TS 38.176-1 – IAB Conformance Testing
3GPP TS 38.176-1 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for IAB Conformance Testing. Its official 3GPP title is “Integrated access and backhaul (IAB) conformance testing”. It is published in 4 releases (Rel-16 to Rel-19); the latest version is 19.1.0 in Rel-19.
Defines RF conformance testing for NR Integrated Access and Backhaul (IAB) nodes, including types 1-H, 1-O, and 2-O.
Releases and versions of TS 38.176-1
| Release | Latest version | Links |
|---|---|---|
| Rel-19 | 19.1.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-18 | 18.8.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-17 | 17.12.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-16 | 16.11.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
Scope of TS 38.176-1
Category: Testing (RF Conformance Testing). Technology generation: 5G. Network layer: RAN.
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 38.171 5G A-GNSS UE Positioning Requirements
- TS 38.174 NR Integrated Access and Backhaul Requirements
- TS 38.175 EMC for NR IAB Nodes
- TS 38.176 IAB Conformance Testing
- TS 38.176-2 NR IAB Radiated Conformance Testing
- TS 38.181 NR Satellite Access Node RF Conformance Testing
- TS 38.191 Ambient IoT RF Requirements
- TS 38.194 Ambient IoT RF Requirements
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Frequently asked questions
What is 3GPP TS 38.176-1?
3GPP TS 38.176-1 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for IAB Conformance Testing. Defines RF conformance testing for NR Integrated Access and Backhaul (IAB) nodes, including types 1-H, 1-O, and 2-O.
Which 3GPP releases include TS 38.176-1?
TS 38.176-1 is published in 4 releases, from Rel-16 to Rel-19. The latest version on 3GPP Explorer is 19.1.0 (Rel-19).
What category does TS 38.176-1 belong to?
TS 38.176-1 belongs to the Testing (RF Conformance Testing) category of 3GPP specifications. It applies to 5G networks.
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