Following is a list of required accessories and questions to be answered to successfully set up a CPRI connection for testing. Refer to your Anritsu test instrument’s Technical Data Sheet for available accessories.
• SFP optical transceiver used to connect the measurement device must match the link rate of SFPs on the BBU and RRH. Different options are available from Anritsu, with single or dual SFP ports.
• Optical splitter or TAP (Test Access Point), Single Mode or Single/Multi Mode
• Optical cables
• What is the bandwidth of LTE carrier?
• Who is the network equipment manufacturer (NEM)?
• What is the CPRI line rate (or link rate)?
• Is the fiber optic connection Single Mode (Yellow) or Multi Mode (Orange)?
Caution
Exercise caution when handling SFPs that are connected to equipment in use, as they can become hot to the touch.
