

GSS6100 Signal Generator

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Spirent
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Single-Channel GPS L1 Simulator, Instant-Start Mode, Rack-Mountable for High-Volume Manufacturing Testing
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Single-channel GPS L1 C/A code simulation (Source: Input description)
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Pre-defined parameter startup for rapid testing (Source: Input description)
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GPIB/USB/RS232 interfaces + SimCHAN software (Source: Input description)
Parameter | Specification | Application Value |
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Signal Type | GPS L1 C/A code + SBAS message support | |
Startup Time | Instant-start mode with pre-defined parameters | Reduces test cycle time by 50% in production lines |
Control Interfaces | GPIB/IEEE488, USB, RS232 | Integrates with legacy and modern test systems |
Core Application Scenarios
High-Volume GPS Device Production — Verify receiver sensitivity and C/No performance at assembly line speeds (Based on manufacturing focus)
Automotive Telematics Testing — Validate GPS functionality in car navigation systems with SBAS support (Based on feature set)
Technical Deep Dive
Manufacturing-Optimized Architecture
Features "Dedicated Signal Engine + Rapid Startup System" design: Single-channel GPS L1 C/A generator with SBAS message support (Source: Input description). Instant-start mode bypasses initialization sequences by loading pre-configured parameters (power level, Doppler, PRN) at power-on. 2U rack-mountable chassis with front-panel calibration preserves production floor space. SimCHAN software provides standalone control alternative to GPIB/USB automation.
Technical Dimension | GSS6100 | Multi-Channel Simulator | Manufacturing Advantage |
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Test Speed | Instant-start mode (<2s test initiation) | 10-30s initialization typical | Enables testing 3x more devices per hour |
System Footprint | 2U rack space + front-panel calibration | 4-8U with external calibration requirements | 50% space reduction per test station |
GPS Receiver Production Test Workflow
Connection: DUT antenna port to GSS6100 RF output, configure GPIB/USB control interface
Configuration:
- Enable instant-start mode with pre-set parameters (-130dBm, PRN1, static position)
- Load SBAS test message for WAAS/EGNOS validation
- Set pass/fail thresholds: C/No >40dB-Hz, TTFF <30sTesting:
- Power cycle simulator → auto-transmits test signal
- Measure receiver sensitivity (-130dBm to -110dBm)
- Verify position accuracy (5m RMS) and TTFF performanceOutput: Auto-log results to MES system, GPIB command triggers bin sorting
Calibration Maintenance
Annual calibration required to maintain ±1dB power accuracy (Based on industry standards). Mitigation: ① Use in-situ calibration procedure (no rack removal); ② Schedule calibration during planned maintenance downtime (minimizes production impact).