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Understanding Cable Telephony

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Understanding
Cable Telephony
Premises Installation & Equipment Guide
for Voice, Video & Data Applications

Author/Senior Editor Tom Szumny
Graphic Design and Layout/Coordination Sheryl Stocker
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Table of Contents
Chapter Title Page
Tables and Illustrations ii
Introduction iii
Preface vi
1 Telephone Wiring Overview 1
2 Grounding and Bonding 19
3 Powering an HFC Telephony Network 25
4 Testing Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) Cabling 31
5 Cornerstone ® - Voice Port Test and
Troubleshooting 39
6 Coaxial Cable Wiring Overview 49
7 Installation Diagrams with Budgetary
Equipment Lists 71
8 Standards and Codes 83
Glossary 87
Equipment Appendix 117
Conduit and Duct 119
Drop Cable (RF) 121
F-port Connectors and Tools 122
Grounding 124
Locks, Keys and ID/Security Tags 126
NIDs – Network Interface Devices 127
Passives – Drop (RF) 130
Pedestals 131
Pole Drop Hardware 133
Power Cable
Premises Drop Hardware – Indoor Voice,
134
Video, Data 135
Premises Drop Hardware – Outdoor 144
Regal ® Taps 151
Test Equipment 167
Tools 170
Wire, Telephone Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) 175
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Tables and Illustrations
Description Page
Unshielded Twisted Pair Cable 3
UTP Cable Categories/Level 3
Wire Color Codes 6
List of Standard 4-Pair Wiring Color Codes 6
Wrong and Right Photos of Removing Cable Jacket 10
Wrong and Right Photos of Maintain Pair Twist During Termination 11
Wrong and Right Photos of Termination onto 66-Blocks 11
Interstud Wiring 12
Minimum Wiring Separation 12
66-Block Termination 14
66-Block Model R66M1-50 Front View 14
110-Style Termination 16
Work Area Outlet 17
Data Pin/Voice Patch Cord Wiring 18
Telephony Network Powering 27
RMT-2000 Regal Tap Housing 29
Common Wiring Faults 34
Voice Port LED Diagnostic Indications Table 43
Span Clamp Detail 64
"P" Hook Installation Detail 64
Aerial Installation 65
"J" Hook Pole 66
Underground Installation – Detail (RF) 66
House Aerial Attachment (RF) 67
Drop Clearances (RF) 67
Drop Sag (RF) 68
Underground Installation (RF) 68
House Attachment Bonding 69
Radius Detail of RF Drop 70
Network Interface Device 70
Installation of Splitter 71
House Entry 74
Wall Plate Installation 75
Wall Molly Wallplate 75
Signal Path 83
Aerial Drop Installation 84
Aerial Drop Installation – Budgetary BOM Worksheet 85
Underground Drop Installation 86
Underground Drop Installation – Budgetary BOM Worksheet 87
Outside Premises Installation 88
Outside Premises Installation – Budgetary BOM Worksheet 90
Simplified Indoor Wiring Diagram 91
Single Line, High Speed Access Installation Diagram 92

Introduction

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Item Page
Your Complete Source for HFC System Solutions v
ARRIS Capabilities at a Glance v
Commitment to "Best of Class" Quality Systems v
Preface vi

Introduction
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Accelerated Life Testing (HALT). Product validation at ARRIS now includes
ensuring operation in HFC systems. Included are validations for ease of installation
and servicing.
All of the new TL-9000 standards ensure that ARRIS, along with other participating
suppliers, provide customer-driven solutions and quality standards
necessary as telecommunications networks evolve.
Marketplace needs are pushing the broadband communications industry
toward the convergence of voice, video and data. Chances are, you are referencing
this guide to perform an installation of one or more of these services.
While it is beyond the scope of this guide to cover all of the circumstances
that will be encountered during an installation, these guidelines should assist
in your planning and training efforts, and increase the quality and longevity
of your installations, even as technologies evolve. For installations that require
detailed technical information, we recommend that you reference the publications
ANSI/TIA/EIA-570-A-1999 Residential Telecommunications Cabling
Standard, the ANSI/EIA/TIA-568-A Commercial Building Telecommunications
Wiring Standard, and BICSI (Building Industry Consulting Service International,
Inc.) publications that cover telecommunications installation information.
Global Engineering Documents at 800-854-7179 is a source for these publications.
For broadband installations, we recommend Modern Cable Television
Technology, by Walter Ciciora, James Farmer and David Large, published by
Morgan Kaufmann Publishers, Inc. of San Francisco. This booklet does not
replace any code, either partially or wholly.
Installations have several stages, including planning, installer training, site surveys,
product acquisition, installing, testing, and maintenance. This guide covers
"need to know" information for coaxial and UTP premises installations, aerial
and underground drops, grounding and bonding, NIU powering and testing,
standards and codes and includes a glossary of commonly used telecommunications
acronyms and terms. Also included is a section with listings of
key products for acquisition planning of tools, test and installation equipment.
All of these products are easily available from TeleWire SupplySM .
For simplicity, we have limited our product recommendations to the "best of
class" offerings. Our overall philosophy is that quality and performance eliminates
a variety of eventual hidden costs that may be incurred by using lowergrade
or lower-performance products. These hidden costs include truck rolls,
product replacements, technological obsolescence, poor service quality and
customer dissatisfaction. We realize however, that many of these lower-grade
solutions will perform adequately for their immediate intended purposes—
and those decisions must reside within the discretion of the service provider.
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as you plan and complete your installations. If you have any questions
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Preface

Chapter 1
Telephone Wiring
Overview

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Unshielded Twisted Pair (UPT) Copper Cable 3
Cable Categories 3
Color Coding/Tip and Ring 5
Twist 7
Planning the Premises Cabling System 7
Wiring Jacks 17
Direct Connection 17
Field – Constructed Patch Cords 17

Telephone Wiring Overview
Unshielded Twisted-Pair (UTP) Copper Cable
Traditionally used for voice and data, UTP has the following characteristics:
Pairs twisted to yield electrical interference protection
Solid conductors
Recommended conductor size 22-24 AWG
Common pair counts of 2-1800 pairs
Usually unshielded below 600 pairs
Characteristic impedance of 100 ohms
Unshielded Twisted-Pair
Cable Categories
The Electronic Industries Alliance (EIA) and the Telecommunications
Industry Association (TIA) are trade associations that have developed
telecommunication industry standards. The category rating system
was developed by the TIA in response to industry demands for higher
data rate specifications on applications over Unshielded Twisted Pair
(UTP) and is now part of standard document EIA/TIA–568A which covers
UTP cables as well as connecting devices such as jacks, cross-connect
blocks and patch panels for Commercial Building Cabling.
EIA/TIA-570-A entitled Residential Telecommunications Cabling
Standard provides specifications for premises cabling.
UTP Cable Speeds
Cat./Level Uses Supported
1 Voice, Low Speed Data 1 MHz
2 Low Speed LAN, 4 Mbps Token Ring (all above) 4 MHz
3 10 Base T Ethernet, 100 Base T4, 100 VG Any
LAN (all above)
10 MHz
4 16 Mbps Token Ring (all above) 20 MHz
5 100 BaseTX, ATM,TP-PMD (all above) 100 MHz
5e 100 BaseTX, ATM,TP-PMD (all above) 350 MHz
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Category 1 and Category 2 are not recognized for new installations.
They are found in service in predominantly older telephone (voice)
applications.
Category 3 UTP is the minimum grade recommended for voice
installations.
Category 5 UTP:
Accommodates current and future applications and is the
recommended grade. Use of Category 3 brings risk of system
obsolescence.
Can be run at a nominal cost increase over Category 3. Further,
inventory can be simplified by stocking only Category 5 and technical
errors can be reduced by not having to match the wire category
to an application.
Meets goals set out by the EIA/TIA, and when properly installed,
has the following characteristics:
Uses RJ45 connectors on patch cables
Uses two termination locations
100 meter distance supported
Specific installation techniques required for proper operation
Certification testing guidelines
Documentation recommendations
Can be used with RJ11
With end-to-end Category 5 performance on the twisted pair cable
distribution to all outlets, any outlet can be assigned to any application.
Category 5 refers to a standards-based performance level
defined by the telecommunications industry to represent high-performance
twisted pair cabling, sometimes referred to as ‘datagrade’
twisted pair.
Category 5 twisted pair cable is the premier cabling medium, and
emerging applications are designed and optimized for the
Category 5 medium.
The decision of which cable to use can be confusing. Category 3
may provide adequate performance for today's voice applications...but
will it suffice tomorrow? Installing a structured, high-performance
cabling system provides additional flexibility and capability
to accommodate technological progress and help alleviate
potential obstacles down the road. Regardless of which cable you
ultimately choose, we suggest that serious consideration be given
to Category 5 installations.

Telephone Wiring Overview
When working with twisted-pair cables, the cabling installer should
be able to identify individual pairs and conductors within the cable.
Category 5 Wiring Types:
100W UTP rated Category 5
Category 5 Technical Specifications which apply to Category 5:
FCC Part 68
EIA/TIA-568-A
Category 5 Safety Requirements which apply to Category 5:
UL® 1459 (Telephone)
UL® 1863 (Wire and Jacks)
National Electrical Code 1999, Article 800-4
Category 5e is another extension (Addendum 5) of the EIA/TIA-568-
A cabling system to 100 MHz.
In addition, Category 5e cabling provides higher performance over
a minimally compliant Category 5 channel and recognized
advances in cabling technology.
Category 5e Wiring Types:
100W UTP rated Category 5
Category 5e Technical Specifications which apply to Category 5e:
FCC Part 68
EIA/TIA-568-A
Category 5e Safety Requirements which apply to Category 5e:
UL® 1459 (Telephone)
UL® 1863 (Wires and Jacks)
NEC 1993, Article 800-4
Color Coding/ Tip and Ring
Standard color codes have been developed to enable the installer to
quickly identify a pair within a bundle, thus facilitating termination at
different points within a wiring system. Both solid and striped colors
are common.
Each pair has a tip and a ring conductor.
The terms tip and ring originated from the earliest types of telephone
systems, where the operator had to physically use patch cords to
route the calls. The operator’s switchboard plug had three conductors:
tip, ring and sleeve. The tip conductor was connected to the very tip
of the plug and had a positive voltage. The ring conductor had a negative
voltage and was connected to a small collar or ring, just back
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and isolated from the tip. Located behind the ring, the sleeve or
ground conductor provides a shield ground when used.
The colors used to identify tip conductors are different from the
colors used to identify ring conductors. There are five colors
associated with tip conductors, and five different colors associated
with ring conductors.
Polarity must be maintained within each pair, since telephone systems
provide all dialing and voice functions on the polarized tip and ring
pair. Further, the tip and ring conductors must be isolated from others,
that is, the pairs must be used as pairs. If you use the tip conductor
from one pair and the sleeve from another, data transmission will be
impaired and crosstalk may result.
Common Outlet Configurations
T568A is the preferred scheme
because it is compatible with
1 or 2-pair USOC systems.
Either configuration can be
used for Integrated Services
Digital Network (ISDN) and
high speed data applications.
Transmission categories 3, 4, 5,
5e and 6 are only applicable
to this type of pair grouping.
Pair 3
Pair 2
T568A
Pair 1
Standard 4-Pair Wiring Color Codes
T
R
White/Blue
Blue/White
Pair 2 T White/Orange
R Orange/White
Pair 3 T White/Green
R Green/White
Pair 4 T White/Brown
R Brown/White
Note: For 6-wire jacks: use pair 1, 2 and 3 color codes.
For 4-wire jacks: use pair 1 and 2 codes.
Pair 1 Pair 4
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Pair PIN
ID #
T1 5
R1 4
T2 3
R2 6
T3 1
R3 2
T4 7
R4 8

Telephone Wiring Overview
Twist
Twisted pair copper wire is most prevalent in telecommunication
media today. Each pair is twisted to prevent induction and crosstalk
from other pairs in the same bundle and from outside power circuits
and motors. (The unwanted transfer of intelligence from one or more
circuits to other circuits is called crosstalk.) Crosstalk is reduced by
twists, cable lay, shielding and physical separation made during the
cable manufacturing process.
Since many newer phones and systems won’t operate well without
UTP, jacketed 4-pair UTP Category 5 wire is recommended for all
inside wiring. Cat. 5 UTP is wound counterclockwise at a rate from 12-
14 twists per foot; Cat. 3 is wound from 5-7 twists per foot. Pair twist
rates vary within a cable. A tighter twist results in less distortion and
interference during installation. Untwisting during connectorization
should be kept under one half inch.
Planning the Premises Cabling System
The key to effective and efficient residential telecommunications
cabling is careful planning. Telecommunications system planning and
adherence to local building code requirements will determine the:
Materials required for the project
Type and amount of labor needed
Note: When planning installations using data or carrier transmission,
follow the equipment manufacturer’s installation guide.
EIA/TIA-570-A-1999 entitled Residential Telecommunications Cabling
Standard recognizes a minimum 4 pair UTP cable to at least one 8
position outlet within the kitchen, each bedroom, family room, and
den/study. Sufficient planning to avoid extension cords should provide
an additional outlet at least 12 ft. from the original, within unbroken
wall spaces.
Unshielded twisted pair cable generally falls into the following applications
in accordance with Article 800 of the National Electrical Code,
and is so noted on the cable product.
CM – general purpose, no UV protection, indoor
CMX – indoor/outdoor UV protection
CMR – riser rated
CMP – plenum
Performance specification for cable and connecting hardware is based
on proper installation and cable management. If recommended
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cabling precautions and installation methods are not followed, cabling
components may not perform to specifications. These performance
deficiencies may be apparent on initial installation or may show up
through reduced performance over time. The performance of the
installed system may be degraded by cabling practices relating to:
Connector terminations
Cable installation and management
Use of cross-connect jumpers and patch cords
Multiple connections in close proximity
Horizontal cables must be terminated on connecting hardware that
meet the applicable requirements for the type of cabling used. For
example, the UTP cabling is rated at the same category as the lowest
performance component used in the link.
Use only rated components and mounting hardware in the cabling
system. One such rating is UL® 1863, Communications Circuits
Accessories, by Underwriters Laboratories. Rated components have
passed stringent safety tests.
Modular jack and plug mating connections shall satisfy mechanical
tests as specified in the FCC Part 68 Rules, Subpart F. This requirement
addresses the mating of:
6-position plugs with 6-position jacks
8-position plugs with 8-position jacks
6-position plugs with 8-position jacks
All twisted-pair cable and outlet/connectors must be installed in
accordance with ANSI/ EIA/TIA-570-A, Residential Telecommunications
Cabling Standard. Maintain cable twisted-pair integrity to connector
terminations. Extend enough cable from the wall to accommodate
the termination. Be careful to avoid excess cable so as to prevent
kinking when the termination is placed in the outlet. Score the cable
sheath carefully to avoid nicking the interior insulated cable pairs.
Remove the outer sheath of the cable from the wire pairs. Maintain
the twists of the wire pairs up to the connector termination. Place
the connector into the outlet so as to not kink the cable.
TIA Preferred Wiring Method
The Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA) recommends the
star wiring method (aka home run) for residential and light commercial.
Each outlet is wired directly to the distribution device, which is a common
point for originating inside runs and terminating distribution runs.

Telephone Wiring Overview
The home run wiring method confines loss from cable damage, thus
protecting jacks beyond the damage point. Locating the damage
point with test equipment is also less time consuming. Finally, adding
telephone lines can easily be done at the distribution device, so jack
and wiring replacement is unnecessary.
EIA/TIA standards allow multiple vendors’ components of the same
category to be used successfully in the same system. A TIA compliant
system can accommodate future equipment and service changes to
simplify ongoing maintenance and relocation.
Cabling Installation Techniques
Use the shortest practical route
Conceal cable for damage protection
When drilling access holes through exterior walls:
Slope holes upward from the outside
Drill holes only slightly greater than cable diameter
Provide cable "drip loop" outside of building to avoid water ingress
Use plastic bushings
Seal holes after installing cable
Firestopping, bonding and grounding must be performed according
to fire, building and electrical codes that apply
Every connection degrades system performance, so use the minimum
number necessary
Better to provide excess capacity in terms of cable and outlets than
not enough. Later additions are costly and time consuming
Wire to the highest anticipated data rate (speed) or greater – never less
Never install components of unknown/questionable origin or quality.
At the very best, the system will transmit signals to the level of its
weakest component. Every element and connection is important
Document all connections carefully, and keep installations tidy
Tag wires at demarcation point for later troubleshooting
Test everything
Install jacks at the same height as electrical outlets. Wall-mount
phone jacks should be 48 to 52 inches from the floor
Cover unused wallboxes with a blank wall plate to protect and mark
their location
Do not splice cable runs
Pull 4-pair cable per manufacturer’s specifications but not more
than 25 lbs. pulling tension. EIA/TIA-568A and -570 recognize 4-pair
UTP as a minimum pair count
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Do not run cable parallel to power wiring and do not share bored holes.
Avoid sharp bends and sheath nicks
Maintain polarity. Match wire colors of tip (+) and ring (-) pairs. Polarity
reversal interferes with most data devices and some telephones
Use a recommended 4-pair jack for 2 line telephones
Leave pull cord in conduit, if used, to facilitate running new wire
Do not run power in same conduit with telecommunications cable
Use insulated staples to support wire, leaving wire loose within staples
Avoid under-carpet wiring runs
Use inner walls whenever possible for reasons of safety and appearance
Leave 18" of spare wire at outlets
Most importantly, always check for ground, open and shorts after
wiring is roughed in
Category 5 Cable Installations Tips
Category 5 cable is manufactured to tight specifications. For it to
deliver high-speed performance now or for future applications,
proper installation and handling is essential. Stretching, kinking
or even straightening a kink can permanently affect the cable's
transmission properties
Cable Tension - Pull cable with less than 25 lbs of force
Horizontal Wall Supports - Use J-type hooks designed to support
cables and avoid overloading or opportunities that could
lead to excessive cable rubbing within the support
Removing Cable Jacket - Keep jacket close to termination point
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Telephone Wiring Overview
Bundling - Tie wraps should contain a bundle of twisted pair
cables loose enough to prevent jacket stress
Single Cable Attachment - Preferable practice is using correctly
sized one or two hole clamps or plastic clips. Staplers are only
acceptable with depth stops. In no case should the cable be
squeezed
Unrolling Cable - Avoid kinks, knots or snags
Maintain Pair Twist During Termination - Maintain pair twists
to within 1/2" of termination point and jacket tucked close to
termination.
Wrong Right
Terminate onto 66-Blocks with proper cable management to
avoid kinks.
Wrong Right
TeleWire carries an extensive supply of telephone wire and connection
equipment. See the Appendix for a listing of major items.
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Interstud Wiring
Do not share
stud space with
electrical power
Telephone Wiring Overview
Use plastic NM-type staples and
leave wire loose inside staple Do not share bore
If power
must be
crossed,
cross at
90 degrees
holes with power
Minimum Wiring Separation Between Residential/Light
Commercial Telecommunications and Other
Wall phone
outlet boxes
are 48 to 52
inches from
floor
Purpose Other Minimum
Separation
Electric Supply Bare light or power of any voltage 5 feet
Open wiring not over 300 volts 2 inches
Wires in conduit, or in armored or non- None
metallic sheath cable/power ground wires
Radio and TV Antenna lead without grounded shield 4 inches
and ground wires
Signal/Control Open wiring not over 300 volts None
Wire
CATV Cables Community television systems coaxial None
cables with grounded shield
Telephone Service Aerial or buried 2 inches
Drop Wire
Sign Neon signs and associated wiring 6 inches
from transformer
Fluorescent Fluorescent lighting wire 5 inches
Lighting
Lightning System Lightning rods and wires 6 feet
Cable Termination Connections
Cable termination involves the organizing of cables by destination,
labeling and actually creating the connection. Proper cable termination
practices are vital for the complete and accurate transfer of both
analog and digital signals. Two basic types of cable termination connections
exist: binding post and insulation displacement (IDC).

Telephone Wiring Overview
Binding Post (screw terminal)
Commonly used for terminating residential wiring at a demarcation
point the screw and washer secure the stripped wire leads.
Keep copper conductors free from nicks and wrap clockwise.
Keep copper conductor from being caught and potentially breaking
in screw threads.
Trim excess wire.
Retain some spare wire for remaking as needed.
See Equipment Index on pp. 127-128.
Insulation Displacement Connection (IDC)
This method displaces the insulation as the wire is seated into the
connection. The conductor is not stripped but forced into a terminal
strip containing sharp inside edges that pierce the insulation and
make a solid electrical and mechanical connection, being held tightly
between two metal contacts.
Most common indoor cable termination types are 66-type, 110-type,
BIX ® and KRONE ® . Each requires a specially designed punchdown tool or
blade. Take caution that the brand of tool is compatible with the blade.
Gel-type IDCs, commonly used outdoors for cross-connecting, require
no special tools. See Equipment Index on pp. 127-128 and 135.
All IDC types are designed for relatively permanent connection; if
changes have to be made, the wire must be removed and the connector
cleaned of all metal and insulation material before the wire can be
cut off and reinstalled.
66-Block Termination
The 66-type IDC termination block is common for voice applications
as an indoor demarcation or distribution device for copper telephone
circuits. Twisted pair terminations are made using a punchdown tool
with a 66-type blade insert for terminating the copper wires onto contact
clips which are arranged in horizontal rows and vertical columns.
Note: Bridging clips are not Category 5 compliant.
A fine-tipped, indelible marker is generally used to designate cablepair
identifiers on the fanning strips of 66-type blocks. An additional
method of identifying 66-blocks is the use of color-coded hinged covers,
which can be labeled on the inside of the cover.
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The 66-type termination block is attached to the Model 89 wall mount
bracket to allow cable pairs to be fanned out from the rear into the
guides in the side of the block.
66-Block Termination
89B
89D
R66M1-50
66 Block
The following shows some common 66-blocks used for demarcation
and distribution of telephone lines.
Demarcation
When used in a demarcation application, network cable is terminated
on the first clip and apartment cable is terminated on the last
clip of each horizontal row. Circuits are connected in a vertical
repeating tip/ring sequence. Network cable is connected to apartment
cable by installing either bridge clips or jumper wires to connect
circuits as required. The bridge clip or jumper may be removed
to disconnect the network from the apartment for testing or other
reasons. Network and apartment cable is not disturbed during testing
or circuit rearrangement.
R66M150X: 25 Pair Demarcation Block
(#207424)
Columns Configuration: 50 rows by 4 columns
1 2 3 4
Common Clips: Columns 1 & 2, Columns 3 & 4
Wiring: Network to Column 1, apartments to
Column 4, bridge clip or jumper Column 2 to
Column 3, odd rows tip, even rows ring, up to
25 network lines

Telephone Wiring Overview
Columns
R66EB112: 6 Pair Demarcation Block
(#214217)
Configuration: 12 rows by 4 columns
1 2 3 4 Common Clips: Columns 1 & 2, Columns 3 & 4
Wiring: Network to Column 1, apartments to
Column 4, bridge clip or jumper Column 2 to
Column 3, odd rows tip, even rows ring, up to
6 network lines
Distribution
In distribution applications, network cable is terminated on the first
clip and several apartment cables are terminated on adjacent clips
in the same row. Row connections follow the tip/ring alternating
sequence. By using a multiple clip configuration, several telephone
extensions may be directly connected (home run) to the same network
circuit. Available clip configurations provide three, four and six
common clips. Since one wire may be terminated in each clip and
one clip is used for the network termination, available clip configurations
permit connection of two, three or five extensions.
R66B42: 2 Pair Terminal Block
(#702517)
Columns Configuration: 4 rows by 6 columns
1 2 3 4 5 6 Common Clips: Columns 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, & 6
Wiring: Network to Column 1, 5 apartment
home runs to 2-6
R66B44: 4 Pair Terminal Block
(#701218)
Columns Configuration: 4 rows by 6 columns
1 2 3 4 5 6
Common Clips: Columns 1, 2 & 3
Columns 4, 5 & 6
Wiring: Network to Column 1, 2 apartment
home runs to Columns 2 & 3,
network to Column 4, 2 apartment
home runs to Columns 5 & 6, jumpers
permit additional combinations, odd
rows tip, even rows ring
Columns
R66CB16: 6 Pair Terminal Block
Configuration: 12 rows by 4 columns
1 2 3 4 Common Clips: Columns 1, 2, 3 & 4
Wiring: Network to Column 1, 3 apartment
home runs Columns 2-4, jumpers permit
additional connection combinations, odd
rows tip, even rows ring
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Columns
R66M125X: 25 Pair Terminal Block (#214218)
Configuration: 50 rows by 4 columns
1 2 3 4 Common Clips: Columns 1, 2, 3 & 4
Wiring: Network to Column 1, 3 apartment
home runs Column 2-4, jumpers permit additional
connection combinations, odd rows
tip, even rows ring, up to 25 network lines
R66B425: 25 Pair Demarcation
Block (#214217)
Columns Configuration: 50 rows by 6 columns
1 2 3 4 5 6
Common Clips: Columns 1-6
Wiring: Network to Column 1, 3 apartment
home runs Column 2-6, jumpers
permit additional connection combinations,
odd rows tip, even rows ring,
up to 25 network lines
110-Style Termination
Backbone cabling is commonly terminated on wall or rack mounted 110blocks
in increments of 50, 100, 300 or 900 pairs.The 110 block requires a
connector block that punches onto it to create the cross-connection.
Cables are routed through the middle pathway of the 110-wiring
block from either the top or bottom, and fanned into the wireway
from alternate sides.
See 66-block and 110-style Equipment on pp. 135-136.
Typical bill of materials include a distribution frame, vertical cable
management with routing rings, wiring block, connector block, horizontal
wiring trough, write-on covers and cross-connect jumpers.
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Telephone Wiring Overview
110-C4
Connecting
Blocks
110-C5
Connecting Blocks
110 Wiring Block

Wiring Jacks
Verifying pin-outs is critical to a properly working system.
Work Area Outlet
Telephone Wiring Overview
Unshielded
Jack
4-Port
Faceplate
Many different styles of outlets exist with single or double gang
wallplates and RJ-11, RJ-45, F-81 or blank jack inserts for a single to
8-port density range.
EIA/TIA-570-A-1999 entitled Residential Telecommunications Cabling
Standard states that all connecting hardware to UTP cable shall be 8
position and meet the transmission and reliability requirements of 568A.
Termination at work area outlets should be completed following manufacturer's
specifications for minimum sheath removal and proper termination
techniques, being careful to ensure a 0.5 inch maximum
amount of cable pair untwisting to maintain Category 5 compliance.
Carefully coil the remaining minimum of 12 inch slack into the termination
box. Do not kink the cable or exceed the bend radius of four
times the cable diameter.
Direct Connection
There are occasions where a customer request for direct connection
of horizontal cable requires that a cabling installer directly field terminate
cables with modular plugs. This practice is not recommended for
Category 5 applications due to lack of flexibility and excessive downtime
if damage occurs to the cabling in the work area.
Field- Constructed Patch Cords
Field-constructed patch cords are not recommended for Category 5
systems.
1. Determine type of cable.
2. Select the proper connector.
3. Verify the pin-wiring configuration:
Data cables utilize straight-through wiring. (i.e., Pin 1 to Pin 1)
Voice cables are reversed. (Pin 1 to Pin 8, Pin 2 to Pin 7, etc.)
Certain applications may require unique pin-wiring configurations.
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Telephone Wiring Overview
4. Strip jacket to appropriate length.
Make a clean 90-degree cut end on the cable.
Remove enough jacket from the cable to reach the end of the
plug and still have the jacket under the cable clamp portion of
the modular plug.
5. Use the correct crimp tool.
Modular plugs are configured in 4-, 6- and 8-pin combinations.
The correct die for crimping all of the wires in one motion is required.
Only 8-pin modular plugs are Category 5 compliant.
6. Verify pin-wiring configuration.
Inspect the connection to make sure all the wires are seated
properly and in the correct position.
TeleWire carries all of the products you need for telephone wiring.
Data Patch Cord Pin Wiring
Data Straight Through
(T568B Configuration Shown)
1 W/O 1
2 O 2
3 W/G 3
4 BL 4
5 W/BL 5
6 G 6
7 W/BR 7
8 BR 8
See the Appendix for a listing of major items.
Voice Patch Cord Wiring
Voice Cross-Over
(T568B Configuration Shown)
1 W/O 1
2 O 2
3 W/G 3
4 BL 4
5 W/BL 5
6 G 6
7 W/BR 2
8 BR 1

Chapter 2
Grounding and Bonding

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In This Section
Item Page
Grounding 21
Lightning Exposure 21
Water Pipes 22
Grounding Choice 22
Bonding 23

Grounding and Bonding
Properly installed telecommunications cabling is almost never dangerous.
During installation verify that exposed conductors, cable
shields and metal equipment are grounded or free of fault potentials
(and otherwise generally safe).
Electrical exposure cannot always be accurately examined. Always
review codes, standards and site records.
Local conditions may require additional investigation, changes or
safeguards pertinent to the region, site or equipment. No information
here replaces laws, codes or regulations.
The National Electric Code (NEC) Article 830 requires primary protection
against surge, i.e. lightning, and fault protection against any open
or short circuit that may occur on coaxial cable between the tap and
the network interface device (NID). The necessity of such protection is
to assure public safety when coaxial cable is not buried a minimum
depth of 18 inches as stated in NEC Article 830. In lieu of 18" the coaxial
cable can be enclosed in conduit at a depth of 12".
Grounding
Definition: A conducting connection, whether intentional or accidental,
between electrical circuits or equipment and the earth, or to some
conducting body that serves in place of the earth.
Overall protection must consider:
• Direct lightning strikes
Ground potential rise
Contact with power circuits
Induction
Establishing a suitable telecommunications ground is critical, always
required, and typically found in the following:
Telecommunications entrance facility for sites with exposed cable
Equipment rooms
Telecommunications closets
Lightning Exposure
Even with a properly installed grounding infrastructure, there are no
guarantees that a direct lightning strike will not damage a system.
A Lightning Exposure Guideline is included as a Fine Print Note (FPN)
in the NEC Section 800-30 (a). It states, "Interbuilding circuits are considered
to have a lightning exposure unless one or more of the following
conditions exist:
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1. Circuits in large metropolitan areas where buildings are close
together and sufficiently high to intercept lightning.
2. Interbuilding cable runs of 140 ft. (42.7 m) or less, directly buried or
in underground conduit, where a continuous metallic cable shield
or a continuous metallic conduit containing the cable is bonded to
each building grounding electrode system.
3. Areas having an average of five or fewer thunderstorm days per
year and earth resistivity of less that 100 ohmmeters. Such areas are
found along the Pacific coast.
Water Pipes
No longer are cold water pipes the first choice for a grounding electrode.
Nonmetallic pipes have become common. See NEC Section 250-81.
Grounding Choice
Because telecommunications and electrical cabling must be equalized,
attach to the closest point of the building’s electrical service
grounding electrode system. Choose the closest of either the building
ground electrode system or an accessible electrical service ground. If
none exists use either another grounding electrode system built for
this purpose or a driven ground rod.
Electrical Service Ground – best choice for telecommunications. See
NEC Section 250-71(b) which requires an accessible intersystem
bonding connection.
Grounding Electrode – See NEC 250-83, NEC 250-91(c) and NEC
820(c) for grounding electrode installation guidelines and protection.
Resistance should be 25 ohms or less and measured annually.
Electrode grounding is allowed if no electrical service exists or if
additional grounding is needed. NEC 800-40(b) specifies a minimum
1/2" x 5’ ground rod with 6-AWG solid grounding conductor,
although an 8’ ground rod is generally recommended.
Resistance of an electrode to earth is determined by three components:
Earth resistance
Earth to electrode contact resistance
Resistance of electrode itself with connections.
Warnings: Installed electrodes should be separated by 6 feet. Gas,
steam and hot water pipes as well as electrodes or down conductors
not a part of a lightning protection system are not allowed as a
grounding electrode.
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Bonding
Grounding and Bonding
Definition: NEC Article 100 and Section 250-70 define bonding as the
permanent joining of metallic parts to form an electrically conductive
path which will assure electrical continuity and the capacity to conduct
safely any current that is likely to be imposed.
Bonding conductors are not intended to carry electrical load currents
under normal conditions, but must carry fault currents so that electrical
protection (circuit breakers) will properly operate.
Bonding should maintain the shortest path with least impedance.
Conductors should route with fewest bends and connections made
directly to bonded points. Avoid unnecessary connections in bonding
conductors and use only approved connections that are accessible.
See NEC 800-40 (a, 2). Use copper, copper alloy or tin-plated copper
connections that have been laboratory tested and listed, and follow
manufacturer’s installation guidelines. Effective equipment bonding
helps equalize potentials from lightning and electrical system faults
that cause damage.
Telecommunications bonding should follow three principles:
Equalization – Use a short path with large conductors to lower
the impedance.
Diversion – Bonding conductor carries transients away from
telecommunications cable.
Coupling – The closer the bonding conductor to a telecommunications
cable, the greater the mutual electromagnetic coupling.
Note: Any combination of these three principals is beneficial to
telecommunications equipment.
TeleWire carries all of the products you need for grounding and
bonding. See the Appendix for a listing of major items.
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Chapter 3
Powering an HFC
Telephony Network

26
In This Section
Item Page
Powering Methods to the Voice Port 27
Economical Tap Upgrade Solution for System Powering 28

Robust Lifeline Service is a Primary Requirement with a Benchmark of 8
Hours Backup Time.
Distribution
plant
Powering an HFC Telephony Network
Power
supply
Local
powering
solution
Network
powering
solutions
RF only/12-amp faceplate
Twisted pair powered faceplate
Coaxial powered faceplate
Local
power
supply
w/battery
back-up
Voice
port
Voice
port
Powering Methods to the Voice Port
NID Powering Using the Center Conductor
This is a popular method of system powering, where permitted by
local code. It can use the existing drop if that drop is in good condition.
If the drop is not in good condition, it should be replaced when
adding two-way services anyway. Power is delivered over the center
conductor of the drop cable from a special power-passing tap (sometimes
called a telephony tap or a power extracting tap).
Of concern with using the center conductor to pass power to the NID
is that if arcing occurs, due to a faulty center conductor contact, the
arc will transfer a very significant amount of power to the upstream
plant, likely causing interference with all users of the reverse spectrum.
On the other hand, an arc often causes healing of a bad contact
and thus can be self-extinguishing.
NID Powering Using a Twisted Pair
A similar power-passing tap places power on a separate pair of terminals,
ground and hot, for each drop. A special drop cable is used that
has a pair of wires molded into the same outer jacket that covers the
coaxial cable. This cable is often called Siamese cable. The tap used
with Siamese cable has connectors that are used to fasten the wire
pair of the Siamese cable.
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Powering an HFC Telephony Network
The advantage of twisted pair over center conductor powering is that
you do not have to tolerate the signal loss associated with connecting
RF blocking inductors to the tap ports. The problem with using this
configuration is that a special drop cable must be run. In all-new
installations this is not a problem, but in retrofit situations, it may not
be economical or desirable.
A further concern with Siamese power-passing taps is the possibility
of ingress due to signal pickup on the wire pair. The signals picked up
can be introduced into the coaxial cable. Adequate filtering of the
voltage connections usually is sufficient to prevent problems.
Home Powering with Battery Backup
This method of powering relieves the cable operator of the burden of
powering the NIU, but requires the installation of a local power supply
unit (LPSU) with battery backup in each home. The installer must go
inside the home and locate a power outlet from which he or she
knows the power supply will never be removed.
The operating condition of the power supply and the battery is
monitored and telemetered to a Network Operations Center (NOC).
Economical Tap Upgrade Solution for System Powering
The Regal ® Flexible Tap System for cable telephony/data applications
enables you to upgrade your plant now with the assurance that
whichever powering method you choose, you'll have a sensible, economical
and worry-free migration path for telephony/data upgrades.
A common approach is to use local powering initially and upgrade to
system powering as either telephone subscriber penetration or the
changeout rate to power extracting taps dictates.
Taps with RF-only 12 amp faceplates and optional continuous power
bus (CPB) technology - plus a power supply at the home - are all that's
needed for local powering. These taps can easily be upgraded for system
powering with a simple faceplate change (see Illustration 1).
See Equipment Index on pp. 151-165.
IDDS Factor:
Temperature rated components in Regal taps prevent extreme
temperature fluctuations.

A Regal RMT-2000 RF-only housing permits a faceplate upgrade from an
RF-only/12 amp to either a coaxial or twisted pair power extracting type.
Illustration 1
Powering an HFC Telephony Network
Standard
RMT-2000
housing
RF only/12-amp faceplate
Coaxial powered faceplate
Twisted Pair powered faceplate
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Chapter 4
Testing Unshielded Twisted
Pair (UTP) Cabling

32
In This Section
Item Page
Testing Before Final Installation 33
Basic Tests 33
Common Test Equipment 35
UTP Cable Troubleshooting 37

Testing Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) Cabling
Characterizing cabling provides useful data for the support of future
equipment applications. This should improve the overall effectiveness
of providing premises network solutions, as well as a baseline for
future troubleshooting, resulting in higher customer satisfaction.
Most tests listed are supported by EIA/TIA TSB-67 and ANSI/EIA/
TIA-568-A.
Testing Before Final Installation
• Positive test results before occupancy and equipment use promotes
customer satisfaction, especially after their requests for additional
services.
Check for grounds, shorts and opens.
Use only Category 5 UTP cable, connection products and wiring
methods compliant with UL® and EIA/TIA.
Basic Tests
Visual inspection of wire color matching
Access lines to pairs
Tip and ring to correct pairs
Continuity (a continuous conductance of signal)
Verify test equipment by touching leads together for indication
of a short.
Use a tone generator and inductive amplifier to verify continuity
(no breaks) or shorts.
Attach tone generator to cable pair.
Use inductive amplifier to detect tone.
Trace and identify cable.
Green LED –full short.
Dim or blinking LED – resistance resulting from faulty conductor
or splice.
See Equipment Index on pp. 166-168.
Specialized Continuity
Connect continuity tester across unterminated leads at either
end in succession. Test at outlet between tip of each pair and all
other leads and the ring with all other leads for shorts.
Short the far end and check LED for proper polarity.
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Testing Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) Cabling
Cross
A short between terminals caused by a sloppy stripped conductor
or an attachment nail.
Use tone continuity mode to find path from either conductor of
one pair to either side of another.
Attach one clip to one pair tip. With either lead, check continuity
to both sides of every pair.
Repeat, but change fixed lead to ring side.
Repeat for each pair. Any continuity means a cross.
Split
An occurrence when a pair is separated and wrongly matched
with another pair.
Often detected during continuity testing.
Use tone test set:
Connect tone mode to one pair end.
Trace tone with speaker probe to splice, identify probable wires
and short the two conductors with probe.
Shorted wires will give a strong tone if pair is split or no tone if
pair is not split.
Common Wiring Faults
Clean Open Fault
Dirty Open Fault (Intermittent)
Short (Continuity)
Cross
Tip
Ring
Tip (1st Pair)
Ring
Tip (2nd Pair)
Ring
Marked Tip (Actually Ring)
Marked Ring (Actually Tip)
Split
Roll
Ground
Fault
Split Tip
Ring
Split Tip
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Testing Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) Cabling
Roll (Reversed Polarity)
An occurrence when tip and ring ends are reversed
Prevents tone beeps
Rotary telephones are not affected
Cable Impedance
Measure the voltage to current ratio. Should remain constant
regardless of cable length or signal amplitude or frequency.
UTP is 100 ohms ±15%. A TDR graph shows absolute impedance,
which is used to determine length and distance to impedance
discontinuities.
Final Verification Testing
Connect jack into outlet.
Connect telephone butt set at NID at demarcation point and
receive dial tone.
Make outgoing and incoming calls to/from a test number.
Listen for clear transmission free from clicks, pops and scratches.
Be sure dial tone stops when numbers are dialed and resumes
when phone is hung up.
Failed tests mean either line hasn’t been installed correctly.
Repeat for each line.
Connect NID to premises wiring.
Repeat test at each outlet of each line.
If problem occurs, check connections and wiring.
If no fault is easily found, test again.
Common Test Equipment
Tone generator/ induction amplifier
Identifies specific pairs by generating a tone on one pair end with
an inductive amplifier to identify the tone on the other end. Some
induction amplifiers can trace along a conductor length.
Using a tone generator
Attach tone generator to cable pair at work area.
Use inductive amplifier to detect signal.
Trace and identify cable from detected signal.
See Equipment Index on pp. 166-168.
Volt-Ohm – Ammeter
Analog and digital available.
Measures voltage, current, resistance.
Measures continuity with a shorting device on one pair end.
Using a battery and volt-ohmmeter:
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Testing Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) Cabling
36
1. Find a reliable ground connection, and check each lead at each
outlet for a short(s) to ground. There should be no continuity
between any of the leads and earth ground.
2. Assure that the network is disconnected. Then connect the battery
across the tip and ring leads of each pair at the closest point
available to the demarcation point, but not on the network side.
Connect the positive side to tip and the negative side to ring.
3 Go to each outlet and perform the following tests with the voltohm
meter for each pair:
Verify that the polarity of each pair is correct with tip at positive
voltage and ring at negative.
Verify that there is no continuity with any other pair at the outlet
by checking the tip lead against all other leads, and then
the ring lead against all other leads.
See Equipment Index on pp. 166-168.
One Step Trouble Detector - Sidekick
An all-in-one tester for intermittent troubles with twisted pair applications.
Functions include stressed noise susceptibility, faults, VOM,
AC/ DC, kick, tone and leakage. Some units help to qualify transmission
quality of POTS lines by providing testing for loop current, circuit
loss, metallic noise, power influence and load coil.
The stress test reads the audible noise produced on a faulted pair
that is stressed by a 90 dBrn longitudinal excitation. The stress test
determines the capacitive and series resistance balance characteristics
of twisted pairs at any point along the pair. It is capable of identifying
DC resistive or capacitive imbalances undetected by other
subscriber loop tests. The stress test is also highly effective in identifying
imbalances produced by series resistance opens (high joints).
See Equipment Index on p. 166.
Time Domain Reflectometer (TDR)
The TDR locates and tests all cable defects, splices and connectors
and gives loss values for each occurrence. In addition, the TDR is
used to measure the electrical length of a cable. The measurement
of the cable is accomplished by injecting a fast rise-time pulse into
the cable and then looking for the reflections caused by impedance
mismatches. Mismatches caused by kinks, splices, etc., are displayed
as well as are a large mismatch at the end of the cable. The reflections
are displayed either on a screen or in the form of a printout.
See Equipment Index on p. 166.

Testing Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) Cabling
Telephone Test Set - Buttset
A telephone test set is used to test voice circuits and the following
functions:
Simulate the user’s telephone equipment
Identify circuits
Circuit diagnostics and troubleshooting
See Equipment Index on pp. 166-167.
UTP Cable Troubleshooting
1. Contact line users and disconnect active equipment at a mutually
convenient time.
2.Calibrate test equipment and perform tests on cable.
3. Compare test results with cable specifications. Also compare results
with original test readings, if available.
4. Record the results.
5. Identify failing measurement values and consider borderline readings
as failure for troubleshooting.
6. Follow measurement results.
Inspect hardware, connections, terminations and cable.
Check cable type.
Verify test settings.
Examine cable pair twist bend radius and sheath.
Verify color codes and pin configuration.
7. Correct any conditions outside of cabling standards.
8. Retest and record:
Circuit ID
Subscriber name and phone number
Service type
Test results
Repairs made
Passing test results
9. Reposition cables as necessary considering the following:
Replacement
Routing
Bend radius
Slack
Post job clean-up
TeleWire carries extensive lines of test equipment. See the
Appendix for a listing of major items.
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Notes

Chapter 5
Cornerstone ® – Voice Port
Test and Troubleshooting

40
In This Section
Item Page
Two Line and Four Line Voice Ports 42
Multi-Line Voice Port (MVP) Troubleshooting 48

Cornerstone® – Voice Port Test and Troubleshooting
Cornerstone ® provides telephony services through a new or existing HFC network
while supporting a portfolio of narrowband services such as Caller ID,
Call Waiting,Speed Dialing,Automatic Callback,56K modem and interactive
screen-based telephony services.Cornerstone is primarily comprised of a
headend located Host Digital Terminal (HDT) and a premises located
Voice Port.The HDT communicates with the Digital Switch by connecting
RF signals from the HFC network into DS-O signals and DS-O signals from the
telephony network into modulated RF carriers transmitted through the HFC
network to the Voice Port.The Voice Port connects telephony signals into a
radio frequency (RF) suitable for transmission over the HFC network.
This section covers test and troubleshooting of the Cornerstone Two-line
and Four-line Voice Port as well as the Multi-Line (12) Voice Port (MVP).
The following are quick reference tips:
Do not daisy-chain composite or local power connections. Each Voice
Port should have its own connection to the drop or local power supply.
Do not daisy-chain the RF cables. Connect each Voice Port directly
to the tap, where possible. If this is not possible, attach a splitter to
the drop and feed the Voice Port.
Make sure that the RF cables are installed properly. Do not connect,
for example, the drop cable to the Voice Port's Home Coax port.
Pre-provision the Voice Port before installation. This lets you
quickly verify that the Voice Port is installed properly.
Assign all installed Voice Ports.This prevents generation of unnecessary
alarms and logs.Take unused Voice Ports out of service (OOS); this prevents
the Voice Port from generating alarms or logs while not in use.
Terminate any unused RF connections. This prevents noise and
ingress problems. Where possible, make sure that the subscriber connections
are also terminated.
Make sure local power supplies are not plugged into switched
outlets (not applicable to MVP). This prevents unnecessary battery
use and prolongs battery life.
Installing Voice Port
Refer to an authorized Cornerstone Voice Port Installation Guide which
provides detailed coverage on:
Safety
Preparation for installation, modem identification, downstream
encryption, battery monitoring, connection blocks and tools.
Installation procedures including subscriber verification, wiring
access, Voice Port provisioning and powering.
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Cornerstone® – Voice Port Test and Troubleshooting
Testing and troubleshooting problems with power, the network and
provisioning.
This chapter identifies line problems that might occur following the Voice
Port installation.These troubleshooting procedures provide the corrective
actions required for the most common problem symptoms.
DANGER
Risk of injury and network power disruption
Coax powered networks have up to 90 volts
on the center conductor. Please follow your
company procedures and guidelines for handling
live drop cable.
Below are procedures for both the Two-Line and Four-Line Voice Ports
as well as the Multi-Line Voice Port (MVP).
Two-Line and Four-Line Voice Ports
The diagnostic LED indicator aids during installation and troubleshooting.
The red LED is located behind the network access door of
the Voice Port. The LED indicates the Voice Port operational state as
shown in Table 1.
Table 1 – Voice Port LED Diagnostic indications
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LED State Indication Problem if
Pattern Persists
Off No power to the No power to the
Voice Port Voice Port
(See Procedure 1)
Constantly on Voice Port is hunting for Downstream network
an RF carrier problem
(See Procedure 2)
Blinking four Voice Port is marshalling Upstream network
times (CSV05 to the HDT. The Voice problem
and higher) Port is locked to a downstream
carrier but the
HEM has not yet acquired
the Voice Port's upstream
signal
(See Procedure 3)

Cornerstone® – Voice Port Test and Troubleshooting
Table 1 (con't)
Indication Indication Problem if
Pattern Persists
Blinking three Voice Port is marshalling Upstream network
times to the HDT problem. Marshalling
problem. See "Threeblink
state"
Blinking two Voice Port is fully Provisioning problem.
times marshalled but no line has
been provisioned at
the headend
See Procedure 4
Blinking one
time
Voice Port is in-service None
Blinking patterns are provided every three seconds for the first hour
after the Voice Port changes state. After that, the pattern repeats only
every 15 seconds. When installing, note the LED state and follow corrective
actions below.
Procedure 1 – Troubleshooting Power Problems
Most power-related problems are caused by one of the following:
Out-of-range voltage at the tap. The voltage should be between 40
V and 90 V
Faulty power cable (composite or local power) or coax (coax power)
Local power supply unplugged or similar problems
Misconfigured power at the Voice Port
Faulty Voice Port
Action
1. For Voice Ports using local power, make sure the power supply is
plugged in and that the outlet is furnishing power. Avoid using switched
outlets.
2. Remove tamper tag, if equipped, from the Voice Port.
3. Using a Phillips screwdriver, open the Voice Port’s subscriber
access door.
4. Using a 5/32” pin and hex security tool, open the Voice Port’s network
access door.
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5. Check the power coming into the Voice Port. Using a voltmeter,
measure the voltage between the Supply and Ground terminals.
The voltage reading must be 40 VAC and 90 VAC (or between 40
VDC and 60 VDC for model A2VP01JA Voice Ports).
If power is … Then …
present go to step 6.
not present or out of range go to step 7.
6. Make sure that the Voice Port power jumpers are configured properly.
If power configuration is … Then …
correct go to step 7.
incorrect correct the configuration; if the
problem persists, go to step 8.
7. Check the boltage level at the tap. The voltage reading must be
between 40 VAC and 90 VAC (or between 40 VDC and 60 VDC for
model A2VP01JA Voice Ports).
If power is … Then …
present replace the composite drop
cable or coax; if the problem
persists, go to step 8.
not present or out of range the network power is faulty;
contact plant maintenance
personnel.
8. Replace the Voice Port.
Procedure 2 – Troubleshooting Downstream Network Problems
A downstream network problem prevents the Voice Port from receiving
signals from the headend. The Voice Port cannot find a downstream
RF carrier.
Action
1. Remove tamper tag, if equipped, from the Voice Port.
2. Using a Phillips screwdriver, open the Voice Port’s subscriber
access door.
3. Using a 5/ 32” pin and hex security tool, open the Voice Port’s network
access door.
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CAUTION
Risk of network power disruption
Coax powered networks have up to 90 volts
on the center conductor. Please follow your
company procedures and guidelines for handling
live drop cable.
DANGER
Risk of injury
Avoid contact with center conductor of coaxpowered
networks. The conductor has up to
90 volts.
4. Check the CATV signal on the drop coax at the Voice Port and verify
signal level and quality.
If CATV signal is … Then …
up to your company go to step 5.
standards
not up to standards go to step 6.
5. Call the headend. Have an operator check the transmit levels on the
Head End Modem (HEM) associated with the service area.
If the transmit levels are … Then …
not within range adjust the transmit level; if the
problem persists, go to step 6.
within range go to step 6.
6. Have the operator check the Spectrum Manager communication state.
If the … Then …
communication state is reset the Spectrum Manager; if
LOC the problem persists, go to step 8.
7. If using out-of-band marshalling )OOB), have the operator make
sure the highest numbered in-service headend modem )HEM)
assigned to a downstream carrier path is properly cabled for
upstream and downstream communications. If the HEM is
properly cabled, continue with step 8.
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8. Connect a signal generator at the headend, and check the CATV signal
at the tap. Verify signal level and quality.
If the the signal is … Then …
of the proper level and quality replace the drop cable; if the
problem persists, go to step 9.
not of the proper level and quality the tap or distribution system
may be at fault; call plant
maintenance personnel.
9. Replace the Voice Port. If this clears the problem, the original Voice
Port is faulty. Otherwise, the tap or distribution system may be at fault;
call plant maintenance personnel
Procedure 3 – Troubleshooting Upstream Network Problems
An upstream network problem prevents the Voice Port from sending
signals to the headend.The Voice Port attempts to marshal, but does not
receive a response.
Action
1. Call the headend. Have an operator check the receive levels on the
headend modem associated with the service area.
If the Voice Port state is … Then …
not within range adjust the receive level; if the
problem persists, go to step 2.
within range go to step 2.
2. Have the operator check the Spectrum Manager port noise
threshold levels.
If the threshold levels are … Then …
not within range adjust the threshold level; if the
problem persists, go to step 3.
within range go to step 3.
3. Remove tamper tag, if equipped, from the Voice Port.
4. Using a Phillips screwdriver,open the Voice Port's subscriber access door.
5. Using a 5/32" pin and hex security tool, open the Voice Port's network
access door.
6. Connect a signal generator to the drop cable and verify that the signal
can be received at the headend.
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If the signal is … Then …
of the proper level and quality go to step 7.
not of the proper level there may be a problem with
and quality one or more amplifiers in the
upstream direction; call plant
maintenance personnel.
7. Replace the Voice Port.
Blinking patterns are provided every three seconds for the first hour
after the Voice Port changes state. After that, the pattern repeats only
once every 15 seconds in order to save power in the steady stae.
When installing a new Voice Port, the installer must note the state of
the LED and perform the corrective actions described in this chapter
as needed.
Three-Blink State
When the LED is blinking three times for longer than five minutes, one or
more of the following conditions may apply.To resolve these issues, proceed
to the appropriate procedure in this chapter.
For this item … Then perform …
The Spectrum Manager may See Procedure 2 and 4
be in an LOC (loss of of this section as needed
communications) state
Voice Port may be locking See Procedure 2
onto the wrong downstream of this section
Voice Port may not be See Procedure 2
locating out-of-band of this section
marshalling (OOB)
carrier path
Voice Port may have a See Procedures 3 and 4
marginal transmit lever of this section
or impeded path
Voice Port is a new installation See Procedure 4
and cannot marshal into the of this section
HEM due to unprovisioned or
misprovisioned state
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Procedure 4 – Troubleshooting Provisioning Problems
A provisioning problem indicates that the Voice Prot can communicate
with the headend, but has not been provisioned in Cornerstone.
1. Call the headend. Have the operator provision the Voice Port as
described in the HDT Commissioning and Testing Guide,
ARSVD00196.
If the problem persists, continue with step 2.
2. Confirm the Voice Port statuswith the headend operator.
If the Voice Port state is... Then ...
In Service - Trouble Check the setting of the
unequipped minimum marshalling distance
(for in- band marshalling).
If the marshalling distance is
correct, perform Procedure 3.
In Service - Trouble Check that the line is provisioned
unassigned at the headend and is in-service
on the switch.
In Service - Trouble Carrier Check the HDT provisioning to
Path mismatch ensure that the Voice Port is
assigned to the proper carrier
path or head-end modem.
In Service go to step 3.
3. Replace the Voice Port.
Multi-Line Voice Port (MVP) Troubleshooting
Requirements
The MVP12 has been provisioned to the system (at the headend).
You have a CATV or RF signal level test set.
You have a telephone butt-set with an IDC terminal 2-position connector
(3M part #4501E).
You have the appropriate telephone numbers for testing voice lines.
Testing the MVP12
1. Check the RF signal level at the RF test point. Ensure that it meets
your company standards.
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Note: The upstream RF signal levels may not be accurate at the RF
test point. For a more accurate measurement, check the upstream
RF signal level at the drop coax.
2. Connect the telephone butt-set to the VF terminal connector of line
1. Check for dial tone.
Note 1: If the line has been preprovisioned at the switch with
TR303 CSC, MVI POTS, or TR08 POTS services, dial tone will only be
achieved if the line has been put in service (at the switch). This can
be done by manually busying and returning it to service, or by the
switch's (hourly) audit.
Note 2: If the electronics module was just replaced, the chgVpld
command must be issued at the headend before dial tone can be
received.
Note 3: If an MVP subscriber line connects to a subscriber's security
system, the security system provider is responsible for verifying the
operation of the security system.
3. Perform additional phone tests (as required by your company).
4. If possible, check the voice lines inside the customer premises.
5. If any problems occurred, refer to the next section "Troubleshooting
the MVP12".
6. Repeat steps 2 through 4 for all other provisioned lines.
Troubleshooting the MVP12
1. Go to the MVP12, remove the tamper tags (if necessary), and
open the cover.
2. Check the power on the MVP12 protector block. If no power is present,
go to step 10.
3. Check the RF signal level on the RF test point at the MVP12. If the
signal is up to standards, continue at step 5 (see note). If the signal
is not up to standards, continue at step 4.
Note: The upstream RF signal levels may not be accurate at the RF
test point. For a more accurate measurement, check the upstream
RF signal level at the drop coax.
4. Check the cable between the tap and MVP. If the cable is damaged,
repair it. If the cable is not damaged, then the electronics module is
probably faulty, go to step 11 "Faulty electronics module".
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5. Open top section of the VF connector.
6. Connect a telephone butt-set to the VF connector and check for dial
tone.
7. Repeat steps 5 and 6 noting all provisioned lines with no dial tone.
8. Contact the headend and confirm lines without dial tone have been
provisioned at the headend.
If the lines with no dial tone ... Then ...
have been provisioned at go to step 9.
the headend
have not been provisioned at have technician provision the
the headend line(s) and go to step 5.
Note: provisioning a line takes
approximately 2 minutes.
9. For all lines without dial tone disconnect the VF wiring from the
house and recheck for dial tone.
If there is no dial tone ... Then ...
on all the lines the electronics module is
probably faulty. Skip to step 11,
"Faulty electronics module".
on one or more lines house wiring may be faulty.
No power to the MVP
10. Check the composite power drop (siamese pair cable) to see if
outside cabling to the MVP has been damaged. If it has, repair it
accordingly.
Faulty electronics module
11. Replace the MVP electronics module.
MAX 24 Troubleshooting
LED Indicator
The MAX 24 has a numeric LED indicator to aid installation and troubleshooting.
The indicator is located behind the access door of the
MAX 24, and indicates the MAX 24 operational state (Figure 1).
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Off-Hook Indicators
A horizontal line displayed on the LED indicates that there is off-hook
activity on one of the three line cards. The position of the line displayed
corresponds to the location of the line card. For example, if the
top 8-line module has on or more lines off-hook, the top most horizontal
line on the LED is illuminated.
Note: When any of the eight line cards of a line module is in use, the
Traffic Busy segment turns ON.
Status Indicator
The status indicator, on the lower right side of the LED, shows the overall
status of the MAX 24 (see Figure 1).
Figure 1 – MAX 24 LED Indicator
Line Module 3
Traffic Busy
Line Module 2
Traffic Busy
Line Module 1
Traffic Busy
Voice Port
Status
Table 1 lists the MAX 24 Voice Port operational states indicated by the
LED and recommended actions if the indication pattern persists longer
than five minutes.
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Table 1 – Voice Port LED Diagnostic Indicators
Blinking patterns are provided every three seconds for the first hour
after the Voice Port changes state. After that, the pattern repeats only
once every 15 seconds in order to save power in the steady state
When installing a new MAX 24 Voice Port, the installer must note the
state of the LED and perform the corrective actions described in this
chapter as needed.
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LED State Indication Problem if
Pattern Persists
Off No power to the Voice Port No power to the Voice
Port. See Procedure 1
Constantly on Voice Port is hunting for Downstream network
an RF carrier problem. See
Prodedure 2
Blinking four Voice Port is marshalling to Upstream network
times (CsV05 the HDT; the Voice Port is problem. See
and higher) locked to a downstream
carrier but the HEM has
not yet acquired the Voice
Port's upstream signal
Procedure 3
Blinking three Marshalling in progress Marshalling problem.
times See "Three-Blink State
on next page for more
information
Blinking two Voice Port is fully marshalled, Provisioning problem.
times but no line has been
provisioned at the headend
See Procedure 4
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Three-Blink State
When the LED is blinking three times for longer than five minutes, one or
more of the conditions below may apply.To resolve these issues, proceed
to the appropriate procedure in this chapter.
For this item … Then perform …
The Spectrum Manager may See Procedure 2 and 4
be in an LOC (loss of of this section as needed.
communications) state
Voice Port may be locking See Procedure 2
onto the wrong downstream of this section.
Voice Port may not be See Procedure 2
locating out-of-band of this section.
marshalling (OOB)
carrier path
Voice Port may have a See Procedures 3 and 4
marginal transmit lever of this section.
or impeded path
Voice Port is a new installation See Procedure 4
and cannot marshal into the of this section.
HEM due to unprovisioned or
misprovisioned state
Procedure 1 – Troubleshooting Power Problems
A Voice Port power related failure is identified by an inactive LED
indicator as described in "Status indicator" on page 51.
Most power-related problems are caused by one of the following:
Out-of-range voltage at the tap. The voltage should be between 40
VAC and 90 VAC (or between 42-60 VDC).
Faulty power cable.
Faulty Voice Port
Action
1. Remove tamper tag, if equipped, from the Voice Port.
2. Using a 7/16" flat-blade screw driver, open the MAX 24's subscriber
access door..
3. Check the power coming into the MAX 24. Using a voltmeter, measure
the voltage between the Supply and Ground terminals.The voltage
reading must be between 40 VAC and 90 VAC (or 42-60 VDC).
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Note: Voltage levels at the Voice Port must be generated under
worst case power loading.
If power is … Then …
present and in range replace the MAX 24.
not present or out of range go to step 4.
4. Check the voltage level at the power source. The voltage reading
must be between 40 VAC and 90 VAC (or between 42-60 VDC).
If power is … Then …
present and in range replace the composite drop cable
not present or out of range the network power is faulty; contact
plant maintenance personnel.
Procedure 2 – Troubleshooting Downstream Network Problems
A downstream network problem prevents the MAX 24 Voice Port
from receiving signals from the headend. The Voice Port cannot find
a downstream RF carrier.
Action
1. Remove tamper tag, if equipped, from the MAX 24 Voice Port.
2. Using a 7/16" flat-blade screw driver, open the Voice Port's door.
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CAUTION
Risk of network power disruption
If you attempt to remove the RF connector without
first removing power, the connector may
short the power terminals.
DANGER
Risk of injury
Avoid contact with the power terminals. Ther terminals
carry up to 90 volts.
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4. Check the CATV signal on the drop coax at the Voice Port and verify
signal level and quality.
If CATV signal is … Then …
up to your compny standards go to step 6.
5. Call the headend. Have an operator check the transmit levels on the
Headend Modem (HEM) associated with the service area.
If the transmit levels are … Then …
not within range adjust the transmit level; if the
problem persists, got to step 6.
within range go to step 6.
6. Have the operator check the Spectrum Manager communication state.
If the … Then …
communication state is reset the Spectrum Manager; if the
LOC problem persists, got to step 7.
within range go to step 7.
7. If using out-of-band marshalling (OOB), have the operator make
sure the highest numbered in-service headend modem (HEM)
assigned to a downstream carrier path is properly cabled for
upstream and downstream communications. If the HEM is properly
cabled, continue with step 8.
8. Replace the MAX 24 Voice Port. If this clears the problem, the original
MAX 24 is faulty. Otherwise, the tap or distribution system may be at
fault; call plant maintenace personnel.
Procedure 3 – Troubleshooting Upstream Network Problems
An upstream network problem prevents the Voice Port from sending
signals to the headend.The Voice Port attempts to marshal, but does not
receive a response.
Action
1. Call the headend. Have an operator check the receive levels on the
headend modem associated with the service area.
If the Voice Port state is … Then …
not within range adjust the receive level; if the
problem persists, go to step 2.
within range go to step 2.
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2. Have the operator check the Spectrum Manager port noise
threshold levels.
If the threshold levels are … Then …
not within range adjust the threshold level; if the
problem persists, go to step 3.
within range go to step 3.
3. Remove tamper tag, if equipped, from the Voice Port.
4. Using a 7/16" flat-blade screw driver, open the Voice Port's subscriber
access door.
CAUTION
Risk of network power disruption
If you attempt to remove the RF connector without
first removing power, the connector may
short the power terminals.
DANGER
Risk of injury
Avoid contact with the power terminals. The
terminals cary up to 90 volts.
5. Remove power from the MAX 24, then remove the drop coax connector.
6. Connect a signal generator to the drop cable and verify that the
signal can be received at the headend.
If the signal is … Then …
of the proper level and quality go to step 7.
not of the proper level there may be a problem with
and quality one or more amplifiers in the
upstream direction; call plant
maintenance personnel.
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Procedure 4 – Troubleshooting Provisioning Problems
A provisioning problem indicates that the MAX 24 Voice Port can
communicate with the headend, but has not been provisioned in
Cornerstone.
1. Verify the talk battery. Talk battery voltages across the tip and ring
are -21 to -30 VDC.
If the talk battery is... Then ...
present go to step 2.
not present go to step 6.
2. Call the headend to confirm that the MAX 24 Voice Port has been
properly provisioned. If it has not, have the operator provision the
MAX 24 Voice Port as described in the HDT Commissioning and
Testing Guide, ARSVD0057.
If the problem persists, continue with step 3.
3. Confirm the MAX 24 Voice Port status with the headend operator.
If the Voice Port state is... Then ...
IS-Trbl unequipped Check the setting of the
minimum marshalling distance
(for in-band marshalling).
IS-Trbl unassigned Check that the MAX 24 is
assigned to a modem.
IS-Trbl CP mismatch Check the HDT provisioning to
ensure that the MAX 24 is
assigned to the proper carrier
path or head-end modem.
IS (no service) Check that the correct service is
assigned to the MAX 24 line and
that the CRV is in-service on the
switch.
IS Go to step 6.
4. Contact provisioning to confirm that the MAX 24 has been entered
at the switch.
5. Have the headend post the line card at the HDT and check that it is
"In-Service".
6. Replace the MAX 24 Voice Port.
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In This Section
Item Page
Coaxial Drop Cables 61
Passives 62
Connectors 62
Hardware 63
Installation Guidelines 63
Outlet Locations 74
Minimum Product Specifications and Benefits 76
Preparing RG6, RG59 and RG11 Drop Cables with Digicon ® 80

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IDDS Factor:
The equipment and installation practices in this section serve the
Arris Integrated Digital Drop System, which results in trouble-free
advanced services, a reduction in trouble calls and overall customer
satisfaction. Quality components make a difference...especially when
tested as a system.
Coaxial Drop Cables
In all cases, the minimum standard recommended is the SCTE Flexible
R.F. Coaxial Drop Cable Specifications. SCTE Doc. # IPS-SP-001
Recommended installation practices are provided within this document.
All aerial, underground, and interior drop cables will have a copper
covered steel center conductor, a bonded foil shield, a minimum of
60% aluminum braid coverage, a minimum of 23dB SRL (Structural
Return Loss), and are sweep tested from 5 MHz to 1 GHz.
In areas with strong off air signals or interference, a drop cable with
90% or better braid, tri-shield (foil/braid/foil) or quad shield
(foil/braid/ foil/braid) may be required.
Cable Types
Aerial - defined as messengered drop cable installed from the
aerial tap to the grounding device on the customer premises.
Messengered cables help prevent elongation and provide
superior support and durability.
Underground - defined as an underground cable installed
from the service entrance of a pedestal or vault to the bonding
device at the house.
All underground cables contain a flooding compound beneath
the jacket for sealing minor cuts or damages in the cable’s
outer jacket, as well as to prevent moisture migration into the
internal layers of cable. The jacket is polyethylene, which protects
the cable from soil, sunlight and abrasion.
Interior - defined as the interior drop cable installed from the
bonding device (service location) to the customer premises
equipment.
These cables have a PVC (polyvinylchloride) black or colored
jacket. All interior cables have a minimum of a CATV-V classification
and comply with the NEC requirements for Fire Safety of
broadband communications Cables.
Note: Interior drop cables must not have flooding compound.
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Passives
The use of high quality products throughout the drop system is
essential. EMI shielding goes hand-in-hand with all drop products,
especially the passives. It is recommended that all passives have
circuit boards, tongue and groove housings and back plates. These
features provide consistent, repeatable electrical performance and
superior EMI shielding.
All female “F”interface ports conform to or exceed the SCTE Interface
Practice Standards for female “F”interface connections (SCTE Doc. IPS-
SP-001).This ensures a quality male-to-female “F”interface.
All “F” ports have a 360 degree base and are 1/2” long, with the
lower portion free of threads for proper sealing of sealing sleeves.
“F” ports are also spaced 1” minimum center-to-center, to allow for
trap installation.
All passive housings have raised port values for identification purposes,
slotted mounting tabs that are flush with the back plate, and
are chromate treated.
Regal Splitter IDDS Factor:
Built-in blocking capacitors minimize transient voltage.
High port-to-port insolation in the return path remedies mixing of
digital signals with downstream RF signals.
Connectors
All connectors conform to or exceed the SCTE Interface Practice
Standards for male “F” interface connections. Adherence to these
standards ensures a quality connector-to-cable and connector-tofemale
interface.
All connectors require a no-crimp connection interface to the
cable. All cables are prepared for connector installation with the
use of a coaxial cable preparation tool that allows for repetitive
proper connector installations (see Appendix B). We recommend
that connectors be tightened with a torque wrench to ensure
tightness and good EMI shielding.
All outdoor connectors use a UV resistant, circumferential sealing
sleeve. This protects the connector, the female “F” interface and the
drop cable from corrosion and water migration.
Digicon IDDS Factor:
360Þ conical compression provides superior pullout strength and
RF specifications.
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Hardware
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All plated drop hardware should meet galvanizing specifications equal to:
Hot dip galvanizing - ASTM A-153
Mechanical galvanizing - ASTM B-695
These galvanizing methods are widely accepted throughout
the telecommunications industry as providing superior corrosion
protection and adding longevity to the drop system.
All clamping devices are designed to eliminate any potential damage
to the drop cable. Pressure on the outer sheath may weaken or fracture
the cable or create an impedance "bump", causing a negative effect on
transmission quality.
Errant hammer blows may also cause outer sheath and electrical
damage. For this reason, staples or clamping devices with staples
or nails should not be used. Molded or formed clamping devices
secured by screws help to eliminate this problem and provide
superior cable attachment.
All aerial cables use coaxial cable drop wire clamps to assure consistent,
reliable strain relief for the drop. Grips and messenger wraps can cause
outer sheath damage to aerial cables.These traditional forms of strain
relief should be avoided.
Feed-through bushings should be used at all accessible entry
points. The use of RTV silicone is recommended to seal the bushing,
keeping cold air and moisture out. The bushing also protects the
cable by reducing abrasion.
MONARCH Hardware IDDS Factor: BellCore specified.
Installation Guidelines
IDDS Factor: Proper techniques are critical at higher bandwidths to
reduce truck rolls.
To ensure shielding integrity and picture quality, it is imperative that
the coaxial drop cable remain round. Special care should be taken
to prevent the cable from being kinked, crushed, or flattened. It is
important to keep the minimum bending radius 10 times the O.D.
(outside diameter) of the drop cable.
Common sense should be used when routing the drop cable
from the tap to the house, and from the bonding device to the
outlet. The shortest and most direct route should be followed
whenever possible.
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Span Clamp Detail - Illustration 1a
Span Clamp
Note Position of
Hook to the Strand
Cable Tie
We recommend the use of a cable caddy to allow the cable to
roll off the reel evenly, preventing the cable from forming
loops or fish-eyes.
Note: Be aware that damage to the cable jacket and shielding
due to burns, cuts, scrapes, stretching or kinking, caused by
pulling the cable over or against itself, over rough or sharp
edges, and bending the cable too sharply, will cause signal
leakage thus deteriorating the overall electrical performance
of the cable. This type of damage can only be
repaired by replacement of the drop cable.
“P” Hook Detail - Illustration 1b
Drop Cable to
Bonding Device
Cable Clip
Messenger Drop Clamp
From Tap Radius Loop To House
“P” Hook –
Note Orientation of “P” Hook
Messenger Drop Clamp
Radius Loop
(Minimum 10 Times O.D.
of Cable)
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Pole Attachment
All messenger cables will be attached to clamps and hooks
using messenger drop clamps (see Illustrations 1a and 1b).
Cable ties or S clips should be used every 6”- 12” to secure drop
Aerial Installation - Illustration 2
Span Clamp Cable Ties
Messenger Radius Loop
Drop Clamp (Minimum 10 Radius Loop
Times O.D. Cable) Identification Tags
cable to strand and to prevent the messenger from separating
at the attachment point (see Illustration 2).
A minimum of 10 x the O.D. of the drop cable x 2 = the diameter
loop of cable that is used at the point of attachment and at the
interface point to the tap.These loops protect the drop from
potential damage from expansion and contraction of the cable
(Illustration 2).
As insurance in the event of a connector failure, an additional 18” - 24”
of drop cable should be coiled into a loop and secured to the strand
with a cable tie (see Illustration 2).This eliminates the drop cable
replacement due to connector replacement.
“P” or “J” hook installations for dead ends or drop installation
poles should contain the following drip loop lengths - single
hook: 12”, two hooks: 12” - 18” depending upon the pole size
(see Illustration 3).
Identification tags should be used as needed (Illustration 2).
We recommend that a house number tag be used for identification
and auditing purposes.
At all times, the connectors at the cable ends must be protected
from moisture, whether the drop is active or disconnected.
Sealing sleeves shall be used to protect the “F” port,“F” connector,
and the cable from water migration. When the drop is dis-
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Illustration 3
Radius
Loop
(Minimum
10 Times
O.D. Cable)
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“J” or “P” Hook False Dead end or
Installation Drop Installation
Messenger
Drop Clamps
Note: Cable can be
rolled into a coil and
secured with a cable tie.
“J” or “P” Hook
12” or 18”
Depending on Pole Size
connected, it should be protected either by attaching it to a
terminator that has a sealing sleeve at both ends, or by threading
the connector on to another device that has a sealing sleeve, and
then tightening properly.
Pedestal or Vault Attachment (see Illustration 4)
Cable ties should be used to secure the cable near the tap to
keep cables and connectors out of dirt and water and to prevent
stress on the connector.
Underground Installation - Illustration 4
Radius Loop
(Minimum 10
Times O.D.
of Cable)
Cable Ties
A minimum of a 10 x O.D. bend radius will be used at the interface
point to the tap to allow for cable expansion and contraction
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House Aerial Attachment - Illustration 5
Identification tags should be used as needed. Again, we recommend
that a house number tag be used for subscriber
identification and auditing purposes.
The connectors should be sealed as previously mentioned to protect
the cable from water migration.
House Attachment - aerial (see Illustration 5)
All messenger cables will be attached to clamps and hooks
using messenger drop clamps.
Cable ties or S clips should be used to prevent the messenger
from separating at the attachment point.
A properly installed loop or radius bend of cable will be used at the
Drop Clearances - Illustration 6
Minimum Clearances
12” Power
4”Telephone
P-Hook
Drip Loop
Messenger
Drop Clamp
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Drop Sag - Illustration 7
50’
6”
200’
100’
12”
150’
18”
24”
point of attachment to allow for cable expansion and contraction.
Under no circumstances should cable be attached to a TV
antenna, chimney, lightning rod, or rain gutter. Connection to a
power riser is permissible only with the approval of local public
utility company (PUC), using proper mounting equipment and
maintaining proper clearances. The coaxial cable drop should
contact the house within 2 to 4 feet of the power contact point.
For proper drop clearances, see Illustration 6. The approximate
sag for the span length of customer drops should be 6 inches
per 50' (see Illustration 7 for drop sag).
Note: Drop sag depends on type and weight of cable. Consult
cable manufacturer for correct sag.
Refer to NEC 830 requirements.
House Attachment - underground (see Illustration 8)
We recommend that CIC (cable-in-conduit) or conduit be used
for the underground drop installation to give protection to the
Underground Installation - Illustration 8
Enclosure Box
Cable in Conduit
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cable from abrasion and the environment. Drops should be
buried in accordance with requirements of Article 830 of the
National Electrical Code (NEC) or be protected by an approved
protective device. The NEC Article 830 requires primary protection
against surge, i.e. lightning, and fault protection against
any open or short circuit that may occur on coaxial cable
between the tap and the network interface device (NID). The
necessity of such protection is to assure public safety when
coaxial cable is not buried a minimum depth of 18" as stated
in NEC Article 830.
If there is an enclosure the conduit should extend to the enclosure.
The coaxial cable drop should contact the house within 2 to 4
feet of the power contact point.
Refer to NEC 830 requirements.
House Attachment - Illustration 9
Enclosure
Box
Cable Clip (Vertical)
Minimum 3’ Apart
Cable Clip (Horizontal)
12” to 18” Apart
House Attachment - to bonding device
Cable will be attached to the house from the point of attachment
to the bonding device using clips that are secured by screws.The
only exception is on a vinyl or aluminum siding where UV molded
polymer horizontal and vertical clips should be used. Cable clips
should be placed approximately every 3’ when routing the cable
vertically, with a minimum of 3 clips and 12”-18”apart when routing
the cable horizontally (see Illustration 9).
When routing cable across surfaces such as, brick, cement
block, and tile, etc., we recommend that all cable clips be
secured into an anchor or using appropriate screws for brick or
masonry, that has been pre-installed by first drilling the proper
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diameter hole and then inserting the anchor.
When routing cable at corners, care should be taken to ensure
that radius loops are installed to prevent the cable sheath
from kinking (see Illustration 10).
Refer to NEC 830 requirements.
Radius Detail - Illustration 10
3.75 " 3.75 "
R = 3.75 "
Demarcation Point
All bonding and grounding equipment should be UL® approved
or listed.The grounding device that bonds the drop to the power
ground should be placed at a working height of 4-5’ in an accessible
location near the power meter and outside the home per
NEC code (see Illustration 9).
For protection and aesthetics, we recommend a demarcation
Network Interface Device (NID) to encase the grounding device
(see Illustration 11). This protects the grounding device, splitter,
and “F“ connections. It also ensures proper radius loops, ground
Network Interface Device - Illustration 11
3.75 " 3.75 "
Inside Corner
Change Direction
Radius = 10 Times O.D. (Outside Diameter) of Cable
NOTE: Illustration Example Shows RG6 Cable
UL Low Profile
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wire bonding point, and lock for prevention of signal theft.
Upgrades or downgrades or additional outlets can cause
unpainted or different colored surfaces to be exposed and
new mounting holes to be added to the customer’s house for
grounding blocks or splitters. The use of a NID will eliminate all
of those potential problems.
Inside the NID, we recommend the use of a low profile ground
block as the grounding device. This is the minimum that the
NID would contain. In addition, a 2, 3, or 4-way splitter can be
installed in the NID, as well as traps and house amplifiers,
depending upon customer needs. This requires a jumper
between the ground block and the splitter (see Illustration 11).
Many drop splitters function as ground blocks.
Approved NIDs are also upgradable to allow the installation of
telephony terminations within the same enclosure as the cable
TV terminations.
When not using a NID, grounding devices and splitters should
be mounted so that all “F” interface connections are made horizontally.
All cables connecting to these devices should have
minimum radius bends and/or loops that are made below the
horizontal entry point (use the formulas found in sections 5.2.3.
5.3.2.) (see Illustration 12).
Installation of Splitter - Illustration 12
Splitter
Cable Clips
Radius Loop
(Minimum 10
Times O.D. Cable)
Drop Grounding and Bonding
The purpose of bonding the cable drop is to limit damaging
voltages that may be present on the cable from external
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sources such as power lines, downed poles or lightning strikes.
To comply with the NEC Sections 820-33, 820-40, and 250-71(b),
the coaxial cable drop must be bonded to the power ground.
However, we recommend that you consult your local PUC
(Public Utility Commission) for the local and state codes and
regulations that are being enforced for grounding and bonding.
Common Ground
All utilities entering a subscriber's house must be bonded
together as a “common ground” . This reduces the overall resistance
to ground and equalizes the potentials which might
appear between cable sheaths or the outermost layer of the
cable. Residential bonding and grounding systems are commonly
referred to as the building electrode system.
The grounding point for the drop should be located as close as
possible to both the point where the subscriber drop contacts
the house and to the power ground. Sometimes the best routing
of the drop cable is parallel to the power drop.
The ground block, or approved splitter with ground wire provision
is the only secure and approved way of bonding the broadband
communications system to earth ground and the house
common electrode system.The ground block also serves as an
excellent point for troubleshooting problems in the drop system.
All ground wire should be as short and straight as possible.
Long lengths of ground wire or ground wire with
sharp bends are not effective in providing a low resistance
path to high voltages associated with power lines
or lightning strikes. Bends or long ground wire lengths
should be avoided, even if this means relocating the
attachment point or the ground block.
Bond vs. Ground
A “ground” is a conductor connection to earth. A ground can
happen intentionally or by accident. When a service is “effectively
grounded” it means that the service is intentionally connected
to earth through one or more ground connections of
low impedance, having the ability to carry enough current to
prevent the buildup of voltage.
The wire that should be used to ground the installation will be
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wire should be as short and straight as possible and be guarded
from any physical damage that could cut the conductor or
limit its current carrying capacity.
A “bond” is the connection of different ground conductors coupled
together using a bonding conductor of #6 wire or larger.
Two or more grounds that are bonded together are treated as a
single electrode system, limiting the potential difference
between them and their associated wiring system.
Grounding Methods
There are three methods of grounding that will apply in
most situations:
1. Bonding to the power service grounding conductor
2. Bonding to the power service metal conduit
3. Bonding to the cold water system
The NEC guidelines say that you can bond to a cold water pipe but
this should be used as a last resort only.There are some precautions
that you should take when trying to use the cold water system.
1. Make sure all of the pipe is metal into the ground. If you find
any evidence that plastic pipe is being used inside the house
you cannot ground to the cold water system.
2. There has to be a bonding wire around the water meter
since the meter might contain non-conductive parts. The
water meter is not considered continuous and must be
bypassed with a #6 bonding jumper.
3.The cold water pipe should be grounded to power neutral.
Typically this is done in the basement or crawlspace of a house.
Hot water systems are not usable due to the couplers at the
joints. Ground rods are not an acceptable alternative to proper
grounding. If separate ground rods are used, a bonding
jumper of #6 or larger must be used to connect all the
grounds of the system. Metal underground gas piping shall
NEVER be used as a point of grounding.
Mobile Homes
Mobile homes have special applications.The proper way to
ground a drop for a mobile home is at the service equipment
location (tap). It must be within sight of the mobile home and not
more that 30 feet from the exterior wall of the home it serves.
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The metal frame of the mobile home can be used as a ground
if the frame is effectively grounded. If the mobile home is powered
with a cord and plug or if there is no service disconnect,
you should bond to the frame. Ground wire used for mobile
homes should not be smaller than #12 and bonding to the
metal siding is NOT acceptable.
Outlet Locations
All drop cables installed from the grounding device or splitter to the
outlet shall be classified as indoor cable and shall comply with the
interior cable specifications previously noted under Cable Types.
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House Entry - Illustration 13
Feed Thru Bushing Cable Clip
Radius Bend
All cable TV outlets must be “home-run” to a common junction location.Typically,
this is at or near the grounding device or near the service
entrance or utility area. In any case, it should be accessible.
The drop cable should be fastened to the house from the grounding
device or splitter location to the entry point using the same
installation procedures previously noted under House Attachment.
At all entry points, weatherproof feed-through bushings will be
installed and sealed with RTV silicone (if possible). All drop cables,
before entering the feed-through bushing, will be routed into a minimum
of a 5” drip loop. Use caution when bending the cable through
the bushing, so that the cable is not bent at a tight 90 degree turn.
The cable outlets will be installed at the same height on the wall as
the adjacent electrical outlets. Position the hole behind the television
set or other furnishing that will help hide it, close to but not less than
6”from the electrical outlet.When drilling the hole, slant the drill so the
hole is slightly lower on the outside than the inside.This helps prevent
water from entering the walls. Be careful not to drill into hidden house
electrical wiring. Use of telephone or electrical entrance holes is strictly
prohibited for coaxial cable (see Illustration 14).

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Wall Plate Installation - Illustration 14
Note –
Drill Angle
Note: Always drill the hole from the inside of the house to the outside.
The only exception might be to minimize damage to specific
types of siding, such as slate, tile or possibly brick, caused
by pressure exerted by the drill while drilling.
Secure the wall plate to the wall with 2 screws. If the wall plate is
being secured to sheetrock, wall mollies should be pre-installed,
and the wall plate fastened to them (see Illustration 15).
An F-81 should be installed in the wall plate to allow a cable interface.
Wall Plate Installation - Illustration 15
Feed thru Bushing
From Outside Wall
Wall Molly
Awl
F-81
Wall Plate Angle
To Customer
Premises Equipment
Molly Screw
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Minimum Product Specifications and Benefits
I. Cable
1. Copper covered steel center conductor
Tensile strength
2. Gas injected foam polyethylene core
Lower attenuation
Higher velocity of propagation
Prevents water migration
3. Bonded foil
Reduces EMI/RFI
Facilitates connector installation
4. Minimum 60% aluminum braid
Enhances mechanical properties
Greater shield effectiveness
5. Messengered aerial cable
Enhances reliability
Durability to withstand ice and wind loadings
Prevents elongation
6. Flooded underground cable
Superior resistance to moisture ingress and corrosion
7. Polyethylene jacketed underground cable
Abrasion resistance
Durability
Environmental resistance (soil pH, UV radiation, etc.)
Compatibility with flooding compounds
Low temperature flexibility
8. CATV-V rated indoor cable (for residential non-commercial use)
Superior flame retardancy to CATV-X or unrated cables
Universally accepted by fire marshals
Reduces inventory for single and multi-dwelling applications
9. Sweep tested 5 MHz to 1 GHz
Assures performance across a greater bandwidth
Helps meet the needs of today’s more demanding architectures
Assures preparedness for future technologies
10. Minimum 23dB SRL
Reduces signal reflection
Improves picture quality
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11. Drop cable dimensions conform to or exceed the SCTE
specifications
Ensures a quality cable-to-fitting interface
Reduces signal leakage
Broad industry acceptance
Minimum performance standards
II. Passives - Splitters
1. Printed circuit boards
Consistent and repeatable electrical performance
Electrical performance will not change if the unit is dropped
2. Tongue and groove housing and backplate
Provides maximum metal-to-metal contact resulting in
Superior EMI shielding
3. 120dB EMI shielding (1GHz)
Eliminates CLI problems at the splitter
4. Chromate treated zinc housing
Excellent corrosion resistance in most environments
5.“F” ports spaced one inch center to center
Allows traps to be installed directly
6. 1/2" long “F” ports
Allows the lower portion of the port to be free of threads
(for proper operation of sealing sleeves/boots)
7. 360 degree “F” port base
This provides a full sealing surface for rubber sealing boots
8. Raised cast port values
Provides for splitter identification if label is removed
9. Slotted mounting tabs flush with the bottom surface
Allows flexibility with mounting
Eliminates broken mounting tabs when mounting screws
are tightened
10. Heavy duty ground block with rounded slot
The lower section of the ground block will not break if the
ground screw is over-tightened
The rounded slot allows more surface contact with the
ground wire and prevents scoring of the ground wire
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III. Connectors
1. Circumferential seal at outdoor cable interface
a. Sealing sleeve seal
b. UV resistant
Protects male “F” connector from water migration
Protects cable from water migration through the “F” connector
Protects female “F” interface from corrosion
2. Will conform to or exceed SCTE standard (SCTE Doc. IPS-SP-001)
for male “F” interface connections
Ensures a quality connector-to-cable interface
Ensures a quality male-to-female “F“ interface
Broad industry acceptance
Reduces signal leakage
Minimum performance standards
3. Connector provides a 360° compression interface to cable
Enhances RF shielding
Eliminates potential water migration paths
4. Shield effectiveness is 80 dB or better at 1 GHz
5. Axial pull out strength is better than 40 lbs. at 20 degrees C
Durability and reliability across broad temperature range
Enhances mechanical properties
6. Outdoor connectors are to withstand a four foot waterhead
for 24 hours
Superior resistance to water migration
7. One size fits all RG-59 cable and one size fits all RG-6 cable
Reduces inventory of connectors
Eliminates incorrect connector for different brands and braids
of cable
IV. Hardware Standards and Benefits
1. All plated hardware must meet galvanizing specifications
a. Hot dip galvanizing - ASTM A-153
b. Mechanical galvanizing - ASTM B-695
Improves corrosion resistance
Increases longevity of drop
Widely accepted throughout the telecommunications industry
2. All aerial cables use CATV drop wire clamps
Assures consistent, reliable, strain relief for drop
Protects the integrity of the cable signal
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Exhibits a minimum pull strength of 400 lbs.
3. Use formed or UV molded cable clips
Protects integrity of cable characteristics
Less apt to apply excessive pressure on cable sheath
4. No staples or clips that require a hammer for installation
Staples can cause outer sheath damage
Hammer strikes to cable cause outer sheath damage
Use fastening devices to create a permanent installation
5. Use feed through bushings at entry points
Protects cable by reducing abrasion at susceptible locations
6. All grounding devices be UL® Listed/approved
Products that are listed by Underwriters Laboratories meet or
exceed all of the electrical specifications relating to system
grounding.
Improves the likelihood of acceptance by local electrical
inspectors.
TeleWire carries all of the products you need for coaxial cable
wiring. See the Appendix for a listing of major items.
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Preparing RG6, RG59 and RG11 Drop Cables with Digicon ®
Cable Stripping Tools
Part # 202478, PSR59/6 cable stripping tool is intended for use on all
RG59 and RG6 cables. One extra replacement blade part # 202479,
PSC59/6 is included with each tool. The number of cable preps per
blade will vary with cable braid type used.
Part # 253003, PSR11 cable stripping tool is for all RG11 cables. One
extra replacement blade part # 211784, PSC11 is included with each
tool. The number of cable preps per blade will vary with cable braid
type used.
1) Cut the cable squarely across the end with a quality cable cutter
such as the 023561 UPB76. If necessary squeeze the cut end of
the cable with your fingers to return the end of the cable to a
round shape. If dual or messengered cable is used, completely
remove approximately 1-1/2” of the rib prior to preparation.
2) Open the stripper’s jaws and place the freshly cut cable end
against the stop. Release the handle and close the jaw on the
cable. Turn the stripper clockwise 3-5 times for RG59 and RG6
cables, 5-7 times for RG11 cables.
3) While the jaws are still closed, pull the cable out of the stripper.
Open the jaws to remove the scrap cable ends. Trim and remove
any long braid stems. Long braid stems are an indication that
blade replacement is due. Fold all braid back over the cable jacket.
Avoid tearing the foil around the center dielectric. If you are
preparing quad shielded cable, fold back both layers of braid as
well as the intermediate layer of foil, being careful to avoid letting
the braid touch the center conductor.
4) Cable has now been properly prepared with a 1/4” braid and 1/4”
center conductor stinger and is ready for connectorization with
any of the many connectors that requires a 1/4 - 1/4 prep.
5) To replace blades in the RG6/59 stripper, simply use an awl or
other small tipped tool to push the retaining pin out. The RG11
tool has a threaded pin than can be easily removed by twisting
counter clockwise.

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Installation Diagrams
with Budgetary
Equipment Lists

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Signal Path 83
Aerial Drop Installation 84
Aerial Drop Installation – Budgetary BOM Worksheet 85
Underground Drop Installation 86
Underground Drop Installation – Budgetary BOM Worksheet 87
Outside Premises Installation 88
Outside Premises Installation – Budgetary BOM Worksheet 90
Simplified Indoor Wiring Diagram for Voice, Video and Data 91
Single Line, High Speed Access Installation 92

Installation Diagrams with Budgetary Equipment Lists
Within this chapter are diagrams of HFC installations showing both
signal carrying and supporting equipment at aerial, underground
and premises locations. Following each diagram is an appropriate
equipment bill of material (BOM) for planning.
Signal Path
Aerial
Installation
Either
Cable TV
NID
Underground
Installation
Voice
Port
NIU
Cross
Connect
NID
ILEC
NIU
Phone
Computer
Signal path from tap to indoor device. The next few pages segment
this signal flow along with equipment lists for each section.
TV
Fax
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Aerial Drop Installation
1. Regal Taps
Power extracting
– RF only
– Coax powered
– Twisted pair powered
– Faceplates - coax or
twisted pair powered
Standard, wide and
extended widths
2. F-port
Digicon F-connector
Digicon sealing sleeve
Digicon cable preparation
tool
Digicon compression tool
Regal locking terminator
Regal terminator tool
F-torque wrench
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1
2
3
4
Voice Port NIU
3. Pole Drop Hardware
Tap bracket
Q span clamp
Messengered drop
wire clamps
S clip
Tags - ID/security
4. Drop Cable (RF)
RG6 messengered cable
RG6 messengered cable
with twisted pair

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Aerial Drop Installation – Budgetary BOM Worksheet
Diagram Description (TeleWire #) Units/ Unit
Section house Cost
#1 Regal System selection based on value, Based
Tap powering and port count on port
count
#2 F-port Digicon "F" connector (system selection) 1
Digicon sealing sleeve (202476) 1
#3 Pole Tap bracket (209065) 1
Drop Q span clamp (209033) 1
Hardware Messengered drop wire clamp (141764) 1
S clip (209034) 1
Security tag (system selection) 1
#4 Drop System selection of RG6 60% braid,
Cable (RF) messengered with or without twisted pair 100 ft
Equipment Listings
1. pp. 161-175 3. pp. 136, 143
2. pp. 132-133 4. p. 131
Note: Equipment details for ordering purposes listed on pages as listed.
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Underground Drop Installation
1. Pedestal
Upright
Plastic 7" - 16"
Metal 4" - 24"
Shrub camouflage covers
Stone appearance style
Low Profile
Plastic 10" x 16" - 24" x 36"
Metal 12" x 28" and
18" x 32"
Shrub camouflage style
Stone appearance style
2. Locks, Keys and Tags
Padlocks
Self-locks
Keys
Tags - ID/security
3. Regal Taps
Power extracting
– RF only
– Coax powered
– Twisted pair powered
– Faceplates - coax or
twisted pair powered
Standard, wide and
extended widths
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5
2
4
3
Voice Port NIU
4. F-port
Digicon F-connectors
Digicon sealing sleeves
Digicon cable preparation
tool
Digicon compression tool
Regal terminator
Regal terminator tool
F-torque wrench
5. Drop Cable (RF)
RG6 flooded
RG6 flooded with
twisted pair
Conduit
Duct

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Underground Drop Installation – Budgetary BOM Worksheet
Diagram Description (TeleWire #) Units/ Unit
Section house Cost
#1 Pedestal System selection based on size
and material
1
#2 Lock System selection (built in or add on) 1
Tag System selection
#3 Regal System selection based on value, based
Tap powering and port value on port
count
#4 F-port Digicon "F" connector (system
selection)
1
Digicon sealing sleeve (202476) 1
#5 Drop System selection of RG6 60% braid,
Cable (RF) flooded with or without twisted pair 100 ft
System selection of duct or conduit 100 ft
Equipment Listings
1. pp. 141-142 3. pp. 161-175 5. pp. 129-131
2. p. 136 4. pp. 132-133
Note: Equipment details for ordering purposes listed on pages as listed.
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Outside Premises Installation
1. Premises Drop Hardware
Cable protection conduit
Conduit clamps
Elbows
Weather head cap
Cable clamps
Dead end strap
P-hook
Messengered drop
wire clamp
Clips, clamps and screws
Cable ties
2. Grounding
Wire
Rods
Clamps
Straps
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1
5
2
Cable TV
NID
3
9
7
Voice Port
NIU
4
6
8
Cross Connect NID
(inside or outside)
ILEC
NIU
3. CATV Drop
Plastic NID box (if used)
Regal ® splitters
Regal ground blocks
Regal locking terminator
Regal terminator tool
Digicon F-connectors
F-torque wrench
Digicon sealing sleeves
Digicon prep tool
Digicon compression tool
3/8" x 7/16" can wrench
Tags - ID/security
RF signal level meters
Volt-ohm meters
4. Cross-Connect (if needed)
NIDs - plastic wall boxes
66-Block (indoor)
Gel type IDC (outdoor)
Tags - ID/security
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5. Voice Port—Mounting and Installation
Digicon F-connectors
Digicon sealing sleeves
Digicon compression tool
Digicon prep tool
F-torque wrench
Twisted pair stripper
Tags - ID/security
Short level
#1 Phillips screwdriver
Can wrench 7/16" x 3/8"
3/16" slot screwdriver
1/4" nut driver
5/32" pin and hex security tool
Telephone butt set tester
Surge protector (MVP-12)
Toners, probes, banjos
Volt-ohm meter
6. Incumbent Local Exchange Carrier (ILEC)
5/32" pin and hex security tool
7. Power Cable
Six conductor cable to local power supply unit (LPSU) if used
Color coded for power return and telemetry
3/32" screwdriver to secure power cable into LPSU
8. Telephone Twisted Pair Wire
9. Feed Through
Plastic bushings
3/8", 1/2" x 18" drill bits
Equipment Listings
1. pp. 129-130, 154-160 3. pp. 132-133, 136-140, 177-178, 184
2. pp. 134-135 4. pp. 136-139, 145-146, 183
5. pp. 132-133, 136, 176-184 8. p. 185
6. p. 183 9. pp. 154, 180
7. pp. 144, 183
Note: Equipment details for ordering purposes listed on pages as listed.
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Diagram Description (TeleWire #) Units/ Unit
Section house Cost
#1 Premises Messengered drop wire clamp (141764) 1
Drop P hook (209074) 1
Hardware Cable protection conduit* 20 ft
Conduit clamps 5
Elbows 3
#2 Grounding 5/8" x 8' copper bonded ground rod (002949) 1
5/8" ground rod clamp (209582) 1
12TW insulated copper wire (241756) 5 ft
#3 CATV NID box for CATV splitter (157683,if used) 1
Drop Tag (for NID) - system selection 1
System selection 1 GHz digital splitter 1
Ground block (209377) 1
Digicon "F" connectors (system selection) Varies w/
splitter
Digicon sealing sleeves (202476)
Grease (202102)
Varies w/
splitter
#4 Cross- NID-plastic wall box (system selection) 1
connect Tag, security (system selection)
66-Block (system selection based on
1
pair count) 1
#5 Voice Voice Port (NIU) - system selection 1
Port Digicon "F" connectors (system selection) 2
mounting & Digicon sealing sleeves (202476) 2
installation Tag, security (system selection) 1
#7 Power 6 conductor - local power supply
Cable (if used) to Voice Port (701094)
#8 Telephone
Twisted Pair
Wire
4 pair Category 5 (213832)
#9 Plastic
Bushings
Black, .307" feed through (035501) 3
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Simplified Indoor Wiring Diagram for Voice, Video and Data
Voice Port
NIU
Category
5 UTP
Cross connected UTP must be
terminated with hardware and
methods compliant with EIA/TIA
standards. Gel-type IDCs are
recommended outdoors.
RG6
Outside Wall
Coax
NID
RG6
RG6
RG6
RG6
Cross
Connect
NID
Note: IDC – Insulation Displacement
Connector
UTP – Unshielded Twisted Pair
NID – Network Interface Device
NIC – Network Interface Card
Outside Wall
Category
5 UTP
(Inside)
(Inside)
RJ45 or RJ11
Jacks
Cable
Modem
4 Cond. Silver
Satin Cord
4 Cond. Silver
Satin Cord
4 Cond. Silver
Satin Cord
Inside
Category 5 UTP wire - p. 185
Gel-type IDC - p. 145
Cross connect NID - p. 137-139
RJ45, RJ11 connectors - p. 146
RJ crimp tool - p. 181
RJ45, RJ11 wall jacks - pp. 149-151
Patch cords - pp. 146-149
RG6
RG6
RG6
RG6
F-81 Jacks
Category 5
Patch Cord
Inside
RG6 cable - p. 131
Digicon F-connectors - pp. 132-133
F-81 wall jacks - pp. 149-153
Category 5 patch cord - pp. 146-149
Note: Equipment details for ordering purposes listed on pages as listed.
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Computer with NIC
RG6
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Cable
Modem
Computer with USB Port
RG6
Cable
Modem
Category 5 Patch Cord
RJ45
Connectors
RG6 cable - p. 131
Digicon F-connectors - pp. 132-133
Category 5 patch cord - pp. 146-149
Category 5
Patch Cord
RJ45
Connectors
USB
USB to
Ethernet
Adapter
RG6 cable - p. 131
Digicon F-connectors - pp. 132-133
Category 5 patch cord - pp. 146-149
USB to Ethernet adapter with patch cord - p. 145
Note: Equipment details for ordering purposes listed on pages as listed.
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Chapter 8
Standards and Codes

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Standards Affecting Telecommunications 95

Standards and Codes
Standards help to ensure system performance by providing installation
guidelines and requirements. Codes generally address safety requirements.
Standards Affecting Telecommunications
ANSI/EIA/TIA standards influence installation, required cable, designs
and hardware for telecommunication systems in buildings.
• 568-A Commercial Building Cabling
569-A Commercial Building Pathways and Spaces
570-A Residential Telecommunications Cabling Standard
606 Administration Standard/ Infrastructure of Commercial Buildings
607 Grounding and Bonding/ Commercial Buildings
TSB-67 Bulletin for Field Testing UTP
TSB-75 Bulletin on Horizontal Cabling in Open Offices
National Electrical Code (NEC)
Chapter 8 – General requirements for grounding, bonding and
protecting low voltage communication equipment.
Section 800-13 – conductor spacing guidelines
Section 800-30 – Protector safety codes
Section 800-40 (h,d) – Explains the limiting of hazardous potential
between different systems during lightning or power faults, to
avoid arcing and electrode size
Article 250 – low voltage grounding concerns covering water
pipes, ground rods and needs for additional grounding
ANSI/ NFPA-70 – published by NFPA provides electrical safety
standards regarding fires and electrical hazards
Lightning Protection Institute – publishes a Material Standard and
Installation Practice Standard based on ANSI/ NFPA 780
Underwriters Laboratories (UL®) – an independent testing laboratory
467 – Grounding and Bonding
497, 497A, 497B – Communications Circuit Protectors
96 – Lightning Protection Components
96A – System Installation
94-5V Flammability Rating for Outdoor Enclosures
ASTM-G2684 – UV Resistance for Outdoor Enclosures
ASTM-BLL7-90 – Salt Fog for Outdoor Enclosures
Bellcore GR49 – Driving Rain, Chemical Resistance, Impact for
Outdoor Enclosures
Canadian Standards Association – CSA
Canadian Electrical Code – CEC
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Applicable standards from the following sources are used during
development, selection or testing of ARRIS/ TeleWire products:
ANSI/ EIA/TIA – American National Standards Institute/Electronic
Industries Association/
Telecommunications Industries Associates
– 570-A Residential Telecommunications Cabling Standard
– 568-A Commercial Building Telecommunications Wiring
Standard
ASTM American Society of Testing and Material
BELLCORE
CABLE LABS
CENELEC EUROPEAN STANDARDS AGENCY
CSA CANADIAN STANDARD ASSOCIATION
ISO International Standards Organization
NEC National Electrical Code
NEMA National Electrical Manufactures
Association
SCTE Society of Cable Telecommunications
Engineers
QuEST QuEST Telecommunications Forum
UL® Underwriters Laboratories
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Glossary

Active Circuit: A voice/video/data channel currently in use.
Address: A unique identification code assigned to a network device
for sending and receiving messages independently.
Alternating Current (AC): A current that changes polarity at a uniformly
repetitious rate (e.g., 60 Hz).
Ampere: Unit of electric current; one ampere is equal to the current
produced by one volt acting through a resistance of one ohm.
Amplifier: An electric component used to increase the strength of a
transmitted analog signal, similar to a repeater.
Amplitude Modulation: One of three basic methods (see Frequency) of
adding information to a sine wave signal in which the signal magnitude
is varied to impose information.
Analog: A mode of transmission utilizing continuously varying
electronic signals, which directly follows the changes in loudness
and frequency of the input signal.
Architecture: The manner in which a system (network, hardware and
software) is structured; it also defines the function and description of
data formats and procedures used for communication between nodes
and workstations.
ASCIE (American Standard Code for Information Exchange): Standard
used for encoding characters into binary digits, developed by the
American National Standards Institute; ASCIE, which uses a seven bit plus
parity character set, is the most popular coding method used by small
computers. It can be used to represent up to 128 different characters.
Asynchronous Data Transmission: A method of data transmission in
which characters are sent at irregular intervals.
ATM (Asynchronous Transfer Mode): ATM is a high bandwidth, low delay,
packet-like switching and multiplexing technique. Usable capacity is segmented
into fixed-size cells, consisting of header and information fields.
Attenuation: A reduction in strength of an electrical signal as it passes
through a transmission medium; attenuation generally increases with
frequency, cable length and the number of connections in a circuit.
Attenuation is measured in decibels.
Attenuation to Cross-talk Ratio (ACR): A ratio comparing the
received signal with the near-end cross talk of a cable pair.
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Aught: Conductors classified larger than a 1 AWG and smaller than
conductors classified in circular mill.
Authority Having Jurisdiction: The building official, electrical inspector,
fire marshal or other individuals/entities responsible for interpretation
and enforcement of local building and electrical codes.
Autotest: A feature that allows for sequential testing without operator
intervention.
Backboard: A wood or metal panel fixed to a wall and used for
mounting equipment.
Backbone: Permanent part of a network that carries the heaviest traffic.
Backbone Cabling: Cabling interconnections between telecommunications
closets, equipment rooms and entrance facilities.
Backbone Pathway: Pathway from the entrance facility to the equipment
room, telecommunications closet, and/or between buildings.
Backscatter: The scattering of light into a direction opposite the
original direction.
Backscatter Coefficient: The ratio of backscattered light to transmitted
light; the backscatter is a fixed percentage of the transmitted light.
Balance: An indication of signal voltage equality and phase polarity
on a conductor pair; perfect balance occurs when the signals across a
twisted-pair are equal in magnitude and opposite in phase with
respect to ground.
Balanced Signal Transmission: Two voltages, equal and opposite in
phase with respect to each other, across the conductors of a twistedpair
(commonly referred to as tip and ring).
Balun: An impedance matching device that converts the impedance
on one interface to the impedance of another interface; generally
used to connect balanced twisted-pair cabling with unbalanced
coaxial cabling.
Band: A range of frequencies between two predetermined limits
Bandwidth: The size of a transmission channel; the difference,
expressed in hertz (Hz), between the highest and lowest frequencies
in a band.
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Baseband: A transmission method in which the entire bandwidth of
the transmission medium is used to transmit a single digital signal;
the signal is ascribed directly onto the transmission medium without
modulation of any kind. Simultaneous transmission can be achieved
through time division multiplexing. Baseband is simpler, cheaper and
less sophisticated than broadband.
Baseband Signaling: Transmission of an analog or digital signal at its
original frequency.
Baseband Transmission: Transmission technique allocating the
entire bandwidth to a single transmission channel; only a single transmission
can occur at a given time.
Baseboard Raceway: (See Surface Mounted Raceway) A cable distribution
method in which channels containing cables are run along or
within the baseboards of a building.
Baud: A measurement of the signaling speed of a data transmission
device; the speed in baud is equal to the number of times the line condition
(frequency, amplitude, voltage or phase) changes per second.
Bend Radius: Maximum radius which a cable can be bent to avoid
physical or electrical damage or adverse transmission performance,
usually ten times the cable diameter.
Biconic: A type of optical fiber connector.
BICSI ® : A telecommunications association, formerly known as Building
Industry Consulting Service International.
Bill of Materials: A list of quantity and specific types of materials to
be utilized on a project including a consideration for exempt materials
(screws, bolts, etc.).
Binary: Indicates a state or condition, such as current flow or not current,
on or off, a logical one or a logical zero.
Binary Digit (BIT): Basic unit in data communications—zero or one.
Binary Digital System: A system that determines the true rate of data
transfer based upon baud and bit rates; the numbers will vary
depending on such items as encoding schemes.
Binder Group: A group of wires found in a large cable; groupings can
be distinguished from one another through the use of colored
threads. Standard color-coding provides for 25 pairs per binder group.
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Bit: A binary digit, the smallest element of information in binary systems.
A one (1) or zero (0) of binary data.
Bit Error Rate: The ratio of incorrectly transmitted bits to correctly
transmitted bits; a primary specification for all transmission systems,
usually expressed in a power of 10.
Bits Per Second (b/s): The measure of a digital data rate usually
abbreviated b/s. Not equal to baud or hertz.
Block (Connecting): Device used to connect one group of wires to
another.
Blueprint: A detailed reproduction of an architectural plan and/or
technical drawing.
Bonding: The permanent joining of metallic parts to form an electrically
conductive path.
Bonding Conductor for Telecommunications: Interconnects the
building’s service equipment (power) ground to the telecommunications
grounding system.
Branch Splice: A splice in which one cable is spliced to multiple
smaller pair-count cables.
Break Test Access: Method of disconnecting a circuit that has been
electrically bridged to allow testing on either side of the circuit without
disturbing cable terminations; devices that provide break test
access include: disconnect blocks, bridge clips, plug-on protection
modules and plug-on patching devices.
Bridge: A networking device used to connect two LANs.
Bridging: A means of providing through connections between conductors
or pairs that are terminated on connecting blocks.
Bridging Clips: Metal clips utilized to couple cable conductors on a
66-series block.
Bridle Ring: A circular, open ring with a threaded, pointed shaft for
installation into wood structures.
Broadband: A transmission bandwidth sufficient to carry multiple
voice, video or data channels simultaneously; each channel occupies (is
modulated to) a different frequency bandwidth on the transmission
medium and is demodulated to its original frequency at the receiving
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end. Channels are separated by "guardbands" (empty spaces) to ensure
that each channel won’t interfere with its neighboring channels.
Broadband Signaling: Multiple, concurrent 6 MHz signals on one
cable of different frequencies, usually on coaxial or fiber cable.
Buffer Coating: A protective thermoplastic material applied to the
acrylate coating of fiber.
Buffer Tube: Loose-fitting cover over optical fibers in loose-tube construction
used for protection and isolation.
Building Entrance Area: The area where telecommunications cables
enter and leave.
Building Entrance Protector: Terminates cables entering or leaving
buildings and providing housing for voltage and current modules by
protecting the cable pairs from lightning and foreign voltage.
Building Grounding Electrode System: Grounded building components,
i.e., metal underground water piping, metal building frame, concrete
encased electrode, a ground ring and rod and pipe electrodes
Bundled Cable: An assembly of two or more cables continuously
bound together.
Bundled Fiber: Many fibers contained within a single jacket or
buffer tube.
Burn-in: The time required for electronic circuits to get warm after
being turned on without being put in service.
Bus: A data path shared by many devices.
Bus Topology: A linear configuration where all network devices are
placed on a single length of cable.
Butt Set: See Telephone Test Set.
Butt Splice: A splice in which cables enter the same endcap of the
splice closure.
Byte: A collection of bits operated upon as a unit, usually 8 bits long.
Cabinet: Enclosed relay racks normally equipped with two sides, a
front and a rear door.
Cable: One or more metallic conductors or optical fibers grouped in
a sheath.
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Cable Support System: A combination of conduits, cable trays, support
hooks, tie racks and any other hardware pieces used in a cabling
installation to support cables; the cable support system keeps excess
stress off cables and may provide some mechanical protection to the
cables being supported.
Cable Termination: 1) Item used for attaching the pairs of a cable to allow
for connecting the cable to other cables or devices; examples are: patch
panels, blocks (66M-, 110- or BIX-type) and jacks. 2) The connection of the
wire or fiber to a device such as an equipment panel or a wall outlet.
Cabling: A combination of cables, wire, cords and connecting hardware
used in the telecommunications infrastructure.
Calibration: Task of verifying test equipment against a reference.
Campus: The buildings and grounds of a complex.
Campus Backbone: Cabling between buildings that share telecommunications
facilities.
Campus Distributor (CD): International term for main cross-connect;
the distributor from which the campus backbone cable emanates.
Capacitance: The tendency of an electronic component to store electrical
energy. Pairs of wire in a cable tend to act as a capacitor, which
has two conductors or plates that are separated by a dielectric.
Carding Brush: A brush used for scuffing (abrading) the surface of a
cable sheath.
Carrier: 1) A company which provides transmission services 2) A continuous
electrical signal capable of being modified to carry information;
the carrier carries no information until some component of the
signal (amplitude, frequency or phase) is changed. These changes convey
the information.
Category: ANSI/EIA/TIA-568-A describes mechanical properties and
transmission characteristics of unshielded twisted-pair (UTP) cables
and screened twisted-pair (ScTP) and assigns a unique number classification
(Category 3, Category 4 and Category 5).
Category 3 UTP: 100-unshielded twisted-pair copper cable which
meets or exceeds specifications in ANSI/EIA/TIA-568-A, Commercial
Building Telecommunications Standard, for transmissions up to 16 MHz.
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Category 4 UTP: 100-unshielded twisted-pair copper cable which
meets or exceeds specifications in ANSI/EIA/TIA-568-A, Commercial
Building Telecommunications Standard, for transmissions up to 20 MHz.
Category 5 UTP: 100-unshielded twisted-pair copper cable which meets
or exceeds specifications in ANSI/EIA/TIA-568-A, Commercial Building
Telecommunications Standard, for transmissions up to 100 MHz.
CCTV (Closed Circuit Television): Usually, a video channel for locations,
often security applications.
Central Office: Where the telecommunications service providers terminate
customer circuits and locate switching equipment.
Certification Test Set: Designed specifically to measure the electrical
properties of wire to determine whether wire meets certification
standards.
Channel: End-to-end transmission path connecting any two points.
Circuit: A bi-directional communications path between two pieces of
associated equipment.
Cladding: Dielectric material surrounding optical fiber core.
Cleaver: Device which square-cuts the end of glass fibers.
Clustered Star: Also known as a bus star topology; similar to tree topology
except there are clusters of devices at the end of each branch.
CO: See Central Office.
Coating: A material put on a fiber during the drawing process to protect
it from the environment. See Buffer Coating.
Coaxial Cable: A cable consisting of central copper core surrounded
by a layer of insulating material, in turn surrounded by a metallic
mesh or solid metallic sleeve; this is then protected by an outer layer
of non-conducting material. Both the core and the metallic layer are
capable of conducting electrical signals.
CODEC (Coder/Decoder): Equipment used to transform analog voice
signals to digital signals (coder) and digital signals to analog signals
(decoder).
Coefficient of Expansion: Used when determining the need for
conduit/tubing expansion fittings as related to exposure to extreme
temperatures.
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Common Carrier: A private communications utility company or a government
organization that furnishes services to the general public; it is
typically licensed or regulated by a state or federal government agency.
Common Mode Transmission: A transmission scheme where voltages
appear equal in magnitude and phase across a conductor pair
with respect to ground; may also be referred to as longitudinal mode.
Conductance: The ability of an electrical circuit or component to pass
(conduct) current.
Conductor: Any substance, usually a wire or cable, that can carry an
electrical current.
Conduit: A cylindrical metal or PVC raceway that comes in either 10 ft.
or 20 ft lengths.
Conduit Elbow: A bend in a section of conduit usually at a specified
radius.
Conduit Run: Multiple sections of conduit.
Conduit Shoe: A device placed in a conduit to assist in directing cable
into a conduit during pulling operations; this device helps to prevent
cable sheath damage.
Conduit Stub-out: A short section of conduit that is installed from a
receptacle box, usually in a wall, through a suspended ceiling space a
short distance to an adjacent hallway.
Conduit Stub-up: A short section of conduit that is installed from a
receptacle box, usually in a wall, to a suspended ceiling space immediately
above the receptacle box.
Connecting Block: Also called a terminal block, a punch down block,
a quick-connect block, a cross-connect block, to establish connections
from one group of wires to another. Usually each wire can be connected
to several other wires in a bus or common arrangement. There are
several types of connecting blocks: 66 clip, BIX, Krone, 110, etc. A connecting
block has insulation displacement connections (idcs), which
means you don’t have to remove insulation from around the wire conductor
before you "punch it down" (terminate it).
Connector Insertion: The attenuation associated with the physical
detachment of two connectors.
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Consolidation Point (CP): A location for interconnection between
horizontal cables that extend from building pathways and horizontal
cables that extend into work area pathways.
Construction Specifications Institute: Creates and maintains
a construction specifications book for the American Institute of
Architects.
Continuity Test: Validates whether a material can conduct sound,
current, light or heat without significant interruption or degradation.
Controller: A device used to control the input/output operations
between the host computer and a group of terminals.
Core: The light-carrying part of an optical fiber.
Coupled Bonding Conductor: A bonding conductor on the outside
surface of a communication cable to reduce transient noise.
Crimp: The act of clamping connectors to a cable.
Cross-connect: A distribution system to terminate and administer
communication circuits between cabling runs, subsystems and equipment
using patch cords or jumpers that attach to connecting hardware
on each end.
Crossed Pairs: Error condition in twisted-pair wiring where pairs are
reversed.
Crossover: A conductor that connects to a different pin number at
each end.
Crosstalk: Noise by electromagnetic coupling across signal path to
another; performance is expressed in decibels.
Current: Flow of electrons in a conductor measured in amperes.
Cutover: The process of switching from old network components to
new ones.
Cutsheet: A listing of cable pair assignments used to specify desired
circuit connections in a splice or cross-connect field.
Daisy Chain: A wiring method where each telephone jack is wired in
series. NOT the preferred wiring method, since a break in the wiring
would disable all jacks "downstream" from the break.
Dark Fiber: Fiber, which is not in use and has no light transmitted.
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DB-9: A standardized conductor with 9 pins; used for Token-ring and
serial connections.
DB-15: A standardized conductor with 15 pins; used for Ethernet
transceivers.
DB-25: A standardized conductor with 25 pins; used for parallel or
serial connections.
DB Connector: Also known as a D-subminiature connector, there is a
D-shaped metal skirt surrounding the connector’s pins.
dBm: Decibel referenced to one milliwatt; 0 dBm is equal to 1 milliwatt
and 20 dBm is equal to 100 milliwatts.
DC Loop Resistance: Cable conductor resistance with the far end of
the cabling shorted; this is the resistance for both conductors of a
coax cable.
Dead Zone: A space on a fiber trace following a fresnel reflection in
which no measurement can be made.
Decibel (dB): Unit of measure of signal strength, usually the relation
between a transmitted signal and a standard signal source. Every 3
dB=50% of signal strength, so therefore a 6 dB loss = a loss of 75% of
total signal strength.
Delay Skew: The difference in propagation delay between the fastest
and slowest pair in a cable or cabling system.
Demarcation Point (DP): A point where operational control or
ownership changes.
Demodulation (Demarc): The process of extracting the information
signal from an analog carrier signal, the reverse of modulation.
Design Specifications: Plans which identify with words or graphics
a goal or set of goals; it usually includes specific performance and
design parameters that the customer desires.
Designation Strips: Colored labels placed on terminal blocks and
used for identification (e.g., circuits).
Detector: An optoelectric transducer which converts optical power to
electrical current; in optical fiber, usually a photodiode.
Device: An interconnection outlet, as distinguished from telecommunications
equipment (computer, phone, fax, etc.).
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Die: A steel block or plate with small conical holes through which wire
is drawn.
Dielectric: Non-metallic, non-conductive insulating material generally
used to describe the medium surrounding the center conductor of a
coaxial cable.
Differential Mode Transmission: A transmission scheme where voltages
appear equal in magnitude and opposite in phase across a twisted-pair
with respect to ground; may also be referred to as balanced
mode.
Digital: Data format that uses at least two distinct states to transmit
information.
Digital PBX (DPBX): A PBX (see Private Branch Exchange) designed to
switch digital signals; telephones used with a DPBX must digitize the
voice signals, but computers and terminals may communicate directly
through the DPBX, which functions as a point-to-point local area network.
Digital Signal: A discontinuous signal; one whose state consists of
discrete elements, representing very specific information, usually on
or off, one or zero.
Direct Connection: The act of connecting a cable to customer equipment
without the use of a patch panel or terminal block.
Direct Current (DC): One that varies (cycles) as in current (ac);
unidirectional current.
Distribution Frame: Wall-or-floor-mounted frame with protectors or
terminal blocks (or both) used to terminate cable pairs.
Dopant: Placing of an impure material into another material.
Drain Wire: A conductor used to bond a cable shield to ground.
Dressing: Placing cables into a neat and symmetrical pattern for
proper alignment and positioning for termination.
Ducting: See Pathway.
Duplex: Two receptacles or jacks in a common housing which accept
2 plugs.
Dynamic Range: Determines length of fiber that can be measured.
Electromagnetic Field Tester: This tester measures the presence of
electromagnetic interference (EMI).
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Electromagnetic Induction: Current flow in telecommunications
conductors produced by coupling of a magnetic field (i.e., by current
in power lines, the cable shield or other cable pairs).
Electromagnetic Interference (EMI): Any electrical or electromagnetic
interference that causes undesirable signals in electronic equipment.
Optical fibers neither emit nor receive EMI. A more general term
than radio frequency interference (RFI).
Electromagnetic Pulse (EMP): A broadband, high-intensity, shortduration
burst of electromagnetic energy.
Endothermic: Absorbing heat energy.
Entrance Facility: An entrance to a building for both public and private
network service cables (including antennae) including the
entrance point at the building wall and continuing to the entrance
room or space.
Equal Level Far-end Crosstalk (ELFEXT): Crosstalk measured at the
opposite end from which the distributing signal is transmitted normalized
by the attenuation contribution of the cable or cabling.
Equipment: As distinguished from Device. Telecommunications
equipment such as computers, phones, faxes, etc.
Equipment Cable: A cable or cable assembly used to connect
telecommunications equipment or cabling systems.
Equipment Closet: A termination and access point for customer
premises wiring.
Equipment Grounding Conductor: The conductor used to connect
the noncurrent-carrying metal parts of equipment raceways and
other enclosures to the system grounded conductor, the grounding
electrode conductor, or both, at the service equipment.
Ethernet: A local area network used for connecting computers, printers,
workstations, terminals, etc. within the same building. Ethernet
operates over twisted pair wire and over coaxial cable at speeds up to
10 Mbps. Ethernet LANs are being promoted by DEC, Intel and Xerox.
Compare with Token Ring.
Exposed: When a circuit is in such a position that, in case of failure of
supports or insulation, contact with another conductor may result.
Far-end Crosstalk (FEXT): Crosstalk measured at the opposite end
from which the distributing signal is transmitted.
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Federal Communications Commission (FCC): Regulatory body for
the U.S. interstate telecommunications services as well as international
service originating in the U.S.
Ferrule: A mechanical fixture, generally a rigid tube, used to protect
and align the stripped end of a fiber.
Fiber Distributed Data Interface (FDDI): Operates at 100 Mb/s.
Developed by the ANSI X3T9 committee.
Fiber Optics: The technology in which communication signals in the
form of modulated light beams are transmitted over a glass fiber
transmission medium; fiber optic technology offers high band width,
small space needs and protection from electromagnetic interference,
eavesdropping and radioactivity.
File Server: A mass storage device that allows files to be accessed by
several computers.
Filled Cable: A cable with water-blocking material inside the sheath.
Firestop: 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.
Frequency: The number of identical cycles per second of a periodic
wave.
Frequency Division Multiplexing (FDM): The combining of many
signals on a single circuit by dividing the available bandwidth into
narrower bands, each used for a separate channel.
Furcate: The process of covering a 250 mm coated fiber with a 900
mm buffer tube to facilitate field connectorization.
Furcation Tubing: Flexible tubes used to increase the effective outer
diameter of coated optical fiber strands (typically from 250 mm to
900mm) to enable connector termination. Also provides physical protection
of the coated strands.
Fusion Splice: A permanent joint accomplished by applying localized
heat sufficient to melt the ends of the optical fiber, forming a continuous
single fiber.
Gateway: The interconnection between two networks with different
communication protocols.
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Gigabyte Ethernet: A standard developed by the IDDD 802.z task
group operating at 1 Gb/s.
Giga-bits-per-second (Gb/s): One billion bits per second.
Gigahertz (GHz): One billion hertz.
Ground: A ground connection, whether intentional or accidental,
between an electrical circuit (telecommunications) or equipment and
earth or to some conducting body that serves in place of the earth.
Ground Loop: Interference in electrical communication links due to
the ground at each end being at different potentials.
Grounded: Connected to earth or to some conducting body that
serves in place of the earth.
Grounding Conductor: The conductor used to connect electrical
equipment to a grounding electrode.
Grounding Electrode: A conductor or group of conductors (usually
rod, pipe or plate) in direct contact with the earth, providing a connection
to the earth.
Headroom (also Overhead or Margin): The number of decibels by
which a system exceeds the minimum defined requirements.The benefit
of headroom is that it reduces the bit-error rate (BER), and provides a
performance ‘safety net’ to help ensure that current and future high
speed applications will run at peak accuracy, efficiency and throughput.
Hertz: A measure of frequency equal to one cycle per second.
Home Run Cabling: A distribution method in which individual cables
are run directly from the horizontal cross-connect to each telecommunications
outlet; this configuration is also known as star topology.
Horizontal Cabling: Part of the cabling system extending from
the work area telecommunications outlet/connector to the
telecommunications closet.
Horizontal Cross-connect (HC): A cross-connect of horizontal cabling
to other cabling, e.g. horizontal, backbone or equipment.
Hot Cut: Describes a cutover where the cables are unplugged from
the old system and plugged into the new system. The customer is
totally without communications during this process.
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Hub: Centralized connection point for a network or portion thereof;
hubs are used for multiplexing, multi-port bridging functions, switching
and test access. They can be either passive or active and are not
considered to be part of the cabling infrastructure.
Hybrid Cable: An assembly of same or different cables covered by
one sheath.
IDC: See Insulation Displacement Connection.
IDF: Intermediate Distribution Frame. A metal rack designed to connect
cables and located in an equipment room or closet.
IDDS: A system of quality drop products tested and supplied to
optimize performance and reliability for today’s digital signal.
Impedance: A measurement of the opposition to the flow of alternating
current (AC).
Impulse Noise: Discrete noise spikes that occur on a regular or
irregular basis.
Index-matching gel: A material used at optical fiber interconnections
which has a refractive index close to that of the fiber cord; used to
reduce reflections from the residual air gap.
Index of Refraction: The ratio of the velocity of light in a vacuum
compared to the velocity of light in a given material.
Inductance: The opposition to change in current flow in an AC circuit.
Inductive Amplifier: Test device used to detect a signal placed on a
cable for the purpose of tracing and identification. Sometimes
referred to as a wand or probe.
Infrared: The electromagnetic spectrum having wavelengths
between 0.75-1mm.
Infrared Conversion Card: Allows a cabling installer to visually detect
an infrared signal when that signal is directed at the card’s phosphorus
material.
Infrastructure: Permanently installed cable plant.
In-line Splice: A splice in which, for example, cable enters one endcap
and, after splicing the cable, exits the other endcap of the closure.
Innerduct: Conduit placed inside a larger diameter conduit.
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Input Impedance: The ratio of the voltage at the sending end of the
line to the current in the line at the sending end.
Insertion Loss: 1). Signal loss when the transmission line is terminated
in other than its characteristic impedance. 2). The loss of power that
results from inserting a component, such as a connector or splice, into
a previously continuous optical path.
Insulation: The material that physically separates wires.
Insulation Displacement Connection (IDC): A type of wire termination
in which the wire is "punched down" into a metal holder which
cuts into the insulation wire and makes contact with the conductor,
thus causing the electrical connection to be made.
Interbuilding (Campus): A backbone network providing communications
between more than one building.
Interbuilding Backbone Cable: Cable that runs between buildings in
a campus environment. Outside plant cabling.
Intrabuilding Backbone: Telecommunications cable(s) that are part
of the building subsystem.
Isolated Ground: A separate ground conductor that is insulated from
the equipment or building ground.
Jack: A receptacle used in conjunction with a plug to make electrical
contact between communication circuits.
Keyed: A jack, outlet or connector is considered keyed when it
requires a specific orientation in order to prevent mismating.
LASER (Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation):
Produces light with a narrow range of frequencies to generate fiber
optic signals.
Leased Line: A private telephone line rented for exclusive use of a
leasing customer without interchange switching arrangements.
LED (Light Emitting Diode): A semiconductor diode which emits
light when a current is passed through it; in lightwave transmission
systems, LEDs or lasers are used as light sources.
Light Source: A piece of test equipment used to create a light wavelength
for testing optical fiber cable.
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Local Area Network (LAN): A set of personal computers and peripheral
devices, such as printers and CD-ROM drives, connected together
in a defined, limited geographic area.
Longitudinal Conversion Loss (LCL): A measure (in dB) of the differential
voltage induced on a conductor pair as a result of subjecting that pair to
longitudinal voltage; LCL is considered to be a measure of circuit balance.
Loop: A complete electrical circuit.
Loopback: A diagnostic test in which a transmitted signal is returned to
the sending device after passing through a data link or network; this test
allows the comparison of a returned signal with the transmitted signal.
Loop Resistance: A measurement of the resistance of both pair conductors
connected in series.
Loose-tube Fiber: Optical cable constructed of fibers individually
covered with a 250 mm acrylate coating, usually encased in bundles
of six or twelve.
Loss: Attenuation of the optical signal, usually measured in decibels.
Loss Budget: The total allowable loss between source and detector –
allocated among fiber, connectors, splices and safety margin.
Macrobends: Cable bends with curvatures of 1-100 mm radius and
from a fraction of a turn to many turns, usually due to cable installation.
Results in greater stress, leading to shorter lifetime. At smaller
radius, it may lead to extra attenuation.
Main Building Ground Electrode: The designated point to which all
utilities in a building are connected.
Main Frame: A large-scale computer normally supplied complete
with peripherals and software by a single, large vendor, often with a
closed architecture.
Main Distribution Frame (MDF): A wiring arrangement that connects
outside and internal telephone lines.
Maintenance Hole: Space used to access and maintain underground
cable plant.
Megabits per second (mb/s): A measurement of the data rate at
which the LAN operates.
Megahertz (MHz): A unit of frequency equal to one million hertz.
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Metropolitan Area Network (MAN): An extended LAN operating
within a metropolitan area which provides an integrated set of services
for real-time data, voice and image transmission.
Microbends: Bends with curvatures of a few micrometers and spaced
by distances of a few millimeters, usually due to cable construction.
Results in increased attenuation.
Micron: A unit of length equal to one millionth of a meter (.000001
meter); short for micrometer. Abbreviation is mm.
Modal Dispersion: Dispersion resulting from the different optical
path lengths in a multimode fiber. Also called modal distortion.
Modem (Modulator/ DEModulator): A device that converts digital
signals to analog signals (and vice-versa) for transmission over the
telephone network, which usually is analog.
Modular: Equipment is said to be modular when it is made of "plugin
units" which can be added together to make the system larger,
improve the capabilities, or expand its size.
Modular Jack: A female telecommunications interface connector as
specified in IEC 603-7 and FCC part 68 Subpart F; modular jacks are typically
mounted in a fixed location and may have 4, 6 or 8 contact positions.
Modular Plug: A male telecommunications interface connector as
specified in IEC 603-7 and FCC Part 68 Subpart F; Modular plugs may
have 4, 6 or 8 contact positions.
Modulation: The process of varying some characteristic (See Amplitude
Modulation) of the electrical carrier wave to impose information on it.
Multimedia: Applications that communicate information by more
than one means or cabling media.
Multimeter: Test equipment that can be setup to perform a variety of
electrical property measurements, usually resistance, voltage and current.
Multimode Fiber: An optical waveguide in which light travels in multiple
propagation modes. Typical core/ cladding sized are 50/ 125 mm
and 62.5/ 125 mm.
Multiplexer (MUX): An electronic device which is used to combine
several signals for transmission over one communications channel by
varying the frequency, amplitude, phase or timing of the signals to
prevent them from interfering with each other.
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Nanometer (nm): One billionth of a meter, abbreviated nm; unit of
measurement for optical fiber operating wavelengths.
National Electrical Code‚ (NEC): A safety code written and administered
by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA).
Near-end Crosstalk (NEXT): Cross-talk measured at the end from
which the disturbing signal is transmitted.
Network: Interconnection of computer systems, terminals or data
communications facilities.
Network Interface: The point of interconnection between telephone
company communications facilities and terminal equipment, protective
apparatus or wiring at the subscriber’s premises.
Node: In general, any point of interconnection to a network where
service is provided, used or communication channels are interconnected.
Noise: Unwanted signals originating in a channel.
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA): Enforces
safety and health standards that apply to the work conditions, practices,
means, methods, operations, installations, and processes performed
at telecommunications locations and at telecommunications
field installations.
Off-Hook: When the phone handset is lifted from its cradle, signaling
the central office to provide dial tone.
Ohm: Unit of measurement for the opposition to the flow of direct
current (DC), called resistance, or opposition to the flow of alternating
current (AC), called impedance. Abbreviation is W.
Ohm’s Law: The voltage in volts is equal to the current in amps multiplied
by the resistance in ohms.
Ohm-meter: Device used to measure voltage and resistance.
On-Hook: When the phone handset is resting in its cradle, not connected
to any particular line.
Open (Fault): Means that the circuit is not complete or the cable/fiber
is broken.
Open Circuit: A break in a cable circuit.
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Glossary
Optical Fiber: A thin filament of glass capable of carrying signals in
the form of light.
Optical Time Domain Reflectometer (OTDR): A device for measuring
optical fibers based on detecting backscattered (reflected) light.
Used to measure attenuation of fiber, splices, connectors, and locate
faults. It can be used as a measure of splice and connector locations.
Outlet, Telecommunications: A fixed connecting drive where the
horizontal cable is terminated, sometimes referred to as a telecommunications
outlet/connector.
Packet: A group of bits, including address, data and control elements
that are switched and transmitted together.
Packet Switching: A data transmission method whereby data is
transmitted in packets through a network to a remote location; the
packet switch sends packets from different data conversations along
the best route available in any order. At the other end, the packets
are reassembled to form the original message, which is then sent to
the receiving computer.
Padding Down: A term used to describe the intentional attenuation
of an optical fiber or copper circuit.
Pair Count: Indicates how many pair of wires is in a cable.
Pair Twist: The uniform twist of an insulated copper pair that helps to
improve the effects of capacitance imbalance and electromagnetic
induction.
Patch Cord: A length of cable with connectors on one or both ends
used to join telecommunications links at a cross-connect.
Patch Panel: Device containing multiple jacks and utilized for interconnecting
circuits in order to provide flexibility.
Patching: A means of connecting circuits via cords and connectors
that can easily be disconnected and reconnected.
Pathway: A facility (i.e. conduit) for the placement and protection of
telecommunications cables.
Peripheral Device: Equipment not integral to but working with a
voice or data system.
Photon: A fundamental unit of light.
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Physical Topology: Refers to the physical appearance of how devices
are attached on the LAN.
Picofarad: One-trillionth of a farad. Used to designate capacitance
unbalance between pairs and capacitance unbalance of the two
wires of a pair to ground.
Pigtail: A short length of fiber cable with a connector on one end and
bare fiber on the other.
Pinout: A wiring scheme for a jack or plug.
Plenum: A compartment or chamber to which one or more air ducts
is connected and that forms part of the air distribution system.
Plenum Cable: A cable with flammability and smoke characteristics
that allow it to be routed in a plenum area without being enclosed in
a conduit.
Plenum Rated: Meeting the flammability requirements of UL® as
defined by the National Electrical Code.
Plug: A male component of a plug/jack connector system.
Point-to-Point Transmission: An uninterrupted connection between
two pieces of equipment
Polarity: Term describing positive and negative in an electrical circuit.
Power Sum: A test method for cable whereby the mathematical sum
of pair-to-pair cross-talk from three pairs to one pair is measured.
Premises Wiring: Wiring system on the user’s premises used for transmission
of voice, data, video and power.
Private Branch Exchange (PBX): A private telephone switching system
that requires the user to dial an access code (dial 9) for an outgoing line.
Propagation Delay: The amount of time that passes between when a
signal is transmitted and when it is received at the opposite end of a
cable or cabling.
Protector: A device used to limit dangerous foreign voltages on
metallic telecommunications conductors.
Protocol: A specific set of rules, procedures or conventions that two
data services must accept and use to be able to communicate.
Proton: An elementary particle that is a fundamental constituent of
all atomic nuclei.
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Glossary
Public Data Network: A network established and operated for the
specific purpose of providing data transmission services to the public.
Public Switched Network: Any common carrier network that provides
circuit switching between public users.
Punch Down: The process of terminating cable conductors on IDC
terminals by use of a handheld tool; this displaces the wire insulation
to make an electrical connection.
Raceway: Any enclosed channel designed expressly for holding wires,
cables, or busbars.
Radio Frequency Interference (RFI): A disturbance in the reception
of an electrical signal due to conflict with radio frequency signals.
Random Access Memory (RAM): A semiconductor storage device in
which data can be entered, read and erased; RAM is the fastest form of
data storage and retrieval, however, the data is erased when the power
is turned off.
RBOC (Regional Bell Operating Company): One of the seven Bell
operating companies that were formed during the divestiture of AT&T.
Real Time: A form of information processing where output is generated
nearly simultaneously with the corresponding unit.
Receiver (RX): An optoelectronic circuit that converts an optical signal
to an electrical serial logic signal. It contains a photo detector, amplifier,
discriminator, and pulse-shaping electronics.
Reflection: The abrupt change in direction of light as it travels from
one material into a dissimilar material.
Refraction: The angular change in direction of a beam of light at an
interface between two dissimilar media or a medium whose refractive
index is a continuous function of position (graded index medium).
Repeater: A device inserted at intervals along a circuit to boost and
amplify an analog signal being transmitted.
Response Time: The time it takes a system to respond to a given input.
Return Loss: A measure of the similarity of the impedance of a
transmission line and the impedance at its terminations. It is a ratio,
expressed in decibels, of the power of the outgoing signal to the
power of the signal reflected back.
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Ring Conductor: One of the two conductors in a cable pair.
Ring Topology: All network devices connected in series forming a circle.
Riser: Conduit or path between floors.
Router: A network device used to channel messages from one cable
link to another.
Scanner: Device which checks cables for opens, shorts, crossed pairs
and, sometimes, cable length.
Scattering: A property of a fiber that causes light to deflect from the
fiber and contribute to losses.
Scribing Tool: Device used to remove cable sheaths.
Serial Transmission: A method of transmission in which data is sent
one bit at a time.
Server: Combines hardware or software to offer or serve network
resources to other attached devices.
Service Loop: Field-configured coil of cable arranged at the point of
termination to facilitate future arrangements.
Sheath: The outer covering of a cable.
Shield: Metallic layer placed around a conductor or group of conductors
to prevent electrostatic or electromagnetic coupling between the
enclosed wires and external fields.
Shielded Twisted Pair (STP): A cable consisting of two or more pairs of
which two are individually shielded and are covered with an overall shield.
The shielded pairs are capable of supporting transmission to 20 MHz.
Short: Accidentally caused low-resistance contact between conductors
of a circuit.
Shorting Plug: A device to create a direct-connect between two or
more conductors at one end of a cable for test purposes.
Signal Generator: Test equipment that generates a distinctive tone(s)
that is placed on a cable pair for identification purposes. Sometimes
referred to as a toner.
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR): The ratio between the detected signal
power and noise in a receiver, expressed in dB. The prime-determining
factor is BER (bit error rate).
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Glossary
Simplex Transmission: Data transmission over a circuit capable of
transmitting in one pre-assigned direction only.
Single-Mode Optical Fiber: An optical fiber that will allow only one
mode to propagate; this fiber is typically a step-index fiber.
Sneak Current: Low-level current that can trigger electrical surge protectors
and pass through them undetected; these currents may result
from contact between communications lines and AC power circuits or
from power induction and may cause equipment damage unless secondary
protection is used.
Spike: An instantaneous surge of energy.
Star Topology: Network devices are connected to a central hub like
the points on a star.
Stick: Slang term used to describe a section of conduit.
Strand Identifier: Clamp-on unit that inserts a microbend into optical
fiber cable and is able to detect light escaping from the fiber.
Strength Member: That part of an optical fiber cable composed of
aramid yarn, steel strands, fiberglass filaments, or fiberglass-reinforced
epoxy composite rod that increases the tensile strength of the cable.
Structural Return Loss: Measurement of the distance between the
test signal amplitude and the amplitude of signal reflections returned
by the cable.
Stub-out: Conduit installed from a wall outlet of a raceway for physical
and electrical protection (ground).
Stud-up: Conduit installed from a wall outlet into ceiling space. Used
for physical protection only.
Surface Mounted Raceway: Plastic or metallic raceway that is
installed on the surface of a wall, floor, or ceiling.
Surge: A rapid rise in current or voltage, usually followed by a fall
back to normal level, also referred to as transient.
Surge Arrestor: Device used to prevent transient voltage surges from
reaching electronic equipment.
Surge Suppression: The process through which transient voltage
surges are prevented from reaching sensitive electronic equipment.
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Sweep: Bend that has a gentle arc rather than a sharp bend.
Synchronous Transmission: Transmission in which the data character
and bits are transmitted at a fixed rate with the transmitter and receiver
being synchronized; compare with asynchronous transmission.
T1: Digital transmission link with 1.544 Mbps bandwidth;T1 operates on
two twisted pairs and can handle 24 voice conversations, each digitized at
64 Kbps. More voice channels are available with advanced digital voice
encoding techniques.
T1 Carrier: The AT&T digital transmission system that transmits data
at 1.544 Mbps. (See T1).
Telecommunications: Any transmission, emission or reception of
signs, signals, writing, images, sounds or information of any nature by
cable, radio, visual, optical or other electromagnetic systems.
Telecommunications Closet: An enclosed space dedicated to housing
telecommunications equipment, cross-connect hardware and
cable terminations.
Telecommunications Equipment Bonding Conductor (TEBC):
Should be installed from each piece of equipment to the telecommunications
grounding busbar (TGB) or telecommunications main
grounding busbar (TMGB).
Telecommunications Grounding Busbar (TGB): A busbar located in
the telecommunications closet connected to the telecommunications
main grounding busbar (TMGB) via a telecommunications bonding
backbone (TBB).
Telecommunications Main Grounding Busbar (TMGB): A busbar
located in the telecommunications closet that is connected to the service
equipment ground.
Telecommunications Service Entrance: Point where telecommunications
lines enter or leave the building.
Telephone Test Set: A voice circuit-testing device used to identify circuits
and perform diagnostics. Also known as a butt set.
Terminal Block: A device that provides a cable pair point of termination
utilizing insulation displacement connections.
Terminator: An impedance matching device placed at the end of the
telecommunications transmission line.
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Glossary
Thin Ethernet: Ethernet LAN or IEEE 802.3 LAN that uses smaller
diameter coaxial cable than standard Ethernet.
Tight-buffered Fiber: Optical fiber covered by a 900 mm coating.
Time Division Multiplexing (TDM): A transmission technique whereby
several low-speed channels are multiplexed into a high-speed channel
for transmission. Each low-speed channel is allocated a specific time
position in the bit stream.
Time Domain Reflectometer (TDR): A device which sends a signal
down a cable, then measures the magnitude and amount of time
required for the reflection of that signal to return. TDRs are used to
measure the length of cables as well as locate cable faults.
Timesharing: A method of computer operation that allows many
users to use one computer.
Tip: A means of identification of one conductor of a pair. Historically,
associated with the wire connected to the "tip" portion of an operator’s
telephone plug.
Tip Conductor: The conductor of a pair that is grounded at the central
office when the line is idle.
Token: A unique combination of bits used in LANs to grant permission
to a station to transmit. In a ring network, the token circulates
continuously; in a bus it must be addressed.
Token Ring: A topology in which a token must be received by a
terminal or workstation before that terminal or workstation can start
transmitting.
Tone Dial: A push-button telephone dial that makes a different
sound (in fact, a combination of two tones) for each number pushed.
The technically correct name for tone dial is Dual Tone Multi
Frequency, or DTMF.
Toner: Device used to apply an electrical signal to a circuit to assist in
identification or fault location.
Topology: Physical routing of cable plant within a building either in a
star, bus or ring configuration – such as the physical topology of a LAN.
Total Internal Reflection: Confinement of light within a fiber because
the angle of incidence is within the numerical aperture.
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Transceiver: A single device capable of both sending and receiving
information.
Transfer Impedance: A measure of shield effectiveness.
Transient: An abrupt change in voltage, of short duration, which may
cause signal impairments, loss of memory or physical damage to
equipment.
Transition Point: Location of a change in facilities or means (e.g.,
where flat cable connects to round).
Transmission Media: Wire, coaxial cable, fiber optics, air or vacuum,
which is used to carry an electrical signal.
Transmitter (TX): An optoelectric circuit that converts an electrical
logic signal to an optical signal.
Trench: A narrow furrow dug into the earth for the direct installation
of buried cable or for the installation of troughs or ducts.
Trunk: A specialized communications path between two points,
one of them usually being a telephone company central office or
switching center.
Tugger: Device that acts as an assist mechanism for advancing a
cable or groups of cables during installation.
Twisted Pair: Two insulated copper wires twisted around each other
to reduce induction (thus interference) from one wire to the other. The
twists, or lays, are varied in length to reduce the potential for signal
interference between pairs. Several sets of twisted pair wires may be
enclosed in a single cable. In cables greater than 25 pairs, the twisted
pairs are grouped and bound together.
Two Point Method: A method used to measure optical fiber cable
loss utilizing two closely spaced cursors on an OTDR.
USOC: Universal Service Order Code. An old Bell system term identifying
a particular service or equipment offered under tariff.
UTP - Unshielded Twisted Pair Cable: Cables made up of multiple
twisted pairs without additional metallic shielding; an insulating
sheath or cable jacket protects the twisted pairs.
V-Groove: Position in fusion splicer where fiber strand is placed.
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Glossary
Velocity of Propagation: The speed of transmission along a cable relative
to the speed of light in a vacuum.
Voice Grade Line: A communications channel that can transmit and
receive voice frequencies (300-3000 Hz).
Volt: Unit of electromotive force or potential difference which will cause
a current of one ampere to flow through a resistance of one ohm.
Volt-ohm-meter (VOM): An instrument used to measure electrical
characteristics.
Wand: Test device used to detect a signal placed on a cable for the
purpose of identification.
Wavelength: The length of an electromagnetic waveform as measured
from any point on one wave to the corresponding point on an
adjacent wave. Wavelength is inversely proportional to frequency.
Wide Area Network (WAN): Computer networks where devices are
connected over extended distances using telecommunications links,
such as telephone lines, satellites and microwave connections, rather
than a length of cable.
Wideband: A communications channel or medium having a bandwidth
sufficient to carry multiple voice/video or data signals simultaneously.
(See Broadband)
Wire Management: Components placed on racks or walls to support
the routing of cables.
Wire Map Tester: An instrument used to determine circuit opens,
shorts, crossed pairs, improper wiring and the determination of proper
pin configuration; additionally, some units indicate cable length.
Wiring Closet: A termination point for customer premises wiring
designed to offer access to service personnel.
Workstation: A telecommunications device used in communicating
with another telecommunications device.
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Through the years, communication providers have turned to TeleWire Supply SM for
quality, dependability and lasting performance. Call 1-88-TeleWire or www.telewiresupply.com
for more information on these TeleWire proprietary products:
Regal ® defined the industry standard for quality and consistency among taps, line
passives and house passives.The legacy of innovation continued with the introduction
of the first taps and passives to pass signals at 1GHz. Regal was also the first to
introduce the power passing tap—and the Flexible Tap System that enables network
operators to alternate faceplates to provide standard cable service, twisted-pair powered
service or coaxial powered service using a single tap housing. Recently, a full
line of telephony and data installation equipment was added to the line.
Digicon ® is a premium, trouble-free F-connector system that enhances your
ability to deliver flawless RF and digital communications. It incorporates a 360
degree conical compression to provide exceptional signal transmission, water
migration resistance and pull-out strength.
MONARCH ® is TeleWire Supply’s proprietary line of quality, yet competitively
priced outside plant products. "Fit for a King…but without the Royal Price Tag,"
MONARCH products meet or exceed all applicable industry standards and specifications
for quality and performance.The MONARCH line includes: pole line hardware,
drop installation hardware, bonding and grounding hardware, installation
accessories and a complete line of plastic pedestals, vaults and duct.
FiberTel is TeleWire Supply’s proprietary line of fiber optics products and accessories.
From jumpers, FRSCs and attenuators to splicing equipment and cleaning
tools, FiberTel is your trusted name for quality products at competitive prices.
ARRIS Network Technologies manufactures a full line of fiber optic closures, outside
plant enclosures, transmission equipment and demarcation housings for
the telephone and cable television industries. ARRIS has earned a reputation for
quality and longevity. All of its products are designed, tooled and manufactured
in its own ISO certified facilities.
Cornerstone ® is manufactured by Arris Broadband. Cornerstone represents a family
of HFC telephony equipment that include, Head-End or Host Digital Terminals
(HDTs) and Voice Ports (TM) in 2-Line, 4-Line, 12-Line and 24-Line versions.
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Equipment Appendix

Item Page
Conduit and Duct 129
Drop Cable (RF) 131
F-port Connectors and Tools 132
Grounding 134
Locks, Keys and ID/Security Tags 136
NIDs – Network Interface Devices (Cross-Connect) 137
Passives – Drop (RF) 140
Pedestals 141
Pole Drop Hardware 143
Power Cable 144
Premises Drop Hardware – Indoor Voice, Video, Data 145
Premises Drop Hardware – Outdoor 154
Regal Taps 161
Test Equipment 176
Tools 179
Wire, Telephone Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) 185
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In This Section

Items designated with (*) are most commonly used. All items are industry proven for quality performance.
Mfg. Model # TeleWire # Description
MONARCH MCFLT12GY 701543* Conduit flex, 1/2" UL® 100 ft/pk, grey, for 4 line Voice Port
MONARCH MCFLT34GY 701544 Conduit flex, 3/4" UL® 100 ft/pk, grey, for MVP 12
MONARCH MCCF12 701549 Coupler, 1/2" for box entrance UL®, grey, for 701543
MONARCH MCCF34 701550 Coupler, 3/4" for box entrance UL®, grey, for 701544
Equipment Appendix
MONARCH MCC1240 701551 Coupler, 1/2" Schedule 40 UL®, grey
MONARCH MCC3440 701552 Coupler, 3/4" Schedule 40 UL®, grey
Carlon 49005-10 146683 Conduit rigid, 1/2" X 10' PVC SCH 40, grey
Carlon 49007-10 146684* Conduit rigid, 3/4" X 10' PVC SCH 40, grey
Carlon 49008-10 146685 Conduit rigid, 1" X 10' PVC SCH 40, grey
Carlon VC9922 077154 Cement, PVC grey qt. can w/brush
Carlon E977DC 245649 Clamp, PVC 1/2" 2-hole plastic
Carlon E977EC 242930 Clamp, PVC for 3/4" pipe plastic
Carlon E977FC 701029 Clamp, PVC for 1" pipe plastic
MONARCH MD075S135TC 209622* Duct, 0.75" ID, smooth HDPE, std. 1000’ reel, terra cotta
MONARCH MD15RI17RTC 210307 Duct, 1.5" ID, ribbed HDPE, std. 2500’ reel, terra cotta, w/rope
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Conduit and Duct

Conduit and Duct
Items designated with (*) are most commonly used. All items are industry proven for quality performance.
130
Mfg. Model # TeleWire # Description
MONARCH MD2S135RLTC 209383 Duct, 2" ID, smooth HDPE, std. 2500’ reel, terra cotta, w/rope
and lubricant
MONARCH MD13C6S17TC 209660 Duct, 13mm, smooth w/RG6 flooded, 1000 reel, terra cotta
Equipment Appendix
MONARCH MD13C6S17G 210053* Duct, 13mm, smooth, w/RG6 flooded, 1000 reel, grey
Note: T-adapters and various degrees and diameters of elbows are available for the above conduit.

Items designated with (*) are most commonly used. All items are industry proven for quality performance.
Mfg. Model # TeleWire # Description
Comm/Scope F660BVV 202373 Cable, RG6 60% braid (meets NEC 820)
Comm/Scope F6TSVV 145966 Cable RG6 Tri-shield (meets NEC 820)
Comm/Scope F6SSVV 202379 Cable, R66 Quad-shield (meets NEC 820)
Equipment Appendix
Comm/Scope F660BVM 202374* Cable, RG6, 60% braid over 100% foil w/messenger
Comm/Scope F660BVM-1/22 * Cable, RG6, 60% braid over 100% foil w/messenger and
one unshielded twisted pair, 22 AWG
Comm/Scope F660BVM-2/22 Cable, RG6, 60% braid over 100% foil w/messenger and
two unshielded twisted pairs, 22 AWG
Comm/Scope F660BEF 202375* Cable, RG6, 60% braid over 100% foil, flooded
Comm/Scope F660BEAPD- Cable, RG6, 60% braid over 100% foil, w/one unshielded twisted
1/22 ETPR pair, 22 AWG, and both coax and UTP flooded
Comm/Scope F660BEAPD- Cable, RG6, 60% braid over 100% foil, w/two unshielded twisted
2/22 ETPR pairs, 22 AWG, and both coax and UTP flooded
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Drop Cable (RF)

F-Port Connectors and Tools
Mfg. Model # TeleWire # Description
Digicon D-59 TYPE-II 253119 Connector, RG59 Universal F series, 100/bag
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Digicon D-6 TYPE-II 253120 Connector, RG6 Universal F series, 100/bag
Digicon D6Q TYPE-II 209364 Connector, RG6 Quad Universal F series, 100/bag
Digicon DS-59 212773 Connector, "S" series RG59 Universal F series, 100/bag
Digicon DS-59Q 212774 Connector, "S" series RG59 Quad Universal F series, 100/bag
Equipment Appendix
Digicon DS-6 212775* Connector, "S" series RG6 Universal F series, 100/bag
Digicon DS-6Q 212776 Connector, "S" series RG6 Quad Universal F series, 100/bag
Digicon D11WR 209625 Connector, RG11 60% through quad shield, 5/bag
Regal DRF-81H 209379 F-81 bulkhead adapter, 1.4" long w/conical seizure 5-2500 MHz
Regal DRF-81 209378 F-81 splice barrel, 1.1" long w/conical seizure 5-2500 MHz
Digicon PSR11 253003 Tool, stripping tool for RG11 coaxial cable
Digicon DIGISEAL-BLK-SHT 202476* Sleeve, short sealing 100/PK
Digicon DIGISEAL-BLK-LNG 202477 Sleeve, long sealing 100/PK
Digicon PSR5916 202478* Tool, stripping tool for RG59/RG6 coaxial cable
Digicon PSC5916 202479 Blade, replacement blade for PSR5916 prep tool
Digicon RTC POUCH 202481 Pouch, for 202480-1 compression tool
Digicon 202480-02 202482 Tool, compression tool for Digicon RG59/RG6 Universal F
Digicon LCCT-1 213859* Tool, compression tool for Digicon "S" series RG59/RG6 Universal F

Items designated with (*) are most commonly used. All items are industry proven for quality performance.
Mfg. Model # TeleWire # Description
Regal RLTWT 209380 Terminator, locking, 75 ohm, brass w/zinc plating,
no resistor, 100/bag
Regal RLT75WT 209381* Terminator, locking, 75 ohm, brass w/zinc plating,
w/resistor, 100/bag
Equipment Appendix
Regal RLT-TOOL 209679* Tool, 7-1/2" for Regal locking terminators
Lemco TQ-7/16-30 140009 Wrench, F-fitting torque 30 in-lbs
Lemco TQG-7/16-40 211653 Wrench, F-fitting torque 40 in-lbs
Condux 18151420 702395* Wrench, F-fitting torque 20 in-lbs for Voice Port
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F-Port Connectors and Tools

Grounding
134
Equipment Appendix
Mfg. Model # TeleWire # Description
6AWG 240583 #6 wire solid copper bare, 315 ft. solid
6AWG 240584* #6 wire solid copper w/black poly jacket, 500 ft. solid
6 AWG 240585 #6 wire solid copper w/beige jacket, 500 ft. solid
10TW-WH 241750 Wire, ground 10tw-white, 500 ft. solid
10TW-BL 241751 Wire, ground 10tw-black, 500 ft. solid
10TW-BL 241752 Wire, ground 10tw-black, reel, 500 ft. solid
10TW-GR 241757 Wire, ground 10tw-green, 500 ft. solid
12TW-WH 241754 Wire, ground 12tw-white, 500 ft. solid
12TW-BL 241755 Wire, ground 12tw-black, 500 ft. solid
12TW-GR 241756* Wire, ground 12tw-green, 500 ft. solid
14TW-WH 241758 Wire, ground 14tw-white, 500 ft. solid
14TW-BL 241759 Wire, ground 14tw-black, 500 ft. solid
14TW-GR 241760 Wire, ground 14tw-green, 500 ft. solid
MONARCH MGR588 002949* Rod, ground 5/8" x 8' copper bonded UL®
MONARCH MGRC58 006336 Clamp, ground rod 5/8" copper bonded UL®, economy 50/box
MONARCH MGRC58HD 209582* Clamp, ground rod 5/8" copper bonded UL®, heavy duty 50/box
MONARCH MMBBCL 212222 Clamp, meter box bracket 11-1/2-15-1/4 in.
MONARCH MMBBCS 212223 Clamp, meter box bracket short 7-10-1/4 in.

Mfg. Model # TeleWire # Description
MONARCH MMBCPS 212221 Clamp, meter box plate style for 14, 12, 10 AWG wire
MONARCH MPMBBC 212172 Clamp, premium meter box for 6-14 AWG wire
MONARCH MWPBCA121 209599 Clamp, bonding water pipe aluminum 1/2"-1"
MONARCH MWPBCA122 209598 Clamp, bonding water pipe aluminum 1/2"-2"
MONARCH MWPBCB121 209590 Clamp, bonding water pipe, bronze 1/2"-1"
MONARCH MGC461014 700364 Connector, ground for bonding #4 or #6 to # 10 - #14 AWG
Equipment Appendix
MONARCH MSB8 209580 Connector, split-bolt, #8
MONARCH MSB6 006413* Connector, split-bolt, #6
MONARCH MSB4 006418* Connector, split-bolt, #4
MONARCH MSB2 209581 Connector, split-bolt, #2
MONARCH MGGS6 209057 Strap, galvanized 6", UL® 400/box
MONARCH MGGS9 209058 Strap, galvanized 9", UL® 400/box
MONARCH MGGS12 209059 Strap, galvanized 12", UL® 200/box
MONARCH MCGS6 209107* Strap, 6 inch copper, UL® 400/box
MONARCH MCGS9 209108 Strap, 9 inch copper, UL® 400/box
MONARCH MCGS12 209109 Strap, 12 inch copper, UL® 200/box
CED PK4GTA 700108 Bar, ground buss for Voice Port
3M 4514-7AAO/PC 700746 Protector, solid state w/fail short for Voice Port (12 needed for MVP )
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Grounding

Locks, Keys and ID/Security Tags
Items designated with (*) are most commonly used. All items are industry proven for quality performance.
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– Padlocks: by Master – body styles 1, 3, 5, 7, 22, 105 are most common with several key patterns for each.
(Keys included with lock)
– Self–lock: included with pedestal if so noted
– Keys: available
Equipment Appendix
Mfg. Model # TeleWire # Description
MONARCH MPK 801 211353 Key for 801 self-lock
MONARCH MPK 82 211674 Key for 82 self-lock
MONARCH MPK 85 211672 Key for 85 self lock
MONARCH MPK 710 211673 Key for 710 self-lock
Sachs SC28-1 092267* Tag, house ID 3-1/4" long plain for scribe on
Sachs SC28-3 092268 Tag, house ID 3-1/4" long w/pre-stamped 4 letters, 2 banks of #'s 0-9
– Tags - ID/Security: Tags, identification and security - both flag and wraparound types of various sizes are available for
marking and color or number coding by ACP, Brady, Budco, 3M, Panduit, Sachs and Tyton.

Cross-Connect NIDs
Equipment Appendix
Single Family Dwelling MDU
Model #TA-200BP2
2 pr. with binding posts
Model #TA-200RLS2
2 pr. with gel-type IDCs
(no tools needed)
Model #TA-200RLS4
4 pr. with gel-type IDCs
(no tools needed)
Model #CG1000RLS60
60 pr. with gel-type IDCs
(no tools needed)
Ground lug, log label,
wire loops
Note: Also available as a 30 pr.
Model #CG1000RLS30 or
w/o connectors as with
Model #CG1000F60
Notes
1. IDC means insulation displacement connector. Those shown here
are gel-type, outdoor robust, require no tools, and accept one twisted
pair per connector. Binding posts permit multiple pairs per line.
2. Various NID plastic wall boxes are available from Arris TeleWire either
empty or provisioned with multiple counts of gel-IDCs, 110 blocks or
66 blocks.
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NIDs – Network Interface Devices (Cross-connect)

NIDs – Network Interface Devices (Cross-connect)
Mfg. Model # TeleWire # Description
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Keptel CG2000 207882* Box, ABS/PVC UV 14"H x 9"W x 3.5"D NID cross-connect
Keptel CG1000 201838* Box, ABS/PVC UV 9"H x 9"W x 3"D NID cross-connect
ARRIS CG1000F60 701657* Box, MDU cross-connect ABS/PVC UV 9"H x 9"W x 3"D with frame, grounding
lug, label for

Items designated with (*) are most commonly used. All items are industry proven for quality performance.
Mfg. Model # TeleWire # Description
Keptel CG1500 706098 Box, ABS/PVC UV 12"H x 12"W x 5.25"D
MONARCH MPE9134G 600597 Box, plastic PPHP 13"H x 9"W x 4"D UV grey NID cross-connect
Equipment Appendix
MONARCH MPE91235 213131 Box, outdoor plastic 12"H x 9"W x 5"D hinged NID cross-connect
MONARCH MPE9134WBPG 212079 Box, plastic PPHP 13"H x 9"W x 4"D UV grey w/wood back NID
cross-connect
CED PK4GTA 700108 Bar, ground buss for Voice Port
3M 4514-7AAO/PC 700746 Protector, solid state w/fail short for Voice Port ( MVP ) w/3M IDCs
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NIDs – Network Interface Devices (Cross-connect)

Passives – Drop (RF)
Items designated with (*) are most commonly used. All items are industry proven for quality performance.
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Equipment Appendix
Mfg. Model # TeleWire # Description
Regal RGB-81 086272 Block-ground, with brass F-81 pressed in (UL®), 1 GHz
Regal RGB-81HP 143593 Block-ground. High profile (UL®) w/pressed in brass F81, 1 GHz
Regal RGB-81LP 127758 Block-ground, single, low profile (UL®) w/pressed in brass F81, 1 GHz
Regal DRGB-81HP 209377* Block-ground, high profile (UL®) conical seizure, 5-2500MHz
Regal DRGB-81LP 209382 Block-ground, single, low profile (UL®) w/conical seizure, 5-2500 MHz
Regal DRF-81H 209379 F-81 bulkhead adapter, 1.4" long w/conical seizure 5-2500 MHz
Regal DRF-81 209378* F-81 splice barrel, 1.1" long w/conical seizure 5-2500 MHz
Regal DS2DGH10 209661* Splitter, 2-way, 1 GHz, digital, flat "F", w/grd, 360 conical seizure, 120 db EMI
Regal DS3DGH10 209662* Splitter, 3-way, 1 GHz, digital, flat "F", w/grd, 360 conical seizure, 120 db EMI
Regal DS4DGH10 209663* Splitter, 4-way, 1 GHz, digital, flat "F", w/grd, 360 conical seizure, 120 db EMI
Regal GRS2DGH 149272 Splitter, 2-way, 1 GHz, Gold/Red Horiz., diecast w/ground 110db EMI
Regal GRS3DGH 149273 Splitter, 3-way, 1 GHz, Gold/Red Horiz., diecast w/ground 110db EMI
Regal GRS4DGH 149274 Splitter, 4-way, 1 GHz, Gold/Red Horiz., diecast w/ground 110db EMI
Regal GRS2DGV 152232 Splitter, 2-way, 1 GHz, Gold/Red Vertical, diecast w/ground 110db EMI
Regal GRS3DGV 152234 Splitter, 3-way, 1 GHz, Gold/Red Vertical, diecast w/ground 110db EMI
Regal GRS4DGV 152233 Splitter, 4-way, 1 GHz, Gold/Red Vertical, diecast w/ground 110db EMI
Regal GRS8DGV 151977 Splitter, 8-way, 1 GHz, Gold/Red Vertical, diecast w/ground 110db EMI

Mfg. Model # TeleWire # Description
MONARCH MPP721801NLG 210964 7"D x 21" H plastic pedestal w/o lock, green
MONARCH MPP721801SLG 210957 7"D x 21" H plastic pedestal w/801 self lock, green
MONARCH MPP8815DSL 212673 8"D x 8"W x 15"H plastic pedestal w/ 801 self lock, green
MONARCH MPP91018DSL 212674 9"D x 10"W x18"H plastic pedestal w/801 self lock, green
Equipment Appendix
MONARCH MPP91020DSL 212675 9"D x 10"W x 20"H plastic pedestal w/801 self lock, green
MONARCH MPP1031801NLG 210965 10"D x 31"H plastic pedestal w/o lock, green
MONARCH MPP101129DSL 212676 10"D x 11"W x 29"H plastic pedestal w/801 self lock, green
MONARCH MPP1031801SLG 210958 10"D x 31"H plastic pedestal w/801 self lock, green
MONARCH MPP131632DSL 212677 13"D x 16"W x 32"H plastic pedestal w/801 self lock, green
MONARCH MPTLSP1016LHG 212843 10" x 16" plastic pedestal, low profile w/locking hasp, granite
MONARCH MPDHLS1730LHS 212844 17" x 30" plastic pedestal, low profile w/locking hasp, sandstone
MONARCH MPDHLS1730LHG 212845 17" x 30" plastic pedestal, low profile w/locking hasp, granite
MONARCH MPDHLS2436LHS 212846 24" x 36" plastic pedestal, low profile w/locking hasp, sandstone
MONARCH MPDHLS2436LHG 212847 24" x 36" plastic pedestal, low profile w/locking hasp, granite
MONARCH MPDH112917DSL 212678 11"D x 29"W x 17"D plastic pedestal low profile w/801 self lock, green
MONARCH MPDH173019DSL 212679 17"D x 30"W x 19"H plastic pedestal low profile w/801 self lock, green
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Pedestals

Pedestals
Items designated with (*) are most commonly used. All items are industry proven for quality performance.
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Mfg. Model # TeleWire # Description
MONARCH MPDH173525DSL 212680 17"D x 35"W x 25"H plastic pedestal low profile w/801 self lock, green
Marconi TV60LPSB 108671 6-1/2" x 6-1/2" x 21" metal pedestal w/18" stake and bracket, green
Equipment Appendix
Marconi TV36067MNI 129724 6-1/2" x 7-1/2" x 21" metal pedestal 360 degree access w/stake and
bracket, green
Marconi TV360E88MS82X 207021 8" x 8" metal pedestal w/82 slam lock, w/stake, green
Marconi TV360E88MS8X 202727 8" x 8" metal pedestal w/801 slam lock, w/stake, green
Marconi TV36088MNT 129725 8" x 8" x 25" metal pedestal 360 degree access w/stake and bracket, green
Marconi TV80SB 108670 8-1/8" x 8-1/8" x 25" metal pedestal w/24" stake and bracket, green
Marconi TV360E1010MS34R 306850 10" x 10" metal pedestal w/34 slam lock, w/stake, green
Marconi TV360E1010MS82R 207022 10" x 10" metal pedestal w/82 slam lock, w/stake, green
Marconi TV360E1010MS8R 202728 10" x 10" metal pedestal w/801 slam lock, w/stake, green
Marconi TV104SB 143930 10-1/2" x 10-1/2" x 36-3/4" metal pedestal, pedestal w/32" stake and
bracket, green
Marconi TV3601212MS8R 202729 12" x 12" metal pedestal w/801 slam lock, w/stake, green
Marconi TV1228AFS8 202730 12" x28" metal pedestal low profile w/801 slam lock, green

Items designated with (*) are most commonly used. All items are industry proven for quality performance.
Mfg. Model # TeleWire # Description
MONARCH MTB212 209065* Bracket, tap 2-1/2"
MONARCH MATB39 209066 Bracket, tap, adjustable 3-9"
MONARCH MCSC 209031 Clamp, C span clamp
Equipment Appendix
MONARCH MOSC 209032 Clamp, O span
Sachs SC02MFASS 141764* Clamp, messenger drop, SS bail
MONARCH MQSC 209033* Clamp, Q span
MONARCH MSC 209034* Clip, S cable
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Pole Drop Hardware

Power Cable
Items designated with (*) are most commonly used. All items are industry proven for quality performance.
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Mfg. Model # TeleWire # Description
Regal C4066.21.10 701094 Cable, Power 6 cond., 22 AWG stranded, UV Jacket (for connecting
local power supply to Voice Port)
Regal VW6C22AWGSO 704302 Cable, Power 6 cond., 22 AWG solid, UV Jacket
Equipment Appendix

Mfg. Model # TeleWire # Description
Regal F5U011 214483* Adapter, USB Ethernet 10Base-T
Regal VMBSIWH 213731 Blank snap-in for modular faceplates - White
Regal VMBSII 213732 Blank snap-in for modular faceplates - Ivory
RCS 33-360 702561 Block, 40 pair KATT block cell; Category 5 rated
Marconi R66M150X 207424* Block, 66-type 50 pr. or 25 pr. w/test capability
Marconi R66M125X 214218 Block, 66-type 25 pr. for multiple terminations per line (4 columns)
Equipment Appendix
Marconi R66B425 Block, 66-type 25 pr. for multiple terminations per line (6 columns)
Marconi R66EB112 214217 Block, 66-type 12 pr. or 6 pr. with test capability
Marconi R66CB16 701054 Block, 66-type 6 pr. for multiple terminations per line (4 columns)
Marconi R66B44 701218* Block, 66-type 4-pr. for multiple terminations per line
Marconi R66B42 702517 Block, 66-type 2-pr. for multiple terminations per line (6 columns)
Regal WB11050PR 701188 Block, wiring 110 type 50-pair w/o mounting legs, Category 5
Regal WB110100PR 701189 Block, wiring 110 type 100-pair w/o mounting legs, Category 5
Regal WB11050PRL 701190 Block, wiring 110 type 50-pair with mounting legs, Category 5
Regal WB110100PRL 701191 Block, wiring 110 type 100-pair with mounting legs, Category 5
Suttle WB110300PRL 701192 Block, wiring 110 type 300-pair with mounting legs, Category 5
Marconi RLSBB10 701563* Block,10 pr.gel-IDC for cross-connect
Marconi RLS2X2 701667 Block,2 pr.gel-IDC for cross-connect
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Mfg. Model # TeleWire # Description
Regal VBSMRJ11WH 214090 Box, surface mount box w/1 RJ11 jack - White
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Regal VBSMRJ11I 214091 Box, surface mount box w/1 RJ11 jack - Ivory
Marconi RA891X 214216 Bracket, stand-off for R66M150 66-type blocks
Marconi RA1 214219 Clip, Bridge for 66-type series blocks (100/box)
Marconi R66MC 700185 Cover, clear plastic for 66-type series, blocks for protection & ID
Equipment Appendix
RCS 21-420 702650 Connector, 4 pair KATT block
RCS 21-520 702649 Connector, 5 pair KATT block
Regal CB1103PR 706532 Connector, for 3-pair 110 block
Regal CB1104PR 701193 Connector, for 4-pair 110 block
Regal CB1105PR Connector, for 5-pair 110 block
Regal VCRJ11 700100* Connector, RJ11 6P/6C Cat 3
Regal VCRJ45 700101* Connector, RJ45 8P/8C Cat 5
Regal DS110WH 701194 Cover, 6 write-on designation strip and covers
Regal VC3FTYC5RJ45 213741 Cord, 3' Yellow Cat 5 patch w/RJ45 plugs
Regal VC5FTYC5RJ45 213742 Cord, 5' Yellow Cat 5 patch w/RJ45 plugs
Regal VC7FTYC5RJ45 213743 Cord, 7' Yellow Cat 5 patch w/RJ45 plugs
Regal VC10FTYC5RJ45 213744 Cord, 10' Yellow Cat 5 patch w/RJ45 plugs
Regal VC14FTYC5RJ45 213745 Cord, 14' Yellow Cat 5 patch w/RJ45 plugs

Equipment Appendix
Mfg. Model # TeleWire # Description
Regal VC20FTYC5RJ45 213746 Cord, 20' Yellow Cat 5 patch w/RJ45 plugs
Regal VC25FTYC5RJ45 213747 Cord, 25' Yellow Cat 5 patch w/RJ45 plugs
Regal VC3FTBLC5RJ45 213748 Cord, 3' Blue Cat 5 patch w/RJ45 plugs
Regal VC5FTBLC5RJ45 213749 Cord, 5' Blue Cat 5 patch w/RJ45 plugs
Regal VC7FTBLC5RJ45 213750 Cord, 7' Blue Cat 5 patch w/RJ45 plugs
Regal VC10FTBLC5RJ45 213751 Cord, 10' Blue Cat 5 patch w/RJ45 plugs
Regal VC14FTBLC5RJ45 213752 Cord, 14' Blue Cat 5 patch w/RJ45 plugs
Regal VC20FTBLC5RJ45 213753 Cord, 20' Blue Cat 5 patch w/RJ45 plugs
Regal VC25FTBLC5RJ45 213754 Cord, 25' Blue Cat 5 patch w/RJ45 plugs
Regal VC3FTRC5RJ45 213755 Cord, 3' Red Cat 5 patch w/RJ45 plugs
Regal VC5FTRC5RJ45 213756 Cord, 5' Red Cat 5 patch w/RJ45 plugs
Regal VC7FTRC5RJ45 213757 Cord, 7' Red Cat 5 patch w/RJ45 plugs
Regal VC10FTRC5RJ45 213758 Cord, 10' Red Cat 5 patch w/RJ45 plugs
Regal VC14FTRC5RJ45 213759 Cord, 14' Red Cat 5 patch w/RJ45 plugs
Regal VC20FTRC5RJ45 213760 Cord, 20' Red Cat 5 patch w/RJ45 plugs
Regal VC25FTRC5RJ45 213761 Cord, 25' Red Cat 5 patch w/RJ45 plugs
Regal VC3FTGC5RJ45 213762 Cord, 3' Grey Cat 5 patch w/RJ45 plugs
Regal VC5FTGC5RJ45 213763 Cord, 5' Grey Cat 5 patch w/RJ45 plugs
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Equipment Appendix
Mfg. Model # TeleWire # Description
Regal VC7FTGC5RJ45 213764 Cord, 7' Grey Cat 5 patch w/RJ45 plugs
Regal VC10FTGC5RJ45 213765 Cord, 10' Grey Cat 5 patch w/RJ45 plugs
Regal VC14FTGC5RJ45 213766 Cord, 14' Grey Cat 5 patch w/RJ45 plugs
Regal VC20FTGC5RJ45 213767 Cord, 20' Grey Cat 5 patch w/RJ45 plugs
Regal VC25FTGC5RJ45 213768 Cord, 25' Grey Cat 5 patch w/RJ45 plugs
Regal VC3FTIC5RJ45 213769 Cord, 3' Ivory Cat 5 patch w/RJ45 plugs
Regal VC5FTIC5RJ45 213770 Cord, 5' Ivory Cat 5 patch w/RJ45 plugs
Regal VC7FTIC5RJ45 213771 Cord, 7' Ivory Cat 5 patch w/RJ45 plugs
Regal VC10FTIC5RJ45 213772 Cord, 10' Ivory Cat 5 patch w/RJ45 plugs
Regal VC14FTIC5RJ45 213773 Cord, 14' Ivory Cat 5 patch w/RJ45 plugs
Regal VC20FTIC5RJ45 213774 Cord, 20' Ivory Cat 5 patch w/RJ45 plugs
Regal VC25FTIC5RJ45 213775 Cord, 25' Ivory Cat 5 patch w/RJ45 plugs
Regal VC3FTBLKC5RJ45 213776 Cord, 3' Black Cat 5 patch w/RJ45 plugs
Regal VC5FTBLKC5RJ45 213777 Cord, 5' Black Cat 5 patch w/RJ45 plugs
Regal VC7FTBLKC5RJ45 213778 Cord, 7' Black Cat 5 patch w/RJ45 plugs
Regal VC10FTBLKC5RJ45 213779 Cord, 10' Black Cat 5 patch w/RJ45 plugs
Regal VC14FTBLKC5RJ45 213780 Cord, 14' Black Cat 5 patch w/RJ45 plugs
Regal VC20FTBLKC5RJ45 213781 Cord, 20' Black Cat 5 patch w/RJ45 plugs

Mfg. Model # TeleWire # Description
Regal VC25FTBLKC5RJ45 213782 Cord, 25' Black Cat 5 patch w/RJ45 plugs
Regal VC3FTGNC5RJ45 213783 Cord, 3' Green Cat 5 patch w/RJ45 plugs
Regal VC5FTGNC5RJ45 213784 Cord, 5' Green Cat 5 patch w/RJ45 plugs
Regal VC7FTGNC5RJ45 213785 Cord, 7' Green Cat 5 patch w/RJ45 plugs
Regal VC10FTGNC5RJ45 213786 Cord, 10' Green Cat 5 patch w/RJ45 plugs
Equipment Appendix
Regal VC14FTGNC5RJ45 213787 Cord, 14' Green Cat 5 patch w/RJ45 plugs
Regal VC20FTGNC5RJ45 213788 Cord, 20' Green Cat 5 patch w/RJ45 plugs
Regal VC25FTGNC5RJ45 213789 Cord, 25' Green Cat 5 patch w/RJ45 plugs
Regal VC7FTRJ11 213840* Cord, 7' silver satin RJ11
Regal VC14FTRJ11 213841 Cord, 14' silver satin RJ11
Regal VC25FTRJ11 213842 Cord, 25' silver satin RJ11
Regal VC7FTRJ11BG 214161 Cord, 7' beige RJ11
Regal VC14FTRJ11BG 214162 Cord, 14' beige RJ11
Regal VC25FTRJ11BG 214163 Cord, 25' beige RJ11
Regal VIF81PTI 213648 F81 insert, pass through for modular wallplate - Ivory
Regal VIF81PTWH 213649 F81 insert, pass through for modular wallplate - White
Regal VMF81BWH 213733 F81 flush set insert, bulkhead for modular wallplate - White
Regal VMF81BI 213734 F81 flush set insert, bulkhead for modular wallplate - Ivory
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Mfg. Model # TeleWire # Description
Regal VFSFMC5WH 213585 Faceplate, Simplex Flush Mount White
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Regal VFSFMC5I 213720 Faceplate, Simplex Flush Mount Ivory
Regal VFDFMC5I 213721 Faceplate, Duplex Flush Mount Ivory
Regal VFDFMC5WH 213722 Faceplate, Duplex Flush Mount White
Regal VFTFMC5WH 213723 Faceplate, Triplex Flush Mount White
Equipment Appendix
Regal VFTFMC5I 213724 Faceplate, Triplex Flush Mount Ivory
Regal VFQFMC5WH 213725 Faceplate, Quadplex Flush Mount White
Regal VFQFMC5I 213726 Faceplate, Quadplex Flush Mount Ivory
Regal VFSFMC5WH 213727 Faceplate, Sixplex Flush Mount White
Regal VFSFMC5I 213728 Faceplate, Sixplex Flush Mount Ivory
Regal VFTFMC5WH 213729 Faceplate, Twelveplex Flush Mount White
Regal VFTFMC5I 213730 Faceplate, Twelveplex Flush Mount Ivory
Regal DF Frame, 110 distribution 300 pr. w/wiring tray, channel, 4 troughs
Regal VMF Frame, 110 vertical cable mgt. 300-pair for slack storage
ARRIS RLS-F60 701564 Frame 60 pr. to mount 6 RLSBB10 IDC blocks into CG1000 box
Regal VJMC5RJ45WH 213571 Jack, RJ45 Cat 5 Modular 8P/8C - White
Regal VJMC5RJ45I 213572 Jack, RJ45 Cat 5 Modular 8P/8C - Ivory
Regal VJMC5RJ45O 213573 Jack, RJ45 Cat 5 Modular 8P/8C - Orange

Mfg. Model # TeleWire # Description
Regal VJMC5RJ45BL 213574 Jack, RJ45 Cat 5 Modular 8P/8C - Blue
Regal VJMC5RJ45R 213575 Jack, RJ45 Cat 5 Modular 8P/8C - Red
Regal VJMC5RJ45Y 213576 Jack, RJ45 Cat 5 Modular 8P/8C - Yellow
Regal VJMC5RJ45A 213577 Jack, RJ45 Cat 5 Modular 8P/8C - Almond
Regal VJRJ116CWH 213578 Jack, Voice Grade RJ11 6C White
Equipment Appendix
Regal VJRJ116CI 213579 Jack, Voice Grade RJ11 6C Ivory
Regal VJRJ116CO 213580 Jack, Voice Grade RJ11 6C Orange
Regal VJRJ116CBL 213581 Jack, Voice Grade RJ11 6C Blue
Regal VJRJ116CR 213582 Jack, Voice Grade RJ11 6C Red
Regal VJRJ116CY 213583 Jack, Voice Grade RJ11 6C Yellow
Regal VJRJ116CA 213584 Jack, Voice Grade RJ11 6C Almond
Marconi R4B1E 702240 Protector, 5-pin gas tube module
Surge ST188B1-50 701088 Protector, 50 pr. panel for 110 connector system
Technologies
Surge ST188B1-100 700382 Protector, 100 pr. panel for 110 connector system
Technologies
Regal CL Ring, 8.5" wide cable management for 110 blocks (included in VMF)
3M UG-BOX 211533 Scotchlok ® splice (green) 2 or 3 cond. 19-26 AWG indoor
flame retardant 100/box
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Mfg. Model # TeleWire # Description
3M UP2 703726 Scotchlok ® splice 2 cond. 19-26 AWG dry flame retardant 20/pk
3M UP3 703727 Scotchlok ® splice 2 or 3 cond. 19-26 AWG dry flame retardant 20/pk
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3M UR2-BOX 214417* Scotchlok ® splice (red) 2 or 3 cond. 19-26 AWG gel filled outdoor bug
spray resistive 100/box
Equipment Appendix
3M UY2-BOX 214418 Scotchlok ® splice (yellow) 2 cond. 19-26 AWG gel filled outdoor bug
spray resistive 100/box
Regal DS2DGH10 209661* Splitter, 2-way, 1 GHz, digital capable, flat "F" ports, 360 conical seizure
Regal DS3DGH10 209662* Splitter, 3-way, 1 GHz, digital capable, flat "F" ports, 360 conical seizure
Regal DS4DGH10 209663* Splitter, 4-way, 1 GHz, digital capable, flat "F" ports, 360 conical seizure
Regal GRS2DGH 149272 Splitter, 2-way, 1 GHz, Gold/Red Horiz., diecast w/ground 110db EMI
Regal GRS3DGH 149273 Splitter, 3-way, 1 GHz, Gold/Red Horiz., diecast w/ground 110db EMI
Regal GRS4DGH 149274 Splitter, 4-way, 1 GHz, Gold/Red Horiz., diecast w/ground 110db EMI
Regal GRS2DGV 152232 Splitter, 2-way, 1 GHz, Gold/Red Vertical, diecast w/ground 110db EMI
Regal GRS3DGV 152234 Splitter, 3-way, 1 GHz, Gold/Red Vertical, diecast w/ground 110db EMI
Regal GRS4DGV 152233 Splitter, 4-way, 1 GHz, Gold/Red Vertical, diecast w/ground 110db EMI
Regal GRS8DGV 151977 Splitter, 8-way, 1 GHz, Gold/Red Vertical, diecast w/ground 110db EMI
Regal VSWDW10SWH 213921* Spool, white wire distribution with #10 wood screw
Regal VH1PSMWH 213735 Surface mount housing, modular 1-port - White

Equipment Appendix
Mfg. Model # TeleWire # Description
Regal VH1PSMI 213736 Surface mount housing, modular 1-port - Ivory
Regal VH2PSMWH 213737 Surface mount housing, modular 2-port - White
Regal VH2PSMI 213738 Surface mount housing, modular 2-port - Ivory
Regal VH4PSMWH 213739 Surface mount housing, modular 4-port - White
Regal VH4PSMI 213740 Surface mount housing, modular 4-port - Ivory
Marconi RLSTEST1PKT 700910 Tester pocket for RLS, one pair
Regal CMT1 Trough, horizontal cable mgt. w/mtg. legs (110), 10.75"W
Regal CMT2 Trough, horizontal cable mgt. w/o mtg. legs (110), 8.50"W
Regal VWNM1J50MWH 213836 Wallplate, non-modular w/one RJ11 jack - White
Regal VWTSSF 214067* Wire, flat silver satin 4C 26 AWG stranded
Regal VWNM1J50MI 213837 Wallplate, non-modular w/1 RJ11 jack - Ivory
Regal VWNM2J50MWH 213838* Wallplate, non-modular w/2 RJ11 jack - White
Regal VWNM2J50MI 213839 Wallplate, non-modular w/2 RJ11 jack - Ivory
Regal VWDRJ11F81WH 213848* Wallplate, non-modular duplex w/1 RJ11 & 1 F81 jack - White
Regal VWDRJ11F81I 213849 Wallplate, non-modular duplex w/1 RJ11 & 1 F81 jack - Ivory
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Mfg. Model # TeleWire # Description
3M UR-BOX 005694 Scotchlok ® splice 2 or 3 cond. 19-26 AWG 100/box
154
3M UY-BOX 050029 Scotchlok ® splice 2 cond. 22-26 AWG 100/box
MONARCH MPAK14 209080 Anchor, kit plastic 1/4"
MONARCH MPAKH14 209336 Anchor, kit plastic 1/4" hex
MONARCH MPAK316 209079 Anchor, kit plastic 3/16"
Equipment Appendix
MONARCH MPAKH316 209335 Anchor, kit plastic 3/16" hex
MONARCH MPA14 209077 Anchor, plastic 1/4"
MONARCH MPA316 209076 Anchor, plastic 3/16"
MONARCH MPA516 209078 Anchor, plastic 5/16"
MONARCH MPAK516 209081 Anchor, kit plastic 5/16"
MONARCH MPAKH516 209337 Anchor, kit plastic 5/16" hex
MONARCH 307B 035501* Bushing, feedthru .307" for RG6 std 100/bag, black
MONARCH 307N 035502 Bushing, feedthru .307" for RG6 std 100/bag, natural
MONARCH 312N 046287 Bushing, feedthru .312" for RG6 quad 100/bag, natural
MONARCH 312B 048192 Bushing, feedthru .312" for RG6 quad 100/bag, black
MONARCH 312W 148412 Bushing, feedthru .312" for RG6 quad 100/bag, white
MONARCH 307W 148413 Bushing, feedthru .307" for RG6 100/bag, white
MONARCH MDWCSS 209635 Clamp, messengered drop wire

Mfg. Model # TeleWire # Description
MONARCH MOHC316 209042 Clamp, one hole 3/16" 500/box, grey
MONARCH MOHC14 209043 Clamp, one hole 1/4" 500/box, grey
MONARCH MOHC516 209044 Clamp, one hole 5/16" 500/box
MONARCH MOHC38 209045* Clamp, one hole 3/8" 500/box
MONARCH MOHC716 209046 Clamp, one hole 7/16" 500/box
Equipment Appendix
MONARCH MOHC12 209047 Clamp, one hole 1/2" 500/box
MONARCH MOHC916 209048 Clamp, one hole 9/16" 500/box
MONARCH MOHC34 209049 Clamp, one hole 3/4" 500/box
MONARCH MOHC1 209050 Clamp, one hole 1" 250/box
MONARCH MOHOC532 209037 Clamp, one hole offset, 5/32"-7/32" 50/box
MONARCH MOHOC14 209038 Clamp, one hole offset, 1/4" - 5/16" 50/box
MONARCH MOHOC516 209039 Clamp, one hole offset, 5/16" - 3/8" 50/box
MONARCH MOHOC12 209040 Clamp, one hole offset, 1/2" - 9/16" 50/box
MONARCH MSCE 209716 Clamp, span for multiple drops
MONARCH MTHC58 209051 Clamp, two hole 5/8" 500/box
MONARCH MTHC34 209052 Clamp, two hole, 3/4" 250/box
MONARCH MTHC78 209053 Clamp, two hole 7/8" 250/box
MONARCH MTHC1 209054 Clamp, two hole 1" 300/box
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Mfg. Model # TeleWire # Description
MONARCH MTHC114 209055 Clamp, two hole 1-1/4" 100/box
156
MONARCH MTHC158 209056 Clamp, two hole 1-5/8" 50/box
MONARCH MCGWN1B 208821* Clip, nail-in for #10, #12 #14, insulated plastic UV100/box, black
Equipment Appendix
MONARCH MC59N1B 208822 Clip, nail for single RG59, insulated plastic UV 100/box, black
MONARCH MC59DN1B 208823 Clip, nail-in for dual RG59, insulated plastic UV 100/box, black
MONARCH MC6N1B 208824* Clip, nail-in for RG6 std, insulated plastic UV 100/box, black
MONARCH MC6DN1B 208826 Clip, nail-in for dual RG6, insulated plastic UV 100/box, black
MONARCH MC6QN1B 208827 Clip, nail-in for RG6 quad, insulated plastic UV 100/box, black
MONARCH MC11N1316B 208828 Clip, nail-in for RG11 std, insulated plastic UV 100/box, black
MONARCH MC6DN1G 209444 Clip, nail-in for dual RG6, insulated plastic UV 100/box, grey
MONARCH MC6QN1G 209445 Clip, nail-in for RG6 quad, insulated plastic UV 100/box, grey
MONARCH MC11N1316G 209446 Clip, nail-in for RG11 std, insulated plastic UV 100/box, grey
MONARCH MCGWN1G 209439 Clip, nail-in for #10 #12 #14, insulated plastic UV 100/box, grey
MONARCH MC59N1G 209440 Clip, nail for single RG59, insulated plastic UV 100/box, grey
MONARCH MC59DN1G 209441 Clip, nail-in for dual RG59, insulated plastic UV 100/box, grey
MONARCH MC6N1G 209442 Clip, nail-in for RG6 std, insulated plastic UV 100/box, grey
MONARCH MCGWN1W 209449 Clip, nail-in for #10 #12 #14, insulated plastic UV 100/box, white
MONARCH MC59N1W 209450 Clip, nail-for single RG59, insulated plastic UV 100/box, white

Equipment Appendix
Mfg. Model # TeleWire # Description
MONARCH MC59DN1W 209451 Clip, nail-in for dual RG59, insulated plastic UV 100/box, white
MONARCH MC6N1W 209452 Clip, nail-in for RG6 std, insulated plastic UV 100/box, white
MONARCH MC6DN1W 209454 Clip, nail-in for dual RG6, insulated plastic UV 100/box, white
MONARCH MC6QN1W 209455 Clip, nail-in for RG6 quad, insulated plastic UV 100/box, white
MONARCH MC11N1316W 209456 Clip, nail-in for RG11 std, insulated plastic UV 100/box, white
MONARCH MCGWN1T 209459 Clip, nail-in for #10 #12 #14, insulated plastic UV 100/box, tan
MONARCH MC59N1T 209460 Clip, nail-in for single RG59, insulated plastic UV 100/box, tan
MONARCH MC59DN1T 209461 Clip, nail-in for dual RG59, insulated plastic UV 100/box, tan
MONARCH MC6N1T 209462 Clip, nail-in for RG6 std, insulated plastic UV 100/box, tan
MONARCH MC6DN1T 209464 Clip, nail-in for dual RG6, insulated plastic UV 100/box, tan
MONARCH MC6QN1T 209465 Clip, nail-in for RG6 quad, insulated plastic UV 100/box, tan
MONARCH MC11N1316T 209466 Clip, nail-in for RG11 std, insulated plastic UV 100/box, tan
MONARCH MC6S1W 209453 Clip, screw-in for RG6 std, insulated plastic UV #8 x 1" 100/box, white
MONARCH MC6S1G 209443 Clip, screw-in for RG6 std, insulated plastic UV #8 x 1" 100/box, grey
MONARCH MC11S1G 209447 Clip, screw-in for RG11 std, insulated plastic UV #8 x 1" 100/box, grey
MONARCH MC6QS1G 209448 Clip, screw-in for RG6 quad, insulated plastic UV #8 x1" 100/box, grey
MONARCH MC6S1B 208825* Clip, screw-in for RG6 std, insulated plastic UV 100/box, black
MONARCH MC11S1B 208829 Clip, screw-in for RG11 std, insulated plastic UV #8 x 1"
100/box, black
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Premises Drop Hardware – Outdoor
Mfg. Model # TeleWire # Description
MONARCH MC6QS1B 208831 Clip, screw-in for RG6 quad, insulated plastic UV #8 x 1"
100/box, black
158
MONARCH MC6DS1B 208905 Clip, screw-in for dual RG6, insulated plastic UV #8 x 1" 100/box, black
MONARCH MC11S1W 209457 Clip, screw-in for RG11 std, insulated plastic UV #8 x 1" 100/box, white
Equipment Appendix
MONARCH MC6QS1W 209458 Clip, screw-in for RG6 quad, insulated plastic UV #8 x1" 100/box, white
MONARCH MC6S1T 209463 Clip, screw-in for RG6 std, insulated plastic UV #8 x 1" 100/box, tan
MONARCH MC11S1T 209467 Clip, screw-in for RG11 std, insulated plastic UV #8 x 1" 100/box, tan
MONARCH MC6QS1T 209468 Clip, screw-in for RG6 quad, insulated plastic UV #8 x1" 100/box, tan
MONARCH HSCB 602556 Clip, siding horizontal 100/bag, black
MONARCH VSCB 600342 Clip, siding vertical 100/bag, black
MONARCH MUCGW 209024 Clip, "U" cable clip (#12-14 AWG) requires one screw 1000/box
MONARCH MUC11 209023 Clip, "U" cable clip (RG11) requires one screw 500/box
MONARCH MUC59 209021 Clip, "U" cable clip (RG59) requires one screw 1000/box
MONARCH MUC6Q 209022* Clip, "U" cable clip (RG6-Quad) requires one screw 500/box
MONARCH MUC6 210037* Clip, "U" for RG6 60% braid requires one screw 500/box
MONARCH MDH516312 209082 Hook, drive 5/16" x 3-1/2"
MONARCH MDH716434 209083 Hook, drive 7/16" x 4-3/4"
MONARCH MDWH 209075 Hook, drop wire

Mfg. Model # TeleWire # Description
MONARCH MOHH 209715 Hook, w/oval retainer for messengered drop screw-in
MONARCH MPHH 209074* Hook, P house 3-3/4"
MONARCH MDR114 209016 Ring, drive 1-1/4" 25/box
MONARCH MDR12 209013 Ring, drive 1/2" 25/box
MONARCH MDR58 209014 Ring, drive 5/8" 25/box
Equipment Appendix
MONARCH MDR78 209015 Ring, drive 7/8" 25/box
MONARCH MBR114 209071 Ring, bridle 1-1/4"
MONARCH MBR158 209072 Ring, bridle 1-5/8"
MONARCH MBR3 209073 Ring, bridle 3"
MONARCH #6X1ISHWHST 089352 Screw, self-tapping #6 x 1"
MONARCH #8X3/4ISHWHST 030998 Screw, self-tapping #8 x 3/4"
MONARCH 8X1ISHWHST 073013 Screw, self-piercing #8 x 1"
MONARCH 8X1-1/2 SHWHST 073015* Screw, self-piercing #8 x 1-1/2" 100/box
MONARCH MSA100C3 202102 Silicone, adhesive, 3 oz clear
MONARCH MSA400C10 202103* Silicone, adhesive, 10 oz clear
MONARCH MSA400C3 202105 Silicone, adhesive, 3 oz clear
MONARCH MDES14 211351 Strap, deadend galvanized 14"
MONARCH MCT1450 201750 Tie, 14" 50lb MS3367-2 4" bundle 100/pk, black
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Premises Drop Hardware – Outdoor
Items designated with (*) are most commonly used. All items are industry proven for quality performance.
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Mfg. Model # TeleWire # Description
MONARCH MCT1150 201752 Tie, 11 in. 50lb MS3367-7 3" bundle 100/pk., black
MONARCH MCT818 201753 Tie, 8 in. 18lb MS3367-4 2" bundle 100/pk., black
MONARCH MCT840 201754* Tie, 8 in. 40lb MS3367-1 2" bundle 100/pk., black
Equipment Appendix
MONARCH MCT418 201761 Tie, 4 in. 18lb MS3367-4 .75" bundle 100/pk., black
MONARCH MCT14120 201762 Tie, 14 in. 120lb MS3367-3 4" bundle 100/pk., black
MONARCH MCT850 201833 Tie, 8 in. 50lb MS3367-1 2" bundle 100/pk., black
MONARCH MCT850MH 211067 Tie, 8 in. 50lb w/mounting hole, 2" bundle 100/pk., black
MONARCH MCT850N 211068 Tie, 8 in. 50lb 1.75" bundle 100/pk., natural
MONARCH MCT418NF 211069* Tie, 4 in. 18lb flag type .75" bundle 100/pk., natural
MONARCH MCT418NID 211174* Tie, 4 in. 18lb ID tag inside .75" bundle 100/pk., natural
MONARCH MCT850W 214303 Tie, 8 in. 50lb MS3367-1 1.75" bundle 100/pk., white
MONARCH MSEC12 701541 Weatherhead cap, service entrance 1/2" UL®, grey
MONARCH MSEC34 701542 Weatherhead cap, service entrance 3/4" UL®, grey
MONARCH MSEC2 700378 Weatherhead cap, service entrance 2" UL®, grey
Note: Velcro ® type wraps are also available

Equipment Appendix
Mfg. Model # TeleWire # Description
Regal RMT2002-RF-4 251957 Tap, 2-way, 1 GHz, 4db, power extracting, RF only
Regal RMT2002-RF-8 251958 Tap, 2-way, 1 GHz, 8db, power extracting, RF only
Regal RMT2002-RF-11 251959 Tap, 2-way, 1 GHz, 11db, power extracting, RF only
Regal RMT2002-RF-14 251960 Tap, 2-way, 1 GHz, 14db, power extracting, RF only
Regal RMT2002-RF-17 251961 Tap, 2-way, 1 GHz, 17db, power extracting, RF only
Regal RMT2002-RF-20 251962 Tap, 2-way, 1 GHz, 20db, power extracting, RF only
Regal RMT2002-RF-23 251963 Tap, 2-way, 1 GHz, 23db, power extracting, RF only
Regal RMT2002-RF-26 251964 Tap, 2-way, 1 GHz, 26db, power extracting, RF only
Regal RMT2002-RF-29 251965 Tap, 2-way, 1 GHz, 29db, power extracting, RF only
Regal RMT2002-RF-32 251966 Tap, 2-way, 1 GHz, 32db, power extracting, RF only
Regal RMT2004-RF-8 251968 Tap, 4-way, 1 GHz, 8db, power extracting, RF only
Regal RMT2004-RF-11 251969 Tap, 4-way, 1 GHz, 11db, power extracting, RF only
Regal RMT2004-RF-14 251970 Tap, 4-way, 1 GHz, 14db, power extracting, RF only
Regal RMT2004-RF-17 251971 Tap, 4-way, 1 GHz, 17db, power extracting, RF only
Regal RMT2004-RF-20 251972 Tap, 4-way, 1 GHz, 20db, power extracting, RF only
Regal RMT2004-RF-23 251973 Tap, 4-way, 1 GHz, 23db, power extracting, RF only
Regal RMT2004-RF-26 251974 Tap, 4-way, 1 GHz, 26db, power extracting, RF only
Regal RMT2004-RF-29 251975 Tap, 4-way, 1 GHz, 29db, power extracting, RF only
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Regal ® Taps

Regal ® Taps
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Equipment Appendix
Mfg. Model # TeleWire # Description
Regal RMT2004-RF-32 251976 Tap, 4-way, 1 GHz, 32db, power extracting, RF only
Regal RMT2008-RF-11 251978 Tap, 8-way, 1 GHz, 11db, power extracting, RF only
Regal RMT2008-RF-14 251979 Tap, 8-way, 1 GHz, 14db, power extracting, RF only
Regal RMT2008-RF-17 251980 Tap, 8-way, 1 GHz, 17db, power extracting, RF only
Regal RMT2008-RF-20 251981 Tap, 8-way, 1 GHz, 20db, power extracting, RF only
Regal RMT2008-RF-23 251982 Tap, 8-way, 1 GHz, 23db, power extracting, RF only
Regal RMT2008-RF-26 251983 Tap, 8-way, 1 GHz, 26db, power extracting, RF only
Regal RMT2008-RF-29 251984 Tap, 8-way, 1 GHz, 29db, power extracting, RF only
Regal RMT2008-RF-32 251985 Tap, 8-way, 1 GHz, 32db, power extracting, RF only
Regal RMT2002-CX-4 251764 Tap, 2-way, 1 GHz, 4db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2002-CX-8 251765 Tap, 2-way, 1 GHz, 8db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2002-CX-11 251766 Tap, 2-way, 1 GHz, 11db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2002-CX-14 251767 Tap, 2-way, 1 GHz, 14db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2002-CX-17 251768 Tap, 2-way, 1 GHz, 17db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2002-CX-20 251769 Tap, 2-way, 1 GHz, 20db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2002-CX-23 251770 Tap, 2-way, 1 GHz, 23db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2002-CX-26 251771 Tap, 2-way, 1 GHz, 26db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2002-CX-29 251772 Tap, 2-way, 1 GHz, 29db, power extracting, coax interface

Equipment Appendix
Mfg. Model # TeleWire # Description
Regal RMT2002-CX-32 251773 Tap, 2-way, 1 GHz, 32db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2004-CX-8 251775 Tap, 4-way, 1 GHz, 8db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2004-CX-11 251776 Tap, 4-way, 1 GHz, 11db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2004-CX-14 251777 Tap, 4-way, 1 GHz, 14db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2004-CX-17 251778 Tap, 4-way, 1 GHz, 17db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2004-CX-20 251779 Tap, 4-way, 1 GHz, 20db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2004-CX-23 251780 Tap, 4-way, 1 GHz, 23db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2004-CX-26 251781 Tap, 4-way, 1 GHz, 26db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2004-CX-29 251782 Tap, 4-way, 1 GHz, 29db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2004-CX-32 251783 Tap, 4-way, 1 GHz, 32db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2008-CX-11 251785 Tap, 8-way, 1 GHz, 11db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2008-CX-14 251786 Tap, 8-way, 1 GHz, 14db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2008-CX-17 251787 Tap, 8-way, 1 GHz, 17db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2008-CX-20 251789 Tap, 8-way, 1 GHz, 20db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2008-CX-23 251790 Tap, 8-way, 1 GHz, 23db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2008-CX-26 251791 Tap, 8-way, 1 GHz, 26db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2008-CX-29 251792 Tap, 8-way, 1 GHz, 29db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2008-CX-32 251793 Tap, 8-way, 1 GHz, 32db, power extracting, coax interface
163
Regal ® Taps

Regal ® Taps
164
Equipment Appendix
Mfg. Model # TeleWire # Description
Regal RMT2002-TP-4 251795 Tap, 2-way, 1 GHz, 4db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2002-TP-8 251796 Tap, 2-way, 1 GHz, 8db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2002-TP-11 251797 Tap, 2-way, 1 GHz, 11db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2002-TP-14 251798 Tap, 2-way, 1 GHz, 14db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2002-TP-17 251799 Tap, 2-way, 1 GHz, 17db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2002-TP-20 251800 Tap, 2-way, 1 GHz, 20db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2002-TP-23 251801 Tap, 2-way, 1 GHz, 23db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2002-TP-26 251802 Tap, 2-way, 1 GHz, 26db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2002-TP-29 251803 Tap, 2-way, 1 GHz, 29db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2002-TP-32 251804 Tap, 2-way, 1 GHz, 32db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2004-TP-8 251806 Tap, 4-way, 1 GHz, 8db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2004-TP-11 251807 Tap, 4-way, 1 GHz, 11db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2004-TP-14 251808 Tap, 4-way, 1 GHz, 14db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2004-TP-17 251809 Tap, 4-way, 1 GHz, 17db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2004-TP-20 251810 Tap, 4-way, 1 GHz, 20db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2004-TP-23 251811 Tap, 4-way, 1 GHz, 23db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2004-TP-26 251812 Tap, 4-way, 1 GHz, 26db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2004-TP-29 251813 Tap, 4-way, 1 GHz, 29db, power extracting, siamese cable

Equipment Appendix
Mfg. Model # TeleWire # Description
Regal RMT2004-TP-32 251814 Tap, 4-way, 1 GHz, 32db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2008-TP-11 251816 Tap, 8-way, 1 GHz, 11db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2008-TP-14 251817 Tap, 8-way, 1 GHz, 14db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2008-TP-17 251818 Tap, 8-way, 1 GHz, 17db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2008-TP-20 251788 Tap, 8-way, 1 GHz, 20db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2008-TP-23 251938 Tap, 8-way, 1 GHz, 23db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2008-TP-26 251819 Tap, 8-way, 1 GHz, 26db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2008-TP-29 251820 Tap, 8-way, 1 GHz, 29db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2008-TP-32 251821 Tap, 8-way, 1 GHz, 32db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2002-CX-FP-4 251823 Faceplate, 2-way, 1 GHz, 4db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2002-CX-FP-8 251824 Faceplate, 2-way, 1 GHz, 8db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2002-CX-FP-11 251825 Faceplate, 2-way, 1 GHz, 11db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2002-CX-FP-14 251826 Faceplate, 2-way, 1 GHz, 14db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2002-CX-FP-17 251827 Faceplate, 2-way, 1 GHz, 17db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2002-CX-FP-20 251828 Faceplate, 2-way, 1 GHz, 20db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2002-CX-FP-23 251829 Faceplate, 2-way, 1 GHz, 23db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2002-CX-FP-26 251830 Faceplate, 2-way, 1 GHz, 26db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2002-CX-FP-29 251831 Faceplate, 2-way, 1 GHz, 29db, power extracting, coax interface
165
Regal ® Taps

Regal ® Taps
166
Equipment Appendix
Mfg. Model # TeleWire # Description
Regal RMT2002-CX-FP-32 251832 Faceplate, 2-way, 1 GHz, 32db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2004-CX-FP-8 251834 Faceplate, 4-way, 1 GHz, 8db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2004-CX-FP-11 251835 Faceplate, 4-way, 1 GHz, 11db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2004-CX-FP-14 251836 Faceplate, 4-way, 1 GHz, 14db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2004-CX-FP-17 251837 Faceplate, 4-way, 1 GHz, 17db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2004-CX-FP-20 251838 Faceplate, 4-way, 1 GHz, 20db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2004-CX-FP-23 251839 Faceplate, 4-way, 1 GHz, 23db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2004-CX-FP-26 251840 Faceplate, 4-way, 1 GHz, 26db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2004-CX-FP-29 251841 Faceplate, 4-way, 1 GHz, 29db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2004-CX-FP-32 251842 Faceplate, 4-way, 1 GHz, 32db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2008-CX-FP-11 251844 Faceplate, 8-way, 1 GHz, 11db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2008-CX-FP-14 251845 Faceplate, 8-way, 1 GHz, 14db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2008-CX-FP-17 251846 Faceplate, 8-way, 1 GHz, 17db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2008-CX-FP-20 251847 Faceplate, 8-way, 1 GHz, 20db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2008-CX-FP-23 251848 Faceplate, 8-way, 1 GHz, 23db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2008-CX-FP-26 251849 Faceplate, 8-way, 1 GHz, 26db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2008-CX-FP-29 251850 Faceplate, 8-way, 1 GHz, 29db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2008-CX-FP-32 251851 Faceplate, 8-way, 1 GHz, 32db, power extracting, coax interface

Equipment Appendix
Mfg. Model # TeleWire # Description
Regal RMT2002-TP-FP-4 251853 Faceplate, 2-way, 1 GHz, 4db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2002-TP-FP-8 251854 Faceplate, 2-way, 1 GHz, 8db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2002-TP-FP-11 251855 Faceplate, 2-way, 1 GHz, 11db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2002-TP-FP-14 251856 Faceplate, 2-way, 1 GHz, 14db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2002-TP-FP-17 251867 Faceplate, 2-way, 1 GHz, 17db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2002-TP-FP-20 251868 Faceplate, 2-way, 1 GHz, 20db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2002-TP-FP-23 251869 Faceplate, 2-way, 1 GHz, 23db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2002-TP-FP-26 251870 Faceplate, 2-way, 1 GHz, 26db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2002-TP-FP-29 251871 Faceplate, 2-way, 1 GHz, 29db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2002-TP-FP-32 251872 Faceplate, 2-way, 1 GHz, 32db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2004-TP-FP-8 251874 Faceplate, 4-way, 1 GHz, 8db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2004-TP-FP-11 251875 Faceplate, 4-way, 1 GHz, 11db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2004-TP-FP-14 251876 Faceplate, 4-way, 1 GHz, 14db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2004-TP-FP-17 251877 Faceplate, 4-way, 1 GHz, 17db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2004-TP-FP-20 251878 faceplate, 4-way, 1 GHz, 20db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2004-TP-FP-23 251879 Faceplate, 4-way, 1 GHz, 23db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2004-TP-FP-26 251880 Faceplate, 4-way, 1 GHz, 26db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2004-TP-FP-29 251881 Faceplate, 4-way, 1 GHz, 29db, power extracting, siamese cable
167
Regal ® Taps

Regal ® Taps
168
Equipment Appendix
Mfg. Model # TeleWire # Description
Regal RMT2004-TP-FP-32 251882 Faceplate, 4-way, 1 GHz, 32db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2008-TP-FP-11 251884 Faceplate, 8-way, 1 GHz, 11db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2008-TP-FP-14 251885 Faceplate, 8-way, 1 GHz, 14db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2008-TP-FP-17 251886 Faceplate, 8-way, 1 GHz, 17db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2008-TP-FP-20 251887 Faceplate, 8-way, 1 GHz, 20db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2008-TP-FP-23 251888` Faceplate, 8-way, 1 GHz, 23db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2008-TP-FP-26 251889 Faceplate, 8-way, 1 GHz, 26db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2008-TP-FP-29 251890 Faceplate, 8-way, 1 GHz, 29db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2008-TP-FP-32 251891 Faceplate, 8-way, 1 GHz, 32db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2002w-RF-4 251987 Tap, 2-way, wide, 1 GHz, 4db, power extracting, RF only
Regal RMT2002w-RF-8 251988 Tap, 2-way, wide, 1 GHz, 8db, power extracting, RF only
Regal RMT2002w-RF-11 251989 Tap, 2-way, wide, 1 GHz, 11db, power extracting, RF only
Regal RMT2002w-RF-14 251990 Tap, 2-way, wide, 1 GHz, 14db, power extracting, RF only
Regal RMT2002w-RF-17 251991 Tap, 2-way, wide, 1 GHz, 17db, power extracting, RF only
Regal RMT2002w-RF-20 251992 Tap, 2-way, wide, 1 GHz, 20db, power extracting, RF only
Regal RMT2002w-RF-23 251993 Tap, 2-way, wide, 1 GHz, 23db, power extracting, RF only
Regal RMT2002w-RF-26 251994 Tap, 2-way, wide, 1 GHz, 26db, power extracting, RF only
Regal RMT2002w-RF-29 251995 Tap, 2-way, wide, 1 GHz, 29db, power extracting, RF only

Equipment Appendix
Mfg. Model # TeleWire # Description
Regal RMT2002w-RF-32 251996 Tap, 2-way, wide, 1 GHz, 32db, power extracting, RF only
Regal RMT2004w-RF-8 251998 Tap, 4-way, wide, 1 GHz, 8db, power extracting, RF only
Regal RMT2004w-RF-11 251999 Tap, 4-way, wide, 1 GHz, 11db, power extracting, RF only
Regal RMT2004w-RF-14 252000 Tap, 4-way, wide, 1 GHz, 14db, power extracting, RF only
Regal RMT2004w-RF-17 252001 Tap, 4-way, wide, 1 GHz, 17db, power extracting, RF only
Regal RMT2004w-RF-20 252002 Tap, 4-way, wide, 1 GHz, 20db, power extracting, RF only
Regal RMT2004w-RF-23 252003 Tap, 4-way, wide, 1 GHz, 23db, power extracting, RF only
Regal RMT2004w-RF-26 252004 Tap, 4-way, wide, 1 GHz, 26db, power extracting, RF only
Regal RMT2004w-RF-29 252005 Tap, 4-way, wide, 1 GHz, 29db, power extracting, RF only
Regal RMT2004w-RF-32 252006 Tap, 4-way, wide, 1 GHz, 32db, power extracting, RF only
Regal RMT2002w-CX-4 252008 Tap, 2-way, wide, 1 GHz, 4db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2002w-CX-8 252009 Tap, 2-way, wide, 1 GHz, 8db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2002w-CX-11 252010 Tap, 2-way, wide, 1 GHz, 11db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2002w-CX-14 252011 Tap, 2-way, wide, 1 GHz, 14db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2002w-CX-17 252012 Tap, 2-way, wide, 1 GHz, 17db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2002w-CX-20 252013 Tap, 2-way, wide, 1 GHz, 20db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2002w-CX-23 252014 Tap, 2-way, wide, 1 GHz, 23db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2002w-CX-26 252015 Tap, 2-way, wide, 1 GHz, 26db, power extracting, coax interface
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Equipment Appendix
Mfg. Model # TeleWire # Description
Regal RMT2002w-CX-29 252016 Tap, 2-way, wide, 1 GHz, 29db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2002w-CX-32 252017 Tap, 2-way, wide, 1 GHz, 32db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2004w-CX-8 252019 Tap, 4-way, wide, 1 GHz, 8db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2004w-CX-11 252020 Tap, 4-way, wide, 1 GHz, 11db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2004w-CX-14 252021 Tap, 4-way, wide, 1 GHz, 14db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2004w-CX-17 252022 Tap, 4-way, wide, 1 GHz, 17db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2004w-CX-20 252023 Tap, 4-way, wide, 1 GHz, 20db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2004w-CX-23 252024 Tap, 4-way, wide, 1 GHz, 23db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2004w-CX-26 252025 Tap, 4-way, wide, 1 GHz, 26db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2004w-CX-29 252026 Tap, 4-way, wide, 1 GHz, 29db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2004w-CX-32 252027 Tap, 4-way, wide, 1 GHz, 32db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2002w-TP-4 252029 Tap, 2-way, wide, 1 GHz, 4db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2002w-TP-8 252030 Tap, 2-way, wide, 1 GHz, 8db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2002w-TP-11 252031 Tap, 2-way, wide, 1 GHz, 11db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2002w-TP-14 252032 Tap, 2-way, wide, 1 GHz, 14db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2002w-TP-17 252033 Tap, 2-way, wide, 1 GHz, 17db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2002w-TP-20 252034 Tap, 2-way, wide, 1 GHz, 20db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2002w-TP-23 252035 Tap, 2-way, wide, 1 GHz, 23db, power extracting, siamese cable

Equipment Appendix
Mfg. Model # TeleWire # Description
Regal RMT2002w-TP-26 252036 Tap, 2-way, wide, 1 GHz, 26db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2002w-TP-29 252037 Tap, 2-way, wide, 1 GHz, 29db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2002w-TP-32 252038 Tap, 2-way, wide, 1 GHz, 32db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2004w-TP-8 252040 Tap, 4-way, wide, 1 GHz, 8db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2004w-TP-11 252041 Tap, 4-way, wide, 1 GHz, 11db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2004w-TP-14 252042 Tap, 4-way, wide, 1 GHz, 14db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2004w-TP-17 252043 Tap, 4-way, wide, 1 GHz, 17db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2004w-TP-20 252044 Tap, 4-way, wide, 1 GHz, 20db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2004w-TP-23 252045 Tap, 4-way, wide, 1 GHz, 23db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2004w-TP-26 252046 Tap, 4-way, wide, 1 GHz, 26db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2004w-TP-29 252047 Tap, 4-way, wide, 1 GHz, 29db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2004w-TP-32 252048 Tap, 4-way, wide, 1 GHz, 32db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2002w-CX-FP-4 252050 Faceplate, 2-way, wide, 1 GHz, 4db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2002w-CX-FP-8 252051 Faceplate, 2-way, wide, 1 GHz, 8db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2002w-CX-FP-11 252052 Faceplate, 2-way, wide, 1 GHz, 11db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2002w-CX-FP-14 252053 Faceplate, 2-way, wide, 1 GHz, 14db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2002w-CX-FP-17 252054 Faceplate, 2-way, wide, 1 GHz, 17db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2002w-CX-FP-20 252055 Faceplate, 2-way, wide, 1 GHz, 20db, power extracting, coax interface
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Equipment Appendix
Mfg. Model # TeleWire # Description
Regal RMT2002w-CX-FP-23 252056 Faceplate, 2-way, wide, 1 GHz, 23db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2002w-CX-FP-26 252057 Faceplate, 2-way, wide, 1 GHz, 26db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2002w-CX-FP-29 252058 Faceplate, 2-way, wide, 1 GHz, 29db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2002w-CX-FP-32 252059 Faceplate, 2-way, wide, 1 GHz, 32db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2004w-CX-FP-8 252061 Faceplate, 4-way, wide, 1 GHz, 8db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2004w-CX-FP-11 252062 Faceplate, 4-way, wide, 1 GHz, 11db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2004w-CX-FP-14 252063 Faceplate, 4-way, wide, 1 GHz, 14db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2004w-CX-FP-17 252064 Faceplate, 4-way, wide, 1 GHz, 17db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2004w-CX-FP-20 252065 Faceplate, 4-way, wide, 1 GHz, 20db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2004w-CX-FP-23 252066 Faceplate, 4-way, wide, 1 GHz, 23db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2004w-CX-FP-26 252067 Faceplate, 4-way, wide, 1 GHz, 26db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2004w-CX-FP-29 252068 Faceplate, 4-way, wide, 1 GHz, 29db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2004w-CX-FP-32 252069 Faceplate, 4-way, wide, 1 GHz, 32db, power extracting, coax interface
Regal RMT2002w-TP-FP-4 252071 Faceplate, 2-way, wide, 1 GHz, 4db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2002w-TP-FP-8 252072 Faceplate, 2-way, wide, 1 GHz, 8db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2002w-TP-FP-11 252073 Faceplate, 2-way, wide, 1 GHz, 11db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2002w-TP-FP-14 252074 Faceplate, 2-way, wide, 1 GHz, 14db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2002w-TP-FP-17 252075 Faceplate, 2-way, wide, 1 GHz, 17db, power extracting, siamese cable

Mfg. Model # TeleWire # Description
Regal RMT2002w-TP-FP-20 252076 Faceplate, 2-way, wide, 1 GHz, 20db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2002w-TP-FP-23 252077 Faceplate, 2-way, wide, 1 GHz, 23db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2002w-TP-FP-26 252078 Faceplate, 2-way, wide, 1 GHz, 26db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2002w-TP-FP-29 252079 Faceplate, 2-way, wide, 1 GHz, 29db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2002w-TP-FP-32 252080 Faceplate, 2-way, wide, 1 GHz, 32db, power extracting, siamese cable
Equipment Appendix
Regal RMT2004w-TP-FP-8 252082 Faceplate, 4-way, wide, 1 GHz, 8db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2004w-TP-FP-11 252083 Faceplate, 4-way, wide, 1 GHz, 11db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2004w-TP-FP-14 252084 Faceplate, 4-way, wide, 1 GHz, 14db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2004w-TP-FP-17 252085 Faceplate, 4-way, wide, 1 GHz, 17db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2004w-TP-FP-20 252086 Faceplate, 4-way, wide, 1 GHz, 20db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2004w-TP-FP-23 252087 Faceplate, 4-way, wide, 1 GHz, 23db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2004w-TP-FP-26 252088 Faceplate, 4-way, wide, 1 GHz, 26db, power extracting, siamese cable
Regal RMT2004w-TP-FP-29 252089 Faceplate, 4-way, wide, 1 GHz, 29db, power extracting, siamese
Regal RMT2004w-TP-FP-32 252090 Faceplate, 4-way, wide, 1 GHz, 32db, power extracting, siamese
Regal RMT2002-EXT-4 209963 Tap, 2-way, 9" extension, 1 GHz, 4 db
Regal RMT2002-EXT-8 209964 Tap, 2-way, 9" extension, 1 GHz, 8 db
Regal RMT2002-EXT-11 209965 Tap, 2-way, 9" extension, 1 GHz, 11 db
Regal RMT2002-EXT-14 209966 Tap, 2-way, 9" extension, 1 GHz, 14 db
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Equipment Appendix
Mfg. Model # TeleWire # Description
Regal RMT2002-EXT-17 209967 Tap, 2-way, 9" extension, 1 GHz, 17 db
Regal RMT2002-EXT-20 209968 Tap, 2-way, 9" extension, 1 GHz, 20 db
Regal RMT2002-EXT-23 209969 Tap, 2-way, 9" extension, 1 GHz, 23 db
Regal RMT2002-EXT-26 209970 Tap, 2-way, 9" extension, 1 GHz, 26 db
Regal RMT2002-EXT-29 209971 Tap, 2-way, 9" extension, 1 GHz, 39 db
Regal RMT2002-EXT-32 209972 Tap, 2-way, 9" extension, 1 GHz, 32 db
Regal RMT2004-EXT-8 209973 Tap, 4-way, 9" extension, 1 GHz, 8 db
Regal RMT2004-EXT-11 209974 Tap, 4-way, 9" extension, 1 GHz, 11 db
Regal RMT2004-EXT-14 209975 Tap, 4-way, 9" extension, 1 GHz, 14 db
Regal RMT2004-EXT-17 209976 Tap, 4-way, 9" extension, 1 GHz, 17 db
Regal RMT2004-EXT-20 209977 Tap, 4-way, 9" extension, 1 GHz, 20 db
Regal RMT2004-EXT-23 209978 Tap, 4-way, 9" extension, 1 GHz, 23 db
Regal RMT2004-EXT-26 209979 Tap, 4-way, 9" extension, 1 GHz, 26 db
Regal RMT2004-EXT-29 209980 Tap, 4-way, 9" extension, 1 GHz, 39 db
Regal RMT2004-EXT-32 209981 Tap, 4-way, 9" extension, 1 GHz, 32 db
Regal RMT2008-EXT-11 209982 Tap, 8-way, 9" extension, 1 GHz, 11 db
Regal RMT2008-EXT-14 209983 Tap, 8-way, 9" extension, 1 GHz, 14 db
Regal RMT2008-EXT-17 209984 Tap, 8-way, 9" extension, 1 GHz, 17 db

Mfg. Model # TeleWire # Description
Regal RMT2008-EXT-20 209985 Tap, 8-way, 9" extension, 1 GHz, 20 db
Regal RMT2008-EXT-23 209986 Tap, 8-way, 9" extension, 1 GHz, 23 db
Regal RMT2008-EXT-26 209987 Tap, 8-way, 9" extension, 1 GHz, 26 db
Regal RMT2008-EXT-29 209988 Tap, 8-way, 9" extension, 1 GHz, 29 db
Regal RMT2008-EXT-32 209989 Tap, 8-way, 9" extension, 1 GHz, 32 db
Equipment Appendix
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Test Equipment
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Equipment Appendix
Mfg. Model # TeleWire # Description
Tempo 7B 214521 Sidekick - Measures intermittent resistance, AC/DC volts capacitive kick,
1134-5020 determines stressed noise, provides tone
Tempo 2521-5000 202524 Mini-TDR - Locates faults in UTP and coax up to 900 ft.
Tempo TR3120- 5000 701369 STEP-TDR - Locates faults within first half inch. Accurate within one-half inch.
Displays return loss in decibels at any cable point manually or automatically.
Tempo TR-3 207469 3-Tone Generator - Identifies 3 cable pairs
Tempo TR-4 701901 4-Tone Generator - Identifies 4 cable pairs
Tempo 1185-5001 701371 Voice Tagger - Uses voice response and tone to tag 9 conductors
Tempo 1185-5010 Voice Tagger - Uses voice response and tone to tag 17 conductors
Tempo 3110-5001 202541 Coax Tracer System (Tone and Probe) - Finds and traces tone through sheath
and at end can find a short by inductively tracing
Tempo 1114-5011 700407 Hunter Probe - Detects tracer tone and a warble tracer tone. Also connects
to butt sets
Test-Um LB200 703724 Testset, Lil' Buttie w/headset & piercing clip set for tone &
pulse dialing, last # redial, electronic ringer, and caller ID
Test-Um LB200 703728 Testset, Lil' Buttie w/headset & bed of nails set for tone
& pulse dialing, last # redial, electronic ringer, and caller ID
Harris-Dracon TS30 212550 Telephone Butt Set - Tone, pulse, polarity, mute, last #, 20' drop, rain
30800-009 safe, data safe to monitor w/o disturbing traffic, Ang. Bed-of-Nails clips
Harris-Dracon TS22 240777 Telephone Butt Set - Tone, pulse, polarity, mute, last #, drop safe (20'),
22800-009 rainsafe, amplified speaker, audible ringer, Angled Bed-of-Nails clips
Harris-Dracon TS22 240776 Telephone Butt Set - Same as 22800-009 but with Angled
22800-001 Piercing Pin Clips

Mfg. Model # TeleWire # Description
Harris-Dracon TS22 701757 Telephone Butt Set - Same as 22800-009 but with 346A plug and Angled
22800-004 Bed-of-Nails
Harris-Dracon TS22A 141464 Telephone Butt Set - All TS22 features plus 2-way speaker phone and Angled
22801-009 Bed-of-Nails
Harris-Dracon TS22AL 208080 Telephone Butt Set - All TS22 features plus 2-way speaker phone, data lockout
22804-009 and Angled Bed-of-Nails
Equipment Appendix
Harris-Dracon 10210-100 208122 Adapter, modular "Banjo" 4-wire
Harris-Dracon 10220-100 208105* Adapter, modular "Banjo" 6-wire
Harris-Dracon 10230-100 208121 Adapter, modular "Banjo" 8-wire
Tempo 1087-5000 Adapter, modular "Banjo" 4-wire
Tempo 1085-5000 702631 Adapter, modular "Banjo" 6-wire
Tempo 1190-5000 207469 Adapter, modular "Banjo" 8-wire
Ideal 62-094 Adapter, modular "Banjo" 4-wire
Ideal 62-096 702438 Adapter, modular "Banjo" 6-wire
Ideal 62-098 Adapter, modular "Banjo" 8-wire
Progressive 200C 076084 Belt Case - Holds 200B or 200EP
Progressive 200B 093664 Inductive Amp - For any tone gen. to ID conductor w/o contact
Progressive 200EP 133388 Inductive amp. like 200B, w/volume, attaches to butt set
Sadelco 800CLI Leakage, scanning SLM w/display, one or more channels can
Display Max be tested at a time 5-862MHz
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Test Equipment

Test Equipment
Items designated with (*) can be found in the TekPak Tool Kit.
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Equipment Appendix
Mfg. Model # TeleWire # Description
Sadelco 800 604844 Minimax - Signal level meter-5-862MHz – one channel at a time
Just Drop PT2 701430 Pocket Toner 2-tone tests for shorts and continuity; LED,
all metal "shirt pocket" size, RF only
Just Drop PT2-TOTAL 701431 PT2 plus RJ11, 66, RCA, BNC, F, F-alligator clip, w/belt case
Progressive 701K 604820* Tone and Probe Kit - Identifies single bundle conductors
Progressive 100B 075758 Tone Test Set w/o Case - Tone, polarity, AC/DC confirmation
Progressive 402K 241109 Cable Tone Test Set - Tones through splitters, identifies non-tagged cable drops
Progressive 501 105450 Tracker II - Traces and determines depth of conductors and metal pipes up
to 4,000' range, 7' depth – active or inactive
Progressive 3001 Caller ID test set
Progressive 77HP 604819 Tone Generator - Warble tone continuity and polarity testing – 2 line RJII
Progressive 77CS 202984 Case - For 77HP
Sperry DM-2A 145416* Digital Multimeter - AC, DC, ohms, economy
Sperry DM-8400 145420 Digital Multimeter - DCV, DCA, ACV, ACA ohms, 36 ranges
Sperry DSA-450 TRMS 145415 Digital Volt Meter - Tests voltage, current resistance, continuity
Sperry DM-8700 145421 Digital Multimeter - DCV, DCA, ACV, ACA, ohms, true RMS
Sperry DM-8A 153204 Digital Multimeter - DCV, DCA, ACV, ACA, ohms, CAP
Sperry SP-152A 153203 Analog Multimeter - DCV, DCA, ACV, ACA, ohms, db pocket size

Equipment Appendix
The TekPak – Telephony Premises Installation Tool Kit
Provides quality tools for common voice, video and data installations
from the Voice Port NIU to the end device. Model #TPE1
Voice Port Provisioning Functions
Mounting and testing Cable installation
– Screwdrivers–flat, Phillips,
nut, security – Twisted pair preparation
– Level – Coax preparation
– Stud sensor – Coax connector installation
Horizontal Wiring
Cutters and strippers Banjo, VOM
RJ11, RJ45, Scotchlok crimpers Probe pic, 18" drill bits
Punch down tool w/66,110 blades Industrial flashlight
Tone and probe kit Measuring tape
Tool Bag
Rugged fabric
Wide zippered top opening for quick access and security
Extra inside space for additional equipment
Outer pockets for fast job site access
Top handles and shoulder strap
D-ring for butt set
9" x 16" sturdy flat bottom Tools
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Tools
Items designated with (*) can be found in the TekPak Tool Kit.
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Equipment Appendix
Mfg. Model # TeleWire # Description
Klein 5142 007297 Bag, canvas utility
BAT D-CELL 027058 Battery, alkaline D cell
BAT D-CELL 211875* Battery, heavy duty D cell
Klein 5202-XL 241412 Belt, leather tool 46" - 54"
MONARCH MDB1418BH 209732 Bit, drill 1/4" x 18" bell hanger
MONARCH MDB1418BHCT 209736 Bit, drill 1/4" x 18" bell hanger carbide
MONARCH MDB1418MR 209923 Bit, drill 1/4" x 18" bell masonry
MONARCH MDB1418MRH 209744 Bit, drill 1/4" x 18" masonry - sq. shank
MONARCH MDB3818BH 209734 Bit, drill 3/8" x 18" bell hanger
MONARCH MDB3818BHCT 209384* Bit, drill 3/8" x 18" bell hanger carbide
MONARCH MDB3818MR 209926* Bit, drill 3/8" x 18" masonry
MONARCH MDB3818MRH 209746 Bit, drill 3/8" x 18" masonry - sq. shank
MONARCH MDB3824BH 209735 Bit, drill 3/8" x 24" bell hanger
MONARCH MDB51618BH 209733 Bit, drill 5/16" x 18" bell hanger
MONARCH MDB51618BHCT 209737 Bit, drill 5/16" x18" bell hanger carbide
MONARCH MDB51618MR 209925 Bit, drill 5/16" x 18" masonry
MONARCH MDB51618MRH 209745 Bit, drill 5/16" x 18" masonry - sq. shank
MONARCH MDB1218BHCT 209415 Bit drill, 1/2" x 18" bell hanger carbide

Mfg. Model # TeleWire # Description
DeWalt DB200 214525 Cleaner, vacuum dust buster
Digicon 202480-02 202482 Compression tool for Digicon RG59/RG6 Universal F
Digicon LCCT-1 213859* Compression tool for Digicon "S" series RG59/RG6 Universal F
Regal VTMRJ45RJ11 213833 Crimper, ratchet for RJ45 and RJ11, cuts and strips wire
Equipment Appendix
Steren 300-568 208782* Crimper, ratchet for RJ45 and RJ11, cuts and strips wire
Ideal 30-496 208702 Crimper, for RJ45 and RJ11 cuts and strips wire
Klein 1006 034214 Crimper, 9 3/4" for securing spade lugs onto 10-22 AWG wire
Klein D234-6C 021708* Crimper, for use on Scotchlok®** connectors, 6" side-cutting, w/coil spring
3M E-9Y 008223 Crimper, for use on Scotchlok®** connectors
Dewalt DW954K-2 211172 Drill, HD 14.4 volt 3/8" adjustable clutch, compact, portable
Dewalt DW991K-2 209507 Drill, HD 14.4 volt, 3/8", adjustable clutch, full size, portable
Ray-O-Vac IN2-MS 135103* Flashlight, 2 cell D size orange
Klein 807-18 007922 Hammer, 14" electricians, 18 oz. straight claw
Harris 11024-030 701075 Kit, telecom kit with can wrench, impact tool, scissors, and knife
TPE1 702500 Kit, TekPak - tools and test for telephone premises installations – see p. 179
Klein 44200 050160 Knife, cable splicer's 1 3/4" blade
** SCOTCHLOK is a registered trademark of the 3M Company
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Tools

Tools
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Equipment Appendix
Mfg. Model # TeleWire # Description
Klein 44100 007960* Knife, utility
Klein 930-9 007961* Level, 9" aluminum torpedo
Klein 630-1/4 008577* Nutdriver, 1/4" soft black handle - Color code RED (for VP)
Klein 631 008586 Nutdriver, set of 7 (3/16" - 1/2")
Klein D213-9NE 008489 Pliers, 9 1/4" side cutting
Klein D252-6 008513* Pliers, 6" diagonal cutting
Klein D338-5 1/2C 600662 Pliers, curved needle nose 60°, 5 1/2"
Klein D320-4 1/2C 207557* Pliers, curved needle nose 60°, 4 5/8"
Klein 5164 007299 Pouch, Electricians tool 8 - pocket
Harris 44600-000 036857* Probe, pic
Harris 10176-000 056665 Punchdown blade replacement, 110
Harris 10056-000 039387 Punchdown blade replacement, 66
Regal VBPD110 700152 Punchdown blade replacement, 110
Regal VBPD66 700151 Punchdown blade replacement, 66
Harris 10055-200 208118* Punchdown tool with 66 and 110 blades, D-814
Harris 10055-000 038369 Punchdown tool with 66 blades, D-814
Harris 10051-000 208119 Punchdown tool with no blades, D-814
Regal VTPD1100 213834 Punchdown tool w/110 blade
Regal VTPD66 213835 Punchdown tool w/66 blade

Equipment Appendix
Mfg. Model # TeleWire # Description
Ideal 35-487 706946 Punchdown tool with 66 blade
Ideal 45-497 702663 Punchdown blade replacement, 66
Ideal 35-485 702664 Punchdown tool with 110 blade
Ideal 35-495 704692 Punchdown blade replacement, 110
Klein 2100-7 008066* Scissors, 5" electricians w/19-23 AWG notches
Klein A000 702773* Screwdriver, 3/32" slotted for securing power cable into LPSU
Klein 603-3 008613* Screwdriver, 6 3/4" Phillips #1
Klein 601-3 008600* Screwdriver, 6 3/4" medium duty 3/16" slotted
PK Neuses N109 700096 Security, tool 5/32" pin & hex tamper proof
B-N UP-B22 244577* Security, tool 5/32" pin & hex tamper proof
B-N BN7510 702561 Security, tool 1/8" pin & hex tamper proof
Klein D2291 008566* Skinner, 6" long nose for 22 or 24 AWG wire
Klein 46037 075054 Splicer, kit (knife, notched scissors, holster)
Arrow T-59 604800 Stapler for insulated staples
Arrow T-25M 007890 Stapler T-25M
Arrow T-18 007889 Stapler T-18
Arrow 591188 604801 Staples, insulated clear, 5/16" wide
Arrow 591189BL 604802 Staples, insulated black, 5/16" wide
Arrow T-25-9/16 009809 Staples, 9/16" plain wire
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Tools

Tools
Items designated with (*) can be found in the TekPak Tool Kit.
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Equipment Appendix
Mfg. Model # TeleWire # Description
Arrow T-18-3/8 009797 Staples, 3/8" plain wire
Klein 1000 008215 Stripper, 10-22 AWG wire, cuts small bolts
Klein 1004 008123 Stripper-cutter, 5" w/spring light weight 12-26 AWG
Ideal 45-165 702408* Stripper, for removing twisted pair jacket
Klein 11045 210427* Stripper, wire solid 10-18 AWG
Klein 11046 077809* Stripper, wire stranded 16-26 AWG
Stanley 77-200 211862* Stud, sensor w/belt clip
Klein 11047 074610* Stripper, wire solid 22-30 AWG
Cooper 2312 136560* Tape, measuring 12" x 3/4", steel power return
MONARCH MTSW 211884* Wrench, can for 3/8" and 7/16"
Klein 68005 150372 Wrench, can for 3/8" and 7/16"
Condux 18151420 702398* Wrench, torque 20 in-lbs for F-fitting in Voice Port NIU
Lemco TQ-7/16-30 140009 Wrench, torque 30 in-lbs for F-fittings
Lemco TQG-7/16-40 211653 Wrench, torque 40 in-lbs for F-fittings
3M 2246 705494 Wrist strap, anti-static adjustable (for headend use)

Equipment Appendix
Mfg. Model # TeleWire # Description
Regal PW2402 700246 Wire, 1 pair cross connect 24 AWG Cat 3, twisted pair
Regal PW2404 700247 Wire, 2 pair cross connect 24 AWG Cat 3, twisted pair
Regal PW2406 700846 Wire, 3 pair cross connect 24 AWG Cat 3, twisted pair
Regal VW242C3G 213828 Wire, 2 pair 24 AWG Cat 3 Grey, twisted pair
Regal VW242C3BG 213829 Wire, 2 pair 24 AWG Cat 3 Beige, twisted pair
Regal VW222C3BG 213830 Wire, 2 pair 22 AWG Cat 3 Beige, twisted pair
Regal VW222C3G 213831 Wire, 2 pair 22 AWG Cat 3 Grey, twisted pair
Regal VW4PRCAT3 214429 Wire, 4 pair 24 AWG Cat 3 Grey, twisted pair
Regal VW4PRCAT3BG 700103 Wire, 4 pair 24 AWG Cat 3 Beige, twisted pair
Regal VW4PR24C3WH 700743 Wire, 4 pair 24 AWG Cat 3 White, twisted pair
Regal VW4PRCAT5 213832 Wire, 4 pair 24 AWG Cat 5 Grey, twisted pair
Regal VW4PRCAT5BG 700382 Wire, 4 pair 24 AWG Cat 5 Beige, twisted pair
Regal VW4PRCAT5EG 700849 Wire, 4 pair 24 AWG Cat 5E Grey, twisted pair
Regal VW25PRC3BG 700847 Wire, 25 pair 24 AWG Cat 3 Beige, twisted pair
Regal VW50PRC3BG 240693 Wire, 50 pair 24 AWG Cat 3 Beige, twisted pair
Regal VW100PRC3BG 700848 Wire, 100 pair 24 AWG Cat 3 Beige, twisted pair
Note: Additional wire types available
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Notes

ARRIS locations
global headquarters
united states
ARRIS 678-473-2000 11450 Technology Circle
Duluth, GA 30097
ARRIS TeleWire Supply 720-895-7000 9800 East Geddes Avenue
europe
Englewood, CO 80112
Amsterdam, 31-20-354-8000 Cessnalaan 55
Netherlands 1119 NK Schiphol-Rijk
The Netherlands
Barcelona, Spain 34-93-3789140 C/Solsones, 2, Planta 2 , Oficina 3A
Parque De Negocios "Mas Blau 1"
El Prat De Liobregat 08820
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