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Chapter 7
RF Power Measurement
RF Power measurement is accomplished using the RF Meter Application on the
FlightHawk-AV with the Wideband Power Sensor included in the FlightHawk RF
Test Set. The following section describes how to connect the FlightHawk-AV to
the Power Sensor, user interface description, and measurement procedure.
Note:
Always refer to your official maintenance manual or diagnostic
procedure for exact test instructions.
Sensor Connection
1.
Connect USB cable to Bird Power Sensor. See
2.
Connect USB cable to USB Adapter.
3.
Connect USB OTG Cable to FlightHawk-AV.
Note:
Bird RF Meter App will automatically launch.
4.
Check the box to select Bird RF Meter as the default app. This setting allows
the Bird RF Meter App to automatically connect to this sensor in the future.
Note:
The Bird RF Meter will save all sensor settings (by serial
number). Sensor settings will automatically load when the sensor is
connected. Settings are saved in a Session File. Session Files are saved in
the Session List.
5.
Tap OK.
6.
The Power Sensor model number and serial number will be displayed on
the Bird RF Meter device selection screen.
Figure 47 Device Selection Screen
7.
Tap the Power Sensor model number to connect to the Power Sensor.
WARNING
Never attempt to connect or disconnect RF equipment from a
transmission line while RF power is applied. Leaking RF energy is a
potential health hazard.
