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Extend Trusted GNSS Simulation to More Users and Project Phases
Teams across development, production, and field operations need consistent, repeatable global navigation satellite system (GNSS) test results — but high-end simulation platforms can be complex and costly to deploy at scale. Keysight Essential PNT Emulator Hardware addresses this gap with a cost-effective, compact, rack-mountable simulator built on software-defined radio (SDR) technology. It supports multi-constellation, dual-frequency signals across GPS, Galileo, GLONASS, BeiDou, QZSS, IRNSS, and SBAS — with guided-workflow software that simplifies scenario creation and reduces operator error. In-field upgrade paths let teams add capacity and constellations as requirements grow.
Multi-Constellation Coverage
Simulate GPS, Galileo, GLONASS, BeiDou, QZSS, IRNSS, and SBAS signals across dual-frequency bands from a single RF output.
Guided-Workflow Software
Set up scenarios with minimal training using built-in constellation and navigation modeling, reducing the learning curve and risk of human error.
Development to Production
Deploy across functional testing, performance evaluation, and production-line validation with a compact 2U form factor suited to lab and field environments.
In-Field Scalability
Add a second SDR card or enable additional constellations and signal capabilities through software feature keys — without returning the unit for service.
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Modular design
Up to 2 software-defined radio (SDR) cards; 1RF output
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Emulation options
Frequency bands: L1, L2, L5, L6; Up to 2 bands concurrently
Popular Configurations
PNT Xe Simulation System
PNT Xe is a compact, rack-mountable GNSS simulator with multi-constellation support and guided-workflow software for development and production testing.
PNT Xe is a compact, rack-mountable GNSS simulator with multi-constellation support and guided-workflow software for development and production testing.
The resources below will help you learn more about the PNT Xe platform.
Data Sheet
PNT Xe Datasheet
Brochure
PNT Xe
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PNT Xe Explainer
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Frequently Asked Questions
PNT Xe supports GPS, Galileo, GLONASS, BeiDou, Quasi-Zenith Satellite System (QZSS), Indian Regional Navigation Satellite System (IRNSS), and satellite-based augmentation systems (SBAS) including WAAS, EGNOS, MSAS, and GAGAN. It generates dual-frequency signals across L1, L2, L5, E1, E5, B1, B2, B3, and other bands — with up to 128 independent channels across two software-defined radio (SDR) cards.
The PNT Xe Control Software uses a guided-workflow interface that walks operators through scenario setup step by step. Built-in constellation and navigation modeling means users set a few key parameters and press "run" — without deep GNSS simulation expertise. Features include configurable motion trajectories via the SimROUTE tool, atmospheric and multipath modeling, interactive constellation power control, and sky plot displays.
PNT Xe supports in-field upgrades, including adding a second SDR card for additional frequency coverage and enabling new constellations or signal capabilities through software feature keys. The Single Channel Utility (SCU) software can also be upgraded to the full Control Software. These upgrade paths allow teams to scale capability without replacing the hardware.
Yes. PNT Xe supports GPS authorized AES M-Code testing through the SimMCODE option. This capability is available to authorized users only.
PNT Xe is the Essential tier in the Keysight PNT emulator hardware portfolio. It provides multi-constellation, dual-frequency simulation with guided-workflow software in a compact 2U form factor — designed for development, production, and field use. The GSS7000 (Expert tier) and PNT X (Pro tier) offer expanded channel counts, additional signal capabilities, and advanced scenario control for more complex test requirements.