Agilent/Keysight S8705A RF Device Characterization Test Set

The Keysight S8705A RF/RRM DVT and Conformance Toolset is a comprehensive solution designed for testing and characterization of 5G NR and C-V2X devices. It provides access to Radio Frequency (RF) and Radio Resource Management (RRM) conformance test cases as defined by 3GPP specifications, ensuring that mobile devices perform as expected on live networks. This toolset is an approved platform for device certification by organizations like the Global Certification Forum (GCF) and PTCRB. It supports both Time Division Duplexing (TDD) and Frequency Division Duplexing (FDD) across all relevant bands in both sub-6GHz (FR1) and millimeter wave (FR2) frequencies.

The S8705A is part of Keysight’s 5G Network Emulation Solution portfolio and is built upon the Keysight E7515B UXM 5G wireless test platform, leveraging its advanced RF measurement and processing capabilities. This integration allows for testing in adjacent bands, generation of interferers, and fading without the need for additional instruments.

### Key Features and Capabilities:

* **3GPP Compliance:** Provides comprehensive access to GCF and PTCRB RF test cases in conformance mode, adhering to 3GPP TS 38.521-1-4 (5G NR RF), 3GPP TS 38.533 (5G NR RRM), and 3GPP TS 36.521 (C-V2X based on LTE).
* **Frequency Range Support:** Covers both FR1 (sub-6GHz) and FR2 (mmWave) frequencies, supporting TDD and FDD modes.
* **RRM and Performance Testing:** Assesses the device’s ability to maintain robust and reliable connections, including handovers between cells, and validates performance under ideal or impaired radio conditions.
* **Design Verification Test (DVT) Mode:** Allows for customization of test cases beyond 3GPP requirements, enabling deeper performance exploration and competitive analysis. This mode permits adding new test points, modifying channel bandwidth, and adjusting test frequencies.
* **Conformance Mode:** Offers test cases validated by industry certification bodies like GCF and PTCRB, as well as regulatory bodies across different regions.
* **Cellular Vehicle-to-Everything (C-V2X) Support:** Includes test cases for C-V2X communication based on LTE and LTE sidelink formats.
* **Release 16 and Beyond:** Offers validated test coverage for 3GPP Release 16 features, including Power Saving, Capacity and Coverage, and Mobility and Positioning. It also supports Non-Terrestrial Network (NTN) conformance testing.
* **CTIA FR2 SISO OTA Performance:** Includes coverage for the CTIA FR2 SISO OTA (Over-the-Air) Performance test plan.
* **Modular and Scalable Platform:** Features a flexible software and hardware architecture that can scale with other Keysight solutions, such as the S8707A 5G RF/RR Carrier Acceptance Toolset.
* **Automation and Debugging:** Supports unattended test campaign execution with device automation and advanced logging features for rapid debugging of test failures.
* **Approximately 80% Test Case Coverage:** In its Benchtop configuration, the toolset provides access to roughly 80% of total validated test cases for both FR1 and FR2.

### Technical Specifications:

The S8705A RF/RRM DVT and Conformance Toolset leverages the capabilities of the Keysight E7515B UXM 5G Wireless Test Platform. Specific technical parameters such as frequency range, power levels, modulation schemes, and measurement accuracies are inherently tied to the underlying E7515B platform and are detailed within its respective documentation. The S8705A software toolset configures and utilizes these hardware capabilities for specific 3GPP test case execution.

### Interfaces:

The S8705A toolset integrates with the Keysight E7515B UXM 5G Wireless Test Platform. Interfacing would typically involve standard network emulation interfaces for device control and data transfer, along with RF connections for signal transmission and reception. Specific interface details are dependent on the overall system configuration and the E7515B platform.

### Physical:

Information regarding the specific physical dimensions, weight, or environmental operating conditions of the S8705A software toolset is not separately detailed. It operates in conjunction with the Keysight E7515B UXM 5G Wireless Test Platform, whose physical specifications would apply to the integrated solution.

### Compatibility:

* **5G NR and C-V2X Devices:** Designed for testing a wide range of 5G New Radio (NR) and Cellular Vehicle-to-Everything (C-V2X) devices.
* **3GPP Releases:** Supports test cases compliant with various 3GPP releases, including Release 16 and beyond.
* **GCF and PTCRB Certification:** Approved test platform for certification by Global Certification Forum (GCF) and PTCRB.
* **Regulatory Bodies:** Compatible with test plans from various regulatory bodies worldwide.
* **Scalability:** Designed to scale with other Keysight solutions, such as the S8707A 5G RF/RR Carrier Acceptance Toolset.
* **Core Platform:** Operates in conjunction with the Keysight E7515B UXM 5G Wireless Test Platform.

Why Choose Aumictech for Keysight S8705A?
At Aumictech, we specialize in supplying high-end wireless testing equipment. Whether you need comprehensive 5G NR and C-V2X RF and RRM conformance testing, device certification support, or the flexibility to go beyond industry requirements with DVT testing, our team ensures the Keysight S8705A delivers maximum performance for your application.