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Formerly MFH2 Technology
The
objective of this online course is to educate students on the D2 Advantage single
wire distribution system for MDU applications. The course covers the
entire process of system equipment, design, installation, and
troubleshooting. Upon completion of this course students should be
able to:
- Identify all of the components of the D2 Advantage
distribution system
- Understand the differences between the
D2 Advantage distribution system and standard satellite distribution system
- Explain the importance of using high
frequency components
- Read system design specifications for D2 Advantage
technology
- Properly install D2 Advantage distribution for
both satellite and off-air reception
- Balance the system to ensure proper
operation
- Effectively troubleshoot D2 Advantage systems
It is recommended that technicians attempting
this certification already hold SBCA certifications at the Satellite
Fundamentals and MDU/SMATV Essentials levels. Additionally techs
should
have:
- Thorough understanding of RF distribution
- Ability to calculate specific equations
regarding signal loss
- Understand the principles of OHM's Law
- Understand the principle of Watt's Law
- Understand the principles of Volt's Law
- Ability to perform BTU calculation
- Understanding of the current NEC code
- Knowledge of all relevant SCTE symbols
- Understanding of cable attenuation
- Knowledge of frequency guides
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- Cost: $200
- Duration: Approximately 200 pages, requiring 10 - 20 hours study.
- Delivery: Animated & interactive HTML/Flash, self-paced, online
format (Note: Flash Player version 9 is required).
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 the 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 their certification materials in approximately
2 -3 weeks.
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- Cost: $299
- 1 Day Course, with test given at the end of the day
- An 85% or better is needed to pass
- 1 Free retake of the test is available should the
tech not pass.
Authorized distributors offer hands-on, in depth training
courses.
Featured:
- DIRECTV Residential Experience (DRE) overview
- DRE System Components overview
- DRE IP Network overview
- MFH2 Satellite signal distribution requirements
- Management Control Servcer (MCS) configuration
- Main Distribution Frame (MDF) Layer 3 ethernet
switch configuration
- Intermediate Distribution Frame (IDF) Ethernet
switch configuration
- DRE DECA integration
- H25 Receiver and RC50 Remote control software
integration
- Local channel insertion basics
- Receiver remote port to TV IR pass through features
- In depth software configuration
- System capabilities and options analysis
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