Multi-Standard Wireless Production Testing in One Modular Platform
The Anritsu MT8870A Universal Wireless Test Set is designed for efficient non-signalling RF testing of multi-standard wireless devices on high-volume manufacturing lines.
Up to four TRX test modules can be installed in one MT8870A mainframe, allowing test resources to be configured around the wireless technologies, production capacity, and DUT architecture required for each manufacturing line. Supported applications include 5G NR Sub-6 GHz, LTE/LTE-Advanced, LTE-V2X, NB-IoT, Cat-M, WLAN, Bluetooth, and additional cellular and connectivity technologies depending on the installed module, frequency option, measurement software, and waveform licenses.
Up to Four Parallel Test Units
Install up to four independently controlled test modules to support parallel RF testing and higher production-line utilization.
5G, LTE, V2X, WLAN & Bluetooth
Use one configurable platform for multiple cellular and connectivity technologies instead of separate single-standard testers.
Built-In VSG and VSA
Each TRX test module incorporates signal-generation and signal-analysis functions for transmitter and receiver RF testing.
Up to 200 MHz Bandwidth
MU887002A provides 200 MHz analysis and modulation bandwidth, while MU887000A and MU887001A provide 160 MHz.
The modular architecture also supports production optimization methods including sequence measurements, multi-standard measurement workflows, and software-controlled DUT scheduling. MU887002A extends the platform for high-density multi-antenna devices with two TRX test sections and 12 RF test ports per TRX section.
Parallel Multi-Device Production Testing
Up to four test modules can be installed in one MT8870A mainframe. With the applicable configuration, up to four DUTs can be measured simultaneously to increase manufacturing-line utilization and throughput.
Multi-Standard Wireless Test Platform
Configure the system for 5G NR Sub-6 GHz, LTE/LTE-Advanced, LTE-V2X, NB-IoT, Cat-M, WLAN, Bluetooth, and additional supported wireless technologies using the required measurement software and waveform licenses.
5G NR Sub-6 GHz Testing
Supports non-signalling RF transmitter and receiver testing for 5G NR Sub-6 GHz, including FDD and TDD configurations and applicable EN-DC measurement functions when the required software is installed.
Built-In Vector Signal Generator and Analyzer
Each TRX test module incorporates signal-generation and signal-analysis hardware for Tx measurements such as power and modulation quality and Rx testing using generated downlink waveforms.
160 MHz or 200 MHz Measurement Bandwidth
MU887000A and MU887001A provide 160 MHz bandwidth, while MU887002A provides 200 MHz bandwidth for wider-band 5G NR and WLAN production-test applications.
Wi-Fi 6, Wi-Fi 6E and Wi-Fi 7 Test Capability
WLAN measurement software supports standards through IEEE 802.11ax. MU887002A adds IEEE 802.11be support, and the MU887002A-007 hardware option extends applicable RF ports to 7.3 GHz for 6 GHz-band testing.
High-Density Multi-Antenna Connectivity
MU887002A incorporates two independently controlled TRX sections with 12 RF test ports per section, reducing the need for external RF switching or divider hardware in multi-antenna production setups.
Non-Signalling Sequence Measurement
Preset measurement sequences execute multiple RF test conditions without repeatedly issuing individual remote-control commands, helping reduce line tact time.
Multi-DUT Measurement Scheduling
Optional MX887090A Multi-DUT Measurement Scheduler manages measurement software and hardware resources to improve test-unit utilization across production workflows.
Production Automation Interfaces
Ethernet-based remote control is supported, with optional GPIB available for applicable configurations. Anritsu also provides remote-command examples, CombiView PC software, and programming resources for production-system integration.
High-volume smartphone RF production testing
5G NR Sub-6 GHz device and module manufacturing
LTE and LTE-Advanced production testing
Automotive LTE-V2X and IEEE 802.11p device testing
WLAN Wi-Fi 6 / Wi-Fi 6E / Wi-Fi 7 production testing
Bluetooth device and module production testing
NB-IoT and Cat-M IoT device manufacturing
Multi-radio combo-module verification
Multi-antenna wireless-device calibration and verification
Automated RF transmitter and receiver testing
Production-line calibration and verification stations
GNSS and additional connectivity-device manufacturing tests
MT8870A Specifications
| Product Type | Modular wireless production test system |
|---|---|
| Measurement Method | Non-signalling RF transmitter and receiver testing |
| Number of Module Slots | 4 |
| Supported TRX Test Modules | MU887000A, MU887001A, MU887002A |
| Simultaneous DUT Measurement | Up to 4 DUTs with the applicable four-test-unit configuration |
| Maximum Measurement Bandwidth | 160 MHz with MU887000A/MU887001A; 200 MHz with MU887002A |
| Maximum Supported RF Frequency | Up to 7.3 GHz with MU887002A and MU887002A-007 7 GHz Extension Function |
| Remote Control | 1000BASE-T Ethernet; optional GPIB for applicable configurations |
| External Reference Input | 10 MHz, BNC |
| Reference Signal Output | 10 MHz, BNC |
| Trigger | 4 rear-panel trigger input/output ports, TTL level |
| Dimensions | 426 (W) × 221.5 (H) × 498 (D) mm, excluding projections |
| Mainframe Mass | ≤11.5 kg excluding options and test modules |
| Maximum Configured Mass | ≤30.0 kg including options and test modules |
| Power Supply | 100 to 120 VAC / 200 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz |
| Maximum Power Consumption | ≤900 VA including options and test modules |
| Operating Temperature | +5°C to +45°C |
MT8870A TRX Test Module Comparison
| Specification | MU887000A | MU887001A | MU887002A |
|---|---|---|---|
| TRX Architecture | Single TRX test unit | Single TRX test unit | Two independently controlled TRX test units |
| Signal Generator / Analyzer | Built in | Built in | Built into each TRX section |
| Standard Frequency Range | 10 MHz to 3.8 GHz | 10 MHz to 3.8 GHz | 400 MHz to 6 GHz |
| Extended Frequency Range | Up to 6 GHz with MU887000A-001 | Up to 6 GHz with MU887001A-001 | Up to 7.3 GHz with MU887002A-007 on applicable RF ports |
| Measurement / Modulation Bandwidth | 160 MHz max. | 160 MHz max. | 200 MHz max. |
| RF Test Ports | 4 | 4 | 24 total — 12 per TRX section |
| IEEE 802.11be / Wi-Fi 7 | Not listed as supported | Not listed as supported | Supported with required software |
| 6 GHz WLAN / NR-U Range | — | — | Requires MU887002A-007 |
| Audio Measurement Hardware | Optional | Optional | Not supported |
| Remote Control | Ethernet; GPIB option | Ethernet; GPIB option | Ethernet |
Supported Wireless Technologies
| Technology | Support | Configuration Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 5G NR Sub-6 GHz | Supported | FDD/TDD non-signalling RF testing with required TX measurement software and RX waveform licenses; applicable EN-DC functions supported by software option |
| LTE / LTE-Advanced | Supported | FDD/TDD measurement capability depends on installed measurement software and waveform licenses |
| LTE-V2X | Supported | Physical-layer RF Tx/Rx production testing with applicable LTE-V2X software and waveform packages |
| NB-IoT / Cat-M | Supported | Requires applicable measurement software and waveform files |
| WLAN 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax | Supported | Requires corresponding WLAN TX measurement software and waveform packages |
| WLAN 802.11p / DSRC V2X | Supported | Requires applicable WLAN 802.11p measurement software and waveform files |
| WLAN 802.11be / Wi-Fi 7 | Supported with MU887002A | Requires MX887034A TX Measurement and MV887034A Waveforms; 6 GHz-band testing requires MU887002A-007 |
| Bluetooth | Supported | BR/EDR and Bluetooth Low Energy functions depend on installed Bluetooth measurement software and waveforms |
| Legacy Cellular | Supported | Includes applicable W-CDMA/HSPA, GSM/EDGE, TD-SCDMA, CDMA2000 and 1xEV-DO functions |
| GNSS / Other Connectivity | Supported depending on configuration | GPS, Galileo, GLONASS, BeiDou, QZSS, ZigBee / IEEE 802.15.4 and Z-Wave support requires applicable software or waveform packages |
Wireless-standard support is determined by the installed TRX test module, hardware frequency options, TX measurement software, and RX waveform licenses. Individual capabilities should therefore be configured by application rather than assumed to be standard on every MT8870A.
