Tektronix PSM3510 USB Power Sensor, 10 MHz – 26.5 GHz

The Tektronix PSM3510 USB Power Sensor delivers true average power measurements across 10 MHz to 26.5 GHz with ±2.6% uncertainty and dynamic range spanning -55 dBm to +20 dBm. This compact sensor connects directly to a PC via USB, eliminating the need for a separate meter mainframe. The included Windows Power Meter application provides real-time control, data display, and logging capabilities, while high-speed logging and LabVIEW driver support enable integration into automated test systems.

– Technical Specifications

• Frequency Range: 10 MHz to 26.5 GHz
• Power Measurement Type: True Average Power
• Dynamic Range: -55 dBm to +20 dBm
• Measurement Uncertainty: ±2.6%
• Reading Rate: Up to 2000 readings/s
• Connector: 3.5 mm male
• Calibration: Full-temperature-range calibration; no zero or calibration adjustments required
• Operating Altitude: Up to 3000 m (10,000 ft)

– Key Features

• Peak and average power measurement on modulated signals (GSM, CDMA, WCDMA, HSPA, WiMAX up to 10 MHz bandwidth)
• Pulsed signal characterization with duty cycle correction
• Max Hold and Relative measurement modes
• Frequency response, offset, and 75 Ω pad correction
• Flexible averaging and Pass/Fail limit modes
• TTL trigger input and output for external instrument synchronization

– Typical Applications

• RF and microwave average power measurements
• Navigation, weather, and radar pulse characterization
• Modulated communications signal analysis
• Level control feedback for signal sources

– Compatibility & Integration

Windows Power Meter application software, high-speed logging application, and LabVIEW drivers with programming examples support automated measurement systems and data acquisition on Microsoft Windows platforms.