Symptom(s)
APX6500BN Radios are failing low power level tests showing 0.97 watts using Aeroflex 8800S when compared to APX6500AN models.
Issue
APX6500AN models have a default transmit power level minimum of 10W for VHF.
Newer radios such as the APX6500BN have a default transmit power level minimum of 1W for VHF.
Setting found in Radio Wide - Transmit Power Level Minimum - Frequency Band - VHF
Environment
APX6500BN
Resolution
Working as designed. Different tests should be setup for each model.
See the Viavi 8800S documentation for instructions to change testing limit
Contact Viavi if assistance is needed.