The E-UTRA downlink signal level, uplink signal level are set according to Table 4.6-1 and propagation conditions are set according to Annex B.0 of TS 36.521-1 [10].

Step 6 of Initial conditions as in clause 6.4.2.2.4.1 in TS 38.521-1 [8] is replaced by the following two steps:

6. Ensure the UE is in state RRC_CONNECTED with generic procedure parameters Connectivity EN-DC, DC bearer MCG and SCG, Connected without release On according to TS 38.508 [6] clause 4.5.

7. On the E-UTRA carrier, disable periodic and aperiodic CQI reports, disable SRS, set TimeAlignmentTimerDedicated IE to infinity and disable downlink and uplink scheduling, all as per Table 4.6-1 under clause 4.6.

6.4B.2.2.2.5 Test requirement

Same test requirement as in clause 6.4.2.2.5 in TS 38.521-1 [8] for the NR carrier.

6.4B.2.2.3 In-band Emissions for intra-band non-contiguous EN-DC

6.4B.2.2.3.1 Test purpose

Same test purpose as in clause 6.4.2.3.1 in TS 38.521-1 [8] for the NR carrier.

6.4B.2.2.3.2 Test applicability

This test case applies to all types of E-UTRA UE release 15 and forward, supporting intra-band non-contiguous EN-DC.

6.4B.2.2.3.3 Minimum conformance requirements

For the MCG the in-band emission requirements in Table 6.5.2A.3.1-1 and Table 6.5.2A.3.1-2 in TS 36.101 [5] apply within the transmission bandwidth configuration of the MCG with the carriers of both CGs active and one single contiguous PRB allocation of bandwidth within the MCG at the edge of the transmission bandwidth configuration.

For the SCG the in-band emission requirements in Table 6.4.2.3-1 TS 38.101-1 [2]] apply within the transmission bandwidth configuration of the SCG with the carriers of both CGs active and one single contiguous PRB allocation of bandwidth within the SCG at the edge of the transmission bandwidth configuration.

The normative reference for this requirement is TS 38.101-3 [4] clause 6.4B.2.2.3.

No exception requirements applicable to NR or E-UTRA. LTE anchor agnostic approach is applied.

6.4B.2.2.3.4 Test description

Same test description as in clause 6.4.2.3.4 in TS 38.521-1 [8] for the NR carrier with the following exception:

Table 6.4B.2.2.3.4-1: Test Configuration Table

Initial Conditions
Test Frequencies as specified in TS 38.508-1 [6] clause 4.3.1	Low range, Mid range, High range
Test EN-DC bandwidth combination as specified in Table 5.3B.1.2-1	Lowest N_{RB_agg}, Highest N_{RB_agg} (NOTE 1)
NOTE 1: If the UE supports multiple CC Combinations in the EN-DC Configuration with the same N_{RB_agg}, only the combination with the highest N_{RB_SCG} is tested for Lowest N_{RB_agg} and Highest N_{RB_agg}.

The initial test configurations for E-UTRA as specified in Table 4.6-1 except for the parameters specified in Table 6.4B.2.2.3.4-1.

For Initial conditions as in clause 6.4.2.3.4.1 in TS 38.521-1 [8], the following steps are added to configure E-UTRA component:

2.1. The parameter settings for E-UTRA cell are set up according to TS 36.508 [11] clause 4.4.3.

3.1. The E-UTRA downlink signal level, uplink signal level are set according to Table 4.6-1 and propagation conditions are set according to Annex B.0 of TS 36.521-1 [10].

Step 6 of Initial conditions as in clause 6.4.2.3.4.1 in TS 38.521-1 [8] is replaced by the following two steps:

6. Ensure the UE is in state RRC_CONNECTED with generic procedure parameters Connectivity EN-DC, DC bearer MCG and SCG, Connected without release On according to TS 38.508-1 [6] clause 4.5.

6.4B.2.2.3.5 Test requirements

Same test requirement as in clause 6.4.2.3.5 in TS 38.521-1 [8] for the NR carrier.

6.4B.2.2.4 EVM Equalizer Flatness for intra-band non-contiguous EN-DC

6.4B.2.2.4.1 Test purpose

Same test purpose as in clause 6.4.2.4 in TS 38.521-1 [8] for the NR carrier.

6.4B.2.2.4.2 Test applicability

This test case applies to all types of E-UTRA UE release 15 and forward, supporting intra-band non-contiguous EN-DC.

6.4B.2.2.4.3 Minimum conformance requirements

Same minimum conformance requirements as in clause 6.4.2.4.3 in TS 38.521-1 [8] for the NR carrier.

No exception requirements applicable to NR or E-UTRA. LTE anchor agnostic approach is applied.

6.4B.2.2.4.4 Test description

Same test description as in clause 6.4.2.4.4 in TS 38.521-1 [8] for the NR carrier with the following exception:

Table 6.4B.2.2.4.4-1: Test Configuration Table

Initial Conditions
Test Environment as specified in TS 38.508-1 [6] clause 4.1		Normal, TL/VL, TL/VH, TH/VL, TH/VH
Test Frequencies as specified in TS 38.508-1 [6] clause 4.3.1		MaxWGap
Test Channel Bandwidths as specified in TS 38.508-1 [6] clause 4.3.1		Highest N_{RB_agg} (NOTE 1, 2)
Test SCS as specified in Table 5.3.5-1		Lowest
Test parameters
	Downlink Configuration	Uplink Configuration
Test ID	N/A for EVM equalizer flatness testing	Modulation	NR RB allocation (NOTE 3)
1		DFT-s-OFDM QPSK	Outer Full
2		CP-OFDM QPSK	Outer Full
NOTE 1: Test Channel Bandwidths are checked separately for each NR band, which applicable channel bandwidths are specified in Table 5.3.5-1 of 38.521-1 [8]. NOTE 2: Lowest and highest allowed NR channel BW as specified in Table 5.3B.1.3-1. If the UE supports multiple CC Combinations in the EN-DC Configuration with the same NRB_agg, only the combination with the highest NRB_SCG is tested. NOTE 3: The specific configuration of each RB allocation is defined in Table 6.1-1 of 38.521-1 [8].

The initial test configurations for E-UTRA band consist of environmental conditions, test frequencies, and channel bandwidths based on E-UTRA bands specified in Table 4.6-1.

For Initial conditions as in clause 6.4.2.4.4.1 in TS 38.521-1 [8], the following steps will be added to configure E-UTRA component:

2.1. The parameter settings for E-UTRA cell are set up according to TS 36.508 [11] clause 4.4.3.

3.1. The E-UTRA downlink signal level, uplink signal level are set according to Table 4.6-1 and propagation conditions are set according to Annex B.0 of TS 36.521-1 [10].

Step 6 of Initial conditions as in clause 6.4.2.4.4.1 in TS 38.521-1 [8] is replaced by:

6. Ensure the UE is in state RRC_CONNECTED with generic procedure parameters Connectivity EN-DC, DC bearer MCG and SCG, Connected without release On according to TS 38.508-1 [6] clause 4.5.

Same test procedure as in clause 6.4.2.4.4.2 in TS 38.521-1 [8] with the following steps added for E-UTRA component:

6.4B.2.2.4.5 Test requirement

Same test requirement as in clause 6.4.2.4.5 in TS 38.521-1 [8] for the NR carrier.

6.4B.2.3 Transmit Modulation Quality for inter-band EN-DC within FR1

6.4B.2.3.1 Error Vector Magnitude for inter-band EN-DC within FR1 (1 NR CC)

6.4B.2.3.1.1 Test purpose

Same test purpose as in clause 6.4.2.1.1 in TS 38.521-1 [8] for the NR carrier.

6.4B.2.3.1.2 Test applicability

This test case applies to all types of E-UTRA UE release 15 and forward, supporting inter-band EN-DC within FR1 with 1 NR UL.

6.4B.2.3.1.3 Minimum conformance requirements

Same minimum conformance requirements as in clause 6.4.2.1.3 in TS 38.521-1 [8] for the NR carrier.

The normative reference for this requirement is TS 38.101-3 [4] clause 6.4B.2.

No exception requirements applicable to NR or E-UTRA. LTE anchor agnostic approach is applied.

6.4B.2.3.1.4 Test description

Same test description as in clause 6.4.2.1.4 in TS 38.521-1 [8] for the NR carrier with the following exception:

The initial test configurations for E-UTRA band consist of environmental conditions, test frequencies, and channel bandwidths based on E-UTRA bands specified in Table 4.6-1.For Initial conditions as in clause 6.4.2.1.4.1 in TS 38.521-1 [8], the following steps will be added to configure E-UTRA component:

2.1. The parameter settings for E-UTRA cell are set up according to TS 36.508 [11] clause 4.4.3.

3.1. The E-UTRA downlink signal level, uplink signal level are set according to Table 4.6-1 and propagation conditions are set according to Annex B.0 of TS 36.521-1 [10].

Step 6 of Initial conditions as in clause 6.4.2.1.4.1 in TS 38.521-1 [8] is replaced by the following two steps:

6. Ensure the UE is in state RRC_CONNECTED with generic procedure parameters Connectivity EN-DC, DC bearer MCG and SCG, Connected without release On according to TS 38.508 [6] clause 4.5.

Same test procedure as in clause 6.4.2.1.4.2 in TS 38.521-1 [8].

6.4B.2.3.1.5 Test requirement

Same test requirement as in clause 6.4.2.1.5 in TS 38.521-1 [8] for the NR carrier.

6.4B.2.3.2 Carrier Leakage for inter-band EN-DC within FR1 (1 NR CC)

6.4B.2.3.2.1 Test purpose

Same test purpose as in clause 6.4.2.2.1 in TS 38.521-1 [8] for the NR carrier.

6.4B.2.3.2.2 Test applicability

This test case applies to all types of E-UTRA UE release 15 and forward, supporting inter-band EN-DC within FR1 with 1 NR UL.

6.4B.2.3.2.3 Minimum conformance requirements

Same minimum conformance requirements as in clause 6.4.2.2.3 in TS 38.521-1 [8] for the NR carrier.

The normative reference for this requirement is TS 38.101-3 [4] clause 6.4B.2.

No exception requirements applicable to NR or E-UTRA. LTE anchor agnostic approach is applied.

6.4B.2.3.2.4 Test description

Same test description as in clause 6.4.2.2.4 in TS 38.521-1 [8] for the NR carrier with the following exception:

The initial test configurations for E-UTRA band consist of environmental conditions, test frequencies, and channel bandwidths based on E-UTRA bands specified in Table 4.6-1.

For Initial conditions as in clause 6.4.2.2.4.1 in TS 38.521-1 [8], the following steps will be added to configure E-UTRA component:

2.1. The parameter settings for E-UTRA cell are set up according to TS 36.508 [11] clause 4.4.3.

3.1. The E-UTRA downlink signal level, uplink signal level are set according to Table 4.6-1 and propagation conditions are set according to Annex B.0 of TS 36.521-1 [10].

Step 6 of Initial conditions as in clause 6.5.2.2.4.1 in TS 38.521-1 [8] is replaced by the following two steps:

6. Ensure the UE is in state RRC_CONNECTED with generic procedure parameters Connectivity EN-DC, DC bearer MCG and SCG, Connected without release On according to TS 38.508 [6] clause 4.5.

6.4B.2.3.2.5 Test requirement

Same test requirement as in clause 6.4.2.2.5 in TS 38.521-1 [8] for the NR carrier.

6.4B.2.3.3 In-band Emissions for inter-band EN-DC within FR1 (1 NR CC)

6.4B.2.3.3.1 Test purpose

Same test purpose as in clause 6.4.2.3.1 in TS 38.521-1 [8] for the NR carrier.

6.4B.2.3.3.2 Test applicability

This test case applies to all types of E-UTRA UE release 15 and forward, supporting inter-band EN-DC within FR1 with 1 NR UL.

6.4B.2.3.3.3 Minimum conformance requirements

Same minimum conformance requirements as in clause 6.4.2.3.3 in TS 38.521-1 [8] for the NR carrier.

The normative reference for this requirement is TS 38.101-3 [4] clause 6.4B.2.

No exception requirements applicable to NR or E-UTRA. LTE anchor agnostic approach is applied.

6.4B.2.3.3.4 Test description

Same test description as in clause 6.4.2.3.4 in TS 38.521-1 [8] for the NR carrier with the following exception:

The initial test configurations for E-UTRA band consist of environmental conditions, test frequencies, and channel bandwidths based on E-UTRA bands specified in Table 4.6-1.For Initial conditions as in clause 6.4.2.3.4.1 in TS 38.521-1 [8], the following steps will be added to configure E-UTRA component:

2.1. The parameter settings for E-UTRA cell are set up according to TS 36.508 [11] clause 4.4.3.

3.1. The E-UTRA downlink signal level, uplink signal level are set according to Table 4.6-1 and propagation conditions are set according to Annex B.0 of TS 36.521-1 [10].

Step 6 of Initial conditions as in clause 6.4.2.3.4.1 in TS 38.521-1 [8] is replaced by:

6. Ensure the UE is in state RRC_CONNECTED with generic procedure parameters Connectivity EN-DC, DC bearer MCG and SCG, Connected without release On according to TS 38.508 [6] clause 4.5.

Same test procedure as in clause 6.4.2.3.4.2 in TS 38.521-1 [8].

6.4B.2.3.3.5 Test requirement

Same test requirement as in clause 6.4.2.3.5 in TS 38.521-1 [8] for the NR carrier.

6.4B.2.3.4 EVM Equalizer Flatness for inter-band EN-DC within FR1 (1 NR CC)

6.4B.2.3.4.1 Test purpose

Same test purpose as in clause 6.4.2.4 in TS 38.521-1 [8] for the NR carrier.

6.4B.2.3.4.2 Test applicability

This test case applies to all types of E-UTRA UE release 15 and forward, supporting inter-band EN-DC within FR1 with 1 NR UL.

6.4B.2.3.4.3 Minimum conformance requirements

Same minimum conformance requirements as in clause 6.4.2.4.3 in TS 38.521-1 [8] for the NR carrier.

No exception requirements applicable to NR or E-UTRA. LTE anchor agnostic approach is applied.

6.4B.2.3.4.4 Test description

6.4B.2.3.4.4.1 Initial conditions