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
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Interfaces | USB 2.0 (USBTMC-USB488) |
| Display | None (uses PC host software or compatible instrument display) |
| Firmware Upgradeability | Upgradeable via USB interface |
| Sensor Type | Diode-based average power sensor |
Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | USB Bus Powered (4.75 V to 5.25 V) |
| Operating Temperature | 0 °C to 55 °C |
| RF Connector Torque | 1.35 N-m (12 lb-in) recommended |
Frequency & Power Performance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 10 MHz to 6 GHz |
| Power Measurement Range | -60 dBm to +20 dBm |
| Impedance | 50 Ω |
Uncertainty & Calibration
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Recommended Calibration Interval | 1 year |
Triggering & Timing
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Trigger Sources | Internal, External, Software |
| External Trigger Connector Type | SMB (on sensor body) |
Connectivity & Control
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| RF Connector Type | Type-N (male) |
Power Requirements
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Supply Voltage Range | 4.75 V to 5.25 V (USB Bus Powered) |
Environmental & Compliance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature Range | -40 °C to +70 °C |
| Relative Operating Humidity | Up to 95% RH at 40 °C (non-condensing) |
| Relative Storage Humidity | Up to 90% RH at 65 °C (non-condensing) |
| Maximum Operating Altitude | 3,000 m (9,840 ft) |
| Maximum Storage Altitude | 15,240 m (50,000 ft) |
Software & Host Compatibility
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Supported Application Software | Keysight BenchVue (Power Meter App), Keysight BV0007B |
Performance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| 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
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Safety Compliance | IEC 61010-1:2001 / EN 61010-1:2001, CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 61010-1-04, UL Std. No. 61010-1 |
| EMC Compliance | IEC 61326-2-1:2005 / EN 61326-2-1:2006, Canada: ICES-001:2004, Australia/New Zealand: AS/NZS CISPR11:2004 |
Interfaces
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| USB Device Class | USBTMC-USB488 |
Technology
Diode Power Sensor
Applications
RF & Microwave Power Measurement