The Anritsu/Azimuth Systems Ace MX MIMO Broadband Wireless Channel Emulator simulates complex real-world radio channel conditions to validate wireless device and network performance in controlled laboratory environments. This modular, bi-directional emulator replaces time-consuming field tests with repeatable, automated channel fading scenarios including multipath, interference, and signal degradation across SISO and MIMO configurations.
## Technical Specifications
• **MIMO Configuration:** Supports SISO, 2×2, 4×4, and 8×4 MIMO up to 8×4 maximum
• **Channel Directionality:** Uni-directional and bi-directional fading modeling; bi-directional emulation captures simultaneous downlink and uplink paths
• **Fading Environment:** Real-time multipath fading emulation with industry-standard channel models and custom model programming capability
• **Signal Processing:** Digital signal processing delivers real-time channel fading implementation
• **RF Performance:** Optimized for 4G requirements with superior EVM and Noise Figure characteristics; ACE MX2 variant provides 60% noise reduction and reduced footprint
• **Modulation Support:** OFDM and MIMO-optimized; supports 2G/3G, LTE, WiMAX, and 802.16m broadband wireless standards
• **Carrier Aggregation:** ACE MX2 supports Carrier Aggregation including 50 MHz AWGN
• **Data Streaming:** Real-time playback of field-recorded channel conditions
## Key Features
• **Scalable Architecture:** Modular design supports single-link SISO devices through complex 8×4 MIMO systems
• **DIRECTOR™ II Control:** Centralized test management and automation software with intuitive configuration interface and advanced scripting capabilities
• **Model Builder:** Custom channel model development for specialized test scenarios
• **Repeatable Testing:** Eliminates variability inherent to wireless field measurements
## Typical Applications
• LTE and 4G device certification
• MIMO system interoperability validation
• WiMAX and broadband wireless testing
• Channel model development and validation
## Compatibility & Integration
ACE MX product line offers multiple configurations for MIMO and/or SISO system testing. DIRECTOR™ II Test Executive optimized for multi-link testing on ACE MX2.
