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ICT Standards v1.9

Questions or Concerns Please Contact:

Charles Stockmaster, ICT Manager/BICSI Cert.

Email: [email protected]

Phone: (567) 661-7500

Shane M. O’Neil, ICT Specialist/BICSI Technician

Email: [email protected]

Phone: (567) 661-7609


TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. GENERAL ............................................................................................................. 4

1.1 EFFECTIVE DATE ......................................................................................................... 4 1.2 PURPOSE .................................................................................................................... 4 1.3 APPLICATION ............................................................................................................. 4 1.4 DEFINITIONS .............................................................................................................. 4

2. SCOPE OF WORK ................................................................................................ 6

3. QUALITY ASSURANCE ....................................................................................... 6

3.1 QUALIFICATIONS ....................................................................................................... 6 3.2 WARRANTY AND GUARANTEE .................................................................................. 8 3.3 REGULATORY REFERENCES ..................................................................................... 10 3.4 NFPA COMPLIANCE ................................................................................................. 11 3.5 NEMA COMPLIANCE ................................................................................................ 11 3.6 ANSI/TIA COMPLIANCE ........................................................................................... 11 3.7 IEEE AND ISO COMPLIANCE ..................................................................................... 11 3.8 UL COMPLIANCE ...................................................................................................... 11

4. PRODUCTS ........................................................................................................ 11

4.1 GENERAL .................................................................................................................. 11 4.2 CABLES ..................................................................................................................... 12 4.3 CROSS CONNECT HARDWARE ................................................................................. 14 4.4 OUTSIDE PLANT ....................................................................................................... 16 4.5 COAXIAL CABLE ........................................................................................................ 16

5. EXECUTION ....................................................................................................... 16

5.1 CABLE RUNS AND CABLE ROUTING ......................................................................... 16 5.2 INSTALLATION OF WIRELESS LAN SYSTEM ............................................................. 20 5.3 INSTALLATION OF CAMERAS ................................................................................... 23 5.4 INSTALLATION OF WORK AREA OUTLET ................................................................. 24 5.5 INSTALLATION OF INSTRUCTOR WORK AREA OUTLET ........................................... 25 5.6 INSTALLATION OF MEDIA OUTLETS ........................................................................ 27 5.7 EQUIPMENT AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS ROOMS ............................................. 33 5.8 SOUND REINFORCEMENT AND PAGING SYSTEMS ................................................. 44 5.9 ACCESS CONTROL AND SECURITY SYSTEMS ........................................................... 44


6. LABELING .......................................................................................................... 45

6.1 GENERAL .................................................................................................................. 45 6.2 COPPER .................................................................................................................... 45 6.3 FIBER ........................................................................................................................ 46 6.4 ER/TR RACKS ............................................................................................................ 47 6.5 COAXIAL CABLE ........................................................................................................ 47

7. TESTING ............................................................................................................. 48

7.1 GENERAL .................................................................................................................. 48 7.2 COPPER TESTING ..................................................................................................... 48 7.3 FIBER TESTING ......................................................................................................... 49 7.4 COAXIAL TELEVISION TESTING ................................................................................ 49

8. SUBMITTALS ..................................................................................................... 49

8.1 RECORDS AND DRAWLINGS .................................................................................... 49 8.2 CABLING SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION ..................................................................... 49 8.3 INSTALLATION SIGNOFF DOCUMENTATION .......................................................... 49


1. GENERAL 1.1 EFFECTIVE DATE This document is revision 1.9, issued on October 8th, 2018 and supersedes all previous revisions. 1.2 PURPOSE The purpose of this document is to provide a guideline for the standardization of ICT Systems for Owens Community College. This standard specifies the basic requirements of any contractor installing or servicing ICT cable and related hardware for Owens Community College. Owens Community College expects contractors to take ownership and responsibility for the services they provide. This document sets forth a basic list of requirements for the quality processes used by such contractors and is not to be considered all-inclusive. 1.3 APPLICATION This document is intended to apply to any company or contractor providing or potentially supplying installation services for ICT systems for Owens Community College. Other obligations and responsibilities may additionally apply per contract or other agreements; this document in no way supersedes such agreements but may be referenced to provide support or clarification of those requirements. All requirements described herein are broadly defined so as to be suitable for most situations. It is the minimum standard by which all installation work and/or construction documents should be based. Any modifications to these standards, for any particular project, must be approved in writing by Owens Community College ICT Department prior to being put into effect. 1.4 DEFINITIONS 1.4.1

From herein, Information & Communication Technologies (ICT) refers to any copper structured cabling, fiber, voice, audio/visual systems, security, access control, sound reinforcement, wireless access points, and cameras.

1.4.2

From herein, all companies, contractors, sub-contractors or other entities installing ICT and related equipment for Owens Community College, shall be referred to as the “Contractor”.

1.4.3

From herein, Owens Community College and OCC ICT Department shall be referred to as the “Owner”


1.4.4 BICSI: Building Industry Consulting Service International 1.4.4.1 RCDD: Registered Communications Distribution Designer 1.4.4.2 ICT: Information and Communications Technology 1.4.5 ANSI/TIA:

American National Standards Institute/Telecommunications Industry Association

1.4.6 NEC National Electrical Code 1.4.7 NFPA National Fire Protection Association 1.4.8 NEMA National Electrical Manufacturers Association 1.4.9 ISO/IEC

International Organization for Standardization and International Electro technical Commission 1.4.10 IEEE Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers 1.4.11 UL Underwriters Laboratories 1.4.12 ER Equipment Room 1.4.13 TR Telecommunications Room 1.4.14 EC Equipment Cabinet


2. SCOPE OF WORK The extent of the ICT systems to be installed is indicated on separate detailed drawings, schedules, contract documents, and work orders. The Contractor shall furnish and install conduits, cable trays, cables, cable supports, wall plates, jacks, connectors, patch cords, patch panels, patch panel organizers, equipment racks, data cabinets, equipment shelves, distribution blocks, or other related ICT equipment, as indicated on detailed drawings, schedules, contract documents, and cable pull requests. The Contractor shall bid the project as specified and shown on the drawings and associated documents. The drawings illustrate the work specified and are intended to agree in every respect with one another and with these specifications. All discrepancies that appear shall be brought to the attention of the Owner for correction. No omission from any drawing shall release the Contractor from furnishing equipment, materials, or services called for by these specifications. Any deviation, alteration, or substitution from the drawings and specifications shall be fully documented by the Contractor and submitted as a voluntary alternate to the bid 10 days prior to the bid opening. Any substitutions will follow section 2.5 of State of Ohio Standard Requirements for Public Facility Construction. Approval of request for substitution of products, processes, or procedures other than those specified will be contingent upon submission of acceptable documentation, and shall be the sole decision of the Owner. Before any work is to be completed, proper drawings and specs shall be provided to the Owen’s ICT Department for sign off and approval. This will include overall acceptance and acknowledgement of these specifications. Signature must be done prior to prints being released for bid. Copies of these sign offs should be included in the final submittals of the AS-Built documentation and testing results.

3. QUALITY ASSURANCE 3.1 QUALIFICATIONS Owens requires that only BICSI Certified ICT contractors/engineers perform design, project management, and installation services in the construction of the Owens structured cabling infrastructure. Pursuant to this, Owens wants to ensure that successful contractors have the manufacture authorizations, capabilities, qualifications, financial stability, and experience to complete ICT installations using common industry practices (BICSI, ANSI, TIA, NEC, NEMA, NFPA, etc.) while meeting all Owens guidelines.


3.1.1

The awarded contractor must be able to install, service, and warranty the specified products prior to the time of bid and throughout the duration of the installation. Manufacturer certifications should be valid for any and all projects completed by Contractor. Owens requires only Leviton Certified Contractors perform installation services in the construction of the Owens ICT infrastructure.

3.1.2

The Contractor shall maintain the required registrations and certifications throughout the durations of the project.

3.1.3 The Contractor shall have a currently registered and certified BICSI RCDD on staff as a full-time employee who will be ultimately responsible to the Owner for all the work performed by the Contractor and/or sub-contractors

3.1.4 Copies of manufacturer and BICSI certifications shall be provided with all submitted bids.

3.1.5 The project foreman for the installation shall be a currently registered BICSI (ICT) Technician.

3.1.6 All tradesmen and installer/technicians performing work under this specification and associated ICT specifications shall be a currently registered BICSI (ICT) Technician, BICSI (ICT) Installer 2, or BICSI (ICT) Installer 1. All apprentices or tradesmen shall work under the direct supervision of a current BICSI registered (ICT) Technician.

3.1.7 Proof of manufacturer and BICSI certifications shall be provided to Owner at any time upon request. If certifications cannot be presented in a timely manner, individuals will be asked to leave the job site and not return until documentation can be provided. 3.1.8 The Contractor shall have experience in the installation and testing of similar systems as specified herein shall meet the requirement of having continuously performed ICT installation work for a period of at least five (5) years.


3.1.9 If the Contractor does not meet all the contractor qualifications in accordance with this document, the Contractor shall hire a sub-contractor that meets theses qualification requirements to install the ICT portions of the project. 3.1.10 The Contractor shall own and maintain the tools and equipment necessary for the successful installation, labeling, and testing of optical fiber, Category 3, Category 5e, Category 6, and Category 6A copper cabling, copper backbone cabling, A/V, security, and CATV cabling distribution systems, and shall have personnel who are adequately trained in the proper use and care of such tools and equipment. All workmanship by the Contractor shall be of the HIGHEST quality. The Contractor shall clean and organize the work area daily and all space where work has taken place will be secured and /or locked as appropriate.

3.2 WARRANTY AND GUARANTEE

3.2.1 The Contractor shall submit all the required documentation and test results for wire and product warranties. The warranty shall be based fully upon the design contained herein, meeting all manufacturer specifications, standards for installation, and materials. Once submitted and approved, the Contractor shall forward the signed warranty registration form and warranty certificate to the Owner. 3.2.2 The Contractor shall guarantee all other equipment to be free from inherent defects in design, workmanship, and material. Equipment shall function properly and continuously under all operating conditions required, specified, or reasonably implied in the contract documents. 3.2.3 The Contractor shall replace, at no expense to the Owner, total equipment or any component thereof, found defective, upon delivery or within 2 years from date of final inspection and acceptance by the Owner. 3.2.4 All drawings, specifications, other contract documents, and the Owner’s proprietary information shall be returned to the Owner upon satisfactory completion of the work.


3.2.5 All product manuals shall be left with the Owner and product manual PDFs shall be compiled into one document sent to Owner after completion of the project. 3.2.6 Leviton & Berk-Tek Warranty Information

1.1 WARRANTY

A. The horizontal communications cabling system installed shall be eligible for coverage by a Limited Lifetime Warranty to the end user.

1. Horizontal channels shall be completed with Leviton Network Solutions factory-terminated copper and/or fiber optic patch cords in order to be eligible for the applicable Berk-Tek or Leviton Warranty with channel performance guarantees.

2. Approved product shall be listed on the most recent version of the applicable Berk-Tek Leviton Technologies data sheets for each Berk-Tek Leviton Technologies solution.

B. Certified Installer/Certified Integrator shall provide labor, materials, and documentation in accordance with Berk-Tek and Leviton Network Solutions requirements necessary to ensure that the Owner will be furnished with a Limited Lifetime Warranty.

C. The installed structured cabling system shall provide a warranty guaranteeing installed channel performance above the ANSI/TIA 568.2-D requirements for Cat 5e, Cat 6, and/or Cat 6A cabling systems or ISO 11801 requirements for Cass D, Class E, and/or Class Ea.

1. Standards-compliant channel or permanent link performance tests shall be performed in the field with a Berk-Tek Leviton Technologies approved certification tester in the appropriate channel or permanent link test configuration. See 1.8 A.1 above for channel requirements.

D. Necessary documentation for warranty registration shall be provided to the manufacturer by the installer (within 10 days) following 100 percent testing of cables.

1. Submit test results to Leviton Network Solutions or to Berk-Tek, in the certification tester’s original software files.

2. Installer shall ensure that the warranty registration is properly submitted, with all required documentation within 10 days of project completion.

3. Certified Contractor/Certified Integrator must adhere to the terms and conditions of the respective manufacturer’s warranty programs.

E. Installer shall ensure that the Owner receives the manufacturer issued project warranty certificate within 60 calendar days of warranty registration.


3.3 REGULATORY REFERENCES 3.3.1

ANSI/TIA-568.0-D, Generic Communications Cabling for Customer Premises 3.3.2

ANSI/TIA-568.1-D, Commercial Building Telecommunications Infrastructure Standard

3.3.3

ANSI/TIA-568.2-D, Balanced Twisted-Pair Communications Cabling and Components Standard

3.3.4 ANSI/TIA-568.3-D, Optical Fiber Cabling Components Standard 3.3.5

ANSI/TIA-569-D, Telecommunications Pathways and Spaces 3.3.6

ANSI/TIA-606-C, Administration Standard for Telecommunications Infrastructure

3.3.7

ANSI/TIA-607-C, Bonding and Grounding (Earthing) Requirements for Telecommunications

3.3.8 ANSI/TIA-942-B, Telecommunications Infrastructure Standard for Data Centers 3.3.9 ANSI/TIA-568.D-4, Broadband Coaxial Cabling and Components 3.3.10

ANSI/TIA-758-B Customer-Owned Outside Plant Telecommunications Infrastructure Standard

3.3.11

BICSI 001-2017, Information and Communication Technology Systems Design and Implementation Best Practices For Educational Institutional and Facilities

3.3.12 National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA-70), current edition


3.3.13 National Electrical Code (NEC), current edition 3.3.14 UL, Underwriters Laboratory 3.3.15

ANSI/TIA-4966, Telecommunications Infrastructure Standard for Educational Facilities, current edition

3.4 NFPA COMPLIANCE Comply with the latest revisions of NFPA, as well as any and all national, state, and local codes as applicable to wiring methods, construction, and installation of ICT cabling systems. 3.5 NEMA COMPLIANCE Comply with the latest revisions of NEMA 250 standards (et al.) pertaining to electrical and/or communication equipment and enclosures. 3.6 ANSI/TIA COMPLIANCE Comply with the latest revisions of ANSI/TIA 568.0-D, ANSI/TIA 568.1-D, ANSI/TIA 568.2-D, ANSI/TIA 568.3-D, ANSI/TIA 569-D, ANSI/TIA 606-C, ANSI/TIA 607-C, , ANSI/TIA-568.4-D, ANSI/TIA-942-B, ANSI/TIA-758-B as well as any and all national, state, and local standards for commercial building wiring for Telecommunications as applicable. ANSI/TIA-4966 shall be followed whenever possible. 3.7 IEEE and ISO COMPLIANCE Comply with Telecommunications cable systems standards of IEEE and ISO as applicable. 3.8 UL COMPLIANCE All components shall comply with the UL standards and be UL listed and labeled as applicable.

4. PRODUCTS 4.1 GENERAL 4.1.1

Only approved manufacturers of ICT cable system components, whose products have been in satisfactory use in similar services for not less than five years, shall be used. Components shall be of the latest type and design manufactured for the intended use, and shall be laid out and installed such as to afford easy maintenance and/or replacement without major disassembly of adjacent components.


4.1.2 Design and workmanship shall be in accordance with the requirements of the contract documents and subject to acceptance by the Owner.

4.1.3 Products pre-approved by the Owner for this specification are listed with manufacturer part numbers in relevant sections. Any alternative products require 10 days prior approval from the Owner before opening bid per section 2.5 of State of Ohio Standard Requirements for Public Facility Construction. 4.1.4 All products shall be bid as specified. Any deviation, alteration, or substitution of products not listed in this specification shall be fully documented by the Contractor and submitted as a voluntary alternate to the bid, 10 days prior to opening bid. The Contractor shall submit shop drawings and/or catalog cut sheets and technical specifications for any non-specification products for review and acceptance by the Owner. 4.1.5 All materials used on projects shall be new. Used and refurbished equipment is NOT permitted. Provide equipment to site in original packaging whenever practical. 4.1.6 The Contractor is responsible for scheduling all deliveries and providing proper receipt, handling, and storage of all materials. Protect all equipment form physical damages, (dents, scratches, dust, water, paint, chemicals, and temperature extremes) vandalism, or theft. The Contractor shall replace any damaged or stolen equipment. The Contractor is responsible for all equipment unit final project acceptance by Owner.

4.2 CABLES Unless specified otherwise on the drawings or in contract documents, ICT cables shall be as specified herein. All ICT cable used shall comply with the requirements as outlined in the National Electric Code (NEC), including local codes. All coper cabling shall bear CMP (Plenum Rated) and all fiber optic cabling shall bear OFNP (Plenum Rated). See appropriate sections for a listing of Owner approved manufacturers and part numbers. Alternates must be pre-approved by Owner.


4.2.1 HORIZONTAL CABLES 4.2.1.1

All Data and Voice horizontal cables shall consist of minimum Berk-Tek LANmark-2000 unshielded twisted pair CMP Cat6. The cable shall conform to the project requirements and comply with ANSI/TIA-568.2-D. All terminations shall comply with the T568B wiring topology.

4.2.1.2

All cables shall be installed per ANSI/TIA-568.2-D, ANSI/TIA-569-D, and ANSI/TIA-4966 per manufacturer’s instructions and recommendations.

4.2.1.3

Horizontal cables must be continuous runs with no intermediate splices or cross-connects.

4.2.1.4

Unless otherwise specified or noted on drawings, install Data and Voice cables to each location, terminated on modular jacks at the work outlet and terminated on Patch Panels in TR/ER. Furnish patch panels, terminate cables in numeric sequential order on the patch panels, and label both ends of the cable as specified in section 6 with printed labels.

4.2.1.5 Berk-Tek cabling color shall be used as per the following:

Horiz. Cable Color Purpose

Blue Data

White Voice

Orange Camera

Yellow WAP

Pink Projector/TV/Media

Green E-Card

Purple Utility/UPS

Black Security/Paging


4.2.1.6 Leviton Jack color shall be used as per the following:

4.2.2 FIBER OPTIC CABLES 4.2.2.1

Fiber optic cabling shall be plenum rated and conform to specifications contain in ANSI/TIA-492B, ANSI/TIA-568-.D-4, ANSI/TIA-598-D.

4.2.2.2

Berk-Tek armored fiber shall be used wherever possible and applicable. Otherwise, orange plenum rated innerduct shall be used.

4.2.2.3 Fiber optic runs shall be installed directly from the ER or equivalent to TRs and must be continuous runs with no intermediate splices or cross-connects.

4.2.2.4 Unless otherwise indicated on drawings, a minimum 24 strands single-mode tight buffer plenum Berk-Tek armored cable (OS2) part# PDPK024AB0707 shall be ran to each telecommunications room. Larger projects may require a larger fiber count. Confirm with Owner prior to bid.

4.3 CROSS CONNECT HARDWARE 4.3.1 GENERAL 4.3.1.1 Route all horizontal cables to equipment rack and terminate on the

patch panels as per drawings and the latest ANSI/TIA-568.2-D specifications and industry standards. All cross-connect hardware, patch panels and equipment racks shall be furnished and installed by the Contractor, and shall

Jack Color Purpose

Blue Data

White Voice

Ivory Voice Backbone

Orange Camera

Yellow WAP

Crimson Projector/TV/Media

Green E-Card

Purple Utility/UPS

Black Security/Paging


be electrically compatible with the horizontal cabling to ensure signal quality. See drawings and schedules for specific requirements. 4.3.1.2 All terminations shall comply with the T568B wiring topology. 4.3.1.3 See section schedules for listing of Owner approved manufacturers and part numbers. Alternates must be pre-approved by Owner.

4.3.2 VOICE CROSS-CONNECTS

4.3.2.1 All horizontal voice cables shall be terminated on Patch Panels. 4.3.2.2 All substitutions are subject to approval of the Owner

4.3.2.3 Furnish and install 110 connector blocks and cross-connect fields as directed by Owner 4.3.2.4 New horizontal voice cables shall be terminated on patch panels. Furnish and install patch panels and terminate cables in numeric sequential order on the patch panels and label both ends as specified in section 6 with printed labels

4.3.3 DATA CROSS-CONNECTS 4.3.3.1 Horizontal cables shall be terminated on patch panels. Furnish and install patch panels and terminate cables in numeric sequential order on the patch panels and label both ends as specified in section 6 with printed labels.

4.3.3.2 Fiber optic cables shall be terminated in Leviton 1000i SDX distribution and splice enclosures, sized accordingly to fiber count. Fiber shall have a 35ft fiber loop before termination at each end, coiled on Leviton fiber storage loop part# 48900-OFR, mounted on plywood wall. Unless otherwise specified or noted on drawings, terminate fiber cables with SC connectors, in numerical sequential order, placed horizontally identical at both ends inside enclosure and labeled at both ends as specified in section 6 with printed labels.


4.4 OUTSIDE PLANT 4.4.1 All outside plant ICT will follow ANSI/TIA-758-B and BICSI G1-17. 4.4.2

All outside plant ICT work and materials will be coordinated with Owen’s ICT department.

4.5 COAXIAL CABLE 4.5.1 All coax cable shall meet all specifications in ANSI/TIA-568.4-D. 4.5.2

All coax cable work and product wire shall be coordinated with Owen’s ICT department. See section 5.6.2 for product and material details.

5. EXECUTION

5.1 CABLE RUNS AND CABLE ROUTING All cable runs and routing shall comply with ANSI/TIA-568.2-D, ANSI/TIA-569-D and ANSI/TIA-4966, as applicable. 5.1.1 HORIZONTAL RUNS All horizontal cables shall have a maximum length of 90m (295ft.)

and shall be installed as single continuous “home-run” pulls from patch panel to work station outlet. No in line connectors, taps, splice etc., will be permitted. The maximum length of all patch cords and jumpers in the telecommunications closet or work areas shall be no more than 5m (16ft.), and the combined length of all patch cords both in the telecommunications closet and at the work area shall be no more than 10m (32ft.). A minimum of 2 horizontal ICT cables will be run to each outlet. 5.1.2 TERMINATION Cables shall be dressed and terminated in accordance with the recommendations made in the ANSI/TIA-568.2-D standard, manufacturer’s recommendations and best industry practices. The cable jacket shall be maintained as close as possible to the termination point and maintaining cable pair twist. All terminations shall comply with the T568 wiring topology.


5.1.3 PLENUM SPACES Unless noted otherwise, all above –ceiling space is to be considered return-air plenum space. All above-celling ICT cables are to be fire rated and installed as per NEC 800.154 (A). It is the responsibility of the Contractor to verify plenum rating requirements. 5.1.4 ABANDONED CABLE All communications cabling that has become abandoned as part of the new renovation projects, previous renovations projects, or temporary communication cables used during the construction process shall be completely removed. Abandoned communication cables that may have future use can remain in place if labeled clearly at both ends and at regular intervals of the cable run. Refer to NEC Article 800.52 for more information regarding the removal of abandoned communication cables. 5.1.5 CABLE ROUTING AND SUPPORT 5.1.5.1 Whenever possible, primary cable routing paths shall follow the logical structure of the building and shall follow hallways where applicable. Route all cables and cable raceways parallel or perpendicular to building structure. Unless otherwise noted, no diagonal runs shall be permitted. When a wall must be breached, cable shall pass through pre-established, sleeved openings, maintaining proper pipe fill ratio. Corridor crossovers should be kept to a minimum. 5.1.5.2 All cables shall be installed in a neat and professional manner. Cables shall be supported by the building structure in such a manner that the cable will not be damaged by normal building use. Cables shall not be attached to or laid directly on ductwork, mechanical systems, conduit, plumbing lines, fire suppression delivery systems, environmental sensors, ceiling grid or celling grid wires. Absolutely no vinyl, electrical tape, or zip ties shall be used to bundle, secure, or support any cable.

5.1.5.3 All cables shall be supported by cable tray, cable runway, or J-hooks. Tray and runway shall be used to their intended purpose. ICT cables shall not be strapped, taped, or attached by any means to the exterior of any conduit or raceway as means of support.


5.1.5.4 When exiting cable tray or conduits, cable bundles shall be supported via J-hooks (sized accordingly). J- hooks should be attached to building structures or framework at a maximum of 4 to 5 feet intervals.

5.1.5.5 When entering a TR/ER the Contractor shall bundle data cables, in bundles of 12, grouped by patch panel location. Cables shall be bundled using Velcro, snug, but not deforming the cable geometry. Cables secured to ladder rack should have one rung of slack before termination to patch panel. The Contractor shall adhere to minimum requirements for bending radius and pulling tension of all ICT cables as specified by the cable manufacturer and ANSI/TIA-568.2-D.

5.1.5.6 Vertical riser cables shall be supported on vertical cable tray, ladders, or J-hooks. Cabling must be adequately supported for the type and length of cable. 5.1.5.7 Avoid placing copper cables near sources of extreme heat (i.e. boilers, radiators, heat coils). 5.1.5.8 Any cabling installed in telecommunication rooms or equipment rooms shall be neatly placed in cable trays, runways, or horizontal and vertical rack/cabinet cable managers. D-rings should be avoided whenever possible and shall only be used if approved by Owner. Cables shall always be installed vertically/horizontally or at right angles to structure. 5.1.6 CABLE DAMAGE During installations, the contractor will assure all new cables are free of kinks, sharp bends, twists, cuts, tears, budges, or other physical damage which may cause physical or electrical characteristic alterations to the cable. If any such discrepancies are detected, the Contractor shall completely remove and replace any affected cables at the Contractors expense. No in-line connectors, taps, or other repairs will be permitted. 5.1.7 PAINT DAMAGE Paint products may affect the fire rating of the cable, as well as deteriorate the cable sheath, thus compromising the integrity and/or performance of the cable. In environments where cable is intentionally or unintentionally exposed to view, the cable shall not be painted. If the project includes painting, the Contractor shall ensure that all cable be protected from exposure to paint. If any cable is painted during the course of the project, the Contractor shall


completely remove and replace any affected cables at the Contractor’s expense. No in-line connectors, taps, splices, or other repairs will be permitted.

5.1.8 SEPARATION OF ICT AND POWER LINES To reduce or eliminate the effect of electromagnetic interference on data traffic, cable runs shall be kept away from all power lines and/or power emitting devices. The Contractor shall maintain minimum separation between ICT and power cables wherever possible as in accordance with NEC 800.133. ICT cables and power cables shall NEVER share the same raceway unless a permanent barrier is in place. If cables must share the same outlet box they will be separated with an approved barrier.

5.1.9 MODULAR WORKSTATION FURNITURE The Contractor shall coordinate the location of all cubicle workstation outlets with the architectural furniture layouts and Owner. It shall be the responsibility of the Owner and the partition manufacturer to assure that the partitions meet all requirements of the cabling system. If needed, the contractor shall furnish and install surface mounted raceways as required for modular furniture partition mounted workstation outlets. All work outlets shall be placed to insure end user device can be placed within 16 feet of outlet. 5.1.10 SERVICE LOOPS Selected locations including all WAPs and Cameras shall have at the minimum a 20 foot service loop. Additional length shall be coiled at their recommended minimum bend radius. The coil shall then be Velcro-tied and attached to a nearby support. The coil shall be located, if possible, above the workstation, and labeled properly. Absolutely no vinyl, electrical tape, or zip ties shall be used to secure any service loops.

5.1.11 WORKSTATION CABLE SLACK At the minimum, 16 inches of cable slack shall be left at each workstation. The cable slack shall be pushed back up the conduit. Cable shall NOT be coiled inside box unless noted otherwise.

5.1.12 PASS-THROUGHS 5.1.12.1 Where cables pass through walls, the Contractor shall provide the minimum sized sleeve to pass the cables through, including room for future expansion. All Pipe fill ratios must be followed and maintain 40% fill ratio. Sleeves will be EMT with bang on bushings at each end and secured using one-hole straps or


mini straps. All cutting, patching, and restoration to the original condition of walls, ceilings, floors, etc., shall be the responsibility of the Contractor.

5.1.12.2 The Contractor shall only use patching material approved by the Owner. Any non-approved material shall be removed and replaced by Owner approved material at the Contractors expense. 5.1.13 FIRESTOPPING 5.1.13.1 Sealing of openings between floors, through rated fire and smoke walls, existing or created by the Contractor for cable pass through shall be the responsibility of the Contractor. Creation of such openings as are necessary for cable passage between locations as shown on the drawings shall be the responsibility of the Contractor’s work. Any openings created by or for the Contractor and left unused shall also be sealed as part of this work. Sealing material and application of this material shall be accomplished in such a manner as to comply with NFPA standards and requirements as well as those required by local fire and building authorities. 5.1.13.2 All ICT cabling that penetrates fire-rated walls and structures shall be EZ-Path EZD 22, 33, or 44 as required by cable count at 40% fill with 50% future growth available.

5.1.13.3 The Contractor shall only use firestopping material approved by the Owner. Any non-approved material shall be removed and replaced with Owner approved material at the Contractor’s expense.

5.1.14 CONTRACTOR RESPONSIBILITY The Contractor shall be responsible for damage to any surfaces or work disrupted as a result of their work. Repair of surfaces, including painting, shall be included as necessary. All ceiling removal and restoration required for the execution of this work shall be the responsibility of the Contractor.

5.2 INSTALLATION OF WIRELESS LAN SYSTEM 5.2.1 WIRELESS ACCESS POINTS 5.2.1.1

Wireless access points model/brands will be coordinated with Owens Network Engineer.


5.2.1.2 Wireless access point locations to be coordinate with Owens Network Engineer. 5.2.1.3 Unless directed otherwise, in suspended ceiling, contractor shall provide and install a Leviton 2-port surface-mount quickport box. Box shall be secured with Velcro to service loop supported by J-hook. Attach appropriate length yellow Cat 6 patch cable to reach WAP, supplied by Contractor.

5.2.1.4 Provide 20 feet of cable for service loop to allow for future adjustment of WAP location. Secured with Velcro and supported by J-hook to building structure. Service loop shall maintain cable bend radius. 5.2.1.5 Access points in open ceiling shall be installed with 1” piped EMT to 4 in. Square box, a minimum 2-1/8in. deep, with single gang p-ring. Mount separate 4 in. Square box, a minimum 2-1/8in. deep, with 2 gang p-ring within reach of 3’ yellow patch cord from yellow jack.

ITEM QTY. MANUFACTURER PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION[1] 2 Berk-Tek 10167309 LANmark-2000 Premium Category 6 Plenum,Yellow

[2] 2 Leviton 61110-RY6 eXtreme Cat 6 QuickPort Connector, Yellow

[3] 1 Leviton 41089-2GP Surface-Mount QuickPort Box, 2-Port, Grey


5.2.1.6 Configuration and installation of access points to be completed by Owner. 5.2.1.7 Access points will be labeled as specified in section 6. Proper label should be printed on Leviton box and ceiling tile grid for easy viewing.

ITEM QTY. MANUFACTURER PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION[1] 1 Leviton 42080-2GS QuickPort Wallplate with ID Windows, Single Gang, 2-Port, Grey

[2] 2 Leviton 61110-RY6 eXtreme Cat 6 QuickPort Connector, Yellow

[3] 2 Berk-Tek 10167309 LANmark-2000 Premium Category 6 Plenum,Yellow


5.3 INSTALLATION OF CAMERAS 5.3.1 CAMERAS 5.3.1.1

Camera models/brands will be coordinated with Owens ICT Department. 5.3.1.2 Location of cameras to be coordinated with Owens Department of Public Safety. 5.3.1.3 Outside cameras with raceways entering the building shall slope upward from the outside at a 45 degree angle, drip loops shall be formed in the cables immediately before they enter the building. Contractor shall provide and install a Leviton 2-port surface-mount quickport. Box shall be secured with Velcro to service loop supported by J-hook. Attach orange Cat 6 patch cable from jack to outside camera, supplied by Contractor. 5.3.1.4 Unless directed otherwise, at each location in drop ceiling, Contractor shall provide and install tile bridges above ceiling grid with 4 in. Square box, a minimum 2-1/8in. deep, ¾” plastic bushing for knockout, and proper P-ring per camera model. Contractor shall provide and install a Leviton 2-port surface-mount quickport box. Box shall be secured with Velcro to service loop supported by J-hook closest to camera. Attach appropriate length orange Cat 6 patch cable to reach camera outlet, supplied by Contractor.

5.3.1.5 Provide 20 feet of cable for service loop to allow for future adjustment of camera location. Secured with Velcro and supported by J-hook to building structure. Service loop shall maintain cable bend radius. 5.3.1.6 Configuration and installation of cameras to be done by Owens ICT Department.

5.3.1.7 Cameras will be labeled as specified in section 6. Proper label should be printed on Leviton box and ceiling tile for easy viewing.

5.3.1.8 Typical Camera Outlet and product part numbers:


5.4 INSTALLATION OF WORK AREA OUTLET 5.4.1 WORK AREA OUTLET (WAO) 5.4.1.1 DEFINITION

Work Area Outlet is defined as any serviceable standalone general purpose outlet. It should be used in any location that is not specifically defined.

5.4.1.2 All Work Area Outlets will have a minimum of a 1” EMT stub up with bang on bushing. Installed on 4 in. Square box, a minimum 2-1/8in. deep.

5.4.1.3 A minimum, 16 inches of cable slack shall be left at each outlet. The cable slack will be pushed back up the conduit and not coiled inside box unless noted otherwise. 5.4.1.4 Work Area Outlets will be labeled as specified in section 6.

ITEM QTY. MANUFACTURER PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION[1] 1 Leviton 61110-RO6 eXtreme Cat 6 QuickPort Connector, Orange

[2] 2 Berk-Tek 10170671 LANmark-2000 Premium Category 6 Plenum, Orange

[1] 1 Leviton 41089-2GP Surface-Mount QuickPort Box, 2-Port, Gray

[4] 1 Leviton 41084-BG QuickPort Blank Insert, Gray


5.4.1.5 Typical Work Area Outlet and product part numbers:

5.5 INSTALLATION OF INSTRUCTOR WORK AREA OUTLET 5.5.1 INSTRUCTOR WORK AREA OUTLET (IWO) 5.5.1.1 DEFINITION

Instructor Work Area Outlet is defined as a work station for instructors in a classroom or conference room environment. 5.5.1.2 All Instructor Work Area Outlets will have a minimum of two (2) 1” EMT stub ups with bang on bushing. Installed on 4 in. Square box, a minimum 2-1/8in. deep, with 2-gang P-ring.

ITEM QTY. MANUFACTURER PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION

[1] 1 Leviton 61110-RW6 eXtreme Cat 6 QuickPort Connector, White

[2] 1 Berk-Tek 10167312 LANmark-2000 Premium Category 6 Plenum, White

[3] 2 Leviton 61110-RL6 eXtreme Cat 6 QuickPort Connector, Blue

[4] 2 Berk-Tek 10163780 LANmark-2000 Premium Category 6 Plenum, Blue

[5] 1 Leviton 42080-4GS Single-Gang QuickPort Wallplate with ID Windows, 4-Port, Grey

[6] 1 Leviton 41084-BG Blank QuickPort Insert, Grey


5.5.1.3 A minimum, 16 inches of cable slack shall be left at each outlet. The cable slack will be pushed back up the conduit and NOT coiled inside box unless noted otherwise.

5.5.1.4 Instructor Work Area Outlets will be labeled as specified in section 6. 5.5.1.5 Typical Instructor Work Area Outlet and product part numbers:

ITEM QTY. MANUFACTURER PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION[1] 1 Leviton 61110-RW6 eXtreme Cat 6 QuickPort Connector, White

[2] 1 Berk-Tek 10167312 LANmark-2000 Premium Category 6 Plenum, White

[3] 1 Leviton 41084-BG Blank QuickPort Insert, Grey

[4] 1 Hubbell IMH110ST2GY iStation Module, HDMI, 110 Termination,Set, Active, 2-Unit, Gray

[5] 2 Berk-Tek 10178756 LANmark-2000 Premium Category 6 Plenum, Pink

[6] 1 Hubbell IMF2GY iStation Plate Frame, 2-Gang, Three Unit Combinations, Gray

[7] 2 Hubbell IM2K1GY iStation, Quick-Port, 2-Port, Flat, 1-Unit, Gray

[8] 2 Leviton 61110-RL6 eXtreme Cat 6 QuickPort Connector, Blue

[9] 2 Berk-Tek 10163780 LANmark-2000 Premium Category 6 Plenum, Blue

[10] 1 Hubbell IMB05GY iStation Module, Blank, .05 Unit, Gray

[11] 1 Hubbell IMU11015GY iStation Module, USB 110 Extender, 1.5-Unit, Gray



5.6 INSTALLATION OF MEDIA OUTLETS 5.6.1 PROJECTOR MEDIA OUTLET (PMO) 5.6.1.1 DEFINITION

Projector Media Outlet is defined as an output connection point for media devices connected to a projector. 5.6.1.2 In suspended ceilings install Peerless-AV CMJ455 plate with RACO 503s with 2 ¾ Knock outs for terminations and faceplate.

5.6.1.3 If surface mounted, see Owens ICT department for approval of products and installation.

5.6.1.4

See Owens ICT department for approval of projector brands. Use Peerless-AV PRGS-UNV-W for projector mount. 5.6.1.5 Provide 20 feet of cable for service loop to allow for future adjustment of projector location. Secured with Velcro and supported by J-hook to building structure. Service loop shall maintain cable bend radius.

5.6.1.6 Projector Media Outlet will be labeled as specified in section 6.

5.6.1.7 Typical Projector Media Outlet and product part numbers:


5.6.2 TELEVISION OUTLETS 5.6.2.1 TELEVISION GENERAL 5.6.2.1.1 All TV’s will NOT have any type of A/V recessed back boxes. 5.6.2.1.2

All TV’s will be mounted with a Tripp-Lite Full Motion Flat Screen Wall Mount model: DWM3770X or equivalent according to TV size. TV cabling should be dressed/secured in a neat manner to bracket using Velcro.

5.6.2.1.3

Coordinate mounting height prior to rough-in of any TV boxes and other TV related equipment with Owens ICT department.


[1] 1 Leviton 61110-RC6 eXtreme Cat 6 QuickPort Connector, Crimson


[3] 1 Hubbell IMF1GY iStation Plate Frame, 1-Gang, Three Unit Combinations.Gray


[5] 1 Leviton 41084-BG QuickPort Blank, Gray



5.6.2.1.4 All TV locations will have fire rated plywood, 3/4 inch thick installed behind drywall inside stud space of location of TV for secure mounting. Before installation of drywall, verify location of plywood with Owens ICT department. 5.6.2.1.5 TV’s will have a minimum of one 1” EMT stub up with bang on bushing for data and 1 ¼” EMT stub up with bang on bushing for future A/V. Installed on recessed 4 in. Square box, a minimum 2-1/8in. deep with 2-gang p-ring, just above TV mounting bracket. 5.6.2.1.6 All TV’s will have a quad receptacle outlet installed just above mounting bracket. 5.6.2.1.7 All RG6 coax cable will be terminated with Klein Universal F Compression Connectors Part# RG6/6Q.

5.6.2.2 TELEVISION CLASSROOM MEDIA OUTLET (TVCMO) 5.6.2.2.1 DEFINITION

Television Classroom Media Outlet is defined as media output connection point in a classroom environment behind a wall mounted TV.

5.6.2.2.2

A minimum, 16 inches of cable slack shall be left at each outlet. The cable slack will be pushed back up the conduit and NOT coiled inside box unless noted otherwise.

5.6.2.2.3 Television Classroom Media Outlet will be labeled as specified in section 6.


5.6.2.2.4 Typical Television Classroom Media Outlet and product part numbers:

5.6.2.3 TELEVISION MEDIA OUTLET (TVMO) 5.6.2.3.1 DEFINITION

Television Media Outlet is defined as media connection point behind a wall mounted TV in a general area.


[1] 1 Hubbell IMB1GY iStation Module, Blank, 1 Unit, Gray

[2] 1 Leviton 41084-BG QuickPort Blank Inserts, Gray











5.6.2.3.2 A minimum, 16 inches of cable slack shall be left at each outlet. The cable slack will be pushed back up the conduit and NOT coiled inside box unless noted otherwise.

5.6.2.3.3 Television Media Outlet will be labeled as specified in section 6. 5.6.2.3.4 Typical Television Media Outlet and product part numbers:

5.6.2.4 TELEVISION CONFERENCE MEDIA OUTLET (TVCFMO) 5.6.2.4.1 DEFINITION

Television Conference Media Outlet is defined as media output connection point in a conference room environment behind a wall mounted TV.


[1] 1 Leviton 41084-FGF QuickPort F-Type Adapter, Nickel Plated, Grey

[2] 1 West Penn 25841 RG/6 18G BC 100/90% PLEN

[3] 5 Hubbell IMB1GY iStation Module, Blank, 1 Unit, Gray




[7] 1 Berk-Tek 10178756 LANmark-2000™ Premium Cat 6 Plenum 4-Pair UTP Cable, Pink


5.6.2.4.2 A minimum, 16 inches of cable slack shall be left at each outlet. The cable slack will be pushed back up the conduit and NOT coiled inside box unless noted otherwise.

5.6.2.4.3 Conference Room Media Outlet will be labeled as specified in section 6. 5.6.2.4.4 Typical Conference Room Media Outlet and product part numbers:

ITEM QTY. MANUFACTURER PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION[1] 1 Hubbell IMB1GY iStation Module, Blank, 1 Unit, Gray

[2] 1 Leviton 41084-FGF QuickPort F-Type Adapter, Nickel Plated, Grey

[3] 1 West Penn 25841 RG/6 18G BC 100/90% PLEN











5.7 EQUIPMENT AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS ROOMS 5.7.1 GENERAL 5.7.1.1

All new Telecommunication & Equipment Rooms shall be designed and built to meet or exceed established TIA-942-B, ANSI/TIA-569-D, ANSI/TIA-568-1-D, ANSI/TIA-4966, and ANSI/BICSI 001-2017 standards 5.7.1.2 ERs/TRs facilities sizing should be coordinated with Owens ICT Department and follow ANSI/TIA-569-D whenever possible.

5.7.1.3 The Contractor shall furnish and install all backboards, cable tray, ladders, supports, connectors, cables, etc., for ICT systems. The cables shall be labeled at each end by the Contractor, prior to termination, as directed in Section 6. The Contractor shall terminate all wiring at both ends as directed by the Owner. All cross-connections at the backboard or patch panels will be made by Owner.

5.7.1.3 Cable tray and ladders shall be used whenever possible. Cable routing

from the cable tray and ladders onto the equipment racks or distribution frames shall be neatly organized and supported by cable support brackets, and secured with Velcro, as required, to minimize tension and stress on the connector terminations. 5.7.1.4 All cabling will be dressed into closets in a professional manner and horizontal cables bundled in groups of 12 (not crossing each other), using Velcro. All cabling coming into ERs or TRs on ladder racks should be well thought out and lay in order of termination destination.


5.7.1.5 Absolutely NO zip ties will be used to secure any type of cabling.

5.7.1.6 Provide at each rack at least 1 surge type NEMA 5-20R 20A duplex receptacle split wired for two 2 dedicated circuits and 1 twist lock NEMA L5-30R 30A receptacle. Outlets on racks should be installed on the bottom of vertical ladder racks. Conduit feeding those boxes should feed from the front of the rack going up alongside the vertical cable organizers. Provide on each backboard wall at least 1 quad electrical outlet with 2 surge type NEMA 5-20R 20A duplex receptacles each being on their own dedicated circuit.

5.7.1.7 Equipment racks shall be bolted to the floor or wall using anchors in concrete floors and/or toggle bolts/lag screws through backboards. 5.7.1.8 Furnish and install Great Lakes two post racks; 84" x 20.31"W X 14"D; 45 RMU; black anodized finish, Part# GLRR-1984BA, securely bolt to the floor. Ground and bond as per section 5.7.5. 5.7.1.9 Ladder rack shall be used in all telecommunications rooms and equipment rooms where applicable. Ladder rack will be properly secured to walls, racks, and supported within every 5 feet with a bracket. Cables shall not be suspended for more than 12” vertically unsupported. Vertical ladder rack should be installed on each side of each rack. 5.7.1.10 Furnish and install ¾” A-C grade plywood backboards with two (2) coats of fire retardant paint (Flame Control 20-20) in the areas or rooms as indicated on the drawings, minimum of two (2) walls, for mounting electrical or telephone equipment. Follow ANSI/TIA 569-D standards whenever possible. 5.7.1.11 Coordinate layout and installation of communications equipment in ER and TRs with Owens ICT Department.

5.7.1.12 All equipment manuals and rack screws will be left with the college.

5.7.1.11

Typical rack layout:


-1U Leviton Vertical Organizer -2U Leviton 1000i SDX LIU

-2U Leviton QuickPort 48Patch Panel Voice Backbone -1U Cisco PoE Swtich -2U Leviton QuickPort 48Patch Panel Horizontal Voice -1U Cisco PoE Switch

-2U Leviton QuickPort 48Patch Panel Horizontal Data -1U Cisco PoE Swtich



-2U Leviton QuickPort 48Patch Panel Horizontal Data -1U Cisco PoE Switch -2U Leviton QuickPort 48Patch Panel Horizontal Data -1U Cisco PoE Switch

-2U Leviton QuickPort 48Patch Panel Horizontal Data -1U Cisco PoE Switch

-2U APC Smart-UPS 3000VA


5.7.2 UNINTERRRUPTIBLE POWER SOURCE (UPS) & POWER DISTRIUBTION UNIT (PDU)

5.7.2.1

UPS’s will be installed on the bottom of racks and extra support given by using the packaged foam underneath.

5.7.2.2 Unless otherwise noted, all UPS’s installed will be APC Smart-UPS X 3000VA Part# SMX3000RMLV2UNC. 5.7.2.3 Network wire will be plugged into UPS with terminated RJ-45 and ran up to the back of closest patch panel, terminated on purple Leviton eXtreme Cat 6 QuickPort jack Part# 61110-RP6. Using Berk-Tek LANmark-2000 Premium Cat 6 Plenum 4-Pair UTP Cable, Violet, Part# 10170673. Labeled UPS on the front of the patch panel.


5.7.2.4 PDU’s will be installed on the back side of vertical ladder racks, supported with Velcro below outlets.

5.7.2.5

Unless otherwise noted, all PDU’s installed will be Leviton Unmetered Vertical Power Distribution Unit 120V 20A, Part# P1044-10L.

5.7.3. VOICE SPECIFICATIONS

5.7.3.1 All incoming outside phone terminations will be terminated on lighting protection. Lighting Protection will be Gas Fuse type. 5.7.3.2 All Voice backbone cables will be terminated on patch panels (LEVITON QuickPort brand #69270-U48) and pair count will be coordinated with Owner. 5.7.3.3 All horizontal voice cables will be terminated on patch panels (LEVITON QuickPort brand #69270-U48).


5.7.3.4 Telephone system installation and cross-connections will be performed by Owner. 5.7.3.5 All horizontal voice patch cords will be white Cat 6, provided by contractor and installed by Owner. They should be 1ft cables when making cross-cuts on racks and sized accordingly at work stations, max length of 16 feet.

5.7.4 DATA SPECIFICATIONS 5.7.4.1 All horizontal data cables will be terminated on patch panels (LEVITON QuickPort brand #69270-U48). 5.7.4.2 Fiber optic cables shall be terminated in Leviton 1000i SDX distribution and splice enclosures, sized accordingly to fiber count. Fiber shall have a 35ft fiber loop before termination at each end, coiled on Leviton fiber storage loop part# 48900-OFR, mounted on plywood wall. Unless otherwise specified or noted on drawings, terminate fiber cables with SC connectors, in numerical sequential order, placed horizontally identical at both ends inside enclosure and labeled at both ends as specified in section 6 with printed labels. 5.7.4.3 Unless otherwise indicated on drawings, a minimum 24 strands single-mode tight buffer plenum Berk-Tek armored cable (OS2) part# PDPK024AB0707 shall be ran to each telecommunications room. Larger projects may require a larger fiber count. Confirm with Owner prior to bid. 5.7.4.4 All fiber optic patch cords will be provided by contractor and installed by Owner. Color and type shall match installed fiber and connectors. 5.7.4.5 All horizontal copper patch cords will be Cat 6, provided by contractor and installed by Owner. They should be colored per their intended purpose. Cross-cut cables on racks shall be 1ft cables and sized accordingly at work stations, max length of 16 feet. 5.7.4.6 The equipment racks/cabinets shall also contain the network system electronics, these devices will be cross-connected by Owner.


5.7.5 GROUNDING AND BONDING 5.7.5.1 Telecommunications grounding and bonding shall be in accordance with the NEC and NFPA and shall follow ANSI/TIA-607-C standards at all times.

5.7.5.2 All grounding conductors shall not be less than #6-AWG insulated copper with green color jacket, and shall meet NEC Article 250 requirements. TMGB grounding should be sized to building Service entrance and be a minimum of #2 (AWG). 5.7.5.3 TBB/GE shall be sized accordingly:

5.7.5.4 All data racks, ladders, cable tray, and equipment will be grounded per standards in ANSI/TIA-607-C. 5.7.5.5 A Telecom Main Grounding Bus bar (TMGB) will be installed in all EF/ERs and grounded per ANSI/TIA-607-C.


5.7.5.6 A Telecommunications Grounding Bus bar (TGB) will be installed in all TRs and grounded per ANSI/TIA-607-C. 5.7.5.7 Illustrative examples of Proper Grounding:


5.7.6 COOLING ENVIROMENTAL

5.7.6.1 ER and TR Cooling will be cordinated with Owens Facilities Diretor and ICT Department. 5.7.6.2 All product brands will be approved by Owens Facilities Director. 5.7.6.3 Tempature and Humidity Requirements will follow ANSI/TIA-569-D: - ASHRAE Class A1, A2, A3, and A4 environmental requirements for

telecommunications spaces are provided - Temperature and humidity specifications provided for distributor rooms,

distributor enclosures, entrance rooms or spaces, access provider spaces, service provider spaces, and common distributor rooms are as follows:

- Temperature: 18 – 27°C (64 – 81°F) - Maximum relative humidity (RH): 60% - Minimum dew point: 5.5°C (42°F) - Maximum dew point: 15°C (59°F)

5.8 SOUND REINFORCEMENT AND PAGING SYSTEMS 5.8.1

All sound reinforcement and paging systems will be cordinated with Owens ICT Department.

5.8.2 All product brands and wiring will be approved by Owens ICT Department.

5.9 ACCESS CONTROL AND SECURITY SYSTEMS 5.9.1

All access control/security systems will be cordinated with Owens ICT Deparment.

5.9.2

All product brands, wiring, and door schedules will be cordinated with Owens ICT Department and Facilities Director.


6. LABELING 6.1 GENERAL All labeling will be black on white, sized accordingly and cordinated with Owens ICT Department. All ICT equipment and cabling shall be labeled and identified according to ANSI/TIA 606-C.

6.2 COPPER 6.2.1 FIELD FACEPLATES 6.2.1.1

All faceplates will be labeled with heat resistant printed labels, cut to fit window boxes, and adhesive back kept attached to sticker.

6.2.1.2 Faceplates shall be labeled as follows: ER/TR Room Number – Data Rack – Patch Panel Letter, Patch Panel Number 6.2.1.2.1 Example: 130-02-C25 6.2.2 CABLING 6.2.2.1 All horizontal cabling will be labeled with heat resistant wire wrap printed labels at both ends. 6.2.2.2 At the field location, cables will be labled ER/TR Room Number – Data Rack – Patch Panel Letter, Patch Panel Number 6.2.2.2.1 Example: 120-01-G04 6.2.2.3 At the ER/TR location, cables will be labled Destination Room Number – Data Rack - Patch Panel Letter, Patch Panel Number 6.2.2.3.1 Example: 140-03-A34


6.2.3 PATCH PANELS 6.2.3.1 Patch Panels shall be labeled alphabetically starting at the top and start over at each rack, with heat resistant printed labels. The label shall be placed on the left side of the patch panel. 6.2.3.2 The front of patch panels will be labeled with heat resistant continious tape, with the room number or purpose of the desitation of the horizontial cable. (DO NOT COVER UP Patch Panel Numbers)

6.2.3.2.1 Example: RM-101 Example: CAM CH120 Example: WAP HH209 6.3 FIBER 6.3.1 LIGHT INTERFACE UNIT (LIU)

6.3.1.1

The fiber LIU will be labeled starting from top, left to right, to bottom. The printed label will be located on the backside of the front and back door to LIU. The label will state the type of fiber, number of strands, and ER/TR room location of where the other end is terminated.

6.3.1.1.2

Example: SM 1-12 CH130

6.3.2 CABLING

6.3.2.1 Fiber Cabling shall be labeled with a heat resistant printed label with type of fiber, number of strands, and ER/TR room location of where the other end is terminated.

6.3.2.1.2 Example: SM 1-24 HH106


6.4 ER/TR RACKS

6.4.1 RACKS 6.4.1.1 Racks will be labeled with a heat resistant printed label numerically, starting with the first rack left to right, facing the front. The label shall be placed in the center of the rack at the very top. 6.4.1.1.2 Example: RACK 01

6.5 COAXIAL CABLE 6.5.1 COAX 6.5.1.1

All coax cable shall be labeled with printed heat resistant wire wrap labels. 6.5.1.2

All coax cables at head end in ER/TR will be labeled with room number of destination of the cable. If the room has multiple TVs they will be labeled numerically.

6.5.1.2.1 Example: CABLE TV01 RM-105

6.5.1.3

All coax cables at TV locations will be labeled with room number where it terminates in ER or TR. If the room has multiple TVs they will be labeled numerically.

6.5.1.3.1 Cable Example: CABLE TV02 RM-130

6.5.1.3.2 Faceplate Example: 130-CATV02


7. TESTING 7.1 GENERAL 7.1.1

Once all terminations have been completed, the contractor shall perform complete cable certification tests.

7.1.2 All cabling will be tested at ANSI-TIA-568.2-D, 568.3-D, 568.4-D. 7.1.3

Any outlet, cable, or component not satisfactorily passing the cable tests shall be repaired and/or replaced at the contractor’s expense.

7.1.4

All testing will be done on Fluke DSX CableAnalyzer and Fluke OptiFiber Pro OTDR or equivalent devices.

7.1.5 Test reports shall be submitted to the Owner as per section 8.

7.2 COPPER TESTING 7.2.1 All testing will be Permanent Link, test report for each cable tested shall include:

- Cable Number - Cable Length - Wire Map - Attenuation - Near-End Crosstalk (NEXT) - Attenuation-to Crosstalk Ratio (ACR) - Power Sum NEXT (PSNEXT) - Equal Level Far-End Crosstalk (ELFEXT) - Power Sum ELFEXT (PSELFEXT) - Delay Skew - Power Sum Alien Near End Crosstalk (PSANEXT) - Power Sum Attenuation to Alien Crosstalk Ratio Far End (PSAACRF) - Return Loss (RL) - DC Loop Resistance - DC Resistance Unbalance


7.3 FIBER TESTING 7.3.1

Test all fiber strands using Tier 2 test requirements with Optical Loss Test Set (OLTS) and an Optical Time Domain Reflectormeter (OTDR).

7.4 COAXIAL TELEVISION (CATV) TESTING 7.4.1

All CATV testing shall comply with ANSI/TIA-568.4-D

8. SUBMITTALS 8.1 RECORDS AND DRAWINGS The Contractor shall keep in the field and open to inspection, an accurate, current, and progressive record of the actual installation of the ICT cabling system. Upon completion of the work, the Contractor shall deliver marked prints (AS-Built) showing the actual routing of cable runs, sleeves, outlet locations with labeling, ER/TR layouts, and punch down block locations, etc. 8.2 CABLING SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION

8.2.1 Provide complete written system instruction manuals, which shall include:

- First Page: Title of job, Owner, address, date of submittal and name of Contractor.

- Second Page: Index - First Section: one copy each of accepted shop drawling’s, equipment

catalog cuts and manufacturer’s instructions for all components and materials utilized in the ICT cabling system.

- Second Section: One copy each of completed and accepted cable test reports

8.2.2

Bind the written system instruction manual’s information and materials into a hardback binder of 8 ½” X 11” size and also supply a digital PDF copy on USB flash drive.

8.3 INSTALLATION SIGNOFF DOCUMENTATION Provide copies of the original signed drawings by Owens ICT department representative depicting acceptance of products and specifications.

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