The Agilent/Keysight L2056XA is a LAN-connected average power sensor delivering wide dynamic range measurement capability across microwave and millimeter-wave frequencies. Purpose-built for precision power characterization in manufacturing and laboratory environments, it combines fast real-time acquisition with zero dead time pulse measurement and internal calibration to minimize measurement uncertainty.
Technical Specifications
Frequency Range: 10 MHz to 54 GHz
Power Measurement Range:
• −70 dBm to +20 dBm (10 MHz to 50 GHz)
• −70 dBm to +15 dBm (>50 GHz to 54 GHz)
Measurement Speed: 50,000 readings/sec for real-time operation
Sampling Rate:
• 20 Msample/sec for single-shot real-time capture
• 1 Msample/sec variable sampling mode
Video Bandwidth: 5 MHz
Memory: 1 M sample buffer for extended data logging
Connector: 1.85 mm male
– Key Features
• Real-time measurement with zero dead time for continuous pulse characterization
• Average mode with time-selectivity for full dynamic range operation
• Internal zero and automatic calibration functions
• Built-in radar and wireless presets (DME, GSM, EDGE, WCDMA, WLAN, LTE)
• Modulated signal measurement capability across entire frequency range
• Integrated trigger input/output connectors
• Keysight BenchVue software support (BV0007B license included) for automated test sequences without programming
• SCPI, IVI-COM, and IVI-C driver support
• 802.3at/802.3af Power over Ethernet compatible
– Typical Applications
Manufacturing test and characterization of RF/microwave devices, wireless system integration, radar signal validation, and modulated signal power measurement in laboratory and production environments.
– Compatibility & Integration
Member of the Keysight L2050/L2060 X-Series. Ships with 5 ft power sensor cable, 5 ft LAN cable (1.5 m), and two BNC-to-SMB trigger cables (50 Ω, 1.5 m each). LAN interface enables remote operation and integration into automated test systems.
