The Keysight AE6900L is an automotive Ethernet channel compliance testing solution for verifying harness assemblies, cables, and connectors in vehicle systems. It delivers automated testing and validation across OPEN Alliance and IEEE 802.3 standards, reducing test execution time from hours to minutes while providing margin analysis and crosstalk measurements. The instrument integrates with Keysight vector network analyzers to ensure accurate, repeatable characterization of automotive Ethernet channels supporting data rates from 10 Mbps to 10 Gbps.
Technical Specifications
• Measurement Type: Channel (Lx)
• Technology: Automotive Ethernet
• Data Rate: 10 Mbps to 10 Gbps
• Compatible VNA Platforms: E5080B (benchtop), M980xA series (PXI), P5000A Series (USB) with TDR option
– Key Features
• Return loss, insertion loss, mode conversion, and power sum crosstalk measurements
• Automated test plan creation, instrument setup, and limit line application
• Standards compliance testing: OPEN Alliance 1000BASE-T1 (TC9 UTP/STP), 100BASE-T1, IEEE 802.3bw, 802.3bp, 802.3ch
• Margin analysis reporting showing pass/fail proximity for each test
• Significant reduction in test time—example: 2 hours reduced to approximately 10 minutes for select configurations
– Typical Applications
• Advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) validation
• Camera and radar system integration verification
• Connected vehicle technology channel integrity assessment
• Automotive Ethernet harness and connector qualification
– Compatibility & Integration
The solution bundles hardware, software, and accessories for channel testing. Operation requires integration with Keysight vector network analyzers equipped with TDR capability across benchtop, PXI module, or USB platform form factors. Note: The AE6900L functionality has been superseded by the AE6000L.
