Anritsu Fully Automates Hybrid eCall Automotive Emergency Call System Certification Tests

Anritsu announced the launch of a test solution compliant with the EN 18052:2025 Hybrid eCall certification standard that fully automates complex certification test cases. Automating complex standard-compliant test procedures, including communication system switching and multi-stage test sequences, using one-button operation, halves overall test times compared to conventional methods while assuring both reliability and high reproducibility.

This industry‑first* solution has achieved EN 18052:2025 certification based on evaluation by cetecom advanced GmbH, a leading organization in electronic equipment certification. With widespread adoption by certification test houses and automotive manufacturers, this industry-leading solution has established a high level of reliability.

Hybrid eCall certification testing uses complex test setups due to the need for communication system switching and multi-stage test sequences. As a result, traditional testing is cumbersome and dependent on operator expertise, creating a significant burden during development and certification. Against this background, customers using Anritsu’s measurement solution without automation made strong demands for test automation supporting error-free, repeatable execution and contributing to shorter development cycles.

To meet their needs, Anritsu has developed this new one-button test automation of complex standard-compliant tests, achieving significantly reduced test times. In addition, even novice operators can test reliably and repeatably under identical conditions to achieve consistent test quality. By improving overall operational efficiency, this solution supports all stages of in-vehicle system development right through to verification and certification.    

The eCall in-vehicle emergency call system automatically requests assistance after a traffic accident. When the in-vehicle onboard sensor detects a collision, the in-vehicle system (IVS) automatically sends location and vehicle information to a Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP), enabling operators to dispatch rescue assistance promptly based on received data.

Conventional eCall systems use 2G/3G networks, but Next Generation eCall (NG eCall) using 4G networks is being adopted widely in recent years. NG eCall supports faster and more stable communications, enabling advanced functions, such as transmission of accident scene images.

The European Union made NG eCall mandatory from January 1, 2026, requiring compliance by automotive manufacturers.

However, conventional eCall remains necessary in regions where 4G networks are not fully available. As a result, Hybrid eCall, which switches between NG eCall and conventional eCall depending on network availability, has attracted increasing attention. By supporting Hybrid eCall, automotive manufacturers can ensure reliable emergency call services regardless of region.

This solution simulates the PSAP required to develop Hybrid eCall-compliant IVS.

• Hybrid eCall Evaluation Solution Configuration:

• Signalling Tester MD8475B

• eCall Software

• NG eCall Software Option

• Hybrid eCall Software Option

For more information, please contact Anritsu.

Key Features

• Single MD8475B executes Hybrid eCall standard-compliant tests

• One-button automation for efficient evaluation of complex Hybrid eCall tests without switching multiple software tools

• Supports Single Radio Voice Call Continuity (SRVCC), enabling seamless handover of VoLTE (Voice over LTE) calls from LTE networks to 2G or 3G networks

Anritsu is committed to strong support for automotive manufacturers developing and obtaining Hybrid eCall device certification, helping build a safe and secure mobile society.

Source: Anritsu media announcement