Optus, a leading mobile network operator in Australia, has selected Rohde & Schwarz to replace the existing 4G systems and to provide multiple 5G mobile benchmarking systems.
These will measure end-to-end performance of mobile networks, in voice, video and data modes as well as for signal coverage. These measurements will enable continuous improvement by Optus to the quality of experience seen by their subscribers.

Rohde & Schwarz will deliver:

R&S Freerider 4 backpack test systems that contain up to 12 smartphones and 4 scanners, which provide simultaneous benchmarking of multiple networks.

QualiPoc Android, a smartphone-based network optimizer, which provides service quality tests for voice, data, video streaming and Apps such as Facebook.

R&S TSMA6 autonomous mobile network scanner with an integrated high-performance PC, which measures the RF network coverage.

Smart Analytics software, which delivers deep insights into the network performance. It uses machine-learning methodology to predict requirements for network configuration and support.

Rohde & Schwarz Australia Managing Director Gareth Evans said: “Rohde & Schwarz is once again at the forefront of technology innovation with this Optus contract, which reflects our global RF expertise and the recognized quality of our 5G mobile network testing solutions.