The Agilent 8960 Series 10 E5515C is a modular wireless communications test set engineered for RF performance validation, protocol compliance, and application-layer testing across 2G, 3G, and 4G (LTE) cellular technologies. It functions as a simulated network base station, enabling end-to-end call processing, signaling control, and data throughput measurement throughout device development, manufacturing, and certification phases.
Technical Specifications
RF Measurement & Signal Generation
• Frequency range covers cellular bands; specific ranges determined by installed options
• Generates standard cellular waveforms: GSM/GPRS/EDGE, WCDMA/HSPA, CDMA2000, EV-DO, LTE FDD/TDD
• Transmit power measurement: average power, peak power, and power control validation
• Modulation quality metrics: Error Vector Magnitude (EVM), Adjacent Channel Power Ratio (ACPR), Spectral Emission Mask (SEM)
• Receiver sensitivity determination via controlled signal injection
• Interference scenario simulation for device robustness assessment
Protocol Testing
• 2G support: GSM/GPRS/EDGE
• 3G support: WCDMA/HSPA, CDMA2000/EV-DO
• 4G support: LTE (FDD and TDD)
• Call box functionality for device attachment, registration, and data service validation
• Layer 1, 2, and 3 protocol testing
• Network selection, handover, and network reselection procedures
Application Layer Testing
• IP connectivity validation over cellular networks
• Data services performance measurement
– Key Features
• Modular architecture with flexible interfaces
• Multi-standard protocol stack support
• Controlled signaling procedure management
• Data transfer rate measurement under variable network conditions
– Typical Applications
• Device manufacturing and production validation
• Wireless product certification
• Protocol compliance verification
• RF performance characterization
– Compatibility & Integration
Option-dependent configuration enables rapid adaptation to evolving cellular standards. Modular design supports integration into existing laboratory and manufacturing test environments.
