Agilent / Keysight U2000B 10 MHz – 18 GHz USB Power Sensor

The Agilent/Keysight U2000B is a USB power sensor that measures average power across CW and modulated signals from 10 MHz to 18 GHz. It delivers a dynamic range of 80 dB, spanning -30 dBm to +44 dBm, with measurement rates up to 250 readings/second (1000 readings/second in buffered mode). Direct USB connectivity to a PC or laptop eliminates the need for a separate power meter, streamlining setup and data acquisition.

Dual measurement paths - a 2-diode stack for low power and a 5-diode stack for high power - extend measurement accuracy across the full dynamic range.

Technical Specifications

• Frequency range: 10 MHz to 18 GHz


• Power range: -30 dBm to +44 dBm


• Dynamic range: 80 dB


• Measurement speed: Up to 250 readings/second; 1000 readings/second in buffered mode


• Measurement type: Average power (CW and modulated signals)


• Connector: Type-N (male)

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Key Features

• Internal zeroing capability eliminates external calibration; allows sensor isolation from the device under test without power cycling or disconnection


• Independent low and high power measurement paths (2-diode and 5-diode stacks respectively) optimize accuracy across the full 80 dB range


• Internal and external triggering support; internal triggering operates on burst signal envelope detection


• Trace display provides graphical signal envelope visualization for gate placement and trigger level configuration


• USB plug-and-play connectivity with integrated signal sensing, data acquisition, conditioning, processing, and communication

Typical Applications Ideal for RF power measurement verification, modulated signal characterization, and burst signal analysis in development, manufacturing, and field service environments where portable, direct PC control is required.

Compatibility & Integration Compatible with other Keysight instruments and controllable via Keysight BenchVue software (BV0007B).