National Instruments 780167-01 Power Sensor Device 

National Instruments part number 780167-01 is an identifying part number for the USB-5680, an RF Power Sensor Device. The 780167-01 Is a Power Range RF Power Sensor Device with a dynamic range of -40 dBm to +23 dBm and a Frequency Range of 50 MHz to 6 GHz. This module exhibits a broad dynamic range and exceptional measurement precision, as a RMS power meter, it excels in measuring the power of continuous wave signals and determining path loss in automated test setups. 

Its compact design makes it perfect for mobile applications or integration into automated test systems, offering excellent performance while conserving valuable rack space. The NI 780167-01 RF Power Sensor Device operates within a frequency range of up to 6 GHz. Drawing a nominal current of 100 mA, it is categorized as a low-power device. Remarkably, power for the USB-5680 can be conveniently supplied through a standard USB cable, obviating the need for a dedicated power source. This feature renders the device particularly suitable for mobile applications and compatibility with laptops. 

Engineered with a dual-path architecture, the National Instruments 780167-01 RF Power Sensor Device achieves an impressive dynamic range of up to 63 dB. This innovative design incorporates diode sensors operating within their linear regions, thereby enhancing the accuracy of power measurements. The USB-5680 RF Power Sensor Device offers operational versatility, functioning in either bench instrument mode or automated measurement device mode. Supported operating systems for utilizing the NI USB-5680 device as a bench instrument include Windows XP, VISTA, and 2000.