In this episode of DAS Talk, Peter and Gil sit down with Jason Papineau to discuss the DAS University training camps and how they are helping professionals build practical, real-world skills in the in-building wireless industry.

The conversation explores what makes the camps unique—from interactive instruction and industry networking to hands-on exercises where attendees build, test, troubleshoot, and even intentionally break a DAS. The group discusses how these experiences bring together newcomers and seasoned professionals, including integrators, technicians, engineers, designers, and AHJs, so they can learn from both the instructors and one another.

Jason also provides a demonstration of iBwave’s field-testing capabilities and shares best practices for public-safety grid testing. He covers floor-plan scaling, critical-area testing, DAQ evaluation, site documentation, cable routing, and collecting accurate information for the design team.

The episode also touches on RF fundamentals, system monitoring, AHJ expectations, Wi-Fi calling versus true cellular coverage, and why passing a final grid test does not necessarily confirm the overall health of a DAS.

Whether you are new to the industry or have decades of field experience, this episode offers valuable insights you can apply to your next DAS project.

Learn more about DAS University and upcoming training camps at https://dasuniversity.org.

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In this episode of DAS Talk, Gamma VP, Peter Weyhreter and co-host Gilbert Martinez sit down with Roman Salvador, a seasoned Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS) and public safety communications expert, to unpack what actually matters in real-world DAS deployments. Roman shares his unique journey from IT and structured cabling into the DAS and emergency responder communications space—bringing a field-first mindset that many OEMs and designers overlook. From grounding issues that plague installations to the critical role of design in life-safety systems, this conversation cuts through theory and focuses on execution. You’ll also hear about innovative testing equipment Roman developed to protect sensitive RF ports during field operations—saving time, money, and costly mistakes. Throughout the episode, one message is clear: “It’s a life safety thing.” This episode is a must-watch for field engineers, designers, integrators, AHJs, and anyone involved in public safety DAS, ERCES, and in-building communications. Train With DAS University – 2026 Training Camp Tour Want to go deeper than podcasts and theory? DAS University Training Camps are touring in 2026 with hands-on education covering: • Public Safety DAS & ERCES fundamentals • RF design & grid testing • Grounding & installation best practices • Field validation, testing, and AHJ readiness • NICET-aligned public safety training Need DAS / ERCES Training for Your Team? DAS University provides live, hands-on training camps nationwide designed for technicians, integrators, AHJs, and public safety professionals. Train with some of today’s top DAS and ERCES instructors — all hand-selected professionals with real-world field experience in design, installation, testing, troubleshooting, and public safety communications. • Hands-on DAS and ERCES training • Real-world troubleshooting • RF and signal interference education • Code and compliance training • CEU and NICET CPD opportunities available Modern buildings create major RF communication challenges for first responders, making proper training more important than ever. View upcoming live training camps: https://dasuniversity.org/2026-training-camp-attend

In this episode of DAS Talk, Peter and Gil sit down with Mike Gitomer of RF Augmented to talk real-world DAS troubleshooting, public safety ERRCS, RF engineering, sweep testing, commissioning, and the mistakes that can make or break an in-building communication system. Mike shares his background across carrier networks, large venues, public safety DAS, OEMs, integrators, and independent RF consulting. The conversation dives into common field issues like bad connectors, backwards directional couplers, weak testing practices, poor donor antenna placement, jurisdictional differences, and why proper testing matters before a system is accepted. This episode is a must-watch for DAS installers, integrators, fire alarm contractors, low-voltage teams, AHJs, building owners, and anyone working around emergency responder radio systems. Topics covered: DAS troubleshooting Public safety ERRCS systems Sweep testing and CW testing Bad connectors and failed return loss Directional coupler mistakes AHJ requirements and jurisdiction differences Subcontractor quality control Stadium DAS and cellular optimization Why reliable radio coverage matters for first responders Need DAS / ERCES Training for Your Team? DAS University provides live, hands-on training camps nationwide designed for technicians, integrators, AHJs, and public safety professionals. Train with some of today’s top DAS and ERCES instructors — all hand-selected professionals with real-world field experience in design, installation, testing, troubleshooting, and public safety communications. • Hands-on DAS and ERCES training • Real-world troubleshooting • RF and signal interference education • Code and compliance training • CEU and NICET CPD opportunities available Modern buildings create major RF communication challenges for first responders, making proper training more important than ever. View upcoming live training camps: https://dasuniversity.org/2026-training-camp-attend #DAS #ERRCS #PublicSafety #RFEngineering #DistributedAntennaSystems #InBuildingWireless #FirstResponders #DASUniversity #GammaElectronics #SweepTesting #WirelessInfrastructure