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Power Meter

4421A

Operation Manual

This is a preliminary manual. Specifications, limits, and text are subject to change 
without notice. The information within this manual was as complete as possible at the 
time of printing. Bird Technologies, Inc.is not liable for errors. 

Check our Web Site for updates: http://www.birdrf.com/ 

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Copyright 2019 

by Bird Technologies, Inc.

Instruction Book Part Number 920-4421A Rev. P2

Summary of Contents for 4421A

Page 1: ...bject to change without notice The information within this manual was as complete as possible at the time of printing Bird Technologies Inc is not liable for errors Check our Web Site for updates http...

Page 2: ...s always remove power WARNING Do Not Service Or Adjust Alone Under no circumstances should any person reach into an enclosure for the purpose of service or adjustment of equipment except in the presen...

Page 3: ...which if not correctly performed could result in personal injury CAUTION Caution notes call attention to a procedure which if not correctly performed could result in damage to the instrument WARNING N...

Page 4: ...ons appear in the text and are repeated here for emphasis See page 7 See page 11 CAUTION Do not exceed the RF Power or RF frequency specifications of the RF Power Sensor CAUTION Do not store at temper...

Page 5: ...GURIDAD DEL INSTRUMENTO BENUTZUNG WIRD DAS GER T AUF ANDERE WEISE VERWENDET ALS VOM HERSTELLER BESCHRIEBEN KANN DIE GER TESICHERHEIT BEEINTR CHTIGT WERDEN UTILISATION TOUTE UTILISATION DE CET INSTRUME...

Page 6: ...GER TES GELTEN NUR F R GESCHULTES FACHPERSONAL ZUR VERMEIDUNG GEF HRLICHE ELEKTRISCHE SCHOCKS SIND WARTUNGSARBEITEN AUSSCHLIE LICH VON QUALIFIZIERTEM SERVICEPERSONAL DURCHZUF HREN ENTRENTIEN L EMPLOI...

Page 7: ...When inquiring about updates to this manual refer to the part number and revision on the title page Chapter Layout Introduction Describes the features of the RF Power Meter Setup Includes unpacking a...

Page 8: ...tors 2 Display Features 3 Display Controls and Indicators 4 Settings Menu 5 Chapter 2 Setup 6 Unpacking and Inspection 6 Preparation for Use 6 Charge the Battery 6 Setup 7 Chapter 3 Operating Instruct...

Page 9: ...er is designed to be used with the Bird Power Sensors as shown in Table 1 The 4421A is equipped with a touchscreen interface Figure 1 Bird 4421A Power Meter Assembly Table 1 Compatible Power Sensors S...

Page 10: ...LAN connector provides access to the devices web UI and firmware update capability 4 AC Power Input Connector Power input connector C 14 male 100 240 VAC 50 60 Hz with integrated fuse holder requires...

Page 11: ...ng the measurement information from one or two sensors simultaneously See Figure 3 The display may be configured to display the following measurements from a sensor Forward Power Reflected Power VSWR...

Page 12: ...splayed When on battery power the charge level of the batteries in displayed 2 IP Address Icon When tapped displays the 4421A s IP address if connected to an Ethernet Network 3 Forward and Reflected P...

Page 13: ...Introduction 5 Settings Menu The setting menu is used to select what information will appear on the 4421A s display Figure 5 describes the options available via the setting menu Figure 5 Settings Menu...

Page 14: ...ation If the shipping container is not damaged unpack the unit Save shipping materials for repackaging 3 Inspect unit for visual signs of damage Note If there is damage immediately notify the shipping...

Page 15: ...4421A See Figure 6 3 Connect the remaining end of the sensor cable to a power sensor Note The 4421A s display should indicate a sensor has been connected Sensor RF Connections 1 Connect the RF Power...

Page 16: ...to one of the sensor cable connectors on the right side of the 4421A 5 Connect the remaining end of the sensor cable to a power sensor Note The 4421A s display should indicate a sensor has been con n...

Page 17: ...ct the AC power cord to an AC outlet Is the power meter s AC power cord connected to an AC outlet Connect the power cord Power sensor is not automaticallydetected by the 4421A Is the sensor cable conn...

Page 18: ...dirt regularly Disconnect this equipment from any AC outlet before cleaning Use a damp cloth Do not use liquid or spray detergents for cleaning Check the connectors and cables for damage Storing the...

Page 19: ...sides of the instrument to prevent movement during handling or shipment Equipment packaging shall be in accordance with best commercial practices Customer Service Any maintenance or service procedure...

Page 20: ...on to sensor Wired Display Type 9 7 TFT full color LCD LED back light touch screen Resolution 1024x768 Calibration interval Not required I O Connectors RS 485 Sensor Ethernet 2 1 Environment Operating...

Page 21: ...y such claim for breach of these warranties shall be deemed to be waived by Buyer unless made in writing within ten 10 days from the date of discovery of the defect The above warranties shall not exte...

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