DIVISION 16000T INDEX
Revision Date: 4-05-200516700 Telecommunications
1.0 General
2.0 Distribution
3.0 Building Wiring
4.0-6.0 Drawings/Building Access/Contacts
16710 Telephone and Data System Station Wiring
1.0 General
2.0 Products
3.0 Execution
16730 Vending and Control Equipment
16740 Clock and Program Equipment
16760 Alarm and Detection System Central Alarm Receiving System
16770 Fire Alarm and Detection Systems
1.0 General
Basic telecommunications requirements for all new structures will include entrance ducts, communications closets, a riser system between floors, a floor distribution system, and building wiring as defined in the following paragraphs. Contractors may be required to provide and install communications wiring as specified by the Physical Plant. (see Section 16700 and 16710) Telecommunications equipment will normally be supplied and installed by the Computer Center. The BiCSi manuals are excellent general references and can be obtained by calling 1-800-BICSI-05, 813-979-1991 or Fax 813-971-4311. The State of North Carolina, Department of Administration, Division of Purchase and Contract, 116 West Jones St., Raleigh, NC 27603-8002, has qualified personnel on contract that may be able to assist you with LAN Data Wiring. Phone 919-733-4505 Ext 120, or check their web site at http://www.its.state.nc.us/ITProcurement/
1.1 Contractor Experience
The selected Contractor shall be fully capable and experienced in the telecommunications distribution system specified. To ensure the system has continued support, the Customer will contract only with Contractors having a successful history of sales, installation, service, and support. During the evaluation process, the Customer may, with full cooperation of the Contractor, visit the Contractor?s places of business, observe operations, and inspect records. The Contractor must have a minimum of five (5) years of experience. The Contractor must have a Registered Communications Distribution Designer (RCDD?) on staff who will be ultimately responsible for this project. The RCDD must have sufficient experience in this type project as to be able to lend adequate technical support to the field forces during installation, during the warranty period, and during any extended warranty periods or maintenance contracts. A resume of the responsible RCDD must be attached to the Contractor?s response for evaluation by the Customer. Should the RCDD assigned to this project change during the installation, the new RCDD assigned must also submit a resume for review by the Customer. If, in the opinion of the Customer, the RCDD does not possess adequate qualifications to support the project, the Customer reserves the right to require the Contractor to assign an RCDD who, in the Customer?s opinion, possesses the necessary skills and experience required of this project.
1.2 APPLICABLE SPECIFICATIONS AND STANDARDS:
Follow the requirements listed in this Telecommunications Standard. Where conflicts or no instructions are listed, follow the Specifications and Standards listed below in order of preference, and/or contact the ASU Design & Construction Office, Phone 828-262-4961, FAX 704-262-6472.
A.S.U. Design and Construction Manual
National Electric Code (NEC) Articles 725, 800 and 820 as applicable.
UL's LAN Cable Certification Program (for level 3, 4, & 5 information).
EIA/TIA-568 and supplements.
EIA/TIA-569.
EIA/TIA-607.
EIA/TIA-606.
TIA TSB-40, specifies Levels (Categories) of electrical performance.
TIA TSB-36.
IEEE 10-Base-T Standards, (328 feet or 100 meter max pulls from data equipment to the user; conduit not to exceed 300 feet or 90 meters).
NC State Telecommunications Office "STS-1000 Statewide Wiring Guidelines", note that TIA 568B is the approved University Standard presently installed, 919-733-5555.
BiCSi Telecommunications Distribution Methods Manual
BiCSi LAN Design Manual
Manufacturer's specifications and instructions.
2.1 ENTRANCE DUCTS:
The University standard for conduits that will serve our data and television needs are as follows:
Install six, 4 inch conduits between and into all manholes or pedestals and five, 4 inch conduits into buildings (fiber, coaxial, two-telephone, spare). All conduits will have round, smooth sides, be clean of dirt, silt and debris and have a pull wire installed. These conduits will be of galvanized rigid metallic construction, or PVC encased in cement. They will extend from a manhole to be designated by the Physical Plant to the primary communications closet in the building, conduits will be located not more than 4" from the wall, under the backboards, and will be stubbed up a minimum of 2" and a maximum of 4" above the finished floor. Plastic or metallic bushings will be placed on the ends of the conduit and pull wires will be provided. There will be no more than two 90 degree bends between the manhole and the building. Use of LB, LL, or LR fittings is prohibited. Ground all metallic entrance conduits in accordance with National Electric Codes 800-4 and 800-C3. All damaged conduits will be repaired like new.
The telephone company requires a minimum of two 4 inch conduits from their manhole or pedestal into the building. If the distance within the building to the telephone entrance backboard exceeds fifty (50) feet (15.2 m), then the 4" conduits shall be Intermediate Metal Conduit (IMC)or Rigid Metal Conduit within the building. If this is not possible then a splice box, size specified by BellSouth (Quazite Composolite, Doug at 800-868-9898, 30" x 48" box, part #PG3048BA18, with locking cover, part #PG3048CA00, x 18"deep with a one foot gravel bottom, conduits enter and exit in the gravel at the ends furthest apart), shall be placed immediately outside the building where the conduit enters. The contractor shall contact the BellSouth BICS Engineer, 828-754-1730, to insure that the conduit count is adequate and that they are stubbed out at the appropriate location.
See section 16111 and section 16700.
2.2 Communication Manholes
2.2.1 The manhole is defined as being the box at the bottom of a 36" diameter entrance tube. Manholes shall be located and sized to allow workable pulling tension on cables. Minimum size shall be 7' x 9' x 6'-6" high for telecommunications systems. Manholes shall be installed with entrances slightly above finished grade level to limit the influx of surface water. Conduits shall not be placed in the entrance area between the box and the surface.
2.2.2 Manholes shall be precast concrete or poured-in-place, reinforced to withstand H-20 loading as per OSHA Standard Specifications for Highway Bridges. Ladder rungs shall be on 12" centers and the top rung not more than 12" below the entrance. Manholes shall be supplied with knockouts, inserts, pulling irons and risers suitable for the service intended. Joints in manhole walls, risers and duct entrances shall be grouted with cement, or a gasket seal applied between precast sections, to provide a waterproof structure.
2.2.3 Covers shall be round, 30" diameter, heavy duty with word "TELEPHONE", "TV", etc. cast in the cover as applicable.
2.2.4 A driven copper clad steel ground rod shall be installed in each manhole for bonding all hardware and cable sheaths.
2.2.5 A gravity drain or a sump pump and a light shall be provided in each manhole. Where a sump pump is used run a 2 inch conduit from the pump to the nearest storm drain or sanitary sewer. Provide a 20A, 120VAC circuit from the nearest building. Pumps shall be submersible Weil Pump Series 1400 with power switch or Teel-Bronze pump, Cat. No. 3p530, ? HP, 1750 RPM, single phase, 120 volt, 60 Hertz. Pumps shall have a minimum capacity of 46 gpm at 20 foot head, through a 1 1/4" discharge and shall be complete with check valve and union. Pumps shall be actuated by an attached ? HP rated float switch equipped with a waterproof, oil resistant cord of proper length and a bronze operator rod.
2.2.6 Pull-Boxes shall be Quazite boxes, PG style, 30" X 48" or 24" X 36" where appropriate, depth shall be 24" or greater so the bottom shall be below the depth of the conduits. Boxes shall be set on a gravel base or if a solid base provide a drain into gravel. Install according to Quazite?s installation specifications. Quazite contact: 1-800-346-3062 or http://www.mmfg.com
2.3 Communications Closets
All Communications closets shall be equipped with the following:
An individual 120V, 20A, AC electrical circuit terminating in (2) quad outlets located 3' above the finished floor on either side of the main entrance telephone backboard, or either side of the data patch-panels.
Standard room lighting and light switch.
Door locks keyed to Physical Plant mechanical room standards.
Doors will be designed to provide full access to the closet.
3/4" Fire Retardant plywood fully lining all walls beginning at floor level and extending to a height of eight feet.
#6 ground wire from the electrical ground on the same floor as the closet with approximately four feet of slack wire coiled in the left rear of the closet. A cold water ground will not be acceptable.
Conditioned air meeting normal building standards.
2.4 Riser Systems
Communications closets will be connected by a minimum of three 4" sleeves or conduit. Both sleeves and conduit will be located in the rear of the closets and stubbed up a minimum of 2" and a maximum of 4" above the finished floor. Plastic bushings will be provided. If the conduit must be extended between closets that are not stacked, provide a pull string and use no more than two 90 degree bends between closets. All cable shall be riser rated per the NFPA and the National Electrical Code.
2.4 Floor Distribution
Return Air Plenum Ceiling: Floor distribution from communications closets to communications outlets will be provided by individual runs of 3/4" conduit. All conduit shall be equipped with a pull string. Pull strings will be tagged in the closet and at each corresponding outlet to identify where the string terminates in the floor distribution. If a closed raceway is used run 3/4" conduits from the closed raceway to the outlets; ceiling space shall be provided so the raceway can be easily opened to lay in the appropriate cables. Any cables not enclosed in a reaceway or conduit shall be plenum rated CMP-50 limited combustible cables.
Non-Return Air Plenum Ceiling: When non-return air plenum ceilings are used, use individual 3/4" conduit runs or a combination of conduits, Snake Tray cable holders (800-308-6788),cable runway(919-514-2779), or cable trays (The trays shall be 4" deep x 12" wide with single center support). Conduits must be used in lieu of cable trays when passing through fire-walls. Maintain 12" clearance on all sides of the cable tray. Extend a 3/4" conduit from each outlet back to a location just above the cable tray in the corridor. An alternative in areas with removable ceiling tiles, would be to stub a conduit from an outlet to a point just above ceiling grid and provide 3" sleeves above the doorway to allow access back to corridor. The selection of the floor distribution system depends on the design and intended use of that floor. The selected method of floor distribution must be approved by the Telecommunications Office or Business Affairs.
Grounding: All vertical and horizontal, metallic distribution systems must be grounded in accordance with National Electric Code 250-33.
2.5 Scheduling
The Contractor shall complete the construction of all communications closets, risers, and floor distribution in order to permit the installation of building communications wiring prior to the completion of lay-in ceilings in areas where above ceiling junction boxes and cable trays are installed.
3.1 General
The communications wiring plan for all new construction and major renovations shall comply with the University Uniform Wiring Plan. The Contractor and the ASU telecommunications departments each have responsibilities for the completed communications system. The Building Contractor will purchase, install and connect all communications cable, backboard equipment, closet power outlets, lights, riser cables, and telephone/communications outlets. The ASU telecommunications departments will install the cross connect wire. Allowance will be made for Fiber optic cable, Coaxial cable, telephone cable and other copper pairs where they enter the building (i.e., backboard space, equipment rack space, protection).
3.2 Communications Cable
The building communications system is designed to support Local Area Networks, Ethernet Local Area Network (LAN), Fiber Distributed Data Interface (FDDI) networks and the IBM 16 Mbps Token Ring (When Requested). High performance, 100 ohm, twisted pair, un-shielded, state-of-the-art cable, shall be utilized throughout to insure reliable network operation and capability to run multiple networks on a single 4 pair cable. All cable shall meet FCC frequency emission regulations, and Underwriters Laboratories Inc. (UL) LAN Cable Certification Program. Plenum rated cable, which meets or exceeds these specifications, shall be used in open ceilings used as air plenums. All cables shall be bundled by cable type, and labeled to indicate building, floor, room, and outlet number of the point of origin.
The Contractor shall provide specifications and material samples for any proposed substitution to ASU's Department of Business Affairs for approval prior to installation.
See Section 16710 and 16720 for additional details.
4.0 Design and Construction Drawings
All Design Development Phase and Construction Document Phase drawings, shall have a communications riser diagram which illustrates all components of the building communications distribution system. Provide appropriate notes to describe the conduit size and other special instructions to the contractor. Electrical drawings for each floor will illustrate components of the floor distribution system and outlet locations.
5.0 Building Access
The Contractor shall permit ASU Telecommunications personnel or agents to install communications wiring or other system components in new buildings prior to final building inspections. All work performed by ASU will be coordinated through the Building Systems Engineer and the Contractor.
6.0 Telecommunications Contacts
For questions contact the Design and Construction Department at 704-262-4961, or the ASU Physical Plant, Boone, NC 28608, Phone 704-262-3190, ext 106.
16710 TELEPHONE AND DATA SYSTEM STATION WIRING
1.0 GENERAL
1.1 SCOPE OF WORK:
Provide telephone and data system station wiring consisting of raceways, conduit boxes, jacks/outlets, face plates, station wiring, telephone blocks, wire-guides & backboards, patch panels, connectors, fiber, splice-trays, splice-boxes, and terminations as specified herein and shown on drawings.
1.2 SUBMITTALS:
Submit manufacturers data for the following items:
- Cables, including certified, or published, data indicating compliance with the specified technical performance.
- Plates and connectors including dimensions, shape and other physical characteristics.
- Manufacturers installation instruction for both cables, plates and connectors.
- Preliminary plans for construction.
- As built drawings at the end of the project.
- Installer qualifications as per next paragraph.
1.3 INSTALLER'S QUALIFICATIONS:
The station wiring shall be installed by a certified installer, with not less than ten years of proven experience with data, telephone, fiber and coaxial wiring systems. Submit installer qualifications and references, if requested, for approval by both A/E and University.
2.1 WIRING:
Provide telephone, data, ground, coaxial, and fiber wiring as specified here. The Category/Level of wire shall be consistent throughout.
Manufacturers: Belden, Anixter, Comm/Scope, Aguat/LRC or approved equivalent.
Cables shall run from the wall plate (3 level-5e minimum) to the telecommunication room backboard plus one foot slack at the wall plate and ten to fifteen feet of slack at the telecommunications room backboard to allow the installer sufficient cable to punch down or connect all cables. Leave 6-12" of slack after all terminations have been made; cable should not be pulled tight.
2.2 TELEPHONE CABLE:
Telephone cable to the wall outlet shall be one 4-UNSHIELDED twisted pair, 24AWG, UL listed type CM verified/certified Level 5e (level 6 when requested), Belden, or equivalent. All 4 pairs will be punched down in the Telecommunications Closet. At the user end (USOC outlet), the last pair will left coiled in the outlet box for future use.
Plenum telephone wire shall be 4 twisted pair, 24AWG, UL listed type CPM verified/certified Level 5e (level 6 when requested). All 4 pair will be punched down in the telecommunication closet. At the user end(USOC outlet) the last pair will be left curled in the outlet box for future use.
Riser telephone wire and cable shall be UL listed type CMR verified/certified Level 5e. 76-pair or higher; Level-3 telephone RISER CABLE may be used when groups of 25-pair level 5e cable is not a workable solution.
The level of wire, blocks and terminations will be consistent, category/level 5e (level 6 when requested) or higher, throughout from entrance to user. Telephone wall jacks will be miminum of level 3,or the highest available. If shielded wire is used the shield shall be grounded to the building ground, but only at the entrance end.
2.3 DATA CABLE:
Data cable to the wall outlet shall be TWO 4-UNSHIELDED Twisted Pair (UTP), 24AWG, UL listed type CM, Premium verified/certified Level 5e (level 6 when requested), with identifying markings, to equal or exceed General Cable, Mohawk, Corning, or Belden (level 6 when requested) Enhanced level 5, (5e), or equivalent.
To meet Ethernet Requirements the length of the data run from the wall outlet to the patch panel in the Telecommunications Closet shall not exceed 295 feet or 90 meters. Take into account the raceways and conduit to the outlet. Test cords are not to be over 2 meters (6.5 feet) in length each.
At this time Certified Premium Category VI/level 5e (LAN Plus)(Dia .18-.2) or 6 (Dia .24) is the highest level for data wire and jacks, and can be used for long range plans. When the wire and data jacks for a project are actually installed, use the latest "state of the art" data level wire, equipment and rules as specified by the University's Design & Construction Department.
Plenum data wire shall be 4 twisted pair, 24AWG, UL listed type CPM, Premium verified/certified Level (level 6 when requested) 5e.
Riser data wire and cable shall be UL listed type CMR Premium verified/certified Level 5e (level 6 when requested) .
Where two 4 twisted pair, 24AWG, Premium verified/certified Level VI UTP are used, install Corning (Comm/Scope) DUAL LAN or General Cable GEN-Mate Cat 5e (level 6 when requested) wire, or equivalent. Multiple single cables are also acceptable.
The 1992 Underwriters Laboratories Inc LAN Cable Certification Program for Level (level 6 when requested) 5e cable apply to both shielded and unshielded cable constructions. The level of wire, wall jacks, patch panels and terminations shall be consistent throughout from entrance to user. If shielded wire is used the shield shall be grounded, but only at the entrance end.
See Article 800 of the National Electric Code for exceptions.
2.4 COAXIAL CABLE:
All equipment associated with the University's mid-split broadband cable network and the sub-split television system will be expected to operate from 5MHz to 750MHz as a minimum. These systems shall be brought into all new buildings.
Access to buildings shall normally be from the nearest manhole with broadband access. Broadband systems are very sensitive to distance. Four inch conduits with "inner duct(s)" from this manhole into the building will normally be sufficient. Amplifiers shall be inside buildings for service.
Mid-split(data) and sub-split(TV) coaxal drop cable shall be RG-6 cable, F6SSV for single drops, or F2-6SSV for dual drops, as manufactured by Comm/Scope, Inc. with a Gilbert F-connector installed on either end.
Plenums coaxial drop cable shall be F6SSTP(2227T) as manufactured by Comm/Scope, Inc.
Coaxial trunk cable shall be 1/2 inch coaxial cable, P-3 75-500JCA, as manufactured by Comm/Scope, Inc. The connectors that ASU keeps in stock fit this cable.
Plenum coaxial trunk cable shall be 2311(P-3 500CAP) cable as manufactured by Comm/Scope, Inc.
Underground coaxial trunk cable shall be P-3 75-500JCASS cable as manufactured by Comm/Scope, Inc.
Contractor is cautioned to exercise EXTREME care in handling this 1/2 inch cable as it can be easily damaged. Install with wide-sweeping turns.
2.5 FIBER OPTIC CABLE:
All fibers will be enclosed in a sheath suitable for the location they are being installed in. Where possible use an all dielectric construction. Do not mix 62.5 Fm and 50 Fm fiber internal to a building.
Fiber optic cable for data shall be a graded index multimode 62.5 micrometer core diameter/125 micrometer cladding diameter (62.5/125), specified for operation at the 850nm/1300nm wavelengths, Guaranteed performance for Maximum attenuation (dB/km) 2.8/0.6 and minimum bandwidth MHz/km 160/500, FDDI rated Corning Glass fibers with each fiber and fiber group identified with a standard color code. Use ST style connectors and jumpers designed for 62.5 Fm. OR
An optional fiber optic cable for data shall be a graded index multimode 50 micrometer core diameter/125 micrometer cladding diameter (50/125), specified for operation at the 850nm/1300nm wavelengths, Guaranteed performance for Maximum attenuation (dB/km) 2.4/0.5 and minimum bandwidth MHz/km 500/500, FDDI rated Corning Glass fibers with each fiber and fiber group identified with a standard color code. Use ST style connectors and jumpers disigned or 50 Fm. Check with the building occupants or the computer center before installing.
Fiber optic cable for television and high speed data shall be single-mode 8.3 micrometer core diameter/125 micrometer cladding diameter (8.3/125), specified for operaion at the 1310nm/1550nm wavelengths, Maximum attenuation of 0.35/0.25 dB/km, premium performance Corning Glass fibers with each fiber identified with a standard color code. The University will determine the specific connector type to be used. The Univesity will determine the specific style of connector, based on type of usage.
FIBER OPTIC EQUIPMENT FOR SPLICE CENTERS
- Fiber Distribution Center, 144 Fiber Capacity,
Corning FDC-001
- Fiber Distribution Center, 72 Fiber Capacity,
Corning FDC-002
- Fiber Distribution Center, 24 Fiber Capacity,
Corning FDC-003
- Connector Module with 6 Multimode ST Compatible Sleves,
Corning FDC-CP1P-25
- Connector Module with 6 Single-mode ST Compatible Sleves,
Corning FDC-CP1P-19
- Fusion Splice Tray, 12 Fiber Capacity, Siecor M67-041
- ST Compatible Duplex Jumpers, 62.5, Zipcord,
6 meters long,
Corning 252502K5141-006M
- ST Compatible Duplex Jumpers, 62.5, Zipcord,
1 meter long,
Corning 252502K5141-001M
Corning Fiber Rep: 800-743-2671
Suggested suppliers:
-- Anixter, Inc.,
Attn: Ryan King,
9311-A Monroe Road,
Charlotte, NC 28270,
FAX: 704-847-5574, Phone: 1-800-338-5543
-- Accu-Tech,
Charlotte, NC,
Phone: 704-599-9997
-- CSC,
Charlotte, NC,
Phone: 704-588-0004
-- Graybar Electric Co.,
955 Brookstown Ave.,
Winston-Salem, NC 27102-0627,
Phone: 336-724-2461
REMOTE EQUIPMENT CABINET
For high density locations, such as a lab, run 6 SM and 12MM fibers from the MDF to a Remote Equipment Cabinet (REBOX by Hubbell), adequate to hold the splice tray, patch panel, electrical outlet, data equipment and ventilation fan. Box must be secured or have a key lock to prevent vandalism. All wires will be in the wall or in conduit if not in a secure room.
2.7 WALL PLATES:
Outlet Boxes: Recessed outlet boxes shall be used for voice, data and video services. Outlet boxes will be 4-11/16" x 4-11/16" deep with single gang plaster ring for standard outlets. The box will be a double gang, deep style with double gang plaster ring for combinations that include fiber optic cable. Each outlet box shall have one 3/4" conduit for levels up to 5e and 1" conduit for level 6. Each conduit will have no more than two (2) 90 degree bends. If more than two (2) 90 degree bends are required, a pull box must be installed and the location of pull boxes shall be easily accessible and shown on the drawings. Plan pulls to avoid the use of pull boxes. Use of LB, LL, and LR fittings is not permitted. Outlets shall not be looped in the same run of conduit. Every room should have a minimum of 1 drop (2 data/1 telephone cables) with 1 active switched ethernet port.
The recommended number of outlets is specified as below:
Offices (per 100 square feet): 2
Classrooms/Conference Rooms (per occupancy):
1 - 50: 1
50 - 100: 2
100 - 200: 3
200 or more: 4
Computer Labs: To be determined by the Department
Laboratories (per 100 square feet): 1
Student Offices (per 100 Square feet): 1
Residence Halls (per occupant): 1
Patient Rooms (per occupant): 1
Public Areas/Hallways (courtesy and pay-phones):
*Location & quantity to be determined
by the Design & Construction Department *
For the twisted pair lines only, use the following type parts as manufactured by Hubbell Premise Wiring, Inc. (BR)(phone 800-626-0005). Must be rated level 3 for telephone and level 5e (level 6 when requested) for data. Use with a deep double gang box with plaster ring.
1. IFP14OW, A four port Hubbell Office White WALL PLATE. (plates allow flush mount for jacks) Comes with clear and color coded label fields.
a. SFB10 fill in Blank(10 per package).
b. LBLPK100, Clear covers with paper label insert, if spares are needed. (100 per package)
2. HXJ5EGY25 (GraY)(25 per pack), Two enhanced Category 5e, TIA568B Jack, RJ-45 style, 8 position, 8 conductor jacks for DATA. (Use HXJ6GY25 for Category 6)
3. HXJUTI, (Telco Ivory) RJ-11 style, USOC, 6 position, 6 conductor jack for TELEPHONE, Use Highest Category Available. (In Residence Facilities ONLY, may use 6 position, 4 conductor jack where one 4 pair cable serves 2 telephone jacks in the same faceplate.)
For the RG-6 coaxial cable use TF81-S for single drops, and DTF81-S for dual drops. These self terminating cable connectors with plate are manufactured by Augat/LRC, P.O. Box 111, Horseheads, NY 14845. Use with a deep single gang box.
For fiber optic and twisted pair lines use the following type parts as manufactured by Hubbell Premise Wiring, Inc.(contact 800-626-0005). Must be rated for Enhanced level 5e (Level 6 when requested) data speeds. Telephone outlet only is level 3. Use with a deep double gang box (need as much room as possible) with plaster ring.
1. IFP16OW, A six port Hubbell Office White WALL PLATE. (plates allow flush mount for jacks) Comes with clear and color coded label fields.
a. SFB10, fill in buttons(10 per pack; need 1 button per plate).
2. HXJ5EGY25 (GraY)(25 per pack), Two enhanced Category 5e, T568B Jack, RJ-45 style 8 conductor jack for data. (Use HXJ6GY25 for Category 6)
3. HXJUTI, (Telco Ivory) Level 3+, 3 pair USOC RJ-11.
4. SFSTG, (Gray) 2 per plate for "ST" fiber optic connectors.
1. OFPBST2, OFP Bracket with 2 ST couplers. (Not flush with wall)
a. OFPBB10, 10-pack of blank bottom location brackets (need 2 blank bottoms per bracket).
2. HXJ5EGY25 (GraY)(25 per pack), Two enhanced Category 5e, T568B Jack, RJ-45 style 8 conductor jack for data. (Use HXJ6GY25 for Category 6)
3. HXJUTI, (Telco Ivory) Level 3+, 3 pair USOC RJ-11.
2.8 TELECOMMUNICATION ROOMS:
Rooms shall be located in a CENTRAL location, stacked one above the other and have adequate space per floor, min 8'x10', and ventilation provided to remove heat buildup from equipment. Floors over 10,000 square feet will have two rooms located central to their area.
The main telecommunications/entrance room will be provided with a BUSS BAR TO A #6 solid copper insulated ground wire tied to the building ground or the service electrical ground, and two double gang AC wall outlets on their own 20A circuit breaker mounted on either side of the backboards. A 3/4 inch 4' x 8' plywood board with fire retardant, shall be provided with the appropriate colored (blue for voice; Yellow for data) metal backboards, white metal spooler/routing knobs boards and equipment for the building telephones. A second 3/4 inch 4' x 8' plywood board with fire retardant will be provided for data and television. The main entrance room for BellSouth will have a 4' x 8' fire retardant backboard dedicated to their protection equipment and RJs, located at their entrance ducts, next to the one for the building telephone lines.
All other telecommunication rooms will have separate backboards for the building telephones, data and television, with two double gang AC wall outlet.
Punch-down blocks for telephones shall be rated for UL listed verified/certified
Enhanced Level 5e, Siemon S66M1-50 CAT 5e Block with 89D Bracket on blue backboards (preferred) or
Hubbell Cat 5e 66A Block.
Telephone wire may have a
maximum of one splice point on intermediate floors between the wall-outlet and the BellSouth Enterance/Telephone room which shall be S66M1-50 CAT 5e punch-down
blocks on 89D brackets. (S110TB1-100RFT can be used with permission from ASU.) All
wire shall be punched down in a neat and orderly manner following standard AT&T color codes. Each floor on a seperate block. The first position of each 4-pair telephone wire on eht 66-block will be labeled with the room location number, and a "capital letter" where there is more than one jack in a room, to match the room /user jack label (ex. 105A).
Data wire shall be terminated in the data entrance room to:
Enhanced Level 5e (Level 6 when requested) Patch panels of RJ-45 (EIA/TIA 568B) connectors, 12 ports, Hubbell Prwemise Wiring Cat-5e front access panels P5E12BF. For 24 ports use P5E24BF (P67024B for Category 6), or
Groups of Hubbell Premise Wiring Cat-5e hinged fold down panels; 48 ports, 19" patch panels rated Enhanced level 5e (level 6 when requested), 7" high, P5E48BF for wall mount, and P5E48BF19 for rack mount (Use P67048B for Category 6); all jobs over 24 ports,
and wall mount open "D" rings, placed where they are easily reached, standing on the floor, and suitable for patch cords to data equipment. Patch panels will be stacked with the top floor on top and a break or space designator between port spaces for each floor. Run data wire from adjoining floors directly to the patch panel. If racks are used, they shall be bolted to the floor in a permanent location.
Where there is more than one Telecommunications Room; (1) run four multi-mode fibers, and (2) two 4-pair level 5e data cables for every 24 users that are being served from the secondary telecommunications room. Supply a conduit path rated for not over 40% fill.
2.9 INTERIOR DUCTS
All Secondary Telephone, Television or Telecommunications Rooms will have ample conduits running back to the main Telephone, TV or Telecommunications Rooms. Conduits will be installed to meet all fire and safety and electrical codes.
2.10 LABELING
(A) Each patch panel will be labeled with a ?small letter? (ex. Panel ?b?) designator on top of the panel. The port will be labeled with the room location number, and a ?capital letter? for the outlet box and a number for the outlet in that box (ex. 105A2) where there is more than one jack in a room. (B) The room/user jack will be labeled with the patch panel letter designator/room number, box plate letter and jack number to match the patch panel (ex. b/105A2). See section 3.4 below.
3.1 CABLE INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION:
Install 3/4 inch conduit from wall box to telecommunications room, wireway, rack or cable support system, such as the Cable Management Solutions' Snake Tray cable holders (800-308-6788), or GS Metals' Flextray (800-582-3647). Wire will not be laid on ceiling tiles. If conduit is stubbed into ceiling area, a bushing will be installed on the end to protect the wire. If more than 3 wires are installed use 1 inch conduit. Empty conduit will have a pull string installed.
Wireways shall not be filled over 50%. Data, telephone, and RG-6 wire is 1/4" in diameter (same as a #8 electrical wire). The Trunk cable for CATV is 1/2" to 3/4" diameter in the building and 1" (armored) diameter from the manhole to the building.
Cables shall be installed and connected to jacks and connectors in strict accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
Wire twist for data and telephone shall be maintained to within 1/2 inch of the termination point.
Cables shall be checked prior to and after installation for damage to insulation or shielding and conductor shorts.
Where possible all cables shall be pulled at the same time. No splices are permitted between accepted connection points.
Cables shall be protected from construction related physical damage.
3.2 TESTING:
After station cable is installed, it will be tested to insure that the wire, punch-blocks, patch-panels, outlets and installation meet or exceed the IEEE standards for Enhanced Category/Level 5e (level 6,when installed) using a tester designed for these levels. Provide documentation of these tests to the owner.
Checks will also include the following:
- Electrical resistance of terminators.
- Electrical resistance between center conductor and shield (coax cables).
- End to end circuit continuity.
- Check for ground continuity (coax cables).
- Check for cable insulation integrity.
- Length of cable (10Base-T, Ethernet and broadband cables).
- Check for connector physical attachments to cable.
- Record the splice loss and system attenuation for each fiber optic cable.
3.3 OWNER'S TEST:
The owner shall be given the opportunity to test each cable assembly for proper installation and operation. Any cable found improperly installed, damaged, or with loose connector shall be repaired, and if necessary, replaced with new cable and connectors at no cost to the Owner.
3.4 CABLE IDENTIFICATION:
Cables shall be identified at each termination point, when the cable enters or leaves the cable tray, by its room number. When there is more than one wall plate in a room, add a capital alphabetical suffix to the room number. When there is more than one data/telephone jack in a wall plate add a number after the capital letter for each outlet.
Each data patch panel will be labeled with a ?small letter? (ex. Panel ?b?) designator. The port or punch down will be labeled with the room location number, a ?capital letter?, and number (ex. 105A2) where there is more than one jack in a room. Wires shall grouped by floor and inserted in a consecutive order.
The room/user jack will be labeled with the data patch panel letter designator/room number, capital letter and outlet number to match the patch panel (ex. b/105A2), or room number with suffix for telephone outlet (ex. 105A3). Use T&B E-Z coder, or equivalent, wire making system. Place markings on the cable in a permanent location where they will not be removed or made unusable. Reference EIA/TIA Standard 606.
NOTE: Room numbers shall be as directed by the Owner, not necessarily as shown on A/E drawings. Verify with Owner (Business Affairs Design & Construction Office, 828-262-4961) prior to marking cables.
16720 C.A.T.V. SYSTEMS - CABLE TELEVISION
1.0 GENERAL:
This contractor shall furnish and install a 1/2" trunk system with 4 or 8-way taps of the proper level, RG6 cable from the taps to each outlet (NOT feed-through outlets),and all necessary equipment, cable, and conduit to deliver Cable TV signals. The fiber optic receiver shall be connected to the ASU fiber optic system to provide a 38db RF output to the building. The contractor shall amplify, distribute and split the signal as required to provide the correct signal level at each outlet location shown on the drawings, and provide a system design to the owner before installation for review. The only requirement of the University is to provide a fiber signal to the Contractor to connect to his fiber amplifier.
Provide outlet, jack and cable for TV sets at each location shown. Furnish, deliver, install, instruct in the use of, and leave ready for use, a complete system as described herein.
All equipment shall be installed in a professional and workmanlike manner by a certified technician, in accordance with good construction and engineering practices. Test results and as-builts drawings shall be delivered to the owner upon completion of the project.
An acceptance inspection shall be made by the Owner/Engineer's Agent. The system must have been in service for a period of thirty (30) days prior to this inspection request. The contractor is to provide a TV set for this test.
The system is not complete until it has been checked and approved by the Owner's designated technician. Payment for the system will not be made until the system is complete.
1.1 Compliance
The compliance with the specifications shall be accomplished generally as follows:
1. All work shall be done in accordance with the National Electric Code and EIA/TIA Standards and Supplements. Coaxial cables shall be run in continuous lengths except for terminations, and no splices shall be permitted in any conduit run.
2. The television distribution system as a whole shall be tested in accordance with NCTA Recommended Procedures and Practices for Measurements on Cable Television Systems, 2nd Edition, by the installer to provide the following:
a. +3dBmV minimum output at all taps for each channel.
b. +12 dBmV maximum output at all taps for each channel.
c. 20 dB minimum isolation between taps.
d. Lines terminated in characteristic impedance.
e. F-Type self-terminating Connectors at all taps.
f. A picture free of interference, ghosts and smear, with clear audio, on all channels and at all taps.
g. An overall signal-to-noise ratio of 40 dB for a 6 Mhz band-width.
i. Variations in ambient temperatures of -20 degrees F to +140 degrees F (except for converters) shall not cause more than +/- 1.0dB change in outlet voltage.
j. Amplifiers and system must be capable of handling both forward and reverse path.
k. Conduct and document a Cumulative Leakage Index (CLI) check of the completed system once it is connected to the local TV signal. A copy of this report will be given to the owner. All RF leaks will be repaired by the installer.
3. The riser cable shall be 1/2" coaxial cable rated at 750MHz minimum. A separate Comm-Scope RG-6 Super Shield cable will be run from taps on the 1/2" trunk to each apartment or to each outlet.
4. All electronic equipment shall utilize solid state construction.
5. System splitters, directional couplers, etc. shall have a band-width of from 5 to 750 Mhz minimum.
6. System wall taps shall be Augat/LRC TF81-S self terminating, with a band-width of from 5 to 750 MHz. Other brands of wall taps can be used only with the approval of the University. The tap connector shall be protected by an outlet cover plate.
7. There shall be adequate power wiring provided at each equipment board. One hundred percent of the power outlets required to do the specified job plus a reserve of 25% should be included for possible future expansion.
8. System receptacles are to be wall mounted in standard deep single gang electrical boxes or in boxes designed for this application.
9. RF receptacles will provide 75 ohm access to the distribution system.
10. For standard television receiver mount, tap-off should be located no higher than 18" AFF.
11. Wherever possible, television conduit systems shall consist of a single piece of 3/4" EMT extending upwards from each standard 2" X 4" wall box.
12. The Amplifier will be connected to the building Ground.
1.2 Equipment
The following manufacturers and types of equipment, or equivalent are presently in use within the A.S.U. system. Use the equipment rated 5 to 750 MHz with reverse path capability from 5 to 50 MHz, that will be compatible with the A.S.U. System. Permission shall be obtained from the owner to use a different brand of equipment. -Broadband Networks Inc.(BNI), 800-523-5947-BNI Solutions
I. HEADEND EQUIPMENT NEEDED TO SUPPLY BUILDINGS WITH TELEVISION:
BNI OTR-1X6-2-FCA Optical Splitter
BNI TR2100-7715-860-R17-FCA Transmitter
BNI TR2200-750(38)-R17-FCA Receiver
II. EQUIPMENT NEEDED IN EACH BUILDINGS FOR TELEVISION:
ITEM DESCRIPTION MANUFACTURER MODEL
1. Fiber Receiver (38dBmV output), Broadband Networks Inc (BNI) TR2200-750(38)-N17-FCA (750Mhz, 110 Channels)
1a. Fiber Optic Transmitter, BNI, TR2100-7705-860-R17-FCA,
2. RF Line Extender Magnavox CATV 6-LE97/31-42/54-AC
Module 750 MHz Or current model
3. Line Extender Housing 750MHz, Magnavox CATV 9-LH, Or current model
4. RF Return Amp. Magnavox CATV 4-LER90
Equalizers Magnavox CATV 6-2E750
Or current models
5. 8-Way Directional RMS Electronics, Model-7800K Series
Taps Inc.
6. 4-Way Directional RMS Electronics, Model-7400K Series
Taps Inc.
7. 2-Way Splitter RMS Electronics Model-7502K
8. Directional
Couplers, Taps,
Splitters for RMS Electronics, Unipower Series
1/2" Trunk Line Inc. 750MHz
9. Connectors Gilbert Engineering
10. Wall F-Connector Augat/LRC TF81-S, TF81-R
DTF81-S(dual)
1.3 Coaxial Cable
All equipment associated with television will be expected to operate from 50MHz to 750MHz (minimum) in the forward path, and 5 to 50MHz in the reverse path .
1.3.1 Sub-split (Television) coaxial drop cable shall be RG-6 cable, F6SSV for single drops, or F2-6SSV for dual drops, as manufactured by Comm/Scope, Inc.
Plenums coaxial drop cable shall be F6SSTP(2227T) as manufactured by Comm/Scope, Inc.
1.3.2 Coaxial trunk cable shall be 1/2 inch coaxial cable, P-3 75-500JCA, as manufactured by Comm/Scope, Inc. The connectors that ASU keeps in stock fit this cable. All cable will be rated to 750MHZ minimum.
Plenum coaxial trunk cable shall be 2311(P-3 500CAP) cable as manufactured by Comm/Scope, Inc.
Underground coaxial trunk cable shall be P-3 75-500JCASS cable as manufactured by Comm/Scope, Inc.
1.3.3 Contractor is cautioned to exercise EXTREME care in handling this 1/2 inch cable as it can be easily damaged. Install with wide-sweeping turns.
1.4 FIBER OPTIC CABLE:
All fibers will be enclosed in a sheath suitable for the location they are being installed in. Where possible use an all dielectric construction. A copy of the cable specifications including attenuation, fiber bundle break out and color code shall be provided to the Owner.
Fiber optic cable for television shall be single-mode 8.3/125, 1300nm/1550nm, Maximum attenuation of 0.4/0.5 dB/km, premium performance Corning Glass fibers with each fiber identified with a standard color code. Use FC-APC connectors.
1.5 CABLE LENGTHS:
From room outlets to the CATV backboard plus one foot slack at the wall plate and fifteen feet of slack at the CATV room backboard. This will allow the cable to routed and terminated properly; the slack will be used up during this process.
1.6 CABLE IDENTIFICATION
Cables shall be identified at each termination point by its room number. When there is more than one drop in a room, add a alphabetical suffix to the room number. Use T&B E-Z coder, or equivalent, wire making system. Place markings on the cable in a permanent location where they will not be removed or made unusable. Reference EIA/TIA Standard 606.
Room numbers shall be as directed by the Owner, not necessarily as shown on A/E drawings. Verify with Owner prior to making cables.
1.7 OWNER'S TEST:
The owner shall be given the opportunity to test the completed system for proper installation and operation. Any cable or component found improperly installed, damaged, with loose connector, or with RFI leakage shall be repaired, and if necessary, replaced with new cable, connectors, and components at no cost to the Owner.
16730 Vending and Control Equipment
1.0 General
The ASU Food Services Department will provide all of the Active Griffin equipment which includes the AC5000 Access Controller, AR5000 Access Card Reader, the LR1000 Laundry Reader and the DAC5000 Building Controller. All of this equipment communicates over the ASU Data System to the Series 5 Griffin Computer at Food Services. The DAC5000 Building controller shall be placed in an environmentally controlled room with a 110VAC duplex recepticle and a data outlet for connection to a serial port on the ASU data system. The contact at Food Services is Ruth May, Phone 704-262-6131, FAX 704-262-6144.
2.0 Washers/Dryers Vending Equipment
2.1 Vending machines produce heat which must be vented from the vending area.
2.2 Dryers need one 1" conduit from the LR1000 Laundry Reader to a 4" x 4" box the first dryer stack, which will feed 3 more dryer stacks, with a 1" conduit to 4" x 4" boxes with single gang plaster ring and cover plate with a grommet hole, behind each stack. Use 9 conductor #22 stranded copper wire with 3' slack at the laundry reader plate and 10' slack at the machine location. Space needs to be set aside for one LR1000 Laundry Reader per 16 units, 14" wide x 12" high. If more than one LR1000 is used there needs to be space for two LR1000s with 6" minimum space between units. Dryers use a 30 amp breaker and receptacle per dryer.
2.2 Washers need one 1" conduit from the LR1000 Laundry Reader to a 4" x 4" box at the first washer, which will feed 7 more washers, with a 1" conduit to 4" x 4" boxes with single gang plaster ring and cover plate with grommet hole, behind each washer. Use 4 conductor #22 stranded copper wire with 3' slack at the laundry reader plate and 10' slack at the machine location. Space needs to be set aside for one LR1000 Laundry Reader per 16 units, 14" wide x 12" high. If more than one LR1000 is used there needs to be space for two LR1000s with 6" minimum space between units. Washers use a 20 amp breaker and receptacle per washer.
2.3 Run a 4-pair level 5 data wire in 3/4" conduit from an RJ-11 at the DAC5000 to the LR1000. If more than one Laundry Reader is needed connect them with a 3/4" conduit concealed in the wall.
2.4 Power Supply. One power supply (with 9' cord) is needed per laundry card reader. Power Supply must be located within 8' of a splice box with 4 conductor #18 stranded copper wires in a 3/4" conduit leading to the reader. Power supply should not be accessible to students or placed in a closed or hot area. Power supply is wall mountable and needs both ends clear for ventilation fan.
3.0 Drink & Food Vending Equipment
3.1 Drink and Snack Machines. Provide a 120VAC outlet and one RJ-11 data outlet behind each machine. Machines are 43" wide and 40" deep with 2" between machines and wall. They use approximately 11.5 amps.
3.2 Run a 4 conductor 22 gage twisted copper wire in a 3/4 conduit from a Siemon S66M1-50 CAT 5 Block on an 89D Bracket beside the DAC5000 building controller to an RJ-11 behind the first machine in a group, and then continue the run in series from one RJ-11 to the next behind each machine in the group. Total distance shall not exceed 4,000 feet in length.
3.3 Locate the DAC5000 Building Controller in the main Telecommunications closet.
3.4 Run a 4-pair level 5 data wire from an RJ-11 at the DAC5000 to an RJ-45 at the Terminal Server/Main Data closet location.
3.5 Supply a 120VAC outlet beside the DAC5000.
3.6 Vending machines produce heat which will damage the food products. Heat buildup in the area must be vented to the outside.
4.0 Door Control Equipment
4.1 The AR5000 card access reader for the Von Duprin exit device and outside phone shall be placed on the same side and directly outside of the door it is opening since the door is only held open for 3 seconds. When possible the right hand door shall be the controlled door. Because of our weather, if there is a foyer, the card reader shall be placed inside the foyer and control the second inside set of doors.
4.2 Locate the power supply for the Von Duprin exit device, furnished with the door, and the AC5000 access controller in the Residence Hall Office(for Dormitories), or the nearest Electrical or Telecommunications closet(Academic Buildings) where it is accessible for maintenance, not in the ceiling. The controller shall be placed within 100 feet of the AR5000 card access reader using 3 shielded twisted pair 20 gauge (Belden #9873 or Alpha #6033). The wires shall be run continuous in a 3/4" conduit from a standard wall box mounted horizontally, with grommeted stainless steel cover, from the AR5000 reader to the AC5000 access controller box, with 3' of slack at each end.
4.3 The connection from the AC5000 access controller to the DAC5000 building controller shall be made with a 4 conductor 22 gage stranded twisted copper wire run in a 3/4 conduit and not over 4,000 feet in length. All door wiring is to be shielded or run inside the door or walls.
4.4 Run a four conductor #18 stranded copper wires from the 24 volt Von Duprin exit device power supply to the AC5000.
4.5 Supply a 120VAC outlet within 3 feet of the AC5000.
5.0 Gate Control Equipment
5.1 The AC5000 access controller for the Von Duprin gate opener card reader device shall be located in an enclosed area where the temperature shall be within 32 to 100 degrees F. and the humidity shall be within 30 to 90%. The AR5000 card access reader shall be located 10 to 12 feet in front of the gate so that it is easly accessible from the driver's side of an automobile window.
5.2 Locate the power supply for the AC5000 access controller in the Building or the nearest Electrical or Telecommunications closet where it is accessible for maintenance, not in the ceiling. The controller shall be placed within 100 feet of the AR5000 card access reader using 3 shielded twisted pair 20 gauge (Belden #9873 or Alpha #6033) (max of 200 feet using Belden 8778 or Carol C6041). The wires shall be run continuous in a 3/4" conduit from the AR5000 reader to the AC5000 access controller box, with 5' of slack at each end.
5.3 The connection from the AC5000 access controller to the DAC5000 building controller shall be made with a 4 conductor 22 gage stranded twisted copper wire run in a 3/4 conduit and not over 4,000 feet in length.
5.4 Run a four conductor 24AWG stranded copper wires from the AC5000 to the gate to provide a dry switch closure to the gate opener.
5.5 Supply a 120 VAC outlet within 3 feet of the AC5000.
5.6 The controlled gate shall be a Federal APD-G90-CD Series Barrier Gate, low voltage system using 24 VDC/VAC and 1 ampere current.
16740 Clock and Program Equipment
1.0 University time clock system
The University uses a Simplex Time Recorder System equipped with a Simplex Electronic Master clock and a signal generator with a tone at 8775 Hz which uses a carrier current pulse superimposed on the main power distribution system. Contractors shall install Simplex clocks with a 12" face or two sided clock which stands out from the wall and a Simplex #8562-299 Electronic Clock Receiver board (8775 Hz) in each clock. A recessed 110 VAC outlet and a means to mount the clock to the wall shall be provided for each clock.
2.0 Door alarm control systems for buildings
Use the Intermatic clock, Model ET715C, for door alarm and the controlled access door, as it can be manually programmed. Locate this unit in the Residence Hall Office. Do not use the Fire Alarm clock to control the doors as this gets into programming problems.
16750 Emergency Phones
Provide an ADA-Compliant Telephone that will auto-dial the ASU Police, give an ID indication of which phone location is dialing in on the ASU Police RAMTEL Corp. model DD-1 Digital Display or Caller ID unit, and allow the ASU Police to dial back to the phone or terminate a call. (Obtain ID from the Physical Plant or the Design & Construction Department)
Program or set the RAMTEL phone dip switches to the appropriate phone number, 262-2450 from dormitories or 2450 from academic buildings, and set or program the assigned ID number into the phone. This is the ID that will appear on the Digital Display. This unit will turn on when dialed into as though the button had been pushed to allow for monitoring, tests or return calls.
The following unit will meet these requirements (Any alternate shall be approved by the owner and the architect):
RAMTEL Corp.(phone 401-231-3340, e-mail: info@ramtel.com, Web: http://www.RAMTEL.com ) See Specified Emergency Phones.
BLUE LIGHT EMERGENCY PHONES ID number 000 - 099. RAMTEL model PLC-8 with RamTech model RR733. The phone will have a blue light connected to it that will come on at night and will flash anytime that the emergency button is pressed to make an automatic call to the ASU Police. These Emergency Phones will not have a keypad.
DORMITORY EMERGENCY PHONES ID number 100 - 199. RAMTEL model RR734 in Model 926 enclosure without door to be mounted in sheltered area, or Model 926-D enclosure with door when needed outside. The phone will have a blue light mounted on the outside wall next to the entrance that will come on at night and will flash anytime that the emergency button is pressed to make a call. Phones located in Dormitory Entrances will have a keypad to allow local calls into the building.
ACADEMIC BUILDING EMERGENCY PHONES ID number 200 - 299. RAMTEL model RR733. The phone has a red push button that will do an Auto-dial to the ASU Police, a red to green LED light to indicate the call has been answered, and a Braille Plaque.
ELEVATOR EMERGENCY PHONES ID number 500 - 599. RAMTEL model RR833. The phone has a red push button that will do an Auto-dial to the ASU Police, a red to green LED light to indicate the call has been answered, and a Braille Plaque. Can be mounted directly or in the Model 906 flush mount bezel enclosure.
Any alternate phone will need to be:
1. programmed with an internal keypad(including * and #) to dial (262-2450 from dormitories) or (2450 from academic buildings), two pauses, then * (the numbers after the * appear on the ASU Police Digital Display) and a 3 digit ID number (Obtain ID from Physical Plant or the Design & Construction Department)and be able to retain the phone number, dialing instructions, and ID number even with a loss of power. It will dial the number, send the ID and turn on a flashing blue light when the button is pressed. It will also allow a callback from ASU Police and allow them to send a code to hang-up, or
2. be set up through the Centrex Office to autodial an ASU Police line set up with Caller ID that will identify the location, and activate the blue light to flash when the Emergency Button is pressed. The Caller ID unit will hold the information until the Police Officer deletes it. The phone will also allow a callback from ASU Police and allow them to send a code to hang-up.
16760 Alarm and Detection System Central Alarm Receiving System
1.0 The University has a Central Alarm Receiving System located in the Appalachian State University Police Office capable of supervising fire, burglar or other trouble signals from any campus location. The system consists of a KELTRON Model DMP 703 Digital Alarm Receiver, using the Silent Knight 4.2 format. All fire and security alarms shall transmit an alarm signal to this location by means of digital communication.
2.0 All burglar alarm systems, fire detection and alarm systems, and any special monitoring system shall be programmed to report to ASU Police Office via a Silent Knight model 5104/AF-4007 or equal Digital Communicator, which must be approved by the NC Department of Insurance. The receiver set at ASU Police Office is a KELTRON Model DMP 703 Digital Alarm Receiver, using the Silent Knight 4.2 format. The communicator shall be equipped with a locking cabinet, battery back up system and surge protection for the data and AC lines. The report shall contain alarm, trouble, sprinkler, reset and test conditions. The communicator shall be wired to the nearest building telephone closet using a four wire cable (2 pair, 22 gauge) in a 3/4" conduit with ten feet (10') of excess at the closet end, terminated in the communicator, and identified at both ends. The University shall connect it to telephone lines. For interconnections, notify the Physical Plant Electronics Department for assistance in programming the central receiver with the correct address and to perform a joint acceptance test to ensure proper operation.
16770 Fire Alarm and Detection Systems
1.0 General
The fire alarm systems presently installed on campus are Pyrotronics, Simplex and FCI. One of these systems would be preferred to simplify training for ASU Police and Physical Plant Electronics, parts inventory and test equipment. Use an addressable fire alarm system with fire alarm panels equipped with digital memory storage feature that will store "trouble', "fire alarm" and other fire alarm type incidents in memory for future trouble shooting. Any specialized equipment needed to test the systems shall be provided.
1.1 All designers shall refer to the latest edition of the Requirements for Fire Detection and Alarm Systems, Fire Sprinkler Systems, etc. from the Department of Insurance for design information related to University Buildings. The latest edition and any interim additions or deletions shall be obtained from the North Carolina Department of State Fire Marshal (OSFM), Engineering Division - State Property Plan Review Section, P.O. Box 26387, Raleigh, NC 27611, Phone 919-733-3901 x242, or e-mail: jroberts@ncdoi.net to obtain electronic copies via e-mail.
1.2 Alarm verification required on all fire alarm systems. Refer to N.C. Requirements for Fire Detection and Alarm Systems for exceptions.
1.3 Horns and strobes shall be placed no more than 30 to 40 feet apart so that they can be heard from any location. Horns shall be heard clearly, 15dBA above the normal ambient level, in bedrooms, living areas and bathrooms.
2.0 Installation, Testing, and Acceptance
2.1 Installation Contractor: The complete detection, alarm, and suppression system(s) shall be installed under the direct supervision of the equipment manufacturer's authorized representative. Both the equipment manufacturer's authorized representative and contractor shall have a minimum of five (5) years experience in installing fire detection, alarm, and suppression systems of similar size and scope to this project.
2.2 Code Compliance: The fire detection, alarm, and suppression system must comply with current NEC, NFPA, NC Building Codes and NC Department of Insurance "Requirements for Fire Detection and Alarm Systems". The University in concert with the NC Department of Insurance shall resolve any inconsistencies between the above code requirements.
2.3 Pre-Final Inspection: Upon completing the fire alarm system installation, and prior to scheduling the NC Department of Insurance inspection, the installation contractor must conduct a 100% performance test of the entire fully functional system. The contractor shall schedule this test through the project engineer. A Physical Plant Electronic Shop representative and the ASU Safety Office shall witness all aspects of the test. The digital communicator and all zone directories must be installed prior to the test to verify their accuracy. Any deficiencies shall be recorded and corrected. Once the items have been corrected, the system shall be tested again in the presence of the owner, engineer and Safety Officer.
2.4 Test Report: Upon successful completion of the Pre-Final Inspection and correction of all deficiencies, the manufacturer's authorized representative shall issue a test report to the Engineer, the Owner, and the Safety Office detailing and certifying the test, including those requirements of the NC Department of Insurance Requirement 11.1.
2.5 Acceptance Inspection: After approval of the test and written report described in Paragraph 2.4, the engineer will schedule a test by the NC Department of Insurance. Acceptance of the system will begin after the Department of Insurance inspection and all related punch list, and contract items have been corrected. Acceptance includes documentation required by the specifications and NC Department of Insurance Requirements, paragraph 12.0 through 12.3.
2.6 Warranty Period: The warranty period will commence on the date of the successful Acceptance Inspection. As of this date, all of Paragraph 11.3 of the NC Department of Insurance Requirements shall be in effect. The contractor shall notify the Supervisor of the Physical Plant Electronic Shop prior to performing any work on the system after final acceptance.
3.0 Additional Requirements
3.1 Contact the Physical Plant Engineer for instructions for connecting a new system to the University Central Alarm Receiving System located at the ASU Police Station.
3.2 All duct detectors shall be equipped with a remote lamp and test/reset feature, and must be accessible for inspection.
3.3 Fire alarm horns or bells installed in animal quarters shall have a supervised disconnect switch, so those horns or bells may be silenced during routine testing and maintenance.
3.4 One copy of the fire alarm zone layout chart shall be mounted beside the fire alarm control panel and one copy given to the ASU Physical Plant. Fire alarm zone layout shall indicate: (1) floor plan of each floor within building, (2) all fire alarm and detection devices, (3) zone layout (preferably color coded).
3.5 All air handling units requiring shutdown via fire alarm panel shall have a fully supervised by-pass switch located in the fire alarm panel and duly designated.
3.6 Spare parts. Stand-alone smoke detectors are considered to be a part of the fire alarm system. The contractor will provide 6% of installed quantity to the University.
4.0 Training
4.1 The manufacturer's authorized and factory trained personnel must provide up to eight (8) hours of training at the Owner's designated site location.
4.2 The training may be waived, deleted or reduced in the number of hours only with Owner's approval.
4.3 The training must include at a minimum:
a. Preventive maintenance service techniques and schedules.
b. Overall system concepts, capabilities and functions.
c. Explanation of all control functions.
d. Methods and means of troubleshooting and replacement of all field wiring and devices.
e. Methods and procedures for troubleshooting the main fire alarm control panel, including field peripheral devices as to the programming , bussing system, internal panel and unit wiring, circuitry and interconnections.
f. Manuals, drawings and technical documentation must be used in training and shall be left with the Owner at the completion of training for the Owner's use in the future.
4.4 The University maintains all fire and security alarm systems on campus. The use of proprietary equipment does not justify failure to provide technical documentation, such as programming information, electronic schematic drawings and technical description, as part of training and documentation. It shall be the responsibility of the engineer to ensure this documentation can be obtained prior to acceptance, per Paragraph 2.5 of this document.
4.5 Any specialized equipment necessary to diagnose, program or service equipment such as sensitivity tester, peak reading voltmeter, personal computer or terminal CRT, etc., shall be furnished as part of the system.
5.0 Zone Requirements
5.1 NC Department of Insurance sets 20,000 square feet as the maximum area a zone may serve. If this area is subdivided, it shall be served by more than one (1) zone.
5.2 No one zone shall have more than twenty (20) alarm indicating devices.
5.3 Pull stations, duct detectors and smoke detectors shall be zoned separately.
5.4 The alarm systems serving residence halls shall have alarm verification.
