Tektronix and Siemens partner to develop next-generation Mobile Telecomm test solution

Tektronix (Beaverton, OR), a provider for developing test, measurement, and monitoring equipment, today announced that Siemens' Information and Communication Mobile, a division of Siemens AG has chosen to partner with Tektronix to develop a customized Core Network (CN) test and simulation solution for Universal Mobile Telecommunication Systems (UMTS) based networks. Siemens will use the Tektronix K1297 protocol tester to verify the correct operation of components for system integration with UTMS networks.

The partnership covers the development of UMTS test software for the IU interface integrated with the new Tektronix K1297 G20 software platform, creating a customized test solution enabling Siemens to develop the CN components of a UMTS-based network. These test modules cover the entire functional testing of signaling protocols such as RANAP and data service protocols at the IU interface.

The new software platform expands the Tektronix K1297's simulation and emulation options to include the UMTS monitoring functionality. The software design is based on new technologies including IP/ATM transmission.

The K1297 protocol tester is a multi-interface, multi-protocol test instrument that offers simulation, emulation, and analysis features, as well as compliance testing facilities. The K1297 protocol tester may be used by engineers or technicians on development platforms or in the field in the installation and maintenance phases.

The combination of hardware and software allows subscriber simulations or network simulations to be conducted, as well as endurance tests. The K1297 protocol tester can serve as a large-capacity system for signaling and traffic links, incorporating extremely complex protocols.

The Information and Communication Mobile Group of Siemens AG covers the entire mobile telephone business, both in terms of communications devices and network technology and applications. The product range for communication devices comprises mobile phones and ISDN cards, through to mobile organizers and cordless and corded telephones, while for infrastructure the range includes the entire network technology, from base stations through switching systems and up to applications and intelligent networks.

Tektronix is a test, measurement, and monitoring company providing measurement solutions to the semiconductor, computer, and telecommunication industries. Tektronix enables its customers to design, build, deploy, and manage next-generation global communication networks and Internet technologies.

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Edited by Paul O'Shea
Managing Editor, TestandMeasurement.com