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BIRD SITE ANALYZER SA-1700EX Operating Instructions Manual

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SITE ANALYZER™
CABLE AND ANTENNA TESTER
FOR WIRELESS SYSTEMS
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
FOR MODELS
SA-1700EX, SA-1700EXP
SA-2500EX, SA-6000EX
©Copyright 2006 by Bird Electronic Corporation
Instruction Book Part Number 920-7002A600S Rev. E
Site Analyzer is a trademark of Bird Electronic Corporation
Microsoft® and Windows® are registered trademarks
of the Microsoft Corporation

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  • Page 1 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR MODELS SA-1700EX, SA-1700EXP SA-2500EX, SA-6000EX ©Copyright 2006 by Bird Electronic Corporation Instruction Book Part Number 920-7002A600S Rev. E Site Analyzer is a trademark of Bird Electronic Corporation Microsoft® and Windows® are registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation...
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  • Page 3 Safety Precautions Remove Power Observe general safety precautions. Do not open the instrument with the power on. Safety Earth Ground An uninterruptible safety earth ground must be supplied from the main power source to the instrument. Grounding one conductor of a two conductor power cable is not sufficient protection.
  • Page 4 Always turn off the SA before connecting or disconnecting a sensor. CAUTION When using a Bird 5011 or 5011-EF, do not exceed 2 W average or 125 W peak power for 5 µs. Doing so will render the sensor inoperative.
  • Page 5 Safety Statements USAGE ANY USE OF THIS INSTRUMENT IN A MANNER NOT SPECIFIED BY THE MANUFACTURER MAY IMPAIR THE INSTRUMENT’S SAFETY PROTECTION. EL USO DE ESTE INSTRUMENTO DE MANERA NO ESPECIFICADA POR EL FABRICANTE, PUEDE ANULAR LA PROTECCIÓN DE SEGURIDAD DEL INSTRUMENTO. BENUTZUNG WIRD DAS GERÄT AUF ANDERE WEISE VERWENDET ALS VOM HERSTELLER BESCHRIEBEN, KANN DIE GERÄTESICHERHEIT...
  • Page 6 Bird Site Analyzer ENTRENTIEN L’EMPLOI DES INSTRUCTIONS D’ENTRETIEN DOIT ÊTRE RÉSERVÉ AU PERSONNEL FORMÉ AUX OPÉRATIONS D’ENTRETIEN. POUR PRÉVENIR UN CHOC ÉLECTRIQUE DANGEREUX, NE PAS EFFECTUER D’ENTRETIEN SI L’ON N’A PAS ÉTÉ QUALIFIÉ POUR CE FAIRE. ASSISTENZA TECNICA LE ISTRUZIONI RELATIVE ALL’ASSISTENZA SONO PREVISTE ESCLUSIVAMENTE PER IL PERSONALE OPPORTUNAMENTE ADDESTRATO.
  • Page 7 Use this manual for reference or if further explanation of any step is required. Chapter Layout Introduction — Describes the features of the Bird Site Analyzer and provides power-up instructions. Calibration — Lists the steps to calibrate the Site Analyzer, which must be done before using Measure Match or Fault Location modes.
  • Page 8 Bird Site Analyzer...

  • Page 10: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Chapter 1 Introduction ........1 Items Supplied .
  • Page 11 Set and Activate Acceptance Limits......32 Measure the Match of the Component..... . . 34 Interpreting the Measurement .
  • Page 12 Setting the Full Scale Power ......115 Zeroing Bird Power Sensors ......115 Choosing the Displayed Measurement .
  • Page 13 Chapter 7 Utilities ........129 Adjust Date and Time .
  • Page 14 Markers ......... . . 152 Run / Hold .

  • Page 15: Chapter 1 Introduction

    238 pixel display area. Trans- mitter systems are tested by using a Site Analyzer and a Bird power sensor to measure RF power. Data is dis- played as power or match efficiency, depending upon the sensor.

  • Page 16: Items Not Supplied

    Bird Site Analyzer 7. Instruction Manual (Not Shown) 8. Reference Card (Not Shown) Items Not Supplied Calibration Combination (Cal Combo) Site Analyzer Features General Easy to operate and field ready for first-time, occasional, and experienced users. Step by step guide shows how to make some of the most common immurements.

  • Page 17: Antenna Test

    Can also measure relative to limit line or recalled trace. Measurement hold to temporarily store a trace. Printing capability. The Bird Site Analyzer is compatible with all printers that use HP PCL Level 3 printer language, including most HP...

  • Page 18: Measure Match Mode

    Power measurement units can be either Watts or dBm. Match units can be either VSWR, return loss, or % match efficiency. Compatible with the Bird Directional Power Sensor, Terminating Power Sensors, VSWR Alarms, and Broadcast Power Monitors. Bird 5010B...

  • Page 19: Connectors

    Introduction Bird 5011 or 5011-EF Terminating Power Sensor Bird 5012 Wideband Power Sensor Connectors CAUTION +22 dBm max. input Do not apply RF power to Antenna Test Port. Exceeding the maximum input will damage the Site Analyzer.

  • Page 20: Power Supply

    “LO”. When using an external power source, a power cord symbol replaces the battery symbol gauge. Adapters The Bird Site Analyzer can be operated using an ac adapter or a 12V automobile cigarette lighter adapter. Using these adapters will also charge the internal bat-...

  • Page 21: External Battery Pack (Optional)

    Introduction WARNING When using the ac adapter, connect the ac plug only to a properly grounded receptacle. Serious injury or death can occur if not properly grounded. External Battery Pack (Optional) The SA-BATPAK is an optional external battery pack. This will operate the unit for approximately 1 to 2 hours.
  • Page 22 Bird Site Analyzer SA-BATPAK CHARGER Battery 2.7A SA-BATPAK To charge the external battery pack: 1. Plug the automobile cigarette lighter adapter into the external battery pack on the side that says “To Battery”. Refer to the figure above. 2. Plug the other end of the cigarette lighter adapter into the charger adapter.

  • Page 23: Power Up

    Model SA-6000EX, 25 - 6000 MHz SN: 00000000 Feb 2005 Copyright © 1998 - 2005 by Bird Electronic Corporation System Information Before you use the Site Analyzer, record the following system information: Frequency Span — ex: 824-894 MHz (cellular band) Cable Type —...

  • Page 24: Site Analyzer User Keys

    Bird Site Analyzer WARNING This equipment should not be connected to an antenna or operated during a storm that has the potential to produce lightning. The possibility exists for electrical shock. Site Analyzer User Keys There are two types of keys on the Site Analyzer. The first type, referred to as a hard key, always has a particular function.
  • Page 25 Figure 1 User Key Identification Measure Match [238 Pts] Freq 10.00 Scale Limit Line 1.00 Cable Loss 800.00 1600.00 Min: 10.00 Auto Scale Max: 99.99 Units: VSWR Pts: Disp: Envelope Soft Keys Activates the function described directly to the right of the key. Hard Keys Mode Activates the mode menu.
  • Page 26 Bird Site Analyzer Enters numeric data into the Numeric Keys selected item, or as defined by the function description. Escape Key During: Menu Use Backs up one menu level. Data Entry Exits data entry without changing the value. Enter Key...

  • Page 27: Site Analyzer Display Screen

    Introduction Down Arrow During: Data Entry Decreases the numeric value. Marker Use Moves the marker to the minimum trace value. While Decreases the display contrast. pressing the Contrast key All other times As defined by the function description. The yellow LED lights when the unit Battery LED is powered from an external dc power source.

  • Page 28: Display Description

    Bird Site Analyzer Display Description Measure Match Sample Measure Match [238 Pts] Display 000, TX 016, 01-MAR-2003 12:00 Save/ 10.00 Recall Auto Scale Limit Test ON 1.00 800.00 1600.00 Calibration: Full 925.00 5.82 Print Fault Fault Location [238 Pts] Location...
  • Page 29 Introduction Graphic display of the measurement. Trace Indicates the position and value of a Marker Value trace point. Identifies the trace point displayed in Marker Cursor the marker value. Indicates the calibration status. Calibration Indicator Indicates whether the Site Analyzer is Battery Gauge using the internal battery or an external power supply, and indicates the amount...
  • Page 30 Bird Site Analyzer...

  • Page 31: Chapter 2 Calibration

    Site Analyzer, attach the Cal Combo to the end of the cable during calibration. Calibrating For best results, set the frequency and calibrate the Bird Site Analyzer immediately before taking mea- surements. Follow the numbered steps in Figure 2, page 18 to cal- ibrate the Site Analyzer.
  • Page 32 Bird Site Analyzer Figure 2 Calibrating the Site Analyzer Calibration Open 10.00 Short Load 1.00 800.00 1600.00 Calibration: OFF Step Action Press the Calibrate key Connect the Cal Combo “Open” connector to the unit antenna port Press the Open soft key then wait for the unit to beep and display Done Connect the Cal Combo “Short”...

  • Page 33: Chapter 3 Measure Match Mode

    VSWR is shown on the y-axis. Before you make a match measurement, be sure that you have a Bird Calibration Combination (Cal Combo) and all necessary cables and adapters of the correct size and connector type.

  • Page 34: Setting The Measurement Frequency

    Bird Site Analyzer Figure 3 Selecting the Measure Match Mode Measure Match [238 Pts] Save/ 10.00 Recall Auto Scale Limit Test OFF 1.00 HOLD 800.00 1600.00 Calibration: OFF Print Step Action Turn On the Site Analyzer. Press ON/ OFF key for ½ second.
  • Page 35 Measure Match Mode Note: Changing the frequency settings will auto- matically turn calibration off. Always set the frequency before calibrating the unit. Note: If you enter a frequency that is outside of the range of the Site Analyzer, the Site Analyzer will override your entry and set the minimum or maximum frequency of the model.
  • Page 36 Bird Site Analyzer Figure 4 Setting a Custom Sweep Frequency Measure Match 238 Pts Freq 10.00 Scale Limit Line 1.00 Cable Loss 800.00 1600.00 Start: 800.00 Center: 1200.00 MHz Stop: 1600.00 MHz Span: 800.00 MHz Band List: Custom Step Action...
  • Page 37 Measure Match Mode Figure 5 Selecting a Sweep Frequency from a Band List Measure Match [1X Res] Freq Band Start Stop Scale 800/900 806.00 960.00 PDC TxRx 810.00 956.00 PDC Tx 810.00 826.00 Limit PDC Rx 940.00 956.00 Line Cell TxRx 000, TX 016, 01-MAR-2003 12:00 824.00 894.00...

  • Page 38: Calibrate The Site Analyzer

    Site Analyzer to the system, connect the extension cable to the antenna test port on the Site Analyzer and then connect the Bird Cal Combo to the end of the extension cable. Follow the calibration procedure in Chapter 2, Calibration, page 17.

  • Page 39: Set The Measurement Scale Limits

    Measure Match Mode Figure 6 Setting Match Mode Measurement Units Measure Match [1X Res] Freq 10.00 Scale Limit Line Cable 1.00 Loss 800.00 1600.00 Units Min: 1.00 Auto Scale VSWR Max: 10.00 Units: VSWR Rtn Loss Res: 1X Disp: Envelope Cable Loss Step Action...
  • Page 40 Bird Site Analyzer well as on the mode configure screens. The table below lists typical worst case values for selected measure- ments. Component Return Loss Limits Antenna at Resonance –14 dB Connectors –25 dB Jumpers –35 dB Lightning Protector –25 dB Transmission Lines –30 dB...
  • Page 41 Measure Match Mode Figure 7 Setting Match Mode Scale Limits Measure Match 238 Pts Freq 10.00 Scale Limit Line 1.00 Cable Loss 800.00 1600.00 Min: 10.00 Auto Scale Max: 99.00 Units: VSWR Pts: 238 Disp: Envelope Step Action Press the Config key Press the Scale soft key To enter a manual value, skip this step.

  • Page 42: Set The Measurement Data Points

    Bird Site Analyzer Set the Measurement Data Points You can select the number of data points to take dur- ing a measurement. There are three data point options, 238 points, 475 points, and 949 points. Increasing the number of data points increases the...
  • Page 43 4. Follow the numbered steps in Figure 8, page 29 to set the number of measurement data points. Figure 8 Setting the Number of Measurement Data Points Measure Match 238 Pts Freq 10.00 Scale Limit Line Cable 1.00 Loss 800.00 1600.00 Min: 10.00...

  • Page 44: Set The Graph Display Type

    Bird Site Analyzer Set the Graph Display Type When the Site Analyzer collects data during a sweep, you can specify that it measure 238 data points, 475 data points, or 949 data points. Selecting 475 data points takes twice as much time to sweep as 238 points, and 949 points takes four times as much time to sweep as 238 points.
  • Page 45 Measure Match Mode Figure 9 Setting the Graph Display Measure Match 238 Pts Freq 10.00 Scale Limit Line Cable 1.00 Loss Graph Display 800.00 1600.00 Envelope Min: Auto Scale Minimum Max: 99.00 Units: VSWR Maximum Disp: Envelope Step Action Press the Config key Press the Scale soft key Press the left or right scroll key to select Disp...

  • Page 46: Set And Activate Acceptance Limits

    Bird Site Analyzer Set and Activate Acceptance Limits The limit line helps you see failures. It appears as a horizontal line at the value you select. You can set an acceptance limit line to help visualize what part of the measurement trace is not acceptable.
  • Page 47 Measure Match Mode Figure 10 Setting a Limit Line Measure Match 238 Pts Save/ 10.00 Recall Auto Scale Limit Test ON 1.00 HOLD 800.00 1600.00 Limit: 3.00 FAIL Calibration: Full Print Step Action While in the Measure Match mode or the Fault Location mode, press the Limit Test key: First press - Test ON Aud (line and sound)

  • Page 48: Measure The Match Of The Component

    Bird Site Analyzer Measure the Match of the Component 1. Connect the Site Analyzer to the component being tested as follows: ANTENNA – (if used) Connect the Phase Stable Cable directly to the coaxial connector of the antenna. There should be no other transmission lines or jumpers connected.

  • Page 49: Interpreting The Measurement

    Measure Match Mode Interpreting the Measurement The graph below shows a typical Match Measurement for an antenna system. Markers Limit Line at –14 dB Antenna Resonant Band 1. Parts of the sweep below the limit line are better than the limit. 2.

  • Page 50: Markers

    Bird Site Analyzer indicator ball and the Hold soft key changes its name to Run. If you press the Hold soft key while the unit is in the process of acquiring data (sweeping), it will not hold the trace until the sweep has finished.

  • Page 51: Activate Markers And Set Marker Style

    Measure Match Mode You can activate and use up to six markers to visually indicate the trace value at specific frequency points. All markers follow the current trace only. The site analyzer displays the frequency and signal value for each marker at the bottom of the screen. You can display each marker as a triangle pointer or a vertical line through the trace.
  • Page 52 Bird Site Analyzer Figure 12 Activate Marker and Set Style Measure Match 238 Pts Mark 1 10.00 Active Type Line 1.00 Delta None 800.00 1600.00 Calibration: Full 925.00 5.82 1250.00 1.96 Step Action Press the Marker key to enter marker...

  • Page 53: Move Markers

    Measure Match Mode Move Markers You can move the active marker along the trace (frequency axis) by using the left and right scroll keys or by entering a frequency with the numeric key pad. All markers follow the current trace only. If you have recalled a trace and you want to use mark- ers to compare it to the current trace, you need to select the dual mode (refer to Using Markers with...
  • Page 54 Bird Site Analyzer 2. Follow the numbered steps in Figure 13, page 40 to select and move markers. Figure 13 Moving Markers Measure Match 238 Pts Mark 1 10.00 Active Type Triangle 1.00 Delta None 800.00 1600.00 Calibration: Full 1320.00 6.91...

  • Page 55: Using Delta Markers

    Measure Match Mode Using Delta Markers In the delta marker mode, only active markers will be visible. The delta marker feature displays the differ- ence (delta) in both frequency and value between the selected marker and each of the other active marker. If the limit line is active, you will also see the difference between the selected marker and the limit line.

  • Page 56: Using Markers With Recalled Traces

    Bird Site Analyzer Figure 14 Delta Markers Measure Match 238 Pts Mark 1 10.00 Active Type Triangle 1.00 Delta 4 – 1 800.00 1600.00 Calibration: Full M4 - M1: 325.00 -3.86 1250.00 1.96 Step Action Press the Marker key to enter marker...
  • Page 57 Measure Match Mode In dual mode, the markers show the actual value of both traces and the difference in value between the recalled trace and the current trace. All markers fol- low the current trace only, and only three markers are available in dual mode, M1, M2, and M3.
  • Page 58 Bird Site Analyzer Figure 15 Comparing Data Points in Dual Mode Current Trace Recalled Trace Data Points Data Pt. Data Pt. Data Points Collected Compared Compared Collected...
  • Page 59 Measure Match Mode 1. Be sure that you are in either Measure Match mode or Fault Location mode. 2. Recall a trace (refer to Recall a Saved Trace, page 104). 3. Follow the numbered steps in Figure 16 on page 45 to set markers on a recalled trace. Figure 16 Using Markers with Recalled Traces Measure Match 238 Pts...

  • Page 60: Printing

    Bird Site Analyzer Printing The Bird Site Analyzer can print the information dis- played on the screen to any HP Deskjet printer that supports the PCL Level 3 protocol. To print the screen image, first hold the image (Measurement Hold, page 35) then press the Print key (Figure 17, item 1).

  • Page 61: Cable Loss Measurement

    Tested, page 19). Make sure that the cable does not have power grater than +22 dBm. 2. Make sure that you have the correct adaptors and connectors and a Bird Calibration Combination (cal combo). Also make sure that you know the frequency band of the system 3.
  • Page 62 Bird Site Analyzer Figure 18 Set Up for Cable Loss Measurement Measure Match 238 Pts Cable Loss Mode Freq Scale Limit Line -60.0 Cable Loss 800.00 1600.00 Calibration: OFF Step Action Press the Config key Press the Scale soft key...

  • Page 63: Interpreting The Cable Loss Measurement

    Measure Match Mode 6. Connect a phase stable cable to the Site Analyzer antenna test port and connect a Cal Combo to the other end of the cable. 7. Calibrate the Site Analyzer (refer to Calibrate the Site Analyzer, page 24) Note: After calibration, with the load still connected, the output must below -25 dB.
  • Page 64 Bird Site Analyzer Min. Loss Max. Loss 1. Take the average of M1 and M2. This is the average cable loss across the frequency band. 2. Compare the loss with the manufacturer’s specified loss for a cable of this length. If they do not correspond, retake the measurement, then check the cable for problems.

  • Page 65: Chapter 4 Fault Location Mode

    Before you make a fault location measurement, be sure that you have the following items and informa- tion: • A Bird Calibration Combination (Cal Combo) cali- bration unit • All necessary cables and adapters of the correct size and connector type.

  • Page 66: Select Fault Location Mode

    Bird Site Analyzer CAUTION +22 dBm max. input Do not apply RF power to the Antenna Test Port. Exceeding the maximum input will damage the Site Analyzer. Note: Changing the frequency settings will auto- matically turn calibration off. Always set the frequency before calibrating the unit.

  • Page 67: What You Need To Know About Setting The Frequency Span And Max Distance

    Fault Location Mode Figure 19 Select Fault Location Mode Fault Location 238 Pts Save/ 10.00 Recall Auto Scale Limit Test ON 1.00 Meters 18.2 Limit: 2.50 FAIL Calibration: Full Print Step Action Press the Mode key Press the Fault Location soft key What You Need to Know About Setting the Frequency Span and Max Distance Note: Changing the frequency span or the max...

  • Page 68: Setting The Frequency Span

    Bird Site Analyzer span; the Site Analyzer calculates the frequency span for you. If you manually enter a maximum distance, be sure to select the data points before entering the max distance Note: If you select a maximum distance that is...
  • Page 69 causes the Site Analyzer to calculate and enter the required frequency span. There are two methods you can use to determine the frequency span (for both methods, you need to know the maximum distance, velocity of propagation, and number of data points). Instructions for both methods are in Step 2 below: Use the Fault Location Distance Tables, page 152.
  • Page 70 Bird Site Analyzer frequency span required by using the following equation: ) relative velocity (%) × × # points 1 – Freq Span = ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ test length (m) where (# points - 1) is 237, 474, or 948 If you enter a span greater than the current set- tings permit, the span will be set to the maximum allowable value.
  • Page 71 Fault Location Mode Figure 20 Setting the Frequency Span and the Cen- ter Frequency Measure Match 238 Pts Freq 10.00 Scale Limit Line 1.00 Cable Loss 1100.00 1300.00 Start: 1100.00 MHz Center: 1200.00 MHz Stop: 1300.00 MHz Span: 200.00 Band List: Custom Step Action Press the Config key...

  • Page 72: Setting The Maximum Distance

    Bird Site Analyzer Setting the Maximum Distance Note: Changing the frequency span or the max distance will automatically turn calibration off. Always set the frequency span or max distance before calibrating the unit. 1. Select the Fault Location mode (Figure 19 on page 53).

  • Page 73: Calibrate The Site Analyzer

    If you need to use an extension cable or a phase stable cable, connect that cable to the antenna test port on the Site Analyzer and then connect the Bird Calibra- tion Combination to the end of the extension cable.

  • Page 74: Setting The Cable Type

    Bird Site Analyzer Setting the Cable Type Setting the cable type means that you enter values for the velocity of propagation and the cable loss. You can set the cable type manually or choose from a list of preset values. When you manually enter a value for the velocity of propagation or cable loss, the Cable List entry becomes “Custom”.
  • Page 75 Fault Location Mode Figure 23 Select Cable Type Manually Fault Location 238 Pts Distance 10.00 Scale Limit Line 1.00 Smooth Meters 18.2 Vel. Prop.: 0.8800 Cable List: Custom Loss: 0.105 dB/m Cbl Type Step Value Press the Config key Press the Cbl Type soft key For both Vel Prop and Loss, scroll to select the item (Vel Prop or Loss) Enter the Vel Prop value or enter the Loss...
  • Page 76 Bird Site Analyzer Figure 24 Select Cable Type from List Fault Location 238 Pts Distance Type Vp@1Ghz Loss Scale 5062 0.8200 0.1447 5088 0.8800 0.1047 5092 0.8200 0.1089 Limit Line 5128 0.8800 0.0745 5228 0.8800 0.0420 5328 0.8800 0.0312 Smooth 5438 0.8800...

  • Page 77: Setting The Distance And Units

    Fault Location Mode Setting the Distance and Units Distance to Display on the Trace (start, stop) The trace can display the entire length (distance) of the cable system you are measuring or a smaller por- tion of the length for better detail. If you suspect that there might be a fault at a known distance along a cable, you can set the display to show only that area by using the start and stop points.
  • Page 78 Bird Site Analyzer Figure 25 Setting the Start and Stop Distance Fault Location 238 Pts Distance 10.00 Scale Limit Line 1.00 Smooth Meters 18.2 Start: 0.0 m Units: Meters Stop: 18.2 Cbl Type Max: 45.0 m Step Action Press the Config key...
  • Page 79 Fault Location Mode Figure 26 Setting the Distance Units Fault Location [238 Pts] Distance 10.00 Scale Limit Line 1.00 Smooth Units Meters 18.2 Meters Start: 0.0 m Units: Meters Stop: 18.2 Feet Cbl Type Max: 45.0 m Step Action Press the Config key Press the Distance soft key Press the left or right arrow keys to select Units...

  • Page 80: Setting The Scale & Unit Of Measure

    Bird Site Analyzer Setting the Scale & Unit of Measure You can set the display scale manually or by using Auto Scale. The display trace can be in units of return loss [dB] or VSWR [ratio]. You can activate Auto Scale from the configuration screen or from the main Fault Location screen.
  • Page 81 Fault Location Mode Figure 27 Setting Fault Location Scale Units Fault Location 238 Pts Distance 10.00 Scale Limit Line 1.00 Smooth Meters 18.2 Units Min: 1.00 Auto Scale VSWR Max: 99.99 Units: VSWR Rtn Loss Cbl Type Pts: Step Action Press the Config key Press the Scale soft key Use the left or right scroll keys to select...
  • Page 82 Bird Site Analyzer Figure 28 Setting Fault Location Scale Limits Man- ually Fault Location 238 Pts Distance 10.00 Scale Limit Line 1.00 Smooth Meters 18.2 Min: 1.00 Auto Scale Max: 10.00 Units: VSWR Cbl Type Pts: Step Action Press the Config key...

  • Page 83: Set The Measurement Data Points

    Fault Location Mode Figure 29 Setting Fault Location Auto Scale Fault Location 238 Pts Distance 10.00 Scale Limit Line 1.00 Smooth Meters 18.2 Min: 1.00 Auto Scale Max: 10.00 Units: VSWR Cbl Type Pts: Step Action Press the Config key Press the Scale soft key Use the left or right scroll keys to select Auto Scale...
  • Page 84 Bird Site Analyzer ber of data points collected (238, 475, or 949) are saved. The default number of data points is 238. Selecting 475 data points provides twice as many measurement points as 238, but it takes approximately twice as long for the trace to sweep and display.

  • Page 85: Set The Graph Display Type

    Fault Location Mode Figure 30 Setting the Measurement Resolution Fault Location 238 Pts Distance 10.00 Scale Limit Line 1.00 Smooth Meters 18.2 Min: 1.00 Auto Scale Max: 10.00 Units: VSWR Cbl Type Res: 1X Step Action Press the Config key Press the Scale soft key Use the left or right scroll keys to select Press the up scroll key to open the list...
  • Page 86 Bird Site Analyzer points, and 949 points takes four times as much time to sweep as 238 points. The Site Analyzer display screen graph area can dis- play only 238 data points because of its physical pixel limitations. However, if the trace contains 475 data points or 949 data points, all points are represented on the display.
  • Page 87 Figure 31 Setting the Graph Display Fault Location 238 Pts Freq 10.00 Scale Limit Line 1.00 Cable Loss Graph Display 800.00 1600.00 Envelope Min: Auto Scale Minimum Max: 99.00 Units: VSWR Maximum Disp: Envelope Step Action Press the Config key Press the Scale soft key Press the left or right scroll key to select Disp...

  • Page 88: Set And Activate Acceptance Limits

    Bird Site Analyzer Set and Activate Acceptance Limits The limit line helps to set off those parts of a trace that are outside of the acceptance (limit) values. It appears as a horizontal line at the limit line value. You can set an acceptance limit line to help visualize what part of the measurement trace is not acceptable.
  • Page 89 Fault Location Mode Figure 32 Setting a Limit Line Fault Location 238 Pts Distance 10.00 Scale Limit Line 1.00 Smooth Meters 18.2 Limit: 2.50 Cbl Type Step Action While in the Fault Location mode, press the Limit Test key to activate the limit line: First press - Test ON Aud (line and sound) Second press - Test ON (line only) Third press - Test OFF...

  • Page 90: Test For Fault Location

    Bird Site Analyzer Test for Fault Location 1. Connect the Site Analyzer to the cable being tested. Note: If you calibrated the Site Analyzer with a phase stable cable connected to its antenna port, do not remove the cable. Con- nect it to the cable to be tested.

  • Page 91: Interpreting The Fault Location Measurement

    Fault Location Mode Interpreting the Fault Location Measurement The graph below shows a typical Fault Location mea- surement for an antenna system. The table lists typi- cal component return losses. Limit Line at –14 dB Antenna Connection to Site Analyzer Connector Fault Noise...

  • Page 92: Measurement Hold

    Bird Site Analyzer 4. If you have selected a cable length that is less than the total length of the cable system, the trace might show a spike that is not really a fault, but rather an echo from the remaining portion of the cable that is beyond the length you chose.

  • Page 93: Markers

    Fault Location Mode Figure 33 Measurement Hold Fault Location 238 Pts Save/ 10.00 Recall Auto Scale Limit Test OFF 1.00 Measurement Hold Meters 18.2 Sweep will Calibration: Full NOT update Print Step Action Press the Hold soft key to hold the mea- surement;...

  • Page 94: Activate Markers And Set Marker Style

    Bird Site Analyzer Markers indicate VSWR to 0.01, and Return Loss or Cable Loss to 0.1 dB. When you display both a recalled trace and the current measurement trace at the same time, there is an addi- tional marker option, single mode and dual mode. In single mode, the markers function normally (indicat- ing the frequency and value at the marker).
  • Page 95 Fault Location Mode Figure 34 Activate Marker and Set Style Fault Location [1X Res] Mark 1 10.00 Active Type Line 1.00 Delta None Meters 18.2 Calibration: OFF 3.050 1.000 8.530 3.890 Step Action Press the Marker key to enter marker setup Press the Mark soft key to select a marker (1-6)

  • Page 96: Move Markers

    Bird Site Analyzer Move Markers You can move the active marker by using the arrow scroll keys or by entering a distance with the numeric key pad. All markers follow the current trace only. If you have recalled a trace and you want to use mark-...
  • Page 97 Fault Location Mode Figure 35 Moving Markers Fault Location 238 Pts Mark 1 10.00 Active Type Triangle 1.00 Delta None 18.2 Meters Calibration: OFF 0.000 1.00 8.531 7.43 Step Action Press the Marker key to enter marker setup Press the Mark soft key to select a marker (1-6) Press the right or left arrow keys to move the marker right or left, or enter a...

  • Page 98: Using Delta Markers

    Bird Site Analyzer Using Delta Markers In the delta marker mode, only active markers will be visible. The delta marker feature displays the differ- ence (delta) in both frequency and value between the selected marker and each active marker. If the limit line is active, you will also see the difference between the selected marker and the limit line.
  • Page 99 Fault Location Mode Figure 36 Delta Markers Using Markers with Recalled Traces Fault Location 238 Pts Mark 1 10.00 Active Type Triangle 1.00 Delta 4 – 1 Meters 18.2 Calibration: OFF M4 - M1: 5.480 2.89 8.530 3.89 Step Action Press the Marker key to enter marker setup Press the Mark soft key to select an active...
  • Page 100 Bird Site Analyzer reading. All markers follow the current trace only, and only three markers are available in dual mode, M1, M2, and M3. When you select dual mode, the markers move as described in Move Markers, page 82. 1. Be sure that you are in either Measure Match mode or Fault Location mode.
  • Page 101 Fault Location Mode Figure 37 Using Markers with Recalled Traces Fault Location 238 Pts 000, TX 016, 01-MAR-2003 12:00 Mark 1 10.00 Active Type Triangle 1.00 Delta None Meters 18.2 Calibration: OFF 3.10 1.00 Rcl-M1: 0.00 2.31 Dual Mode Step Action Press the Marker key Press the Mode soft key to select single...

  • Page 102: Smooth

    Bird Site Analyzer Smooth Smooth is an option that will digitally average the dis- played trace. There are three levels of smoothing, low medium, and high. Follow the steps in Figure 38 to set smoothing. Figure 39, page 89 shows the same trace with high smoothing selected.

  • Page 103: Saving The Measurement

    You can save the trace and recall and review it at a later time (refer to Save Trace, page 92). Printing The Bird Site Analyzer can print the information dis- played on the screen to any HP Deskjet printer that supports the PCL Level 3 protocol. To print the screen image, first hold the image (Figure 33, page 79) then press the Print soft key (Figure 40, item 1).
  • Page 104 Bird Site Analyzer then display the word ERROR beside the Print soft key. To clear the error, select Mode>Utility>Printer, then press the Printer soft key a second time to reset the system. Figure 40 Print the Screen Image Fault Location...

  • Page 105: Chapter 5 Save And Recall

    Chapter 5 Save and Recall Traces and instrument setups can be saved to and recalled from the nonvolatile memory in the unit. The Site Analyzer identifies saved items with a sequen- tially generated number, a time-date stamp, and the number of data measurement points. For example, a trace might be identified as 010 13-DEC-2004 10:47 475 where 010 is the sequential number, 13-DEC-2004 10:47 is the time-date stamp, and...

  • Page 106: Save Trace

    Bird Site Analyzer Figure 41 Out of Memory Message Save Trace To save a trace, you must be in either Measure Match mode or Fault Location mode 1. Press the Save/Recall soft key. 2. Press the Save soft key (Figure 42, page 93, item 1) which automatically opens the text label screen (Figure 43, page 93).
  • Page 107 Save and Recall Figure 42 Save Trace Screen Save & Recall 000, GHG 70713, 23-FEB-2005 05:41, 1X Save Reg Description Date 001 015 ALPHA 02 01-JAN-2003 11:26 Recall 000 GHG 70713 01-JAN-2003 11:26 Label Delete 2 of 2:FAULT LOCATION @ 50 METERS CBL TYPE - 12 Setup Mem avail: 499 traces at 238 Pts Figure 43 Text Label Screen...

  • Page 108: Label Text Shortcuts

    Bird Site Analyzer Step Action Press the right and left scroll keys to select a character column Press a soft key to enter the letter indi- cated at its right Label name appears as characters are entered Text cursor indicates where next charac-...

  • Page 109: Label Text Help

    Save and Recall Figure 44 Text Label Configuration Save & Recall Help QuickText A D G J M P S V Y . Disable Shortcuts B E H K N Q T W Z , C F I L O R U X / [Space] Shortcuts on.

  • Page 110: Changing (Editing) Label Text

    Bird Site Analyzer 3. Press the Config key. 4. Follow the numbered steps in Figure 45, page 96 to display the label text help screen. Figure 45 Text Label Help Save & Recall Help 016 BETA X01 QuickText Use LEFT or RIGHT arrows to select column or A D G J M P S V Y .

  • Page 111: Quicktext For Trace Labels

    1. Press the Save/Recall soft key to display the list of saved items. 2. Press the up or down scroll key to select an item to edit. 3. Press the Label soft key (Figure 46, item 1) to enter the label text screen. 4.

  • Page 112: View Quicktext Elements

    Bird Site Analyzer entering text into a label, you can select pre-stored text elements from the QuickText area instead of typ- ing each letter. You must be in either Measure Match mode or Fault Location mode to use QuickText. View Quicktext Elements The Quicktext column in the normal text entry screen displays only 15 characters.

  • Page 113: Create Quicktext

    Figure 47 View Quicktext List Save & Recall Select 016 BETA QuickText A D G J M P S V Y . Add to [Enter] 016 BETA Qtext B E H K N Q T W Z , Delete C F I L O R U X / View [Space] QText...

  • Page 114: Use Quicktext

    Bird Site Analyzer 4. Follow the numbered steps in Figure 48, page 100 to add the edit line text to the QuickText list. Figure 48 Creating QuickText Save & Recall Select ALPHA QuickText A D G J M P S V Y .
  • Page 115 Save and Recall 3. Use the Delete soft key to delete unwanted text from the edit line. 4. Use the up or down scroll keys to position the text cursor where you want to insert a QuickText element. Note: QuickText elements overwrite existing text from the insert cursor location to the right.

  • Page 116: Delete Quicktext

    Bird Site Analyzer Figure 49 Inserting QuickText Elements Save & Recall Select QuickText A D G J M P S V Y . Add to Qtext ALPHA B E H K N Q T W Z , 016 BETA Delete...
  • Page 117 Save and Recall 3. Follow the numbered steps in Figure 50, page 103 to select and delete QuickText text elements. Figure 50 Delete a QuickText Element Save & Recall Select QuickText A D G J M P S V Y . Add to Qtext ALPHA...

  • Page 118: Recall A Saved Trace

    Bird Site Analyzer Recall a Saved Trace When you recall a saved trace, it is displayed along with the trace currently being measured (two traces on the screen). To remove a recalled trace from the dis- play, press the Save/Recall soft key then press the Esc key.

  • Page 119: Delete A Saved Trace

    Save and Recall Figure 51 Recalling a Saved Trace Save & Recall Save Reg Description Date 001 015 ALPHA 02 01-JAN-2003 11:26 Recall 000 GHG 70713 01-JAN-2003 11:26 Label Delete 2 of 2:FAULT LOCATION @ 50 METERS CBL TYPE - 12 Setup Mem avail: 499 traces at 238 Pts Step...

  • Page 120: Save A Setup

    Bird Site Analyzer Figure 52 Deleting a Saved Trace Save & Recall Save Reg Description Date 001 015 ALPHA 02 01-JAN-2003 11:26 Recall 000 GHG 70713 01-JAN-2003 11:26 Label Delete 2 of 2:FAULT LOCATION @ 50 METERS CBL TYPE - 12...
  • Page 121 Save and Recall the saved values replace the current parameters. Sav- ing a setup captures the following values: Scale Min Start Frequency Center Frequency Scale Max Stop Frequency Span Frequency Start Distance Units Calibration Coeff. Stop Distance FM Status Limit Line Saving a setup also includes the internal temperature of the Site Analyzer and the date and time of the save.

  • Page 122: Recall Setup

    You must be in either Measure Match mode or Fault Location mode to recall a setup. Note: Since a new setup may change the frequency (which cancels calibration), calibrate the Bird Site Analyzer immediately after recalling a setup. 1. Press the Save/Recall soft key...
  • Page 123 Save and Recall 2. Follow the numbered steps in Figure 54, page 109 to recall a setup. Figure 54 Recalling a Setup Save & Recall Save Setup Frequency Temp Date 1400-1600 01-JAN-2003 11:25 Recall 800-1600 10-JAN-2003 09:30 Label Delete Setup Step Action Press the Setup soft key...

  • Page 124: Delete Setup

    Bird Site Analyzer Delete Setup You must be in either Measure Match mode or Fault Location mode to delete a setup. 1. Press the Save/Recall soft key 2. Follow the numbered steps in Figure 54, page 109 to delete a setup.

  • Page 125: Chapter 6 Measure Power Mode

    One measurement is also displayed on an ana- log dial. Sensors compatible with the Bird Site Ana- lyzer include Bird VSWR Monitors and Broadcast Power Monitors, as well as the Bird 5010B, 5011, and 5012. Press the keys indicated in the following figure to enter the Measure Power mode.

  • Page 126: Connecting A Sensor

    Bird Site Analyzer Figure 56 Connecting the Site Analyzer to Measure Power ANTENNA/ LOAD POWER SENSOR SITE ANALYZER Computer Port 9-16 VDC 1.3A Remote Power Sensor Printer Port Connecting a Sensor CAUTION Always turn off the SA before connecting or disconnecting a sensor.
  • Page 127 “Remote Power Sensor” port (see Figure 56 on page 112). CAUTION When using a Bird 5011 or 5011-EF, do not exceed 2 W average or 125 W peak power for 5 µs. Doing so will render the sensor inoperative.

  • Page 128: Display Description

    Bird Site Analyzer Display Description Figure 57 Measure Power Screen Features Measure Power Measure Power Mode Sample Sensor Connected Display, Display with a sensor 0.0 Watts properly connected PwrUnit Watts 600.00 MatchUnit Rtn Loss Mode Refl 0.00 Watts Match 0.00 Loss(dB)

  • Page 129: Setting The Full Scale Power

    Bird 5011 or 5012. Zeroing Bird Power Sensors CAUTION When using a Bird 5011 or 5011-EF, do not exceed 2 W average or 125 W peak power for 5 µs. Doing so will render the sensor inoperative. Over time, the sensor’s “zero value” (reading with no applied RF power) can drift, making all readings inac- curate by this value.
  • Page 130 Bird Site Analyzer 4.998 mW, a 0.04% error. Periodically rezero the sen- sor. This applies to 5011 and 5012 power sensors. Note: For best results, make sure the sensor has been connected to the Site Analyzer and the SA turned on for at least 5 minutes.

  • Page 131: Choosing The Displayed Measurement

    Measure Power Mode Measure Power Mode Configuration Screen Recall Setups Press to 0.00 mWatts accept the warning Zero Calibrate 12.00 WARNING Do not disconnect sensor until cal is complete. Offset 0.00 FullScale 0.01 Watts Wait for Measure Power Mode calibration to finish Configuration Screen Recall...

  • Page 132: Setting Units

    2.00 VSWR Changing the mode for the 5010B The 5010B has three modes of operations, APM, 43Avg, and 43Peak. Bird 43 Elements can measure average, peak, and average of max. and min. power. Bird APM Elements can only measure average power.

  • Page 133: The 43Peak Mode

    Measure Power Mode Measure Power Mode Sensor Connected Display -30.00 dBm PwrUnit 58.00 MatchUnit VSWR Mode Toggle – 43Avg Refl -30.00 dBm 43Peak Match 2.00 VSWR The 43Peak Mode When the 5010B is in the 43Peak mode, the measure- ments change as shown below. Measure Power Mode Sensor Connected Display...

  • Page 134: Using The 5012 Wideband Power Sensor

    Bird Site Analyzer Using the 5012 Wideband Power Sensor Changing the Measurement Type The 5012 has three different measurement modes, Create, Burst, and CCDF. Measure Power Mode Sensor Connected Display -30.00 dBm PwrUnit MatchUnit VSWR Meas Type Toggle – CCDF...

  • Page 135: Vswr

    Square Wave Signal VSWR VSWR measures the relation between forward and reflected average power. The Bird Wideband Power Sensor calculates the VSWR from the Forward and Reflected Average Power measurements. Rho and Return Loss are also the same measurement, but in...

  • Page 136: Peak Envelope Power

    Bird Site Analyzer Filter Correct Filter Too Small Filter Too Wide Video Filter Noise Settings, 300 kHz Signal Signal Video Filter Modulation Type 4.5 kHz CW Burst (Burst width > 150 µs), Voice Band AM, FM, Phase Modulation, Tetra 400 kHz CW Burst (b.w.

  • Page 137: Burst Average Power

    Measure Power Mode Burst Average Power Burst width (BW) is the duration of a pulse. Period (P) is the time from the start of one pulse to the start of the next pulse. Duty cycle (D) is the percentage of time that the transmitter is on.

  • Page 138: Complementary Cumulative Distribution Function (Ccdf)

    Bird Site Analyzer Complementary Cumulative Distribution Function (CCDF) CCDF measures the amount of time the power is above a threshold. Equivalently, it is the probability that any single measurement will be above the thresh- old. The WPS samples the power over a 300 ms win- dow and compares it to a user-specified threshold, in Watts.

  • Page 139: Setting The Offset

    Attenuation(dB) = 10 x Log [Attenuation(%) / 100] 5011-EF The Bird 5011-EF uses frequency-dependent correc- tion factors to provide more accurate measurements. To use these, look at the label on the side of the sensor and find the correction factor at the frequency being measured.

  • Page 140: Recall Setups

    Offset 16.00 dB Match 0.00 Loss(dB) Recall Setups Power measurement setups can be created using the Bird Site Analyzer PCTool Software, then stored in the Site Analyzer’s nonvolatile memory. These setups store both the offset and the full scale power.
  • Page 141 Measure Power Mode Press from Measure Power Mode Measure Power Mode Select Power Setup Recall Press to display the Name Offset Scale Power Setup menu Setup1 16.00 1000.00 W Dflt1 0.00 500.00 W Dflt2 0.00 500.00 W Dflt3 0.00 500.00 W Dflt4 0.00 500.00 W...
  • Page 142 Bird Site Analyzer...

  • Page 143: Chapter 7 Utilities

    These utilities adjust the Bird Site Analyzer’s date and time, return the unit to default settings, and check the printer status. To exit the Utility mode, press the Esc key or press the Mode key.

  • Page 144: Adjust Date And Time

    Bird Site Analyzer Adjust Date and Time Utility Mode System Press to Model SA-1700, 25 - 1700 MHz display the system Printer SN: 00000000 settings 25 Nov 2002 FM Mod Current Date / Time: 12 - - 2001 12:05 p...

  • Page 145: Fm Modulation

    Return to defaults executed. Rtn To Defaults FM Modulation The Bird Site Analyzer uses FM modulation to improve its immunity to interfering signals. Under certain circumstances, such as while making cable loss or other high reflection measurements with long cables, FM modulation may reduce signal quality. In that case, the modulation should be turned off.

  • Page 146: Printer

    OFF Rtn To Defaults Printer The Bird Site Analyzer is compatible with all printers that use HP PCL Level 3, including most HP printers. When a printer error occurs, this screen will display an error message describing the printer problem.

  • Page 147: Chapter 8 Computer Software

    Computer Software Chapter 8 Computer Software The Bird Site Analyzer Software is designed to help you use the Site Analyzer more effectively. It allows you to use a PC for archiving and analyzing measure- ment data. For complete instructions refer to the help files included with the software.
  • Page 148 Bird Site Analyzer...

  • Page 149: Chapter 9 Maintenance

    CAUTION Harsh or abrasive detergents, and some solvents, can damage the display unit and labels. Clean the Bird Site Analyzer only with a soft cloth dampened with mild detergent and water. Do not use any other type of cleaning solution.

  • Page 150: Troubleshooting

    Bird Site Analyzer Troubleshooting Any service procedure not covered in this manual should be referred to an authorized service facility. Locate the problem, review the possible causes, and perform the action listed. If the problem is not cor- rected, give us a call or return the unit for service.

  • Page 151: Battery Replacement

    Maintenance Problem Possible Cause Possible Correction Limit line disappears Limit line not drawing Turn the limit line off and in Fault Location then back on. Recalled fault location No fault location Change to Measure Match trace is invalid measurement made Mode and then back to since last full system Fault Location Mode.

  • Page 152: Firmware Update

    To update the instru- ment, you will need to install the SA Updater software on your PC. The SA Updater software is available on the Bird web site. Note: The update process will erase the memory of the Site Analyzer, including all saved traces and setups.

  • Page 153: Upgrade To Model Sa6000Ex

    Customer Service If you need to return the unit for any reason, contact the Bird Service Center for a return authorization. All instruments returned must be shipped prepaid and to the attention of Bird Service Center.

  • Page 154: Service Facility

    Bird Site Analyzer Service Facility Bird Service Center 30303 Aurora Road Cleveland (Solon), Ohio 44139-2794 Phone: (440) 519-2298 Fax: (440) 519-2326 E-mail: bsc@bird-technologies.com Sales Facilities For the location of the Sales Office nearest you, give us a call or visit our Web site at: http://www.bird-electronic.com...
  • Page 155 Refer to the figures on page 144, page 146, and page 147. VSWR Calculated from Return Loss Accuracy only guaranteed when using the Bird Calibration Combo listed in this manual (See page 149). Distance to Fault (DTF) Measurement Internal Mode...
  • Page 156 Bird Site Analyzer X-Axis ≡ × R 150 ------ - ∆F Where R=Resolution (meters), V =Velocity of Propagation, ∆F= Frequency Span (MHz) Y-Axis 0.1 dB, 0.01 VSWR Range X-Axis number of data points (238, 475, or 949) x R Y-Axis 0 to –60 dB...

  • Page 157: General

    Maintenance Power Measure Mode Displays power from Bird 5010B, 5011, Function 5011-EF, VSWR Alarm, and ACM power sensors (specifications determined by sensor) General Non-volatile internal memory can store 500 Data Storage traces (250 for SA-1700 and SA-1700-P) in 238 data point format, 250 traces in 475 data point format, or 125 traces in 949 data point format.
  • Page 158 Bird Site Analyzer Calibration Cycle User Defined Recommended Cal- 12 months ibration Interval SA-1700 Measurement Uncertainty (Return Loss after one refresh)
  • Page 159 Maintenance...
  • Page 160 Bird Site Analyzer SA-2500A Measurement Uncertainty (Return Loss after one refresh)
  • Page 161 Maintenance SA-6000 Measurement Uncertainty (Return Loss after one refresh)

  • Page 162: Parts List

    Bird Site Analyzer Parts List Part Name Part Number Site Analyzer - Complete 780 – 2500 MHz SA-2500A 25 – 1700 MHz With Power Measure SA-1700-P Without Power Measure SA-1700 25 - 6000 MHz SA-6000 AC adapter (15 Vdc output)

  • Page 163: Hard Transit Case

    Includes ac adapter and dc power cord. Directional Power Sensor P/N: 5010B Sensor for Thruline power measurement. Requires two Bird DPM elements. Refer to DPM Element Guide, P/N 871-DPM-019-901, for a complete list of elements. Terminating Power Sensor P/N: 5011 or 5011-EF...

  • Page 164: Wideband Power Sensor

    Bird Site Analyzer The Bird 5011 frequency range is 40 MHz – 4 GHz. The 5011-EF frequency range is 40 MHz – 12 GHz. Wideband Power Sensor P/N: 5012 Sensor for Thruline power measurement. Terminating Power Sensor Accessories: Description Part Number Female N to Male N Attenuators (RF power range using TPS) 30 dB (10 mW –...

  • Page 165: Appendix

    Maintenance Appendix This appendix provides general information about the Site Analyzer including term definitions, fault location equations, and fault location distance tables. Definitions Measure Match Mode The Match Measurement mode shows the resonant frequencies for an antenna or filter. It also confirms that there are no impedance problems in the nonreso- nant components such as cables, connectors, lightning protectors, and jumpers.
  • Page 166 Bird Site Analyzer Markers Markers are used to show the exact value at one point on the graph. In Measure Match and Cable Loss modes, the marker displays the frequency and loss (or VSWR). In Fault Location mode, the marker displays the distance and loss.
  • Page 167 Maintenance the number of data points you wish measure (238, 475, 949).
  • Page 168 Bird Site Analyzer Fault Location Distance - 238 Data Points Fault Location Distance and Resolution - 238 Data Points Vel Prop 0.66 0.88 Freq Span Max Distance Resolution Max Distance Resolution (MHz) 999.9 937.9 155.8 395.7 999.9 999.9 207.7 527.6 999.9...
  • Page 169 Maintenance Fault Location Distance - 475 Data Points Fault Location Distance and Resolution - 475 Data Points Vel Prop 0.66 0.88 Freq Span Max Distance Resolution Max Distance Resolution (MHz) 999.9 999.9 155.8 395.7 999.9 999.9 207.7 527.6 999.9 937.9 77.9 197.9 999.9...
  • Page 170 Bird Site Analyzer Fault Location Distance - 949 Data Points Fault Location Distance and Resolution - 949 Data Pts Vel Prop 0.66 0.88 Freq Span Max Distance Resolution Max Distance Resolution (MHz) 999.9 999.9 155.8 395.7 999.9 999.9 207.7 527.6 999.9...
  • Page 171 Limited Warranty All products manufactured by Seller are warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year, unless otherwise specified, from date of shipment and to conform to applicable specifications, drawings, blueprints and/or samples. Seller’s sole obligation under these warranties shall be to issue credit, repair or replace any item or part thereof which is proved to be other than as warranted;...

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