The Agilent/Keysight U2001A is a USB-connected RF power sensor that delivers direct measurements from 10 MHz to 6 GHz without requiring external power supplies or separate instrumentation. Operating across an 80 dB dynamic range with power levels from −60 dBm to +20 dBm, the U2001A integrates dual-range measurement paths optimized for both low and high power regimes. The sensor connects via USB 2.0 to a PC or laptop and is controlled through Keysight software platforms such as Power Panel and BenchVue, enabling real-time data acquisition and automated analysis.
Technical Specifications
Measurement Range & Speed
• Frequency range: 10 MHz to 6 GHz (3 MHz to 6 GHz with Option H03)
• Power measurement range: −60 dBm to +20 dBm (−60 dBm to +25 dBm with Option H25)
• Dynamic range: 80 dB
• Measurement speed: Up to 250 readings/second; 1000 readings/second in buffered mode
• Dual-range topology with low power path (−60 dBm to −7 dBm) and high power path (−7 dBm to +20 dBm)
Accuracy & Settling
• Average Only Mode accuracy (25 °C ± 10 °C): ±3.0%
• Average Only Mode accuracy (0 °C to 55 °C): ±3.5%
• Normal Mode accuracy (25 °C ± 10 °C): ±4.0% for −30 dBm to +20 dBm
• Settling time (Normal Speed, 1 average): 0.045 seconds
Signal Capture & Processing
• Maximum video bandwidth: 40 kHz
• Minimum rise time: 40 µs
• Minimum fall time: 40 µs
• Minimum pulse width: 200 µs
• Sampling rate: 1.47 Msps
• Maximum capture length: 150 ms
Measurement Modes
• Average Only Mode: External TTL trigger, optimized for wide dynamic range
• Normal 2 Mode: Time-gated measurements with internal (RF-derived) or external TTL trigger
– Key Features
• Internal zeroing isolates the sensor from the device under test without disconnection
• External zeroing recommended for measurements below −30 dBm
• Type-N male RF connector (Option 100)
• USB 2.0 powered — no additional power supply required
• Compact form factor eliminates need for benchtop power meter
– Typical Applications
Wireless communications, aerospace systems, and electronics manufacturing requiring fast, accurate RF power characterization across microwave frequencies.
– Compatibility & Integration
USB 2.0 interface; controlled via Keysight Power Panel and BenchVue software platforms.
