Installation Instructions

Site Evaluation

The following tasks must be completed prior to performing a site evaluation:

• Prepare the initial network design plan by performing the following:

Identify potential buildings by identifying targeted customers

Identify potential links by selecting buildings based on the high probability of line of

sight

• Arrange for access with the facility personnel into the buildings, equipment rooms, and

architectural plans to become familiar with the location of all ducts, risers, etc.

• Obtain the required site evaluation forms (see Section 1.5, Documenting a Site Evaluation).

1.4 Site Evaluation Process

The following steps must be completed to perform a successful site evaluation. Each step in the

process is detailed in the following subparagraphs:

• Ensure RF Safety Compliance

• Ensure Compliance With Laws, Regulations, Codes, and Agreements

• Establish Line of Sight Between IFUs

• Ensure Building Aesthetics

• Determine IFU Mounting Requirements

• Document Potential Sources of Colocation Interference

• Measure the Link Distance

• Select the Grounding Location

• Determine Fiber Demarcation and Surge Suppression Location (Optional)

• Determine Site Equipment Location and Requirements

• Determine the Length of Fiber Cable Assemblies

• Determine the Length of Power Cables

• Confirm Presence of AC Power

• Take Site Photographs

• Sketch the Site

1.4.1 Ensure RF Safety Compliance

IFUs are tested for RF radiation level exposures in accordance with IEEE standards. Ensure that

appropriate warning signs are properly placed and posted at the equipment site or access entry.

For a complete list of warnings and safety guidelines, refer to Warnings and Safety Guidelines on

page xv.