TS 38.141-1 – NR BS RF Conformance Testing
3GPP TS 38.141-1 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for NR BS RF Conformance Testing. Its official 3GPP title is “Base Station (BS) conformance testing”. It is published in 6 releases (Rel-15 to Rel-20); the latest version is 20.1.0 in Rel-20.
Defines conducted RF test methods and conformance requirements for NR and NB-IoT operation in FR1 base stations.
Releases and versions of TS 38.141-1
| Release | Latest version | Links |
|---|---|---|
| Rel-20 | 20.1.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-19 | 19.6.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-18 | 18.15.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-17 | 17.20.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-16 | 16.22.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-15 | 15.16.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
Scope of TS 38.141-1
Category: Testing (RF Conformance). Technology generation: 5G. Network layer: Testing.
Who should read this specification?
- Network operators
- Device manufacturers
- Regulators and standards bodies
- Researchers and academics
Implementation notes
Complexity level: Advanced. Implementation difficulty: High.
Key technologies
Other specifications in the 38 series
- TS 38.115-2 NR Repeater Radiated Conformance Testing (Part 2)
- TS 38.124 NR UE EMC Requirements
- TS 38.133 NR Radio Resource Management Requirements
- TS 38.141 BS Conformance Testing
- TS 38.141-2 NR BS Radiated Conformance Testing
- TS 38.151 MIMO OTA Performance Requirements for NR UEs
- TS 38.161 UE TRP and TRS Requirements
- TS 38.171 5G A-GNSS UE Positioning Requirements
Frequently asked questions
What is 3GPP TS 38.141-1?
3GPP TS 38.141-1 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for NR BS RF Conformance Testing. Defines conducted RF test methods and conformance requirements for NR and NB-IoT operation in FR1 base stations.
Which 3GPP releases include TS 38.141-1?
TS 38.141-1 is published in 6 releases, from Rel-15 to Rel-20. The latest version on 3GPP Explorer is 20.1.0 (Rel-20).
What category does TS 38.141-1 belong to?
TS 38.141-1 belongs to the Testing (RF Conformance) category of 3GPP specifications. It applies to 5G networks.
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