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Gflex ®

Compact Scanner for Multi-Operator 2G-5G Testing


Scanning Receiver | 10 MHz - 8 GHz | 24 - 48 GHz

The Gflex® scanning receiver is the next generation of mobile network testing from PCTEL®. Designed
to support drive testing, walk testing, and government applications for 2G-5G and beyond, the Gflex
sets a new standard for power, portability, and flexibility in a 5G and mmWave capable scanner. A single
lightweight Gflex scanner can collect all the mmWave and sub-8 GHz data you need for drive test, walk
test, and government applications in one pass, with one unit.

Technologies Features Applications


• 5G NR • Measures up to 120 5G channels • 5G network optimization
• LTE FDD • Ultra-fast concurrent 5G/4G/3G/2G testing • Multi-operator network
• TD-LTE • I/Q streaming ready benchmarking
• UMTS • 20/100 MHz wide step IF filter • Spectrum clearing
• GSM • 5G mobile blind scan • Network troubleshooting
• Spectrum analysis and • Dual polarization beamforming • In-building wireless
custom power measurements measurements • Signal intelligence
for any channel • 4G/5G Dynamic Spectrum Sharing (DSS) • Interference detection
• 4x2 and 2x2 LTE MIMO Measurements • Coverage assurance
6.42" W (163 mm)

8.13" D (207 mm)

2.37" H (60 mm)

Gflex® Features & Benefits

FAST AND POWERFUL FUTURE PROOF


Streamline your operations with Maximize your investment
a single-unit scanning receiver Test Up to 120 with a scanner designed for Measure the
that does the work of multiple 5G Channels 5G and beyond. The expanded Full Channel on
devices. One Gflex scanner Simultaneously mmWave and sub-8 GHz range Every 5G Band2
has the power to test 120 5G covers every 5G band1. With a
channels simultaneously across 20/100 MHz wide step IF filter, it’s
mmWave and sub-8 GHz bands. You also the first purpose-built drive test/
can even add 4G measurements with walk test scanner that measures the full
zero degradation in performance. 5G bandwidth.

PORTABLE & CONVENIENT FLEXIBLE


Save time and simplify setup with Benchmark Get the accurate data you Support
a single lightweight, compact need in any testing scenario,
Multi-Operator Government
scanner unit for complete 2G-5G including I/Q testing for
indoor and outdoor testing on 2G-5G with government applications such Applications with
every operator network. The One Unit as signal intelligence. The I/Q Testing
Gflex is easy to integrate into field-upgradeable Gflex scanner
your test setup, with support from supports a wide variety of network
multiple software platforms. It even configurations, including 5G dual
includes a hot-swappable battery pack for polarization beamforming, 4G/5G dynamic
easy all-day walk testing. spectrum sharing, and every 5G SSB
beam periodicity.
Gflex® Specifications
5G New Radio (NR)
Measurement modes NR TopN Signal: Synchronization channels (P-SS/S-SS) & PBCH; Layer 3 Reporting: MIB
(FR1 and FR2), SIB1 (FR1); Dual polarization beamforming measurements; Blind Scan;
Mobile Blind Scan
Data modes PCI, PSS-RP [dBm], SSS-RP [dBm], PSS-RQ [dB], SSS-RQ [dB], PSS-CINR [dB], SSS-CINR
[dB], RSPBCH-RP [dBm], RSPBCH-RQ [dB], RSPBCH-CINR [dB], SSB-RP [dBm], SSB-RQ [dB],
SSB-CINR [dB], SSB-idx, SSB-RSSI, SSS-Delay-Spread, Time Offset
Sub carrier spacing 15/30/120/240 kHz
Max. number of channels 60 (sub-8 GHz), 60 (mmWave)
Max. number of PCIs 16 (sub-8 GHz), 16 (mmWave)
Max. number of beams/PCI 8 (sub-8 GHz), 64 (mmWave)
Measurement rate (typical) Single channel: Multi-channel:
FR1: 44/sec (20 ms period) FR1 33/sec sub-8 GHz (20 ms period)
FR2: 44/sec (20 ms period) FR2: 25/sec mmWave (20 ms period)
Dynamic range (CINR) PSS/SSS CINR: -21 to +33 dB (sub-8 GHz), -21 to +28 dB (mmWave)
PBCH DMRS CINR: -16 to +40 dB
Min. detection level RP SCS @15 kHz: -135 dBm, SCS @30 kHz: -132 dBm, SCS @120 kHz: -131 dBm,
SCS @240 kHz: -130 dBm
Accuracy (CINR) PSS/SSS, PBCH DMRS ±2 dB
SSB periodicities supported 5 ms, 10 ms, 20 ms, 40 ms, 80 ms, 160 ms

LTE FDD and TD-LTE


Measurement modes Top N Synchronization Channel Reference Signal (P-SCH/S-SCH) and Resource Block
(Wideband, Subband), Dynamic Spectrum Sharing (DSS), Layer 3 Reporting, Blind Scan,
Mobile Blind Scan
Data modes RP, RQ, CINR, Cyclic Prefix, Time Offsets, Delay Spread; RF Path Measurements (4x1, 4x2);
MIMO: Condition Number, ECQI, EPUT
Channel bandwidths 1.4 / 3 / 5 / 10 / 15 / 20 MHz
Max. number of channels 48
Receive modes SISO; MIMO (2x2, 4x2)
Transmit antenna configurations 1, 2, 4 (with path measurement)
Measurement rates Sync Channel RS Single channel: Multi-channel:
LTE FDD: 50/sec LTE FDD: 33/sec
TD-LTE: 33/sec TD-LTE: 25/sec
Dynamic range (CINR) @ 10/15/20 MHz RS -26 to + 40 dB
P-SCH/S-SCH -10 to +18 dB
Min. detection level P-SCH/S-SCH & RS -147 dBm (RSRP @ 15 kHz)
Accuracy (CINR) P-SCH/S-SCH & RS ±1 dB
Max. number of PCIs 24

UMTS [WCDMA/HSPA(+)]
Measurement modes Top N Pilot
Data modes lo, Ec/Io, Aggregate Ec/Io, SIR, Rake Finger Count, Time Offset, Delay Spread
Channel bandwidths 200 kHz / 3.84 MHz
Max. number of channels 32
Measurement rate 50/sec (high dynamic range mode only)
Top N CPICH dynamic range (Ec/Io) -26 dB
Min. detection level -127 dBm
Accuracy ±1 dB
Max. number of Pilots 32

GSM
Measurement modes Color Code, Layer 3 Reporting
Data modes BSIC, C/I, RSSI
Channel bandwidths 30 kHz / 200 kHz
Measurement rates Up to 400 BSIC Decodes/sec
Dynamic range +2 dB C/I
Min. basic detection level -110 dBm
Accuracy ±1 dB

Multi-Technology
Concurrency High speed multi-technology measurements with zero degradation in performance

GPS
Type 72 channel internal receiver
Position accuracy 2.5 meters
Acquisition time Cold start: <26 sec; Hot start: <2 sec
Sensitivity (tracking) >-150 dBm
Gflex® Specifications
Power Measurements
Accuracy ±1 dB (across basic RF input power range)
Dynamic range -120 to -20 dBm @ 30 kHz
RSSI 5G NR, LTE 11,050 ch/sec (maximum, continguous channels)
UMTS 4,250 ch/sec (maximum, continguous channels)
Enhanced Power Scan (EPS) 5 kHz to 20 MHz in 2.5 kHz increments 1,000 MHz/sec @ 5 MHz (typical)
Spectrum analysis Range: >90 dB >270 MHz/sec (single sweep)

Physical
Maximum power (+9 to +17 VDC) 40W max.
Size 6.42" W x 8.13" D x 2.37" H (163 mm W x 207 mm D x 60 mm H)
Weight 4.8 lbs (2.18 kg)
Temperature range Operating: 0°C to +45°C; Storage: - 30°C to +80°C
Humidity 5% to 95% relative humidity, non-condensing
Host data communications interface USB 3.0, 10/100/1000 Ethernet RJ-45, 10-GigE SFP+, Bluetooth®
Data storage Micro -SDXC (128 GB)
Antenna ports RF (sub 8 GHz, Bluetooth): SMA Female (50 Ω);
GPS: Male (50 Ω) SMB;
RF (mmWave): 2.4 mm Female
Safety EN 62368-1
EMC EU 2014/53/EU
Shock and vibration SAE J1455
RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU and amendment 2015/863 (RoHS 3)

RF Characteristics
Frequency range Sub 8 GHz: 10 MHz – 8 GHz
mmWave: 24.25-44 GHz (continuous), 47.2-48.2 GHz (continuous)
Internally generated spurious response -105 dBm (typical)
RF operating range In-Band - 20 dBm max.
Desensitization Adjacent channel >50 dB (20MHz RBW)
Safe RF input range ≤ +0 dBm
Frequency accuracy ±0.05 ppm (GPS Locked); ± 0.1 ppm (GPS unlocked)
Conducted local oscillator -55 dBm (typical)

Supported bands, technologies, data modes, software features, and frequency ranges vary by scanning receiver configuration. Upgrades may be available for previously purchased
scanning receivers. Please contact a sales representative for more information.

Solving Complex Wireless Challenges


PCTEL is a leading global provider of wireless technology solutions, including purpose-built Industrial IoT devices, antenna
systems, and test and measurement products. Trusted by our customers for over 25 years, we solve complex wireless
challenges to help organizations stay connected, transform, and grow.

For more information about the Gflex scanning


PCTEL, Inc. receiver, contact your sales representative or visit
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As of 3GPP Release 17 V17.2.0 (2021-06)

Specifications subject to change without notice. PCTEL® and Gflex® are registered trademarks of PCTEL, Inc. Bluetooth® is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG. ©2022 PCTEL, Inc.
All rights reserved. (July 2022)

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