The Rohde & Schwarz URV5 is a classic, highly accurate RF millivoltmeter and power meter featuring dual measurement channels. It provides broadband voltage, level, and power measurements across a wide frequency range, depending on the attached sensor. Equipped with an intelligent sensor interface, the URV5 automatically retrieves individual calibration factors from connected probes, ensuring high precision and ease of operation.

Specifications

General

ParameterValue
InterfacesGPIB (IEEE-488)
Display7-segment LCD, 4½-digit numeric readout with 50-segment analog bargraph

Physical

ParameterValue
Power Supply100 V / 120 V / 220 V / 240 V AC ± 10%, 47 to 440 Hz, 15 VA
Operating Temperature0 to +55 °C
Dimensions (W×H×D)219 mm × 103 mm × 350 mm

Measurement Performance

ParameterValue
Measurement Channels2 independent channels (Input A and Input B)
Voltage Measurement Range200 µV to 1000 V (sensor dependent)
Basic Measurement Uncertainty0.5% (excluding sensor uncertainty)
Measurement Resolution0.001 dB / 4.5 digits

Probe and Sensor Compatibility

ParameterValue
Sensor ConnectorsTwo 12-pin R&S probe/sensor sockets on front panel
Calibration Factor RecallAutomatic (reads EEPROM in sensor connector)
Compatible RF ProbesURV5-Z series (e.g., URV5-Z2, URV5-Z7)
Compatible Power SensorsNRV-Z series

Measurement Functions and Processing

ParameterValue
Measurement ModesA, B, A-B, B-A, A/B, B/A, PEP (Peak Envelope Power)
Display UnitsV, dBV, dBµV, dBu, W, dBm, dB (relative), % (relative)
Reference Impedance SelectionSelectable from 1 Ω to 100 kΩ (default 50 Ω and 75 Ω)
Measurement RateUp to 30 measurements per second
Averaging Factor Range1 to 512 (automatic or manual)
Zeroing FunctionAutomatic zero adjustment
Save/Recall SetupsUp to 9 complete instrument configurations
Limit MonitoringHigh/low limit values with visual display indication

Interfaces and Connectivity

ParameterValue
Analog OutputRear panel BNC connector (proportional to display value)
External Trigger InputRear panel BNC connector, TTL level

User Interface and Display

ParameterValue
Display TechnologyLiquid Crystal Display (LCD)
Analog Trend Indication50-segment analog bargraph on LCD
Power-On Self-TestAutomatic internal check of microprocessor, RAM, ROM, and display on startup

Power Supply and Mechanical

ParameterValue
Power Consumption15 VA
Line Frequency Range47 to 440 Hz
Cabinet TypeHalf 19-inch width, 2U height

Environmental and Compliance

ParameterValue
Storage Temperature Range-40 to +70 °C

Interfaces & Control

ParameterValue
GPIB Interface FunctionsSH1, AH1, T6, L4, SR1, RL1, PP1, DC1, DT1, C0

Compliance & Safety

ParameterValue
Safety ComplianceClass I to VDE 0411 / IEC 348
Radio Interference SuppressionTo VDE 0871, Limit Class B and FCC Part 15, Class B

Environmental

ParameterValue
Permissible Relative HumidityUp to 95% at +40 °C (non-condensing)

Options

ParameterValue
Rear Panel Sensor Connectors OptionURV5-B1 (moves sensor connectors from front to rear panel)

Remote Control

ParameterValue
Remote Control Command LanguageProprietary Rohde & Schwarz command set
GPIB Device Address Range0 to 30

Calibration & Maintenance

ParameterValue
Recommended Calibration Interval1 year

Technology

RF Voltage & Power Measurement

Applications

Broadband RF voltage, level, and power measurements in laboratory and automated testing environments