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  • Automated testing using NI software
    Designing and developing a test system that has component and unpowered testing, device programming, radio signal analysis and calibration, and no operator intervention for production testing of a point-to-multipoint radio product used for remote supervisory control and data acquisition network applications, is the challenge.
  • LTE collaboration
    Altair Semiconductor and Aeroflex have formed a joint long-term evolution collaboration.
Product (101)
  • Aeroflex 3920 digital radio test set
    Aeroflex has upgraded its 3920 radio test set to support P25 Phase II TDMA test functions.
  • Power Parameters UNI-T model UT58E 19999 count digital multimeter
    The UNI-T model UT58E 19999 count digital multimeter measures AC and DC voltage, DC and AC current, resistance, capacitance, frequency and temperature. In addition, a diode and transistor test, continuity function and continuity buzzer are provided.
  • Agilent E5071CEP/E5061BEP ENA network analyser series
    Express configurations have been introduced for the ENA series of network analysers. Express configuration products provide fast, off-the-shelf delivery of the most popular test and measurement configurations.
  • Power Parameters UNI-T UT500 insulation tester range
    The UNI-T UT500 series of battery-powered, insulation testers is available as 1000 V max (model 501) and 2500 V max (model 502). The instruments are characterised by compact size (150 x 100 x 71 mm) and a large, back-lit display measuring 71 x 34 mm.
  • Aeroflex 3920 radio test set
    The Aeroflex 3920 radio test set automatic test and alignment software option now supports Motorola’s APX7000 and APX7500 mobile radios.
  • Narda Safety Test Solutions Interference and Direction Analyser
    Detect, analyse and localise interference and signal with the Interference and Direction Analyser (IDA) from Narda Test Solutions.
  • Agilent 53151A CW microwave frequency counter
    The Agilent 53151A CW microwave frequency counter 26.5 GHz has joined the test and measurement rental fleet of TechRentals.
  • Anritsu MD8475A signalling tester
    The MD8475A signalling tester can test a wide range of applications and operating systems on the latest high-speed, multimode LTE devices.
  • Audio Precision APx Bluetooth option test
    The Audio Precision APx Bluetooth option is claimed to be the best solution for testing Bluetooth audio.
  • Megger MOM2 handheld microhmmeter
    The MOM2 handheld microhmmeter can be used to measure the resistance of circuit breaker contacts, bus bars, connections and other links conducting high currents.
  • Consultant Technology PMM9010 EMI/EMC CISPR16-1-1 compliant test receiver
    The PMM9010 EMI/EMC CISPR16-1-1 compliant test receiver now has the upgrade option 9180 module with in-built preamplifier that extends the operation range to 18 GHz.
  • Regal Electro RE856 battery tester
    Rising impedance is a recognised indicator of pending battery failure and using an RE856 as a proactive trending tool allows technicians to monitor the condition of battery cells while they remain connected in a live circuit.
  • 7100 LTE digital radio test set
    Two options for the 7100 LTE digital radio test set are now available. The options support testing of 3G WCDMA/HSPA and GSM/GPRS and data call hand-over between LTE and HSPA.
  • Laird Technologies MMCU-4 radio remote control receiver
    Laird Technologies has released its enhanced MMCU-4 radio remote control receiver.
  • Industrial Labelling Solutions PMT-CT series PVC cable markers
    The PMT-CT series PVC cable markers can be custom printed with the user’s label information. Both the sleeves and markers are manufactured from PVC materials ensuring that labels, printing and sleeves are waterproof and robust enough to withstand the requirements of the industrial construction market.
  • Fluke VoltAlert 2AC non-contact voltage tester
    The 2AC has been added to the VoltAlert AC non-contact voltage tester range. It is easy to use and tests for energised circuits and defective grounds. The tip of the pocket-sized tester will glow red when within close proximity of an outlet, terminal strip or power cord where voltage is present.
  • Bitrode CDN series high-voltage battery testers
    Bitrode CDN series high-voltage battery testers are available with a number of battery parameter testing suites including temperature monitoring, high impedance reference electrodes for verifying performance of individual cells, pressure monitoring and polarity reversal in tackless formation applications.
  • Tektronix FCA3000/FCA3100 frequency counter range
    Tektronix has released benchtop instruments that are claimed to provide engineers with a wider range of choices, fulfilling tasks from design and development to production, maintenance and repair.
  • Setec BMS-001 battery monitor
    The BMS-001 is a battery monitor that continuously monitors 12 V lead acid batteries, acting as a ‘fuel gauge’, to estimate the state of charge and time remaining to discharge.
  • Fluke TL175 TwistGuard test lead range
    Fluke has available the TL175 TwistGuard test leads, claimed to be the only leads with a manually adjustable test tip guard for use in changing measurement situations.
  • Aeroflex SV-LTE voice and data testing
    Aeroflex has added voice and data testing capability to the 7100 LTE digital radio test set.
  • HT Italia PQA824 power recorder
    The HT Italia PQA824 power recorder measures, records and analyses power quality on electrical installations. It has been designed with Windows CE technology which allows easy and fast analysis of large quantities of data.
  • Anritsu S820D Microwave Sitemaster
    The Anritsu S820D Microwave Sitemaster 25 MHz to 20 GHz is available to rent.
  • Quadtech Guardian 6100 Plus safety analyser
    The Quadtech Guardian 6100 Plus safety analyser is suitable for electrical products safety and compliance testing to the requirements of UL, CSA, IEC/EN, TUV and other specifications.
  • Resistomat 2304 precision ohmmeter
    The Resistomat 2304 precision ohmmeter allows for the automatic inspection of resistances to high accuracy.
  • Appa 605 digital insulation resistance, handheld tester/multimeter
    The handheld Appa 605 digital insulation resistance tester measures insulation resistance from 10 kΩ to 20 GΩ with test voltages selectable from 50, 100, 250, 500 and 1000 VDC.
  • Dwyer Model SM-100 digital sound meter
    The Model SM-100 digital sound meter is designed for measuring noise levels from 30 to 130 dB with accuracy of ±1.5 dB. The meter has a frequency of 31.5 Hz to 8 kHz, three different dB ranges, and a 12.5 mm condenser microphone. It has two frequency weightings - the A weighting ranges from 30 to 130 dB, while the C weighting ranges from 35 to 130 dB.
  • Fluke 5080A multi-unit calibrator
    The 5080A calibrator is engineered to accurately and easily calibrate both analog and digital test instruments.
  • Aeroflex TM500 test mobile
    The TM500 test mobile has added support for the 3GPP WCDMA release 9 standard, the latest evolution of the HSPA+ standards, which permits concurrent operation of MIMO (multiple-input, multiple-output) and DC-HSDPA (dual cell high-speed download packet access) to double the maximum data rate to 84 Mbps.
  • Aeroflex CS9000 broadband signal system
    The CS9000 broadband signal system is claimed to be the premier test system for signal generation and recording for simulation and analysis of advanced communications signals in extreme environments.
  • Kingdom BSWA308 sound level meter
    The BSWA308 sound level meter complies with the IEC61672 international standards and features an industrially designed housing. The measurement microphone, which is supported by an ICCP (IEPE) preamplifier, is equipped with a TNC connector so that it can be operated attached or detached from the main processing unit via a microphone extension cable.
  • AEMC Instruments 6501 and 6503 megohmmeters
    The 6501 and 6503 megohmmeters are compact, self-contained, hand-cranked true megohmmeters, designed for a broad range of plant and field service applications, such as acceptance testing and preventive maintenance of wiring, cables, switchgear and motors.
  • Power Parameters Ponovo T200A universal tester
    The Ponovo T200A universal tester is also designed for the testing of current transformers (CTs) including polarity, ratio, excitation and burden impedance. It can also be used as a precision voltmeter and ammeter in the determination of CT parameters.
  • Megger PAT320 portable appliance testers
    The PAT320 portable appliance testers are ready to use in automatic mode straight from the box.
  • HT Italia COMBI419 multifunction meter
    The HT Italia COMBI419 multifunction meter is designed to perform all safety testing and verification of electrical installations in compliance with VDE0100 and BS7671 standards. The instrument is easy to use, having a wide number of measurement ranges.
  • Power Parameters Hioki 3280 series of clamp testers
    The Hioki 3280 series of clamp testers with double opening jaws enables clamping of conductors up to 33 mm in diameter and 35 mm (model 3288 and 3287) even in confined spaces.
  • Anritsu S331E Site Master cable and antenna tester
    The Anritsu S331E Site Master cable and antenna tester has been added to the test and measurement rental fleet.
  • Aeroflex PXI 3030 TD-SCDMA measurement suite
    The PXI 3030 TD-SCDMA measurement suite provides fast production testing of mobile handsets and RFICs based on ETSI 3GPP TS 34-122.
  • Aeroflex 3030 RF digitiser option 103 WLAN measurement suite
    Support has been introduced for MIMO (multiple-input/multiple-output) testing capabilities for the PXI 3000 series manufacturing test system with the introduction of its 3061 module, a multiport RF combiner.
  • Willtek Communications 2305 Stabilock
    Willtek Communications has introduced the 2305 Stabilock, the latest member of the 2300 series specifically designed for TETRA measurements.
  • CAMI Research CableEye cable test systems
    The CableEye range of PC-based cable test systems, from CAMI Research, covers basic electrical continuity measurement, continuity measurement with resistance and high-voltage testing.
  • AEMC Instruments Simple Logger II Model L481
    The Simple Logger II Model L481 is a bipolar 850 VDC data logger that offers a choice of data storage modes and storage rates, allowing operators to configure the logger to optimise memory usage for the application at hand.
  • Aeroflex PXI 3030 CDMA2000/1xEV-DO measurement suite updated
    The PXI 3030 CDMA2000/1xEV-DO measurement suite is now claimed to support Revision B (Rev B) of the standard for production testing of mobile terminals.
  • Aeroflex ALT-8000 radio altimeter test
    Aeroflex has introduced the ALT-8000, claimed to be the world’s first RF-based portable radio altimeter flightline test set. It is a lightweight universal test set for 4.3 GHz FMCW (frequency modulated continuous carrier wave) radio altimeters and pulse radio altimeters with a 12″ colour touch screen.
  • Rohde & Schwarz ROMES2GO autonomous walk test mobile system
    The Rohde & Schwarz ROMES2GO is an autonomous walk test mobile system that records and stores QoS and performance data in 3GPP mobile radio networks.
  • Fluke 772 and 773 milliamp clamp meters
    The Fluke 772 and 773 milliamp clamp meters are designed to measure 4-20 mA signals without ‘breaking the loop’, enabling technicians to measure low-level DC current in PLCs and control systems, correlate process indication with real physical value and save process downtime.
  • CM605 multifunction clamp-on meter
    The CM605 multifunction clamp-on meter is designed for measuring 4-20 mA process signals, as well as the higher currents (up to 100 A) associated with general electrical and industrial monitoring and troubleshooting.
  • Aeroflex SMART^E 5300 general-purpose DC to 40 GHz device
    Aeroflex has introduced the SMART^E 5300, a general-purpose DC to 40 GHz device that tests, monitors and controls any device under test within a single test environment.
  • Aeroflex TM500 TD-LTE multi-UE
    Aeroflex has announced the TM500 TD-LTE multi-UE, adding multiple handset (multi-UE) testing capabilities to its test mobile range supporting TD-LTE infrastructure development.
  • Extech Instruments EX600 series of true RMS clamp meters
    The EX600 series of true RMS clamp meters features an IR thermometer for locating hot spots and NCV, making it an all-in-one solution for both electrical and HVAC professionals.
  • Test mobile
    Aeroflex says its TM500 test mobile supports the 3GPP W-CDMA release 8 dual cell HSDPA (DC-HSDPA) feature.
  • WiMAX tester
    Berkeley Varitronics’ handheld tools are now available with the Panasonic CF-U1 Toughbook.
  • Test platform expands
    Aeroflex has added communications standards to its PXI 3000 series modular test platform, now enabling testing of a variety of 2G and 3G wireless data standards with a single software-defined system.
  • Panel voltmeters
    Murata Power’s low-power, high-brightness, 3½-digit, DMS-20PC digital panel voltmeters are now available with ‘brilliant blue’ or ‘pure green’ LED colours in addition to the current ‘low-power red’.
  • Digital test set
    Aeroflex has enhanced its Auto-Test II function for its 3920 digital radio test set so that it performs test functions as prescribed by the EIA/TIA-603 standard for testing any FM land mobile radio.
  • LTE test mobile
    Aeroflex claims to have achieved a world first with the addition of UE CAT3 and UE CAT4 support to its TM500 LTE test mobile.
  • Avionics test set
    Aeroflex has added IFF test modes 1, 2 and TACAN as standard features to the IFR 6015 ramp test set.
  • Multifunction RF tester
    Willtek Communications has introduced the 2801 Multilock, a small, lightweight, communication tester providing many test capabilities in a single instrument.
  • In-building testing
    Andrew has introduced the Invex.NxG i.Walk in-building wireless tester.
  • Hioki 3490 analog insulation tester
    The Hioki 3490 analog insulation/continuity tester has been designed with the testing requirements of AS/NZS3017 and the domestic installation electrician in mind.
  • Diagnostic tools
    The 2800 series of Huntron Tracker is designed to complement conventional test instruments in the debug and troubleshooting process.
  • Electrical safety analyser
    The ESA620 electrical safety analyser has a selection of three test loads, two protective earth test currents and two insulation test voltages to perform all primary electrical safety tests as well as several additional leakage tests for premium standards compliance worldwide.
  • Earth ground tester
    The Fluke 1625 GEO earth ground testers offer stateless testing to make earth ground loop resistance testing quicker and easier. There is no need for a separate earth ground clamp.
  • Test suite
    Aeroflex has enhanced its support for CDG Stage II interoperability and CDG Stage I signalling conformance testing with the release of a test suite for the C.S0044-A specification.
  • Automated testing
    Aeroflex has released auto-test II Motorola test and alignment support for Motorola XTS-5000 radios.
  • Impedance analysers
    A range of precision impedance analysers with maximum frequencies ranging from 5 to 120 MHz for production, test and research applications has been introduced by Wayne Kerr Electronics.
  • Vitrek electrical safety analyser
    The Vitrek V5 electrical safety analyser combines AC and DC dielectric strength testing, insulation resistance testing, leakage current and high-current ground bond testing in accordance with UL, CSA, IEC and TUV standards.
  • Test set software
    Aeroflex has released version 1.7.4 software for the Aeroflex 3900 series digital radio test set that includes support for Motorola’s Astro SmartNet/SmartZone systems.
  • Handheld test set
    Aeroflex has released software for the 3500 1 GHz handheld radio test set to support Survey Technologies Field Test 6 Software.
  • Portable radio tester
    Agilent has introduced a rugged, portable radio tester that enables one-button testing of FM and SINCGARS (single channel ground air radio system) radios at both the operational and intermediate military testing levels.
  • WiMAX test receiver
    Berkeley Varitronics has unveiled what it claims is the world’s first calibrated, demodulating WiMAX test receiver called YellowFin.
  • Tester calibration service
    The Farnell calibration service for test and measurement instruments provides services including initial calibration for new products, NATA accredited calibration and to check the accuracy of existing test equipment.
  • Portable appliance tester
    The SafeTcheck Pro Logger II is an electrical portable appliance tester (PAT), designed and manufactured in Australia. The tester ensures the electrical safety of appliances complies with the requirements of the current Australian and New Zealand Standard AS/NZS3760 (In-service safety inspection and testing of electrical equipment).
  • Multiport test set
    Agilent has added the 2/4 port, 20 GHz option to its ENA network analysers, as well as introducing an E5092A configurable multiport test set.
  • Cable tester
    The MicroMapper Pro VDV cable tester features a one-button ‘quick check’ test that is claimed to reduce installation time and call-backs by simplifying the use of the test tool and helping reduce user errors.
  • Multifunction tester
    The Kyoritsu 6016 is a 10-in-1 multifunction tester, ergonomically styled with the top cover slotting in beneath the unit while the unit is in use.
  • Wi-Fi optimiser
    Berkeley Varitronics has released Beetle-Bang, a wireless test receiver system that verifies, sweeps, measures and optimises all 802.11 Wi-Fi network standards including 802.11b/g (2.4 GHz), 802.11a (5 GHz) and 802.11n.
  • GPS receiver toolkit
    National Instruments has announced the GPS Toolkit for LabVIEW that expands the RF PXI platform to include multi-satellite GPS signal simulation.
  • Aeroflex digital test set
    Aeroflex has launched the 7100 digital radio test set designed to enable chip-set designers, software developers and handset manufacturers to accelerate the pace of development to meet the requirements of the 3GPP Rel-8 E-UTRAN standard better known as 3G LTE.
  • Thermocouple power sensors for power measurements
    Agilent Technologies has introduced thermocouple power sensors that offer wide dynamic range in average-power measurements.
  • Tester check box
    The ‘Socket & See’ installer check box is a device to check the condition of different makes and models of loop, continuity and RCD testers.
  • OTDR improved
    Yokogawa has released the AQ7275 optical time domain reflectometer for a wide variety of optical fibre installation and maintenance applications.
  • Mobile phone tester
    Willtek Communications has announced two options for tests and measurements on wireless devices supporting HSDPA (high-speed downlink packet access).
  • 3GPP test mobile
    Aeroflex has introduced the TM500 LTE test mobile designed for 3GPP LTE (3G long-term evolution) network infrastructure development test and rollout.
  • Encryption support
    Aeroflex has added an option to its 6113 base station tester for GSM base stations with an A5/3 encryption capability. The support provides a field portable base station tester for installation and commissioning, routine maintenance and fault finding, as well as final unit production testing.
  • Wideband radio communications tester
    The R&S CMW500 marks the entry of a new generation of test equipment from Rohde & Schwarz claiming fast and precise production of current and future wireless devices.
  • Manufacturing test software
    LitePoint has released the IQfact manufacturing test software for products based on Sequans WiMAX chipsets.
  • Validation testing
    The Qualmark Typhoon 1.5 HALT (highly accelerated life test) chamber provides users with the ability to test the stability and reliability of electronic and electromechanical products at an early stage in the design and development process.Test results are available in three days, rather than weeks or months with conventional validation testing.
  • Mobile WiMAX test set
    The Agilent E6651A mobile WiMAX test set enables designers and manufacturers to accelerate time-to-market for their IEEE802.16e subscriber products.
  • Insulation resistance meter
    The Quadtech 1860 insulation resistance meter measures resistance from 250 kW to 20 TW (20 x 1012W) at test voltages selectable from 50, 100, 250, 500 and 1000 with a basic accuracy of ±10%.
  • Mixer for instrumentation
    Test instrumentation may need to accommodate signals having a wide percentage frequency bandwidth. For easy processing of these RF signals, the input can be up-converted to reduce the percentage bandwidth.
  • Wireless meter monitoring
    Halytech has released a utility meter monitoring system suitable for industries such as water, gas, electricity and many other types of meters.
  • WiMAX test tool kit
    Agilent's free WiMAX test tool kit provides the information needed to efficiently and effectively simulate, troubleshoot and verify designs for 802.16-2004 and 802.16 OFDMA applications. It includes application notes, presentations, product information, instrument set-up files and more.
  • Resistance meter
    The 1868A and 1868D ultra-high insulation resistance meters from Quadtech measure resistance from 10 k to 1 P (1015) at voltages from 10 to 1000 (1868 A) and from 50 to 5000 (1868D).
  • Portable test system
    The Seaward ProTag Optima system is claimed to be the world's most compact portable appliance and RCD testing, tag printing and record keeping system.
  • Antenna calibration
    Antenna calibration, critical field strength measurements and the validation of antenna and field strength test sites require special measure to establish test reference standards.
  • Narrow band evaluation
    The narrow band evaluation kit from Radiometrix can be used by design engineers to evaluate all products in the company's portfolio of narrow band multi-channel and single-frequency modules.
  • Broadband noise source
    York EMC Services has introduced the CNE III comparison noise emitter.
  • Handheld tester for cable and antenna installation and maintenance
    Agilent has introduced a handheld, battery-operated cable and antenna tester for field engineers and technicians.
  • Entry-level test set
    Aeroflex has launched an entry-level version of its 6113 digital radio test set for testing mobile base stations, targeted primarily at emerging markets including Africa, South America and Eastern Europe.
  • Benchtop tester
    Agilent has announced 7.2/2 Mbps HSPA IP data connection and HSUPA RF measurement capabilities for its wireless communications test set running the special high data rate W-CDMA/HSDPA lab application.
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  • Test system for Marine Corps
    Aeroflex has won a five-year, $47m contract with the US Marine Corps to supply ground radio maintenance automatic test systems.
  • Test set receives certification
    The IFF-45TS avionics test set from Aeroflex has received certification from the US Department of Defence International AIMS program office.
  • Test mobiles for China
    Aeroflex has secured a series of sales for the TD-LTE version of its TM500 test mobiles from various suppliers of mobile infrastructure equipment in China.
  • WiMAX testing partnership
    Berkeley Varitronics and EDX Wireless are providing compatibility between the YellowFin Mobile WiMAX analyser and EDX SignalPro software.
  • Radio probes vehicle waves
    Connectivity Lab researchers at the University of California, Berkeley are delving deeper into the channel characteristics of vehicles in motion communicating via dedicated short-range communications based on IEEE 802.11p.
  • China standardises
    MTNet, the CDMA Certification Forum accredited conformance test lab established within the Ministry of Information Industries in China, has standardised on the Aeroflex 6402 AIME CDMA test platform for 1cEV-DO Rev A and A-GPS testing.
  • Partnership develops mobile devices
    Aeroflex and Innowireless have signed a technology partnership designed to accelerate the development of 3GPP LTE mobile devices for subscribers.
  • Singapore service centre
    Aeroflex has opened a regional service centre in Singapore that enables its test solutions division to provide instrument service support.
  • Support for W-CDMA A-GPS conformance testing
    Aeroflex has introduced the 6401 AIME A-GPS which it claims is the only test platform available that supports the industry-standard TTCN A-GPS protocol test cases as well as the Minimum Performance tests and the Open Mobile Alliance SUPL V1.0 (secure user plane location) conformance tests, as mandated by the Global Certification Forum and PTCRB handset certification bodies.
  • Test technology partnership announced
    WiMAX test leader Aeroflex and Sequans Communications, a developer of WiMAX semiconductor solutions, have entered into a test technology partnership.
  • Mobile WiMAX certification testing begins
    The WiMAX Forum has announced the beginning of Mobile WiMAX certification testing and evaluation of Mobile WiMAX products in AT4 wireless facilities in Malaga, Spain.
  • Development of TD-SCDMA protocol conformance test system
    Aeroflex and the Beijing StarPoint Telecommunication Software Company have announced an agreement to jointly develop the first full TD-SCDMA protocol conformance test system.
  • WiMAX Forum to launch certification lab in India
    The WiMAX Forum has announced plans to create an official certification laboratory in India by 2008.
  • Joint development agreement
    Aeroflex and the Beijing StarPoint Telecommunication Software Company have announced an agreement to jointly develop what claims to be the first full TD-SCDMA protocol conformance test system.
  • Certification lab to open in October
    The WiMAX Forum has announced plans to open a North America-based certification test lab.
  • Contract to supply advanced manufacturing test solutions
    Aeroflex has entered into a multi-year contract to supply advanced manufacturing test solutions worth in excess of $10 million with a supplier of mobile phones and communications devices.
  • Testing approval
    CTIA-The Wireless Association has approved AT4 wireless as a CTIA authorised testing laboratory for over-the-air (OTA) performance testing. The company has been added to the CTIA Online Certification database as authorised to conduct over-the-air performance testing for CTIA.
  • Official test equipment for WiMAX certification announced
    Aeroflex and AT4 wireless have announced that the WiMAX Forum has designated the Aeroflex/AT4 wireless MINT223x protocol conformance test system and AT4 wireless MINT T2110 radio conformance test system as official test equipment for WiMAX Certification (802.16-2005).
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