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MRI3T POWER MEASUREMENT KIT
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
©Copyright 202 2 by Bird Technologies, Inc.
Instruction Book Part Number 920-4300A750 Rev. P2
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  • Page 1 MRI3T POWER MEASUREMENT KIT OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ©Copyright 202 2 by Bird Technologies, Inc. Instruction Book Part Number 920-4300A750 Rev. P2 ® THRULINE is a Registered Trademark of Bird Electronic Corporation ® ® Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation...

  • Page 3: Quick Start Guide

    Quick Start Guide...

  • Page 5: Safety Precautions

    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.

  • Page 6: Safety Symbols

    Medical MRI3T Power Measurement Kit 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.

  • Page 7: Warning Statements

    Safety Precautions Warning Statements The following safety warnings appear in the text where there is danger to operating and maintenance personnel, and are repeated here for emphasis. WARNING KIT CONTAINS FERROUS MATERIAL Personal injury could result due to strong attraction to the magnet. Refer to service documentation prior to servicing.

  • Page 8: Caution Statements

    Medical MRI3T Power Measurement Kit Caution Statements The following equipment cautions appear in the text and are repeated here for emphasis. CAUTION Only use the supplied AC adapter to charge the unit. Due to the amperage required to charge the 5000-NG, charging from another power source (i.e.

  • Page 9: 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 10 Medical MRI3T Power Measurement Kit 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 11 Safety Precautions RF VOLTAGE MAY BE PRESENT IN RF ELEMENT SOCKET - KEEP ELEMENT IN SOCKET DURING OPERATION. DE LA TENSION H.F. PEAT ÊTRE PRÉSENTE DANS LA PRISE DE L'ÉLÉMENT H.F. - CONSERVER L'ÉLÉMENT DANS LA PRISE LORS DE L'EMPLOI. HF-SPANNUNG KANN IN DER HF-ELEMENT-BUCHSE ANSTEHEN - ELEMENT WÄHREND DES BETRIEBS EINGESTÖPSELT LASSEN.

  • Page 12: About This Manual

    Medical MRI3T Power Measurement Kit About This Manual This manual covers the operating and maintenance instructions for the following models: MRI3TKIT 5000-NG 5014M 8581A Changes to this Manual We have made every effort to ensure this manual is accurate at the time of publication.

  • Page 13: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Quick Start Guide ......... . i Safety Precautions .
  • Page 14 Medical MRI3T Power Measurement Kit Directional Power Sensor (DPS) Measurements ..... . 11 Average Power ..........11 VSWR .
  • Page 15 Table of Contents DPM Maintenance ..........46 Package File (APK) Installation .

  • Page 16: Chapter 1 Introduction

    VSWR (Match), Forward Average Power, and Reflected Average Power. Bird 5014M (DPS) — Directional power sensor used with the DPM. Thruline measurement. Bird 43-Type Elements are provided. Can also use Bird APM-Type elements. Bird 8581A Forced-Air Load — Forced-air cooled load. The load fans are powered from an AC adapter.

  • Page 17: Dpm Controls And Connectors

    Memory card slot used to augment internal MicroSD Card Slot storage. USB device port for connection to a USB Drive, USB-A PC, or Bird Power Sensor. Input connector for charging the 5000-NG using USB-Micro the supplied charger. See "Charging the DPM Charger Input Battery"...

  • Page 18: Dpm Power Source

    Medical MRI3T Power Measurement Kit DPM Power Source CAUTION Only use the supplied AC adapter to charge the unit. Due to the amperage required to charge the 5000-NG, charging from another power source (i.e. laptop USB port) may damage that power source.

  • Page 19: Chapter 2 Setup

    Chapter 2 Setup Setting Up 1. Turn off the signal source. 2. Turn on the DPM. Press and hold power key for approximately 3 seconds then release. 3. Connect the load to an AC supply and check that the fans turn on. "Load"...

  • Page 20: Load

    Medical MRI3T Power Measurement Kit Load Insert the AC adapter’s barrel connector into the load’s DC connector. Plug the adapter into a wall receptacle. CAUTION Ensure the load’s fans are running before applying RF power. Failure to do so will damage the load and other system components.

  • Page 21: Connections

    Setup Connections Figure 3 DPM Connections WARNING Never attempt to connect or disconnect RF equipment from the transmission line while RF power is being applied. Leaking RF energy is a potential health hazard.

  • Page 22: Connecting Sensor To Rf Power

    Figure 3 on page 6 2. Connect USB cable to 5000-NG. Note: The Bird RF Power Meter Software will save all sensor settings (by serial number). Sensor settings will automatically load when the sensor is connected. Settings are saved in a Session File.

  • Page 23: Elements

    Note: The forward full scale power and element type must be manually entered. Note: The Bird DPS uses Bird Plug-In Elements. These are labeled with a max power and a frequency range. Note: The transmitter frequency should be within the element range.

  • Page 24: Chapter 3 Operation

    Chapter 3 Operation Once the kit is set up, the load is plugged in, and the element settings are entered into the DPM, the DPM is ready to make measurements. Operating the Measurement Kit Sensor Elements WARNING RF voltage may be present in RF element socket. Keep element in socket during operation.

  • Page 25: Turning Off The Unit

    Operation Performing a Screen Shot 1. Press and hold the power and volume down buttons for approximately two seconds will perform a screen shot of the current screen on the DPM. Note: The image file will be saved in the 5000-NG’s internal memory in a folder named Screenshots.

  • Page 26: Directional Power Sensor (Dps) Measurements

    Medical MRI3T Power Measurement Kit Directional Power Sensor (DPS) Measurements Figure 8 Directional Power Sensor The 5014 can be used to measure:  Forward Power  Reflected Power  Match Measurements  Sensor Temperature Average Power Average power is a measure of the equivalent “heating” power of a signal, as measured with a calorimeter.

  • Page 27: Vswr

    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 different units: Rho ...

  • Page 28: 5014 Sensor Element Types

    Medical MRI3T Power Measurement Kit 5014 Sensor Element Types The DPS series sensors utilize elements in order to make power measurements. Each element has an arrow on it that represents the direction in which it measures power. The elements ignore power in the opposite direction with a directivity of at least 25 dB.

  • Page 29: Chapter 4 User Interface

    Chapter 4 User Interface The user interface objects discussed in this chapter consists of the RF Power and the Meter Software User Interface 5000-NG Operating System User Interface  "RF Power Meter Software User Interface" on page 14  "5000-NG Operating System User Interface" on page 34 RF Power Meter Software User Interface ...

  • Page 30: Sensor Displays And Menus

    Medical MRI3T Power Measurement Kit Sensor Displays and Menus Figure 10 Power Meter Display Item Used to configure the sensor and choose the format Display Controls for displaying measurement data. See "Display Menu Controls Menu" on page 17 Displays the numerical readings available/selected Display Area/ device readings.

  • Page 31: Display Area

    "Arranging the Readings Menu Order" on page 17 Changing Readings Menu Settings Note: The Bird RF Power Meter Software will save all settings for each sensor (by serial number). Sensor specific settings will automatically load when the sensor is connected. All settings are saved in Session Files.

  • Page 32: Display Controls Menu

    Medical MRI3T Power Measurement Kit Arranging the Readings Menu Order The measurement type displayed at the top of the Readings Menu is selected by gesture. 1. Press the value until red border appears. 2. Drag the value up until it displaces the top value then release.
  • Page 33 User Interface Graph Displays Any measurement can be displayed in graphical or tabular format. Several different graph types may be displayed. Tap the Display Controls Menu to display the graph options. Graph List — Default options are Reading Table, New Bar Graph, New Time Graph, and New Data Set Graph (CCDF and Time Domain modes only).
  • Page 34 Medical MRI3T Power Measurement Kit How to Display a Graph 1. Tap the Display Controls Menu to display the graph options. 2. Tap the name of graph type you wish to display (New Bar, New Time, New Data Set). Note: It is recommended a descriptive name be used as graph names, including graph type and other distinguishing information, since multiple graphs may be saved.
  • Page 35 User Interface Bar Graph Controls Note: Graph controls are located in the Sensor Operation Menu . Pause/Resume When pause is tapped, graph data collection is stopped and the bar is paused. When resume is tapped, data collection begins and bar begins moving. Graph Readings The bar graph initially opens with only one measurement displayed, additional measurements may be displayed using this menu.
  • Page 36 Medical MRI3T Power Measurement Kit Data Graph Controls Note: Graph controls are located in the Sensor Operation Menu .  Pinch the graph to zoom in or zoom out.  Swipe up, down, left, or right to move the trace within the graph area.
  • Page 37 User Interface Add Marker Note: Markers are not available on Bar Graphs. 1. Tap the Sensor Operation Menu . 2. Tap Add Marker. When Add Marker is tapped, a marker is added at the center point of the graph All markers are added at the center point of the graph, newly added markers will be positioned directly "over"...
  • Page 38 Medical MRI3T Power Measurement Kit Deleting Markers Press the marker data in the marker list until Delete is displayed, then tap Delete. Figure 15 Delete Marker Reset Zoom when tapped, graph will be return to default view and the trace will update as...
  • Page 39 User Interface Time Graph Controls Any measurement can be displayed in graphical or tabular format. See "How to Display a Graph" on page 19 Note: Graph controls are located in the Sensor Operation Menu .  Touching the graph area will stop the trace on the screen, however data will continue to be collected.
  • Page 40 Medical MRI3T Power Measurement Kit Graph Scale The graph scale on the Y-axis may be changed by manually entering the minimum and maximum scale values. 1. Tap the Sensor Operation Menu . 2. Tap Graph Scale to display the dialog.

  • Page 41: Sensor Operations Menu

    User Interface Sensor Operations Menu Figure 16 Sensor Operation Menu Pause/Resume — The Pause option will stop the updates of measurement readings and graphs. Load Preset — This option allows you to load a preset configuration file, see Session Files for details. Device Actions —...

  • Page 42: Logging

    Logging Sensor data can be logged by the Bird RF Power Meter Software. Logging saves all the sensors active readings into a text file. Logging can be started on the Sensor Operations Menu . Logs are saved using the following file naming...
  • Page 43 User Interface Log File Definition Section 1: Data Definition, often referred to as an Object. The data logged will vary according to the sensor connected when the log file is created. Section 1 includes:  Model, serial number, date and time log was created ...

  • Page 44: Share Readings Via Bluetooth

    Medical MRI3T Power Measurement Kit Importing Logs into Excel This procedure will display each group of results on one row with each measurement and values grouped by columns. 1. Transfer the log files to a PC. 2. Open an Excel spreadsheet.

  • Page 45: Preferences Menu

    Bird RF Meter Preferences Menu Network Scan — This menu option scans the WiFi network the android device is connected to for any Bird devices connected to the same network. Add Connection — The menu is used to manually connect to a Bird Device on the WiFi network the android device is connected to.

  • Page 46: Session Files

    Medical MRI3T Power Measurement Kit Session Files Session List Definitions Session files are used to initialize the Bird RF Power Meter Software when a Bird Power Sensor is connected. The following definitions describe the different session files. Figure 21 Session List...
  • Page 47 Software a Serial Number Specific Session File is created. You can also save your settings as the default settings for your power sensor type in a Default Preset or Preset. All of these file types can be exported from the Bird RF Power Meter Software for use on other devices.
  • Page 48 If you wish to import one or more Session Files onto an Android device you must first copy the files onto the Android device into the Bird RF Meter folder. 1. Transfer the desired Session Files into the following folder on the destination Android device: SDCARD>Bird RF Meter>Sessions...

  • Page 49: 5000-Ng Operating System User Interface

    A Camera App is not preinstalled on the 5000-NG, to use the camera the Camera App APK must be manually installed, see "Package File (APK) Installation" on page 46 The 5000NG_Camera.apk is available on the 5000-NG product page on Bird’s website. https://birdrf.com/Products/Sensors/RF-Power-Sensors/Digital-Power- Meter-Display/5000-NG-Digital-Power-Meter-Display.aspx Camera Operation 1.

  • Page 50: Memory Expansion

    Medical MRI3T Power Measurement Kit Memory Expansion There are two options for extending the internal memory of the 5000-NG. There is a MicroSD slot and a USB port. While memory expansion is not required for proper operation of the 5000-NG, it provides a easy way to transfer information off of the power meter.

  • Page 51: 5000-Ng Communications Settings

    User Interface 5000-NG Communications Settings The 5000-NG utilizes Wi-Fi to perform functions described in the previous sections and Bluetooth can be used to transfer files from the 5000-NG to a PC. These communications functions may be turned on and off using the 5000-NG’s settings menus, See Figure 24 Starting and Stopping Communication Services...

  • Page 52: Pairing A Bluetooth Device With The 5000-Ng

    Medical MRI3T Power Measurement Kit Pairing a Bluetooth Device with the 5000-NG 5000-NG 1. Long press the power button. 2. Tap settings in popup menu. Figure 26 Settings Menu 3. Type password (5000ng) and tap Confirm. 4. Tap Bluetooth icon to open the Bluetooth dialog.

  • Page 53: Connecting To A Wi-Fi Network

    User Interface Connecting to a Wi-Fi Network 1. Long press the power button. 2. Tap settings in popup menu. Figure 27 Settings Menu 3. Type password (5000ng) and tap Confirm. 4. Tap Wi-Fi icon to open the Wi-Fi dialog. 5. If Wi-Fi is off, tap the toggle to turn on. Note: A list of Wi-Fi networks will be listed on the Wi-Fi dialog.

  • Page 54: Chapter 5 File Transfers

    5. Type the password (5000ng) and tap yes. 6. Navigate to the location of the file. See Figure 28 Example: Internal Memory > Bird RF Meter > Logs Figure 28 Media Selection Note: Log files must be renamed because they contain colons (:). Files containing certain special characters must be renamed.
  • Page 55 File Transfers b. Tap rename in the pop-up menu. Delete or replace special characters in the file name, or type a new file name. d. Tap OK to finish. 8. If transferring multiple files: Tap Multi in the header. See Figure 29 b.

  • Page 56: Transfer Files From The 5000-Ng To A Pc Via Usb Cable

    3. Files may be copied directly to or from the 5000-NG’s internal storage and connected a USB Drive or MicroSD card to the PC. Note: Log files and session logs generated by the Bird RF Power Meter Software are stored in the 5000-NG Internal storage in a folder titled Bird RF Meter.
  • Page 57 6. Type the password (5000ng) and tap yes. 7. Navigate to the location of the file. See Figure 32 Example: Internal Memory > Bird RF Meter > Logs Figure 32 Media Selection Note: Log files must be renamed because they contain colons (:). Files containing certain special characters must be renamed.
  • Page 58 Medical MRI3T Power Measurement Kit Figure 33 Multiple File Selection 10. If transferring just one file: Long press the file name. b. Tap Send. 11. Tap the Bluetooth option in the Send Menu. 12. Tap the PC name in the Bluetooth Device Selection screen. See...
  • Page 59 File Transfers Figure 35 Received File Dialog Box 14. Click Finish to save the files on the PC in the selected location.

  • Page 60: Chapter 6 Maintenance

    CAUTION Do not use harsh or abrasive detergents for cleaning. Clean the Bird Digital Power Meter and its display with a soft cloth dampened with mild detergent and water only. Clean sensors with a dry cleaning solvent that leaves no residue.

  • Page 61: Dpm Maintenance

    9. Type the password (5000ng) and tap CONFIRM. 10. Scroll down and tap Security. Note: The Bird apps are not on the Google Play Store®, Installing Apps from Unknown Sources must be enabled to allow the Bird APK to be installed.

  • Page 62: Storing The Dpm

    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 63: Parts List

    Maintenance Parts List Figure 37 Supplied Items...
  • Page 64 Medical MRI3T Power Measurement Kit Index Description Bird P/N Kit, Complete 4300A750 Case, including cards and manual 4300B672-2 Digital Power Meter 5000-NG Digital Power Meter 5000-NG AC Adapter (5000-NG) 5B5002-1 AC Adapter (Load) 5A2436 5014M Directional Power Sensor, 5014M Elements, and Offset Card Kit...

  • Page 65: Color Codes

    Maintenance Color Codes Sensor Elements Frequency Range Color 10 – 30 MHz Black 30 – 60 MHz Green 60 – 130 MHz Blue Cables Connectors Color 7/16 DIN (M) – 7/16 DIN (M) Specifications Overall Kit Frequency Range 10 – 130 MHz RF Power Average, Max.
  • Page 66 Medical MRI3T Power Measurement Kit Humidity, Relative Operating 30% to 75% Storage 95% noncondensing max. Altitude, Above Sea Level (ASL) Operating –984 to +11,800 ft ASL (–300 to +4000 m) Storage –984 to +18,000 ft ASL (–300 to +5490 m) Dimensions, Nominal, 21”...

  • Page 67: Meter (Model 5000-Ng)

    Maintenance Meter (Model 5000-NG) Display Full-Color 8" 1280 x 800 pixel display with backlight. True Average Power (Forward and Reflected) VSWR, Return Loss, rho, Match Efficiency Primary Display Functions (Sensor dependent) IEEE 194 Pulse Parameters Sensor temperature. Additional Functions Data Logging, Numerical & Graphing display Sensor Detection Automatic Storage...

  • Page 68: Sensor (Model 5014M)

    8 kW, 4 kW, 2.5 kW Settling Time < 3 sec. Accuracy General ± 8% @ cal freq & power ± 7½% Elements Can use Bird 43 or APM Elements. 43 elements are standard Connectors Input 7/16 (M) Output 7/16 (F) Insertion VSWR, Max 1.05:1 Insertion Loss, Max 0.1 dB...

  • Page 69: Adapters

    Maintenance Strain Relief 30 lb. min. Length, 7/16, BNC to BNC 6 ft Coiling Velcro wrap provided with each cable to keep it coiled while stored Labeling Color band at both ends indicates cable type. Label in middle lists P/N. Adapters Connectors 7/16 (F) to HN (M)

  • Page 70: 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 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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