Test & Measurement
Full-stack WCDMA handset simulation enhances test solution
Aeroflex’s TM500 Test Mobile family now provides full-stack WCDMA handset simulation capability that is scalable from testing and verifying the performance of small cells right up to multi-handset, multi-cell network capacity performance testing.
Fibre cables, connections get field test solution
Anritsu has introduced Fiber Visualizer for its MT9090A Network Master platform, creating a field test solution that simplifies conducting highly accurate measurements of fibre cables, connections, and splices when installing or maintaining high-speed, FTTH, CATV, Access, Mobile Backhaul, FTTA, DAS and Metro networks.
Data acquisition recorders target power, transportation
Yokogawa has added two new instruments to its ScopeCorder family of portable multi-channel data-acquisition recorders. The DL850E model targets power electronics and it has been developed to help engineers meet the increasing pressure for energy efficiency.
RF signal source features output frequency up to 6GHz
Rigol Technologies’ RF Signal Source is available with a maximum output frequency up to 6GHz. Applications for the DSG3000 Series RF sources include wireless communication, radar test, audio/video broadcasting, general purpose, education, and consumer electronics.
Compiler support extended to automotive MCUs
Wind River has released the latest version of its Diab Compiler and a qualification kit for the ISO 26262 automotive safety standard. The Diab Compiler has added support for the Renesas RH850 family of automotive microcontrollers. The development process for Diab Compiler has been certified to Level 2 of the Automotive SPICE process assessment model.
X-Parameters test technology covered in new book
Agilent Technologies has released “X-Parameters: Characterization, Modeling, and Design of Nonlinear RF and Microwave Components,” a book on the company’s nonlinear X-parameters measurement, modeling and simulation technology. Published by Cambridge University Press, the book offers readers the definitive guide to X-parameters theory, including real-world examples.
Portable electrical testing kit on special offer
Seaward has introduced a special added value - low price Best of British kit for 17th Edition electrical installation testing. For a limited period only, it is offering a special kit that incorporates the PowerTest 1557 multifunction tester, a limited edition QuickCheck verification key ring and a calibration certificate.
Software options aid LTE-A carrier aggregation tests
Agilent Technologies has announced new software options for the T4010S LTE RF and T4020S LTE RRM test systems. The new capabilities provide coverage for LTE-Advanced Carrier Aggregation test cases as defined by the 3GPP.
Anritsu PCT system gets standards body thumbs-up
Anritsu says that industry testing standards body the GCF has validated its Protocol Conformance Test system for Rel-10 carrier aggregation, a crucial function in LTE Advanced network operations. Anritsu now has GCF approval for both its Protocol Conformance Test and RF/RRM Conformance Test systems for carrier aggregation.
CPLD-based USB digital I/O modules ease strain on CPU
Amplicon now has the latest USB digital I/O modules from ADLINK, the USB-7230 and USB-7250. These modules are a real alternative to PCI/PCIe based I/O, where there is limited expansion available on a PC motherboard, or for use with laptops and other portable applications.