IQnxn® WiFi MIMO Test Systems

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LitePoint IQnxn® WiFi MIMO R&D Test Solution features multiple, synchronized vector signal analysis (VSA) and vector signal generator (VSG) instruments designed to characterize and test the latest MIMO WiFi products. MIMO is very challenging to test. LitePoint has addressed the challenge, making MIMO test simple and low cost.

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Integrated, synchronized VSAs & VSGs

The flexible system allows developers, chipset vendors, and brand owners to test any and all configurations, including 2X, 3X and 4X, by adding LitePoint IQnxn Expansion Units . Due to LitePoint’s close work with key MIMO chipset solution makers, the system profiles the performance of popular MIMO devices with confidence.

Features

  • Includes IQnxn MIMO Software Suite and IQsignal Software Suite
  • Only test solution with multiple integrated and synchronized VSA and VSG functions for testing advanced MIMO products
  • Supports major current MIMO implementations and is software upgradeable to 802.11n when finalized
  • High performance RF and EVM accuracy
  • I/Q analog baseband input and output ports – for testing and validation through RF and baseband ports
  • Expandable to meet your needs – use IQnxn Expansion Units to accomplish 2x3, 3x3 and 4x4 MIMO testing
  • Flexible – tests both WiFi and Bluetooth with optional LitePoint programs
  • Optional software includes IQwave WLAN Waveform Generator Software, LitePoint Bluetooth Software and IQfact Manufacturing Test Software

Benefits

  • Faster time to production
    • No learning curve – intuitive user interface gives R&D engineers immediate and easy access to standards compliant test function
    • Seamless transition from to factory floor with use of MIMO chip-specific IQfact Production Test Software by manufacturing
    • Flexible test system accommodates other configurations (2x3, 3x3, 4x4) by simply adding LitePoint IQnxn Expansion Units
  • Reduced manufacturing costs
    • LitePoint’s work with key MIMO chipset solution makers to profile performance of popular MIMO devices eliminates need for development and QA to do so
    • Can be used on the manufacturing floor
  • Capital investment protected and extended
    • “Future-proof” software upgrades
    • Upgrades ensure compliance with WLAN and MIMO standards changes

System Requirements

  • PC: Intel® Pentium® Processor or compatible
  • Operating system: Microsoft Windows 2000; Windows XP Professional; Windows XP Home Edition
  • Memory: 128MB of RAM
  • Disk space: 200MB of available hard disk space
  • Monitor: 1024 x 768 resolution
  • Connectivity: TCP/IP over 10/100BaseT Ethernet

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