Directional Power Sensor 4043
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Bluetooth Communication Model Installation
A connection may be established to a 4043 Sensor using the Bird RF Meter App.
See
"Bluetooth Communication Model" on page 5
for additional information about
the Bluetooth operation.
1.
If not previously connected to the RF Source, perform steps
.
a.
Disable RF power for transmission lines to be disconnected.
b.
Connect RF output cable to the 4043 RF input.
c.
Connect 4043's RF output connector to the antenna cable.
2.
Connect the 4043 sensor to a DC power source (Internal batteries, or a
suitable power supply. See
"Bluetooth Power Sources" on page 8
3.
Press the pair button on the 4043 sensor.
Note:
Perform the following steps within one minute.
4.
Open the Bird RF Meter App.
5.
Tap the menu icon at the top right of the screen.
6.
Tap Network Scan.
The 4043 sensor will appear under the Found Devices heading.
7.
Tap the 4043 sensor listed under Found Devices.
The App should connect to the device and display the sensor current
measurement readings.
Note:
Use the RF Meter App’s Help content for instructions on
how to configure the App and sensor.
Pairing the 4043 Bluetooth Sensor with the Bird RF Meter App
First time pairing of a 4043 Sensor and a device running the Bird RF Meter App is
accomplished by pressing the Pair button on the 4043 Sensor, then initiating the
Bluetooth connection from within the RF Meter App.
Note:
It is NOT necessary to pair with the 4043 Sensor through
the devices operating system.
After a device running the Bird RF Meter App has been paired with a 4043
Sensor it will no longer be necessary to press the pair button on the sensor for
future connections. The 4043 Sensor “remembers” the device to allow faster
connections via Bluetooth.
WARNING
Leaking RF energy is a potential health hazard. Never attempt to connect or
disconnect equipment from the transmission line while RF power is being
applied. Severe burns, electrical shock, or death can occur.
