Bird-technologies SK-4000-TC-Manual Manuel d'utilisateur

SiteHawk™ SK-4000AnalyzerOPERATING INSTRUCTIONS©Copyright 2014 by Bird Electronic Corporation Instruction Book Part Number 920-SK-4000 Rev. P3SiteHawk

ixSet and Activate Acceptance Limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14Interpreting the Measurement . . . . . . . .

xUsing Delta Markers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26marker Add . . . . . . . . . . . .

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1Chapter 1 IntroductionThe SiteHawk SK-4000 Analyzer is a multifunction test instrument for use in installation and maintenance of wireless systems. T

2Items SuppliedItem Description1 SiteHawk SK-4000 Analyzer2 Hard Carry Case3 AC Adapter4 USB Interface Cable5 Soft Carry Case6 RF Cable, 1 meter long7

3SiteHawk SK-4000 Analyzer SpecificationsFrequency Range 85 MHz to 4 GHzFrequency Accuracy ±2.5 ppmFrequency Resolution Setting 1kHzOutput Power -10dB

4Humidity 95±5° max (non-condensing)Pressure 84 to 106.7 kPaWarm-Up Time 15 minutesPower Measurement NoCompatible Devices NoneStorage Capacity 16 GB

5Measurement Capability Fast measurement speed. Seven user-selectable trace capture options: 51,101,201,401,801,1601 or 3201 data points per sweep.

6PowerThe SiteHawk SK-4000 Analyzer has an internal, rechargeable, lithium-ion bat-tery pack. CAUTIONOnly use the supplied AC adapter to charge the un

7Chapter 2 CalibrationCalibrationCalibrating the SiteHawk SK-4000 AnalyzerFor best results, set the frequency and calibrate the Bird Site Analyzer imm

iSafety PrecautionsThe following are general safety precautions that are not necessarily related to any specific part or procedure, and do not necessa

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9Chapter 3 Measure Match ModeMatch measurement verifies and monitors the match conditions in the antenna system at various frequencies. The results ar

10Setting the Measurement FrequencyFrequencies can be set manually. Frequency range should be greater than the normal range of the antenna.Example - F

11Setting the Measurement Data PointsSelect the number of data points to take during a measurement. There are seven data point options:  51 points 1

12Figure 6 Setting the ScaleTracing Mode Setting1. Press the Test Icon to choose the specific line.Note: The active Tracing line will be highligh

13Figure 7 Tracing Setting ScreenFigure3.6 Tracing Setting ScreenInterpreting the MeasurementThe graph below shows a typical Match Measurement for

14Cable Loss MeasurementEnsure that the cable being tested is unterminated (not connected to anything at the far end).Note: Ensure that the cable doe

1511. Place a marker (mark 1) at the minimum loss point within the frequency band on the trace. See “Makers” on page 24.12. Place a marker (mark 2) a

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17Chapter 4 Fault Location ModeFault location identifies the position of impedance discontinuities (reflections) within the antenna system. The measur

iiSafety SymbolsWARNINGWarning notes call attention to a procedure, which if not correctly performed, could result in personal injury.CAUTIONCaution n

18Setting the Frequency Span and Max DistanceFrequency SpanFrequency span and the relative propagation rate determines the maximum dis-tance testing f

19Setting the Frequency SpanT1F--------N 1–FmaxFmin–-------------------------------==Note: N = Test points Fmin = Start frequency Fmax = End freque

20Distance Unit1. Select DTF.2. Unit Select units settings. Note: The system default unit m, optional units ns, ft.Start Distance1. Select the input

21TriggerThe Device has the following trigger modes: Continuous - End the scan cycle channel after each occurrence, scan-ning behavior Keep - Stop S

22Interpreting the Fault Location MeasurementThe graph below shows a typical Fault Location measurement for an antenna system. The table lists typical

23Chapter 5 Additional FeaturesLimit LinesThe limit line helps to set off those parts of a trace that are outside of the accep-tance (limit) values. I

24Style (Max/Min)1. Enter setting limit line. 2. Set Max and Min. Note: The default Max is the position of the limit line place at 10dB part, Min typ

25MarkersUp to six markers can be used and activated to visually indicate the trace value at specific frequency points. All markers follow the current

26Figure 15 Activate Marker and Set Style(a)(b)Using Delta MarkersIn the delta marker mode, only active markers will be visible. The delta marker

272. Highlight marker to be delta.Note: In Figure XXX, marker 2 is highlighted.Figure 17 Highlighted MarkersNote: Figure 18 shows Marker 2 high

iiiSafety StatementsUSAGEANY USE OF THIS INSTRUMENT IN A MANNER NOT SPECIFIED BY THE MANUFACTURER MAY IMPAIR THE INSTRUMENT’S SAFETY PROTECTION.USOEL

28Setting the Position of a Cursor1. Select to choose a specific cursor marker.2. Enter the value the of the active marker.Activation1. Select the lef

29Delta Marker FunctionDelta Marker Function is used to calculate the frequency band. Activate it after selecting the reference marker. Once the refer

30Saving a Trace1. Press the Menu icon.2. Select the File icon.Note: A Drop Down menu will appear.3. Select the format of the saved file: Data can b

31Chapter 6 Data Save and ExportSiteHawk SK-4000 StatusSiteHawk SK-4000 status, calibration result, and tracing data can be saved to the instrument, a

32CSV Files SaveSave trace data, activating the trace first.1. Select Save file.2. Choose save type first.3. Choose the save file type.Tracing Data SI

33Option to save the file dialog box in the SIP file format1. Click the save SIP regional choice format required in the standard format list.2. Click

34Figure 22 Recall Sta Data and Running DataData transfer functionUser can transfer the data from SK-4000 to USB disk by a OTG cable (special, sup

357. Select the Copy icon.8. Go back out to the Home screen of the file manager.9. Select External Storage.10. Go to the directory where the file will

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37Chapter 7 MaintenanceCleaningClean the SiteHawk SK-4000 Analyzer only with a soft cloth dampened with mild detergent and water. Do not use any other

ivSERVICESERVICING INSTRUCTIONS ARE FOR USE BY SERVICE - TRAINED PERSONNEL ONLY. TO AVOID DANGEROUS ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT PERFORM ANY SERVICING UNLES

38Firmware Update1. Go to www.birdrf.com/Products/Analyzers/Site-Hawk/SK-4000-TC-Site-Hawk-Analyzer.aspx#.VCVqYUZ0zcs.2. Click on the Firmware link.Da

3912. Select SiteHawk.apk.13. Install SiteHawk.apk in the unit.

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41Appendix Description Default Setting Setting RangeTouchstone Data Format RI - Real-Imaginary SiteHawkAllocation of Channels 1 SiteHawkActive Channe

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41Limited WarrantyAll products manufactured by Seller are warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year, unle

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vUNITS ARE EQUIPPED WITH RECHAREABLE BATTERIES. THESE ARE TO BE REPLACED BY AUTHORIZED SERVICE PERSONNEL ONLY!!!LAS UNIDADES VIENEN EQUIPADAS CON BATE

viAbout This ManualThis manual covers the operating and maintenance instructions for the follow-ing models:SK-4000Changes to this ManualWe have made e

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viiiTable of Contents Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iSafety Symbols . . . . . .