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PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1
RELATED DOCUMENTS
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A.
Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary
Conditions and Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.
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SUMMARY
A.
Section Includes:
1.
1.3
Multi-tenant and single family audio and color video door entry system.
DEFINITIONS
Retain definition(s) remaining after this Section has been edited.
A.
CCTV: Closed-circuit television.
B.
CPU: Central processing unit.
C.
I/O: Input/Output.
D.
LAN: Local area network.
E.
PC: Personal computer. Applies to the central station, workstations, and file servers.
F.
PDF: Portable Document Format. The file format used by the Acrobat document-exchangesystem software from Adobe.
G.
RF: Radio frequency.
H.
ROM: Read-only memory. ROM data are maintained through losses of power.
I.
TCP/IP: Transport control protocol/Internet protocol incorporated into Microsoft Windows.
J.
TWAIN: Technology without an Interesting Name. A programming interface that lets a
graphics application, such as an image editing program or desktop publishing program, activate
a scanner, frame grabber, or other image-capturing device.
K.
USB: Universal serial bus.
L.
WAN: Wide area network.
M.
Wiegand: Patented magnetic principle that uses specially treated wires embedded in the
credential card.
N.
Windows: Operating system by Microsoft Corporation.
1.4
ACTION SUBMITTALS
A.
Product Data: For each type of product indicated.
B.
Shop Drawings: Include plans and details.
1.
Installation diagrams.
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Wiring Diagrams. System and component wiring diagram. Show typical wiring
schematics.
Samples for indoor stations, outdoor stations, modules, and system components are available from ABB
upon request. Retain "Samples" Paragraph below to require samples.
C.
1.5
Samples: For indoor stations, outdoor stations, modules, and system components.
CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS
A.
Operation and Maintenance Data: For security system to include in emergency, operation, and
maintenance manuals. In addition to items specified in Section 017823 "Operation and
Maintenance Data," include the following:
1.
2.
3.
1.6
Microsoft Windows based configuration software.
Hard copies of manufacturer's specification sheets, operating specifications, design
guides, user's guides and PDF files on CD-ROM or USB flash drive of the hard-copy
submittal.
System installation and setup guides.
QUALITY ASSURANCE
A.
Source Limitations: Obtain central station, workstations, controllers, Identifier readers, and all
software through one source from single manufacturer.
B.
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.
C.
Comply with NFPA 70, "National Electrical Code."
D.
Manufacturer Qualifications: ISO 9001:2008 Certified company.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1
MANUFACTURERS
See Editing Instruction No. 1 in the Evaluations for cautions about naming manufacturers. Retain one of
two paragraphs and list of manufacturers below. See Section 016000 "Product Requirements."
A.
Basis-of-Design Product: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide ABB Low Voltage
Products, member of ABB Group; Welcome Door Entry System or comparable product by one
of the following:
1.
2.
3.
4.
Aiphone.
Comelit USA.
Siedle.
<Insert manufacturer’s name>.
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DESCRIPTION
A.
General System Characteristics.
1.
2.
System Wiring: Single pair non-polarized wiring.
Outdoor Stations:
a.
b.
c.
3.
System Capacity:
a.
b.
4.
5.
6.
7.
B.
System Components: Made of UL94V0 material.
System Controller: Serves primary power source for a system.
Keypad Password: Individually customized at outdoor station with a keypad module to
allow or disallow operator access to program functions for each location.
System shall be capable of monitoring and reporting door status.
Outdoor Stations: Factory assembled or field assembled from modules.
Indoor Stations.
Guard Stations.
Switch Actuators.
System Components:
a.
b.
c.
d.
2.3
System able to accommodate up to 60 buildings in a networked system.
System capable of accommodating up to 250 different addresses (apartments)
within an isolated system.
Components:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
C.
Modular.
IP54 and IK07 rated.
Providing up to 18 V and 4 A to power door lock.
System controller.
Switch actuators.
Gateway.
IP Gateway.
Integrating smart devices (iOS™ and Android™) requires access to mobile data network or
WiFi. The appropriate APP also has to be installed on the device.
OPERATION
A.
Security access system shall use a single database for access-control and credential-creation
functions.
B.
System Configured to Facilitate:
1.
2.
3.
Calling indoor station from outdoor ststion and communicating.
Calling guard station from outdoor station and communicating.
Calling indoor station from indoor station and communicating.
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4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
C.
Number of Locations:
1.
2.
3.
D.
250 addresses (apartments) per isolated system.
Up to 9 outdoor stations can be linked to indoor station.
60 isolated systems can be networked.
Keypad Module: 6000 unique 3-8 character passcodes.
Card Reader Module: 3000 ID or IC cards can be registered per card reader.
System Network Requirements:
1.
2.
F.
Isolated System: Supporting up to 250 addresses.
Single system capable of being configured to have up to 69 different isolated subsystems.
Single indoor station capable of being linked to up to 9 different outdoor stations within
same system.
System Capacity:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
E.
Calling guard station from indoor station and communicating.
Calling outdoor station and indoor station from mobile application.
Unlocking electric doors from indoor stations, outdoor stations, guard stations, connected
mobile devices, and connected telephones.
Monitoring surveillance cameras.
Sending emergency messages from indoor stations to guard stations.
Granting access in case of emergency.
Granting access control and output access data (via display module).
TCP/IP integration linking allowing globalization of audio, video, and access control via
Ethernet interface to local area network (LAN) or wide area network (WAN).
Calling, door, and programmable control via existing PBX based telephone systems via
available analog extension on central telephone system exchange.
Single pair wiring components.
Connections to wireless network (LAN) or data network is required to integrate smart
devices (iOS™ and Android™) to the system.
Door Hardware Interface:
Coordinate door hardware specified in Section 087100 "Door Hardware" and Section 087111 "Door
Hardware (Descriptive Specification)" to function with the controls and PC-based software and hardware
in this Section.
1.
2.
Comply with requirements in Section 087100 "Door Hardware" and Section 087111
"Door Hardware (Descriptive Specification)" for door hardware required to be monitored
or controlled by the security access system.
Electrical characteristics of system shall match the signal and power requirements of door
hardware.
a.
b.
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Outdoor Station: Provide up to 18V DC 4A impulsive current to drive door locks;
and 30V DC 1A for NC or NO operations.
Switch Actuator: Capable of switching 120V AC or 30V DC 4A circuits.
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OUTDOOR STATIONS:
A.
General Characteristics:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
B.
Outdoor Stations: Modular construction, IP54 or equivalent.
Outdoor stations and its modules shall be powered by its associated system controller or
auxiliary power supply.
Outdoor stations shall call residents and guard stations.
Mounting: Flush mounted or surface mounted.
Capable of unlocking up to 2 door locks.
Single outdoor station provides 18V DC 4A power to a door lock.
Outdoor stations shall be backlit.
Modules:
1.
Camera Module:
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
2.
Audio Module:
a.
b.
3.
Voice Synthesis: Optional.
Pushbutton: Options available.
Display and Card Reader Module:
a.
b.
c.
d.
4.
104 degree viewing angle.
Adjustable by up to 15 degrees horizontally or vertically.
Allows integration of CCTV inputs.
Equipped with infrared lighting.
Equipped with anti-fog mechanism.
Compatible with either ID or IC cards.
Output: 26 bit and 33 bit weigand output.
Card reader shall also open door locks.
Digital visual indicator shall provide visible and audible status indications and user
prompts. Indicate whether user passage requests have been accepted or rejected,
and whether the door is unlocked.
Keypad Module:
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
g.
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Memory: Store up to 3000 names in memory.
Calling Codes: Supporting up to 6 digit calling codes.
Customized Passwords: Allowing up to 6000 customized passwords.
Able to be configured with a PC via USB port.
Equipped with progressive sorting as input is entered.
Allows direct communication with guard station.
Unlocks door when correct code is entered.
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INDOOR STATIONS
A.
General Characteristics:
1.
2.
B.
Indoor stations and its modules shall be powered by its associated system controller or
auxiliary power.
Each address can have an unlimited number on indoor stations provided adequate power
is provided and only one is set as a master while the rest are set to slave mode.
7 inch (178 mm) Touch Screen Hands-Free Indoor Station.
1.
Color display: 7 inch (178 mm) with intuitive touch control.
2.
Functions:
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
g.
h.
i.
j.
k.
l.
m.
3.
4.
C.
Communicate with other apartments, outdoor station, and guard station.
Communicate with iOS and Android smart devices through mobile app.
Connects to up to 9 outdoor stations.
Optional induction loop available.
Records visitor images automatically on an external SD card.
Call forwarding.
May be connected as a doorbell.
Scroll through connected CCTV cameras.
Blacklist unwanted callers.
Leave away message for visitors.
Visitors can leave voicemail.
Sends emergency messages to guard unit.
Multi-function Programmable Button.
Mounting: [Table] [or] [Surface].
Color: [Black] [White].
4.3 inch (109 mm) Video Hand's Free Indoor Station.
1.
Color display: 4.3 inch (109 mm) with 480 X 272 pixel resolution.
2.
Functions:
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
g.
h.
i.
j.
k.
l.
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Communicate with other apartments, outdoor station, and guard station.
Communicate with iOS and Android smart devices through mobile app.
Connects to up to 9 outdoor stations.
Optional induction loop available.
Controls up to 199 actuators.
Storage: Up to 50 images.
May be used to extend the doorbell function
Able to forward calls to other addresses.
Scroll through connected CCTV cameras.
Blacklist unwanted calls from other addresses.
Sends emergency messages to guard unit.
Multi-function Programmable Button
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4.
D.
Mounting: [Table] [Flush] [or] [Surface].
Replacement Face Cover Colors: [White] [Silver] [Black] [Golden] [Light Blue].
4.3 inch (109 mm) Video Handset Indoor Station.
1.
Color display: 4.3 inch (109 mm) with 480 X 272 pixel resolution.
2.
Functions:
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
g.
h.
i.
j.
k.
l.
m.
3.
4.
E.
Mounting: [Table] [or] [Surface].
Replacement Face Cover Colors: [White] [Silver] [Black] [Golden] [Light Blue].
Audio Handset Indoor Station.
1.
Handheld device with replicable handset.
2.
Functions:
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
g.
h.
i.
j.
k.
F.
Communicate with other apartments, outdoor station, and guard station.
Automatically records 2 images of each visitor when a call is received from an
outdoor station.
Communicate with iOS and Android smart devices through mobile app.
Connects to up to 9 outdoor stations.
Optional induction loop available.
Controls up to 199 actuators.
Storage: Up to 25 images.
May be used to extend the doorbell function
Able to forward calls to other addresses.
Scroll through connected CCTV cameras.
Blacklist unwanted calls from other addresses.
Sends emergency messages to guard unit.
Two Multi-function Programmable Buttons.
Communicate with other apartments, outdoor station, and guard station.
Communicate with iOS and Android smart devices through mobile app.
Optional induction loop for hearing aid assistance.
Controls up to 199 actuators.
Can call transfer to guard unit or other addresses.
LED status indicators.
Unlock doors.
Programmable buttons.
Communicate with outdoor station.
Ringtones: 5.
Button Options: [3] [6].
Audio Hands-Free Indoor Station.
1.
Hands-free device.
2.
Functions:
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a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
g.
h.
i.
2.6
Communicate with other apartments, outdoor station, and guard station.
Communicate with iOS and Android smart devices through mobile app.
Controls up to 199 actuators.
Can call transfer to guard unit or other addresses.
LED status indicators.
Unlock doors.
Programmable buttons.
Communicate with outdoor station.
Ringtones: 5.
GUARD STATIONS
A.
Guard units shall be powered by associated system controller or auxiliary power supply.
B.
Equipped with Audio handset and Video touchscreen display.
C.
Able to call by name or apartment number.
D.
Capable of controlling up to 199 actuators.
E.
Capable of communicating directly with outdoor stations. Able to screen all or a subset of
residents' incoming calls.
F.
Capable of unlocking doors.
G.
Mounting: Wall mounted or to table mounted.
H.
Units shall store missed calls and alarm messages.
2.7
SYSTEM COMPONENTS
A.
Made from UL94 V0 rated materials.
B.
Components shall be din rail mountable.
C.
Complying with UL-60950-1 standard for information technology equipment safety.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1
EXAMINATION
A.
Examine pathway elements intended for cables. Check raceways, cable trays, and other
elements for compliance with space allocations, installation tolerances, hazards to cable
installation, and other conditions affecting installation.
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B.
Examine roughing-in for LAN and control cable conduit systems to PCs, controllers, card
readers, and other cable-connected devices to verify actual locations of conduit and back boxes
before device installation.
C.
Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.
3.2
PREPARATION
A.
Comply with recommendations in SIA CP-01.
B.
In meetings with Architect and Owner, present Project planning documents and review, adjust,
and prepare final setup documents. Use final documents to set up system software.
3.3
CABLING
A.
Comply with NECA 1, "Good Workmanship in Electrical Construction."
B.
Install cables and wiring according to requirements in Section 280513 "Conductors and Cables
for Electronic Safety and Security."
Retain one of first two paragraphs below.
C.
Wiring Method: Install wiring in raceway and cable tray except within consoles, cabinets,
desks, and counters. Conceal raceway and wiring except in unfinished spaces.
D.
Wiring Method: Install wiring in raceway and cable tray except within consoles, cabinets,
desks, and counters and except in accessible ceiling spaces and in gypsum board partitions
where unenclosed wiring method may be used. Use NRTL-listed plenum cable in
environmental airspaces, including plenum ceilings. Conceal raceway and cables except in
unfinished spaces.
E.
Install LAN cables using techniques, practices, and methods that are consistent with
Category 5E rating of components and fiber-optic rating of components, and that ensure
Category 6 and fiber-optic performance of completed and linked signal paths, end to end.
3.4
SYSTEM SOFTWARE AND HARDWARE
A.
3.5
Install and test hardware for the complete and proper operation of systems involved. Assign
software license to Owner.
FIELD QUALITY CONTROL
A.
Perform tests and inspections.
Retain subparagraph below to require a factory-authorized service representative to assist Contractor with
inspections, tests, and adjustments.
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Manufacturer's Field Service: Engage a factory-authorized service representative to
inspect components, assemblies, and equipment installations, including connections, and
to assist in testing.
See Section 014000 "Quality Requirements" for retesting and reinspecting requirements and
Section 017300 "Execution" for requirements for correcting the Work.
B.
Devices and circuits will be considered defective if they do not pass tests and inspections.
C.
Prepare test and inspection reports.
3.6
PROTECTION
A.
Maintain strict security during the installation of equipment and software. Rooms housing the
control station, and workstations that have been powered up shall be locked and secured with an
activated burglar alarm and access-control system reporting to a central station complying with
UL 1610, "Central-Station Burglar-Alarm Units," during periods when a qualified operator in
the employ of Contractor is not present.
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