DPM Series, Digital Power Meter
5000-XT, Digital Power Sensor

The hand-held digital power meter has been completely redesigned with the new Bird 5000-XT. Ideally suited for field techs and engineers who need to make power measurements anywhere they go, the 5000-XT's new user interface has an intuitive, menu-driven design, making it the easiest to use on the market. It's operable even with one hand and compatible with all our field and legacy sensors.

FEATURES AND BENEFITS:
Frequency Range: 2 MHz to 12 GHz
RF Power Range: 1 W to 10000 W True Average Power
Accuray with 5010B DPS Sensor +/-5% of reading

Requires external power sensors
Frequency and Power ratings are determined by the power meter and DPM Elements

Use your Bird 43 elements with the 5000 Digital power meters and the 5010B sensor!

5000-XT Data Sheet

Price:	$940.00
Options	5000-XT, No Sensor 5000-XT, 5010B Sensor (+$683.00) 15462:+:0,15463:+:683
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DPS Series, Directional Power Sensors The Bird Directional Power Sensor (DPS) is the most flexible RF sensor on the market today. With this Dual-Socket,Thruline® sensor, you may select from a wide range of Bird Elements to tailor the unit to your needs over a wide range of frequencies and power levels. Also, select field changeable input and output RF connectors from dozens of types including [N, BNC, HN, 7/16 DIN]. Requires external power sensors

The DPS measures True Average Power and/or Peak Power with exceptional accuracy that is traceable to National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). It is also a highly economical RF power measurement tool offering reliable results for hundreds, not thousands of dollars.

Frequency and Power ratings are determined by the power meter and DPM Elements

• Frequency: Range Element dependent, 2 MHz to 2.7 GHz
• Power Range: Element dependent, 125 mW to 1 kW full scale
• Impedance (Ω): 50
• Peak/Average Ratio: 10 dB maximum with DPM elements
• Accuracy: True Average Power, ± 5% of reading (15 to 35°C), ± 7% of reading (-10 to 50°C) Peak Power, ± 8% of full scale
• Insertion VSWR: 1.05:1 from 0.45 to 1000 MHz (with N connectors)
• Settling Time: < 2.5 seconds
• Connectors: QC Type. Female N normally supplied.
• Power Supply: From host instrument via cable
• Interface: DB9 (Proprietary Configuration)
• Weight: 1.12 lbs (0.51 kg)
• Dimensions: H x W x D [inches (mm)] 2.3” H x 2.1” W x 3.5”, D(58 mm x 53mm x 89 mm) excluding connectors
• Directivity (dB): 30 dB (exact value depends on element selected)
• Pulse width Parameters: >100 MHz 800 µs min. 26-99 MHz 1.5 µs min. 2-25 MHz 15 µs min.
• Pulse Rep. Rate Peak: 15 pps min.
• Pulse Duty Factor: 1 x 104min.
• Dynamic Range: 16 dB

The DPS measures True Average Power and/or Peak Power with exceptional accuracy that is traceable to National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). It is also a highly economical RF power measurement tool offering reliable results for hundreds, not thousands of dollars.

Frequency and Power ratings are determined by the power meter and DPM Elements

• Frequency: Range Element dependent, 2 MHz to 2.7 GHz
• Power Range: Element dependent, 125 mW to 1 kW full scale
• Impedance (Ω): 50
• Peak/Average Ratio: 10 dB maximum with DPM elements
• Accuracy: True Average Power, ± 5% of reading (15 to 35°C), ± 7% of reading (-10 to 50°C) Peak Power, ± 8% of full scale
• Insertion VSWR: 1.05:1 from 0.45 to 1000 MHz (with N connectors)
• Settling Time: < 2.5 seconds
• Connectors: QC Type. Female N normally supplied.
• Power Supply: From host instrument via cable
• Interface: DB9 (Proprietary Configuration)
• Weight: 1.12 lbs (0.51 kg)
• Dimensions: H x W x D [inches (mm)] 2.3” H x 2.1” W x 3.5”, D(58 mm x 53mm x 89 mm) excluding connectors
• Directivity (dB): 30 dB (exact value depends on element selected)
• Pulse width Parameters: >100 MHz 800 µs min. 26-99 MHz 1.5 µs min. 2-25 MHz 15 µs min.
• Pulse Rep. Rate Peak: 15 pps min.
• Pulse Duty Factor: 1 x 104min.
• Dynamic Range: 16 dB

USB Sesnors 5015 and 5015-EF Include Bird's VPM2 Virtual Power Meter Softaware on CD for stand alone use on most PC computer.

Model 5011 Terminating Power Sensor
40 MHz - 4.0 GHz, Terminating Power Sensor

Model 5011-EF Terminating Power Sensor
40 MHz - 12 GHz, Terminating Power Sensor (Extended Frequency)

The TPS is truly the most economical terminating sensor, half the price of our leading competitors. Quite a value considering the TPS is a highly accurate (5%) device with calibration traceable to the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). Also available in a USB compatible version.

Specifications:

• Frequency Range: 40 MHz-4.0 GHz or 40 MHz-12 GHz (EF Models)
• Power Range: -20.000 to +10.000 dBm (10.000 µW to 10.000 mW)
  Use Bird attenuators for higher power.
• Nominal Impedance: (Ω) 50
• Peak/Average Ratio: 12 dB max.
• Accuracy: +/- 5% of Reading. When operating below 100 MHz and above 40 C, add 1%.
• Insertion VSWR: Typical 1.03 (36.6 dB return loss); maximum 1.20 (20.8 dB return loss)
• Warm Up Time: 5 Minutes
• Connectors: Precision N Male
• Power Supply: From host instrument via cable connection
• Interfaces: DB9 (Proprietary Configuration) for use with Bird 5000 Meters
• Weight: .75 lbs max.
• Size: [inches (mm)] 6" (152mm) long (including connector) 1.5" (38mm) diameter

The Bird Directional Power Sensor (DPS) is the most flexible RF sensor on the market today. With this Dual-Socket,Thruline® sensor, you may select from a wide range of Bird Elements to tailor the unit to your needs over a wide range of frequencies and power levels. Also, select field changeable input and output RF connectors from dozens of types including [N, BNC, HN, 7/16 DIN].

The DPS measures True Average Power and/or Peak Power with exceptional accuracy that is traceable to National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). It is also a highly economical RF power measurement tool offering reliable results for hundreds, not thousands of dollars.

Frequency and Power ratings are determined by the optional Bird elements

• Frequency: Range Element dependent, 2 MHz to 2.7 GHz
• Power Range: Element dependent, 125 mW to 1 kW full scale
• Similar to 5010B Above with USB connector and FREE VPM2 Software. USB 1.1 (Type B)

Bird’s Wideband Power Sensor Series (WPS) never requires field calibration, only requires calibration once per year and is traceable to National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). The WPS measures True Average Power, Peak Power, and Duty Cycle directly with exceptional accuracy and uses these precise measurements to calculate a wide range of other important factors, such as VSWR, Return Loss, Reflection Coefficient, Crest Factor, Average Burst Power, and CCDF.

• Frequency Range: 350 MHz - 4.0 GHz
• Power Range: 150mW - 150 Watts Avg.
  400 Watts Peak
• Impedance (Ω): 50 (nominal)
• Reflection Measurement Characteristics
• Measurement Range: Return Loss, 0.0 to 23 dB
• (VSWR, 1.15 to 99.9 Rho, 0.07 to 1.0)
• Accuracy: Average Power = +/-5% of reading typical
  Burst Average Power = +/-7% of reading typical
  Peak Envelope Power = +/-8% of Reading typical
  CCDF = +/-0.2% typical
• Insertion VSWR: <1.05 from 0.35 to 2.5 GHz
  <1.10 from 2.5 to 4 GHz
• Insertion Loss: <0.05 dB from 0.35 to 1.0 GHz
  <0.1 dB from 1 to 4 GHz
• Connectors: N (F)
• Power Supply: USB Port: less than one low-power USB load
• DC Input Connector: 7-18 VDC at less than 0.1A
• Interfaces: DPM 5000 Interface: DB9 proprietary interface
  PC Interface (1): RS-232, 9600 Baud, no parity, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, DB9
  PC Interface (2): USB 1.1 Type B, compliant interface

5012A Sensor Data Sheet

Bird’s Wideband Power Sensor Series (WPS) never requires field calibration, only requires calibration once per year and is traceable to National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). The WPS measures True Average Power, Peak Power, and Duty Cycle directly with exceptional accuracy and uses these precise measurements to calculate a wide range of other important factors, such as VSWR, Return Loss, Reflection Coefficient, Crest Factor, Average Burst Power, and CCDF.

• Frequency Range: 350 MHz - 4.0 GHz
• Power Range: 25mW - 25 Watts Avg, 60 Watts Peak
• See the link below for complete specifications.

5016 Sensor Data Sheet

Bird’s Wideband Power Sensor Series (WPS) never requires field calibration, only requires calibration once per year and is traceable to National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). The WPS measures True Average Power, Peak Power, and Duty Cycle directly with exceptional accuracy and uses these precise measurements to calculate a wide range of other important factors, such as VSWR, Return Loss, Reflection Coefficient, Crest Factor, Average Burst Power, and CCDF.

Specifications:

• Frequency Range 25 MHz - 1.0 GHz
• Power Range 500mW - 500 Watts Avg.
  1300 Watts Peak
• Impedance (Ω) 50 (nominal)
• Reflection Measurement Characteristics
  Measurement Range: Return Loss, 0.0 to 23 dB
  (VSWR, 1.15 to 99.9 Rho, 0.07 to 1.0)
• Minimum Forward Power for Reflected Measurement 5W
• Accuracy Average Power = +/-5% of reading typical
  Burst Average Power = +/-7% of reading typical
  Peak Envelope Power = +/-8% of Reading typical
  CCDF = +/-0.2% typical
• Insertion VSWR <1.05
• Insertion Loss <0.05
• Connectors N (F)
• Power Supply USB Port: less than one low-power USB load
• DC Input Connector: 7-18 VDC at less than 0.1A
• Interfaces DPM 5000 Interface: DB9 proprietary interface
  PC Interface (1): RS-232, 9600 Baud, no parity, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, DB9
  PC Interface (2): USB 1.1 Type B, compliant interface
• Weight 1.2 lb. maximum
• Dimensions H x W x D [inches (mm)] 4.8" x 4.6" x 1.3"
  (122 mm x 117 mm x 33 mm)
• Directivity 28 dB up to 100 MHz, 30 dB from 100 to 1000 MHz
• Data Logging Requires 5000-XT or VPM2 PC Software Kit

5017 Sensor Data Sheet

Case in the foreground is 5A5000-1, case in the background is not included.

• Most of the same functions as the Bird Model 5000-EX deseribed below
• Free with Bird WPS Power Sensors
• Will install on most PC, Notebook, Netbook, or Laptop computers
• No need for an expesive digital wattmeter
• USB Cable Included
• USB Powered

The Bird Virtual Power Meter has been completely re-written in a windows application with advanced functionality. Compatible with a full range of Bird Field Sensors, the program integrates Data Logging and the ability to manage multiple sensors simultaneously. Now available as a free download! Features and Benefits:

• Manage up to 50 sensors simultaneously
• Multiple Displays Functions: Digital, Analog and Strip Chart
• Each Display Screen can be Customized for user preference
• Compatible with a wide array of USB enabled Bird Field Sensors: 5012, 5012A, 5014, 5015, 5015-EF, 5016 and 5017
• Functions: True Average Power (Forward and Reflected), VSWR, Peak Power, Crest Factor, CCDF, Burst Power
• True Windows Application
• Same look and feel as the SignalHawk and 5000-XT
• Data logging capability with playback of saved log files
• Log file in either XML and Comma Delimited formats
• Snapshot Capabilities
• Ideal for use as a system component
• No calibration required
• Plug to Play in Seconds

• Windows 2000 Sp4, XP Sp2, Vista Sp1
  
• Microsoft Internet Explorer
  
• Adobe Reader<
  
• 256 MB RAM & Pentium III or equivalent processor (512 MB RAM & Pentium 4/M or higher recommended)
• 800 x 600, 256 color display (1280 x 720, 16 bit or higher resloution recommended)
• 1 available USB port
• Mouse or pointing device
• CD-ROM Drive (for installation)

USB Sesnors Include Bird's VPM2 Virtual Power Meter Softaware on CD for stand alone use on most PC computer.

Model 5015 Terminating Power Sensor
40 MHz - 4.0 GHz, Terminating Power Sensor - USB

Model 5015-EF Terminating Power Sensor
40 MHz - 12 GHz, Terminating Power Sensor - USB (Extended Frequency)

The TPS is truly the most economical terminating sensor, half the price of our leading competitors. Quite a value considering the TPS is a highly accurate (5%) device with calibration traceable to the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST).

Specifications:

• Frequency Range: 40 MHz-4.0 GHz or 40 MHz-12 GHz (EF Models)
• Power Range: -20.000 to +10.000 dBm (10.000 µW to 10.000 mW)
  Use Bird attenuators for higher power.
• Nominal Impedance: (Ω) 50
• Peak/Average Ratio: 12 dB max.
• Accuracy: +/- 5% of Reading. When operating below 100 MHz and above 40 C, add 1%.
• Insertion VSWR: Typical 1.03 (36.6 dB return loss); maximum 1.20 (20.8 dB return loss)
• Warm Up Time: 5 Minutes
• Connectors: Precision N Male
• Power Supply: From host instrument via cable connection
• Interfaces: USB for PC Connectivity
• Weight: .75 lbs max.
• Size: [inches (mm)] 6" (152mm) long (including connector) 1.5" (38mm) diameter