Introduction to Microwave Installation
This course covers the basics of a microwave link install and includes indoor unit installation, cabling and panning.
Description
This course covers the basics of a microwave link install and includes indoor unit installation, cabling and panning.
This course involves both theory and practical elements.
Prerequisites
Attendees should have valid industry required qualifications which include: Rooftop Worker - Safety & Access, Radio Frequency Awareness, Basic Tower Climbing and Rescue plus Emergency First aid at Height.
Protective footwear & gloves are required for the practical elements of the course.
Syllabus:
The course covers many areas including:
- What is a microwave link - what makes-up a microwave link
- Performance and calculations – signal level, what is a link budget
- Transmission quality – power, fade margain, antenna gain
- Cabling – cable terminations, N-type connecters
- Link installation and panning