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Radio Communication Analyzer MT8821C

The Anritsu MT8821C Radio Communication Analyzer is an advanced all-in-one test solution for RF testing and calibration of mobile devices, including smartphones, IoT modules, tablets, and UE chipsets. Supporting technologies from LTE-A to 2G/3G, it offers high-speed, automated testing with MIMO, CA, and DSS support, making it a robust tool for R&D and production..

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The MT8821C Radio Communication Analyzer by Anritsu is engineered for cutting-edge R&D and RF calibration of next-generation mobile devices and communication modules. It builds upon the robust capabilities of the MT8820C, offering improved automation, extended MIMO/CA support, and intuitive user interaction.

With built-in support for LTE/LTE-A, Cat-M1/NB-IoT, W-CDMA, TD-SCDMA, and GSM/EGPRS, it provides complete RF transceiver measurement solutions. The analyzer supports up to 6CC Carrier Aggregation and 4x4 MIMO, ensuring it meets the testing needs of the most advanced chipsets and smartphones.

The MT8821C is ideal for high-efficiency production lines, offering automated PASS/FAIL validation, fast parameter search, bookmarking, and graph customization. Additionally, its built-in RF front end allows output routing for OTA testing or external spectrum analysis without the need for external switches.

For labs transitioning to 5G, it seamlessly supports DSS (Dynamic Spectrum Sharing) scenarios with the MT8000A, offering a hybrid LTE/NR test environment. Its backwards compatibility ensures continued use of legacy MT8820 test scripts, protecting previous investments.

Whether you need RF tuning, throughput benchmarking, functional testing, or SAR compliance, the MT8821C is a future-ready, operator-friendly solution for all test stages—R&D, integration, and certification.

  1. All-in-One Support: RF TRx measurements for LTE/LTE-A, Cat-M1, NB-IoT, W-CDMA, GSM, and TD-SCDMA.

  2. MIMO and Carrier Aggregation Ready: Supports LTE-A 2CC 4x4 MIMO, 4CC 2x2 MIMO in one box; expandable up to 6CC with interlocked units.

  3. Built-in Windows 7 Server: Enables direct IP data throughput testing without external PCs.

  4. Auto PASS/FAIL Judgments: Based on preconfigured 3GPP RF test cases.

  5. Remote Control Capability: GPIB/Ethernet automation via Anritsu’s ATS (Automated Test System).

  6. Flexible Parameter Settings: Compliant with 3GPP/3GPP2 standards for RF and protocol testing.

  7. Built-in Internal RF Front-End: Eliminates need for external combiners; supports conducted & OTA testing.

  8. Enhanced GUI and Touch Panel: Large, swipe-enabled screen with fast switching between graph views.

  9. Comprehensive Functional Tests: OTA, SAR, DSS, DSDA, SVLTE, and VoLTE echoback.

  10. Backward Compatibility: Seamless upgrade from MT8820C with existing tools and commands.

Parameter Details
Model MT8821C
Technology Support LTE, LTE-A, Cat-M1, NB-IoT, W-CDMA, GSM, TD-SCDMA, LTE-U/LAA, DSS
MIMO Support 2CC 4x4 MIMO, 4CC 2x2 MIMO (single unit); 6CC & 5CC MIMO (interlocked units)
Carrier Aggregation Up to 6CC (via multiple units)
Built-in OS Windows 7 Embedded PC
Front-End Switching Built-in RF combiner/divider setup
RF Tests TRx measurements, IP throughput, VoLTE, OTA, SAR, Inter-RAT, DSDA, SVLTE
Display & Interface Large touch screen GUI with swipe/tap interface
Automation Interface GPIB and Ethernet (ATS software compatible)
Frequency Bands 2G to LTE-A, with 5 GHz LTE-U/LAA
Remote Tool Compatibility Fully compatible with MT8820C scripts and controls
Throughput Testing End-to-end IP data testing; DSS with MT8000A