RF Engineering & Wireless Systems

Independent RF consulting for Broadcast and Point-to-Point microwave networks

Steven Benz provides link design, path analysis, and regulatory support for broadcasters, carriers, and enterprise wireless networks — from first feasibility study to on-air commissioning.

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What I Do

Engineering Services

Independent, vendor-neutral RF engineering across broadcast transmission and microwave backhaul.

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Broadcast Transmission Systems

Coverage prediction, antenna and transmitter selection, tower/site layout, and system design for Microwave Links, AM/FM/TV broadcast facilities.

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Point-to-Point Microwave Links

End-to-end PTP link design for backhaul, studio-transmitter links (STL), and private networks, including redundancy and diversity planning.

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Path & Link Budget Analysis

Fresnel zone clearance, terrain and fade analysis, availability calculations, and interference-free path coordination.

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Site Surveys & Feasibility

Candidate site assessment, line-of-sight verification, structural and access review, and feasibility reporting.

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Spectrum & Interference Analysis

Frequency coordination, interference troubleshooting, and spectrum monitoring for licensed and unlicensed bands.

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Regulatory & Licensing Support

Licence applications, technical submissions, and compliance documentation for regulatory bodies.

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About

Steven Benz

With over 35 years in RF and broadcast engineering, I help broadcasters, carriers, and enterprises design and deploy reliable wireless links, from regional STL networks to metro microwave backbones.

  • 35+ YearsRF, microwave and broadcast engineering experience, antenna and combiner design and tuning, systems engineering, commissioning and site acceptance testing and auditing
  • Professional Engineer B.EngUniversity of Queensland
  • Critical Infrastructure ExperiencePolice and emergency services, Air Traffic Control, Rail and Power Network signalling. Certified in Health & Safety, Quality, and Auditing
  • MemberIEEE
  • ToolsPathloss, Mentum, Pro X, EDX, Fusion 360, Ansys
  • CoverageWorld Wide
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Tell me about your link, site, or coverage requirement and I'll follow up to discuss scope and timeline.