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.
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
See Datasheet for Model Configurations
Forward Power Range
| Line Size |
Power Designator |
VHF (88-230 MHz) |
UHF (470-890 MHz) |
| 7/8 in |
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 in |
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 in |
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 in and 4-1/2 in |
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 in |
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 |
Item Name
Broadcast RF Power Monitors
Forward Power Range
See Table
Measurement Type
In-line, True Average Power
Coupler Directivity
26 dB (min) | 30dB (typ)
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) 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
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