Terrestrial Microwave Systems Installation Training
Andrew Solutions
Course Description:
Andrew customers worldwide can improve the efficiency and effectiveness of their terrestrial microwave (TMW) systems with free specialized training on all aspects of installing and testing Andrew products. At the Andrew Institute® communications technology training workshops, we use hands-on instruction to teach the most current assembly and installation techniques. Covering topics that range from microwave as a communication medium to de-rigging and site cleanup, our new TMW communications technology training is certain to raise the expertise and effectiveness of those who attend.
Attendees Should Include: Installers, Project Managers, Field Engineers, and anyone who works directly or indirectly with a communications system
Benefits of Technical Training:
Obtain the highest possible performance with every Andrew product installed
Gain an understanding of TMW systems fundamentals
Practice proper assembly and installation of Andrew TMW antennas
Learn the essential elements of path alignment
See the proper techniques of installing elliptical waveguides
Understand the theory of Dryline® dehydrator operation and how to apply it to a TMW system
Course Outline:
Overview of TMW Concepts
- Basic RF theory - TMW fundamentals
Basic Installation Practices
- Basic rigging techniques-communication on a TMW site
- Basic knot tying - Andrew catalog and installation bulletins
Site Survey
- Review of documentation (scope of work, bill of materials, path data sheets, etc.)
- Importance of planning ahead/what you should look for
Antenna Assembly
- Uncrating antennas/material inventory
- Hands-on antenna assembly
Antenna Installation
- Overview of techniques with Hands-on installation
MTL Component Assembly and Installation
- Physical characteristics of waveguide
- Microwave transmission line component assembly
- Video on attaching elliptical waveguide connectors
- Forming elliptical waveguide
- Hoisting and installing elliptical waveguide
Path Alignment
- Mechanical/electrical - calculation of path loss
- Practical exercises
Pressurization
- Theory of DryLine® dehydrator operation
- Installation of pressurization equipment - finding air leaks
Completing the Installation
- Fundamentals of VSWR - use of checklists
- Ensuring an aesthetically pleasing, quality installation
Become a Registered Installer
More and more, customers are mandating that technicians installing their systems complete technical training such as that offered by Andrew Institute. Upon completion of Andrew Institute training, attendees are registered with Andrew as having completed institute coursework and having been trained and instructed in the proper manner handling Andrew products.
Cost: Free
Available Locations: Joliet, IL | Sorocaba, Brazil | Suzhou, China | and On-Site
