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PUBLIC SAFETYSITE ANALYZER

CABLE AND ANTENNA TESTERFOR WIRELESS SYSTEMS

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Copyright 2002 by Bird Electronic CorporationInstruction Book Part Number 920-7002A170S Rev. A

Site Analyzer is a trademark of Bird Electronic CorporationMicrosoft and Windows are registered trademarks

of the Microsoft Corporation

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Safety Precautions

Remove Power

Observe general safety precautions. Do not open the instrument withthe power on.

Safety Earth Ground

An uninterruptible safety earth ground must be supplied from themain power source to the instrument. Grounding one conductor of atwo conductor power cable is not sufficient protection. Serious injury

or death can occur if this grounding is not properly installed.Safety Symbols

The caution symbol appears on the equipment indicatingthere is important information in the instruction manualregarding that particular area. See page72 for specificcautions.

NOTE: Calls attention to supplemental information.

Warning Statements

The following safety warnings appear in the text where there isdanger to operating and maintenance personnel, and are repeatedhere for emphasis.

WARNINGWarning notes call attention to a procedure, which if not correctly

performed, could result in personal injury.

CAUTIONCaution notes call attention to a procedure, which if not correctly

performed, could result in damage to the instrument.

WARNINGThe SA-BATPAK is shipped charged. Be careful when removing the

safety cap, 12Vdc @ 2.0 AH/20 hour rate can be present inside thereceptacle. Do not touch the inside of the receptacle. The possibility

of an electric shock exists.

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Caution Statements

The following equipment cautions appear in the text and are repeatedhere for emphasis.

Safety Statements

USAGE

ANY USE OF THIS INSTRUMENT IN A MANNER NOTSPECIFIED BY THE MANUFACTURER MAY IMPAIRTHE INSTRUMENTS SAFETY PROTECTION.

USO

EL USO DE ESTE INSTRUMENTO DE MANERA NO

ESPECIFICADA POR EL FABRICANTE, PUEDE ANULAR LAPROTECCIN DE SEGURIDAD DEL INSTRUMENTO.

BENUTZUNG

WIRD DAS GERT AUF ANDERE WEISE VERWENDET ALS VOMHERSTELLER BESCHRIEBEN, KANN DIE GERTESICHERHEITBEEINTRCHTIGT WERDEN.

WARNINGThis equipment should not be connected to an antenna or operated

during a storm that has the potential to produce lightning. The

possibility exists for electrical shock.

WARNINGWhen using the ac adapter, only connect the plug to a properly

grounded receptacle. Serious injury or death can occur if groundingis not properly installed.

CAUTIONHarsh or abrasive detergents, and some solvents, can damage the

display unit and information on the labels.

CAUTION

When using a Bird 5011, do not exceed 2 W average or 125 W peakpower for 5 s. Doing so will render the sensor inoperative.

CAUTION+22 dBm max. input

Do not apply RF power to Antenna Test Port. Exceeding themaximum input will damage the Site Analyzer.

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UTILISATION

TOUTE UTILISATION DE CET INSTRUMENT QUI NEST PASEXPLICITEMENT PRVUE PAR LE FABRICANT PEUT

ENDOMMAGER LE DISPOSITIF DE PROTECTION DELINSTRUMENT.

IMPIEGO

QUALORA QUESTO STRUMENTO VENISSE UTI LIZZATO INMODO DIVERSO DA COME SPECIFICATO DAL PRODUTTORELA PROZIONE DI SICUREZZA POTREBBE VENIRNECOMPROMESSA.

SERVICESERVICING INSTRUCTIONS ARE FOR USE BYSERVICE - TRAINED PERSONNEL ONLY. TO AVOIDDANGEROUS ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT PERFORMANY SERVICING UNLESS QUALIFIED TO DO SO.

SERVICIO

LAS INSTRUCCIONES DE SERVICIO SON PARA USO

EXCLUSIVO DEL PERSONAL DE SERVICIO CAPACITADO. PARAEVITAR EL PELIGRO DE DESCARGAS ELCTRICAS, NOREALICE NINGN SERVICIO A MENOS QUE ESTCAPACITADO PARA HACERIO.

WARTUNG

ANWEI SUNGEN FR DIE WARTUNG DES GERTES GELTENNUR FR GESCHULTES FACHPERSONAL.

ZUR VERMEIDUNG GEFHRLICHE, ELEKTRISCHE SCHOCKS,SIND WARTUNGSARBEITEN AUSSCHLIELICH VONQUALIFIZIERTEM SERVICEPERSONAL DURCHZUFHREN.

ENTRENTIEN

LEMPLOI DES INSTRUCTIONS DENTRETIEN DOIT TRERSERV AU PERSONNEL FORM AUX OPRATIONSDENTRETIEN. POUR PRVENIR UN CHOC LECTRIQUEDANGEREUX, NE PAS EFFECTUER DENTRETIEN SI L ON NA

PAS T QUALIFI POUR CE FAIRE.ASSISTENZA TECNICA

LE ISTRUZIONI RELATIVE ALLASSISTENZA SONO PREVISTEESCLUSIVAMENTE PER IL PERSONALE OPPORTUNAMENTEADDESTRATO. PER EVITARE PERICOLOSE SCOSSEELETTRICHE NON EFFETTUARRE ALCUNA RIPARAZIONE AMENO CHE QUALIFICATI A FARLA.

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About This Manual

This manual covers the Bird SA-1700 and SA-1700-P Public Safety SiteAnalyzers.

Changes to This Manual

We have made every effort to ensure this manual is accurate. If youshould discover any errors, or if you have suggestions for improving thismanual, please send your comments to our Solon, Ohio factory. Thismanual may be periodically updated. When inquiring about updates tothis manual refer to the part number and revision level on the title page.

Quick Start and Reference Card

The Quick Start and Reference Card contains minimum operationalsteps and the order they should be performed. Use this manual forreference or if further explanation of any step is required.

Site Analyzer Keys

There are two types of keys on the Site Analyzer. The first type is a hardkey with a particular function. The function is indicated on or next to thekey. Hard key names are set in a bold type, e.g., Press theENTER key.

The second type is a soft key. Each of the soft keys (there are five to theleft of the display), has a corresponding soft key legend which dependson the function selected. The name will be at the left of the display,directly to the right of the corresponding key. Soft key names are set in abold italic type, e.g. Press theSCALE key. Refer to the figure below.

Soft Key

Hard Key

A magnified softkey legend is aninstruction topress the

correspondingsoft key.

Soft Key Legend

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Chapter Layout

Introduction Identifies the parts, functions, and features of the SiteAnalyzer as well as optional equipment available.

Getting Started Provides power up information for the SiteAnalyzer.

Calibration Provides step by step instructions for calibrating theSite Analyzer, which must be done before using Measure Match orFault Location modes.

Measure Match Mode Lists the steps required to make matchmeasurements, as well as providing instructions for all functions

available in Measure Match mode.

Fault Location Mode L ists the steps required to make distance tofault measurements, as well as providing instructions for all functionsavailable in Fault L ocation mode.

Save and Recall Describes how to save, recall, and delete tracesand setups in Measure Match or Fault Location modes.

Measure Power Mode L ists the steps required to make powermeasurements, as well as providing instructions for all functionsavailable in Measure Power mode.

Utilities Describes utilities to set up the Site Analyzer.

Computer Software Provides installation instructions and lists thefeatures of the Bird Site Analyzer PC Software.

Maintenance L ists routine maintenance tasks for the Site

Analyzer, as well as troubleshooting for common problems.Specifications and parts information are also included.

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Table of Contents

Safety Precautions .................................................................................. i

About This Manual ................................................................................ iv

Introduction............................................................................................. 1

Items Supplied . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Items Not Supplied. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Site Analyzer Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Antenna Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Transmitter Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Component Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Connection Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Display Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Getting Started...................................................................................... 11

Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Internal Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11Adapters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

External Battery Pack (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Power Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Self Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

System Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Calibration............................................................................................. 15

Calibration Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15Calibrating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Measure Match Mode ...........................................................................17

Setting the Frequency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Band List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Setting the Scale & Unit of Measure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Auto Scale . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Setting Units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Cable Loss Measurements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Limit Line . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Limit Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Marker Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

Measurement Hold. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Printing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

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Fault Location Mode............................................................................. 33

Setting the Frequency Span . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Setting the Cable Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

Cable List. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38Setting the Distance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Setting Units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Setting the Scale & Unit of Measure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42

Auto Scale . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43

Setting Units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Limit Line . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Limit Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Marker Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48Smooth. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Measurement Hold. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Printing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Save and Recall ....................................................................................53

Save Trace. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Trace Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55

Trace Label Quicktext . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60Trace Label Config. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

Save Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65

Recall Trace. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

Recall Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

Delete Trace . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Delete Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

Measure Power Mode...........................................................................71

Connecting a Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72

Setting the Full Scale Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

Setting the Offset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

Recall Setups. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

Choosing the Displayed Measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

Setting Units. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77

Calibrating the Bird 5011 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78

Utilities................................................................................................... 81Adjust Date and Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82

Return to Defaults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83

FM Modulation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84

Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85

Computer Software .............................................................................. 87

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Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87

Computer Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87

Maintenance..........................................................................................89

Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89

Charging the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90

Battery Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92

Unit Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93

Flash ROM Upgrade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .94

Customer Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95

Parts List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95

Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96Optional Equipment Available . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101

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Chapter 1 Introduction

The Bird Site Analyzer is a multifunction testinstrument for use in installation and maintenance ofwireless systems.

Antenna systems are tested by using a Site Analyzerto measure match conditions. Data is graphed at 238points across a user-specified frequency band ordistance range. Transmitter systems are tested by

using a Site Analyzer and a Bird power sensor tomeasure RF power. Data is displayed as power ormatch efficiency, depending on the sensor.

Items Supplied

1. Site Analyzer2. Soft-Sided Carrying Case

3. PCTool Software4. AC Power Adapter5. Automobile Cigarette Lighter Adapter6. 9-Pin Serial Communications Cable7. Instruction Manual (Not Shown)8. Quick Start and Reference Card (Not Shown)

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Items Not Supplied

! Calibration Combination

! Bird 5010 Directional Power Sensor

! Bird 5011 Terminating Power Sensor

Site Analyzer Features

General

! Easy to operate and field ready for first-time,

occasional, and experienced users.! High-resolution color display.! Field replaceable Li-ion battery.! Automatic power down conserves battery life.! Operates in temperatures as low as 14F (10C)

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Antenna Test

! Rejects on-channel interfering signals to +13 dBm.! Stores up to 12 setups.

! Adjustable pass/fail limit l ine with visual indicator.! Stores up to 250 sets of measurement data in raw

format to facilitate conversion between MeasureMatch (Sweep) and Fault Location (DTF).

! On-screen comparison between currentmeasurement and stored data no PC required.

! Pop-up menus contain over 70 cable types and 30frequency band presets.

! X and Y scales and units are user adjustable.! Dual measurement markers and one difference

marker.! Measurement hold to temporarily store a trace.! Printing capability. The Bird Site Analyzer is

compatible with all printers that use HP PCLLevel 3, including most HP printers.

MeasureMatch Mode

! Fast swept measurement.! Frequency can be set using either Start/Stop or

Center/Span frequencies.! Measurement units can be either return loss [dB],

cable loss [dB], or VSWR [ratio].

FaultLocation

Mode

! Transform Algorithm - Fast Fourier Transform(FFT) with three levels of smoothing.

! Distance units can be either feet or meters.

! Measurement units can be either return loss [dB] orVSWR [ratio].

Transmitter Test

MeasurePower Mode

! Numerical readout and analog dial.! Can display either forward power, reflected power,

or match efficiency depending on the sensor.! Power measurement units can be either Watts or

dBm. Match units can be either VSWR, return loss,or % match efficiency.

! Compatible with the Bird Directional Power Sensor,Terminating Power Sensor, VSWR Alarms, andBroadcast Power Monitors.

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Component Description

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

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1. Soft Keys Activates the function described directly to theright of the key.

2. Mode Keys

Mode Activates the mode menu. This menu allows theuser to select Measure Match, Fault Location,Measure Power, or Utilities modes.

Config Activates the configuration menu for the currentmode. This menu provides access to the variablemeasurement parameters (e.g. frequency band,distance, and units).

Calibrate Activates the calibration menu.

Marker Activates the marker menu. This menu allowsthe user to turn markers on or off and to move theactive marker.

3. Numeric Keys Enters numeric data into the selected item, or asdefined by the function description.

4. Escape Key

During:

Menu Selection Backs up one menu level.

Data Entry Exits data entry without changing the value.

5. Enter KeyDuring

List Selection Selects the highlighted item in the list.

Data Entry Exits data entry, changing the value.

6. Cursor Keys

Left ArrowDuring:

Data Entry Deletes previously entered data one character ata time.

Marker Control Moves active marker left one point at a time.

All other times As defined by the function description.

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Right ArrowDuring:

Marker Control Moves active marker right one point at a time.


Up ArrowDuring:

Data Entry Increases the numeric value.

Marker Control Moves the marker to the maximum trace value.

While pressingthe contrast key Increases the display contrast.


Down ArrowDuring:

Data Entry Decreases the numeric value.

Marker Control Moves the marker to the minimum trace value.While pressingthe contrast key

Decreases the display contrast.


7. Battery LED The yellow LED lights when the unit is poweredby an external dc power source. When chargingthe internal battery pack, the yellow LED blinks.Once the battery is fully charged the yellow LEDstops blinking.

The green LED lights whenever the unit is on.

8. Contrast Key Hold while pressing the up/down arrow keys toadjust the contrast of the display.

9. l/0 (On/Off) Turns the instrument on and off. The key must bepressed for at least one-half () second.

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Connection Description

AntennaTest Port

ParallelPrinter Port

Computer PortRemote Power Sensor

DC Input

CAUTION+22 dBm max. input

Do not apply RF power to Antenna Test Port. Exceeding the maxi-mum input will damage the Site Analyzer.

Antenna Test Port Standard N-type female connector. Use aphase-stable armored cable to connectthe Site Analyzer to the antenna.

Optional Test Port Extension Cables and

adapters are listed in the AccessoryGuide Brochure.

Parallel Printer Port 25-pin (DB25) parallel connector.Connect the Site Analyzer to a HP-typeinkjet printer. The cable is not included.

Computer/Power Sensor Port 9-pin RS-232 (DB9) serial connector.9600 baud, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, noparity, and no handshake. Connect the

Site Analyzer to a PC serial port or toBird power sensors.

DC Input Input for external power supplies. Plugeither the ac power supply or thecigarette lighter adapter into the dcinput. The external supplies operate theunit and charge the internal battery.

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Display Description

MeasureMatch

SampleDisplay

M2

M11.70

33.00 33.18MHz

1.00

V

SWR

000, ABC, 01-JAN-2001 12:01

Measure Match Mode

Save/Recall

AutoScale

LimitTest Off

Run

Print

M1: 33.12 MHz

M2: 33.07 MHz

M: 0.05 MHz

1.64

1.20

0.44

Calibration: Full

Limit: 1.43

FAIL

1 8

2 3 4 5

7

6

FaultLocationSampleDisplay

0.0 Meters 18.2

Fault Location Mode

Calibration: Full

1.70

1.00

VSWR

Save/Recall

AutoScale

LimitTest On

Run

Print

9 14

10 11 12

13

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1. Trace Graphic display of the measurement.

2. Calibration Indicator Indicates the calibration status.

3. Limit Line Value Indicates the limit value.

4. Limit Test Indicator Displays FAI L if any part of the traceexceeds the limit value.

5. Limit Line A horizontal line that graphicallydisplays the limit value.

6. Marker Value Indicates the position and value of atrace point.

7. Marker Cursor Identifies the trace point displayed inthe marker value.

8. Recalled Name Indicates the name of a recalled trace.

9. Soft Key Description Describes the function of the soft key tothe left of the description.

10. Indicator Ball Indicates if the trace is sweeping.

11. Scale Indicates the minimum and maximumvalues displayed on that axis.

12. Units Indicates the measurement units forthat axis.

13. Battery Gauge Indicates whether the Site Analyzer isusing the internal battery or an externalpower supply, and indicates the amount

of battery life remaining.14. Mode Indicator Name of the current mode.

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MeasurePower

SampleDisplay

Fwd 0.0 Watts

Refl

600.00

Match

0.00 Watts

0.00 Loss(dB)

Measure Power Mode

PwrUnitWatts

Sensor Connected

MatchUnitRtn Loss

DisplayFwd

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

1. Sensor Status Indicates the connection status of thepower sensor.

2. Primary Measurement Identifies the measurement displayed onthe analog dial.

3. Primary Value Numeric display of the primary value.

4. Measurement Scale Indicates the dials full scale.

5. Dial Graphic display of the primarymeasurement.

6. Secondary Measurements Identifies measurements not displayedon the dial.

7. Secondary Value Numeric display of secondary values.

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Chapter 2 Getting Started

Power Supply

InternalBattery

The Bird Site Analyzer has an internal, rechargeable,lithium-ion battery pack. This will operate the unit fora minimum of 3 hours of continuous usage. Rechargingtime, from a full discharge, is approximately 4 hours.

NOTE: When the unit is received the battery may

not be fully charged. An ac adapter should be usedwhen operating the unit for the first time.

The battery gauge indicates the approximate batterylife remaining. At charge the gauge also displaysLO. When using an external power source, a powercord symbol replaces the battery gauge.

Adapters The Bird Site Analyzer can be operated using an ac

adapter or a 12V automobile cigarette lighter adapter.Using these will also charge the internal battery.

ExternalBatteryPack

(Optional)

The SA-BATPAK is an optional external battery pack.This will operate the unit for approximately 2 hours.The liquid acid gel battery will fully charge, from a fulldischarge, in about 6-8 hours.

WARNINGWhen using the ac adapter, only connect the plug to

a properly grounded receptacle. Serious injury ordeath can occur if not properly grounded.

WARNINGThe SA-BATPAK is shipped charged. Be carefulwhen removing the safety cap, 12Vdc @ 2.0 AH/20hour rate can be present inside the receptacle. Do

not touch the inside of the receptacle. The possibilityof an electric shock exists.

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To charge the external battery pack:

1. Plug the automobile cigarette lighter adapterinto the external battery pack on the side thatsays To Battery. Refer to the figure above.

2. Plug the other end of the automobile cigarettelighter adapter into the charger adapter.

3. Plug the ac adapter into the charger adapter.4. Plug the ac adapter into a properly grounded

outlet. The chargers On LED comes on andstays on until the charger is disconnected.

To use the external battery pack with a Site Analyzer:

1. Plug the automobile cigarette lighter adapterinto the adapter of the charged externalbattery pack.

2. Plug the other end of the automobile cigarettelighter adapter into the dc input of the SiteAnalyzer.

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Power Up

On first power up or after a failure set the unit todefault parameters. Refer to Return to Defaults,page 83.

Self Test A self test is run at power up. If the test fails, seeTroubleshooting on page90 for instructions. If theproblem persists, return the unit for service.

The software revision information is displayed duringthe self test, as shown below.

SystemInformation

Have the following system information ready beforeyou begin using the Site Analyzer:

Frequency ex: 33.00 33.18 MHz (emergency band)

Cable Type ex: LDF 7-50A

Approximate Cable Length ex: 300 feet

Transmitter Power ex: 50 W

Model SA-1700, 25 - 1700 MHz

SN: 00000000

Copyright 1998 - 2002 by Bird Electronic Corporation

25 Nov 2002

WARNINGThis equipment should not be connected to anantenna or operated during a storm that has the

potential to produce lightning. The possibility existsfor electrical shock.

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Chapter 3 Calibration

Calibration Accessories

Calibration Combination including:

! One 50 ohm load! One Open standard! One Short standard

Test Cable (optional) Phase-stable for reliable,consistent results.

NOTE: If a test cable is used to connect the BirdSite Analyzer to the system under test, attach thestandards to the end of the test cable duringcalibration.

Calibrating NOTE: For best results, calibrate the Site Analyzer

immediately before taking measurements.

Press keyfrom eitherMeasureMatch or

FaultLocation

mode

825.00 MHz 841.00

Calibration Mode

Calibration: Off

1.70

1.00

VSWR

Open

Short

Load

Cal Done

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! Press the CALIBRATE key.! Attach the open standard.

Press the OPEN key.Wait for a beep and for the trace to scroll beforecontinuing.

! Attach the short standard.Press the SHORT key.Wait for a beep and for the trace to scroll beforecontinuing.

! Attach the load standard.Press the LOAD key.Wait for a beep and for the trace to scroll beforecontinuing.

! Press the CAL DONE key. New coefficients arecalculated. The Site Analyzer is now calibrated.

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Chapter 4 Measure Match Mode

This measurement verifies and monitors the matchconditions in the antenna system at variousfrequencies. The results are shown on an x-y graph.Frequency is shown on the x-axis while return loss,cable loss, or VSWR is shown on the y-axis.

NOTE: For best results, set the frequency andcalibrate the Site Analyzer immediately before

taking measurements.

Press theMode key

Press fromSelect Mode

Calibration: OFF

25.00 MHz 1700.00

99.99

1.00

VSWR

Measure Match Mode

Save/Recall

AutoScale

LimitTest OFF

HOLD

Print

MeasureMatch

FaultLocation

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Setting the Frequency

Frequencies can be set manually or chosen from a listof presets. I f the start, stop, center, or span ismanually changed, the band will become Custom.

NOTE: Changing the frequency settings willautomatically turn calibration off. Always setthe frequency before calibrating the unit.

NOTE: If a frequency outside of the SiteAnalyzers range is entered, the units minimum or

maximum frequency will be set instead.

Press fromMeasure

Match Mode

Press todisplay thefrequency

settings

Measure Match Mode

Start: MHzStop: 1700.00 MHz

25.00 Center: 862.50 MHzSpan: 1675.00 MHz

Band List: Custom

25.00MHz

1700.00

99.99

1.00

VSWR

Freq

Scale

LimitLine

CableLoss

Freq

Scale

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Band List The band list pop-up menu contains frequency bandpresets. Using a preset is quick, easy, and sets testparameters while eliminating a possible source of

operator error.

Scroll toStart, Stop,

Center, orSpan

Enter a newvalue

Measure Match Mode



Band List: Custom

1500.00 MHz 1700.00

99.99

1.00

VSWR

Freq

Scale

LimitLine

CableLoss

Scroll toBand List

Measure Match Mode

Start: 25.00 MHzStop: 1700.00 MHz

Center: 862.50 MHzSpan: 1675.00 MHz

Band List: Custom

25.00 MHz 1700.00

99.99

1.00

VSWR

Freq

Scale

LimitLine

CableLoss

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Display theband list

and select afrequency

band

Band Start Stop

Low

Fire

Police

Emergency

Police

Police

Emergency

25.00

30.00

33.40

37.00

37.86

39.00

42.00

33.00

1700.00

54.00

33.62

37.46

38.00

40.00

42.94

33.18

Measure Match Mode

Freq

Scale

LimitLine

CableLoss

Activate theselected

band

Measure Match Mode

33.00 33.18MHz

99.99

1.00

VSWR


Center: 33.09 MHzSpan: 0.18 MHz

Band List: Emergency

Freq

Scale

LimitLine

CableLoss

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Setting the Scale & Unit of Measure

The display scale can be set manually or by using AutoScale. The display can have units of return loss [dB],cable loss [dB], or VSWR [ratio].

Press fromMeasure

Match Mode

Press todisplay the

scalesettings 25.00 MHz 1700.00

99.99

1.00

VSWR

Measure Match Mode

Freq

Scale

LimitLine

Cable

Loss

Min:

Max: 99.99

1.00 Auto Scale

Units: VSWR

Freq

Scale

Scroll to Minor Max

Enter a newvalue

25.00 MHz 1700.00

99.99

10.00

VSWR

Measure Match Mode

Freq

Scale

LimitLine

CableLoss

Min:

Max: 99.99

10.00 Auto Scale

Units: VSWR

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Auto Scale Auto Scale automatically sets the display scale so thatthe entire trace is displayed.

Auto Scale can also be activated from the main screen.

Scroll toAuto Scale

ActivateAuto Scale

Measure Match Mode

Min: 1.00

Max: 99.99

Auto Scale

Units: VSWR

25.00 MHz 1700.00

1.00

VSWR

1.70Freq

Scale

Limit

Line

CableLoss

Press from

MeasureMatch Mode

Save/Recall

AutoScale

Calibration: OFF

25.00 MHz 1700.00

99.99

1.00

VSWR

Measure Match Mode

Save/Recall

AutoScale

LimitTest OFF

HOLD

Print

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SettingUnits

Scroll toUnits

Min: 1.00

Max: 99.99

Auto Scale

Units: VSWR

Measure Match Mode

25.00 MHz 1700.00

99.99

1.00

VSWR

Freq

Scale

LimitLine

CableLoss

Display theunits list

and selectVSWR,

Cable Loss,

orReturn Loss

Min: 1.00

Max: 99.99

Auto Scale

Units: VSWR

Measure Match Mode

25.00 MHz 1700.00

99.99

1.00

VSW

R

Freq

Scale

LimitLine

CableLoss

Units

VSWR

Cable Loss

Rtn Loss

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Activate theselectedunit

0.0

-60.0

RtnLoss(dB)

25.00 MHz 1700.00

Measure Match Mode

Freq

Scale

LimitLine

Cable

Loss

Min: -60.0 dB

Max: 0.0 dB

Auto Scale

Units: Rtn Loss

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Cable Loss Measurements

To measure cable loss, the cable being tested shouldhave an open on the far end.

Press fromMeasure

Match Mode

Press toactivate

Cable Loss

Measure Match Mode

Cable Loss Mode

Calibration: OFF

0.0

-60.0

CableLoss(d

B)

25.00 MHz 1700.00

Freq

Scale

LimitLine

CableLoss

Press todeactivate

Cable Loss

Measure Match Mode

0.0

-60.0

RtnLoss(dB)

Calibration: OFF

25.00 MHz 1700.00

Freq

Scale

LimitLine

CableLoss

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Limit Line

The limit line is an option that helps you see a failure.It appears as a horizontal line at the limit line value.

Press fromMeasure

Match Mode

Press todisplay the

limit linevalue

Enter a newvalue

Measure Match Mode

Limit Line: 1.43

25.00 MHz 1700.00

99.99

1.00

VSWR

Freq

Scale

LimitLine

CableLoss

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Limit Test

Limit Test compares the trace to the limit line.

Test Off disables the comparison and the pass/failindicator.

Test On enables the comparison. I f all of the trace isbelow the limit value, PASS is displayed at thebottom of the screen. I f any part of the trace exceedsthe limit value, that portion is displayed in red andFAIL is displayed at the bottom of the screen.

Test Audio as Test On. In addition, the SiteAnalyzer will beep if any part of the trace exceeds thelimit value.

Press fromMeasure

Match Mode

Togglebetween Off,Audio, & On

Measure Match Mode

Save/Recall

AutoScale

LimitTest On

HOLD

Print

Calibration: Full

Limit: 1.43

FAIL

1.70

33.00 33.18MHz

1.00

V

SWR

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Marker Adjustment

Markers indicate VSWR to 0.01, or Return or CableLoss to 0.1 dB. The exact values of M1, M2, and thedelta marker (difference of M1 and M2) are displayedat the bottom of the screen.

NOTE: If M1 was Active, it becomes ON(displayed) when M2 becomes Active.

Press fromMeasure

Match Mode

Togglebetween Off,

On, andActive

Togglebetween Off

and Single

M2

M1

Calibration: Full M1: 33.15 MHz

M2: 33.10 MHz

M: 0.05 MHz

1.40

1.30

0.10

Measure Match Mode

M1Active

M2On

MSingle

1.70

33.00 33.18MHz

1.00

VSWR

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Moveacross the

trace

Locate thehighest

point of the

trace

Locate thelowest pointof the trace

M2

M1


M2: 33.07 MHz

M: 0.05 MHz

1.64

1.20

0.44

Measure Match Mode

M1Active

M2

On

MSingle

1.70

33.00 33.18MHz

1.00

VSWR

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Measurement Hold

Measurement Hold stops tracing at the end of thecurrent measurement and displays the last measure-ment result. I t is active when a lock appears in theindicator ball.

Press fromMeasure

Match Mode

TogglebetweenRun and

Hold

Measure Match Mode

Save/Recall

AutoScale

LimitTest Off

Run

Print

Calibration: Full

1.70

33.00 33.18MHz

1.00

VSWR

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Printing

The Bird Site Analyzer can print the informationdisplayed on the screen to any HP Deskjet printer thatsupports the PCL Level 3 protocol.

Press fromMeasureMatch Mode

Prints theinformation

on thescreen

M2

M11.70

33.00 33.18MHz

1.00

VSWR

Measure Match Mode


M2: 33.07 MHz

M: 0.05 MHz

1.64

1.20

0.44

Save/Recall

AutoScale

LimitTest Off

Run

Print

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Chapter 5 Fault Location Mode

This measurement identifies the position of impedancediscontinuities (faults) within the antenna/feedersystem. The measurement results are displayed on anx-y graph. Distance from the Site Analyzer is shownon the x-axis, while relative magnitude of thediscontinuity is shown on the y-axis.

NOTE: For best results, set the frequency span,

the cable type, and calibrate the Site Analyzerimmediately before taking measurements.

Press theMode key

Press fromSelect Mode 0.0 Meters 18.2

Fault Location Mode

Calibration: Full

1.70

1.00

VSWR

Save/Recall

AutoScale

LimitTest On

Run

Print

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Setting the Frequency Span

The frequency span and relative propagation velocitydetermine the maximum distance at which distance-to-fault measurements can be taken. For best results,use the table below to select the frequency span whichmatches the length and propagation velocity of thecable under test.

NOTE: Changing the frequency settings willautomatically turn calibration off. Always setthe frequency before calibrating the unit.

Table 1: Fault Location Distance and Resolution

VelocityPercentage

66 % 88 %

Freq Span(MHz)

Distance Resolution Distance Resolution

m ft cm in m ft cm in

25 938.5 999.9 396.0 50.6 999.9 999.9 421.9 50.6

50 469.3 999.9 198.0 50.6 625.7 999.9 264.0 50.6

75 312.8 999.9 132.0 50.6 417.1 999.9 176.0 50.6

100 234.6 769.8 99.0 39.0 312.8 999.9 132.0 50.6

200 117.3 384.9 49.5 19.5 156.4 513.2 66.0 26.0

300 78.2 256.6 33.0 13.0 104.3 342.1 44.0 17.3

400 58.7 192.5 24.8 9.7 78.2 256.6 33.0 13.0

500 46.9 154.0 19.8 7.8 62.6 205.3 26.4 10.4

600 39.1 128.3 16.5 6.5 52.1 171.1 22.0 8.7

700 33.5 110.0 14.1 5.6 44.7 146.6 18.9 7.4

800 29.3 96.2 12.4 4.9 39.1 128.3 16.5 6.5

900 26.1 85.5 11.0 4.3 34.8 114.0 14.7 5.8

1000 23.5 77.0 9.9 3.9 31.3 102.6 13.2 5.2

1200 19.6 64.2 8.3 3.2 26.1 85.5 11.0 4.3

1400 16.8 55.0 7.1 2.8 22.3 73.3 9.4 3.7

1600 14.7 48.1 6.2 2.4 19.6 64.2 8.3 3.2

1675 14.0 46.0 5.9 2.3 18.7 61.3 7.9 3.1

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For example, for a cable with a dielectric constant of2.296, the velocity percentage is 66%. I f the cable is100 feet long, then the Site Analyzer should be set to afrequency span of 700 MHz. The resolution of thegraph will be 5 inches.

Press theMode key


Calibration: OFF

25.00 MHz 1700.00

99.99

1.00

VSWR

Measure Match Mode

Save/Recall

AutoScale

LimitTest OFF

HOLD

Print

MeasureMatch

FaultLocation

Press theConfig key

Press todisplay thefrequency

settings

Measure Match Mode



Band List: Custom

25.00 MHz 1700.00

99.99

1.00

VSWR

Freq

Scale

LimitLine

CableLoss

Freq

Scale

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I f you enter a span greater than the current settingsallow, the span will be set to the maximum possiblevalue. In this case, set the center frequency to 862.5

MHz, the center of the SA-1700s range, and try to setthe span again.

Scroll to theSpan value

Enter thevalue from

Table 1

Measure Match Mode


Center: 862.50 MHzSpan: MHz200.00

Band List: Custom

762.50 MHz 962.50

99.99

1.00

VSWR

Freq

Scale

LimitLine

CableLoss

Press theMode key

Press fromSelect Mode 0.0 Meters 30.5

Fault Location Mode

Calibration: OFF

99.99

1.00

VSWR

Save/

Recall

AutoScale

LimitTest On

HOLD

Print
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Setting the Cable Type

The cable type can be set manually or chosen from alist of presets. If the velocity of propagation or loss ismanually changed, the cable will become Custom.

NOTE: Changing the cable type or velocity ofpropagationwill reset the distance scale to themaximum possible distance. Always set the cabletype before setting the distance scale.

Press fromFault

LocationMode

Press todisplay the

cablesettings

Scroll toVelocity of

Propagationor Loss 0.0 Meters 18.2

Fault Location Mode

Vel. Prop.: 0.8800 Cable List: CustomLoss: dB/m0.105

99.99

1.00

VSWR

Distance

Scale

LimitLine

SmoothLow

Cbl Type

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Cable List The cable list pop-up menu contains cable presets.Using a preset is quick, easy, and sets test parameterswhile eliminating a possible source of operator error.

Enter a newvalue

0.0 Meters 18.2

Fault Location Mode

Vel. Prop.: 0.8800 Cable List: CustomLoss: dB/m0.262

99.99

1.00

VSWR

Distance

Scale

LimitLine

SmoothLow

Cbl Type

Scroll toCable Type

Display thecable list

and select acable

Fault Location Mode

Distance

Scale

LimitLine

SmoothLow

Cbl Type

Type Vp@1Ghz Loss

5062

5088

5092

5128

5228

5328

5438

FSJ1-50A

0.8200

0.8800

0.8200

0.8800

0.8800

0.8800

0.8800

0.8400

0.1447

0.1047

0.1089

0.0745

0.0420

0.0312

0.0259

0.1968

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Activate theselectedcable

0.0 Meters 17.0

Fault Location Mode

Vel. Prop.: 0.8200 Cable List:Loss: 0.1447 dB/m

5062

99.99

1.00

VSWR

Distance

Scale

LimitLine

Smooth

Low

Cbl Type

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Setting the Distance

The maximum possible Stop Distance is determinedby the frequency span. (SeeTable 1 on page 34)

Press fromFault

LocationMode

Press todisplay the

distancesettings

Scroll toStart or Stop

0.0 Meters 18.2

Fault Location Mode

Start: 0.0 mStop: m18.2

Units: Meters

99.99

1.00

VSWR

Distance

Scale

Limit

Line

SmoothLow

Cbl Type

Enter a newvalue

0.0 Meters 10.0

Fault Location Mode

Start: 0.0 mStop: m10.0

Units: Meters

99.99

1.00

VSWR

Distance

Scale

Limit

Line

SmoothLow

Cbl Type
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SettingUnits

Scroll toUnits

Display theunits listand selectMeters or

Feet 0.0 Meters 18.2

Fault Location Mode

Start: 0.0 mStop: 18.2 m

Units: Meters

99.99

1.00

VSWR

Distance

Scale

LimitLine

SmoothLow

Cbl Type

Units

Meters

Feet

Activate theselected

unit

0.0 Feet 59.9

Fault Location Mode

Start: 0.0 ftStop: 59.9 ft

Units: Feet

99.99

1.00

VSW

R

Distance

Scale

LimitLine

SmoothLow

Cbl Type

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Setting the Scale & Unit of Measure

The display scale can be set manually or by using AutoScale. The display can have units of return loss [dB] orVSWR [ratio].

Press fromFault

Location

Mode

Press to

display thescalesettings 0.0 Meters 18.2

Fault Location Mode

Min: 1.00Max: 99.99

Auto ScaleUnits: VSWR

99.99

1.00

VSWR

Distance

Scale

LimitLine

SmoothLow

Cbl Type

Scroll to Minor Max

Enter a newvalue

0.0 Meters 18.2

Fault Location Mode

Min: 1.00Max: 1.07


1.07

1.00

VSWR

Distance

Scale

Limit

Line

SmoothLow

Cbl Type

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Auto Scale Auto Scale automatically sets the display scale so thatthe entire trace is displayed.

Auto scale can also be activated from the main screen.

Scroll toAuto Scale

ActivateAuto Scale

0.0 Meters 18.2

Fault Location Mode

Min: 1.00Max: 99.99


1.07

1.00

VSWR

Distance

Scale

Limit

Line

SmoothLow

Cbl Type

Press from

FaultLocationMode

Save/Recall

AutoScale

0.0 Meters 18.2

Fault Location Mode

Calibration: Full

1.70

1.00

VSWR

Save/Recall

AutoScale

LimitTest On

Run

Print

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SettingUnits

Scroll toUnits

0.0 Meters 18.2

Fault Location Mode

Min: 1.00Max: 99.99


99.99

1.00

VSWR

Distance

Scale

LimitLine

SmoothLow

Cbl Type

Display theunits list

and selectVSWR or

Return Loss

0.0 Meters 18.2

Fault Location Mode

Min: 1.00Max: 99.99


99.99

1.00

VSW

R

Distance

Scale

LimitLine

SmoothLow

Cbl Type

MHz

Units

VSWR

Rtn Loss

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Activate theselectedunit

0.0 Meters 18.2

Fault Location Mode

Distance

Scale

LimitLine

Smooth

Low

Cbl Type

0.0

-60.0

RtnLoss(dB)

Min: -60.0 dB

Max: 0.0 dB

Auto Scale

Units: Rtn Loss

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Limit Line

The limit line is an option that helps you see a failure.It appears as a horizontal line at the limit line value.

Press fromFault

LocationMode

Press todisplay the

limit line

value

Enter a newvalue 0.0 Meters 18.2

Fault Location Mode

99.99

1.00

VSWR

Distance

Scale

LimitLine

SmoothLow

Cbl Type

Limit Line: 1.50

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Limit Test

Limit Test compares the trace to the limit l ine.

Test Off disables the comparison and the pass/failindicator.

Test On enables the comparison. I f all of the trace isbelow the limit value, PASS is displayed at thebottom of the screen. I f any part of the trace exceedsthe limit value, that portion is displayed in red andFAIL is displayed at the bottom of the screen.

Test Audio as Test On. In addition, the SiteAnalyzer will beep if any part of the trace exceeds thelimit value.

Press fromFault

LocationMode

Togglebetween Off,Audio, & On

0.0 Meters 18.2

Fault Location Mode

Calibration: Full

Limit: 1.43

FAIL

1.70

1.00

V

SWR

Save/Recall

AutoScale

LimitTest On

HOLD

Print

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Marker Adjustment

Markers indicate VSWR to 0.01, or Return Loss to 0.1dB. The exact values of M1, M2, and the delta marker(difference of M1 and M2) are displayed at the bottomof the screen.

NOTE: If M1 was Active, it becomes ON(displayed) when M2 becomes Active.

Press fromFaul

LocationMode

Togglebetween Off,

On, andActive

Togglebetween Off

and Single

M1Active

M2On

MSingle

0.0 Meters 18.2

Fault Location Mode

Calibration: Full

1.70

1.00

VSWR

M1: 15.3 m

M2: 10.2 m

M: 5.1 m

1.40

1.30

0.10

M2

M1

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Moveacross thetrace

Locate thehighest

point of the

trace

Locate thelowest pointof the trace

M1Active

M2

On

MSingle

0.0 Meters 18.2

Fault Location Mode

Calibration: Full

1.70

1.00

VSWR

M1: 13.1 m

M2: 8.4 m

M: 4.7 m

1.32

1.20

0.12

M2

M1

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Smooth

Smooth is an option that will digitally average thedisplayed trace. Three levels of smooth are available.

Press fromFault

LocationMode

Distance

Scale

LimitLine

SmoothNone

Cbl Type

0.0 Meters 10.0

Fault Location Mode

Calibration: Full

1.70

1.00

VSWR

Togglebetween

None, Low,Medium,and High

Distance

Scale

LimitLine

SmoothHigh

Cbl Type

0.0 Meters 10.0

Fault Location Mode

Calibration: Full

1.70

1.00

VSWR

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Measurement Hold

Measurement Hold stops tracing at the end of thecurrent measurement and displays the last measure-ment result. I t is active when a lock appears in theindicator ball.

Press fromFault

LocationMode

TogglebetweenRun and

Hold

Fault Location Mode

Calibration: Full

1.70

1.00

VSWR

Save/Recall

AutoScale

LimitTest Off

Run

Print

0.0 Meters 18.2

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Printing

The Bird Site Analyzer can print the informationdisplayed on the screen to any HP Deskjet printer thatsupports the PCL Level 3 protocol.

Press fromFaultLocation

Mode

Prints theinformation

on thescreen

Fault Location Mode

Calibration: Full

1.70

1.00

VSWR

Save/Recall

AutoScale

LimitTest Off

Run

Print

0.0 Meters 18.2M1: 13.1 m

M2: 8.4 m

M: 4.7 m

1.32

1.20

0.12

M2

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Chapter 6 Save and Recall

Traces and setups can be stored in nonvolatilememory, along with descriptive labels and a time-datestamp.

Press fromMeasureMatch or

FaultLocation

Mode

Save and Recall

Save

Recall

Label

Setup

Delete

1 of 1:

001 015 ALPHA RX02 05-OCT-2001 11:26Reg Description Date

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Save Trace

Press fromSave and

Recall

The trace is

saved

Save and Recall

Save

Recall

Label

Setup

Delete

2 of 2:

001 015 ALPHA RX02 05-OCT-2001 11:26000 05-OCT-2001 11:26

Reg Description Date

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Trace Label

Press fromSave and

Recall

The Label

menu isdisplayed

Save and Recall

Delete

M

N

Space Shortcuts off. See config/help for details.

O

A D G J M P S V Y .

B E H K N Q T W Z ,

C F I L O R U X / -

: @ # [Space] _ * ( )

QuickText

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EnteringNumbers

I f the numeric shortcuts are off, press a number keyonce to enter a number. I f the numeric shortcuts areon, press the key twice.

EnteringLetters

Delete is always the first softkey. The characters inthe highlighted column can be entered using the othersoftkeys.

Enternumbersusing the

number pad.

Save and Recall

Delete

M

N


O

A D G J M P S V Y .

B E H K N Q T W Z ,

C F I L O R U X / -

: @ # [Space] _ * ( )

QuickText

016

Scroll to acolumn

Press toenter aletter,

symbol, orspace

Save and Recall

Delete

A

B

: Shortcuts off. See config/help for details.

C

A D G J M P S V Y .

B E H K N Q T W Z ,

C F I L O R U X / -

: @ # [Space] _ * ( )

QuickText

016 B

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ChangingLabels

The label

should beRX01,not TX01

Scroll to thetext to bechanged

Save and Recall

Delete

V

W

* Shortcuts off. See config/help for details.

X

A D G J M P S V Y .

B E H K N Q T W Z ,

C F I L O R U X / -

: @ # [Space] _ * ( )

QuickText

016 BETA TX01

OR

Press toreplace the

characterunder the

cursor

Save and Recall

Delete

P

Q


R

A D G J M P S V Y .

B E H K N Q T W Z ,

C F I L O R U X / -

: @ # [Space] _ * ( )

QuickText

016 BETA X01R

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DeletingLabels

Scroll to thetext to be

deleted

Press todelete the

character tothe left of

the cursor

Save and Recall

Delete

V

W


X

A D G J M P S V Y .

B E H K N Q T W Z ,

C F I L O R U X / -

: @ # [Space] _ * ( )

QuickText

016 TX01

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SavingLabels

A complete

label Save and Recall

Delete

V

W


X

A D G J M P S V Y .

B E H K N Q T W Z ,

C F I L O R U X / -

: @ # [Space] _ * ( )

QuickText

016 BETA TX01

Save thelabel

Save and Recall

Save

Recall

Label

Setup

Delete

2 of 2:

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Trace Label Quicktext

Store commonly used label elements in the Quicktextto speed label entry.

ViewQuicktext

If a Quicktext entry is more than 15 characters long,the complete entry will not be shown in the QuickTextcolumn.

From TraceLabel, scroll

past therightmostcolumn to

activateQuicktext

Save and Recall

Select

Add toQtext

Delete

Shortcuts off. See config/help for details.

ViewQText

A D G J M P S V Y .

B E H K N Q T W Z ,

C F I L O R U X / -

: @ # [Space] _ * ( )

QuickText

Press toview the full

Quicktextentry

Save and Recall

Select

Add toQtext

Delete


ViewQText

A D G J M P S V Y .

B E H K N Q T W Z ,

C F I L O R U X / -

: @ # [Space] _ * ( )

QuickText

016 BETA

016 BETA

[Enter]

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CreateQuicktext

Enter text

into thelabel, thenactivate

Quicktext

Save and Recall

Select

Add toQtext

Delete


ViewQText

A D G J M P S V Y .

B E H K N Q T W Z ,

C F I L O R U X / -

: @ # [Space] _ * ( )

QuickText

016 BETA

Press tostore the

labelcontents inQuickText

Save and Recall

Select

Add toQtext

Delete


ViewQText

A D G J M P S V Y .

B E H K N Q T W Z ,

C F I L O R U X / -

: @ # [Space] _ * ( )

QuickText

016 BETA

016 BETA

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UseQuicktext

Scroll to aQuicktext

entry

Save and Recall

Select

Add toQtext

Delete


ViewQText

A D G J M P S V Y .

B E H K N Q T W Z ,

C F I L O R U X / -

: @ # [Space] _ * ( )

QuickText

RXTXBETA

ALPHA

Press toinsert the

Quicktext atthe cursor

Save and Recall

Select

Add toQtext

Delete


ViewQText

A D G J M P S V Y .

B E H K N Q T W Z ,

C F I L O R U X / -

: @ # [Space] _ * ( )

QuickText

RXTX

TX

BETAALPHA

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DeleteQuicktext

Scroll to aQuicktext

entry

Save and Recall

Select

Add toQtext

Delete


ViewQText

A D G J M P S V Y .

B E H K N Q T W Z ,

C F I L O R U X / -

: @ # [Space] _ * ( )

QuickText

RXTXBETA

ALPHA

Press to

delete theQuicktextentry

Save and Recall

Select

Add toQtext

Delete


ViewQText

A D G J M P S V Y .

B E H K N Q T W Z ,

C F I L O R U X / -

: @ # [Space] _ * ( )

QuickText

RXBETA

ALPHA

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Trace Label Config

Label Help Label Help provides instructions for labelling traces.

LabelShortcuts

Enabling shortcuts allow you to select a column bypressing the key corresponding to the column number.When shortcuts are enabled, press the number keyonce to move the column, and twice to enter a number.

Press fromTrace Label

Press todisplay the

help screen

Save and Recall

Help

DisableShortcuts

Done

A D G J M P S V Y .

B E H K N Q T W Z ,

C F I L O R U X / -

: @ # [Space] _ * ( )

QuickText

016 BETA X01T

Use LEFT or RIGHT arrows to select column orUse NUMBER keys to select columnUse SOFTKEYS to enter lettersPress NUMBER keys TWICE to enter digitsUse UP or DOWN arrows to move cursor

Use ENTER or ESC to exit.

[Enter]

Shortcuts on. See config/help for details.

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0

Press fromTrace Label

Togglebetween

Enable andDisable

Save and Recall

Help

DisableShortcuts

Done Shortcuts on. See config/help for details.

QuickText

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0

A D G J M P S V Y .

B E H K N Q T W Z ,

C F I L O R U X / -

: @ # [Space] _ * ( )

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Save Setup

Saving the setup will save the following:

Scale Min Start Frequency Center Frequency

Scale Max Stop Frequency Span Frequency

Start Distance Units Calibration Coeff.

Stop Distance FM Status Limit Line

Press fromSave and

Recall

The Setup

menu isdisplayed

Save and Recall

Save

Recall

Traces

Delete

00 824-849 32 05-OCT-2001 09:01a

Setup Frequency DateTemp

Press tosave thecurrent

setup

Save and Recall

Save

Recall

Traces

Delete

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Recall Trace

When a trace is recalled it is displayed along with thetrace currently being measured. The frequency rangewill be changed to the recalled traces settings. Toremove a recalled trace from the display, press theESCAPE key from the Save and Recall screen.

NOTE: Calibration is automatically turned off ifthe recalled trace has a different frequency range.

From Saveand Recall,

scroll to thetrace to be

recalled

Save and Recall

Save

Recall

Label

Setup

Delete

2 of 2:



OR

The trace isrecalled 825.00 MHz 841.00

Measure Match Mode

Calibration: Full

1.70

1.00

VSWR

Save/Recall

AutoScale

Limit

Test On

Hold

Print

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Recall Setup

NOTE: For best results, calibrate the Site Analyzerimmediately before taking measurements.

Press fromSave and

Recall

The Setupmenu is

displayed

Scroll to thesetup to be

recalled

Save and Recall

Save

Recall

Traces

Delete

00 824-849 32 05-OCT-2001 09:01a01 780-2500 25 23-OCT-2001 11:26a


OR

The setup isrecalled 780.00 MHz 2500.00

Measure Match Mode

Calibration: Full

99.99

1.00

VSWR

Save/Recall

AutoScale

LimitTest On

Hold

Print

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Delete Trace

From Saveand Recall,

scroll to thetrace to be

deleted

Save and Recall

Save

Recall

Label

Setup

Delete

2 of 2:



Press todelete the

trace. Pressagain whenasked Are

You Sure?

Save and Recall

Save

Recall

Label

Setup

Delete

1 of 1:

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Delete Setup

Press fromSave and

Recall

The Setup

menu isdisplayed


deleted

Save and Recall

Save

Recall

Traces

Delete

00 824-849 32 05-OCT-2001 09:01a01 780-2500 25 23-OCT-2001 11:26a


Press todelete the

setup. Pressagain whenasked Are

You Sure?

Save and Recall

Save

Recall

Traces

Delete

00 824-849 32 05-OCT-2001 09:01a


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Chapter 7 Measure Power Mode

NOTE: Power measurement is only available withthe SA-1700-P. To upgrade a standard SA-1700,please contact Customer Service.

This measurement verifies and monitors the conditionof the transmitter system. Up to three measurementvalues can be simultaneously displayed, depending onthe sensor. One measurement is also displayed on an

analog dial.For best results with element-based sensors, connectthe sensor and enter the power rating of the forwardelement before taking any readings.

Press theMode key


Warning:

Do not apply power to the RF test port.An external sensor is required tomeasure RF power.

Measure Power Mode

PwrUnitWatts

Waiting for Sensor...

CAUTION

When using a Bird 5011, do not exceed 2 W averageor 125 W peak power for 5 s. Doing so will renderthe sensor inoperative.

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Connecting a Sensor

The antenna test port is only used for testingunpowered systems. For power measurement, anexternal power sensor connected to the Remote PowerSensor Port must be used.

Connect the Bird Site Analyzer to power sensors usingthe built-in serial port, labeled Remote Power Sensor(see Connection Description on page 7). A 9 pin serialcable should be used. When a sensor is properlyconnected to the Site Analyzer, the sensor statusmessage will change from Waiting for Sensor toSensor Connected and the warning message will bereplaced by the main display.

CAUTION

+22 dBm max. inputDo not apply RF power to Antenna Test Port. Exceed-ing the maximum input will damage the Site Analyzer.

A sensor isproperly

connected

Fwd 0.0 Watts

Refl

600.00

Match

0.00 Watts

0.00 Loss(dB)

Measure Power Mode

PwrUnitWatts

Sensor Connected

MatchUnitRtn Loss

DisplayFwd

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Setting the Full Scale Power

The Bird Site Analyzer will automatically set the fullscale power for sensors that do not use elements. Forelement-based sensors, enter the power listed on theforward element. The reflected elements power ratingshould be 10% of the forward elements.

Press fromMeasure

Power Mode

Scroll to FullScale

Enter theforwardelement

power

Fwd 0.000 KWatts

Offset

1.20

FullScale

Measure Power ModeConfiguration Screen

RecallSetups

0.00 dB

1000.00 Watts

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Setting the Offset

To read unattenuated power when using a coupler orattenuator, enter (in dB) the attenuation or couplingfactor. To convert percentages to dB, use the equation:

Attenuation(dB) = 10 x Log10[Attenuation(%) / 100]

Press from

MeasurePower Mode

Scroll toOffset

Enter thenew value

Fwd 0.00 KWatts

Offset

24.00

FullScale


RecallSetups

16.00 dB

500.00 Watts

The offset isdisplayed atthe bottomof the main

display

Esc

Fwd 0.00 KWatts

Refl

24.00

Match

0.00 Watts

0.00 Loss(dB)

Measure Power Mode

PwrUnitKWatts

Sensor Connected

MatchUnitRtn Loss

DisplayFwd

Offset 16.00 dB

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Recall Setups

Power measurement setups can be created using theBird Site Analyzer PCTool Software, then stored inthe Site Analyzers nonvolatile memory. These setupsstore both the offset and full scale power.

Press fromMeasure

Power Mode

Press to

display thePowerSetup menu

Measure Power ModeSelect Power Setup

Recall

Name Offset Scale

Setup1

Dflt1

Dflt2

Dflt3

Dflt4

Dflt5Dflt6

Dflt7

16.00

0.00

0.00

0.00

0.00

0.000.00

0.00

1000.00 W

500.00 W

500.00 W

500.00 W

500.00 W

500.00 W500.00 W

500.00 W


recalled

The setup isrecalled

Fwd 0.00 KWatts

Offset

50.00

FullScale


RecallSetups

16.00 dB

1000.00 Watts

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Choosing the Displayed Measurement

The primary display shows one value on the largenumerical display and the dial. Other measurementsare displayed numerically below the dial.

NOTE: When using a terminating power sensor,only forward power can be measured. Reflectedpower and match will not be displayed.

Togglebetween

Fwd, Refl,and Match

Match 0.00 Loss (dB)

Fwd

0.00

Refl

0.0 Watts

0.00 Watts

Measure Power Mode

PwrUnitWatts

Sensor Connected

MatchUnitRtn Loss

DisplayMatch

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Setting Units

Togglebetween

Watts anddBm

Togglebetween

VSWR,

ReturnLoss, andMatch

Efficiency

Fwd -30.00 dBm

Refl

58.00

Match

-30.00 dBm

2.00 VSWR

Measure Power Mode

PwrUnitdBm

Sensor Connected

MatchUnitVSWR

DisplayFwd

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Calibrating the Bird 5011

The Bird 5011 is a highly accurate terminating powersensor. Over time, the sensors zero value (readingwith no applied RF power) can drift, making allreadings inaccurate by this value. For example, if thezero value is 2 W, measuring a 5 mW signal willgive a reading of 4.998 mW, a 0.04% error. Measuringa 50 W signal will give a reading of 48W, a 4%error. To keep this drift from causing a significanterror, rezero the sensor as necessary.

NOTE: For best results, make sure the sensor hasbeen connected to the Site Analyzer and the SAturned on for at least 5 minutes. Do not apply RF

power to the sensor during calibration.

CAUTION

When using a Bird 5011, do not exceed 2 W averageor 125 W peak power for 5 s. Doing so will renderthe sensor inoperative.

Press fromMeasure

Power Mode

Press tobegin the

calibration

Fwd 0.00 mWatts

Offset

12.00

FullScale


RecallSetups

0.00 dB

0.01 Watts

Calibrate5011This will take about 45seconds to complete. Doyou wish to continue?

[Enter/Esc]

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Press to thewarning Fwd 0.00 mWatts

Offset

12.00

FullScale


Recall

Setups

0.00 dB

0.01 Watts

Calibrate5011

WARNINGDo not disconnect sensoruntil cal is complete.

Wait forcalibration

to finish

Fwd 0.00 mWatts

Offset

12.00

FullScale


RecallSetups

0.00 dB

0.01 Watts

Calibrate5011

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Chapter 8 Utilities

These utilities adjust the Bird Site Analyzers dateand time, return the unit to default settings, or checkthe printer status.

Press the

Mode key

Press from

Select Mode

Utility Mode

Rtn To

Defaults

FM Mod

Printer

System

Model SA-1700, 25 - 1700 MHz

SN: 00000000

25 Nov 2002

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Adjust Date and Time

Press todisplay the

systemsettings

Current Date / Time:12 - - 2001 12:05 pDEC

Utility Mode

Rtn ToDefaults

FM Mod

Printer

System

Model SA-1700, 25 - 1700 MHz

SN: 00000000

25 Nov 2002

Scrollthrough thedate & time

Change thedate or time

Current Date / Time:12 - - 2002 12:05 pFEB

Utility Mode

Rtn ToDefaults

FM Mod

Printer

System

Model SA-1700, 25 - 1700 MHz

SN: 00000000

25 Nov 2002

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Return to Defaults

All settings will be returned to the factory presets.Saved traces and setups will not be affected. Thisfunction should be used after a unit failure and on firstpower up.

Press toreturn all

settings tofactorypresets

Return to defaults executed.

Utility Mode

Rtn ToDefaults

FM Mod

Printer

System

Model SA-1700, 25 - 1700 MHz

SN: 00000000

25 Nov 2002

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FM Modulation

The Bird Site Analyzer uses FM modulation toimprove its immunity to interfering signals. Undercertain circumstances, such as while making cable lossor other high reflection measurements with longcables, FM modulation may reduce signal quality. Inthat case, the modulation should be turned off.

! FM modulation is on by default, and will be turnedback on whenever the unit is reset to defaults.

! FM modulation is automatically turned off while

the unit is in Cable Loss Mode and returned to itsprevious state on exiting Cable Loss Mode.! Saving a setup saves the status of the modulation.

Togglebetween ON

and OFF

FM Mod

Rtn ToDefaults

FM Modulation ON

Utility Mode

Rtn ToDefaults

FM Mod

Printer

System

Model SA-1700, 25 - 1700 MHzSN: 00000000

25 Nov 2002

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Printer

The Bird Site Analyzer is compatible all printers thatuse HP PCL Level 3, including most HP printers.

When a printer error occurs, this screen will displayan error message describing the printer problem.

Press todisplay the

printerstatus

Printer: GenericStatus: OK

HP Ink Jet Printer

Utility Mode

Rtn To

Defaults

FM Mod

Printer

System

Model SA-1700, 25 - 1700 MHz

SN: 00000000

25 Nov 2002

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Chapter 9 Computer Software

The Bird Site Analyzer Software is designed to helpyou use the Site Analyzer more effectively. Thesoftware enables use of a PC for archiving andanalyzing measurement data.

Features

! Multiple Document I nterface - allows any numberof trace documents to be open simultaneously.

! Intelligent drag-and-drop automatically convertstraces to a common scale for precise and reliablecomparisons.

! Documents can be viewed in the frequency ordistance domains, or as a Smith chart.

! Data values can be read off the status bar as themouse is moved along the trace.

! Compatible with other cable and antenna testersincluding the Bird AT Series. NOTE: The Bird Site Analyzer and PCTool

software are not compatible with trace data fromthe Anritsu Site Master.

! Automatic cursor calibration maintains accuratereadouts of trace data even if the x-axis changes.

! Supports long file names for easy identification.

Computer Requirements

To install and run the software, your computer systemmust meet the following requirements:

! Windows 95 or later! 486 or better microprocessor running enhanced

mode (66 MHz or better recommended)! 1 MB of free memory! Hard disk with 3 MB of free space! 1.44 MB Floppy Drive

NOTE: For more instructions refer to the help filesincluded with the software.

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Chapter 10 Maintenance

Cleaning

Only clean the Site Analyzer with a soft cloth

dampened with mild detergent and water. Do not useany other type of cleaning solution.

Charging the Battery

The internal battery pack is charged while the SiteAnalyzer is connected to the ac adapter or theautomobile cigarette lighter adapter. Recharging time,

from a full discharge, is approximately 4 hours.

CAUTIONHarsh or abrasive detergents, and some solvents,

can damage the display unit and labels.

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Troubleshooting

Any service procedure not covered in this manualshould be referred to an authorized service facility.

Locate the problem, review the possible causes, andperform the action listed. If the problem is notcorrected, give us a call or return the unit for service.

Problem Possible Cause Possible Correction

Unit will not power up Battery pack drained Charge the battery pack.

Battery pack unable tokeep a charge

Replace the battery pack.

AC adapter is notsecurely connected or isdamaged

Securely connect the acadapter to the unit.

Replace the ac adapter.

No power supplied at thewall receptacle.

Restore power to the wallreceptacle.

Self test fails Error condition Turn the unit off and thenback on. I f the problempersists, return the unitfor service.

Date and time appear,hiding the display

Internal error Press Mode, Utility, andthen Escape.

Fault Location trace

appears incorrect

Scale too large Press Auto Scale to make

the scale is small enough.

Incorrect cable loss orvelocity of propagation

Check the cable loss andVp settings.

Erratic antenna testmeasurements

Bad calibration combo Use a different calibrationcombo.

Soft Key One beepswhen pressed without

actually performingany function.

Context switchingoperations taking place

Wait for screen changes tocomplete before pressing

keys.

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Keys do not respond Unit is Locked Up Turn the unit off and thenback on.

Perform a full systeminitialization. Disconnectthe AC adapter, hold downthe Contrast key and turnthe unit off. Turn the unitback on.

Limit line disappears

in Fault LocationMode. The limit valueis valid, the test isperformed andreported, the failingportion of the trace isdrawn in red.

Limit line not drawing Turn the limit line off and

then back on.

Recalled fault locationtrace is invalid.

No fault locationmeasurement made

since last full systeminitialization (holdingdown the Contrast keywhile turning the unitOff).

Change to Measure MatchMode and then back to

Fault Location Mode.

Unit beeps and turnsoff.

Internal error Turn the unit back on andcontinue.

Unit is unable to print.Error is displayedafter pressingPRINT.

Printer error Check the error conditionin Utility Mode (Mode,Utility, Printer). Correctthe error.

Trace drifts outside ofspecifications

Calibration lost Calibrate the unitimmediately beforemaking a measurement.

Problem Possible Cause Possible Correction

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Battery Replacement

! Lay the Site Analyzer, display side down, on a cleansurface.

! Remove the four screws and the battery cover. Referto the figure below.

NOTE: Check the direction of the notch in thebattery cover. I t is important to replace the coverthe same way it was removed.

! Disconnect and remove the old battery pack fromthe battery compartment.

NOTE: Do not tear the protective label coveringthe EPROM and Reset access. Hold the wirescoming from the unit while disconnecting thebattery.

! Install the new battery. Make sure the wires arefirmly connected.

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Place the battery in the battery compartment. Makesure the battery is flat in the compartment, and willnot damage any wires when the cover is installed.

! Replace the battery cover and the screws.

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Unit Reset

! Lay the Site Analyzer, display side down, on a cleansurface.

! Remove the battery. Follow the instructions inBattery Replacement, page 92.

! Remove the label covering the Reset and EPROMaccess. Refer to the figure on the previous page.

! Press the Reset button with a nonconductiveinstrument.

! Place a new label over the Reset and EPROM accessarea.

! Replace the battery and battery cover. Follow thedirections in Battery Replacement, page 92.

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Flash ROM Upgrade

The Site Analyzer uses flash-programmable ROM. I tis not necessary to replace the EPROM to upgrade thefirmware.

NOTE: The update process will erase the memoryof the Site Analyzer, including all saved traces andsetups. Use the PC software to save all traces to aPC before updating the flash ROM.

! Install the FlashLoader program on a PC.

! Turn off the Site Analyzer and disconnect theexternal power supply.! Connect the PC to the Site Analyzers serial port

with the supplied serial cable.! Run the FlashLoader and click the Begin button.

The status will change to Waiting to Connect.! Connect the Site Analyzer to the power supply. The

green LED on the SA will turn on and the FlashUpdater will display Connected.

! Select the data file (e.g. 04May2001.sre) and clickOpen.

! Select Yes to accept the warning and update theflash, or No if you do not want to proceed.

! The update process takes 3 to 5 minutes. After thisthe Site Analyzer will beep several times, the greenpower LED will turn off and the amber chargingLED will start blinking.

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Customer Service

I f you need to return the unit for any reason, contactthe Bird Service Center for a return authorization. Allinstruments returned must be shipped prepaid and tothe attention of Bird Service Center.

ServiceFacility

Bird Service Center

30303 Aurora RoadCleveland (Solon), Ohio 44139-2794Phone: (440) 519-2298Fax: (440) 519-2326

E-mail: [email protected]

SalesFacilities

For the location of the Sales Office nearest you, give usa call or visit our Web site at:

http:/ / www.bird-electronic.com

Parts List

Part Name Part Number

Site Analyzer - Complete

With Power MeasurementWithout Power Measurement

SA-1700-PSA-1700

AC adapter (15 Vdc output) 5A2436

Automobile cigarette lighteradapter

5A2238-2

Soft Carrying case 7002A850

9-pin Serial interface cable 5A2264-09-MF-10

PC interface software kit 7002A844

Instruction manual 920-7002A170S

Internal Battery Pack 5A2431
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