Now celebrating its 30th anniversary, BICSI’s newly revised flagship manual, the 15th edition of the Telecommunications Distribution Methods Manual (TDMM), is known as the cornerstone of modern ICT design. From new information on single-pair Ethernet cabling, 28 AWG patch cords, SC/APC type optical fiber connectors, fault managed power circuits, and much more, to updated information throughout the new manual, the TDMM holds true to its name. These changes reflect the newest trends in ICT technologies, ensuring a project is designed based on the latest standards and best practices. Comprised of two volumes and spanning 2100 pages, the TDMM 15th edition is a must have for all existing BICSI Registered Communications Distribution designers

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PDF Pages	PDF Title
1	TDMM 15th Edition Blank Page
2	Preface
6	WARNING
9	Acknowledgments
19	In Memoriam
20	About BICSI… Advancing the Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Profession BICSI Vision Statement BICSI Mission Statement BICSI 2024 Board of Directors
21	International Credentials
22	Become a BICSI Member! Member Benefits Gain the Competitive Edge! Fast Access to Information Member Discounts Educational Conferences Technical Publications
23	Join BICSI Today!
24	BICSI Policy for Numeric Representation of Units of Measurement
25	Interpretation of Directive Language BICSI Policy on Current Codes, Standards, and Regulations
26	HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
27	Reader’s Comment Form
28	Table of Contents
36	Figures
50	Tables
55	Examples
56	Acronyms and Abbreviations
85	Units of Measurement
90	Symbols
92	Chapter 1 – Principles of Transmission
94	Table of Contents
101	Figures
103	Tables
104	Examples
106	Principles of Transmission Overview
108	Electrical Conductors Overview Description of Conductors
109	Comparison of Solid Conductors Solid Conductors versus Stranded Conductors
110	American Wire Gauge (AWG) Overview
111	Insulation Overview
112	Electrical Characteristics of Insulation Materials
114	Balanced Twisted-Pair Cables Overview Pair Twists Tight Twisting
115	Environmental Considerations Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) Temperature Effects
118	Cable Shielding Description Shielding Effectiveness
119	Types of Shields Solid Wall Metal Tubes Conductive Non-metallic Materials Discontinuous Shielding Selecting a Cable Shield
120	Comparison of Cable Shields
121	Drain Wires Overview Applications Specifying Drain Wire Type
122	Analog Signals Overview Sinusoidal Signals
125	Standard Frequency Bands
126	Decibel (dB)
127	Echo and Delay Phase and Delay
128	Analog Telephony Basics Overview
129	Telephone Line Impedance Telephony Echo
130	Telephony Distortion
131	Internet Protocol (IP) Telephony Internet Protocol (IP) Telephony Devices
132	Internet Protocol (IP) Telephony Architecture
134	Mission-Critical Data Network
135	Digital Signals Definition Transmission Data Rates Converting an Analog Signal to a Digital Signal Filtering Sampling
136	Quantizing/Companding Pulse Code Modulation (PCM)
137	Time Division Multiplexing (TDM)
139	Converting Digital Data to Digital Signals Encoding Techniques
143	Quadrature Amplitude Modulation (QAM)
144	Discrete Multitone (DMT) 8B/1Q4 PAM5 Encoding Digital versus Analog
145	General Description of Physics of Wave and Wave Theory Characteristics of Waves
146	Propagation Line of Sight (LoS) Propagation
147	Fresnel Zones
148	Factors Affecting the Behavior of Waves Typical Barriers and Obstructions Free Space Loss
149	Theory of Propagation
151	Basic Propagation Modeling Math Free Space Path Loss (Dispersion) Isotropic Gain
152	Fading Radio Frequency (RF) Link Loss Budget Calculation
153	Electromagnetic Spectrum Modulation, Detection, and Multiplexing Types of Modulation Amplitude Modulation
154	Frequency Modulation Phase Modulation
156	Pulse Modulation
157	Additional Modulation/Demodulation Techniques Used in Wireless Systems Wireless LAN (WLAN) System Signal Modulation Techniques
158	Radio Frequency (RF) Behaviors Gain and Loss Radio Frequency (RF) Power Measurements, Units, and Conversions Three Decibel (3 dB) Rule for Signal Power
159	Six Decibel (6 dB) Rule for Antenna Signal Transmission Decibel Sub-Units
160	Types of Transmission Circuits Overview Simplex Half-Duplex Full-Duplex
161	Asynchronous and Synchronous Transmission Overview Asynchronous Transmission Synchronous Transmission
162	Digital Hierarchy Overview Integrated Services Digital Network (ISDN)
163	Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) High Bit-Rate Digital Subscriber Line (HDSL) Symmetrical Digital Subscriber Line (SDSL)
164	Asymmetric Digital Subscriber Line (ADSL) Technologies
165	Rate-Adaptive Digital Subscriber Line (RADSL)
166	Very High Bit-Rate Digital Subscriber Line (VDSL)
168	Video Transmission Baseband Analog Broadband Video Balanced Twisted-Pair Media Implementation
169	Transmission Line Concepts Overview
174	Characteristic Impedance Attenuation
175	Crosstalk Nominal Velocity of Propagation (NVP) Propagation Delay
176	Delay Skew Reflection Coefficient Return Loss
177	Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR) Attenuation-to-Crosstalk Ratio (ACR) Power Sum Attenuation-to-Crosstalk Ratio (PSACR) Power Sum Attenuation-to-Alien-Crosstalk Ratio at the Near End (PSAACRN) Power Sum Attenuation-to-Alien-Crosstalk Ratio at the Far End (PSAACRF)
178	Balanced Twisted-Pair Performance
179	Balanced Twisted-Pair Channel Performance Channel Model
180	Performance Parameters Insertion Loss Performance Limits Near-End Crosstalk (NEXT) Loss Limits Power Sum Equal Level Far-End Crosstalk (PSELFEXT) Loss Limits Return Loss Limits
181	Power Sum Attenuation-to-Crosstalk Ratio (PSACR) Concept of Bandwidth
182	Summary
183	Balanced Twisted-Pair Permanent Link Performance Permanent Link Model Balanced Twisted-Pair Patch Cords and Cross-Connect Jumpers
184	Balanced Twisted-Pair Applications Design Considerations 100-Ohm Balanced Twisted-Pair Performance Classification
188	Media Selection
190	Distances and Pair Requirements
193	Shared Sheath Applications and Compatibility
194	Media Conversion Impedance-Matching Devices (Baluns) Signal Converters
195	Media Filters Transceivers Conclusion
196	Power Over Ethernet (PoE) Power Source
197	Link Layer Discovery Protocol (LLDP)
198	Power Sourcing Equipment (PSE)
199	Single-Pair Ethernet (SPE) Overview
204	Optical Fiber Overview
205	Optical Fiber Transmitters Overview Light-Source Characteristics that Influence Optical Fiber Selection Center Wavelength
206	Spectral Width
207	Average Power
208	Modulation Frequency
209	Transmitter Light Sources Light-Emitting Diode (LED)
210	Short Wavelength Lasers Vertical Cavity Surface Emitting Laser (VCSEL)
211	Laser Diodes (LDs)
212	Comparison of Transmitters
213	Optical Fiber Receivers Overview Characteristic Parameters Sensitivity and Bit Error Rate (BER) Dynamic Range
214	Optical Fiber Medium Optical Fiber Core Size Selection Parameters Active Equipment
215	Transmission Media
216	Bandwidth Overview Transmitters and Rise Time
218	Optical Fibers Singlemode System Multimode System Chromatic and Modal Dispersion in Multimode Systems
219	Chromatic Dispersion Modal Dispersion Measurement and Specification of Multimode Systems Calculation
221	Classification of Optical Fiber
222	Multimode Optical Fiber
224	Wavelength Windows
225	Singlemode Optical Fiber
226	Optical Fiber Applications Support Information Overview Supportable Distances and Channel Attenuation
228	Verifying Optical Fiber Performance and Electronics Compatibility Overview Key Parameters
229	Verification Theory and Methodology
230	Bandwidth
231	Attenuation
233	A. Calculating the Link Loss Budget
235	B. Calculating the Passive Cable System Attenuation
236	C. Verifying Performance
238	Selecting an Optical Fiber Core Size to Application or Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) Specifications
239	Synchronous Optical Network (SONET) and Synchronous Digital Hierarchy (SDH) Concepts
240	System Example
241	Gigabit Ethernet (GigE) Transmission Over Optical Fiber Systems
242	Wavelength Division Multiplexing (WDM)
243	Appendix North American Digital Signal (DS) Digital Signal Level Zero (DS0) Digital Signal Level One (DS1)
244	Digital Signal Level One C (DS1C) Digital Signal Level Two (DS2) Digital Signal Level Three (DS3)
245	North American Higher Levels
246	European E B Channel E1 Level E2 Level E3 Level
247	European Higher Levels
248	Chapter 2 – Electromagnetic Compatibility
250	Table of Contents
252	Figures Tables
254	Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Introduction
255	Electromagnetic Radiation and Spectrum Overview
256	Need for Compatibility
258	Specific Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Guidelines Responsibility for Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
259	Electromagnetics Electromagnetic Fields Desirable and Undesirable Electromagnetic Fields Sources of Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) External and Internal Electromagnetic Interference (EMI)
261	Unwanted Signals Types of Unwanted Signals Common Mode (CM) Differential Mode (DM)
262	Evidence of Electromagnetic Interference (EMI)
263	Radio Frequency Interference (RFI)
264	Measuring Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
265	Evaluating the Electromagnetic Environment Terminology
266	Electromagnetic Interference (EMI)—A Problem Factors Affecting Electromagnetic Interference (EMI)
270	Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)—The Solution Basic Philosophy of Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Product Immunity Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) Mechanisms
271	Sources of Electromagnetic Interference (EMI)
273	Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) and Cabling Cables as Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) Producers Susceptibility of Cables to Electromagnetic Interference (EMI)
274	Electromagnetic Qualification Parameters Electrostatic Discharge (ESD)
275	Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Related to Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Cabling
276	Radiated Immunity
277	Electrical Fast Transient (EFT) Transient Voltages and Currents
278	Sources of Unwanted Signals Electrical Power Converters Logic Circuits Other Internal Unwanted Signal Electrical Power Line Cabling
279	Grounding (Earthing) Overview Ground Loops
281	Alternating Current (ac) Power Conduits, Cable Trays, and Raceways
282	Shields Cable Shielding and Shield Effectiveness
283	Considerations about Shield Grounding (Earthing)
284	Minimizing Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) Overview Design of Horizontal Pathways and Spaces
286	Considerations for Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) in Cabling Systems General Guidelines to Promote Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
287	Cable Separation and Circuits Segregation Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) Filters
288	Data Line Filtering—Isolation Transformers Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) by Filtering Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) and Bandwidth of Balanced Twisted-Pair Cabling
289	Balance of Twisted-Pair Cabling
291	Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Cabling within Joint-Use Tunnels Electrical Power Line Influence Coupling from Mutual Capacitance and Inductance Reducing Coupling
292	Susceptibility of Circuits and Systems
296	Chapter 3 – Data Networks
298	Table of Contents
300	Figures
302	Data Networks Introduction Types of Networks Personal Area Network (PAN) Local Area Network (LAN)
303	Campus Area Network (CAN) Metropolitan Area Network (MAN)
304	Wide Area Network (WAN)
305	Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) Reference Model Overview
306	Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) Layers
309	Network Hardware Overview Stations Station Network Interface Cards (NICs)
310	Servers Virtual Servers
311	Server Clustering Switches Routers
312	Routing Switches
313	Server, Storage, and Station Virtualization Server Virtualization
314	Storage Virtualization Station Virtualization
315	Network Software Overview Station Software Network Operating System (NOS) Software Virtual LANs (VLANs)
316	Network Supported Systems Overview Voice Communications
317	Unified Communications
318	Video Communications
319	Videoconferencing
320	Network Design Overview Functional Design
321	Physical Design
322	Computer Rooms Overview Fault Tolerance Telecommunications Infrastructure
326	Hardware
330	Cabling Topology
331	Centralized Topology
332	End-of-Row Topology
333	Top-of-Rack Topology
334	Campus and Multisite Network Design Campus Networks
335	Design Recommendations
336	Multisite Network Design
337	Directing Network Traffic
338	Centralized Wide Area Network (WAN) Design
339	Partial Mesh Wide Area Network (WAN) Design
341	Full Mesh Wide Area Network (WAN) Design
342	Chapter 4 – Telecommunications Spaces
344	Table of Contents
348	Figures Tables
350	Telecommunications Spaces Introduction
351	Telecommunications Spaces Considerations Accessibility Acoustic Noise Levels Administration
352	Cable Separation Ceilings
353	Clearances Codes, Standards, and Regulations Conduits, Trays, Slots, Sleeves, and Ducts
354	Entryways
355	Dust and Static Electricity Earthquake, Disaster, and Vibration Requirements
356	Electrical Power
357	Environmental Control
358	Fire Protection
359	Water Ingress Prevention Floor Loading
360	Bonding and Grounding (Earthing) Lighting
361	Location Safe and Clean Environment Security
362	Sensitive Equipment and Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) Size Guidelines
363	Smaller Buildings Special Size Considerations Termination Space Allocation
365	Unacceptable Materials Wall and Rack, Cabinet, or Enclosure Space for Terminations
367	Racks, Cabinets, or Enclosures
369	Walls and Wall Linings
371	Telecommunications Rooms (TRs) and Telecommunications Enclosures (TEs) Overview
372	Responsibility of the Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Designer
373	Telecommunications Room (TR) and Telecommunications Enclosure (TE) Applications Overview Horizontal Cross-Connects (HCs [Floor Distributors (FDs)]) Backbone Cross-Connects
374	Telecommunications Room (TR) Design Overview Telecommunications Room (TR) Guidelines Floor Space Served
375	Layout Considerations
376	Telecommunications Room (TR) Diagram
378	Shallow Room Diagram
379	General Requirements for All Telecommunications Enclosures (TEs) Overview Access Door
380	Electrical Power Fire Protection Bonding and Grounding (Earthing) Heating, Ventilation, and Air-Conditioning (HVAC) Interior Provisioning
381	Lighting Location Pathways Size and Spacing
382	Equipment Rooms (ERs) Overview
383	Multiple Functions Client Investment
384	Equipment Room (ER) Design Overview Active Equipment
385	Cross-Connect Facilities Initial Assessment
386	Locating the Equipment Room (ER) Overview Major Factors
387	Access to Cable Pathways Delivery Access
388	Entrance Facility (EF) Overview Required Service Entrances Entrance Media Types
389	Service Entrance Considerations Entrance Facility (EF) Requirements
391	Diverse Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Systems Supporting Existing Systems Proximity to Electrical Power Service and Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) Sources
392	Multi-Tenant Buildings
393	Unacceptable Locations
394	Space Allocation and Layout Overview Providing Adequate Equipment Space
396	Determining Size Based on Area Served
397	Arranging Equipment Working Clearances
398	Access Provider (AP) Space Requirements Work Area Space
399	Equipment Installation Methods
400	Cable Installation and Pathways Overview Cable Pathways Within the Equipment Room (ER)
402	Cable Pathways Entering the Equipment Room (ER)
403	Electrical Power Electrical Power Requirements Coordinating with Other Electrical Facilities
404	Maintaining Electrical Power Quality Using Dedicated Branch Circuits Using Dedicated Electrical Power Feeders
405	Power Conditioning Backup Power
406	Heating, Ventilation, and Air-Conditioning (HVAC) Environmental Control Overview Heating, Ventilation, and Air-Conditioning (HVAC) Operation
407	Environmental Control Requirements
408	Miscellaneous Considerations Maintaining Valid Warranties Design Approval, Buildout, and Final Inspection Reviewing the Design with the Client Planning the Installation
409	Installation Access Installing the Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Equipment Inspecting the Equipment Room (ER)
410	Chapter 5 – Backbone Distribution Systems
412	Table of Contents
415	Figures
416	Tables
418	Backbone Distribution Systems Introduction Components of a Backbone Distribution System
421	Cabling Topologies Overview
422	Star Topology
424	Hierarchical Star Topologies
425	Two-Level Hierarchical Star Topology
426	Ring Topology
427	Physical Ring Topology
429	Physical Wired Star/Logical Ring Topology
430	Clustered Star Topology
431	Bus Topology
432	Tree and Branch Topology
433	Mesh Topology
436	Ethernet in the First Mile (EFM) Overview
437	Ethernet in the First Mile (EFM) Physical Layer Specifications Passive Optical Networks (PONs) Campus-Based Outside Plant (OSP) Point-to-Multipoint Topology
440	Point-to-Point (PTP) Topology
441	Optical Fiber Specifications
443	Balanced Twisted-Pair Cabling
444	Balanced Twisted-Pair Cabling Specifications
445	Hierarchical Star Campus Backbone Designs Overview First Level Hierarchical Star Campus Backbone Designs
447	Multiple Hierarchical Level Campus Backbone Designs
448	Backbone Cross-Connect
449	Support of Other Topologies
452	Telecommunications Rooms (TRs) and Telecommunications Enclosures (TEs) Overview Additional Backbone Connections Between Telecommunications Rooms (TRs) Campus Backbone
453	Building Backbones Overview
456	Connecting Horizontal Cross-Connects (HCs [Floor Distributors (FDs)])
457	Combined Optical Fiber and Balanced Twisted-Pair Backbone
458	Equipment Rooms (ERs) and Access Provider (AP) Cabling System Interface Cabling
459	Choosing Media Overview Multimode Optical Fiber Cable Singlemode Optical Fiber Cable
460	100-Ohm Balanced Twisted-Pair Copper Cable Performance Categories for Multipair Backbone Balanced Twisted-Pair Cable
461	Advantages of Optical Fiber Backbones for Campus Applications Choosing Optical Fiber Type
462	Backbone Building Pathways (Internal) Vertically Aligned Telecommunications Rooms (TRs) Conduits, Trays, Slots, Sleeves, and Ducts Conduit Sizing
465	Sleeves or Slots Sleeve Quantity and Configuration
467	Slot Quantity and Configuration
468	Open Cable Shafts Elevator Shafts Enclosed Metallic Raceways or Conduits Cable Trays
469	Miscellaneous Support Facilities Necessary Consultations
470	Supporting Strand Other Methods for Securing Vertical Backbone Cable
471	Bonding and Grounding (Earthing) Backbone Planning Optical Fiber Strand Count
472	Criteria for Determining an Optical Fiber Strand Count Sizing Optical Fiber Backbones
473	Indoor Hardware Overview Mounting Considerations Rack-Mounted Hardware Wall-Mounted Hardware Design Considerations Fiber Splicing Hardware
474	Terminating Hardware Patch Panels
476	Chapter 6 – Horizontal Distribution Systems
478	Table of Contents
485	Figures
486	Tables
488	Horizontal Distribution Systems Introduction Horizontal Cabling Systems
490	Horizontal Pathways General Design Considerations
492	Horizontal Cabling Systems Overview Topology
493	Configuration
494	Transmission Channel
495	Connection Points
497	Permanent Link
498	Horizontal Cross-Connect (HC [Floor Distributor (FD)]) Cross-Connection
499	Interconnection
500	Universal Connection Rules
503	Application-Specific Components
504	Transition Points Bridged Taps Splices
505	Horizontal Cabling Media Allowed Media Types Distances
508	Cable Slack
509	Work Areas and Open Office Cabling Overview
510	Telecommunications Outlet/Connector Balanced Twisted-Pair Telecommunications Outlet/Connector
511	Optical Fiber Telecommunications Outlet/Connector
512	Telecommunications Outlet (TO) Box Location Considerations
514	Work Area Equipment Cords
515	Multiuser Telecommunications Outlet Assembly (MUTOA)
516	Multiuser Telecommunications Outlet Assembly (MUTOA) Design Considerations
519	Locating Multiuser Telecommunications Outlet Assemblies (MUTOAs) Consolidation Point (CP)
520	Consolidation Point (CP) Design Considerations
523	Advantages and Disadvantages of the Consolidation Point (CP) Locating Consolidation Points (CPs)
528	Wireless LAN (WLAN) Access Point (AP)
529	Simultaneous Data and Power Transmission within Horizontal Cabling Overview
530	Cabling Requirements Recommendations
534	Small Diameter Cables Cabling Bundles
535	Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ), Codes, and Standards Direct Current (dc) Resistance Power over Ethernet (PoE) Connectors
536	Power Source Equipment (PSE) Endspan Power Source Equipment (PSE) Midspan Devices
537	Centralized Optical Fiber Cabling Overview
539	Centralized Optical Fiber Cabling Design Centralized Optical Fiber Cabling Distances
540	Pull-Through Method Interconnection and Splice Methods
541	Fiber-To-The-Office (FTTO) Overview
542	Conventional Structured Cabling System
543	Fiber-To-The-Office (FTTO) Structure Fiber-To-The-Office (FTTO) Components
544	Optical Fiber Requirements Fiber Termination Methods Pre-terminated Assemblies
545	Field Termination with Splice-On Connector Field Termination with Pre-polished Connector
546	Horizontal Pathways for Fiber to the Office (FTTO) Systems Overview Work Area Outlet Requirements Design Considerations for Fiber to the Office (FTTO) Deployment Backbone Optical Fiber Cabling Horizontal Optical Fiber Cabling Telecommunications Space Core and Distribution Switches
547	Fiber-to-the-Office (FTTO) Installation Methods Power and Cooling Requirements Redundancy Design Variant 1: Classical FTTO with cascading via balanced twisted-pair cabling Variant 2: Classical FTTO with cascading via optical fiber cable
548	Variant 3: Dual homing—Double optical fiber connections Variant 4: Dual homing—Single optical fiber connection
549	Passive Optical Networks (PONs) Overview
551	Wave Division Multiplexing (WDM) Fundamentals Fiber Requirements
552	Enterprise Passive Optical Network (PON) Hardware Active Components Optical Line Terminal (OLT) Optical Network Terminal (ONT)
553	Enterprise Passive Optical Network (PON) Hardware Passive Components Singlemode Optical Fiber and Connector Requirements
554	Passive Optical Splitters Work Area Outlet Requirements
555	Design Considerations for Telecommunications Space-Based Optical Network Terminal (ONT) Deployments Backbone Fiber Requirements and Terminations Horizontal Copper Requirements Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) and Analog Voice Delivery Radio Frequency (RF) Video Distribution
556	Desktop-Based Passive Optical Network (PON) Solution Architectures Telecommunications Spaces Heating, Ventilation, and Air-Conditioning (HVAC) Considerations Horizontal Pathway Special Design Considerations Horizontal Fiber Distribution Splitter Configurations Zone Cabling-Based Splitters Planning for Future Dual Input Passive Optical Networks (PONs) and Geographically Diverse Cable Routing
557	Power and Cooling Systems Typical Optical Line Terminal (OLT) Thermal Output and Cooling Requirements Desktop Optical Network Terminal (ONT) Remote and Backup Powering Options Optical Network Terminal (ONT) Battery Backup
558	Implementation Considerations Administrative Record Keeping Testing and Certification of a Passive Optical Network (PON) Infrastructure
560	Horizontal Pathways Overview Design Considerations
561	Sizing Considerations Usable Floor Space Maximum Occupant Density Building Automation Systems (BAS) Density Other Systems Density
562	Cabling Density Cable Diameter Pathway Capacity Other Pathway System Considerations Telecommunications Outlets/Connectors
563	Faceplates Mounting Telecommunications Outlets/Connectors Avoiding Electromagnetic Interference (EMI)
564	Bonding and Grounding (Earthing) Administration Firestopping Wet Locations Hazardous Locations
565	Types of Horizontal Pathways Overview Conduit Distribution Systems
566	Suitability and Acceptability of Conduits
567	Conduit Body
568	Conduit Capacity and Fill Ratios Conduit Capacity
569	Derating Cable Count Because of Conduit Bends
571	Electrical Metallic Tubing (EMT) Conduit Fill Tables
575	Bend Radii Conduit Terminations
576	Completing Conduit Installation
577	Pull Points and Pull Boxes for Conduits
578	Choosing a Pull Box Size
579	Slip Sleeves and Wireways/Gutters
580	Underfloor Conduit Systems Access Floor Distribution Systems Types
581	Components Stringered Systems
582	Freestanding and Cornerlock Systems Considerations for Access Floor Distribution Minimum Finished Floor Height
583	Building Structure Building Layout
584	Floor Penetrations Bonding and Grounding (Earthing) Floor Panel Materials
585	Floor Panel Coverings Load-Bearing Capacity
586	Specifying Access Floor Pathways Electrical Power Circuits Effects of Underfloor Air Distribution on Cabling
587	Advantages and Disadvantages
588	Ceiling Distribution Systems Overview Acceptable Methods of Distribution General Design Guidelines
589	Determining Adequate Ceiling Space Selection of Ceiling Panels Restrictions on Ceiling Cabling Ceiling Zones Method
592	Pathway and Cable Support
593	Termination Space
594	Connecting Hardware in Ceiling Space Overhead Ceiling Enclosed Raceway Method
595	Overhead Ceiling Raceways and Fittings Utility Columns
598	Advantages and Disadvantages
599	Cable Tray Systems Types of Cable Trays
600	Cable Tray Fittings and Accessories Cable Tray Dimensions
602	Cable Tray Capacity Supporting Cable Trays Bonding and Grounding Cable Trays
603	Conduit and Raceway Distribution Design Ceiling Home-Run Method Using Conduit Zone Conduit Size
604	Other Horizontal Pathways Overview Messenger or Support Strand
605	Perimeter Pathways Perimeter Raceways
607	Molding Raceways
608	Open Office Modular Furniture and Partition Pathways
610	Poke-Thru
612	Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Requirements Overview
613	Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Existing Facilities Rule Readily Achievable Removal of Barriers Alterations New Construction
614	Public Telephones and Text Telephones Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Height Requirements
617	Text Telephones Volume Control Signs
618	Appendix: Accessibility and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): A Civil Rights Law Additional Information
620	Chapter 7 – ICT Cables and Connecting Hardware
622	Table of Contents
628	Figures
630	Tables
632	ICT Cables and Connecting Hardware Introduction Requirements
633	Environmental
634	Balanced Twisted-Pair Cables Classification of Cables by Their Transmission Performance
635	Classification of Cables by Physical Makeup
639	Four-Pair Cables and Multipair Cables Design
641	Characteristics
645	Effectiveness of Screens Typical Applications Four-Pair Cordage
646	Cordage Elements Characteristics Selection of Solid versus Stranded Conductor Patch Cords Typical Applications
647	Optical Fiber Cables Overview
649	Differences Between the Two Types of Singlemode Optical Fiber Cabling
650	Design
652	Characteristics
653	Loose-Tube Optical Fiber Cables
655	Advantages and Disadvantages Typical Applications Tight-Buffered Optical Fiber Cables
656	Design
657	Advantages and Disadvantages Typical Applications Ribbon Optical Fiber Cable
658	Optical Fiber Patch Cords Design Characteristics Typical Applications
659	Coaxial Cables Overview Design Characteristics
661	Selection of Coaxial Cables Typical Applications
662	Classification of Cables by Fire Safety Properties
663	Type CMP Type CMR Type CMG
664	Type CM Type CMX Type CMUC Undercarpet Wires and Cables Type -LP Types OFNP and OFCP Types OFNR and OFCR
665	Types OFNG and OFCG Types OFN and OFC
669	Balanced Twisted-Pair Connectors Insulation Displacement Contact (IDC) Connectors—Overview 110-Style Insulation Displacement Contact (IDC) Connector Design
670	Characteristics
671	Advantages and Disadvantages
672	Typical Applications
673	110-Style Wiring Blocks Design
674	Advantages and Disadvantages Typical Applications
675	66-Style Insulation Displacement Contact (IDC) Connector Design
676	Characteristics
677	Advantages and Disadvantages Typical Applications
678	66-Style Connecting Blocks
679	Design
680	Characteristics Advantages and Disadvantages Typical Applications
681	LSA-Style Insulation Displacement Contact (IDC) Connector Design
682	Characteristics
683	Advantages and Disadvantages Typical Applications
684	LSA-Style Connecting Blocks Design
685	Characteristics Advantages and Disadvantages
686	Typical Applications Proprietary Insulation Displacement Contact (IDC) Products Modular Connectors
687	Modular Plug Design
690	Characteristics Advantages and Disadvantages
691	Typical Applications Modular Jack Design
693	Universal Service Order Code (USOC)
694	Characteristics
695	Advantages and Disadvantages
696	Typical Applications 50-Position Miniature Ribbon Connector
697	Design
698	Characteristics
699	Advantages and Disadvantages Typical Applications
700	Balanced Twisted-Pair Connecting Hardware Overview Balanced Twisted-Pair Outlets/Connectors
701	Design
702	Advantages and Disadvantages Typical Applications Balanced Twisted-Pair Patch Panels
703	Design
705	Characteristics Advantages and Disadvantages Typical Applications
706	Balanced Twisted-Pair Cable Assemblies Design
707	Characteristics Advantages and Disadvantages Typical Applications
708	Balanced Twisted-Pair Splices Design
710	Characteristics Advantages and Disadvantages Typical Applications
711	Optical Fiber Connectors Overview
714	LC-Style Optical Fiber Plugs and Adapters Design Characteristics
715	Advantages Typical Applications SC-Style Optical Fiber Plugs and Adapters Design
716	Characteristics Advantages and Disadvantages
717	Typical Applications ST-Style Optical Fiber Plugs and Adapters Design Characteristics Typical Applications
718	Other Styles of Optical Fiber Plugs and Adapters
720	Fiber Connector Polarity
721	Splices (Optical Fiber Connectors) Design
722	Characteristics
723	Optical Fiber Pigtail Splicing
724	Advantages and Disadvantages
725	Optical Fiber Connecting Hardware Telecommunications Outlets/Connectors Design Characteristics Advantages and Disadvantages Typical Applications
726	Patch Panels and Enclosures Design
728	Characteristics Advantages and Disadvantages Typical Applications Equipment Cords and Patch Cords Design
729	Characteristics Advantages and Disadvantages
730	Typical Applications Splices (Optical Fiber Connecting Hardware) Design Characteristics Advantages and Disadvantages
731	Typical Applications
732	Coaxial Connectors Overview
733	BNC-Style Coaxial Connectors Design
735	Characteristics
736	Advantages and Disadvantages Typical Applications F-Style Coaxial Connector
737	Design Characteristics Advantages and Disadvantages
738	Typical Applications N-Style Coaxial Connector Design
739	Characteristics Advantages and Disadvantages Typical Applications
740	Coaxial Connecting Hardware Overview Coaxial Outlets
741	Design Characteristics Advantages and Disadvantages Typical Applications
742	Coaxial Patch Panels Design
743	Characteristics Advantages and Disadvantages Typical Applications
744	Coaxial Cable Assemblies (Equipment Cords and Patch Cords) Design Characteristics Advantages and Disadvantages Typical Applications
746	Chapter 8 – Firestop Systems
748	Table of Contents
752	Figures
754	Tables
756	Firestop Systems Introduction Purpose Terms
757	Role of Firestop in Fire Protection Secondary Functions of Firestop Systems
758	Firestop and Disaster Avoidance Overview
759	Compartmentation and Firestop
761	Fire-Resistance Rated Construction Overview Barrier Design
763	Firestop Considerations Overview Appropriate Systems
764	Selecting Firestop Materials/Systems Qualified Components
765	Qualified Electrical Apparatus Time/Temperature Curves for Ratings Up to Three Hours
766	Testing and Guidelines for Firestops Testing Fire Resistance of Through-Penetration Firestops Test Standards in the United States Test Standards in Canada
767	Test Standards in Europe
768	Ratings Derived from Firestop Testing
769	Basic Execution of a Fire Test Hose Stream Test Movement Test for M Ratings
770	Air Leakage Tests for L Ratings
771	W Ratings T Ratings
772	Systems and Tests
773	Guidelines for Membrane Penetration Firestops Evaluation of Firestop Systems Qualification Testing for Field Conditions
774	Qualification Testing for Openings Other Qualification Information
775	Types of Firestop Systems Overview Mechanical Firestop Systems Cable Transit Systems
778	Fire-Rated Pathway Devices
779	Factory-Fabricated Sleeve Systems
780	Prefabricated Intumescent Collars (Plastic Pipe Devices)
781	Cast-in-Place Firestop Devices
782	Poke-Thru Methods Design Considerations
783	Test Methods Non-mechanical Firestop Systems Non-hardening Putties
785	Caulks or Sealants
786	Cementitious Materials Intumescent Sheets
787	Intumescent Wrap Strips Silicone Foams Pillows, Blocks, and Bags
788	Plenum Shield Blankets Packing or Forming Materials
790	Firestop for Brick, Concrete Block, and Concrete Walls Pipes, Cables, Conduits, Sleeve Systems, Cable Trays, and Innerducts Pipes, Cables, Conduits, Sleeve Systems, and Innerducts in Cored or Sleeved Openings
792	Cable Trays
793	Firestop for Framed Wall Assemblies Pipes, Conduits, Sleeve Systems, Cables, Cable Trays, and Innerducts
794	Telecommunications Cable
795	Optical Fiber Raceway or Innerduct Sleeve System Methods Firestop Existing Cables Installed in a Framed Wall
797	Electrical Apparatus, Access Panels, and Miscellaneous Recessed Boxes Cable Trays
798	Firestop for Lath and Plaster Walls Using Framed Wall Guidelines Firestop for Combination Walls Through Penetrations Load-Bearing Stud Walls Partial (Membrane) Penetrations
799	Firestop for Floor Assemblies Making Penetrations Pipes, Cables, Conduits, Sleeve Systems, Ducts, Innerducts, and Cable Trays Sealing at Curtain Walls Sealing at Wall Heads
800	Firestop for Floor/Ceiling Assemblies Overview Effects of Fire on Ceilings Pipes, Conduits, Sleeve Systems, Innerducts, Cable Trays, and Cable Penetrations (in Ceilings)
801	Electrical Apparatus, Boxes, and Access Panels (in Ceilings) Pipes, Conduits, Sleeve Systems, Innerducts, Cable Trays, and Cable Penetrations (in Floors/Ceilings)
802	Underfloor Pipes, Conduits, Sleeve Systems, and Innerducts (in Floors)
803	Structural Steel Floor Units with Concrete Floor Fill without Suspended Ceiling Membranes Restrictions Firestop for Roof/Ceiling Assemblies Overview Firestop Methods
804	Fire-Rated Vertical Shafts Firestop Shaft Penetrations General Firestop Considerations Matching Existing Conditions Selection Criteria
805	Contractor/Installer Documentation
806	Contractor/Installer Documentation
807	Appendix A: Approved Firestop Methods Overview
808	Concrete Floor or Wall
809	Typical Framed Wall Penetration
810	Typical Concrete Wall Penetration
811	Concrete Wall or Floor (Metallic Pipes)
812	Concrete Wall or Floor (No Penetrating Item)
813	Concrete Wall or Floor (Electrical Power, Telecommunications, and Building Signaling Cables)
814	Concrete Floor (Electrical Power and Telecommunications Cables)
815	Framed Wall (Steel or Aluminum Cable Trays)
816	Concrete Wall (Cable)
817	Concrete Floor or Wall (Bus Duct)
818	Concrete Floor or Wall (Steel Pipe or Conduit)
819	Framed Wall (Cables)
820	Framed Wall (PVC Pipe or Conduit [Closed or Vented])
821	Floor or Wall (PVC, CPVC, or PB Pipe or Conduit [Closed or Vented] or RNC)
823	Wood Joist Floor (Steel Conduit or Copper Pipe)
824	Concrete Floor or Wall (Electrical Power, Building Signaling, Control, and Telecommunications Cables)
825	Concrete Floor or Wall (Steel or Aluminum Cable Tray)
826	Framed Wall (Steel or Aluminum Cable Tray)
827	Floor or Wall (Pipes or Conduit and Cable Tray)
828	Concrete Floor or Wall (Telecommunications Cable)
829	Framed Wall (Telecommunications Cable)
832	Concrete Floor or Wall (Telecommunications Cable)
834	Framed Wall Stud Cavity (Electrical Outlet Box)
835	Concrete Floor or Wall (No Penetrating Item)
836	Concrete Floor or Wall (PVC Innerduct or ENT with Optical Fiber Cables)
838	Framed Wall (Non-metallic Conduit)
839	Framed Wall (Electrical Power, Building Signaling, Control, or Telecommunications Cable Steel Sleeve System)
843	Plenum-Rated Wrap System for Combustible Pipe or Conduit
844	Intumescent Blocks
845	Framed Wall (Electrical Power, Building Signaling, Control, or Telecommunications Cable Steel Sleeve System)
846	Concrete Floor or Wall (Electrical Power, Building Signaling, Control, or Telecommunications Cable Steel Sleeve System)
847	Framed Wall (Power, Building Signaling, Control, or Telecommunications Split Cable Pathway System)
848	Framed Wall (Power, Building Signaling, Control, or Telecommunications Cable Sleeve Device System)
849	Concrete Floor (Power, Building Signaling, Control, or Telecommunications Cable Sleeve System)
850	Framed Wall (Telecommunications Cable Steel Membrane Penetration System)
851	Framed Wall (Telecommunications Cable Firestop Grommet Membrane Penetration System)
852	Framed Wall (Telecommunications Cable Firestop Grommet Penetration System)
853	Concrete Floor (Power, Building Signaling, Control, or Telecommunications Cable Pathway System)
854	Appendix B: Testing and Guidelines for Firestops Overview
855	United States (U.S.) Standards
857	Canadian Standards
858	International Standards
860	Chapter 9 – Bonding and Grounding (Earthing)
862	Table of Contents
864	Figures Tables
866	Bonding and Grounding (Earthing) Introduction
868	Safety Planning
869	Equipment Manufacturer’s Warranty Assignment of Responsibilities Components
870	Alternating Current (ac) Grounding (Earthing) Electrode System Overview Purpose Alternating Current (ac) Grounding (Earthing) Electrode System Components
871	Important Items for Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Designers to Consider
872	Recommended Testing Procedures and Criteria True Root Mean Square (rms) Alternating Current (ac) Measurements and Direct Current (dc) Measurements Two-Point Bonding Measurements
873	Equipment Grounding (Earthing) System Overview Equipment Grounding (Earthing) System Components
874	Impedance of the Equipment Grounding (Earthing) System
875	Measuring the Equipment Grounding (Earthing) Conductor Impedance Isolated Ground (IG) Supplementary Bonding Grid (SBG)
877	Telecommunications Bonding Infrastructure Overview Criteria Bonding System Practices
878	Small Systems
880	Large Systems
882	Entrance Facility (EF) Primary Bonding Busbar (PBB) Placement of the Primary Bonding Busbar (PBB) Bonding to the Alternating Current (ac) Grounding (Earthing) Electrode System
883	Additional Bonding Connections to the Primary Bonding Busbar (PBB) Bend Radius and Included Angle of Attached Bonding Conductors
884	Equipment Room (ER) Equipment Room (ER) Secondary Bonding Busbar (SBB)
885	Bend Radius and Included Angle of Attached Bonding Conductors Referencing the Equipment Room (ER) Secondary Bonding Busbar (SBB)
886	Telecommunications Room (TR) Telecommunications Room (TR) Secondary Bonding Busbar (SBB) Referencing the Telecommunications Room (TR) Secondary Bonding Busbar (SBB) Telecommunications Bonding Backbone (TBB)
887	Backbone Bonding Conductor (BBC) Sizing of Bonding Conductors
889	Limitations of Bonding Conductor Calculation
890	Bonding Connections
891	Inspection of Telecommunications Bonding Connections Testing the Integrity of Telecommunications Bonding Connections
892	Equipment Rack Bonding and Grounding (Earthing)
893	Cable Tray Bonding
894	Lightning Exposure Overview
895	National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Standard 780
896	Extended Zone of Protection
898	Chapter 10 – Power Distribution
900	Table of Contents
905	Figures
906	Tables
908	Power Distribution Introduction
909	Alternating Current (ac) Power Overview
910	Frequency Voltage Power Phase Difference
911	Phase Configuration
913	Distribution
914	Load Characteristics
915	Ohm’s Law
916	Inductive Reactance (XL) Capacitive Reactance (XC) Power
918	Apparent Power Real Power Power Factor (PF)
919	Watt-Hours Heat Efficiency
920	Horsepower Voltage Drop
921	Short Circuit Current
922	Common Electrical Formulas
923	American Wire Gauge (AWG) Overview Basis of the American Wire Gauge (AWG) Numbering System Solid Conductor Diameters Differences Between Solid and Stranded Conductor Diameters
924	Circular Mils
925	Square Mils Busbars Ampacity
926	Alternating Current (ac) Voltage Quality Problems Overview Voltage and Current Fluctuations
927	Frequency Variations Harmonics Noise Adequate Grounding (Earthing) Isolated Ground (IG)
928	Electrostatic Discharge Dedicated Feeders Balance Loads Label Circuit Breakers Feeder and Branch Circuit Conductors
929	Oversized Neutral Conductor Oversized Transformers
930	Plugs and Receptacles Routing Conductors
931	Terminating Power Design Considerations in Information Technology Equipment (ITE) Spaces
932	Power Disconnects
933	Power Distribution for Information Technology Equipment (ITE) Spaces Overview Panelboards
934	Information Technology Equipment (ITE) Power Distribution Units (PDUs)
935	Remote Power Panels (RPPs) Calculating Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Equipment Loads
936	Electrical Safety Overview Arc Flash
937	Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) Procedures
939	Power System Redundancy Overview Expression of Redundancy Tiers and Classes Tier System
940	Class System
945	Power Conditioning/Power Protection Overview
946	Devices That Filter/Regulate Utility Lines Isolation Transformer Shielded Isolation Transformer Harmonic Mitigating Transformer Surge Protective Device (SPD)
947	Voltage Regulator
948	Power Line Conditioner Harmonic Filter Generator Equipment Motor Generator Engine Generator
949	Engine Generator System
950	Static Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) Units Off-Line or Standby Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) Units Line-Interactive Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) Units
951	Online Double-Conversion Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) Units Maintenance Bypass
952	Design Considerations for Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) Systems
957	Alternatives to Static Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) Units Rotary Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) Units
958	Flywheel Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) Units
959	Modular Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) Units
960	Static Transfer Switches (STSs)
961	Standalone Integral Isolation Transformers and Power Distribution Unit (PDU) Point of Use Choice of Protection
962	Direct Current (dc) Power Overview
963	Rectifier/Charger
964	Switchboard Battery Inverter
965	Low-Voltage Disconnect (LVD) Load Sharing Redundancy Direct Current (dc) Power Calculations
966	Load Calculations
968	Recharge Time
969	Charger Input
970	Charger Heat Loss
971	Conductor Size Proportioning Voltage Drop
972	Switchboard Design
973	Design Factors for the Installation of Direct Current (dc) Systems Planning Power Flow Clearances Cable Separation
974	Cable Routing Terminating Grounding (Earthing)
975	Batteries Overview Cells Types of Battery Cells Alkaline Cells Lead-Acid Cells
976	Lithium-Ion Cells
977	Venting
978	Choice of Cell Type
979	Number of Cells Battery Sizing
980	Battery Cell Sizing in Watts
981	Battery Cell Sizing in Amperes
982	Parallel Cells Temperature Recharge Voltage Alarms
983	Battery Racks and Cabinets Seismic Zones Clearances Battery Room Considerations
984	Battery Protection Battery Maintenance and Monitoring
985	Power System Alarms Overview Types of Alarms Direct Current (dc) Plant Major Alarms
986	Direct Current (dc) Plant Minor Alarms Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) Alarms
987	Other Power Supplies Remote Alarms
988	Power System Monitoring and Control Overview Methods Standards Monitor Features
989	Controller Features Battery Monitoring and Control
990	Conductor Identification United States Conductor Identification
991	United Kingdom and Ireland Conductor Identification Identification According to BS 7671
993	Identify by Numbering or Lettering Alterations, Additions, and Refurbishments Interface Marking
994	Conductor Identification—Other Locations Class 4 Fault-Managed Power Circuits
996	Chapter 11 – Telecommunications Administration
998	Table of Contents
1000	Figures Tables
1002	Telecommunications Administration Introduction Telecommunications Administration Systems
1003	Benefits of Telecommunications Administration Systems Classes of Telecommunications Administration Systems
1004	General
1005	Determination of Class Description of the Four Classes
1006	Classes and Associated Identifiers
1008	Identification Schemes Administration System Elements
1013	Identification Methods Overview Telecommunications Spaces Identification
1014	Example
1015	Telecommunications Pathways Identification
1016	Example for Cable Trays Not Between Spaces
1017	Telecommunications Cable Identification Cable Function Color Code Cable Identification Method
1024	Connecting Hardware Identification Color Coding
1025	Identification Systems Overview Methods Labels
1028	Tags Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)
1029	Bonding and Grounding (Earthing) System Identification
1031	Primary Bonding Busbar (PBB) Secondary Bonding Busbar (SBB) Telecommunications Bonding Backbone (TBB) and Backbone Bonding Conductor (BBC) Telecommunications Bonding Conductor (TBC) Other Bonding Conductors
1032	Labeling Telecommunications Equipment Bonding Conductor (TEBC)
1033	Telecommunications Equipment Identification
1034	Labeling and Recordkeeping Components
1035	Telecommunications Spaces
1036	Telecommunications Pathways
1037	Telecommunications Cables Connecting Hardware Grounding (Earthing) Telecommunications Equipment
1038	Recordkeeping Paper Records
1039	Recordkeeping System Components
1040	User Records Circuit Records Related Equipment Records
1041	Building Records Campus Records
1042	Required Records Automated Infrastructure Management (AIM)
1044	Administration of Large Telecommunications Spaces Overview Grid Coordinates
1045	Cabinet and Rack Location Identifiers Alternative Guidelines to a Grid System
1048	Chapter 12 – Field Testing of Structured Cabling
1050	Table of Contents
1052	Figures Table
1054	Field Testing of Structured Cabling Introduction
1055	Balanced Twisted-Pair Cabling Tests Wire Map Direct Current Loop Resistance
1056	Characteristic Impedance Length
1057	Propagation Delay/Delay Skew Insertion Loss
1058	Return Loss Insertion Loss Deviation Near-End Crosstalk (NEXT) Loss
1060	Attenuation-to-Crosstalk Ratio–Far-End (ACR-F)
1061	Power Sum Crosstalk Attenuation-to-Crosstalk Ratio–Near-End (ACR-N)
1062	Noise Tests Alien Crosstalk (AXT) Tests
1063	Time Domain Reflectometer (TDR)
1064	Balanced Twisted-Pair Cabling Acceptance Tests Overview
1068	Modular Plug Terminated Link (MPTL) Test Parameters
1069	Test Limits Instruments Multipair Cabling Composite/Hybrid Cable
1070	Backbone Cabling Open Office Cabling Shielded Cabling
1071	Coaxial Cabling Testing Coaxial Cabling Testing Air Dielectric Cabling Tests 50-Ohm Cable Tester Spectrum Analyzer
1072	Optical Fiber Cabling Tests General Attenuation Length Polarity
1073	Optical Time Domain Reflectometer (OTDR) Trace
1075	Optical Fiber Cabling Acceptance Tests Overview
1077	Optical Fiber Cabling Field Testing Overview
1078	End-to-End Attenuation Testing End-to-End Link Attenuation Test Procedure
1079	Uses for Optical Time Domain Reflectometer (OTDR) Testing Optical Time Domain Reflectometer (OTDR) Testing
1080	Optical Time Domain Reflectometer (OTDR) Considerations
1082	Chapter 13 – Outside Plant
1084	Table of Contents
1087	Figures Tables
1088	Outside Plant (OSP) Introduction
1089	Outside Plant (OSP) Design Process
1090	Underground Pathways
1092	Buried Pathways
1094	Aerial Pathways Safety Practices
1095	Telecommunications Service Entrances
1096	Underground Entrances Sizing Underground Entrance Conduits Placing Innerducts
1097	Additional Conduits Sharing Conduit
1098	Choosing Pull Points
1099	Buried Entrances Identifying Subsurface Facilities Clearing Foundation Landscaping Requirements for Direct-Buried Methods
1100	Shoring Requirements Avoiding a Sunken Trench
1101	Aerial Entrances Limitations Problems Maximum Span Separations and Clearances Aerial Cable Building Attachments
1102	Vertical Wall Attachments
1103	Small-Diameter Cable Drop Vertical Conduit Masts
1105	Entrance Through a Wall
1106	Other Telecommunications Service Entrance Considerations Multi-building Developments Planning for Campus Arrangements One-Tenant Campus
1107	Right-of-Way Easements and Permits Wildlife Presence Survey and Relocation Permits
1108	Locating Other Utility Facilities
1109	Service Diversity Dual Entrances
1110	Entrance Cable Guidelines
1111	Terminating Space for Telecommunications Entrance Facilities Requirements for Inside Space
1112	Terminating Conduit Inside a Building Designing Termination Points Fastening Entrance Conduits Sealing Conduits Bonding and Grounding (Earthing) Requirements
1113	Network Interface (NI) Locations Overview Centralization—Advantages versus Disadvantages
1114	Hardware
1115	Outside Building Terminals (Pedestals and Cabinets) Pedestal Hardware Mounted on Outside Walls Overview Ground-Supported Terminals Pedestal Terminals
1116	Surface-Mounted Cabinets
1117	Direct-Buried Pathways Requirements for Direct-Buried Methods Locating and Identifying Subsurface Facilities Locating and Identifying Criteria
1118	Locating Methods Electronic Water Vacuum Air Vacuum Warning Tape Requirements
1119	Trenches Overview Trench Depth Shoring Requirements Joint Trench Required Separations
1120	Coordinating Joint Trenching Backhoe Advantages and Disadvantages
1121	Alternatives to Trenching Compact Trencher Vibratory Plow
1122	Directional Drilling
1123	Underground Pathways Overview Safety Precautions During Survey Activities
1124	Design Considerations Separating Transmission Media
1125	Conduit Guidelines Conduit Types
1128	Bends Minimum Depth Encasement Reaming Conduit Preventing Conduit Shearing
1129	Using Corrosion-Resistant Conduit
1130	Positioning Underground Conduit Risers on Poles Choosing a Pull Cord Placing Innerducts
1131	Terminating Conduit at a Designated Property Line Determining Cover Depth Preparing for Tie-In Connections
1132	Maintenance Hole Guidelines Planning and Design Factors Basic Maintenance Hole (MH) Configurations
1134	Maintenance Hole (MH) Hardware
1135	Maintenance Hole (MH) Covers Multiple Covers Identifying Covers
1136	Avoiding Joint-Use Maintenance Holes (MHs)
1138	Main Conduit Entry Points Concrete Strength and Reinforcement
1139	Aerial Plant Pathways Planning and Designing Guidelines
1140	Poles Pole Loading Aerial Duct Separations and Clearances
1142	Chapter 14 – Audiovisual Systems
1144	Table of Contents
1149	Figures
1150	Tables
1152	Audiovisual (AV) Systems Introduction Essence of Audiovisual (AV) Design and Integration
1153	Fundamentals Properties of Sound Sound Wavelength
1154	Amplitude
1155	Phase
1156	Frequency Harmonics
1158	Properties of Light
1159	Wavelength, Frequency, and Amplitude of Light Color Temperature
1161	Types of Signals Overview Analog Audio Signals
1162	Balanced and Unbalanced Circuits
1163	Digital Audio Signals Sampling Rate of a Digital Audio Signal
1164	Bit Depth of a Digital Audio Signal Resolution
1165	Digital Audio Signal Protocols
1166	Video Signals Radio Frequency (RF) Signal Digital Video Signals High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI)
1167	DisplayPort
1168	Serial Digital Interface (SDI) HDBaseT™
1169	Digital Television (DTV) Standards Standard-Definition Television (SDTV) and High-Definition Television (HDTV)
1171	Control Signals RS-232 Serial Communications
1172	RS-422 Serial Communications RS-485 Serial Communications Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Infrared (IR) Serial Control
1173	Variable Voltage Contact Closure IEEE® 1394 Standard Universal Serial Bus (USB)
1175	Environmental Considerations Overview Finishes Walls
1176	Ceilings Floors Seating Area
1177	Viewing Area
1178	Sightlines
1181	Millwork and Furniture Heat, Power, and Air Requirements Estimating Heat Load and Distribution
1182	Room Control Acoustics Noise Vibration Location of Diffusers Relative to Audiovisual (AV) Equipment
1183	Visual Display Systems Overview Flat Panel Displays Liquid Crystal Displays (LCD) Gas Plasma Displays
1184	Light-Emitting Diode (LED) Displays Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Displays Projection Displays
1185	Front Projection
1186	Rear Projection
1187	Projector Selection Rear Projection Mirror Assemblies
1188	Program Audio and Speech Reinforcement Systems Overview
1189	Loudspeaker System Types
1190	Program Audio Design Considerations Loudspeaker Input Power
1191	Speech Reinforcement Design Considerations
1192	Loudspeaker Deployment Options
1193	Point Source Loudspeaker Placement
1194	Distributed System Layouts
1195	Speech Reinforcement Distributed Loudspeakers
1196	Signal Distribution Systems Overview Signal Distances Amplification
1197	Signal Conversion Transport Conversion Matrix Routing Switchers Signal Conversions
1198	Audioconferencing Systems Overview Audioconferencing
1200	Large Room Environments Microphone Selection and Placement Directional versus Omnidirectional Microphones
1201	Boundary Microphones Gooseneck Microphones Tabletop Microphones
1202	Critical Distance Conferencing Microphones
1203	Wireless Microphones Ceiling Microphones
1204	Automatic Microphone Mixers
1205	Acoustic Echo Cancellation
1206	Muting Microphones Volume Control
1207	Telephone Hybrid
1209	Loudspeakers
1211	Loudspeaker Zoning and Placement
1213	Loudspeaker Power
1214	Videoconferencing Systems Overview Room Setup Room Size and Location Building and Infrastructure
1215	Furniture Layout Camera-Friendly Finishes
1216	Displays Types, Technologies, and Purposes Placement Camera Technology Camera Specifications and Terminology
1218	Pan-Tilt-Zoom (PTZ) Assemblies Auto-Pointing Technology
1219	Lighting
1220	Codecs
1221	Integration with Room Audio Systems Communications Network Interface
1223	Control Systems Overview
1224	Control System Conceptual Differences and Graphic User Interface (GUI) Design
1226	Overhead Paging Systems Overview
1227	Types of Paging Systems Centrally Amplified System
1228	Distributed Amplifier System
1229	Loudspeaker Selection and Placement
1230	Loudspeaker Distribution Patterns
1231	Ceiling Loudspeakers Wall-Mounted Loudspeakers
1232	Hallway Loudspeakers Horn Loudspeakers
1233	Loudspeaker Phasing Feedback Constant Voltage System Design
1236	Distributed Amplifier System Design Central Amplifier Power Requirements
1237	Sound Masking Systems Overview Factors Affecting Sound Masking Systems
1238	Sound Masking System Components Masking Loudspeakers
1239	Sound Masking System Enhancements Tuning Sound Masking Systems Expected Privacy
1240	Sound Masking Definitions Marginal Privacy Normal Privacy Confidential Privacy Total Privacy Predicting Speech Privacy
1241	Digital Signage Systems Overview
1242	Collaboration of Technology Providers Computer Vendors
1243	Software Vendors Content Creation Scheduling and Distribution
1244	Collaboration of Technology Providers Playback Audio/No Audio
1245	Cable Television Distribution Systems Overview Private Cable Systems Elements of a Cable System
1246	Physical Properties of Coaxial Cable Program Material Sources Off-the-Air-Antenna
1247	Satellite Dish Antenna Cable TV (CATV) Feed Audio-Video Playback Devices System Topologies Home Run Design
1249	Trunk and Tap Design Other Distribution Systems Video Over Balanced Twisted-Pair Cabling
1250	Video Over Optical Fiber Cabling
1251	Signal Loss in the Network
1252	Cable Loss
1253	Device Loss
1254	Chapter 15 – Intelligent Building Systems
1256	Table of Contents
1258	Figures Table Example
1260	Building Automation Systems (BAS) Introduction
1261	Intelligent Buildings (IBs)
1262	Trends
1264	Integration Examples
1265	Building Automation Systems (BAS) Interfaces with Other Systems Fire Alarm Systems
1266	Electronic Access Control (EAC) System Video Surveillance Heating, Ventilation, and Air-Conditioning (HVAC)
1270	Energy Management System (EMS)
1271	Integrated Energy Management and Heating, Ventilation, and Air-Conditioning (HVAC) Systems
1273	Lighting Control
1274	Fixed Power Reduction
1275	Occupancy-Based, Time of Day, and On/Off Control Vacancy-Based On/Off Control Daylight Harvesting
1276	Demand Limiting Fluorescent Lamp Lumen Depreciation Compensation
1277	Building Automation Systems (BAS) Communications Networks Overview Building Automation Systems (BAS) Hardware
1279	Field-Level Controllers System-Level Controllers
1280	Management-Level Processors Building Automation Systems (BAS) Software
1281	Communications Protocols
1283	Building Automation Systems (BAS) Electrical Characteristics Overview Building Automation Systems (BAS) Devices
1285	Planning Building Automation Systems (BAS) Distribution Cabling Overview
1289	Bid Specifications Regulations
1290	Telecommunications Cabling Structure Elements Coverage Area
1294	Horizontal Connection Point (HCP)
1295	Horizontal Cabling
1300	Backbone Cabling
1301	Equipment Cabling
1302	Cabling Pathways
1303	Distributing the Building Automation Systems (BAS) Equipment
1305	Reducing Costs with Open Office Horizontal Cabling
1307	Centralizing the Building Automation Systems (BAS) Equipment
1309	Balanced Twisted-Pair Cross-Connections
1310	Summary
1312	Chapter 16 – Wireless Networks
1314	Table of Contents
1318	Figures Tables
1320	Wireless Networks Introduction
1321	Services and Applications Overview Technological Considerations Regulatory and Service Provider (SP) Considerations
1322	Reliability Considerations Transmission Rate Considerations
1323	Aesthetic Considerations Environmental Considerations Quality Considerations
1324	Financial Considerations Return on Investment (ROI) Considerations Deployment Considerations
1325	Wireless System Design Overview Pre-design and Survey Analysis Bandwidth Requirement Number of Devices
1326	Growth and Expandability Existing Wi-Fi Data Network Considerations User Environment
1327	Electromagnetic (EM) and Radio Frequency (RF) Noise Topography, Terrain, and Building Materials Climate
1328	Selection of Technology Overview Licensed Wireless Networks Unlicensed Wireless Networks
1330	Unlicensed Band Issues Radio Types and Power Output Line of Sight (LoS) Radio Frequency (RF) Equipment Non-Line of Sight (LoS) Radio Frequency (RF) Equipment
1331	Design Considerations Path Loss Cabling Types and Losses Antenna Selection
1332	Radomes and Effects Gain versus Size
1333	Components of a Wireless System Overview Wireless Transmission
1334	Antennas Cabling and Waveguide Types of Transmission Line Open Wire or Balanced Lines Coaxial Cabling Rigid and Flexible Waveguide
1335	Composite Optical Fiber or Copper Conductor Cabling Main Characteristics Affecting Cabling Selection Pressurization Equipment Waveguide Feeders
1336	Connectors Dry Air Systems
1337	Accessories Towers, Poles, Masts, Guys, and Mounts
1338	Tower Grounding Rigging
1339	Pigtails and Jumpers
1340	Power Sources
1341	Power Injectors
1343	Equipment Shelters Radio Frequency (RF) Media (Cable/Waveguide) Management Interconnection Between Systems
1344	Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS) Overview
1347	Components Cabling Infrastructure Connectors
1348	Antennas Omnidirectional Antennas
1349	Directional Antennas Radiating Coaxial Cabling
1350	Antenna Parameters Mounting Methods for Distributed Antenna System (DAS) Equipment and Antennas
1353	Active Distribution Equipment
1354	Headend Equipment Master Control Unit (MCU)/Host Elements
1357	Backend Equipment/Secondary Elements
1358	Communications between Headend and Backend Equipment
1360	Passive Distribution Equipment
1361	Topologies Star Topology Tapped Trunk Topology Design Considerations
1362	Needs Analysis Configuration Requirements Signal Source and Site Orientation
1363	Radio Frequency (RF) Measurements
1364	Existing Structures Planned Structures
1365	Antennas Power (Link) Budgets
1366	Radio Frequency (RF) Signal/Frequency Conversion and Combining
1369	Site Survey
1370	Regulatory Considerations Carrier Approval and Connection Procedure
1371	Personal Area Networks (PANs) Overview IEEE 802.15 (Bluetooth®) IEEE 802.15 Security IEEE 802.15.4 (ZigBee®)
1372	Infrared (IR) Infrared (IR) Site Survey Infrared (IR) Security
1373	Wireless LAN (WLAN) Technology Overview Public Services IEEE Standards
1375	Wireless Connections
1376	Wireless LAN (WLAN) Components Overview Independent Basic Service Set (IBSS) Basic Service Set (BSS) Extended Service Set (ESS)
1379	Wireless Security and Encryption
1382	Network Interface Cards (NICs) Station Software Access Points (APs)
1383	Access Point (AP) Powering
1384	Bridges
1387	Switches or Controllers Routers Gateways
1388	Chapter 17 – Electronic Safety and Security
1390	Table of Contents
1393	Figures
1394	Electronic Safety and Security (ESS) Introduction Security Program
1395	Layering
1396	Event-Based Monitoring Threat, Risk, and Vulnerability Assessment
1399	Assets
1400	Electronic Access Control (EAC)
1401	Electronic and Electrical Door Hardware Overview
1402	Visitor Management
1403	System Structure Credentials and Credential Readers
1404	Cable Types
1405	Cabling Design/Installation Exceptions
1406	Environmental Conditions Lock Types, Function, Grades, and Styles
1407	Door Release Hardware Types Electric Strikes
1409	Magnetic Locks
1410	Electric Locksets
1411	Electric Latches and Bolts
1412	Electrified Exit Hardware
1414	Video Surveillance Overview Privacy and Liability Considerations
1415	Capture Devices Camera Technology Lenses
1416	Mounting and Housings Lighting
1417	Transmission Wireless Transmission Internet Protocol (IP) Transmission
1418	Processing Video Surveillance Matrix Multiview Processors
1419	Digital Recording
1420	Monitoring
1421	Monitor Selection
1422	Intrusion Detection Overview
1423	Types of Alarms Sensors
1424	Sending Circuit
1425	Fire Detection and Alarm Systems (FDAS) Overview Classes of Fire Alarm (FA) Systems Protected Premises System
1426	Supervising Station Systems Central Station Service Initiation Devices
1427	Detection Devices Pull Stations
1428	Fire Suppression Systems and Supervision Devices
1429	Fire Alarm (FA) Notification Overview Types of Notification Appliances
1430	Notification Appliance Circuit (NAC) Factors Affecting Performance Audibility
1431	Intelligibility Visibility
1432	Fire Alarm Control Panels (FACP) Overview Supervision Trouble Conditions
1433	Supervisory Trouble Signal
1434	Circuit and Pathway Designations
1435	Class N Design
1438	Levels Emergency Procedure Requirements for Class N
1439	Power Supplies
1440	System Inputs and Outputs Remote Monitoring and Control Units
1441	Remote Control Panels
1442	Digital Alarm Communicator System (DACS) Overview Digital Alarm Communicator Transmitter (DACT)
1443	Transmission Means Transmission Channels
1444	Call Forwarding
1445	Digital Alarm Radio Transmitter (DART) Transmission Means Testing Digital Alarm Communicator Receiver (DACR) Reception Requirements
1446	Testing Digital Alarm Radio Receiver (DARR) Annunciator Panels
1447	Simple Annunciator Standard Display
1448	Graphical Displays Signaling Zones
1449	Area of Refuge and Rescue Two-Way Communication Systems Overview
1450	System Basics Types of Systems Analog
1451	Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) with External Power Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) with Power over Ethernet (PoE) Pathways and Connectivity Signage Codes Governing Areas of Refuge and Rescue
1452	Mass Notification and Emergency Communications (MNEC) Systems Overview Design Criteria in Mass Notification and Emergency Communications (MNEC) Systems
1453	Getting to the Intended Audience Message Receipt Operational Performance
1454	Chapter 18 – Data Centers
1456	Table of Contents
1458	Figures Tables
1460	Data Centers Introduction
1463	Key Elements of Design
1465	Data Center Redundancy and Availability Overview
1466	Redundancy Data Center Facility Availability Classes
1470	Structured Cabling Hierarchy for Data Centers Overview
1471	Comparison of Standards
1476	Guidelines for Telecommunications Cabling, Cable Containment, Equipment Racks, and Cabinets Overview Cabling Considerations
1477	Overhead versus Underfloor Cabling
1478	Overhead Cabling Infrastructure, Overhead Power, Bonding and Grounding (Earthing), and Cabinets on Slab
1480	Overhead Communications Cabling, Underfloor Power, and Bonding and Grounding (Earthing)
1481	Cabling Systems Placed Beneath Raised Access Floor
1483	Patch Cord Slack Management
1484	Data Center Security Overview
1485	Physical Security of Data Centers Four Concentric Layers
1486	Site Security
1487	Perimeter Security Measures Building and Access Control
1488	Computer Room Space Design and Security Issues
1490	Operation, Ownership Costs, Environmental Impact, and Efficiency
1491	Data Center Planning Considerations Physical Location and Architectural Issues
1492	Sizing and Room Capability Electrical Systems
1493	Grounding Infrastructure Fire and Smoke Detection, Alarm, and Suppression Heating, Ventilation, and Air-Conditioning (HVAC)
1494	Information Technology Equipment (ITE) Applications and Equipment Supported Near-Term and Long-Term Information Technology (IT) Strategy
1495	Cabling System Design for Data Centers Telecommunications Cabling
1496	Cable Containment and Pathways
1497	Equipment Racks and Cabinets
1498	Project Management
1500	Chapter 19 – Health Care
1502	Table of Contents
1505	Figures
1506	Health Care Introduction
1507	Space and Pathway Requirements and Considerations Overview Entrance Facility (EF) Number and Size Facility Requirements Technology Equipment Center (TEC)
1508	Number and Size Location and Access Requirements Facility Requirements
1509	Technology Distribution Room (TDR) Number and Size
1510	Location and Access Requirements Facility Requirements
1512	Redundancy
1516	Nurse Call Systems Overview System Types Tone or Visual Nurse Call System
1517	Audiovisual (AV) Nurse Call System Nurse Call System Components
1518	Initiation Devices
1522	Headend Equipment Notification Devices
1523	Wireless Nurse Call Systems
1524	Nurse Call System Wiring
1525	Nurse Call System Communication Interfaces
1526	Code Call Systems Overview Integration within Other Systems Design Implementation
1527	Master Clock System
1528	Hospital Security Overview Access Control Systems (ACS)
1529	Video Surveillance Systems (VSS) Real-Time Tracking and Locating Systems (RTLS)
1530	Methods of Transmission Infant Protection Systems
1531	System Options
1532	Wireless Networks Overview
1533	Wireless LAN (WLAN)
1534	Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS) Wireless Medical Telemetry Service (WMTS)
1535	Audiovisual (AV) Systems Overview Integrated Operating Rooms (ORs) Training and Conference Rooms
1536	Telemedicine
1537	Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS)
1538	Patient Monitoring Overview
1539	Interaction with Wireless Networks
1540	Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)-Based Systems Overview
1541	Asset Tagging Technology Asset Management Systems
1542	Interactive Patient Entertainment and Education Systems Overview
1543	System Description
1544	Design
1546	Wayfinding and Signage Overview Video Displays
1547	Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Requirements for Teletypewriter/Text Telephone (TTY) Installations in Health Care Facilities
1548	Appendix: Regulatory Bodies and Organizations Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS)
1550	Australia/New Zealand Codes and Standards Canadian Standards Association Verband der Elektrotechnik, Elektronik und Informationstechnik (Association of Electrical Engineering, Electronics and Information Technology)
1552	Chapter 20 – Residential Cabling
1554	Table of Contents
1556	Figures Tables
1558	Residential Cabling Introduction Residential Demarcation Points (DPs) Design for Flexibility
1559	Grades of Residential Telecommunications Cabling
1561	Components Overview Demarcation Point (DP)
1562	Backbone Cable Recommended Cables Topology Campus Cabling Protection Auxiliary Disconnect Outlet (ADO) Cable Balanced Twisted-Pair
1563	Coaxial Auxiliary Disconnect Outlet (ADO) Cable Optical Fiber Auxiliary Disconnect Outlet (ADO) Cable Auxiliary Disconnect Outlet (ADO)
1564	Distribution Device (DD) Location Requirements for the Distribution Device (DD) Wall Space Allocation for a Distribution Device (DD) and Associated Equipment
1565	Distribution Device (DD) Sizing Electrical Power
1566	Telecommunications Outlet Cable Recommended Cables Cabling Topology for Telecommunications Outlets
1567	Telecommunications Outlets/Connectors
1568	Premises Cabling System
1569	Typical Pathways and Spaces in a Multi-Dwelling Building Entrance Facility (EF) Common Equipment Room (CER) Equipment Room (ER) Common Telecommunications Room (CTR)
1570	Multi-Dwelling Unit (MDU) Cabling Layout
1571	Apartment Building with a Central Backbone
1572	Apartment Building with Multiple Backbones
1573	Townhouse
1574	Side-by-Side Duplex
1575	Frame Apartment Projects
1577	Apartment Complex Projects
1578	Planning the Cabling System
1579	Rough-In Cabling Overview Network Interface
1580	Mounting Hardware Outlet and Auxiliary Disconnect Outlet (ADO) Cabling
1581	Finish Cabling Overview Data and Carrier Transmission Considerations Auxiliary Disconnect Outlet (ADO) Distribution Device (DD)
1582	Telecommunications Outlets Premises Cabling System Testing
1584	Administration
1586	Chapter 21 – Project Administration, Execution, and Risk Management
1588	Table of Contents
1591	Figures Table Examples
1592	Professional Development and Marketing Overview
1593	Client Education Client’s Need Assessment
1594	Identifying Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Services
1596	Sustainability Elements Applicable to Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Infrastructure
1597	Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Networks and Impact on Life-Cycle Assessments (LCAs)
1598	Basic Project Management Elements Overview
1599	Telecommunications Project Manager (PM) Telecommunications Project Management (TPM) Steps Telecommunications Project Management (TPM) Knowledge Areas
1600	Human Resources Management Scope Management Integration Management Time Management
1601	Cost Management Quality Management Communications Management Risk Management
1602	Procurement Management Stakeholder Management Developing a Telecommunications Project Plan
1603	Lessons Learned Creating a Scope of Work (SoW)
1604	Basic Requirements of a Scope of Work (SoW)
1605	Contractual/Administrative Requirements Basic Planning
1606	Outlining the Scope of Work (SoW) Process
1607	Organizing the Project Team Writing and Reviewing Description of Format
1608	End Result Deliverable
1609	General Scope of Work (SoW) Guidelines
1610	Developing an Organization Breakdown Structure (OBS)
1611	Building a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
1614	Using PERT, Milestone, Gantt, and Calendar Charts
1615	Schedules Using PERT, Milestone, Gantt, and Calendar Charts
1616	Developing Estimates
1617	PERT and Risk Codes, Standards, and Regulations Enforcement and Designer Responsibility
1618	Codes, Regulations, and Directives State and Provincial Regulations
1619	Municipal/County/Local Regulations Special Applications
1620	Standards
1621	Developing a Closeout Plan Architectural Design Process
1622	Design Team Members Construction Team Members
1623	Design Phases Programming Schematic Design (SD) Design Development (DD)
1624	Construction Document (CD) Bidding and Negotiating
1625	Types of Bid Structures
1626	Types of Bids
1627	Construction Administration
1629	Submittals
1630	Materials Considerations
1631	Postconstruction
1632	Elements of Design Specifications Preparing Specifications
1635	Drawings
1640	Building Information Modeling (BIM)
1643	Cost Estimates
1646	Meetings Vendor and Contractor Coordination
1648	Kickoff Meeting Prime Contractor and Subcontractor Coordination Meetings
1649	Weekly Progress Meetings Project Closeout
1650	Disaster Recovery Planning and Risk Management Overview General Information
1651	Starting a Disaster Recovery Plan Risk Management and Disaster Recovery Plan Steps
1652	Identify Analyze and Prioritize Plan Schedule
1653	Track and Report Mitigate the Risk Lessons Learned
1654	The Disaster Recovery Plan Overview Establishing Priority Collecting Information
1655	Plan Benefits Disaster Recovery Plan Strategies
1656	Testing
1658	Chapter 22 – Special Design Considerations
1660	Table of Contents
1661	Figure Tables
1662	Special Occupancies Overview
1663	Specific Conditions in Special Occupancies Climatic (Temperature and Humidity) Control
1664	Hazardous Locations
1665	Areas with Exposure to Chemically Reactive Materials Areas with Electromagnetic Interference (EMI)/Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Concerns
1666	Cabling and Connector Arrangements for Industrial Premises
1667	MICE Considerations Overview
1669	Environmental Classification System
1671	Compatibility with Mechanical, Ingress, Climatic/Chemical, and Electromagnetic (MICE) Environment
1672	Ingress Protection (IP) Codes
1673	National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) Conversion Values
1674	Enclosures Constructed for Indoor/Outdoor Use
1675	Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Requirements for Teletypewriter/Text Telephone (TTY) Installations in Special Occupancies
1676	Appendix A – Codes, Standards, Regulations, and Organizations
1678	Table of Contents
1684	Figures Tables
1686	Codes, Standards, Regulations, and Organizations Introduction Design and Construction
1687	Codes, Regulations, and Directives
1688	State/Provincial Regulations Municipal/County/Local Regulations Special Applications
1689	Standards
1690	Interpretation of Directive Language in Codes, Standards, and Regulations
1691	Standardization Efforts United States (U.S.) Standards Development International Standards Development
1692	International Codes and Standards Overview ASIS International Audiovisual and Integrated Experience Association (AVIXA)
1693	Building Industry Consulting Services International (BICSI)®
1694	Broadband Forum Common Ground Alliance (CGA)
1695	Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE)®
1696	Project 802
1702	International Code Council (ICC)
1703	International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC)
1706	International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) International Organization for Standardization (ISO)
1707	International Organization for Standardization/International Electrotechnical Commission Joint Technical Committee 1 (ISO/IEC JTC 1)
1710	International Safety Equipment Association (ISEA)
1711	International Society of Automation (ISA)
1712	International Telecommunication Union–Telecommunication Standardization Sector (ITU-T) G-series; Transmission systems and media, digital systemsand networks
1713	H-series; Audiovisual and multimedia systems I-series; Integrated services digital network
1714	L-series; Environment and ICTs, climate change, e-waste, energy efficiency; construction, installation and protection of cables and other elements of outside plant
1715	Y-series; Global information infrastructure, Internet protocol aspects, next-generation networks, Internet of Things and smart cities
1716	International Telecommunication Union (ITU) Handbooks Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF)
1717	Regional Codes and Standards Australia/New Zealand Codes and Standards
1720	Caribbean Region Codes and Standards Caribbean Telecommunications Union (CTU)
1723	European Codes and Standards Comité Européen de Normalisation Electrotechnique (CENELEC) EN 50098 Series
1724	EN 50173 Series EN 50174 Series
1725	EN 50600 Series Other CENELEC Standards
1726	CENELEC Technical Specifications (TS) and Technical Reports (TR) European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI)
1727	National Codes and Standards Argentine Codes and Standards Instituto Argentino de Normalización y Certificación (IRAM) Australian Codes and Standards Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) Communications Alliance (CA) Standards Australia
1728	Austrian Codes and Standards Österreichische Standards (Austrian Standards) Belgian Codes and Standards
1729	Brazilian Codes and Standards Agência Nacional de Telecomunicações (ANATEL) Associacão Brasileira de Normas Técnicas (ABNT)
1730	Canadian Codes and Standards CSA Group
1732	Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) and Construction Specifications Canada (CSC) National Research Council of Canada, Institute for Research in Construction (NRC-IRC) Standards Council of Canada (SCC)
1733	Chilean Codes and Standards Sub-Secretariat of Telecommunications (Subtel) Superintendency of Electricity and Fuels (SEC)
1734	Colombian Codes and Standards Instituto Colombiano de Normas Técnicas y Certificación (ICONTEC)
1735	Costa Rican Codes and Standards Institute of Technical Standards of Costa Rica (INTECO) Danish Codes and Standards Finnish Codes and Standards French Codes and Standards Association Française de Normalisation (AFNOR)
1737	German Codes and Standards Deutsches Institut für Normung (DIN) Greek Codes and Standards Hellenic Organization for Standardization (ELOT)
1738	Indian Codes and Standards Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) Indonesian Codes and Standards National Standardization Agency of Indonesia (SNI)
1739	Irish Codes and Standards National Standards Authority of Ireland (NSAI) Italian Codes and Standards Comitato Elettrotecnico Italiano (Italian Electrotechnical Committee [CEI])
1740	Japanese Codes and Standards Japanese Standards Association Group
1741	Korean Codes and Standards Telecommunications Technology Association (TTA)
1742	Mexican Codes and Standards Normalización y Certificación (NYCE)
1743	Netherlands Codes and Standards Norwegian Codes and Standards Peruvian Codes and Standards Instituto Nacional de Calidad (INACAL)
1744	Peru Ministry of Energy and Mines
1745	Philippine Codes and Standards Spanish Codes and Standards Swedish Codes and Standards Swiss Codes and Standards
1746	Turkish Codes and Standards Turkish Building Legislation Turkish Standards Institution (TSE)
1747	United Kingdom (UK) Codes and Standards British Standards Institution (BSI)
1749	Department for Business, Energy, and Industrial Strategy—Office for Product Safety and Standards Office of Public Sector Information (OPSI)
1750	United States (U.S.) Codes and Standards Acoustical Society of America (ASA) Administrative Council for Terminal Attachment (ACTA) Alliance for Telecommunications Industry Solutions (ATIS)
1751	American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) American Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
1752	American Institute of Architects (AIA)
1753	American Ladder Institute (ALI) American National Standards Institute (ANSI) American Society of Heating, Refrigerating, and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE)
1754	American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
1755	American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP)
1756	Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC) ASTM International
1757	Construction Specifications Institute (CSI)
1758	Electronic Components Industry Association (ECIA) Facility Guidelines Institute (FGI)
1759	Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
1760	Fiber Optic Association (FOA) IEEE®
1762	Illuminating Engineering Society of North America (IES)
1763	Insulated Cable Engineers Association (ICEA)
1764	Independent Alliance of the Electrical Industry (IAEI)
1765	International Committee for Information Technology Standards (INCITS) National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA) National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA)
1767	National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®)
1768	NFPA 70® National Electrical Code® (NEC®)
1772	National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)
1773	Partner Alliance for Safer Schools (PASS) Project Management Institute (PMI) Rural Utilities Service (RUS)
1774	Society of Cable Telecommunications Engineers (SCTE)
1776	Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA)
1779	Telcordia Technologies
1781	Enforcement of United States (U.S.) Building Codes, Standards, and Regulations Overview Local Applications of National Standards
1782	Government and Military Construction
1783	Federal Safety and Health Standards
1784	Wireless Transmission Standards Overview Organizations
1785	Association of Radio Industries and Businesses (ARIB) European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI) Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
1786	Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
1787	Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISEDC) Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers® (IEEE®) International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)
1788	International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) International Telecommunications Union-Radiocommunications Sector (ITU-R) Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Sub-Secretariat of Telecommunications
1789	Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA) Telecommunications Technology Association (TTA)
1790	Approval of Electrical Products and Equipment United States (U.S.) Product Certification Product Ratings
1791	Examples of Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL) Standards
1793	Canada Product Certification
1796	European Union (EU) Product Safety Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Directive Conformité Européenne (CE) Mark
1797	German Product Safety Act (ProdSG) GS Mark–Geprüfte Sicherheit (Safety Tested)
1798	Mexico Asociación de Normalización y Certificación (ANCE)
1799	South American Countries Argentina Chile
1800	Regulations and Standards for Emissions and Immunity Overview Commercial Products Marketed in the United States (U.S.) Radiation Limits for Class A and Class B
1801	Emission Limits for Class A and Class B Commercial Products Marketed Outside the United States (U.S.)
1802	Health Canada—Safety Code 6
1803	EN 61000-6–Generic Immunity Standard Electrostatic Discharge (ESD)
1804	Appendix B – Legal Considerations
1806	Table of Contents
1808	The Legal Aspects of Design Introduction Design Professional’s Environment
1809	Basis for Liability
1810	Legal Issues General Duties of the Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Designer
1811	Liability in Contract
1812	Liability in Tort—Secondary Liability
1813	Negligence
1815	Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) Mediation
1816	Arbitration Limiting the Design Professional’s Liability
1818	Glossary
1820	Glossary Terms A
1831	B
1839	C
1854	D
1863	E
1869	F
1878	G
1880	H
1883	I
1887	J
1888	K
1889	L
1895	M
1903	N
1906	O
1909	P
1921	Q R
1929	S
1943	T
1950	U
1952	V
1954	W
1956	X
1957	Y Z
1958	Bibliography Introduction Chapter 1: Principles of Transmission
1961	Chapter 2: Electromagnetic Compatibility Chapter 3: Data Networks
1962	Chapter 4: Telecommunications Spaces
1963	Chapter 5: Backbone Distribution Systems
1965	Chapter 6: Horizontal Distribution Systems
1967	Chapter 7: ICT Cables and Connecting Hardware
1968	Chapter 8: Firestop Systems
1969	Chapter 9: Bonding and Grounding (Earthing)
1970	Chapter 10: Power Distribution
1972	Chapter 11: Telecommunications Administration Chapter 12: Field Testing of Structured Cabling
1973	Chapter 13: Outside Plant
1975	Chapter 14: Audiovisual Systems Chapter 15: Intelligent Building Systems
1976	Chapter 16: Wireless Networks
1977	Chapter 17: Electronic Safety and Security Chapter 18: Data Centers
1978	Chapter 19: Health Care
1979	Chapter 20: Residential Cabling
1980	Chapter 21: Project Administration and Execution Chapter 22: Special Design Considerations
1982	Index Numbers and Symbols A B Numbers and Symbols
1983	C
1985	D E
1986	F G H I
1987	J L M N O
1988	P
1989	Q R
1990	S T
1991	U V
1992	W Z

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