ÐÓ°ÉÂÛ̳® offers comprehensive product and solutions training through instructor-led in-person training, online on-demand training, and webinars. Here are a few features offered by ÐÓ°ÉÂÛ̳®:Ìý
Level 1, IBW CS14 Product Portfolio Certification
Online Course
Level 1, ÐÓ°ÉÂÛ̳ Online Certification for CS14 Series BDAs
This course prepares the system integrator to install and commission the ÐÓ°ÉÂÛ̳ CS14. Topics include: unboxing the unit, internal module identification, making connections such as AC, DC, FACP etc., logging into the BDA, alarm testing, setting RF parameters, performing a link budget and generating reports and saving the configuration.
Level 1, IBW CS40 Product Portfolio Certification
Online Course
Level 1, ÐÓ°ÉÂÛ̳ Online Certification for CS40 Series BDAs
This course prepares the system integrator to install and commission the ÐÓ°ÉÂÛ̳ CS40. Topics include: unboxing the unit, internal module identification, making connections such as AC, DC, FACP etc., logging into the BDA, alarm testing, setting RF parameters, performing a link budget and generating reports and saving the configuration.
Level 1, IBW CS45 Product Portfolio Certification
NEW! Online Course
Level 1, ÐÓ°ÉÂÛ̳ Online Certification for CS45 Series BDAs
This course prepares the system integrator to install and commission the ÐÓ°ÉÂÛ̳ CS45. Topics include: unboxing the unit, internal module identification, making connections such as AC, DC, FACP etc., logging into the BDA, alarm testing, setting RF parameters, performing a link budget and generating reports and saving the configuration.
Level 2, IBW Hands-On ERCES Product Portfolio Certification
June 2-3, 2026, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (local)
Boston, MA
Level 2, ÐÓ°ÉÂÛ̳ Hands-On Certification for CS14, CS40, and CS45 Series
Connecting a Bi-Directional Amplifier (BDA) to AC power and antennas does not guarantee a successful Emergency Responder Communication Enhancement System (ERCES) installation. This class will cover the following topics: International Fire Code (IFC) and National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) codes that jurisdictions may require, Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules governing BDAs, antenna verification, uplink optimization for signals and noise, the importance of a test transmitter and a spectrum analyzer, alarming, BDA programming, grid testing, and more.
The certificate issued will hold more value than just a piece of paper; a hands-on exercise and a written test must be passed to earn this certificate.
Level 2, IBW Hands-On ERCES Product Portfolio Certification
July 14-15, 2026, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (local)
Charlotte, NC
Level 2, ÐÓ°ÉÂÛ̳ Hands-On Certification for CS14, CS40, and CS45 Series
Connecting a Bi-Directional Amplifier (BDA) to AC power and antennas does not guarantee a successful Emergency Responder Communication Enhancement System (ERCES) installation. This class will cover the following topics: International Fire Code (IFC) and National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) codes that jurisdictions may require, Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules governing BDAs, antenna verification, uplink optimization for signals and noise, the importance of a test transmitter and a spectrum analyzer, alarming, BDA programming, grid testing, and more.
The certificate issued will hold more value than just a piece of paper; a hands-on exercise and a written test must be passed to earn this certificate.
Level 2, IBW Hands-On ERCES Product Portfolio Certification
August 4-5, 2026, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (local)
Chicago, ILÂ
Level 2, ÐÓ°ÉÂÛ̳ Hands-On Certification for CS14, CS40, and CS45 Series
Connecting a Bi-Directional Amplifier (BDA) to AC power and antennas does not guarantee a successful Emergency Responder Communication Enhancement System (ERCES) installation. This class will cover the following topics: International Fire Code (IFC) and National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) codes that jurisdictions may require, Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules governing BDAs, antenna verification, uplink optimization for signals and noise, the importance of a test transmitter and a spectrum analyzer, alarming, BDA programming, grid testing, and more.
The certificate issued will hold more value than just a piece of paper; a hands-on exercise and a written test must be passed to earn this certificate.
Level 2, IBW Hands-On ERCES Product Portfolio Certification
September 15-16, 2026, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (local)
Seattle, WAÂ
Level 2, ÐÓ°ÉÂÛ̳ Hands-On Certification for CS14, CS40, and CS45 Series
Connecting a Bi-Directional Amplifier (BDA) to AC power and antennas does not guarantee a successful Emergency Responder Communication Enhancement System (ERCES) installation. This class will cover the following topics: International Fire Code (IFC) and National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) codes that jurisdictions may require, Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules governing BDAs, antenna verification, uplink optimization for signals and noise, the importance of a test transmitter and a spectrum analyzer, alarming, BDA programming, grid testing, and more.
The certificate issued will hold more value than just a piece of paper; a hands-on exercise and a written test must be passed to earn this certificate.
Need to get certified as a PCTEL Public Safety Tester, or renew for another 2 years? Now’s your chance! PCTEL has expanded their training schedule for this course to conveniently co-locate with ÐÓ°ÉÂÛ̳ BDA/ERCES certification training. .
Level 2, IBW Hands-On ERCES Product Portfolio Certification
October 27-28, 2026, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (local)
Orlando, FLÂ
Level 2, ÐÓ°ÉÂÛ̳ Hands-On Certification for CS14, CS40, and CS45 Series
Connecting a Bi-Directional Amplifier (BDA) to AC power and antennas does not guarantee a successful Emergency Responder Communication Enhancement System (ERCES) installation. This class will cover the following topics: International Fire Code (IFC) and National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) codes that jurisdictions may require, Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules governing BDAs, antenna verification, uplink optimization for signals and noise, the importance of a test transmitter and a spectrum analyzer, alarming, BDA programming, grid testing, and more.
The certificate issued will hold more value than just a piece of paper; a hands-on exercise and a written test must be passed to earn this certificate.
Need to get certified as a PCTEL Public Safety Tester, or renew for another 2 years? Now’s your chance! PCTEL has expanded their training schedule for this course to conveniently co-locate with ÐÓ°ÉÂÛ̳ BDA/ERCES certification training. .
