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Satellite Fundamentals COM1000 MFH2 Technology

 

MDU/SMATV Essentials

Distribution of television programming to residents of multiple dwelling units sharing a common antenna requires knowledge and skills beyond those required for single-family residential installations.  This course provides the general knowledge and skills required for high-quality multiple dwelling unit L-band and SMATV system installations.

Objectives:
In this course, techs will learn the theory and critical skills necessary to correctly install generic L-band and SMATV multiple dwelling unit systems.  Upon successful completion, techs will be able to:

  • Understand the principles of microwaves, frequency bands, and polarization as applied to direct-to-home satellite television.
  • Explain the characteristics and functions of the signals and uplink gateways in a DTH system.
  • Describe the operation of satellite television receiver systems.
  • Understand the functions of cables and connectors in MDU/SMATV systems and how to install connector correctly.
  • Use Ohm's law to calculate voltage drops and explain how signals, DC, and control tones can coexist on the same cable.
  • Understand how signal power is defined and how to use losses and gains to calculate levels throughout a system.
  • Identify the components used in L-band distribution networks and describe their purposes.
  • Plan an L-band distribution network and balance its levels.
  • Describe test equipment used in L-band systems
  • Use a typical L-band signal meter.
  • Troubleshoot an L-band system.
  • Explain how signals are generated, processed, and distributed in an SMATV system.
  • Balance a SMATV system and explain why balancing is important.
  • Test and troubleshoot a SMATV system.
  • Conduct a site survey for an MDU system and properly ground it.

Who should take this class?

  • All commercial MDU system installations technicians

    • Recommended Prerequisites:

  • SBCA Satellite Fundamentals

    • Recommended Knowledge:

    Duration:

  • Approx. 300 pages, requiring 15 - 30 hours study.

    • Delivery:

  • Animated & interactive HTML/Flash, self-paced, on-line format (Note: Flash Player version 9 is required).

    • Cost:

  • $500
    • .00

    SBCA members that have received a $50 coupon toward SBCA certification in their welcome packets can redeem one for this course.  After you register for the course mail the coupon to the SBCA at 1100 17th St NW, Suite 1150, Washington, DC 20036.  Not a member?  JOIN NOW!

    Upon registering you will receive a login and password.

    Students will have 60 days to complete the online lessons and exam.  In order to pass the course, you must view all the pages in all lessons, pass all lesson quizzes, and pass the final exam.  Students who fail the exam may request 1 free retake from sbcasupport@satprof.com

    Upon successful completion of the course, students will receive a SBCA MDU/SMATV Essentials Certification number with badge and wallet card within 2 - 3 weeks.

    CLICK HERE to register for the online MDU/SMATV Essentials Course or return to to the MDU/SMATV Online Testing Site.

    MDU/SMATV In-Class Certification

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    		 Authorized MDU/SMATV Trainers offer hands on training courses. 

    Cost: $500.00

    • 2 Day Course, with the test given at the end of the 2nd day
    • An 85% or better is needed to pass
    • 1 Free retake is available should the tech not pass.  This is a retake of the test only.  A fee may be applied should the technician wish to sit through the course again.  If you are a technician seeking a retake, locate a course convenient to you and contact the trainer to inform them you need to take a retake.