Intercom System User Manual

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B. Notify Architect of conditions that would adversely affect installation or subsequent use.
C. Do not begin installation until unacceptable conditions are corrected.
3.2 INSTALLATION
A. Install integrated security and communication system in accordance with manufacturer’s
instructions at locations indicated on the Drawings.
B. Mount equipment plumb, level, square, and secure.
C. CAT-5e Cables:
1. Run cables from and homerun to one central location where CEU will be installed.
2. Maximum Cable Runs: Keep each cable run to a maximum of 980 feet from
communication device to CEU.
3. Maintain twists of cable pairs to point of termination or no more than 0.5-inch untwisted.
4. Do not remove more than 1 inch of jacket when terminating cables.
5. Cable Bends:
a. Make gradual bends of cable, where necessary.
b. Do not make bends of cable sharper than 1-inch radius.
c. Do not allow cable to be sharply bent or kinked at any time.
6. Cable Ties: Dress cables neatly with cable ties using low to moderate pressure.
7. Cross-connect cables, where necessary, using CAT-5e rated punch blocks and
components.
8. Do not splice or bridge cables.
9. Cable Pulling:
a. Pull cable with low to moderate force.
b. Do not use oil or other lubricants not specifically designed for cable pulling.
10. Keep cables as far away from potential sources of EMI as possible.
11. Do not tie cables to electrical conduits or lay cables on electrical fixtures.
12. Cable Supports:
a. Install proper cable supports a maximum of 5 feet apart.
b. Do not support cables by ceiling tiles.
13. Label Cable Termination Points: Use unique number for each cable segment.
14. Testing Cables: Test installed cable segments with cable tester.
15. Jacks: Install jacks to prevent dust and other contaminants from settling on contacts.
16. Cable Slack:
a. Leave extra slack on cables, neatly coiled-up in ceiling or nearest concealed place.
b. Leave a minimum of 1 foot of cable slack at door station side and a minimum of 10
feet of cable slack at CEU side.
17. Do not install cables taught.
18. Grommets: Protect cables with grommets where passing through metal studs or other
items that could damage cables.
19. Do not mix TIA/EIA 568A and 568B wiring on same installation. Use TIA/EIA 568B wiring
throughout installation.
20. Staples:
a. Do not use staples that crimp cables tightly.
b. Do not use T-18 and T-25 cable staples.
21. Use firestop cables that penetrate firewalls.
22. Use plenum-rated cables where mandated.
3.3 ADJUSTING