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1. Issue 3 European Edition 87 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Copper voice cabling system 23 1 6 Sub racks for mounting modules into 19 format If space is limited then sub racks offer an ideal way to increase density Sub racks can be fitted into any of the above racks or cabinets having a 19 mounting format Table 4 5 Sub rack selection table Model No Sub rack Type Height U Module Type 43026 50700 FlexiRail SID C SID C 43026 508000 FlexiRail SID QSA 23 1 7 Frames for distribution points 3M offer several different floor standing and wall mounted frame designs for use at the B g distribution point Most of the frames are single sided and need securing to a supporting I wall however the Type 108 can be assembled back to back to make it double sided and free standing For very large installations it is also possible to select a frame from table 46 If appearance is important then ABS or steel covers with plain or glass fronted sn aF doors are available see Part 6 E Table 4 6 Frame selection table nm ae ee ee ee OA E TA RIBE Floor wall RCP 8 oD 310 2000 CIPE Floor wall STG 8 and 10 pair 310 2000 SID C 700 1600 23 1 8 Telecommunications outlets Outlets can be located on the wall floor or elsewhere in the work area e g in trunking on pillars or posts or in custom modular furniture The cabling shall be planned in
2. MDF 108 British Telecom Type 205 frame for QSA 2 and SID CT 10 pair modules The Type 205 1s a wall mounted single sided frame designed to accommodate up to 276 QSA 2 or SID CT 10 pair connection modules Any number of frames can be mounted side by side The following features are offered within the frame construction e Durable rigid frame factory assembled from coated steel Back mount frames manufactured from stainless steel Hard wearing coated steel jumper rings wire guides and fanning strips for efficient cable management frame design allows easy access to top jumper rings Fully earth bonded meeting IEC regulations Earth bar and clip supplied Adjustable feet which can be removed to reduce height from 2000mm to 1850mm Steel front and rear panels available as accessories for model numbers 1390 and 1441 only Table 6 59 British Telecom Type 205 frame Model number Description Capacity pairs 1310 MDF 205D QSA 2760 in 4 columns 2017 MDF 205D SID C 3520 in 4 columns Table 6 60 Accessories for Type 205 frame 1015 Front Cover Assembly MDF 205 1434 Front Cover Assembly two column versions only 1012 Side Cover Assembly MDF 106 205 1436 Side Cover Assembly all versions ID Multi frames for SID C SID CT and QSA 8 and 10 pair modules Ea i pn A biati or sisig F mM F 1 f The ID Multi frames can be free standing or wall mounted They are available in two
3. 200 2000 ma iio 60 ma ISO IEC 8802 32 1000 BASE SX 850 275 550 wa 320 330 mwa ISO IEC 8802 3ae 10G BASE SR SW 850 35 86 n a 1 63 1 81 n a 300 2 59 ISO IEC 8802 5 4 16Mbps Token Ring 850 2000 2000 ma 130 83 n a CD_9314 9 FDDI LCF PMD 1300 500 500 wa 70 20 wa DIS 9314 3 FDDI PMD A A A AA pe i ISO IEC 9314 4 FDDI SMF PMD _x_ _ em ea ATM 52Mbps ATM 622Mbps 1300 330 330 2000 6 0 2 0 FC PI 100 M SN I 1 06GBd 850 00 500 n a 30 E ua FC PI 200 SM LC L 2 12GBd 10000 FC PI 200 M SN I 2 12GBd n a FC PI 400 M SN I 4 25GBd 850 70 150 n a 1 8 2 0 n a Notes 1 Includes patchcords Channel attenuation is based on link attenuation plus unallocated margin from IEEE 802 3z Laser based application All others are LED based will be 5 for 50um fibre and 6 for 62 5um fibre 86m for OM2 fibre 300m for OM3 fibre 1 81dB for OM2 fibre 2 59dB for OM3 fibre Sy oe 3 2 Optical fibre ISO IEC 11801 specifies four types of optical fibres to support various classes of applications three multimode fibre types OM1 OM2 and OM3 and one singlemode type OS1 The fibre supplied in Volition horizontal and backbone cable meets or exceeds the requirements of types OM1 OM2 and OS as standard Cable containing OM3 fibre is available to special order if required Table 2 2 gives details of the various fibre types Issue 3 European Edition 20 3M Telecommunications Des
4. 68 30 3 3 2 6 OF2000 20007 3 5 8 5 3 9 2 9 30005 5 1 3 6 pC SOOO S 50 See following page for notes to table Issue 3 European Edition 21 3M Telecommunications DesignPlanning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Fibre cabling system Notes 1 The maximum channel attenuation values in Table 2 4 are based upon 62 5 125um fibre cable with attenuation of 3 5dB km at 850nm and 1 0dB km at 1300nm 50 125um fibre cable with attenuation of 3 5dB km at 850nm and 1 2dB km at 1300nm Singlemode fibre cable with attenuation of 0 7dB km at 1300nm N B the VF 45 connector is not specified for use at 1550nm Two VF 45 connections one VF 45 connection comprises a VF 45 plug and socket with a maximum attenuation of 0 75dB per connection 2 For intermediate distances between 550m and 3000m the maximum link should be calculated using the formula Maximum link attenuation dB max cable attenuation km x link length in km 1 5 3 Ifa transition splice between campus building backbone and horizontal cable has been installed an additional allowance of 0 3dB must be made 3 4 Additional connectors More than two VF 45 connections can be installed in the link between the CD BD or FD and the TO provided the maximum channel attenuation requirement is not exceeded In such cases 0 75dB should be allowed for each additional connection installed 3 5 Use of media converters Where Ether
5. 75 50 50 300 660 24 Fibre 90 60 60 400 1320 Notes 1 The short term bending radius is under installation condition when the cable is being subjected to a pulling load 2 Applied to the cable strength member s Issue 3 European Edition 37 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Fibre cabling system 5 3 5 Volition indoor outdoor fibre backbone cable construction sheath colour code Volition indoor outdoor cables have two basic constructions unitube for up to twenty four fibres all contained within a single tube or loose tube where there are twelve fibres in a tube The loose tube design is used for cables containing more than twenty four fibres and incorporates a central strength member Sheath colour is coded the same as other Volition cables blue for multimode green for singlemode As there is always more than one loose tube in the cable the tubes and fillers are colour coded The first tube is green and the last is red The tubes in between are yellow for singlemode fibres and white for multimode fibres Hybrid cables contain singlemode fibres in the first green tube then a number of yellow tubes as appropriate with singlemode fibres then a number of white tubes as appropriate with multimode fibres The last tube is red with multimode fibres Central strength member First tube green Filler white Last tube red Figure 2 6 Loose tube cable
6. 123 x 18 x 39 79103 51040 Disconnection module 10pr 123 x 18 x 39 79101 516 40 Earthing module 38 wires 123 x 18 x 39 Issue 3 European Edition 130 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System System components and glossary Table 6 40 QSA series 1 and 2 accessories 79156 50540 QSA 1 Labelling frame 10 pair f o 79156 506 40 QSA 1 Labelling frame 20 pairs 79156 50140 QSA 2 Labelling frame 10 pair J o 79156 50340 QSA 2 Labelling frame 10 pairs hinged J o o O oo 79170 507 40 Label for labelling frame 79004 500 40 Single pair marker cap Red 79004 500 65 Single pair marker cap Table 6 41 QSA series 1 and 2 test leads AOS 79054 555 40 _ Test leads w banana plug jack 1 way 79054 501 40 Test leads w banana plug jacks 2 way lt 70054 52440 Test leads w banana plug jacks 4 way 9096 50 40 Test plug kit connection 2 way O 79096 501 40 Test plug kit disconnection 4 way O 79054 505 68 Test lead disconnection one side open 4 way Issue 3 European Edition 131 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System System components and glossary Table 6 42 QSA series 1 and 2 disconnection plugs 79122 500 65 Single pair for line disconnection White 79122 500 70 Single pair for line disconnection Brown 79122 50540 Ten pair for line disconnection 2 79072 500 40
7. 2 O 60 55 1 490 1 52 52 34 100 19 5 41 Table 6 96 Category 5E cable physical characteristics Cable type Minimum bend Nominal cable Nominal cable Maximum pulling radius mm diameter mm weight kg km load N Short term long term Cat SE UTP 40 20 Cat SE FTP 50 25 OO OS CatSESFTP G S 34 1 2 Volition four pair twisted Category 6 cable Volition four pair twisted Category 5E cable is available in three different constructions unshielded UTP shielded with a foil FTP or screened and shielded with a foil SFTP All Category 6 cables meet or exceed the transmission requirements of ISO IEC 11801 EN 50173 EIA TIA 568 and EN 50167 8 9 They are available with either a low smoke zero halogen LSZH or plenum riser grade sheath material Specification Operation temperature 10 C to 60 C Installation temperature 0 C to 50 C Flame propagation IEC 332 3C Smoke density IEC 61034 Toxic emission CENELEC HD 605 Corrosive gas IEC 60754 1 Material CENELEC HD 624 7 for LSZH cable only Issue 3 European Edition 158 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System System components and glossary Table 6 97 Category 6 UTP cable specification Frequency Attenuation NEXT ACR PS ELFEXT PS Return MHz dB 100m dB dB NEXT dB 100m ELFEXT Loss dB dB km dB pod 1 19 70 701 69 70 a e 280 o 60 580 520 55 52 50 280 31 2
8. EN50174 and ANSI TIA EJA 568 5 3 1 Cable on reels A cable dispenser should be used to dispense the Volition fibre cable The reel s are installed on rollers and the cable is pulled for smooth and even feeding Alternatively the reel s can be placed on a steel bar that is then supported securely on stands at each end When pulling cable from a reel it is important to pull the cable from the bottom of the reel 5 3 2 Volition horizontal fibre cable construction sheath colour code Volition horizontal fibre cable has a low smoke zero halogen sheath Multimode cables are blue singlemode cables are green Two fibre and four fibre horizontal cable construction is shown in Figure 2 4 The specification is shown in Part 6 Issue 3 European Edition 35 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Fibre cabling system 250um Primary TES coated fibres d Buffer tube ay O Aramid A Outer Figure 2 4 Two and four fibre horizontal cable construction 5 3 3 Volition horizontal fibre cable fibre colour code Table 2 17 gives the fibre colour coding details of Volition horizontal fibre cable Table 2 17 Horizontal fibre cable fibre colour code Number of Number of Buffer Tube Fibre Fibre Fibres Buffer Tubes Colour s Numbers Colours 1 2 4 2 Blue 1 2 Blue Orange Orange 3 4 Blue Orange 9 3 4 Volition indoor fibre backbone cable construction sheath colour code All Volition indoor fibre b
9. Issue 3 European Edition 166 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System System components and glossary distribution duct A raceway of rectangular cross section placed within or just below the finished floor and used to extend the wires or cables to a specific work area distribution frame A structure with terminations for connecting the cabling of a facility in such a manner that interconnection or cross connections may be readily made 1 main When the structure is located at the entrance facility or main cross connect and serving the building or campus 2 intermediate When the structure is located between the main cross connect and the telecommunications closet distributor The term used for the functions of a collection of components e g patch panels patchcords used to connect cables draw box Space in the pathway system that allows the routeing of cables during the cable installation process such that the bending and pulling requirements of the cable are met duct 1 A single enclosed raceway for conductors or cables See also conduit raceway 2 A single enclosed raceway for wires or cables usually used in soil or concrete earth ground A connection to earth obtained by a grounding electrode end user The owner or user of the premises cabling system equal level far end crosstalk ELFEXT Pair to pair ELFEXT is expressed in decibels as the ratio between the measu
10. Short term long term Cat SE UTP 40 20 Cat SE FTP 50 25 60 Cat 6 UTP 52126 Cat 6 FTP 58 29 7 1 55 140 14 2 4 Volition horizontal copper cable conductor colour code Table 3 5 gives the fibre colour coding details of Volition horizontal cable Table 3 5 Colour coding White blue blue White orange orange White green green White brown brown 14 3 Cable pulling It 1s essential that Volition copper cables are never subjected to a bend tighter than the minimum bend radius specification and that the maximum pulling load is never exceeded The minimum bend radius varies according to whether the cable is under load during the pulling operation or unloaded after the pulling operation Cables are pulled along the planned routes usually with a rope or a rod The pulling rope and the connection between the rope and the cable should be strong enough to withstand the load required to pull the cable into place The connection between the rope and the cable should be as smooth as possible to ensure it will not snag along the pull route 14 3 1 Preparing Volition cable for pulling As a guide up to 12 horizontal Volition copper cables can be pulled at a time If the route is short lt 30m and straight with easy access to the cable path the cable may be pulled off the reel and laid into place directly without accessing the strength members Care should be taken however to ensure that the cable is not damaged or kinked as this c
11. Single pair dummy plug to prevent line disconnection Table 6 43 QSA series 1 and protection magazines Model number Description Dimensions mm LxWxD 39081 70126 Arrestor2 poleshapeF OP 39081 73000 Arrestor2 poleshapeG o O 39081 72700 Arrestor2poleshapeH _ SSS d o o 112x22x43 38126 502 40 Ten pair 3 pole for connection and disconnection 112 x 22 x 43 39081 728 00 Arrestor 3 pole E 38104 506 71 Ten pair Fine protection for disconnection 5V 7 1V 112 x 24 x 61 38104 506 65 Ten pair Fine protection for disconnection 12V 17 1V 112 x 24 x 61 38104 506 75 Ten pair Fine protection for disconnection 18V 21V 112 x 24 x 61 operating voltage breakdown voltage 33 2 4 SID C and SID CT Offering a significantly higher density than the QSA module the SID C module has insulation displacement contacts enclosed in a plastic housing This improves the insulation performance and helps to provide a safe working practice The SID C product family includes 8 and 10 pair connection and disconnection modules The individual mounting systems provide improved handling Backmount frames or profile rails are available as required In addition FlexiRail is an individual mounting system for targeted applications The SID CT product family also includes 8 and 10 pair connection and disconnection modules but has the advantage that it is suitable for mounting on LSA and QSA 2 back mount frames in which case
12. block that is being used Table 4 3 compares the key features of the different module types Issue 3 European Edition 86 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Copper voice cabling system Table 4 3 Punch down block selection table Block type RCP 2000 STG 2000 SID C SID CT OSA 2 5 155Mhz 5 100Mhz 3 2Mbps 3 2Mbps A OOR TS MARE TI TOR Connection yes yes yes ys yes Switching _ yes yes yes yes Wesa 2 P 2 T i ARS SR ao ESA me S eee e mm type LSA et t a E protection Notes 1 17 5mm pitch is obtained with SID C backmount only 2 Compatible with the Krone LSA system 23 1 5 19 Racks and cabinets for distribution points 3M offer several ranges of floor standing and wall mounted racks and cabinets To complement this a large number of accessories are also available many of which are not included in this manual Some racks are supplied pre assembled whilst others are in kit form ready for assembly on site Parts are also available separately allowing the planner to design and specify precisely the format and size of the rack or cabinet required Table 4 4 lists the various options available Table 4 4 Rack and cabinet selection table mm assembled QWG_ Floor or wall _ QSA2 SID CTandSID C 1100 Pre BT Type 500 Wall QSA 2 SID CT and SID C_ 350 1000 Pre vwa wall far osso Pe Double 19 Wall 9 S075 Pre O A ES Pico
13. example SID CD strips DIN standard can be as on mounted on one side and a back mount frame i z and FlexiRail for SID C modules can be mounted on the other The FlexiRail system itself allows for different module types to be used Knockout cable entry ports are provided and all boxes are equipped as standard with snap locks Safety locks can also be fitted retrofitting option tf Table 6 76 VKA wall mounted cabinets Size mm 52 300 00025 VKA2 DIN SID C 80 330x200x100 330 x 330 x 125 550 x 330 x 125 550 x 665 x 125 52 301 00025_ VKA2 QSA2 60 330x200x100 330 x 330 x 125 550 x 330 x 125 52 301 00300 VKA 12 QSA2 550 x 665 x 125 Double 19 wall mounted cabinets Used in small and medium installations These cabinets are manufactured from sheet steel and finished in grey RAL 7035 Each box consists of the following A fixed back section 100mm deep An intermediate hinged mid section 400mm deep 2 off 19 uprights with adjustable depth 4 off removable blanking plates for cable entry obstruction 1 front door with viewing area and lock Issue 3 European Edition 148 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System System components and glossary Table 6 77 Double 19 wall mounted cabinet Model number Description Size mm HxWxD P20325AB 19 cabinet 6U high 316 x 600 x 500 P20324AB 19 cabinet 12U high 584 x 600 x 500
14. star topology A topology in which network cables are distributed from a central point telecommunications closet See closet telecommunications telecommunications equipment room See equipment room telecommunications telecommunications outlet A fixed connecting device where the horizontal cable terminates The telecommunications outlet provides the interface to the work area cabling terminal 1 A point at which information may enter or leave a communications network 2 The input output associated equipment topology The physical or logical arrangement of a network transition point A location in the horizontal cabling where a change of cable type takes place for example backbone cable connects to horizontal cable twisted pair A cable element comprising two insulated conductors twisted together to form a balanced transmission line uninterruptible power supply A buffer between utility power or other power source and a load that requires continuous precise power unscreened balanced cable A balanced cable without any screens Issue 3 European Edition 171 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System System components and glossary wiring closet the area usually a room in which building cable is terminated and interconnected See also closet telecommunications work area work station A building space where the occupants interact with telecommunications terminal equ
15. 0 2 RJ4Sjaek 7 Copper Hub or Switch Fibre backbone Copper voice backbone Floor Distributor Horizontal cabling f To To PABX Enterprise switch Workstation Telephone 6 CBE to CBE patchcord RJ45 to RJ45 patchcord RCP or STG block RJ45 jack Copper switch or hub VF 45 to VF 45 patchcord Volition optical fibre patch panel Volition copper patch panel RJ45 to RJ45 patchcord Ld Figure 1 10 Volition copper system MEN Issue 3 European Edition 17 3M Telecommunications DesignPlanning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Introduction to structured cabling systems 10 Fibre backbone LL i a Fi Copper voice backbone A Qe f Floor Distributor Horizontal cabling To To PABX Enterprise switch Workstation Telephone 6 CBEtoCBEpatehcord RIAS jack 8 Copperswitchorhub _ VF 45 to VF 45 patchcord DES Volition copper patch panel 5 RJ45 to RJ45 patchcord Jooo Figure 1 11 Volition copper system Issue 3 European Edition 18 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System PART 2 FIBRE CABLING SYSTEM SECTION 1 DESIGN AND PLANNING This section of Part 2 gives detailed information relating to the design and planning of the Volition fibre cabling system In defining the maximum permissible link lengths due consideration has been taken to ensure that the system c
16. 10 1 VF 45 Plug and Socket Cleaning After installation of the socket and before insertion of a patchcord clean both the socket and the patchcord plugs using the Volition Maintenance Cleaning Kit Follow the instructions supplied with the kit carefully Cleaning is particularly important prior to commencing any testing Always allow at least 90 seconds between cleaning and testing to ensure that the cleaning fluid has evaporated Issue 3 European Edition 47 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Fibre cabling system 11 0 Testing Once installed the system must be tested in accordance with the procedure described below Tests shall be performed at either 850nm and or 1300nm When tests are conducted using a power meter and stabilised light source testing in one direction 1s sufficient When tests are conducted using an OTDR testing in both directions is required In both cases 100 of installed links shall be tested In addition to testing link loss an OTDR can give information on link length the insertion loss of individual events in the fibre and in some instruments return loss of individual events An OTDR is also useful for fault finding The test procedure described here complies with the requirements of the generic cabling standards ISO IEC 11801 and EN 50173 11 1 Test equipment requirements The test equipment does not have to be manufactured by 3M although if an OTDR i
17. 107 978 so 24 05 015 095 Layer 08 113 978 500 25 05 015 095 Layer 08 114 978 500 28 05 015 095 Layer 08 115 978 500 30 05 01S 095 Layer 08 122 978 500 40 05 015 095 Layer 09 142 978 500 60 05 015 095 Layer 10 163 978 500 so 05 015 095 Layer 12 218 978 500 so 05 015 095 Unit 12 218 978 500 Issue 3 European Edition 161 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System System components and glossary Table 6 102 Colour code for suitable voice grade cable Pair A wire B wire Pair A wire B wire number number BLUE ORANGE 3 WHITE GREEN 33 BLUE Black GREEN 6 RD ORANGE 8 RED GREEN 38 YELLOW Blue GREEN 9 RED BROWN 39 YELLOW Blue BROWN _ WHITE Orange ORANGE GREEN BROWN GREY BLUE O GREEN BRO GREY BLUE O GREEN BRO BLUE BLACK BLACK BLACK BLACK YELLOW YELLOW YELLOW YELLOW YELLOW WHITE Blue WHITE Blue WHITE Blue WHITE Blue WHITE Blue RED Blue RED Blue RED Blue RED Blue RED Blue WHITE Green WHITE Green WHITE Green WHITE Green WHITE Green GREEN Red GREEN Red GREEN Red GREEN Red GREEN Red GREEN Black GREEN Black GREEN Black S i ce i i S GREY BLUE O GREEN BRO GREY 60 YELLOW Orang GREY BLUE ORANGE GREEN BRO GREY BLUE 96 YELLOW Brown_ BLUE O GREEN 98 YELLOW Brown GREEN BRO 99 YELLOW
18. 10C to 60C lt 0 3dB change 10 55Hz 30min axis lt 0 3dB change 10 55Hz 30min axis lt 0 3dB change 32 2 Tooling A range of special hand tooling is available for installing and maintaining the VF 45 connector 32 2 1 VF 45 Quick install kit The VF 45 Quick Install Kit contains everything required to quickly and easily install the VF 45 socket Cable and fibre strippers polishing and socket assembly fixtures and inspection viewer all contained in a pouch that can be conveniently clipped to the installer s belt Consumables sufficient for the first 500 terminations are included in the kit 32 2 2 VF 45 Maintenance cleaning kit The VF 45 Maintenance Cleaning System keeps the VF 45 interconnect at the just installed level of optical performance The system comprises a spray bottle containing Volition HFE based cleaning fluid and separate attachments designed to interface with the VF 45 plug and socket HFE based cleaning fluid is non flammable and non conductive making the maintenance cleaning kit a convenient quick and effective way of cleaning the fibre end faces Issue 3 European Edition 108 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System System components and glossary Table 6 2 Quick install and maintenance cleaning kits and components VOL 0562 VF 45 quick install kit VF 45 maintenance cleaning kit VF 45 cleaning fluid 473 ml bottle Jac
19. 15 700 10000 tyes Disconnection block ____________ 15 512 00000 tyes Disconnection block _ _ 15 512 00025_ tyes Disconnection block _ _ 15 564 00100_ tyes Disconnection block with abe modules 15 564 00326_ yes Disconnection block with abe modules 15 600 00100 tyes Disconnection block with abe modules Issue 3 European Edition 138 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System System components and glossary 33 3 Module supports 33 3 1 Main distribution frames FAE frame for RCP 8 and 10 pair modules The FAE range of frames is available in heights of 1 44m and 2 3m 78 and 248 modules Cable entry is at the rear of the module The 2 3m frame has a telescopic base making its overall height adjustable between 2 0 and 2 3 m Suitable for 8 pair and 10 pair modules each frame can be mounted independently and spaced according to the room available Cable jumper rings and a PVC cable channel facilitate wire management on the frame For greater density in larger installation frames can be mounted back to back Each frame is equipped as follows Table 6 53 FAE frames Noofleves oo 4 osos ring mm 150mm x 120mm Reversible aluminium profilecover Y Y 2 Red horizontal flowring o YY TD label older PY AS Telescopicbase Y Flooranchoringlugs YA Yo Table 6 54 Accessories for FAE frames Model number Description Size C
20. 3 European Edition 7 3M Telecommunications DesignPlanning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Introduction to structured cabling systems Table 1 1 Terminology differences ISO IEC 11801 ANS TIA EIA 568 A Campus Distributor CD Main Cross Connect MC Building Distributor BD Intermediate Cross Connect IC Floor Distributor FD Horizontal Cross Connect Transition Point TP Transition Point TP or Consolidation Point CP Telecommunications Outlet TO Telecommunications Outlet TO 1 1 1 Structure of generic cabling The generic form of structured cabling takes the form of a hierarchical star an example of which is shown in Figure 1 2 ra campus backbone we building backbone a 7 horizontal e y ZIN TO TO TO como optional cables collapsed backbone centralised cabling optional transition point FD optional floor building distributor Figure 1 2 Hierarchical structure of generic cabling The distributors provide the means to deploy the cabling in a particular topology This is explained in greater detail below 1 1 2 Network topologies Before discussing network topologies it is important to differentiate between physical and logical topologies The physical topology of a network describes the actual route taken by the cable to connect terminals The logical topology describes the communication link between t
21. 34 0 Cable and patchcords 34 1 Horizontal and backbone cable 34 1 1 Volition four pair twisted Category 5E cable Volition four pair twisted Category 5E cable is available in three different constructions unshielded UTP shielded with a foil FTP or screened and shielded with a foil SFTP All Category 5E cables meet or exceed the transmission requirements of ISO IEC 11801 EN 50173 EIA TIA 568 and EN 50167 8 9 They are available with either a low smoke zero halogen LSZH or plenum riser grade sheath material Specification Operation temperature 10 C to 60 C Installation temperature 0 C to 50 C Flame propagation IEC 332 3C Smoke density IEC 61034 Toxic emission CENELEC HD 605 Corrosive gas IEC 60754 1 Material CENELEC HD 624 7 for LSZH cable only Table 6 94 Category 5E UTP cable specification Frequency Attenuation NEXT ACR PS ELFEXT PS Return MHz dB 100m dB dB NEXT dB 100m ELFEXT Loss dB dB km dB C C 1 a 1 70 701 69 70 g 280 i 2 10 60 580 520 55 52 50 280 200 320 380 60 35 4 2 210 Issue 3 European Edition 157 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System System components and glossary Table 6 95 UTP Category 5E FTP cable specification Frequency Attenuation NEXT ACR PS ELFEXT PS Return dB 100m dB dB NEXT dB 100m ELFEXT Loss dB dB Oa l C c e 230 2 4 38 60
22. 971 4266 1575 mmedawar mmm com Netherlands Tel 31 71 5 450 315 Fax 31 71 5 450 378 whanegraafl mmm com Norway Tel 47 63 84 75 00 Fax 47 63 8417 88 bhuseby mmm com Poland Tel 48 22 739 6100 Fax 48 22 739 6003 pszczepanski mmm com Portugal Tel 351 21 313 4500 Fax 351 21 313 4693 ideoliveira mmm com Russia Tel 7 095 784 7474 Fax 095 784 7475 aneustroevammm com Romania Tel 40 21 2028003 Fax 40 21 2243184 aholobanl mmm com Slovakia Tel 421 2 4445 4476 Fax 421 2 4445 4482 lbezak mmm com Spain Tel 34 91 321 61 55 Fax 34 91 321 62 04 volition es mmm com Sweden Tel 46 8 92 22 60 Fax 46 8 92 22 12 niklas blank mmm com Switzerland Tel 411 724 94 21 Fax 41 1 724 93 36 hbuechilammm com Turkey Tel 90 212 350 7641 Fax 90 212 282 1741 teren mmm com Ukraine Tel 380 44 490 5777 Fax 380 44 490 5775 abobrov mmm com United Kingdom Tel 44 1344 866205 or 866225 Fax 44 1344 866309 lhobbs mmm com important Notice 3M does not accept responsibility or liability direct or consequential arising from reliance upon any information provided and the user should determine the suitability of the products for their intended use Nothing in this statement will be deemed to exclude or restrict 3M s liability for death or personal injury arising from its negligence All questions of liability relating to 3M products are governed by the seller s terms of sale sub
23. America there are only twenty four channels in a frame which results in an overall transmission rate of 1 544Mbps the Tl rate 21 2 2 Time division multiplexing TDM This is a technique for transmitting a number of separate digital bit streams simultaneously by interleaving fragments of each stream one after the other It is this way that the El and T1 bit streams are developed and the way in which they can be extended to increase the number of channels being carried simultaneously Table 37 shows the hierarchy of transmission rates Table 4 1 Hierarchy of digital transmission rates Hierarchical level No of voice channels Nominal transfer rate Europe North America Europe North America Mbps E1 T1 30 24 2 1 5 E22 120 96 8 6 3 E3 T3 480 672 34 45 E4 T4 1920 4032 140 274 EH 7 680 21 2 3 Integrated Services Digital Network ISDN ISDN is a digital system which has been available for over a decade The system allows data to be transmitted simultaneously across the world using end to end digital connectivity With ISDN voice and data are carried by bearer channels B channels occupying a bandwidth of 64 kbps Some switches limit B channels to a capacity of 56 Kbps A data channel D channel handles signalling at 16 Kbps or 64 Kbps depending on the service type There are two basic types of ISDN service Basic Rate Interface BRI and Primary Rate Interface PRI BRI consists of two 64 kbps B channels and one 16 kbps D channel for
24. Description Bend Outer Weight Max Fire radius diameter kg km short term loading mm mm load N MJ m 75 VOL IOS92 2 fibre Unitube 55 85 75 1000 VOL 10854 64 94 Fabre URAD 1000 VOL 10856 66 96 bie Ub 1000 Notes 1 Cables with 48 and 72 fibres have a non metallic central strength member 32 5 3 Patchcords Available in a variety of standard lengths 3M may also be able to supply pre terminated patch cables to meet specific requirements Table 6 15 Patchcords Model number VE 45 VF 45 VF 45 ST VE45 SC VF 4S MTRJ VOL V9LI5 VOL T9LI5 VOL COLI S 9 125 um 1 5m VOL V9L6 VOL T9L6 VOL COL6 fT 9 1 25pm m pe VOL MOLIO 9 125pum 10m VOL V9LIS VOL T9LIS VOL COLIS 9 125umjlSm _ VOL V9L30 VOL T9L30 VOL C9L30 f 9 1251 30m VOL V5L1 VOL T5L1 VOL C5L1 VOL M5L1 50 125um 1m VOL V5L1 5 VOL T5L1 5 VOL CS5L1 5 P 50 125 4m 1 5m VOL V5L2 VOL T5L2 VOL C5L2 VOL M5L2 50 125um 2m Issue 3 European Edition 117 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System System components and glossary Table 6 15 Patchcords continued Model number VF 45 VF 45 VF 45 ST VF 45 SC VF 45 MT RJ PVOL V3L6 VOL TSL6_ VOL C3L6 50 125 om eV MSL10 miom VOL V5L30 VOL T5L30 VOL C5L30 P 50 125um 30m 62 5 125um 1m PVOL VOLIS VOL T6LI5 VOL C6LIS gt 62 5 125m 15m _ vovas VOL T6L6 VOL CoL6 e5125m om SO
25. Model number Description Colour Size mm HxWxD P6190 AAA Smoked glassdoor 880K 460 ABS cabinet lockable door for CIPE 2 x 28 P6290 AAA Smoked glass door 480x460 Table 6 67 CIPE accessories Description Europe ES profile 16mm pitch 55mm depth STG 10 pair Wall mounting single profile A Wall mounting single profile o o P24940AA Wall mounting two profiles _ oS o o O P24940AA Set of 5 vertical jumper rings 50x 55mm _ _ _ P26665AA_ Horizontal jumper rings for back mount frame 38x 50 P26675AA_ Horizontal jumper rings for back mount frame 50x70 _ _ QVG wall mounted frame for SID C 10 pair modules Three distribution frames QVG 700 QVG 1000 and QVG 1600 with differing capacities are available The QVG frame can be used for medium to large installations and is constructed and extended modularly using the QRS mounting rail set and wall mounting set QRS mounting set This set contains the mounting rails wire guides for 1000 pairs at the horizontal jumper level a wire guide rail and wire guide rings for the vertical jumper level and all system related mounting material The mounting rail is available in three sizes 700 1000 and 1600 mm The wire guide ring for 1000 pairs is attached to the mounting rail It is possible to add another jumper level by attaching a second ring to the first The design of the distribution frame separates the incoming and outgoing cables from the wire
26. P20326AB 19 cabinet 15U high 717 x 600 x 500 Single 19 wall mounted cabinets Used in small and medium installations Each cabinet is equipped with a front door that can be hinged either from the left or right a lock and a swivel frame Finished in grey RAL 7035 Table 6 78 Single 19 wall mounted housings Model number Description Size mm HxWxD P20101AB 19 cabinet 5U 316 x 600 x 400 P20106AB 19 cabinet 14U 717 x 600 x 400 33 3 4 Floor standing 19 racks BCCS Range A range of 19 racks for general purpose use on customers premises Uprights can be adjusted at the base Finished in light grey RAL 7035 The rack is supplied in kit form with all fittings A full range of accessories is available See separate catalogue for information Features Full rear door with lock and keys Glass front door with lock and keys Perforated top allowing for mounting 4 fans 2 rear uprights to fix pre equipped boxes 2x19 uprights with adjustable depth 5 earth braids 4 mounted lights Table 6 79 BCCS 19 rack Issue 3 European Edition 149 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System System components and glossary QVSL 2000 range The QVSL 2000 range of floor standing 19 racks and cabinets offers a comprehensive solution to housing patch panels and through special adapter frames sub racks SID C and CT STG 2000 and RCP 2000 modules All versions ar
27. SSTP K6 STP IDEAL LANTEK 6 amp 7 Setup Software Standard version amp PC Software Get the latest versions on Ideal Web Site http www idealindustries com 3M Volition Solution Class D Class E Cat 6 GIGA UTP FTP GIGA FTP or FFTP or STP FFTP SSTP GIGA STP CAT6LADP C6 000 lin combination with K6 UTP UTP the 3M Volition patch cords FTP K6 FTP or STP FFTP or SSTP SSTP K6 STP IDEAL LT8600 Setup Software Standard version amp PC Software Get the latest versions on Ideal Web Site http www idealindustries com 3M Volition Solution ClassD Class E Cat 6 Channel Link GIGA UTP FTP GIGA FTP SSTP LT8 CHANNEL in B6IDEAL001 SSTP GIGA STP combination with pe esur or K6 UTP the 3M Volition SSTP K6 STP Issue 3 European Edition 76 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Copper cabling system CP optional FFFFFFFF FFFFFFFF FFFFFFTFF 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 TO FFFFFFFF 33 34 35 37 38 39 40 O O FFFFFFFF 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 oO Master Figure 3 9 Test configuration 20 6 Test report Test results for all links need to be stored and upon completion of the testing a fully documented test report must be produced The contents of RAAN the test report shall include at least the following information system location
28. Table 2 14 Plug in modules for VOL 4000 and VOL 5000 VOL 4001 8 Port 10BaseFL VE 45 VOL 4008 8 port 100BaseFX VEF 45 VOL 4008T 8 port 10 100BaseT TX VF 45 VOL 4100VF 1 port 1000BaseSX VF 45 VOL 4100 LX 1 port 1000BaseLX Dual SC e VOL 5000 The VOL 5000 is a 3U high modular managed switch having eight slots into which a range of modules can be plugged The front panel also includes an RJ45 console port for connection to a PC for configuration purposes Like the VOL 4000 these units can also be stacked to increase the number of ports available Table 2 14 details the modules available 4 1 10 Mini switch dual speed The VOL 1081 is an eight port dual speed mini switch having eight 10 100BaseT TX ports and a single 100BaseFX up link port with the VF 45 interface 4 1 11 Network interface cards Network interface cards are available with VF 45 connector ports eliminating the need for media converters at the workstation The VOL N100VF TX has both a fibre VF 45 and a copper RJ45 port making it an ideal choice when it is known that the network will be upgraded to fibre in the future Table 2 15 details the cards currently available Table 2 15 Network interface cards VOL N1000VF SX VOL N2000VF SX VOL N 1000 SC SX VOL N1000 SC LX VOL N2000 SC LX VOL N1000TX VOL N2000TX VOL N2000 SC SX 1Gbps PCI bus 2 x Duplex SC Issue 3 European Edition 30 3M Telecommunications DesignP
29. The patch panels are variously rated up to 100MHz and 250 MHz making them ideally suited to both voice and data applications Manufactured in sheet steel and finished in grey RAL 7032 powder coating EE EE ee Table 6 83 Volition 19 x 1U patch panels equipped Qmax Model number Description Size mm HxWxD Volition 19 x 1U patch panel 16 ports Qnax total shield Volition 19 x 1U patch panel 24 ports Qmax total shield Volition 19 x 1U patch panel 16 ports Qmax Table 6 84 Accessories for 19 patch panels Qmax Model number 05 636 04000 Volition face plate for punch down patch panel Qmax 05 636 04100 Volition face plate for punch down patch panel Qmax 05 636 04200 Volition face plate for punch down patch panel Qmax 05 636 04300 Volition face plate for punch down patch panel Qmax 79397 51900 SID Punch down tool i ae Issue 3 European Edition 152 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System System components and glossary 33 4 2 19 Sub racks for RCP 2000 STG 2000 and SID QSA modules BCCE sub rack for RCP 2000 modules The BCCE range of sub racks is designed to enable RCP 2000 modules to be fitted into a 19 rack or cabinet Three sizes are available offering a 3U high sub rack with single column of 26 modules a 6U sub rack offering a double column each of 14 modules or a 9U high sub rack offering a double column of 20 modules each Table 6 85 B
30. VOL B612LX 62 5 125um 12 fibre 75 50 5 0 30 0 660 VOL B624LX 62 5 125um 24 fibre 90 60 60 400 1320 VOL B96LX 9 125um6 fibre 75 50 45 250 660 VOL B912LX 9 125um 12 fibre 75 50 50 300 660 VOL B924LX 9 125um 24 fibre 90 60 60 400 1320 Notes l All dimensions and weights are nominal values 2 The short term bend radius 1s under installation conditions 3 Applied to the cable strength member s 4 25 mm in the termination area where the sheath has been removed 5 X denotes the cable length Cable can be ordered in 0 5km 1 0km 1 5km and 2km lengths 6 Cable colour is blue for multimode green for single mode 7 50 125um and 9 125um fibre cables of 12 fibre count and above and 62 5 125um fibre cables of 48 fibre count and above have a central strength member 8 Cables of 48 fibres and above are constructed from sub units similar to the 12 fibre cable Each sub unit contains six 2 fibre tubes 32 5 3 Indoor outdoor backbone cable Available with 50 125um and 62 5 125um multimode or 9 125um singlemode fibre All variants have good resistance against water The cable core is water blocked using a combination of swellable tape and gel filling inside the tubes The colour of multimode cable sheath is blue single mode cable sheath is green Additional construction variations are also available on request Specification Operation and Installation Temperature 30 C to 60
31. Volition Cabling System Copper cabling system 20 4 Performance requirements Each permanent link shall meet the requirements for Class D or Class E link as defined in ISO IEC 11801 Alternatively 1f specified by the customer each permanent link shall meet the requirements for a Category 6 link as defined in EIA TIA 568 The Class D and Class E permanent link requirements are summarised in Tables 3 6 and 3 7 and for Category 5E and 6 link requirements Tables 3 8 and 3 9 It should be noted that values are only given for frequencies of specific interest Between these frequency values the performance requirements must be calculated using the formulae given in ISO IEC 11801 Automatic testers calculate the intermediate values using the software imbedded in the machine and display the results graphically and in tabular format Table 3 6 Class D permanent link performance requirements IL dB RL dB Ss Ss Q Y 5 ma T gt 2 am Maximum Minimum Minimum NEXT dB Minimum PS NEXT Minimum EL FEXT Minimum PS ELFEXT dB Minimum ACR dB Minimum PS ACR dB Maximum Skew ns Maximum Propagation delay Us 1 40 190 60 0 570 586 55 6 56 0 530 44 0 521 100 204 12 0 323 293 186 156 119 89 44 0 491 Note DC loop resistance shall be lt 210 Table 3 7 Class E permanent link performance requirements Frequency MHz Maximum IL dB Minimum RL dB Minimum NEXT dB Minimum P
32. Volition Cabling System Table of Contents 24 0 SAFETY AND PRE INSTALLATION PREPARA TIONS ccccsscsssccscccsccssccccccscccsccsscscccesccsccesces 93 24 LPAI WAY PLANNING ig cacti arcsec A titres 93 YA OME ABICE HANDING Coti 93 DADA Cabe ONTE SAS A ee NR EAA tea a EAB AEA EDR a ip RAR aU 93 DAD CADE 1 DON E a Sas 93 24 2 3 Volition four pair twisted 100Q cable construction and colour codes oooonnnnnnicuccuaaananananananan nono nn nooo 93 24 2 4 High pair count twisted pair cables for backbone and horizontal applications ooonnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnannnss 94 24 BC ABICE PULLING tailandia asas 94 24 3 1 Preparing Volition copper Cable for Pulling ccccccccccccccccccce eee aaa nn nan n anni 95 24 3 2 Preparing voice grade horizontal twisted pair copper cable for pulling oonnnnnnnnnnnnniiinnnnnnnnnnnnnnm 95 24 3 3 Preparing voice grade backbone twisted pair copper cable fOr pulling oonnnnninnnnnnunnnnnnannnanananann nos 95 25 0 INSTALLING COPPER BACKBONE CABLE ccccccssccccecccccccccccccccccccccecccccccccceccccsccccceccccsocccccess 96 221 INS TALIA TION PROCEDURE tdt tias 96 25 2 CABLE PREPARATION IN THE BD DP TERMINATION AREA ccssccesececcesccccceccesccsccsccesccusccsccesceuseeeccaseeuscs 96 25 2 1 Volition four pair twisted 100 2 cable icon siocssen ed das teeesased hd vincbexesasesitsas Wasaaed devisees hese 96 25 2 2 Voice grade backbone twisted pair copper cable oooononininicicicuuuuaaaaananannann nono no
33. a total of 144 kbps This basic service is intended to meet the needs of most individual users PRI is intended for users with greater capacity requirements Typically in the US the channel structure is 23 B channels plus one 64 kbps D channel for a total of 1536 kbps In Europe PRI consists of 30 B channels plus one 64 kbps D channel for a total of 1984 kbps e Basic rate ISDN 2B D Basic Rate ISDN is often also known more technically as a 2B D service This means you get two B channels over each of which you can place or receive a call These B channels run at 64kbps in both directions simultaneously The B channels are also referred to as Bearer channels because they bear or carry the customer s signal The third channel the D channel is there primarily to carry the dialling or signalling information from the ISDN terminal to the public telephone exchange or to the ISDN PBX The Basic Rate D channel runs at 16Kbps Issue 3 European Edition 80 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Copper voice cabling system The service from the serving local exchange 1s usually provided over a single twisted pair e Primary rate ISDN Primary Rate ISDN provides thirty twenty three in the U S B channels each working at 64kbps and a D or dialling channel this time working at 64Kbps The service from the serving local exchange 1s usually provided over a screened copper or fibre o
34. and backbone applications Table 4 9 recommended cable types and sizes for voice only applications Cable construction Conductor Application diameter 2wire Voice 05 Jumperimg 4 wire Voice 0 5 Horizontal 6wie Voice 05 f Horizontal 2x4pairs CategorySE 051 Backbone 8x4pairs CategorySE 051 Backbone 16x4 pairs Category5E 051 f Backbone 40wire Voice 05 Backbone 50wire Voice 05 f Backbone 100 wire Voice 05 Backbone 200 wire Voice 05 Backbone 300 wire Voice 05 Backbone 400 wire Voice 05 Backbone 24 3 Cable pulling Although copper cables are perceived to be stronger and more robust than fibre cables this is not typically true The same general rules apply to both cable types and it is also essential that Volition four pair twisted 100Q copper cables are never subjected to a bend tighter than the minimum bend radius specification and that the maximum pulling load is never exceeded Failure to observe these simple precautions could result in the high frequency performance of the cable being compromised The minimum bend radius varies according to whether the cable is under load during the pulling operation or unloaded after the pulling operation Where a voice only grade of twisted pair cable is being installed the requirements are less stringent The main concern is that the cables should not be subjected to loads that could cause physical damage to the c
35. any circumstances be applied directly to the cable sheath In this case it is important that the load is applied to the cable strength members aramid yarn This will prevent stretching of the cable sheath and possible damage to the fibre A tool can be used to clamp directly onto the exposed aramid yarns and the pulling load applied to the tool In such a case it is usually only necessary to expose about 5cm of aramid yarn Alternatively the following procedure can be adopted Strip the sheaths of the cables approximately 30cm Cut the fibres at the cable jacket Group the aramid yarn into two bunches Weave the two bunches to create a loop twisting the ends Place the pulling rope through the loop and tie a knot Tape the end along with the rope to make a smooth and compact pulling end PE ai aa oka 5 4 2 Preparing Volition fibre backbone cable for pulling The construction of the backbone cable makes the cable sheath less susceptible to being stretched and if the route is short lt 30m and straight this will only require the cable end to be wrapped over the sheath with tape together with a rope Issue 3 European Edition 41 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Fibre cabling system The transition between the end of the cable and the rope should be as smooth as possible to prevent 1t getting caught As a guide backbone cables of 48 fibres and above are normally installed ind
36. combined far end crosstalk statistical on a receiver pair from all the far end disturbing pairs operating simultaneously propagation delay Propagation delay is the time taken for the signal to travel along the transmission medium pull cord A cord or wire placed within a raceway and used to pull wire and cable through the raceway pull strength See pulling load pulling load The pulling force that can be applied to the strength member s of a cable without affecting specified characteristics for the cable quad A cable element comprising four insulated conductors twisted together Two diametrically facing conductors form a transmission pair rearrangement An action taken to replace add adapt or remove existing premises wiring system components record A collection of detailed information related to a specific element of the telecommunications infrastructure record drawing as built A plan on paper that graphically documents and illustrates the installed telecommunications infrastructure in a building or portion thereof report A presentation of a collection of information from the various records return loss RL Return loss is a measure of the reflected energy It is usually expressed as a ratio in decibels to the energy being transmitted Return loss in fibres is normally caused by changes in the refractive index of the material through which the signal 1s passing e g at the glass air boundary at a connector In
37. electromagnetic interference due to 360 contact on cable braids using a single earthing plane The BCC 16 24 32 and 48 port patch panels support the RJ45 Giga connector and offer an advantage over integrated punch down patch panels since in the case of failure of one of the connectors it can easily be replaced without having to remove the entire panel A wide range of options is available including coloured identification plates to aid port identification and security The BCC 16 24 32 and 48 K6 patch panels support the KS5E and K6 RJ45 jacks which feature keystone mounting Two versions are available the Classic which includes a cable support shelf and the Economic which does not have any support for the cable and must be used in conjunction with rack mounted cable management features Table 6 81 BCC 19 patch panels Issue 3 European Edition 151 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System System components and glossary Table 6 82 Accessories for BCC 19 patch panels Model number P33240BE Coloured faceplate bag of 8 P33240JA Coloured faceplate bag of 8 Y ellow P33240RE Coloured faceplate bag of 8 P33405AA 1U Cable management panel plastic guides Beige Omax range of 19 patch panels A range of 16 and 24 port 1U patch panels for mounting individual RJ45 Giga jacks or with punch down IDC connection blocks mounted on a printed circuit board
38. firmly in both hands with the ring cut between the hands Separate the cable sheath end from the main cable Cut the aramid yarn flush with the end of the cable sheath do not cut the GRP rod Pull the end of the cable sheath with the aramid yarn from the cable and discard Cut the GRP rod flush with the end of the cable sheath Follow the instructions included with the patch panel splice box or socket termination kit ee ae ee a In some cases it may be necessary to remove the cable sheath in small sections 6 2 2 Indoor outdoor cable with aramid yarn or glass reinforced plastic GRP strength members Follow the same procedure as given in paragraph 6 2 1 However as this cable is filled with grease before attempting to install it into a patch panel or splice box the grease should be removed using a suitable solvent It is particularly important to ensure that the VF 45 Quick Install Kit does not become contaminated with grease 6 2 3 Indoor outdoor cable with glass yarn Follow the same procedure as given in paragraph 6 2 2 However the glass yarn makes the sheath much more difficult to remove and therefore it is most likely that 1t will have to be removed in several short sections As before pay particular attention to ensure that all traces of grease are removed from the fibres and the tubes in which they are contained 6 2 4 Indoor outdoor cable with corrugated steel armouring As this cable incorporates layer s of s
39. heights 2400mm or 2800mm and are suitable for medium to large installations Available either as a basic frame or as an extension frame all versions are suitable for ID 3000 SID C and SID CT modules Each frame is supplied with a set of guard bars a mounting rail a set of cable shelves a set of contact plates and an earthing kit esiin PALLET Issue 3 European Edition 141 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System System components and glossary Table 6 61 ID multi frame Using ID 3000 blocks H x W x D line side in 8 columns standing line side in 8 columns line side in 8 columns standing line side in 8 columns line side in 8 columns mount line side in 8 columns line side in 8 columns mount line side in 8 columns Table 6 62 Accessories for ID multi frame Cable clamps for cable diameters 14 0 15 0 mm 33 3 2 Small distribution frames RIBE frames for RCP 8 pair modules Six heights of RIBE frames are available offering capacities ranging from 288 to 1984 pairs All frames are for rear cable entry modules only Made from aluminium with aluminium covers they are specially designed for cables carrying frequencies up to 100MHz The frame incorporate vertical wire management rings for cable management and allow flat symmetrical cabling allowing for jumpering wires used for voice services Issue 3 European Edition 142 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and
40. http www flukenetworks com 3M Volition Solution ClassD Class E Cat 6 Cables Jacks Cords Permanent Link Channel Link FTP GIGA FTP or DSP LIA101S amp DSP STP PEO PMO3 SSTP DSP LIAO12S or SSTP GIGA STP DSP LIAO13 in DSP LIA1015 amp PM02 combination with the K6 UTP or DSP LIAIOIS amp 3M Volition patch PM25 cords Et Ke FTP or STP FFTP or DSP LIA101S amp DSP au SSTP SSTP K6 STP FLUKE OMNISCANNER LT I amp II Setup Software Standard version amp PC Software Get the latest versions on Fluke Networks Web Site http www flukenetworks com 3M Volition Solution Class D Class E Cat 6 GIGA UTP 8262 02 or 8262 42 GIGA FTP or OMNI LIALO1S amp DSP TP a PM03 FFTP S Sp SSTP GIGA STP OMNLLIALOIS amp In combination with K6 UTP PMO2 or OMNI the 3M Volition LIA101S amp PM25 patch cords ETE ie FTP or STP FFTP or Em K6 STP Issue 3 European Edition 75 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Copper cabling system AGILENT WIRESCOPE 350 Setup Software Standard version amp PC Software Get the latest versions on Agilent Web Site http www agilent com 3M Volition Solution Class D Class E Cat 6 GIGA FTP or mero or oe SSTP N2604A 100 in SSTP GIGA STP combination with _ _ _ _ N2604 063 a uTP K6UTP UTP UTP the 3M Volition FTP patch cords K6 FTP or STP FETP or FFTP or SSTP
41. jumpers Issue 3 European Edition 144 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System System components and glossary Wall mounting rail set Available in 550 mm and 750 mm lengths the wall mounting rail set is required for fixing the QRS to the wall the set contains two mounting rails with four tail pieces plus mounting material The tail pieces are used to fix the mounting rails to the wall and reduce the amount of bridging pieces required The space between the mounting rails can be adjusted by using slide nuts Cables are clamped using cable ties or hoop clamps aperture width 16 mm The QVG 700 frame is constructed from the following parts Table 6 68 QVG 700 frame 41096 56500 QRS 700 mounting rail kit 41096 562 00 Wire guide rail kit 700 41036 526 25 Cable channel kit 552 79096 569 25 FlexiRail QRS for SID C 34 modules and SID CT 26 modules The QVG 1000 frame is constructed from the following parts Table 6 69 QVG 1000 frame 41096 56600 QRS 1000 mounting rail kit FlexiRail QRS for SID C 46 modules and SID CT 36 modules The QVG 1600 frame is constructed from the following parts Table 6 70 QVG 1600 frame 41096 56700 QRS 1600 mounting railkit 41096 56400 Wire guide rail kit 1600 1000 41036 535 25 Cable channel kit 1500 79096 562 25 FlexiRail QRS for SID C 90 modules and SID CT 70 modules Issue 3 European Edition 145 3M Telecomm
42. not used consideration should be given to using a break away swivel If a winch is used in the pulling operation a break away swivel should always be used and the pulling load applied to the cable strength member Cables for different purposes e g power and data cables should not be in the same bundle See Figure 2 10 Not recommended Recommended Power cablin E Auxiliary circuits IT cabling Sensitive l Figure 2 10 Separation of cables in cable pathways Issue 3 European Edition 43 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Fibre cabling system Finally ensure that the cable is secured on each floor Generally a split mesh grip that is connected to a bolt on the floor above is used to support the cable 6 2 Cable preparation in the CD BD FD termination area The procedure for preparing the cable will depend on the cable type and construction Care should be taken to ensure that the fibres are not damaged during this operation 6 2 1 Indoor cable with aramid yarn or glass reinforced plastic GRP strength members 1 Ensure there is sufficient length of cable at the rack to reach the patch panel or splice box and trim any strength members flush with the end of the cable Ensure the cable sheath cutter is correctly adjusted so as not to damage the fibre tubes Measure and cut through the cable sheath at a distance of 1 0m from the cable end Hold the cable
43. of Generic Cabling none cover the provision of voice cabling in any detail Figure 1 1 shows the structure of generic cabling given in ISO IEC 11801 but this cannot be easily applied to the voice model Figure 4 1 shows a typical structure for voice cabling Issue 3 European Edition 78 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Copper voice cabling system ee BD nc FD MDF PABX MDF ID gt DP TO telephone nn ue GH El d SSS work area cabling backbone cabling horizontal cabling Voice cabling system Figure 4 1 Structure of voice cabling Where MDF Main Distribution Frame IDF Intermediate Distribution Frame PABX Private Automatic Branch Exchange DP Distribution Point TO Telecommunications Outlet Cross Connect Point Note that in the figure the BD is expanded to show the MDF and PABX the DP now represents the FD 21 1 1 Voice network topologies Unlike the situation with data voice cabling systems have always followed a simple point to point star topology as shown in Figure 3 21 2 Network Protocols Fundamentally voice networks can carry two types of signal analogue or digital Analogue signals are essentially for voice transmission but can also be used with the addition of a modem for the transfer of data e g Group 3 fax The signal is usually carried over a single pair of conductors Digital signals have the advantage that they c
44. pair Blue grey C252812A STG2 O2 8 Switching module 8 pair Blue grey C252825A STG2 U2 10P Grey grey protection protection protection protection protection protection protection protection C252820A STG2 C2 10 PU Disconnection module 10 pair w single pair White grey protection C252802A STG2 C28 PU Disconnection module 8 pair w single pair White grey protection C252832A STG2 02 10 PU Blue grey protection C252814A Switching module 8 pair w single pair Blue grey protection Issue 3 European Edition 126 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System System components and glossary Table 6 31 STG 2000 for Euro 8 and Euro 10 back mount frames Model number C252827A STG2 U2 K10 Connection module 10 pair C252809A STG2 U2 K8 Connection module 8 pair Grey C252821A STG2 C2 K10 Disconnection module 10 pair White grey C252803A STG2 C2 K8 Disconnection module 8 pair White grey C252833A STG2 O2 K10 Switching module 10 pair Blue grey C252815A STG2 O2 K8 Switching module 8 pair Blue grey protection protection protection protection protection protection PU protection PU protection C252823A STG2 C2 K10 Disconnection module 10 pair w single pair White grey PU protection C252805A STG2 C2 K8 Disconnection module 8 pair w single pair White grey protection PU C252835A STG2 O2 K10 Switching module 10 pair w single pair Blue grey PU prot
45. power output to the power input and measured in decibels dB attenuation to crosstalk ratio ACR The ratio of the power of the received signal attenuated by the media to the power of the near end crosstalk NEXT from the local transmitter expressed in decibels backbone The part of a network that carries the heaviest traffic backbone cable See backbone balanced cable A cable comprising one or more metallic symmetrical cable elements twisted pairs or quads bridge A device that connects two or more networks and forwards packets between them building backbone cable A cable that connects the building distributor to a floor distributor Intra building backbone cables may also connect floor distributors in the same building building distributor BD A distributor in which the building backbone cable s terminate s and at which connections to campus or other incoming cables can be made building entrance facility A facility that provides all necessary mechanical and electrical services complying with all relevant regulations for the entry of telecommunications cables into a building cabinet telecommunications An enclosure used for terminating telecommunications cables wiring and connection devices with a hinged cover cable element The smallest construction unit e g copper pair copper quad or single fibre in a cable cable run A length of installed media which may include other components along its path cablin
46. special supports from the floor to the structure above For pre cast panels planks and metal decks support all communication cables to the satisfaction of the owner s representative Provide heavy gauge steel mounting plates for mounting contract work Mounting plates shall span two or more studs The size gauge and strength of any mounting plates used shall be sufficient for the size weight and desired rigidity of the cable s being installed Issue 3 European Edition 62 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Copper cabling system 13 2 1 Building distributors EIA TIA 569A gives details of the recommended space requirements for building distributors Table 2 16 suggests alternative floor area sizes more suitable to the European market 13 2 2 Patch panels racks and cabinets for backbone cabling Refer to paragraphs 4 1 4 and 4 1 5 for information on patch panels and 13 1 3 for information on racks and cabinets suitable for use in BDs and CDs for backbone applications Issue 3 European Edition 63 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Copper cabling system SECTION 2 INSTALLATION AND TESTING 14 0 Safety and pre installation preparations The following paragraphs are written to ensure a quick error free installation that minimises risk to the installer his equipment and the end user It covers matters relating to safety u
47. such a way that the outlets will be readily accessible and the outlets shall be positioned such that the plug on the patchcord can easily be inserted into the jack provided A high density of outlets will enhance the flexibility of the installation Issue 3 European Edition 88 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Copper voice cabling system Table 4 7 Telecommunications outlet selection table Outlet type Options Material Mounting Dimensions mm W x Hx D PBM2 box For two 45 x 45 modules Surface 80 x 150 x 42 Box For one 50mm x50mm module ABS Surface 65x65x48 Box For3x2modulemounting plates ABS Surface 132 x 170 x 60 Mounting plate 45mm x 45mm format ABS Mounting plate 50mm x 50mm format ABS J ___ ee a a eae Box Simglerowoffour45x45 Aluminium Aluminium 80x 230x 48 _ Box Simglerowofseven45x45 Aluminium Aluminium 80x 365 x 48 Box Simglerowoftwo50x50_ Aluminium Aluminium 80x 155 x 48 _ Box Single row of four 50x50 Aluminium Aluminium 80x 255 x 48 Box Doublerowofseven45x45 Aluminium Aluminium 120 x 365 x 60_ Box DoublerowofthreeS0x50_ Aluminium Aluminium 120 x 185 x 60 Box DoublerowoffiveS0x50 Aluminium Aluminium 120 x 275 x 60_ Box DoublerowofsevenS0x50 Aluminium Aluminium 120 x 365 x 60 23 2 Backbone cabling The backbone cable is the second element of the voice system to be considered Fro
48. testing date name of person s performing test performance details of each link tested Issue 3 European Edition TI 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Copper voice cabling system PART 4 COPPER VOICE CABLING SYSTEM SECTION 1 DESIGN AND PLANNING 21 0 Introduction to voice cabling systems Although this section deals specifically with voice cabling many of the market drivers that have lead to the development of structured cabling for data transmission are just as relevant The requirement for flexibility in office space places just as much demand on the voice cabling system as it does on the data cabling system Each access point must deliver voice as well as data and 1t must be possible to rearrange telephones and workstations quickly without having to dismantle wall or ceiling voids The result of this is that the cabling system used for carrying voice 1s very often installed alongside the data cabling system with the telephone jack either co located in the same outlet as the data point or adjacent to it When installing a Volition fibre cabling system the installer has two options with regard to the structure of the voice system and two options with regard to the type of cable he uses The type of fibre system being installed will influence the most suitable option in each case If a distributed architecture is being used for the fibre data network then it is recommended that a di
49. the European Standard EN 50173 define a permanent link and a channel The permanent link 1s the permanently installed part of the cabling The channel is the full end to end connection including the equipment and work area cables note however that the channel does not include the loss attributable to the equipment connectors See figure 2 11 taken from Figure 7 in EN 50173 Channel Specification EQP Equipment in FD FD Floor Distributor C Connection S Splice TE Terminal Equipment Figure 2 11 Permanent link and channel definition Notes 1 The link the permanently installed part contains two VF 45 connections not connectors 2 The link is allowed to have two splices This facilitates implementations with pigtails but is not necessary with the VF 45 socket which is field terminateable However one splice could be present in the installation in the transition between building backbone and horizontal cables 3 The channel and therefore the generic cabling does not include the connections to the equipment on both ends of the link because these connections are considered to be application specific gTM 11 4 Testing procedure Because of the plug and socket arrangement of the VF 45 the following procedures must be adopted 11 4 1 Light source and power meter First ensure all plugs and sockets on the links to be tested and the reference leads to be used are clean In addition to the reference leads the pat
50. the Volition Cabling System System components and glossary 33 5 Wall and floor outlets 33 5 1 Wall outlets RJ 45 faceplate incorporating shielded jack A range of surface mounting and flush mounting faceplates that incorporate a shielded RJ45 Giga RJ 45 jack Flush mount versions are supplied with a rear box manufactured from zamack and fixing screws All versions have an integral dust cover over the jack aperture Table 6 87 Volition sockets and faceplates Model number 60 516 02025 Volition flush mounted socket 2 ports Qmax RAL1010 60 016 03025 Volition surface mounted single shielded socket 2 ports Qmax RAL1010 60 5 16 04000 Volition German flush mounted 50 x 50 faceplate 2 ports Giga RAL 1013 Volition German flush mounted 50 x 50 faceplate 2 ports Giga RAL 1010 Volition German surface mounted 50 x 50 faceplate 2 ports Giga RAL 1013 Volition German surface mounted 50 x 50 faceplate 2 ports Giga RAL 1013 Volition German flush mounted faceplate 2 ports keystone beige Volition German flush mounted faceplate 2 ports keystone white Volition German surface mounted faceplate 2 ports keystone beige Volition German surface mounted faceplate 2 ports keystone white RJ 45 faceplate incorporating shielded RJ45 K6 jack Table 6 88 Volition faceplates including RJ45 K6 jack VOL SGSW WIK Volition surface mounted socket with 1 x RJ45 K6 jacks keystone white Issue 3 European Edition 154 3M Telecommunications Design Pl
51. used to ensure the minimum bend radius of the patch cable is not exceeded Issue 3 European Edition 2 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Copper cabling system Table 3 2 Patch panel requirements Work Stations 19 Rack Space u 19 Rack Space u including cable management panel 13 1 3 19 Racks and cabinets for floor distributors There are two ranges of 19 racks the BCCS range which is available in three heights and 800 x 800 and 600 x 800 formats and the QVSL 2000 range which is available a number of heights in both free standing and wall mounting versions The QVSL 2000 range of floor standing 19 racks and cabinets offers a comprehensive solution to housing patch panels and through special adapter frames sub racks STG 2000 and RCP 2000 modules which are both rated up to Category 5E performance All versions are manufactured from sheet Y steel and finished in a grey RAL 7022 powder coating Lockable doors are provided front and back and the front door is A attractively finished with a smoked glass viewing panel The QVSL Basic rack is 2m 42U high for smaller installations the QVSL Mini that is just QVSL Compact 1 1m 20U high is available If space is limited and neither of these options is acceptable then there is also the QVSL Compact family of wall mountable cabinets to select from with cabinets ranging in height from 6U to 15U Tab
52. variety of configurations see 13 1 2 Table 4 2 shows the maximum density that can be obtained using the 43018 632 30 25 ports in 1U and 43018 633 30 50 ports in 1U Category 3 patch panels Note that it is also permitted to install Category 5E 6 patch panels if desired and if the appropriate cable is being used This will result in a lower port density being achieved depending on the patch panel being used It is essential that adequate patchcord management features be provided to ensure minimum bend radius specifications of the patchcord are not exceeded These features can be provided on the front face of the rack using the P33340AA0000 1U and or P33345AA0000 2U cable management panels 1U of cable management space should be provided for every 25 ports to be patched Alternatively if 800mm wide racks are being used from the QVSL range cable management rings that locate on each side of the rack should be used Table 4 2 Patch panel requirements 19 Rack space U Rack space U 19 Rack space U Rack space U using including cable using including cable 43018 632 30 management 43018 633 30 and management 43018 632 30 lt 25 23 1 4 Punch down blocks for distribution points Using punch down blocks modules at the DP will result in the greatest AAA port density A variety of modules are available and part 6 describes each E type in detail It is essential to choose the correct mounting frame for the 1
53. zero halogen sheath In both cases the sheath is coloured green Category 5E and Category 6 cables are constructed as shown in Figures 3 5 and 3 6 The installation specification for each is shown in table 3 4 Detailed specifications for each cable are included in Part 6 Issue 3 European Edition 64 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Copper cabling system Unshielded twisted pair UTP Foil twisted pair FTP Screened foil twisted pair SFTP PVC or LSZH sheath Tinned copper braid Aluminium shield 7 ne 00 oc LoS 7 Net A x l V l M XS of 7 N a _ VD A A A A M Tinned coppef drain wire Water repellent tape 0 51mm copper 0 51mm copper Polyethylene insulation 0 9mm Figure 3 5 Category 5E cable constructions PVC or LSZH sheath Tinned copper braid Aluminium shield Tinned copper drain wire ea PA NAAA LEN a A a ae Water repellent tape 0 53mm copper 0 63mm copper Polyethylene insulation 1 2mm Y Figure 3 6 Category 6 cable constructions Issue 3 European Edition 65 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Copper cabling system Table 3 4 Horizontal copper cable installation specification Cable type Minimum bend Nominal cable Nominal cable Maximum pulling radius mm diameter mm weight kg km load N
54. 11 6 17 4 1 8 Workstation media converters All workstation media converters require a separate power supply therefore 1t 1s j essential to plan extra power outlets at the workstation je iom Table 2 12 Workstation media converters Description Media converter type Power supply Power outlet required VOL 0201 10BaseT RJ45 10BaseFL VOL M100FX 100BaseTX RJ45 100BaseFX 4 1 9 Ethernet and fast Ethernet switches The following switches are currently available e VOL 0215 The VOL 0215 is a 1U high 10BaseFL managed switch having twenty four VF 45 ports one 10BaseT 100BaseTX fixed up Sworn link port and one slot for a fibre up link module The front panel also includes an RJ45 console port for connection to a PC for configuration purposes The following up link modules are available for the VOL 0215 switch en Table 2 13 Uplink modules for VOL 0215 VOL 0217 UPL TX 10 100BaseT Tx RJ45 VOL 0219 UPL 100VF 100BaseFX VF 45 Issue 3 European Edition 29 3M Telecommunications DesignPlanning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Fibre cabling system e VOL 4000 The VOL 4000 is a 1 5U high modular managed switch having four slots into which a range of modules can be plugged The front panel also includes an RJ45 console port for connection to a PC for configuration purposes These units can be stacked to increase the number of ports available Table 2 14 gives details of the modules available
55. 2 cccccccssccssccccccsccsscccccccccecces 104 30 0 SYSTEM ADMINIS ERATION A adi s 104 SUL HABE IG LUING area ean ainda cesos 104 SOZ RECORD scien ese Aiea a ci Ae eaten A Oe net ncn is i ts des oe an cs encod tas Ante Fann Mua ee ee ao Acne A 104 SLOWARRAN TO ata 105 Sel SUMMARY la AN A A A a 105 31 2 WARRANTY APPLICATION PROCEDURE ui A A ds 106 3 13 WARRANTY DEVIATION A A AA A A di tc 107 PART 6 SYSTEM COMPONENTS AND GLOSSARY 2 cccccscssscsssccsccsscccscccccssccesccsscesccsccssccssccscseces 108 32 0 VOLITION FIBRE SYSTEM COMPONENT SS ccccssccssccsscsccccscccscccsccsccssccccccssccssccsccssccecccscescees 108 32 1 THE VF 45 SMALL FORM FACTOR SFF CONNECTOR c cccssscsssessssessvscscscscscececsessvevavavasacacscncnseseseavevens 108 P A OO E AR 108 Issue 3 European Edition 5 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Table of Contents IAN AA E O 108 322 2 a A Moher E E E E ROEE E 108 ISOT SIN e a A etd Gla AA ale 109 DZ Sl IMAC Mouni PACA DANS re E odas eo aio Cie 109 S252 Vall Mouni PAC AAN a E a caasete eee dat iitie hati ea aletle Se 110 LD WV IN OUNESDILCE DONES A traida eco iid E OUTLET LO EA a ected Westen ents edi a sre as oi dad ees doles vane estes tae 111 SU UE A ni Aisha E aera aia dehds ce AA a 11l 3242 T lush mount onl elisen a a Oeil sh ieee 112 32 d OF Urre Ouilet aa a ah oe a a a eM uae seal heal late eal Tits aul 112 32 4 4 Blanking plug
56. 2 Available in 10 and 20 pair versions this system is compatible with the Krone LSA system The Series 1 modules can be screw fixed into small distribution units The fixing dimensions for the 10 and 20 pair modules are 96 or 170 mm respectively according to DIN 47608 parts 1 and 2 Earthing modules for 44 or 84 wires complete the product range The Series 2 modules are available in connection and disconnection formats for mounting on back mount frames Issue 3 European Edition 129 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System System components and glossary Table 6 37 QSA Series 1 and 2 specification Technical data QSA 1 QSA 2 yes yes Disconnection modules yes Earthing modules 10 pair modules 20 pair modules Wire diameter mm 0 40 0 80 0 40 0 80 Overall diameter over insulation mm 0 70 1 50 0 70 1 50 Number of re terminations 0 6540 wire Number of re terminations 0 80 wire Volume resistance MQ lt 10 lt 10 Table 6 38 QSA series 1 modules Model number Part Dimensions mm Colour W x Hx D 79101 51740 Connection module 1 0pr 105 x 26 21 5 79101 518 40 Connection module 20pr 178 x 26 x 25 5 79101 533 40 Earthing module 44 wires 105 x 26 x 21 5 79101 53440 Earthing module 84 wires 178 x 26 x 25 5 Table 6 39 QSA series 2 modules Model number Description Dimensions mm Colour WxHxD 79101 510 40 Connection module 10pr
57. 3 Volition horizontal fibre cable fibre colour codeci iini 36 5 3 4 Volition indoor fibre backbone cable construction sheath colour code 36 5 3 5 Volition indoor outdoor fibre backbone cable construction sheath colour Cod oooooonccnncnnnncnnnns 38 CABLE BU DIN Gs o 41 3 4 1 Preparing Volition fibre horizontal cable for pulling a 41 5 4 2 Preparing Volition fibre backbone cable fOr Pulling oonnnonnnnoccccccononnnnnonnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnonnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnonos 41 6 0 INSTALLING VOLITION FIBRE BACKBONE CABLE cccsssssssssssssssccccssscssssssssccssssssssccsssssssssees 43 OT INSTALLATION PROCEDURE ua ollo a eels lados 43 6 2 CABLE PREPARATION IN THE CD BD FD TERMINATION AREA ccccesssseceeeeessceeceeesnneeeeeeesaneeeeeessaeeeeeeeaaes 44 6 2 1 Indoor cable with aramid yarn or glass reinforced plastic GRP strength members ccccccccces 44 6 2 2 Indoor outdoor cable with aramid yarn or glass reinforced plastic GRP strength members 44 6 2 3 Indoor outdoor CADIC WIL plass Varn iiss sick eked idad 44 6 2 4 Indoor outdoor cable with corrugated steel arMOQUTINEZ ooooconnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn 44 7 0 INSTALLING VOLITION FIBRE HORIZONTAL CABLE cccccccooonnnncccnccccccccnccononacononnccccccccccccccnncnnos 45 Tal INSTALLATION PROCEDURE trotar 45 UA A 45 A etapa eae Me ct nce eee etapa att hcl enacts geet aed nay 45 Tad SAE LOOM ESTADIO MESS TENSA tii 45 AAA EE A EE Ee Ee
58. 3M Telecommunications Solutions for Networks Design Planning and Installation Manual It My ha mme Mis 3M Innovation Design Planning and Installation of the 3M Volition Cabling System Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Foreword FOREWORD This manual provides a comprehensive guide to the design planning and installation of the 3M Volition Cabling System for fibre and copper It should be used as a general reference document to supplement the training supplied through one of the 3M approved Volition training courses The manual is divided into six parts as described below Part 1 Introduction to structured cabling systems Includes an overview of various network topologies and a brief description of common protocols Aspects of network design including distributed and centralised architectures are also covered along with an explanation of the various cabling subsystems Frequent references are made to the IEC ISO EN and EIA TIA structured cabling standards Parts 2 and 3 Volition fibre and copper cabling systems Section 1 Design and planning Most situations that a designer will encounter within a single building are covered However no matter how well planned any proposed cabling system design cannot be guaranteed to be the only solution For example different equipment configurations or positioning could result in a more cost effective network implementation Only through
59. 5 10 6 40 2200 320 380 60 35 4 2 210 250 360 360 lt 10 a Table 6 98 Category 6 FTP cable specification Frequency Attenuation NEXT ACR PS ELFEXT PS Return dB 100m dB dB NEXT dB 100m ELFEXT Loss dB dB km dB 720 701 69 7 68 280 3 3 1 60 200 320 380 60 24 250 360 360 e 6 0 4 2 40 8 4 2 Issue 3 European Edition 159 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System System components and glossary Table 6 99 Category 6 SFTP cable specification Frequency Attenuation NEXT ACR PS ELFEXT PS Return MHz dB 100m dB dB NEXT dB 100m ELFEXT Loss dB dB km dB 72 0 701 69 70 68 280 3 o 60 580 520 55 525280 31 25 10 6 100 19 5 43 0 290 40 30 28 23 0 200 320 380 60 o 360 360 lt 10 34 1 3 Twisted pair voice cable This type of cable is designed to handle low frequency signals for short range applications and can be terminated in insulation displacement connectors IDC It may also be soldered or wrapped Containing solid annealed copper conductors these cables can have a concentric layer construction or of a unit construction where the cable is bundled into 10 pair or 20 pair units The pair colour scheme for the cables should comply with the International Electrotechnical Commission IEC recommen
60. 700 range of faceplates is used with model VOL 0250 only It provides mounting for up to 4 RJ45 UTP jacks that use keystone latch panel mounting If no RJ45 mounting is required the VOL 0700 blanking plate must always be used 2 The VOL 0257 is based on the 45mm x 45mm module standard It clips into a mounting grid having an aperture of 45mm x 90mm with a matching face plate e g Legrand part no 303 97 mounted in Legrand 100mm x 50mm trunking part no 300 38 refer The minimum depth requirement for trunking or pillar is 50mm 32 4 4 Blanking plugs for outlets and patch panels Table 6 7 Blanking plugs Model number VOL 0300 Office white VOL 0300B Bright white VOL 0300G VOL 0300BK Issue 3 European Edition 112 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System System components and glossary 32 4 5 Floor box inserts These inserts are designed for use with suspended floor applications where it is required to locate the VF 45 socket in a box at floor level They are available in powder coated sheet steel or plastic Table 6 8 Floor box inserts Model number Number of Number of RJ 45 Type VF 45 ports ports Steel powder coat black Steel powder coat black VOL 0258C 3 3 x Panduit Steel powder coat black VOL 0259A 2 2x 3M Plastic 2 2 32 5 Cable and patchcords Unless otherwise stated all Volition fibre cables are supplied with a low smoke zero halogen sheath The specificati
61. AAA Issue 3 European Edition 39 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Fibre cabling system e Indoor outdoor cable with glass yarn 2 24 fibre cable unitube 48 72 fibre cable loose tube Glass reinforced plastic rod strength member 250um primary coated fibres Loose tubes Central unitube Swellable tape Glass yarn 2 0 mm LSZH sheath 1 5 mm LSZH sheath Glass yarn Figure 2 8 Cable construction For details of colour coding of fibres see tables 2 20 and 2 21 e Indoor outdoor cable with corrugated steel armouring 2 24 fibre cable unitube 48 72 fibre cable loose tube 250um primary Glass reinforced plastic rod strength member coated fibres N TO J DE Central unitube Strength members Swellable wrapping tape pa Corrugated steel tape 1 5 mm LSZH sheath 1 5 mm LSZH sheath orrugated steel tape Figure 2 9 Cable construction For details of colour coding of fibres see tables 2 20 and 2 21 Issue 3 European Edition 40 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Fibre cabling system 5 4 Cable pulling Although Volition fibre horizontal cable is significantly lighter and the diameter much smaller than four pair twisted copper cable it can be installed in a similar way However it is essential that all Volition cables are never subjected to a bend tighter th
62. Brown BROWN GREY BLUE ORANGE GREEN 2 3 5 6 l 8 9 0 l 2 3 5 6 7 8 9 l 2 3 5 S 66 gt B 69 Issue 3 European Edition 162 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System System components and glossary Table 6 102 Colour code for suitable voice grade cable continued Pair A wire B wire Pair A wire B wire number number BROWN GREY 76 YELLOW Green ORANGE GREEN BROWN 80 YELLOW Green GREY 110 GREY Red_ GREY 81 WHITE Brown BLUE 111 GREY Black BLUE WHITE Brown BROWN 114 GREY Black 84 GREY 86 RED Brown BLUE _ 116 YELLOW Grey BLUE ORANGE E 200 ee S 2 RED Brown BROWN YELLOW Grey BROWN RED Brown GREY YELLOW Grey GREY RED Brown GREEN YELLOW Grey GREEN Note Uppercase letters indicate the base colour of insulation lower case indicates bands applied to the base 34 2 Patchcords 34 2 1 RJ45 to RJ45 1000 Table 6 103 Volition Category 5e RJ45 to RJ45 LSOH patch cables UTP Category SE LSOH FTP Category 5E LSOH SFTP Category 5E LSOH m VOL 5EUL L2 VOL 5EFL L2 VOL 5ESFL L2 VOL SEUL L3 VOL 5EFL L3 VOL 5ESFL L3 VOL 5EUL L5 VOL 5EFL L5 VOL 5ESFL L5 Table 6 104 Volition Category 5e RJ45 to RJ45 PVC patch cables conten a UTP Category 5E PVC m PVOL SEUP LO S5 ST PVOL SEUP LI S i YO oOo VOL 5EUP L2 a ee VOL SEUP L3 LO AAA VOL SEUP LS A O E Issue 3 European Edition 163 3M Telecommunicatio
63. C 2 24 fibres 40 C to 60 C 48 72 fibres Flame Propagation IEC 332 1 Smoke Density IEC 61034 Toxic Emission CENELEC HD 605 Corrosive Gas IEC 60754 1 60754 2 Material CENELEC HD 624 7 Issue 3 European Edition 115 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System System components and glossary e Indoor outdoor backbone cable with aramid yarn for tensile strength Cable construction fully dielectric for immunity against lightning All tubes containing fibres are gel filled for protection against water The cable core 1s protected against water ingress by a swellable tape UV stabilised sheath makes the cable suited for outdoor use Table 6 12 shows the details for 50 125um 62 5 125um 9 125um aramid yarn indoor outdoor cable Table 6 12 Specification for indoor outdoor backbone cable with aramid yarn Model number Description Bend Outer Weight Fire radius diameter kg km o aa res ao a load N E VOL IOA52 62 9 2 fibre Unitube 100 Goo 30 1000 o 9 VOL IOA54 64 94 ib Unitube 1000 VOL 10A56 66 96 ERTAN 1000 VOL IOA524 624 924 24 fibre Unitube 100 f8 35 1000 10 VOL 10A548 648 948 48 fibre Loose tube 210 105 90 1800 24 VOL IOA572 672 972 72 fibre Loose tube 210 105 90 1800 23 Notes 1 Cables with 48 and 72 fibres have a non metallic central strength member e Indoor outdoor backbone cable with glass yarn for rodent protection Glass yarn acts as rod
64. CCE sub racks Model number P33040AA BCCE El sub rack 1 Column 26 Modules vertical P33050AA BCCE E2 sub rack 2 Column 14 Modules horizontal P33060AA BCCE E3 sub rack 2 Column 20 Modules horizontal FlexiRail sub rack for SID C SID CT and QSA modules The FlexiRail sub rack is for SID C SID CT and QSA 5 modules and mounts in a 19 rack or cabinet Two types are j available offering a 3U high sub rack with module mounting SP columns for SID or QSA modules Cable jumper rings are gt o located along the top and bottom edges of the sub rack A Model number 43026 507 00 19 FlexiRail SID C Capacity 240 pairs 43026 508 00 19 FlexiRail LSA Plus Capacity 190 pairs Sub rack for 10 pair STG 2000 SID CT and QSA modules Available in six sizes to accommodate a maximum of 21 modules these sub racks are either mounted back from the front face of the rack recessed or level with the front face of the rack flush Table 6 86 Sub racks for SID CT and QSA modules 3 columns maximum of 4 modules SID C column recessed 3 columns maximum of 4 modules SID C column flush 3 columns maximum of 6 modules SID C column recessed 3 columns maximum of 6 modules SID C column flush 3 columns maximum of 8 modules SID C column recessed 3 columns maximum of 8 modules SID C column flush Issue 3 European Edition 153 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of
65. CTURE cccceceeeeesessessssnnnceceeeeceeeeeeeeesessssssaaaaeeeees 12 R EE S 010 EEE E E A A E N RT CT MND Me E E NE ME A E EZ Za ner andadminis ralon SAVINGS platessa Si 13 22 CABLING SYSTEMS AND SUBS YS EMS csi 13 Zl FI OPI ZONIGT CODING SOS OS Midas 13 222 BULIGING backbone CADIING SUDS STCIT tatiana 13 Zt CAMPUS CADNO SUDE OS TC soer E E NN 13 22 A Centralised CODING OP CNIL CCID lic 14 25 INTERENCES TO TEE CABLING SY STE Md ds 15 ZA LY PICA SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS sd sei O 15 LL YOMO IDE SMN a E E EE AEE i 16 LADY OUN ON CODES US TN pr ARORA SEA EAE 17 PART 2 FIBRE CABLING SYSTEM oeiia a a e AE a aa E ici 19 SECTION T DESIGN ANDE LAN NE Goiania aaron a aa N 19 OLINE DESIGN GRITE RIA nio od 19 Did AN A A ti 19 TOPU lo A UI A ee 20 De CHAMANES A AA A a 21 DS AO ORAL CONECTO lt dos e 22 Jo USE ON MEDIA CON VER TE RS tintos tree a ciclo acto icoiads 22 3 0 USE OF ETHERNET AND FASTETHERNET SWITCHES petita leia e oie ZL UE E 1 Cre et eee ea ee eo ee EE eR PT oe en Pere net ere Reo 22 O EE T E T E E sell praia 23 4 KPCEANNING GUIDELINE S ceo oe 24 41 HORIZONTAL TIBRE CABCIN G daa 24 LO O S T ONS A A T A 25 Lo dran ODONIS ieaS T AE a E T aci n 23 4 1 3 Wall mount and under floor splice boxes for transition points 29 AR Patchpaneel OF Joor IIS IDULOTS iee a a aa a e ae EN 26 4 1 5 Wall mount patch panels for floor AISTIDULOS lt lt ins 27 Issue 3 European Edition 1 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installa
66. E lloc cian 155 93 01 Urna Ce mount DOXeS mi did 155 JAV CABLE AND PATCHCORDS voiran E A E NOA 157 34 HORIZONTAL AND BACK BONE CABLE corenta A a 157 34 1 1 Volition four pair twisted Category SE cable uoiininicccccucaaoaoconononnnnnnnnnnononnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn nono nnnnnnnos 137 34 1 2 Volition four pair twisted Category 6 cable ooooooococcccccnnnnncnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnoss 158 ALS ASC UIE VOICE A lides 160 AZ PATE IC ORDS setae as Select o e da Dee es aha tla de tad Dac dos Os oh e tase a tek 163 DAL A ARIAS AO RJA GJ OOO asics cst cl ocala ternal ola acevo Na ware eaabeoeri E T 163 34 2 2 CBE to CBE for use with RCP 2000 modules ooooooonononoconononocanononnnnnnnnnnnonnnnnnnnnnnnnnonnnnnnonononnnnnos 164 De a LOS SAY rasa 165 5 ACRONYMS AND ABBREVIATIONS cit a id 173 S02 NMS OF MEASUREMENT della Dacia d Sion 174 Issue 3 European Edition 6 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System PART 1 INTRODUCTION TO STRUCTURED CABLING SYSTEMS 1 0 Introduction As the need to link computers together has evolved so has the physical infrastructure of the cabling Originally cables were provided as required and networks developed in a random fashion Today cables are installed in an organised fashion such that the building or floor is flooded with cabling and outlets The result of this is that wherever the user may need to install a computer or associated peri
67. I The cost of the labour and parts is resolved between 3M and the VIP or CVI according to the terms in the VIP Agreement or CVI Agreement A precise description of the warranty coverage and conditions is given on the warranty certificate Issue 3 European Edition 105 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System System administration and warranty 31 2 Warranty application procedure System Installed VIP or CVI applies to 3M for warranty within 60 days accompanied by Name and address where system installed Name address certification number of VIP or CVI Name certificate number of tester Bill of materials Schematic of installation Test report Confirmation of acceptance by owner Letter of explanation to VIP CVI Application no acceptable yes 3M inspects installation Installation acceptable no no Warranty certificate issued Figure 5 1 Warranty application procedure Issue 3 European Edition 106 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System System administration and warranty 31 3 Warranty deviation Changes to the procedure as outlined above will be necessary if a product that has not been supplied by 3M and has not been approved by 3M is used in the installation In such a case a special application must be made to 3M prior to the installation taking place 3M Technical Service w
68. ID CT modules Model number Description Dimensions mm Colour W x Hx D First colour refers to module second colour refers to printing Issue 3 European Edition 134 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System System components and glossary Table 6 47 SID C and SID CT accessories Model number 79156 51600 Labelling frame 10 pairs VI 79397 512 00 SID punch down tool Red 03 991 00900 SID punch down tool heavy duty SID bit for punch down tool Pliers 15014 502 00 Dust cover pitch 17 5 mm 50 pairs Dust cover pitch 17 5mm 100 pairs 15014 500 00 Dust cover pitch 22 5 mm 50 pairs O 79058 502 00 Switching adaptor for 1 pair 79058 503 00 Switching adaptor for 10 pairs 79169 513 28 Cover strips for 10 pair connection modules 1 100 79169 513 26 Cover strips for 10 pair disconnection modules 1 100 Table 6 48 SID C and SID CT test leads Model number Length m 79054 552 00 Test leads w banana plug jacks 2 way 79054 556 29 Test lead one side open 4 way 79054 561 00 Test lead both ends terminated 4 way 79054 561 25 Test lead both ends terminated 4 way 79054 561 26 Test lead both ends terminated 4 way 79054 556 28 Test lead one side open 4 way AAA O IO IP Issue 3 European Edition 135 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System System components and glossar
69. Installation of the Volition Cabling System System components and glossary Table 6 63 RIBE frames columns x pitches pairs HxD NN374068 P6609AAA NN374064 P6610AAA NN374065 PO6LIAAA NN374066 equipped with 100 x 100mm PVC duct CIPE frame for STG and RCP 8 and 10 pair modules The CIPE frame is designed to have the jumper wires routed across the back of the frame Available in six sizes between 310mm and 2000mm in height the wall mounted aluminium frames can accommodate both STG 10 pair and RCP 8 pair and 10 pair modules All frames are supplied in kit form complete with all hardware necessary to complete the installation A range of cabinets is available in both steel and ABS plastic to improve appearance and provide security Table 6 64 CIPE frames columns x SE 73 Sane E a H x eure rary x D po 2x18 288 310x450x135 Issue 3 European Edition 143 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System System components and glossary Table 6 65 Steel cabinets for CIPE frames Model number Description Colour Size mm HxWxD 374 067 00 Steel cabinet lockable steel door for CIPE 2 x 18 330 x 450 x 300 374 067 00 Smoked glass door 330x450 374 063 00 Steel cabinet lockable steel door for CIPE 2 x 28 480 x 450 x 300 374 064 00 Smoked glass door 480 x 450 37406500 Smokedglassdoor 8X ASO 37406600 Smoked glass door 080X450 Table 6 66 ABS cabinets for CIPE frames
70. L MOLTO 62 5 125 m 10m vovas VOL T6LIS_ VOL C6LIS 62 5 125m 15m PVOL V6L30 VOL T6L30_ VOL C6L30 __ 62 5 125m 30m 32 5 4 Reference patchcord sets and OTDR launch leads The reference patchcord set comprises a VF 45 to ST or SC hybrid patchcord a VF 45 to VF 45 socket patchcord and a VF 45 to VF 45 patchcord It is essential to use the reference patchcord set for referencing the power level prior to taking link attenuation measurements with a power meter and light source The OTDR launch leads are required when making OTDR measurements Table 6 16 Patchcord sets and OTDR launch leads Issue 3 European Edition 118 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System System components and glossary 33 0 Volition copper system components 33 1 RJ45 Giga K5E and K6 RJ45 Jacks All jacks offer tool free termination in record time all 8 conductors and the drain wire can be wired in a single operation The compact size facilitates the mounting of the connector in a variety of locations without compromising the minimum bend radius requirements of the cable In the shielded version all jacks have a metallic shield extending over all the outer surfaces of the connector The rear metal cover 1s reversible allowing the cable to route away from the connector in two directions K6 UTP Jack The RJ45 Giga jacks are available in 8 point 9 point and shielded version
71. S NEXT Minimum EL FEXT Minimum PS ELFEXT dB Minimum ACR dB Minimum PS ACR dB Maximum Skew ns Maximum Propagation delay Us Note DC loop resistance shall be lt 21Q Issue 3 European Edition 73 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Copper cabling system Table 3 8 Category 5E UTP permanent link performance requirements IL dB si Ss Q Y ho T gt su am Maximum Minimum RL dB Minimum NEXT dB Minimum PS NEXT Minimum EL FEXT Minimum PS ELFEXT dB Minimum ACR dB Minimum PS ACR dB Maximum Skew ns Maximum Propagation delay Us 1 at 10MHz Table 3 9 Category 6 UTP permanent link performance requirements Frequency MHz Maximum IL dB Minimum RL dB Minimum NEXT dB Minimum PS NEXT Minimum EL FEXT Minimum PS ELFEXT dB Minimum ACR dB Minimum PS ACR dB Maximum Skew ns Maximum Propagation delay Us 20 5 Testing procedure It is important before commencing any testing to ensure that the test equipment hardware is correctly configured and that the correct link interface adapter cords are being used This 1s particularly important when testing Class E Category 6 link performance Table 3 10 gives details of the hardware configuration to be used for the most popular testers For other testers consult 3M for advice before testing In addition to the hardware configuration of the test equipment the correct
72. SID CT 70 modules Issue 3 European Edition 146 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System System components and glossary QWG Range of wall mounted cabinets for SID C and SID CT modules 8 and 10 pair The QWG 150 cabinet features two Flexirail mounting profiles for mounting 8 or 10 pair SID C modules The rails are fastened directly to the rear panel of the cabinet via profile holders This gives the cabinet a reduced depth Generous cable guide elements are provided for optimal cable management The removable side panels ease cable installations and jumpering between cabinets when cabinets are installed side by side The location of the door hinge can be changed on site Supplied in grey powder coated sheet steel the cabinets meet the requirements of Class IP 30 as standard but are also available to Class IP54 on request Table 6 73 QWG wall cabinet Model Description Size mm number HxWxD 41 105 01200 QWG 150 accommodates up to 92 modules 8 or 10 pair 1100 x 600 x 150 The QWG 600 and QWG 800 cabinets utilise the QVG frame see above for module mounting Constructed with a welded steel frame the cabinets are mounted on the wall via mounting rails supplied as standard The inside of the frame profiles have a continuous pattern of holes spacing 25 mm to DIN 43356 and cable clamps are provided on the rails in the area of the cable entry ports The cabinet roo
73. a EAE 55 12 2 USE OF ETHERNET AND FAST ETHERNET SWITCHEG 2 csccecceccecescecceccecesccceccscescescescscescscescscescescesens 55 TILA COG EEEE TERASE AEA T E E A E E E E Cs valyentanin 55 A AAA a A A a a A A 55 130 PLANNING GUIDELINES ia aa a aN E E aaa E aaa aa R 56 EREE ERIE T EA EE E E ELE EE EE AE E E A S E E E E E E E E E A A S 56 SAO RIZONTAL COPPER CABLING aiene nn a ado ed 57 LESA T LOOR GIS TIOU O O a a a a a 57 ISAZA Patch panels for floor AiStVIDULOVS isc siicsa cies teak ite tial hg ac hace E lel hg A S oe ISS 19 Racks ond Cabinets Or JlOOF GIS TEIDULOS A ii 58 13 1 4 TeleCOMMUNICALIONS outlets 00 cccccccccccccccccuccuccucccuccucccccucuuccuccussuscaucauccesueccuscuscaucausuessusceseucueseeseuseass 59 132 BUILDING BACKBONE CAB LINO a ie ios 59 ES Budino QI STP LOU ONS e di Odd heat 63 13 2 2 Patch panels racks and cabinets for backbone cabling oc ccc ccc cece EEE EEE 63 SECTION 2 INSTALLATION AND TEST N Goin aii 64 14 0 SAFETY AND PRE INSTALLATION PREPARATIONS 1 cccccccccccsscccscccccsscccscccccssccssccescsccescees 64 TAM PATO AV PEA NINN ooo cade 64 PBB Mee HANDLING escort E wince oar ne Pa sam te ia ures 64 E ORG GMO O Gel eh ee a NER A een ne Re eeY tae 64 a2 REO LOL E A Ree ae REAR RESTO O A 64 14 2 3 Volition horizontal copper cable construction sheath colour code eeen 64 14 2 4 Volition horizontal copper cable conductor colour code 66 PS CABEE PULLINO adela ibas 66 AS Preparing Volitio
74. able Cables are pulled along the planned routes usually with a rope or a rod The pulling rope and the connection between the rope and the cable should be strong enough to withstand the load required to pull the cable into place The connection between the rope and the cable should be as smooth as possible to ensure it will not snag along the pull route CAUTION Do not exceed the maximum pulling load of any cable Issue 3 European Edition 94 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Copper voice cabling system 24 3 1 Preparing Volition copper cable for pulling As a guide up to 12 four pair twisted 1004 copper horizontal Volition cables can be pulled at a time If the route is short lt 30m and straight with easy access to the cable path the cables may be pulled from their boxes and laid into place directly without accessing the conductors Care should be taken however to ensure that the cable sheath is not stretched or damaged and the cable itself is not deformed or distorted during the pulling operation as this could compromise the high frequency performance of the cable For longer or difficult routes 1t 1s important that the load is applied evenly to the conductors of all the cables being pulled and not to the cable sheaths themselves This will help to prevent stretching of the cable sheaths The following procedure must be adopted 1 Strip the sheaths of the cables approxima
75. ackbone cables have a low smoke zero halogen sheath Multimode cables are blue and singlemode cables are green Details of Volition indoor fibre backbone cable construction are given in figure 2 5 and tables 2 18 and 2 19 give details of the fibre code and cable installation specification Six and twelve fibre twenty four to ninety six fibre Glass reinforced plastic Aramid yarn rod strength member Cable streneth Modules Buffer tube 250um Cable primarv coated Figure 2 5 Indoor fibre backbone cable construction Notes 1 For 62 5 125um fibre only The 50 125um fibre cable incorporates a central strength member for cables having more than twelve fibres Issue 3 European Edition 36 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Fibre cabling system Table 2 18 Indoor fibre backbone cable fibre colour code No of No of Buffer Buffer No of No of Module Module Fibres Buffer Tube Tube Fibres Modules No Colour Tubes No Colour g 12 4 ge D l ey ace Notes 1 Each module contains six two fibre buffer tubes 2 Cables of 48 fibres and above have a central strength member Table 2 19 Indoor fibre backbone cable installation specification Cable Type Minimum Bend Nominal Nominal Maximum Radius mm Cable Cable Pulling Short Term Long Diameter Weight Load kg m Term mm N O Fibre 75 50 45 250 660 12 Fibre
76. an the minimum bend radius specification and that the maximum pulling load is never exceeded The minimum bend radius varies according to whether the cable is under load during the pulling operation or unloaded after the pulling operation Also note that within the termination area itself where the cable sheath has been removed the bend radius can be as low as 25mm Cables are pulled along the planned routes usually with a rope or a rod The pulling rope and the connection between the rope and the cable should be strong enough to withstand the load required to pull the cable into place The connection between the rope and the cable should be as smooth as possible to ensure it will not snag along the pull route CAUTION Do not exceed the maximum pulling load of the cable and do not apply the maximum pulling load to the cable sheath 5 4 1 Preparing Volition fibre horizontal cable for pulling As a guide up to 12 horizontal Volition fibre cables can be pulled at a time If the route is short lt 30m and straight with easy access to the cable path the cable may be pulled off the reel and laid into place directly without accessing the strength members Care should be taken however to ensure that the cable sheath is not stretched as this could result in excess attenuation being induced into the fibre at a later stage when the sheath contracts For routes that require the cable to be pulled into position the pulling load must not under
77. anning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System System components and glossary 32 4 2 Flush mount outlets The VOL 0257 outlet is used in conjunction with separately supplied mounting and facia plates Typically used in pillar or trunking applications it can house up to two VF 45 sockets 32 4 3 Furniture outlets Volition modular furniture outlets house a maximum of two VF 45 sockets To save space the VF 45 plug lays parallel to the furniture partition They are available in a number of colours Table 6 6 Outlet products Model Number of Number of Dimensions Mounting Colour number VF 45 ports RJ 45 ports mm centres mm VOL 02504 2 0 11x75 90 60 VOL 0250B 2 0 121x75 90 60 White VOL 0700 0 0 121x735 8337 Office White VOL 0700B 0 0 121x 75 83 30 Bright White VOL 0701 O 1 121x75 8337 Office White VOL 0701B 0 1 121x75 8337 BrightWhite VOL 0702 0 2 121x735 833 Office White VOL 0702B 0 2 121x75 833 BrightWhite VOL 0703 0 4 121x755 833 Office White VOL 0703B_ 0 4 121x75 833 BrightWhite _ VOL 0255W_ 2 0 80x80 60 White VOL 0255C_ 2 80x80 60 Cram VOL 0256 W_ 2 0 80x80 6 White VOL 0257W_ 2 0 45x wa White VOL 0350B_ 2 O0 120x75 wa Bright White VOL 0350G_ 2 0 P0x75 a Goy VOL 0350BK 2 0 120x755 wa Blak Notes 1 The VOL 0
78. anning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System System components and glossary Table 6 89 Volition faceplates for K6 RJ45 jack Model number VOL FP2M F1K Volition 22 5 x 45 faceplate 1 port keystone white VOL FP4M F1K Volition 45 x 45 faceplate 1 port keystone white VOL FP4M F2K Volition 45 x 45 faceplate 2 ports keystone white VOL 0712B Volition single gang faceplate 2 ports keystone bright white VOL 0712 Volition single gang faceplate 2 ports keystone office white VOL 0714B Volition single gang faceplate 4 ports keystone bright white VOL 0714 Volition single gang faceplate 4 ports keystone office white VOL FPUK 1K Volition UK single gang faceplate 1 ports keystone white VOL FPUK 2K Volition UK single gang faceplate 2 ports keystone white 33 5 2 Floor boxes The single floor box is suitable for use in false floors Unequipped it is supplied with a tool for removing RJ45 jacks The box contains six 45mm x45mm apertures into which up to twelve 22 5mm x 45mm modules can be placed Finished in grey RAL 7011 Table 6 90 Floor boxes Model number Description Size mm LxWxD P28491AA Volition Single floor box 170 x 205 x 88 P28493AA Volition Cover for Single Floor Box 160 x 153 x 5 P28494AA Volition standard plate support for single floor box 170 x 132 x 16 33 6 Outlet Accessories 33 6 1 Surface mounting boxes These boxes are moulded in white RAL 9010 ABS Table 6 91 Single gang sur
79. aration in the TO termination area To prepare the cable in the TO termination area the following procedure should be adopted 1 Ensure there is a minimum of 1 0m of excess fibre at the TO Trim any excess cable so that the fibre and aramid yarn are flush with the end of the cable sheath 2 Ensure the cable sheath cutter is correctly adjusted so as not to damage the fibre sub unit 3 Measure and cut through the cable sheath 1 0m from the end of the cable Hold the cable firmly in both hands with the ring cut between the hands Separate the cable sheath end from the main cable sheath to expose the aramid yarn Cut the aramid yarn flush with the end of the cable sheath at the point of the ring cut Pull the end of the cable with the aramid yarn from the cable and discard Follow the instructions included with the Volition outlet and VF 45 Quick Install Kit to complete the termination a eae a Issue 3 European Edition 46 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Fibre cabling system 8 0 Installing centralised fibre cabling Centralised cabling results in all the electronic equipment being located centrally with the cable routing directly to the telecommunications outlet TO This may be accomplished using Volition horizontal cable only or a combination of Volition horizontal and backbone cable Fusion splicing mechanical splicing or patching is used to make the transition be
80. arry coded information which means that various types of information can be carried simultaneously ISDN Integrated Services Digital Network is one example of digital transmission that can transmit all the major types of communications voice data video Group 4 fax etc Other systems have been developed on a proprietary basis and are typically linked to the PABX supplier One advantage of ISDN is that as it 1s internationally standardised this means that equipment from different manufacturers will work together Proprietary systems will only work with equipment supplied from one manufacturer 21 2 1 Pulse code modulation PCM This is the most common method of encoding an analogue voice signal into a digital bit stream It involves sampling the voice signal at a constant rate 8kbps Each time the signal is sampled the Issue 3 European Edition 79 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Copper voice cabling system amplitude of the signal is encoded into an eight bit word corresponding to the nearest standard or discrete level determined by the encoding technique The basic transmission rate is derived from the number of simultaneous conversations or voice channels transmitted in a frame of information the number of frames transmitted in a second and the sampling rate In Europe there are thirty two channels to a frame giving an overall transmission rate of 2 048Mbps the El rate In North
81. ased efficiency and simplicity of the administration of moves and changes along with the improved security and ease of trouble shooting when the network is controlled from a centralised point is invaluable By consolidating the uninterruptible power supplies electronics and cross connect into one centralised communications room not only is the cost of duplicating this equipment in every floor distributor saved there are also significant additional savings to be gained in both administration and energy costs 2 2 Cabling systems and subsystems In accordance with ISO IEC 11801 Figures 6 and 7 and the following definitions apply 2 2 1 Horizontal cabling subsystem The horizontal cabling subsystem within a building extends from the FD s to the TO s The subsystem includes the horizontal cables the termination of the horizontal cables at the FD the cross connections at the FD and the TO s The work area patchcords and the equipment area patchcords are not included as part of the subsystem because they are application specific 2 2 2 Building backbone cabling subsystem A building backbone cabling subsystem extends from the BD to the FD s The subsystem includes the building backbone cable s the termination of the building backbone cables at both the BD and the FD s and the cross connects at the BD 2 2 3 Campus cabling subsystem The campus cabling subsystem extends from the CD to the BD s located in separate buildings It include
82. ate on each side of the front face of the rack or at the side of the rack Sufficient features should be used to ensure the minimum bend radius of the patch cable is not exceeded Table 2 7 Patch panel requirements 19 Rack Space u including cable management Issue 3 European Edition 26 3M Telecommunications DesignPlanning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Fibre cabling system 4 1 5 Wall mount patch panels for floor distributors There are three sizes of wall mount patch panels available for six twelve and twenty four sockets These patch panels can be used where space is limited and there are only a small number of outlets to be served The panels can be mounted on the wall or even under the floor the 2552A outlet could also be considered for an under floor application Details are shown in Table 2 8 Table 2 8 Wall mount patch panels Model Number Maximum Number of Sockets Dimensions mm WxHxD VOL 0406 198 x 163 x 54 VOL 0412 198 x 255 x 54 VOL 0414 198 x 439 x 54 4 1 6 Telecommunication outlets Outlets can be located on the wall floor or elsewhere in the work area e g in trunking or in custom modular furniture The cabling shall be planned in such a way that the outlets will be readily accessible and the outlets shall be positioned such that the plug on the patchcord can easily be inserted into the VF 45 socket It is preferable that the sockets do not face upwards where dirt and
83. ber of cables to be spliced Having decided on the best position for the floor distributor transition point plan the best route for the horizontal cable to take to each outlet point TO The route chosen should allow access for cable placement and meet cable bend radius requirements Cables should not be routed within lightning conductor voids or lift shafts Generally as a minimum the TO should provide one interface for voice and one for data In some cases more interfaces will need to be provided and this should be planned accordingly Open office cabling sometimes referred to as zone cabling is also an option and provides a multiple TO location that enables several work area cables to be routed from the same point Repeat this procedure for each floor of the building Figure 2 2 Floor layout drawing Issue 3 European Edition 24 3M Telecommunications DesignPlanning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Fibre cabling system 4 1 1 Floor distributors It is recommended that at least one floor distributor be provided for every 1000m of office floor space ISO IEC11801 EIA TIA 569A gives details of the recommended size requirements for floor distributors and Table 2 5 suggests alternative floor area sizes more suitable to the European market Table 2 5 Floor distributor size Serving Area m Floor distributor size m 1000 3 0 x 2 5 800 3 0 2 5 500 2 9 x 2 0 The location of racks and cabinets shall permit
84. bling System Reference Documents Reference Documents The reader of this manual should be familiar with the latest editions of the following standards and bulletins ISO IEC 11801 ISO TEC TR3 8802 1 ISO TEC 8802 3 ISO IEC 61935 1 IEC 60364 1 IEC 60950 EN50173 EN50174 1 EN50174 2 ANSI TIA EIA 568 ANSI TIA EIAS69 TIA EIA TSB 72 TIA EIA TSB 75 IEEE 802 3 Issue 3 European Edition Information technology Generic cabling for customer premises Information technology Telecommunications and information exchange between systems local and metropolitan area networks Specific requirements Part 1 Overview of Local Area Network Standards Information technology Telecommunications and information exchange between systems local and metropolitan area networks Specific requirements Part 3 Carrier sense multiple access with collision detection access method and physical layer specifications Generic specification for the testing of generic cabling in accordance with ISOAEC 11801 Part 1 Installed cabling Electrical installation of buildings Part 1 Scope object and fundamental principles Safety of information technology equipment including electrical business equipment Information technology Generic cabling for customer premises Information technology Cabling Installation Specification and quality assurance Information technology Cabling Installation Ins
85. butor and the TO CD BD FD TO External Service Cable l I WE VF 45 or RJ 45 Interface Equipment Interface p lt Cross connect point Figure 1 8 Interfaces to the cabling system N B The use of a cross connect is optional at all locations 2 4 Typical schematic diagrams The following figures show typical network schematic diagrams with examples of components used Issue 3 European Edition 15 3M Telecommunications DesignPlanning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Introduction to structured cabling systems 2 4 1 Volition fibre system As ty l Volition cabling with splice 2 Volition cabling with patch panel Volition cabling direct to desk Building Distributor BD Main Distribution Frame MDF r a om a yal a el bad Hae Volition patch panel Volition patch panels Figure 1 9 Volition fibre system Issue 3 European Edition 16 3M Telecommunications DesignPlanning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Introduction to structured cabling systems 2 4 2 Volition copper system F Fibre backbone i J E Copper voice backbone 5 Floor Distributor Horizontal cabling ff To To PABX Enterprise switch Workstation Telephone CBE to CBE patchcord RJ45to RJ45 patchcord 6 CBE to RJ45 patchcord Horizontal cable 8 VE 45 to VF 45 patchcord RCP or STG block 9 Volition optical fibre patch panel
86. c Gigabit Ethernet Network Interface Cards Volition Wall Mount Patch Panels Volition 19 Rack Mount Patch Panels Issue 3 European Edition 175 April 2003 3M Telecommunications Austria Tel 43 1 86 686 359 Fax 43 1 86 686 493 wbenczakammm com Belgium Tel 32 2 722 52 76 Fax 32 2 722 50 27 mschockaetammm com Croatia Tel 385 1 2499 768 Fax 385 1 2371 735 Czech Republic Tel 420 2 61 380 302 Fax 420 2 61 380 110 jvorisekammm com Denmark Tel 45 43 48 03 44 Fax 45 43 96 85 96 dgoldsteinl mmm com Estonia Tel 372 26 115 900 Fax 372 26115 901 pmuugadmmm com Finland Tel 358 9 525 21 Fax 358 9 512 2944 mlevanen mmm com France Tel 33 1 30 31 63 61 Fax 33 1 30 31 63 28 Mdelbarrel mmm com Germany Tel 49 0 202 292 2274 Fax 49 0 202 292 2301 jscholz mmm com Greece Tel 30 21 0688 524 Fax 30 21 0684 3281 jgatopoulosammm com Hungary Tel 36 1 270 7777 Fax 36 1 320 0951 mfarkas1ammm com Contact information Ireland Tel 353 1 280 3555 Fax 353 1 280 3509 dcullen mmm com Israel Tel 972 9 9561490 Fax 972 9 9561676 bfruhling mmm com Italy Tel 39 02 7035 2415 Fax 39 02 7035 3125 eorientalel mmm com Kazakhstan Tel 7 3272 509 944 755 Fax 7 3272 509 573 akulkin mmm com Latvia Tel 372 6115 900 Fax 372 6 115 901 pmuuga mmm com Lithuania Tel 372 6115 900 Fax 372 6 115 901 pmuuga mmm com Middle East Tel 971 4608 9500 Fax
87. ccesssccesscceesscccesseccesseccesscceesceeesceseseceesseserscesetssesetseesetseeseteeentaseens 73 NO TESTING PROCEDURE ad idea 74 AA O AA y en eee err eer ne ene rr nee ee a PART 4 COPPER VOICE CABLING SYSTEM cccsssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssccssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssseees 78 SECTION 1 DESIGN AND PLANNIN Goiania ocio 78 21 0 INTRODUCTION TO VOICE CABLING SYSTEMS 2 cccssssssssssssscsssssccccscscssssssssssssssssscssssssses 78 SD Nes MV Es RV IB Wo ee In eae ch ee a Ee ett ae Nee 78 IAE OCC MELO REO POSES noe 79 21 2 NETWORK PROTOCOL Soto idad obte 79 dial USC codo MO AMARO AE ia 79 DAI DUE GIVISTOM IMUM IDICNINO TDM sna iita SU 212 3 Me srated Services Dicital Network ISDN lt A its SU A A A E E can tian aise oe ae iscsi ced rae cuentas a ace one A EE E mare amp 1 LLL LLU V Series recommenda N ONS ai l 220 VOICE SYSTEM ARCHITECTURES escissscccasayatssesnazasucchietescensssaceehveuacenubesaaseaeassdeasacssecansaanadatosornentensae s 82 221 DISTRIBUTED VERSUS CENTRALISED ARCHITECTURE sioiias A S 82 22 2 VOICECABLING SYSTEMS AND SUBSYSTEMS erines noiia ios 82 BE E A ARE A a A S 82 222 2 Priv te br nchexchange PBA CODIIN e il dered La bd 2 VDD Y DUDO CAN td tol o 82 E LAS RO A cates aaa oan ad ca waea gate ee ee A anda ss eats haste eased A 2 223 INTERFACES TO TUE CABLING SV STE Mii on ane A teste toues 83 ZUR MANE DESIGN CRITERIA Io a oosone ahaa al dasenaaia seat abeeatek am ceatsaneetauesuemade
88. ch lead added in Figure 20 plays an important part of the measurement and all should be treated with care The working end of this lead should be cleaned after a maximum of twenty four matings to avoid an accumulation of dirt on the end face of the fibre For cleaning testing plugs the VF 45 Plug cleaner should be used VOL 0570B Issue 3 European Edition 49 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Fibre cabling system Reference the output from the source as shown in Figure 2 12 REF 1 REF 2 TX RX VF 45 socket _L_ XQ VF 45 plug Figure 2 12 Power meter referencing Since the Volition link has a VF 45 socket on each end of the installed cable the socket on REF 1 now needs to have a VF 45 plug on the free end Adding a VF 45 to VF 45 patch cable as shown in Figure 2 13 does this Link to be tested VF 45 Socket at Patch Panel VF 45 Socket at TO REF 1 N vd REF 2 VF 45 to VF 45 Patch Cable VF 45 socket L_ Co VF 45 plug Figure 2 13 Measurement of channel attenuation Refer back to figure 2 11 showing the channel definition It can be seen that the channel consists of the horizontal cable 2 connections and an allowance for the equipment and work area cables given by the cable in the patch leads and the REF 2 cable NB To estimate the performance of an individual connection it is necessary to divide the test result by two and subtract the attenuation due
89. cks The screen contact should be applied over 360 degrees Issue 3 European Edition 56 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Copper cabling system 13 1 Horizontal copper cabling The horizontal fibre cabling 1s the first element of the system to be considered From the floor layout drawing Figure 2 2 showing the positions of the outlets determine the best location for the floor distributor or transition point Factors that should be considered with regard to floor distributor location are e position in relation to floor distributors on other floors e position in relation to the building distributor and backbone cable e size in relation to number of anticipated users Factors that should be considered with regard to transition point location are e position in relation to the building distributor and backbone cable e size in relation to number of cables to be spliced Having decided on the best position for the floor distributor transition point plan the best route for the horizontal cable to take to each outlet point TO The route chosen should allow access for cable placement and meet cable bend radius requirements Generally as a minimum the TO should provide a minimum of one interface for voice and one for data In some cases more interfaces will need to be provided and this should be planned accordingly Open office cabling sometimes referred to as zone cabling is also an opt
90. colour code Indoor Outdoor cable with aramid yarn or glass reinforced plastic GRP strength member 2 24 fibre cable unitube 48 72 fibre cable loose tube 250um primary Glass reinforced plastic coated fibres rod strength member Central unitube Loose tubes Swellable tape Ripcord Aramid yarn Swellable tape 1 1 mm LSZH sheath A 1 5 mm LSZH sheath Figure 2 7 Cable construction Issue 3 European Edition 38 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Fibre cabling system Table 2 20 shows the colour code used for fibres in cables having a unitube construction Table 2 20 Unitube cable fibre colour code No of No of Fibre Pair Fibre Fibre AAA e AA m 5 6 White Grey Brown Violet ef sl Turquoise Black E EN KE Orange Pink 13 14 Yellow w marker 1 White w marker 1 15 16 Grey w marker 1 Turquoise w marker 1 17 18 Orange w marker 1 Pink w marker 1 MEN 19 20 Yellow w marker 2 White w marker 2 MSN 21 22 Grey w marker 2 Turquoise w marker 2 23 24 Orange w marker 2 Pink w marker 2 Marker 1 is spaced approx at 70mm intervals Marker 2 is spaced approx at 35mm intervals Table 2 21 shows the colour code used for fibres in cables having a loose tube construction Table 2 21 Loose tube cable fibre colour code No of No of Loose tube Fibre Fibre Fibres Loose tubes Number Number Colour ston aie A ova T ICI AAA
91. communications closet and feeds into junction boxes Distribution trunking is then used from the junction boxes to feed the floor outlet locations that are placed to serve a predetermined area of the floor Access floor systems are mostly found in computer rooms However they are being used more extensively in densely populated areas where a significant number of outlets may be installed 16 1 4 Ceilings Volition cables shall not be placed directly onto suspended ceiling tiles Cable support systems such as cable trays or conduit shall be employed When pulling cables through a suspended ceiling space every two to three tiles should be removed for access This will assist in the routing of the cable around obstructions etc and facilitate the installation of cables in the support system employed 16 1 5 Walls Cables installed above a suspended ceiling will need to be dropped down to the work area The cable may be routed down a distribution column into which the outlet is located or dropped down a wall cavity Dropping cables down an empty wall cavity is generally not difficult A rod may be used or even a String tied to a weight A rod is most suitable for insulated walls 16 2 Cable preparation in the TO termination area To prepare the cable in the TO termination area the following procedure should be adopted Do not untwist cable pairs more than 0 5 in when terminating Trim any excess cable so that the conductors are flush with the
92. completion of the testing a fully documented test report must be produced The contents of the test report shall include at least the AAA following information system location testing date type of test equipment with calibration date name of person s performing test attenuation details of each link tested for power meter and light source tests either a data reader should be supplied or the results should be in Excel format e ifan OTDR was used viewer software should be supplied Issue 3 European Edition 54 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Copper cabling system PART 3 COPPER CABLING SYSTEM SECTION 1 DESIGN AND PLANNING This section of Part 3 gives detailed information relating to the design and planning of the Volition copper cabling system In defining the maximum permissible link lengths due consideration has been taken to ensure that the system complies with the appropriate transmission protocol standard 12 0 Link design criteria Depending on the products used the copper cabling system meets all the performance requirements of the existing and known forthcoming national and international cabling standards up to and including Class E link and Category 6 hardware ISO IEC 11801 and EN 50173 and Category 6 link and hardware EIA TIA 568 requirements The following design criteria must be observed in order to satisfy the extended warranty requirements for the Voli
93. connects and associated electronics can be eliminated thus saving costs associated with the provision of electrical and HVAC equipment and the floor space can be utilised for other purposes Issue 3 European Edition 92 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Copper voice cabling system SECTION 2 INSTALLATION AND TESTING 24 0 Safety and pre installation preparations The following paragraphs are written to ensure a quick error free installation that minimises risk to the installer his equipment and the end user It covers matters relating to safety use of tools and equipment pathway planning cable construction and handling procedures Refer to paragraphs 5 1 to 5 1 6 for guidance on safety and 5 2 for guidance on planning the installation 24 1 Pathway planning Refer to paragraph 5 2 for guidance on planning cable pathways 24 2 Cable handling The following techniques are commonly used during the cable installation process Care should always be taken to ensure the method used and the final cable placement does not degrade cable performance Installation requirements for cable placement are also found in standards such as ISO IEC 11801 ENS50173 EN50174 and ANSI TIA EJA 568 24 2 1 Cable on reels A cable dispenser should be used to dispense cable supplied on a reel The reel s are installed on rollers and the cable is pulled for smooth and even feeding Alternati
94. copper return loss is normally caused by impedance variations within the system ring topology A topology in which network cables are distributed in the form of a ring router An electronic device which routes data from one terminal in a LAN to another terminal in a second LAN screen See shield Issue 3 European Edition 170 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System System components and glossary screened balanced cable A balanced cable with an overall screen and or screens for the individual elements server An electronic device which distributes information to terminals in a data network shield screen A metallic layer placed around a conductor or group of conductors NOTE The shield may be the metallic sheath of the cable or the metallic layer inside a non metallic sheath skew Skew 1s a measurement of the difference in signalling delay between the fastest pair to the slowest sleeve An opening usually circular through the wall ceiling or floor to allow the passage of cables small form factor connector An optical fibre connector designed to accommodate two or more optical fibres with at least the same mounting density as the connector used for balanced cabling splice A joining of transmission media copper or fibre generally meant to be permanent generally from separate sheaths splice box A box located in a pathway run intended to house a cable splice
95. d Installation of the Volition Cabling System Copper voice cabling system 22 0 Voice system architectures The following paragraphs give general guidelines on designing a voice cabling system They include definitions and descriptions of the various elements of the system and specify maximum link lengths where appropriate They also include the minimum requirements that have to be met in order to satisfy the requirements for a Volition Cabling System 20 year warranty see Part 5 22 1 Distributed versus centralised architecture As previously discussed in paragraph 21 voice cabling can be designed using a distributed or centralised architecture However with voice cabling there are two distinctive differences 1 e e unless the voice network is required to support both data and voice there are no restrictions on link lengths e there is not normally any remote electronics to be sited on the floor Options are given below for the two types of architecture 22 2 Voice cabling systems and subsystems Paragraphs 22 2 1 22 2 3 define the various elements of the voice cabling Figures 4 2 and 4 3 show the differences between distributed and centralised voice cabling 22 2 1 Incoming cable Although not part of the building cabling the incoming cable extends from the local exchange or central office to the MDF in the BD In most cases the incoming cables will be terminated on an area of the MDF that is designated to the provider of the ser
96. d outlet for termination of the one click jack 16 1 1 Cable rodding equipment Cable rodding sets are used for installing horizontal cable in hard to get to locations or to route the cable past obstructions The rod is attached to the strength members of the cables being installed Depending on the nature of the location the length of the rod can be extended by screwing on additional rods The rod can be used to bridge through difficult locations with the cable attached These steps may have to be repeated several times along a cable route 16 1 2 Pull cords Generally pull cords are placed by blowing them into conduit or by placing them along a cable support cable tray with a rod It is important to pull a replacement pull cord with the cable in order to facilitate the installation of subsequent cables 16 1 3 Floor distribution systems Floor distribution systems include under floor trunking systems conduit systems and access floor systems Except for conduit systems cable routes should either run parallel to or perpendicular to the building lines Issue 3 European Edition 68 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Copper cabling system Under floor trunking systems are characterised by having either trunking or duct running from the telecommunications closet to strategically placed junction boxes in the floor The trunking generally extends at 90 degree angles from the tele
97. dations Tables 6 100 6 101 and 6 102 give details for a suitable voice grade cable for use in horizontal or backbone applications Table 6 100 Specification for suitable voice grade cable 0 4mm ll diameter Number of Conductor diameter mm Minimum insulation wall thickness mm Maximum insulation diameter mm Unit size make Minimum sheath wall thickness mm Maximum Resistance 20C ohms km Capacitance Unbalance pF 500m Overa 2 6 04 015 085 Layer 06 68 1530 300 10 04 O15 085 Layer 06 83 1530 300 2 12 04 015 085 Layer 07 89 1530 300 16 04 O15 085 Layer 07 98 1530 300 25 04 015 085 Layer 08 111 1530 200 40 04 015 085 Layer 09 138 1530 300 50 04 015 085 Layer 09 141 1530 200 60 04 015 085 Layer 10 158 1530 300 200 eS Issue 3 European Edition 160 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System System components and glossary Table 6 101 Specification for suitable voice grade cable 0 5mm Number of Conductor diameter mm Minimum insulation wall thickness mm Maximum insulation diameter mm Unit size make Minimum sheath wall thickness mm Maximum diameter mm Resistance 20C ohms km Capacitance Unbalance pF 500m a a ee a fos for fos frae fos fxs fors fw 2o fos fois 095 Layer o7
98. de of the network interface First level backbone Key telephone equipment Red Network side of network interface 30 2 Records Detailed records of the original installation shall be kept and all subsequent changes documented as and when they are carried out A computer based scheme is highly recommended Issue 3 European Edition 104 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System System administration and warranty 31 0 Warranty 31 1 Summary 3M warrant that the Volition System will perform for 20 years to the channel specifications in industry standards at the time of installation 3M extend the system warranty to the end user by way of the certified Volition Integration Professional VIP or Certified Volition Installer CVI The VIP or CVI has responsibility for proper installation of the system The warranty covers the end to end link from the wall outlet at the workstation to the patch panel in the equipment room Patchcords and electronic equipment are excluded from the 20 year system warranty The VIP or CVI has responsibility for the installation and final testing Changes to the system are covered by the warranty provided the changes are made and tested to current channel specifications and warranty requirements at the time of the change If the installation does not perform to specifications the labour to repair or replace defective components will be provided by the VIP or CV
99. dure for voice grade cable Testing shall be performed using either a manual tester or an automatic tester or scanner The following parameter of the link shall be verified e wire map A wire map test is intended to verify correct pin termination at each end of the link and to check for Incorrectly terminated wires For each of the conductors in the cable and the screen s if any the conductor map indicates continuity to the remote end shorts between any two or more conductors screen s transposed pairs reversed pairs split pairs any other connection errors XX i l l 2 2 3 3 6 6 5 5 Ee gt ie 7 7 8 8 9 a 19 A reversed pair occurs when the polarity of one wire pair is reversed at one end Conca of the link Note this 1s also sometimes referred to as a tip and ring reversal P A transposed pair occurs when the two conductors in a wire pair are connected to the position for a different pair at the remote connection Note transposed pairs are sometimes referred to as crossed pairs Split pairs occur when pin to pin continuity is maintained but physical pairs are separated Figure 4 6 gives an illustration of all three conditions Reversed pair Transposed pairs Split pairs A VD ON BON DAW NFR VD ON BON DAW NR VD ON BN DAW NK Oo ON BN AW N 1 2 2 3 3 6 6 ees 4 4 7 7 8 8 9 9 Figure 4 6 Incorrect pairing Issue 3 European Edition 102 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation
100. dust can collect on the door and possibly contaminate the v groove when the plug is introduced A high density of outlets will enhance the flexibility of the installation Table 2 9 Telecommunication outlets Model Number Maximum Number of Sockets Application Dimensions mm VF 45 RJ45 LxWxH VOL 0250 2 4 6 Wall mounting 121 x 75 x 24 VOL 0255 Wall mounting 80 x 80 x 28 VOL 0256 Wall mounting 86 x 86 x 28 VOL 0257 2 0 2 Trumking 45x90x58 255284 6 0 6 Floor 204 x 157 x34 VOL 0350 1 2 0 2 Fumiture 118x75x30 Notes 1 Minimum dimensions of trunking 100 mm x 50 mm W x D Issue 3 European Edition ZJ 3M Telecommunications DesignPlanning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Fibre cabling system 4 1 7 Rack mounted media converters The VOL M10FL 06 MIOFL 12 M10FL 24 and M100FX 12 media converters are available with six twelve or twenty four VF 45 ports All rack mounted media converters include an integrated power supply e VOL MI10FL 06 12 and 24 Table 2 10 shows the minimum rack space requirements when using the VOL M10FL XX media converters The units provide six twelve or twenty four VF 45 ports in 1U of rack space and operate at 10Mbps Table 10 shows the minimum rack space requirements assuming a dedicated fibre rack is provided i e the associated copper based electronics is located on an adjacent rack If copper and fibre electronic
101. e manufactured from sheet steel and finished in a grey RAL 7032 and RAL 7022 powder coating Lockable doors are QVSL Mini provided front and back and the front door 1s attractively finished with a smoked glass viewing panel The QVSL Basic rack is 2m 42U high For smaller installations the QVSL Mini at just 1 1m 20U high is available If space is limited and neither of these options is acceptable then there is also the QVSL OVSL Basic Compact family of wall mountable cabinets to select from with cabinets ranging in height from 6U to 15U Complementing each range is a wide range QVSL Compact Of accessories that will facilitate the installation Please consult the product catalogue for full details of the full range of accessories a o Table 6 80 QVSL 19 rack Model number QVSL 2000 Type Height Size mm IP E HxWxD rating 1100 x 600x900 20 495x 600x580 54 550x450x215 20 550x450x315 20 Using upgrade kit Issue 3 European Edition 150 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System System components and glossary 33 4 Housings 33 4 1 BCC 19 patch panels Available in black or brushed aluminium these patch panels can easily be mounted in rack frames wall boxes or cabinets having a 19 mounting format In the shielded version the RJ 45 patch panels support a wide range of cable diameters and provide effective protection against
102. e used in any modern network and is fully compatible with a wide range of applications including xDSL pair gain etc Termination is easy and cables and jumpers can either be managed from the rear or from the side of the module Highlights e Category 5 as a standard e High density 14 mm pitch e 0 4 0 8 mm wire handling range e 2 wires can be accommodated in the same slot Issue 3 European Edition 124 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System System components and glossary Optional contacts for stranded wires Specific module with rear cable termination Multiple re terminations Comprehensive range of protection circuits and accessories Table 6 29 STG 2000 Specification Connection modules O es OOO ooo Disconnection modules O w SS Switching modules SSS e 710 pair modules yes yes yes Vertical pitch am ua po oa o a Housing material mr PT Flame protecion osav uav Issue 3 European Edition 125 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System System components and glossary Table 6 30 STG 2000 for Euro 8 and Euro 10 back mount frames Model number C252824A STG2 U2 10 Connection module 10 pair C252806A STG2 U2 8 Connection module 8 pair Grey C252818A STG2 C2 10 Disconnection module 10 pair White grey C252800A STG2 C2 8 Disconnection module 8 pair White grey C252830A STG2 O2 10 Switching module 10
103. e Cover Assembly MDF 106 British Telecom Type 108 frame for QSA 2 and SID CT 10 pair modules The Type 108 is a modular distribution frame which can either be wall mounted or installed back to back for free standing applications The frame is available in single model number 1470 and double column model number 1390 versions The following features are offered within the frame construction e Durable rigid frame factory assembled from coated steel e Back mount frames manufactured from stainless steel e Hard wearing coated steel jumper rings wire guides and fanning strips for efficient cable management frame design allows easy access to top jumper rings e Fully earth bonded meeting IEC regulations Earth bar and clip supplied e Adjustable feet which can be removed to reduce height from 2000mm to 1850mm e Steel front and rear panels available as accessories for model numbers 1390 and 1441 only Table 6 57 British Telecom Type 108 frame Model number Description Capacity pairs Size mm H x W x D 1390 MDF 108E QSA 1400 in 2 columns 2000 x 570 x 150 2000 x 570 x 150 2080 x 570 x 150 2080 x 570 x 150 2000 x 285 x 150 2000 x 285 x 150 Issue 3 European Edition 140 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System System components and glossary Table 6 58 Accessories for Type 108 frame Model number 1434 Front Cover Assembly MDF 108 1436 Side Cover Assembly
104. e communications over packet networks 1 2 8 Universal Serial Bus USB The Universal Serial Bus was originally designed as a more effective method of attaching peripherals to computers It is designed to meet Microsoft Plug and Play PnP specifications meaning users can install and hot swap devices without long installation procedures and re boots Up to 127 devices can be connected to and will run simultaneously on the bus The USB1 bus operates at 1 5Mbps and 12Mbps USB2 bus operates at 360Mbps 480Mbps Issue 3 European Edition 11 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System 2 0 System architectures The following paragraphs describe the different architectures that can be used when designing a 3M Volition Cabling System for data 2 1 Distributed versus centralised cabling architecture In accordance with the latest standards two approaches are acceptable Either the more conventional distributed cabling architecture approach can be used as detailed in paragraph 2 2 1 to 2 2 3 ora centralised cabling architecture paragraph 2 2 4 can be used where a fibre based system is being installed The main benefits of using a centralised cabling architecture are Longer link lengths More efficient utilisation of equipment ports see Figure 1 5 Elimination of floor distributors Elimination of intermediate equipment Easier network maintenance 2 1 1 Port utilisation Figure 1 5 clearly s
105. e cross connect between the backbone and horizontal facilities See also wiring closet collapsed backbone See centralised cabling consolidation point A location for interconnection between horizontal cables extending from building pathways and horizontal cables extending into furniture pathways CP cable A cable connecting the consolidation point to the telecommunications outlet TO CP link The part of the permanent link between the floor distributor FD and the consolidation point CP cross connect A facility enabling the termination of cable elements and their interconnection or cross connection cross connection A connection scheme between cabling runs subsystems and equipment using patchcords or jumpers that attach to connecting hardware on each end crosstalk The mechanism by which a signal travelling in one wire is coupled into an adjacent wire without any physical connection existing between the two wires The strength of the coupled signal relates to the physical positioning of the wires the electromagnetic shielding between them and the transmission technique being used customer premises Building s grounds and appurtenances belongings under the control of the customer customer premises equipment CPE Telecommunications equipment located on the customer s premises DC loop resistance the DC resistance of the loop created by connecting the transmit and receive wires together at the far end of a link
106. e following paragraphs give guidelines on planning a Volition fibre cabling system The same approach should be adopted irrespective of whether a distributed or a centralised cabling architecture 1s being used However where a centralised architecture 1s being deployed the inclusion of floor distributors is optional and transition points can be included if required For safety reasons 3M recommend the separation of fibre optic cable from power cabling This can be achieved either through use of a separate cable support structure or by physical restraint of the cabling within the same support structure In addition where cabling has to pass through a fire rated wall floor or other barrier 1t is essential that an appropriate fire stop material be used 4 1 Horizontal fibre cabling The horizontal fibre cabling is the first element of the system to be considered From the floor layout drawing Figure 10 showing the positions of the outlets determine the best location for the floor distributor or transition point Factors that should be considered with regard to floor distributor location are e position in relation to floor distributors on other floors e position in relation to the building distributor and backbone cable e size in relation to number of anticipated users Factors that should be considered with regard to transition point location are e position in relation to the building distributor and backbone cable e size in relation to num
107. eas to guide the cables to ensure they do not get trapped This will also reduce the pulling load that needs to be applied to the cable After installation ensure a minimum of 1 5m of cable slack is available at each end of the link 1 e patch panel splice box and outlet for termination of the VF 45 socket 7 1 1 Cable rodding equipment Cable rodding sets are used for installing horizontal cable in hard to get to locations or to route the cable past obstructions The rod is attached to the strength members of the cables being installed Depending on the nature of the location the length of the rod can be extended by screwing on additional rods The rod can be used to bridge through difficult locations with the cable attached These steps may have to be repeated several times along a cable route 7 1 2 Pull cords Generally pull cords are placed by blowing them into conduit or by placing them along a cable support cable tray with a rod It is important to pull a replacement pull cord with the cable in order to facilitate the installation of subsequent cables 7 1 3 Floor distribution systems Floor distribution systems include under floor trunking systems conduit systems and access floor systems Except for conduit systems cable routes should either run parallel to or perpendicular to the building lines Under floor trunking systems are characterised by having either trunking or duct running from the telecommunications closet
108. ection C252817A STG2 O2 K8 Switching module 8 pair w single pair Blue grey PU protection Issue 3 European Edition 127 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System System components and glossary Table 6 32 STG 2000 accessories Model number Colour C220674B 10 pair numbered label holder clips onto backmount frame C220673B 8 pair numbered label holder clips onto backmount frame Blank label holder bag of 100 clips onto side of module 3 digits Numbered label holder bag of 100 clips to side of module 0 100 10 pair numbered label holder swivelling C222950A 8 pair numbered label holder swivellin Numbered marking caps bag of 100 Marking caps bag of 100 Marking caps bag of 100 Marking caps bag of 100 Marking caps bag of 100 Marking caps bag of 100 Marking caps bag of 100 Numbered ID tabs bag of 100 mounted on side of module C222956A Dust cover 10 pair modules or blocks length 2m C222955A Dust cover 8 pair modules or blocks length 2m C222961A Dust cover 10 pair modules in a 50 pair block C222963A Dust cover 10 pair modules in a 100 pair block C223765A 8 pair module wire guide bag of 20 clipped to sides of module a SS ee Punch down tool for STG and RCP system OO LS LS a C234037A Punch down tool for QSA LSA and Siemens system C234043A Spare blades 10 for STG and RCP system MPA078BA Punch down base support 10 pair MPA078BA P
109. eee Te me SE eee eee ee ee ee 46 AAA A 46 TZ CABED PREPARACION IN THE TO TERMINATION AREA sirceta aa a liceo a tol 46 8 0 INSTALLING CENTRALISED FIBRE CABLING oooccccccccccccccnoconancnonnnoccconoccccccncncnnccccononnccccncccccccccnnccanos 47 9 0 INSTALLING PATCH PANELS SPLICE BOXES AND WALL FLOOR OUTLETS cccsssees 47 10 0 YE 45 SOCKET INSTALLATION ista 47 10 1 VF 45 PLUG AND SOCKET CLEANING ccscscsssssssssescscsssssscscscsssscscsssvsscscssscssescssscsucsescscsusscscacsessesescaeeeeaes 47 Issue 3 European Edition 2 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Table of Contents TELTESTINCG ui o A A BE SEN ARNT ASAE Res OREN PRD la 48 11 1 TEST EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS essv4cwavnsstiateasieavanctbsenecsscQevoususbessuntudiwasbbis it 48 11 2 Launch Conditions Multimode fibre 48 LS TEINKAND CHANNEL DE NON die cia 49 11A TESTING PROCEDURES a EEA 49 FiA Aion sonr ADO MEIT rE EE E E EE E E E 49 EA PE OIEI EE AAA A RA NEEE O AIN EEA E AAE SAE AAN 31 11 5 LINK PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS ccsscccesscccescecessceceseceesscecescceeseceescesesseseacesetaseeeseseeeseeeeesensaseens 54 TOL EBS REPOR Ten iare aio eres diia de menses 54 PART 3 COPPER CABLING SYSTEM aras 55 SECTION 1 DESIGN AND PLANNING eseesceseccccccsccscccccccscoccccccccccoscosccccccescocccsescocscosccceccosceseccesscececcesesccseose 55 TAO EINKEDESIGNOREERA ado 55 12 1 MAXIMUM LINK AND CHANNEL LENGTH fl e a Ee
110. elected Use the shortest pulse width that will give a smooth trace in the required averaging time Using a short pulse width will also result in the shortest near end and event dead zones for the particular test configuration being used Use of the launch box and far end fibre patchcord is essential in order that both connections on the link can be clearly seen on the OTDR trace allowing accurate positioning of the cursors Horizontal cable Socket at patch panel O Socket at outlet BS Il sre Far end lead OTDR VF 45 socket J VF 45 plug ST SC or FC socket c ST SC or FC plug Figure 2 14 Channel attenuation measurement using an OTDR Trace Analysis Method 1 to measure link attenuation Once the link to be tested has been connected to the OTDR as shown in Figure 2 14 the fibre should be scanned and the results averaged until a suitable trace is displayed on the OTDR screen The Issue 3 European Edition 51 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Fibre cabling system averaging time will be determined by a number of factors related to the performance characteristics of the OTDR and pulse width used The resulting display will however look like that shown in Figure 2 15 The peak reflections correspond to the initial launch into the fibre and the connectors present on the link Analysis of the trace should be accomplished using the two point method The cursors A and B mus
111. end of the cable sheath Ensure the cable sheath cutter is correctly adjusted so as not to damage the conductors Measure and cut through the cable sheath 30mm from the end of the cable Separate the cable sheath end from the main cable sheath to expose the conductors Do not untwist cable pairs until ready to install the one click jack Follow the instructions included with the jack to complete the termination oN ae 17 0 Installing patch panels splice boxes and wall floor outlets Follow the instructions supplied with the patch panel splice box and wall floor outlet carefully Where grease filled indoor outdoor cable has been used it is recommended where possible that the cables enter from below This is to minimise the flow of grease out of the cable Care should be taken to ensure that the 25mm minimum bend radius of the fibre in the termination area 1s not exceeded when the socket is placed into its final position 18 0 RJ45 jack installation The RJ45 Giga K5E or K6 RJ45 jacks are used at both ends of the link Follow the installation instructions supplied with jack carefully It ts important when installing the jack to use the correct wiring code and to maintain the twist in each pair of conductors as close to the idc contacts in the jack as possible Issue 3 European Edition 69 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Copper cabling system To meet the conditions of the war
112. ent protection effective in most cases Cable construction fully dielectric for immunity against lightning All tubes containing fibres are gel filled for protection against water The cable core is protected against water ingress by a swellable tape UV stabilised sheath makes the cable suited for outdoor use Table 6 13 shows the details for 50 125um 62 5 125um 9 125um glass yarn indoor outdoor cable Table 6 13 Specification for indoor outdoor backbone cable with glass yarn Model Description Bend Outer Weight Fire radius diameter kg km meee ae loading mm mm load N MJ m VOL IOG54 64 94 4 fibre Unitube 2000 E VOL IOG56 66 96 6 fibre Unitube 2000 Notes 1 Cables with 48 and 72 fibres have a non metallic central strength member Issue 3 European Edition 116 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System System components and glossary e Indoor outdoor backbone cable with corrugated steel tape armouring for guaranteed rodent protection Corrugated steel tape armouring for added robustness and guaranteed rodent protection For direct burial under difficult laying conditions 48 72 fibre cables All tubes containing fibres are gel filled for protection against water The cable core is protected against water ingress by a swellable tape UV stabilised sheath makes the cable suited for outdoor use Table 6 14 Specification for indoor outdoor backbone cable with steel armouring Model
113. epend on the cable type and construction Care should be taken to ensure that the conductors are not damaged during this operation 25 2 1 Volition four pair twisted 100Q cable 1 Ensure there is sufficient length of cable at the rack or frame to N E reach the patch panel or module w A 2 Ensure the cable sheath cutter is correctly adjusted so as not to da damage the conductors 3 Measure and cut through the cable sheath at a distance of either 30mm 1f terminating into an RJ45 Giga jack or 150mm if terminating into an 8 pair module from the cable end 4 Hold the cable firmly in both hands with the ring cut between the hands 5 Pull the end of the cable sheath from the cable and discard 6 Follow the instructions included with the patch panel module or RJ45 jack Issue 3 European Edition 96 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Copper voice cabling system 25 2 2 Voice grade backbone twisted pair copper cable l Ze 3 Ensure there is sufficient length of cable at the rack or frame to reach the patch panel or module Ensure the cable sheath cutter is correctly adjusted so as not to damage the conductors Measure and cut through the cable sheath at a distance sufficiently far away from the end of the cable to ensure that all the exposed conductors can reach the appropriate termination position In a large pair count cable 100 pairs or larger approximately 500mm of sheat
114. equipment is co located on the rack only the space occupied by the copper electronic equipment need be planned since the RJ45 input ports and VF 45 output ports are both mounted on the front of the unit Table 2 10 VOL M10FL XX rack space requirements Media Patch Total Conv Panel 25 30 31 36 37 42 43 48 Notes 1 Where more than six ports are required at the same location the VOL M10FL 12 will provide a more cost effective solution 2 Where more than twelve ports are required at the same location the VOL M10FL 24 will provide a more cost effective solution e VOL M100FX 12 Table 2 11 shows the minimum rack space requirements when using the VOL M100FX 12 media converter The unit provides twelve VF 45 ports in 1U of rack space and operates at 100Mbps The table shows the minimum rack space requirements assuming a dedicated fibre rack is provided i e the associated copper based electronics is located on an adjacent rack If copper and fibre electronic equipment is co located on the rack only the space occupied by the copper electronic equipment need be planned since the RJ45 input ports and VF 45 output ports are both mounted on the front of the unit Issue 3 European Edition 28 3M Telecommunications DesignPlanning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Fibre cabling system Table 2 11 VOL M100FX 12 requirements Work Stations 19 Rack Space u Media Patch Total 121 132
115. er sum equal level far end crosstalk PSELFEXT Attenuation to crosstalk ratio ACR Power sum attenuation to crosstalk ratio PS ACR Delay Skew Impedance DC loop resistance A wire map test is intended to verify correct pin termination at each end of the link and to check for connection errors in the installation For each of the conductors in the cable and the screen s if any the conductor map indicates continuity to the remote end shorts between any two or more conductors screen s transposed pairs reversed pairs split pairs any other connection errors gt ae E VD ON BPO DU NR VD ON BUY WW NR A reversed pair occurs when the polarity of one wire pair is reversed at one end of the link Note this is also sometimes referred to as a tip and ring Correct pairing reversal A transposed pair occurs when the two conductors in a wire pair are connected to the position for a different pair at the remote connection Note transposed pairs are sometimes referred to as crossed pairs Split pairs occur when pin to pin continuity is maintained but physical pairs are separated Figure 32 gives an illustration of all three conditions Reversed pair Transposed pair Split pairs A VD ON hu DAW NR VD ON hu DAW NR VD ON AA DAW NOK VD ON BN DAW N 1 2 2 3 3 6 6 E E E 4 4 7 T 8 8 9 9 Figure 3 8 Incorrect pairing Issue 3 European Edition 12 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the
116. ere are major differences between the two technologies For example Ethernet transmission takes place without the need for any prior communication between sending and receiving terminals sometimes referred to as Packet Mode A sending station simply sends packets with the address attached in the packet header ATM communication on the other hand requires a preliminary call set up phase to define the route across the network between transmitting and receiving stations sometimes referred to as Circuit Mode Equipment is available to support data rates at 2 048Mbps for low speed wide area network WAN applications through to 25Mbps and 155Mbps STM1 for high speed LAN applications Connection of ATM equipment to a Volition structured cabling system can be made either through equipment supplied with the VF 45 interface or through use of a hybrid patch cable 1 2 4 Fibre Channel The Fibre Channel protocol is specified in ANSI X3T9 3 It is a high speed scalable serial interface offering data rates from 133Mbps to 1 06Gbps and above Originally developed to link mainframe computers to peripherals it can also be deployed in both the backbone and the horizontal portion of a LAN Fibre Channel has adopted VF 45 as a recommended interface which will enable direct connection to a Volition structured cabling system Issue 3 European Edition 10 3M Telecommunications DesignPlanning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Introductio
117. erface for voice and one for data In some cases more interfaces will need to be provided and this should be planned accordingly Open office cabling sometimes referred to as zone cabling is also an option and provides a multiple TO location that enables several work area cables to be routed from the same point Repeat this procedure for each floor of the building 23 1 1 Distribution points Depending on the horizontal cabling being used distribution points can be planned using either punch down type modules mounted on a frame or RJ45 jacks mounted in a patch panel Punch down modules e g from the RCP or SID product range will give optimum density RJ45 jacks whether installed discretely into or integrated into a patch panel will result in a lower density 23 1 2 Transition points A transition point can be used when using a centralised architecture and it is required to drop off pairs from a large pair count backbone cable In such cases a cross connect point DP is not typically provided on each floor Instead permanent jumpers are used between punch down modules to interconnect between the backbone and the horizontal cable The cross connection point in this case is provided on the MDF Issue 3 European Edition 85 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Copper voice cabling system 23 1 3 Patch panels for distribution points The Volition range of copper patch panels covers a
118. erminals Thus it is possible to have a logical ring topology implemented as a physical star installation provided all the design rules associated with the system are followed Issue 3 European Edition 8 3M Telecommunications DesignPlanning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Introduction to structured cabling systems In order to meet the 3M design criteria for the Volition Cabling System the system must conform to the topology shown in Figure 1 2 There are two main logical network topologies Star and Ring as can be seen in Figures 1 3 and 1 4 The centre of the star 1s usually the host computer although often 1t will be a file server or Multiple Access Unit MAU This topology is the more usual form for an Ethernet Network which is documented in IEEE 802 3 also implemented as ISO IEC 8802 3 STAR Figure 1 3 Star network topology The ring topology is used as its name suggests by the IBM Token Ring system which is documented in IEEE 802 5 also implemented as ISO IEC 8802 5 Although it uses a logical ring topology the physical implementation is usually in the form of a star and will generally be compliant with the generic cabling form shown in Figure 1 2 RING LOGICAL RING PHYSICAL STAR Figure 1 4 Ring network topology 1 2 Network protocols Network protocols are used to transport information between locations At times several protocols are used simultaneously for this purpose The passive component
119. es P45809DA Unshielded 8 pair disconnection module RCP 2000 Unshielded side cable entry modules Single wire and multi wire cables can be connected to either the upper or lower contacts Bonding springs for the drain only provided on the blue and green modules Equipped with 2 channelled wire guides Requires unshielded cords Issue 3 European Edition 123 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System System components and glossary Table 6 27 RCP 2000 Unshielded side cable entry modules P45839CE Unshielded 8 pair disconnection module Green P45809CE Unshielded 8 pair disconnection module P45921CE Unshielded 8 pair connection module RCP 2000 Corel modules Approved by France Telecom in accordance with CSE S 32 20 Single wire and multi wire cables can be connected to either the upper or lower contacts Equipped with 2 bonding combs 2 springs for bonding drains quad channelled wire guide above and by pairs below Requires screened cords Table 6 28 RCP 2000 Corel modules Model number P45022FT Shielded 8 pair disconnection module P45024FT Shielded 8 pair disconnection module P45021FT Shielded 8 pair disconnection module with shielded pair screen Yellow connection 33 2 2 STG 2000 The STG 2000 module family is the latest in the evolution of the STG range of connection modules This module offers Category 5 transmission performance as a standard As a result this module can b
120. extensive industry knowledge and appropriate training will optimum designs be realised Section 2 Installation and testing Basic information on installing the Volition Cabling System is provided and although some guidelines on safety are included no attempt has been made to cover all the regulatory and safety issues associated with the system installation It is the responsibility of the user of this manual to establish the appropriate health and safety practices and to ensure that all relevant regulatory requirements are met Most situations that an installer will encounter when installing cable are covered However no matter how well planned a proposed cable pathway or termination space cannot be guaranteed to be fully useful For example conduit or trunking planned for a fibre optic cable may have already been used for a much larger copper cable thereby reducing the space available Part 4 Volition copper voice cabling system Section 1 Design and planning A number of options related to a single building installation are described However different equipment configurations or positioning can affect the cost effectiveness of the final design One of the key decisions to be made with regard to the voice cabling system relates to whether it is to be incorporated into the system installed for data Issue 3 European Edition I 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Reference Document
121. f and floor are fabricated from one piece of sheet steel with pre prepared cable entry ports having removable plastic blanking plugs and PG cable gland screw fittings The 180 opening door is flush fitted has a lockable twist handle and can easily be removed for access to the cabinet Hinge location is left or right changeable on site Supplied in grey powder coated sheet steel the cabinets meet the requirements of Class IP 30 as standard but are also available to Class IP54 on request Table 6 74 QWG 600 and QWG 800 cabinets iawn number HxWxD 41 108 01100 QWG 800 empty 1100 x 800 x 350 41 108 01000 QWG 800 3 mounting rails 3 x QRS 1000 138 modules 1100 x 800 x 350 max Issue 3 European Edition 147 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System System components and glossary Table 6 75 Accessories for QWG 600 and QWG 800 cabinets 41096 570 00 43096 705 00 IP 54 upgrade kit 43036 53625 Cable channel 79096 570 25 FlexiRail for 46 SID C modules 36 SID CT modules VKA wall mounted cabinets Available in four sizes this range of wall mounted cabinets accommodates from 60 to 640 pairs using SID modules QSA modules can also be accommodated A distinguishing feature of the VKA range 1s the rotating base plate FlexiBase FlexiBase is available on VKA 4 VKA 8 and VKA 12 and allows different types of modules to be used in the same cabinet For
122. f heat humidity and vibration that could increase the risk of damage to the cable Cable supports 1 e cable trays must be used at all times These may exist from a previous installation or should be installed prior to the cable installation phase Supports shall be designed and installed to eliminate the risk of sharp edges or corners that could damage the cable Pathways constructed using tray work should use preformed bends compatible with the trays to execute changes in pathway direction Pathways shall be located to e provide a minimum clearance of 25mm from the fixing surface e provide the maximum amount of working space with a minimum of 150mm free space above the floor of the tray e provide the maximum protection to the installed cable Cable trunking ducting or conduit systems where used should have access provided at least every 12m to enable the use of draw boxes Draw boxes shall be large enough to maintain the minimum bend radius of the cable being installed Cables lying directly on ceiling tiles are unacceptable as they could injure the next person needing access to the ceiling or damage the cable 5 3 Cable handling The following techniques are commonly used during the cable installation process Care should always be taken to ensure the method used and the final cable placement does not degrade cable performance Installation requirements for cable placement are also found in standards such as ISO IEC 11801 ENS50173
123. f several telecommunications outlets connectors near end crosstalk NEXT Pair to pair NEXT is a measure of the signal coupling from one pair to another within the link A balanced input signal is applied to the disturbing pair at the near end of a link whilst the induced signal on the disturbed pair is measured at the near end NEXT is expressed as the ratio between the two signals expressed in decibels open shaft Usually an open space extending from a building s basement to its roof without any floor separations such as ventilation or elevator shafts Present codes do not allow any additions to existing open shafts optical fibre cable A cable consisting of one or more optical fibres optical power meter A device for measuring the link loss in an optical fibre network OTDR Optical Time Domain Reflectometer A device for measuring reflections and link loss in an optical fibre network outlet box telecommunications A metallic or non metallic box mounted within a wall floor or ceiling and used to hold telecommunications outlets connectors or transition devices outlet connector telecommunications A connecting device in the work area on which horizontal cable terminates See telecommunications outlet pair The two conductors of a balanced transmission line Generally refers to a twisted pair or one side circuit two diametrically facing conductors in a quad patch cable cord A length of flexible cable with connectors on
124. face A point at which connections are made to the generic cabling intermediate distribution frame See distribution frame jumper A cable unit or cable element without connectors used to make a connection at a cross connect keying The mechanical feature of a connector system that guarantees correct orientation of a connection or prevents the connection to a jack or to an optical fibre adapter of the same type intended for another purpose latency The time it takes to get information through a network Latency can be caused in several ways 1 by propagation delay the time it takes for the signal to travel the length of the line 2 by transmission delay the time it takes to send the packet the length of the line 3 by processing delay the time required to set up the path attach addresses and execute other switching tasks etc 4 by rotation delay the delay in accessing data arising from the need for the disk to rotate to the c Issue 3 European Edition 168 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System System components and glossary link A transmission path between two points not including terminal equipment work area cables and equipment cables main cross connect A cross connect for first level backbone cables entrance cables and equipment cables main distribution frame See distribution frame multi user telecommunications outlet assembly A grouping in one location o
125. face mounting boxes Model number Description Size mm HxWxD P28436AA___ Volition 45 x 45 frame for two RJ45 modules P28435AA___ Volition 50 x 50 frame for two RJ45 modules P20370AA_ Volition cover plate o o SSS S O P20471AA Volition Box for 4 mounting plates 132 x 225 x 60 Issue 3 European Edition 155 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System System components and glossary Double and triple gang boxes are moulded in white RAL 9010 ABS An insulated partition allows for the separation of power and data cables within the box assembly Boxes will accept both 45mm x 45mm and 22 5mm x 45mm modules To enable a complete box assembly one box one faceplate and two double gang or three triple gang support mechanisms are required Table 6 92 Double and triple gang surface mounting boxes Model number Description Size mm HxWxD P28690AA Volition surface mounted box 80 x 150 x 42 P28691AA Volition lid for surface mounted box 80 x 150 x2 80 x 205 x 42 80 x 205 x 2 64 x 75 5 x 10 5 72 5 x 39 5 x 2 Table 6 93 Anodised aluminium boxes Model number Description Size mm HxWxD P28467AA Volition double surface mounted box for 2 x 7 sockets 120 x 365 x 60 P28250AA Volition 45mm x 45mm full cover 45 x 45 Issue 3 European Edition 156 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System System components and glossary
126. g A combination of all cables wire cord fibre and connecting hardware campus A premises containing one or more buildings campus backbone cable A cable that connects the campus distributor to the building distributor s Campus backbone cables may also connect building distributors directly Issue 3 European Edition 165 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System System components and glossary campus distributor CD The distributor from which the campus backbone cabling emanates ceiling distribution system A distribution system that utilises the space between a suspended or false ceiling and the structural surface above centralised cabling A cabling configuration from the TO in the work area to a centralised building distributor BD without the use of a floor distributor FD channel The end to end transmission path connecting any two pieces of application specific equipment The equipment and work area cables are included as part of the channel closed shaft A series of vertically aligned closets one on each floor Cables run up through the floors using sleeves pipes conduits or slots Each closet typically contains additional fixtures to support the cabling and a method for fire stopping the aperture closet telecommunications An enclosed space for housing telecommunications equipment cable terminations and cross connect cabling that is the recognised location of th
127. g strips labelling strips for strip holders for marking of the ID 3000 disconnection modules inscription field 11 x 85 mm mounting material M4 nuts and toothed washers for mounting the disconnection blocks on existing conventional distribution frames e g HVt 55 71 DTAG Magazine elot Wire guide channels Highlights high density 0 32 0 8 mm wire diameter new compact MDF structure exchangeable modules no tool required 8andl0 pair modules blocks fit same mounting rail compatible with existing MDF frames cost savings through simple configuration of the frame pre jumpering possible short jumpering distances resulting in cable savings reduced installation time double contacts for T connection protected by module housing significant decrease in weight available as block or individual module cable guide accepts twisted pair and one pair shielded cable extensive range of accessories and over voltage protection 8 or 10 pair protection magazine Issue 3 European Edition 137 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System System components and glossary Table 6 51 ID 3000 disconnection blocks Technical data Technical data ID 3000 disconnection module CuZn23 Al3Co Surface treatment AG Silver min 5 um Wire configuration Solid conductors with a diameter of 0 32 0 64 mm PE or PVC insulated solid PE Flame protection UL 94 VO Max overall diameter m
128. ght bends or obstruction points extra help should be deployed in these areas to guide the cables to ensure they do not get trapped This will also reduce the pulling load that needs to be applied to the cable After installation ensure a minimum of 0 5m of cable slack is available at each end of the link 1 e patch panel module and outlet to allow for correct termination of the cable 26 1 1 Cable rodding equipment Cable rodding sets are used for installing horizontal cable in hard to get to locations or to route the cable past obstructions The rod is attached to the cables being installed Depending on the nature of the location the length of the rod can be extended by screwing on additional rods The rod can be used to bridge through difficult locations with the cable attached These steps may have to be repeated several times along a cable route 26 1 2 Pull cords Generally pull cords are placed by blowing them into conduit or by placing them along a cable support cable tray with a rod It is important to pull a replacement pull cord with the cable in order to facilitate the installation of subsequent cables 26 1 3 Floor distribution systems Floor distribution systems include under floor trunking systems conduit systems and access floor systems Except for conduit systems cable routes should either run parallel to or perpendicular to the building lines Under floor trunking systems are characterised by having either trunk
129. h will need to be removed based on 12 modules at 20mm pitch plus 125mm module width for each 100 pairs to be terminated Hold the cable firmly in both hands with the ring cut between the hands Pull the end of the cable sheath from the cable and discard Follow the instructions included with the patch panel module or RJ45 jack it may be necessary to remove the sheath in several smaller lengths Issue 3 European Edition 97 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Copper voice cabling system 26 0 Installing copper horizontal cable As for backbone cable 3M strongly recommend that copper horizontal cable and copper power cables should either be installed on separate cable supports or in separate sections of the support 26 1 Installation procedure The cable should be installed on a cable support located above a ceiling in a wall or under a floor The cable should take the most practical direct route ensuring that the minimum bend radius and maximum pulling load is never exceeded see Table 3 4 for information relating to Volition four pair cables refer to the cable manufacturers installation specification if using a voice grade cable Several cables can be pulled at the same time in order to reduce the time taken for the installation Remember never to apply the pulling load directly to the cable sheath Follow the instructions given in paragraph 14 3 1 If the route incorporates ti
130. hafts typically refer to distribution systems in older buildings where abandoned ventilation or elevator shafts are used for extending cables Open shafts usually extend from the basement of a building to the top floor and have no separation between floors Copper power cables and Volition optical fibre cables should either be installed in separate shafts or in separate sections of the shaft 3M recommend the use of closed shafts for Volition building backbone cable installation 6 1 Installation procedure Decide whether the cable is to be dropped down from an upper floor or pulled up from a lower floor In both cases safety is of prime importance Loose cables should be tied off so as not to cause an obstruction Cable reels should be secured so they cannot roll If it has been decided that the cable will be dropped ensure that the cable reel is equipped with a brake If the cable is being pulled up through closed shafts a key piece of equipment is a portable electric winch Always follow the manufacturer s guidelines when operating this equipment C During installation ensure that the minimum bend radius specification and the maximum pulling load of the cable are not exceeded see Table 2 19 One way to ensure this is to first install an inner duct usually manufactured from a corrugated material Inner ducts come in a variety of plastics and should be specified to meet local flammability regulations If an inner duct is
131. he Volition Cabling System System components and glossary A hinged door on the front of the panel provides access to the VF 45 sockets which can be locked using a padlock not supplied for extra security Wall mount patch panels are available in 6 12 and 24 port formats Table 6 4 Wall mount patch panels Model number Number of ports Dimensions mm Colour WxHxD 6 VOL 0406 198 x 163 x 54 Cream VOL 0412 198 x 255 x 54 VOL 0414 198 x 439 x 54 32 3 3 Wall mount splice boxes Volition wall mount splice boxes serve as a division point for multi fibre cables and to accommodate splices in centralised cabling The low profile structure eliminates the need for equipment rooms on each floor Table 6 5 Wall mount splice boxes and accessories Model number Number of fibres Dimensions mm Colour WxHxD Accessory 32 4 Outlet products 32 4 1 Wall mount outlets Volition wall mounted outlets accommodate VF 45 sockets and include cable strain relief and fibre storage facilities The VOL 0250A and 0250B outlets can house up to two VF 45 sockets and are used in conjunction with VOL 0700 faceplates to additionally accommodate 0 2 or 4 RJ45 sockets The VOL 0255 and 0256 outlets can house up to two VF 45 sockets one VF 45 socket and one RJ45 jack or two RJ45 jacks RJ45 jacks must employ keystone latching and be size compatible with the outlet Issue 3 European Edition 111 3M Telecommunications Design Pl
132. hows the superior equipment port utilisation efficiency of a centralised cabling architecture 100 90 LA Port Utilisation Efficiency al N O O FO NWN LT CO WD OO Ff NN Y O OO N O O O O 7 ON vo w O A O OQ N 136 145 154 163 172 Number of Ports Collapsed Backbone Distributed peas Collapsed Backbone Average Efficiency Distributed Average Efficiency Figure 1 5 Port utilisation efficiency In this instance 1t is assumed that the distributed architecture 1s implemented with six zones These may be six floors of a building or three floors where the end to end run exceeds 100m necessitating two FDs Issue 3 European Edition 12 3M Telecommunications DesignPlanning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Introduction to structured cabling systems With a centralised cabling architecture additional ports are added centrally irrespective of the location of the workstation the overall effect of this is an average effective utilisation efficiency of 83 Ina distributed cabling architecture ports have to be added within 90m of the workstation If the growth 1s random then it is conceivable that six extra ports could entail the addition of six extra twenty four port switches The immediate effect of such a scenario is to reduce the port utilisation efficiency to less than 20 Overall an average efficiency of just 58 could be expected 2 1 2 Energy and administration savings The incre
133. ight A rod is most suitable for insulated walls 26 2 Cable preparation in the TO termination area To prepare the cable in the TO termination area the following procedure should be adopted 1 Ensure there is between 0 3 and 0 5m of excess cable at the TO Trim any excess cable so that the conductors are flush with the end of the cable sheath Ensure the sheath cutter is correctly adjusted so as not to damage the conductors in the cable Measure and cut through the cable sheath 30mm from the end of the cable Hold the cable firmly in both hands with the ring cut between the hands Pull the end of the cable sheath from the cable and discard Follow the instructions included with the RJ45 Giga jack to complete the termination oN A 27 0 Installing centralised copper voice cabling Centralised cabling results in all the cross connection points being located centrally with the cable routing directly to the telecommunications outlet TO It is not necessary to limit the length of cable between termination points to 90m since it is assumed that the copper cable will never be required to carry data signals This may be accomplished using Volition horizontal cable only or a combination of Volition horizontal and backbone cable When making this type of installation the procedures documented for the installation of horizontal and backbone cable shall be followed 28 0 Installing racks cabinets frames modules and patch panels Follow the instr
134. ight portion of the trace Issue 3 European Edition 53 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Fibre cabling system Cursor C should be positioned such that it is just clear of the trailing edge and on the straight portion of the trace Cursor D should be positioned as far away as possible from cursor C while remaining on the straight portion of the trace When using this method the OTDR calculates using the least squares approximation formula the best fit straight line between points A and B on the trace and between points C and D on the trace It then projects these lines to a point where the vertical distance between them can be calculated and displays the result as attenuation in dB This procedure can be repeated by repositioning the cursors about the second connection on the link To obtain a value for connection attenuation the OTDR must be taken to the other end of the link and the measurement repeated The two results are then added together and divided by two to obtain the average attenuation for the connection The 3M Mini OTDR will automatically take measurements if scan trace is selected 11 5 Link performance requirements It is only required to measure the attenuation performance of the link Bandwidth and return loss measurements are not required The maximum attenuation shall not exceed the values specified in Table 5 of this manual 11 6 Test Report Upon
135. ignPlanning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Fibre cabling system Table 2 2 ISO IEC 11801 fibre types Optical Nominal core Minimum overfilled Effective Maximum attenuation fibre type diameter launch bandwidth laser launch dB km um Mhz km bandwidth MHz km OMI 50or625 200 500 35 15 OM2 50or625 500 500 35 15 OM3 so so 500 200 35 15 OST ET aa Me _ Pe Y gt e dd 107 3 3 Channel attenuation For fibre optic installations ISO IEC 11801 defines three different channel specifications These are shown in Table 2 3 below The attenuation of a channel and permanent link at a specified wavelength shall not exceed the sum of the specified attenuation values for the components at that wavelength where the attenuation of the cable is calculated from its attenuation coefficient multiplied by its length Table 2 3 ISO IEC 11801 Channel attenuation dB Channel attenuation Channel Singlemode 1300nm 1310nm OF 300 OF 500 OF 2000 Table 2 4 Maximum Volition channel attenuation dB Link Length 62 5um MMF 50um MMF SMF Channel m 850nm 1300nm 850nm 1300nm 1300nm lt 50 1 6 gt 50 100 1 6 gt 100 150 1 7 gt 150 200 1 7 gt 200 250 1 7 OF300___ gt 250 300 1 8 gt 300 350 1 8 gt 350 400 1 8 gt 400 450 1 9 OF500 gt 450 500 1 9 gt 500 550 1 9 1000 22 1500
136. ill review the product substitution s to determine if channel performance is likely to be compromised Subject to technical approval the final decision on whether to grant a warranty will be made by the appropriate 3M business manager Issue 3 European Edition 107 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System System components and glossary PART 6 SYSTEM COMPONENTS AND GLOSSARY 32 0 Volition fibre system components 32 1 The VF 45 small form factor SFF connector The VF 45 is a two part connector with a plug socket configuration The socket is simple and quick to terminate in the field thus cutting the cost of installations The plug comes pre terminated on the patchcord The VF 45 is tested in accordance with a combination of TIA IEC and 3M specifications the results of which are shown in Table 6 1 Table 6 1 VF 45 specification multimode sio DORA 0 754B II Mating Durability 500 cycles lt 0 75dB 500 cycles lt 0 75dB Strength of Coupling 33N lt 0 75dB 33N lt 0 75dB Plug Cable Retention 66N lt 0 75dB 66N lt 0 75dB Plug Static side load 6 6N lt 0 75dB 6 6N lt 0 75dB 100 cycles 90 0 5kg lt 0 75dB 100 cycles 90 0 5kg lt 0 75dB Cold 10C 96 Hours lt 0 3dB change 10C 96 Hours lt 0 3dB change Dry Heat 60C 14 days lt 0 3dB change 60C 14 days lt 0 3dB change Change of Temperature 5 cycles 10C to 60C lt 0 3dB change 5 cycles
137. information regarding the link performance standard being tested to and the type of cable used for the permanent link must be entered into the tester For accurate distance and resistance measurements it is also necessary to enter a value for the nominal velocity of propagation NVP for the cable Finally ensure that the equipment is calibrated correctly Master slave units normally need to be calibrated to each other so it is important not to mix units unless this is taken into consideration Once the correct set up self test and calibration instructions have been followed testing can begin Issue 3 European Edition 74 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Copper cabling system Follow the tester manufacturers instructions carefully For guidance a typical auto test sequence is given below 1 Attach the appropriate link interface adapters to the master and slave units 2 Turn on the slave 3 Connect the slave to the far end of the cable link 4 Turn the switch on the master unit to AUTOTEST 5 Verify that the settings displayed are correct You can change these settings in the SETUP mode 6 Connect the master unit to the near end of the cable link 7 Start the Auto test Table 3 10 Class D and E Test set configuration requirements Fluke DSP 4000 4100 amp 4300 Setup Software Standard version amp PC Software Get the latest versions on Fluke Networks Web Site
138. ing or duct running from the telecommunications closet to strategically placed junction boxes in the floor The trunking generally extends at 90 degree angles from the telecommunications closet and feeds into junction boxes Distribution trunking is then used from the junction boxes to feed the floor outlet locations which are placed to serve a predetermined area of the floor Access floor systems are mostly found in computer rooms However they are being used more extensively in densely populated areas where a significant number of outlets may be installed Issue 3 European Edition 98 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Copper voice cabling system 26 1 4 Ceilings Volition cables shall not be placed directly onto suspended ceiling tiles Cable support systems such as cable trays or conduit shall be employed When pulling cables through a suspended ceiling space every two to three tiles should be removed for access This will assist in the routing of the cable around obstructions etc and facilitate the installation of cables in the support system employed 28 1 5 Walls Cables installed above a suspended ceiling will need to be dropped down to the work area The cable may be routed down a distribution column into which the outlet is located or dropped down a wall cavity Dropping cables down an empty wall cavity 1s generally not difficult A rod may be used or even a string tied to a we
139. ion and provides a multiple TO location that enables several work area cables to be routed from the same point Repeat this procedure for each floor of the building 13 1 1 Floor distributors It is recommended that at least one floor distributor be provided for every 1000m of office floor space ISO IEC11801 EIA TIA 569A gives details of the recommended size requirements for floor distributors and Table 2 5 suggests alternative sizes more suitable to the European market 13 1 2 19 Patch panels for floor distributors The Volition range of copper patch panels covers a variety of configurations see Part 6 It is essential to choose the correct patch panel for the jack that is to be installed in it the One Click Giga K5E and K6 RJ45 jacks have different mounting arrangements Adequate patchcord management features must be provided to ensure minimum bend radius specifications of the patchcord are not exceeded Depending on the patch panel chosen these features can be provided on the front face of the rack using the P33340AA0000 1U and or P33345AA0000 2U cable management panels or alternatively if 800mm wide racks from the QVSL range are being used cable management rings that locate on each side of the rack should be used If cable management panels are being used 1U of cable management space should be provided for every 24 ports to be patched If rack mounted management features are being used sufficient features should always be
140. ipment work area cable cord A cable connecting the telecommunications outlet to the terminal equipment sometimes referred to as a patchcord Issue 3 European Edition 172 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System System components and glossary 35 1 Acronyms and Abbreviations ACR ANSI APC ASTM ATM BD BER BICSI B ISDN CD CISPR CP CPE CSMA CD DUT EIA ELFEXT EMC EMI FD FDDI FEXT FOTP FTP IDC IDF IEC IEEE IL ISDN ISO ITU R ITU T LAN LED MAU Mbps MDF MUTO NEXT NIST PBX PC PS NEXT PS ACR PS ELFEXT Issue 3 European Edition 173 attenuation to crosstalk ratio American National Standards Institute angled physical contact American Society for Testing and Materials asynchronous transfer mode building distributor bit error rate Building Industry Consulting Service International broadband ISDN campus distributor International Special Committee on Radio Interference consolidation point customer premises equipment carrier sense multiple access with collision detection device under test Electronic Industries Association equal level far end cross talk electromagnetic compatibility electromagnetic interference floor distributor fibre distributed data interface far end crosstalk fibre optic test procedure foiled twisted pair insulation displacement connection intermediate distribution frame International Electrotechnical C
141. ir count cable with ten pair grouping 1s being used in the backbone then the wiring scheme shown in Table 4 11 should be followed Table 4 12 Wiring scheme for cable in 10 pair groups Colour Blue Blue white Module position 8 pair 10 pair Orange white Orange 38 Green white Green 7 7 4 Brown white 8 8 4 Bom pot 9 5 Slate white Slate 7 Orange Green pot 7 9 Brownred o2 8 9 Bom 23 9 10 Slatered 4 to 10 Slate WIN pu B ae ee ee ee ee ee gt 28 1 4 Patchcord and jumper installation at the DP and BD Patchcords and jumpers are only installed once the installation is complete and after all testing has been finalised Care should be taken when routing jumpers and patchcords between modules and patch panels Sufficient patchcord management panels and horizontal and vertical jumper rings should be used to ensure a tidy installation and to facilitate tracing of circuits at a later date Issue 3 European Edition 101 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Copper voice cabling system 29 0 Testing Where data cable has been installed the system must be tested in accordance with the requirements of paragraph 20 Where voice grade cable has been installed it is only necessary to test that the correct wire mapping has been followed between each end of the links being tested 29 1 Testing proce
142. ire stop A material device or assembly of parts installed in a cable pathway at a fire rated wall or floor to prevent passage of flame smoke or gases through the rated barrier e g between cubicles or separated rooms or spaces floor distributor FD The distributor used to connect between the horizontal cable and other cabling subsystems or equipment See telecommunications closet ground A conducting connection whether intentional or accidental between an electrical circuit e g telecommunications or equipment and the earth or to some conducting body that serves in place of earth horizontal cable A cable connecting the floor distributor FD to the telecommunications outlet s TO horizontal cross connect A cross connect of horizontal cabling to other cabling e g horizontal backbone equipment host A large computer used to handle most of the tasks within a data network identifier An item of information that links a specific element of the telecommunications infrastructure with its corresponding record infrastructure telecommunications A collection of those telecommunications components excluding equipment that together provides the basic support for the distribution of all information within a building or campus inner duct A non metallic raceway usually circular placed within a larger raceway intermediate cross connect A cross connect between first level and second level backbone cabling inter
143. it offers a lower density than SID C The module also mounts on standard SID back mount frames Issue 3 European Edition 132 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System System components and glossary A wide range of accessories and a over voltage protection system complete the product family Highlights e High density Compatible with LSA and QSA backmount frames SID CT One wire per slot 0 32 0 80 mm Optimised cable conductor guide Long life tools Flexible mounting systems Removal without a special tool Comprehensive over voltage protection system Table 6 44 SID C and SID CT specification Technical data SID C SID CT Yes es Overall diameter over insulation mm Dielectric strength Issue 3 European Edition 133 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System System components and glossary Table 6 45 SID C modules Model number Description Dimensions mm Colour WxHxD 79101 553 00 Connection module 10 pair 112 x 17 3 x 37 Grey black 79101 553 35 Connection module 10 pair gel filled 112 x 17 3 x 37 Grey black 79101 561 00 Connection module 8 pair 112 x 17 3 x 37 Grey black 79101 564 00 ABS connection module 3 pole 112 x 17 3 x 37 Grey black 79101 567 00 Earthing module 40 wires 112 x 17 3 x 37 Grey red First colour refers to module second colour refers to printing Table 6 46 S
144. ividually although where space and the nature of the route permits 1t 1s possible to pull more than one cable at a time For long and or difficult routes as in the case of the horizontal cable the pulling load should never be applied directly to the cable sheath In such cases the following procedure should be adopted 1 Strip the sheath of the cable approximately 50cm 2 Cut the fibres at the cable jacket and either a b c d or e Group the aramid yarn into two bunches Weave the two bunches to create a loop twisting the ends Place the pulling rope through the loop and tie a knot Tape the end along with the rope to make a smooth and compact pulling end Attach the central strength member to the pulling rope using a suitable attachment In both cases if a winch is being used to pull the cable a suitable overload protection device shall be used to prevent the maximum pulling load of the cable from being exceeded Issue 3 European Edition 42 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Fibre cabling system 6 0 Installing Volition fibre backbone cable Indoor backbone cables and indoor outdoor cables can be installed in either closed or open shafts Indoor outdoor cables can also be installed in underground ducts Closed shafts are used to route cables from floor to floor through a sleeve slot conduit or rack that can be fire stopped Figures 3 1 3 2 3 3 and 3 4 Open s
145. izontal distribution green for vertical distribution yellow for resources orange for private voice ivory for digital and red for security The RCP 2000 Corel range was specifically designed for and approved by France Telecom Highlights e Category 5 as a standard e Unshielded 8 pair connection and disconnection modules rear and side cable e Unshielded 16 pair connection and disconnection module rear cable only Issue 3 European Edition 121 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System System components and glossary High density 14 mm pitch 0 4 0 8 mm wire handling range 2 wires can be accommodated in the same slot Optional contacts for stranded wires Colour coded modules to aid circuit identification Multiple re terminations Comprehensive range of protection circuits and accessories Table 6 22 RCP 2000 specification Technical data RCP 2000 RCP 2000 Corel 16 pair modules po ves 10 pair modules n O no 8 pair modules 16 Vertical pitch mm 6 16 Wire diameter solid mm 0 4 0 70 0 4 0 80 Wire diameter stranded mm 7 x 0 15 0 20 7 x 0 15 0 20 Overall diameter over insulation mm Number of re terminations 0 80 wire o Contact material Contact surface tin lead plated um fee Housing material Flame protection S Volume resistance MQ _ __ lt 2 20 RCP 2000 Shielded against conducted and radiated electromagnetic interfe
146. ject where applicable to the prevailing law If any goods supplied or processed by or on behalf of 3M prove on inspection to be defective in material or workmanship 3M will at its option replace the same or refund to the Buyer the price of the goods or services Except as set out above all warranties and conditions whether expressed or implied statutory or otherwise are excluded to the fullest extent permissible at law 3M Volition VF 45 Crimplok Fibrlok Lightlinker MS Scotch Scotchcal ScotchCode Scotchfil Scotchkote Scotchlite Scotchlok ScotchMark Scotchmate ScotchPad Scotchrap and SliC are trademarks of 3M Quante SID and ID 3000 are trademarks of Quante AG Accuribbon is a registered trademark of Lucent Technologies Ethernet is a trademark of Xerox Token Ring is a trademark of IBM Quante AG 3M Telecommunications Uellendahler Str 353 42109 Wuppertal Germany Tel 49 0 202 292 0 Fax 49 0 202 292 2893 Email 3MTelecommunications de mmm com Internet www 3MTelecommunications com Dr Nr 07 404 64600 03 2003 9 1 Pouyet S A 3M T l communications Boulevard de 1Oise 95006 Cergy Pontoise Cedex France Tel 33 0 1 30 31 61 61 Fax 33 0 1 30 31 63 28 Email 3MTelecommunications fremmm com Internet www 3MTelecommunications com
147. ket stripper VOL 0560B Scissors Micro module stripper Fibre stripper 250um coating Polishing puck assembly Polishing puck face VOL 0560L Fibre view scope with adapter base Cotton buds Lint free wipes Bottle alcohol empty Cleaning wires 100um diameter Adapter base view scope Polishing station sub assembly Replacement cleave blade Polishing paper 5 sheets Penlight Tool pouch Tool case Base station door 32 3 Housings 32 3 1 Rack mount patch panels The Volition system patch panels are designed to take maximum advantage of the small form factor of the VF 45 connector They are available in 24 48 and 72 port formats A separate patchcord management panel is also available Table 6 3 Rack mount patch panels Model number Number No of patch cable Mounting Vertical rack Colour of ports management rings arrangement space VOL 0430 ES 19 IEC 297 VOL 0432ES 48 __ I9 1EC29 VOL 0434ES 72 __ I9 EC29 VOL O499E 0 4 I9 EC297 Notes 1 Patch Cable management panel only Issue 3 European Edition 109 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System System components and glossary 32 3 2 Wall Mount patch panels Volition wall mount patch panels are manufactured in powder coated sheet metal and can be fixed easily and quickly to the wall Issue 3 European Edition 110 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of t
148. kilonewton S second ms millisecond us microsecond ns nanosecond V Volt mV millivolt uV microvolt Q ohm mQ milliohm Volition VF 45 and 3M are trademarks of 3M Ethernet is a trademark of Xerox Token Ring is a trademark of IBM ST is a trademark of AT amp T Issue 3 European Edition 174 3M Telecommunications www 3MTelecommunications com Datasheets today available Volition Network Solutions Copper Cabling System Components Volition RJ45 K5e Jacks Volition RJ45 K6 Jacks Volition M Patch Panels Keystone Volition Patch Panels Giga and Qmax Volition Cat 5e Patch Cables Volition RJ45 Sockets Giga and Qmax Volition U K Faceplates Keystone Volition Cat 5e Cable UTP Volition Cat 6 Cable UTP Volition Cat 6 Cable FTP Volition Cat 6 Cable FFTP Volition Network Solutions Fibre Cabling System Components Volition Fibre Optic Indoor Outdoor Cable Volition VF 45 Socket Termination Kit Volition VF 45 Singlemode Socket and Patch Cords Volition VF 45 Maintenance Cleaning Kit amp Mechanical Plug Cleaner Volition Wall Mount Splice Box Volition Outlet Products Volition VF 45 Multimode Socket and Patch Cords Volition VOL 1081 Mini Switch Volition Ethernet Fast Ethernet Media Converters Copper Fibre Volition Floor tank Inserts Volition Fibre Optic Network Interface Cards Volition Indoor Fibre Optic Cable Volition Fibre Opti
149. l wiring at the DP When a dual voice data system is installed using Volition four pair cable and eight pair modules the following wiring scheme should be adopted at the module Note that position one is on the left of the module when viewed from the front and that voice is usually carried over pair one Table 4 10 Wiring scheme for 4 pair cable Module position 1 l White blue a O ETA AN 28 1 2 RJ45 Giga jack installation in the horizontal at the DP and TO When installing the RJ45 Giga jack in a patch panel at the DP or in an outlet at the TO the following wiring scheme should be adopted Table 4 11 RJ45 Giga jack wiring scheme Jack position Orange white Orange Blue white po 4 Brown Issue 3 European Edition 100 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Copper voice cabling system 28 1 3 Module installation in the backbone at the DP and BD When using higher pair count cables in the backbone then the wiring scheme to be followed will depend on the following Whether a dual data voice scheme is being installed Whether eight or ten pair modules are being used The type and size of the backbone cable The wire grouping in the cable IS oa If a dual data voice scheme is being installed and Volition four pair cable is being used in the backbone then the wiring scheme shown in Table 4 10 should be followed If however the installation is for voice only and a large pa
150. lan the quantity and type of materials needed for each stage with a storage location nearby The area should be surveyed to estimate the number of people required to install the cable and to ascertain if any special installation aids will be required While conducting the survey the positions where a change in direction of the cable pull will be necessary should also be noted Having an understanding of building construction methods will help when planning the cable installation e g 1t is usually possible to install cable between two wall studs without hitting a cross member Familiarity with other construction methods associated with ceilings plastered suspended vaulted floors suspended concrete ducted and walls insulated masonry partition stud plastered will also be useful Issue 3 European Edition 34 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Fibre cabling system Identify existing cable routes In many cases the same route can be used Identifying the existence of a pull cord will save considerable time during the installation When using a pull cord a replacement should always be left for later installations The entry points for cable pathways shall be accessible and not blocked with permanent building installations they should allow for cable installation repair and maintenance without risk to personnel or equipment Cable pathways should also avoid localised sources o
151. lanning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Fibre cabling system 4 2 Building backbone cabling The building backbone cable is the second element of the system to be considered From the building layout drawing determine the best location for the building distributor this may often coincide with the point of entrance of the telecommunications cables into the building Select the best route s to connect each floor distributor to the building distributor As in the case of horizontal cabling cables should not be installed within lightning conductor voids or lift shafts The route should not result in the minimum bend radius of the cable being exceeded This figure varies depending on whether the cable is under load or not Table 2 19 gives details 4 2 1 Building distributors EIA TIA 569A gives details of the recommended space requirements for building distributors Table 2 16 suggests alternative floor area sizes more suitable to the European market Table 2 16 Building distributor size Work Stations Building Distributor size m 101 400 401 800 801 1200 70 4 2 2 Patch panels racks and cabinets for backbone cabling Volition wall mount or VOL 0430 ES series patch panels shall be provided at each end of the building backbone cable See paragraph 4 1 4 for planning guidance on rack space requirements and paragraph 13 1 3 for information on racks and cabinets 4 3 Centralised cabling A collapsed backbone structu
152. lation of the Volition Cabling System Copper voice cabling system 22 4 Link design criteria The following design criteria must be observed in order to satisfy the extended warranty requirements for the Volition voice cabling system 22 4 1 Maximum link lengths Unless the system is required to support data in which case the 90m maximum link length rule should be observed within a building there is no restriction on the maximum length of a link This is true irrespective of whether the system will be carrying analogue or digital voice circuits and for transmission speeds up to 144kbps Where voice service is carried between buildings at higher speeds e g 30 channel PCM at 2Mbps then there may well be a restriction on the link length related to the type of cable being used Although not within the scope of this manual link lengths up to 2km are likely to be achievable for transmission rates up to 2Mbps when the appropriate cable is used Issue 3 European Edition 84 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Copper voice cabling system 23 0 Planning guidelines The following paragraphs give guidelines on planning a Volition voice cabling system The same approach should be adopted irrespective of whether a distributed or a centralised cabling architecture is being used However where a centralised architecture is being deployed there are no DPs on the floor However transition points can be inc
153. le 3 3 gives outline dimensions further details are included in Part 6 Issue 3 European Edition 58 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Copper cabling system Table 3 3 Racks and cabinets for floor distributors Description Height U Size mm H x W x D BCCS rack 36U high 600 x 600 Becski O Ox BT Basic Type 1 without mounting frame 42 2000x800x600 Basic Type 2 including 19 frame 42 2000x800 x 600 ESTA E IS E O E AER Basic Type 4 without mounting frame 2000 x 800 x 800 Basic Type 5 including 19 ame a 2000x 800x800 ATC ESTE Compact6 3 70 X 600x580 Pico3 550K 450 x 315 13 1 4 Telecommunications outlets Many different designs of telecommunications outlets are offered and it is important to choose the correct design for the application The RJ45 Giga jack and the K5E and K6 RJ45 jacks have different mounting arrangements that are a Y not compatible with each other however the K5E and K6 jacks do use the A same mounting arrangement keystone as the VF 45 socket Whilst it is not possible to mount the VF 45 socket into the copper TOs described here it is possible to mount the K5E and K6 jack into the VOL 0256 outlet as shown in the picture opposite Outlets can be located on the wall floor or elsewhere in the work area e g in trunking or in custom modular furniture The cabling shall be planned in such a way that the outlets wi
154. led BT Type 300 Wall QS 2ISID C 0 pair 1000 Ki EAE Floorvexanding RCP Gand 0 pai 1440 7500 Kit 23 2 3 Frames for IDF applications In many cases the service provider will have exclusive ownership of the MDF and terminate his cable directly onto it It will then be necessary to provide a second frame sometimes referred to as a redistribution frame or IDF to act as the building distributor Jumpers are installed between the MDF and IDF It is common but not essential for the MDF and the IDF to be located adjacent to each other 1 e in the same room Table 4 8 should be used to select the appropriate frame for the IDF application 23 2 4 19 Racks for MDF and IDF applications Because the incoming cable from the service provider is terminated directly onto the MDF it is more usual that an 8 or 10 pair module is used at this point Modules have a greater pair density than 19 patch panels and have the added benefit that electrical protection over voltage and or over current can easily be included if required It 1s however quite feasible to use patch panels with RJ45 jacks as an IDF patching between the frames using a hybrid patchcord 23 2 5 Electrical protection The RCP 2000 STG 2000 SID C SID CT and QSA modules all feature a range of over voltage and over current accessories Protection may be in the form of a magazine which will protect all the pairs in the module or in the form of a plug which will pro
155. lexible sit Cable Ciampos allowing any combination of cable sizes ias Although more flexible slots are more expensive to install than sleeves in an existing building Another disadvantage 1s that unused Figure 3 2 Slot method slots are difficult to fire stop They may also damage the structural integrity of the floor if care is not taken during installation to avoid cutting floor support Slot Method In multi storey buildings lateral or horizontal runs of the backbone cable are often necessary to cover the distance from the BD to the riser shaft and up on the floors from the riser shaft to the FD Remember that lateral runs which need to follow a convenient easily installable pathway are rarely simple straight lines between endpoints Horizontal riser shaft options include e conduit method e rack method Issue 3 European Edition 61 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Copper cabling system Conduit Method In conduit backbone systems metal conduit is used to house and protect the cables Conduit allows pulling of cables in vertically offset paths caused by a horizontal offset between backbone closets on adjacent floors In open Main Backbone Conduit Extending Through Basemen Area shafts and in lateral backbone distribution such as through a basement area conduit provides mechanical protection for cables Conduit offers the advantage of being fireproof a
156. ling use tools that are suitable for the job 5 1 1 Optical fibre safety The following practices shall be adopted e exposed optical fibre ends shall be kept away from the skin and eyes e the quantity of optical fibre waste shall be minimised e waste fibre fragments shall be treated with care and collected and disposed of in suitable containers Optical fibre transmission equipment emits infra red non visible light It is impossible to detect the presence of such optical signals with the human eye Connector end faces prepared optical fibres or broken optical fibres shall not be viewed directly unless the power source is known to be safe and under control 5 1 2 Clothing Wearing the proper clothing will promote personal safety Some work operations will A gt require safety glasses e g for cable termination operations hard hat e g on new A a construction sites and gloves e g for cable pulling and cleaning operations A ES Issue 3 European Edition 33 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Fibre cabling system 5 1 3 Planning Plan the job with safety in mind Walk out areas to be cabled and identify potential hazard sites If in doubt consult the person in your organisation responsible for safety 5 1 4 Secure the work area Ensure that the work area is safe before during and after the installation Before commencement of any work set out cones or safety tape as app
157. ll be readily accessible and the outlets shall be positioned such that the plug on the patchcord can easily be inserted into the jack It is preferable that the sockets do not face upwards where dirt and dust can collect on the door and possibly contaminate the contacts when the plug is introduced A high density of outlets will enhance the flexibility of the installation 13 2 Building backbone cabling The building backbone cable is the second element of the system to be considered The backbone is the main feeder cable route within the building carrying all the signals from the FDs to the BD and or CD It ultimately provides the interface to the external network Issue 3 European Edition 59 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Copper cabling system The backbone must not only be cable of supporting current networking needs it must also be capable of supporting future network growth Factors to consider regarding the backbone include e The size of the network e g number of TOs link lengths required to get from the FD to the furthest TO e The network operating speed to the workstation and hence the bandwidth required in the backbone to support that speed without causing transmission bottlenecks e The position of any workgroup and enterprise servers which will also have an impact on the bandwidth requirement of the backbone e The requirements to expand the network in the f
158. luded if required For technical as well as safety reasons 3M recommend the separation of Volition copper voice cable from power cabling This is particularly important if the cable may be required to carry data This can be achieved either through use of a separate cable support structure or by physical restraint of the cabling within the same support structure Table 3 1 taken from EIA TIA 569 gives guidelines on the separation distance required In addition where cabling has to pass through a fire rated wall floor or other barrier 1t is essential that an appropriate fire stop material be used 23 1 Horizontal cabling The horizontal cabling is the first element of the system to be considered From the floor layout drawing Figure 2 2 showing the positions of the outlets determine the best location for the DP or transition point Factors that should be considered with regard to DP location are link length restrictions position in relation to the building distributor and backbone cable position in relation to any floor distributor located on the same floor position in relation to DPs on other floors size in relation to number of anticipated TOs Having decided on the best position for the DP plan the best route for the horizontal cable to take to each outlet point TO The route chosen should allow access for cable placement and meet cable bend radius requirements given in Table 3 4 Generally the TO should provide a minimum of one int
159. m l l Module body Polycarbonate colour RAL 7035 grey Contact resistance mQ lt 3 Dielectric strength 2 kVeff 50 Hz Current carrying capacity A at 20 C gt 2 5 acc to DIN 41 640 part 8 Insulation resistance Q acc to DIN 40 040 gt 1012 in new condition indoor conditions gt 1010 after damp heat Coupling capacitance pF Surge voltage acc to VDE 0433 table 3 kV gt 1 8 surge wave 10 700 A Surge current pulse form 8 20 us kA 25 Transmission rates near end cross talk Ethernet according to IEEE 802 3 at 10 MHz gt 45 dB Token Ring according to IEEE 802 5 at 4 MHz gt 62 dB at 10 MHz gt 50 dB Material of the back mount frames Stainless steel 1 5 mm Table 6 52 IDC 3000 blocks 15 600 02000 yes Disconnection block ___________ 15 600 02025 yes Disconnection block _________ 15 628 02000__ yes Disconnection blocks ___ 15 564 02100 yes ______ Disconnection block with abe modules 15 600 02100 yes Disconnection block with abe modules 15 600 00000 tyes Disconnection block ____________ 15 600 00025_ tyes Disconnection block ___________ 15 600 00026 tyes Disconnection block _____________ 15 604 00000 tyes Disconnection block _________ 15 628 00000 tyes Disconnection block ___________ 15 628 00026 tyes Disconnection block _ 15 700 00000 tyes Discomnectionblock _________
160. m the building layout drawing determine the best location for the building distributor and the associated main distribution frame MDF and or intermediate distribution frame IDF This may often coincide with the point of entrance of the telecommunications cables into the building Select the best route s to connect the MDF or IDF to the distribution points located on each floor 23 2 1 Building distributors EIA TIA 569A gives details of the recommended space requirements for building distributors Table 2 16 in Part 2 suggests alternative sizes more suitable to the European market Issue 3 European Edition 89 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Copper voice cabling system 23 2 2 Frames for MDF applications For main distribution frame MDF applications in medium to large installations 3M offer several different floor standing frame designs Some of the frames are single sided and need securing to a supporting wall whilst some designs e g the ID Multi Types 105 6 108 and the FAE can be assembled back to back making them double sided and free standing For smaller installations the RIBE CIPE QVG and 500 ranges provide the planner with a wide choice of frames from which to select If appearance is important then ABS or steel covers with plain or glass fronted doors are available for the CIPE range refer to Part 6 Table 4 8 Main distribution frame selection table mm assemb
161. n addition where cabling has to pass through a fire rated wall floor or other barrier 1t is essential that an appropriate fire stop material be used Table 3 1 Minimum distances between IT and power cables Type of installation Minimum separation distance mm Without With With steel metallic aluminium divider divider divider Screened power cable and screened IT cable 0 0 0 Notes 1 Power and data cabling when installed in a sub floor installation should preferably be run at right angles to one another with appropriate bridging points giving the required separation being provided at the crossing points 2 Ifthe horizontal cable length is lt 35m and screened IT cabling is used no separation is required 3 Ifthe horizontal cable is gt 35m and screened IT cabling is being the separation distance does not apply to the final 15m of horizontal cable 13 1 Screening A cable screen creates a barrier between the external electromagnetic environment and the transmission line inside the screen The performance of the screen depends on the design of the screen the material from which it is constructed and on the way it is connected to local earth If screened cable is being installed 3M recommend the following e The cable screen should be continuous from one end of the link to the other and shall be connected at both ends to the RJ45 jack e Special attention shall be paid to the assembly of the screened RJ45 ja
162. n cable Jor Pulin ds 66 43 2 Preparine Volition fibre baekbone Cao it 67 15 0 INSTALLING VOLITION FIBRE BACKBONE CABLE sseesscsecscsecsecsecsesscsecsecseoscsecsecscosesecseosessesees 67 16 0 INSTALLING VOLITION COPPER HORIZONTAL CABLE eseeseseeseesecsecscoscsecsecseseesecsecsesecsecseesees 68 64 INSTALE ATION PROCEDURE 2 a a dad 68 lod eable Toad AAA tha cieattentanaad E EE 68 a E T EE D AS ANE MN A EENE E E E O EE EENE A EN setae 68 LOTS OOF ASRI DUON S VSTE S a E E T ET E abana ba cils conan hisses eakaakt 68 VOLAR IN Sst ae I ct crc Sata R E TO 69 A VV LG esearch Sa eaten ater cs ceased ae esa N AE sec EA ERC AE 69 16 2 CABLE PREPARATION IN THE TO TERMINATION AREA cccssceecceccecceccecceccescesccscceccuscescescescescetscescscescescs 69 17 0 INSTALLING PATCH PANELS SPLICE BOXES AND WALL FLOOR OUTLETS 69 Issue 3 European Edition 3 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Table of Contents SO RJAS JACK INSTALLATION ii 69 19 0 RCP 2000 OR STG 2000 MODULE INSTALLATION ooocccccconnnnnncccccccccccncncnnncccnonnnococonocccccccnccccancnncccconos 70 20 0 TESTING its ds 71 20 1 TEST EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS cccscccsessccessccceescccesscccesseceesscecesscceeacesetscesescesetscesetssesetasesetssenetssensneeens 71 227 TANK AND CHANNEL DEFINITION erora iena a a debian 71 AU SES TING REO MIE ING de e E de abs e ad a e dl 71 20 4 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS ccccccess
163. n ono a aa aaa aaa a aaa 97 26 0 INSTALLING COPPER HORIZONTAL CABLE 1i ccccccscsccsccsscccccccccssccecccsccscccscccscccecccsccsscoesceecs 98 20 INS TFABEATION PROCEDURE ud lindoo 98 ZO ICA TOUN EMM is 98 E O eal 11 607 q 0 e AORTA AE EA E AR E A IAE 98 OS OOA IDU SS I S a a eiii 98 A E SE A A T GSP OPTS PR PER 99 SAT IU LS eas cee tah A A a A SE A shes dk IRS gh ee a 99 26 2 CABLE PREPARATION IN THE TO TERMINATION AREA ccccecesccscceccecceccesceccescceccsccescscescescescessctscscesceees 99 27 0 INSTALLING CENTRALISED COPPER VOICE CABLING cccccssssssssssssssssccccccccccsscsessees 99 28 0 INSTALLING RACKS CABINETS FRAMES MODULES AND PATCH PANELS c000eees 99 Zo VIO DUE UNG TALA TON si ca oca 99 28 1 1 Module installation for horizontal wiring at the DP uiinnnninnniniiiiininnnnnnnnananannnnanannnnnannnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn 100 28 1 2 RJ45 Giga jack installation in the horizontal at the DP and TO ooonnnnininininicininnnonannanananananarn nn nn nooo 100 28 1 3 Module installation in the backbone at the DP and BD ooooonnnnninnocninonnncnncnnonnnn nan nnn narnia nan nn nn 101 28 1 4 Patchcord and jumper installation at the DP and BD uoonnnnnninininininicinnnnnnnnnnnnanananananannnnana aaa aaa 101 290 DS DROS TIN E AA AAA AS AA ATA AS AA nT EEN 102 29 1 TESTING PROCEDURE FOR VOICE GRADE CABLE danita 102 2 ESTARE POR Da SRD EEN ee OO loca 103 PART 5 SYSTEM ADMINISTRATION AND SYSTEM WARRANTY
164. n to structured cabling systems 1 2 5 Fibre Distributed Data Interface FDDI Defined by a set of ANSI ISO standards this is a 100Mbps timed token protocol that has a ring structure FDDI is typically installed with counter rotating rings to mitigate cabling disasters For instance if one ring is severed the other ring survives to continue the data stream As in the case of ATM equipment connection of FDDI equipment to a Volition structured cabling system can be made either through equipment equipped with the VF 45 interface or through use of a hybrid patch cable 1 2 6 xDSL A generic term given to the Digital Subscriber Line protocols and equipment used to increase the operating speed of the access network The originating protocol was Asymmetric Digital Subscriber Line ADSL a protocol originally specified at 2Mbps to the subscriber s premises and 64kbps back Subsequent developments worked at higher speeds and are known as HDSL High bit rate Digital Subscriber Line and VDSL Very High bit rate Digital Subscriber Line which works at 26Mbps to the subscriber and 2Mbps back 1 2 7 Voice over Internet Protocol VoIP A protocol or standard set aimed at defining the transmission of voice traffic over the Internet One of the main drivers behind this is the VoIP Forum a working group formed from industry members that is focused on extending the ITU T H 323 standard such that equipment from different manufacturers can support voic
165. nd open local codes usually mandate the much safer closed shaft However variations are sometimes necessary as the structure of an existing building may not allow for a single continuous route The following paragraphs explain the options available for locating the backbone cables through the building Vertical riser shaft options include e sleeve method e slot method Issue 3 European Edition 60 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Copper cabling system Sleeve Method Used in the riser shaft sleeves are short lengths of conduit usually made of rigid metal pipe 100mm in diameter They are placed in a concrete floor as 1t 1s being poured and protrude 25 mm to 100 mm above the floor Cables are often tied to a steel support strand that in turn 1s fastened to a metal strap bolted on the wall Sleeves are used when the closets are vertically aligned To Steal I Strand 101 114 Figure 3 1 Sleeve method Slot Method The slot method is sometimes used in riser shafts Slots are rectangular openings in each floor that enable cables to pass through from floor to floor as shown opposite The size of the slot varies with the number of cables used As in the sleeve method cables are tied or clamped to a steel support strand fastened to a wall strap or floor bracket Vertical racks on the wall adjacent to the slot can support large cable distributions Slots are very f
166. nd providing a concealed unobstructed housing for pulling cable to a location Conduit is however difficult to relocate and therefore relatively inflexible It is also expensive and requires extensive planning to run the proper sizes to the Figure 3 3 Conduit method correct locations Rack Method Racks sometimes called cable trays are aluminium or steel assemblies that resemble ladders They are attached to the building wall for vertical cable runs and to the ceiling for horizontal runs Cables are laid along the rack and tied to its horizontal support members as shown above The rack method 1s preferred when large numbers of cables are used The size and number of cables for installation determines the size of the rack Racks allow easy placing of cable and eliminate the problems associated with pulling cables through conduits However cable racks and supports are expensive This method leaves cables exposed is difficult to fire stop and is sometimes not aesthetically acceptable Figure 3 4 Rack method Step 4 Determine the supporting structures required Provide required supports beams angles hangers rods bases braces straps struts and other items to properly support the cable Supports shall meet the approval of the Owner s Representative Modify studs add studs add framing or otherwise reinforce studs in metal stud walls and partitions as required to suit the installation If necessary in stud walls provide
167. net media converters are used it is recommended that no more than four be installed on a 10Mbps link and no more than two on a 100Mbps link This is to avoid problems associated with latency occurring in the transmission system 3 6 Use of Ethernet and Fast Ethernet switches Where Ethernet and Fast Ethernet switches are used the following guidelines on cascading and stacking should be followed 3 6 1 Cascading It is recommended that no more than four Ethernet switches VOL 0215 or two Fast Ethernet switches VOL 4000 or VOL 5000 be cascaded in order to avoid problems occurring in the transmission system associated with latency Issue 3 European Edition 22 3M Telecommunications DesignPlanning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Fibre cabling system 3 6 2 Stacking The VOL 0215 is not stackable Up to four VOL 4000 can be stacked from a master unit A maximum of two VOL 5000 can be stacked from a master unit It is not possible to stack a VOL 4000 with a VOL 5000 Refer to the appropriate equipment manuals for more details VOL 4000 Max 4 Units VOL 5000 Max 3 Units Master Ci EA e EH Master Slavel aE HH HA E Slave 2 lata HH HAH E Slavel Slave 4 HH HAH HHH EE Max 96 ports 160 ports Slave 2 Figure 2 1 Stacking of switches Issue 3 European Edition 23 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Fibre cabling system 4 0 Planning guidelines Th
168. ng System System components and glossary Table 6 19 K6 RJ45 jacks Model number VOL 0CK6 U Volition RJ45 K6 jack Cat 6 UTP white Sa VOL 0CK6 F Volition RJ45 K6 jack Cat 6 FTP white VOL 0CK6 S Volition RJ45 K6 jack Cat 6 STP white and metallic shield Ce Table 6 20 Plug in face plates for K5E and K6 RJ45 jacks Model number VOL FP2M FIK Volition 22 5 x 45 Faceplate 1 port keystone white 22 5 x 45 VOL FP4M FIK Volition 45 x 45 Faceplate 1 port keystone white 45x 45 VOL FP2M F2K Volition 22 5 x 45 Faceplate 2 ports keystone white 225 45 Table 6 21 Inserts for face plates for K5E and K6 RJ45 jacks Model number Description Colour 33 2 Connection modules 33 2 1 RCP2000 The RCP 2000 module family is the latest in the evolution of the RCP range of connection modules This module is available in a shielded or unshielded version and offers Category 5 transmission performance as a standard It gives very good protection against electromagnetic radiations up to 155MHz As a result the module can be used in any modern network and is fully compatible with a wide range of applications including xDSL pair gain etc Compatible with RIBE CIPE and European E8 profile backmount frames termination is easy and cables and jumpers can either be managed from the rear or from the side of the module An added feature is that the IDC contacts accept both solid and multi stranded conductors Modules are available in blue for hor
169. ns Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System System components and glossary Table 6 105 Volition Category 6 RJ45 to RJ45 LSOH patch cables Model number Model number Length UTP Category 5E LSOH FTP Category SE LSOH m VOL 6UL LO 5 VOL 6FFL LO 5 o VOL 6UL L1 VOL 6FFL L1 VOL 6UL L2 VOL 6FFL L2 3 0 VOL 6UL L3 VOL 6FFL L3 ee ee VOL 6UL L5 VOL 6FFL LS O Ps Table 6 106 Volition RJ45 to RJ45 PVC patch cables PP O g UTP wee SE PVC m VOL 6UP L0 5 6UP L0 5 VOL 6UP L1 VOL 6UP L2 AAA VOL 6UP L3 IN E VOL 6UP LS E a eee 34 2 2 CBE to CBE for use with RCP 2000 modules Table 6 107 LSZH CBE to CBE patchcords 1 pair LSZH 2 pair LSZH 3 pair LSZH a Issue 3 European Edition 164 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System System components and glossary 35 0 Glossary The following glossary may be useful to the reader access floor A system consisting of completely removable and interchangeable floor panels that are supported on adjustable pedestals or stringers or both to allow access to the area beneath administration The method for labelling identification documentation and usage needed to implement moves additions and changes of a cabling infrastructure alien crosstalk Crosstalk between separate copper cables attenuation The decrease in signal power between two points It is usually expressed as a ratio of the
170. obtain the average attenuation for the channel Trace Analysis Method 2 to measure connector attenuation If required 1t 1s possible to measure the attenuation of an individual connection mated connector This would be useful if the channel attenuation was out of specification and it was required to measure the attenuation attributable to the connection at each end of the channel In this case method 2 the four point least squares approximation method should be used The same configuration as previously described should be used and the resulting display should still look like that shown in Figure 2 15 However the analysis of the trace should be as shown in Figure 2 16 Analysis of the trace should be accomplished using the four point method The cursors A B C and D should be carefully positioned as shown in the figure Great care should be taken to ensure that the cursors are positioned at the correct points on the trace Launch Lead Link Far End Lead Launch Pulse bh gt UJ O E ES 1st Connection 2nd Connection End Reflection CONNECT ON D a e A gt A E a m Z eE gt a O Z Figure 2 16 Trace analysis four point method Cursor B should be positioned just before the point at which the trace begins to rise at the leading edge of the reflection corresponding to the first connector Cursor A should be positioned as far away from B as possible while remaining on the stra
171. of the Volition Cabling System Copper voice cabling system 29 2 Test report Upon completion of the testing a fully documented test report must be produced The contents of the test report shall include at least the following information system location testing date name of person s performing test performance details of each link tested Issue 3 European Edition 103 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System System administration and warranty PART 5 SYSTEM ADMINISTRATION AND SYSTEM WARRANTY 30 0 System administration Administration is an essential aspect of the Volition Cabling System The flexibility of the system can only be fully exploited if the installation 1s properly administered This involves accurate identification of all the components including pathways closets and other places in which they are installed 30 1 Labelling Every element of the cabling system including the pathways and spaces in which it is installed shall be readily identifiable A unique identifier shall be assigned to every cable distributor and telecommunications outlet Cables shall be marked at both ends and outlets shall be marked to reference circuit designation One possible colour scheme based on ANSI TIA EIA 606 is shown in Table 5 1 Typically cables are labelled within 20cm of the termination field or outlet point Table 5 1 ANSI TIA EIA 606 colour scheme mon ata Customer si
172. olour mm KIK iS lt lt I lt IN lt lt P26548AA Vertical guide ring VO plastic inc fixing screws 112x 65 P26549AA Horizontal guide ring metal inc fixing screws 185 x 130 British Telecom Type 105 and 106 frames for QSA 2 SID C and SID CT 10 pair modules These are free standing double sided frames for QSA 2 SID C or SID CT 10 pair connection modules Any number of frames can be mounted side by side to create a strong compact and durable installation The following features are offered within the frame construction Issue 3 European Edition 139 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System System components and glossary Durable rigid frame factory assembled from heavy gauge steel Integral stainless steel back mount Hard wearing coated steel jumper rings for efficient cable management Integral bonded earth bar and kicking strips Ample mounting holes for plug in type cable ties Steel front and rear panels available as accessories Table 6 55 British Telecom Type 105 and 106 frames Model number Description Capacity pairs Size mm H x W x D 1230 MDF 105D QSA 2760 in 4 columns 2010 x 500 x 300 1309 MDF 106D QSA 1380 in 2 columns 1980 x 500 x 295 Table 6 56 Accessories for Type 105 and 106 frames 1097 Front Cover Assembly MDF 105 1098 Side Cover Assembly MDF 105 1014 Front Cover Assembly MDF 106 1012 Sid
173. ommission The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers insertion loss integrated services digital network International Organisation for Standardisation International Telecommunication Union Radio sector International Telecommunication Union Telecommunication sector local area network light emitting diode media attachment unit megabits per second main distribution frame multi user telecommunications outlet near end crosstalk National Institute for Standards and Technologies private branch exchange physical contact power sum NEXT power sum ACR power sum ELFEXT 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System System components and glossary PS FEXT power sum FEXT PVC polyvinyl chloride RF radio frequency ScTP screened twisted pair SFF small form factor connector SFTP shielded foiled twisted pair SSTP shielded shielded twisted pair STP shielded twisted pair TIA Telecommunications Industry Association TO telecommunications outlet TP transition point TSB Telecommunications System Bulletin UL Underwriters Laboratories Inc UPS uninterruptible power supply UTP unshielded twisted pair 35 2 Units of Measurement A ampere mA milliampere C degrees Celsius dB decibel g acceleration due to gravity gm gram kg kilogram Hz hertz kHz kilohertz kPa kilopascal m metre km kilometre mm millimetre um micrometre nm nanometre MHz megahertz N Newton kN
174. omplies with the appropriate transmission protocol standard 3 0 Link design criteria The fibre cabling system meets all the performance requirements of the existing and known forthcoming national and international cabling standards and will support the most stringent laser and LED based applications This includes the Gigabit Ethernet standard for operating distances up to 275 and 550 metres with 62 5 125 and 50 125um fibre respectively The following design criteria must be observed in order to satisfy the extended warranty requirements for the Volition system 3 1 Maximum link lengths The maximum link lengths overall operating distances and maximum channel attenuation values for 50 125um and 62 5 125um multimode fibre and where appropriate singlemode fibre for all standardised protocols are given in Tables 2 1 and 2 2 All channel attenuation values are based on Volition fibre and VF 45 specifications When designing the network due attention should be given to how easy it will be to upgrade in the future e g it will not be possible to upgrade a 100baseFX network to 1000base LX unless the maximum operating distance of the latter 550m has been observed Issue 3 European Edition 19 3M Telecommunications DesignPlanning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Fibre cabling system Table 2 1 Standard applications Maximum Operating Maximum Channel Application Distance e Attenuation ISO IEC 8800 3 100 BASEFX T300
175. on 23 3 Centralised cabling PABX C TRANSITION POINT OPTIONAL CROSS CONNECT INCOMING CABLE MAIN DISTRIBUTION FRAME Figure 4 5 Centralised voice cabling Installations using a centralised cabling architecture shall be planned using the same guidelines given in the preceding paragraphs In this case the horizontal cable can be pulled through from the TO to the BD without any intermediate transition point or distribution point Alternatively it is permissible to use a high pair count building backbone cable and join it to lower pair count horizontal cables at a transition point conveniently located in the building The building backbone cable can be joined to the horizontal cable using any of the following a MS modules b RCP STG QSA2 or SID modules Issue 3 European Edition 91 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Copper voice cabling system In all cases the transition point must promote orderly storage of the conductors such that the minimum bend radius requirement is maintained The transition point shall also be capable of being labelled in accordance with the administration requirements outlined in paragraph 10 A centralised voice cabling architecture has maximum benefit when used in conjunction with an all fibre optic centralised data cabling architecture The need for floor distributors accommodating data and voice cross
176. on for the fibre used in Volition horizontal and backbone cable is given in Table 6 9 Table 6 9 Fibre specification Parameter Performance 1300nm Indoor Indoor outdoor Indoor Indoor outdoor 62 5 125 Attenuation lt 3 5dB km lt 3 2dB km lt 1 0dB km lt 1 0dB km 62 5 125 Bandwidth gt 200MHz km gt 200MHz km S500MHz km gt 600 MHz km 50 125 lt 3 5dB km lt 2 74B km lt 1 0dB km lt 0 8 dB km 50 125 Bandwidth gt 500MHz km gt 500MHz km gt 500MHz km gt 800 MHz km 9 125 Attenuation ________ ________ S07dB km lt 0 4dB km Issue 3 European Edition 113 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System System components and glossary 32 5 1 Horizontal cable Volition horizontal cable is available in two fibre and four fibre format The unique two fibre modular construction of the cable simplifies cable installation and facilitates the installation of the VF 45 socket Operating temperature range 10 C to 60 C 62 5 125 um cables meet ISO IEC 11801 specifications 50 125 um and 62 5 125 um cables meet TIA EIA specifications Table 6 10 Horizontal cable specification Model No Description Bend Cable Weight of Max Fire radius outer cable load N loading mm diameter kg km MJ m ron eee ante PPR A 2 fibre eee ee PN Pee PPR e e o 4 fibre ene afte NPR A 2 fibre ie Eo ee 4 Fibre Notes 1 The short term bend radius is under in
177. on specification for the cable being used before commencing the installation Decide whether the cable is to be dropped down from an upper floor or pulled up from a lower floor In both cases safety 1s of prime importance Loose cables should be tied off so as not to cause an obstruction Cable reels should be secured so they cannot roll If it has been decided that the cable will be dropped ensure that the cable reel is equipped with a brake If the cable is being pulled up through closed shafts a key piece of equipment is a portable electric winch Always follow the manufacturer s guidelines when operating this equipment During installation ensure that the minimum bend radius specification and the maximum pulling load of the cable are not exceeded One way to ensure this is to first install an inner duct usually manufactured from a corrugated material Inner ducts come in a variety of plastics and should be specified to meet local flammability regulations If an inner duct is not used consideration should be given to using a breakaway swivel If a winch is used in the pulling operation a breakaway swivel should always be used and the pulling load applied to the cable strength member Finally ensure that the cable is secured on each floor Generally a split mesh grip that is connected to a bolt on the floor above is used to support the cable 25 2 Cable preparation in the BD DP termination area The procedure for preparing the cable will d
178. one or both ends used to establish connections patch panel A cross connect system of mateable connectors that facilitates administration pathway A facility for the placement of telecommunications cable permanent link The transmission path between two mated interfaces of generic cabling excluding equipment cords work area cords and cross connections but including the connecting hardware at each end phase delay The circuit characteristic which result in certain transmitted frequencies arriving ahead of others even though they were transmitted at the same time Issue 3 European Edition 169 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System System components and glossary Power sum near end crosstalk PS NEXT PS NEXT takes into account the combined crosstalk statistical on a receive pair from all the near end disturbing pairs operating simultaneously Power sum attenuation to crosstalk ratio PS ACR PS ACR is the ratio of the power of the received signal attenuated by the media to the combined power statistical of the near end crosstalk NEXT from the local transmitter expressed in decibels power sum equal level far end crosstalk PS ELFEXT PS ELFEXT takes into account the combined far end crosstalk statistical on a the attenuated receiver pair from all the far end disturbing pairs operating simultaneously power sum far end crosstalk PS FEXT PS FEXT takes into account the
179. ould impair the transmission performance of the cable For routes that require the cable to be pulled into position it is important that the load is applied to all the cables and distributed through all the conductors evenly This will prevent stretching of the conductors and damage to the cable sheath Issue 3 European Edition 66 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Copper cabling system The following procedure should be followed Strip the sheaths of the cables approximately 30cm Tape over the sheaths of the cables to form a single bundle Group the conductors in all the cables and twist them together Form the twisted conductors into a loop taping the conductors alongside the cables Place the pulling rope through the loop and tie a knot Tape over the entire assembly make a smooth and compact pulling end Soe Ae 14 3 2 Preparing Volition fibre backbone cable The construction of fibre backbone cable makes the cable sheath less susceptible to being stretched and if the route is short lt 30m and straight this will only require the cable end to be wrapped over the sheath with tape together with a rope The transition between the end of the cable and the rope should be as smooth as possible to prevent it getting caught As a guide backbone cables of 48 fibres and above are normally installed individually although where space and the nature of the route permits it is possible
180. pheral equipment there will be a connection point close by This so called flood wiring of buildings has given way to the term structured cabling for which several standards have emerged The three standards on structured cabling most frequently referred to are e ISO IEC 11801 Information technology Cabling for customer premises e EN 50173 Information technology Generic cabling e ANSI TIA EIA 568 Commercial Building Telecommunications Cabling Standard The 3M Volition Cabling System meets all the requirements of these standards The following paragraphs give an overview of the different types and structures of cabling systems 1 1 Overview As defined in ISO IEC 11801 and EN 50173 generic cabling comprises three cabling subsystems campus backbone building backbone and horizontal cabling The composition of each is defined in paragraph 2 2 The Volition Cabling System covers all three subsystems Figure 1 1 below shows the structure of generic cabling whilst Table 1 1 indicates the terminology differences between ANS TIA EIA 568 and ISO IEC 11801 teminal equipment CD BD FD TP TO optional Work area campus building cabling backbone backbone Generic cabling system horizontal cabling Figure 1 1 Structure of generic cabling Where CD Campus Distributor BD Building Distributor FD Floor Distributor TP Transition Point optional TO Telecommunications Outlet KX Cross Connect Point Issue
181. ptic cable 21 2 4 xDSL A generic term given to various Digital Subscriber Line protocols and equipment used to increase the operating speed of the access network The originating protocol was Asymmetric Digital Subscriber Line ADSL a protocol originally specified at 2Mbps to the subscriber s premises and 64kbps back Subsequent developments worked at higher speeds and are known as HDSL High bit rate Digital Subscriber Line and VDSL Very High bit rate Digital Subscriber Line which works at 26Mbps to the subscriber and 2Mbps back 21 2 5 ITU T V series recommendations This series of recommendations has been produced by the International Telecommunication Union and deal with data communications operation over the telephone network The series covers a broad range of applications some examples of which are listed below Further information can be obtained at the ITU web site at www itu int e V 24 For communication between data terminal equipment DTE and data communications equipment DCE e V 25 Automatic calling and or answering equipment e V 29 Virtually all 9 6kbps modems adhere to this standard V 29 can be full duplex on 4 wire leased circuits or half duplex on 2 wire and dial up circuits It is also the modulation technique used in group 3 fax e V 32 For 9 6kbps modems operating on 2 wire dial up circuits Also provides fall back operation at 4 8kbps Issue 3 European Edition 81 3M Telecommunications Design Planning an
182. r voltage protection magazines 79104 502 00 1 pair over voltage and over current with fail safe and optical detection alarm Issue 3 European Edition 136 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System System components and glossary 33 2 5 ID 3000 The ID 3000 disconnection block is available as a modular design for horizontal or vertical mounting in existing distributor frames e g HVt Wire guide housing Disconnection module Hooked lugs Disconnection blocks comprise several 55 71 DTAG or in the ID 3000 frame e LA Wire guide hooks disconnection modules located onto a back mount frame that has mounting points on the rear Each block comprises Disconnection disconnection modules 8 pair or 10 pair comprising disconnection elements and wire guide housing back mount frame with rear panel mounting points M4 threaded bolts 10 mm long for mounting on conventional frames cable cover for covering and protecting conductors on the cable and system side of the disconnection blocks covering strips for the covering and identification of the touch protected insulation displacement contacts of the disconnection element labelling strips identifies the jumper side wire guide channels in the wire guide housing covering strips for mounting of the lateral labelling strips labelling module for optical differentiation of dissimilar disconnection module and insertion of the labellin
183. ranty the jack must be installed in a 3M approved patch panel or telecommunications outlet 19 0 RCP 2000 or STG 2000 module installation The RCP 2000 or STG 2000 module is used at the FD or BD Follow the installation instructions supplied with the module carefully It is important when installing the module to use the correct wiring code and to maintain the twist in each pair of conductors as close to the idc contacts in the module as possible Issue 3 European Edition 70 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Copper voice cabling system 20 0 Testing Upon completion of the installation the horizontal copper cabling system must be tested in accordance with the procedure described below Tests shall be performed using a level II field tester as defined in ISO IEC 11801 The backbone fibre cabling system shall be tested in accordance with the instructions given in paragraph 11 20 1 Test equipment requirements It is important to note that the latest editions of ISO IEC 11801 and EN 50173 and EIA TIA 568 all now require the permanent link to be tested and not the basic link as in previous editions The difference 1s significant The permanent link does not include the patchcords at each end of the system Figure 3 7 Many older testers on the market are not capable of making the new permanent link test It is essential that the test equipment used is capable of making a permanent link tes
184. re is shown in Figure 2 3 O TRANSITION POINT IL WORKGROUP SERVERS SWITCH HUB ENTERPRISE INTRANET SERVERS Figure 2 3 Centralised cabling architecture OPTIONAL CROSS CONNECT ROUTER Issue 3 European Edition 31 3M Telecommunications DesignPlanning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Fibre cabling system Installations using a centralised cabling architecture shall be planned using the same guidelines given in the preceding paragraphs Particular attention shall be given to the maximum permissible link lengths given in Table 2 1 In this case the horizontal cable can be pulled through from the TO to the BD without any intermediate transition point or floor distributor Alternatively it is permissible to use a higher fibre count building backbone cable and join splice it to the horizontal cable at a transition point conveniently located in the building The building backbone cable can be joined to the horizontal cable using any of the following a Fibrlok mechanical splice b VF 45 connector c fusion splice In all three cases the transition point must promote orderly storage of the fibres such that the minimum bend radius requirement is maintained The transition point shall also be capable of being labelled in accordance with the administration requirements outlined in Part 5 Fibrlok
185. red FEXT and the attenuation of the disturbed pair equipment cable cord A cable or cable assembly used to connect telecommunications equipment to horizontal or backbone cabling equipment room telecommunications A centralised space for telecommunications equipment that serves the occupants of the building Note An equipment room is considered distinct from a telecommunications closet because of the nature or complexity of the equipment external network interface A point of demarcation between the public network and a private network In many cases the external network interface is at the point of connection of the network provider s cable and the customer s cabling far end crosstalk FEXT FEXT is a measure of the signal coupling from a transmitter at the near end into another pair measured at the far end expressed as a ratio in decibels file server a device used in a data network to store and distribute files of information to terminals using the network fire break A material device or assembly of parts installed along a cable other than at a cable penetration of a fire barrier to prevent the spread of fire along a cable Issue 3 European Edition 167 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System System components and glossary fire shield A material device or assembly of parts between cables to prevent propagation of flames from one cable to an adjacent cable f
186. rence 16 PBT Single wire and multi wire cables can be connected to either the upper or lower contacts Equipped with a bonding comb bonding strip and channelled wire guide in the lower part Requires shielded cords Table 6 23 RCP 2000 module shielded against conducted and radiated interference Issue 3 European Edition 122 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System System components and glossary RCP 2000 shielded against conducted electromagnetic interference Single wire and multi wire cables can be connected to either the upper or lower contacts Equipped with a bonding comb a bonding strip and a channelled wire guide in the lower part Requires shielded cords Table 6 24 RCP 2000 module shielded against conducted and interference Model number Description Colour P45920DF Shielded 8 pair disconnection module Blue P45839DF Shielded 8 pair disconnection module Green P45734DF Shielded 8 pair disconnection module Ivory P45809DF Shielded 8 pair disconnection module Red Table 6 25 RCP 2000 backplane bonding kit Model number P44520AA Backbone bonding kit bce RCP 2000 Unshielded rear cable entry modules P45840DF Shielded 8 pair disconnection module Yellow Single wire and multi wire cables can be connected to either the upper or lower contacts No channelled wire guide in the upper part Requires unshielded cords Table 6 26 RCP 2000 Unshielded rear cable entry modul
187. ropriate where cables will be pulled Arrange tools so as not to create a hazard 5 1 5 Electrical cabling Eliminate the risk of drilling or cutting through a power cable by identifying the position of any electrical cabling This is particularly important when installing Volition outlets close to electrical outlets When working in new construction check drawings for areas that may be unsafe In existing buildings use maintenance drawings to identify areas to avoid Always assume an electrical cable is live until verified otherwise 5 1 6 Tools Always use the correct tool for the job Ensure all tools are safe to use and in good working order In particular make sure cutting tools are sharp use double insulated power tools where power tools are needed and keep all tools in good condition 5 1 7 Volition Quick Install Termination Kit Pay particular attention to the termination kit Always store it in the protective tool case when not in use and keep all working surfaces clean and grease free this is particularly important when working with indoor outdoor cable When replacing the cleave blade it is important not to touch the cutting edge as this may cause damage 5 2 Pathway planning Although the shortest route between two points is a straight line it is most unlikely that this will be practical Check with the cabling designer for the correct route to use For large installations it is recommended to stage the project and to p
188. s Electing to install a combined data voice system places an immediate restriction on the horizontal link length and choice of cable Although it does offer the user increased flexibility on how he can use the system If a centralised fibre network 1s being installed 3M recommend the installation of a centralised voice network as this will provide the most cost effective solution Section 2 Installation and testing Basic information on installing the voice cabling system is provided along with some guidelines on safety but as in Parts 2 and 3 no attempt has been made to cover all the regulatory and safety issues associated with the system installation It 1s the responsibility of the user of this manual to establish the appropriate health and safety practices and to ensure that all relevant regulatory requirements are met Part 5 System administration and system warranty Outlines the requirements for system administration and describes what is covered by the system warranty Details of how to make an application for a warranty and how additions or alterations to the original system installation can be added to the warranty are also included Part 6 System components and glossary Includes a brief description of all the system components and their specification The glossary gives definitions of commonly used terms and abbreviations Issue 3 European Edition II 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Ca
189. s They operate at 10Mbps 100Mbps or 1000 Mbps 1Gbps and are available for rack mounting or for stand alone use at the workstation 1 2 2 Token Ring As its name implies Token Ring is implemented as a logical ring topology The transmission on a token ring network relies on the acquisition of a free token prior to transmitting information Once the free token 1s acquired packets of information are then transferred around the ring Token ring networks typically run at 4 16 or 100Mbps As in the case of Ethernet LANs the IBM Token Ring system is described in both ISO IEC and IEEE ISO IEC 8802 5 and IEEE 802 5 Although a Token Ring network operates in logical ring format today it is most commonly implemented as a physical star as shown in Figure 4 The active equipment at the centre of the star is referred to as a Multiple Access Unit MAU Once again the maximum number of nodes and maximum link length i e distance between nodes is determined by the characteristics of the transmission equipment and transmission media used Due to the predominance of Ethernet 3M no longer supply Token Ring products 1 2 3 Asynchronous Transfer Mode ATM Conceived as a structural backbone protocol for use within the telecommunications industry ATM has frequently been adopted for high performance corporate networks ATM transmits data in fixed length blocks cells which is the same form of packet structure used for example in Ethernet However th
190. s and will mount directly into the BCC or Qmax ranges of patch panel while the KSE and K6 RJ45 jacks with their keystone mounting will mount directly into the Classic and Double Plate ranges of patch panels RJ45 Giga STP jack Modules incorporating the jack are also available and these can have the front face orientated vertically or at 30 degrees to the vertical Modules can accommodate a visual and mechanical polarity key and come complete with dust cover and label telephone or computer Highlights e Meets ISO 8877 requirements e Meets Category 5E and Category 6 standards as appropriate e Available in 8 point 9 point and shielded versions e No tools required to terminate conductors Comprehensive range of accessories Issue 3 European Edition 119 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System System components and glossary Table 6 17 RJ45 Giga and K6 RJ45 jack specifications Technical data RJ45 Giga W x H x D mm W x H x D mm W x H x D mm Wire diameter solid mm 0 5 0 65 0 5 0 65 Overall diameter over lt 1 6 lt 1 6 insulation mm Insulation resistance MQ po MHz 200MHz 250MHz 100MHz 200MHz 250MHz_ Table 6 18 RJ45 Giga jacks and modules Volition RJ45 Giga jack 8 pin vertical front face 22 5 x 45 Cat 5e UTP Issue 3 European Edition 120 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabli
191. s available for cable management and splice accommodation Care should be taken to ensure that access to the box would still be obtainable at a later date Select the appropriate size box according to the cabling requirements and ensure that the minimum bend radius requirements of both backbone and horizontal cables are met Issue 3 European Edition 25 3M Telecommunications DesignPlanning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Fibre cabling system Table 2 6 Wall mount and under floor splice boxes Model Number Number of Fibres Dimensions mm WxHxD VOL 0450 300 x 300 x 85 VOL 0451 225 x 600 x 210 VOL 0452 288 576 425 x 600 x 210 VOL 0453 288 864 650 x 600 x 210 VOL 0454 576 1182 875 x 600 x 210 4 1 4 19 Patch panels for floor distributors The Volition VOL 0430 ES series patch panels are available in a variety of configurations see Part 6 Table 2 7 shows the maximum density that can be obtained using VOL 0430 ES patch panels It is essential that adequate patchcord management features are provided to ensure minimum bend radius specifications of the patchcord are not exceeded These features can be provided on the front face of the rack using the VOL 0499 management panel One VOL 0499 management panel should be provided for every 48 ports to be patched Alternatively if 800mm wide racks are being used the rack manufacturer will normally be able to supply cable management features that loc
192. s for outlets and patch panels cic ities cxeeeeedsteeeeeedss be ake ek 112 324 3T loor DOTA e td as ea dE O 113 520 CABEB AND PA LCHCORDS eniai va Ori euntesre Siete isis 113 IL HOr onld CODEC scare iii 114 32 12 INGOOF DACID ONE caleta rA 114 32 33 INdOOr OULd OOF backbone Cable ita 115 A OIC COMA ip hs es Ppl sae leper beetle reine uit etter E theca E 117 32 5 4 Reference patchcord sets and OTDR launch leadS oooooooonccccnannnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnss 118 33 0 VOLITION COPPER SYSTEM COMPONENTS iessicesessscansassscessessevcsdonssenscencssasssesdsesvesseaasdeassonssseecsees 119 SO RIAS OGICA KSE ANDO RIAS LACKS tl dd a deal drets 119 2 CONNEC HON MODULE usd ad tiranos dera ini oe dle alt io Uese 121 DS REP DOO ie aio 121 SL o ideal sia 124 IDA SO LES LAMA o ai 129 DS AA T EEE E A De A A E 132 a AA A A A reer er en 137 Do MODULE SUPPOR eaer o este oes 139 SIE MAUI CISTI TOUT ON JI O S ic ici 139 SMALL GIST IOUIION TAMMES aiia ii cad 142 33 3 3 Wall mounted and floor standing enclosures ooonoonnonncocococononanonnnnnonnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnns 146 ISS ALLOr SaN LD PAS no e a cl aaa 149 A IN GS satiate toe a teeta ae veto De edt aes et beatae a a eadieat 151 DI AA BC CAD pateh DANS eeso a dede Ele 151 33 4 2 19 Sub racks for RCP 2000 STG 2000 and SID OSA modules 153 339 WALLAND PEOOR OU TLE doo 154 IIA Valou CLG E A 154 A POO DONOS 22s el a lated te A AET 33 3300 OUTLET ACCESSORIES dot
193. s of the Volition system will be transparent to the signal protocol being transmitted The following paragraphs describe some common protocols in use today and indicate where active Volition products are currently available for that protocol 1 2 1 Ethernet Ethernet LAN systems are now almost always implemented with physical bus and physical star topologies The more popular Ethernet systems have been deployed as 10BaseT which denotes a 10Mbps baseband LAN delivered over twisted pair cabling Ethernet has evolved where switching technology is used and it can now support faster data rates such as 100Mbps and 1000Mbps The IEEE 802 3 Systems Networking Guide provides a series of documents that fully document the Ethernet system Some of these documents are also implemented in ISO IEC see ISO IEC TR3 8802 Issue 3 European Edition 9 3M Telecommunications DesignPlanning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Introduction to structured cabling systems The maximum number of nodes and the cabling link lengths for both copper and fibre media are identified in the Ethernet standards Essentially the maximum number of nodes and maximum link length 1 e distance between nodes of an Ethernet LAN is determined by the characteristics of the transmission equipment and transmission media used The entire 3M range of Ethernet network equipment switches media converters and network interface cards conforms to the IEEE and ISO IEC standard
194. s the campus backbone cable s the termination of the campus backbone cable s at both the CD and the BD s and the cross connections at the CD Issue 3 European Edition 13 3M Telecommunications DesignPlanning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Introduction to structured cabling systems A dl Figure 1 6 Distributed cabling architecture 2 2 4 Centralised cabling architecture Centralised cabling architecture is shown in Figure 1 7 The cabling system combines the backbone and horizontal cabling subsystems to extend from the CD or BD which is usually at a central point within the system to the TO s The system includes the campus and building backbone cables which may be combined as an indoor outdoor cable the horizontal cables the terminations and cross connections at both the CD and or BD s and the terminations at the TO s TO 2 1g a K TP FD 53 e 9 Optional FD Figure 1 7 Centralised cabling architecture Issue 3 European Edition 14 3M Telecommunications DesignPlanning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Introduction to structured cabling systems 2 3 Interfaces to the cabling system Interfaces to the cabling system are located at the ends of each subsystem Electronic equipment applicable to the system can be connected at these points Figure 1 8 shows potential interfaces at the distri
195. s to be used the 3M Mini OTDR is recommended Other than in an OTDR the use of a laser source is not recommended for testing multimode fibre For testing singlemode fibre either a laser or an LED source can be used provided the dynamic range of the equipment is sufficient to test the link The source characteristics of the transmitter in the test set are given in table 2 22 Table 2 22 Source characteristics System Nominal Minimum Maximum Reference test Spectral width Type wavelength wavelength wavelength wavelength FWHM nm nm nm nm Multimode Multimode 1300 1285 1330 1300 Singlemode 1300 1290 1330 1310 11 2 Launch Conditions Multimode fibre A mandrel wrap mode filter must be used to remove unwanted transient higher order modes and reduce measurement inaccuracies The mode filter for multimode fibres consists of five closely wound turns on a smooth cylindrical mandrel of the following diameter Fibre core size um Mandrel diameter mm Singlemode No mandrel required Note These figures are for Volition 3mm diameter test cables Important Only the transmit leg of the test cord should be wound on the mandrel The cord attached to the detector should not be mandrel wrapped Issue 3 European Edition 48 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Fibre cabling system 11 3 Link and channel definition Both the International Standard ISO IEC 11801 and
196. se of tools and equipment pathway planning cable construction and handling procedures Refer to paragraphs 5 1 to 5 1 6 for guidance on safety and 5 2 for guidance on planning the installation 14 1 Pathway planning Refer to paragraph 5 2 for guidance on planning cable pathways 14 2 Cable handling The following techniques are commonly used during the cable installation process Care should always be taken to ensure the method used and the final cable placement does not degrade cable performance Installation requirements for cable placement are also found in standards such as ISO IEC 11801 ENS50173 EN50174 and ANSI TIA EJA 568 14 2 1 Cable on reels A cable dispenser should be used to dispense cable supplied on a reel The reel s are installed on rollers and the cable is pulled for smooth and even feeding Alternatively the reel s can be placed on a steel bar that is then supported securely on stands at each end When pulling cable from a reel it is important to pull the cable from the bottom of the reel 14 2 2 Cable in boxes Cable supplied in boxes can be pulled straight from the box Care should be taken to pull the cable smoothly to avoid twisting and kinking the cable If necessary secure the box es to prevent them from being pulled along the floor as the cable is dispensed 14 2 3 Volition horizontal copper cable construction sheath colour code Volition horizontal copper cables have either a PVC or a low smoke
197. splice A centralised fibre cabling network is often much less expensive than a distributed fibre network Floor distributors can be eliminated thus saving costs associated with the provision of electrical and HVAC equipment and the floor space can be utilised for other purposes Issue 3 European Edition 32 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Fibre cabling system SECTION 2 INSTALLATION AND TESTING 5 0 Safety and pre installation preparations The following paragraphs are written to ensure a quick error free installation that minimises risk to the installer his equipment and the end user It covers matters relating to safety use of tools and equipment pathway planning cable construction and handling procedures Although Volition fibre cables use glass instead of copper to carry the transmission signal many of the installation practices and procedures are identical to those followed when installing a copper cable The main factors affecting fibre cable installation are cable pull strength cable bend radius cable weight and termination practices 5 1 Safety Adopt safe working practices at all times Failure to observe safety rules could result in a serious or fatal injury In general observe company safety practices and the following points for safety before and during the installation clothing planning secure the work area identify the location of electrical cab
198. stallation conditions 2 Applied to the cable strength member s 3 25mm in the termination area where the sheath has been removed 4 X denotes the cable length Cable can be ordered in 1km and 2km lengths for 50 125um 1km lengths for 62 5 125um and 9 125um fibre 5 Cable colour is blue for 50 125um and 62 5 125um cable and green for 9 125um cable 32 5 2 Indoor backbone cable The backbone cable provides the physical link between the floor distributor and the building distributor Backbone cable is available in counts of 6 12 24 48 72 and 96 fibres As with the horizontal cable each pair of 250 um coated fibres is contained within a separate buffer tube Specification Operation and Installation Temperature 10 C to 70 C Flame Propagation IEC 332 3C Smoke Density IEC 61034 Toxic Emission CENELEC HD 605 Corrosive Gas IEC 60754 1 60754 2 Material CENELEC HD 624 7 Issue 3 European Edition 114 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System System components and glossary Table 6 11 Backbone cable specification Model Description Bend radius Cable outer Weight Max number short long diameter of cable load N term mm mm kg km VOL BS6LX_ 50 125um6 fibre 75 50 45 250 660 VOL B512LX 50 125um 12 fibre 75 50 50 300 f 660 VOL B524LX 50 125um 24 fibre 90 60 60 400 1320 VOL B66LX__ 62 5 125um 6 fibre 75 50 45 250 660
199. stributed architecture be used for the voice network Building and floor distributors can be shared and if a data grade i e Volition four pair twisted 100Q copper cable is used and the wiring scheme detailed in table 4 12 followed the system can be used for both voice and data This can be achieved by patching the horizontal copper cabling to the fibre backbone cabling If however a centralised architecture is being installed for the fibre data network then either a distributed or a centralised architecture can be used for the voice network The distributed network option would entail the provision of distribution points however there would be little flexibility since there would be no access to the fibre backbone In this case a centralised architecture and the use of a voice grade cable is recommended Installing a centralised voice network would not require the provision of distribution points and would therefore augment the benefits offered by collapsing the data network backbone In both cases voice grade cable would be used Note that in this section the term voice is only applicable for circuits carrying signals up to 144kbps e g basic rate ISDN Higher speed voice circuits carrying multiple voice channels i e 30 channels or more are not covered Paragraph 22 gives further details of the different cabling options available to the installer 21 1 Overview Although ISO IEC 11801 EN 50173 and EIA TIA 568 all give similar descriptions
200. t be carefully positioned as shown in the figure Great care must be taken to ensure that the cursors are positioned at the correct points on the trace Cursor A must be positioned before the point at which the trace begins to rise at the leading edge of the reflection corresponding to the first connector The curve on the trailing edge of each reflection peak in the trace corresponds to the decay response of the OTDR detector and is typical of most OTDR s The length of the decay is a function of the detector and of the amplitude of the peak reflected pulse Cursor B must be positioned such that it is clear of the trailing edge and on the straight portion of the trace A total allowance of approximately 10m should be made 5m in front of the first connector 5m behind the second connector to allow for the work area cords Launch Lead Link Far End Lead A B Launch Pulse x CHANNEL ATTENUATION i Figure 2 15 Trace analysis two point method Using this method the OTDR calculates the vertical distance between the two points A and B on the trace and displays the result as attenuation in dB Issue 3 European Edition 52 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Fibre cabling system To obtain an accurate value for channel attenuation the OTDR must be taken to the other end of the link and the measurement repeated The two results are then added together and divided by two to
201. t in accordance with the requirements of the latest edition of the standards 20 2 Link and channel definition Both the International Standard ISO IEC 11801 and the European Standard EN 50173 define a permanent link and a channel The permanent link 1s the permanently installed part of the cabling The channel is the full end to end connection including the equipment and work area cables note however that the channel does not include the loss attributable to the equipment connectors Figure 3 7 shows how the definitions of channel and permanent link apply to the backbone and horizontal cabling Horizontal Channel Horizontal Permanent Link BD Building Distributor DP Distribution Point TO Telecommunications Outlet C Connection TE Terminal Equipment Figure 3 7 Permanent link and channel of horizontal cabling 20 3 Testing requirements Testing shall be performed using an automatic tester or scanner The following parameters of the link shall be verified e Headroom report The worst case margin for a parameter determined by the selected standard this may be NEXT ACR PSNEXT or another measurement e Wire map e Resistance Issue 3 European Edition 71 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Copper cabling system Link length Insertion loss Return loss Near end crosstalk NEXT Power sum near end crosstalk PSNEXT Equal level far end crosstalk ELFEXT Pow
202. tallation planning practices inside buildings Commercial Building Telecommunications Cabling Standard Commercial Building Standard for Telecommunications Pathways and Spaces Centralized Optical Fibre Cabling Guidelines Additional Horizontal Cabling Practices for Open Offices Local Area Networks Carrier Sense Multiple Access with Collision Detection CSMA CD Ethernet Ul 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Table of Contents TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS ii o iia ei 1 PART 1 INTRODUCTION TO STRUCTURED CABLING SYSTEMS eeeessssssssssssocccccccceessesssssosooococccceesee 7 TCOTNTRODUCTLO Nseries precia 7 EEO E T ae eee tne A e teca aaa 7 Ldt SMi ed SCHCTIC CADUN AAA AA A NN e TAEZANCONO RC LIO DOLO CIOS NA oH OSA SE e 1 2 NETWORK PROTOCOLS or iercaplar o oe aee E O cacorde 9 BoE NANET N rarer O e a ETE 9 T22 OA A EEE dnt edt E A EE ENE 10 1 2 3 Asynchronous Transfer Mode ATM ooooooonnnnnnnnncccccnonnnnnnnnnonnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn 10 E ARE AAA lg alge nada taanalgarided tet 10 1 23 Fibre Distributed Data Interface FDDI at ia ll LIRA EIA scl ce lta le EE se ela A AT A A dd E cp l1 1 2 7 Voiceover Internet Protocol VolP eiere AAE AAE A EEE lac odia ll UA A ALBUSA USB AAA N T n a aA Re satin nten a daalthe Meat aR ahaa etna aa att eh ll 2 0 5 VS TEN ARCHITECTURES iaa 12 2 1 DISTRIBUTED VERSUS CENTRALISED CABLING ARCHITE
203. ted 1 Strip the sheath of the cable approximately 30cm Group the copper conductors and twist them together 3 Fold the twisted conductors back on themselves to create a loop twisting and taping the twisted conductors together 4 Place the pulling rope through the loop and tie a knot 5 Tape along the joint to make a smooth and compact pulling end In both cases if a winch 1s being used to pull the cable a suitable overload protection device shall be used to prevent the maximum pulling load of the cable from being exceeded Issue 3 European Edition 95 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Copper voice cabling system 25 0 Installing copper backbone cable Backbone cables can be installed in either closed or open shafts Closed shafts are used to route cables from floor to floor through a sleeve slot or conduit that can be fire stopped Open shafts typically refer to distribution systems in older buildings where abandoned ventilation or elevator shafts are used for extending cables Open shafts usually extend from the basement of a building to the top floor and have no separation between floors Copper power cables and Volition copper cables must either be installed in separate shafts or in separate sections of the shaft 3M recommend the use of closed shafts for Volition building backbone cable installation 25 1 Installation procedure Refer to the cable manufacturer s installati
204. teel tape for guaranteed rodent protection removal of the sheath is far more difficult than in the previous cases In this case special tools are needed in order to cut through the steel tape before the sheath can be removed Issue 3 European Edition 44 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Fibre cabling system 7 0 Installing Volition fibre horizontal cable As for backbone cable 3M strongly recommend that Volition horizontal cable and copper power cables should either be installed on separate cable supports or in separate sections of the support This is not because of electrical interference issues but to minimise the risk of the fibre cable being subsequently damaged by the weight of copper cable placed on top of it at a later date 7 1 Installation procedure The cable should be installed on a cable support located above a ceiling in a wall or under a floor The cable should take the most practical direct route ensuring that the minimum bend radius specification 30mm along the route 25mm in the termination area and maximum pulling load 440N is never exceeded Several cables can be pulled at the same time in order to reduce the time taken for the installation Remember never to apply the pulling load directly to the cable sheath Follow the instructions given in paragraph 5 4 1 If the route incorporates tight bends or obstruction points extra help should be deployed in these ar
205. tely 30cm Group the copper conductors and twist them together 3 Fold the twisted conductors back on themselves to create a loop twisting and taping the twisted conductors together 4 Place the pulling rope through the loop and tie a knot 5 Tape along the joint to make a smooth and compact pulling end 24 3 2 Preparing voice grade horizontal twisted pair copper cable for pulling Although the construction of this type of cable is different from the Volition four pair twisted copper cable and it offers a lower performance it should be treated as described in the previous paragraph 24 3 3 Preparing voice grade backbone twisted pair copper cable for pulling The construction of this type of cable and its performance make it less susceptible to being damaged High pair count cables 100 pairs and above for backbone applications will only normally require the cable end to be wrapped over the sheath with tape together with a rope The transition between the end of the cable and the rope should be as smooth as possible to prevent it getting caught As a guide high pair count backbone cables are normally installed individually although where space and the nature of the route permits it is possible to pull more than one cable at a time For long and or difficult routes as in the case of Volition four pair twisted copper cable the pulling load should never be applied directly to the cable sheath In such cases the following procedure should be adop
206. the installation of all necessary cabling Adequate space must also exist to allow the installation and removal of larger items of equipment In particular racks and cabinets shall not be installed in toilet facilities and kitchens in emergency routes in ceiling or sub floor spaces in the same spaces occupied by fire hose reels or other fire extinguishing equipment 4 1 2 Transition points Also referred to as a consolidation point in ISO IEC11801 a transition point can be provided where centralised cabling combines the backbone and horizontal cabling subsystems to form a single channel The channel will then extend from the work area to the centralised cross connect by the use of pull through cables where no transition point is required interconnects or splices In the last two cases a transition point is required to provide protection for the VF 45 connectors or splices There is no recommendation for the number of transition points required as they are optional and will depend on such factors as the number of outlets to be served the number of fibres in the backbone cable the floor layout the position of the CD BD 4 1 3 Wall mount and under floor splice boxes for transition points Volition wall mount splice boxes serve to protect a transition point in a centralised cabling scheme They are available in a number of different sizes as Shown in Table 2 6 Access to the box is via a pair of hinged doors and a range of accessories i
207. the top support should be filled to its maximum before cable is installed on the lower supports The cable should take the most practical direct route ensuring that the maximum permitted link length 90m minimum bend radius specification and maximum pulling load is never exceeded Several cables can be pulled at the same time in order to reduce the time taken for the installation Remember never to apply the pulling load directly to the cable sheath Follow the instructions given in paragraph 14 3 1 If the route incorporates tight bends or obstruction points extra help should be deployed in these areas to guide the cables to ensure they do not get trapped This will also reduce the pulling load that needs to be applied to the cable Use cable lubricant in sufficient quantity to reduce pulling friction to acceptable levels on long pulls inside conduit pulls of multiple cables into a single small bore conduit on conduit runs greater than 30m with bends of opposing directions and in conduit runs that exceed 180 degrees of accumulated bends The use of tensile rated cords e g fishing line should be considered for difficult or questionable pulls Cable tie wraps shall be used such that they can spin freely on cable bundles Over tightening and crushing of cables can affect the transmission performance of the cable After installation ensure a minimum of 1 5m of cable slack is available at each end of the link 1 e patch panel splice box an
208. tion of the Volition Cabling System Table of Contents 41 6 Telecommu nicahon OUIS dicas 27 ALS RACK mounted media CONVETICNS iia 28 4 1 8 Workstation media converters visit anette dhntainciaiaiinadsind aia anwinentbinobacabsesthoobenca daub taubin aacabsesdbsasis amet ce 29 4 1 9 Ethernet ANG fast Ethernet SWILCNES A did 29 JLO VLU SWIC dudl Ss pec Senta os acta Aerie same halahashie O hls anata Sis 30 d LAIL INCLW OV IG INLCH ACE COVAS lolis natal aida 30 a2 UNE DING BACKBONE CABINA oso os 31 pe Building disti DULOT S A o ae ad 31 4 2 2 Patch panels racks and cabinets for backbone cabling oooooooocccncnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnonnnnnnnnonononnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnss 31 AS CENTRADISED CAB LING iia 31 SECTION 2 INSTALLATION AND TESTING 00 a 33 5 0 SAFETY AND PRE INSTALLATION PREPARA TIONG ccsssssssssssssssssscccsssssssssssssssssssssccssssssssssoees 33 ILDA Bs eee meee eee A ee re eee id 33 Aa A o tcc E 33 DDD GIONA T iain A o ika esc a ina alain ah dele hen tei ete aee al ade 33 TE PIONS MA o eects asain hae iat E ainda steele hanes tease at ale 34 LANCE INE WOK led Dd 34 LACA CEC ld ed 34 ILO LOON PE COR PC Eon IN 34 31 7 UTA MONTE ME Termination A al aces tse ice he head Soleil wt A 34 S PEPA BEIW AY PLANNING E AE A A Meldteasen acca pucewerasuaneeannes 34 Se DABLE UA NIG IN Ga aise cas Sn ich O O AAA A tastes ave cman 35 SN EIA TOC A A A A E S 35 5 3 2 Volition horizontal fibre cable construction sheath colour code 35 5 3
209. tion system 12 1 Maximum link and channel length The maximum link length for all copper cabling shall not exceed 90m this mF excludes the work area patch cables and patch cables used to connect to i O electronic equipment The maximum overall length of the channel shall not exceed 100m gt y 12 2 Use of Ethernet and Fast Ethernet switches Where Ethernet and Fast Ethernet switches are used the following guidelines on cascading and stacking should be followed 12 2 1 Cascading It is recommended that no more than four Ethernet switches or two Fast Ethernet switches be cascaded in order to avoid problems occurring in the transmission system associated with latency 12 2 2 Stacking Follow the instructions supplied by the switch manufacturer to ensure that the switches are stacked correctly Issue 3 European Edition 55 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Copper cabling system 13 0 Planning guidelines The following paragraphs give guidelines on planning a Volition copper cabling system For safety and transmission performance reasons 3M recommend the separation of copper data cable from power cabling and certain items of electrical equipment This can be achieved either through use of separate cable support structures or by physical restraint of the cabling within the same support structure Recommended separation distances are given in Table 3 1 taken from EN 50174 2 I
210. to pull more than one cable at a time For long and or difficult routes the pulling load should never be applied directly to the cable sheath In such cases the following procedure should be adopted 1 Strip the sheath of the cable approximately 50cm 2 Cut the fibres at the cable jacket and either 3 Group the aramid yarn into two bunches 4 Weave the two bunches to create a loop twisting the ends 5 Place the pulling rope through the loop and tie a knot 6 Tape the end along with the rope to make a smooth and compact pulling end or 7 Attach the central strength member to the pulling rope using a suitable attachment In both cases if a winch 1s being used to pull the cable a suitable overload protection device shall be used to prevent the maximum pulling load of the cable from being exceeded 15 0 Installing Volition fibre backbone cable Refer to paragraph 6 0 for detailed information on installing Volition fibre backbone cable Issue 3 European Edition 67 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Copper cabling system for voice 16 0 Installing Volition copper horizontal cable 16 1 Installation procedure The cable should be installed on a cable support located above a ceiling in a wall or under a floor Where multiple supports are being used each support should be filled to its maximum fill ratio before using the next support Where cable trays or conduits are stacked
211. to strategically placed junction boxes in the floor The trunking generally extends at 90 degree angles from the telecommunications closet and feeds into junction boxes Distribution trunking is then used from the junction boxes to feed the floor outlet locations that are placed to serve a predetermined area of the floor Access floor systems are mostly found in computer rooms However they are being used more extensively in densely populated areas where a significant number of outlets may be installed Issue 3 European Edition 45 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Fibre cabling system 7 1 4 Ceilings Volition cables shall not be placed directly onto suspended ceiling tiles Cable support systems such as cable trays or conduit shall be employed When pulling cables through a suspended ceiling space every two to three tiles should be removed for access This will assist in the routing of the cable around obstructions etc and facilitate the installation of cables in the support system employed 7 1 5 Walls Cables installed above a suspended ceiling will need to be dropped down to the work area The cable may be routed down a distribution column into which the outlet is located or dropped down a wall cavity Dropping cables down an empty wall cavity 1s generally not difficult A rod may be used or even a string tied to a weight A rod is most suitable for insulated walls 7 2 Cable prep
212. to the fibre It is also necessary to keep in mind that the patchcord used to test the link is not part of the reference measurement If the patchcord is damaged in any way it will affect the test results for the links under test If link attenuation results are found which are consistently higher than expected the patch cable is suspect Issue 3 European Edition 50 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Fibre cabling system 11 4 2 OTDR Method An OTDR measures the decrease in backscatter returned to the instrument as a light pulse emitted from the instrument passes through the fibre and device under test Figure 2 14 shows the set up that must be used to test the link The launch lead must be longer than the near end dead zone of the OTDR being used 3M has a range of launch boxes in its product portfolio that can be used for this purpose It is essential that the specification of the OTDR being used be checked to ensure that a suitable length lead is obtained Similarly the far end tail lead must be longer than the event dead zone of the OTDR In most cases a 100m launch box should be adequate but again the OTDR specification should be checked Note that both the near end and event dead zones of the OTDR will be affected by the pulse width being used In order to improve the accuracy of the measurement the shortest pulse width option that gives the required distance range should be s
213. tween horizontal and backbone cable When making this type of installation the procedures documented for the installation of horizontal and backbone cable shall be followed However the maximum link length must always comply with the design guidelines given in Section 1 in order for the extended warranty requirements to be met 9 0 Installing patch panels splice boxes and wall floor outlets Follow the instructions supplied with the patch panel splice box and wall floor outlet carefully Where grease filled indoor outdoor cable has been used it is recommended where possible that the cables enter from below This is to minimise the flow of grease out of the cable Care should be taken to ensure that the 25mm minimum bend radius of the fibre in the termination area is not exceeded when the socket is placed into its final position 10 0 VF 45 socket installation The VF 45 socket is used at both ends of the link Follow the installation instructions supplied with the VF 45 Quick Install Kit carefully It is important when installing the socket to maintain the correct polarity of the fibres throughout the system For example if the socket at the patch panel has the blue fibre on the right as viewed from the rear of the socket the fibre on the right at the outlet termination must be orange To meet the conditions of the warranty the VF 45 socket must be installed in a 3M approved patch panel or telecommunications outlet
214. uctions supplied with the product carefully Care should be taken with cables and conductors to ensure that they are properly routed into and out of the termination area If the system 1s required to support high speed data as well as voice it is essential to maintain the twist in each pair right up to the module or jack 28 1 Module installation All 3M modules work on the insulation displacement connection IDC principle which means that there is no need to strip the insulation from the copper conductor prior to making the connection Jumper wires are used between modules to provide a cross connection Wires are inserted into the IDC contacts on the module using an appropriate insertion tool Issue 3 European Edition 99 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Copper voice cabling system Care 1s needed when selecting the wiring scheme to be used in the installation since this will greatly affect the wiring density For example using a Volition four pair cable per TO effectively reduces the potential density by 75 since only one of the four pairs 1s used to carry voice Whilst this has little affect at the TO connecting all four pairs at the DP will reduce the density at the DP by 75 since only one in four of the terminated conductors will be used for voice It is only required to connect all four pairs if a dual data voice system is being installed 28 1 1 Module installation for horizonta
215. unch down base support 8 pair C222053A Combined insertion extraction tool for protection magazine Ue lt Table 6 33 Test leads for STG 2000 modules AAA C222059A lOpairtestplug ss C222058A_ 8 pair test pgs MPAO781A___ Disconnection plugs bag of 100 C242628A___ Serial display plug I network line C242629A_ Display plug l PABX line SS d O MPA0781A Parallel test plug for RJ 11 connector Issue 3 European Edition 128 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System System components and glossary Protection magazines for STG modules with protection facility Table 6 34 STG 2000 protection magazines C233736B 8 pair magazine equipped with 250 V arresters w fail safe C233741B 10 pair magazine equipped with 350 V arresters w fail safe C233737B 8 pair magazine equipped with 350 V arresters w fail safe Protection magazines with 0 3 m earthing cord for STG modules without protection facility Table 6 35 STG 2000 protection magazines with earthing cord Surge arresters and protection plugs Table 6 36 STG 2000 single pair protection plugs Over voltage 250V protection grey Over voltage 250V and current protection orange C233798A 5 pole varistors over voltage 250V and current protection yellow C233799A 5 pole diodes over voltage 250V and current protection brown C222037A Current protection fuses 1 25A 250V 33 2 3 QSA Series 1 and
216. unications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System System components and glossary 33 3 3 Wall mounted and floor standing enclosures British Telecom Type 500 series enclosure including backmount frame Available in six sizes these wall mounted enclosures are used with 10 pair QSA 2 SID C and CT modules on customer premises Table 6 71 British Telecom Type 500 series closure Description Capacity Capacity Size mm cr gaimosy gains HaWaD 440 440 OVSN 2000 range of floor standing cabinets QVSN 2000 multipurpose distribution cabinets are 400mm in depth and are used in conjunction with the QVG 1600 frame The cabinet features a strong welded steel frame The inside of the front and rear frame profiles have a continuous pattern of holes spacing 25 mm in accordance with DIN 43356 The flush mounted side panels allow the cabinets to be mounted side by side to conserve space The roof and floor have multiple entrance points for incoming and outgoing cables and the door which has an opening angle of 180 a 3 point bar lock and twist handle can be hinged on the left or the right changeable on site The cabinet is rated to IP 54 and finished with an electrostatic powder coating in grey RAL 7032 and RAL 7022 Table 6 72 QVSN 2000 cabinet Model Description number 43 101 02100 Type 1 2 columns 43 103 02100 Type 2 3 columns 79096 562 25 FlexiRail for SID C 90 modules and
217. uss 84 DL ALMA AS sas lapses yar ve soar des sea eae 84 23 0 PEANNING GUIDELINES sri a a a aa E E 85 231 THORIZ ONTA CA BS ING iiem a a a a a a a r a a il 85 DS 1d ADUSTV EDU OM POUS o EEE E E cand EA E i cad E een EE 85 29A ATOS LON POIS cestne ais Rare carte Maw sais e EE ue E TE atiuaindavedijaal avenge A O E 5 23 1 3 Pateh Panels for distribution Points sisiane A ii 86 23 1 4 Punch down blocks for distribution POTN S oonnnnnnnnncucunonananananonannononon nn nono nono nono aaron nana n nana n nn nn nnnnnn ranas 86 23 1 5 19 Racks and cabinets for distribution DOTNES ooonnnnncncccoanananananananananan anno nono nn nono 8 amp 7 23 1 6 Sub racks for mounting modules into 19 fOVMA ccccccccc cece cece nono nono non nono nn non nn non aaa aaa 8 ZE VGINCS OF distihu on POI laa last ac ado aa Mitra ct aha alah a alas 8 21 LoS Tele communications OULICIS ali ee tdo laa ici alas 8 232 ACKBONE ABLING dd eo 89 Za PUNO AQIS DUO RS a sei ete aad te cd oben dado T cdt oboe lada e creta Send aa aa cea 89 LIDAD FOME TO MDF APC sde dd 90 2323 Trames JOY IDF APC e e ed a le 90 23 2419 RACKS fOr MDF and IDF pplhicati Ons o a La le 90 LIL LEA CAL DI A dd el le 90 23 20 IDC mod ule blocks Jor MDF PPC ii 90 23 D CENTRALISED CABLING iriste a ubentitidt agar idedbuna su atta tel ouaeanenaencndtalds 91 SEC TION 2 INSTALLATION AND TESTING etica 93 Issue 3 European Edition 4 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the
218. uture The design process for the backbone has three main steps 1 Determine the backbone requirements for each floor 2 Determine the best route s for backbone cable 3 Determine the supporting structures required Step 1 Determine backbone requirements for each floor Determine the backbone requirements based on the above factors Because of the technical problems associated with the sharing of voice and data signals in the same sheath 3M recommend separate backbone cables for voice and data Except in the smallest of installations 3M recommend a fibre backbone cable The number of fibres in the cable should be determined based on the total number of uplinks to be provided It is recommended that extra fibres be provided to each FD to allow for future expansion of the network In this case the backbone cable should not contain any splices Step 2 Determine the best route for backbone cable From the building layout drawing determine the best location for the building distributor this may often coincide with the point of entrance of the telecommunications cables into the building Select the best route s to connect each floor distributor to the building distributor The route should not result in the minimum bend radius of the cable being exceeded This figure varies depending on whether the cable is under load or not If a fibre backbone is being installed Table 2 19 gives details Although there are two major types of shafts closed a
219. vely the reel s can be placed on a steel bar that is then supported securely on stands at each end When pulling cable from a reel it is important to pull the cable from the bottom of the reel 24 2 2 Cable in boxes Cable supplied in boxes can be pulled straight from the box Care should be taken to pull the cable smoothly to avoid twisting and kinking the cable If necessary secure the box es to prevent them from being pulled along the floor as the cable 1s dispensed 24 2 3 Volition four pair twisted 100Q cable construction and colour codes If using data grade cable for voice the Volition Category 5E or Category 6 horizontal copper cable should be used These cables have either a PVC or a low smoke zero halogen sheath In both cases the sheath is coloured green Category 5E and Category 6 cables are constructed as shown in Figures 3 5 and 3 6 The installation specification for each is shown in table 3 4 and colour coding in table 3 5 A detailed specification is included in Part 6 Issue 3 European Edition 93 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Copper voice cabling system 24 2 4 High pair count twisted pair cables for backbone and horizontal applications If a system is being installed for voice only it is permissible to use twisted pair cables having a lower high frequency performance 1 e a voice grade cable Table 4 9 lists the recommended cable types and sizes for both horizontal
220. vice 22 2 2 Private branch exchange PBX cabling The private branch exchange cabling connects the PBX or switch normally located within the BD to the MDF It includes the cable the connections at the MDF and the PBX 22 2 3 Backbone cabling The backbone cabling extends from the MDF in the BD to the DP s It includes the backbone cables the termination of the backbone cable at both the MDF and the DP and the cross connects at the MDF 22 2 4 Horizontal cabling The horizontal cabling extends from the DP s to the TO s It includes the cable the termination of the cable at the DP the cross connections at the DP and the TO s The work area cables are not included as part of the horizontal cabling Issue 3 European Edition 82 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Copper voice cabling system PBX MDF IDF To Local Exchange PBX MDF IDF Tekeeal E Exchange Figure 4 3 Centralised cabling architecture 22 3 Interfaces to the cabling system Cabling system interfaces are located each end of the subsystem Appropriate electronic equipment can be connected at these points Figure 4 4 shows potential interfaces at the MDF and the TO MDF DP TO Incoming Cable Pb Cross Connect Point Figure 4 4 Interfaces to the voice cabling system Issue 3 European Edition 83 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Instal
221. vide individual pair protection 23 2 6 IDC module blocks for MDF applications In addition to the 8 and 10 pair modules 3M also offers the ID 3000 connection system which has a wide range of applications from medium to large telecommunications distribution frames to MDF s for analogue and digital exchanges Issue 3 European Edition 90 3M Telecommunications Design Planning and Installation of the Volition Cabling System Copper voice cabling system The module which meets the requirements of IEEE 802 3 and IEEE 802 5 for Ethernet and Token Ring has double contacts for both line and jumper sides housed in a removable disconnection element which clips into the wire guide housing Offering high density and low weight the design allows the installer to fit traditional blocks or individual modules onto the associated ID 3000 frame Alternatively the ID 3000 can be easily mounted horizontally or vertically on conventional existing frames By using the new MDF frame design the blocks or modules are mounted vertically on backmount frames The installation of line and equipment blocks on the same vertical of the MDF results in faster jumpering and improved jumper management The modular design of the system allows the replacement of individual 8 or 10 pair modules from a block without disturbing the remaining connections To supplement the system 3M offers an extensive range of accessories for testing labelling patching and over voltage protecti
222. y Table 6 49 SID C and SID CT disconnection plugs and marker caps Model number 79122 544 40 Single pair for line disconnection 79122 544 26 Single pair for line disconnection Green 79122 544 29 Single pair for line disconnection Five pair for line disconnection Single pair dummy plug to prevent line disconnection 79122 543 26 Single pair dummy plug to prevent line disconnection Green Single pair dummy plug to prevent line disconnection Single pair marker cap Single pair marker cap Single pair marker cap Ten pair marker cap allowing testing and disconnection Ten pair marker cap allowing testing and disconnection Ten pair marker cap allowing testing and disconnection Ten pair marker cap allowing testing and disconnection Table 6 50 SID C and SID CT protection magazines and plugs Model number Description Dimensions mm LxWxD 79126 504 00 8 10 pair 2 pole shape H for connection and disconnection 99 x 16 5 x 31 39081 727 40 Arrestor 2 pole shape H 230 V 5 A 5kA OE EA 39081 72700 Arrestor 2 pole shape H230V 10A 10KA o O 05 661 02400 Arrestor 3 pole with fail safe 230 V 5 A 5kA n 100 C ts 10s 79104 503 00 1 pair over voltage with fail safe and optical detection alarm 79104 504 00 1 pair ultra fast over voltage and over current with fail safe and optical detection alarm 79114 542 00 8 10 pair SID SPP earthing rails 79397 515 00 Extraction tool for ove

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