BIRD Thruline APM-16 User Manual

RF Directional
Thruline® Wattmeter
Model APM–16
Operation Manual
©Copyright 2016 by Bird Technologies, Inc.
Instruction Book Part Number 920-APM16 Rev. E
Thruline® and Termaline® are registered trademarks
of Bird Electronic Corporation

BIRD Thruline APM-16 Specifications

General

Brand	BIRD
Model	Thruline APM-16
Category	Measuring Instruments
Language	English

Summary

Safety Precautions

Warning Statements

Lists and explains general warning statements for user safety.

Chapter 1 Introduction

Description

Chapter 2 Theory of Operation

Traveling Wave Viewpoint

Explains operation based on the concept of traveling waves.

Coupling Circuit

ρ VS. φ

Explains the relationship between VSWR and reflected/forward power ratio.

Low Reflection

Component Testing

Impedance Mismatch

Chapter 3 Installation

Elements

Describes the Bird Plug-In Elements and their usage.

Connecting RF Power

Guide on how to connect the wattmeter to RF transmission lines.

Chapter 4 Operating Instructions

Normal Operation

Step-by-step guide for standard operation of the wattmeter.

Load Matching

Instructions for tuning loads and achieving proper impedance matching.

Chapter 5 Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Table of common problems, causes, and corrective actions.

Repair

Information on repairing specific components like connectors or modules.

Replacing the Meter

Replacing the Instrumentation Module

Calibration

Details requirements and procedures for calibrating the unit.

Calibrating

Step-by-step instructions for performing the calibration process.

Specifications