The Tektronix PSM5110 USB Power Sensor delivers accurate RF and microwave power measurements across 100 MHz to 8 GHz in a compact, PC-integrated platform. Connect via USB to measure average power, pulsed signals, and modulated waveforms without requiring a separate meter mainframe. The included Windows Power Meter application provides control, real-time display, and data logging—ideal for field engineers, technicians, and lab environments requiring portable, traceable measurements.
Technical Specifications
• Frequency Range: 100 MHz to 8 GHz
• Power Measurement Range: -60 dBm to +20 dBm
• Measurement Speed: Up to 2000 readings/second
• Measurement Uncertainty: As low as 2.6%
• Connector Type: 3.5 mm male
– Key Features
• Factory calibration across full operating temperature eliminates zeroing or recalibration before use
• Measurement Modes: Average power, duty cycle corrected pulse power, and data logging
• Pulse Analysis: Envelope tracing with full-trace and gated measurements—pulse, peak, and average power, overshoot, crest factor, rise/fall time, pulse width, PRF, and duty cycle
• Statistical Analysis: CCDF and PDF computation on trace data
• Corrections: Offset, frequency response, and 75 Ω minimum loss pad compensation
• Flexible Averaging: Multiple modes for rapid measurement stabilization
• Synchronization: TTL trigger input/output for external instrument coordination
• Pass/Fail Testing: Limit mode for go/no-go validation
• Measurement Modes: Max Hold and Relative modes supported
• Software: Windows Power Meter application included; LabVIEW drivers and programming examples available for system integration
– Typical Applications
• General-purpose RF and microwave average power characterization
• Repetitive pulsed signal analysis (radar, navigation)
• Peak and average power on modulated signals (GSM, CDMA, WCDMA, HSPA, WiMAX up to 10 MHz)
• Modulated pulsed communications signal measurement
• Source-level feedback control
• Power amplifier, switch, and RF component validation
• DTV, cellular, microwave radio link, and broadcast installation and maintenance
– Compatibility & Integration
USB connection to Windows PC eliminates external meter dependencies. LabVIEW driver support enables automated test sequences and custom data workflows.
