Bird Technologies 61-89A User Manual

RescueLine Signal Booster

800 MHz Series

Bird Technologies, TX RX Systems Brand RescueLine Signal Booster, the rst signal-booster system that fully
complies with the IFC 2009 and NFPA 1 2009 codes which makes it the state-of-the-art electronic lifeline for
rst responders inside a building.

To comply with the new International Fire Code and National Fire Protection Association (IFC/NFPA) standards,
the Bird RescueLine delivers on a key objective: ensuring that rst responders have reliable radio communications
in large structures. It features a 24-hour battery back-up and an alarm interface providing all ve required
alarm conditions, including antenna system failure (up or down link) and 70-percent low battery. The Bird
RescueLine is compatible with standard re-alarm panels.

PROBLEMS } SOLUTIONS

Must be compliant with IFC/NFPA Codes

} NEMA 4 cabinets

} Signal booster malfunction alarm

} AC/DC fail alarm

} Low battery alarm

} Antenna Circuit malfunction

} Supervised alarm Circuits

} Fire alarm compatability

} 24 hour battery option

APPLICATIONS

Valued for its ability to allow public-safety personnel to communicate
during critical events even while power is unavailable.

Delivers life-critical in-building radio communications in challenging
environments.

RescueLine Signal Booster

800 MHz Series

Output Level Control (OLC) Circuit Monitors and Controls RF
Output Power

Maintains maximum required output power while preventing
damage and excessive emissions per FCC requirements

Easy-to-read LED bar graph

Unique OLC DataLog feature facilitates system maintenance and
optimization

Decoupled RF Test Points For Simplied Service

Allow fast system measurements in both uplink and downlink directions

Monitor signals for performance optimization

Integrated design facilitates non-intrusive measurements

Secure, Non-Vented NEMA Enclosure Suitable for Extreme
Indoor and Outdoor Environments

Setup is Performed Through a User Friendly Interface

No Tools Required

Optional Features Available

Comm Card II for remote communications and control

Fiber optic link interface*

Redundant PA conguration*

-48 VDC input*

DC Backup Interface Accepts +24 to +27 VDC and optional

-48 VDC

Microprocessor Controlled Fault Monitoring and Alarming
Ensures Reliable Operation and Flexible Conguration

Control system continuously monitors parameters including voltage,
current, temperature and OLC activity

LEDs on each module quickly annunciate source of fault

Simple, back-lit liquid crystal display (LCD) and switch control

Fault triggers annunciation on panel, alarm contact closure and
internal recording of failed subsystem

Card Cage Modularity

Easy “slide-in” replacement process

Facilitates ease of service and system conguration

*Contact Factory for these models

High Performance Bandpass Filters

Congured to customer requirements and addresses many specications
requiring custom passbands

Models available with passbands that range from 3 MHz (NPSPAC with excellent
out-of-band rejection) to 18 MHz for full band coverage

Programmable Gain Setting

Ease of initial conguration via front panel

When used in conjunction with OLC DataLog, simplies post installation adjustments

SPECIFICATIONS

Frequency Range

Nominal Gain (dB) +80 dB

Gain Adjustment Programmable attenuation,

Output Level Control

Dynamic Range

Maximum Input Level 0 dBm

Maximum Output Power +30 dBm (single carrier)

RF Sampler PA Output sampler

Noise Figure (without attenuation) 3.5 dB maximum

Propagation Delay <1 μs

Operating Temperature Range -30°C to +50° C

Nominal impedance 50 ohms, <1.5:1 VSWR

Input/Output connectors N female

RF Sampler Connectors BNC female

AC Power Input 100-240 VAC; 50-60 Hz

DC Input Voltage +24 to +27 VDC

Unit Power Consumption (AC/DC) <100 VA

Nominal Size 24” x 24” x 8”

Net Weight <80 lbs.

FCC Certication** EZZ5PI031202

Industry Canada Certication** 1940A-PI031202

806-869 MHz

0-30 dB, 0.5 dB steps

+55 dBm minimum, with no
attenuation

-48 VDC optional

30303 Aurora Rd. Solon, OH 44139 866.695.4569 www.bird-technologies.com

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