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SECTION 27 0000
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(Filed Sub-Sub Bid Required)
PART 1 - GENERAL ............................................................................................................................... 1
1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS .......................................................................................................... 1
1.2 FILED SUB-SUB BID REQUIREMENTS .................................................................................. 1
1.3 RELATED SECTIONS ............................................................................................................... 1
1.4 COMMISSIONING ..................................................................................................................... 1
1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE ............................................................................................................ 2
1.6 COOPERATION AND COORDINATION WITH OTHER TRADES ........................................... 2
1.7 SUBMITTALS ............................................................................................................................ 3
1.8 TELEPHONE/DATA SYSTEM .................................................................................................. 4
1.9 DEFINITIONS ............................................................................................................................ 7
1.10 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION .......................................................................................................... 7
1.11 SCOPE OF WORK .................................................................................................................... 7
1.12 PROTECTION OF WORK AND PROPERTY ........................................................................... 8
1.13 SEQUENCING AND SCHEDULING ......................................................................................... 8
1.14 WARRANTY .............................................................................................................................. 9
1.15 MAINTENANCE ...................................................................................................................... 10
1.16 SEISMIC REQUIREMENTS .................................................................................................... 10
1.17 FUNCTION AND OPERATION ............................................................................................... 10
1.18 EXTRA MATERIALS ............................................................................................................... 11
PART 2 - PRODUCTS .......................................................................................................................... 11
2.1 GENERAL ................................................................................................................................ 11
2.2 COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT ROOM FITTINGS ............................................................. 12
2.3 FIBER OPTIC CABLE: ............................................................................................................ 14
2.4 UTP CABLE (BACKBONE) ..................................................................................................... 16
2.5 FIBER INNERDUCT ................................................................................................................ 17
2.6 FIBER DISTRIBUTION ............................................................................................................ 17
2.7 WORK STATION CABLE ........................................................................................................ 18
2.8 MAIN DISTRIBUTION FACILITY (MDF) ................................................................................. 24
2.9 INTERMEDIATE DISTRIBUTION FACILITIES ....................................................................... 25
2.10 TESTING AND DOCUMENTATION ....................................................................................... 26
2.11 INTEGRATED ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS NETWORK ........................................... 27
2.12 MISCELLANEOUS CABLING SYSTEM ................................................................................. 41
2.13 ELEVATOR TELEPHONE LINE FAULT MONITOR ............................................................... 41
2.14 CLASSROOM AMPLIFICATION SYSTEM ............................................................................. 41
2.15 TWO-WAY COMMUNICATION CALL BOX SYSTEM ............................................................ 46
PART 3 - EXECUTION ......................................................................................................................... 48
3.1 GENERAL ................................................................................................................................ 48
3.2 EQUIPMENT RACKS, CABINETS AND BRACKETS............................................................. 50
3.3 TERMINATIONS ..................................................................................................................... 50
3.4 CABLE PATHWAYS ................................................................................................................ 50
3.5 SEALING OF PENETRATIONS AND OPENINGS ................................................................. 51
3.6 SEISMIC SUPPORTS, SUPPLEMENTARY STEEL AND CHANNELS ................................. 51
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3.7 IDENTIFICATION .................................................................................................................... 52
3.8 CABLE SUPPORTS ................................................................................................................ 53
3.9 CABLE PROTECTION ............................................................................................................ 54
3.10 INSTALLATION ....................................................................................................................... 54
3.11 TRAINING ................................................................................................................................ 56
3.12 ACCEPTANCE DEMONSTRATIONS ..................................................................................... 56
3.13 PROJECT OWNER COORDINATION .................................................................................... 57
3.14 CLEANING UP ........................................................................................................................ 57
3.15 PROJECT CLOSEOUT ........................................................................................................... 58
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SECTION 27 0000
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(Filed Sub-Sub Bid Required)
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS
A. The Contractor, Subcontractors, and/or suppliers providing goods or services referenced in or
related to this Section shall also be bound by the Documents identified in Division 01 Section
“Summary”, Paragraph 1.1A, entitled “Related Documents.”
1.2 FILED SUB-SUB BID REQUIREMENTS
A. Filed Sub-Sub-Bid Requiring a Paragraph “E” Listing on the FORM FOR SUB-BID required per
M.G.L. Chapter 149 Section 44A to 44L, as amended to date. The Electrical Subcontractor will
be responsible for all related building preparation and coordination, see specification for additional
Paragraph “E” Listing requirements of the Listed Systems Contractor, and coordination of
responsibilities.
B. Section 270000 TECHNOLOGY, shall be a Filed Sub-Sub Bid of Section 260000 ELECTRICAL,
requiring a Paragraph “E” Listing on the FORM FOR SUB-BID
C. This section shall be provided by a qualified Systems Contractor.
1. The Systems Contractor shall be DCAM Certified by the state of Massachusetts Division
of Capital Asset Management, in the category of: TELECOMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS.
1.3 RELATED SECTIONS
A. Section 019113 – General Commissioning Requirements and Section 270800 – Communications
Systems Commissioning.
1.4 COMMISSIONING
A. Where indicated in the equipment or commissioning specifications, engage a factory-authorized
service representative, to perform startup service as per functional test sheets and requirements
of Section 01 9113 – General Commissioning Requirements and Section 27 0800 –
Communications Systems Commissioning.
B. Complete installation and startup checks and functional tests according to Section 01 9113 –
General Commissioning Requirements and Section 27 0800 – Communications Systems
Commissioning and manufacturers written instructions.
C. Operational Test: After electrical system has been energized, start units to confirm proper unit
operation. Rectify malfunctions, replace defective parts with new one and repeat the start-up
procedure.
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D. Verify that equipment is installed and commissioned as per requirements of section 01 9113 and
section 27 0800 and manufacturers written instructions/requirements.
1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE
A. Sustainable Goals: The Architect has designed the project to meet the Owner’s sustainable
goals. Products and systems have been specified which meet certain third-party evaluations or
have particular VOC and source requirements. Evaluation of products proposed for substitution
will be evaluated based on the Owner’s sustainable goals and other criteria included in Division
01. The Contractor is encouraged to use sustainable construction practices, means and methods.
Unless specifically stated in a specification section, no sustainable design documentation is
required of the Contractor.
1.6 COOPERATION AND COORDINATION WITH OTHER TRADES
A. The work shall be so performed that the progress of the entire building construction, including all
other trades, shall not be delayed and not interfered with. Materials and apparatus shall be
installed as fast as conditions of the building will permit.
B. This section shall be furnish/installed as follows by a firm/company that is a qualified systems
contractor. The Electrical Subcontractor shall be responsible for properly preparing the project for
installation by systems contractor, as specified.
1. Electrical Subcontractor responsibilities shall include: The Electrical Subcontractor shall be
responsible for furnishing and installing all related building preparation including, but not
limited to: outlet boxes with plaster rings, floor boxes, poke through devices, pathways,
power, cableways, cable tray, cable protection, wiremold, surface raceways, cable
supports, conduits with bushings, conduit stubs with bushings, sleeves with bushings (all
conduits, stubs, sleeves, J-Hooks, shall be brought to an accessible ceiling or accessible
area below floor), pull strings, bonding, grounding, core drilling, cutting, patching,
fireproofing of penetration & openings, environmental seals, smoke and fire stopping seals
including all conduits, raceways, sleeves, slots, where cables pass from one location to
another, seismic supports, supplementary steel and channels, for a completely operational
system, as specified. The Electrical Contractor is responsible for installing all required
sleeves for a complete installation whether they are shown or not on the floor plans the
routing of cables is determined by the Architecture and no Ethernet cable can exceed 90m
or max distance rating of CAT6 or CAT6A cable use. The Electrical Subcontractor shall
also accept delivery and properly store & secure all equipment and materials required by
the systems contractor. The Electrical Subcontractor shall install all specialized backboxes
(microphone, amplifier,) and any exterior antennas furnished by Systems Contractor.
a. The Electrical Subcontractor shall provide cable tray over each rack and cabinet to
facilitate a neat and orderly installation of cables and to secure the top of the racks
to the structure. Cables shall drop straight down to equipment racks. Cable trays
shall be secured at both ends to the structure and connected together for a complete
contiguous installation. Utilize proper supports to support the cable tray to the
building structure as well as the equipment rack and cabinet. Submit mounting
supports for approval before installation.
b. The Electrical Subcontractor shall provide 120VAC duplex 20amp dedicated circuits
twist lock 20amp dedicated circuit in cable tray over each rack, and 208VAC
twistlock 20amp over each server cabinet in the system as shown on drawings.
c. This entire section: The Electrical Subcontractor shall read this section in its entirety
and shall provide all requirements of the Electrical Subcontractor as detailed in this
section.
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2. Systems Contractor responsibilities for this section shall be: Systems contractor shall be
responsible for providing, installing, programming, troubleshooting, training and warranty
service of all cabling, terminal equipment, headend equipment specified in this section for
a completely operational system. The systems contractor shall furnish all specialized
backboxes (speaker, microphone, amplifier) and all exterior antennas to the Electrical
Subcontractor for their installation.
a. Keep fully informed as to the shape, size and position of all openings required for all
apparatus and give information in advance to build openings into the work. The
electrical subcontractor shall furnish and set in place all sleeves, pockets, supports
and incidentals.
b. All distribution systems which require pitch or slope such as plumbing drains, steam
and condensate piping shall have the right of way over those which do not. Confer
with other trades as to the location of pipes, ducts, lights and apparatus and install
work to avoid interferences.
c. Coordinate exact locations and roughing in dimensions of all work before installation
and make all final connections. Any changes required to avoid interferences or to
provide adequate clearances for Code and maintenance requirements shall be
made at no additional costs.
d. Structural elements of the project shall not be relocated, altered or changed to
accommodate the work without written authorization from the Architect.
e. Work that is installed before coordination with other trades or that causes
interference with the work of other trades shall be changed to correct condition.
f. Obtain a complete set of Project Drawings and Specifications for coordination and
to determine the full scope of work.
g. Attend project coordination meetings to coordinate work of this section, work of other
trades and project and phasing requirements.
1.7 SUBMITTALS
A. Product Data for all materials specified and shown on drawings to be installed.
B. Equipment List: Provide a detailed Equipment List showing quantities by manufacturer and model
number of all major items of equipment and installation material to be used in the system as
specified herein.
C. Submit supporting hardware for this system as part of the work for approval prior to installation.
D. Product Data: Include complete sets of indexed cut sheets, in quantity as dictated by the project,
of all major pieces of equipment and materials being supplied. Arrange these sheets in the order
the equipment appears in the Specification. Clearly highlight information showing compliance
with this and/or all applicable Specifications. In the event that the manufacturer or
representatives’ cut sheet contains more than one item, clearly indicate which items of the cut
sheet are intended for installation.
E. Shop Drawings: Submit a set of complete Shop Drawings, by system, showing equipment to be
installed. Include system configuration block diagrams of all equipment, indicating equipment
type and model numbers. Show each and every component, system and subsystem, as well as
all proposed connections between system components, and proposed layouts of equipment racks
for the entire system.
1. System Labeling Schedules: Electronic copy of labeling schedules, in software and format
selected by Owner.
2. Cabling administration drawings and printouts.
3. Wiring diagrams to show typical wiring schematics including the cross-connects.
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4. Cross-connects. Detail mounting assemblies, and show elevations and physical
relationship between the installed components.
5. Cross-connects and patch panels. Detail mounting assemblies and show elevations and
physical relationship between the installed components.
6. Cable tray layout showing cable tray route to scale with relationship between the tray and
adjacent structural, electrical and mechanical elements.
F. Quality Assurance Submittals:
1. Provide manufacturer’s certification that Installer is qualified to install systems specified.
Include a written statement signed by the Installer attesting that they have been in business
for at least five years in the installation and servicing of systems specified. Include the
names of at least five clients for whom similar Work as specified has been performed in
the past three years; list the individual responsible for the day-to-day operation of the
system along with their current telephone number and address.
2. Provide names, qualifications, and certifications of installation personnel including
Communication Systems Installer's site Supervisor/Foreman who shall be in charge of, and
responsible for, all activities at the job site for the duration of the Project. The job
Supervisor/Foreman shall not be changed during the project without notification and
approval from the Owner.
3. Complete warranty information including sample Registration Certificate.
4. Technical Diagrams and Drawings:
a. Simplified single line block diagrams showing the interconnection of all equipment
and functional relationships. Show all equipment, patch panels, cables and jacks,
whether connected or not. The intent of these diagrams is to provide sufficient clear
and complete information that a technician of average skill may efficiently
troubleshoot and service the system, even if unfamiliar with the installation.
b. Provide "As Built" architectural quality plan Drawings at 1/8 inch = 1 ft-0 in. scale.
Provide an electronic copy of the “As Built” drawings on CD(s).
c. All technical diagrams and drawings shall be mounted on the wall behind a clear
plastic cover for protection. There shall be 1 set of the above drawings and diagrams
provided per equipment room, this includes both the MDF Room and all IDFs.
1.8 TELEPHONE/DATA SYSTEM
A. General:
1. All telecommunication and data system interconnecting wiring, terminal blocks,
connections, terminations, shall be furnished and installed by a licensed and certified
installer.
2. The Electrical Subcontractor (E.C.) shall furnish and install all raceways, and outlet boxes
as indicated on the drawings, including pull wires for all empty raceways and all access
panels. General contractor will furnish and install all backboards (3/4 inch thick by 78 in.
high) which shall be mounted at the MDF room and each IDF room.
3. General Requirements:
a. Applicable Standards:
1) Materials and equipment shall be installed in accordance with the most
current versions of the National Electrical Code, local codes, safety codes,
ANSI, ASTM, EIA, TIA, BISCI, IEEE, UL, NFPA.
a) The following industry standards are the basis for the structured cabling
system described in this document.
• ANSI/TIA/EIA
• TIA/EIA-568-B Commercial Building
Telecommunications Cabling
Standard
• TIA/EIA-568-B.1 General Requirements
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• TIA/EIA-568-B.2 Balanced Twisted Pair Cabling
Components Standard
• TIA/EIA-568-B.3 Optical Fiber Cabling Components
Standard
• TIA/EIA - 942 Telecommunications Infrastructure
for Data Centers
• TIA/EIA-569-A Commercial Building Standard for
Telecommunications Pathway and
Spaces
• TIA/EIA-606-A Administration Standard for the
Telecommunications Infrastructure
of Commercial Buildings
• J-STD-607-A Commercial Building
Grounding/Bonding Requirements
NFPA
• NFPA 70 National Electric Code (NEC)
ISO/IEC
• ISO 11801 Generic Cabling for Customer
Premises
• EIA/TIA-TSB 67. Telecommunications Systems Bulletin, Additional Transmission
Specifications for Unshielded
Twisted-Pair Cabling Systems"
• EIA/TIA-455-61. "FOTP-61, Measurement of Fiber or
Cable Attenuation Using An
OTDR".
• IEEE 802.3 "Carrier Sense Multiple Access With
Collision Detection".
• ATM Forum Standard for 155 Mb/s ATM over
Category 6 (AF-PHY-0015.000,
9/94)
• BISCI: Telecommunications Distribution
Methods and LAN Design Manual
• IEEE-802: Standards for Local Area
Networking
• UL Performance Levels Certification
Program
• ANSI-IEEE-C2: National Electrical Safety Code
(NESC)
• ANSI/NFPA-101: Life Safety Code
• Massachusetts Electric Code CMR527
b. Exposed wiring is not acceptable in any occupied space.
c. Contractor is responsible for strict adherence to Massachusetts electrical codes, and
all other applicable codes.
d. The contractor is responsible for obtaining municipal permits and inspections as
mandated by law.
e. All exposed cabling shall be run in raceway or conduit.
f. All penetrations in station raceway shall have rubber or equivalent grommets to
prevent cable cuts on trough edges.
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g. Raceway shall be of sufficient size to accommodate all wiring. Fill density not to
exceed 40 percent, unless otherwise noted. It is the responsibility of the bidder to
determine the size needed based upon the floor plans provided. A minimum size of
¾ in. conduit shall be adhered to.
h. All raceways shall be attached to the building structure using screws and anchors.
i. The I.T. sub-contractor is responsible for all aspects of MDF & IDF construction.
Refer to drawings for configuration of each IDF and MDF.
j. All cabling at the MDF and IDFs shall be neatly bundled and dressed to the
termination blocks. All appropriate cable management materials (slotted duct, D
rings) should be utilized for this purpose. All wiring at IDF cabinets shall be installed
concealed.
k. All labeling of cables shall be 6 in. back from the termination with machine generated
labels, hand written labels are not permitted.
l. All cable pulls in conduit, raceway, innerduct, shall have pull string left in place for
future use.
m. Color code identification of cables must be maintained throughout all splices.
n. All station cabling shall be clearly and legibly labeled at both the faceplate end and
the IDF/MDF termination blocks. In addition to labeling both the inside of the
faceplates and IDF/MDF termination blocks, the cable jacket shall be labeled six
inches back from the terminations on both ends. Labeling shall be machine
generated.
o. Labeling of the outside of the jack with identification numbers shall be made using a
Panduit LS8 handheld label machine or equal. Samples shall be provided to
Engineer for approval prior to installation.
p. In order to qualify for installation of the data communications system, Contractor
must possess the required license classification, a performance history, experience
in the installation and termination of optical fiber cable systems, and proof of time in
business. Contractor must be trained and certified for the communications cable
and hardware which it installs, and must furnish proof of certification.
q. License Classification: Contractor must possess a valid state Contractor's License.
B. Unless otherwise indicated, the following work is not included as part of the systems integrator’s
responsibilities in this section, except for coordination, and is to be performed by others as
indicated:
1. Raceway shall be provided by the electrical contractor.
2. Empty conduits to accessible point above ceiling or below floor shall be provided by the
electrical contractor.
3. Floor boxes and poke through devices shall be provided by the electrical contractor.
4. Standard device boxes with plaster rings for data and Integrated Instructional Technology
Network System shall be provided by the electrical contractor.
5. Clock system backboxes and custom pigtails shall be installed by the electrical contractor
and provided by this systems integrator. 120V wiring by Electrical Contractor.
6. Speaker/paging system backboxes shall be installed by the electrical contractor and
provided by this systems integrator.
7. Structural blocking to support wall and ceiling mounted televisions/monitors shall be
provided by the General Contractor.
8. Interface with public utilities telephone service shall be arranged by the owner, and
coordinated with this systems integrator.
9. Telephone equipment and handsets will be provided under a separate contract.
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1.9 DEFINITIONS
A. Main Cross Connect (MC): The MC is the location, within a building or complex of buildings, where
the entire telecommunications system originates. It may include: the physical location, enclosure,
wire and cable management hardware, termination hardware, distribution hardware, and patching
and equipment racks.
B. Horizontal Cross Connect (HC): The HC is the location in a building where a transition between
the backbone or vertical riser system and the horizontal distribution system occurs.
1.10 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
A. The data communications system shall consist of four components, active switch equipment, an
optical fiber backbone, a copper twisted-pair backbone, and twisted pair copper work station
cabling.
B. The audio visual systems shall consist of wiring, jacks, amplification equipment, control
equipment, and head end video equipment.
1.11 SCOPE OF WORK
A. The work under this section includes providing of all material, labor, equipment and supplies and
the performance of all operations to provide a complete working Integrated Instructional
Technology Network System indicated by the Drawings and details and as specified herein.
Where the Drawings, Specifications, Codes, Regulations, Laws, or the requirements of the local
Authority conflict, provide the higher quality and higher quantity indicated or required and follow
the strictest requirement. In general, the work includes, but is not limited to, the following:
1. Cabling for Sound and Clock per manufacturers requirements.
2. Equipment Racks and Cabinets.
3. Relay Brackets.
4. Terminations.
5. Protection of all work.
6. Record Drawings and Documentation.
7. Staging.
8. Telephone and data cabling.
9. Data network racks, patch panels, and patch cables.
10. Network fiber optic back bone cabling and patch panels.
11. Operation and Maintenance Instructions and Manuals for the section’s work.
12. Nameplates, Labels and Tags.
13. Testing and certification.
14. Coordination with manufacturers, other trades and Owner.
15. CATV wiring, amps and splitters.
16. Sound, Public Address, Master Clock and Intercom.
a. Integrated Sound, System Computer and Software.
b. Classroom/Staff/Administrative Telephone System Outlets.
c. Telephone System Integration Requirements.
d. Ceiling / Wall Mounted Speaker Assemblies.
e. Bell/Class Change Signaling System.
f. Public Address System.
g. Controls, Amplifiers, and Terminal Equipment.
h. Power Supplies.
i. Battery Backup for System Programming.
j. Program Distribution System.
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k. Wireless Master Clock System.
l. Wireless Secondary Clocks.
m. Accessories.
n. Local sound systems interface with paging system.
o. Local sound systems interface with fire alarm system.
B. Provide and maintain in safe adequate condition all staging and scaffolding required for the proper
execution of the work of this section.
C. Coordinate work with that of all other trades affecting or affected by work of this section.
Cooperate with such trades to assure the steady progress of all work under the Contract.
1.12 PROTECTION OF WORK AND PROPERTY
A. Be responsible for the care and protection of all work included under this section until it has been
tested and accepted.
B. Protect all equipment and materials from damage from all causes including theft. All materials
and equipment damaged or stolen shall be replaced with equal material or equipment at the
option of the Architect and Owner.
C. Materials and equipment stored for this project shall be protected and maintained according to
the manufacturer's recommendations and requirements and according to the applicable
requirements of NFPA 70B.
D. Protect all equipment, outlets and openings with temporary plugs, caps and covers. Protect work
and materials of other trades from damage that might be caused by work or workmen and make
good any damage caused.
E. Use caution to avoid damage to existing work, and to prevent harm to personnel working in all
areas.
F. Observe all safety precautions and requirements for the construction.
G. When open-flame or spark producing tools such as blower torches, welding equipment, are
required in the process of executing the work, the General Contractor shall be notified not less
than twenty four hours in advance of the time that the work is to begin and the location where the
work is to be performed. Provide, where necessary, fire protective covering and maintain a
constant non-working fire watch where work is being performed and until it is completed.
H. The General Contractor and the Installer are responsible for initiating, maintaining, and
supervising all safety precautions and requirements during construction.
1.13 SEQUENCING AND SCHEDULING
A. Coordinate the work of this section with the respective trades responsible for installing interface
work, and ensure that the work performed hereunder is acceptable to such trades for the
installation of their work.
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B. Continuity of all services shall be maintained in all areas which will be occupied or temporarily
relocated during the construction period. If an interruption of service becomes necessary, such
shall be scheduled in advance, made only upon consent of the Owner and at a time outside
normal working hours as the Owner shall designate.
C. Refer to the overall scheduling of the work of the project. Schedule work, process Submittal and
order materials and equipment to conform to this schedule and install work to not delay nor
interfere with the progress of the project.
D. Inform Architect immediately of any delays or potential delays. Furnish manufacturer's letter to
verify order date, equipment delays, expected shipment date, order number, and potential
remedies to speed up delivery. Any costs to speed up delivery shall be implemented at no cost
to the project if the equipment or material was not ordered as soon as possible after Contract
award or within the time frames indicated with the Submittal.
E. Include premium time required to comply with the project scheduling and phasing.
F. Be aware of, and plan for, project scheduling and phasing. Provide for complete continuous
operation of all systems. Coordinate scheduling and phasing with the Architect, Owner, other
Trades, and the General Contractor.
1.14 WARRANTY
A. Voice and Data Cabling Warranty: The products that shall best support the needs of the project,
and provide the highest level of system performance over the life of the facility, shall be a voice
and data cabling system that is made up of system components designed, manufactured and
installed as a total system solution. This requirement also applies to data patch cords specified
in this section; e.g. Ortronics patch cords shall be used with Ortronics jacks and patch panels.
B. Provide a Manufacturer's Extended Product Warranty that covers product defects for all passive
components of the Voice and Data Cabling System. Passive components are defined as those
exhibiting no gain or contributing no energy to the Data Cabling System and include but are not
limited to cabling, connectors, outlets, patch panels, patch cords, racks as outlined in PART 2 of
this Specification.
1. The following shall be covered by the Manufacturer's Extended Product Warranty:
a. All passive components that comprise the Voice and Data Cabling System will be
free from manufacturing defects in material of workmanship under normal and
proper use.
b. All passive components that comprise the Voice and Data Cabling System shall
exceed the specifications of ANSI/TIA/EIA 568B series, and exceed ISO/IEC 11801
standards, including all subsequent changes to these standards that are in effect at
the time of bidding, and shall meet or exceed the performance specifications as
outlined in PART 2 of this Specification.
c. The installation shall exceed the insertion and return loss, attenuation and near end
crosstalk (NEXT) requirements of ANSI/TIA/EIA 568B series and the ISO/IEC 11801
standards for cabling links/channel configurations specified in these standards
including all subsequent changes to these standards that are in effect at the time of
bidding.
d. Each Voice and Data Channel shall be capable of delivering data at 1.2 Gbps
between active network electronics. A Data Channel is comprised of all passive
components including cabling, connectors, patch panel port, and patch cords, with
up to a total of 4 connections between Owner's network electronics (not in the
contract).
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2. Upon successful completion of the Voice and Data Cabling System installation by the
Communication Systems Installer, and subsequent inspection by an authorized
representative of the Manufacturer of the passive components, the Owner shall be
provided with Registration Certificate, from the Manufacturer, registering the Installation.
3. Duration of Warranty: The warranty shall run for 20 years from the Date of Substantial
Completion of the Project, unless the Registration Certificate is issued by the Manufacturer
at a later date, in which case the warranty shall run for 20 years from the date that the
Registration Certificate is issued.
4. The Extended Product Warranty is applicable to the Voice and Data Cabling System
passive components at the original site of installation. Under the Extended Product
Warranty, the Manufacturer of the passive components shall either repair or replace the
defective product(s) at the Manufacturers cost. This includes the replacement or repair
cost of defective materials and the cost of labor to repair or replace any and all defective
products.
5. The Communication Systems Installer shall be able to provide a Manufacturer's warranty
that the Voice and Data Cabling System shall be free from failures which prevent operation
of the specific applications for which the original Voice and Data Cabling System was
designed to support, including but not limited to: 10Base-T; 100Base-T; 52/155 Mbps ATM;
622Mbps 64-CAP ATM; 1000Base-T Gigabit Ethernet.
1.15 MAINTENANCE
A. Provide installers maintenance contract quote, upon request, for a period equal to warranty.
B. Upon receipt of notice from the Owner of failure of any part of the systems during the warranty
period, the affected parts shall be replaced. Any equipment requiring excessive service
consisting of more than two unscheduled service calls, shall be considered defective and shall
be replaced.
C. Response times to warranty issues shall differ according to the level of the problem.
1. A problem is considered to be corrected when the system and its components operate
according to specified requirements.
2. Warranty work shall be performed according to the procedures of the Owner, its staff and
tenants and their normal operations.
1.16 SEISMIC REQUIREMENTS
A. Equipment and work shall meet the restraint requirements per Massachusetts Building Code.
1.17 FUNCTION AND OPERATION
A. The intended function of the data communications cable system is to transmit data signals from
a central location to several individual data outlet locations. Upon completion of the work outlined
in this specification, the system shall be capable of transmitting data signals at a rate of 1000
Mbps.
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B. The multimode optical fiber cable system shall be capable of transmitting signals with a minimum
bandwidth of 160 MHz at both 850 or 1300 nm. The cumulative signal loss, through connectors,
jumpers, couplers, and fiber cable, shall be less than 10 dB. The single mode optical fiber cable
system shall be capable of transmitting signals with a bandwidth of up to 500 MHz at both 1300
and 1550 nm. The cumulative signal loss, through connectors, jumpers, couplers, and fiber cable,
shall be less than 10 dB.
C. Work station cable, from the HC to the work area, shall be installed in accordance with EIA/TIA-
568-A specified installation practices, EIA/TIA TSB 67 recommended installation practices,
manufacturer specified installation practices, and shall be capable of transmitting a signal at 1000
Mbps with acceptable attenuation and cross-talk measurements. The entire work station cable
system, including wiring blocks, cable, and telecommunications outlets shall be tested for
Category 6 compliance.
1.18 EXTRA MATERIALS
A. Furnish extra materials that match products installed and that are packaged with protective
covering for storage and identified with labels describing contents.
1. Connecting Blocks: One of each type.
2. UTP 4-pair Station Cable: 1,000 feet.
3. UTP Backbone Cable: 300 feet.
4. Patch-Panel Units: One of each type.
5. Device Plate: 10 of each type.
6. Patch Cables: 80 – Color and length to be determined.
7. Fiber optic patch cable: two of each type.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1 GENERAL
A. Throughout Part 2, material quantities are given. These quantities are given for reference
purposes only. It is the responsibility of the Contractor to provide appropriate quantities of
materials to provide a complete, functional system.
B. Equipment shall be installed in accordance with Technology drawings. General installation
provisions are as follows:
1. Equipment Racks: Equipment racks shall be assembled and mounted in locations shown
in the Drawings and as described herein. Each rack shall be assembled in accordance with
the manufacturer's instructions and recommendations. Each rack shall be mounted such
that the side rails are plumb. Each rack shall be affixed to the building structure at each of
the mounting holes provided. Attachment shall be by 1/2 in. X 1-1/4 in. lag bolts. A 3/8 in.
pilot hole shall be drilled for each lag bolt. Each bolt shall be tightened to the extent that it
holds the mounting hardware firmly, but not so tight as to distort the hardware or strip the
threads.
Equipment racks are to be co-located with the quadplex power outlets to allow for easy
connection of racked equipment to the power system of the school.
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2. Wiring Blocks and Wire Management Components: Where required, wiring blocks and wire
management components shall be mounted to the plywood backboard. Wiring blocks and
wire management shall be mounted in accordance with the attached drawings. Each
device shall be mounted such that its horizontal dimension is level. In cases where more
than one device is mounted, they shall be aligned vertically. Each device shall be affixed
to the plywood backboard by means of screws suitable for fastening to plywood. A
minimum of four (4) of the mounting holes provided shall be utilized for fastening. Screws
shall be tightened to the extent that they hold the device snug to the backboard, but not so
tight as to distort or damage the device. Wiring blocks shall be terminated in accordance
with the manufacturer's instructions and recommendations. Installation of accessories shall
also be conducted in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and
recommendations.
2.2 COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT ROOM FITTINGS
A. Summary:
Section Includes:
1. Telecommunications mounting elements.
2. Pathways
3. Telecommunications equipment racks and cabinets
4. Grounding.
B. Coordination: Coordinate layout and installation of communications equipment with Owner's
telecommunications and LAN equipment and service suppliers. Coordinate service entrance
arrangement with local exchange carrier.
1. Meet jointly with telecommunications and LAN equipment suppliers, local exchange carrier
representatives, and Owner to exchange information and agree on details of equipment
arrangements and installation interfaces.
2. Record agreements reached in meetings and distribute them to other participants.
3. Adjust arrangements and locations of distribution frames, cross-connects, and patch
panels in equipment rooms to accommodate and optimize arrangement and space
requirements of telephone switch and LAN equipment.
4. Adjust arrangements and locations of equipment with distribution frames, cross-connects,
and patch panels of cabling systems of other communications, electronic safety and
security, and related systems that share space in the equipment room.
5. Coordinate location of power raceways and receptacles with locations of communications
equipment requiring electrical power to operate.
C. Pathways:
1. General Requirements: Comply with TIA/EIA-569-A.
2. Cable Support: NRTL labeled. Cable support brackets shall be designed to prevent
degradation of cable performance and pinch points that could damage cable. Cable tie
slots fasten cable ties to brackets.
a. Comply with NFPA 70 and UL 2043 for fire-resistant and low-smoke-producing
characteristics.
b. Support brackets with cable tie slots for fastening cable ties to brackets.
c. Lacing bars, spools, J-hooks, and D-rings.
d. Straps and other devices.
D. Equipment Frames (Racks)
1. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, manufacturers offering products
that may be incorporated into the Work include, but are not limited to, the following:
a. APC
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b. Cooper B-Line, Inc.
c. Hubbell Premise Wiring.
d. Panduit
e. Or equal
2. General Frame Requirements:
a. Distribution Frames: Freestanding and wall-mounting, modular-steel units designed
for telecommunications terminal support and coordinated with dimensions of units
to be supported.
b. Module Dimension: Width compatible with EIA 310 standard, 19-inch panel
mounting.
c. Finish: Manufacturer's standard, baked-polyester powder coat.
3. Floor-Mounted Racks: Modular-type, four-post quick rail, aluminum construction.
a. Vertical and horizontal cable management channels, top and bottom cable troughs,
grounding lug, and two power strips.
b. Baked-polyester powder coat finish.
4. Equipment Cabinets:
a. 42RU, 24 in. W x 42 in. D.
b. Steel construction.
c. Treated to resist corrosion.
d. Perforated front and rear doors.
e. Lockable front and rear doors.
f. Louvered side panels.
g. Cable access provisions top and bottom.
h. Grounding lug.
i. Rack-mounted, 250-cfm fan.
j. 19 in. Dual slide rack mount monitor keyboard drawer (provide two)
k. Power strip (two).
l. All cabinets keyed alike.
m. Regulatory approvals: EIA-310-D
n. Warranty: 5-years
o. Standards: UL 60950
5. Cable Management for Equipment Frames:
a. Metal, with integral wire retaining fingers.
b. Baked-polyester powder coat finish.
c. Vertical cable management panels shall have front and rear channels, with covers.
d. Provide horizontal crossover cable manager at the top of each relay rack, with a
minimum height of two rack units each.
6. Power Strips: Comply with UL 1363.
a. Rack mounting.
b. Receptacles: Six 20-A, 120-V ac, NEMA WD 6, Configuration 5-20R receptacles for
each power strip. Provide two in each rack.
c. LED indicator lights for power and protection status.
d. LED indicator lights for reverse polarity and open outlet ground.
e. Circuit Breaker and Thermal Fusing: When protection is lost, circuit opens and cannot be reset.
f. Cord connected with 15-foot line cord.
g. Rocker-type on-off switch, illuminated when in on position.
h. Peak Single-Impulse Surge Current Rating: 33 kA per phase.
i. Protection modes shall be line to neutral, line to ground, and neutral to ground.
UL 1449 clamping voltage for all 3 modes shall be not more than 330 V.
E. Grounding:
1. Comply with requirements in 260000 Section "Grounding and Bonding for Electrical
Systems." for grounding conductors and connectors.
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2. Telecommunications Main Bus Bar:
a. Connectors: Mechanical type, cast silicon bronze, solderless exothermic-type wire
terminals, and long-barrel, two-bolt connection to ground bus bar.
b. Ground Bus Bar: Copper, minimum 1/4 inch thick by 4 inches wide with 9/32-inch
holes spaced 1-1/8 inches apart.
c. Stand-Off Insulators: Comply with UL 891 for use in switchboards, 600 V. Lexan or
PVC, impulse tested at 5000 V.
d. Comply with ANSI-J-STD-607-A.
F. Labeling:
1. Comply with TIA/EIA-606-A and UL 969 for a system of labeling materials, including label
stocks, laminating adhesives, and inks used by label printers.
2.3 FIBER OPTIC CABLE:
A. Fiber: The following cable specifications shall also be met by the cable manufacturer for fiber
optic cable:
1. Multimode Optical Fiber Cabling: Multimode optical fiber cables shall meet all of the
requirements delineated within the specifications of ANSI/TIA/EIA-568-B1, B2, B3 and
ISO/IEC 11801, 50/125 fiber shall be as noted in Table 1 and 2. Fiber shall be laser
optimized type OM3.
Table 1
Minimum Performance Parameters for LightSystem Cables Containing 50/125 Multimode Fiber
Fiber Maximum Attenuation
(dB/km)
Minimum Bandwidth
(MHz-km)
Guaranteed Transmission
Distance (m)
@ 850 nm @ 1300 nm @ 850
nm
@ 1300 nm @ 850 nm @ 1300 nm
50/125 3.5 1.0 200 500 275 550
TABLE 2
Minimum Performance Parameters for LightSystem PlusTM Cables Containing 50/125 or 50/125
Multimode Fiber
Fiber
Maximum Attenuation
(dB/km)
Minimum Bandwidth
(MHz-km)
Guaranteed Transmission
Distance (m)
@ 850 nm @ 1300 nm @ 850
nm
@ 1300 nm @ 850 nm @ 1300 nm
50/125 3.5 1.0 220 1000 300 550
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2. Singlemode Optical Fiber Cable: Singlemode mode LightSystemTMal fiber cables shall
meet all of the requirements delineated within the specifications as listed in Section 1
except that the attenuation and zero dispersion limits shall be as noted in Table 3 and 4.
3. Attenuation: The LightSystem cable as noted in Tables 1 and 3 and LightSystem
PlusTM as noted in Tables 2 and 4 cable shall perform in accordance with the
attenuation limits when tested per ANSI/EIA/TIA-455-46, -53, -61 or -78 (as
applicable).
4. Bandwidth: LightSystem as noted in Table 1 cable and LightSystem PlusTM
cable as noted in Table 2 shall perform in accordance with the bandwidth limits
when tested per ANSI/EIA/TIA-455-51 or ISO/IEC 793-1-C2A
5. Transmission distance: The protocol pertinent to the transmission distance noted
in Table 1 for LightSystem and Table 2 for LightSystem PlusTM cable is Gigabit
Ethernet per IEEE 802.3z.
6. Zero Dispersion Wavelength and Slope: LightSystem cable shall perform as
noted in Table 3 and LightSystem Plus cable as noted in Table 4 in accordance with the Zero Dispersion wavelength and slope limits when tested per
ANSI/EIA/TIA-455-168, -169, or -175 (as applicable).
7. Fiber 50/125 µm Multimode Optical fiber cables shall be manufactured by one of the
following:
a. Belden
b. Berk-Tek
c. Commscope
d. General Cable
e. Mohawk
f. Or equal
g. Be a minimum of twelve strands of 50/125 µm multimode optical fiber for horizontal
cabling.
h. Be appropriate for the environment in which it is installed.
8. Fiber equipment cords shall:
a. Be available in standard lengths of 1, 3, and 5 meters, custom lengths shall also be available, and shall meet or exceed standards as defined in ANSI/TIA/EIA-568-A
and ISO/IEC 11801.
b. Utilize duplex fiber cable that is 50/125 micron multimode, OFNR riser grade, and
meets the requirements of UL 1666.
TABLE 3
Minimum Performance Parameters for LightSystem Cables Containing
Singlemode Fiber
Fiber Cable Type
Maximum Attenuation
(dB/km)
Zero Dispersion
@ 1310 nm @ 1550 nm Wavelength (nm) Slope (nm2-km)
Singlemode
Inside Plant 1.0 1.0
1300-1324 < 0.093 Outside
Plant
0.5 0.5
TABLE 4
Minimum Performance Parameters for LightSystem PlusTM Cables Containing Singlemode Fiber
Fiber Cable Type
Maximum Attenuation
(dB/km)
Zero Dispersion
@ 1310 nm @ 1550 nm Wavelength (nm) Slope (nm2-
km)
Singlemode
Inside Plant 0.5 0.5
1300-1320 < 0.092 Outside
Plant
0.4 0.3
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c. Utilize cable where the attenuation shall not exceed 3.5 dB/km @ 850 nm
wavelength or 1.0 dB/km @ 1300 nm.
d. Have a cable jacket color for 50/125 in gray.
e. The connectors shall be SC or ST in accordance with TIA/EIA-568-A and must
include a ceramic ferrule.
f. Have ST connectors with a metal coupling nut.
g. Have a minimum return loss of 20 dB (25 dB typical) at both 850 nm & 1300 nm.
h. Be made by an ISO 9001 and 14001 Certified Manufacturer.
i. Be UL 1666 approved.
j. Siemon Company FJ Series Fiber Jumpers Recommended Category 6:
9. Coordinate fiber patch cords with Owner prior to release. Provide SC to LC, ST to LC, or
any combination of the two. Provide one per fiber port.
10. Warning Tags: At each location where the fiber cable is exposed to human intrusion, it shall
be marked with warning tags. These tags shall be yellow or orange in color, and shall
contain the warning: "CAUTION FIBER OPTIC CABLE". The text shall be permanent,
black, block characters, and at least 3/16 in. high. A warning tag shall be permanently
affixed to each exposed cable or bundle of cables, at intervals of not more than five feet.
Any section of exposed cable which is less than five feet in length shall have at least one
warning tag affixed to it.
11. T-Bar Suspended Ceilings: Copper station cabling may be run outside of conduits and
above T-Bar suspended ceilings when available, at the option of the installer. Cables
installed in this fashion are to be run horizontally in bundles and tied down neatly, well clear
of any light fixtures or other electrical appliances that may affect data transmissions.
B. Optical fiber Interconnect Equipment: Interconnect equipment may be mounted either on the
plywood backboard or in the equipment racks, depending on the particular application. When
mounted on the backboard, the horizontal dimension shall be level. A minimum of four of the
mounting holes provided shall be utilized for fastening. Screws shall be tightened to the extent
that they hold the device snug to the backboard, but not so tight as to distort or damage the
device. Interconnect equipment mounted in racks shall be affixed to the rack by at least four
screws. The screws shall be of the correct size and thread configuration for the holes in the rack.
They shall be tightened to the extent that they hold the equipment firmly to the rack, without
distorting the equipment or stripping the threads. All optical fiber interconnect devices shall be
assembled and installed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and
recommendations. All large openings into wall mounted cabinets shall be covered by a grommet.
2.4 UTP CABLE (BACKBONE)
A. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by one of the
following:
1. Belden CDT Inc.; Electronics Division.
2. CommScope
3. Mohawk; a division of Belden CDT.
4. Molex
5. Superior Essex Inc.
6. Or equal
B. Description: Multi-pair Backbone Cable: Category 5e, 100-ohm, 25-pair UTP binder groups
covered with a gray thermoplastic jacket.
1. Comply with ICEA S-90-661 for mechanical properties.
2. Comply with TIA/EIA-568-B.1 for performance specifications.
3. Comply with TIA/EIA-568-B.2, Category 5e.
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4. Listed and labeled by an NRTL acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction as complying
with UL 444 and NFPA 70 for the following types:
a. Communications: Type CMP, complying with NFPA 262.
C. Multi-pair backbone cables: Provide copper backbone cable that meets or exceeds the following
specifications:
1. Electrical Specifications:
Maximum DC Resistance 28.6 Ω/1,000 ft (9.4 Ω/100m)
Maximum DC Resistance Unbalanced 5 percent
Maximum Capacitance Unbalanced (pair
to ground)
1,000 pF/1000 ft. (328 pF/m)
Mutual Capacitance @ 1kHz 18 nF/1000 ft (5.9 nF/100 m), max.
2. Attenuation (dB/100 m [328 ft.]):
Frequency Attenuation (Max.)
1.00 MHz 2.3 dB
4.00 MHz 4.9 dB
10.00 MHz 8.5 dB
16.00 MHz 12 dB
3. Worst Pair Near-End Crosstalk (NEXT) dB/100 m [328 ft]:
Frequency Pair-To-Pair NEXT (Max.)
1.0 MHz 13.8 dB
4.0 MHz 11.2 dB
10.0 MHz 10.2 dB
16.0 MHz 9.2 dB
2.5 FIBER INNERDUCT
A. DESCRIPTION: From the MDF to each IDF, segments of optical fiber innerduct shall be installed.
1. Quantities Required: Innerduct runs do not have to be continuous throughout, breaks are
expected at the pull boxes. Contractor is responsible for determination of actual lengths of
innerduct required. Enough innerduct shall be provided and installed to extend from the
fiber service loop in the MDF to the fiber service loop in each IDF. If the route passes
through a pull box, the segments of innerduct shall extend twelve inches into the pull box.
If the route passes through an enroute HC, each segment of innerduct shall extend at least
twelve inches beyond the end of the service conduit.
B. INSTALLATION: Fiber innerduct shall be installed in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions
and industry standards. Within the equipment rooms, the innerduct shall extend from the end of
conduit to four feet above the floor and shall be affixed to the backboard by means of clamps
designed for that purpose. Care shall be taken to avoid kinking the innerduct or applying
excessive tension during the installation process.
2.6 FIBER DISTRIBUTION
A. DESCRIPTION: From the MDF to each IDF a continuous segment of fiber cable shall be provided.
1. Product: 12 strands multi-mode 50/125 UM OM3 laser optimized and 6 strands single-
mode 8.3/125 UM.
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2. Quantities Required: The contractor is responsible for determination of actual segment
lengths. Actual quantities will be determined by the routing established by the electrical
engineer.
3. Required Accessories and Quantities:
a. Kit of Parts: Sufficient quantities to block and buffer both ends of each cable
segment.
b. Sealant: Sealant sufficient quantities to block each end of each cable segment.
B. INSTALLATION: Installation shall be conducted following guidelines established by the product
manufacturer and industry standards.
1. Fiber Optic Cable: During installation of the optical fiber cable segments into the conduit
system, special care shall be taken to avoid damage to the cable. While under pulling
tension, the cable shall not be bent into a curve with a radius of less than 20 times the
cable diameter. Pulling tension shall not exceed manufacturer's recommended maximum
tensile load. Contractor shall utilize a winch with tension control or a "break-away" link
designed to break away at or below the recommended maximum tension.
C. The optical fiber cable shall be routed through the existing conduit and onto the appropriate HC
backboard. Routing on the backboard shall be straight and plumb. A minimum ten foot service
loop shall be provided at each terminal location. Refer to Drawings for cable configuration.
2.7 WORK STATION CABLE
A. DESCRIPTION: From each MDF or IDF, 4-pair enhanced Category 6A cables shall be routed to
each work station (data outlets).
1. Product:
a. Copper 4-pair UTP:
1) UTP cables shall:
a) Be manufactured by one of the following:
• Hitatchi Cable Manchester
• Berk-Tek
• Commscope
• General Cable
• Mohawk
• Or equal
• Be 100 Ω 4-pair, category 6A cable.
• Shall be plenum rated.
2. Required Accessories and Quantities (Hard Wall Locations):
a. Work Station: shall be metal with ivory or white finish (refer to drawings), Single
Gang, Single Port Face plate. Using Panduit CMB**-X blank modules to fill unused
ports. Refer to drawings for two, three, and four gang configurations. Modules shall
be CJ688TP** – color to be selected by engineer.
3. Work Area Equipment Cords: The Work Area Equipment Cords shall meet or exceed the
following criteria:
a. Modular Equipment Cords: Category 6A cable
4. Category 6A, modular equipment cords shall:
a. Be round, and consist of eight insulated 24 AWG, stranded copper conductors,
arranged in four color-coded twisted-pairs within a flame-retardant jacket.
b. Be equipped with modular 8-position (RJ45 style) plugs on both ends, wired straight-
through with standards compliant wiring.
5. Use modular plugs which exceed FCC CFR 47 part 68 subpart F and IEC 60603-7
specifications, and have 50 microinches minimum of gold plating over nickel contacts.
6. Be resistant to corrosion from humidity, extreme temperatures, and airborne contaminants.
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7. Utilize cable that exhibit power sum NEXT performance.
a. Be available in several colors with or without color strain relief boots featuring a
snagless design.
b. Provide one 10 foot cord per data jack shown on drawings.
c. Be made by an ISO 9001 and 14001 Certified Manufacturer.
d. Electrical Specifications:
e. DC resistance per lead: 9.38 Ω / 100 m maximum.
f. Input impedance without averaging: 100 Ω + 15 percent from 1 to 100 MHz.
g. 100 percent transmission tested with laboratory grade network analyzers for proper
performance up to 1000 MHz. Vendor shall guarantee cords are compatible with
category 6 links/3A links.
8. UL VERIFIED (or equivalent) for TIA/EIA proposed category 6/6A electrical performance.
9. UL LISTED 1863.
10. All information outlets for 100 Ω 22-26 AWG copper cable shall:
a. Be available in black, white, gray, ivory and light ivory.
b. Accommodate a minimum of two 8-position / 8-conductor modular jacks.
c. Utilize compliant pin technology 110 style insulation displacement connectors which
allows the use of a 4-pair impact tool.
d. Allow for a minimum of 200 re-terminations without signal degradation below
standards compliance limit.
e. Be constructed of high impact, flame-retardant thermoplastic.
f. Be available in a screened version for 100 Ω ScTP cable.
g. Be made by an ISO 9001 and 14001 Certified Manufacturer.
h. Electrical Specifications:
i. ANSI/TIA/EIA-568-B1, B2, B3 and ISO/IEC 11801 proposed category 6A compliant.
j. The following requirements shall also be met (NEXT Loss and FEXT tested in both
Differential and Common Mode):
Parameters Performance Performance @ 100 MHz *
NEXT Loss + 3.0 dB 43.0 dB
FEXT + 3.0 dB 43.0 dB **
Insertion Loss (Attenuation) + 40 percent .24 dB
Return Loss + 6 dB 20 dB
LCL 40 dB (1-100 MHz) **
B. INSTALLATION: Installation shall be conducted in accordance with guidelines established the
manufacturer and industry standards. Wall Plates shall be mounted such that their vertical
dimension is plumb. Each wall plate shall be labeled with its respective work station number.
Each modular mounting frame shall be labeled with its respective work station number.
C. Technical Requirements: Horizontal cabling: the horizontal subsystem is the portion of the
telecommunications cabling system that extends from the work area telecommunications
outlet/connector to the horizontal cross-connect in the Telecommunications room/closet. It
consists of the telecommunications outlet/connector, the horizontal cables, optional consolidation
point, and that portion of the cross-connect in the telecommunications room/closet serving the
horizontal cable.
1. Cable Types: All UTP and fiber optic cables shall conform to the following standards:
a. ANSI/TIA-568C.0 Generic Telecommunications Cabling for Customer Premises
b. ANSI/TIA-568C.1 Commercial Building Telecommunications Cabling
c. ANSI/TIA-568C.2 Balance Twisted Pair Telecommunications Cabling
d. ANSI/TIA-568C.3 Optical Fiber Cabling and Components Standard
e. Including all applicable addenda) and ISO/IEC 11801 (International) Generic
Cabling for Customer Premises standard (latest amendment and including all
applicable addenda).
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f. Input Bonded-Pair Non-bonded Pair
Impedance
100 + 12 1-20 MHz -----
100 + 15 20-250 MHz 1-100 MHz
100 + 20 250-350 MHz -----
100 + 22 350-625 MHz 100-200 MHz
100 + 32 ----- 200-625 MHz
g. Copper: The following cable specifications shall also be met by the cable
manufacturer for 4-pair UTP, premium category 6 cables:
1) Attenuation: Qualified Cables shall exhibit worst case attenuation less than
the values derived using the equations shown in the chart below from 1 MHz
to the highest referenced frequency value. Worst case qualified cable
attenuation performance for selected frequency points of interest is also
provided.
Attenuation Limits Table
System 6SM
Frequency Range 1-350 MHz
Worst Case
fff0.20 + .017 + 82.1 ⋅≤
Frequency
Points of
Interest
MHz
19.8 dB
29 dB
35.3 dB
100
200
300
h. Near End Crosstalk (NEXT) Loss:
1) Qualified Cables shall exhibit worst case NEXT Loss greater than the values
derived using the equations shown in the chart below from 1 MHz to the
highest referenced frequency value. Worst case qualified cable NEXT Loss
performance for selected frequency points of interest is also provided.
NEXT Loss Limits Table
System 6SM
Frequency Range 1-350 MHz
Worst Case Cable NEXT
Loss
)0.77215log(-76 f≥
Frequency
Points of
Interest
MHz
44.3 dB
39.8 dB
37.1 dB
100
200
300
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i. Power Sum Near-End Crosstalk (PSNEXT) Loss:
1) Qualified Cables shall exhibit worst case PSNEXT Loss greater than the
values derived using the equations shown in the chart below from 1 MHz to
the highest referenced frequency value. Worst case qualified cable PSNEXT
Loss performance for selected frequency points of interest is also provided.
PSNEXT Loss Limits Table
System 6SM
Frequency Range 1-350 MHz
Worst Case PSNEXT Loss )0.77215log(-74 f≥
Frequency
Points of
Interest
MHz
42.3 dB
37.8 dB
35.1 dB
100
200
300
j. Equal Level Far-End Crosstalk (ELFEXT):
1) Qualified Cables shall exhibit worst case ELFEXT greater than the values
derived using the equations shown in the chart below from 1 MHz to the
highest referenced frequency value. Worst case qualified cable ELFEXT
performance for selected frequency points of interest is also provided.
ELFEXT Limits Table
System 6SM
Frequency Range 1-350 MHz
Worst Case ELFEXT )0.77220log(-70 f≥
Frequency
Points of Interest
MHz
27.8 dB
22.7 dB
18.2 dB
100
200
300
k. Power Sum Equal Level Far-End Crosstalk (PSELFEXT):
1) Qualified Cables shall exhibit worst case PSELFEXT Loss greater than the
values derived using the equations shown in the chart below from 1 MHz to
the highest referenced frequency value. Worst case qualified cable
PSELFEXT performance for selected frequency points of interest is also
provided.
PSELFEXT Loss Limits Table
System 6SM
Frequency Range 1-350 MHz
Worst Case PSELFEXT )0.77220log(-67 f≥
Frequency Points
of Interest
MHz
24.8 dB
18.7 dB
15.2 dB
100
200
300
l. Return Loss:
1) Qualified Cables shall exhibit worst case Return Loss greater than the values
derived using the equations shown in the chart below from 1 MHz to the
highest referenced frequency value. Worst case qualified cable Return Loss
performance for selected frequency points of interest is also provided.
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Return Loss Limits Table
System 6SM
Frequency Range 1-350 MHz
Worst Case Return Loss Frequency
(MHz)
Return Loss
(dB)
≤ f <10
10 ≤ f < 20
20 ≤ f ≤ 300
21 +4⋅log(f)dB
25 dB
25 –7⋅log(f/20)
Frequency Points of
Interest
MHz
20.1 dB
18 dB
16.8 dB
100
200
300
m. Propagation Delay (ANSI/TIA/EIA-568-A-1):
1) Qualified Cables shall exhibit worst case Propagation Delay less than the
values derived using the equations shown in the chart below from 1 MHz to
the highest referenced frequency value. Worst case qualified cable
Propagation Delay performance for selected frequency points of interest is
also provided.
Propagation Delay Limits Table
System 6SM
Frequency Range 1-350 MHz
Worst Case Propagation
Delay
MHzf
36476+<
Frequency Points
of Interest
MHz
480 ns
479 ns
478 ns
100
200
300
n. Delay Skew (ANSI/TIA/EIA-568-A-1):
1) Qualified Cables shall exhibit worst case Delay Skew less than the values
specified in the chart below per 100 m from 1 MHz to the highest referenced
frequency value.
Delay Skew Limits Table
System 6SM
Frequency Range 1-350 MHz
Worst Case Delay
Skew
MHz
25 ns
25 ns
25 ns
100
200
300
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o. Longitudinal Conversion Loss (LCL):
1) For all categories of 100 Ω unshielded and screened cables, the worst case
calculated LCL for any pair in a 100 m cable shall not be less than 35 dB, from
1 MHz to the highest referenced frequency for each performance category.
LCL measurements shall be performed in accordance with ITU-T
Recommendation O.9 (November, 1988) or equivalent. Calculated LCL
performance shall be determined by subtracting the test balun loss correction
factor (as specified by the balun manufacturer) from the measured value at
all frequencies.
LCL Limits Table
System 6SM
Frequency Range 1-350 MHz
Worst Case Delay
Skew
MHz
35 dB
35 dB*
35 dB
100
200
300
p. Longitudinal Transfer Conversion Loss (LCTL):
1) For all categories of 100 Ω unshielded and screened cables, the worst case
calculated LCTL for any pair in a 100 m cable shall not be less than 35 dB,
from 1 MHz to the highest referenced frequency for each performance
category. LCTL measurements shall be performed in accordance with ITU-T
Recommendation O.9 (November, 1988) or equivalent. Calculated LCL
performance shall be determined by subtracting the test balun loss correction
factor (as specified by the balun manufacturer) from the measured value at
all frequencies.
LCTL Limits Table
System 6SM
Frequency Range 1-350 MHz
Worst Case
Delay Skew
MHz
35 dB
35 dB*
35 dB*
100
200
300
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q. Attenuation to Crosstalk Ratio (ACR):
1) Using “pair-to-pair NEXT Loss”, all Qualified Cables shall exhibit worst case
ACR performance for the specified frequency range shown in the following
table.
ACR Limits Table
System 6SM
Frequency Range 1-350 MHz
Worst Case
ACR
MHz
24.1 dB
24.1 dB
24.1 dB
.5 dB
1-80
80-100
1-100
100-300
PSACR Limits Table
System 6SM
Frequency Range 1-350 MHz
Worst Case
PSACR
MHz
22.1 dB
22.1 dB
22.1 dB
-1.5 dB
1-80
80-100
1-100
100-300
r. Transfer Impedance:
1) Surface Transfer Impedance is specified for ScTP cables and is determined
by the formula below in mΩ/m where f = frequency. All qualified ScTP cables
shall have a margin greater than or equal to the values specified in the
following table.
354437 fffTcable+++=
Transfer Impedance Limits Table
Margin 1-100 MHz System 6SM
Transfer Impedance 10 percent
2.8 MAIN DISTRIBUTION FACILITY (MDF)
A. DESCRIPTION: The equipment shall be installed in accordance with Drawings.
1. Products and Quantities:
a. Equipment Rack: - As specified.
b. Fiber Interconnect: Panduit FRME24 rack mount fiber optic enclosure or equal.
Supply and install as many as necessary to service all fiber strands entering the
MDF.
c. Modular Patch Panels: Panduit angled patch panel or equal: 48-port patch panel
wired Category 6A Patch Panel. One port for each workstation served from the MDF
with a minimum of 12 spare ports are required. If the number of workstation cables,
plus required spare count 12 is greater than 48, then a second 48-port patch panel
is required. Supply and install as many patch panels in the MDF as necessary to
service all workstation cables plus the required spare count.
d. Patch Cables: Panduit UTPSPXX-** or equal where XX is the length in feet and **
is the color. The length shall vary between 3 ft. and 15 ft. and shall be determined
by the owner. Colors shall also be determined by the owner. A minimum of five
different color patch cables shall be carried for different systems.
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2. Required Accessories and Quantities:
a. Adapter Panels: Panduit FAP6WEIDSC – 6 Port Duplex Multimode SC Adapter
Panels.
b. Fiber Jumpers: Panduit F6D3-3M3Y, 3 meter, Duplex, 50 micron OM3, SC to LC
Fiber and ST to LC Fiber Jumper or equal.
c. Cable Management: Panduit WMPH2E Front/Rear cable manager or Panduit
WMPLS Low Profile Cable Manager or equal.
d. Cable Management Rings and Strain Relief: Panduit WMBV1 21 in. x5 in. Vertical
Manager Ring, Panduit WMBV2 2 in. x5 in. Vertical Manager Ring and/or Panduit
WMSRC1 or WMSRC2 strain relief clips. Provide and install sufficient quantities to
conform to the attached Drawings.
B. INSTALLATION: Installation shall be conducted in accordance with manufacturer's
recommendations, industry standards, and this specification. Installation includes complete
assembly and mounting of the fiber interconnect equipment, dressing the fiber and copper cables,
complete assembly and mounting of the equipment rack, and mounting of the wiring blocks.
Equipment shall be mounted in accordance with attached Drawings.
2.9 INTERMEDIATE DISTRIBUTION FACILITIES
A. DESCRIPTION: The equipment shall be installed in accordance with Drawings.
1. Products and Quantities:
a. Equipment Rack: - As specified.
b. Fiber Interconnect: Panduit FRME24 rack mount fiber optic enclosure or equal.
Supply and install as many as necessary to service all fiber strands entering the IDF.
c. Modular Patch Panels: Panduit CPPLA48WBLY or equal: 48-port patch panel wired
Category 6A Patch Panel. One port for each workstation served from the IDF with a
minimum of 12 spare ports are required. If the number of workstation cables, plus
required spare count 12 is greater than 48, then a second 48-port patch panel is
required. Supply and install as many patch panels in the IDF as necessary to service
all workstation cables plus the required spare count.
d. Patch Cables: Panduit UTPSPXX-** or equal where XX is the length in feet and **
is the color. The length shall vary between 3 ft. and 15 ft. and shall be determined
by the owner. Colors shall also be determined by the owner. A minimum of five
different color patch cables shall be carried for different systems.
2. Required Accessories and Quantities:
a. Adapter Panels: Panduit FAP6WEIDSC – 6 Port Duplex Multimode SC Adapter
Panels.
b. Fiber Jumpers: Panduit F6D3-3M3Y, 3 meter, Duplex, 50 micron OM3, SC to LC
Fiber and ST to LC Fiber Jumper or equal.
c. Cable Management: Panduit WMPH2E Front/Rear cable manager or Panduit
WMPLS Low Profile Cable Manager or equal.
d. Cable Management Rings and Strain Relief: Panduit WMBV1 21 in. x5 in. Vertical
Manager Ring, Panduit WMBV2 2 in. x5 in. Vertical Manager Ring and/or Panduit
WMSRC1 or WMSRC2 strain relief clips. Provide and install sufficient quantities to
conform to the attached Drawings.
B. INSTALLATION: Installation shall be conducted in accordance with manufacturer's
recommendations, industry standards, and this specification. Installation includes complete
assembly and mounting of the fiber interconnect equipment, dressing the fiber and copper cables,
complete assembly and mounting of the equipment rack, and mounting of the wiring blocks.
Equipment shall be mounted in accordance with Drawings.
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2.10 TESTING AND DOCUMENTATION
A. Testing Agency: Engage a qualified testing agency to perform tests and inspections.
B. Perform tests and inspections.
C. Tests and Inspections:
1. Visually inspect UTP 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-B.1.
2. Visually confirm Category 5e marking of outlets, cover plates, outlet/connectors, and patch
panels.
3. Visually inspect cable placement, cable termination, grounding and bonding, equipment
and patch cords, and labeling of all components.
4. Test UTP copper cabling for DC loop resistance, shorts, opens, intermittent faults, and
polarity between conductors. Test operation of shorting bars in connection blocks. Test
cables after termination but not cross-connection.
a. Provide test instruments that meet or exceed applicable requirements in TIA/EIA-
568-B.2. Perform tests with a tester that complies with performance requirements
in "Test Instruments (Normative)" Annex, complying with measurement accuracy
specified in "Measurement Accuracy (Informative)" Annex. Use only test cords and
adapters that are qualified by test equipment manufacturer for channel or link test
configuration.
5. Multi-pair Voice Riser Tests:
a. Test each pair of multi-pair voice riser cables for proper polarity; no reversals; no
transpositions; continuity; no shorts; no AC voltages; no DC voltages; no opens; and
proper numbering at each termination.
b. Bring cables and/or pairs not meeting the requirements of the standard into full
compliance, at no additional cost to the Owner.
c. Document cable testing in accordance with Submittals Article. Provide a table of
test results in a 3-ring binder submitted with the as-built Drawings.
6. Category 6A Data, and Voice UTP Cable Testing:
a. Test voice and data jack in each Outlet for Category 6 ANSI/TIA/EIA 568B series
compliance, using a Certified Level III testing instrument. Tests shall verify both the
integrity of all conductors and correctness of the termination sequence. Tests shall
also include length, mutual capacitance, characteristic impedance, attenuation and
near-end and far-end crosstalk. Testing shall be performed between modular jacks
at the Outlets and the modular jacks at the patch panel field.
b. The Communication Systems Installer shall bring cables and/or pairs not meeting
the requirements of the standard into full compliance, at no additional cost to the
Owner.
c. Document cable testing in accordance with Submittals Article. Provide a table of
test results in a 3-ring binder submitted with the as-built Drawings.
7. Fiber Optic Cable Testing:
a. Test all fibers in the completed end-to-end system. Testing shall consist of a bi-
directional end to end OTDR trace, or a bi-directional end to end power meter test
performed per ANSI/TIA/EIA 455 53A. The system loss measurement shall be
provided at 850 and 1310 nanometers.
b. Pre-installation cable testing: Test all fiber optic cable prior to the installation of the
cable. Assume all liability for the replacement of the cable should it be found
defective after the installation.
c. Loss Budget: Fiber links shall have a Maximum Loss of:
d. Maximum Loss = (allowable loss per km) (km of fiber in link) + (.4dB)(number of connectors) Note: A mated connector-to-connector interface is defined as a Single
connector.
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e. Loss numbers for the installed link shall be calculated by taking the sum of the bi-
directional measurements and dividing that sum by two. Any link not meeting the
requirements of the Maximum Loss shall be brought into compliance at no additional
charge to the Owner.
f. Prepare a certification report listing the test results and both the calculated and
measure loss for each fiber. Submit this report with the test results as called for in
the Submittals Article.
g. Bring cables and/or strands not meeting the requirements of the standard into full
compliance.
D. Final Verification Tests: Perform verification tests for UTP systems after the complete
communications cabling and workstation outlet/connectors are installed.
1. Voice Tests: These tests assume that dial tone service has been installed. Connect to the
network interface device at the demarcation point. Go off-hook and listen and receive a
dial tone. If a test number is available, make and receive a local, long distance, and digital
subscription line telephone call.
E. Document data for each measurement. Print data for submittals 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.
F. Remove and replace cabling where test results indicate that they do not comply with specified
requirements.
G. End-to-end cabling will be considered defective if it does not pass tests and inspections.
H. Prepare test and inspection reports.
2.11 INTEGRATED ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS NETWORK
A. Summary:
1. This section includes a fully operational IP platform for school communications system
incorporating school safety notifications and general communications including but not
limited to the following:
a. The platform shall provide complete internal communications and employing state
of the art IP Technology including the minimum functions listed.
1) Two-way internal intercommunications between staff locations and
classrooms
2) Scheduled bell events
3) Emergency announcement that will override any pre-programmed zones
assuring that all Emergency/Lockdown etc., are heard at each and every
speaker location.
4) Capability of prerecording emergency announcements that can simply be
activated by a simple Soft Key or via a dedicated push button.
5) Atomic Time Synchronization with Class Change Tones utilizing multiple,
programmable schedules for each zone.
6) District wide, Emergency, group, all school and zone live voice paging
7) District wide, emergency, group, all school and zone paging for pre-recorded
audio – tones, music and voice.
8) Web-based user interface.
b. The system shall support a minimum of 1000 level priorities which shall be user
definable, allowing each end point to place a minimum of 5 different priority calls at
the same time.
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c. Any authorized administrator shall be able to call from outside the school into any
classroom, zone or entire school directly via the School District supplied SIP enabled
Telephone Network. This shall allow remote monitoring, call-in annunciation and
two-way conversation from outside the facility as well as paging into the system.
(Compliance with NEMA Standard SB-40 for emergency communications in K-12
Schools)
d. Authorized system users shall be able to create a minimum of twenty (20) automated
sequences with emergency instructions, tones, emails and relay activations and
replay them.
e. Automated message strings shall be manually initiated from a single-button access
on the console, on a SIP connected telephone, a panic button, from the web
interface or via interface with third party systems.
f. Paging and two-way intercom features shall be accessible from any system console
or SIP connected telephone for each campus.
g. The platform shall synchronize its system time to the network timeserver or a web-
based time server.
h. Each single campus installation shall be locally survivable for intercom, paging,
bells, and emergencies such as lockdown, even when the district connection is
unavailable.
i. This specification establishes a minimum level of quality, features, and performance
for individual components as well as the integrated system.
B. Definition Of Terms:
1. Installer(s): Shall refer to the person, persons, or company who or which is certified by the
manufacture and who is actually contracted to perform the work specified herein.
C. Submittals:
1. Product data for each component.
2. Shop Drawings: Prior to proceeding with the work: Provide detailed equipment assemblies
and indicate dimensions, weights, required clearances, method of field assembly,
components, and location of each field connection, and a complete schedule of all
equipment and materials with associated manufacturers cuts sheets which are to be used.
a. Wiring Diagrams: Detail wiring for power, signal, and control systems and
differentiate between manufacturer-installed and field-installed wiring. Identify
terminals to facilitate installation, operation, and maintenance. Include a single-line
diagram showing cabling interconnection of components and levels throughout
system and impedances.
b. Artwork drawings and lists indicating proposed nameplate nomenclature and
arrangements for control panels and plug panels prior to fabrication reflecting
equipment used.
c. Each drawing shall have a descriptive title and all sub-parts of each drawing shall
be labeled. All drawings shall have the name and locations of the project, Systems
Contractor’s name in the title block.
d. Details and descriptions of any other aspect of the system, which must differ from
the contract documents due to field conditions or equipment, furnished.
3. FCC Approval: The system shall be approved for direct interconnection to the telephone
utility under Part 68 of FCC rules and regulations. Systems, which are not FCC approved
or utilize an intermediary device for connection, will not be considered. Provide the FCC
registration number of the system being proposed as part of the submittal process.
4. Product Certificates: Signed by manufacturers of equipment certifying that products
furnished comply with specified requirements.
5. Installer Certificates: Signed by manufacturer certifying that installers comply with requirements at time of bid.
6. Manufacturer Certificates: Signed by manufacturers certifying that they comply with
requirements.
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7. Field Test Reports: Indicate and interpret test results for compliance with performance
requirements. Include record of final matching transformer-tap settings, and signal ground-
resistance measurement certified by Installer.
8. Maintenance Data: For equipment to be included in maintenance manuals specified in
Division 01.
a. Record of Owners equipment-programming option decisions.
b. All instructions necessary for proper operation and manufacturer’s instructions.
c. “Proof of Performance” information.
d. Manufacturer’s maintenance information.
e. Copies of non-proprietary computer programs and system set up disks documenting
all programmable features of the installed system.
9. Record Drawings: Prior to final acceptance, provide three (3) complete sets of drawings
indicating all cable numbers and construction details in accordance with the actual system
installation. Revise all shop drawings to represent actual installation conditions. These
Record Drawings will be used during “Final Acceptance Testing”.
10. System Training: Submit the following information describing the training programs and
system trainers as outlined in paragraph 1.6 of this specification and in accordance with
Division 01 specifications.
a. Include with the submittal a preliminary staff development training program in outline
form for review and approval by the owner’s representative.
b. Include with the submittal a current copy of the trainer’s certification from the
manufacturer that certifies and identifies the trainer(s) who are eligible to provide
training and support for the project.
c. Include with the submittal a current copy of trainer’s need’s assessment form which
will be reviewed with the owner’s designated representative for the system’s
preliminary system programming and configuration.
d. Include with the submittal copies of all documentation used to identify for the owner
those participants attending and completing the training programs.
11. A copy of the manufacturer’s standard statement of warranty proving all equipment
provided for the school communications network is covered with the required five-year
warranty shall be included with the project submittal. This statement of warranty shall be
provided on the manufacturer’s stationary.
D. Quality Assurance:
1. Installer Qualifications: An experienced installer who is an authorized representative of
equipment manufacturer for both installation and maintenance of equipment required for
this Section. Installer must be an authorized to install this system at time of bid.
a. Provide a list of installations that the Installer has specifically installed for verification
by the Owner. Random installations from other vendors and/or Installers shall not
be accepted. The Installer, not its employees, must meet these qualifications.
b. The Installer shall be bondable.
c. The Installer shall demonstrate to the satisfaction of the Owner or his representative
that he has:
1) Adequate plant and equipment to pursue the work properly and expeditiously.
2) Adequate staff and technical experience to implement the work.
3) Suitable financial status to meet the obligations of the work.
4) Technically capable and factory trained service personnel at a local service
facility to provide routine and emergency service for all products used in this
project.
2. Any Contractor, who intends to bid on this work and does not meet the requirements of the
“Quality Assurance” paragraph(s), shall employ the services of a “Installer” who does meet
the requirements and who shall provide the equipment, make all connections and
continuously supervise the installation. A subcontractor so employed as the “Installer”
must be acceptable to the Architect/ Engineer. The “Installer” shall be identified within
thirty (30) days of notification to proceed for acceptance by the Architect/Engineer
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3. Because the life expectancy of this type of communications structure normally exceeds 10
years, the owner expects continuity from the service provider. If the installing/servicing
company has not been an authorized provider of the manufacturers product for it least (10)
years, the following is required:
a. A list of (2) systems manufacturers of which they currently are authorized service
providers where the relationship exceeds (10) years
b. A letter from the manufacturer outlining the details of changes in service providers
over the last (10) years and what actions they will take to ensure continuity of service
to the customer.
4. Each major component of equipment shall have the manufacturers name, address and
model number on a plate securely affixed in a conspicuous place. NEMA code ratings, UL
Label, or other data that is die-stamped into the surface of the equipment shall be easily
visible.
5. Electrical Components, Devices, and Accessories: Listed and labeled as defined in NFPA
70, Article 100, by a testing agency acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction.
6. Comply with NFPA 70
7. Comply with NEMA Standard SB-40 for Emergency Communications in K-12 schools.
8. Comply with UL 60950.
E. In-Service Training:
1. The contractor shall provide and implement a complete and comprehensive staff training
program for all administrators, facility staff members, and teachers. This mandatory
training program will provide school staff a complete understanding of how to utilize and
properly operate all functions
2. The training program shall be implemented by a staff member/trainer employed by the
contractor. The trainer must be factory certified to provide training on their product.
3. All staff development training is to be coordinated through the owner’s designated
representative. As training sessions are completed, the trainer will provide the school’s
administrative staff and school district’s staff a document listing all of the staff and faculty
members who attended, received, and completed the training program.
F. Warranty:
1. Provide a manufacturer’s five-year warranty of the school communications network
equipment against defects in material and workmanship. This warranty will cover all
electronic equipment, as well as analog clocks, speakers, and call-in switches. If any
defects are found within the warranty period, the defective equipment shall be replaced at
no cost (equipment only); a one year warranty shall be provided for labor.
2. A copy of the manufacturer’s standard statement of warranty proving all equipment
provided for the school communications network is covered with the required five-year
warranty shall be included with the project submittal. This statement of warranty shall be
provided on the manufacturer’s stationary. The standard five-year warranty is an important
element in establishing a standard in quality. Manufacturers who circumvent the five-year
warranty by offering special “extended warranties” that are not part of their normal
published warranty will not be accepted.
3. Contractor shall respond, excluding weekends and holidays, within 24 hours to any
warranty service calls. If equipment cannot be repaired within 24 hours of service visit, the
contractor shall provide “loaner” equipment to the facility at no charge.
4. Make available a service contract offering continuing factory authorized service of the
system after the initial warranty period.
G. Coordination:
1. Coordinate layout and installation of system components and suspension system with
other construction that penetrates ceilings or is supported by them, including light fixtures, HVAC equipment, fire-suppression system, and partition assemblies.
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H. Extra Materials:
1. Furnish extra materials and match product installed and that are packaged with protective
covering for storage and identified with labels describing contents.
a. Two-Way Ceiling Speakers: Four
b. One-Way Ceiling Speakers: Four
c. Horn-Type Loud Speakers: Two
I. Manufacturers:
1. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide the following system:
a. Rauland-Borg Corp Telecenter U
b. Singlewire Infomacast as manufactured by Cisco with IP speakers manufactured by
Atlas
c. Valcom IP 6000 with eLaunch/IP Telephone paging
d. Or equal
J. System Requirements:
1. The platform shall utilize state of the art IP Technology for Call-in Notification, School
Safety Paging and Evacuation tones, , Atomic Time Synchronization, Class Change Tones
utilizing multiple, programmable schedules for each zone, Two-way hands-free Internal
Intercommunications and Paging, and Program Distribution. The system shall be easy to
learn and operate. All standard programming shall be web based and user friendly to allow
the system administrator the ability to easily program system features.
2. Provide complete and satisfactorily operating district/school communications and
district/school safety as described herein, using materials and equipment of types, sizes,
ratings, and performances as indicated. Use materials and equipment that comply with
referenced standards and manufacturers’ standard design and construction, in accordance
with published product information. Coordinate the features of all materials and equipment
so they form an integrated system, with components and interconnections matched for
optimum performance of specified functions.
3. The platform shall be a single electronic system consisting of a minimum of 10 intercom
channels for each campus, (classroom) IP speaker modules and calls switches, IP Zone
Modules connecting corridor speakers, inside and outside horns, IP Administrative
Consoles, SIP enabled PBX integration and district wide integration for paging, emergency
notifications, calendar scheduling and configuration.
4. Each Classroom shall be provided with an IP Speaker module interface and up to 5
different call-in switches, each with their own annunciation path and priority.
5. Call-ins may automatically annunciate (display of priority and location) to administrative
consoles, SIP enabled phones, and outside phones.
6. Call-ins shall be programmed to automatically change priority and annunciation route
based on age of call-in and original priority.
7. Call-ins may have priority (and annunciation route) changed by user action from a console
or SIP enabled phone.
8. Call-in annunciation route shall include playing pre-recorded audio over speakers, sending
a pre-configured email, and activating relays.
9. The platform shall lend itself to expansion by simple addition of hardware modules.
10. The platform shall directly connect to the WAN/LAN without the need for a separate server
at each school location. Configuration, including bell schedules, calendars, and emergency
sequences can remotely be created, changed, stored and downloaded to the system by
an authorized user from a browser-based interface.
11. The platform shall provide the ability to initiate school safety paging announcements,
evacuation tones and take cover tones from any telephone or connected web-browser
within the facility or outside the facility to any other location within the facility or district.
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12. The platform shall provide the ability to selectively communicate or monitor individual
classrooms in emergency situations from any telephone within the facility or outside the
facility to any other location within the facility; all communication within the classroom shall
be hands free and will not require any interaction by the classroom user.
13. The platform shall provide classroom users the ability to confirm that they have safely
secured their classrooms during lockdown with a single button press.
14. IP-addressable and POE powered speaker modules for individual rooms shall be system
programmable and may be assigned any two, three, four, five or six digit number as well
as name and description. Any extension may be reassigned at any time.
15. IP-enabled two-way voice communication shall be available from any provided telephone
or administrative console through any speaker in a campus. This shall allow hands-free
communication to any classroom or any individual loudspeaker unit. A programmable pre-
announce tone shall sound immediately before the intercom path is opened and a
supervisory tone shall continue to sound at regular intervals when speaker monitoring is
active, complying fully with all privacy legislation. Pre announce tone and supervisory
tones shall be disabled during designated emergencies automatically.
16. The platform shall allow users to configure multiple schedules per school, with a minimum
of 500 unique events per schedule, and automatic Daylight Savings time correction. A
minimum of 5 schedules may be active on any given day for each campus. User shall be
able to select from 25 standard included tones as well as unlimited user created and
uploaded audio files for class change signaling and messaging. In addition scheduled
events shall include relay actions, email notifications, paging exclusions as system
configuration changes. The platform shall allow control of the bell schedules via the district
WAN/LAN without the need for a separate server at each school location. Bell schedules
can remotely be created, changed, stored and assigned to calendar days for the local
school by an authorized user from a browser-based interface.
K. Equipment and Material:
1. Server Software
a. The software has the ability to sync system time to the Atomic Clock Signal or to the
school’s or districts network time server
b. The software will provide a web-browser to deliver district wide emergency paging,
pre-recorded messages and tones from any authorized computer in the facility or
the district. The software must be capable of automatically notifying district
personnel via the WAN of an alarm condition.
c. The software can automatically broadcast page emergency instructions via
associated system hardware throughout an entire district when an alarm (e.g.
lockdown, lockout, security, fire) is initiated via the web-based interface. The
emergency instructions are preprogrammed and require no user intervention. The
system provides redundant alarm annunciation over intercom/paging speakers and
is not meant to replace primary fire alarm or security systems.
d. The software can be installed in cloud, virtual or physical server environments.
e. The web-based user interface supports secure HTTP browsing.
f. The server software supports encryption to ensure secure access.
g. The software shall support any combination of VoIP Telecenter Campus Controllers
and Telecenter Page Modules for a minimum of 1000 facilities.
h. The software shall support a minimum of 50,000 IP Speaker modules, district wide.
2. VoIP Single Campus Controller Rauland-Borg Telecenter Series – with the following
features and capabilities:
a. Provides call routing for paging and intercom for a single facility
b. System shall connect to the district provided Telephone Network via a SIP connection.
c. Support a flexible numbering plan allowing two, three, four, five, or six digit
extensions.
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d. SIP interface to a district provided Telephone Network shall be capable of allowing
connected phones to display classroom call-ins, answer internal intercom call-ins,
make pages and change priorities of call-ins in progress...
e. Direct Dialing, two-way amplified voice intercom between any provided telephone or
admin console and speaker without the use of a press-to-talk or talk-listen switch.
f. Ability to place two levels of call-in from any call in switch
g. The ability to answer intercom call-ins registered at administrative consoles and pre-
selected telephones.
h. The ability to automatically escalate incoming call-ins to an alternate telephone or
group of telephones if they remain unanswered for a predetermined amount of time.
i. The ability to manually upgrade an intercom call-in to an alternate telephone or
group of telephones.
j. The ability for classrooms to “check-in” via push button when they have successfully
secured their location during emergency.
k. Administrative console shall display locations that have not checked in to confirm
their secured location and provide hands-free audio monitoring and communication
to unsecured locations.
l. The controller shall not need direct connection to any classroom via home run or
distributed wiring. It shall communicate solely through the IP network.
m. Single button access from any telephone on the system to distribute emergency
announcements within the facility to all or select locations equipped with speakers.
Emergency announcements originating from any assigned administrative telephone
shall have priority over all regular system functions.
n. Ability for administrative consoles and connected phones to selectively monitor
audio at any two way speaker during an emergency.
o. Stores a minimum of 48 hours’ worth of Bell Event Schedules, all emergency
notification sequences as well as facility wide configuration.
p. System has the ability to sync system time to the Atomic Clock Signal or to the
school’s or districts network time server.
q. System’s SIP Interface shall provide:
1) Audio paging access from any telephone to any single intercom speaker,
zone (group) of intercom/paging speakers, or all speakers/paging horns
throughout the entire facility.
2) Ability to answer a call-in directed to that SIP extension.
3) Ability to upgrade a call-in directed to that SIP extension
4) Single button access from any telephone on the system to initiate alarm
signals within the facility to all or select locations equipped with speakers. A
minimum of 25 separate distinct alarm signals shall be provided. Alarm
signals originating from any assigned administrative telephone shall have
priority over all regular system functions.
5) Ability to initiate a school-wide emergency including lockdown and evacuate
sequences.
r. The system will have the ability to utilize a web-browser and a microphone
connected to the PC to deliver district wide live emergency paging, pre-recorded messages and tones from any authorized computer in the facility or the district. The
system must be capable of automatically notifying district personnel via the WAN of
an alarm condition.
s. The system can automatically broadcast page emergency instructions throughout
an entire campus when an alarm (e.g. lockdown, lockout, security, fire) is tripped or
manually activated. The emergency instructions are preprogrammed and require no user intervention. The system provides redundant alarm annunciation over
intercom/paging speakers and is not meant to replace primary fire alarm or security
systems.
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3. IP addressable Modules:
a. System shall provide multiple IP addressable modules for intercom, paging and relay
activation.
1) All modules are POE 802.3af compliant
2) All Modules support DHCP.
3) All Modules connect to network with a single RJ45 connector
b. IP Addressable Speaker Module shall interface to school’s data network, a speaker,
and multiple call switches.
1) A minimum of 5 leels of call-in can be placed from an IP Speaker Module. The
call-ins route to a designated administrative consoles and select SIP
connected telephones and can only be cleared from the system once
answered. If a call-in is not answered within a preprogrammed time the call-
in may reroute to other telephones and consoles, and announce over selected
or all speakers and.
2) An option for Privacy call-in switches is supported. When the Privacy switch
is activated it prevents administrative or classroom telephones from
monitoring the specific classroom/location intercom speaker.
3) The ability to belong to one or more of a minimum of 100 independent zones
for zone paging, program/music distribution zones and class change tone
reception; this assignment is a programmable function, change able by time
of day. Each IP Speaker Modules location shall be programmed in software
to belong to any combination of software zones. IP Speaker Modules shall be
designed to mount near ceiling and wall speakers and in the plenum space.
c. IP-addressable Zone Paging Module
1) Zone paging module shall connect multiple speakers for district all page, all
page, zone paging, bells, audio events and, emergency notification.
2) Zone Paging Modules shall be rack and wall mountable.
3) Zone Paging modules shall be able to belong to one or more of 100
independent zones for live paging, bells, pre-recorded audio and emergency
notification
d. IP Addressable Aux I/O Module
1) Aux I/O Module shall have two input contacts and two output contacts.
2) Input and output contacts are individually addressable.
3) Aux I/O Module shall be wall and rack mountable.
4) User can program relays to be activated manually, through an event/bell
schedule and during emergency notification.
4. IP Addressable Administrative Console
a. A full color screen with 64 soft keys, 3 line select, volume control, push to talk,
speakerphone mode and left/right and up/down scrolling.
b. Audio paging access from any Console to any single intercom speaker, zone (group)
of intercom/paging speakers, or all speakers/paging horns throughout the entire
school.
c. Programmable soft key access from any console on the system to initiate alarm
signals within the school to all or select locations equipped with speakers. A minimum of 25 separate distinct alarm signals shall be provided. Alarm signals
originating from any assigned administrative telephone shall have priority over all
regular system functions.
d. Programmable soft key access from any console to automatically broadcast page
emergency instructions throughout an entire school when an alarm (e.g. lockdown,
lockout, security, fire) is tripped or manually activated. The emergency instructions are preprogrammed and require no user intervention. The system provides
redundant alarm annunciation over intercom/paging speakers and is not meant to
replace primary fire alarm or security systems.
e. Ability to perform intercom to any single IP Addressable Speaker Module.
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f. Ability to display 3 call-ins at a time on the screen, with unlimited number of call-ins
annunciating and the ability to scroll to view all call-ins.
g. Ability to upgrade a call-in via soft key.
h. Programmable soft key access from any console for activating relays, campus wide.
i. Ability to maintain, along with controller and other IP Modules system functions,
including intercom, bells and paging for the local campus in the event of district wide
connection loss.
5. Audio Paging/Program Amplifiers
a. Power amplifier(s) shall be provided to provide a minimum of 2 watts of power to all
paging speakers, and 15 watts of power to all paging horns.
b. The maximum load on the paging/program amplifiers shall be 80% of the rated
maximum output of the amplifiers.
6. Normal/Emergency Call Switch – Rauland Dual Level Call In Switch
a. Normal/Emergency Call Switches indicated on the drawings shall provide the
following functions and features:
1) One (1) “Normal” call switch that shall activate a distinctive “NORM” level call
from single button activation. The button shall be clearly marked “NORM” and
will route the call-in to any one or more Administrative Telephones and/or
Marquee Displays for quick and easy response from an Administrative
Telephone.
2) One (1) “Emergency” call switch that shall activate a distinctive
“EMERGENCY” level call from single button activation. The button shall be
red in color and shall be clearly marked “EMERGENCY” and will route the
call-in to any one or more Administrative Telephones and/or Displays for quick
and easy response from an Administrative Telephone.
7. Equipment Racks
a. All equipment racks shall provide 44 spaces (77”) minimum for mounted system
equipment.
b. All equipment racks shall be multi-rack format (“gangable”) style, bolted together,
and open cavity.
c. All equipment racks will be provided with lockable rear doors.
d. Equipment rack(s) shall be located in climate-controlled areas/rooms as shown on
drawings.
e. All head-end, distribution, and source equipment, including data and power, shall be
located in racks configured as approved by the Engineer.
f. Rack mounted equipment shall be accessible from front and rear.
g. All unused rack spaces will be covered with appropriate blank/vent panels
8. Wireless Clock System
a. Provide complete and satisfactorily operating NTP Synchronized Wireless Clock
System with analog and/or digital secondary clocks as described herein, using
materials and equipment of types, sizes, ratings, and performances as indicated.
b. (NTP) Network Time Protocol is a network standard protocol that assures accurate
synchronization to the millisecond of computer clock times in a network of
computers. Based on UTC, NTP synchronizes client workstation clocks to the U.S. Naval Observatory Master Clocks in Washington, DC and Colorado Springs, CO.
Running as a continuous background client program on a computer, NTP sends
periodic time requests to servers, obtaining server time stamps and using them to
adjust computer clocks.
c. The system shall be easy to learn and operate. All standard system programming
shall be user friendly to allow the system administrator the ability to easily program system features.
d. Use materials and equipment that comply with referenced standards and
manufacturers’ standard design and construction, in accordance with published
product information.
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e. Coordinate the features of all materials and equipment so they form an integrated
system, with components and interconnections matched for optimum performance
of specified functions.
f. The NTP Synchronized Wireless System consists of a master transmitter located on
the inside of the building, and a NTP receiver connected to a time server. An
unlimited number of wireless analog and digital clocks are synchronized to the NTP
time. System shall synchronize all clocks to each other. System shall utilize NTP
technology to provide atomic time to components.
g. System shall not require hard wiring for its components except for AC Power. Analog
Clocks may be battery operated for full portability if required.
h. Analog Clocks shall synchronize to +/- 1 second of the transmitter displayed time.
i. Clocks shall automatically adjust for Daylight Saving per settings on the transmitter
j. The system shall have an internal clock that is continually updated by the NTP
receiver. If a NTP failure were to occur, the clocks would continue to be synchronized
to the internal clock and would not deviate from each other. Once NTP time is
restored, all clocks would once again be synchronized to the NTP time.
k. The system must have a fail safe design so that if a power interruption were to occur,
the clocks will continue to operate. If a synch signal is not received by the analog
clocks for 48 hours, the second hand will double pulse to indicate this condition.
Upon restoration of power, the transmitter will once again communicate with the
clocks and normal operation will resume.
l. Battery Powered Analog Clocks shall require 2 “D” cell batteries.
m. System shall be 100% programmable from the front operational panel with lights
that indicate power status and NTP reception. Panel programming will also include
Time Zone, Frequency, 12 or 24 hour operation and DST on/off.
n. The wireless backbone must support expansion of the system to include wireless
alphanumeric displays for emergency crisis communications for district-wide
communications.
o. The system may be modified to use GPS instead of NTP as the time source without
the need to replace the transmitter. A GPS receiver would need to be added with
access to the outside of the building.
p. The system shall lend itself to expansion by simple addition of wireless secondary
clocks and their required power source.
q. Equipment and Materials:
1) Wireless Transmitter:
a) FCC Part 90 Approved, 467.2125-467.4375 MHz frequency range
b) Radio Technology (Narrowband FM, 12.5 KHz bandwidth)
c) 10 selectively available channels
d) 5 watt transmitter
e) Daylight Savings Time pre-programmed
f) Time Zone Pre-set
g) Non-Volatile Memory
h) LCD Display for time, date, year, power, time zone and signal reception
i) Operating Range (32 degrees F to 158 degrees F) j) Rack or Shelf Mount
k) Power Supply Input: 120-volt AC, Output: 12-volt DC, 3 Amps
l) 7” Rear Mounted Antenna
m) Dimensions: 12”L x 6”W x 1.75”H Weight: 2 lbs
n) NTP Receiver
o) Optional External Antenna for use in large campus applications. Up to 2 miles radius
2) Secondary 13” Analog Clock:
a) 13” Analog Clock (120V).
b) Maintenance Free.
c) Five year manufacturer’s warranty.
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d) Microprocessor based with built-in wireless receiver
e) Heavy Duty Construction
f) Durable ABS Casing
g) Clock numbering graphics shall be Standard Arabic Format (12HR-60
Minute)
h) Face of clock is white
i) Hour and Minute hands shall be black, second hand is red
j) The clock lens shall use a shatterproof polycarbonate material with no
visible molding marks. Glass and/or visible molding marks are
unacceptable.
k) The clock shall have a low–profile, semi–flush design
l) Wire Guard Model in areas where protection is required as indicated
on drawings or by owner.
3) Secondary Dual Face 13” Analog Clock:
a) 13” Analog Clock (120 Volt)
b) Wall or Ceiling Mount shall be determined by drawings or owner
c) Maintenance Free.
d) Five year manufacturer’s warranty
e) Microprocessor based with built-in wireless receiver
f) Heavy Duty Construction
g) Durable ABS Casing
h) Clock numbering graphics shall be Standard Arabic Format (12HR-60
Minute)
i) Face of clock is white
j) Hour and Minute hands shall be black, second hand is red
k) The clock lens shall use a shatterproof polycarbonate material with no
visible molding marks. Glass and/or visible molding marks are
unacceptable.
4) Secondary 16” Analog Clock:
a) 16” Analog Clock (120 Volt).
b) Maintenance Free.
c) Five year manufacturer’s warranty.
d) Microprocessor based with built-in wireless receiver
e) Heavy Duty Construction
f) Durable ABS Casing
g) Clock numbering graphics shall be Standard Arabic Format (12HR-60
Minute)
h) Face of clock is white
i) Hour and Minute hands shall be black, second hand is red
j) The clock lens shall use a shatterproof polycarbonate material with no
visible molding marks. Glass and/or visible molding marks are
unacceptable.
k) Wire Guard in areas where protection is required as indicated on
drawings or by owner. l) The clock shall have a low–profile, semi–flush design
m) Locate 16” clock in Gymnasium with wireguard.
5) Secondary 2.5” Digital Clock:
a) 2.5” Digital Clock (120V)
b) 4 Digit (Hours/Minutes)
c) Built-in Countdown/Count-up Timer d) Maintenance Free
e) Five year manufacturer’s warranty
f) Microprocessor based with built-in wireless receiver
g) Heavy Duty Construction
h) 12/24 Hour Display Format
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i) Clear Anti-Glare LED Display
j) Adjustable Brightness
k) AM/PM Indicator
l) Wire Guard in areas where protection is required as indicated on
drawings or by owner
m) Bright Red LED Digit
6) Secondary 4” Digital Clock:
a) 4” Digital Clock (120V)
b) 4 Digit (Hours/Minutes)
c) Built-in Countdown/Count-up Timer
d) Maintenance Free
e) Five year manufacturer’s warranty
f) Microprocessor based with built-in wireless receiver
g) Heavy Duty Construction
h) 12/24 Hour Display Format
i) Clear Anti-Glare LED Display
j) Adjustable Brightness
k) AM/PM Indicator
l) Wire Guard Model in areas where protection is required as indicated
on drawings or by owner.
m) Bright Red LED Digit
7) Secondary 2.5” Dual Sided Digital Clock:
a) 2.5” Digital Clock (120V)
b) 4 Digit (Hours/Minutes)
c) Built-in Countdown/Count-up Timer
d) Maintenance Free
e) Five year manufacturer’s warranty
f) Microprocessor based with built-in wireless receiver
g) Heavy Duty Construction
h) 12/24 Hour Display Format
i) Clear Anti-Glare LED Display
j) Adjustable Brightness
k) AM/PM Indicator
l) Bright Red LED Digit
8) Secondary 4” Dual Sided Digital Clock:
a) 4” Digital Clock (120V)
b) 4 Digit (Hours/Minutes)
c) Built-in Countdown/Count-up Timer
d) Maintenance Free
e) Five year manufacturer’s warranty
f) Microprocessor based with built-in wireless receiver
g) Heavy Duty Construction
h) 12/24 Hour Display Format
i) Clear Anti-Glare LED Display j) Adjustable Brightness
k) AM/PM Indicator
l) Bright Red LED Dig
L. Dedicated Integrated Networked Electronic Communication And Clock Network Core And Edge
Poe Network Switch
1. Manufactures: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by one of the following
a. Hewlett-Packard
b. Cisco Systems
c. Juniper Networks
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2. Provide dedicated network switch equipment to support the transmission of public address
and clock system data with the following functions
a. Provide the core switch with fiber GBIC cards as required to support each IDF
b. Provide each edge switch with a minimum of (1) fiber GBIC card
c. RJ-45 10/100/1000Base-T Auto Sensing/Auto negotiating LAN
d. Connectivity Media: Category 6 Twisted Pair 10/100/1000Base-T
e. Data Transfer Rate: 10Mbps Ethernet, 100MBPS Fast Ethernet, 1Gbps Gigabit
Ethernet
f. I/O Expansion: Expansion Slots: (2 Total) SFP (mini-GBIC)
g. Performance: 48Gbps Bandwith
h. Network & Communication: Layer Support: 2
i. Management & Protocols: SNMP v1, v2, v2c, v3; IEEE 802.1p QoS; IEEE 802.1Q,
VLAN; Syslog; RMON
j. Memory: 3Mb Buffer Memory
k. Input Voltage: 100 V AC to 240 V AC Power Supply Universal
l. Power Cord
m. Rack-Mount Kit
3. Provide an Interface to owners’ LAN as required.
M. Examination:
1. Examine conditions, with the Installer present, for compliance with requirements and other
conditions affecting the performance of the School Communications and School Safety
Network.
2. Do not proceed until unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.
N. Installation:
1. General: Install system in accordance with NFPA 70 and other applicable codes. Install
equipment in accordance with manufacturer's written instructions.
2. Furnish and install all material, devices, components and equipment for a complete
operational system.
3. Impedance and Level Matching: Carefully match input and output impedance’s and signal
levels at signal interfaces. Provide matching networks where required.
4. Control Circuit Wiring: Install control circuits in accordance with NFPA 70 and as indicated.
Provide number of conductors as recommended by system manufacturer to provide control
functions indicated or specified.
5. All housings are to be located as indicated.
6. The contractor shall provide necessary transient protection on the AC power feed, all
copper station lines leaving or entering the building, and all central office trunks. All
protection shall be as recommended by the equipment supplier and referenced to earth
ground.
7. Wiring within Enclosures: Provide adequate length of conductors. Bundle, lace, and train
the conductors to terminal points with no excess. Provide and use lacing bars.
8. Provide physical isolation from speaker-microphone, telephone, line-level wiring, and
power wiring. Run in separate raceways, or where exposed or in same enclosure, provide
12 inch minimum separation between conductors to speaker-microphones, telephone
wiring and adjacent parallel power. Provide physical separation as recommended by
equipment manufacturer for other system conductors.
9. Identification of Conductors and Cables: Use color coding of conductors and apply wire
and cable marking tape to designate wires and cables so all media are identified in
coordination with system wiring diagrams.
10. Weatherproofing: Provide weatherproof enclosures for items to be mounted outdoors or
exposed to weather.
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O. Grounding:
1. Provide equipment grounding connections for Integrated Electronic Communications
Network systems as indicated. Tighten connections to comply with tightening torques
specified in UL Standard 486A to assure permanent and effective grounds.
2. Ground equipment, conductor, and cable shields to eliminate shock hazard and to minimize
to the greatest extent possible, ground loops, common mode returns, noise pickup, cross
talk, and other impairments. Provide 5-ohm ground at main equipment location. Measure,
record, and report ground resistance.
3. Provide all necessary transient protection on the AC power feed and on all copper station
lines leaving or entering the building. Note in system drawings, the type and location of
these protection devices as well as all wiring information.
P. Field Quality Control:
1. Manufacturer's Field Services: Provide services of a duly factory authorized service
representative for this project location to supervise the field assembly and connection of
components and the pre-testing, testing, and adjustment of the system.
2. Inspection: Make observations to verify that units and controls are properly labeled and
interconnecting wires and terminals are identified. Provide a list of final tap settings of
paging speaker line matching transformers.
3. Testing: Rectify deficiencies indicated by tests and completely re-test work affected by
such deficiencies at Contractor's expense. Verify by the system test that the total system
meets the Specifications and complies with applicable standards.
Q. Final Acceptance Testing:
1. The Final Acceptance Testing shall be provided to the Owner or the Owners designated
representative only. Final acceptance testing to any other trade or service provider for the
project will not comply with the requirements of this section.
2. The contractor will provide a Final Acceptance Test record document signed by both the
contractor and the Owner or designated Owner’s Representative establishing the “In
Warranty” date. The warranty period will not commence until the Final Acceptance Test is
completed.
3. Be prepared to verify the performance of any portion of the installation by demonstration,
listening and viewing test, and instrumented measurements. Make additional adjustments
within the scope of work and which are deemed necessary by the Owner because of the
acceptance test.
R. Commissioning:
1. The contractor shall train the Owner's maintenance personnel in the procedures and
schedules involved in operating, troubleshooting, servicing, and preventative maintenance
of the system. This training will be in accordance with the training as outlined in Section
1.6, paragraphs 3, 5 & 6 of these specifications. In addition to the Training Materials
provided, the contractor will also furnish Operators Manuals and Users Guides at the time
of this training.
2. Schedule training with Owner through the owners representative, with at least seven days
advance notice.
S. Occupancy Adjustments:
1. The contractor shall provide Occupancy Adjustments in accordance with Section 1.6,
paragraph 9 of these specifications. A response scenario amenable to both the owner and
the contractor will be established and followed for the first year of service.
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T. Cleaning and Protection:
1. Prior to final acceptance, the contractor shall vacuum and clean all system components
and protect them from damage and deterioration. All blank spaces in equipment cabinets
will be covered with blank panels. Top and side panels, and all cabinet doors will be
installed. All general areas within and around all equipment rack/cabinets in the facility will
be swept, vacuumed, and cleaned up. No cabinets will be left unlocked and all cabinet
keys will be turned over to the owner or designated owner’s representative.
2.12 MISCELLANEOUS CABLING SYSTEM
A. Provide and terminate all speaker, clock, microphone, antenna, cabling per manufacturer’s
recommendations for a completely operational system as specified.
B. Sound/Speaker cabling shall be home run and looped directly to applicable headend termination
board, as specified. All cable runs shall be free from in-line splices. Insulate all cable shields (at
field device end) from field grounds by cutting and taping shields.
1. Classroom speakers, office speakers, conference room speakers, work room speakers,
exterior horn speakers and others areas that have only one (1) public address speaker
shall each be individually home run, without splices, back to their respective sound or
master clock headend. Provide 22 AWG solid shielded speaker cables.
2. Hallways and other areas that have multiple speakers, may have a maximum of eight (8)
speakers per speaker loop home run, without splices, back to their respective sound
headend. Provide 18 AWG stranded speaker cables.
3. Horn Speakers areas that have multiple speakers, may have a maximum of four (4)
speakers per speaker loop home run, without splices, back to their respective sound
headend. Provide 18 AWG stranded speaker cables.
C. Roof mounted Antenna, provide a RG-6U coax cable between the roof mounted antenna location
and the AM/FM tuner location.
1. Cables shall be left coiled in backbox with minimum of 48 in. slack.
2.13 ELEVATOR TELEPHONE LINE FAULT MONITOR
A. Provide Line Fault Monitor designed for connection across incoming telephone lines on systems
using telephone dialers (e.g., 612) or digital communicators (e.g., 678, 678UL-B. 793 or 794) or
control/communicators. It will cause a signal to be generated if the telephone line between dialer
or communicator and the central station is cut or shorted, or if incoming service is otherwise
interrupted. The signal can be in the form of sounding the on-premises protective system’s alarm
bell (when the system is ON), or the lighting of a trouble indication lamp on an optional accessory
tester (such as the 664 for non-UL Listed applications).
B. Monitor shall be mounted within a Listed control unit or other enclosure connect to intrusion alarm
system on dedicated zone.
2.14 CLASSROOM AMPLIFICATION SYSTEM
A. Regulatory requirements
1. Conform to current building code for requirements applicable to work specified herein.
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B. Quality Assurance
1. Qualifications
a. Installer Qualifications: Installer experienced in performing work of this section who
has specialized in installation of work similar to that required for this project.
1) Certificate: when requested, submit certificate indicating qualification.
b. Manufacturer Qualifications: Manufacturer capable of providing field service
representation during construction, approving acceptable installer and approving
application method.
2. Acceptable Manufacturers
a. Basis of Design: Lightspeed Technologies, 11509 SW Herman Road, Tualatin, OR
97062, PH 800-732-8999, FAX 503-684-3197
3. Manufacturer Testing: Manufacturer to provide quality assurance certification for each
system and all of its components. A report for each system will be available upon request.
Report will include serial numbers and pertinent testing data for all of the system functions.
4. Successful third party installation (when needed) will be supplied with necessary training
to allow for product installation certification by Manufacturer and will be installed according
to Lightspeed recommendations.
C. Submittals
1. General: Submit listed submittals in accordance with “Conditions of the Contract”.
2. Manufacturer’s data on all products including but not limited to:
a. Catalog cut sheets
b. Installation instructions
c. Typical wiring diagrams
d. Drawings showing speaker locations
e. Operation and maintenance manuals
f. Manufacturer’s warranty documents
g. Manufacturer’s parts lists
h. Product serial numbers
D. Warranty
1. Warranty: Refer to “Conditions of the Contract” for warranty and repair provisions.
2. Repair: Manufacturer shall offer repair service on all Classroom Audio components. Owner
shall pre-pay shipping for all items returned to manufacturer for repair. The Manufacturer
shall repair or replace system components as specified under warranty. Manufacturer shall
ship repaired components within five (5) working days of receipt. Items returned to Owner
are shipped via the same method in which they were received.
3. Manufacturer’s Warranty: All the major system components (transmitters, receiver-
amplifier, sensor, and speakers) must be warranted for five years against defects occurring
while used in normal classroom instruction. The warranty shall be equivalent to a
Lightspeed Technologies' Five-Year Warranty.
a. Submit, for Owner’s acceptance, manufacturer’s standard warranty document
executed by authorized company official. Manufacturer’s warranty is in addition to,
and not a limitation of, other rights Owner may have under the Contract Documents.
E. Overall System Description
1. The system must have specifications and features that are equivalent to the Lightspeed
Topcat® In-Ceiling Classroom Audio System including the following:
a. All-in-one, in-ceiling audio system with integrated amplifier, speakers and wireless
audio receiver/transmitter
b. Two-way hybrid speaker system with exciter technology sound panel and low
frequency cone driver
c. Cross over technology to deliver high speech intelligibility and full range sound with even distribution throughout the classroom
d. Up to 2 microphones for whole room instruction, team-teaching or student sharing
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e. Pendant-style Flexmike® classroom microphone with audio input utilizing Access
Technology (1.9 GHz) for transmission. IR not acceptable
f. Wireless Media Connector utilizing Access Technology (1.9 GHz) to integrate with
and wirelessly transmit all classroom multimedia to be played through the Topcat
g. Includes 4 audio inputs with volume control
h. 2 audio outputs for ALD and/or recording with volume control
i. Tone control to remotely adjust bass/treble of Topcat
j. Optional PageFirst emergency page priority
k. In-Ceiling mounted
l. Suitable for use in air-handling spaces (plenum-rated)
m. Compatible with Flexcat speaker pods with 2-way audio communication
F. The system must produce high speech intelligibility and full-range multimedia quality sound with excellent
distribution throughout a classroom.
G. The system must be capable to be installed in a classroom with no wires installed in or on the walls. The
system must be fully operational without speaker wires or sensor cables.
H. The system must be compatible and expandable to operate with 2-way small group speaker pods allowing
interoperability between both small group and whole group instruction.
I. The system shall carry a “No Audio Dropout Guarantee” between the wireless microphone and the sound
system. The guarantee applies to operation in any room up to its expected range of 200 feet (assuming
no walls). The guarantee does not extend into other rooms separated by walls as this can limit
transmission range significantly. Should any dropout in audio transmission occur, the manufacturer will
correct it at no additional charge.
J. The system shall carry a standard warranty equivalent to the Lightspeed 5-year Warranty.
K. Owner Instruction
1. Owner’s Instruction: user-training will be performed by the manufacturer’s local
representative. The training will include the research and benefits of classroom
amplification, system operation, simple troubleshooting guidelines, and incorporating the
classroom amplification into teaching styles. The manufacturer will also provide additional
training in trouble-shooting techniques and product return procedures to one specified
person per campus. This service shall be rendered to the Owner at no additional cost.
2. Instruction materials and detailed Owner's manual shall be provided to cover operational
and basic maintenance procedures.
3. In-Ceiling Classroom Audio System Specifications
a. Overall System:
1) Power output: 20 Watts rms
2) Acoustic Frequency response: 60 Hz to 18 kHz -10dB
3) AC Mains Power Input: 100-240V ~ 50/60Hz 1.5A
4) DC Power Input: 24V/2.5A
5) Signal-to-noise: 60 dB
6) Total Harmonic Distortion: <1%, 10 W
7) Wireless Communication: Access Technology (1.9 GHz + RF4CE)
8) Automatic power on when Flexmike is powered on and linked
9) Dimensions (W x D x H): 24” x 12” x 3.7” (Removable side spacers to fit
international ceiling grids; 595mm x 295mm x 94mm)
10) Weight: 13.5 lbs (6.1 kg)
11) Controls:
a) (1) Microphone volume control
b) (1) Tone control
c) (1) Audio input volume control
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d) (1) PageFirst sensitivity adjustment
12) Connections:
a) (1) Direct AC mains power input
b) (1) Optional DC Power Input
c) (1) Audio input
d) (1) Optional Page mute (PageFirst™) input (Euro-block)
13) Device Registration: push button for transmitter(s), remote(s), speaker pods
14) Wireless audio range: up to 200 feet
15) Integrated 2-Way Hybrid Speaker System:
a) Description: exciter technology sound panel plus low frequency cone
driver
b) Integrated cross-over technology
c) Panel Size: 13.75” x 6.75”
d) Cone Driver Size: 5.25”
e) Overall Frequency Response: 60 Hz to 18 kHz -10dB
f) Impedance: 8 Ω
g) Power Handling: 25 W
4. The in-ceiling classroom audio system shall use bi-directional wireless Access Technology
to communicate with up to two wireless microphones.
5. The in-ceiling classroom audio system shall use bi-directional wireless Access Technology
to integrate with other audio sources in the classroom.
6. The in-ceiling classroom audio system shall use bi-directional wireless Access Technology
to send a mixed audio output to a media connector located at a convenient/student
accessible location in the classroom.
7. The in-ceiling classroom audio system shall use bi-directional wireless Access Technology
to communicate with up to 6 optional tabletop speaker pods available to facilitate small
group instruction.
8. The all-in-one system must contain a Page mute function (PageFirst™) that passively
detects the audio signal of a page coming through the PA system without compromising
system performance or voiding warranties. As an audio signal is sent to the PA speaker,
the PageFirst passive sensor clip detects that signal and immediately mutes the Topcat.
L. Wireless Media connector
1. Description: Wireless audio transmitter/receiver to integrate with classroom audio sources
and send/receive the wireless to the Topcat system in the ceiling.
2. Wireless Communication: Access Technology (1.9 GHz )
3. Audio Inputs: (4) 3.5mm stereo jacks connect to classroom audio sources.
4. Audio Outputs: (2) 3.5mm jack with volume control
5. (1) Microphone volume control
6. (1) Audio input volume control
7. (1) Audio output volume control
8. (1) Power button with LED
9. (1) Tone control
10. (1) Registration button with Registration LED and linked LED
11. Audio frequency response: 80 Hz to 7 kHz ±3 dB
12. Audio distortion: <1%
13. DC Power Input: USB 5V/0.2A (type micro-B)
14. Mounting: table-top or wall
15. Dimensions (W x D x H): 7.6”x 4.1”x 1.1” (193 x 104 x 28mm)
M. FLEXMIKE Pendant-style microphone / transmitter
1. Description: the pendant-style wireless microphone
2. Lanyard: adjustable length with magnetic clasp
3. Wireless communication: bi-directional Access Technology (1.9 GHz)
4. Audio distortion: <1%
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5. Integrated microphone type: uni-directional electret
6. Audio input: 3.5mm
7. Earbud output: 3.5mm (for to monitor optional Flexcat pods)
8. Push button volume control: +/- 6dB (total range = 12 dB)
9. Power: on/off/mute button
10. Battery Power: 2.4V NiMH battery pack
11. Battery run time: 8 hours (fully charged)
12. Charging: 5V USB; type micro B connector
13. Alkaline Charge Protection: Yes
14. USB Audio: interface with computer USB audio while charging
15. Registration: push button for registration with Topcat
16. Dimensions (L x W x H): 2.9” x 1.1” x 1.0” (74 x 28 x 25mm)
17. Weight: 1.8 oz (51g)
N. Optional ShareMIKE handheld microphone / Transmitter
1. Description: handheld wireless microphone
2. Wireless communication: Access Technology (1.9 GHz)
3. Audio distortion: <1%
4. Integrated microphone type: uni-directional electret
5. Auxiliary Input: 3.5mm
6. Power: on/off/mute button
7. Battery Power: 2 AA NiMH rechargeable battery pack
8. Battery run time: up to 8 hours (fully charged)
9. Charging: 5V USB; 3.5mm DC jack
10. Alkaline Charge Protection: Yes
11. Registration: push button for registration with Topcat
12. Dimensions (L x W x H): 8.25” x 1.3” x 1.3”
13. Weight (with batteries): 7.9 oz
O. Regulatory and certifications
1. The classroom audio system and its components shall be manufactured using lead-free
processes and free of other materials harmful to the environment (RoHS and WEEE
compliant).
2. The classroom audio system and its components shall be listed to UL/CUL standards and
requirements for electrical safety by Underwriters Laboratories Inc.
3. The classroom audio system must be suitable for use in air handling spaces and carry
appropriate certifications (UL 2043).
4. The classroom audio system and its components shall be CE Certified and conform with
the essential requirements of the following European Union Directives: 2004/108/EC
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) and 2006/95/EC Low Voltage Directive (LVD).
5. The classroom audio system and its components shall comply with Part 15 of the FCC
rules as a Class B digital device (FCC Certified).
P. System Performance
1. Install in accordance with Manufacturer’s installation instructions.
2. Final adjustment: Upon completion, the system shall be clean, adjusted and left in perfect
operating condition. Transmitters shall be plugged in and charging and user manual should
be left in a conspicuous place.
3. Provisions: There shall be no audible components of hum, noise, or distortion.
Q. Installation
1. Provide and install Sound Reinforcement System in the locations shown on drawings as
required.
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2. All equipment and enclosures described in this specification shall be permanently attached
to the structure and held firmly in place. Supports shall be adequate to support their loads
per manufacturer’s specifications.
3. The process of testing the Audio Sound System may necessitate moving and adjusting
certain component parts (ex. loud speakers). Contractor shall provide at no additional cost
to the owner.
4. Take precautions as necessary to prevent and guard against electromagnetic and
electrostatic noise interference.
5. Wireless Media Connector to be located per Owner’s request. Contractor to ensure all
Media Connectors are properly registered and all volume controls are set properly via a
field test in every classroom. Ensure power is available for Media Connector.
R. Integrating The Topcat With Other Audio Sources
1. The wireless Media Connector must have four audio inputs to allow other audio sources to
be wirelessly transmitted and played through the Topcat system. Computers, DVD/VCR’s,
TV’s, CD’s, MP3’s etc. may be connected into the Media Connector using appropriate
patch cords. The Media Connector must also receive audio back from the Topcate to output
the mixed audio signal of both microphone channels and multimedia for recording purposes
and interface with assistive listening devices. See the systems integration chart below.
2.15 TWO-WAY COMMUNICATION CALL BOX SYSTEM
A. Summary:
1. Section Includes: Area of Refuge Base Stations, call boxes and signage.
a. The Area of Refuge Base Station is to be located at a central control point on the
first floor or as determined by local Authority having jurisdiction. Rath Call Boxes are
to be located on all floors above and below the first floor.
b. The Area of Refuge Base Station must be capable of handling a minimum of 5 Rath
Call Boxes. Visual indicators on the base station allow Rescue personnel to know
which Area of Rescue Call Box needs assistance. The Base Station must allow
Rescue personnel to speak to all Call Boxes or individual Call Boxes.
c. The Emergency communication hardware shall comply with the Americans with
Disabilities Act (ADA). The phone shall have the ability to be programmed with up
to 5 emergency phone numbers. Upon activation of the emergency push button, a
call will be automatically placed to the Base Station. If no one answers at the Base
Station, the Call Box must dial a secondary location outside the building to activate
two way off-site person to person voice communications.
B. Manufacturers:
1. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by one of the
following:
a. Rath Area of Refuge
b. Aiphone
c. Housing Devices, Inc.
d. Or Equal.
C. Functional Description of System
1. Construction
a. The Area of Refuge Base Station (models 2500) must have a stainless steel or
powder coated steel housing, red coil cord emergency Handset, be 120vac
powered, and maintain back-up power for 4 hours.
b. The Area of Refuge Call Boxes (models 2100) must be in full compliance with
Americans with Disabilities ACT (ADA). Call Boxes require a hands-free
speakerphone with an LED to indicate status of call.
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c. The Area of Refuge Call Boxes must allow the programming in of a specific location
message of the Call Box. This allows Rescue personnel to know the location of the
activated Call Box.
d. The Area of Refuge Call Boxes are to be located no higher than 48” above ground
level to ensure conformance with the ADA requirements.
e. The Area of Refuge Call Boxes must have a Braille faceplate located no higher than
48” for front reach and 54” for side reach above ground level to ensure conformance
with the ADA requirements.
f. The Area of Refuge Base Station must provide an audible and visual indicator that
a Call Box has been activated.
g. The area of Refuge 24vac Power Supply model 2500-PWR24 must be capable of
supplying power to a minimum of 40 Call Boxes. (does not power Base Station)
2. Mounting
a. The Area of Refuge Base Station is to be mounted on a wall surface or flush
mounted.
b. Areas of Refuge Call Boxes are to be wall surface or flush mounted.
3. Electrical
a. The Base Station is to be powered by 120vac. Call Boxes are to be powered by Rath
24vac Power Supply model 2500-PWR24.
b. Call Boxes must have a battery back-up capable of providing up to 4 hours of
electrical back-up in case of building power failure.
c. Base Station must have a battery back-up capable of providing up to 4 hours of
electrical back-up in case of building power failure.
d. System shall be in compliance with all state and local Electrical Codes.
4. Communications
a. The Call Boxes shall have an ADA compliant and vandal resistant speakerphone.
b. The Call Boxes shall be Hands-Free and be a push-button-once to talk system.
c. Once the button has been pushed, the Call Box will call the Base Station. If no
answer at the Base Station, it will automatically call preprogrammed emergency
numbers. The Call Box must be capable of being programmed with up to 5
emergency numbers.
d. Call Box shall have Location Message capability. Call Box must have a minimum 18
second recordable message capability, programmable to play 1 or 2 times. Call Box
shall notify called party of the location of the call upon being received at the
emergency dispatch center.
e. Call Box shall be capable of allowing the called party to replay the Location Message
if necessary to ensure an understanding of the caller location. If system is not
attended to 24 hours a day, the Call Box must dial a secondary location outside the
building to activate two way off-site person to person voice communications. Once
call has been made (button pushed), the call can only be terminated by the called
party.
f. Call Box must have a red LED that will light up upon push of the button. The light
shall be a solid color when the Call Box is activated, and will flash when call has
been answered. 5. The Call Box must be capable of being programmed and reprogrammed on-site and
remotely.
a. Standard Call Box features:
b. Five number programming.
c. Operating Temperature of between -40˚F to +150˚F (-40˚ to + 65˚ C)
d. Programmable passwords. e. On-Site or Remote Programmable.
6. Monitoring
a. Off-Site monitoring of the system shall be provided as requested by the Owner.
b. Must be a UL Listed monitoring service provider
c. Minimum 3 year agreement for monitoring of the system.
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d. Call Boxes shall dial the monitoring service.
7. Graphics
a. Area of Refuge Base Station must include wording identifying the location of each
b. Call Box and light an LED when a particular Call Box has been activated.
c. Call Box wording must include “Help Phone”, “International Phone symbol” and
raised Braille lettering.
D. Startup Service:
1. Engage a factory-authorized service representative to perform startup service.
a. Verify that electrical wiring installation complies with manufacturer's submittal and
installation requirements.
b. Complete installation and startup checks according to manufacturer's written
instructions.
E. Adjusting:
1. On-Site Assistance: Engage a factory-authorized service representative to provide onsite
assistance in adjusting sound levels, resetting transformer taps, and adjusting controls to
meet occupancy conditions.
2. Occupancy Adjustments: When requested within 12 months of date of Substantial
Completion, provide on-site assistance in adjusting system to suit actual occupied
conditions. Provide up to two visits to Project during other-than-normal occupancy hours
for this purpose.
F. Warranty:
1. The base station and call boxes shall be warranted for a period of one year.
G. Demonstration:
1. Engage a factory-authorized service representative to train Owner's maintenance
personnel to adjust, operate, and maintain the system.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1 GENERAL
A. Do not install equipment and materials which have not been reviewed by the Architect.
Equipment and materials which are installed without the Architect's review or without complying
to comments issued with the review shall be removed from the project when so instructed by the
Architect. No payment will be made for unapproved or removal if it is ordered removed. The
Installer shall be responsible for any ancillary costs incurred because of its removal and the
installation of the correct equipment and materials.
B. Obtain detailed information on installation requirements from the manufacturers of all equipment
to be furnished, installed or provided. At the start of construction, check all Contract Documents,
including all Drawings and all sections of the specifications for equipment requiring electrical
connections and service and verify electrical characteristics of equipment prior to roughing.
C. Equipment and systems shall not be installed without first coordinating the location and
installation of equipment and systems with the General Contractor and all other Trades.
D. Any and all material installed or work performed in violation of above requirements shall be re-
adjusted and corrected by the Installer without charge.
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E. Refer to all Drawings associated with the project, prior to the installation or roughing-in of the
electrical outlets, conduit and equipment, to determine the exact location of all outlets.
F. After installation, equipment shall be protected to prevent damage during the construction period.
Openings in conduits and boxes shall be closed to prevent the entrance of foreign materials.
G. Home runs indicated are not to be combined or reduced without written consent from the
Architect.
H. All connections to equipment shall be made in accordance with the approved submittal and setting
drawings.
I. Delivery, Storage and Handling:
1. Deliver, store, protect and handle products in accordance with recommended practices
listed in Manufacturer's Installation and Maintenance Manuals.
2. Deliver equipment in individual shipping splits for ease of handling, mount on shipping skids
and wrap for protection.
3. Inspect and report concealed damage to carrier within specified time.
4. Store in a clean, dry space. Maintain factory protection or cover with heavy canvas or
plastic to keep out dirt, water, construction debris, and traffic. Heat enclosures to prevent
condensation. Meet the requirements and recommendations of NFPA 70B and the
Manufacturer. Location shall be protected to prevent moisture from entering enclosures
and material.
5. Handle in accordance with NEMA and the Manufacturer's recommendations and
instructions to avoid damaging equipment, installed devices and finish.
6. The equipment shall be kept upright at all times. When equipment has to be tilted for ease
of passage through restricted areas during transportation, the Manufacturer shall be
required to brace the equipment suitably to insure that the tilting does not impair the
functional integrity of the equipment.
J. Site Observation:
1. Site observation visits will be performed randomly during the project by the Architect.
Reports will be generated noting observations. Deficiencies noted on the site visit reports
shall be corrected. All work shall comply with the Contract Documents, applicable Codes,
regulations and local Authorities whether or not a particular deficiency has been noted in a
site visit report.
2. Be responsible to notify the Architect ten working days prior to closing in work behind walls,
raised access floors, ceilings, so that installed work can be observed prior to being
concealed.
3. Areas shall stay accessible until deficiencies are corrected and accepted. Notify the
Architect when all deficiencies are corrected. Return reports with items indicated as
corrected prior to re-observation by the Architect.
K. Project Open House:
1. If the Owner elects to have an open house at the end of the project, provide assistance to
the Owner. Cooperate and provide manpower to operate and demonstrate systems during
the open house as requested by the Owner.
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3.2 EQUIPMENT RACKS, CABINETS AND BRACKETS
A. Securely mount equipment racks, cabinets and wall mounted relay brackets to the building
structure. Proper supports such as 3/8 in. lag screws and expansion anchors shall be used.
Proper quantity of supports shall be utilized. Drywall screws and other types of supports not
specifically approved to support equipment are specifically prohibited. Submit mounting supports
for approval before installation.
B. Position racks, cabinets, and wall mounted relay brackets in order to have minimum 3 foot
clearance for easy access. Equipment racks, cabinets and relay brackets mounted on or against
walls shall have 3 foot clearance in front of deepest component. Free standing equipment racks
and cabinets shall have 3 foot clearance in front and rear of deepest components. Provide 3 foot
clearance between free standing equipment racks or cabinets and any other obstruction to allow
access from front to rear of rack or cabinet for maintenance.
C. The Electrical Contractor shall provide cable tray over each rack and cabinet to facilitate a neat
and orderly installation of cables and to secure the top of the racks to the structure. Cables shall
drop straight down to equipment racks. Cable trays shall be secured at both ends to the structure
and connected together for a complete contiguous installation. Utilize proper supports to support
the cable tray to the building structure as well as the equipment rack and cabinet. Submit
mounting supports for approval before installation.
D. Cable Management: All cables shall enter the wiring closet to within the equipment racks and/or
brackets. Secure the bundle(s) to the rack strain relief and wire management behind the patch
panels and cross connect block panels. Install horizontal and side-mounted vertical cable
management panels and brackets for routing and management of patch cables. Maintain EIA/TIA
and BICSI standards on bundling, supporting and bend radii.
E. Once the cabling system has been installed and terminated, install all active components and
surge protected power strips into the racks, cabinets and wall mounted relay brackets.
F. Surge Protected Outlet Strips: Mount UPS and surge protected outlet strips per Manufacturer's
directions. Refer to details on the Drawings for mounting location.
3.3 TERMINATIONS
A. All copper conductors of every cable shall be completely terminated at both ends.
3.4 CABLE PATHWAYS
A. Install cables in pathways provided by the Electrical Subcontractor or required under execution
part of this section.
B. Provide all equipment and cabling for a complete installed operating system. In general,
pathways, outlet boxes and grounding are provided by the Electrical Subcontractor.
C. All pathways provided under this section shall comply with fill capacities as per Code, EIA/TIA
569 and BICSI.
D. Cable bending radius shall not be less than minimum required by EIA/TIA and BICSI.
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E. Cabling installed concealed shall be supported from the building structure (e.g. cable trays, J-
Hooks).
F. Cables shall be installed no closer than 12 inches (305mm) to electrical equipment and wiring.
When cables are required to cross power wiring, they shall only do so perpendicular to the power
wiring. Telecommunications cabling and power wiring shall only cross each other at minimal
number of times and only due to building design limitations.
G. Clearances: Clearances between cabling and other building systems listed by EIA/TIA 569 and
BICSI shall be maintained throughout the building.
H. All cables shall be installed in a neat and workman-like manner. Cables shall be installed parallel
and perpendicular to building elements.
I. Provide expansion fittings and adequate cable slack at all building expansion joints.
J. Fire/smoke seal all conduits, raceways, sleeves, and slots where cables pass from one location
to another.
3.5 SEALING OF PENETRATIONS AND OPENINGS
A. Environmental Seals
1. Provide seals on raceways exposed to widely different temperatures, as in refrigerated or
cold storage areas. Install seal to prevent circulation of air from warmer to colder sections
through the raceway.
2. Provide seals under device plates for outlets on walls between conditioned and non-
conditioned spaces.
3. Provide outlet plate gasket seals at all work area outlets on interior and exterior walls.
3.6 SEISMIC SUPPORTS, SUPPLEMENTARY STEEL AND CHANNELS
A. Provide all supports, supplementary steel and channels required for the proper Seismic
installation, mounting and support of all work installed under this section.
B. All supports, supplementary steel and channels shall be furnished, installed and secured with all
fittings, support rods and appurtenances required for a complete support or mounting system.
C. Supplementary steel and channels shall be firmly connected to the building construction in a
manner approved by the Architect prior to the installation of same. Submit to the Architect, via
the General Contractor, the locations proposed for using supplementary steel and channels for
the support of equipment, fixtures and raceways. The submittal shall indicate the mounting
methods, size and details of the supports, channels and steel; it shall indicate also that weight
which the supports, channels and supplementary steel is to carry.
D. The type and size of the supporting channels and supplementary steel shall be of sufficient
strength and size for seismic restraint and to allow only a minimum deflection in conformance with
the channel and supplementary steel manufacturer's requirements for loading.
E. All supplementary steel and channels shall be installed in a neat and workmanlike manner parallel
to the walls, floor and ceiling construction. All turns shall be made with 90 degrees and 45
degrees fittings to suit the construction and installation conditions.
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F. All supplementary steel, channels, supports, and fittings, shall be Underwriters' Laboratories,
Incorporated, approved, be galvanized steel and be manufactured by Steel City, Unistrut, Power-
Strut, T. J. Cope, Chalfant or approved equal.
G. Provide supports to meet the required Seismic rating as indicated under "Part One" of this
Specification.
H. Provide beam clamps with set screws (C-clamp type).
I. Work under this section shall be held in place by seismic rated methods.
J. Supporting from the roof decking will not be acceptable.
K. Provide expansion anchors on masonry units or brick work. Power actuated supports will not be
accepted.
L. Provide stainless steel or corrosion resistant supports in corrosive areas on wet or damp areas.
M. Support work from the building structure, independent of suspended ceilings, roof deck or other
trades work. Where duct work, pipes, pipe racks, type of building construction materials or
structural framing members provide obstruction or difficult support means, hanger rods shall be
used in association with horizontal sections of steel support channels, in an approved manner.
N. All work shall be installed in a rigid and satisfactory manner and shall be supported by bar hangers
in frame construction or shall be fastened directly with wood screws on wood, bolts with expansion
shields on concrete or brick toggle bolts on hollow masonry units, and machine screws or welded
threaded studs on metal. Threaded studs of the proper type and holding capacity driven in by a
power charge and provided with lock washers and nuts are acceptable for mounting of equipment
on solid concrete walls or slabs.
O. Obtain written permission from the General Contractor allowing use of power activated charges.
Use only properly trained and licensed operators.
P. Do not use power charge driven supports for any work that is to be hung from a horizontal surface
without written permission from the Architect.
Q. Preset inserts of the proper type and holding capacity shall be used in overhead slab construction
wherever possible.
R. Provide lateral supports for work to prevent excessive movement during a seismic event using
rods, braces or galvanized or stainless steel cables.
S. Pendants, supports or hanging rods longer than 12 inches (300mm) shall be laterally braced.
T. Where installed in damp, wet and areas requiring wash down, all surface mounted panels, boxes,
junction boxes, and conduit shall be supported by spacers to provide a clearance between wall
and equipment.
3.7 IDENTIFICATION
A. Identify system components, wiring, and cabling complying with TIA/EIA-606-A. Comply with
requirements for identification specified in Section 260000 "Identification for Electrical Systems."
1. Confirm labeling scheme with the Owner prior to final labeling.
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2. Color-code cross-connect fields and apply colors to voice and data service backboards,
connections, covers, and labels.
B. Using cable management system software specified in Part 2, develop Cabling Administration
Drawings for system identification, testing, and management. Use unique, alphanumeric
designation for each cable and label cable, jacks, connectors, and terminals to which it connects
with same designation. At completion, cable and asset management software shall reflect as-
built conditions.
C. Cable Schedule: Install in a prominent location in each equipment room and wiring closet. List
incoming and outgoing cables and their designations, origins, and destinations. Protect with rigid
frame and 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 for telecommunications closets, backbone
pathways and cables, entrance pathways and cables, terminal hardware and positions, horizontal
cables, work areas and workstation terminal positions, grounding buses 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 Owner.
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. Each wire connected to building-mounted devices is not required to be numbered at device
if color of wire is consistent with associated wire connected and numbered within panel or
cabinet.
3. Exposed Cables and Cables in Cable Trays and Wire Troughs: Label each cable at
intervals not exceeding 15 feet.
4. 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 with name and number of particular device as shown.
b. Label each unit and field within distribution racks and frames.
5. Identification within Connector Fields in Equipment Rooms and Wiring Closets: Label each
connector and each discrete unit of cable-terminating and connecting hardware. Where
similar jacks and plugs are used for both voice and data communication cabling, use a
different color for jacks and plugs of each service.
F. Provide preprinted or computer-printed type labels with printing area and font color that contrasts
with cable jacket color but still complies with requirements in TIA/EIA 606-A, for the following:
1. Cable Labels: Use flexible vinyl or polyester that flexes as cables are bent.
3.8 CABLE SUPPORTS
A. Provide strain relief hardware for backbone cables at each floor level as they pass from one floor
to the next.
B. Provide hook and loop (Velcro) cable wraps at all panels, equipment racks and cabinets. Cable
ties are specifically prohibited.
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C. Cable ties for horizontal cables shall be secured with minimum required compression in order to
secure the cables properly without impeding the signal transmission rating (geometry) of the
cable. Hook and loop (Velcro) cable wraps may be used in lieu of cable ties for copper cables
only. Cable-ties are specifically prohibited for fiber optic cables.
D. When pathways are not provided or specified, provide J-Hook supports from the building structure
for cable runs to the cable drop location. Maximum distance between supports shall be five feet
depending on the structural elements of the building. Maximum number of cables per support
shall be thirty. Provide additional supports when cable quantities exceed thirty and to maintain
required bending radius of cables. Cables installed exposed or in areas subject to abuse (below
10 feet (3m) above finished floor) or in accessible areas shall be installed in conduit.
E. All cables shall be supported directly from building structure. Under no circumstance shall cable
be installed using cross bracing, plumbing/sprinkler pipes, ceiling systems or any other system
that is not a specifically approved method to independently support cables. Cables shall not be
allowed to rest on ceiling tiles, duct work, and piping. Supports shall be provided in order for
cables to avoid contact with any other building system. Bundle cables in groups by Room.
3.9 CABLE PROTECTION
A. Provide bushings in all metal studs and the like where cables will pass through. Bushings shall
be of two piece construction with one piece inserted through the opening and the second piece
locking it into place. Single piece bushings with locking tabs or friction fit are specifically
prohibited.
B. Cables to be installed in existing enclosed open bays or furred spaces where conduit stubs are
not provided shall be protected from chafing or any damage. The Installer shall verify that the
warranty shall not be violated before installing any cabling in these locations.
C. Provide cutting, coring, sleeves and bushings and seal at all penetrations.
D. Fiber optic backbone cables shall be installed in inner duct.
E. Cables damaged during installation shall not be repaired. They shall be completely replaced with
new cable.
3.10 INSTALLATION
A. All cabling shall be installed in conduit where indicated on plans, or shall be installed open using
other methods, approved by architect, such as J-Hooks.
1. Install wiring, per manufacturers recommendations. Use UL listed plenum cable in
environmental air spaces including plenum ceilings.
B. All wiring shall be new and concealed in pipe where exposed.
C. All conduits and raceways shall have pull strings remaining after cable is pulled.
D. Impedance and Level Matching:
E. Carefully match input and output impedances and signal levels at signal interfaces. Provide
matching networks where required.
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F. Control Circuit Wiring:
1. Install control circuits in accordance with NFPA 70 and as indicated. Provide number of
conductors as recommended by system manufacturer to provide control functions
indicated or specified.
2. Make installation in strict accordance with approved manufacturer's drawings and
instructions.
3. The Installer shall provide necessary transient protection on the AC power feed, all station
lines leaving or entering the building, and all central office trunks. All protection shall be
as recommended by the equipment supplier and referenced to earth ground.
G. Weatherproofing:
1. Provide weatherproof enclosures for items to be mounted outdoors or exposed to weather.
H. Typical Layouts and requirements of the specified systems:
1. Typical layout:
a. Equipment racks and cabinets
b. Backbone cabling
c. Headend equipment
2. Typical layout of telecommunications equipment racks and cabinets.
a. Each equipment rack and cabinet shall contain the following equipment:
1) Fiber optic patch panel
2) Fiber optic cable management
3) Surge protector power strip
4) Patch panels - Horizontal distribution
5) Horizontal distribution cable management
6) Vertical cable management
7) Patch cords
b. Provide space for the installation of network electronics equipment in the equipment
racks.
c. Furnish and install horizontal cable management between each patch panel (fiber
optics, Hub distribution, Horizontal distribution, and telephone distribution).
d. Furnish and install horizontal distribution patch panels in each wire center with
sufficient ports to terminate all modular jacks shown on the drawings plus twenty
percent spares. The exact number of modular jacks and horizontal distribution patch
panels shall be obtained from the drawings.
e. Furnish and install all equipment racks and cabinets required to support the
aforementioned equipment.
f. The MDF room shall contain fiber optic patch panel quantities which correspond to
the total number of fiber optic patch panels located in the IDF rooms.
g. Grounding bars shall be installed under Section 260000. Furnish and install the
required grounding to ensure that all of the aforementioned equipment is grounded
and bonded.
3. Headend
a. The headend consists of connecting hardware for the following:
1) Video System
2) Sound System
3) Paging System
4) Master Clock System
b. Final terminations from IDC cross connect block panels to telephone equipment and
PBX by -Telephone Company and Equipment Installer. Coordinate with Telephone
Company and Equipment Installer for final terminations. c. Final terminations from the IDC cross connect block panels to the headend
equipment shall be provided by the headend equipment installer.
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d. Coordinate with the headend equipment installer and the electrical contractor for:
1) The installation of all the IDC cross connect block panels at the headend
equipment. Installation shall be neat in appearance.
2) The final terminations at the headend.
3.11 TRAINING
A. As a minimum, training sessions shall consist of the following:
1. General project information and review shall be by the General Foreman or Superintendent
of the Trade.
2. Specific system training shall be by a Factory Trained Representative.
3. Provide a complete review of the project and systems including, but not limited to, the
following:
a. In a classroom environment review each Record Drawing (use of typicals is
acceptable).
b. Note equipment layouts, locations and control points.
c. Review each system.
d. Review system design operation and philosophy.
e. Review alarms and necessary responses.
f. Review standard troubleshooting techniques for each system.
g. Review areas served by equipment.
h. Identify color codes used.
i. Review features and special functions.
j. Review maintenance requirements.
k. Review operation and maintenance manuals.
l. Respond to questions (record questions and answers).
4. After classroom training, walk the entire project, review each equipment room and typical
locations. Explain equipment and proper operation.
B. During the instruction period the Owner and Maintenance Manual shall be used and explained.
C. The Owner and Maintenance Manual material shall be bound in 3-ring binders and indexed. On
the edge of the binder provide a clear see-through plastic holder with a typed card indicating the
Project name, the Architect's name, the installer's name and the Volume number (e.g., Vol. No.
1 of 2).
D. Provide name, address and telephone number of the manufacturer's representative and Service
Company for all items supplied so that the source of replacement parts and service can be readily
obtained.
1. Include copies of manufacturers and installer's warranties and maintenance contracts and
performance bonds properly executed and signed by an authorized representative.
2. Include copies of all test reports and certifications.
3.12 ACCEPTANCE DEMONSTRATIONS
A. Systems installed under this Section shall be demonstrated to the Owner and Architect.
Demonstrations are in addition to necessary testing and training sessions. Notify all parties at
least 7 days prior to the scheduled demonstration. Schedule demonstrations, in cooperation with
and at times convenient to all parties, so as to not disturb ongoing activities.
B. Systems shall be tested prior to the demonstrations and each system shall be fully operational
and tested prior to arranging the Acceptance Demonstration. Final payments will be withheld
until a satisfactory demonstration is provided for all systems indicated or requested.
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C. If the demonstration is not totally complete, performing all functions, features and connections or
interfaces with other systems, or if there is a failure during the demonstration, additional
demonstrations shall be arranged. Provide and pay for all costs, labor and expenses incurred for
all attendees for each additional demonstration required for acceptance and demonstration of
complete system operation.
D. Demonstrations shall be scheduled in ample time to complete all activities prior to final
acceptance and Owner occupancy. Demonstrations shall take place at least 30 days prior to the
scheduled project completion date and 30 days prior to owner’s use and occupancy.
E. As a minimum, provide demonstrations for systems indicated under "Work Included" under Part
One of the Specifications. Provide demonstrations of additional systems as requested by the
Owner, or Architect.
3.13 PROJECT OWNER COORDINATION
A. Prior to Substantial Completion of the project and in ample time to address and resolve any
coordination issues, request and arrange meetings between the Owner, Owner's Vendors and
Consultants, Architect and General Contractor to discuss the Scope of Work for each system
being provided and the interface required for a fully functional and operational system upon
project completion. Initial meetings shall be scheduled three months prior to the scheduled
Substantial Completion date or as soon as Submittals are submitted and reviewed for projects
with shorter schedules.
B. At these meetings the required interface with the Owner shall be reviewed, requests for
information required to complete programming or for coordination shall be presented and system
operation and philosophy shall be discussed.
C. Additional meetings shall be held as requested by any party so that all issues are resolved and
with the goal and intent being that all systems are fully operational and functional upon project
Substantial Completion and that the responsibility for all components required is clearly
established.
3.14 CLEANING UP
A. Upon completion of all work, and testing, thoroughly inspect all exposed portions of the installation
and completely remove all exposed labels, markings, and foreign material.
B. The interior of all boxes and cabinets shall be left clean; exposed surfaces shall be cleaned and
plated surfaces polished.
C. Repair damage to finish surfaces resulting from work under this section.
D. Remove material and equipment from areas of work and storage areas.
E. All equipment shall be clean from dirt, dust, and fingerprints prior to final acceptance.
F. Touch up all damaged pre-finished equipment using materials and methods recommended by
the Manufacturer.
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3.15 PROJECT CLOSEOUT
A. Provide close out submittals as specified herein and in SECTION 017700 - CLOSEOUT
PROCEDURES including the following close out submittals.
1. Operation and Maintenance Manuals
2. Record Drawings.
3. Test Reports.
4. Extra Materials.
B. Obtain written receipts of acceptance close out submittals submitted. Receipts shall specifically
detail what is being delivered (description, quantity and specification section) and shall be dated
and signed by firm delivering materials and by the Owner's Representative.
C. Telecommunications:
1. Provide record drawings indicating actual cable routing and cable terminations and all
required identifiers. Provide copy mounted in each telecommunications closet and the
main cross connect.
2. All sketches, drawings, and charts herein are for the purpose of providing for specifications
in a simplified format. Errors and omissions in such does not relive the Contractor of the
responsibility for providing a fully complete, secure and properly operating integrated
instructional technology network system suitable for the intended use. Bidders must obtain
a complete set of Project Drawings and Specifications to determine the full scope of work.
In case of conflict the Project Drawings and Specifications shall prevail.
D. Construction Waste Management
E. Comply with Division 01 requirements for construction waste management and recycling.
END OF SECTION