PART 1 - GENERAL SECTION 27 1000 DATA/VOICE CONDUIT SYSTEM 1.01 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION A. A complete low voltage conduit and outlet system for the data/voice cabling system shall be provided by the contractor. PART 2 - PRODUCTS A. Refer to sections 260533 Raceways and Boxes for all conduit system requirements. PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.01 INSTALLATION A. The electrical contractor shall coordinate all rough in of all outlet boxes and conduit locations with the Data/Voice Network Cabling contractor. 1. All data/voice outlets are to be installed within six (6 ) inches of a receptacle. The electrical contractor shall be responsible for review of cabling drawings and coordinate device locations. END OF SECTION DATA VOICE CONDUIT SYSTEM 27 1000-1
PART 1 GENERAL 1.01 SUBMITTALS REQUIRED SECTION 27 1200 DATA/VOICE NETWORK INFRASTRUCTURE AND CABLING A. Prior to start of any work, contractor shall submit shop drawings as follows: 1. Manufacturer's published literature for each separate type of equipment being provided. Indicate model number on cutsheet. 2. One line schematic of complete system showing a floor plan to scale. Show locations and the type of outlets, as well as all rack locations, and estimated maximum distances to each rack. 3. Documentation of testing on all wiring and terminations as per EIA/TIA standards. 1.02 MANUFACTURERS A. Acceptable manufacturers for each type of equipment specified shall be as noted throughout this specification section. B. The acceptable manufacturers noted shall be installed by the authorized local factory dealer/representative for that product. C. The contractor shall hold a current low voltage contractor's license and RCDD certificate. Any other interested parties shall submit a company resume showing years in business, certification stating that he is an authorized representative for the manufacturer of the equipment he is submitting for approval and that he maintains a fully equipped and stocked service shop and shall respond to service calls within 12 normal working hours, list of key personnel, copies of appropriate licenses and list of recently completed jobs. Submittal must be received no later than ten business days prior to bid date in order to be considered. 1.03 GENERAL A. Workmanship: All work shall be performed in a workmanlike manner. Architect, Engineer, and/or Owner may observe the work procedures and workmanship of the Contractor but such observation will not relieve the contractor from responsibility for performance. B. Warranty: The Contractor shall furnish a written warranty that describes the equipment supplied under these specifications will be free from defects of materials and workmanship for a period of fifteen years from the date of final acceptance unless otherwise specified and that all defects occurring within that period shall be corrected in a timely manner at no cost to the Owner. C. Contractor's Qualifications: Contractor shall be required, before awarding of contract, to demonstrate to the complete satisfaction of the Engineer that he has the necessary facilities, ability and financial resources to execute the work in a satisfactory manner and within the time specified; that he has had experience in construction work as same or DATA NETWORK INFRASTRUCTURE 271200-1
similar nature; that he has past history and references which will assure the Owner of his qualifications for executing the work. 1. Contrator shall submit a copy of a valid low-voltage license (Low-Voltage General, Low-Voltage Telecommunications or Low-Voltage Unrestricted as issued by the State Construction Industry Licensing Board of Low-Voltage Contractors). 2. Contractor shall submit a copy of a BICSI (Building Industry Consulting Service International) certified RCDD (Registered Communications Distributions Designer) certificate. 3. Comprehensive list of references with a detailed list of references along with contact person, dates of work, mailing address, telephone numbers. 4. Contractor must provide proof of installation in a minimum of five sites using an enhanced Category 6e structured cabling with 100 or more active (working) nodes installed. 5. Data Network System Subcontractor shall submit a certification stating that he is an authorized representative for the manufacturer of the equipment he is submitting for approval and that he maintains a fully equipped and stocked service shop and shall respond to service within 12 normal working hours. 1.04 SCOPE OF WORK A. Scope of Project Standards and Description The cabling and wiring placed for voice and data communications on this undertaking shall be "Unshielded Twisted Pair" type and conform to the requirements contained in the latest editions of the National Electric Code (NEC) and the latest editions of the following American National Standards Institute (ANSI) specifications: 1. TIA/EIA 568-Commercial Building Telecommunications Wiring Standard 2. TIA/EIA 569-Commercial Building Standard for Telecommunications Pathways and Spaces 3. TIA/EIA 606-Administration Standard for the Telecommunications Infrastructure of Commercial Buildings 4. TIA/EIA 607-Commercial Building Grounding and Bonding Requirements for Telecommunications 5. Addendums to TIA/EIA 568 B. Specifications for the Fiber Optic Backbone, the Network Electronics, Jacks and Outlets, Horizontal Wiring, and Patch Panel are provided in this specification section. C. Specifications for the Wireless network coverage are provided in this specification section. Access points shall be provided in order to cover all areas of school. 1.05 GUARANTEES A. All communication outlets wired and serviceable must be tested and certified in compliance with TIA/EIA 568-B.2-1 enhanced Category 6e specifications. Testing must be "end-to-end". Test results shall be forwarded to Engineer a minimum of one week prior to final inspection. 1.06 TESTING AND CERTIFICATION A. Testing fiber optic and copper distribution systems are crucial in assuring the overall integrity and satisfactory performance of the network. Test results quantify system quality, identify system faults, and establish the baseline accountability performance of DATA NETWORK INFRASTRUCTURE 271200-2
the system. Proper testing also maximizes the longevity of the system, minimizes downtime and maintenance, and facilitates system upgrades or reconfiguration. B. The Contractor shall provide proof of communications wiring systems certification and testing certification. C. All data and voice wiring and terminations shall be tested and must pass TIA/EIA standards for enhanced Category 6e Cabling. All faults shall be corrected. D. All test results must be printed and show the following primary results: 1. Wire map 2. Length 3. Insertion Loss 4. Near-end crosstalk (NEXT) 5. Power sum near end crosstalk (PSNEXT) 6. Equal-level far-end crosstalk (ELFEXT) 7. Power sum equal-level far-end crosstalk (PSELFEXT) 8. Return Loss 9. Propagation delay PART 2 PRODUCTS 2.01 OPTICAL FIBER CABLE A. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by one of the following: 1. Berk-Tek, a Nexans company 2. CommScope, Inc. 3. SystimMax 4. Uniprise 5. Corning Cable Systems 6. Mohawk; a division of Belden CDT 7. Superior Essex Inc. 8. General Cable Technologies Corporation 9. Hitachi B. Description: Multimode, Laser-optimized 50/125 -micrometer, 12-fiber, nonconductive, tight buffer, optical fiber cable. 1. Basis-of-Design Product: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide Berk-Tek Adventum series cabling or comparable product by one of the listed manufactures. 2. Comply with ICEA S-83-596 for mechanical properties. 3. Comply with TIA/EIA-568-B.3 for performance specifications. 4. Comply with TIA/EIA-492AAA-D for detailed specifications. 5. Comply with ISO 11801for OM4 performance, Laser-optimized 50 micrometer fibers with 4700 MHz.km EMB at 850 nm. 6. Comply with IEC 607 93-2-10 for TYPE A1a.3 performance, Laser-optimized 50 micrometer fibers with 4700 MHz.km EMB at 850 nm. 7. Listed and labeled by an NRTL acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction as complying with UL 444, UL 1651, and NFPA 70 for the following types: a. Plenum Rated, Nonconductive: Type OFNP, complying with NFPA 262. DATA NETWORK INFRASTRUCTURE 271200-3
C. Jacket: b. Riser Rated, Nonconductive: Type OFNR, complying with UL 1666. 1. Jacket Color: 2. Aqua for multimode cable. 3. Yellow for singlemode cable 4. Cable cordage jacket, fiber, unit, and group color shall be according to TIA/EIA-598-B. 5. Imprinted with fiber count, fiber type, and aggregate length at regular intervals not to exceed 40 inches. 2.02 OPTICAL FIBER CABLE HARDWARE A. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by one of the following: 1. Berk-Tek, a Nexans company 2. CommScope, Inc. 3. SystimMax 4. Uniprise 5. Corning Cable Systems 6. Mohawk; a division of Belden CDT 7. Superior Essex Inc. 8. General Cable Technologies Corporation 9. Molex 10. Hitachi B. Cross-Connects and Patch Panels: Modular panels housing multiple-numbered, duplex cable connectors. 1. Number of Connectors per Field: One for each fiber of cable or cables assigned to field, plus spares and blank positions adequate to suit specified expansion criteria. C. Patch Cords: Factory-made, dual-fiber cables in 36-inch lengths. D. Cable Connecting Hardware: 1. Comply with Optical Fiber Connector Intermateability Standards (FOCIS) specifications of TIA/EIA-604-2, TIA/EIA-604-3-A, and TIA/EIA-604-12. Comply with TIA/EIA- 568-B.3. 2. Quick-connect, simplex and duplex, Type ST connectors. Insertion loss not more than 0.75 db. 3. Type SFF connectors may be used in termination racks, panels, and equipment packages. 2.03 LOCAL AREA NETWORK (LAN) JACK AND OUTLET SPECIFICATIONS A. Locations shown on drawings will be equipped with a consistent arrangement of LAN communications outlets. B. Outlet faceplate for this arrangement shall be configured in the following fashion: 1. The jacks used shall fit properly in the outlet openings of the outlet faceplate. The jacks used shall conform to enhanced Category 6e parameters of TIA/EIA 568-B.2-1 DATA NETWORK INFRASTRUCTURE 271200-4
a. In a properly installed enhanced Category 6e UTP cabling system, the jacks used shall be capable of supporting LAN data rates of 1000 Mbps. b. The wiring arrangement of the jack shall conform to the TIA/EIA 568. c. The jack shall possess the following characteristics: 1. The eight (8) position / eight (8) conductor jack shall be capable of supporting the previously defined data rates as well as voice (including ISDN). 2. Utilization of 110 type or equivalent insulation displacement hardware for horizontal wire attachment and acceptance of 22 or 24 AWG conductors. 3. The jack wires shall consist of 50 micro-inch lubricated gold plating over 100 micro-inch nickel underplating. d. Any vacant faceplate position shall be reserved for future growth and should have a dust cover/blank inserted. C. Acceptable Manufacturer's: Berk-Tek. Commscope, Systimax, Uniprise, Mod-Tap, Ortronics, AT&T, AMP, and Hubbell, Interlink, Leviton, Panduit, Siemon, and Hellermann Tyton. D. Each jack shall have faceplate labeled. Also neatly label backside of faceplate with a permanent marker to note jack number. E. Labeling of multiple drops in a common space shall be sequentially numbered. Numbers shall not be assigned randomly. Coordinate prior to terminating at racks, no exceptions. 2.04 LOCAL AREA NETWORK (LAN) HORIZONTAL WIRING SPECIFICATIONS A. This section covers the cable from the communications outlet to the patch panel in the MDF and all IDF wiring closet. These cables shall be Enhanced Category 6e Unshielded Twisted Pair cable. Each cable shall be placed in a "point-to-point" fashion from the work area outlet to the wiring closet for each communications outlet needed. There shall be no intermediate splices or cross connects in these cables. B. The characteristics of the horizontal cable are as follows: 1. Enhanced Category 6e cable consisting of four pair of 23 AWG bare solid copper conductors insulated with a plenum rated material. The insulated conductors are tightly twisted into pairs and jacketed with plenum rated material. No type of shield is required in the sheath. 2. Each sheath shall contain four unshielded copper pairs. Each pair shall have a different twist per foot ratio ranging from 12 to 24 twists per foot. No more than 1/2" inch may be untwisted and the sheath may not be stripped back more than 1/2" inch at the jack during installation. 3. Cable shall have central crossweb to minimize crosstalk between pairs. C. The cable component shall meet or exceed the following requirements: 1. ASNI/TIA 568-C.2 "Commercial Building Telecommunications Standard, Part 2: Balanced Twisted-Pair Telecommunications Cabling and Components Standard 2. ASNI/TIA 1152 Requirements for Field Test Instruments and Measurements for Balanced Twisted Pair Cabling DATA NETWORK INFRASTRUCTURE 271200-5
3. Certified Enhanced Category 6e Cable under Third Party Cable Certification Program. 4. ICEA S-102-700 5. ANSI/ICEA S-102-732 6. UL Standard 444 7. National Electric Code - Article 800 D. Subject to compliance with specification requirements, the only acceptable Enhanced Cat-6e cables approved for use as follows: 1. Berk-Tek Lanmark 1000 2. Commscope Ultramedia 7504 3. Belden Datatwist 4800 4. Mohawk Advancenet 5. Central Cable Genspeed 6000 6. Systimax 7. Uniprise 8. Hitachi E. Plenum rated cable shall be used. The plenum cable shall be composed of four pair of 23 gauge bare solid copper conductors insulated with a plenum rated insulation that is the same material configuration on all four pairs, 3+1 or 2+2 designs are not allowed. The insulated conductors are tightly twisted into pairs and jacketed with low smoke plenum rated PVC. It shall conform to a NEC Type CMP for plenum and NEC Type CMR for riser applications. F. See drawings for specific outer jacket color type required. 2.05 LOCAL AREA NETWORK (LAN) PATCH PANEL SPECIFICATIONS A. This section covers the termination hardware located in the MDF and IDF (wiring closet). The termination hardware shall provide the capability to be able to patch connections between ports on the LAN hardware (electronics) and the horizontal cables to the classrooms. B. The Patch panels shall be enhanced Category 6e Modular Jack Panels. C. The termination hardware will be co-located on 19" inch racks with the LAN electronics. The configuration of the patch panels shall be in an agreement that minimizes patch cord lengths. Provisions for cable management (organization of horizontal and vertical cable and patch cords) on the rack should be included. D. Horizontal cables to the classrooms will be directly connected to 110 insulation displacement hardware or equivalent associated with each jack on the patch panel. The jacks on the patch panel shall be wired in accordance with TIA/EIA 568- B.2 standard. E. Enhanced Category 6e, factory-built, manufacture tested patch cords shall be provided for each drop. Provide 10' patch cord at station end. Provide 3' or 5' patch cord at rack end. (Length as required for electronics to properly lace cords). Patch cords shall be color coded for dedicated labs, media center, etc. Provide velcro patch cord wraps for cable management. Patch cords shall be color coded to match cable color for the drop. DATA NETWORK INFRASTRUCTURE 271200-6
F. Fiber Termination requirements:fiber optics connections should be terminated using a rack mountable Interconnect enclosure or equivalent to insure that the connections are protected. The enclosure should be locked and no fiber cable should be visible in the wiring closets. G. Acceptable Manufacturer's: Berk-Tek. Commscope, Systimax, Uniprise, Mod-Tap, Ortronics, AT&T, AMP, and Hubbell, Interlink, Leviton, Panduit, Siemon, and Hellermann Tyton. 2.06 LOCAL AREA NETWORK (LAN) CABINETS AND RACKS SPECIFICATIONS A. Racks: Communications racks shall be UL listed 7N69. Four-Post Rack shall consist of: (4) vertical rails, (2) base angles, (1) assembly hardware kit, (2) top angles, and (20) #12-24 dog. Two-Post Rack shall consist of: (2) vertical rails, (2) base angles, (1) assembly hardware kit, (2) top angles, and (20) #12-24 dog. All rack design shall be a structural aluminum construction, having 3-inch (76 mm) wide vertical rail channels. Rack to be 19inch NEXTFRAME HPW series as manufactured by Hubbell-Premise, 1nc. "C" Channel Vertical Cable Organizers and covers as scheduled. "Z" Channel Vertical Cable Organizers and covers. Wall mounted rack to be of same series, minimum 18U capacity. B. Acceptable equal Manufacturer are Mod-Tap, Ortronics, AT&T, AMP, Leviton, Interlink, Panduit, Siemon, and Hellerman Tyton. PART 3 EXCUTION 3.01 SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION A. As part of the wiring system installation, the Contractor shall provide detailed documentation of the distribution system to facilitate system administration, system maintenance and future system changes. This requirement includes as-built drawings with all cables and terminations identified, a bill of materials of all installed equipment and wiring, rack and backboard equipment layouts showing placement of support equipment, and model and serial numbers of all installed equipment. A clear and consistent nomenclature scheme is to be defined and used on the documentation and cable labeling which facilitates locating and identifying each cable. B. System verification and acceptance documentation signed and dated by the installer (Contractor) and the design professional shall also be provided. This documentation shall include test measurements and system calibrations performed for the entire system. Sample system operations shall also be performed with actual hardware or using contractor provided test equipment and documented to verify that the system is operational and ready for acceptance. This shall also establish the baseline performance of the system. 3.02 TRAINING A. Training of owner's personnel (a minimum of two) shall be provided. Training will cover the location nomenclature, documentation structure and contents, documentation maintenance procedures, a "walk-through" for location and labeling orientation, system reconfiguration using the MDF and IDF facilities (Termination hardware, punch blocks, etc.), operation of network equipment installed as part of the contact, test documentation, and trouble shooting of the signal and power cable portion of the installation. DATA NETWORK INFRASTRUCTURE 271200-7
B. Provide a record set plan noting drop locations and jack designations. As-built shall be a full size plan and shall be computer generated in AutoCAD 2012 format. Provide a CD to Owner with (as-build) on disc at project closeout. At each rack provide a copy of (asbuilt) mounted on wall. Mount plan under plexiglass. END OF SECTION DATA NETWORK INFRASTRUCTURE 271200-8
SECTION 27 5123 INTERCOM SYSTEM PART 1 - GENERAL 1.01 SUMMARY A. Section Includes: Microprocessor-switched intercommunications and program systems with the following components: 1. Master stations. 2. Volume control devices. 3. Pushbuttons. 4. Call-switch unit. 5. All-call amplifier. 6. Intercom amplifier. 7. Loudspeakers/speaker microphones. 1.02 SUBMITTALS A. Product Data: For each type of product indicated. B. Shop Drawings: For the intercom systems. Include plans, elevations, sections, details, and attachments to other work. 1. Detail equipment assemblies and indicate dimensions, weights, required clearances, method of field assembly, components, and location and size of each field connection. 2. Wiring Diagrams: For power, signal, and control wiring. a. Identify terminals to facilitate installation, operation, and maintenance. b. Single-line diagram showing interconnection of components. c. Cabling diagram showing cable routing. C. Qualification Data: For qualified Installer. D. Field quality-control reports. E. Operation and Maintenance Data: For educational intercommunications and program systems to include in operation and maintenance manuals. In addition to items specified in Division 1 Section "Operation and Maintenance Data," include the following: 1. A record of final matching transformer-tap settings and signal ground-resistance measurement certified by Installer. INTERCOM SYSTEMS 27 5123-1
1.03 QUALITY ASSURANCE A. Installer Qualifications: Manufacturer's authorized representative who is trained and approved for installation of units required for this Project. B. Source Limitations: Obtain educational intercommunications and program systems from single source from single manufacturer. C. Electrical Components, Devices, and Accessories: Listed and labeled as defined in NFPA 70, by a qualified testing agency, and marked for location and application. D. Comply with NFPA 70. 1.04 COORDINATION A. Coordinate layout and installation of ceiling-mounted speaker microphones and suspension system with other construction that penetrates ceilings or is supported by them, including light fixtures, HVAC equipment, fire-suppression system, and partition assemblies. PART 2 - PRODUCTS 2.01 MANUFACTURERS A. Manufacturers: Bogen Multicom is the basis of design. 1. Valcom 2. Rauland-Borg Corporation. 3. Simplex 4. Telecor 5. Carehawk 2.02 FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION OF MICROPROCESSOR-SWITCHED SYSTEMS A. Master Station: 1. Communicating selectively with other master and speaker-microphone stations by dialing station's number on a 12-digit keypad. 2. Communicating with individual stations in privacy. 3. Communicating on a minimum of three voice channels with up to two simultaneous conversations between master stations and one conversation between a master station and a speaker-microphone station. 4. Increasing the number of conversation channels by adding a module in central-control cabinet. 5. Including up to three other station connections in a conference call. 6. Accessing separate paging speakers or groups of paging speakers by dialing designated numbers on a 12-digit keypad. 7. Overriding any conversation by a designated master station. 8. Displaying selected station. INTERCOM SYSTEMS 27 5123-2
9. Automatically controlling gain to ensure constant intercom speech level. 10. Controlling the simultaneous distribution of program material to various combinations of speaker-microphone stations or groups over two program channels by using keypad to control sources and distribute programs. 11. Operating and correcting secondary clocks and controlling class-change signals to speakers and bells by using keypad. 12. User-programmable features include the following: a. Station calling by room number. b. Room station call-in priority levels. c. Clock signal schedule functions. d. Schedule characteristics of audible signals. e. Call-in tone characteristic. f. Precedence among master stations as destinations for incoming calls from room stations. g. Grouping of rooms and speakers into zones for paging and program distribution purposes. B. Speaker-Microphone Station: 1. Having privacy from remote monitoring without a warning tone signal at monitored station. Designated speaker-microphone stations have a privacy switch to prevent another station from listening and to permit incoming calls. 2. Communicating hands free. 3. Calling master station by actuating call switch. 4. Returning a busy signal to indicate that station is already in use. C. Speakers: Free of noise and distortion during operation and when in standby mode. 2.03 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR EQUIPMENT AND MATERIALS A. Coordinate features and select components to form an integrated system. Match components and interconnections for optimum performance of specified functions. B. Expansion Capability: Increase number of stations in the future by 25 Insert number percent above those indicated without adding any internal or external components or main trunk cable conductors. C. Equipment: Modular type using solid-state components, fully rated for continuous duty unless otherwise indicated. Select equipment for normal operation on input power usually supplied at 110 to 130 V, 60 Hz. Comply with UL 813. D. Weather-Resistant Equipment: Listed and labeled by an NRTL for duty outdoors or in damp locations. 2.04 MASTER STATION FOR MICROPROCESSOR-SWITCHED SYSTEMS A. 12-Digit Keypad Selector: Transmits calls to other stations and initiates commands for programming and operation. INTERCOM SYSTEMS 27 5123-3
B. Volume Control: Regulates incoming-call volume. C. Tone Annunciation: Momentary audible tone signal announces incoming calls. D. Lamp Annunciation: Identifies calling stations and stations in use. Lamp remains on until call is answered. E. Speaker Microphone: Transmits intercom voice signals when used via a voice-operated switch. 1. Minimum Speaker Sensitivity: 91 db at one meter, with 1-W input. F. Link Button: To transfer calls. G. Reset Control: Cancels call and resets system for next call. H. Digital Display: 16-digit alphanumeric LCD readout to register up to four three-digit station numbers. I. Central-Equipment Cabinet: Comply with TIA/EIA-310-D. Lockable, ventilated metal cabinet houses terminal strips, power supplies, amplifiers, system volume control, and other switching and control devices required for conversation channels and control functions. 2.05 PUHBUTTONS A. Mounting: Flush unless otherwise indicated, and suitable for mounting conditions indicated. B. Faceplate: Stainless steel or anodized aluminum with tamperproof mounting screws. C. Back Box: Single-gang galvanized steel with 2-1/2-inch minimum depth. D. Tone Annunciation: Recurring momentary tone indicates incoming calls. E. Call Switch: Mount on faceplate. Permits calls to master station. F. Privacy Switch: Mount on faceplate. When in on position, switch prevents transmission of sound from remote station to system; when in off position, without further switch manipulation, response can be made to incoming calls. 2.06 CALL-SWITCH UNIT A. Enclosure: Single-gang box with stainless-steel faceplate. B. Call Switch: Momentary contact signals system that a call has been placed. C. Privacy Switch: Prevents transmission of sound signals from station to system. D. Volume Control: Operated by screwdriver blade through a hole in faceplate to adjust output level of associated speaker. INTERCOM SYSTEMS 27 5123-4
2.07 ALL-CALL AMPLIFIER A. Output Power: 70-V balanced line. 80 percent of the sum of wattage settings of connected for each station and speaker connected in all-call mode of operation, plus an allowance for future stations. B. Total Harmonic Distortion: Less than 5 percent at rated output power with load equivalent to quantity of stations connected in all-call mode of operation. C. Minimum Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 60 db, at rated output. D. Frequency Response: Within plus or minus 2 db from 50 to 12,000 Hz. E. Output Regulation: Maintains output level within 2 db from full to no load. F. Input Sensitivity: Compatible with master stations and central equipment so amplifier delivers full-rated output with sound-pressure level of less than 10 dynes/sq. cm impinging on master stations, speaker microphones, or handset transmitters. G. Amplifier Protection: Prevents damage from shorted or open output. 2.08 INTERCOM AMPLIFIER A. Minimum Output Power: 15 W; adequate for all functions. B. Total Harmonic Distortion: Less than 5 percent at rated output power with load equivalent to one station connected to output terminals. C. Minimum Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 50 db, at rated output. D. Frequency Response: Within plus or minus 3 db from 70 to 10,000 Hz. E. Output Regulation: Maintains output level within 2 db from full to no load. F. Input Sensitivity: Matched to input circuit and to provide full-rated output with soundpressure level of less than 10 dynes/sq. cm impinging on microphones in master stations, speaker microphones, or handset transmitters. G. Amplifier Protection: Prevents damage from shorted or open output. 2.09 CONE-TYPE LOUDSPEAKERS/SPEAKER MICROPHONES A. Minimum Axial Sensitivity: 91 db at one meter, with 1-W input., 8 Watt RMS B. Frequency Response: Within plus or minus 3 db from 70 to 15,000 Hz. C. Minimum Dispersion Angle: 100 degrees. D. Line Transformer: Maximum insertion loss of 0.5 db, power rating equal to speaker's, and at least four level taps. INTERCOM SYSTEMS 27 5123-5
E. Size: 8 inches with 1-inch voice coil and minimum 5-oz. ceramic magnet. F. The ceiling speaker assembly shall be 2 x2 drop acoustical tile type assembly, Bogen model CSD2X2 (or equal). The speaker baffle shall have dimensions of 23 ¾ Width, 11 ¾ Length and 3 3/8 Depth. The total weight of the speaker shall be 4 lbs. 14 oz. Refer to the plans for quantities and locations of speakers. G. Speaker enclosure shall included integrated talk-back microphone capabilities. 2.10 OUTDOOR WEATHERPROOF SPEAKERS A. The outdoor weatherproof speakers shall be Bogen model FMH15T (or equal). The weatherproof speaker shall have the following features: Moisture-Resistant 8 8-ohm, 5oz. magnet, 25V/70V multi-tap transformer. Refer or the plans for quantities and locations of speakers. 2.11 TAMPERPROOF SPEAKER GRILLE A. The tamperproof speaker grille shall be Bogen model SGHD8. The speaker grille shall have the following features: Square two-piece aluminum alloy construction, heavy-gauge steel back-up screen, tamper-proof mounting hardware and textured bronze baked enamel finish. Refer to the plans for quantities and locations. 2.12 CONDUCTORS AND CABLES A. Conductors: Jacketed, twisted pair and twisted multipair, untinned solid copper. Sizes as recommended by system manufacturer, but no smaller than No. 22 AWG. B. Insulation: Thermoplastic, not less than 1/32 inch thick. C. Shielding: For speaker-microphone leads and elsewhere where recommended by manufacturer; No. 34 AWG, tinned, soft-copper strands formed into a braid or equivalent foil. 1. Minimum Shielding Coverage on Conductors: 60 percent. D. Plenum Cable: Listed and labeled for plenum installation. 2.13 RACEWAYS A. Intercom System Raceways and Boxes: Comply with requirements in Division 26 0533 Section "Raceways and Boxes." B. Outlet boxes shall be not less than 2 inches wide, 3 inches high, and 2-1/2 inches deep. C. Flexible metal conduit is prohibited. INTERCOM SYSTEMS 27 5123-6
PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.01 WIRING METHODS A. Wiring Method: Install cables in raceways and cable trays except within consoles, cabinets, desks, counters, and in accessible ceiling spaces. Conceal raceway and cables except in unfinished spaces. B. Wiring within Enclosures: Bundle, lace, and train cables to terminal points with no excess and without exceeding manufacturer's limitations on bending radii. Provide and use lacing bars and distribution spools. 3.02 INSTALLATION OF RACEWAYS A. Comply with requirements in Division 26 0533 Section "Raceways and Boxes" for installation of conduits and wireways. B. Install manufactured conduit sweeps and long-radius elbows whenever possible. 3.03 INSTALLATION OF CABLES A. Comply with NECA 1. B. General Requirements: 1. Terminate conductors; no cable shall contain unterminated elements. Make terminations only at outlets and terminals. 2. Splices, Taps, and Terminations: Arrange on numbered terminal strips in junction, pull, and outlet boxes; terminal cabinets; and equipment enclosures. Cables may not be spliced. 3. Secure and support cables at intervals not exceeding 30 inches and not more than 6 inches from cabinets, boxes, fittings, outlets, racks, frames, and terminals. 4. Bundle, lace, and train conductors to terminal points without exceeding manufacturer's limitations on bending radii. Install lacing bars and distribution spools. 5. Do not install bruised, kinked, scored, deformed, or abraded cable. Do not splice cable between termination, tap, or junction points. Remove and discard cable if damaged during installation and replace it with new cable. 6. Cold-Weather Installation: Bring cable to room temperature before dereeling. Heat lamps shall not be used. 7. Each speaker circuit shall be protected from lightning by installing surge protection units at punch down block located at console. Surge protectors shall be capable of handling maximum wattage on circuit. C. Open-Cable Installation: 1. Install cabling with horizontal and vertical cable guides in telecommunication spaces with terminating hardware and interconnection equipment. INTERCOM SYSTEMS 27 5123-7
2. Suspend speaker cable not in a wireway or pathway a minimum of 8 inches above ceiling by cable supports not more than 60 inches apart. 3. Cable shall not be run through structural members or be in contact with pipes, ducts, or other potentially damaging items. D. Separation of Wires: Separate speaker-microphone, line-level, speaker-level, and power wiring runs. Install in separate raceways or, where exposed or in same enclosure, separate conductors at least 12 inches apart for speaker microphones and adjacent parallel power and telephone wiring. Separate other intercommunication equipment conductors as recommended by equipment manufacturer. 3.04 INSTALLATION A. Match input and output impedances and signal levels at signal interfaces. Provide matching networks where required. B. Identification of Conductors and Cables: Color-code conductors and apply wire and cable marking tape to designate wires and cables so they identify media in coordination with system wiring diagrams. C. Weatherproof Equipment: For units that are mounted outdoors, in damp locations, or where exposed to weather, install consistent with requirements of weatherproof rating. D. Connect wiring according to Division 26 0519 Section "Conductors and Cables." 3.05 GROUNDING A. Ground cable shields and equipment to eliminate shock hazard and to minimize ground loops, common-mode returns, noise pickup, cross talk, and other impairments. B. Signal Ground Terminal: Locate at main equipment cabinet. Isolate from power system and equipment grounding. 3.06 SYSTEM PROGRAMMING A. Programming: Fully brief Owner on available programming options. Record Owner's decisions and set up initial system program. Prepare a written record of decisions, implementation methodology, and final results. 3.07 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL A. Perform tests and inspections. Manufacturer's Field Service: Engage a factory-authorized service representative to inspect components, assemblies, and equipment installations, including connections, and to assist in testing. B. Tests and Inspections: INTERCOM SYSTEMS 27 5123-8
1. Schedule tests with at least seven days' advance notice of test performance. 2. After installing educational intercommunications and program systems and after electrical circuitry has been energized, test for compliance with requirements. 3. Operational Test: Test originating station-to-station, all-call, and page] messages at each intercommunication station. Verify proper routing and volume levels and that system is free of noise and distortion. Test each available message path from each station on system. 4. Frequency Response Test: Determine frequency response of two transmission paths, including all-call and paging, by transmitting and recording audio tones. Minimum acceptable performance is within 3 db from 150 to 2500 Hz. 5. Signal-to-Noise Ratio Test: Measure signal-to-noise ratio of complete system at normal gain settings as follows: a. Disconnect speaker microphone and replace it in the circuit with a signal generator using a 1000-Hz signal. Measure signal-to-noise ratio at paging speakers. b. Repeat test for three speaker microphones, and one master station microphone, and for each separately controlled zone of paging loudspeakers. c. Minimum acceptable ratio is 45 db. 6. Distortion Test: Measure distortion at normal gain settings and rated power. Feed signals at frequencies of 150, 200, 400, 1000, and 2500 Hz into each intercom, paging, and all-call amplifier. For each frequency, measure distortion in the paging and all-call amplifier outputs. Maximum acceptable distortion at any frequency is 5 percent total harmonics. 7. Power Output Test: Measure electrical power output of each paging amplifier at normal gain settings of 150, 1000, and 2500 Hz. Maximum variation in power output at these frequencies is plus or minus 3 db. 8. Signal Ground Test: Measure and report ground resistance at system signal ground. Comply with testing requirements in Division 26 0526 Section "Grounding and Bonding." C. Inspection: Verify that units and controls are properly labeled and interconnecting wires and terminals are identified. Prepare a list of final tap settings of paging and independent room speaker-line matching transformers. D. The Intercom system will be considered defective if they do not pass tests and inspections. E. Prepare test and inspection reports. 3.08 STARTUP SERVICE A. Perform startup service and initial system programming. 1. Verify that electrical wiring installation complies with manufacturer's submittal and installation requirements. 2. Complete installation and startup checks according to manufacturer's written instructions. INTERCOM SYSTEMS 27 5123-9
3.09 ADJUSTING A. On-Site Assistance: Engage a factory-authorized service representative to provide on-site assistance in adjusting sound levels, resetting transformer taps, and adjusting controls to meet occupancy conditions. 3.10 DEMONSTRATION A. Train Owner's maintenance personnel to adjust, operate, and maintain the educational intercommunications and program systems. 1. Train Owner's maintenance personnel on programming equipment for starting up and shutting down, troubleshooting, servicing, and maintaining the system and equipment. END OF SECTION INTERCOM SYSTEMS 27 5123-10