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SiteHawk™ Analyzer
SK-6000
Operation Manual
©Copyright 2019 by Bird Technologies, Inc.
Instruction Book Part Number 920-SK-6000 Rev. B
SiteHawk is a trademark of Bird Electronic Corporation

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  • Page 1 SiteHawk™ Analyzer SK-6000 Operation Manual ©Copyright 2019 by Bird Technologies, Inc. Instruction Book Part Number 920-SK-6000 Rev. B SiteHawk is a trademark of Bird Electronic Corporation...

  • 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: Safety Statements

    Bird SiteHawk Operation Manual 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 SO. SERVICIO LAS INSTRUCCIONES DE SERVICIO SON PARA USO EXCLUSIVO DEL PERSONAL DE SERVICIO CAPACITADO. PARA EVITAR EL PELIGRO DE DESCARGAS ELÉCTRICAS, NO REALICE NINGÚN SERVICIO A MENOS QUE ESTÉ...
  • Page 6 Bird SiteHawk Operation Manual 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 7: About This Manual

    When inquiring about updates to this manual refer to the part number and revision on the title page. Literature Contents Introduction — Describes the features of the Bird SiteHawk™, lists equipment supplied and optional equipment, provides power-up instructions and measurement settings. Measure Match Mode —...

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Safety Precautions ......... i Safety Symbols .
  • Page 9 Bird SiteHawk Operation Manual Velocity ........... . 12 Cable Loss .
  • Page 10 Table of Contents Chapter 6 Data Save and Export ......39 Saving and Recalling SiteHawk Status Data ......39 Trace Data in CSV File Format .

  • Page 11: Chapter 1 Introduction

    1280 x 720 pixel touch screen display area. Power Meter Application SiteHawk Analyzers include the Bird RF Meter Application. The Bird RF Meter is an Android application designed to work with a wide variety of Bird Power Sensors.

  • Page 12: Items Supplied

    Introduction Items Supplied Description Part Number Hard Carrying Case 7002A218-2 Soft Carrying Case 7002A219-1 USB Adapter SK-CONN-OTG-2 AC Adapter (12 VDC) SK05T - 1200300Z Touch Pen (stylus) SK-TP-112 USB Drive 5A2745-1 Instruction Manual 920-SK-6000 RF Cable, 1 meter SK-TC-MNFN-1M Calibration Combination (Cal Combo), DC - SK-CAL-MN-C6 6 GHz Li-ion Battery (7.4 V, 6800 mAh)

  • Page 13: Sitehawk Analyzer Specifications

    Bird SiteHawk Operation Manual SiteHawk Analyzer Specifications Frequency Range 1 MHz to 6 GHz Frequency Accuracy ±2.5 ppm Frequency Resolution Setting 1 kHz Output Power –10 dBm Reflected Amplitude Accuracy –15 dB to 0 dB ±0.4 dB –25 dB to –15 dB ±1.5 dB...

  • Page 14: Calibration Combo Specifications

    Power Measurement Yes, with RF Meter App Visit www.birdrf.com for a complete Compatible Devices list of sensors compatible with the Bird RF Meter App. Storage Capacity 16 GB Immunity to Interfering Signals +13 dBm CE compliant. EMC, Safety, and RoHS...

  • Page 15: Measurement Capability

    Antenna Test Port phase-stable cable for best results. Power Button Used to power on and off the SiteHawk USB device port for connection to a USB Drive or Bird USB-C 3.0 Type Power Sensor. Input connector for charging the SK-6000 using the Charger Input supplied charger.

  • Page 16: Power

    Introduction Power The SiteHawk Analyzer has an internal, rechargeable, lithium-ion battery pack. CAUTION Only use the supplied AC adapter to charge the unit. The unit cannot be charged through the USB port (i.e. from a laptop). Charging from a power source other than the supplied charger may damage the battery.

  • Page 17: Measurement Port

    Bird SiteHawk Operation Manual Measurement Port CAUTION Do not exceed +22 dBm (100 mW) RF Power input at the measurement port. Damage to the units RF module will result. Note: Antenna systems can build up a static charge large enough to damage the SiteHawk, if discharged through the device.
  • Page 18 Introduction Item Description Current Date, Time, latitude and longitude. Note: Location services must be set to On for the latitude and longitude data. SiteHawk to display "Accessing Communication Services" on page Measurement Mode, press to display Measurement Mode menu. Trace Selection, press to choose number of traces to display.

  • Page 19: Setting The Measurement Frequencies

    Bird SiteHawk Operation Manual Setting the Measurement Frequencies Frequencies can be set manually. Frequency range should be greater than the normal range of the antenna. Example - For a 450 MHz antenna, set the start frequency at 400 and the stop frequency at 500 MHz, for an 800 MHz antenna, set the start frequency at 700 and the stop frequency at 1,100 MHz.

  • Page 20: Setting The Measurement Data Points

    Introduction Setting the Measurement Data Points Select the number of data points to take during a measurement. There are seven data point options:  51 points  101 points  201 points  401 points  801 points  1601 points ...

  • Page 21: Setting The Distance Units And Cable Values (Dtf Menu)

    Bird SiteHawk Operation Manual Setting the Distance Units and Cable Values (DTF Menu) The trace can display the entire length (distance) of the cable system being measured or a smaller portion of the length for better detail. If it is suspected that there might be a fault at a known distance along a cable, set the display to show only that area by using the start and stop distance.

  • Page 22: Velocity

    Introduction Velocity 1. Select Velocity. 2. Set speed value. Note: Manually enter cable velocity value or select the cable type from the cable list. Cable Loss 1. Select CableLoss. 2. Set cable loss values. Note: • Manually enter cable loss value or select the cable type from the cable list.

  • Page 23: Trace Settings

    Bird SiteHawk Operation Manual Trace Settings The number of traces displayed and the minimum and maximum grid scale values can be manually changed. Note: SiteHawk is capable of displaying up to 4 traces. 1. Press the Trace name (e.g. Tr1) to select the active trace. See...

  • Page 24: Adjusting The Trace Within The Selected Scale

    Introduction Adjusting the trace within the selected scale Note: Scale settings only affect the active trace, if more than one trace is currently displayed, select the desired trace before changing scale. 1. Press SCALE icon. See Figure 6 on page 14 2.

  • Page 25: Chapter 2 Calibration

    Chapter 2 Calibration Calibrating the SiteHawk Analyzer For best results, set the frequency and calibrate the Bird Site Analyzer immediately before taking measurements. Note: Use a precision open, short, load (OSL) calibration standard or “Calibration Combo” for accurate measurement results.

  • Page 26: Chapter 3 Measure Match Mode

    Chapter 3 Measure Match Mode Match measurement verifies and monitors the match conditions in the antenna system at various frequencies. The results are shown on an x-y graph. Frequency is shown on the x-axis and Return Loss or SWR is shown on the y-axis. Before making a Match Measurement, be sure to have a Calibration Combination (Cal Combo), all necessary cables with adapters of the correct size and connector type.

  • Page 27: Interpreting The Measurement

    Bird SiteHawk Operation Manual CAUTION Do not exceed +22 dBm (100 mW) RF Power input at the measurement port. Damage to the units RF module will result. Note: Antenna systems can build up a static charge large enough to damage the SiteHawk, if discharged through the device. It is recommended a load or attenuator be used to bleed off any static charge prior to connecting the SiteHawk to the system.

  • Page 28: Cable Loss Measurement

    Measure Match Mode Cable Loss Measurement Ensure that the cable being tested is unterminated (not connected to anything at the far end). Note: Ensure the cable is disconnected from any RF power source. Note: Ensure the frequency band of the system is known. Performing a Cable Loss Measurement 1.

  • Page 29: Interpreting A Cable Loss Measurement

    Bird SiteHawk Operation Manual 11. Place a marker (mark 2) at the maximum loss point within the frequency band on the trace. 12. Save and label the trace, if appropriate. See “Recall Trace Data” on page 42 Interpreting a Cable Loss Measurement The graph below shows a typical cable loss measurement.

  • Page 30: Chapter 4 Fault Location Mode

    Chapter 4 Fault Location Mode Fault location identifies the position of impedance discontinuities (reflections) within the antenna system. The measurement results are displayed on an x-y graph. Distance from the SiteHawk Analyzer is shown on the x-axis, while relative magnitude of the discontinuity is shown on the y-axis. Before making a fault location measurement, ensure that the following items and information are present: ...

  • Page 31: Data Points

    Bird SiteHawk Operation Manual Data Points Increasing the number of data points increases the measurable distance (401 points results in twice the distance of 201 points, and 801 points results in four times the distance of 201 points). When changing the number of data points measured, the software automatically recomputes the new maximum measurable distance.

  • Page 32: Selecting Fault Location Mode

    Fault Location Mode Selecting Fault Location Mode 1. Press trace measurement field to display Measurement Mode menu. 2. Press to select one of the following from the Measurement Mode drop down menu:  DTF_SWR  DTF_RL Note: When making Distance to Fault measurement, select units for the Y (vertical) scale: DTF_SWR for standing wave ratio or DTF_RL for return loss in dB.
  • Page 33 Bird SiteHawk Operation Manual CAUTION Do not exceed +22 dBm (100 mW) RF Power input at the measurement port. Damage to the units RF module will result. Note: Antenna systems can build up a static charge large enough to damage the SiteHawk, if discharged through the device. It is recommended a load or attenuator be used to bleed off any static charge prior to connecting the SiteHawk to the system.

  • Page 34: Interpreting The Fault Location Measurement

    Fault Location Mode Interpreting the Fault Location Measurement The graph below shows a typical Fault Location measurement for an antenna system. The table lists typical component return losses. Figure 13 Interpreting Fault Location Measurement Typical Component Return Loss Antenna at Resonance -14 dB Connector -25 dB...

  • Page 35: Chapter 5 Additional Features

    Chapter 5 Additional Features Limit Line The limit line helps to set off those parts of a trace that are outside of the acceptance (limit) values. It appears as a red horizontal line at the limit line value. The part of the trace that is not acceptable will display in white. Additionally, identification of signals falling outside acceptable limits can be visually and audibly enhanced using a failure flag and alarm.
  • Page 36 Additional Features Value Sets the position of the limit line on the vertical scale (Y axis). Press the field to enter a value. Step Sets the numerical value the limit line will move when the Move UP or Move Down button are pressed. Press the field to enter a value. Move Up Press to move limit line up the vertical scale.

  • Page 37: Markers

    Bird SiteHawk Operation Manual Markers Each marker is displayed as a triangle pointer. Up to six markers can be used with each trace to visually indicate the trace value at specific frequency points. Only markers for the active trace are displayed. The SiteHawk analyzer displays the frequency and signal value for each marker at the top of the screen.
  • Page 38 Additional Features Step Sets the frequency value the active marker will move when the Move Left or Move Right buttons are pressed. Press the Step field to enter a value. Moves the position of the marker left or right by the step entered. Move Left Press to move the active marker to the left.

  • Page 39: Using Delta Markers

    Bird SiteHawk Operation Manual Using Delta Markers The delta marker feature displays the difference (delta) in both frequency (or distance) and value between the active marker and all other markers. All markers follow the current trace only. Note: The Delta marker compares points on one trace and at least two markers must be displayed for the Delta Option to work.
  • Page 40 Additional Features 3. Press MKR icon, and select MoveDelta. Note: shows Marker 1-3 is now highlighted. Figure 20 Figure 20 Highlighted Delta Marker...

  • Page 41: Peak Search Between Markers

    Bird SiteHawk Operation Manual Peak Search Between Markers The peak search between markers feature causes a marker to find the peak between two other markers. M1 ~ M2 selection causes marker 3 to move to the peak signal between marker 1 and marker 2 positions. M4 ~ M5 selection causes marker 6 to move to the peak signal between marker 4 and marker 5 positions.

  • Page 42: Utility Menus

    Additional Features Utility Menus Pressing the Menu icon will display the utility menus: MEM, FREQ, RESET, FILE, PNG, SYS. See Figure 22 These menus are described in this section with the exception of the FREQ menu, the FREQ menu is described in "Setting the Measurement Frequencies"...

  • Page 43: File Menu

    Bird SiteHawk Operation Manual FILE Menu Pressing the FILE icon will display the file menu. See Figure 23 Figure 23 File Menu Saving and Recalling Traces Traces and measurement data can be saved and recalled from either the unit’s internal memory or an external USB thumb drive. See “Data Save and Export”...
  • Page 44 Additional Features Save Screen Picture (jpeg) Saves a JPEG file of the current Sweep Display Area, press the menu option and a save dialog is displayed allowing the user to enter a file name or use the default file name. Note: If the Site Name option is set to ON an Edit SiteName dialog box will be displayed each time screen shot is taken.
  • Page 45 Bird SiteHawk Operation Manual Delete User File Press to display the Delete User File dialog box. The Delete User File dialog box allows any one file type or all file types to be deleted from the SiteHawk. See Figure 25 For procedure to delete files see “Data Save and Export”...

  • Page 46: Reset Icon

    Additional Features Save Multiple Files The Save Multiple Files menu allows several file types to be saved in one operation, using the same file name for each file type. The menu contains file type selection boxes and file name option. For more details, see "Saving Files"...

  • Page 47: Sys Menu

    Bird SiteHawk Operation Manual SYS Menu SYS menu is accessed by pressing the Menu icon, then pressing the SYS icon. Figure 30 SYS Menu System Settings Press the SYS icon on the SYS menu to open the System Settings dialog, .
  • Page 48 Additional Features Figure 31 System Settings EXIT Press the exit icon on the SYS menu to close the SiteHawk application. About Screen Press the information icon on the SYS menu opens the About Screen. The About screen displays the software version and the device serial number. Figure 32 System About...

  • Page 49: Chapter 6 Data Save And Export

    Chapter 6 Data Save and Export Saving and Recalling SiteHawk Status Data SiteHawk status, calibration result, and tracing data can be saved to the instrument, and can be recalled to be displayed on the sweep display area. The parameters for this instrument setting include: scale, trace, cursor and analysis.

  • Page 50: Save Files On Sitehawk

    Data Save and Export Hz——frequency measurement unit (kHz, MHz, GHz) FMT—— Data Format RI——Real part and Imaginary part MA——Linear Amp and Phase DB——Log Amp (dB) and Phase Z0——reference impedance F[n]——Frequency about point N {…}’—— {(RI) |(MA) |(DB)} {…}”——{(RI) |(MA) |(DB)} Save Files on SiteHawk The SiteHawk Analyzer automatically names files using a time-date format, this can be changed during the save operation.
  • Page 51 Bird SiteHawk Operation Manual Figure 34 File Menu 3. Select the format of the saved file:  Data can be saved as cst or sta trace data.  Data can be saved as a S1p file.  Data can be saved as a datafile (.csv).

  • Page 52: Recall Trace Data

    Data Save and Export Figure 35 File Save Dialog Recall Trace Data Data in sta or cst data files can be recalled and displayed with the current data trace. 1. Press the Menu icon. 2. Press the FILE icon to display the file menu. See Figure 34 3.

  • Page 53: Deleting Sitehawk Stored Data Files

    Bird SiteHawk Operation Manual Figure 36 Recall Sta Data and Running Data 7. Press OFF to remove the recalled trace data. Deleting SiteHawk Stored Data Files This procedure can be used to delete any data files stored by the SiteHawk App.
  • Page 54 Data Save and Export 4. Select Directory containing files to delete. Note: The default directory (folder) displayed in the Delete User File dialog box is the default save folder, there is no need to select a different folder if the default folder was used to save files. Skip to step 5 Press SCAN.

  • Page 55: Data Transfer Function

    Bird SiteHawk Operation Manual Data Transfer Function Data transfer from the SK-6000 may be accomplished using a USB Drive or via Bluetooth transfer. For instructions on how to make transfers see "Data Transfer via USB Drive" on page 45 "Data Transfer via Bluetooth" on page...
  • Page 56 Data Save and Export Figure 40 Select and Copy Files 9. Select LOCAL. See Figure 41 10. Select USB Storage. 11. Navigate to the directory where the file will be saved. 12. Tap the Paste icon to save the file onto the USB drive. Figure 41 Paste Files 13.
  • Page 57 Bird SiteHawk Operation Manual Ejecting USB Drive from Settings Menu 1. Tap Settings on the Home Screen. See Figure 43 2. Tap Storage & USB. Figure 43 Eject USB Storage 3. Scroll to Portable Storage, and tap the Eject icon.
  • Page 58 Data Save and Export Data Transfer via Bluetooth Files may be transfered to/from the SiteHawk using the following steps. 1. Press Home key on the SiteHawk display. 2. Select Settings. 3. Turn on Bluetooth. 4. Press Home key. 5. Select the File Manager icon on the unit’s home screen. 6.

  • Page 59: Sitehawk Communications Settings

    Bird SiteHawk Operation Manual SiteHawk Communications Settings The SiteHawk utilizes WiFi, Bluetooth, and GPS to perform the various functions described in the previous sections. These communications functions may be turned on and off using the pull-down notification area at the top of the SiteHawk’s display area, See...

  • Page 60: Chapter 7 Maintenance

    Chapter 7 Maintenance Cleaning Clean the SiteHawk Analyzer only with a soft cloth dampened with mild detergent and water. Do not use any other type of cleaning solution. CAUTION Do not touch the center pin of the Antenna Test Port with bare hands, water, or emery cloth.

  • Page 61: Replacing The Battery

    Device Calibration It is recommended that an instrument calibration be performed by a certified service provider at nominal three year intervals. Contact Bird Electronic for more information. Storage Store the SiteHawk Analyzer in an enclosed case and in an environment that does not exceed values listed in the Specifications section.

  • Page 62: Edit Cable List

    Maintenance Edit Cable List The Cable List contains a list of known cable values. These procedure provide the steps necessary to edit the Cable List and select Cable Lists. The Cable List that is preloaded on the SiteHawk is named CableList.ini. Edit Cable List on SiteHawk Add Cable to Cable List Note: cables in the default list cannot be changed using this method.
  • Page 63 Bird SiteHawk Operation Manual Delete Cable from Cable List Note: Only cables added by the user may be deleted using this method. 1. Press DTF icon. 2. Press CableList option to display the Cable List. See Figure 48 3. Scroll to the bottom of the Cable List to see the cable to be deleted.

  • Page 64: Edit Cable List On A Pc

    6. Select a cable in the list and press OK. Edit Cable List on a PC 1. Download the Cable List Editor from SiteHawk page on the Bird Website, and save on a PC. 2. Copy the file CableList.ini from the SiteHawk folder on the SiteHawk. See “Data Transfer Function”...
  • Page 65 Bird SiteHawk Operation Manual Figure 52 Cable List Editor 6. Click Add to add a new cable or select an existing cable to change and click Edit. Note: Any cable may be deleted by selecting the cable in the list and clicking Delete.

  • Page 66: Firmware Update

    Maintenance 15. Launch the SiteHawk App. 16. Load the updated Cable List. See “Recall Cable List” on page 53 Firmware Update 1. Go to http://www.birdrf.com/Products/Test and Measurement/Analyzers/ Cable-Antenna-Analyzers/ 2. Scroll down to the Downloads. 3. Click on the Firmware link. Note: Ensure you are downloading the firmware for correct SiteHawk model.

  • Page 67: 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 68 Appendix 1 SiteHawk Analyzer default Settings Description Default Setting Touchstone Data Format RI - Real-Imaginary Allocation of Channels Active Channel Number Marker Value Identification Capacity 8 digits (Stimulus) Marker Value Identification Capacity 5 digits (Response) Vertical Divisions Traces per Channel Active Trace Number Number of Sweep Points Stimulus Start Frequency...

  • Page 69: Limited Warranty

    Limited Warranty All products manufactured by Seller are warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of three (3) years, unless otherwise specified, from date of shipment and to conform to applicable specifications, drawings, blueprints and/or samples. Seller’s sole obligation under these war- ranties 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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