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Terrestrial Microwave Systems Training Class

Need On-Site Training for an Andrew HELIAX® Connector Attachment Training Course? Contact Kenny Ng at 800.949.7079 ext. 1034 or e-mail kng@talleycom.com for more information.

Who Should Attend:

  • Installers
  • Project Managers
  • Field Engineers
  • Anyone who works directly or indirectly with a TMW 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' operation and how to apply it to a TMW System

Training Agenda

  • 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
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