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BIRD SignalHawk SH-36S-RM Operation Manual

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  • Page 1 Model SH-36S-RM ©Copyright 2016 by Bird Technologies, Inc. Instruction Book Part Number 920-SHPC-OPS Rev. F SignalHawk is a trademark of Bird Electronic Corporation ActiveSync, Microsoft, and Windows are registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation Adobe, Acrobat Reader are registered trademarks...

  • 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. Note: Calls attention to supplemental information.

  • Page 4: Caution Statements

    SignalHawk™ PC and Rack Mount Models Caution Statements The following equipment cautions appear in the text and are repeated here for emphasis. CAUTION Do not block the fan’s airflow to prevent overheating. See page 4. CAUTION Spectrum Analyzer has a +20 dBm (100 mW) max. RF input. Exceeding the maximum input will damage the SignalHawk.

  • Page 5: Safety Statements

    Safety Precautions 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 6 SignalHawk™ PC and Rack Mount Models 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 SO. SERVICIO LAS INSTRUCCIONES DE SERVICIO SON PARA USO EXCLUSIVO DEL PERSONAL DE SERVICIO CAPACITADO.
  • Page 7 Safety Precautions UNITS ARE EQUIPPED WITH RECHAREABLE BATTERIES. THESE ARE TO BE REPLACED BY AUTHORIZED SERVICE PERSONNEL ONLY!!! LAS UNIDADES VIENEN EQUIPADAS CON BATERIAS RECARGABLES. ¡¡¡Y SOLAMENTE EL PERSONAL DE SERVICIO AUTORIZADO PUEDE REEMPLAZARLAS!!! GERÄTE SIND MIT WIEDER AUFLADBAREN BATTERIEN BESTÜCKT.
  • Page 8 SignalHawk™ PC and Rack Mount Models USE CORRECT VOLTAGE SETTING AND FUSE - SEE MANUAL. UTILISER UNE TENSION ET UN FUSIBLE CORRECTS - CONSULTER LE MODE D'EMPLOI. USE LA INSTALACION Y FUSIBLE DE VOLTAJE CORRECTO - VEA EL MANUAL. AUSSCHLIESSLICH VORSCHRIFTSMÄSSIGE WECHSELSPANNUNGS-EINSTELLUNG UND SICHERUNG BENUTZEN - SIEHE DAZU HANDBUCH.

  • Page 9: About This Manual

    When inquiring about updates to this manual refer to the part number and revision on the title page. Chapter Layout Introduction — Describes the features of the Bird SignalHawk, lists equipment supplied and optional equipment, and provides power-up instructions. Describes how to connect SignalHawk to the user’s system, Settings —...

  • Page 10: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Safety Precautions ......... i Safety Symbols .
  • Page 11 Table of Contents Setup Menu ..........23 Quick Save Setup .
  • Page 12 SignalHawk™ PC and Rack Mount Models Ampt & Trace Menu ..........38 Autoscale .
  • Page 13 Table of Contents Frequency Counter ......... 43 Limit Lines .
  • Page 14 SignalHawk™ PC and Rack Mount Models Version Info ..........63 Utility Main Menu Selections .
  • Page 15 Table of Contents Options Dialog Box ......... . 72 DTF Wizard .

  • Page 16: Chapter 1 Introduction

    Chapter 1 Introduction Rack-Mount SignalHawk PC SignalHawk The SignalHawk is a multifunction test instrument for use in the installation and maintenance of Radio Frequency (RF) and wireless systems. The model number is identified on the unit and also on the display screen at the end of the power- on sequence.

  • Page 17: Items Supplied

    Introduction Items Supplied Figure 1 SignalHawk PC Hardware and Software Supplied Item Description Car Adapter Cable USB Cable Software CD AC Power Adapter and Cord PC SignalHawk Figure 2 SignalHawk Rack-Mount Hardware and Software Supplied Item Description Rack-Mount SignalHawk USB Cable Fuse Drawer with Shorting Bar 2 SLO-BLO 5mm x 20mm.63A Fuses AC Power Cord...

  • Page 18: Looking At The Signalhawk

    SignalHawk™ PC and Rack Mount Models Looking at the SignalHawk Figure 3 PC SignalHawk Controls and Indicators Item Description Spectrum Analyzer Port, N(F) RF input, +20 dBm max. BNC(F) external trigger input, 5V TTL 2.1mm DC jack for external power supplies Battery Charge Indicator USB Type B for PC connection Charge Indicator Light...
  • Page 19 Introduction Figure 4 SignalHawk Rack-Mount Controls and Indicators Front Rear Item Description Power Button Power Indicator Pass-Thru LAN Connector Host Indicator CAUTION Do not block the fan’s airflow to prevent overheating. PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse Connectors RS-232 Connector Parallel Port VGA Port USB Connectors LAN Connector AC Power Connector...

  • Page 20: Power Supply - Pc Signalhawk

    SignalHawk™ PC and Rack Mount Models Power Supply - PC SignalHawk Internal Battery The PC SignalHawk has an internal, rechargeable, lithium-ion battery pack that will operate the unit for a minimum of 3 hours of continuous use. Recharging time, from a full discharge, is approximately 4 hours. Note: When the unit is shipped from the factory, the battery may not be fully charged.

  • Page 21: Power Supply - Rack-Mount Signalhawk

    Introduction Power Supply - Rack-Mount SignalHawk AC Power Connector The AC Power connector provides operating power for the Rack-Mount SignalHawk. The AC power supply cord is also the line disconnect device for this product. Use the supplied AC power cord or an approved power cord to connect to the Rack-Mount SignalHawk, such as domestic type SVT, 300 VAC, 18 AWG, 10 A, 3 conductor (including ground) or international type H05VV-F, 300 VAC, 1.00 mm, 10 A, 3 conductor (including ground).

  • Page 22: Spectrum Analyzer Quick Start

    SignalHawk™ PC and Rack Mount Models Spectrum Analyzer Quick Start CAUTION Spectrum Analyzer has a +20 dBm (100 mW) max. RF input. Exceeding the maximum input will damage the SignalHawk. If unsure of power levels, measure the test connection with a power sensor before using the SignalHawk.
  • Page 23 Introduction  "Time Domain (Zero Span)" on page 55  "Field Strength Measurement" on page 56  "Demodulate Signal" on page 58  "Carrier-to-Interference Ratio" on page 59  "Out-of-Band and In-Band, Out-of-Channel Spurious" on page 61  "Water Fall Spectrogram" on page 40 8.

  • Page 24: Chapter 2 Pc Signalhawk Set-Up

    Chapter 2 PC SignalHawk Set-Up Installing the SignalHawk Program Note: Install the PC software before connecting the PC SignalHawk for the first time. 1. Insert installation CD. 2. Select Install Software when prompted. Note: Set-up will inspect the computer for any missing operating system prerequisites.
  • Page 25 PC SignalHawk Set-Up Figure 5 Found New Hardware Wizard 11. Click “Next”. 12. Follow the instructions that are presented. 13. Click “Finish” in the Completing the Found New Hardware Wizard window. Figure 6 Completing the Found New Hardware Wizard 14. Launch the SignalHawk program. Note: PC SignalHawk can be used in any orientation.
  • Page 26 SignalHawk™ PC and Rack Mount Models Figure 7 Select DSP Device List...

  • Page 27: Chapter 3 Rack Mount Signalhawk Set-Up

    Chapter 3 Rack Mount SignalHawk Set-Up Installing the SignalHawk into a Rack CAUTION Do not block the fans airflow to prevent overheating. The Rack-Mount SignalHawk is a short-depth, 2 rack-unit (RU) device designed for installation into standard 19" equipment test racks. It can also be used free- standing.

  • Page 28: Connecting The Rack-Mount Via Usb Connection

    SignalHawk™ PC and Rack Mount Models Figure 8 Installing the SignalHawk into a Rack Rack Mount SignalHawk Mounting Screws and Washers Connecting the Rack-Mount via USB Connection 1. Insert installation CD into host PC. 2. Select Install Software when prompted. Note: Install the PC software before connecting the Rack Mount SignalHawk for the first time.
  • Page 29 Rack Mount SignalHawk Set-Up 8. Connect Rack Mount SignalHawk to a PC using the supplied USB cable. Note: The “USB Host Power” LED will illuminate when host port is active and has power. It is not an indication of proper USB connectivity to the host.

  • Page 30: Connecting Remotely Via Lan/Wan Connection

    SignalHawk™ PC and Rack Mount Models Connecting Remotely via LAN/WAN Connection Note: The Rack-Mount SignalHawk provides the following connections to a network:  10/100 auto sensing RJ45 Ethernet connector  Half and full duplex support  IP address: 192.168.1.10  Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0 Configuring a Basic Network Connection 1.
  • Page 31 Rack Mount SignalHawk Set-Up Click Finish. Click Close. 3. Configure TCP/IP settings on the client computer: Note: The client computer may have TCP/IP settings previously configured. Changing settings may prevent access to other network resources such as the Internet or file sharing. Consult with your network administrator before making any changes.
  • Page 32 In the Windows Security or Log On to Windows dialog box, type user credentials. Example - User name, password, and domain. Default user creden- tials for the Rack Mount are: Username: Bird Password: Bird Click OK or Submit. Note: To change the connection settings, (such as screen size, automatic logon information, and performance options), click Options before connecting.
  • Page 33 Rack Mount SignalHawk Set-Up Figure 11 Rack-Mount SignalHawk Connection Diagram...

  • Page 34: Connecting A Remote Computer To The Host Computer

    SignalHawk™ PC and Rack Mount Models Connecting a Remote Computer to the Host Computer To connect your home computer, which is the client (or remote) computer to the Rack Mount, follow these steps: 1. On your home computer, click Start, point to All Programs, and then point to Accessories.

  • Page 35: Changing The Password On Auto Logon

    Rack Mount SignalHawk Set-Up Changing the Password on Auto Logon 1. Go to the Start Menu. 2. Select All Programs 3. Select Bird Technologies Group. 4. Go to Utilities. 5. Go to Automatic Logon Utility. 6. Enter a username and new password.

  • Page 36: Chapter 4 Settings

    Utilities Menu Key Click here to display the Utility Menu main screen. The Utilities menu provides information about the instrument software, amount of available memory, battery charge status, system date and time, and how to contact Bird Technologies Group. Help Menu Key Displays the Help options but does not exit the current screen.
  • Page 37 Settings This manual expands upon the Reference Manual (User Manual) — information in the Operations Manual to include complete descriptions of features, measurement setup parameters, and system setup options. Clicking here exits Help and returns to the features for the currently Back...

  • Page 38: Setup Menu

    SignalHawk™ PC and Rack Mount Models Setup Menu The Setup Menu allows access to saved setups and settings used previously on the SignalHawk. Click on Setup to access the menu. Figure 14 Setup Menu Quick Save Setup The saved settings are stored as a file in the internal drive of the host PC. Each quick save is stored in a separate file that is named using the date-time file naming format GeneralSA(MM-DD-hh-mm-ss).shs where YYYY is the year, the first MM is the month, DD is the day, HH is the hour, the second MM is the...

  • Page 39: Label & Save Setup

    Settings Label & Save Setup Figure 15 Setup Menu - Save Labels and saves the settings for a setup for future use. To save a Setup: 1. Click on Save Trace. 2. Enter a file name. Recall Setup Recalls a saved setup and sets the instrument parameters to run the recalled setup.

  • Page 40: Delete

    SignalHawk™ PC and Rack Mount Models Figure 16 Setup - Manage Setup Files Delete Deletes the selected Setup on the list. Delete All Setups Deletes all of the Setups on the list. View Setup in the Setup Menu. "View Setup" on page 25 View Setup Displays the properties of a selected saved Setup on the list.

  • Page 41: Recall Setup

    Settings Recall Setup Recalls a saved setup and sets the instruments parameters to run the recalled setup. Delete Deletes the displayed Setup. Top of List Displays the Setup from the top of list of saved Setups. Bottom of List Displays the Setup from the bottom of list of saved Setups. View Next Setup Displays the next Setup on the list of saved Setups.

  • Page 42: Looking At The Screen

    SignalHawk™ PC and Rack Mount Models Looking At The Screen Figure 18 General Screen Features Item Description Name of selected measurement Sweep display area Marker Date and time Name of setup file being used Menu selection labels Menu key labels Help tips for the current screen Measurement settings Sweep progress bar...

  • Page 43: Freq & Span Menu

    Settings Freq & Span Menu Figure 19 Freq & Span Menu In the Freq & Span Menu the range of frequencies to sweep are specified. The SignalHawk can sweep frequencies between 100 kHz and 3.6 GHz. Frequencies can be selected at spans from 1 kHz up to the entire range of the instrument.

  • Page 44: Start / Stop Freq And Center / Span

    SignalHawk™ PC and Rack Mount Models Start / Stop Freq and Center / Span These settings control the frequency range being swept. Note: “Center / Span” are used in this manual, but using “Start / Stop Freq” achieves the same results. After clicking the menu selection, it will highlight the active function.

  • Page 45: Freq List

    Settings Freq List Selecting this opens up a list of predefined frequency bands. Use the up/down arrows or mouse scroll wheel to scroll to the desired band, then press Enter to use it. Recently used bands are displayed at the top of the list. Note: Channelized bands are denoted on the Frequency List by a plus sign;...

  • Page 46: Bw & Sweep Menu

    SignalHawk™ PC and Rack Mount Models BW & Sweep Menu The bandwidth menu includes functions that control sweep speed and accuracy, and has the interface for customizing sweep triggers. When two signals are separated by a freq distance equal to the Resolution BW, a 3 dB dip between them will appear on the screen.

  • Page 47: Resolution & Video Bw Modes

    Settings RBW goes from 100 Hz - 1 MHz, steps of 1 / 3 / 10 (e.g.: 1 kHz to 3 kHz to 10 kHz to 30 kHz, etc.) Video BW Mode (VBW) determines how much smoothing takes place. Note: VBW goes from 10 Hz to 300 kHz. ...

  • Page 48: Resolution & Video Bw

    SignalHawk™ PC and Rack Mount Models Resolution & Video BW Click on the selection to highlight it. Then:  Up/Down Keys - Change the bandwidth incrementally.  Left/Right Keys - Change the bandwidth from min to max.  Mouse Scroll Wheel - Change the bandwidth incrementally. Span/RBW Click on the Span/RBW selection then enter the desired ratio.

  • Page 49: Detection Mode

    Settings Detection Mode Depending on measurement settings, many more data points are collected than there are pixels on the screen. Detection modes allow the user to choose how the collected data in each pixel is represented. + Peak Detection Returns the maximum value of the data collected for each display pixel. Recommended for pure sine waves or narrow bandwidth signals.

  • Page 50: Sweep

    SignalHawk™ PC and Rack Mount Models Sweep Sweep sets up the properties of individual sweeps that the SignalHawk performs. It can set whether the sweeping is continuous or single, and the properties of video triggers (if enabled). Figure 25 Example, Sweep More Figure 26 Example, Trigger Rep...

  • Page 51: Single

    Settings Single Performs a single sweep. Before a single sweep is triggered, the SignalHawk will display the previous sweep. To begin a sweep, press the Manual Trigger soft key. After the sweep finishes, it will display the results and stop sweeping. Sets the type of trigger that initiates a sweep.

  • Page 52: Video

    SignalHawk™ PC and Rack Mount Models Figure 27 Example, Low Level / High Level / Rise Edge / Fall Edge / Either Edge Video Note: This can only be used if the Time Domain measurement is enabled. See "Time Domain (Zero Span)" on page 55 Trigger control and sweeping both happen on the radio frequency connector.
  • Page 53 Settings Ampt & Trace Menu Figure 28 Example, Ampt & Trace Menu Autoscale Resizes the graph to fit the whole trace on the screen. This function will change the reference and scale of a trace. Reference Sets the y-axis value at the top of the graph. Scale Sets the dB value of each partition of the graph on a scale from 1 to 15.
  • Page 54 SignalHawk™ PC and Rack Mount Models Preamp Controls the built-in amplifier on the signal input. This lowers the noise floor, allowing very low power signals be detected, by giving a 24 dB nominal gain boost. Note: Attenuation is automatically disabled to 0 when Preamp is activated.
  • Page 55 Settings Min Hold Holds and displays the lowest point of any given sweep until Min Hold is turned off. Average Displays the running average of multiple readings which is used to smooth a signal and decrease noise amplitude. Average Readings Sets the number of averaged readings.
  • Page 56 SignalHawk™ PC and Rack Mount Models Mark & Limit Menu Figure 30 Example, Mark & Limit Menu Select Marker Changes the active marker. There are six markers to choose from (measurements that use some of the markers for data display have less selectable markers).
  • Page 57 Settings Markers Detect Toggles the functionality of the submenu between finding peaks or finding valleys. Threshold The threshold offset, displayed on the first line, is used to calculate the threshold level, displayed on the second line, above the noise floor. Note: The low level peaks below the threshold level are filtered out.

  • Page 58: Frequency Counter

    SignalHawk™ PC and Rack Mount Models Marker More Sets the properties of active markers through the following attributes: RSSI (Received Signal Strength Indicator) Turns the audio indicator On or Off (an electronic ping). See "Received Signal Strength Indicator (RSSI)" on page 57 Volume Sets the volume of the electronic ping generated from the RSSI.
  • Page 59 Settings Figure 32 Example, Mask List Once a mask is selected, it is controlled by the following options: Locks the mask onto the selected band even if the Freq Lock — frequency is changed. Sets mask’s reference level to the maximum peak in each EM to Max Peak —...

  • Page 60: File & Help Menu

    SignalHawk™ PC and Rack Mount Models File & Help Menu When File & Help is clicked, menu selections for saving the current trace, selecting the utility option, activating the logging feature, and accessing help features ( ) are enabled. A trace is saved as a file and stored in the Figure 34 default file location of the host PC.

  • Page 61: Log Traces

    Settings Figure 35 Example, Save Trace Log Traces Saves a sweep every 60 seconds and assigns a default name to each save. Recall Trace Opens up a submenu with three options: Recall Trace Displays a saved trace on the screen. Recall &...

  • Page 62: Chapter 5 Measurements

    Chapter 5 Measurements Spectrum Analysis, measuring the power at each frequency in the sweep range, is the basic measurement. The other measurements interpret that data to provide useful results. In the Spectrum Analyzer mode, the following measurements can be used: ...

  • Page 63: Spectrum Analysis Measurement

    Measurements Spectrum Analysis Measurement Spectrum Analysis measures the power at each frequency in the range shown on the screen. From the Spectrum Analyzer list on the Start Menu, select Spectrum Analysis then press the Enter key. Figure 36 Example, Spectrum Analysis, Frequency and Span Screen...

  • Page 64: Occupied Bandwidth Measurement

    SignalHawk™ PC and Rack Mount Models Occupied Bandwidth Measurement Occupied Bandwidth measures the frequency band bandwidth that contains a specified percentage of the total power of the signal. It gives best results with single-peaked signals. Bandwidth can be defined in two ways.
  • Page 65 Measurements Figure 38 Example, Occupied Bandwidth - % STEP 1 STEP 2 Note: Limit can be set without changing the Threshold Mode. Figure 39 Example, Occupied Bandwidth - dBc STEP 1 STEP 2 Note: Limit can be set without changing the Threshold Mode.

  • Page 66: Channel Power Measurement

    SignalHawk™ PC and Rack Mount Models Channel Power Measurement Channel Power measures the Integration Bandwidth, the total power over a frequency range, concentrated on the center frequency of the sweep. It is useful for channelized (frequency-division multiplexed) signals. Results are shown in both total power in the channel (in dBm or Watts), and spectral density (dBm or Watts per Hz).
  • Page 67 Measurements Figure 41 Example, Channel Power, Integration Bandwidth STEP 2 STEP 3...

  • Page 68: Adjacent Channel Power Measurement

    SignalHawk™ PC and Rack Mount Models Adjacent Channel Power Measurement Adjacent Channel Power measures the relative power of frequency bands adjacent to a central channel. This is often used to identify power leakage from the center channel into the adjacent channels. The total power in the central (main) channel is displayed in dBm (Ch Power), and the power in the adjacent channels is displayed as dB below and above the main channel power (Dn ACPR and Up ACPR).
  • Page 69 Measurements Figure 42 Example, Adjacent Channel Power Adjacent Width Guardband Adjacent Guardband Channel Channel STEP STEP STEP Measurement Settings Figure 43 Example, Adjacent Channel Power, Bandwidth Settings STEP 4 STEP 5...

  • Page 70: Time Domain (Zero Span)

    SignalHawk™ PC and Rack Mount Models Time Domain (Zero Span) In Time Domain, the amplitude of a single frequency is measured, rather than sweeping a range of frequencies. The SignalHawk measures and displays the amplitude of the frequency for a specified period (sweep time) and refreshes during the next sweep.

  • Page 71: Field Strength Measurement

    Measurements Field Strength Measurement Field Strength measures the signals reaching an antenna. The SignalHawk automatically corrects the sweep data for the antenna’s gain and frequency dependence and displays it in dBm / m. 1. Connect an antenna to the RF In connector on the SignalHawk. Note: Use an antenna with known gain characteristics.

  • Page 72: Received Signal Strength Indicator (Rssi)

    SignalHawk™ PC and Rack Mount Models Received Signal Strength Indicator (RSSI) RSSI provides an audible indication at the frequency of the current marker. It will beep faster as the received signal strength goes up and slows as it goes down. Similar to Water Fall, power is linearly mapped to a range of 0-210 using the same range as for the Water Fall for simplicity.

  • Page 73: Demodulate Signal

    Measurements Demodulate Signal Removes the carrier and sends the signal to the internal speaker or headphones. The SignalHawk can demodulate AM, narrowband FM, and wideband FM signals. It can also set the specific frequency and volume. 1. Set the type of demodulation: a.

  • Page 74: Carrier-To-Interference Ratio

    SignalHawk™ PC and Rack Mount Models Carrier-to-Interference Ratio Calculates the ratio of the carrier signal power to the power level of the noise and interference signals. To determine the ratio, two measurements need be done. First sweep should be the carrier and interferer. The second sweep should be the interferer alone. Note: Because the transmitted carrier must be turned off for the second portion of this measurement, access to the transmitter is needed to complete this procedure.
  • Page 75 Measurements Figure 49 Example, Carrier-to-Interference Ratio - Carrier Off STEP 4 Measurement Settings...

  • Page 76: Out-Of-Band And In-Band, Out-Of-Channel Spurious

    SignalHawk™ PC and Rack Mount Models Out-of-Band and In-Band, Out-of-Channel Spurious Note: These two measurement methods are not listed on the interface. Out-of-Band & In-Band, Out-of-Channel Spurious measures the distortion and interference inside or outside a system band. 1. Click on Mark & Limit. 2.

  • Page 77: Chapter 6 Utilities

    Chapter 6 Utilities With SignalHawk’s built-in utilities, information about the instrument is displayed. The Menu keys provide information about the software, hardware, and data files. Utilities can be accessed by clicking on Utilities from the Start Menu screen, or by clicking on File & Help from a measurement screen then click on Utility. To exit the Utility mode, press the Esc/Back function key to return to the previous screen, or press the Mode key to go to the Start Menu screen.

  • Page 78: Utility Main Menu

    SignalHawk™ PC and Rack Mount Models Utility Main Menu Version Info Click on this to view general information such as how to contact Bird Technologies Group. The selections for this menu provide access to user help and the Windows operating system.
  • Page 79 Utilities Figure 51 PC SignalHawk Directory 5. Copy the csv file of the list to be edited to the desktop of the PC. 6. Open the csv file. 7. Add custom information into the list. 8. Copy the csv file back into the My Lists directory. Note: The computer will ask for verification to overwrite the file in the directory.

  • Page 80: Chapter 7 Pc Tool

    Chapter 7 PC Tool Bird’s SignalHawk PCTool enables the use of a PC to store measurement data, transfer it between units, and do individual analysis. Traces can be transferred from the SignalHawk to the PC and back. One or more saved traces can be opened and compared.
  • Page 81 PC Tool Figure 52 Devices and Printers Folder 6. Select the new “Serial Device.” Note: It will have a yellow “caution” triangle with an (!) in it which indicates that no driver has been installed. 7. Select the “Hardware” tab and click on “Properties” for the “Serial Device”. Figure 53 Hardware Tab...
  • Page 82 SignalHawk™ PC and Rack Mount Models Figure 54 Device Properties Click on the “Update Driver” button. 9. Select “Browse my computer for driver software.” 10. Select “Let me pick from a list of device drivers on my computer.” 11. Scroll down to “Mobile devices” and click the “Next” button. 12.

  • Page 83: Downloading And Installing Software

    ® Note: For the latest versions of the PCTool, Microsoft ® ActiveSync , and USB Drivers download them from the Bird Technologies SignalHawk website. For PC and Rack Mount: http://birdrf.com Installing the PC Tool Software 1.

  • Page 84: Menu Bar

    SignalHawk™ PC and Rack Mount Models Menu Bar File Presents commands to Open, Close, Save, Export, and Print SignalHawk files that are stored on the PC. Note: By default, traces will be saved to the “My Traces”, which is a subfolder under the folder where the PCTool was installed. Edit Presents commands to copy the active trace from a graph and paste it into another graph.

  • Page 85: Tool Bar

    PC Tool Tool Bar Use the tool icons to perform the tasks that are available on the Menu bar. Save Saves a copy of a graph. Open Opens a graph. Cuts a trace from a graph. Copy Copies a trace from a graph. Paste Pastes a trace onto a graph.

  • Page 86: Return To Normal Mode

    SignalHawk™ PC and Rack Mount Models Return to Normal Mode Returns the display back to the start menu. Zoom In Increases the focus on a specific area of a graph. Zoom Out Decreases the focus from a specific area of a graph. Autoscale Graph Resizes the axis to fit all traces on the graph.

  • Page 87: Vna Tool Bar

    PC Tool VNA Tool Bar Note: There is an addendum, with additional options, to the menu bar when the PC Tool is reading a VNA file. Note: This section does not apply to PC and Rack Mount SignalHawks. Match Sets the current trace to a Match measurement display. Distance to Fault Sets the current trace to a Distance to Fault display.

  • Page 88: Options Dialog Box (View>Options)

    SignalHawk™ PC and Rack Mount Models Options Dialog Box (View>Options) The Options dialog box contains six tabs - Scale, Units, Markers, Limits1, Limits 2, and Labels. Select a tab and enter or edit specific values for the currently active graph. Scale Tab 1.

  • Page 89: Markers Tab

    PC Tool Markers Tab When a frequency or distance for a marker is entered, the marker will be set to the datapoint closest to that frequency or distance. The actual frequency of the marker will replace the value entered and will also display on the screen below the graph area.

  • Page 90: Limits 2 Tab

    SignalHawk™ PC and Rack Mount Models Figure 62 Example, Limits 1 Tab Limits 2 Tab Note: The options displayed on this tab will change slightly depending on the type of graph opened. Note: The upper limit fails any datapoints that are above the line. Note: The lower limit fails any datapoints that are below the line.

  • Page 91: Labels Tab

    PC Tool Labels Tab Creates a title, subtitle, and a trace name for the displayed trace. The title will be in larger letters and centered above the graph. The subtitle will be smaller. Edit a trace name by typing in the list of traces on this tab. The trace and date will be located above the graph and on the left.

  • Page 92: Chapter 8 Maintenance

    Harsh or abrasive detergents, and some solvents, can damage the unit and labels. Clean the Bird SignalHawk only with a soft cloth dampened with mild detergent and water. Do not use any other type of cleaning solution. Charging the Battery The internal battery pack will automatically recharge when the SignalHawk is powered from the AC or cigarette lighter adapter.

  • Page 93: Replacing The Battery On The Pc Signalhawk

    Maintenance Replacing the Battery on the PC SignalHawk WARNING Care should be taken when handling batteries. Keep out of the reach of children. Do not heat or dispose of batteries in fire. May burst or release toxic materials. Avoid forced discharge. Do not short circuit.

  • Page 94: Updating The Firmware

    Note: There are two different firmware files: one containing the DSP image and the other containing the FPGA image. 1. Navigate to Bird Technologies Group>PC SignalHawk in the Start menu. 2. Click on Firmware Update Wizard. Note: The wizard will launch and provide step-by-step instructions.

  • Page 95: Updating The Firmware On A Remote Rack Mount Signalhawk

    Maintenance 8. Select the unit from the list presented. 9. Select the images that need updating. 10. Click “Next” repeatedly until the update is completed. Figure 70 Image Selection 11. Cycle power when prompted by the program wizard. Updating the Firmware on a Remote Rack Mount SignalHawk 1.
  • Page 96 SignalHawk™ PC and Rack Mount Models Figure 72 Options-Local Resources 6. Click on the “Connect”. 7. Click “OK” to access the local drives from the remote computer. 8. Log into the remote computer. 9. Stop the Rack Hawk application. 10. Copy the PC Hawk software upgrade from the local PC to the Rack Hawk at XXXXXXXXXXXX.

  • Page 97: Troubleshooting

    Maintenance 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 corrected, give us a call or return the unit for service. Problem Possible Cause Possible Correction...

  • Page 98: Customer Service

    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 99: Specifications

    Maintenance Specifications Model Number Model Name SH-36S-RM Rack-Mount SignalHawk SH-36S-PC PC SignalHawk SH-36S-RM Frequency Range 100 kHz to 3.6 GHz Resolution 1 Hz  Uncertainty ± 1 ppm (2 ) of measured frequency  Aging ± 1 ppm / year (2 ...
  • Page 100 SignalHawk™ PC and Rack Mount Models Amplitude Resolution dB-based units 1 to 15 dB per division in 1 dB steps W or V-based units 1%, 2%, 5%, or 10% of reference level per division dBm, μW, mW, W, dBμV, dBmV, dBV, μV, mV, V, Units dB/m 2 , μV/m 2 Offset Range...
  • Page 101 Maintenance Measurements Rising edge, falling edge, any edge, trigger on HIGH, External Trigger Types trigger on LOW External Trigger Level TTL Levels User-settable, 100 μs to 1000 ms after trigger External Trigger Delay received before starting sweep External Trigger Connector BNC(F) 6 Markers;...
  • Page 102 SignalHawk™ PC and Rack Mount Models General Specifications Name: Rack-Mount Signal Hawk Model Model: SH-36S-RM Description: Rack-Mount Spectrum Analyzer Housing Sheet metal Power Switch Momentary push-button Power Indicator Green LED N(F) for RF input Rear USB 2.0 Type B BNC(F) for external trigger Connectors RJ-45 for Ethernet Terminal strip for DC input...
  • Page 103 Maintenance General Specifications 61326-2-1:2006 – EMC (ESD immunity meets performance criteria C) 61010-1:2001 – Safety CE Compliance 89/336/EEC - EMC 73/23/EEC and Amendment 93/68/EEC - Low Voltage PC Software Built-In Operating System Microsoft Windows 7, embedded Client Hardware Requirements General 256 MB RAM &...

  • Page 104: Distortion & Danl

    SignalHawk™ PC and Rack Mount Models Distortion & DANL SH-36S-PC Frequency Range 100 kHz to 3.6 GHz Resolution 1 Hz  Uncertainty ± 1 ppm (2 ) of measured frequency  Aging ± 1 ppm / year (2  Temperature Drift ±...
  • Page 105 Maintenance Amplitude –80 dBm; reference ≤ –10 dBm, f > 30 MHz, Inherent Spurious RBW ≤ 100 kHz –70 dBc; mixer level ≤ -30 dBm, carrier offset ≥ 1 Input Related Spurious  ± 1.5 dB max (2 ), ±1.0 dB typical, Accuracy >-50 dB ref, 15 to 35 °C, max detector Reference Level...
  • Page 106 SignalHawk™ PC and Rack Mount Models Measurements Detection Modes Sample, +peak, –peak, average, video average Trigger Modes Single, free run Trigger Sources Internal, external TTL, internal video Rising edge, falling edge, any edge, trigger on HIGH, External Trigger Types trigger on LOW External Trigger Level TTL Levels User-settable, 100 μs to 1000 ms after trigger received...
  • Page 107 Maintenance General Specifications –20 to +80 °C Storage Temperature If storing above 60°C for prolonged periods it is recommended that the battery be stored separately Humidity, Max 95% non-condensing (MIL-PRF-28800F, Class 2) Altitude, Max 4600m above sea level (MIL-PRF-28800F, Class 2) Weight 3 lbs Dimensions, Max...
  • Page 108 SignalHawk™ PC and Rack Mount Models PC Software Built-In Operating System Microsoft Windows 7, embedded Client Hardware Requirements 256 MB RAM & Pentium III or equivalent processor (512 MB General RAM & Pentium 4/M or higher recommended) 800 x 600, 256 color display (1280 x 720, 16 bit or higher resolution recommended) Mouse or pointing device 100 MB free disk space.

  • Page 109: Parts List

    Maintenance Parts List Note: Contact Bird Service Center for parts information. Standard Accessories Description Part No. 920-SHPC-OPS Operations Manual - PDF electronic copy 920-SHPC-REF Start-Up Instructions AC Line Cord 4421-055 USB Cable, 10 ft, USB 2.0 certified, USB A male to USB B male 5A2653-10...

  • Page 110: Optional Accessories

    SignalHawk™ PC and Rack Mount Models Optional Accessories SH-36S-PC General Description Part No. User Manual, paper copy 920-SHPC-OPS Field Strength Antenna, 136 to 221 MHz, ANT-100 Field Tunable, 0 dB Gain Field Strength Antenna, 400 to 512 MHz, ANT-400 Field Tunable, 0 dB Gain Field Strength Antenna, 824 to 894 MHz, ANT-800 0 dB Gain, Articulating...

  • Page 111: Test Cables And Adapters

    Maintenance Test Cables and Adapters Description Part No. Test Cable, Phase Stable, 1.5 m, N(M) to N(F) TC-MNFN-1.5 Test Cable, Phase Stable, 3.0 m, N(M) to N(F) TC-MNFN-3.0 Test Cable, Phase Stable, 1.5 m, N(M) to N(M) TC-MNMN-1.5 Test Cable, Phase Stable, 3.0 m, N(M) to N(M) TC-MNMN-3.0 Test Cable, Phase Stable, 1.5 m, N(M) to 7/16 DIN(F) TC-MNFE-1.5...

  • Page 112: Sh-36S-Rm

    SignalHawk™ PC and Rack Mount Models SH-36S-RM General Description Part No. User Manual, paper copy 920-SHPC-OPS USB Cable, 10 ft, USB 2.0 certified, 5A2653-10 USB A male to USB B male Attenuator, 100 W, 40 dB, NM/NF, 2.4 GHz 100-SA-MFN-40 Attenuator, 50 W, 30 dB, NM/NF.4 GHz 50-A-MFN-30 Attenuator, 25 W, 30 dB, NM/NF, 4 GHz...

  • Page 113: Rohs

    Maintenance ROHS Part Toxic or hazardous Substances and Elements Name Lead Mercury Cadmium Hexavalent Polybro- Polybro- (Pb) (Hg) (Cd) Chromium minated minated (Cr(VI)) biphenyls diphenyl (PBB) ethers (PBDE) Copper Alloy Florescent Backlight Printed Circuit Assembly O: Indicates that this toxic or hazardous substance contained in all of the homogeneous materials for this part is below the limit requirement in SJ/T11363-2006.

  • Page 114: Appendix 1 Menu Maps

    Appendix 3 Menu Maps Spectrum Analyzer Menu Maps The illustrations in this section show the options that are available when selecting a measurement function. Figure 73 Menu Map, Freq & Span Menu, All Measurements Note: If a channelized band is selected, there will be an extra selection named Channel (see Figure 74...
  • Page 115 Menu Maps Figure 74 Menu Map, Freq/Span Menu, Channelized Band Note: If a channelized band is selected, the system displays the Channel selection in addition to those shown in Figure 73...
  • Page 116 SignalHawk™ PC and Rack Mount Models Figure 75 Menu Map, BW & Sweep Menu, All Measurements...
  • Page 117 Menu Maps Figure 76 Menu Map, Amplitude, All Measurements...
  • Page 118 SignalHawk™ PC and Rack Mount Models Figure 77 Menu Map, Measurement, All Measurements...
  • Page 119 Menu Maps Figure 78 Menu Map, Mark & Limit Menu, All Measurements...
  • Page 120 SignalHawk™ PC and Rack Mount Models Figure 79 Menu Map, File & Help, All Measurements...

  • Page 121: Setup Function Menu Maps

    Menu Maps Setup Function Menu Maps Figure 80 Map, Setup (Mode), Main Screen...

  • Page 122: Appendix 2 Software License Terms

    Appendix 4 Software License Terms MICROSOFT SOFTWARE LICENSE TERMS WINDOWS 7 PROFESSIONAL These license terms are an agreement between Microsoft Corporation (or based on where you live, one of its affiliates) and you. Please read them. They apply to the software named above, which includes the media on which you received it, if any.
  • Page 123 Software License Terms 2. INSTALLATION AND USE RIGHTS. One Copy per Computer. You may install one copy of the software on one computer. That computer is the “licensed computer.” b. Licensed Computer. You may use the software on up to two processors on the licensed computer at one time.
  • Page 124 SignalHawk™ PC and Rack Mount Models Storage. You may store one copy of the software on a storage device, such as a network server. You may use that copy to install the software on any other computer to which a license has been assigned.
  • Page 125 Software License Terms Worldwide Use of the Media Center. Media Center is not designed for use in every country. For example, although the Media Center information may refer to certain features such as an electronic programming guide or provide information on how to configure a TV tuner, these features may not work in your area.
  • Page 126 SignalHawk™ PC and Rack Mount Models check, the software may send information about the software, the computer and the results of the validation check to Microsoft. This information includes, for example, the version and product key of the software, any unauthorized changes made to the validation, licensing or activation functions of the software, any related malicious or unauthorized software found and the Internet protocol address of the computer.
  • Page 127 Software License Terms  other software on your computer ceasing to work, or  your breaching a license to use other software on your com- puter. By using this software, it is possible that you will also remove or disable software that is not potentially unwanted software.
  • Page 128 SignalHawk™ PC and Rack Mount Models tificates and updates certificate revocation lists over the Internet, when available.  Auto Root Update. The Auto Root Update feature updates the list of trusted certificate authorities. You can switch off the Auto Root Update feature. ...
  • Page 129 Software License Terms  Windows Time Service. This service synchronizes with time.windows.com once a week to provide your computer with the correct time. You can turn this feature off or choose your preferred time source within the Date and Time Control Panel applet.
  • Page 130 SignalHawk™ PC and Rack Mount Models subject to the Microsoft Online Privacy Statement. This state- ment is available at go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?linkid=31493. If you use a third-party search provider, use of the informa- tion sent will be subject to the third party’s privacy practices. You can turn search suggestions off at any time.
  • Page 131 Software License Terms  reverse engineer, decompile or disassemble the software, except and only to the extent that applicable law expressly permits, despite this limitation;  use components of the software to run applications not running on the software;  make more copies of the software than specified in this agreement or allowed by applicable law, despite this limitation;...
  • Page 132 SignalHawk™ PC and Rack Mount Models 15. UPGRADES. To use upgrade software, you must first be licensed for the software that is eligible for the upgrade. Upon upgrade, this agreement takes the place of the agreement for the software you upgraded from. After you upgrade, you may no longer use the software you upgraded from.
  • Page 133 Software License Terms Other Requirements. Before any permitted transfer, the other party must agree that this agreement applies to the transfer and use of the software. 19. NOTICE ABOUT THE H.264/AVC VISUAL STANDARD, THE VC-1 VIDEO STANDARD, THE MPEG-4 VISUAL STANDARD AND THE MPEG-2 VIDEO STANDARD.
  • Page 134 SignalHawk™ PC and Rack Mount Models rights with respect to the party from whom you acquired the software. This agreement does not change your rights under the laws of your state or country if the laws of your state or country do not permit it to do so. 26.

  • Page 135: Limited Warranty

    Software License Terms LIMITED WARRANTY A. LIMITED WARRANTY. If you follow the instructions and the software is properly licensed, the software will perform substantially as described in the Microsoft materials that you receive in or with the software. B. TERM OF WARRANTY; WARRANTY RECIPIENT; LENGTH OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES.
  • Page 136 SignalHawk™ PC and Rack Mount Models  Microsoft Ireland Operations Limited, Customer Care Centre, Atrium Building Block B, Carmanhall Road, Sandyford Industrial Estate, Dublin 18, Ireland; or  the Microsoft affiliate serving your country (see www.microsoft.com/ worldwide). 3. Outside United States, Canada, Europe, Middle East and Africa. If you acquired the software outside the United States, Canada, Europe, the Middle East and Africa, contact the Microsoft affiliate serving your country (see www.microsoft.com/worldwide).
  • Page 137 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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