Data throughput measurement method based on 5G repeater

Abstract

The invention provides a 5G repeater-based data throughput measurement method, which comprises the following steps of: selecting a repeater, configuring a resource block and allocating a time slot, and completing test resource configuration; corresponding data service software used for testing throughput is installed on terminal UE of the repeater, and a 5G instrument is configured according to the data service software; the data service software is connected with the 5G instrument, and corresponding data services between the data service software and the 5G instrument are broken through; testing the network performance of the 5G instrument, and configuring an instrument server; the method comprises the following steps: logging in a traffic server through terminal UE, carrying out a data throughput test by using data service software and a 5G instrument, and detecting and counting a test result through the 5G instrument. The method can be used for a repeater system needing to complete actual application scene simulation, the data throughput can be tested in a laboratory, the cost is low, the test method is simple, and the test result is reliable.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of data throughput testing, and in particular to a data throughput measurement method based on a 5G repeater. Background Art

[0002] A 5G repeater is a device used to enhance 5G signal coverage and improve signal quality. It helps provide better network coverage in areas with weak signals, such as inside buildings, basements, or remote areas, by receiving, amplifying, and forwarding wireless signals. Repeaters are often used to supplement the coverage of base stations, especially in places where it is difficult to deploy base stations directly. In practical applications, the standard for measuring repeaters is to detect the data throughput after the repeater coverage. In communication systems, data throughput is usually measured in data transmitted per second.

[0003] At present, the existing technologies all use outdoor base stations to complete the data throughput test of 5G repeater equipment. Such technology requires the UE terminal to perform a large amount of data throughput, which will not only increase the experimental cost, but also the macro station has regional coverage, and it cannot guarantee that the UE test terminal can occupy the resources of the entire macro station. Therefore, it is not possible to test the data throughput of the repeater device. In addition, the existing technology also needs to find suitable corresponding 5G macro stations and coverage scenarios for 5G repeater devices, which requires manpower and material resources, and there will be switching between signals during the terminal UE test process, which will cause various problems in the entire 5G repeater data throughput test. Therefore, the present invention proposes a data throughput measurement method based on a 5G repeater to solve the above problems. Summary of the invention

[0004] In order to overcome the shortcomings of the prior art, the purpose of the present invention is to provide a data throughput measurement method based on 5G repeater, which can be used for repeater systems that need to complete actual application scenario simulations. The data throughput test can be completed in the laboratory with low cost, simple testing method and reliable test results.

[0005] To achieve the above object, the present invention provides the following solution: a data throughput measurement method based on a 5G repeater, comprising the following steps:

[0006] Select repeater, configure resource blocks and allocate time slots to complete test resource configuration;

[0007] Install corresponding data service software for testing throughput on the terminal UE of the selected repeater, and configure the 5G instrument according to the data service software;

[0008] Connect the data service software to the 5G meter, and open up corresponding data services between the data service software and the 5G meter;

[0009] Test the network performance of the 5G instrument and configure the instrument server;

[0010] The terminal UE is used to log in to the traffic server, the data service software and the 5G meter are used to perform a data throughput test, and the test results are detected and counted by the 5G meter.

[0011] Optionally, configuring a 5G instrument according to the data service software includes:

[0012] Configuring corresponding signal parameters of the 5G instrument; the corresponding signal parameters include signal frequency range, input level range and communication standard;

[0013] Connect the output signal of the 5G meter to the input port of the selected repeater device, and then use the selected repeater system to infinitely extend the output signal;

[0014] Select a plurality of different repeater system forms to complete the signal coverage of the output signal in different actual scenarios.

[0015] Optionally, before using the data service software and the 5G meter to perform a data throughput test, the receiving end of the selected repeater is connected to the 5G meter, the transmitting end of the selected repeater is connected to the data service software, and a test white card of the 5G meter is installed on the terminal UE.

[0016] Optionally, performing a data throughput test using the data service software and the 5G instrument includes:

[0017] According to the selected repeater, select the corresponding 5G instrument signal, and then turn on the 5G NR signal according to the selected 5G instrument signal;

[0018] According to the capabilities of the device under test, configure the cell parameters, frequency band parameters and bandwidth parameters within the repeater coverage area, and then use the 5G instrument to allocate resource blocks to the 5G NR signal according to the configuration parameters within the repeater coverage area;

[0019] The size of the corresponding transmission block is configured according to the resource block allocated to the 5G NR signal, and the uplink and downlink modulation types of the 5G instrument are adjusted according to the different throughput requirements of the repeater;

[0020] Using the test mode of the 5G instrument to test whether the configuration of the 5G NR signal is correct, selecting an application mode according to the test result, establishing a service connection between the 5G NR signal and the terminal UE based on the application mode, and observing the instrument signal and the number of signal grids;

[0021] Select single-input single-output mode or multi-input multi-output mode according to the repeater type, complete the RF output switch configuration of the 5G instrument, and realize data throughput test.

[0022] Optionally, performing data throughput testing using the data service software and the 5G meter also includes: connecting a third-party screen projection software through the test machine to display the data throughput test process and real-time test data, and implementing an external server test by changing the IP of the 5G meter.

[0023] The present invention discloses the following technical effects by providing a data throughput measurement method based on a 5G repeater:

[0024] 1. Save a lot of manpower and material resources: At the end of the research and development of the repeater equipment, the present invention can simulate the actual application scenario in the laboratory at a low cost to test the data throughput by making full use of the instrument, and there is no need to spend manpower and material resources to find a suitable environment for verification.

[0025] 2. The test method and device are simple: By operating the instrument, the experimental goal of monitoring the background data throughput of the 5G repeater and the data statistics can be completed, and the actual performance and stability test of the background detection equipment can be achieved. Compared with the current data throughput verification of the repeater equipment, it is not only necessary to coordinate the resource and environmental areas for verification, but also not necessary to coordinate the communication personnel for background detection. The present invention directly avoids the problem of improper operation and installation of the repeater system causing interference to the macro station.

[0026] 3. Stable test signal: The test terminal UE uses an instrument test white card, so that the test terminal will only receive the coverage signal of the instrument during the entire test process, and there will be no signal switching of the terminal during the 5G repeater device test due to interference.

[0027] 4. High applicability: In actual application scenarios, the actual application test of the repeater product is carried out. Because it is impossible to observe the complete background data and capture the log during the process, it is impossible to discover some performance or system problems that may exist in the product. However, through the present invention, the data throughput during the actual application of the equipment can be completed through the instrument and the log during the test process can be captured for analysis. Similarly, the test machine can be connected to a third-party screen projection software to more clearly display the entire test process and real-time data. If an external server is required for testing, it only needs to change the instrument IP configuration to complete it.

[0028] The technical solution of the present invention is further described in detail below through the accompanying drawings and embodiments. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0029] In order to more clearly illustrate the embodiments of the present invention or the technical solutions in the prior art, the drawings required for use in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present invention. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without paying creative labor.

[0030] Figure 1 A flow chart of the method provided in Example 1 of the present invention;

[0031] Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the configuration and data throughput test flow of a 5G instrument provided in Example 1 of the present invention;

[0032] Figure 3 A schematic diagram of a single SISO 5G repeater throughput test provided in Example 2 of the present invention;

[0033] Figure 4 : is a schematic diagram of a throughput test of a wireless SISO 5G repeater system provided in Embodiment 3 of the present invention; wherein, Figure 4 (a) is a schematic diagram of a system with one master device and one slave device. Figure 4 (b) is a schematic diagram of a coverage system with one master device and multiple slave devices;

[0034] Figure 5 is a schematic diagram of a throughput test of a wired SISO 5G repeater system provided in Example 4 of the present invention; wherein, Figure 5 (a) is a schematic diagram of a system with one master device and one slave device. Figure 5 (b) is a schematic diagram of a coverage system with one master device and multiple slave devices;

[0035] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of a single MIMO 5G repeater throughput test provided by Embodiment 5 of the present invention;

[0036] Figure 7 is a schematic diagram of a throughput test of a wireless MIMO 5G repeater system provided in Example 6 of the present invention; wherein, Figure 7 (a) is a schematic diagram of a system with one master device and one slave device. Figure 7 (b) is a schematic diagram of a coverage system with one master device and multiple slave devices;

[0037] Figure 8 is a schematic diagram of the throughput test of the wired MIMO 5G repeater system provided in Example 7 of the present invention; wherein, Figure 8(a) is a schematic diagram of a system with one master device and one slave device. Figure 8 (b) is a schematic diagram of a coverage system with one master device and multiple slave devices. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0038] The following will be combined with the drawings in the embodiments of the present invention to clearly and completely describe the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention. Obviously, the described embodiments are only part of the embodiments of the present invention, not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without creative work are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0039] In order to make the above-mentioned objects, features and advantages of the present invention more obvious and easy to understand, the present invention is further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.

[0040] Example 1

[0041] like Figure 1-2 As shown, the present invention provides a data throughput measurement method based on a 5G repeater, comprising the following steps:

[0042] 1. Select a repeater, configure resource blocks and allocate time slots to complete the test resource configuration.

[0043] Resource Block (RB): The time slot is further subdivided into resource blocks (RB), which is the smallest unit for transmitting data in 5G NR. RB consists of multiple time domain and frequency domain resources, and its number and configuration directly affect the efficiency and speed of data transmission. In data throughput testing, the configuration of RB is one of the key factors because it directly determines the amount of data that can be transmitted in the same time.

[0044] Time slots: Time slots in the 5GNR frame structure can be flexibly allocated to different purposes, including downlink data transmission, uplink data transmission, and control information transmission. The time slot allocation strategy directly affects the test results of data throughput, because different time slot allocations can optimize throughput or reduce latency to meet the needs of specific applications. For example, in order to reduce latency, more resources can be allocated to low-latency applications (such as games and autonomous driving), thereby improving the overall data processing speed and efficiency.

[0045] The resource configuration of 5G repeaters in data throughput tests mainly includes the configuration of resource blocks (RBs) and the allocation of time slots. These configurations directly affect the data processing capability and efficiency of the repeaters, thus determining their performance in actual use.

[0046] 2. Install the corresponding data service software for testing throughput on the terminal UE of the selected repeater, and configure the 5G instrument according to the data service software.

[0047] Configure the corresponding signal parameters of the 5G instrument; the corresponding signal parameters include signal frequency range, input level range and communication standard, etc.; connect the output signal of the 5G instrument to the input port of the selected repeater device, and then use the selected repeater system to infinitely extend the output signal; select multiple different repeater system forms to complete the signal coverage of the output signal in different actual scenarios.

[0048] Before using the data service software and the 5G meter to perform a data throughput test, connect the receiving end of the selected repeater to the 5G meter, connect the transmitting end of the selected repeater to the data service software, and install the test white card of the 5G meter on the terminal UE to ensure that the terminal UE can establish a data connection with the meter.

[0049] 3. Connect the data service software to the 5G instrument, and open up the corresponding data service between the data service software and the 5G instrument.

[0050] 4. Test the network performance of the 5G instrument and configure the instrument server.

[0051] 5. Log in to the traffic server through the terminal UE, use the data service software and the 5G meter to perform a data throughput test, and detect and count the test results through the 5G meter.

[0052] 5.1 The specific process of conducting data throughput test includes:

[0053] According to the selected repeater, select the corresponding 5G instrument signal, and then turn on the 5G NR signal according to the selected 5G instrument signal;

[0054] According to the capabilities of the device under test, configure the cell parameters, frequency band parameters and bandwidth parameters within the coverage area of ​​the repeater, and then use the 5G instrument to allocate resource blocks to the 5G NR signal and set the number of resource blocks according to the configuration parameters within the coverage area of ​​the repeater;

[0055] Configure the corresponding transmission block size according to the resource block allocated to the 5G NR signal (this value is the value specified by 3GPP under RMC, and all simulated base station tests need to comply with wireless network standards), and then adjust the uplink and downlink modulation types (QPSK / 16QAM / 64QAM / 256QAM) of the 5G instrument according to the different throughput requirements of the repeater; configure the modulation type according to different throughput requirements;

[0056] Use the test mode of the 5G instrument to test whether the configuration of the 5GNR signal is correct. Before the application test, the test mode can be used to interact with the UE through the antenna to test the physical layer throughput on the UE side. If there is only a single UE user in the coverage area, the maximum throughput capacity of the DUT can be mastered;

[0057] An application mode is selected according to the test result, and based on the application mode, a service connection is established between the 5G NR signal and the terminal UE, and the instrument signal and the number of signal bars are observed; the UE side can observe the number of signal bars of the mobile phone, and the UE developer mode can be entered to check whether the UE receives the signal set by the instrument;

[0058] Select single-input single-output mode or multi-input multi-output mode according to the repeater type, complete the RF output switch configuration of the 5G instrument, and realize data throughput test.

[0059] 5.2 The process of conducting data throughput test also includes:

[0060] The test machine is connected to a third-party screen projection software to display the data throughput test process and real-time test data, and the external server test is achieved by changing the IP of the 5G instrument.

[0061] Example 2

[0062] Figure 3 For a single SISO 5G repeater throughput test structure, such as Figure 3 As shown, the 5G repeater receiver can be connected by wire or wirelessly to the signal source, and the transmitter forwards through a passive antenna to solve the problem of no coverage or weak coverage in a single scene. The invention is that the 5G repeater receiver is connected to the instrument through a single RF Cable, and then the transmitter completes the throughput test after the 5G repeater coverage through the UE terminal APP.

[0063] Example 3

[0064] Figure 4 For the throughput test structure of the wireless SISO 5G repeater system, such as Figure 4 As shown, in the 5G repeater system, the main device receiving end can be connected by wire or wirelessly to the signal source, and the transmitting end forwards through a passive antenna, and both the receiving end and the transmitting end of the slave device forward through passive antennas. Figure 4 a is a coverage system consisting of 1 master device and 1 slave device. Through such a system, wireless coverage can be extended. It can be applied to small uncovered or weakly covered areas such as elevators and places where wiring is inconvenient. Figure 4b is a coverage system with one master device and multiple slave devices. Such a coverage system can cover large uncovered and weakly covered areas such as large commercial buildings and residential areas. Similarly, the receiving end of the 5G repeater master device is connected to the instrument through a single RF Cable, and then the transmitting end completes the throughput test after the 5G repeater coverage through the UE terminal APP.

[0065] Example 4

[0066] Figure 5 The throughput test structure of the wired SISO 5G repeater system is as follows: Figure 5 As shown, in the 5G repeater system, the main device receiving end can be connected by wire or wirelessly to the signal source, the transmitting end is connected to the slave device receiving end by wire, and the slave device transmitting end is forwarded through a passive antenna. Figure 5 a is a coverage system with 1 master device and 1 slave device. Such a system can extend the wireless coverage to a longer distance, and solve the problem of long distance between the signal source and the coverage area, such as small uncovered and weakly covered areas where wiring is inconvenient. Figure 5 b is a coverage system with one master device and multiple slave devices. Such a coverage system can cover large areas without coverage or with weak coverage, such as basements. Similarly, the receiving end of the 5G repeater master device is connected to the instrument through a single RF Cable, and then the transmitting end completes the throughput test after the 5G repeater coverage through the UE terminal APP.

[0067] Example 5

[0068] Figure 6 For a single MIMO 5G repeater throughput test structure, such as Figure 6 As shown, the 5G repeater receiver can be connected to the signal source by wire or wirelessly, and the transmitter forwards through a passive antenna to solve the problem of no coverage or weak coverage in a single scene and high requirements for coverage effect. The invention is that the 5G repeater receiver is connected to the instrument through a single RF Cable, and then the transmitter completes the throughput test after the 5G repeater coverage through the UE terminal APP.

[0069] Example 6

[0070] Figure 7 For wireless MIMO 5G repeater system throughput test structure, such as Figure 7 As shown, in the 5G repeater system, the main device receiving end can be connected by wire or wirelessly to the signal source, and the transmitting end forwards through a passive antenna, and both the receiving end and the transmitting end of the slave device forward through passive antennas. Figure 7 a is a coverage system consisting of 1 master device and 1 slave device. Through such a system, wireless coverage can be extended. It can be applied to small areas with no coverage or weak coverage, such as elevators and areas where wiring is inconvenient, or areas with high requirements for coverage effect. Figure 7 b is a coverage system with one master device and multiple slave devices. Such a coverage system can cover large uncovered and weakly covered areas such as large commercial buildings and residential areas. Similarly, the receiving end of the 5G repeater master device is connected to the instrument through a single RFCable, and then the transmitting end completes the throughput test after the 5G repeater coverage through the UE terminal APP.

[0071] Example 7

[0072] Figure 8 For the throughput test structure of the wired MIMO 5G repeater system, such as Figure 8 As shown, in the 5G repeater system, the main device receiving end can be connected by wire or wirelessly to the signal source, the transmitting end is connected to the slave device receiving end by wire, and the slave device transmitting end is forwarded through a passive antenna. Figure 8 a is a coverage system consisting of 1 master device and 1 slave device. Such a system can extend the wireless coverage to a longer distance, and can solve the problem of long distance between the signal source and the coverage area in small areas where wiring is inconvenient or where coverage effect is high. Figure 8 b is a coverage system with one master device and multiple slave devices. Such a coverage system can cover large areas without coverage or with weak coverage, such as basements. Similarly, the receiving end of the 5G repeater master device is connected to the instrument through a single RF line, and then the transmitting end completes the throughput test after the 5G repeater coverage through the UE terminal APP.

[0073] Therefore, the present invention provides a data throughput measurement method based on a 5G repeater, which can be used for a repeater system that needs to complete a simulation of an actual application scenario. The data throughput test can be completed in the laboratory with low cost, simple testing method and reliable test results.

[0074] The various embodiments in this specification are described in a progressive manner, and each embodiment focuses on the differences from other embodiments. The same or similar parts between the various embodiments can be referenced to each other.

[0075] The principles and implementation methods of the present invention are described in this article using specific examples. The description of the above embodiments is only used to help understand the method and core idea of ​​the present invention. At the same time, for those skilled in the art, according to the idea of ​​the present invention, there will be changes in the specific implementation methods and application scope. In summary, the content of this specification should not be understood as limiting the present invention.

Claims

1. A data throughput measurement method based on 5G repeater, characterized in that: The following steps are involved: Select repeater, configure resource blocks and allocate time slots to complete test resource configuration; Install corresponding data service software for testing throughput on the terminal UE of the selected repeater, and configure the 5G instrument according to the data service software; Connect the data service software to the 5G meter, and open up corresponding data services between the data service software and the 5G meter; Test the network performance of the 5G instrument and configure the instrument server; The terminal UE is used to log in to the traffic server, the data throughput test is performed using the data service software and the 5G meter, and the test results are detected and counted using the 5G meter.

2. According to a 5G repeater-based data throughput measurement method according to claim 1, it is characterized in that: Configure the 5G instrument according to the data service software, including Configuring corresponding signal parameters of the 5G instrument; the corresponding signal parameters include signal frequency range, input level range and communication standard; Connect the output signal of the 5G meter to the input port of the selected repeater device, and then use the selected repeater system to infinitely extend the output signal; Select a plurality of different repeater system forms to complete the signal coverage of the output signal in different actual scenarios.

3. According to a 5G repeater-based data throughput measurement method according to claim 2, it is characterized in that: Before using the data service software and the 5G meter to perform a data throughput test, the receiving end of the selected repeater is connected to the 5G meter, the transmitting end of the selected repeater is connected to the data service software, and the test white card of the 5G meter is installed on the terminal UE.

4. According to a 5G repeater-based data throughput measurement method according to claim 3, it is characterized in that: The data throughput test is performed using the data service software and the 5G instrument, including: According to the selected repeater, select the corresponding 5G instrument signal, and then turn on the 5G NR signal according to the selected 5G instrument signal; According to the capabilities of the device under test, configure the cell parameters, frequency band parameters and bandwidth parameters within the repeater coverage area, and then use the 5G instrument to allocate resource blocks to the 5G NR signal according to the configuration parameters within the repeater coverage area; The size of the corresponding transmission block is configured according to the resource block allocated to the 5G NR signal, and the uplink and downlink modulation types of the 5G instrument are adjusted according to the different throughput requirements of the repeater; Using the test mode of the 5G instrument to test whether the configuration of the 5G NR signal is correct, selecting an application mode according to the test result, establishing a service connection between the 5G NR signal and the terminal UE based on the application mode, and observing the instrument signal and the number of signal grids; Select single-input single-output mode or multi-input multi-output mode according to the repeater type, complete the RF output switch configuration of the 5G instrument, and realize data throughput test.

5. According to claim 4, a data throughput measurement method based on a 5G repeater is characterized in that: The data throughput test is performed using the data service software and the 5G instrument, and also includes: connecting a third-party screen projection software through a test machine to display the data throughput test process and real-time test data, and realizing an external server test by changing the IP of the 5G instrument.

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