The Keysight (Agilent) E6380A Base Station Test Set is a field-deployable instrument for CDMA Cellular and PCS network deployment and maintenance. It delivers RF, TX, and RX measurements alongside cdma2000-specific analysis to identify capacity issues and validate signal integrity. The instrument combines signal generation, waveform analysis, and fault detection in a rugged platform designed to reduce test times and maintenance costs.
Technical Specifications
Wireless Standards
• AMPS/CDMA Cellular/PCS
• IS-2000 1xRTT
• cdma2000 networks
Frequency Coverage
• Cellular/PCS: 800 MHz to 1000 MHz and 1.7 GHz to 2.0 GHz
• Extended usable range: 4 MHz to 1000 MHz (select measurements)
Power Measurement
• RF IN/OUT: 0.1 µW to 15 W average (−40 to +42 dBm)
• ANTENNA input: 16 pW to 1.25 W average (−78 to +4 dBm)
• Built-in average power meter: ±7.5% accuracy
• Measurement bandwidth: 1.23 MHz centered on selected frequency
Signal Analysis Capabilities
• Waveform Quality (rho) with ±0.005 accuracy
• Frequency Error analysis: ±30 Hz accuracy, 30 kHz measurement bandwidth
• Code Domain Power assessment
• Timing and Phase analysis
• Adjacent Channel Power: 10 kHz to 1.23 MHz bandwidth
Return Loss and Cable Fault Detection
• Swept return loss measurements on antennas and feedlines
• Built-in Frequency Domain Reflectometer (FDR) for cable and antenna fault location
Signal Generation
• Built-in CDMA signal source
• AWGN source with calibrated Eb/No settings for receiver testing
Measurement Accuracy (RF IN/OUT, 800–1000 MHz)
• ±(0.75 dB ±25 nW)
• ANTENNA port: Typically ±(0.75 dB ±6.5 pW)
– Key Features
• NEM-specific automation software for standardized, repeatable measurements
• Predefined tests for system maintenance workflows
• Firmware upgradeable via PCMCIA to Flash Memory
• Rugged field-ready construction
– Typical Applications
• CDMA base station deployment verification
• Ongoing network maintenance and troubleshooting
• Receiver sensitivity and quality validation
• Antenna and transmission line characterization
– Compatibility & Integration
Part of the 8935 Series, the E6380A integrates automated control and supports network operator workflows with NEM-specific software and automated operation.
