DIRECTV HD Headend Technologies
The objective of this course is to educate students on the DIRECTV COM1000/2000 HD system designed for MDU applications. The course covers the entire process of system equipment, design, installation, and troubleshooting.
Cost: $299
Upon completion of this course students will:
- Know proper setup procedures for the Harmonic Edge QAM controller in relation to the COM1000/2000 system
- Know proper COM24 card setup procedures
- Know ramifications of improperly installed outside plant equipment
- Understand troubleshooting steps to solve basic issues
- Have demonstrated skill sets through hands on lab sessions
- Be able to set up a laptop to provision a COM1000/2000 system
- Recognize spectrum limitations and QAM channel limitations
- Define what PRO:IDIOM encryption is and its use in this application
- 1 Day Course, with the 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
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
DIRECTV HD Headend Technologies Classroom Courses are presented exclusively by DSI, PDI-Sat and Perfect 10.