The Anritsu MD8475A Signalling Tester is a base station simulator designed to evaluate mobile devices, chipsets, and modules across 2G, 3G, LTE, and mixed-generation cellular networks. It replicates complex network environments with multi-cell configurations, enabling detailed assessment of device performance, call processing, and protocol compliance under realistic field conditions. Engineers use it in R&D and QA laboratories to validate handover behavior, carrier aggregation, dual-SIM operation, and advanced features including VoLTE, IMS, and automotive connectivity standards.
Technical Specifications
Supported Technologies:
• LTE (LTE-Advanced, LTE FDD, TD-LTE, LTE-TDD)
• W-CDMA (HSPA, HSPA Evolution, DC-HSDPA)
• GSM (GPRS, EGPRS)
• CDMA2000 (1xRTT, 1xEV-DO Rev. A)
• TD-SCDMA (TD-HSPA)
RF Performance:
• Frequency range: 350 MHz to 6.0 GHz
• Output level: −130 to −10 dBm (standard); −130 to −27 dBm (LTE, 350 MHz–3.8 GHz); −130 to −32 dBm (LTE, 3.8–6.0 GHz)
• Impedance: 50 Ohms
Throughput Capabilities:
• LTE Category 3: up to 300 Mbps downlink (2×2 MIMO)
• LTE Category 4: up to 150 Mbps downlink (2×2 MIMO)
• LTE-Advanced: up to 300 Mbps downlink (2CC Carrier Aggregation, 2-box configuration)
• LTE uplink: up to 50 Mbps
• LTE-TDD downlink: up to 87 Mbps
• HSPA Evolution (Rel. 7): up to 21 Mbps
• HSPA Evolution (Rel. 8, DC-HSDPA): up to 42 Mbps
– Key Features
• Dual-cell and multi-cell network simulation
• Inter-RAT cell reselection, redirection, and CS fallback testing
• Carrier Aggregation testing (2CC/3CC/4CC/5CC)
• Dual SIM Dual Standby (DSDS) and Dual SIM Dual Active (DSDA) validation
• VoLTE, IMS, SMS over IMS, and Video Call support
• WLAN offload, eCall, and ERA-GLONASS testing
• Battery consumption and throughput characterization
• Network re-establishment (MO/MT) after connection release
• SmartStudio GUI with scenario-less interactive interface
• Campaign Manager for automated test execution
• Windows 7 operating system
– Typical Applications
• Mobile device certification and validation
• Chipset performance characterization
• Multi-generation technology interoperability testing
• Automotive connectivity (eCall, ERA-GLONASS) validation
• IMS and VoLTE feature verification
