7 Demodulation performance requirements (Radiated requirements)

38.521-43GPPNRPart 4: PerformanceRadio transmission and receptionRelease 17TSUser Equipment (UE) conformance specification

7.1 General

For conformance testing involving FR2 test cases in this specification, the UE under test shall be pre-configured with UL Tx diversity schemes disabled to account for single polarization System Simulator (SS) in the test environment. The UE under test may transmit with dual polarization.

7.1.1 Applicability of requirements

7.1.1.1 General

The minimum performance requirements are applicable to the FR2 operating bands defined in TS 38.101-2 [3] with FDL_high not exceeding 40000 MHz.

The minimum performance requirements in Clause 7 are mandatary for UE supporting NR operation, except test cases listed in Clause 7.1.1.3, 7.1.1.4.

7.1.1.2 Applicability of requirements for different number of RX antenna ports

UE shall support 2 RX ports for different RF operating bands. The UE requirements applicability is defined in Table 7.1.1.2-1.

Table 7.1.1.2-1: Requirements applicability

Supported RX antenna ports

Test type

Test list

UE supports 2RX antenna ports

PDSCH

All tests in Clause 7.2.2

PDCCH

All tests in Clause 7.3.2

PBCH

All tests in Clause 7.4.2

7.1.1.3 Applicability of requirements for optional UE features

The performance requirements in Table 7.1.1.3-1 shall apply for UEs which support optional UE features only.

Table 7.1.1.3-1: Requirements applicability for optional UE features

UE feature/capability [14]

Test type

Test list

Applicability notes

SU-MIMO Interference Mitigation advanced receiver

FR2 TDD

PDSCH

Clause 7.2.2.2.1 (Test 3-1)

Basic DL NR-NR CA operation (supportedBandCombinationList)

NR CA

SDR

Clause 7.5A.1

1)Up to 16 DL carriers

2)Same numerology across carrier for data/control channel at a given time

PDSCH repetitions over multiple slots (pdsch-RepetitionMultiSlots)

FR2 TDD

PDSCH

Clause 7.2.2.2.2

256QAM for PDSCH

(pdsch-256QAM-FR2)

FR2 TDD

PDSCH

Clause 7.2.2.2.1 (Test 1-4)

256QAM for PDSCH (pdsch-256QAM-FR2)

FR2 TDD

SDR

Clause 7.5A.1

For UE capable of pdsch-256QAM-FR2 for certain band(s), mcs-Table is configured to ‘64QAM’ for SDR test.

7.1.1.4 Applicability of requirements for mandatory UE features with capability signaling

The performance requirements in Table 7.1.1.4-1 shall apply for UEs which support mandatory UE features with capability signalling only.

Table 7.1.1.4-1: Requirements applicability for mandatory features with UE capability signalling

UE feature/capability [14]

Test type

Test list

Applicability notes

Supported maximum number of PDSCH MIMO layers (maxNumberMIMO-LayersPDSCH)

FR2 TDD

PDSCH

Clause 7.2.2.2.1 (Tests from 2-1 to 2-6)

The requirements apply only in case the PDSCH MIMO rank in the test case does not exceed UE PDSCH MIMO layers capability

Support of PT-RS with one antenna port for DL reception (onePortsPTRS)

FR2 TDD

PDSCH

Clause 7.2

SDR

Clause 7.5.1

Clause 7.5A.1

PCell operation on FR2 (pCell-FR2)

FR2 TDD

SDR

Clause 7.5A.1

PDSCH mapping type B (pdsch-MappingTypeB)

FR2 TDD

PDSCH

Clause 7.2.2.2.3

7.1.1.5 Applicability of CA requirements

7.1.1.5.1 Definition of CA capability

The definition with respect to CA capabilities is given as in Table 7.1.1.5.1-1.

Table 7.1.1.5.1-1: Definition of CA capability

CA Capability

CA Capability Description

CA_C

Intra-band contiguous CA

CA_N

Intra-band non-contiguous CA

CA_AX

Inter-band CA (X bands)

NOTE 1: CA_C corresponds to NR CA configurations and bandwidth combination sets defined in Section 5.5A.1 of TS 38.101-2 [3].
CA_N corresponds to NR CA configurations and bandwidth combination sets defined in Section 5.5A.2 of TS 38.101-2 [3].
CA_AX corresponds to NR CA configurations and bandwidth combination sets defined in Clause 5.5A.3 of TS 38.101-2 [3].

7.1.1.5.2 Applicability and test rules for different CA configurations and bandwidth combination sets

The performance requirement for CA UE demodulation tests in Clause 7.2A are defined independent of CA configurations and bandwidth combination sets specified in Section 5.5A of TS 38.101-2 [3]. For UEs supporting different CA configurations and bandwidth combination sets, the applicability and test rules are defined in Table 7.1.1.5.2-1 and Table 7.1.1.5.2-2. For simplicity, CA configuration below refers to combination of CA configuration and bandwidth combination set.

Table 7.1.1.5.2-1: Applicability and test rules for CA UE demodulation tests

Tests

CA capability where the tests apply

CA configuration from the selected CA capability where the tests apply

CA Bandwidth combination to be tested in priority order

PCell CC configuration

Test 1 in Section 7.2A.2.1

CA_C, CA_N, CA_AX

Table 7.1.1.5.2-2

Largest aggregated CA bandwidth combination

Any of CCs

Table 7.1.1.5.2-2: Selection of CA configurations

CA capability

Step 1

Step 2

Step 3

CA_C or CA_N or CA_AX

Select CA configuration(s), which contain all CA bandwidth combinations requiring SNR below test equipment maximum achievable SNR

Select the CA configurations with the maximum number of CCs, for which the supported maximum number of MIMO layers is not lower than 2, among all the selected CA configurations from Step 1.

Select any one of CA configurations, which contain CA bandwidth combination with the largest aggregated channel bandwidth and supported maximum data rate is not lower than the tested date rate, among all the selected CA configurations from Step 2.

NOTE 1: Maximum supported data rate for Step 3 is calculated based clause 4.1.2 of TS 38.306 [14]

NOTE 2: Tested data rate for Step 3 is calculated based on the equation and FRCs used in the test.

7.1.1_1 Applicability of test requirements due to maximum achievable SNR

Table 7.1.1_1-1 and Table 7.1.1_1.1-1a specify the current assumption of maximum testable SNRBB for indirect farfield (IFF), PC3, Max device size ≤ 30 cm under fading conditions.

Table 7.1.1_1-1: maximum testable SNRBB under fading conditions for modulations up to 64 QAM

Operating Band / Frequency

Maximum testable SNRBB (dB)

CHBW 50 MHz

CHBW 100 MHz

CHBW 200 MHz

n257 mid

30.6

27.5

24.4

n258 mid

30.6

27.5

24.4

n259 mid

20.4

17.2

14.1

n260 mid

24.4

21.2

18.2

n261 mid

30.6

27.5

24.4

Table 7.1.1_1-1a: maximum testable SNRBB under fading conditions for 256QAM modulation for DEMOD scenarios

Operating Band / Frequency

Maximum testable SNRBB (dB)

CHBW 50 MHz

CHBW 100 MHz

CHBW 200 MHz

n257 mid

29.1

25.9

22.9

n258 mid

29.1

25.9

22.9

n259 mid

18.8

15.6

12.5

n260 mid

22.9

19.7

16.6

n261 mid

29.1

25.9

22.9

Based on the current assumption of maximum testable SNRBB, the applicability of test points is defined in Table 7.1.1_1-2 for indirect farfield (IFF), PC3, Max device size size ≤ 30 cm under fading conditions.

Table 7.1.1_1-2: Testability of test requirements due to maximum achievable SNR per band

Test Case

Test point

CHBW / MHz

Fading

SNR test requirement

Test Point Applicability

n257

n258

n259

n260

n261

7.2.2.2.1_1

1-1

100

Yes

1.4

x

x

x

x

x

1-2

100

Yes

3.6

x

x

x

x

x

1-3

100

Yes

14.2

x

x

x

x

x

2-1

100

Yes

5.8

x

x

x

x

x

2-2

100

Yes

16.0

x

x

x

x

x

2-3

50

Yes

15.7

x

x

x

x

x

2-4

200

Yes

15.8

x

x

x

x

2-5

50

Yes

16

x

x

x

x

x

2-6

100

Yes

20.3

x

x

x

x

7.2.2.2.1_2

3-1

100

Yes

20.7

x

x

x

x

7.2.2.2.1_3

1-4

50

Yes

22.0

x

x

x

x

7.2.2.2.2_1

1-1

100

Yes

TBD

TBD

TBD

TBD

TBD

TBD

7.2.2.2.3_1

1-1

100

Yes

3.1

x

x

x

x

X

7.2A.2.1

1,2

BWagg 200

Yes

12.0

x

x

x

x

x

3,4

BWagg 200

Yes

12.0

TBD

TBD

TBD

TBD

TBD

7.2A.2.2

1,2

BWagg 200

Yes

12.0

x

x

x

x

x

3,4

BWagg 200

Yes

12.0

TBD

TBD

TBD

TBD

TBD

7.3.2.2.1

1-1

100

Yes

7.7

x

x

x

x

x

1-2

100

Yes

4.3

x

x

x

x

x

7.3.2.2.2

2-1

100

Yes

3.2

x

x

x

x

x

2-2

100

Yes

0.2

x

x

x

x

x

7.3.2.2.3

1-1

100

Yes

4.7

x

x

x

x

x

7.5.1

100

No

NA

x

x

x

x

x

200

No

NA

x

x

x

x

x

400

No

NA

TBD

TBD

TBD

TBD

TBD

7.5A.1

BWagg ≤ 200

No

NA

x

x

x

x

x

BWagg ≤ 200

No

NA

TBD

TBD

TBD

TBD

TBD

7.2 PDSCH demodulation requirements

The parameters specified in Table 7.2-1 are valid for all PDSCH demodulation tests unless otherwise stated.

Table 7.2-1: Common Test Parameters

Parameter

Unit

Value

PDSCH transmission scheme

Transmission scheme 1

PTRS epre-Ratio

0

Actual carrier configuration

Offset between Point A and the lowest usable subcarrier on this carrier (Note 2)

RBs

0

Subcarrier spacing

kHz

60 or 120

DL BWP configuration #1

Cyclic prefix

Normal

RB offset

RBs

0

Number of contiguous PRB

PRBs

Maximum transmission bandwidth configuration as specified in clause 5.3.2 of TS 38.101-2 [3] for tested channel bandwidth and subcarrier spacing

Common serving cell parameters

Physical Cell ID

0

SSB position in burst

1

SSB periodicity

ms

20

PDCCH configuration

Slots for PDCCH monitoring

Each slot

Symbols with PDCCH

0

Number of PRBs in CORESET

Table 7.2-2 for tested channel bandwidth and subcarrier spacing

Number of PDCCH candidates and aggregation levels

1/AL8

CCE-to-REG mapping type

Non-interleaved

DCI format

1_1

TCI state

TCI state #1

PDCCH & PDCCH DMRS Precoding configuration

Single Panel Type I, Random per slot with equal probability of each applicable i1, i2 combination, and with REG bundling granularity for number of Tx larger than 1

Cross carrier scheduling

Not configured

CSI-RS for tracking

First subcarrier index in the PRB used for CSI-RS (k0)

0 for CSI-RS resource 1,2,3,4

First OFDM symbol in the PRB used for CSI-RS (l0)

6 for CSI-RS resource 1 and 3
10 for CSI-RS resource 2 and 4

Number of CSI-RS ports (X)

1 for CSI-RS resource 1,2,3,4

CDM Type

‘No CDM’ for CSI-RS resource 1,2,3,4

Density (ρ)

3 for CSI-RS resource 1,2,3,4

CSI-RS periodicity

Slots

60 kHz SCS: 80 for CSI-RS resource 1,2,3,4

120 kHz SCS: 160 for CSI-RS resource 1,2,3,4

CSI-RS offset

Slots

60 kHz SCS:

40 for CSI-RS resource 1 and 2

41 for CSI-RS resource 3 and 4

120 kHz SCS:

80 for CSI-RS resource 1 and 2

81 for CSI-RS resource 3 and 4

Frequency Occupation

Start PRB 0

Number of PRB = BWP size

QCL info

TCI state #0

NZP CSI-RS for CSI acquisition

First subcarrier index in the PRB used for CSI-RS (k0)

0

First OFDM symbol in the PRB used for CSI-RS (l0)

12

Number of CSI-RS ports (X)

2

CDM Type

FD-CDM2

Density (ρ)

1

CSI-RS periodicity

Slots

60 kHz SCS: 80

120 kHz SCS: 160

CSI-RS offset

0

Frequency Occupation

Start PRB 0

Number of PRB = BWP size

QCL info

TCI state #1

ZP CSI-RS for CSI acquisition

First subcarrier index in the PRB used for CSI-RS (k0)

4

First OFDM symbol in the PRB used for CSI-RS (l0)

12

Number of CSI-RS ports (X)

4

CDM Type

FD-CDM2

Density (ρ)

1

CSI-RS periodicity

Slots

60 kHz SCS: 80

120 kHz SCS: 160

CSI-RS offset

0

Frequency Occupation

Start PRB 0

Number of PRB = BWP size

CSI-RS for beam refinement

First subcarrier index in the PRB used for CSI-RS

k0=0 for CSI-RS resource 1,2

First OFDM symbol in the PRB used for CSI-RS

l0 = 8 for CSI-RS resource 1

l0 = 9 for CSI-RS resource 2

Number of CSI-RS ports (X)

1 for CSI-RS resource 1,2

CDM Type

‘No CDM’ for CSI-RS resource 1,2

Density (ρ)

3 for CSI-RS resource 1,2

CSI-RS periodicity

Slots

60 kHz SCS: 80 for CSI-RS resource 1,2

120 kHz SCS: 160 for CSI-RS resource 1,2

CSI-RS offset

Slots

0 for CSI-RS resource 1,2

Repetition

ON

QCL info

TCI state #1

PDSCH DMRS configuration

Antenna ports indexes

{1000} for Rank 1 tests
{1000, 1001} for Rank 2 tests

Position of the first DMRS for PDSCH mapping type A

2

Number of PDSCH DMRS CDM group(s) without data

1

TCI state #0

Type 1 QCL information

SSB index

SSB #0

QCL Type

Type C

Type 2 QCL information

SSB index

SSB #0

QCL Type

Type D

TCI state #1

Type 1 QCL information

CSI-RS resource

CSI-RS resource 1 from ‘CSI-RS for tracking’ configuration

QCL Type

Type A

Type 2 QCL information

CSI-RS resource

CSI-RS resource 1 from ‘CSI-RS for tracking’ configuration

QCL Type

Type D

PTRS configuration

Frequency density (KPT-RS)

2

Time density (LPT-RS)

1

Resource Element Offset

2

Maximum number of code block groups for ACK/NACK feedback

1

Maximum number of HARQ transmission

4

HARQ ACK/NACK bundling

Multiplexed

Redundancy version coding sequence

{0,2,3,1}

PDSCH & PDSCH DMRS Precoding configuration

Single Panel Type I, Random precoder selection updated per slot, with equal probability of each applicable i1, i2 combination, and with Wideband granularity

Symbols for all unused REs

OCNG in Annex A.5

Physical signals, channels mapping and precoding

As specified in Annex B.4.1

Note 1: UE assumes that the TCI state for the PDSCH is identical to the TCI state applied for the PDCCH transmission.

Note 2: Point A coincides with minimum guard band as specified in Table 5.3.3-1 from TS 38.101-2 [3] for tested channel bandwidth and subcarrier spacing.

Table 7.2-2: Number of PRBs in CORESET

SCS (kHz)

50 MHz

100 MHz

200 MHz

400 MHz

60

66

132

264

N.A

120

30

66

132

264

7.2.1 1RX requirements (Void)

7.2.2 2RX requirements

7.2.2.1 FDD (Void)

7.2.2.2 TDD

7.2.2.2.1 2Rx TDD FR2 PDSCH mapping Type A performance

7.2.2.2.1_0 Minimum conformance requirements

For PDSCH Type-A scheduling, the requirements are specified in Table 7.2.2.2.1_0-3, 7.2.2.2.1_0-4 and 7.2.2.2.1_0-5, with the addition of the parameters in Table 7.2.2.2.1_0-2 and the downlink physical channel setup according to Annex C.5.1. The purpose is to verify the performance of PDSCH Type-A scheduling.

The test purposes are specified in Table 7.2.2.2.1_0-1.

Table 7.2.2.2.1_0-1: Tests purpose

Purpose

Test index

Verify the PDSCH mapping Type A normal performance under 2 receive antenna conditions and with different channel models, MCSs and number of MIMO layers

1-1, 1-3, 1-4, 2-1, 2-2, 2-3, 2-4, 2-5, 2-6

Verify the PDSCH mapping Type A HARQ soft combining performance under 2 receive antenna conditions.

1-2

Verify the PDSCH mapping Type A enhanced performance requirement Type 1 under 2 receive antenna conditions and with 2 MIMO layers.

3-1

Table 7.2.2.2.1_0-2: Test Parameters

Parameter

Unit

Value

Duplex mode

TDD

Active DL BWP index

1

CSI-RS for tracking

First OFDM symbol in the PRB used for CSI-RS (l0)

For Test 1-1 and 1-2:

3 for CSI-RS resource 1 and 3
7 for CSI-RS resource 2 and 4

CSI-RS offset

Slots

For Test 1-2:

82 for CSI-RS resource 1 and 2

83 for CSI-RS resource 3 and 4

PDCCH configuration

Number of PDCCH candidates and aggregation levels

1/AL4 for Test 1-4 and 2-3

1/AL8 for other tests

PDSCH configuration

Mapping type

Type A

k0

0

Starting symbol (S)

1

Length (L)

Specific to each Reference channel as defined in A.3.2.2

PDSCH aggregation factor

1

PRB bundling type

Static

PRB bundling size

WB for 1-1,

2 for other tests

Resource allocation type

Test 2-1: Type 1 with start RB = 30, LRBs = 6

Other tests: Type 0

RBG size

Test 2-1: N/A

Other tests: Config2

VRB-to-PRB mapping type

Non-interleaved

VRB-to-PRB mapping interleaver bundle size

N/A

PDSCH DMRS configuration

DMRS Type

Type 1

Number of additional DMRS

1

Maximum number of OFDM symbols for DL front loaded DMRS

1

Number of HARQ Processes

8 for Test 1-1, 1-3, 1-4, 2-2, 2-4

10 for Test 2-1, 2-3, 2-5, 2-6, 3-1

16 for Test 1-2

K1 value
(PDSCH-to-HARQ-timing-indicator)

As defined in Annex A.1.3

Table 7.2.2.2.1_0-3: Minimum performance for Rank 1 (FRC)

Test num.

Reference channel

Bandwidth (MHz)/Subcarrier spacing (kHz)

Modulation and code rate

TDD UL-DL pattern

Propagation condition

Correlation matrix and antenna configuration

Reference value

Fraction of maximum throughput (%)

SNRBB (dB)

1-1

R.PDSCH.5-1.1TDD

100/120

QPSK, 0.30

FR2.120-1. A

TDLC60-300

2×2 ULA Low

70

-0.4

1-2

R.PDSCH.5-2.1 TDD

100/120

16QAM, 0.48

FR2.120-1

TDLA30-300

2×2 ULA Low

30

1.7

1-3

R.PDSCH.5-3.1TDD

100/120

64QAM, 0.46

FR2.120-1

TDLA30-300

2×2 XPL Med

70

12.4

1-4

R.PDSCH.5-10.1 TDD

50/120

256QAM

0.67

FR2.120-1

TDLD30-75

2×2 ULA Low

70

20.2

Table 7.2.2.2.1_0-4: Minimum performance for Rank 2 (FRC)

Test num.

Reference channel

Bandwidth (MHz)/Subcarrier spacing (kHz)

Modulation and code rate

TDD UL-DL pattern

Propagation condition

Correlation matrix and antenna configuration

Reference value

Fraction of maximum throughput (%)

SNRBB (dB)

2-1

R.PDSCH.5-4.1 TDD

100/120

QPSK, 0.30

FR2.120-2

TDLA30-75

2×2 ULA Low

70

4.1

2-2

R.PDSCH.5-2.2 TDD

100/120

16QAM, 0.48

FR2.120-1

TDLA30-300

2×2 ULA Low

70

14.4

2-3

R.PDSCH.5-5.2 TDD

50/120

16QAM,0.48

FR2.120-2

TDLA30-75

2×2 ULA Low

70

14.0

2-4

R.PDSCH.5-2.3 TDD

200/120

16QAM, 0.48

FR2.120-1

TDLA30-300

2×2 ULA Low

70

14.2

2-5

R.PDSCH.4-1.1 TDD

50/60

16QAM, 0.48

FR2.60-1

TDLA30-75

2×2 ULA Low

70

14.3

2-6

R.PDSCH.5-6.1 TDD

100/120

64QAM, 0.43

FR2.120-2

TDLA30-75

2×2 ULA Low

70

18.6

Table 7.2.2.2.1_0-5: Minimum performance for Rank 2 (FRC) for Enhanced Type X Receiver

Test num.

Reference channel

Bandwidth (MHz)/Subcarrier spacing (kHz)

Modulation and code rate

TDD UL-DL pattern

Propagation condition

Correlation matrix and antenna configuration

Reference value

Fraction of maximum throughput (%)

SNRBB (dB)

3-1

R.PDSCH.5-5.1TDD

100/120

16QAM, 0.48

FR2.120-2

TDLA30-75

2×2 ULA Medium

70

19.0

The normative reference for this requirement is TS 38.101-4 [5] clause 7.2.2.2.1.

7.2.2.2.1_1 2Rx TDD FR2 PDSCH mapping Type A performance – 2×2 MIMO with baseline receiver for SA and NSA

7.2.2.2.1_1.1 Test Purpose

Verify the PDSCH mapping Type A normal performance with different channel models, MCSs and number of MIMO layers.

7.2.2.2.1_1.2 Test Applicability

This test applies to all types of NR UE release 15 and forward.

This test also applies to all types of EUTRA UE release 15 and forward supporting EN-DC.

7.2.2.2.1_1.3 Test Description

7.2.2.2.1_1.3.1 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, test channel bandwidths and sub-carrier spacing based on NR operating bands specified in Table 5.2-1 of TS 38.521-2 [8].

Configurations of PDSCH and PDCCH before measurement are specified in Annex C.

Test Environment: Normal, as defined in TS 38.508-1 [6] clause 4.1.

Frequencies to be tested: Mid Range, as defined in TS 38.508-1 [6] clause 5.2.2.

Only sub tests shall be tested which are testable according to Table 7.1.1_1-2.

For EN-DC within FR2 operation, setup the LTE radiated link according to Annex D:

1. Connection between SS, the faders, AWGN noise source and the UE is shown in TS 38.508-1 [6] Annex A, Figure A.3.3.2 for TE diagram and Figure A.3.4.2 for UE diagram.

2. The parameter settings for the NR cell are set up according to Table 7.2-1 and Table 7.2.2.2.1.0-2 and as appropriate.

3. Downlink signals for NR cell are initially set up according to Annexes C.0, C.1, C.2, and uplink signals according to Annexes G.0, G.1, G.2, G.3.1 of TS 38.521-2 [8].

4. Propagation conditions for NR cell are set according to Annex B.0.

5. Ensure the UE is in state RRC_CONNECTED with generic procedure parameters Connectivity NR for SA with Connected without release On, Test Mode On or EN-DC, DC bearer MCG and SCG, Connected without release On, Test Mode On for NSA according to TS 38.508-1 [6] clause 4.5. Message content are defined in clause 7.2.2.2.1_1.3.3.

7.2.2.2.1_1.3.2 Test Procedure

1. Set the UE in a direction that satisfies the 3 normative criteria specified in Annex H.0.If no direction found, mark the test as inconclusive.

2. SS transmits PDSCH via PDCCH DCI format 1_1 for C_RNTI to transmit the DL RMC according to Tables 7.2.2.2.1_1.4-1 and 7.2.2.2.1_1.4-2.. The SS sends downlink MAC padding bits on the DL RMC.

3. Set the parameters of the bandwidth, MCS, reference channel, the propagation condition, the correlation matrix and the SNR according to Tables 7.2.2.2.1_1.4-1 and 7.2.2.2.1_1.4-2 as appropriate.

4. Measure the average throughput for a duration sufficient to achieve statistical significance according to Annex G.1.5. Count the number of NACKs, ACKs and statDTXs on the UL during each subtest and decide pass or fail according to Tables G.1.5-1 in Annex G.

5. Repeat steps from 1 to 4 for each subtest in Tables 7.2.2.2.1_1.4-1 and 7.2.2.2.1_1.4-2 as appropriate.

7.2.2.2.1_1.3.3 Message Contents

Message contents are according to TS 38.508-1 [6] subclause 4.6.1 and 5.4.2 with the following exceptions:

7.2.2.2.1_1.3.3_1 Message exceptions for SA

Table 7.2.2.2.1_1.3.3_1-1: SchedulingRequestResourceConfig

Derivation Path: TS 38.508-1 [6], Table 4.6.3-157

Information Element

Value/remark

Comment

Condition

SchedulingRequestResourceConfig ::= SEQUENCE {

periodicityAndOffset CHOICE {

sl80

7

Test point 2-1, 2-3, 2-6

}

}

Table 7.2.2.2.1_1.3.3_1-2: CSI-RS-ResourceMapping for TRS

Derivation Path: TS 38.508-1 [6] Table 4.6.3-45

Information Element

Value/remark

Comment

Condition

CSI-RS-ResourceMapping ::= SEQUENCE {

firstOFDMSymbolInTimeDomain

3

l0 = 3 for CSI-RS resource 1 and 3

TRS, Test 1-1, 1-2

7

l0 = 7 for CSI-RS resource 2 and 4

TRS, Test 1-1, 1-2

nrofPorts

p1

1 for CSI-RS resource 1,2,3,4

TRS

}

Table 7.2.2.2.1_1.3.3_1-3: CSI-ResourcePeriodicityAndOffset for TRS

Derivation Path: TS 38.508-1 [6] Table 4.6.3-43

Information Element

Value/remark

Comment

Condition

CSI-ResourcePeriodicityAndOffset ::= CHOICE {

Slots160

82

Periodicity 20 slots and offset 10 for CSI-RS resource 1 and 2

Slots160

83

Periodicity 20 slots and offset 11 for CSI-RS resource 3 and 4

}

Table 7.2.2.2.1_1.3.3_1-4: PDCCH Search Space

Derivation Path: TS 38.508-1 [6] Table 4.6.3-162

Information Element

Value/remark

Comment

Condition

SearchSpace ::= SEQUENCE {

nrofCandidates SEQUENCE {

aggregationLevel1

n0

aggregationLevel2

n0

aggregationLevel4

n1

Test 2-3

aggregationLevel8

n1

AL8

Other than test 2-3

aggregationLevel16

n0

}

}

Table 7.2.2.2.1_1.3.3_1-5: DMRS-DownlinkConfig

Derivation Path: TS 38.508-1 [6] Table 4.6.3-50

Information Element

Value/remark

Comment

Condition

DMRS-DownlinkConfig ::= SEQUENCE {

dmrs-Type

Type 1

dmrs-AdditionalPosition

pos1

maxLength

len1

}

Table 7.2.2.2.1_1.3.3_1-6: PDSCH-Config

Derivation Path: TS 38.508-1 [6] Table 4.6.3-100

Information Element

Value/remark

Comment

Condition

PDSCH-Config ::= SEQUENCE {

vrb-ToPRB-Interleaver

Not present

resourceAllocation

resourceAllocationType0

pdsch-AggregationFactor

Not present

prb-BundlingType CHOICE {

staticBundling SEQUENCE {

bundleSize

Not present

PRB Bundling size of 2

Other than test 1-1

Wideband

Test 1-1

}

}

}

Table 7.2.2.2.1_1.3.3_1-7: PDSCH-ServingCellConfig

Derivation Path: TS 38.508-1 [6] Table 4.6.3-102

Information Element

Value/remark

Comment

Condition

PDSCH-ServingCellConfig ::= SEQUENCE {

nrofHARQ-ProcessesForPDSCH

Set according to the test id

8 for Test 1-1, 1-3, 2-2, 2-4

10 for Test 2-1, 2-3, 2-5, 2-6, 3-1

16 for Test 1-2

}

7.2.2.2.1_1.3.3_2 Message exceptions for NSA

Same as 7.2.2.2.1_1.3.3_1.

7.2.2.2.1_1.4 Test Requirements

Tables 7.2.2.2.1_1.4-1 and 7.2.2.2.1_1.4-2 defines the primary level settings.

The fraction of maximum throughput percentage for the downlink reference measurement channels specified in Annex A.3.2 for each throughput test shall meet or exceed the specified value in Tables 7.2.2.2.1_1.4-1 and 7.2.2.2.1_1.4-2 for the specified SNR including test tolerances for all throughput tests.

Table 7.2.2.2.1_1.4-1: Test Requirement for Rank 1 (FRC)

Test num.

Reference channel

Bandwidth (MHz)/Subcarrier spacing (kHz)

Modulation and code rate

TDD UL-DL pattern

Propagation condition

Correlation matrix and antenna configuration

Reference value

Fraction of maximum throughput (%)

SNRBB (dB)

1-1

R.PDSCH.5-1.1TDD

100/120

QPSK, 0.30

FR2.120-1 A

TDLC60-300

2×2 ULA Low

70

1.4

1-2

R.PDSCH.5-2.1TDD

100/120

16QAM, 0.48

FR2.120-1

TDLA30-300

2×2 ULA Low

30

3.6

1-3

R.PDSCH.5-3.1TDD

100/120

64QAM, 0.46

FR2.120-1

TDLA30-300

2×2 XPL Medium

70

14.2

Table 7.2.2.2.1_1.4-2: Test Requirement for Rank 2 (FRC)

Test num.

Reference channel

Bandwidth (MHz)/Subcarrier spacing (kHz)

Modulation and code rate

TDD UL-DL pattern

Propagation condition

Correlation matrix and antenna configuration

Reference value

Fraction of maximum throughput (%)

SNRBB (dB)

2-1

R.PDSCH.5-4.1TDD

100/120

QPSK, 0.30

FR2.120-2

TDLA30-75

2×2 ULA Low

70

5.8

2-2

R.PDSCH.5-2.2TDD

100/120

16QAM, 0.48

FR2.120-1

TDLA30-300

2×2 ULA Low

70

16.0

2-3

R.PDSCH.5-5.2TDD

50/120

16QAM,0.48

FR2.120-2

TDLA30-75

2×2 ULA Low

70

15.7

2-4

R.PDSCH.5-2.3TDD

200/120

16QAM, 0.48

FR2.120-1

TDLA30-300

2×2 ULA Low

70

15.8

2-5

R.PDSCH.4-1.1TDD

50/60

16QAM, 0.48

FR2.60-1

TDLA30-75

2×2 ULA Low

70

16

2-6

R.PDSCH.5-6.1TDD

100/120

64QAM, 0.43

FR2.120-2

TDLA30-75

2×2 ULA Low

70

20.3

7.2.2.2.1_2 2Rx TDD FR2 PDSCH mapping Type A performance – 2×2 MIMO with enhanced type 1 receiver for SA and NSA

7.2.2.2.1_2.1 Test Purpose

Verify the PDSCH mapping Type A normal performance with different channel models, MCSs and number of MIMO layers.

7.2.2.2.1_2.2 Test Applicability

This test applies to all types of NR UE release 15 and forward supporting NR enhanced receiver type 1.

This test also applies to all types of EUTRA UE release 15 and forward supporting EN-DC and NR enhanced receiver type 1.

7.2.2.2.1_2.3 Test Description

Same test description as in clause 7.2.2.2.1_1.3 with following exception:

– Table 7.2.2.2.1_2.4-1 instead of Tables 7.2.2.2.1_1.4-1 and 7.2.2.2.1_1.4-2

7.2.2.2.1_2.3.1 Message contents

Message contents are according to TS 38.508-1 [6] subclause 4.6.1 and 5.4.2 with the following exceptions:

7.2.2.2.1_2.3.1_1 Message exceptions for SA

Same as 7.2.2.2.1_1.3.3_1 with following exceptions:

Table 7.2.2.2.1_2.3.1_1-1: SchedulingRequestResourceConfig

Derivation Path: TS 38.508-1 [6], Table 4.6.3-157

Information Element

Value/remark

Comment

Condition

SchedulingRequestResourceConfig ::= SEQUENCE {

periodicityAndOffset CHOICE {

Sl80

7

Test 3-1

}

}

7.2.2.2.1_2.3.1_2 Message exceptions for NSA

Same as 7.2.2.2.1_2.3.1_1.

7.2.2.2.1_2.4 Test Requirements

Table 7.2.2.2.1_2.4-1 defines the primary level settings.

The fraction of maximum throughput percentage for the downlink reference measurement channels specified in Annex A.3.2 for each throughput test shall meet or exceed the specified value in Table 7.2.2.2.1_2.4-1 for the specified SNR including test tolerances for all throughput tests.

Table 7.2.2.2.1_2.4-1: Test Requirement for Rank 2 (FRC) for Enhanced Type 1 Receiver

Test num.

Reference channel

Bandwidth (MHz)/Subcarrier spacing (kHz)

Modulation and code rate

TDD UL-DL pattern

Propagation condition

Correlation matrix and antenna configuration

Reference value

Fraction of maximum throughput (%)

SNRBB (dB)

3-1

R.PDSCH.5-5.1TDD

100/120

16QAM, 0.48

FR2.120-2

TDLA30-75

2×2 ULA Med

70

20.7

7.2.2.2.1_3 2Rx TDD FR2 PDSCH mapping Type A performance – 2×2 MIMO with 256QAM for SA and NSA (Rel-16 and forward)

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

– Test point applicability is TBD for all bands in Table 7.1.1_1-2.

7.2.2.2.1_3.1 Test Purpose

Verify the PDSCH mapping Type A normal performance with different channel models, MCSs and number of MIMO layers.

7.2.2.2.1_3.2 Test Applicability

This test applies to all types of NR UE release 16 and forward supporting 256QAM for PDSCH.

This test also applies to all types of EUTRA UE release 16 and forward supporting EN-DC and NR 256QAM for PDSCH.

7.2.2.2.1_3.3 Test Description

Same test description as in clause 7.2.2.2.1_1.3 with following exception:

– Table 7.2.2.2.1_3.4-1 instead of Table 7.2.2.2.1_1.4-1

7.2.2.2.1_3.3.1 Message contents

Message contents are according to TS 38.508-1 [6] clause 5.4.2 with the following exceptions:

7.2.2.2.1_3.3.1_1 Message exceptions for SA

Same as 7.2.2.2.1_1.3.3_1 with following exceptions:

Table 7.2.2.2.1_3.3.1_1-1: SchedulingRequestResourceConfig

Derivation Path: TS 38.508-1 [6], Table 4.6.3-157

Information Element

Value/remark

Comment

Condition

SchedulingRequestResourceConfig ::= SEQUENCE {

periodicityAndOffset CHOICE {

Sl80

7

Test 1-4

}

}

Table 7.2.2.2.1_3.3.1_1-2: SearchSpace

Derivation Path: TS 38.508-1 Table 4.6.3-162

Information Element

Value/remark

Comment

Condition

SearchSpace ::= SEQUENCE {

nrofCandidates SEQUENCE {

aggregationLevel1

n0

aggregationLevel2

n0

aggregationLevel4

n1

AL4

Test 1-4

aggregationLevel8

n0

aggregationLevel16

n0

}

}

Table 7.2.2.2.1_3.3.1_1-3: PDSCH-Config

Derivation Path: TS 38.508-1 Table 5.4.2.0-26 with condition DEMOD_FR2

Information Element

Value/remark

Comment

Condition

PDSCH-Config ::= SEQUENCE {

mcs-Table

qam256

Test 1-4

}

Table 7.2.2.2.1_3.3.1_1-4: PDSCH-ServingCellConfig

Derivation Path: TS 38.508-1 Table 5.4.2.0-25 with condition DEMOD_FR2

Information Element

Value/remark

Comment

Condition

PDSCH-ServingCellConfig ::= SEQUENCE {

nrofHARQ-ProcessesForPDSCH

8

Test 1-4

}

7.2.2.2.1_3.3.1_2 Message exceptions for NSA

Same as 7.2.2.2.1_3.3.1_1.

7.2.2.2.1_3.4 Test Requirements

Table 7.2.2.2.1.0-2 defines the primary level settings.

The fraction of maximum throughput percentage for the downlink reference measurement channels specified in Annex A.3.2 for each throughput test shall meet or exceed the specified value in Table 7.2.2.2.1_3.4-1 for the specified SNR including test tolerances for all throughput tests.

Table 7.2.2.2.1_3.4-1: Test Requirement for Rank 1 (FRC) for 256QAM

Test num.

Reference channel

Bandwidth (MHz)/Subcarrier spacing (kHz)

Modulation and code rate

TDD UL-DL pattern

Propagation condition

Correlation matrix and antenna configuration

Reference value

Fraction of maximum throughput (%)

SNRBB (dB)

1-4

R.PDSCH.5-10.1 TDD

50/120

256QAM

0.67

FR2.120-1

TDLD30-75

2×2 ULA Low

70

22.0

7.2.2.2.2 2Rx TDD FR2 PDSCH repetitions over multiple slots

7.2.2.2.2_0 Minimum conformance requirements

For PDSCH with slot aggregation, the requirements are specified in Table 7.2.2.2.2_0-3, additional parameters in Table 7.2.2.2.2_0-2 and the downlink physical channel setup according to Annex C.5.1.

The test purpose is specified in Table 7.2.2.2.2_0-1.

Table 7.2.2.2.2_0-1: Test purpose

Purpose

Test index

Verify the PDSCH repetitions over multiple slots performance under 2 receive antenna conditions

1-1

Table 7.2.2.2.2_0-2: Test Parameters

Parameter

Unit

Value

Duplex mode

TDD

Active DL BWP index

1

PDSCH configuration

Mapping type

Type A

k0

0

Starting symbol (S)

1

Length (L)

13

PDSCH aggregation factor

2

PRB bundling type

Static

PRB bundling size

2

Resource allocation type

Type 0

RBG size

Config2

VRB-to-PRB mapping type

Non-interleaved

VRB-to-PRB mapping interleaver bundle size

N/A

PDSCH DMRS configuration

DMRS Type

Type 1

Number of additional DMRS

1

Maximum number of OFDM symbols for DL front loaded DMRS

1

Number of HARQ Processes

2

The number of slots between final repetition of PDSCH and corresponding HARQ-ACK information

As defined in Annex A.1.3 (Note 1)

Note 1: ACK/NACK feedback is generated for PDSCH on slot i, where mod(i,4) = 1, where i is the slot index per frame; i = {0,…,79}

Table 7.2.2.2.2_0-3: Minimum performance for Rank 1 (FRC)

Test num

Reference channel

Bandwidth (MHz) / Subcarrier spacing (kHz)

Modulation and code rate

TDD UL-DL pattern

Propagation condition

Correlation matrix and antenna configuration

Reference value

Target BLER

SNR (dB)

1-1

R.PDSCH. 5-11.1 TDD

100 / 120

16QAM,

0.37

FR2.120-2

TDLA30-75

2×2 ULA Low

1% (Note 1)

-1.1

Note 1: BLER is defined as residual BLER; i.e. ratio of incorrectly received transport blocks / sent transport blocks, independently of the number HARQ transmission(s) for each transport block.

The normative reference for this requirement is TS 38.101-4 [5] clause 7.2.2.2.2.

7.2.2.2.2_1 2Rx TDD FR2 PDSCH repetitions over multiple slots – 2×2 MIMO with baseline receiver for SA and NSA

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

– MU factor due to finite test time needs further study

– Test point applicability is TBD for all bands in Table 7.1.1_1-2.

7.2.2.2.2_1.1 Test Purpose

Verify the PDSCH repetitions over multiple slots performance under 2 receive antenna conditions.

7.2.2.2.2_1.2 Test Applicability

This test applies to all types of NR UE release 16 and forward supporting capability IE pdsch-RepetitionMultiSlots-r16.

This test also applies to all types of EUTRA UE release 16 and forward supporting EN-DC supporting capability IE pdsch-RepetitionMultiSlots-r16.

7.2.2.2.2_1.3 Test Description

7.2.2.2.2_1.3.1 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, test channel bandwidths and sub-carrier spacing based on NR operating bands specified in Table 5.2-1 of TS 38.521-2 [8].

Configurations of PDSCH and PDCCH before measurement are specified in Annex C.

Test Environment: Normal, as defined in TS 38.508-1 [6] clause 4.1.

Frequencies to be tested: Mid Range, as defined in TS 38.508-1 [6] clause 5.2.2.

Only sub tests shall be tested which are testable according to Table 7.1.1_1-2.

For EN-DC within FR2 operation, setup the LTE radiated link according to Annex D:

1. Connection between SS, the faders, AWGN noise source and the UE is shown in TS 38.508-1 [6] Annex A, Figure A.3.3.2 for TE diagram and Figure A.3.4.2 for UE diagram.

2. The parameter settings for the NR cell are set up according to Table 7.2-1 and Table 7.2.2.2.2.0-2 and as appropriate.

3. Downlink signals for NR cell are initially set up according to Annexes C.0, C.1, C.2, and uplink signals according to Annexes G.0, G.1, G.2, G.3.1 of TS 38.521-2 [8].

4. Propagation conditions for NR cell are set according to Annex B.0.

5. Ensure the UE is in state RRC_CONNECTED with generic procedure parameters Connectivity NR for SA with Connected without release On, Test Mode On or EN-DC, DC bearer MCG and SCG, Connected without release On, Test Mode On for NSA according to TS 38.508-1 [6] clause 4.5. Message content are defined in clause 7.2.2.2.2_1.3.3.

7.2.2.2.2_1.3.2 Test Procedure

1. Set the UE in a direction that satisfies the 3 normative criteria specified in Annex H.0.If no direction found, mark the test as inconclusive.

2. SS transmits PDSCH via PDCCH DCI format 1_1 for C_RNTI to transmit the DL RMC according to Tables 7.2.2.2.2_1.4-1. The SS sends downlink MAC padding bits on the DL RMC. The UE may expect that the TB is repeated with same symbol allocation among each of the pdsch-AggregationFactor consecutive slots.

3. Set the parameters of the bandwidth, MCS, reference channel, the propagation condition, the correlation matrix and the SNR according to Tables 7.2.2.2.2_1.4-1 as appropriate.

4. Measure the BLER for a duration sufficient to achieve statistical significance according to Annex G clause G.1.5. Count the number of correctly and incorrectly received transport blocks based on ACK/NACK feedback on the UL during each subtest and decide pass or fail according to Tables G.1.5-1a in Annex G.

7.2.2.2.2_1.3.3 Message Contents

Message contents are according to TS 38.508-1 [6] subclause 4.6.1 and 5.4.2 with the following exceptions:

7.2.2.2.2_1.3.3_1 Message exceptions for SA

Table 7.2.2.2.2_1.3.3_1-1: SchedulingRequestResourceConfig

Derivation Path: TS 38.508-1 [6], Table 4.6.3-157

Information Element

Value/remark

Comment

Condition

SchedulingRequestResourceConfig ::= SEQUENCE {

periodicityAndOffset CHOICE {

sl80

7

}

}

Table 7.2.2.2.2_1.3.3_1-2: PDSCH-Config

Derivation Path: TS 38.508-1 [6] Table 4.6.3-100

Information Element

Value/remark

Comment

Condition

PDSCH-Config ::= SEQUENCE {

pdsch-AggregationFactor

2

}

Table 7.2.2.2.2_1.3.3_1-3: PDSCH-ServingCellConfig

Derivation Path: TS 38.508-1 [6] Table 4.6.3-102

Information Element

Value/remark

Comment

Condition

PDSCH-ServingCellConfig ::= SEQUENCE {

nrofHARQ-ProcessesForPDSCH

4

}

7.2.2.2.2_1.3.3_2 Message exceptions for NSA

Same as 7.2.2.2.2_1.3.3_1.

7.2.2.2.2_1.4 Test Requirements

Table 7.2.2.2.2_1.4-1 defines the primary level settings.

The target BLER percentage for the downlink reference measurement channels specified in Annex A.3.2.2 for each BLER test shall meet or exceed the specified value in Table 7.2.2.2.2_1.4-1 for the specified SNR including test tolerances for all BLER tests.

Table 7.2.2.2.2_1.4-1: Test Requirement for Rank 1

Test num

Reference channel

Bandwidth (MHz) / Subcarrier spacing (kHz)

Modulation and code rate

TDD UL-DL pattern

Propagation condition

Correlation matrix and antenna configuration

Reference value

Target BLER

SNR (dB)

1-1

R.PDSCH. 5-11.1 TDD

100 / 120

16QAM,

0.37

FR2.120-2

TDLA30-75

2×2 ULA Low

1% (Note 1)

-1.1+TT

Note 1: BLER is defined as residual BLER; i.e. ratio of incorrectly received transport blocks / sent transport blocks, independently of the number HARQ transmission(s) for each transport block.

7.2.2.2.3 2Rx TDD FR2 PDSCH Mapping Type B

7.2.2.2.3_0 Minimum conformance requirements

The performance requirements are specified in Table 7.2.2.2.3.0-3, with the addition of test parameters in Table 7.2.2.2. 3.0-2 and the downlink physical channel setup according to Annex C.5.1. The purpose is to verify the performance of PDSCH Type B scheduling.

The test purposes are specified in Table 7.2.2.2.3.0-1.

Table 7.2.2.2.3.0-1: Test purpose

Purpose

Test index

Verify PDSCH mapping Type B performance under 2 receive antenna conditions

1-1

Table 7.2.2.2.3.0-2: Test parameters

Parameter

Unit

Value

Duplex mode

TDD

Active DL BWP index

1

PDCCH configuration

Number of PDCCH candidates and aggregation levels

1/AL8

PDSCH configuration

Mapping type

Type B

k0

0

Starting symbol (S)

1

Length (L)

2

PDSCH aggregation factor

1

PRB bundling type

Static

PRB bundling size

2

Resource allocation type

Type 0

RBG size

Config2

VRB-to-PRB mapping type

Non-interleaved

VRB-to-PRB mapping interleaver bundle size

N/A

PDSCH DMRS configuration

DMRS Type

Type 1

Number of additional DMRS

0

Maximum number of OFDM symbols for DL front loaded DMRS

1

Number of HARQ Processes

8

The number of slots between PDSCH and corresponding HARQ-ACK information

Specific to each TDD UL-DL pattern and as defined in Annex A.1.3

Table 7.2.2.2.3.0-3: Minimum performance for Rank 1

Test num.

Reference channel

Bandwidth (MHz) / Subcarrier spacing (kHz)

Modulation format and code rate

TDD UL-DL pattern

Propagation

condition

Correlation matrix and antenna configuration

Reference value

Fraction of maximum throughput (%)

SNR (dB)

1-1

R.PDSCH. 5-1.2 TDD

100 / 120

QPSK, 0.30

FR2.120-1

TDLA30-75

2×2, ULA Low

70

1.3

The normative reference for this requirement is TS 38.101-4 [5] clause 7.2.2.2.3.

7.2.2.2.3_1 2Rx TDD FR2 PDSCH mapping Type B performance – 2×2 MIMO with baseline receiver for SA and NSA

7.2.2.2.3_1.1 Test Purpose

Verify the PDSCH mapping Type B performance under 2 receive antenna conditions.

7.2.2.2.3_1.2 Test Applicability

This test applies to all types of NR UE release 16 and forward supporting PDSCH mapping type B.

This test also applies to all types of EUTRA UE release 16 and forward supporting EN-DC and PDSCH mapping type B.

7.2.2.2.3_1.3 Test Description

7.2.2.2.3_1.3.1 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, test channel bandwidths and sub-carrier spacing based on NR operating bands specified in Table 5.2-1 of TS 38.521-2 [8].

Configurations of PDSCH and PDCCH before measurement are specified in Annex C.

Test Environment: Normal, as defined in TS 38.508-1 [6] clause 4.1.

Frequencies to be tested: Mid Range, as defined in TS 38.508-1 [6] clause 5.2.2.

Only sub tests shall be tested which are testable according to Table 7.1.1_1-2.

For EN-DC within FR2 operation, setup the LTE radiated link according to Annex D:

1. Connection between SS, the faders, AWGN noise source and the UE is shown in TS 38.508-1 [6] Annex A, Figure A.3.3.2 for TE diagram and Figure A.3.4.2 for UE diagram.

2. The parameter settings for the NR cell are set up according to Table 7.2-1 and Table 7.2.2.2.3.0-2 and as appropriate.

3. Downlink signals for NR cell are initially set up according to Annexes C.0, C.1, C.2, and uplink signals according to Annexes G.0, G.1, G.2, G.3.1 of TS 38.521-2 [8].

4. Propagation conditions for NR cell are set according to Annex B.0.

5. Ensure the UE is in state RRC_CONNECTED with generic procedure parameters Connectivity NR for SA with Connected without release On, Test Mode On or EN-DC, DC bearer MCG and SCG, Connected without release On, Test Mode On for NSA according to TS 38.508-1 [6] clause 4.5. Message content are defined in clause 7.2.2.2.3_1.3.3.

7.2.2.2.3_1.3.2 Test Procedure

1. Set the UE in a direction that satisfies the 3 normative criteria specified in Annex H.0.If no direction found, mark the test as inconclusive.

2. SS transmits PDSCH via PDCCH DCI format 1_1 for C_RNTI to transmit the DL RMC according to Tables 7.2.2.2.3_1.4-1. The SS sends downlink MAC padding bits on the DL RMC.

3. Set the parameters of the bandwidth, MCS, reference channel, the propagation condition, the correlation matrix and the SNR according to Tables 7.2.2.2.3_1.4-1 as appropriate.

4. Measure the average throughput for a duration sufficient to achieve statistical significance according to Annex G.1.5. Count the number of NACKs, ACKs and statDTXs on the UL during each subtest and decide pass or fail according to Tables G.1.5-1 in Annex G.

7.2.2.2.3_1.3.3 Message Contents

Message contents are according to TS 38.508-1 [6] subclause 4.6.1 and 5.4.2 with the following exceptions:

7.2.2.2.3_1.3.3_1 Message exceptions for SA

Table 7.2.2.2.3_1.3.3_1-3: PDSCH-ServingCellConfig

Derivation Path: TS 38.508-1 [6] Table 4.6.3-102

Information Element

Value/remark

Comment

Condition

PDSCH-ServingCellConfig ::= SEQUENCE {

nrofHARQ-ProcessesForPDSCH

8

}

Table 7.2.2.2.3_1.3.3_1-4: PDSCH-TimeDomainResourceAllocationList

Derivation Path: TS 38.508-1 [6], Table 4.6.3-103

Information Element

Value/remark

Comment

Condition

PDSCH-TimeDomainResourceAllocationList::= SEQUENCE(SIZE(1..maxNrofDL-Allocations)) OF {

2 entry

PDSCH-TimeDomainResourceAllocation[1] SEQUENCE {

K0

Not present

mappingType

typeB

startSymbolAndLength

15

Start symbol(S)=1, Length(L)=2

}

}

7.2.2.2.3_1.3.3_2 Message exceptions for NSA

Same as 7.2.2.2.3_1.3.3_1.

7.2.2.2.3_1.4 Test Requirements

Table 7.2.2.2.3_1.4-1 defines the primary level settings.

The fraction of maximum throughput percentage for the downlink reference measurement channels specified in Annex A.3.2 for each throughput test shall meet or exceed the specified value in Table 7.2.2.2.3_1.4-1 for the specified SNR including test tolerances for all throughput tests.

Table 7.2.2.2.3_1.4-1: Test Requirement for Rank 1

Test num.

Reference channel

Bandwidth (MHz) / Subcarrier spacing (kHz)

Modulation format and code rate

TDD UL-DL pattern

Propagation

condition

Correlation matrix and antenna configuration

Reference value

Fraction of maximum throughput (%)

SNR (dB)

1-1

R.PDSCH. 5-1.2 TDD

100 / 120

QPSK, 0.30

FR2.120-1

TDLA30-75

2×2, ULA Low

70

3.1

7.2A PDSCH demodulation requirements for CA

The parameters specified in Table 7.2-1 for PDSCH single carrier tests are reused for PDSCH CA test unless otherwise stated.

7.2A.1 1RX requirements (Void)

7.2A.2 2RX requirements

7.2A.2.0 Minimum conformance requirements

For CA with different numbers of DL component carriers, the requirements are defined in Table 7.2A.2.0-3-3 based on the single carrier requirements for different bandwidth specified in Table 7.2A.2.0-2, with the parameters in Table 7.2A.2.0-1 and the downlink physical channel setup according to Annex C.2.2. The performance requirements specified in this sub-clause do not apply for UE single carrier test.

Table 7.2A.2.0-1: Test parameters for CA

Parameter

Unit

Value

Duplex mode

TDD

Active DL BWP index

1

PDSCH configuration

Mapping type

Type A

k0

0

Starting symbol (S)

1

Length (L)

Specific to each Reference channel

PDSCH aggregation factor

1

PRB bundling type

Static

PRB bundling size

2

Resource allocation type

Type 0

RBG size

Config2

VRB-to-PRB mapping type

Non-interleaved

VRB-to-PRB mapping interleaver bundle size

N/A

PDSCH DMRS configuration

DMRS Type

Type 1

Number of additional DMRS

1

Maximum number of OFDM symbols for DL front loaded DMRS

1

Number of HARQ Processes

8

TDD UL-DL pattern

120kHz SCS: FR2.120-1

The number of slots between PDSCH and corresponding HARQ-ACK information

As defined in Annex A.1.3

Table 7.2A.2.0-2: Single carrier performance for TDD 120 kHz SCS for CA configurations

Bandwidth (MHz)

Reference channel

Modulation format and code rate

Propagation condition

Correlation matrix and antenna configuration

Reference value

Fraction of maximum throughput (%)

SNR (dB)

50

R.PDSCH.5-9.1 TDD

16QAM, 0.33

TDLA30-75

2×2, ULA Low

70

10.4

100

R.PDSCH.5-9.2 TDD

16QAM, 0.33

TDLA30-75

2×2, ULA Low

70

10.2

200

R.PDSCH.5-9.3 TDD

16QAM, 0.33

TDLA30-75

2×2, ULA Low

70

10.3

400

R.PDSCH.5-9.4 TDD

16QAM, 0.33

TDLA30-75

2×2, ULA Low

70

10.3

Table 7.2A.2.0-3: Minimum performance for multiple CA configurations

Test number

CA duplex mode

Minimum performance requirements

1

TDD 120 kHz + TDD 120 kHz

As defined in Table 7.2A.2.1_0-2

Note 1: The applicability of requirements for different CA duplex modes, SCSs, CA configurations and bandwidth combination sets is defined in 7.1.1.5.

The normative reference for this requirement is TS 38.101-4 [5] clause 7.2A.2.1

7.2A.2.1 2Rx TDD FR2 CA requirements for normal PDSCH Demodulation Performance for both SA and NSA (2DLCA)

7.2A.2.1.1 Test Purpose

Verify the PDSCH mapping Type A normal performance with different channel models, MCSs and number of MIMO layers.

7.2A.2.1.2 Test Applicability

This test applies to all types of NR UE release 15 and forward that support NR 2DL CA.

7.2A.2.1.3 Test Description

7.2A.2.1.3.1 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, test channel bandwidths and sub-carrier spacing based on NR operating bands specified in Table 5.3.5-1 of 38.521-2.

Configurations of PDSCH and PDCCH before measurement are specified in Annex C.

Test Environment: Normal, as defined in TS 38.508-1 [6] clause 4.1.

Frequencies to be tested: Mid Range, as defined in TS 38.508-1 [6] clause 5.2.2.

CA capability to be tested: Any one of the supported CA capability as per the selection criteria specified in Table 7.1.1.5.2-2.

For EN-DC within FR2 operation, setup the LTE radiated link according to Annex D:

1. Connection between SS, the faders, AWGN noise source and the UE is shown in TS 38.508-1 [6] Annex A, Figure A.3.3.2 for TE diagram and Figure A.3.4.2 for UE diagram.

2. The parameter settings for the NR cell are set up according to Table 7.2-1, 7.2A.2.0-1 and Table 7.2A.2.0-2 as appropriate.

3. Downlink signals for NR cell are initially set up according to Annexes C.0, C.1, C.2, and uplink signals according to Annexes G.0, G.1, G.2, G.3.1 of TS 38.521-2 [8].

4. Propagation conditions for NR cell are set according to Annex B.0.

6. Ensure the UE is in state RRC_CONNECTED with generic procedure parameters Connectivity NR for SA with Connected without release On, Test Mode On or EN-DC, DC bearer MCG and SCG, Connected without release On, Test Mode On for NSA according to TS 38.508-1 [6] clause 4.5. Message content are defined in clause 7.2A.2.1.3.3.

7.2A.2.1.3.2 Test Procedure

1. Set the UE in a direction that satisfies the 3 normative criteria specified in Annex H.0. If no direction found, mark the test as inconclusive.

2. SS transmits PDSCH via PDCCH DCI format 1_1 for C_RNTI to transmit the DL RMC according to Table 7.2A.2.1.4-1. The SS sends downlink MAC padding bits on the DL RMC.

3. Set the parameters of the bandwidth, MCS, reference channel, the propagation condition, the correlation matrix and the SNR according to Table 7.2A.2.1.4-1

4. Measure the average throughput for a duration sufficient to achieve statistical significance according to Annex G.1.5. Count the number of NACKs, ACKs and statDTXs on the UL during each subtest and decide pass or fail according to Tables G.1.5-1 in Annex G.

5. Repeat steps from 1 to 4 for each subtest in Table 7.2A.2.1.4-1.

7.2A.2.1.3.3 Message Contents

Message contents are according to TS 38.508-1 [6] subclause 4.6.1 and 5.4.2

7.2A.2.1.4 Test Requirements

Table 7.2A.2.1.4-1: Single carrier performance for TDD 120 kHz SCS for CA configurations

Bandwidth (MHz)

Reference channel

Modulation format and code rate

Propagation condition

Correlation matrix and antenna configuration

Reference value

Fraction of maximum throughput (%)

SNR (dB)

50

R.PDSCH.5-9.1 TDD

16QAM, 0.33

TDLA30-75

2×2, ULA Low

70

12.1

100

R.PDSCH.5-9.2 TDD

16QAM, 0.33

TDLA30-75

2×2, ULA Low

70

11.9

200

R.PDSCH.5-9.3 TDD

16QAM, 0.33

TDLA30-75

2×2, ULA Low

70

12.0

400

R.PDSCH.5-9.4 TDD

16QAM, 0.33

TDLA30-75

2×2, ULA Low

70

12.0

7.2A.2.2 2Rx TDD FR2 CA requirements for normal PDSCH Demodulation Performance for both SA and NSA (3DLCA)

7.2A.2.2.1 Test Purpose

Same as 7.2A.2.1.1

7.2A.2.2.2 Test Applicability

This test applies to all types of NR UE release 15 and forward that support NR 3DL CA.

7.2A.2.2.3 Test Description

7.2A.2.2.3.1 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, test channel bandwidths and sub-carrier spacing based on NR operating bands specified in Table 5.3.5-1 of 38.521-2.

Configurations of PDSCH and PDCCH before measurement are specified in Annex C.

Test Environment: Normal, as defined in TS 38.508-1 [6] clause 4.1.

Frequencies to be tested: Mid Range, as defined in TS 38.508-1 [6] clause 4.3.1.1.

CA capability to be tested: Any one of the supported CA capability as per the selection criteria specified in Table 7.1.1.5.2-2.

For EN-DC within FR2 operation, setup the LTE radiated link according to Annex D:

1. Connection between SS, the faders, AWGN noise source and the UE is shown in TS 38.508-1 [6] Annex A, Figure A.3.3.2 for TE diagram and Figure A.3.4.2 for UE diagram.

2. The parameter settings for the NR cell are set up according to Table 7.2-1, 7.2A.2.0-1 and Table 7.2A.2.0-2 as appropriate.

3. Downlink signals for NR cell are initially set up according to Annexes C.0, C.1, C.2, and uplink signals according to Annexes G.0, G.1, G.2, G.3.1 of TS 38.521-2 [8].

4. Propagation conditions for NR cell are set according to Annex B.0.

6. Ensure the UE is in state RRC_CONNECTED with generic procedure parameters Connectivity NR for SA with Connected without release On, Test Mode On or EN-DC, DC bearer MCG and SCG, Connected without release On, Test Mode On for NSA according to TS 38.508-1 [6] clause 4.5. Message content are defined in clause 7.2A.2.1.3.3.

7.2A.2.2.3.2 Test Procedure

1. Set the UE in a direction that satisfies the 3 normative criteria specified in Annex H.0. If no direction found, mark the test as inconclusive.

2. SS transmits PDSCH via PDCCH DCI format 1_1 for C_RNTI to transmit the DL RMC according to Table 7.2A.2.2.4-1 on each CC. The SS sends downlink MAC padding bits on the DL RMC.

3. Set the parameters of the bandwidth, MCS, reference channel, the propagation condition, the correlation matrix and the SNR according to Table 7.2A.2.2.4-1.

4. Measure the average throughput for a duration sufficient to achieve statistical significance according to Annex G.1.5. Count the number of NACKs, ACKs and statDTXs on the UL during each subtest and decide pass or fail according to Tables G.1.5-1 in Annex G.

5. Repeat steps from 1 to 4 for each subtest in Table 7.2A.2.2.4-1.

7.2A.2.2.3.3 Message Contents

Same as 7.2A.2.1.3.3

7.2A.2.2.4 Test Requirements

Table 7.2A.2.2.4-1: Single carrier performance for TDD 120 kHz SCS for CA configurations

Bandwidth (MHz)

Reference channel

Modulation format and code rate

Propagation condition

Correlation matrix and antenna configuration

Reference value

Fraction of maximum throughput (%)

SNR (dB)

50

R.PDSCH.5-9.1 TDD

16QAM, 0.33

TDLA30-75

2×2, ULA Low

70

12.1

100

R.PDSCH.5-9.2 TDD

16QAM, 0.33

TDLA30-75

2×2, ULA Low

70

11.9

200

R.PDSCH.5-9.3 TDD

16QAM, 0.33

TDLA30-75

2×2, ULA Low

70

12.0

400

R.PDSCH.5-9.4 TDD

16QAM, 0.33

TDLA30-75

2×2, ULA Low

70

12.0

7.3 PDCCH demodulation requirements

The receiver characteristics of the PDCCH are determined by the probability of miss-detection of the Downlink Scheduling Grant (Pm-dsg).

The parameters specified in Table 7.3-1 are valid for all PDCCH tests unless otherwise stated.

Table 7.3-1: Common test Parameters

Parameter

Unit

Value

Parameter

Carrier configuration

Offset between Point A and the lowest usable subcarrier on this carrier (Note 1)

0

DL BWP configuration #1

Cyclic prefix

Normal

Common serving cell parameters

Physical Cell ID

0

SSB position in burst

1

SSB periodicity

ms

20

PDCCH configuration

Slots for PDCCH monitoring

Each slot

Number of PDCCH candidates

1

Frequency domain resource allocation for CORESET

Start from RB = 0 with contiguous RB allocation

TCI state

TCI state #1

CSI-RS for tracking

First subcarrier index in the PRB used for CSI-RS (k0)

0

First OFDM symbol in the PRB used for CSI-RS (l0)

CSI-RS resource 1: 4
CSI-RS resource 2: 8
CSI-RS resource 3: 4
CSI-RS resource 4: 8

Number of CSI-RS ports (X)

1

CDM Type

No CDM

Density (ρ)

3

CSI-RS periodicity

Slots

160

CSI-RS offset

Slots

80 for CSI-RS resource 1 and 2

81 for CSI-RS resource 3 and 4

Frequency Occupation

Start PRB 0

Number of PRB = BWP size

QCL info

TCI state #0

NZP CSI-RS for beam management

First subcarrier index in the PRB used for CSI-RS (k0)

0

First OFDM symbol in the PRB used for CSI-RS (l0)

CSI-RS resource 1: 8

CSI-RS resource 2: 9

Number of CSI-RS ports (X)

1

CDM Type

No CDM

Density (ρ)

3

CSI-RS periodicity

Slots

120 kHz SCS: 160 for CSI-RS resource 1,2

CSI-RS offset

Slots

0 for CSI-RS resource 1,2

Repetition

ON

QCL info

TCI state #1

PDCCH & PDCCH DMRS Precoding configuration

Single Panel Type I, Random per slot with equal probability of each applicable i1, i2 combination, and with REG bundling granularity for number of Tx larger than 1

TCI state #0

Type 1 QCL information

SSB index

SSB #0

QCL Type

Type C

Type 2 QCL information

SSB index

SSB #0

QCL Type

Type D

TCI state #1

Type 1 QCL information

CSI-RS resource

CSI-RS resource 1 from ‘CSI-RS for tracking’ configuration

QCL Type

Type A

Type 2 QCL information

CSI-RS resource

CSI-RS resource 1 from ‘CSI-RS for tracking’ configuration

QCL Type

Type D

Physical signals, channels mapping and precoding

As specified in Annex B.4.1

Symbols for all unused REs

OP.1 FDD as defined in Annex A.5.1.1

OP.1 TDD as defined in Annex A.5.2.1

The number of slots between PDSCH and corresponding HARQ-ACK information

Specific to each TDD UL-DL pattern and as defined in Annex A.1.3.

Note 1: Point A coincides with minimum guard band as specified in Table 5.3.3-1 from TS 38.101-2 [3] for tested channel bandwidth and subcarrier spacing.

7.3.1 1RX requirements

(Void)

7.3.2 2RX requirements

7.3.2.1 FDD

(Void)

7.3.2.2 TDD

7.3.2.2.1 2Rx TDD FR2 PDCCH 1 Tx antenna performance for both SA and NSA

7.3.2.2.1.1 Test Purpose

This test verifies the demodulation performance of PDCCH for a single-antenna port with a given SNR for which the average probability of miss-detection of the Downlink Scheduling Grant (Pm-dsg), shall be below the specified value in Table 7.3.2.2.1.3-1.

7.3.2.2.1.2 Test Applicability

This test applies to all types of NR UE release 15 and forward.

This test also applies to all types of EUTRA UE release 15 and forward supporting EN-DC.

7.3.2.2.1.3 Minimum conformance requirements

For the parameters specified in Table 7.3.2.2.1.3-1, the average probability of a missed downlink scheduling grant (Pm-dsg) shall be below the specified value in Table 7.3.2.2.1.3-2. The downlink physical setup is in accordance with Annex C.2.2.

Table 7.3.2.2.1.3-1: Test Parameters

Parameter

Unit

1 Tx Antenna

2 Tx Antenna

TDD UL-DL pattern

FR2.120-1

CCE to REG mapping type

Interleaved

REG bundle size

2 for test 1-1

6 for test 1-2

2

Interleaver size

3 for test 1-1

2 for test 1-2

3

Shift index

0

Table 7.3.2.2.1.3-2: Minimum performance requirements with 120 kHz SCS for 1Tx antenna

Test number

Bandwidth

CORESET RB

CORESET duration

Aggregation level

Reference Channel

Propagation Condition

Antenna configuration and correlation Matrix

Reference value

Pm-dsg (%)

SNRBB (dB)

1-1

100 MHz

60

1

2 CCE

R.PDCCH.5-1.1 TDD

TDLA30-75

1×2 Low

1

6.0

1-2

100 MHz

60

1

4 CCE

R.PDCCH.5-1.2 TDD

TDLA30-300

1×2 Low

1

2.6

The normative reference for this requirement is TS 38.101-4 [5] clause 7.3.2.2.1.

7.3.2.2.1.4 Test Description

7.3.2.2.1.4.1 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, test channel bandwidths and sub-carrier spacing based on NR operating bands specified in Table 5.2-1 of TS 38.521-2 [8].

Configurations of PDCCH before measurement are specified in Annex C.

Test Environment: Normal, as defined in TS 38.508-1 [6] clause 4.1.

Frequencies to be tested: Mid Range, as defined in TS 38.508-1 [6] clause 5.2.2.

Only sub tests shall be tested which are testable according to Table 7.1.1_1-2.

For EN-DC within FR2 operation, setup the LTE link according to Annex D:

1. Connect the SS, the faders and AWGN noise source to the UE antenna connectors as shown in TS 38.508-1 [6] Annex A, in Figure A.3.3.2 for TE diagram and Figure A.3.4.2 for UE diagram.

2. The parameter settings for the cell are set up according to Table 7.3-1 and Table 7.3.2.2.1.3-1 as appropriate.

3. Downlink signals for NR cell are initially set up according to Annexes C.0, C.1, C.2 and uplink signals according to Annexes G.0, G.1, G.2, G.3.1 of TS 38.521-2 [8].

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

5. Ensure the UE is in state RRC_CONNECTED with generic procedure parameters Connectivity NR for SA with Connected without release On, Test Mode On or EN-DC, DC bearer MCG and SCG, Connected without Release On, Test Mode On for NSA according to TS 38.508-1 [6] clause 4.5. Message content are defined in clause 7.3.2.2.1.4.3.

7.3.2.2.1.4.2 Test procedure

1. Set the UE in a direction found using one of the test procedures defined in Annex H. If no direction found, mark the test as inconclusive.

2. SS transmits PDCCH with DCI format as specified in PDCCH Reference Channel for C_RNTI to transmit the DL RMC according to Table 7.3.2.2.1.4.4-1. The details of PDCCH are specified in Table 7.3.2.2.1.3-1 and Table 7.3.2.2.1.3-2. The details of PDSCH are specified in Table A.3.3.2.5-3. The SS sends downlink MAC padding bits on the DL RMC.

3. Set the parameters of the propagation condition, antenna configuration, the correlation matrix and the SNR according to Table 7.3.2.2.1.4.4-1 as appropriate.

4. Measure the Pm-dsg for a duration sufficient to achieve statistical significance according to Annex G clause G.1.5. Count the number of NACKs, ACKs and statDTXs on the UL PUCCH during each subtest interval. Pm-dsg is the ratio (statDTX)/(NACK+ACK+statDTX). If Pm-dsg is less than the value specified in table 7.3.2.2.1.4.4-1, pass the UE. Otherwise fail the UE.

5. Repeat steps from 1 to 4 for each subtest in Table 7.3.2.2.1.4.4-1 as appropriate.

7.3.2.2.1.4.3 Message contents

Message contents are according to TS 38.508-1 [6] subclause 4.6.1 and 5.4.2 with the following exceptions:

7.3.2.2.1.4.3.1 Message exceptions for SA

Table 7.3.2.2.1.4.3.1-1: PDCCH-ControlResourceSet

Derivation Path: TS 38.508-1 [6], Table 5.4.2.0-6

Information Element

Value/remark

Comment

Condition

ControlResourceSet ::= SEQUENCE {

frequencyDomainResources

11111111 11000000 00000000 00000000 00000000 00000

CORESET to use the least significant 60 RBs of the BWP

cce-REG-MappingType CHOICE {

Interleaved SEQUENCE {

Null

reg-BundleSize

n2

2 for test 1-1

n6

6 for test 1-2

interleaverSize

n3

3 for test 1-1

}

n2

2 for test 1-2

}

}

Table 7.3.2.2.1.4.3.1-2: PDCCH Search Space

Derivation Path: TS 38.508-1 [6], Table 5.4.2.0-7

Information Element

Value/remark

Comment

Condition

SearchSpace ::= SEQUENCE {

nrofCandidates SEQUENCE {

aggregationLevel2

n1

AL2

Test 1-1

aggregationLevel4

n1

AL4

Test 1-2

}

}

7.3.2.2.1.4.3.2 Message exceptions for NSA

Same as 7.3.2.2.1.4.3.1.

7.3.2.2.1.4.4 Test requirement

Table 7.3.2.2.1.4.4-1 defines the primary level settings.

For the parameters specified in Table 7.3.2.2.1.3-1 the average probability of a missed downlink scheduling grant (Pm-dsg) shall be below the specified value in Table 7.3.2.2.1.4.4-1.

Table 7.3.2.2.1.4.4-1: Test requirements with 120 kHz SCS for 1Tx antenna

Test number

Bandwidth

CORESET RB

CORESET duration

Aggregation level

Reference Channel

Propagation Condition

Antenna configuration and correlation Matrix

Reference value

Pm-dsg (%)

SNRBB (dB)

1-1

100 MHz

60

1

2 CCE

R.PDCCH.5-1.1 TDD

TDLA30-75

1×2 Low

1

7.7

1-2

100 MHz

60

1

4 CCE

R.PDCCH.5-1.2 TDD

TDLA30-300

1×2 Low

1

4.3

7.3.2.2.2 2Rx TDD FR2 PDCCH 2 Tx antenna performance for both SA and NSA

7.3.2.2.2.1 Test Purpose

This test verifies the demodulation performance of PDCCH for two-antenna port with a given SNR for which the average probability of miss-detection of the Downlink Scheduling Grant (Pm-dsg), shall be below the specified value in Table 7.3.2.2.2.3-1.

7.3.2.2.2.2 Test Applicability

This test applies to all types of NR UE release 15 and forward.

This test also applies to all types of EUTRA UE release 15 and forward supporting EN-DC.

7.3.2.2.2.3 Minimum conformance requirements

For the parameters specified in Table 7.3.2.2.2.3-1, the average probability of a missed downlink scheduling grant (Pm-dsg) shall be below the specified value in Table 7.3.2.2.2.3-2. The downlink physical setup is in accordance with Annex C.2.2.

Table 7.3.2.2.2.3-1: Test Parameters

Parameter

Unit

1 Tx Antenna

2 Tx Antenna

TDD UL-DL pattern

FR2.120-1

CCE to REG mapping type

Interleaved

REG bundle size

2 for test 1-1

6 for test 1-2

2

Interleaver size

3 for test 1-1

2 for test 1-2

3

Shift index

0

Table 7.3.2.2.2.3-2: Minimum performance requirements with 120 kHz SCS for 2Tx Antenna

Test number

Bandwidth

CORESET RB

CORESET duration

Aggregation level

Reference Channel

Propagation Condition

Antenna configuration and correlation Matrix

Reference value

Pm-dsg (%)

SNRBB (dB)

2-1

100 MHz

60

1

8 CCE

R.PDCCH.5-1.3 TDD

TDLA30-75

2×2 Low

1

1.4

2-2

100 MHz

60

2

16 CCE

R.PDCCH.5-2.1 TDD

TDLA30-75

2×2 Low

1

-1.6

The normative reference for this requirement is TS 38.101-4 [5] clause 7.3.2.2.2.

7.3.2.2.2.4 Test Description

7.3.2.2.2.4.1 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, test channel bandwidths and sub-carrier spacing based on NR operating bands specified in Table 5.2-1 of TS 38.521-2 [8].

Configurations of PDCCH before measurement are specified in Annex C.

Test Environment: Normal, as defined in TS 38.508-1 [6] clause 4.1.

Frequencies to be tested: Mid Range, as defined in TS 38.508-1 [6] clause 5.2.2.

Only sub tests shall be tested which are testable according to Table 7.1.1_1-2.

For EN-DC within FR2 operation, setup the LTE link according to Annex D:

1. Connect the SS, the faders and AWGN noise source to the UE antenna connectors as shown in TS 38.508-1 [6] Annex A, in Figure A.3.3.2 for TE diagram and Figure A.3.4.2 for UE diagram.

2. The parameter settings for the cell are set up according to Table 7.3-1 and Table 7.3.2.2.2.3-1 as appropriate.

3. Downlink signals for NR cell are initially set up according to Annexes C.0, C.1, C.2, C.3.1 and uplink signals according to Annexes G.0, G.1, G.2, G.3.1 of TS 38.521-2 [8].

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

5. Ensure the UE is in state RRC_CONNECTED with generic procedure parameters Connectivity NR for SA with Connected without release On, Test Mode On or EN-DC, DC bearer MCG and SCG, Connected without Release On, Test Mode On for NSA according to TS 38.508-1 [6] clause 4.5. Message content are defined in clause 7.3.2.2.1.4.3.

7.3.2.2.2.4.2 Test procedure

1. Set the UE in a direction found using one of the test procedures defined in Annex H If no direction found, mark the test as inconclusive.

2. SS transmits PDCCH with DCI format as specified in PDCCH Reference Channel for C_RNTI to transmit the DL RMC according to Table 7.3.2.2.2.4.4-1. The details of PDCCH are specified in Table 7.3.2.2.2.3-1 and Table 7.3.2.2.2.3-2. The details of PDSCH are specified in Table A.3.3.2.5-3. The SS sends downlink MAC padding bits on the DL RMC.

3. Set the parameters of the propagation condition, antenna configuration, the correlation matrix and the SNR according to Table 7.3.2.2.2.4.4-1 as appropriate.

4. Measure the Pm-dsg for a duration sufficient to achieve statistical significance according to Annex G clause G.1.5. Count the number of NACKs, ACKs and statDTXs on the UL PUCCH during each subtest interval. Pm-dsg is the ratio (statDTX)/(NACK+ACK+statDTX). If Pm-dsg is less than the value specified in table 7.3.2.2.2.4.4-1, pass the UE. Otherwise fail the UE.

5. Repeat steps from 1 to 4 for each subtest in Table 7.3.2.2.2.4.4-1 as appropriate.

7.3.2.2.2.4.3 Message contents

Message contents are according to TS 38.508-1 [6] subclause 4.6.1 and 5.4.2 with the following exceptions:

7.3.2.2.2.4.3.1 Message exceptions for SA

Table 7.3.2.2.2.4.3.1-1: PDCCH-ControlResourceSet

Derivation Path: TS 38.508-1 [6], Table 5.4.2.0-6

Information Element

Value/remark

Comment

Condition

ControlResourceSet ::= SEQUENCE {

frequencyDomainResources

11111111 11000000 00000000 00000000 00000000 00000

CORESET to use the least significant 60 RBs of the BWP

Duration

2

SearchSpace

Duration of 2

symbols

Test 2-2

cce-REG-MappingType CHOICE {

Interleaved SEQUENCE {

Null

reg-BundleSize

n2

interleaverSize

n3

}

}

}

Table 7.3.2.2.2.4.3.1-2: PDSCH-TimeDomainResourceAllocationList

Derivation Path: TS 38.508-1 [6], Table 5.4.2.0-27

Information Element

Value/remark

Comment

Condition

PDSCH-TimeDomainResourceAllocationList ::= SEQUENCE(SIZE(1..maxNrofDL-Allocations)) OF PDSCH-TimeDomainResourceAllocation {

2 entries

Test 2-2

PDSCH-TimeDomainResourceAllocation[1] SEQUENCE {

entry 1

K0

Not present

mappingType

typeA

startSymbolAndLength

53

Start symbol(S)=2, Length(L)=12

Test 2-2

}

PDSCH-TimeDomainResourceAllocation[2] SEQUENCE {

entry 2

K0

Not present

mappingType

typeA

startSymbolAndLength

100

Start symbol(S)=2, Length(L)=8

Test 2-2

}

}

Table 7.3.2.2.2.4.3.1-3: PDCCH Search Space

Derivation Path: TS 38.508-1 [6], Table 5.4.2.0-7

Information Element

Value/remark

Comment

Condition

SearchSpace ::= SEQUENCE {

nrofCandidates SEQUENCE {

aggregationLevel8

n1

AL8

Test 2-1

aggregationLevel16

n1

AL16

Test 2-2

}

}

7.3.2.2.2.4.3.2 Message exceptions for NSA

Same as 7.3.2.2.2.4.3.1.

7.3.2.2.2.4.4 Test requirement

Table 7.3.2.2.2.4.4-1 defines the primary level settings.

For the parameters specified in Table 7.3.2.2.2.3-1 the average probability of a missed downlink scheduling grant (Pm-dsg) shall be below the specified value in Table 7.3.2.2.2.4.4-1.

Table 7.3.2.2.2.4.4-1: Test requirements with 120 kHz SCS

Test number

Bandwidth

CORESET RB

CORESET duration

Aggregation level

Reference Channel

Propagation Condition

Antenna configuration and correlation Matrix

Reference value

Pm-dsg (%)

SNRBB (dB)

2-1

100 MHz

60

1

8 CCE

R.PDCCH.5-1.3 TDD

TDLA30-75

2×2 Low

1

3.2

2-2

100 MHz

60

2

16 CCE

R.PDCCH.5-2.1 TDD

TDLA30-75

2×2 Low

1

0.2

7.3.2.2.3 2Rx TDD FR2 PDCCH 1 Tx antenna performance for power saving

7.3.2.2.3.1 Test Purpose

This test verifies the demodulation performance of PDCCH under 2 receive antenna conditions and with a given SNR for which the average probability of miss-detection of the Downlink Scheduling Grant (Pm-dsg), shall be below the specified value in Table 7.3.2.2.3.3-2 after receipt wake-up indication in the DCI format 2_6 PDCCH in DRX off state. The downlink physical setup is in accordance with Annex C.2.1.

7.3.2.2.3.2 Test applicability

This test applies to all types of NR UE release 16 and forward supporting Long DRX Cycle and DRX adaptation.

This test also applies to all types of EUTRA UE release 16 and forward supporting EN-DC and Long DRX Cycle and DRX adaptation.

7.3.2.2.3.3 Minimum conformance requirements

During the test the UE shall monitor the DCI format 2_6 PDCCH in DRX off state and decide whether to receive the following PDCCH in DRX on period.

The parameters specified in Table 7.3.2.2.3.3-1 are valid for normal PDCCH in DRX on period and PDCCH in DRX off period.

Table 7.3.2.2.3.3-1: Test Parameters

Parameter

Unit

1 Tx Antenna

TDD UL-DL pattern

FR2.120-1

CCE to REG mapping type

Interleaved

REG bundle size

6

Interleaver size

2

Shift index

0

DRX cycle

ms

10

ps-WakeUp-r16

absent

Wake-up indication bit in DCI format 2_6

1

PDCCH DCI format 2_6 configuration

PS-offset

(TminimumTimeGap+1)//0.125

Number of PDCCH candidates

1

Frequency domain resource allocation for CORESET

Start from RB = 0 with contiguous RB allocation

TCI state

TCI state #1

PDCCH configuration

Slots for PDCCH monitoring

Each slot during DRX-on period

Note: TminimumTimeGap­ is signalled as a part of drx-Adaptation-r16 UE capability.

For the parameters specified in Table 7.3.2.2.3.3-2, the average probability of a missed downlink scheduling grant (Pm-dsg) observed on PDCCH during DRX on shall be below the specified value in Table 7.3.2.2.3.3-2. The downlink physical setup is in accordance with Annex C.5.1.

Table 7.3.2.2.3.3-2: Minimum performance requirements with 120 kHz SCS

Test number

Bandwidth (MHz)

CORESET RB

CORESET duration

Aggregation level

Reference Channel

Propagation Condition

Antenna configuration and correlation Matrix

Reference value

Pm-dsg (%)

SNRBB (dB)

3-1

100

60

1

4

R.PDCCH. 5-1.2 TDD

TDLA30-300

1×2 Low

1

3.0

8

R.PDCCH. 5-1.4 TDD

The normative reference for this requirement is TS 38.101-4 [5] clause 7.3.2.2.3.

7.3.2.2.3.4 Test description

7.3.2.2.3.4.1 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, test channel bandwidths and sub-carrier spacing based on NR operating bands specified in Table 5.3.5-1 and Table 5.3.6-1 of 38.521-1 [7].

Configurations of DRX, DCP, PDCCH before measurement are specified in 7.3.2.2.3.4.3.1 and Annex C.

Test Environment: Normal, as defined in TS 38.508-1 [6] clause 4.1.

Frequencies to be tested: Mid Range, as defined in TS 38.508-1 [6] clause 5.2.2.

For EN-DC within FR1 operation, setup the LTE link according to Annex D:

1. Connect the SS, the faders and AWGN noise source to the UE antenna connectors as shown in TS 38.508-1 [6] Annex A, in Figure A.3.3.2 for TE diagram and Figure A.3.4.2 for UE diagram.

2. The parameter settings for the cell are set up according to Table 7.3-1 and Table 7.3.2.2.3.3-1as appropriate.

3. Downlink signals for NR cell are initially set up according to Annexes C.0, C.1, C.2 and uplink signals according to Annexes G.0, G.1, G.2, G.3.1 of TS 38.521-2 [8].

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

5. Ensure the UE is in state RRC_CONNECTED with generic procedure parameters Connectivity NR for SA with Connected without release On, Test Mode On or EN-DC, DC bearer MCG and SCG, Connected without Release On, Test Mode On for NSA according to TS 38.508-1 [6] clause 4.5. Message content are defined in clause 7.3.2.2.3.4.3.

7.3.2.2.3.4.2 Test procedure

1. SS transmits PDCCH with DCI format2_6 as specified in PDCCH Reference Channel for C_RNTI within DRX off state. The Wake-up indication bit in PDCCH is set to 1.

2. Set the UE in a direction found using one of the test procedures defined in Annex H. If no direction found, mark the test as inconclusive.

3. SS transmits PDCCH with DCI format1_1 as specified in PDCCH Reference Channel R.PDCCH. 5-1.2 TDD for C_RNTI to transmit the DL RMC according to Table 7.3.2.2.3.4.4-1. The details of PDCCH are specified in Table 7.3.2.2.3.3-1 and Table 7.3.2.2.3.3-2. The details of PDSCH are specified in Table A.3.3.2.5-3. The SS sends downlink MAC padding bits on the DL RMC.

4. Set the parameters of the propagation condition, antenna configuration, the correlation matrix and the SNR according to Table 7.3.2.2.3.4.4-1 as appropriate.

5. Measure the Pm-dsg for a duration sufficient to achieve statistical significance according to Annex G clause G.1.5. Count the number of NACKs, ACKs and statDTXs on the UL PUCCH during each subtest interval. Pm-dsg is the ratio (statDTX)/(NACK+ACK+statDTX). If Pm-dsg is less than the value specified in table 7.3.2.2.3.4.4-1, pass the UE. Otherwise fail the UE.

6. Repeat steps from 2 to 5 for each subtest in Table 7.3.2.2.3.4.4-1 as appropriate.

7.3.2.2.3.4.3 Message contents

Message contents are according to TS 38.508-1 [6] clause 4.6.1.

7.3.2.2.3.4.3.1 Message exceptions for SA

Table 7.3.2.2.3.4.3.1-1: DRX-Config

Derivation Path: TS 38.508-1 [4],Table 4.6.3-56

Information Element

Value/remark

Comment

Condition

DRX-Config ::= SEQUENCE {

drx-onDurationTimer CHOICE {

milliSeconds

ms1

}

drx-InactivityTimer

ms1

drx-HARQ-RTT-TimerDL

0

drx-HARQ-RTT-TimerUL

0

drx-RetransmissionTimerDL

sl1

drx-RetransmissionTimerUL

sl1

drx-LongCycleStartOffset CHOICE {

ms10

0

}

}

Table 7.3.2.2.3.4.3.1-2: DCP-Config

Derivation Path: TS 38.508-1 [6], Table 4.6.3-106

Information Element

Value/remark

Comment

Condition

dcp-Config-r16 CHOICE {

setup SEQUENCE {

ps-Offset-r16

40

sizeDCI-2-6-r16

2

ps-PositionDCI-2-6-r16

0

}

}

Table 7.3.2.2.3.4.3.1-3: PDCCH-Config

Derivation Path: TS 38.508-1 [6],Table 4.6.3-95

Information Element

Value/remark

Comment

Condition

PDCCH-Config::= SEQUENCE {

controlResourceSetToAddModList SEQUENCE(SEQUENCE(SIZE (1..3)) OF ControlResourceSet ::= SEQUENCE {

2 entry

ControlResourceSet[1]

ControlResourceSet1

ControlResourceSet[2]

ControlResourceSet2

}

searchSpacesToAddModList

SEQUENCE(SIZE (1..10)) OF SearchSpace ::= SEQUENCE {

1 entry

SearchSpace[1]

SearchSpace

}

searchSpacesToAddModListExt-r16 SEQUENCE(SIZE (1..10)) OF SearchSpace {

1 entry

searchSpaceExt-r16[1]

SearchSpaceExt

}

}

Table 7.3.2.2.3.4.3.1-4: PDCCH-ControlResourceSet1

Derivation Path: TS 38.508-1 [6], Table 5.4.2.0-6

Information Element

Value/remark

Comment

Condition

ControlResourceSet ::= SEQUENCE {

frequencyDomainResources

11111111 11000000 00000000 00000000 00000000 00000

CORESET to use the least significant 60 RBs of the BWP

cce-REG-MappingType CHOICE {

Interleaved SEQUENCE {

Null

reg-BundleSize

n6

2

interleaverSize

n2

3

}

}

}

Table 7.3.2.2.3.4.3.1-5: PDCCH-ControlResourceSet2

Derivation Path: TS 38.508-1 [6], Table 5.4.2.0-6

Information Element

Value/remark

Comment

Condition

ControlResourceSet ::= SEQUENCE {

controlResourceSetId

2

frequencyDomainResources

11111111 11000000 00000000 00000000 00000000 00000

CORESET to use the least significant 60 RBs of the BWP

Duration

1

SearchSpace duration of 1 symbol

cce-REG-MappingType CHOICE {

Interleaved SEQUENCE {

reg-BundleSize

n6

interleaverSize

n2

}

}

tci-StatesPDCCH-ToAddList {

1

TCI State #1

}

}

Table 7.3.2.2.3.4.3.1-6: PDCCH Search Space

Derivation Path: TS 38.508-1 [6], Table 5.4.2.0-7

Information Element

Value/remark

Comment

Condition

SearchSpace ::= SEQUENCE {

nrofCandidates SEQUENCE {

aggregationLevel4

n1

AL4

}

}

Table 7.3.2.2.3.4.3.1-7: PDCCH Search Space Ext

Derivation Path: TS 38.508-1 [6], Table 5.4.2.0-7a

Information Element

Value/remark

Comment

Condition

SearchSpaceExt-r16 ::= SEQUENCE {

controlResourceSetId-r16

2

searchSpaceType-r16 SEQUENCE {

common SEQUENCE {

dci-Format2-6-r16 SEQUENCE {

NULL

}

}

}

}

7.3.2.2.3.4.3.2 Message exceptions for NSA

Same as 7.3.2.2.3.4.3.1.

7.3.2.2.3.4.4 Test requirement

Table 7.3.2.2.3.4.4-1 defines the primary level settings.

For the parameters specified in Table 5.3-1 the average probability of a missed downlink scheduling grant (Pm-dsg) shall be below the specified value in Table 7.3.2.2.3.4.4-1.

Table 7.3.2.2.3.4.4-1: Minimum performance with 120 kHz SCS

Test number

Bandwidth (MHz)

CORESET RB

CORESET duration

Aggregation level

Reference Channel

Propagation Condition

Antenna configuration and correlation Matrix

Reference value

Pm-dsg (%)

SNRBB (dB)

3-1

100

60

1

4

R.PDCCH. 5-1.2 TDD

TDLA30-300

1×2 Low

1

4.7

8

R.PDCCH. 5-1.4 TDD

7.4 PBCH demodulation requirements

TS 38.101-4 shall specify the PBCH performance requirements and has recommended that these requirements do not need to be tested.

7.5 Sustained downlink data rate provided by lower layers

7.5.1 FR2 Sustained downlink data rate performance for single carrier

7.5.1.1 Test Purpose

The purpose of the test is to verify that the Layer 1 and Layer 2 correctly process in a sustained manner the received packets corresponding to the maximum data rate indicated by UE capabilities. The sustained downlink data rate shall be verified in terms of the success rate of delivered PDCP SDU(s) by Layer 2. The test case below specifies the RF conditions and the required success rate of delivered TB by Layer 1 to meet the sustained data rate requirement.

7.5.1.2 Test Applicability

This test applies to all types of NR UE release 15 and forward.

7.5.1.3 Minimum conformance requirements

The requirements in this clause are applicable to the FR2 single carrier case.

The requirements and procedure defined below apply using operating band instead of CA configuration, and bandwidth instead of bandwidth combination.

The test parameters are determined by the following procedure:

– Step 1: Calculate the date rate for all supported CA configurations and set of per component carrier (CC) UE capabilities among all supported UE capabilities:

– Use Table 7.5.1.3-3 to determine the MCS (=MCS1) achieving the largest data rate [clause 4.1.2 of TS 38.306 [14]] based on UE capabilities.

– Use Table 7.5.1.3-4 to determine the largest MCS (=MCS2) requiring SNR below test equipment maximum achievable SNR for that CA configuration.

– Compute the data rate for CA configuration using the MCS = min(MCS1,MCS2) and the following equation for each CC in CA bandwidth combination.

where

J is the number of aggregated component carriers in CA bandwidth combination

TBSj is the total number of DL-SCH transport block bits calculated based on methodology in Clause 5.1.3.2 of TS 38.214 [12] and using parameters from Table 7.5.1.3-1

µj is provided in Clause 4.2 of TS 38.211 for different subcarrier spacing values

– Step 2: Choose the CA bandwidth combination among all supported CA configurations that achieves maximum data rate in step 1 among all UE capabilities.

– Set of per CC UE capabilities includes channel bandwidth, subcarrier spacing, number of PDSCH MIMO layers, modulation format and scaling factor in accordance with clause 4.1.2 of TS 38.306 [14].

– When there are multiple sets of CA bandwidth combinations and UE capabilities (channel bandwidth, subcarrier spacing, number of MIMO layer, modulation format, scaling factor) with same data rate, select one among sets with the smallest aggregated channel bandwidth.

– Step 3: For each CC in chosen CA bandwidth combination, use determined MCS for each CC in step 1 for that CA configuration based on test parameters and indicated UE capabilities.

The TB success rate shall be higher than 85% when PDSCH is scheduled with MCS defined for the selected CA bandwidth combination and with the downlink physical channel setup according to Annex C.3.1.

The TB success rate is defined as 100%*NDL_correct_rx / (NDL_newtx + NDL_retx), where NDL_newtx is the number of newly transmitted DL transport blocks, NDL_retx is the number of retransmitted DL transport blocks, and NDL_correct_rx is the number of correctly received DL transport blocks.

The test parameters are specified in Table 7.5.1.3-1.

Unless otherwise stated, no user data is scheduled on slot #0, 40 and 41 within 20 ms for SCS 60 kHz.

Unless otherwise stated, no user data is scheduled on slot #0, 80 and 81 within 20 ms for SCS 120 kHz.

Table 7.5.1.3-1: Test parameters for FR2 TDD

Parameter

Unit

Value

PDSCH transmission scheme

Transmission scheme 1

PTRS epre-Ratio

0

Channel bandwidth

MHz

Channel bandwidth from selected CA bandwidth combination

Common serving cell parameters

Physical Cell ID

0

SSB position in burst

First SSB in Slot #0

SSB periodicity

ms

20

First DMRS position for Type A PDSCH mapping

2

Cross carrier scheduling

Not configured

Active DL BWP index

1

Actual carrier configuration

Offset between Point A and the lowest usable subcarrier on this carrier (Note 3)

RBs

0

Subcarrier spacing

kHz

60 or 120

DL BWP configuration #1

RB Offset

0

Number of contiguous PRB

Maximum transmission bandwidth configuration as specified in clause 5.3.2 of TS 38.101-2 [7] for tested channel bandwidth and subcarrier spacing

Subcarrier spacing

kHz

60 or 120

Cyclic prefix

Normal

PDCCH configuration

Slots for PDCCH monitoring

Each slot

Symbols with PDCCH

Symbols #0

Number of PRBs in CORESET

Table 7.5A.1-2

Number of PDCCH candidates and aggregation levels

1/8

CCE-to-REG mapping type

Non-interleaved

DCI format

1-1

TCI State

TCI state #1

PDCCH &PDCCH DMRS Precoding configuration

Single Panel Type I, Random per slot with equal probability of precoder index 0 and 2, and with REG bundling granularity for number of Tx larger than 1

PDSCH configuration

Mapping type

Type A

k0

0

PDSCH aggregation factor

1

PRB bundling type

Static

PRB bundling size

wideband

Resource allocation type

Type 0

RBG size

Config2

VRB-to-PRB mapping type

Non-interleaved

VRB-to-PRB mapping interleaver bundle size

N/A

Starting symbol (S)

1

Length (L)

13

PDSCH DMRS configuration

DMRS Type

Type 1

Number of additional DMRS

1

Length

1

Antenna ports indexes

{1000} for 1 Layer CCs
{1000, 1001} for 2 Layers CCs

Number of PDSCH DMRS CDM group(s) without data

1

PTRS configuration

Frequency density (KPT-RS)

2

Time density (LPT-RS)

1

CSI-RS for tracking

Subcarrier indexes in the PRB used for CSI-RS

k0 = 3 for CSI-RS resource 1,2,3,4

OFDM symbols in the PRB used for CSI-RS

l0 = 6 for CSI-RS resource 1 and 3

l0 = 10 for CSI-RS resource 2 and 4

Number of CSI-RS ports (X)

1 for CSI-RS resource 1,2,3,4

CDM Type

‘No CDM’ for CSI-RS resource 1,2,3,4

Density (ρ)

3 for CSI-RS resource 1,2,3,4

CSI-RS periodicity

Slots

60 kHz SCS: 80 for CSI-RS resource 1,2,3,4

120 kHz SCS: 160 for CSI-RS resource 1,2,3,4

CSI-RS offset

Slots

60 kHz SCS:

40 for CSI-RS resource 1 and 2

41 for CSI-RS resource 3 and 4

120 kHz SCS:

80 for CSI-RS resource 1 and 2

81 for CSI-RS resource 3 and 4

Frequency Occupation

Start PRB 0

Number of PRB = ceil(BWP size/4)*4

QCL info

TCI state #0

NZP CSI-RS for CSI acquisition

Subcarrier indexes in the PRB used for CSI-RS

k0 = 4

OFDM symbols in the PRB used for CSI-RS

l0 = 13

Number of CSI-RS ports (X)

Same as number of transmit antenna

CDM Type

‘FD-CDM2’

Density (ρ)

1

CSI-RS periodicity

Slots

60 kHz SCS: 80

120 kHz SCS: 160

CSI-RS offset

0

Frequency Occupation

Start PRB 0

Number of PRB = ceil(BWP size/4)*4

QCL info

TCI state #1

ZP CSI-RS for CSI acquisition

Subcarrier indexes in the PRB used for CSI-RS

k0 = 0

OFDM symbols in the PRB used for CSI-RS

l0 = 12

Number of CSI-RS ports (X)

4

CDM Type

‘FD-CDM2’

Density (ρ)

1

CSI-RS periodicity

Slots

60 kHz SCS: 80

120 kHz SCS: 160

CSI-RS offset

0

Frequency Occupation

Start PRB 0

Number of PRB = ceil(BWP size/4)*4

CSI-RS for beam refinement

First subcarrier index in the PRB used for CSI-RS

k0=0 for CSI-RS resource 1,2

First OFDM symbol in the PRB used for CSI-RS

l0 = 8 for CSI-RS resource 1

l0 = 9 for CSI-RS resource 2

Number of CSI-RS ports (X)

1 for CSI-RS resource 1,2

CDM Type

‘No CDM’ for CSI-RS resource 1,2

Density (ρ)

3 for CSI-RS resource 1,2

CSI-RS periodicity

Slots

60 kHz SCS: 80 for CSI-RS resource 1,2

120 kHz SCS: 160 for CSI-RS resource 1,2

CSI-RS offset

Slots

0 for CSI-RS resource 1,2

Frequency Occupation

Start PRB 0

Number of PRB = ceil(BWP size/4)*4

Repetition

ON

QCL info

TCI state #1

TCI state #0

Type 1 QCL information

SSB index

SSB #0

QCL Type

Type C

Type 2 QCL information

SSB index

SSB #0

QCL Type

Type D

TCI state #1

Type 1 QCL information

CSI-RS resource

CSI-RS resource 1 from ‘CSI-RS for tracking’ configuration

QCL Type

Type A

Type 2 QCL information

CSI-RS resource

CSI-RS resource 1 from ‘CSI-RS for tracking’ configuration

QCL Type

Type D

Maximum number of code block groups for ACK/NACK feedback

1

Number of HARQ Processes

10 for FR2.60-1 and 8 for FR2.120-1

K1 value

Specific to each UL-DL pattern

Maximum number of HARQ transmission

4

HARQ ACK/NACK bundling

Multiplexed

Redundancy version coding sequence

{0,2,3,1}

TDD UL-DL pattern

60 kHz SCS: FR2.60-1

120 kHz SCS: FR2.120-1

PDSCH & PDSCH DMRS Precoding configuration

Single Panel Type I, Precoder index 0 per slot with Wideband granularity for Rank 2

Symbols for all unused REs

OP.1 FDD as defined in Annex A.5.1.1

OP.1 TDD as defined in Annex A.5.2.1

Propagation condition

Static propagation condition

No external noise sources are applied

Antenna configuration

1 layer CCs

1×2 or 1×4

2 layers CCs

2×2 or 2×4

Physical signals, channels mapping and precoding

As specified in Annex B.4.1

Note 1: PDSCH is scheduled only on full DL slots not containing SSB or TRS.

Note 2: UE assumes that the TCI state for the PDSCH is identical to the TCI state applied for the PDCCH transmission.

Note 3: Point A coincides with minimum guard band as specified in Table 5.3.3-1 from TS 38.101-2 [7] for tested channel bandwidth and subcarrier spacing.

Table 7.5.1.3-2: Number of PRBs in CORESET

SCS (kHz)

50 MHz

100 MHz

200 MHz

400 MHz

60

66

132

264

N.A

120

30

66

132

264

Table 7.5.1.3-3: MCS indexes for indicated UE capabilities

Maximum number of PDSCH MIMO layers

Maximum modulation format (Note 1)

Scaling factor

MCS (Note 2)

1

6

1

27

1

6

0.8

23

1

6

0.75

22

1

6

0.4

14

1

4

1

16

1

4

0.8

16

1

4

0.75

16

1

4

0.4

10

1

2

1

9

1

2

0.8

9

1

2

0.75

9

1

2

0.4

4

2

6

1

27

2

6

0.8

23

2

6

0.75

22

2

6

0.4

14

2

4

1

16

2

4

0.8

16

2

4

0.75

16

2

4

0.4

10

2

2

1

9

2

2

0.8

9

2

2

0.75

9

2

2

0.4

4

Note 1: For the band(s) on which UE supporting “Maximum modulation format” of 8, the MCS index is derived from the rows with “Maximum modulation format” of 6.

Note 2: MCS Index is based on MCS index Table 1 defined in clause 5.1.3.1 of TS 38.214 [12].

Table 7.5.1.3-4: SNR required to achieve 85% of peak throughput under AWGN conditions

MCS Index (Note 1)

SNRBB(dB) for maximum number of PDSCH MIMO Layers = 1

SNRBB(dB) for maximum number of PDSCH MIMO Layers = 2

13

6.2

9.0

14

7.2

9.9

15

8.2

10.9

16

8.7

11.6

17

10.1

13.2

18

10.7

13.7

19

11.7

14.7

20

12.7

15.6

21

13.6

16.5

22

14.8

17.6

23

15.6

18.6

24

16.9

19.7

25

18.3

21.2

26

19.3

22.3

27

20.5

23.3

Note 1: MCS Index is based on MCS index Table 1 defined in clause 5.1.3.1 of TS 38.214 [12].

The normative reference for this requirement is TS 38.101-4 [5], clause 7.5.1.

7.5.1.4 Test description

7.5.1.4.1 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, test channel bandwidths and sub-carrier spacing based on NR operating bands specified in Table 5.3.5-1 of TS 38.521-1.

Configurations of PDSCH and PDCCH before measurement are specified in Annex C.

Test Environment: Normal, as defined in TS 38.508-1 [6] clause 4.1.

Frequencies to be tested: Mid Range, as defined in TS 38.508-1 [6] clause 4.3.1.1.

1. Connect the SS to the UE antenna connectors as shown in TS 38.508-1 [6] Annex A, in Figure A.3.1.7.1 for TE diagram (without fader and AWGN) and clause A.3.2.2 for UE diagram.

2. The parameter settings for the NR cell are initially set up according to Table 7.5.1.3-1 as appropriate.

3. Downlink signals for the NR cell are initially set up according to Annexes C.0, C.1, C.2, C.3.1, and uplink signals according to Annexes G.0, G.1, G.2, G.3.1 of TS 38.521-1 [7].

4. Propagation conditions for the NR cell are set according to Annex B.1.

5. Ensure the UE is in state RRC_CONNECTED with generic procedure parameters Connectivity NR with Connected without release On, Test Loop Function On with UE Test Loop Mode A with UL_PDCP_SDU_SIZE = 0 according to TS 38.508-1 [6] clause 4.5.4. Message content are defined in clause 7.5.1.4.3.

6. SS shall transmit UECapabilityEnquiry message.

7. The UE shall transmit UECapabilityInformation message.

8. Using the UE capabilities advertised in the UE-CapabilityRAT-Container of the type UE-NR-Capability, and the procedure outlined in 7.5.1.3 determine one set of parameters that would provide the largest data rate.

9. Setup up the NR cell using these parameters for the test.

10. Configure the TBsize, DL RMC, UL RMC, PDCP size from Annex A.3.2_1 and Annex A.2.2 for UL as appropriate.

7.5.1.4.2 Test procedure

1. SS configures T-reordering timer to be infinity.

2. SS sends a PDCP reestablishment via RRC Reconfiguration message requesting for PDCP Status Report.

3. SS sets the counters NDL_newtx NDL_retx to 0.

4. For each new DL HARQ transmission the SS generates sufficient PDCP SDUs (max PDCP SDU size and minimum number of consecutive PDCP SDUs) to fill up the TB in accordance with Annex A.3.2_1. The SS ciphers the PDCP SDUs, concatenates the resultant PDCP PDUs to form an RLC PDU and then a MAC PDU. The SS transmits the MAC PDU. The SS increments then NDL_newtx by one

5. If PHY requests a DL HARQ retransmission, the SS performs a HARQ retransmission and increments NDL_retx by one.

6. Steps 5 to 6 are repeated at every TTI for at least 300 frames and the SS waits for 300ms to let any HARQ retransmissions and RLC retransmissions to finish.

7. SS sends a PDCP reestablishment via RRC Reconfiguration message requesting for PDCP Status Report.

8. The SS calculates the TB success rate as A = 100%* NDL_correct_rx / (NDL_newtx + NDL_retx).

10. SS computes the PDCP SDU loss by looking into the FMC and Bitmap field in the PDCP Status Report. PDCP SDU loss B = COUNT reported in the Bitmap field of PDCP Stata Report.

11. The UE passes the test if A ≥ 85% TB success rates and B = 0.

Note 1: In case of RLC PDU retransmission, the number of new required PDCP SDUs is as many as to fill the rest of TB.

7.5.1.4.3 Message contents

Message contents are according to TS 38.508-1 [6] clause 5.4.2 with the following exceptions

Table 7.5.1.4.3-0: CLOSE UE TEST LOOP (in the preamble)

Derivation Path: 38.509 clause 6.3.1

Information Element

Value/remark

Comment

Condition

Protocol discriminator

1 1 1 1

Skip indicator

0 0 0 0

Message type

1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

UE test loop mode

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

UE test loop mode A

UE test loop mode A LB setup

Length of UE test loop mode A LB setup list in bytes

0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1

Length of one LB setup DRB (3 bytes)

LB setup DRB

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0,

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0,

0 0 Q5 Q4 Q3 Q2 Q1 Q0

UL PDCP SDU size = 0

Q5 = 1 (for NR Data Radio Bearers)

Q4..Q0 = Data Radio Bearer identity number -1 for the radio bearer. See 38.509 clause 6.3.1

UE test loop mode B LB setup

Not present

Table 7.5.1.4.3-1: RadioBearerConfig

Derivation Path: TS 38.508-1 [6], clause 4.6.3-132

Information Element

Value/remark

Comment

Condition

RadioBearerConfig ::= SEQUENCE {

drb-ToAddModList SEQUENCE (SIZE (1..maxDRB)) OF SEQUENCE {

1 entry

DRB1

cnAssociation CHOICE {

sdap-Config

SDAP-Config

}

drb-Identity

DRB-Identity using condition DRB1

reestablishPDCP

true

DRB1 AND Re-establish_PDCP

pdcp-Config

PDCP-Config

}

Table 7.5.1.4.3-2: PDCP-Config

Derivation Path: TS 38.508-1 [6], Table 4.6.3-99

Information Element

Value/remark

Comment

Condition

PDCP-Config ::= SEQUENCE {

drb SEQUENCE {

discardTimer

infinity

pdcp-SN-Size-UL

len18bits

pdcp-SN-Size-DL

len18bits

headerCompression CHOICE {

notUsed

Null

}

integrityProtection

Not present

statusReportRequired

true

outOfOrderDelivery

Not present

}

t-Reordering

Not present

}

7.5.1.5 Test requirement

The TB success rate of greater than 85% with no PDCP SDU loss shall be sustained during at least 300 frames.

7.5A.1 FR2 Sustained downlink data rate performance for carrier aggregation

7.5A.1.1 FR2 SDR performance for CA

7.5A.1.1 Test Purpose

The purpose of the test is to verify that the Layer 1 and Layer 2 correctly process in a sustained manner the received packets corresponding to the maximum data rate indicated by UE capabilities. The sustained downlink data rate shall be verified in terms of the success rate of delivered PDCP SDU(s) by Layer 2. The test case below specifies the RF conditions and the required success rate of delivered TB by Layer 1 to meet the sustained data rate requirement.

7.5A.1.2 Test Applicability

This test applies to all types of NR UE release 15 and forward supporting 2DLCA.

7.5A.1.3 Minimum conformance requirements

Same as 7.5.1.3

7.5A.1.4 Test description

7.5A.1.4.1 Initial conditions

1. Connect the SS to the UE antenna connectors as shown in TS 38.508-1 [6] Annex A, in Figure A.3.1.7.1 for TE diagram (without fader and AWGN) and clause A.3.2.2 for UE diagram.

2. The parameter settings for the NR cell are initially set up according to Table 7.5.1.3-1 as appropriate.

3. Downlink signals for the NR cell are initially set up according to Annexes C.0, C.1, C.2, C.3.1, and uplink signals according to Annexes G.0, G.1, G.2, G.3.1 of TS 38.521-1 [7].

4. Propagation conditions for the NR cell are set according to Annex B.1.

5. Ensure the UE is in state RRC_CONNECTED with generic procedure parameters Connectivity NR with Connected without release On, Test Loop Function On with UE Test Loop Mode A with UL_PDCP_SDU_SIZE = 0 according to TS 38.508-1 [6] clause 4.5.4. Message content are defined in clause 7.5.1.4.3.

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

7. The SS shall configure SCC as per TS 38.508-1 [6] clause 5.5.1.

8. SS activates SCC by sending the activation MAC-CE (Refer TS 38.321 [18], clauses 5.9, 6.1.3.10). Wait for at least 1 second (Refer TS 38.133[19], clause9.3).

9. SS shall transmit UECapabilityEnquiry message.

10. The UE shall transmit UECapabilityInformation message.

11. Using the UE capabilities advertised in the UE-CapabilityRAT-Container of the type UE-NR-Capability, and the procedure outlined in 7.5.1.3 determine one set of parameters that would provide the largest data rate.

12. Setup up the NR cells using these parameters for the test.

13. Configure the TBsize, DL RMC, UL RMC, PDCP size from Annex A.3.2_1 and Annex A.2.2 for UL as appropriate.

7.5A.1.4.2 Test procedure

1. SS configures T-reordering timer to be infinity.

2. SS sends a PDCP reestablishment via RRC Reconfiguration message requesting for PDCP Status Report.

3. SS sets the counters NDL_newtx NDL_retx to 0.

4. For each new DL HARQ transmission the SS generates sufficient PDCP SDUs (max PDCP SDU size and minimum number of consecutive PDCP SDUs) to fill up the TB on both PCC and SCC in accordance with Annex A.3.2_1. The SS ciphers the PDCP SDUs, concatenates the resultant PDCP PDUs to form an RLC PDU and then a MAC PDU. The SS transmits the MAC PDU. The SS increments then NDL_newtx by one

5. If PHY requests a DL HARQ retransmission, the SS performs a HARQ retransmission and increments NDL_retx by one.

6. Steps 5 to 6 are repeated at every TTI for at least 300 frames and the SS waits for 300ms to let any HARQ retransmissions and RLC retransmissions to finish.

7. SS sends a PDCP reestablishment via RRC Reconfiguration message requesting for PDCP Status Report.

8. The SS calculates the TB success rate as A = 100%* NDL_correct_rx / (NDL_newtx + NDL_retx).

10. SS computes the PDCP SDU loss by looking into the FMC and Bitmap field in the PDCP Status Report. PDCP SDU loss B = COUNT reported in the Bitmap field of PDCP Stata Report.

11. The UE passes the test if A ≥ 85% TB success rates and B = 0.

Note 1: In case of RLC PDU retransmission, the number of new required PDCP SDUs is as many as to fill the rest of TB.

7.5A.1.4.3 Message contents

Message contents are according to TS 38.508-1 [6] clause 5.4.2 with the following exceptions

Table 7.5A.1.4.3-0: CLOSE UE TEST LOOP (in the preamble)

Derivation Path: 38.509 clause 6.3.1

Information Element

Value/remark

Comment

Condition

Protocol discriminator

1 1 1 1

Skip indicator

0 0 0 0

Message type

1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

UE test loop mode

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

UE test loop mode A

UE test loop mode A LB setup

Length of UE test loop mode A LB setup list in bytes

0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1

Length of one LB setup DRB (3 bytes)

LB setup DRB

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0,

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0,

0 0 Q5 Q4 Q3 Q2 Q1 Q0

UL PDCP SDU size = 0

Q5 = 1 (for NR Data Radio Bearers)

Q4..Q0 = Data Radio Bearer identity number -1 for the radio bearer. See 38.509 clause 6.3.1

UE test loop mode B LB setup

Not present

Table 7.5A.1.4.3-1: RadioBearerConfig

Derivation Path: TS 38.508-1 [6], clause 4.6.3-132

Information Element

Value/remark

Comment

Condition

RadioBearerConfig ::= SEQUENCE {

drb-ToAddModList SEQUENCE (SIZE (1..maxDRB)) OF SEQUENCE {

1 entry

DRB1

cnAssociation CHOICE {

sdap-Config

SDAP-Config

}

drb-Identity

DRB-Identity using condition DRB1

reestablishPDCP

true

DRB1 AND Re-establish_PDCP

pdcp-Config

PDCP-Config

}

Table 7.5A.1.4.3-2: PDCP-Config

Derivation Path: TS 38.508-1 [6], Table 4.6.3-99

Information Element

Value/remark

Comment

Condition

PDCP-Config ::= SEQUENCE {

drb SEQUENCE {

discardTimer

infinity

pdcp-SN-Size-UL

len18bits

pdcp-SN-Size-DL

len18bits

headerCompression CHOICE {

notUsed

Null

}

integrityProtection

Not present

statusReportRequired

true

outOfOrderDelivery

Not present

}

t-Reordering

Not present

}

7.5A.1.5 Test requirement

The TB success rate of greater than 85% with no PDCP SDU loss shall be sustained during at least 300 frames on each CC.