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ADDENDUM NO. 3
ISSUED:
PROPSAL DATE:
Friday, May 13, 2016
May 17, 2016
Job No. 1663
Drawings & Specifications Entitled:
Travis County
ESD#6 Headquarters Improvements
15304 Pheasant Lane
Lakeway, Texas 78746
5/13/2016
The following additions and changes are to be made to the Drawings and Specifications and hereby become a part of
the Contract:
GENERAL
ITEM G1.01
INCLUDE Specification sections enclosed:
Division 13 – Special Construction
Section 13713 – Conductors and Cables for Electronic Safety and Security
Division 16 – Electrical
Section 16700 – Data/Voice Communications Horizontal Cabling and Equipment:
Audiovisual (AV), Security System and Television Coaxial Cabling.
MECHANICAL
ITEM M1.01
DELETE ITEM FROM ADDENDUM NO. 2
Drawing M2.2 Warehouse – HVAC
1. Route the supply and return ductwork for RTU-1 up inside of the building instead of outside
of the building. Protect all exterior ductwork as specified.
CIVIL
ITEM C1.01
Provide 6x4 MJ Tee to connect to the existing 6” water line
END OF ADDENDUM NO. 3
ESD#6 Headquarters Improvements
Addendum No. 3
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TRAVIS COUNTY ESD NO. 6 HEADQUARTERS IMPROVEMENTS
SECTION 13713
LAKEWAY, TEXAS
CONDUCTORS FOR ELECTRONIC SECURITY
SECTION 13713
CONDUCTORS AND CABLES FOR
ELECTRONIC SAFETY AND SECURITY
PART 1
GENERAL
1.1
RELATED DOCUMENTS
A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General
Requirements 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.
1.2
SUMMARY
A. Section Includes:
1. UTP cabling.
2. RS-232 cabling.
3. RS-485 cabling.
4. Low-voltage control cabling.
5. Control-circuit conductors.
6. Coaxial cabling
7. Identification products.
1.3
RELATED SECTIONS
A.
B.
C.
D.
1.4
Section 07800, Firestopping
Section 13700, Security Access and Surveillance
Section 16060 Grounding and Bonding
Section 16700 Communications Cabling
REFERENCES
All documents listed below shall be the most current releases. The Contractor
has the responsibility to determine and adhere to the most recent release when
developing the proposal for installation. The following documents are an
integral part of these specifications and are incorporated as regulatory references
for the Work:
A. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
B. ANSI T1.404 (DS3) and CATV Applications
C. BICSI: Building Industry Consulting Service International
1. BICSI ITSIM Ch. 4: Pulling Cable
2. BICSI ITSIM Ch. 6: Cable Termination Practices
D. National Electrical Code (NEC)
E. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Publications
F. NEMA: National Electrical Manufacturers Association
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G.
H.
I.
J.
K.
L.
M.
N.
1.5
1. NECA 1: Standard Practice of Good Workmanship in Electrical
Construction
NEMA: National Electrical Manufacturers Association
1. NEMA 250: Enclosures for Electrical Equipment (1000 Volts Max)
NFPA: National Fire Protection Association
1. NFPA 70: National Electric Code
2. NFPA 72: National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code
3. NFPA 101: Life Safety Code
4. NFPA 262: Standard Method of Test for Flame Travel and Smoke of
Wires and Cables for Use in Air-Handling Spaces
UL 294, Underwriters Laboratories Access Control Systems
UL 1037, Underwriters Laboratories Anti-Theft Alarms and Devices
UL 1076, Underwriters Laboratories Propriety Burglar Alarms Units and
Systems.
TIA: Telecommunications Industry Association
1. TIA 568-C.1: Minimum 4-Pair Sc-TP Patch Cable Bend Radius
UL: Underwriters Laboratories:
1. UL 83: Thermoplastic-Insulated Wires and Cables
2. UL 1581: Reference Standard for Electrical Wires, Cables, and Flexible
Cords
3. UL 1655: Standard for Community-Antenna Television Cables
In the event of conflicts between the above referenced standards, the more
stringent standard shall apply. In any event, the Cabling Subcontractor shall
not supersede specifications and standards from the most recent NFPA and
NEC publications. In the event of conflicts between documents referenced
herein and the contents of these Specifications and Drawings, the
Subcontractor shall notify in writing the GC, Architect, Consultant and/or
designee of any such occurrences before purchasing any equipment,
materials and/or installation by the Subcontractor. The GC, Architect,
Consultant and/or designee will notify the Subcontractor of any actions
required to resolve these conflicts. Such actions may include but are not
limited to: design changes, equipment, materials and/or installation changes.
DEFINITIONS
A. AFF: Above Finished Floor
B. ANSI: American National Standards Institute
C. BICSI: Building Industry Consulting Service International.
D. EMI: Electromagnetic interference.
E. IDC: Insulation displacement connector.
F. ITSIM: Information Transport Systems Installation Manual
G. Low Voltage: As defined in NFPA 70 for circuits and equipment operating
at less than 50 V or for remote-control and signaling power-limited circuits.
H. NEMA: National Electrical Manufacturers Association
I. NFPA: National Fire Protection Association
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J. Open Cabling: Passing telecommunications cabling through open space
(e.g., within a wall cavity, above building envelope structure, between the
studs of a wall cavity, ect.).
K. SLC: Signaling Line Circuits
L. TIA: Telecommunications Industry Association
M. UL: Underwriters Laboratories
1.6
ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS
A. Coordinate placement of electronic equipment (e.g. card readers and door
securing hardware with GC, Owners, other trades, consultant and designee.
B. Coordinate layout and installation of telecommunications pathways and
cabling with GC, other trades, consultant and/or designee.
C. Coordinate layout and installation of communications cabling with GC,
other trades, consultant and/or designee.
D. Coordinate electronic security equipment patching with Owner, GC,
Consultant, Network Services Provider and/or designee.
1.7
QUALITY ASSURANCE / CONTROL OF INSTALLATION/TESTING
A. Source Quality Control:
1. Monitor quality control over suppliers, manufacturers, products,
services, site conditions, and workmanship, to produce Work of
specified quality.
2. Applicable Materials Testing Agencies: Underwriters Labs (UL) or
Electrical Testing Labs (ETL).
3. Factory sweep test coaxial cables on reels at frequencies from 5 MHz to
1 GHz. Sweep test shall test the frequency response or attenuation over
frequency, of a cable by generating a voltage whose frequency is varied
through the specified frequency range and graphing the results:
a. Attenuation
b. Structural Return Loss (SRL)
c. Return Loss
d. Impedance
e. Capacitance
f. Velocity of Propagation
4. Factory test RS-232 and RS-485 Cables:
a. Attenuation
b. Impedance
c. Capacitance
d. Velocity of Propagation
5. Factory test Low-Voltage and Access Control Cabling:
a. D.C Resistance
b. Attenuation
c. Capacitance
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6. Cable will be considered defective if it does not pass tests and
inspections.
7. Prepare test and inspection reports.
8. Electrical Components, Devices, and Accessories: Listed and labeled as
defined in NFPA70, by a qualified testing agency, and marked for
intended location and application.
B. Company/Contractor Qualifications:
1. The contractor shall be a company specializing in security cable and/or
accessories with a minimum of five years documented experience in
installation of cable and/or accessories similar to those specified herein.
2. The contractor shall not subcontract the installation of the security
cabling system, termination or testing without the written permission of
the Owner, GC and/or designee.
3. The contractor shall not subcontract temporary labor. All the contractor
employees shall be full time, and proof showing full time employment
must be on file.
4. The contractor shall review the security system and cabling design and
electrical drawings and shall confirm or install all conduit and other
rough-in device quantities and sizes to be acceptable with regard to the
security cabling installation during the bid process. Any discrepancies
found shall be immediately brought to the attention of the GC,
consultant and/or designee for resolution.
C. Installer/Personnel Qualifications: Work to be performed by persons
qualified to produce workmanship of specified quality.
1. Have experienced / qualified / certified full-time staff on site when Work
is conducted.
2. Layout Responsibility: Preparation of Shop Drawings and Cabling
Administration Drawings, and field testing program development should
be conducted by an experienced / qualified staff member.
3. Installation Supervision: Installation shall be under the direct supervision
of Lead Technician who shall be present at all times when Work of this
Section is performed at project site.
4. Testing Supervisor: On-site testing shall be conducted by an experienced
/ qualified staff member.
5. Any subcontractor or supplemental labor personnel must be an approved
Manufacturer Certified Installer of the product and meet experience and
training requirements. Provide copies of certifications as proof of
compliance.
6. Contractor shall not use Subcontractors or Supplemental Labor without
prior written approval from the Owner, GC and/or designee. If
approved, the subcontractor or supplemental labor force shall be bound
by this document.
D. Quality Control – Installation, Testing and Warranty
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1. Comply with specified standards as a minimum quality for the Work
except when more stringent tolerances, codes, or specified requirements
indicate higher standards or more precise workmanship.
2. Comply fully with manufacturers' instructions, including each step in
sequence.
3. Should manufacturers' instructions conflict with Contract Documents,
request clarification from Owner, GC and/or designee before
proceeding.
4. Communications Cables, Pathways and Spaces: Comply with TIA/EIA569-A
5. Grounding: Comply with ANSI-J-STD-607-A.
6. Secure Products in place with positive anchorage devices designed and
sized to withstand stresses, vibration, physical distortion or
disfigurement.
7. Contractor testing and inspection is to be included in contract.
8. Security Systems Cable Contractor to be responsible for conducting all
testing and inspection or paying for same (if they have no qualified
personnel for such activities).
9. Retesting: If testing of the Work reveals a significant number of “Fails”
(more than 10% of signal or power pathways) and re-inspection / retesting is required, it shall be conducted under direct supervision of GC,
Consultant and/or designee supervision. Costs for such shall be deducted
from Contractor’s payment in the form of a change order.
10. Retesting required because of nonconformance to specified requirements
may be performed by an independent firm on instructions by the Owner,
GC and/or designee. Payment for retesting will be charged directly to the
Contractor for direct payment to the testing laboratory.
11. Contractor to include a 2-year workmanship and materials warranty.
1.8
PROJECT CONDITIONS
A. Do not install conductors and cables that are wet, moisture damaged, or
mold damaged.
1. Indications that wire and cables are wet or moisture damaged include,
but are not limited to, discoloration and sagging of factory packing
materials.
B. Environmental Limitations: Do not deliver or install cables and connecting
materials until wet work in spaces is complete and dry, and temporary
HVAC system is operating and maintaining ambient temperature and
humidity conditions at occupancy levels during the remainder of the
construction period.
1.9
DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
A. Test cables upon receipt at Project site.
1. Test each conductor pair of cable types for open and short circuits.
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B. Storage and handling of cables in ambient temperatures of 32 degrees F or
less:
1. Prior to installation, condition the cable for at least 24 hours at
conditioned temperature to provide the best flex properties for ease of
installation
1.10 SUBMITTALS
A. Product Data: For each type of product.
1. Include construction details, material descriptions, dimensions of
individual components and profiles, and finishes for equipment racks
and cabinets.
2. Include rated capacities, operating characteristics, electrical
characteristics, and furnished specialties and accessories.
B. Shop Drawings: For communications equipment room fittings. Include
plans, elevations, sections, details, and attachments to other work.
1. Detail equipment assemblies and indicate dimensions, weights, loads,
required clearances, method of field assembly, components, and location
and size of each field connection.
2. Grounding: Indicate connections to in-room grounding bus bar.
C. Qualification Data: For Installer, qualified layout technician, installation
supervisor, and field inspector.
1.11 PERMITS AND INSPECTIONS
A. The Contractor is required to pay for all required Building Permits and
Inspections related to the Security System Cabling.
B. All Inspections by the City or other Governing Offices shall be coordinated
by the Contractor.
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PART 2
PRODUCTS
2. 1 PATHWAYS
A. Support of Open Cabling: NRTL labeled for support of Category 6 and 6a
cabling, designed to prevent degradation of cable performance and pinch
points that could damage cable.
1. Support brackets with cable tie slots for fastening cable ties to brackets.
2. Lacing bars, spools, J-hooks, and D-rings.
3. Straps and other devices.
B. Conduit and Boxes: Comply with requirements in Division 16 "Raceway
and Boxes for Electrical Systems."
C. Outlet boxes shall be no smaller than 2 inches (50 mm) wide, 3 inches (75
mm) high, and 2-1/2 inches (64 mm) deep.
2. 2 BACKBOARDS
A. Backboards: Plywood, fire-retardant treated, ¾ by 48 by 96 (or ¾ by 48 by
48) inches painted eggshell or off-white. Comply with requirements for
plywood backing panels in Section 06100 "Rough Carpentry."
2. 3 UNSHIELDED TWISTED PAIR (UTP) CABLE FOR SECURITY
A. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, available
manufacturers offering products that may be incorporated into the Work
include, but are not limited to, the following:
1. AMP/Tyco.
2. Belden Inc.
3. Berk-Tek; a Nexans company.
4. CommScope, Inc.
5. General Cable
6. Leviton
7. Mohawk; a division of Belden Networking, Inc.
8. Superior Essex Inc.
9. Or approved equal.
B. Description: 100-ohm, four-pair UTP, covered with a white thermoplastic
jacket – depending on functions and locations.
1. All cables to be plenum rated.
2. Comply with ICEA S-90-661 for mechanical properties.
3. Comply with TIA/EIA-568-C.1 for performance specifications.
4. Comply with TIA/EIA-568-C.2, Category 5e, 6 or Category 6a
depending on usage and application.
5. Listed and labeled by an NRTL acceptable to authorities having
jurisdiction as complying with UL 444 and NFPA 70 for the following
types:
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a. Communications, Plenum Rated: Type CMP, complying with NFPA
262.
b. Multipurpose, Plenum Rated: Type MPP, complying with NFPA
262.
2. 4 TWISTED PAIR CABLE HARDWARE
A. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, available
manufacturers offering products that may be incorporated into the Work
include, but are not limited to, the following:
1. AMP/Tyco.
2. Belden Inc.
3. Dynacom Inc.
4. Hubbell Premise Wiring.
5. Leviton Commercial Networks Division.
6. Molex Premise Networks; a division of Molex, Inc.
7. Ortronics/Legrand/Wiremold
8. Panduit Corp.
9. Siemon Co. (The).
10. Or approved equal.
B. UTP Cable Connecting Hardware: IDC type, using modules designed for
punch-down caps or tools. Cables shall be terminated with connecting
hardware of the same category or higher.
C. Connecting Blocks: 110-style for Category 5e, Category 6 and Cat6a, 66style for Category 5e, as required by manufacturers’ recommendations.
Provide blocks for the number of cables terminated on the block, plus 25
percent spare. Integral with connector bodies, including plugs and jacks
where indicated.
2. 5 COAXIAL CABLE
A. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, available
manufacturers offering products that may be incorporated into the Work
include, but are not limited to, the following:
1. Belden Inc.
2. CommScope, Inc.
3. Or approved equal.
B. Cable Characteristics: Broadband type, recommended by cable manufacturer
specifically for broadband data transmission applications. Coaxial cable and
accessories shall have 75-ohm nominal impedance with a return loss of 20
dB maximum from 7 to 850 MHz.
C. RG-6/U (Plenum Rated): NFPA 70, Type CMP.
1. All cable to be plenum-rated.
2. No. 16 AWG, solid, copper-covered steel conductor; gas-injected, foamPE insulation.
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3. Double shielded with 100 percent aluminum-foil shield and 60 percent
aluminum braid.
4. Jacketed with black PVC or PE.
5. Suitable for indoor installations.
D. NFPA and UL Compliance: Coaxial cables shall be listed and labeled by an
NRTL acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction as complying with UL
1655, and with NFPA 70 "Radio and Television Equipment" and
"Community Antenna Television and Radio Distribution" Articles. Types
are as follows:
1. CATV Plenum Rated: Type CATVP, complying with NFPA 262.
2. 6 COAXIAL CABLE HARDWARE
A. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, available
manufacturers offering products that may be incorporated into the Work
include, but are not limited to, the following:
1. Amphenol RF
2. Emerson Network Power Connectivity Solutions.
3. Greenlee
4. Leviton Commercial Networks Division.
5. Siemon Co.
6. Or approved equal.
B. Coaxial-Cable Connectors: Male Type “F” 75 ohms, threaded connector
(3/8 x 32 UNEF); compression, twist-on or crimp-type cable attachment –
sized to match cable dimensions.
C. Coaxial-Cable Connectors: Type BNC, 75 ohms, as required.
2. 7 RS-232 CABLE
A. Manufacturers
1. Belden
2. West Penn
3. Or approved equal
B. Plenum-Rated Cable: NFPA 70, Type CMP.
1. All cable to be plenum-rated.
2. Paired, 2 pairs, No. 22 AWG, stranded (7x30) tinned copper conductors.
3. Plastic insulation.
4. Individual aluminum foil-polyester tape shielded pairs with 100 percent
shield coverage.
5. Plastic jacket.
6. Pairs are cabled on common axis with No. 24 AWG, stranded (7x32)
tinned copper drain wire.
7. Flame Resistance: Comply with NFPA 262.
2. 8 RS-485 CABLE
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A. Manufacturers
1. Belden
2. West Penn
3. Or approved equal
B. Plenum-Rated Cable: NFPA 70, Type CMP.
1. All cable to be plenum-rated.
2. Paired, 2 pairs, No. 22 AWG, stranded (7x30) tinned copper conductors.
3. Fluorinated ethylene propylene insulation.
4. Unshielded.
5. Fluorinated ethylene propylene jacket.
6. Flame Resistance: NFPA 262, Flame Test.
2. 9 LOW-VOLTAGE CONTROL AND POWERING CABLE
A. Manufacturers
1. Belden
2. West-Penn
3. Or approved equal
B. Plenum-Rated, Paired Cable: NFPA 70, Type CMP.
1. All cable to be plenum-rated.
2. One pair, twisted, No. 16 AWG, stranded (19x29) and No. 18 AWG,
stranded (19x30) tinned copper conductors, as required.
3. PVC insulation.
4. Unshielded.
5. PVC jacket.
6. Flame Resistance: Comply with NFPA 262.
C. Control Circuit Conductors
1. Class 1 Control Circuits: Stranded copper, Type THHN-THWN,
complying with UL 83, in raceway.
2. Class 2 Control Circuits: Stranded copper, Type THHN-THWN,
complying with UL 83, in raceway.
3. Class 3 Remote-Control and Signal Circuits: Stranded copper, Type W
or TF, complying with UL 83.
2. 10 IDENTIFICATION PRODUCTS
A. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, available
manufacturers offering products that may be incorporated into the Work
include, but are not limited to, the following:
1. Brady Worldwide, Inc.
2. HellermannTyton North America.
3. Kroy LLC.
4. Panduit Corp.
5. Or approved equal.
B. Comply with UL 969 for a system of labeling materials, including label
stocks, laminating adhesives, and inks used by label printers.
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C. Comply with requirements in Section 16000 "Identification for Electrical
Systems."
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PART 3
EXECUTION
3. 1 INSTALLATION OF HANGERS AND SUPPORTS
A. Comply with requirements in Division 16 "Hangers and Supports for
Electrical Systems" for installation of supports for cables.
3. 2 WIRING METHOD
A. Wiring within Enclosures:
1. Bundle, lace, and train conductors to terminal points with no excess and
without exceeding manufacturer's limitations on bending radii.
2. Install lacing bars and distribution spools.
3. Separate power-limited and non-power-limited conductors as
recommended in writing by manufacturer.
4. Install conductors parallel with or at right angles to sides and back of
enclosure.
5. Mark each terminal according to system's wiring diagrams.
6. Make all connections with approved crimp-on terminal spade lugs,
pressure-type terminal blocks, or plug connectors.
B. Install wiring in metal pathways and wireways.
1. Minimum conduit size shall be ¾ inch. Access Control and Power
wiring shall not share conduit with other building wiring systems.
2. Comply with requirements in Division 16300 "Transmission and
Distribution."
3. Comply with requirements in Division 16400 "Low Voltage
Distribution."
3. 3 INSTALLATION OF CONDUCTORS AND CABLES
A. Comply with NECA 1.
B. Conductors: Size according to system manufacturer's written instructions
unless otherwise indicated.
C. General Requirements for Cabling:
1. Comply with TIA/EIA-568-C.1.
2. Terminate all conductors; no cable shall contain unterminated elements.
Make terminations only at indicated outlets, terminals, and cross-connect
and patch panels.
3. Cables may not be spliced.
4. Secure and support cables at intervals not exceeding 60 inches and not
more than 18 inches from cabinets, boxes, fittings, outlets, racks, frames,
and terminals.
5. Bundle, lace, and train conductors to terminal points without exceeding
manufacturer's limitations on bending radii.
6. Do not install bruised, kinked, scored, deformed, or abraded cable. Do
not splice cable between termination, tap, or junction points. Remove
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D.
E.
F.
G.
and discard cable if damaged during installation and replace it with new
cable.
7. Pulling Cable: Comply with manufacturer’s recommendations. Monitor
cable pull tensions.
UTP Cable Installation: Install using techniques, practices, and methods that
are consistent with Category 5e, 6 or 6a rating of components that ensure
performance of completed and linked signal paths, end to end.
1. Comply with TIA/EIA-568-C.2.
2. Install 110-style IDC termination hardware unless otherwise indicated.
3. Do not untwist UTP cables more than 1/2 inch from the point of
termination to maintain cable geometry.
Outdoor Cable Installation:
1. Install outdoor connections in enclosures complying with NEMA 250,
Type 4X. Install corrosion-resistant connectors with properly designed
O-rings to keep out moisture.
Open-Cable Installation:
1. Install cabling with horizontal and vertical cable guides in IT spaces with
terminating hardware and interconnection equipment.
2. Suspend copper cable not in a wireway or pathway a minimum of 8
inches above ceilings by cable supports not more than 60 inches apart.
3. Cable shall not be run through structural members or in contact with
pipes, ducts, or other potentially damaging items.
Separation from EMI Sources:
1. Separation between open communications cables or cables in
nonmetallic raceways and unshielded power conductors and electrical
equipment shall be as follows:
a. Electrical Equipment Rating Less Than 2 kVA: A minimum of 5
inches.
b. Electrical Equipment Rating between 2 and 5 kVA: A minimum of
12 inches.
c. Electrical Equipment Rating More Than 5 kVA: A minimum of 24
inches.
2. Separation between communications cables in grounded metallic
raceways and unshielded power lines or electrical equipment shall be as
follows:
a. Electrical Equipment Rating Less Than 2 kVA: A minimum of 2-1/2
inches.
b. Electrical Equipment Rating between 2 and 5 kVA: A minimum of 6
inches.
c. Electrical Equipment Rating More Than 5 kVA: A minimum of 12
inches.
3. Separation between communications cables in grounded metallic
raceways and power lines and electrical equipment located in grounded
metallic conduits or enclosures shall be as follows:
a. Electrical Equipment Rating Less Than 2 kVA: No requirement.
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b. Electrical Equipment Rating between 2 and 5 kVA: A minimum of 3
inches.
c. Electrical Equipment Rating More Than 5 kVA: A minimum of 6
inches.
4. Separation between Communications Cables and Electrical Motors and
Transformers, 5 kVA or HP and Larger: A minimum of 48 inches.
5. Separation between Communications Cables and Fluorescent Fixtures:
A minimum of 5 inches.
3. 4 POWER AND CONTROL-CIRCUIT CONDUCTORS
A. 120-V Power Wiring: Install according to Division 16400 "Low-Voltage
Electrical Power Conductors and Cables" unless otherwise indicated.
B. Minimum Conductor Sizes:
1. Class 1 remote-control and signal circuits, No. 14 AWG.
2. Class 2 low-energy, remote-control and signal circuits, No. 16 AWG.
3. Class 3 low-energy, remote-control, alarm and signal circuits, No. 12
AWG.
3. 5 CONNECTIONS
A. Comply with Equipment Manufacturer’s recommendations for connecting,
terminating, and identifying wires and cables.
3. 6 FIRESTOPPING
A. Comply with requirements in Section 07800 "Penetration Firestopping."
B. Comply with TIA-569-B, "Firestopping" Annex A.
3. 7 GROUNDING
A. For communications wiring, comply with J-STD-607-A.
B. For low-voltage wiring and cabling, comply with requirements in Division
16 "Grounding and Bonding for Electrical Systems."
3. 8 IDENTIFICATION
A. Identify system components, wiring, and cabling complying with TIA/EIA606-A. Comply with requirements for identification specified in Division 16
"Identification for Electrical Systems."
END OF SECTION
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SECTION 16700
COMMUNICATIONS CABLING
SECTION 16700
DATA/VOICE COMMUNICATIONS HORIZONTAL CABLING AND EQUIPMENT:
AUDIOVISUAL (AV), SECURITY SYSTEM AND TELEVISION COAXIAL CABLING
PART 1
GENERAL
1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS
A. Drawings and General Provisions of the Contract, including General
Requirements 01000 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.
1.2 SUMMARY
A. Section Includes:
1. Pathways.
2. UTP cabling.
3. Cable connecting hardware, patch panels, and cross-connects.
4. Telecommunications outlet/connectors.
5. Cabling system identification products.
6. Cable management system.
7. Security System Power and Signaling Cables
8. Audiovisual System (AV) Cabling
9. Coaxial Television Cables
B. Horizontal UTP data/voice cables outlet locations and drop counts at each
workstation outlet are shown on the IT Drawings. What follows is a
description of the general principles of installation for cabling to various
areas of the facility.
1. Horizontal data cable and its connecting hardware provide the means of
transporting networking signals between the telecommunications
outlets/connectors and the horizontal cross-connect located in the Room
109 Labeled IDF.
a) Existing network cabling is terminated in a full-height 19” relay rack
in the IDF. Since a new, certified cable system with a long-term
manufacturer’s warranty is to be installed, the legacy cabling is to be
removed prior to the installation of new. Existing rack will be used
to support new system components.
b) This cabling and its connecting hardware are called the "permanent
link," a term that is used in the testing protocols.
c) The permanent link with attached patch cords is referred to as the
“channel” in testing protocols.
2. The maximum allowable horizontal unshielded twisted-pair (UTP)
copper cable length is 295 feet (90 m). This maximum allowable length
does not include an allowance for a total length of up to 33 feet (10 m)
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for the two patching cords on the ends of the permanent link running to
workstation and distribution equipment.
3. Horizontal Data Cable Plant refers to UTP cables running to Offices,
Ceilings, Conference Room and Board Room, Work Areas and
Commons Areas.
4. All installed UTP cabling is to be installed in conformance with the
568B Wiring Color Scheme.
5. Other cable types include power and signal cabling for the Access
Control System and signal cables for the AV System. These cables are to
be installed by the contractors installing equipment for these services.
6. Installing contractors for all disciplines are to coordinate their efforts
with each other under the direction of the General Contractor (GC).
Workstation Outlet Cables – Unless otherwise indicated, two (2) blue
horizontal Category 6 UTP cables are to be run to each indicated
workstation outlet.
1. Cat6 cabling to be installed by LV Cabling Contractor.
2. To be supported by “ring and string” infrastructure with a single-gang
cut-in caddie and a pull string run inside the wall cavity to the aboveceiling area.
Access Point Cables – Unless otherwise indicated, a yellow horizontal
Category 6a UTP cable is to be run to each indicated Wireless Access Point
(WAP) location.
1. Wireless Access Point cabling to be installed by LV Cabling Contractor.
2. WAP to be mounted to overhead ceiling-tile support system.
3. Terminate cable using 2-port surface outlet box attached to aboveceiling building structure.
4. Use twenty (20) foot yellow patch cable to allow “tuning” the position of
the WAP.
Camera Cables – Unless otherwise indicated, one (1) yellow horizontal
Category 6 UTP cable is to be run to each indicated Surveillance Camera
(CAM) location.
1. IP-based Camera cabling to be installed by LV Cabling Contractor.
2. Interior Cameras are to be mounted to overhead ceiling-tile support
system.
3. Exterior Cameras are to be mounted to single-gang boxes rated for the
environment with 1” conduit extending inside the building into
accessible space. Install grommets on conduit end to protect cables.
4. Terminate cable using 2-port surface outlet box attached to aboveceiling building structure.
5. Use five (5) foot yellow patch cable, or longer, to run from camera to
nearest accessible space.
Audiovisual (AV) Cabling – To be installed by AV subcontractor. AV
cabling within this facility will be of three (3) types:
1. HDMI – single jacket digital AV cable with imbedded video and audio
signals. Used to support contemporary computers, laptops and tablets
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with HDMI port or port adapter supporting HDMI Standard. Cable
distance limitation by Standard is 16’ although active cables and cables
with larger conductors may be used for longer distances.
2. VGA/3.5mm – dual or hybrid single jacket AV cable with video via a
multi channel cable and audio provided by a single shielded cable. Used
to support traditional computers, laptops and tablets with VGA port or
port adapter. For the purposes of this facility, these cables are not
distance-limited.
3. VGA – female-to-female, faceplate-to-faceplate single jacket jumper
cables to allow Flat Panel Displays in Boardroom to be “daisy-chained”
together with the UST projector to mirror its image. For the purposes of
this facility, these cables are not distance limited.
G. Access Control System Cabling: Option #1 – Analog Access Control
System: Traditional signal and powering security system cables are to be run
from wall-mounted Access Controller Equipment (mounted in the IDF) and
door-adjacent gateways, card readers, keypads and door locking hardware
via conduit cable pathways and backboxes mounted on the secure side of
monitored doorways.
1. Analog Security Cabling is to be installed by Security Systems
Subcontractor.
2. Control cables routed from Access Controller to door control hardware
and card readers to be housed at/near the door in ½” conduits and singlegang backboxes as required. Elsewhere, use support system attached to
building structure.
a) Card Readers -- use flush-mounted or mullion-mounted junction
boxes suitable for purpose and location.
b) Door Control Hardware – use cable routing and terminations as
required by manufacturer.
2. Terminate power and signaling cables as required at Central Access
Controller Equipment and directly to access control equipment mounted
above and beside secure doors.
3. Security Contractor is to procure and install equipment and cables
required for an operational, fully functioning system.
H. Access Control System Cabling: Option #2 – IP-Based Access Control
System: Unless otherwise indicated, one (1) yellow horizontal Category 6
UTP cable is to be run to an above-ceiling location over each doorway
equipped which Access Control equipment. All Access Control Equipment,
cables and cable outlets to be mounted on the secure side of the door.
1. Access Control Equipment and Signal Cabling between gateway and
door security equipment to be installed by Security Systems Contractor.
2. Data Cables supporting IP-Based Security System to be installed by LV
Cabling Contractor.
3. Terminate UTP cable using 2-port surface outlet box attached to aboveceiling building structure.
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4. Use five (5) foot patch cable, or longer, to run from Access Control
Gateway to 2-port surface outlet box in accessible space.
5. Control cables routed from Access Control Gateway to door control
hardware and card readers to be housed in ½” conduits as required.
a) Card Readers -- use flush-mounted or mullion-mounted junction
boxes suitable for purpose and location.
b) Door Control Hardware – use cable routing and terminations as
required by manufacturer.
4. Except for UTP drop cables, the Security Contractor is to procure and
install equipment and all other cables required for an operational, fully
functioning system.
I. Projector Monitoring Cable – Unless otherwise indicated, a single yellow
horizontal Category 6 UTP cables is to be run to each indicated UST
interactive projector location. Cat6 UTP cabling to be installed by LV
Cabling Contractor.
1. Terminate cable inside surface-mounted NEMA enclosure using 2-port
surface outlet box attached to inside surface of enclosure. Patch cable is
to be routed via SM Raceway through projector mount to projector.
J. Presentation Station Data and AV Cabling – Unless otherwise indicated,
two (2) blue horizontal Category 6 UTP cables are to be run to each
associated presentation station outlet/faceplate located near indicated
interactive projector locations where Audiovisual (AV) signal cables are
also housed (Symbol = ∆2+AV).
1. HDMI, VGA and shielded audio AV Cabling to be installed by the AV
Installation Subcontractor.
2. Board Room – mount IT/AV cables onto flush wall-mounted faceplate.
3. Conference Room – mount IT/AV cables onto flush faceplate mounted
in cut-in floorbox for extension into tabletop cuddy.
4. In Chief’s Office (Rm 120), IT and AV cables are to be routed through
floor-mounted “Connectrac” under carpet raceway, up a table let to be
terminated in tabletop cuddy.
K. Television / CATV Cables – a single RG-6 coaxial cable it to be run to
television locations as well as to AV Enclosures in Board Room and
Conference room to provide standard TV signals via a coax cable headend
or satellite dish.
1. Coaxial Cables are to be installed by the AV Installation Subcontractor.
2. For Flat Panel Displays, locate CATV female “F” connector onto singlegang Wallplate immediately behind set for use with a short patch cable
between faceplate and FPD.
a) It is anticipated that the FPD’s tuner or a set top box from the service
provider can be used to demodulate the television signal and present
it to the FPD via HDMI output.
b) If set top box is equipped with a handheld IR remote, it must be
placed in the line-of-sight of the operator or an IR repeater should be
employed.
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3. For UST Projectors in Board Room and Conference Room, locate
CATV male “F” connector inside AV Enclosure for termination directly
onto ATSC tuner or set-top box with HDMI output to present
video/audio signal to projector.
a) It is anticipated that a set top box from the service provider can be
used to demodulate the television signal.
b) If set top box is equipped with a handheld IR remote and the unit is
mounted inside the AV enclosure, an IR repeater on the outside of
the enclosure in the line-of-site of the operator should be employed.
1.3 WORK INCLUDED
A. The work included under this Section consists of furnishing all labor,
equipment, materials and supplies and performing all operations necessary
to complete, test, certify and provide a long-term warranty for the
installation of this structured cabling system in compliance with the
specifications and drawings. The Low Voltage Telecommunications
contractor will provide and install all of the required material to form a
complete, operational system whether specifically addressed in the technical
specifications or not.
B. The Work for LV Contractor includes but is not limited to:
1. Furnish and install a complete data-wiring infrastructure for computers,
VoIP phones, printers, scanners, wireless access points, cameras, access
control gateways, projectors, etc.
2. Furnish, install, terminate, test and certify all UTP cable.
3. Furnish and install all cable support hardware, wall plates, jacks, relay
racks, cabinets, ladder racking, patch panels, and patch cords.
4. Furnish any other material required to form complete systems.
5. Perform permanent link testing (100% of links) and certification of all
components.
6. Furnish test results of all UTP cabling to the owner, consultant and/or
designee on disk and paper format, listed by workstation ID.
7. Adhere and comply with all requirements of manufacturer’s installation,
quality and warranty programs.
Provide owner, consultant and/or designee all UTP cable system
documentation. (Testing / Certification documentation, Long Term
Warranty Registration and As-built drawings).
C. The Work for the AV Contractor includes but is not limited to:
1. Furnish and install cabling required to connect AV equipment with
computers being used for AV presentations.
2. Furnish and install AV faceplate and connectors required to terminate
AV cables.
3. Connect AV cables to AV equipment and test connections.
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air television programming on designated presentation equipment.
5. Test all connections to verify satisfactory performance.
D. The Work for the Security System Subcontractor includes but is not limited
to:
1. Furnish and install low voltage and signaling cabling required to connect
and make functional access control systems at designated locations.
2. Test all connections and system components to assure satisfactory
performance.
1.4 RELATED SECTIONS
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
Section 07800, Firestopping
Section 13700, Security Access and Surveillance
Section 13713, Conductors for Electronic Security
Section 16060, Grounding and Bonding
Section 16200, Grounding Systems
1.5 REFERENCES AND STANDARDS
All documents listed below shall be the most current releases. The Contractor
has the responsibility to determine and adhere to the most recent release when
developing the proposal for installation. The following documents are an
integral part of these specifications and are incorporated as regulatory references
for the Work:
A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and
Supplementary Conditions and Division 1 Specification Sections, apply to
this Section.
B. ANSI/NEC/BICSI and ANSI/TIA-568-C.0 Generic Telecommunications
Cabling for Customer Premises.
C. ANSI/TIA-568-C.1, Commercial Building Telecommunications Cabling
Standard Part 1: General Requirements
D. ANSI/TIA-568-C.2, Commercial Building Telecommunications Cabling
Standard Part 2: Balanced Twisted-Pair Cabling Components
E. ANSI/TIA-568-C.3, Commercial Building Telecommunications Cabling
Standard Part 3: Optical Fiber Cabling Components
F. ANSI/TIA-569 Standard, Commercial Building Standard for
Telecommunications Pathways and Spaces.
G. ANSI/TIA-607 Commercial Building Grounding and Bonding
Requirements for Telecommunications.
H. ANSI T1.404 (DS3) and CATV Applications
I. National Electrical Code (NEC) (Latest revision and pertinent addendums)
J. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Publications (Latest revisions
and pertinent addendums)
K. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
L. NFPA 101, National Fire Protection Association
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M. NFPA 70, National Fire Protection Association
1. Comply with latest version of NFPA 70
N. UL 294, Underwriters Laboratories Access Control Systems
O. UL 1037, Underwriters Laboratories Anti-Theft Alarms and Devices
P. UL 1076, Underwriters Laboratories Propriety Burglar Alarms Units and
Systems.
Q. In the event of conflicts between the above referenced standards, the more
stringent standard shall apply. In any event, the Cabling Subcontractor shall
not supersede specifications and standards from the most recent NFPA and
NEC publications. In the event of conflicts between documents referenced
herein and the contents of these Specifications and Drawings, the
Subcontractor shall notify in writing the owner, consultant and designee of
any such occurrences before purchasing any equipment, materials and/or
installation by the Subcontractor. The owner, consultant and/or designee
will notify the Subcontractor of any actions required to resolve these
conflicts. Such actions may include but are not limited to: design changes,
equipment, materials and/or installation changes.
1.6 DEFINITIONS
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
F.
G.
H.
I.
J.
K.
L.
M.
N.
O.
P.
Q.
R.
S.
T.
U.
AFC – Above Finished Countertop – horizontally oriented faceplate
AFF – Above Finished Floor
AFS – Above Finished Surface – horizontally oriented faceplate
AHJ – Authority Having Jurisdiction
ANSI: American National Standards Institute.
ASTM: American Society for Testing and Materials
BICSI: Building Industry Consulting Service International.
Cross-Connect: A facility enabling the termination of cable elements and
their interconnection or cross-connection.
EMI: Electromagnetic interference.
IDC: Insulation displacement connector.
Ladder Cable Tray (Ladder Rack): A fabricated structure consisting of two
longitudinal side rails connected by individual transverse members (rungs).
LAN: Local area network.
MUTOA: Multiuser telecommunications outlet assembly, a grouping in one
location of several telecommunications outlet/connectors.
NEC: National Electrical Code.
NECA: National Electrical Contractors Association.
NEMA: National Electronics Manufacturers Association.
NFPA: National Fire Protection Agency.
NRTL: Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory.
Outlet/Connectors: A connecting device in the work area on which
horizontal cable or outlet cable terminates.
RCDD: Registered Communications Distribution Designer.
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drilled, #12x24 threaded holes for mounting equipment or with EIA-310-D
square punched holes to support specialized clip-in metric or UNF threaded
nuts (M6, #10-32 or #12-24).
TDDM: Telecommunications Distribution Methods Manual.
TIA: Telecommunications Industry Association.
UL: Underwriters Laboratories Inc.
UTP: Unshielded twisted pair.
1.7 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
A. General Performance: Category 6/6a horizontal cabling system shall comply
with transmission standards in ANSI/TIA-568-C.1, when tested according
with test procedures of this standard.
B. All Low Voltage Power and AV and Access Control Cabling to be tested
between connectors and confirmed to have full connectivity with no opens,
shorts or crossed connectors in any cables.
1.8 ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS
A. Coordinate layout and installation of telecommunications and cabling
pathways and cabling with GC, other trades and consultant.
B. Coordinate layout and installation of telecommunications and other cabling
with consultant.
C. Coordinate telecommunications and other outlet/connector locations with
location of furniture and power receptacles in all areas.
D. Coordinate layout and installation of WAN / LAN equipment with
consultant as well as with equipment and service suppliers.
E. Coordinate equipment patching with consultant and/or designee as well as
with WAN/LAN/Voice equipment service suppliers.
1.9 QUALITY ASSURANCE/CONTROL OF INSTALLATION
A. Company/Contractor Qualifications:
1. The certified manufacturer telecommunications contractor shall be a
company specializing in communication cable and/or accessories with a
minimum of five years documented experience in installation of cable
and/or accessories similar to those specified herein.
2. The Telecommunications contractor shall not subcontract the installation
of the communications cabling system, termination or testing without the
written permission of the owner, consultant and/or designee. If any
work is subcontracted it shall be to a Manufacturer Certified Installation
Company.
3. The Telecommunications contractor shall not subcontract temporary
labor. All the contractor employees shall be full time, and proof showing
full time employment must be on file.
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4. The Telecommunications contractor is responsible to assure that the
workmanship and installation practices are in accordance with the
Manufacturer’s Certified Programs and must provide a minimum
warranty of twenty (20+) years for one of the following manufacturers:
a) Panduit’s PAN-NET Performance Guarantee,
b) CommScope Uniprise,
c) Legrand/Ortronics NetClear warranties, or
d) Approved Other
5. All systems including installation, products and applications are to be
included in the warranty.
6. Any subcontractor or supplemental labor personnel must be an approved
Manufacturer Certified Installer of the product and meet experience and
BICSI training requirements. Provide copies of certifications as proof of
compliance.
7. Contractor shall not use Subcontractors or Supplemental Labor without
prior written approval from the consultant and/or designee. If approved,
the subcontractor or supplemental labor force shall be bound by this
document.
8. The Cabling Contractor shall review the cabling design and electrical
drawings and confirm all conduit and other rough-in device quantities
and sizes to be acceptable with regard to the telecommunications cabling
installation during the bid process. Any discrepancies found shall be
immediately brought to the attention of the architect, consultant and/or
designee for resolution.
9. AV and Security Contractors shall meet same qualifications criteria as
applicable to their trade as those mentioned above for LV Cabling
Contractor.
Installer/Personnel Qualifications: LV Cabling Installer must have personnel
certified by BICSI on staff.
1. Layout Responsibility: Preparation of Shop Drawings and Cabling
Administration Drawings, and field testing program development by an
RCDD.
2. Installation Supervision: Installation shall be under the direct supervision
of Registered Technician who shall be present at all times when Work of
this Section is performed at Project site.
3. Testing Supervisor: Currently certified by BICSI as an RCDD to
supervise on-site testing.
Electrical Components, Devices, and Accessories: Listed and labeled as
defined in NFPA 70, by a qualified testing agency, and marked for intended
location and application.
Telecommunications Pathways & Spaces: Comply with TIA/EIA-569-A.
Grounding: Comply with ANSI-J-STD-607-A.
Monitor quality control over suppliers, manufacturers, products, services,
site conditions, and workmanship, to produce Work of specified quality.
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G. LV Cable Contractor to be responsible for conducting all testing and
inspection or paying for same, if they have no qualified personnel for such
activities.
H. AV and Access Control Contractor to be responsible for testing their own
cable plants and demonstrating test results for owner’s records.
I. Comply fully with manufacturers' instructions, including each step in
sequence.
J. Should manufacturers' instructions conflict with Contract Documents,
request clarification from consultant or designee before proceeding.
K. Comply with specified standards as a minimum quality for the Work except
when more stringent tolerances, codes, or specified requirements indicate
higher standards or more precise workmanship.
L. Perform the Work by persons qualified to produce workmanship of specified
quality.
1.10 WARRANTY
A. The Telecommunications contractor is responsible to assure that the
workmanship and installation practices are in accordance with the
Manufacturer’s Certified Programs and must provide a minimum warranty
of twenty (20) years.
1.11 PROJECT CONDITIONS
A. Environmental Limitations: Do not deliver or install cables and connecting
materials until wet work in spaces is complete and dry, and temporary
HVAC system is operating to maintain ambient temperature and humidity
conditions at occupancy levels during the remainder of the construction
period.
1.12 SUBMITTALS
A. Product Data: For each type of product indicated.
B. Shop Drawings:
1. Cabling administration drawings and printouts.
2. Cross-connects and patch panels. Detail mounting assemblies, and show
elevations and physical relationship between the installed components.
3. System Labeling Schedules: Electronic copy of labeling schedules that
are part of the cabling and asset identification system.
C. Source quality-control reports.
D. Field quality-control reports.
E. Maintenance Data: For equipment and connectors to include in maintenance
manuals.
F. Testing Documentation:
1. Provide three hard copies and one electronic copy (CDROM or DVD) of
test reports for horizontal UTP cables. Test reports provided in
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electronic format shall include a shareware copy of the appropriate
software for managing the reports in Comma-Separated Values (CSV)
format.
2. Documentation (printed form) shall be submitted to the owner,
consultant and/or designee within five working days of the completion
of each testing phase (e.g., subsystem, cable type, area, floor, etc.).
1.13 FIELD SAMPLES
A. Provide and Install field samples at the site if required by individual
specifications Sections to owner, consultant and/or designee for review.
B. Acceptable samples represent a quality level for the Work.
1.14 MANUFACTURERS' FIELD SERVICES AND REPORTS
A. When specified in individual specification Sections, require material or
Product suppliers or manufacturers to provide qualified staff personnel to
observe site conditions, conditions of surfaces and installation, quality of
workmanship, start-up of equipment, test, adjust, and balance of equipment
as applicable, and to initiate instructions when necessary.
B. Individuals to report observations and site decisions or instructions given to
applicators or installers that are supplemental or contrary to manufacturers'
written instructions.
C. Submit report in duplicate within 30 days of observation to Architect,
Owner and Consultant for review.
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PRODUCTS
2. 1 PATHWAYS
A. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, available
manufacturers offering products that may be incorporated into the Work
include, but are not limited to, the following:
1. Carlon
2. Erico/Caddy
3. Hubbell, ICC
4. Legrand
5. Morris
6. NewTech
7. Panduit
8. Siemon/RouteIT
9. Or approved equal.
B. Support of Open Cabling: NRTL labeled for support of Category 6/6a
cabling, designed to prevent degradation of cable performance and pinch
points that could damage cable.
1. Support brackets with cable tie slots for fastening cable ties to brackets.
2. Lacing bars, spools, J-hooks, and D-rings.
3. Straps and other devices.
C. Backless Low Voltage Cut-In Mounting Plate Bracket with Pull String to
accessible space installed – AKA “Ring and String” mounting system: 1 &
2-gang, metallic or non-metallic.
D. Conduit and Boxes: Comply with requirements in Division 26 Section
"Raceway and Boxes for Electrical Systems."
1. Outlet boxes shall be no smaller than 2 inches (50 mm) wide, 3 inches
(75 mm) high, and 2-1/2 inches (64 mm) deep.
2.1
HORIZNTAL CABLING DESCRIPTION
A. Horizontal data cable and its connecting hardware provide the means of
transporting signals between the telecommunications outlet/connector and
the horizontal cross-connect located in the communications equipment
room. This cabling and its connecting hardware are called a "permanent
link," a term that is used in the testing protocols.
1. TIA/EIA-568-C.1 requires that a minimum of two telecommunications
outlet/connectors be installed for each work area.
2. Horizontal cabling shall contain no more than one transition point or
consolidation point between the horizontal cross-connect and the
telecommunications outlet/connector.
3. Splices shall not be installed in the horizontal cabling.
B. A work area is approximately 100 sq. ft. and includes the components that
extend from the telecommunications outlet/connectors to the station
equipment.
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C. The maximum allowable horizontal cable length is 295 feet (90 m). This
maximum allowable length does not include an allowance for the length of
33 feet (10 m) to the workstation equipment or in the horizontal crossconnect or data switch ports.
2.2
PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
A. General Performance: Horizontal cabling system shall comply with
transmission standards in TIA/EIA-568-C.1 for Category 6/6a UTP when
tested according to test procedures of this standard.
B. Surface-Burning Characteristics: Comply with ASTM E 84; testing by a
qualified testing agency. Identify products with appropriate markings of
applicable testing agency.
1. All cables used for low voltage connections in this facility shall be
plenum-rated.
C. Electrical Components, Devices, and Accessories: Listed and labeled as
defined in NFPA 70, by a qualified testing agency, and marked for intended
location and application.
D. Grounding: Comply with J-STD-607-A.
2.3
UTP CABLE
A. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, available
manufacturers offering products that may be incorporated into the Work
include, but are not limited to, the following:
1. AMP/Tyco.
2. Belden Inc.
3. Berk-Tek; a Nexans company.
4. CommScope, Inc.
5. General Cable
6. Leviton
7. Mohawk; a division of Belden Networking, Inc.
8. Nordex/CDT; a subsidiary of Cable Design Technologies.
9. Superior Essex Inc.
10. SYSTIMAX Solutions; a CommScope, Inc. brand.
11. Or approved equal.
B. Description:
1. Horizontal Cables running to workstation outlets, data drops and VoIP
telephones – 100-ohm, four-pair UTP, covered with a blue thermoplastic
jacket.
2. Horizontal Cables running to overhead, above-ceiling or wall-mounted
devices such as Cameras, Access Points or Access Control Gateways –
100-ohm, four-pair UTP, covered with a yellow thermoplastic jacket.
3. Horizontal Cables – all locations:
a. Comply with ICEA S-90-661 for mechanical properties.
b. Comply with TIA/EIA-568-C.1 for performance specifications.
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c. Comply with TIA/EIA-568-C.2, Category 6a depending on usage
and application.
d. Listed and labeled by an NRTL acceptable to authorities having
jurisdiction as complying with UL 444 and NFPA 70 for the
following types:
1) Communications, Plenum Rated: Type CMP, complying with
NFPA 262.
2) Multipurpose, Plenum Rated: Type MPP, complying with NFPA
262.
UTP CABLE HARDWARE
A. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, available
manufacturers offering products that may be incorporated into the Work
include, but are not limited to, the following:
1. AMP/Tyco.
2. Belden Inc.
3. Dynacom Inc.
4. Hubbell Premise Wiring.
5. Leviton Commercial Networks Division.
6. Molex Premise Networks; a division of Molex, Inc.
7. Ortronics/Legrand/Wiremold
8. Panduit Corp.
9. Siemon Co.
10. Or approved equal.
B. General Requirements for Cable Connecting Hardware: Comply with
TIA/EIA-568-C.2, IDC type, with modules designed for punch-down caps
or tools. Cables shall be terminated with connecting hardware of same
category or higher.
C. Patch Panel: Flat or Angle-faced modular panels (depending on installed
location) housing multiple-numbered cutouts with IDC-type modular inserts
for Category 6 or 6a at each position as required for permanent termination
of groups of installed cables.
1. Number of Jacks per Field: One for each four-pair UTP cable indicated
plus 25% spares and blank positions adequate to suit specified expansion
criteria.
2. Modular insert color shall match that of the serving cable.
D. Jacks and Jack Assemblies: Category 6 and 6a Modular, color-coded, eightposition modular receptacle units with integral IDC-type terminals.
1. Match insert colors to cable jacket color.
E. UTP Patch Cords:
1. To be provided by Low Voltage Contractor – left in shipping packages
in Data Center Main Room for installation by Network Service Provider.
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MULTIUSER TELECOMMUNICATIONS OUTLET ASSEMBLY (MUTOA)
AKA “WORKSTATION OUTLETS”
A. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, available
manufacturers offering products that may be incorporated into the Work
include, but are not limited to, the following:
1. Belden Inc.
2. Chatsworth Products, Inc.
3. Hubbell Premise Wiring.
4. Leviton
5. Molex Premise Networks; a division of Molex, Inc.
6. Ortronics, Inc.; a subsidiary of Legrand Group.
7. Panduit Corp.
8. Siemon Co.
9. Or approved equal.
B. Description: MUTOAs shall meet the requirements for cable connecting
hardware.
1. Number of Terminals per Field: One for each conductor in assigned
cables.
2. Number of Connectors per Field:
e) One for each four-pair UTP cable indicated.
f) One for each four-pair conductor group of indicated cables, plus 25
percent spare positions.
g) Mounting: Recessed in ceiling, floor, wall, desk and furniture, as
required.
3. NRTL listed as complying with UL 50 and UL 1863.
4. Label shall include maximum length of work area cords, based on
TIA/EIA-568-C.1.
5. When installed in plenums used for environmental air, NRTL listed as
complying with UL 2043.
2.6
TELECOMMUNICATIONS OUTLETS/CONNECTORS
A. Jacks: 100-ohm, balanced, twisted-pair connector; four-pair, eight-position
modular. Comply with TIA/EIA-568-C.1. Category 6a, as required.
B. Outlets in Offices, Conference Rooms Classrooms, Labs and Workrooms:
One-port-connector assemblies mounted in single-gang faceplate.
1. Plastic Faceplate: High-impact plastic. Coordinate color with Section
262726 "Wiring Devices."
2. Metal Faceplate: Stainless steel, complying with requirements in Section
262726 "Wiring Devices."
3. For use with snap-in jacks accommodating any combination of UTP, AV
and Coaxial work area cords.
4. Legend: Snap-in, clear-label covers and machine-printed paper inserts.
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C. Outlets Supporting Single Devices (i.e. Cameras, Wireless Access Points
and Access Control Gateways): Two-port-connector assemblies mounted
onto building structure or overhead bulkheads in accessible space.
1. Typically mounted to structure in accessible, above-ceiling areas.
2. Surface-mounted Assembly: High-impact plastic.
3. For use with snap-in jacks accommodating UTP cords.
4. Legend: Machine printed, in the field, using adhesive-tape label, or
5. Legend: Snap-in, clear-label covers and machine-printed paper inserts.
2.7
GROUNDING
A. Comply with requirements in Section 260526 "Grounding and Bonding for
Electrical Systems" for grounding conductors and connectors.
B. Comply with J-STD-607-A.
2.8
IDENTIFICATION PRODUCTS
A. Comply with TIA/EIA-606-A and UL 969 for labeling materials, including
label stocks, laminating adhesives, and inks used by label printers.
B. Comply with requirements in Section 260553 "Identification for Electrical
Systems."
2.9
SOURCE QUALITY CONTROL
A. Factory test UTP cables on reels according to TIA/EIA-568-C.1.
B. Factory test UTP patch cables according to TIA/EIA-568-C.2.
C. Factory-sweep test coaxial cables at frequencies from 5 MHz to 1 GHz.
Sweep test shall test the frequency response or attenuation over frequency,
of a cable by generating a voltage whose frequency is varied through the
specified frequency range and graphing the results.
D. Test low voltage and signal cabling to be used for AV and Access Control
Systems for continuity and shorts between conductors.
E. Cable will be considered defective if it does not pass tests and inspections.
F. Prepare test and inspection reports.
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EXECUTION
3.1 WIRING METHODS
A. Install cables in J-hook pathways in above-ceiling accessible spaces along
hallways except within wall-mounted raceway, consoles, cabinets, desks,
and counters. Conceal pathways and cables except in unfinished spaces.
1. Install plenum cable in environmental air spaces, including plenum
ceilings.
B. Once cables leave the J-hook pathway, Install secondary cable branches to
building structure with secondary bundles running parallel or perpendicular
to walls and partitions.
C. Install cables in floorboxes in conduits provided for the purpose.
D. Conceal conductors and cables in accessible ceilings, walls, and floors
where possible.
E. Wiring within Enclosures and Relay Racks:
1. Bundle, lace, and train conductors to terminal points with no excess and
without exceeding manufacturer's limitations on bending radii.
2. Install lacing bars and distribution spools.
3. Install conductors parallel with or at right angles to sides and back of
enclosure.
3.2 INSTALLATION OF CABLES
A. Comply with NECA 1.
B. General Requirements for Cabling:
1. Comply with TIA/EIA-568-C.1.
2. Comply with BICSI ITSIM, Ch. 6, "Cable Termination Practices."
3. Install Category 6 and 6a 110-style IDC termination hardware unless
otherwise indicated.
4. Use 568B Wiring Color Scheme
5. MUTOA shall not be used as a cross-connect point.
6. Terminate all conductors; no cable shall contain unterminated elements.
Make terminations only at indicated outlets, terminals, cross-connects,
and patch panels.
7. Cables may not be spliced. Secure and support cables at intervals not
exceeding 30 inches and not more than 6 inches from cabinets, boxes,
fittings, outlets, racks, frames, and terminals.
8. Install lacing bars to restrain cables, to prevent straining connections,
and to prevent bending cables to smaller radii than minimums
recommended by manufacturer.
9. Bundle, lace, and train conductors to terminal points without exceeding
manufacturer's limitations on bending radii. Install lacing bars and
distribution spools.
10. Do not install bruised, kinked, scored, deformed, or abraded cable. Do
not splice cable between termination, tap, or junction points. Remove
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and discard cable if damaged during installation and replace it with new
cable.
11. Cold-Weather Installation: Bring cable to room temperature before
dereeling. Heat lamps shall not be used for heating.
12. In the communications equipment room, install a 10-foot-long service
loop on each cable.
13. At workstation outlets, install a 1-foot-long service loop on each cable.
14. Pulling Cable: Comply with BICSI ITSIM, Ch. 4, "Pulling Cable."
Monitor cable pull tensions.
UTP Cable Installation:
1. Comply with TIA/EIA-568-C.2.
2. Do not untwist UTP cables more than 1/2 inch from the point of
termination to maintain cable geometry.
Open-Cable Installation:
1. Install cabling with horizontal and vertical cable guides in
telecommunications spaces with terminating hardware and
interconnection equipment.
2. Suspend UTP cable not in a wireway or pathway a minimum of 8 inches
above ceilings by cable supports not more than 60 inches apart. Cables
should not drape more than 6” between support points.
3. Cable shall not be run through structural members or in contact with
pipes, ducts, or other potentially damaging items.
Group connecting hardware for cables into separate logical fields.
Separation from EMI Sources:
1. Comply with BICSI TDMM and TIA-569-B for separating unshielded
copper voice and data communication cable from potential EMI sources,
including electrical power lines and equipment.
2. Separation between open communications cables or cables in
nonmetallic raceways and unshielded power conductors and electrical
equipment shall be as follows:
a) Electrical Equipment Rating Less Than 2 kVA: A minimum of 5
inches.
b) Electrical Equipment Rating between 2 and 5 kVA: A minimum of
12 inches.
c) Electrical Equipment Rating More Than 5 kVA: A minimum of 24
inches.
3. Separation between communications cables in grounded metallic
raceways and unshielded power lines or electrical equipment shall be as
follows:
a) Electrical Equipment Rating Less Than 2 kVA: A minimum of 2-1/2
inches.
b) Electrical Equipment Rating between 2 and 5 kVA: A minimum of 6
inches.
c) Electrical Equipment Rating More Than 5 kVA: A minimum of 12
inches.
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4. Separation between communications cables in grounded metallic
raceways and power lines and electrical equipment located in grounded
metallic conduits or enclosures shall be as follows:
d) Electrical Equipment Rating Less Than 2 kVA: No requirement.
e) Electrical Equipment Rating between 2 and 5 kVA: A minimum of 3
inches.
f) Electrical Equipment Rating More Than 5 kVA: A minimum of 6
inches.
5. Separation between Communications Cables and Electrical Motors and
Transformers, 5 kVA or HP and Larger: A minimum of 48 inches.
6. Separation between Communications Cables and Fluorescent Fixtures:
A minimum of 5 inches.
3.3 FIRESTOPPING
A. Comply with requirements in Section 078413 "Penetration Firestopping."
B. Comply with TIA-569-B; Annex A, "Firestopping."
C. Comply with BICSI TDMM, "Firestopping Systems" Article.
3.4 GROUNDING
A. Install grounding in IDF according to BICSI TDMM, "Grounding, Bonding,
and Electrical Protection" Chapter.
B. Comply with J-STD-607-A.
C. Locate grounding bus bar or grounding bus lug to minimize the length of
bonding conductors. Fasten to wall allowing at least 2-inch clearance behind
the grounding terminal. Connect grounding bus bar with a minimum No. 4
AWG grounding electrode conductor from grounding bus bar to suitable
electrical building ground.
D. Bond metallic equipment to the grounding bus bar, using not smaller than
No. 6 AWG equipment grounding conductor.
3.5 IDENTIFICATION
A. Identify system components, wiring, and cabling complying with TIA/EIA606-A. Comply with requirements for identification specified in Section
260553 "Identification for Electrical Systems."
B. Comply with requirements in Section 099123 "Interior Painting" for
painting backboards. For fire-resistant plywood, do not paint over
manufacturer's label.
C. Cable Schedule: Post in prominent location in equipment room (IDF). List
incoming and outgoing cables and their designations, origins, and
destinations. Protect with clear plastic cover. Furnish an electronic copy of
final comprehensive schedules for Project.
D. Cabling Administration Drawings: Show building floor plans with cabling
administration-point labeling. Identify labeling convention and show labels
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for telecommunications closets, backbone pathways and cables, entrance
pathways and cables, terminal hardware and positions, horizontal cables,
work areas and workstation terminal positions, grounding terminals and
pathways, and equipment grounding conductors. Follow convention of
TIA/EIA-606-A. Furnish electronic record of all drawings, in software and
format selected by IT Director and/or designee – AutoCAD and PDF.
E. Cable and Wire Identification:
1. Label each cable within 4 inches of each termination and tap, where it is
accessible in a cabinet or junction or outlet box, and elsewhere as
indicated.
2. Label each terminal strip and screw terminal in each cabinet, rack, or
panel.
a) Individually number wiring conductors connected to terminal strips,
and identify each cable or wiring group being extended from a panel
or cabinet to a building-mounted device shall be identified with
name and number of particular device as shown.
b) Label each unit and field within distribution racks and frames.
3. Identification within Connector Fields in Equipment Rooms and Wiring
Closets: Label each connector and each discrete unit of cableterminating and connecting hardware.
4. Uniquely identify and label work area station cables extending from the
MUTOA to the work area. These cables may not exceed the length
stated on the MUTOA label.
F. Labels shall be preprinted or computer-printed type with printing area and
font color that contrasts with cable jacket color but still complies with
requirements in TIA/EIA-606-A.
1. Cables use flexible vinyl or polyester that flex as cables are bent.
3.6 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL
A. Perform the following tests and inspections with the assistance of a factoryauthorized service representative:
1. Visually inspect UTP cable jacket materials for NRTL certification
markings. Inspect cabling terminations in communications equipment
rooms for compliance with color-coding for pin assignments, and inspect
cabling connections for compliance with TIA/EIA-568-C.1.
2. Visually confirm Category 6 or 6a marking on outlets, cover plates,
outlet/connectors, patch panels, cables and patch cords and station
cables.
3. Visually inspect cable placement, cable termination, grounding and
bonding, equipment and patch cords, and labeling of all components.
4. UTP Performance Tests:
a) Test for each outlet. Perform the following tests according to
TIA/EIA-568-C.1 and TIA/EIA-568-C.2:
1) Wire map.
2) Length (physical vs. electrical, and length requirements).
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3) Insertion loss.
4) Near-end crosstalk (NEXT) loss.
5) Power sum near-end crosstalk (PSNEXT) loss.
6) Equal-level far-end crosstalk (ELFEXT).
7) Power sum equal-level far-end crosstalk (PSELFEXT).
8) Return loss.
9) Propagation delay.
10) Delay skew.
5. Final Verification Tests: Perform verification tests for UTP systems after
the complete communications cabling and workstation outlet/connectors
are installed.
b) Data Tests: These tests assume the Information Technology Provider
has a network installed and is available to assist with testing.
Connect to the network interface device at the demarcation point.
Log onto the network to ensure proper connection to the network.
B. Data for each measurement shall be documented. Data for submittals shall
be printed in a summary report that is formatted similar to Table 10.1 in
BICSI TDMM, or transferred from the instrument to the computer, saved as
text files, and printed and submitted.
C. End-to-end cabling will be considered defective and require remediation or
replacement if it does not pass tests and inspections.
D. Prepare test and inspection reports.
END OF SECTION
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