USB Smart Power Sensor

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PWR-6LGHS

Key Features

50Ω -45 dBm to +10 dBm, 50 to 6000 MHz

CASE STYLE: JL2169

The Big Deal

• USB HID device compatible with

32/64 Bit operating systems

• Includes GUI with measurement

applications software, simplifying complex

measurements

• Measure power levels as low as -45 dBm

• Measurement speed 30 msec

USB

Low Power Measurement

Smart

Power Sensor

Product Overview

The Mini-Circuits PWR-6LGHS Smart Power Sensor is a pocket-sized, 4.95” x 1.74” x 1.08”, precision test

USB HID device (no driver installation required) that turns a Windows

®

_{or Linux}

®

_{PC into a power meter. All}

specifications provided in the data sheet apply to continuous wave (CW) signals. Each unit is shipped with our

N-to-SMA adapter and a quick-locking USB cable for reliable connectivity. User-Friendly GUI software, DLLs for

programmers, user guide and detailed programming instructions are provided on the included CD or via download

from minicircuits.com.

Feature Advantages

USB HID (Human Interface Device) Plug-and-Play (no need to install driver for the device). GUI Measurement Application

Software built-in Enables the user to perform measurements on RF components such as Couplers, Filters, Amplifiers etc. and displays numerical data and graphs. 32/64 Bitoperating systems Compatible with Windows® and Linux® operating systems.

No calibration required before taking

measurement The PWR-6LGHS does not require any reference signal for calibration.

Low power measurement The PWR-6LGHS is capable of measuring signals as low as -45 dBm accurately and quickly

Trademarks: Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries. Linux is a registered trademark of Linus

Tor-valds. Pentium is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation. Neither Mini-Circuits nor the Mini-Circuits PWR-series power sensors are affiliated with or endorsed by the owners of the above referenced trademarks

Mini-Circuits and the Mini-Circuits logo are registered trademarks of Scientific Components Corporation.

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USB

Smart

Power Sensor

50Ω 50 to 6000 MHz

Rev. OR M154921 EDR-11185/2 PWR-6LGHS

Typical Applications

• Turn almost any Windows or Linux PC into a Power Meter • Pocket-sized portability for benchtop testing anywhere • Remote location monitoring

• Automatic, scheduled data collection

• Evaluate high-power, multi-port devices with built-in virtual couplers/attenuators & other software tools • Wide variety of applications including testing Wi-Fi and

Bluetooth products

Low Power Measurement

Mini-Circuits Power Meter Program for

Smart

Power Sensor

Model No. Description

PWR-6LGHS USB smart Power Sensor Included Accessories

PWR-SEN-6LGHS Power Sensor Head

USB-CBL-3+ 6.6 ft data cable (USB Type-A Plug) NF-SM50+ N-Type (F) to SMA(M) Adapter PWR-SEN-CD Installation CD

PWR-6LGHS

RoHS Compliant

See our web site for RoHS Compliance methodologies and qualifications

CASE STYLE: JL2169

Installation CD

Product Features

• 55 dB Dynamic Range, -45 to +10 dBm • Good VSWR, 1.10:1 typ.

• Fast measurement speed, 30 msec typ.

• Automatic frequency calibration & temperature compensation • Multi-sensor capability (up to 24)

• Built in Application Measurement Software • Effective, easy-to-use Windows®_GUI

• Compatible with 32/64-bit Windows®_{or Linux}®_{operating systems} • Supports a wide range of programming environments (See

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Mini-Circuits

®

PWR-6LGHS

USB

Smart

P

ower Sen

sor

Parameter

Freq. Range

_(MHz)

Min.

Typ.

Max.

Units

Dynamic Range 2 _{50 - 6000} _-45 _- ₊₁₀ _dBm VSWR 50 - 6000 - 1.10 1.30 :1 Uncertainty of Power Measurement @ 25ºC @ -45 to -40 dBm 3,4 50 - 3000 - ±0.15 ±0.35 dB 3000 - 6000 - ±0.15 ±0.45 dB @ -40 to -10 dBm 3,4 50 - 3000 - ±0.10 ±0.35 dB 3000 - 6000 - ±0.10 ±0.40 dB @ -10 to +10 dBm 50 - 3000 - ±0.10 ±0.35 dB 3000 - 6000 - ±0.10 ±0.40 dB Uncertainty of Power Measurement @ 0ºC to 50ºC @ -45 to -40 dBm 3,4 50 - 3000 - ±0.30 - dB 3000 - 6000 - ±0.30 - dB @ -40 to -10 dBm 3,4 50 - 3000 - ±0.20 - dB 3000 - 6000 - ±0.20 - dB @ -10 to +10 dBm 50 - 3000 - ±0.20 - dB 3000 - 6000 - ±0.20 - dB Linearity @ 25ºC 50 - 6000 - ± 1.6 - % Measurement Resolution 50 - 6000 0.01 - - dB Averaging Range 50 - 6000 1 - 999 -Measurement Speed

@ Low Noise Mode

50 - 6000 - 100 - msec

@ Faster Mode - 30

-Current (via host USB) 50 - 6000 - 80 110 mA

Electrical Specifications(CW)

1

_{, -45 dBm to +10 dBm, 50 to 6000 MHz}

1_{All specifications apply to continuous wave (CW) signals.}

2 _{Maximum continuous safe operational power limit: +13 dBm.}

3 _{When using Faster mode at high frequencies below -30dBm, use of averaging is recommended to prevent noise errors.}

4_{When using Faster mode below -30dBm, uncertainty value may increase by up to 0.2 dB relative to Low noise mode}

Absolute Maximum Ratings

Parameter Ratings

Operating Temperature 0°C to 50°C

Storage Temperature -30°C to 70°C

DC Voltage at RF port 16 V

CW Power +15 dBm

Minimum System Requirements

Parameter Requirements

Interface USB HID

Host operating system - USB control Windows 32/64 Bit operating system: Windows 98

®_{, Windows XP}®_{, Windows Vista}®_{, Windows 7}®_{, Windows 8}® , Windows 10

Linux ®_support:_{32/64 Bit operating system}

Hardware Pentium® _{II or higher, RAM 256 MB}

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PWR-6LGHS

USB

Smart

Po

wer Sensor

D B C A E ±1.0" Push-Pull Connector N-Type Male Connector USB Type A Plug LED Indicator

℄

-8% -6% -4% -2% 0% 2% 0 2000 4000 6000 Li near ity (%) Frequency (MHz) LINEARITY @ 25O_C -45 to -10 dBm -10 to +10 dBm FREQUENCY (MHz) LINEARITY (%) LINEARITY @ 25°C

Outline Drawing (

JL2169

)

A B C D E _GRAMSWT. 4.95 1.74 1.08 3.63 81.9 ₂₅₀ 125.7 44.2 27.4 92.2 2080

Outline Dimensions ( )

inch

mm Note 5

5_{Power sensor to be used with the supplied USB cable only.}

Power Indicator

Typical Performance Curves

1.00 1.05 1.10 1.15 1.20 1.25 0 1000 2000 3000 4000 5000 6000 VSW R (:1 ) FREQUENCY (MHz) VSWR 0°C +25°C +50°C VSWR FREQUENCY (MHz) VSWR (:1) -0.30 -0.15 0.00 0.15 0.30 0 1000 2000 3000 4000 5000 6000 UNCERTAINTY (dB) FREQUENCY (MHz)

UNCERTAINTY OF POWER MEASUREMENT

@-45dBm @-40dBm @-30dBm @-20dBm @-10.3dBm @0dBm @+5dBm @+10dBm @ 25O_C FREQUENCY (MHz) UNCERTAINTY (dB) 0.30 0.15 0.00 -0.15 -0.30

UNCERTAINTY OF POWER MEASUREMENT CW SIGNAL@ 25°C

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Mini-Circuits

®

PWR-6LGHS

USB

Smart

P

ower Sen

sor

Included Accessories

Part No.

Description

PWR-SEN-6LGHS Power Sensor Head

PWR-SEN-CD Software CD

USB-CBL-3+6 _{6.6 ft data cable with USB Type-A plug connector}

NF-SM50+ N-Type Female to SMA Male Adapter.

Model

Description

PWR-6LGHS USB Smart Power Sensor

Ordering Information

6_{Power sensor to be used with the supplied control cable only.}

Additional Notes

A. Performance and quality attributes and conditions not expressly stated in this specification document are intended to be excluded and do not form a part of this specification document.

B. Electrical specifications and performance data contained in this specification document are based on Mini-Circuit’s applicable established test performance criteria and measurement instructions.

C. The parts covered by this specification document are subject to Mini-Circuits standard limited warranty and terms and conditions (collectively, “Standard Terms”); Purchasers of this part are entitled to the rights and benefits contained therein. For a full statement of the Standard Terms and the exclusive rights and remedies thereunder, please visit Mini-Circuits’ website at www.minicircuits.com/MCLStore/terms.jsp

Calibration

Description

CALSEN-6LGHS Calibration Service Click Here

Optional Accessories

Description

USB-CBL-3+ (spare) 6.6 ft data cable with USB Type-A plug connector NF-SM50+ (spare) N-Type Female to SMA Male Adapter.