Overview Of The E6601A Test Set - Agilent Technologies e6601a Application Note

Overview of the
E6601A Test Set
The Agilent E6601A is a one-box test set for mobile phone manufacturing based
on a new platform. An important feature of this new platform is the embedded
PC, which runs the Windows XP Professional
engineers and programmers now can work in a familiar computing environment
using a keyboard, mouse, and monitor connected to the test set. They can run
any current Windows-compatible program on the test set without having to
convert the code. Furthermore, they can make use of all Windows platform
features such as remote access.
A test set with a built-in PC has other advantages.
• Saves space – Placing a PC and monitor is always challenging on a production
line. Rarely does the rack have adequate space. By combining the PC and
monitor into the test set, the E6601 eliminates this headache. The front panel
can be controlled through automation, with a mouse, or by standard front-
panel buttons.
• Easy to deploy and maintain – An all-in-one solution makes moving and
deployment easy. As no external PC and accessories are needed, production
managers can rearrange or build new production lines more quickly. The test
set is easier to maintain, and there are fewer parts and connections to worry
about. Most regular maintenance, such as software upgrades and daily or
monthly alignment, can even be performed remotely by LAN.
• Helps reduce the expenses associated with buying and operating
equipment – The E6601A saves money by reducing the need for PCs, GPIB
devices and accessories, racks and floor space used for computers, and
computer maintenance costs. Test engineers and programmers also do not
have to use proprietary test development tools and can get started testing
more quickly.
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