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Bird BPME Series RF Power Monitors for the Broadcast Industry

Bird BPME Series RF Power Monitors for the Broadcast Industry.While BPME Series, Broadcast RF Power Monitors provide the usual power and VSWR monitoring, the units are much more than just a ‘comfort’ meters. One of the chief factors that sets the BPME apart is the depth of its functionality. From remote monitoring via a user-friendly web interface to data logging capabilities, the BPME gives users a range of functions designed to make their jobs easier, while protecting the health of their investment.In addition, the RF test port enables users to verify spectral compliance for applications such as IBOC or HDTV at the point in the transmission line where it matters most! The enhanced functionality of BPME puts complete analog and digital broadcast monitoring at the user’s fingertips through user-friendly, around-the-clock, remote access from any web-enabled device. This 24/7 access ensures that problems are detected and dealt with easily and promptly-before they escalate into more costly situations.

BPME Series

BPME Series Features

  • Integral Power Monitor System - Integration of forward and reflected elements into the RF Detection/Control Circuit yields added stability and greater dynamic range
  • Frequency/Channel Field Configurable - Provides channel flexibility when needed in the field
  • Ethernet & RS-232 Enabled - Future-ready remote monitoring, control & instant alarm alert
  • Integral RF Test Port - Enables mask compliance testing, as well as monitoring of spectrum, modulation, frequency & RF envelope performance
  • Data Logging Capabilities - System trends and anomalies can be detected before failures

BPME Series Forward Power Range

Line Size Power Designator VHF (45-230 MHz) UHF (470-890 MHz)
7/8" Low
Medium
High
5 W - 500 W
20 W - 2000 W
50 W - 5000 W
2.5 W - 250 W
10 W - 1000 W
25 W - 2500 W
1-5/8" Low
Medium
High
20 W - 2000 W
80 W - 8 kW
200 W - 20 kW
5 W - 500 W
20 W - 2000 W
50 W - 5000 W
3-1/8" Low
Medium
High
50 W - 5000 W
200 W - 20 kW
500 W - 50 kW
25 W - 2500 W
100 W - 10 kW
250 W - 25 kW
4-1/16" and 4-1/2" Low
Medium
High
100 W - 10 kW
400 W - 40 kW
1000 W - 100 kW
40 W - 4 kW
150 W - 15 kW
400 W - 40 kW
6-1/8" Low
Medium
High
200 W - 20 kW
800 W - 80 kW
2000 W - 200 kW
80 W - 8 kW
300 W - 30 kW
750 W - 75 kW

BPME Series product specifications

Product Specification Description
Item No BPME Series
Item Name Broadcast RF Power Monitors
Frequency Range Refer to table
Forward Power Range Refer to table
Measurement Type Inline, True Average Power
Peak-Average Ratio 10 dB
Coupler Directivity Min. 26 dB
Accuracy ± 5% of reading
Alarms VSWR
No/Low Forward Power
High Forward Power
Outputs SPDT relay contact
Display Options BPME PC Software
3129 1RU Display
Remote Interface - Ethernet: 10BASE-T or 100BASE-TX (auto-sensing)
- Protocols: ARP, UDP/IP, TCP/IP, Telnet, ICMP, SNMP, DHCP, BOOTP, TFTP, Auto IP, and HTTP
- Security: 256-bit encryption
Serial Interface RS-232, 9600 baud, no parity, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, no handshake
Power Requirements Refer to table
Temperature Operating: 0 to +50 °C (32 to 122 °F)
Storage: -20 to +80 °C (-4 to 176 °F)
Humidity 95% ± 5% (max.), non-condensing
Altitude Up to 10,000 feet (3,048 m)
Dimensions Based on RF Line Section
Weight Based on RF Line Section
Calibration Cycle Annual
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