The Keysight S8709A is a 5G Virtual Drive Test Toolset that validates 5G NR device performance in controlled laboratory settings by emulating real-world network signaling and radio channel conditions. It supports both non-standalone (NSA) and standalone (SA) modes, accepts field-captured data for scenario replay, and enables repeatable testing across diverse mobility environments. The system integrates with Keysight’s channel emulation and network emulation platforms to cover the full product development workflow from design verification through manufacturing test.
Technical Specifications
The S8709A operates across 5G NR frequency bands and supports millimeter wave (FR2) testing when paired with Keysight hardware including the E7778 Common Interface Unit and M1740A millimeter wave transceivers. Test case libraries are derived from operator drive test routes representing diverse signaling and RF environments.
– Key Features
• Imports field-captured data, including drive test logs and signaling events, for controlled scenario replay
• Validates performance under mobility conditions including high-speed rail, motorways, and tunnels
• Measures handover and cell re-selection success rates, call drop rates, service interrupts, data performance, and voice call quality
• Provides test campaign management with detailed status reporting and KPI tracking
• Includes Device Analytics for visualization and issue debugging
• Supports FR2 millimeter wave testing with optional hardware configuration
• Offers Field-to-Lab tools for custom test case creation from operator measurement logs
– Typical Applications
5G device conformance testing, acceptance validation, manufacturing test, and performance characterization under realistic network conditions and mobility scenarios.
– Compatibility & Integration
Integrates with Keysight’s E7515B UXM 5G Network Emulator, Nemo Outdoor data capture tools, channel emulation solutions, and E7778/M1740A millimeter wave hardware for FR2 testing capability.
