SANTA CLARA, Calif., Sept. 24, 2010 - Agilent Technologies Inc. (NYSE: A) today announced the Agilent N6070A series signaling conformance test for 3GPP LTE user equipment (UE), which extends the capability of the new Agilent PXT Mobile Communications Test Set to a complete signaling conformance test solution (also known as protocol conformance test or PCT). This innovative test solution is an essential tool for LTE developers needing to verify their protocol implementation and ensure reliable performance on LTE networks. The new solution allows operators to quickly deploy robust user equipment, such as smart phones and data cards.

Equipment developers, accredited test laboratories and network operators require validated test cases and test equipment to verify that protocol implementations conform to core LTE specifications. To address this need, the LTE signaling conformance test solution, using the Agilent PXT, includes a significant number of GCF/ PTCRB-validated test cases will expand as the standards evolve.

Users can implement more comprehensive test coverage by creating their own custom test cases that go beyond the necessary core requirements to execute supplementary and wide-ranging test scenarios. A Windows®-based user interface with TTCN-3 scripting environment, a programming language used for testing of communication protocols, makes it easy to configure a range of network parameters.

"Signaling conformance test, with validated test cases and support for test case customization, is the next evolutionary step for the PXT" said Guy Séné, vice president and general manager of Agilent's Microwave and Communications Division. "Agilent's new test solution goes beyond the traditional LTE development cycle. The new test solution is invaluable for development test, regression test, pre-conformance test, conformance test and network acceptance test."

The Agilent PXT represents a significant breakthrough in LTE testing, providing both base-station emulation and TTCN-3 script-based protocol test capabilities for all planned LTE deployments. This portfolio affords greater insight to complex RF, protocol and performance issues in a controlled laboratory environment. Regular feature updates will be made available as the LTE standards evolve. The PXT is backed by dedicated technical support representatives in all major geographies.

U.S. Pricing and Availability

The E6621A PXT Wireless Communications Test Set and the new N6070A series signaling conformance test are available to order today. Pricing is dependent on specific configuration.

For additional information about the E6621A PXT wireless communications test set, go to www.agilent.com/find/PXT. For additional information about the N6070A series signaling conformance test, go to www.agilent.com/find/N6070A. More information about Agilent's LTE design and test portfolio is available at www.agilent.com/find/LTE .

The backgrounder "Understanding LTE" is available at www.agilent.com/about/newsroom/tmnews/background/lte. PXT images are available at www.agilent.com/find/PXT_images. The book "LTE and the Evolution to 4G Wireless -- Design and Measurement Challenges" can be ordered at www.agilent.com/find/ltebook.

About Agilent 3GPP LTE Test

Along with its partners, Agilent provides a broad, comprehensive portfolio of LTE solutions. In addition to addressing LTE basics and test challenges, Agilent also outlines the technology; describes deployment and standard milestones; and offers resources for those requiring more in-depth LTE technology information. Agilent is able to offer greater insight into LTE designs because of its insight into complex LTE technology; evolving LTE standards and how to test to them; and deeper insight into the root causes of design problems. Agilent is a recognized leader in wireless access and continues to play a pivotal role in the development, revision and implementation of 3GPP and the new 4G LTE technology.

About Agilent Technologies

Agilent Technologies Inc. (NYSE: A) is the world's premier measurement company and a technology leader in chemical analysis, life sciences, electronics and communications. The company's 18,500 employees serve customers in more than 100 countries. Agilent had net revenues of $4.5 billion in fiscal 2009. Information about Agilent is available at www.agilent.com.