Anite SAS Enables Faster Handset-Protocol Debugging

Anite has announced the availability of SAS(H), an extension of its SAS(A) network simulator. SAS(H), a software host-based version of its SAS(A), an integration and interoperability tester that simulates a multi-cell, multi-radio-access-technology network, provides a fast means to design and execute tests on developers' handset-protocol stacks before integration onto target hardware.

SAS(H) provides the SAS application over a software host platform for testing a protocol stack in isolation of any system hardware. Stack debugging can now be achieved long before full hardware integration by identifying problems earlier in the development cycle. SAS(H) is complementary to Anite's SAS(A) platform as identical tests can be run on both platforms. Developers can therefore ensure testing continuity and easily implement a regression testing programme across the whole terminal development process.

"Systems integration probably represents the most challenging aspect of handset development, as all the components are brought together and tested. Frequently errors are discovered in the protocol stack at this stage, in part because testing has not been adequate during early development," said Rick Gelaky, Product Manager, Anite. "SAS(H) allows developers to test discrete or integrated parts of the protocol stack in advance and the combined use of SAS(H) and SAS(A) reduces the time in getting debugged handsets to market, allowing operators, and thus manufacturers, to earn revenue faster."

SAS(H) is available now."

Posted to the site on 18th June 2007