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- Page 1 ® Bird Diagnostic System BDS2 7001A900-2 Operation Manual ©Copyright 2018 by Bird Technologies, Inc. Instruction Book P/N 920-7001A900-1 Rev. A Bird Diagnostic System is trademark of Bird Electronic Corporation...
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Page 2: Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions The following are general safety precautions that are not necessarily related to any specific part or procedure, and do not necessarily appear elsewhere in this publication. These precautions must be thoroughly understood and apply to all phases of operation and maintenance. WARNING Keep Away From Live Circuits Operating Personnel must at all times observe general safety precautions. -
Page 3: Safety Symbols
Safety Precautions Safety Symbols WARNING Warning notes call attention to a procedure, which if not correctly performed could result in personal injury. CAUTION Caution notes call attention to a procedure, which if not correctly performed could result in damage to the instrument. The caution symbol appears on the equipment indicating there is important information in the instruction manual regarding that particular area. -
Page 4: Safety Statements
Bird Diagnostic System 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. - Page 5 Safety Precautions SERVICE SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS ARE FOR USE BY SERVICE - TRAINED PERSONNEL ONLY. TO AVOID DANGEROUS ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT PERFORM ANY SERVICING UNLESS QUALIFIED TO DO SERVICIO LAS INSTRUCCIONES DE SERVICIO SON PARA USO EXCLUSIVO DEL PERSONAL DE SERVICIO CAPACITADO.
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Page 6: About This Manual
Bird Diagnostic System About This Manual This manual covers the operating and maintenance instructions for the following models: 7001A900-2 Changes to this Manual We have made every effort to ensure this manual is accurate. If you discover any errors, or if you have suggestions for improving this manual, please send your comments to our Solon, Ohio factory. -
Page 7: Table Of Contents
Bird Diagnostic System (BDS) ........ - Page 8 Bird Diagnostic System Connection Options ............... . 13 BDS GUI Interface Detail .
- Page 9 Table of Contents Scan Mode Options ................32 Standard Tracking Mode Options .
- Page 10 List of Tables Table 1 Standard Tracking Mode CSV Format Description ........30 Table 2 Spectral Search Mode CSV Format Description .
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Page 11: Chapter 1 Introduction
Chapter 1 Introduction Bird Diagnostic System (BDS) The Bird Diagnostic System (BDS) is a broadband RF monitoring and diagnostic system designed to be used in a 50 or non-50 ohm environments (See for available bandwidths). The BDS consists of three "Specifications"... -
Page 12: Frequency Tracking Capabilities
Up to 4 harmonic frequencies for each fundamental frequency (in addition to the fundamental). Up to 6 inter-modulation products. The BDS also has the capability to detect arc transients. Receiver Control/Communication Options The Bird Diagnostic System offers the following communication methods: Ethernet BDS2 Graphical User Interface (GUI) -
Page 13: Cw Option
Introduction CW Option In the CW mode, the BDS collects voltage and current information for user specified fundamental and harmonic frequencies continuously. The fundamental frequencies are tracked to ensure peak signal measurements are captured. No external sync pulse is required for CW option. Pulse Option In the Pulse mode, the BDS collects voltage and current information for user specified fundamental and harmonic frequencies only during the duration of the external sync pulse. -
Page 14: Spectral Search Mode
Bird Diagnostic System Duration - The length of time (pulse width) of each state must be defined, for each state. The dura- tion value provides the information the receiver needs to measure the full width of each state. ... -
Page 15: Connectors, Controls And Indicators
Introduction Connectors, Controls and Indicators Figure 6 BDS II Front Panel Item Name Description Sensor Data Sensor temperature / data connector (DB-9) Serial Port Sensor RF Input Voltage sensor connector Voltage Sensor RF Input Current sensor connector Current EtherCAT - IN EtherCAT control network input port EtherCAT - OUT EtherCAT control network output port Link/Activity... - Page 16 Bird Diagnostic System Figure 7 BDS II Rear Panel Item Name Description RATE Device Net DeviceNet baud rate switch DeviceNet DeviceNet network connector used for control via a DeviceNet Interface network. Connector SYNC Input Sync input used for Gated and Pulse mode operation.
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Page 17: Theory Of Operation
Theory of Operation The Bird Diagnostic System (BDS) is a real-time RF measurement system that consists of a sensor, a sensor cable, and a receiver. Each component of the BDS (sensor, sensor cable, receiver) is calibrated separately and contains its own calibration constants which permits interchangeability without recalibration. -
Page 18: Chapter 2 Installation
If the shipping container is not damaged, unpack the unit. Save shipping materials for repackaging. 2. Inspect unit for visual signs of damage. Note: If there is damage, immediately notify the shipping carrier and Bird Technologies. Installing the Receiver CAUTION Do not block airflow to fan or air vents. -
Page 19: Installing The Sensor
Installation Figure 10 BDS Receiver Mounting Installing the Sensor CAUTION Bending RF cables can cause damage. When routing RF cables, the minimum bend radius is 0.5 inch (12.7 mm). Do not bend the cables more than the minimum bend radius. Failure to comply may result in permanent damage to the cable and reduced equipment performance. -
Page 20: Connecting The Sensor And Receiver Cables
Voltage sensor connector Sensor temperature / data connector (DB-9) Installing the BDS Graphical User Interface Application 1. Run “7001A992-X_BDS2GUI_setup-X.exe”. Note: This will create a shortcut under the start menu folder “Start->All Programs->Bird->BDS2 GUI.” 2. Copy the shortcut onto the PC’s desktop (optional). -
Page 21: Chapter 3 Operating Instructions
Chapter 3 Operating Instructions Overview The are several methods available to control of the BDS receiver: Ethernet - The Ethernet connection is used in conjunction with the BDS Graphical User Interface for configuration and display of the BDS. Graphical User Interface - The provides configuration and display capabilities for the BDS. -
Page 22: Restoring Pc Network Connection To Dhcp
Applying Power The Bird Diagnostic System receiver has a power input connector on the rear panel, the supplied BDS 2 power supply should be secured to the BDS using the screw-on barrel connector. The power switch on the rear panel is used to apply and remove power to the BDS circuitry. -
Page 23: Connection Options
"File" on page 14 There are two modes of operation with the Bird GUI: Standard Tracking and Spectral Search (Sweep). In addition, the BDS also has transient detection capability that is available in both operating modes. -
Page 24: Bds Gui Interface Detail
Bird Diagnostic System BDS GUI Interface Detail Menu Bar File Provides standard file operations for opening and saving BDS Documents. New — Creates a new BDS document. Note: The new document will inherit the properties of the previous document, including measurement and scan options. -
Page 25: Connection
Operating Instructions Connection Open — Establishes a connection to the BDS receiver. Close — Closes the current connection to the BDS receiver. New… — Displays the “New Connection” dialog box. See "Connection Options" on page 13 Mode Offers menu items for configuring and operating in either Tracking Mode or Spectral Search Mode. This menu is context-sensitive to the currently active mode (Tracking or Spectral Search). -
Page 26: Window
Bird Diagnostic System Window Presents standard window menu options. New Window — Creates a new View window from the active window. Cascade — Aligns windows on top of one another. Tile — Aligns windows in a tile pattern so that no windows overlap. -
Page 27: Toolbars
Operating Instructions Toolbars Toolbar icons are described from left to right. Standard New — Creates a new BDS document. Note: The new document will inherit the properties of the previous document, including measurement and scan options. Save — Saves the active BDS document using previously selected name in CSV format. If the document has not been saved previously the Save As dialog box will open. -
Page 28: Options
Bird Diagnostic System Options Standard Tracking Mode Options — Red reticule icon displays the Standard Tracking Mode Configuration dialog box. Note: This has the same functionality as the “Mode->Options...” menu item. Spectral Search Mode Options — Broom icon displays the Spectral Search (Sweep) Mode Configuration dialog box. -
Page 29: Setting Up The Bds Gui Application
Operating Instructions Setting Up the BDS GUI Application The BDS GUI application obtains data from the host application. To do this perform the following: 1. Ensure the all hardware is connected. 2. Ensure network connections are correct. See "Configuring PC Network Settings to BDS Subnet" on page 11 3. -
Page 30: Using Standard Tracking Mode
Bird Diagnostic System Using Standard Tracking Mode This section provides the minimum steps required to configure the BDS receiver in Standard Tracking Mode. There are many settings and options available in the Standard Mode of operation. For more information about Standard Tracking Mode options, refer to "Standard Tracking Mode Options"... -
Page 31: Acquiring Fresh Data
Operating Instructions Note: If harmonics are desired for this fundamental frequency, click on each “H” button that represents the harmonics you desire (e.g. H1, H2, H3, H4). Note: To remove a frequency or harmonic from the Selected Frequency list, select it then click the “<<Remove”... -
Page 32: Saving The Document
Bird Diagnostic System Saving the Document Select “File->Save As…” from the main menu. Note: If the data will be analyzed using another application such as MS Excel, see "Viewing Captured Data Using MS Excel" on page 30 Figure 18 Saving the Document in Standard Tracking Mode... -
Page 33: Viewing The Data
Operating Instructions Viewing the Data Data can be viewed while it’s being collected or after a data acquisition completes. The data is displayed in the following formats: Table Time plot Smith chart These views can be accessed and switched at any time by: ... - Page 34 Bird Diagnostic System The data table displays the following information for each harmonic component returned in the dataset: F (Hz) - The estimated frequency in Hz. This is the frequency reported by the BDS receiver. Vrms (Volts) - RMS voltage reading.
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Page 35: Time Plot View
Operating Instructions Time Plot View Figure 20 Data Viewed in Time Plot Format Note: The Time Plot view displays each dataset over time. The dataset number is displayed on the X- axis. Time Plot Display Options The Time Plot display options are available by selecting “View->Options…” from the menu bar or by right clicking anywhere on the display and selecting “Options…”... -
Page 36: Smith Chart View
Bird Diagnostic System Smith Chart View Figure 22 Data Viewed in a Smith Chart Note: The Smith Chart view displays data normalized to 50 Ohms (a value of 1 on the horizontal axis represents 50 Ohms). Smith Chart Display Options The Smith Chart display options are available by selecting “View->Options…”... -
Page 37: Using Spectral Search (Sweep) Mode
Operating Instructions Using Spectral Search (Sweep) Mode To collect data in the Spectral Search Mode you can simply use the default sweep configuration and then start a Sweep. There are many settings and options available in the Spectral Search Mode of operation. For more information about Spectral Search Mode options, refer to "Spectral Search (Sweep) Mode Options"... -
Page 38: Viewing Data In The Frequency Domain
Bird Diagnostic System Note: View options are available by selecting “View->Options…” from the main menu or by right clicking anywhere on a view and selecting “Options…” from the pop-up menu. Viewing Data in the Frequency Domain Figure 24 Viewing Data in the Frequency Domain Note: Each data point is displayed as amplitude over frequency, with frequency on the x-axis. -
Page 39: Viewing Data In A Time Trace Plot
Operating Instructions Note: Displays “Yes” if automatic gain control is used or “No” if manual gain control is used. Cal – Measurement calibration indicator. Note: Displays “Yes” if the sweep data has been calibrated or “No” if it has not been calibrated. Note: Check the probe connection to the receiver if the BDS GUI is indicating that the measurements are not being calibrated. -
Page 40: Viewing Captured Data Using Ms Excel
Bird Diagnostic System Viewing Captured Data Using MS Excel in Using Standard Tracking Mode or see "Saving the Document" on page 22 "Saving the Document" on page in Using Spectral Search (Sweep) Mode for details on saving data files. CSV File Format Description Header fields are listed in the first row in the file. -
Page 41: Table 3 Arc Detect Csv Format Description
Timestamp of the when the arc event occurred. ADC Mode The ADC mode (8-bit or 12-bit). Desc Description of the event, if any. Step Internal Bird use. Temp In Unused. Always set to 0. Temp Out Unused. Always set to 0. Num Points The number of points contained in the file. -
Page 42: Scan Mode Options
Bird Diagnostic System Scan Mode Options Standard Tracking Mode Options Frequency Selection The Frequency Selection page is used to define a set of frequencies for the BDS to monitor while in Frequency Tracking Mode. Note: All options, including harmonic and intermod selection, tolerance, and detection filter, apply to a fundamental frequency. - Page 43 Operating Instructions Tolerance — The Tolerance field defines the tracking filter window as a percentage from the center of the fundamental frequency. This gives the frequency range of a generator for a frequency. Example - For a 2 MHz generator that moves from 1.8 to 2.2 MHz, you would enter a tolerance of at least 10%.
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Page 44: Averaging
Bird Diagnostic System Averaging The BDS offers two types of data averaging for Standard Tracking Mode: Simple (Fixed) or Moving. Both averaging modes will reduce signal-to-noise ratio in a measurement. Averaging is performed in the receiver. Figure 27 Averaging Dialog A simple average will take a number of measurements and then compute and report the average value after the number of measurements has been sampled. -
Page 45: Free Run
Operating Instructions Dielectric is entered as either propagation velocity as a fraction of the speed of speed of light or in Er. Loss can be entered as Ohms, dB, or Nepers. Free Run Figure 29 Free Run Dialog Use the Free Run scan mode to scan for data until the specified number of datasets have been collected or a timer expires, whichever happens first. - Page 46 Bird Diagnostic System Trigger Capture Limits Continuous Trigger (Restart After Previous Trigger End) — When selected the BDS will automatically reset the trigger state and wait for a new trigger event. If auto-save is used, this will create a new document after saving the old one. The same document window is used.
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Page 47: File Options
Operating Instructions File Options The BDS GUI can be configured to automatically save data at the end of a data acquisition. The auto-save options allows specifying the folder where the data is saved and also the file format to save it in. The file naming options are used to produce consistent file names that have a unique time stamp and run number. -
Page 48: Transient Detection
Bird Diagnostic System Transient Detection Transient Detection is used to identify and report transient events in an RF delivery system. The options available in the “Transient Detection” tab are used to specify an arc event and also instruct the BDS how to store the results. -
Page 49: Spectral Search (Sweep) Mode Options
Operating Instructions Spectral Search (Sweep) Mode Options Sweep The “Sweep” page provides options for defining the frequency band. Figure 34 Sweep Dialog Frequency Step Size — This option allows for the selection of either uniform step size, where each step is the same, or Logarithmic step size, where frequencies increase exponentially. -
Page 50: Averaging
Bird Diagnostic System Default Settings — Clicking this button will restore the default sweep settings. Frequency Step Size: Uniform No. Points: 2100 (Fixed) Start Frequency: 1 MHz Stop Frequency: 100 MHz Frequency Step: 47.165 kHz ... -
Page 51: Peak Locator
Operating Instructions Peak Locator This page controls the peak locator algorithm that runs on each set of sweep data. Figure 37 Peak Locator Dialog No. Peaks — Specify the number of peaks to locate and define the noise threshold in dB that defines a peak. Peak Threshold —... -
Page 52: Transient Detection
Bird Diagnostic System Transient Detection The Transient detection tab options for Spectral Search mode are the same as the Standard Tracking Mode options, "Transient Detection" on page 38 Time Trace Plot The Time Trace Plot tab provides options for selecting one or more frequencies and the number of datasets to display on the Time Trace Plot Graph. -
Page 53: Chapter 4 Maintenance
Clean the connector contacts with alcohol or dry cleaning solvent. Cleaning To clean the Bird Diagnostic System receiver, use only a soft cloth dampened with mild detergent and rinse with water. Clean the sensor with alcohol or a dry cleaning solvent that leaves no residue. - Page 54 Bird Diagnostic System 10. In the Address bar, enter the following: http://192.168.0.151 Note: The BDS Web UI home page should come up. 11. Click “Login”. 12. Enter the following: Username: admin Password: admin 13. Click “Updates”. 14. Use the “Browse” button to select the file with the “tar.gz.bdsu” file extension.
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Page 55: Specifications
10 kW (maximum power is limited by the size of the sensor line section and connectors) RF connector Custom or Bird QC (maximum power is limited by the size of the sensor line section and connectors) 1 Single interface supported at one time... -
Page 56: Tracking Mode Specification
Bird Diagnostic System Tracking Mode Specification Parameter Specification Fundamental Type CW, pulse, and multi-level pulse Frequency Tracking Up to 2 GHz/s Pulse Sync External TTL, 0 to 24V tolerant Voltage, current, phase, frequency, impedance, Dataset Content power Dataset Resolution IEEE 754 Single Precision Floating Point... -
Page 57: Ethernet Specification
Maintenance Parameter Specification Event Data Storage Up to 32 events, in local memory Time Between Events No limit. Transient monitoring is gap-less. Data Retrieval Via BDS UI or customer specific protocol Ethernet Specification Parameter Specification 10/100/1000BASE-T (auto-sensing) Interface Version 2.0/IEEE 802.3 Protocol TCP/IP... -
Page 58: Voltage, Current And Phase Measurement Characteristics
Bird Diagnostic System Voltage, Current and Phase Measurement Characteristics Parameter Voltage Current Phase Angle 0.1 – 100 Arms –180° to +180° Measurement Range 1-3000 Vrms IEEE 754 Single Precision Floating Point Resolution Absolute Angle: Uncertaity for Fo, ± 1.0 V or 2% of for Fo, ±... -
Page 59: Physical And Environmental
Maintenance Physical and Environmental Parameter Specification Receiver Dimensions 7.5” width x 5.48” depth x 1.615” height, Receiver Weight 1.0 lb (0.45 kg) Temperature Receiver Operating +20 to +40 °C (68 to 104 °F) Receiver Storage –20 to +80 °C (–4 to +176 °F) Humidity 85% Non-condensing Air Pressure... -
Page 60: Indicators And Connectors
Bird Diagnostic System Indicators and Connectors Indicator & Connector Specification Receiver Voltage Input, RF RP-SMA, female (reverse polarized) Current Input, RF SMA, female Sensor Data Input 9-pin D-sub, male Pulse Gate Input SMB, female Ethernet RJ-45 (1) DeviceNet Lumberg RSWF5-PCB 5-pin Circular Connector... -
Page 61: Data Outputs
Maintenance Data Outputs Tabular Display Parameter Definition Symbol Unit Frequency Fundamentals (F ),Harmonics (F ), and IMD Voltage RMS voltage Volts Current RMS current Amps I Impedance Magnitude of Impedance, Ohms Phase Angle Phase between V and I Degrees ... -
Page 62: Optional Accessories
Bird Diagnostic System Optional Accessories QC Connectors Connector Description 4240-002 7/8 in. Swivel Flange EIA 4240-012 QC M-LT 4240-018 QC F-LT 4240-025 QC M-LC 4240-031 QC F-LC 4240-050 QC F-UHF 4240-062 QC F-N 4240-062-2 QC F-N, silver plated 4240-062-3 QC F-N, gold contact... - Page 63 Maintenance Connector Description 4240-260 QC 1-5/8 in. flanged EIA adapter 4240-268 QC F-HN 4240-278 QC M-HN 4240-318 QC M-LC 4240-334 QC M-SMA 4240-336 QC F-SMA 4240-344 QC F-IEC 7/16 coaxial 4240-346 QC F-Mini UHF 4240-353 QC M-SC 4240-363 QC M-IEC 7/16, plug 4240-365 M-IEC 7/16 in., panel mount 4240-366...
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Page 64: Cable Sets
Any maintenance or service procedure beyond the scope of those in this chapter should be referred to a qualified service center. If the unit needs to be returned for any reason, request an Return Material Authorization (RMA) through the Bird Technologies website. All instruments returned must be shipped prepaid and to the attention of the RMA number. -
Page 65: Limited Warranty
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 specifica- tions, 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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