Tektronix PSM4320 USB Power Sensor, 50 MHz - 18 GHz, -40 dBm to +20 dBm, N-Type

Tektronix PSM4320 USB Power Sensor

Frequency Range: 50 MHz - 18 GHz

Dynamic Measurement Capabilities: -40 dBmt to +20 dBm, N-Type Connector

The Tektronix PSM4320 is a top-of-the-line USB power sensor specially designed for fast, accurate RF and microwave power measurements. It forms part of the esteemed PSM3000, PSM4000, and PSM5000 Series, featuring compact design and extensive measurement functionalities suitable for a wide range of applications.

Key Features & Specifications

• Models available for 8 GHz, 18 GHz, 20 GHz, and 26.5 GHz frequency ranges.
• Flexible connectivity options featuring N and 3.5 mm connectors.
• Dynamic range extending from as low as –60 dBm to as high as +20 dBm to accommodate diverse measurement needs.
• Exceptional measurement uncertainty as low as 2.6% boosts reliability and precision.
• High-speed reading rates of up to 2000 readings per second ensure timely data acquisition.

Advanced Measurement Features

• All models are calibrated across the full temperature range, eliminating the need for zero or calibration adjustments prior to measurements, thereby ensuring seamless operation and high-quality data acquisition.
• Each meter supports Average Power, Duty Cycle Corrected Pulse Power, and Measurement Logging, providing versatility in measurement technique.
• Powerful applications running on Microsoft Windows for comprehensive meter control, data visualization, and logging, including:
  • Power Meter Application
  • High-speed Logging Application
  • LabVIEW Drivers with programming examples for enhanced automation capabilities.
• Max Hold and Relative Measurement Modes facilitate complex measurement scenarios.
• Capable of Offset, Frequency Response, and 75 Ω Minimum Loss Pad Correction to enhance measurement accuracy.
• Flexible averaging modes ensure quick stabilization and reliability in readings.
• TTL trigger input and output features permit easy synchronization with external instruments.
• Pass/Fail limit mode included for automated assessment of measurement data.
• Compact and lightweight design aids in portability and easy integration into existing setups.

Specialized Measurement Capabilities

• The PSM3000 Series excels at providing True Average Power Measurements, yielding accurate results irrespective of signal shape or modulation.
• The PSM4000 and PSM5000 Series include advanced features:
  • Specialized in Pulse Power, Duty Cycle, Peak Power, and Crest Factor Measurements.
  • Ability to measure peak, average, and minimum power on burst signals with adjustable offset and duration for detailed analysis.
• The PSM5000 Series features a Pulse Profiling Application for extensive examinations of repetitive pulsed signals, capable of:
  • Building and displaying a detailed trace of the pulse envelope.
  • Executing full-trace and gated measurements, including metrics such as Peak and Average Power, Overshoot, Crest Factor, Rise and Fall Time, Pulse Width, and Pulse Repetition Frequency.
  • Conducting statistical evaluations on trace data, including Complementary Cumulative Distribution Function (CCDF) and Probability Density Function (PDF).

Applications

• General-purpose RF and microwave average power measurements.
• Characterization of repetitive pulsed signals, applicable in navigation, weather systems, and radar technologies.
• Peak and average power assessments of modulated signals, including GSM, CDMA, WCDMA, HSPA, and WiMAX up to 10 MHz.
• Level control feedback mechanisms for signal sources to maintain optimal performance.
• Validation and characterization of power amplifiers, switches, and various RF and microwave components.