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The LitePoint IQnav® is a test solution for GPS device manufacturing. It provides GPS signal generation capability for L1 (1575.42 MHz) frequencies over a wide power range supporting both conducted and radiated test methods. The instrument offers both C/C++ level API interfaces for rapid integration into production test systems along with Graphical User Interfaces (GUI) for simple and rapid debug in verifi­cation environments.

For GPS testing, all key parameters for GPS signal creation are user-de­finable including navigation data, space vehicle number, and Doppler shift (+/- 10 kHz). Additionally, the IQnav Test System supports accurate CW signal output levels up to -60 dBm through a single test port connector allowing a simple power meter to be used to verify ­fixture losses as well as overall system accuracy.

The IQnav is available in one- and six-channel models to support various GPS test needs. A six-channel model allows for Carrier to Noise (C/N) and location “­x” testing to be performed in the same connection, resulting in test time savings and better test quality than using “over the air” GPS signals to verify location “­x” capabilities.

For CDMA equipped handset models, the IQnav has specially engineered input and output triggers for synchronization with handset testers. This allows for seamless testing of assisted GPS (A-GPS) handsets.

Ideal For:

• Advanced Cellular Handset Manufacturers
• Module Manufacturers
• Personal Navigation Device (PND) Makers

Features:

• Wide Power Range(-140 dBm to -60 dBm)through a single connector supports conducted and radiated test needs
• CW signal mode– Allows fixture loss characterization and validation with power meter
• One – and six-channel models- With +/- 10 kHz Doppler shift capability allow both C/N and location ¬x testing
• Synthetic Power Sweep(6 channel model)- allows up to six power levels to be verifi­ed in one sensitivity measurement
• A-GPS testing through trigger in and out connections for handset tester synchronization

Benefits:

• Test device and calibrate test set up from one RF port
• Simplifies test set-up calibration
• Do six power level checks in one sweep
• Test A-GPS

Product Categories: GPS - A GPS

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