OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS DIGITAL POWER METER MODEL 5000
INSTRUCTION BOOK DIGITAL POWER METER MODEL 5000 AND POWER SENSORS MODELS 5010, 5011, AND 5011-EF ©Copyright 2003 by Bird Electronic Corporation Instruction Book P/N 920-5000S Rev. E.
I am not blank
Safety Precautions The following are general safety precautions that are not necessarily related to any specific part or procedure, and do not necessarily appear elsewhere in this publication. These precautions must be thoroughly understood and apply to all phases of operation and maintenance. Keep Away From Live Circuits Operating personnel must at all times observe normal safety regulations. Do not replace components or make adjustments inside the equipment with high voltage turned on.
Bird Model 5000 Digital Power Meter Safety Earth Ground An uninterruptible earth safety ground must be supplied from the main power source to test instruments. 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 supplied. Resuscitation Personnel working with or near high voltages should be familiar with modern methods of resuscitation.
Warning Statements The following safety warnings appear in the text where there is danger to operating and maintenance personnel, and are repeated here for emphasis. WARNING Never attempt to connect or disconnect RF equipment from the transmission line while RF power is being applied. Leaking RF energy is a potential health hazard. WARNING Disconnect from external power before any disassembly. The potential for electric shock exists.
Bird Model 5000 Digital Power Meter CAUTION Do not exceed 2 W average or 125 W peak power for 5 µs when using the TPS or TPS-EF. Doing so will render the sensor inoperative. CAUTION Harsh or abrasive detergents and some solvents can damage the display unit and information on the labels. CAUTION Always turn off the DPM before connecting or disconnecting a sensor. CAUTION Replace only with Ni-MH rechargeable A batteries. Nominal Voltage 1.2V; Capacity 2700mAhr.
BENUTZUNG WIRD DAS GERÄT AUF ANDERE WEISE VERWENDET ALS VOM HERSTELLER BESCHRIEBEN, KANN DIE GERÄTESICHERHEIT BEEINTRÄCHTIGT WERDEN. 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.
Bird Model 5000 Digital Power Meter 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.
About This Manual This instruction manual guides users through the operation and maintenance of the Bird 5000 Digital Power Meter (DPM), as well as the Bird 5010 Directional Power Sensor (DPS) and Bird 5011 and 5011-EF Terminating Power Sensors (TPS). Typography There are two types of keys on the DPM. A hard key has a specific function which is indicated on the key. The key names for hard keys are set in bold typeface, e.g. Press the ON key.
Bird Model 5000 Digital Power Meter Operation — Explains how to make measurements with the DPM, and the special functions used with specific sensors. Maintenance — Lists routine maintenance tasks for the Digital Power Meter, and troubleshooting tips for common problems. Specifications and battery information are also included. Changes to this Manual We have made every effort to ensure this manual is accurate at the time of publication.
Table of Contents Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i About This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Items Supplied . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Component Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Display Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Speed Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Battery Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Customer Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Parts List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Attenuators & Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Chapter 1 Introduction Items Supplied Figure 1 Supplied Items 1. Bird Digital Power Meter (DPM) 2. AC Mains Adapter 3.
Bird Model 5000 Digital Power Meter Component Description 10 9 11 12 1 2 3 4 5 1 8 7 Model 5000 6 5 4 Digital Power Meter 3 2 Figure 2 Component Description 2
Introduction 1. Speed Keys Activates the command displayed above it. 2. On Key Turns the DPM on or off. 3. +/- Key Toggles between positive and negative numbers. 4. Enter Key Completes data entry. 5. Escape Key Aborts data entry without accepting changes. 6. Backlight Key Turns the backlight on momentarily. 7. Offset Key Enter offset values in dB. 8. Numeric Keys Input numeric values. 9. Sensor Port Connection for power sensors. 10.
Bird Model 5000 Digital Power Meter Display Description 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 True Avg Power MAX Fwd MIN Match Eff% Rho VSWR dBr RL dBm µW mW KW Dpm Rfl Sens Overrange Low Bat 9 10 Match Eff% Rho VSWR dBr RL dBm µW mW KW 8 Fwd Units Scale Rfl Units 11 Figure 3 Display Description 1. Field Indicator Indicates the type of power being measured. 2. Major Display Displays forward power or match efficiency, rho, VSWR, or return loss. 3. Major Display Annunciator Indicates function being measured.
Introduction 8. Analog Bar Graph Proportional to the major display. Minimum at 0 W or –20 dBm. Max at full scale power. 9. Overrange Indicator Turns on when the forward power exceeds 100% of scale or the reflected power exceeds 120% of scale. 10. Low battery Indicator Turns on when the batteries need charged. Refer to “Charging Batteries” on page 17. 11. Menu Speed Key Labels Defines the function of the speed keys. Speed Keys Scale — For element-based sensors, sets the forward full scale power.
Bird Model 5000 Digital Power Meter Indicators Dashes — When no sensor is connected or if communication with the sensor fails the display will show a line of dashes and the bar scale will be blank. Overrange Indicator — If the forward power exceeds 100% of full scale, “Overrange” will be displayed. If forward or reflected power exceeds 120% of full scale, the display will show a line of dashes and the bar scale will be filled.
Introduction Optional Equipment Directional Power Sensor (DPS) — Bird 5010, requires two DPM Elements. As a Thruline Sensor, the DPS measures both forward and reverse power, enabling the DPM to display VSWR and other match measurements. Includes interface cable. Terminating Power Sensors (TPS)— Highly accurate terminating sensors; do not require elements. The Bird 5011 frequency range is 40 MHz – 4 GHz. The 5011-EF frequency range is 40 MHz – 12 GHz. Includes interface cable.
Bird Model 5000 Digital Power Meter Interface Software — (P/N 4397A040) PC software with real time display of DPM measurements. Can also log data for analysis, printing, or storage. System requirements: IBM PC or equivalent; Windows 95 or later, 2 MB free hard disk space; VGA monitor, open Com port. Includes interface cable. Serial to USB Adapter— (P/N DC-DB9-U) Converts the serial cable to USB. Lets the DPM be connected to a PC’s USB port if the serial port is unavailable.
Chapter 2 Installation Power Supply The DPM uses a rechargeable Nickel-Metal Hydride battery pack. Charge life is a minimum of 100 hours continuous usage. “Low Bat” is displayed when the batteries require charging. NOTE: For optimum battery life, charge the batteries only after “Low Bat” is displayed. The DPM can use an external power source. Using the DPM with the ac adapter or the 12V cigarette lighter adapter will also charge the battery.
Bird Model 5000 Digital Power Meter Figure 4 DPM Connections 10
Installation DPM Connection CAUTION Always turn off the DPM before connecting or disconnecting a sensor. Although unlikely, it is possible to corrupt the power sensor firmware by connecting it to the DPM while the DPM is on. To prevent this, always turn the DPM off before connecting or disconnecting a sensor. Connect the power sensor to the “Sensor” port on the DPM using the sensor cable provided. If you are using the optional PCTool software, connect the PC’s serial port to the “RS-232” port on the DPM.
Bird Model 5000 Digital Power Meter Figure 5 DPS Element Orientation Terminating Power Sensor (TPS) CAUTION Ground all instruments before connecting the TPS(-EF). Electric shock could damage the sensor. CAUTION When connecting the TPS or the TPS-EF, only turn the connector nut. Damage may occur if torque is applied to the sensor body. CAUTION Do not exceed 2 W average or 125 W peak power for 5 µs when using the TPS or the TPS-EF. Doing so will render the sensor inoperative.
Chapter 3 Operation The Bird Digital Power Meter is very easy to operate. Once a sensor is connected, turn the DPM on and take a reading. Additional commands are available, depending on the sensor used. Normal Operation y Connect the sensor. y Turn on the DPM. y Set the measurement units by pressing FWD Units and RFL Units. y If you know the system loss or are using an attenuator, add the losses (in dB) of all components in the system.
Bird Model 5000 Digital Power Meter Loading Setups When used with the optional PCTool software, setups can be stored in the DPM. Loading a setup will set the forward scale (for the DPS only) and the offset (for both the DPS and the TPS). y Press Speed Key 4. y Enter the number of the setup you want to load. NOTE: Entering 0 returns the DPM to its default scale and offset. Directional Power Sensor The Directional Power Sensor (DPS) uses Bird Plug-In Elements.
Operation Terminating Power Sensor CAUTION Do not exceed 2 W average or 125 W peak power for 5 µs when using the TPS or the TPS-EF. Doing so will render the sensor inoperative. Zeroing Sensor Over time, the sensor’s “zero value” (reading with no applied RF power) can drift, making all readings inaccurate by this value. For example, if the zero value is –2 µW, measuring a 5 mW signal will give a reading of 4.998 mW, a 0.04% error. Measuring a 50 µW signal will give a reading of 48 µW, a 4% error.
Bird Model 5000 Digital Power Meter 16
Chapter 4 Maintenance Cleaning CAUTION Harsh or abrasive detergents and some solvents can damage the display unit and information on the labels. Clean the Bird Digital Power Meter and its display with a soft cloth dampened with mild detergent and water only. Clean sensors with a dry cleaning solvent that leaves no residue. Charging Batteries Fully charged batteries provide a minimum of 100 hours of continuous operation. Charging time is typically 8 hours using the ac adapter.
Bird Model 5000 Digital Power Meter Troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Nothing shown on display Unit is off Momentarily press the ON key. Batteries are drained Use external power source. (page 9) Replace the batteries. (page 20) Display shows dashes; bar scale is blank Display shows “Bat Error” or dashes and “Low Bat”; bar scale is blank DPM firmware corrupted Update firmware. No sensor connected Connect a sensor. Sensor communication has failed Use a different cable.
Maintenance PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Erratic power readings Element contact out of alignment (DPS) Align the contact. It must be far enough out to make good contact with the element, but must not restrict entry of the element body. Damaged element (DPS) Replace element. Sensor has lost its zero (TPS) Rezero sensor. Sensor is damaged Replace sensor. Sensor calibration corrupted Return sensor to Bird for recalibration. Turn off the DPM before connecting or disconnecting a sensor.
Bird Model 5000 Digital Power Meter Battery Replacement The Nickel-Metal Hydride (Ni-MH) batteries do not normally need to be replaced. If necessary, however, follow these instructions (see Figure 6). WARNING Disconnect from external power before any disassembly. The potential for electric shock exists. CAUTION Replace only with Ni-MH rechargeable A batteries. Nominal Voltage 1.2V; Capacity 2700mAhr.
Maintenance y Lay the DPM, display side down, on a clean surface. y Use a small screwdriver to remove all six screws from the back cover. y Taking care to not disconnect the battery connector, lift the back cover off, flip it over, and lay it, battery side up, next to the front cover. y Remove the old batteries. y Install the new batteries checking the orientation of the positive and negative terminals. y Make sure the battery connector is connected.
Bird Model 5000 Digital Power Meter Parts List Part Name Part Number Digital Power Meter 5000 AC adapter 120V ac 230V ac 5A2229 5A2226 Cigarette Lighter Adapter 5A2238-1 Directional Power Sensor 5010 DPM Elements See P/N 871-DPM-019-901, the DPM Element Guide, for a complete list of elements Various Terminating Power Sensor 40 MHz – 4 GHz 40 MHz – 12 GHz 5011 5011-EF Soft Carry Case 5000-030 Hard Carry Case 5000-035 PC Interface Software 4397A040 Serial to USB Adapter DC-DB9-U Instruc
Maintenance Attenuators & Accessories N(F) – N(M) Attenuators (RF power range with TPS) 30 dB (10 mW – 10 W) 40 db (100 mW – 50 W) 8353A030–10 8353A040–50 DC Block 5011A035–1 N(F) – N(M) Test Cable, 1.5 m TC–MNFN–1.5–G N(F) – N(M) Armored, Phase Stable Test Cable 1.5 m 3.0 m TC–MNFN–1.5 TC–MNFN–3.
Bird Model 5000 Digital Power Meter Specifications Bird 5000 Digital Power Meter Display Backlit LCD with major and minor displays and analog bar graph Major Display 5 digits, 5/16” High Minor Display 5 digits, 1/4” High Analog Bar Graph 20 segment, horizontal orientation. Tracks the major digital display Measurement Modes Average power, true average power, or peak power as determined by the element or sensor. Sensor Interface 9-pin D-shell RS-232 serial connector.
Maintenance Storage Temp. –4 to 122 ° F (–20 to +50 °C) Humidity 95% ± 5% max. (non-condensing) Altitude 15,000 ft.
Bird Model 5000 Digital Power Meter Bird 5010 Sensor Sensor Type / Elements* Bird Thruline directional dualelement line section. Uses two Bird DPM Elements. Power† 0.1 to 1,000 W † Frequency Range 2 MHz to 3600 MHz Accuracy With DPM Elements: ±5% of reading 15 to 35 °C RSS ±7% of reading –10 to 50 °C RSS Peak / Average 10 dB maximum with DPM Elements. Settling Time < 2.5 seconds Connectors QC Type, Female N normally supplied Insertion VSWR 1.05:1 up to 1 GHz (with N connectors).
Maintenance Bird 5011 and 5011-EF Sensors Sensor Type Diode based terminated true average power measurement Power 10 µW to 10 mW (–20 dBm to +10 dBm) Maximum Power 2 W avg. 125 W peak for 5 µs Frequency Range 5011 5011-EF 40 MHz to 4 GHz 40 MHz to 12 GHz Accuracy ±(5% of reading* + 1.
Bird Model 5000 Digital Power Meter Power Supply From host instrument via cable connection Operating Temp. –10 to +50 °C (+14 to +122 °F) Storage Temp. –40 to +80 °C (–40 to +176 °F) Humidity 95% max. (non-condensing) Altitude 15,000 ft operating Size 6” long max . (including connectors) 1.5” diameter nominal Weight 3/4 lb. (0.35 kg) max. Recommended Calibration Interval 12 Months * 28 5011: Above 40 °C, when making measurements at frequencies between 40 and 100 MHz, add 1%.
Limited Warranty All products manufactured by Seller are warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year, unless otherwise specified, from date of shipment and to conform to applicable specifications, drawings, blueprints and/or samples.
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Manufacturer: Bird Electronic Corporation 30303 Aurora Road Cleveland, Ohio 44139-2794 Product: Models: Digital Power Meter and Power Sensor 5000 5010 The undersigned hereby declares, on behalf of Bird Electronic Corporation of Cleveland, Ohio, that the abovereferenced product, to which this declaration relates, is in conformity with the provisions of the following standards with exceptions noted; • • • • European Standard EN 55011:1991 - Emissions: Class B European Standard E
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Manufacturer: Bird Electronic Corporation 30303 Aurora Road Cleveland, Ohio 44139-2794 Product: Models: Terminating Power Sensor 5011 The undersigned hereby declares, on behalf of Bird Electronic Corporation of Cleveland, Ohio, that the abovereferenced product, to which this declaration relates, is in conformity with the provisions of the following standards with exceptions noted; • • • European Standard EN 55011:1998 - Radiated Emissions European Standard EN 61000-4-2:1995 -
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Manufacturer: Bird Electronic Corporation 30303 Aurora Road Cleveland, Ohio 44139-2794 Product: Models: Terminating Power Sensor 5011-EF The undersigned hereby declares, on behalf of Bird Electronic Corporation of Cleveland, Ohio, that the above referenced product, to which this declaration relates, is in conformity with the provisions of the following standards; European Standard EN 61326-1:1997 - Electronic • Equipment for Measurement, Control and Laboratory Use EMC Requireme
QUALITY INSTRUMENTS FOR RF POWER MEASUREMENTS From 2 to 4000 MHz and from 25 milliwatts to 250 kilowatts in 50 ohm coaxial line systems TERMALINE ® ABSORPTION WATTMETERS LOAD RESISTORS CALORIMETERS THRULINE ® DIRECTIONAL MONITORING WATTMETERS TENULINE ® ATTENUATORS ® COAXWITCH SELECTOR SWITCHES COAXIAL RF FILTERS SENTRILINE ® FILTER-COUPLERS ELECTRONIC CORPORATION 30303 Aurora Road Cleveland, (Solon) Ohio 44139-2794
