| Austar
Late
in 1999, Austar decided to change the use of the MMDS spectrum,
but to do so required the development of a reliable movable
testing platform to confirm any expected RF coverage predictions.
TRAKKA was chosen from the list of suppliers after assessing
the quality of the conversion work and the accompanied references
from the various suppliers.
The
test van was to be a Mercedes Sprinter 313CDi, because of the
power to weight performance and interior space. It then would
to be set up as a very functional flexible technical platform
that would reliably be able to used for weeks testing RF coverage
performance.
To
do so it would incorporate: :
- 240
Volt power generation and reticulation
- Inside
work area with swivel front seating and a test bench
- Suitable
storage areas with a fridge and wash basin
- Two
full height racks for computers and test equipment
- Installation
of a pneumatic 10 metre mast and compressor
- Roof
work area and storage of the head frame
- Installation
and construction of the test antennas and remote control camera
system
This
design was benchmarked on a test van that was seen in the US,
but needed to be developed to our particular Australian conditions.
Austar is extremely thankful to Michael Lord and his team at
TRAKKA as we developed the final result. As we came across problems,
there were always options given to us to enable the project
to continue in a timely fashion.
The
presentation of the van was also of a high priority as it was
for seen that it would need to used to show various backers
the capability of the system. TRAKKA has risen to the occasion
with the resultant testing platform that we are using successfully
and that looks good!
If
Austar decides to invest in another test van, we would have
no misgivings in contracting TRAKKA to develop another similar
test van. This task will be made achievable, because of the
processes and records utilised to develop this first test platform.
TRAKKA
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Alternatively
email: trakka@trakka.com.au
or phone:
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