BenchVue Software (BV0000A)

BenchVue Software (BV0000A)

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Your Bench. Just Smarter.

Keysight BenchVue software for the PC eliminates many of the issues around bench testing. By making it simple to connect, control instruments, and automate test sequences you can quickly move past the test development phase and access results faster than ever before with just a few clicks.

Dedicated instrument apps allow you to quickly configure the most commonly used measurements and setups for each instrument family.

Using the integrated Test Flow app you can rapidly build custom test sequences to automate and visualize test results without the need for instrument programming and significantly streamline your workflow.

Use BenchVue Apps to:

  •  Configure the most commonly used controls and measurements from instruments
  •  Visualize multiple measurements simultaneously
  •  Easily log and export data and screen images in just a few clicks for faster analysis
  •  Create automated test sequences fast with minimal instrument knowledge
  •  Access deeper instrument controls and solutions

Save time by:

  •  Analyzing results within BenchVue or with built-in data exports
  •  Learning software quickly with common look and feel apps
  •  Utilizing multiple instrument apps in one easy to use software platform

BenchVue is Enabled on Over 500 Keysight Instruments

BenchVue software works with hundreds of Keysight digital multimeters, power supplies, function/arbitrary waveform generators, spectrum analyzers, data acquisition units, network analyzers, oscilloscopes, power meters, power sensors, electronic loads, universal counters, and more.

BenchVue Software Supported Instruments

Each of the BenchVue apps support certain Keysight instrument models. BenchVue connects to over 470 instruments and continues to expand. These apps are updated regularly with additional models as shown below. For the most current supported instrument list.

Application Comparisons

BenchVue software supports many Keysight instrument types and hundreds of models all from one platform. Choose from a variety of powerful apps below to accelerate your workflow.

Selecting the Right BenchVue License

Keysight offers a variety of licensing options to fit your needs. Choose your type. Choose your term. Keep control of your budget.

With every BenchVue app or bundle you may choose different licensing terms. The most common option is the Perpetual Transportable license.

Terms

Perpetual – A permanent license which can maintained with an update subscription service for access to new enhancements. This is the most cost effective in the long term.

Time Based – A time-limited license which will expire after 1 year. This is suitable for short-term projects or limited budget.

Types

Fixed Node Locked– Software license for 1 PC

Transportable – Ability to transfer license from PC to another PC using online tools

USB Transportable – Ability to transfer license from PC to another PC using USB dongle

Network Floating – Network based license multiple users access to SW license from server

Each BenchVue app is available with all 8 license types. Select which license type that is right for you.

Ordering your license

Your Keysight representative or favorite distributor may help you with the ordering process. These are the typical steps when selecting a Keysight software product.

Step 1: Choose your apps/bundle.

“I want to use BenchVue for all my bench instruments, I want the BenchVue Complete Control Collection”

– Select BV9001B

Step 2: Choose your license terms and type.

“I want an app that can be used in my lab or my desk

(2 computers) and we’ll need the app indefinitely”

  •  Select Transportable perpetual
  •  Part numbers: BV9001B RD5B-004-E\RD6B-004-L

Step 3: Choose a paper or electronic delivery of your license entitlement certificates.

Step 4: Place your order.