The next test is the Live Antenna Verification test.
This test is similar to the CW Antenna Verification test, but instead of using a generated CW test signal, this test uses the actual live public safety signal.
1. Purpose of the Test
The Live Antenna Verification test confirms that the public safety signal is being properly enhanced and distributed through the DAS.
This is a real operating scenario because the system is now using the actual public safety network signal rather than a simulated test signal.
2. Return to the Floor Plan
Go back to the floor plan view.
The antenna locations should already be shown on the floor plan from the previous CW Antenna Verification test.
Be aware that the live antenna verification data will overwrite the CW data that was previously captured.
The CW test was used to confirm that the DAS was connected and functioning correctly. The live antenna verification confirms actual system performance using the public safety signal.
3. Measure Each Antenna
At each antenna, take a live signal measurement.
The measurement method is the same as the CW test:
| Measurement Requirement | Value |
|---|---|
| Distance from Antenna | Approximately 10 feet |
| Measurement Angle | Approximately 45 degrees |
| Signal Type | Live public safety signal |
The scanner should show the live public safety signal being enhanced by the BDA/DAS system.
Repeat this process at each antenna location.
4. Review the Results
After the measurements are complete, return to the Live Antenna Verification results.
The system will compare the live signal measurements against the configured thresholds.
In this example, the test passes because the measured signal levels meet the required thresholds.
Final Result
The Live Antenna Verification test confirms that the actual public safety signal is being properly enhanced at the antenna locations.
This test documents:
- Live public safety signal measurements
- Antenna-by-antenna verification
- Measurement distance
- Measurement angle
- Pass/fail threshold results
- Final live system performance
In this example, the test passes because the live signal measurements meet the required thresholds.