Used BIRD 8173 #9000556 for sale

BIRD 8173 electronic test equipment is designed to measure the power output of radio transmitters and other devices operated in either the HF (3 to 30 MHz) or VHF/UHF (30 to 1000 MHz) frequency bands. The unit is configured with a wide range of test frequencies, which allows for accurate measurement of power over a relatively wide frequency range. A built-in digital display is provided to read the measured power, and the unit also includes a power meter calibration tool to provide accurate measurements. 8173 is powered by either a 12V or 24V DC power source and uses a standard N-type coaxial cable connector for connecting to the device or antenna under test. The unit includes a power supply adapter that requires no user calibration and provides a reliable power source with minimal setup time. BIRD 8173 is configured with a power range of 0 dBm (1 watt) to -65 dBm (0.01 watt). It also includes both peak and average power meters for accurate measurements of RF signals within the specified frequency range. The instrument also includes a peak-hold feature that captures peak power over a measurement period of 1 second, and a peak scan feature that scans power over a frequency range of 0.1 MHz to 100 MHz. 8173 features a lightweight, yet robust and durable construction, which makes it suitable for use in a variety of environments. The unit's versatility also makes it suitable for a variety of applications including, but not limited to, commercial radio broadcasting, amateur radio, and RF RF/microwave applications such as satellite communications and broadcasting. BIRD 8173 includes an RS-232 interface for data logging purposes, and its user interface consists of an alpha-numeric keypad with a two-line back-lit LCD display. The LCD display offers a graphical representation of the measured power values for easy interpretation. In summary, 8173 is an easy-to-use, cost-effective electronic test equipment designed to safely and accurately measure the power output of equipment operating within the HF and VHF/UHF frequency bands. The unit uses a straightforward user interface and its lightweight, yet robust construction makes it suitable for a variety of applications.