The Keysight (Agilent) U2001A is a high-performance USB average power sensor designed to make fast and accurate power measurements across a frequency range of 10 MHz to 6 GHz. With its wide dynamic range, fast measurement speed, and convenient USB bus-powered plug-and-play capability, it eliminates the need for a separate power meter, connecting directly to a PC or compatible Keysight instrument. This datasheet-style summary provides the exact, verified technical specifications of the U2001A model.

Specifications

General

ParameterValue
InterfacesUSB 2.0 (USBTMC-USB488)
DisplayNone (uses PC host software or compatible instrument display)
Firmware UpgradeabilityUpgradeable via USB interface
Sensor TypeDiode-based average power sensor

Physical

ParameterValue
Power SupplyUSB Bus Powered (4.75 V to 5.25 V)
Operating Temperature0 °C to 55 °C
RF Connector Torque1.35 N-m (12 lb-in) recommended

Frequency & Power Performance

ParameterValue
Frequency Range10 MHz to 6 GHz
Power Measurement Range-60 dBm to +20 dBm
Impedance50 Ω

Uncertainty & Calibration

ParameterValue
Recommended Calibration Interval1 year

Triggering & Timing

ParameterValue
Trigger SourcesInternal, External, Software
External Trigger Connector TypeSMB (on sensor body)

Connectivity & Control

ParameterValue
RF Connector TypeType-N (male)

Power Requirements

ParameterValue
Supply Voltage Range4.75 V to 5.25 V (USB Bus Powered)

Environmental & Compliance

ParameterValue
Storage Temperature Range-40 °C to +70 °C
Relative Operating HumidityUp to 95% RH at 40 °C (non-condensing)
Relative Storage HumidityUp to 90% RH at 65 °C (non-condensing)
Maximum Operating Altitude3,000 m (9,840 ft)
Maximum Storage Altitude15,240 m (50,000 ft)

Software & Host Compatibility

ParameterValue
Supported Application SoftwareKeysight BenchVue (Power Meter App), Keysight BV0007B

Performance

ParameterValue
Calibration Factor Uncertainty (10 MHz to 30 MHz, 25 ± 5 °C)1.8%
Calibration Factor Uncertainty (30 MHz to 2 GHz, 25 ± 5 °C)1.6%
Calibration Factor Uncertainty (2 GHz to 6 GHz, 25 ± 5 °C)2.0%
Calibration Factor Uncertainty (10 MHz to 30 MHz, 0 to 55 °C)2.2%
Calibration Factor Uncertainty (30 MHz to 2 GHz, 0 to 55 °C)2.0%
Calibration Factor Uncertainty (2 GHz to 6 GHz, 0 to 55 °C)2.5%

Compliance

ParameterValue
Safety ComplianceIEC 61010-1:2001 / EN 61010-1:2001, CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 61010-1-04, UL Std. No. 61010-1
EMC ComplianceIEC 61326-2-1:2005 / EN 61326-2-1:2006, Canada: ICES-001:2004, Australia/New Zealand: AS/NZS CISPR11:2004

Interfaces

ParameterValue
USB Device ClassUSBTMC-USB488

Technology

Diode Power Sensor

Applications

RF & Microwave Power Measurement