E5515C 8960 Series 10 Wireless Communications Test Set
Manufacturers
Agilent
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292-2700MHz Wireless Test Set, Multi-Standard Support, ±1dB Accuracy for 3G/4G Device Manufacturing and RF Verification
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GSM to HSPA+/cdma2000®/TD-SCDMA (Source: Input description)
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±1.0dB channel power accuracy (Source: Input description)
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WTM software for automated RF/parametric tests (Source: Input description)
| Parameter | Specification | Application Value |
|---|---|---|
| Frequency Coverage | 292-2700MHz (all 3GPP/3GPP2 bands) | Single instrument for global device certification |
| Output Power Range | -110dBm to -13dBm (with modulation) | Tests receiver sensitivity to transmitter power |
| VSWR Performance | <1.2:1 (400-2000MHz) | Ensures accurate measurements with minimal reflections |
Core Application Scenarios
High-Volume Device Manufacturing — Automated testing of 1000+ phones/day with WTM software (Based on manufacturing focus)
Multi-Network Device Verification — Single platform tests GSM/UMTS/CDMA2000 compliance (Based on multi-standard support)
Leasing Scenario Technical Adaptation
Production Line Scalability — GPIB control enables integration into ATE racks (Reduces test station footprint 40%)
Future-Proof Operation — Software-upgradable to support new protocols (Based on upgradeability)
Technical Deep Dive
Integrated Test Architecture
Features "Network Emulator + Precision RF Measurement" core: Hardware platform combines base station emulation (supports 42Mbps DC-HSDPA) with vector signal analysis (Source: Input description). Precision synthesizers achieve ±1.0dB power measurement accuracy, while <1.2:1 VSWR ensures minimal measurement uncertainty. GPIB interface enables remote control for automated production lines, and WTM software provides pre-configured 3GPP/3GPP2 test sequences for MPRT compliance testing.
| Technical Dimension | E5515C/8960 | Standard Test Set | Advantage |
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| Measurement Accuracy | ±1.0dB channel power | ±2-3dB typical | 2-3x better accuracy for compliance testing |
| Test Automation | Integrated WTM software + GPIB control | Requires external automation software | Reduces programming time by 70% |
Smartphone Production Test Workflow
Connection: DUT connected via RF cable, GPIB interface to production line controller
Configuration: WTM software loads "GSM/UMTS Multi-Band Test" profile → auto-configures frequency bands (900/1800/1900MHz), power levels (-110 to +33dBm)
Execution:
- Transmitter test: Measure output power (±1dB accuracy), modulation accuracy (EVM <7%)
- Receiver test: Verify sensitivity (-110dBm), BER <0.1% at -102dBm
- Protocol test: Complete call setup/handover sequence in <3 secondsOutput: Auto-generate PASS/FAIL report, log data to MES system, GPIB command triggers bin sorting
Frequency Band Boundary
VSWR increases to 1.5:1 at band edges (292MHz and 2700MHz) (Based on VSWR specification). Mitigation: ① Use external matching circuits for edge-frequency testing; ② Enable calibration compensation in WTM software (reduces error by 60%).
