BPME Series

BPME Series

BPME Series

Bird RF

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.
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BPME Series Specifications

  • 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
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Product Brand Name Broadcast RF Power Monitors
Manufacturer Bird
Relative Humidity 95% ± 5% (max), non-condensing
Altitude Up to 10,000 feet (3,048 m)
Frequency Range See Image 2
Peak average ratio 10 dB
Measurement Type In-line, True Average Power
Forward Power Range See Image 2
Power See Image 2
Power Accuracy ± 5% of reading
Coupler Directivity 26 dB (min) | 30dB (typ)
Alarms VSWR No/Low Forward Power High Forward Power
Outputs SPDT relay contact
Display Type BPME PC Software, 3129 1RU Display
Interface Ethernet: 10BASE-T or 100BASE-TX (auto-sensing) Ethernet Version 2.0/IEEE 802.3 Protocols: ARP, UDP/IP, TCP/IP, Telnet, ICMP, SNMP, DHCP, BOOTP, TFTP, Auto IP, and HTTP Security: 256-bit encryption Serial RS-232, 9600 baud, no parity, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, no handshake
Temperature Range Operating: 0 to +50 °C (32 to 122 °F) Storage: -20 to +80 °C (-4 to 176 °F)
Dimensions Based on RF Line Section
Calibration Annual
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