SITE ANALYZER™
CABLE AND ANTENNA TESTER
FOR WIRELESS SYSTEMS
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
©Copyright 1999, 2002 by Bird Electronic Corporation
Instruction Book Part Number 920-7002A800 Revision K
Site Analyzer is a trademark of Bird Electronic Corporation
Microsoft® 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 with
the power on.
Safety Earth Ground
An uninterruptible safety earth ground must be supplied from the
main power source to the instrument. Grounding one conductor of a
two conductor power cable is not sufficient protection. Serious injury
or death can occur if this grounding is not properly installed.
Safety Symbols
Warning notes call attention to a procedure, which if not correctly
Caution notes call attention to a procedure, which if not correctly
☞
NOTE: Calls attention to supplemental information.
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.
The SA-BATPAK is shipped charged. Be careful when removing the
safety cap, 12Vdc @ 2.0 AH/20 hour rate can be present inside the
receptacle. Do not touch the inside of the receptacle. The possibility
performed, could result in personal injury.
performed, could result in damage to the instrument.
The caution symbol appears on the equipment indicating
there is important information in the instruction manual
regarding that particular area. See page 82 for specific
cautions.
of an electric shock exists.
WARNING
CAUTION
WARNING
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Bird Site Analyzer
WARNING
This 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.
WARNING
When using the ac adapter, only connect the plug to a properly
grounded receptacle. Serious injury or death can occur if grounding
is not properly installed.
Caution Statements
The following equipment cautions appear in the text and are repeated
here for emphasis.
Harsh or abrasive detergents, and some solvents, can damage the
CAUTION
display unit and information on the labels.
CAUTION
When using a Bird 5011, do not exceed 2 W average or 125 W peak
power for 5 µs. Doing so will render the sensor inoperative.
CAUTION
+22 dBm max. input
Do not apply RF power to Antenna Test Port. Exceeding the
maximum input will damage the Site Analyzer.
Safety Statements
USAGE
ANY USE OF THIS INSTRUMENT IN A MANNER NOT
SPECIFIED BY THE MANUFACTURER MAY IMPAIR
THE INSTRUMENT’S SAFETY PROTECTION.
USO
EL USO DE ESTE INSTRUMENTO DE MANERA NO
ESPECIFICADA POR EL FABRICANTE, PUEDE ANULAR LA
PROTECCIÓN DE SEGURIDAD DEL INSTRUMENTO.
BENUTZUNG
WIRD DAS GERÄT AUF ANDERE WEISE VERWENDET ALS VOM
HERSTELLER BESCHRIEBEN, KANN DIE GERÄTESICHERHEIT
BEEINTRÄCHTIGT WERDEN.
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UTILISATION
TOUTE UTILISATION DE CET INSTRUMENT QUI N’EST PAS
EXPLICITEMENT PRÉVUE PAR LE FABRICANT PEUT
ENDOMMAGER LE DISPOSITIF DE PROTECTION DE
L’INSTRUMENT.
IMPIEGO
QUALORA QUESTO STRUMENTO VENISSE UTILIZZATO IN
MODO DIVERSO DA COME SPECIFICATO DAL PRODUTTORE
LA PROZIONE DI SICUREZZA POTREBBE VENIRNE
COMPROMESSA.
SERVICE
SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS ARE FOR USE BY
SERVICE - TRAINED PERSONNEL ONLY. TO AVOID
DANGEROUS ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT PERFORM
ANY SERVICING UNLESS QUALIFIED TO DO SO.
SERVICIO
LAS INSTRUCCIONES DE SERVICIO SON PARA USO
EXCLUSIVO DEL PERSONAL DE SERVICIO CAPACITADO. PARA
EVITAR EL PELIGRO DE DESCARGAS ELÉCTRICAS, NO
REALICE NINGÚN SERVICIO A MENOS QUE ESTÉ
CAPACITADO PARA HACERIO.
WARTUNG
ANWEISUNGEN FÜR DIE WARTUNG DES GERÄTES GELTEN
NUR FÜR GESCHULTES FACHPERSONAL.
ZUR VERMEIDUNG GEFÄHRLICHE, ELEKTRISCHE SCHOCKS,
SIND WARTUNGSARBEITEN AUSSCHLIEßLICH VON
QUALIFIZIERTEM SERVICEPERSONAL DURCHZUFÜHREN.
ENTRENTIEN
L’EMPLOI DES INSTRUCTIONS D’ENTRETIEN DOIT ÊTRE
RÉSERVÉ AU PERSONNEL FORMÉ AUX OPÉRATIONS
D’ENTRETIEN. POUR PRÉVENIR UN CHOC ÉLECTRIQUE
DANGEREUX, NE PAS EFFECTUER D’ENTRETIEN SI L’ON N’A
PAS ÉTÉ QUALIFIÉ POUR CE FAIRE.
ASSISTENZA TECNICA
LE ISTRUZIONI RELATIVE ALL’ASSISTENZA SONO PREVISTE
ESCLUSIVAMENTE PER IL PERSONALE OPPORTUNAMENTE
ADDESTRATO. PER EVITARE PERICOLOSE SCOSSE
ELETTRICHE NON EFFETTUARRE ALCUNA RIPARAZIONE A
MENO CHE QUALIFICATI A FARLA.
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Bird Site Analyzer
About This Manual
This instruction book covers the Bird Site Analyzer Models SA-2000,
SA-2000A, and SA-2500A.
Changes to This Manual
We have made every effort to ensure this manual is accurate. If you
should discover any errors, or if you have suggestions for improving this
manual, please send your comments to our Solon, Ohio factory. This
manual may be periodically updated. When inquiring about updates to
this 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 operational
steps and the order they should be performed. Use this manual for
reference 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 hard
key with a particular function. The function is indicated on or next to the
key. Hard key names are set in a bold type, e.g., Press the
ENTER
key.
The second type is a soft key. Each of the soft keys (there are five to the
left of the display), has a corresponding soft key legend which depends
on 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 a
bold italic type, e.g. Press the
Soft Key
SCALE
key. Refer to the figure below.
Soft Key Legend
A magnified soft
key legend is an
instruction to
press the
corresponding
soft key.
Hard Key
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Chapter Layout
Introduction — Identifies the parts, functions, and features of the Site
Analyzer as well as optional equipment available.
Getting Started — Provides power up information for the Site
Analyzer.
Calibration — Provides step by step instructions for calibrating the
Site Analyzer, which must be done before using Measure Match or
Fault Location modes.
Measure Match Mode — Lists the steps required to make match
measurements, as well as providing instructions for all functions
available in Measure Match mode.
Fault Location Mode — Lists the steps required to make distance to
fault measurements, as well as providing instructions for all functions
available in Fault Location mode.
Save and Recall — For units with the most recent firmware revision.
Describes how to save, recall, and delete traces and setups in Measure
Match or Fault Location modes.
Old Save and Recall — For firmware older than 1-Nov-2001.
Describes how to save, recall, and delete traces and setups in Measure
Match or Fault Location modes.
Measure Power Mode — Lists the steps required to make power
measurements, as well as providing instructions for all functions
available in Measure Power mode.
Utilities — Describes utilities to set up the Site Analyzer.
Computer Software — Provides installation instructions and lists the
features of the Bird Site Analyzer PC Software.
Maintenance — Lists 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Transmitter Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Component Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Connection Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Display Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Power Supply. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Internal Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Adapters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
External Battery Pack (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Power Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Self Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
System Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Calibration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Calibration Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Calibrating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 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. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Setting 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. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Smooth. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Measurement Hold. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Printing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Save and Recall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Save Trace. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Trace Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Trace Label Quicktext . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Trace Label Config. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Save Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Recall Trace. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Recall Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Delete Trace . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Delete Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69
Old Save and Recall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Save Trace. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Label and Sort Trace . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Save Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Recall Trace. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Recall Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Delete Trace . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Delete Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79
Measure Power Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Connecting a Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
Setting the Full Scale Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Setting the Offset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Recall Setups. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Choosing the Displayed Measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Setting Units. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
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Calibrating the Bird 5011 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Utilities. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Adjust Date and Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Return to Defaults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
FM Modulation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .94
Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Computer Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Computer Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Cleaning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Charging the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100
Battery Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
Unit Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .103
Flash ROM Upgrade (SA-2500A Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
EPROM Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Customer Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Parts List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Optional Equipment Available . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
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Chapter 1 Introduction
The Bird Site Analyzer is a multifunction test
instrument for use in installation and maintenance of
wireless systems.
Antenna systems are tested by using a Site Analyzer
to measure match conditions. Data is graphed at 238
points across a user-specified frequency band or
distance range. Transmitter systems are tested by
using a Site Analyzer and a Bird power sensor to
measure RF power. Data is displayed as power or
match efficiency, depending on the sensor.
Items Supplied
1. Site Analyzer
2. Soft-Sided Carrying Case
3. PCTool Software
4. AC Power Adapter
5. Automobile Cigarette Lighter Adapter
6. 9-Pin Serial Communications Cable
7. Instruction Manual (Not Shown)
8. Quick Start and Reference Cards (Not Shown)
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Items Not Supplied
y Calibration Combination
y Bird 5010 Directional Power Sensor
y Bird 5011 Terminating Power Sensor
Site Analyzer Features
General
y Field replaceable Li-ion battery.
y Automatic power down conserves battery life.
Antenna Test
y Rejects on-channel interfering signals to +13 dBm.
y Stores up to 15 calibration profiles.
y Adjustable pass/fail limit line with visual indicator.
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Introduction
y Stores up to 300 sets of measurement data in raw
format to facilitate conversion between antenna
match and DTF.
y On-screen comparison between current
measurement and stored data – no PC required.
y Pop-up menus contain over 70 cable types and 30
frequency band presets.
y X and Y scales and units are user adjustable.
y Dual measurement markers and one difference
marker.
y Measurement hold to temporarily store a trace.
y Printing capability. The Bird Site Analyzer is
compatible with all printers that use HP PCL
Level 3, including most HP inkjet printers.
Measure
Match Mode
Fault
Location
Mode
Measure
Power Mode
y Fast swept measurement.
y Frequency can be set using either Start/Stop or
Center/Span frequencies.
y Measurement units can be either return loss [dB],
cable loss [dB], or VSWR [ratio].
y Transform Algorithm - Fast Fourier Transform
(FFT) with three levels of smoothing.
y Distance units can be either feet or meters.
y Measurement units can be either return loss [dB] or
VSWR [ratio].
Transmitter Test
y Numerical readout and analog dial.
y Can display either forward power, reflected power,
or match efficiency depending on the sensor.
y Power measurement units can be either Watts or
dBm. Match units can be either VSWR, return loss,
or % match efficiency.
y Compatible with the Bird Directional Power Sensor,
Terminating Power Sensor, VSWR Alarms, and
Broadcast Power Monitors.
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Bird Site Analyzer
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1
2
Component Description
8
7
3
4
5
6
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Introduction
1. Soft Keys Activates the function described directly to the
right of the key.
2. Mode Keys
Mode Activates the mode menu. This menu allows the
user to select Measure Match, Fault Location,
Measure Power, or Utilities modes.
Config Activates the configuration menu for the current
mode. This menu provides access to the variable
measurement parameters (e.g. frequency band,
distance, and units).
Calibrate Activates the calibration menu.
Marker Activates the marker menu. This menu allows
the user to turn markers is on or off and to move
the active marker.
3. Numeric Keys Enter numeric data into the selected item, or as
defined 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 Key
During
List Selection Selects the highlighted item in the list.
Data Entry Exits data entry, changing the value.
6. Cursor Keys
Left Arrow
During:
Data Entry Deletes previously entered data one character at
Marker Control Moves active marker left one point at a time.
All other times As defined by the function description.
a time.
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Right Arrow
During:
Marker Control Moves active marker right one point at a time.
All other times As defined by the function description.
Up Arrow
During:
Data Entry Increases the numeric value.
Marker Control Moves the marker to the maximum trace value.
While pressing
Increases the display contrast.
the contrast key
All other times As defined by the function description.
Down Arrow
During:
Data Entry Decreases the numeric value.
Marker Control Moves the marker to the minimum trace value.
While pressing
Decreases the display contrast.
the contrast key
All other times As defined by the function description.
7. Battery LED The yellow LED lights when the unit is powered
by an external dc power source. When charging
the internal battery pack, the yellow LED blinks.
Once the battery is fully charged the yellow LED
stops blinking.
The green LED lights whenever the unit is on.
8. Contrast Key Hold while pressing the up/down arrow keys to
adjust the contrast of the display.
9. l/0 (On/Off) Turns the instrument on and off. The key must be
pressed for at least one-half (½) second.
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Introduction
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Connection Description
DC Input
Parallel
Antenna
Tes t P o rt
+22 dBm max. input
Do not apply RF power to Antenna Test Port. Exceeding the maxi-
mum input will damage the Site Analyzer.
Printer Port
CAUTION
Computer Port
Remote Power
ensor
Antenna Test Port Standard N-type female connector. Use a
phase-stable armored cable to connect
the Site Analyzer to the antenna.
Optional Test Port Extension Cables and
adapters are listed in the Accessory
Guide Brochure.
Parallel Printer Port 25-pin (DB25) parallel connector.
Connect the Site Analyzer to a HP-type
inkjet 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, no
parity, and no handshake. Connect the
Site Analyzer to a PC serial port or to
Bird power sensors.
DC Input Input for external power supplies. Plug
either the ac power supply or the
cigarette lighter adapter into the dc
input. The external supplies operate the
unit and charge the internal battery.
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Display Description
Measure
Match
Sample
Display
Fault
Location
Sample
Display
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Measure Match Mode
Save/
Recall
Auto
Scale
Limit
Tes t O n
Run
000, ABC, 01-JAN-2001 12:01
1.70
R
W
S
V
1.00
825.00
Calibration: Full
Print
Limit: 1.43
FAIL
2 3 4 5
914
Fault Location Mode
Save/
Recall
1.70
M1
M2
MHz
M1: 835.20 MHz
M2: 831.50 MHz
∆M: 3.70 MHz
6
7
841.00
1.64
1.20
0.44
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Auto
Scale
Limit
Tes t O n
Run
Print
1.00
R
W
S
V
0.0
Calibration: Full
Meters
18.2
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Introduction
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 FAIL if any part of the trace
exceeds the limit value.
5. Limit Line A horizontal line that graphically
displays the limit value.
6. Marker Value Indicates the position and value of a
trace point.
7. Marker Cursor Identifies the trace point displayed in
the marker value.
8. Recalled Name Indicates the name of a recalled trace.
9. Soft Key Description Describes the function of the soft key to
the left of the description.
10. Indicator Ball Indicates if the trace is sweeping.
11. Scale Indicates the minimum and maximum
values displayed on that axis.
12. Units Indicates the measurement units for
that axis.
13. Battery Gauge Indicates whether the Site Analyzer is
using the internal battery or an external
power supply, and indicates the amount
of battery life remaining.
14. Mode Indicator Name of the current mode.
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Bird Site Analyzer
Measure
Power
Sample
Display
2
3
4
5
6
Display
Fwd
PwrUnit
Watts
MatchUnit
Rtn Loss
1
Measure Power Mode
Sensor Connected
Fwd 0.0 Watts
600.00
Refl
7
Match
0.00 Watts
0.00 Loss(dB)
1. Sensor Status Indicates the current status of power
sensor.
2. Primary Measurement Identifies the measurement displayed on
the analog dial.
3. Primary Value Numeric display of the primary value.
4. Measurement Scale Indicates the dial’s full scale.
5. Dial Graphic display of the primary
measurement.
6. Secondary Measurements Identifies the measurements not
displayed on the dial.
7. Secondary Value Numeric display of the secondary values.
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Chapter 2 Getting Started
Power Supply
Internal
Battery
Adapters
External
Battery
Pack
(Optional)
The Bird Site Analyzer has an internal, rechargeable
lithium-ion battery pack. This will operate the unit for
a minimum of 3 hours of continuous usage. Recharging
time, 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 used
when operating the unit for the first time.
The battery gauge indicates the approximate battery
¼
life remaining. At
“LO”. When using an external power source, a power
cord symbol replaces the battery gauge.
The Bird Site Analyzer can be operated using an ac
adapter or a 12 V automobile cigarette lighter adapter.
Using these will also charge the internal battery.
When using the ac adapter, only connect the plug to
a properly grounded receptacle. Serious injury or
death can occur if not properly grounded.
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 full
discharge, in about 6-8 hours.
charge the gauge also displays
WARNING
The SA-BATPAK is shipped charged. Be careful
WARNING
when removing the safety cap, 12Vdc @ 2.0 AH/20
hour rate can be present inside the receptacle. Do
not touch the inside of the receptacle. The possibility
of an electric shock exists.
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Bird Site Analyzer
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To charge the external battery pack:
1. Plug the automobile cigarette lighter adapter
into the external battery pack on the side that
says “To Battery”. Refer to the figure above.
2. Plug the other end of the automobile cigarette
lighter 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 charger’s “On” LED comes on and
stays on until the charger is disconnected.
To use the external battery pack with a Site Analyzer:
1. Plug the automobile cigarette lighter adapter
into the adapter of the charged external
battery pack.
2. Plug the other end of the automobile cigarette
lighter adapter into the dc input of the Site
Analyzer.
Getting Started
yrig
Power Up
On first power up or after a failure set the unit to
default parameters. Refer to “Return to Defaults”,
page 93.
Self Test
System
Information
A self test is run at power up. If the test fails, see
“Troubleshooting” on page 100 for instructions. If the
problem persists, return the unit for service.
The software revision information is displayed during
the self test, as shown below.
Model SA-2500A, 780 - 2500 MHz
SN: 00000000
8 Feb 2002
Cop
ht © 1998 - 2002 by Bird Electronic Corporation
Have the following system information ready before
you begin using the Site Analyzer:
Frequency Span — ex: 806-960 MHz (Top end of
cellular band)
Cable Type — ex: RG-8
Approximate Cable Length — ex: 300 feet
Transmitter Power — ex: 1 kW
WARNING
This 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.
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Bird Site Analyzer
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Press key
from either
Measure
Match or
Fault
Location
mode
Chapter 3 Calibration
Calibration Accessories
Calibration Combination including:
y One 50 ohm load
y One Open standard
y One Short standard
Test Cable (optional) – Phase-stable for reliable,
consistent results.
☞
NOTE: If a test cable is used to connect the Site
Analyzer system under test, attach the standards
to the end of the test cable during calibration.
Calibrating
Calibration Mode
Open
1.70
Short
Load
VSWR
Cal Done
1.00
825.00
Calibration: Off
MHz
841.00
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Bird Site Analyzer
y Press the CALIBRATE key.
y Attach the open standard.
Press the OPEN key.
Wait for a “beep” and for the trace to scroll before
continuing.
y Attach the short standard.
Press the SHORT key.
Wait for a “beep” and for the trace to scroll before
continuing.
y Attach the load standard.
Press the LOAD key.
Wait for a “beep” and for the trace to scroll before
continuing.
y Press the CAL DONE key. New coefficients are
calculated. The Site Analyzer is now calibrated.
☞
NOTE: Now is a good time to save the setup.
Saving after calibration will save the new
calibration coefficients. See “Save Setup”, page 75.
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Press the
Mode key
Measure
Match
Fault
Location
Press from
Select Mode
Chapter 4 Measure Match Mode
This measurement verifies and monitors the match
conditions in the antenna system at various
frequencies. The results are shown on an x-y graph.
Frequency is shown on the x-axis while return loss,
cable loss, or VSWR is shown on the y-axis.
Set the frequency and calibrate the Site Analyzer
before taking any readings.
Measure Match Mode
Save/
Recall
99.99
Auto
Scale
Limit
Tes t O F F
HOLD
Print
1.00
R
W
S
V
780.00
Calibration: OFF
MHz
2500.00
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Bird Site Analyzer
Setting the Frequency
Frequencies can be set manually or chosen from a list
of presets. If the start, stop, center, or span is
manually changed, the band will become “Custom”.
☞
NOTE: Changing the frequency settings will
automatically turn calibration off. Always set
the frequency before calibrating the unit.
☞
NOTE: If a frequency outside of the Site
Analyzer’s range is entered, the unit’s minimum or
maximum frequency will be set instead.
Press from
Measure
Match Mode
Freq
Scale
Press to
display the
frequency
settings
Freq
Scale
Limit
Line
Cable
Loss
Measure Match Mode
99.99
R
W
S
V
1.00
780.00
Start: 780.00 MHz
Stop: 2500.00 MHz
MHz
Center: 1640.00 MHz
Span: 1720.00 MHz
Band List: Custom
2500.00
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Scroll to
Start, Stop,
Center, or
Span
Enter a new
value
Freq
Scale
Limit
Line
Cable
Loss
Measure Match Mode
99.99
R
W
S
V
1.00
1500.00
Start: 1500.00 MHz
Stop: 2500.00 MHz
Measure Match Mode
MHz
Center: 2000.00 MHz
Span: 1000.00 MHz
Band List: Custom
2500.00
Band List
Scroll to
Band List
The band list pop-up menu contains frequency band
presets. Using a preset is quick, easy, and sets test
parameters while eliminating a possible source of
operator error.
Measure Match Mode
Freq
99.99
Scale
R
W
S
Limit
Line
Cable
Loss
V
1.00
780.00
Start: 780.00 MHz
Stop: 2500.00 MHz
MHz
Center: 1640.00 MHz
Span: 1720.00 MHz
Band List: Custom
2500.00
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Bird Site Analyzer
Display the
band list
and select a
frequency
band
Activate the
selected
band
Freq
Scale
Limit
Line
Cable
Loss
Freq
Scale
Limit
Line
Measure Match Mode
Band
<Full Band>
IS-553(Rx)
IS-553(Tx)
IS-54(Rx)
IS-54(Tx)
IS-95(Rx)
IS-95(Tx)
IS-95(Rx)
Measure Match Mode
99.99
R
W
S
V
Start Stop
780.00
824300
869.00
824.00
869.00
1850.00
1930.00
824.00
2500.00
849.00
894.00
849.00
894.00
1910.00
1990.00
849.00
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Cable
Loss
1.00
824.00
Start: 824.00 MHz
Stop: 849.00 MHz
MHz
Center: 836.50 MHz
Span: 25.00 MHz
Band List: IS-54(Rx)
849.00
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