Pathwave BenchVue Software

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Automate.
Simplify.

Keysight PathWave 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.

The new PathWave BenchVue apps now require a license. These dedicated instrument apps allow you to quickly configure the most commonly used measurements and setups for each instrument family. Create custom test sequences with the integrated Test Flow app to automate, and visualize test results! PathWave BenchVue supports many Keysight instrument types and models all from one application.

Control, Automate, Simplify with PathWave BenchVue.

Use PathWave BenchVue Apps to:

  • Configure the most commonly used controls and measurements from Keysight 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 measurement solutions

Save time by:

  • Analyzing results within PathWave 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

Select the license type right for you.

Each PathWave BenchVue app is available with all license types and terms.

License Type License Term

Perpetual +
Support
Subscription

Subscription
Node-locked SW1000-LIC-01 +
SW1000-SUP-01
SW1000-LIC-01
Transportable
USB Portable*
Floating:
Single Site,
Single Region,
Worldwide
Subscription
Durration
12, 24, 36 or 60
months
3, 6, 12, 24 or 36
months

* Requires a separate USB Dongle – E8900-D10

Terms
Perpetual – A permanent license which can be maintained with an update subscription service for access to new enhancements.
Subscription – Licenses can be used through the term of the subscription.

Types
Fixed Node Locked – Software license for 1 PC
Transportable – Ability to transfer license from one PC to another using online tools
USB Portable – Ability to transfer license from one PC to another using USB dongle
Floating – Network based license gives multiple users access to SW license from server

Key Product Differentiator: The experience of using PathWave BenchVue is more intuitive and easier than any other control or automation tool on the market. 

PathWave BenchVue works with many Keysight products throughout this sales guide.

Look for the PathWave BenchVue icon to indicate PathWave BenchVue software enabled products.

Keysight Technologies’ PathWave BenchVue software for the PC reinvents your bench testing by making it simple to connect, control and build automated tests with your Keysight instruments. With no need to program and an intuitive interface, this expandable software platform solution will streamline data capturing, measurement analysis and your overall workflow.

Control your instruments for free with the PathWave BenchVue Basic app at www.keysight.com/find/ BVBasic. The PathWave BenchVue Basic Apps do not come with technical support. If a customer requires technical support or access to the latest version of
the software, we recommend considering the licensed version of the app www.keysight.com/find/BenchVue. Look through this catalog to see what products include PathWave BenchVue.

Download PathWave BenchVue at:
www.keysight.com/find/BenchVue_apps

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