Keysight Technologies BenchVue 3.5 bench instrumentation software

Keysight Technologies has released its latest bench instrumentation software, BenchVue 3.5, an intuitive, easy-to-use platform for PCs. Designed for bench-instrument users, the software provides multiple-instrument measurement applications, data capture and solution applications without the need for instrument programming.

By using BenchVue’s Test Flow app, users can quickly create automated test sequences without traditional instrument programming. The app combines BenchVue’s data capture and analysis tools with the power of a sequencer. The product also supports variables, math and, for users requiring instrument programming, the integration of Command Expert Sequences for increased flexibility. New apps additionally support signal generators, universal counters and Keysight’s FieldFox Series of handheld analysers.

The software changes the way engineers interact with their instruments and their entire bench, from initial connection to analysis completion. By plugging an instrument into a PC over LAN, GPIB or USB, the instrument is automatically configured for use in BenchVue. No programming or separate instrument drivers are required, greatly accelerating common testing tasks. Data capture and export are also accomplished with just a few clicks.

Other key features include: expandable apps that provide instrument control with plug-and-play functionality; data logging for instruments, such as digital multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies and FieldFox analysers; rapid test automation development and analysis; three-click exporting to common data formats, such as .csv, MATLAB, Microsoft Word and Excel.