CABLING
Best Western Asia Cabling Guideline
Revision April 2019
Best Western Operations Asia
operationsasia@bestwestern.com
1 COMPLIANCE
1.1 The cabling system must support the latest ITU, ATM Forum, Gigabit Ethernet Alliance, IETF
and IEEE standards and conform to the latest standards as listed in the table below.
Standards Definition
ISO/IEC 11801:2002 IT Generic Cabling for Customer Premises(International).
EN 50173:2002 EN 50173: 2002 Customer Premises Cabling (European).
TIA/EIA 568B-2.1 Commercial Building Telecommunication Cabling Standard (N. America).
AS 3080 Australian Standards Premise Wiring.
Note: The national laws and regulations would take precedence over the standards
specified
1.2 All voice and data cabling systems must be supplied, installed and commissioned by a
reputable, certified Contractor.
1.3 All the cables must be tested for category 6 compliance by vendors.
1.4 Vendors must supply a detailed schematic diagram of the whole cabling structure.
1.5 The hotel’s administration network should be physically segregated from the guest network,
and all the terminal nodes should be indicated whether they are for administration use or guest
use.
2 GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
2.1 The cabling system must be designed in accordance with the following generic structure as
shown below.
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2.2 All horizontal wiring must run to a patch panel so that live connections can be cross
connected with any station location. This may be located in the Computer Room or IDF.
2.3 For distances over 100m from the Data Center to the IDF, two vertical cores of fiber are
required for every 40 horizontal locations (each location may service up to 4 devices).
2.4 Horizontal CAT6 must not exceed another 100m from the IDF.
2.5 Horizontal data/POS must not exceed 90 meters from the Computer Room (if direct) or
designated IDF (allowing 5 meters either end for cross connections and outlet fly lead).
2.6 Horizontal cabling must run to the closest IDF (or preferably, directly to the Communications
Centre).
2.7 All cabling into rack cabinets shall enter the base of the cabinets at low level in all cases.
2.8 All cabling should be installed with a surplus slack of one to two meters at rack cabinets and
500 mm at outlets. The surplus cable should be coiled neatly on tray inside the rack with attention
given to bend radius.
2.9 Cabling must be run in dedicated communication skirting ducts, cable trays and cable ducts
at all times. The following methods must be used to support the entire length of the run:
• Catenary wire support system
• Conduit or duct system
• Cable tray
2.10 Joints in cables are to be avoided at all times. Joints associated with optical Fiber pigtails
are permissible.
2.11 Wherever a change of direction occurs in cable runs, cable shall be curved with a minimum
inner radius of bend as shown below.
2.12 Where cables of different sizes run together the minimum radius of bend for all cables shall
be that applicable to the largest cable in the group.
2.13 Cables shall be anchored immediately before the start and after the finish of the bend.
Minimum inner radius of bend for communication cables:
Cable Minimum Inner Radius of Bend (mm)
Coaxial cables 10 times the outer sheath diameter
Twisted pair cables 8 times the outer sheath diameter
Optical Fiber cabling 20 times the outer sheath diameter
2.14 All communications cables shall be supported by approved anchors with a maximum
distance between anchors as follows:
Cable Type Horizontal Run (mm) Vertical Run (mm)
Copper 250 500
Copper cables on cable tray 750 500
FiberOptic 250 300
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3 GUEST ROOM TELEPHONE CABLING
3.1 Each guestroom should be wired with one 4-pair, category 6 cable per extension as per the
above table.
3.2 At the telephone location the cable should be terminated with RJ45 flush mounted modular
jack sockets.
3.3 In the bathroom, the connection should be hidden/covered to avoid water
damage.
3.4 All horizontal cabling for each room should be terminated at the riser using RJ-45 connectors
to a patch panel. If the telephone system is analog, the patch panel should be jumpered to a krone
block that is connected to the MDF. This allows the flexibility to easily patch to a network switch if
Necessary
3.5 From the IDF all pairs should be connected via category 6 or Optical fiber riser cables to the
hotel main distribution panel in the computer/PABX room and terminated again on Krone strip
connectors.
3.6 Telephone cabling should use intact CAT6 cables. Cables should not be ‘spilt’ to support
multiple analog phones.
4 GUEST ROOM DATA CABLING
4.1 Each guestroom must be equipped with a separate category 6 type data socket at the desk.
4.2 This should be wired independently of the telephone wiring in the room and be terminated in
a RJ45 modular jack socket at desk height.
4.3 From the socket standard category 6 cabling should then be run to the IDF, where it must be
connected to category 6 or Optical Fiber riser cable terminated on the patch panel in the computer
room.
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5 GUEST ROOM TELEVISION/IPTV CABLING
5.1 Where there is the ability to provide Television and/or IPTV services over
a CAT6 network
5.1.1 Each guestroom should be equipped with a separate category 6 type data socket
at the location of each Television in the guest room.
5.1.2 This should be wired independently of the telephone wiring in the room and be
terminated in a RJ45 modular jack socket at desk height.
5.1.3 From this socket standard category 6 cabling should then be run to the IDF, where
it must be connected to category 6 or Optical fiber riser cable terminated on the
patch panel in the computer room.
5.2 Where there no ability to provide Television and/or IPTV services over a
CAT6 network
5.2.1 Each guestroom should be equipped with a separate RF socket at the location of
each Television in the guest room.
5.2.2 From this socket standard RF coaxial cabling should then be run to the MATV
directly.
5.2.3 RF Coaxial cable should not be connected or merged with other cable types or
technologies, such as RF Coaxial to Fiber.
6 OTHER TELEPHONE CABLING
6.1 Apart from the guestrooms and office areas, there will be locations (such as house
phones, lobby phones etc.) which only require a single telephone point for wall
mounted or tabletop telephone sets.
6.2 These should be wired with standard category 6 type cabling terminated in flush
mounted (for table top sets) or hidden (for wall mounted sets) RJ45 jack sockets.
6.3 All cables should then terminate in the nearest floor distribution cabinet on Krone
strip connectors and via the category 6 or Optical fiber riser cables connect to the
hotel main distribution frame in the Computer/PABX room.
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7 ADMINISTRATION CABLING
7.1 Accept in the following locations, each user location should be equipped with a
minimum of 2 x category 6 cables terminated in RJ45 flush mounted jack sockets
(preferably in a single faceplate).
7.2 The following is a guideline on the number of additional cables and
terminations required:
Front Desk Reception stations – 4 x data terminations
Lounge Reception station – 4 x data terminations
Concierge station – 4 x data terminations
POS workstation outlets – 2 x data terminations
POS cashier stations – 4 x data terminations
POS kitchen printer locations – 2 x data terminations
7.3 The category 6 cables are to wired back to a central patch panel in the
computer/PABX room again terminating to standard RJ45 connectors.
8 MEETING ROOM CABLING
8.1 The number of points in each room will depend on the size of the meeting room, but
as a minimum 2 flush mounted RJ45 jack sockets should be installed on each wall
with the exception of the wall with the entrance (6 sockets per room).
8.2 To facilitate connections for conference helpdesks etc. 2 x RJ45 flush mounted
sockets should be installed outside of the room next to the entrance door or at the
nearest suitable location.
8.3 All points should then be wired back to RJ45 connections in the central patch panel
in the computer/PABX room using standard category 6 cabling.
8.4 If the distance between the meeting rooms and the patch panel exceeds the limit of
90 meters, as sub-panel should be installed and connections wired through on a
one-to-one basis.
9 WIRELESS LOCATIONS
9.1 The location of wireless connections and equipment will depend on the building
layout and can only be determined on completion of a review of the plans and onsite
survey.
9.2 As a minimum 1 x flush mounted RJ45 jack sockets should be installed at the
proposed location of each wireless device.
9.3 All points should then be wired back to RJ45 connections in the central patch panel
in the computer/PABX room using standard category 6 cabling.
9.4 If the distance between the meeting rooms and the patch panel exceeds the limit of
90 meters, as sub-panel should be installed and connections wired through on a
one-to-one basis.
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10 MARKING AND LABELS
10.1 Horizontal Cabling
10.1.1 All outlets installed shall be labeled using securely affixed labels.
10.1.2 The numbering scheme shall identify the floor distribution cabinet where the
cable originates and its location on the patch panel.
10.1.3 Each outlet shall be allocated a unique number.
10.1.4 All horizontal cabling shall be tagged at each end, 100 mm from the jack or
termination, to identify the cable origin.
10.1.5 Tags shall be wrap around style permanent labels attached over the
insulation sheath and be clearly visible.
10.2 Backbone Cabling
10.2.1 All backbone cables shall be tagged at 5 m intervals when travelling
horizontally, at each floor when travelling vertically, and 100 mm from the
termination points.
10.2.2 Tags shall be wrap around style permanent labels.
10.2.3 The numbering scheme shall identify the origin and destination of each cable.
10.2.4 Each cable shall be allocated a unique number.
10.3 Cable Tray
10.3.1 All cable trays shall be clearly labeled at 5 m intervals when travelling
horizontally and at each floor when travelling vertically.
10.3.2 Labels shall be securely affixed engraved plastic labels. The label text shall
read Communications Services Only or similar.
10.3.3 For horizontal tray travelling through the ceiling space, labels shall be affixed
to the underside of the tray in such a manner as to be clearly visible and legible
when viewed from the floor.
10.3.4 For horizontal tray travelling through under floor space, labels shall be affixed
to the tray in such a manner as to be clearly visible and legible when viewed from
the floor.
10.3.5 For tray travelling vertically through risers or similar, labels shall be affixed to
the tray at eye-height and in such a manner as to be clearly visible and legible.
10.4 Numbering Scheme
10.4.1 All outlets shall be allocated a six character number of the format
BBLLNN, where: BB is a two character building designation LL is the
level number NN is an outlet number
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11 CABINETS AND ACCESSORIES
11.1 General
11.1.1 Leads and cords should be of the following length UTP Patch Leads - 2 m
length, quantity equivalent to the number of outlets UTP Fly Leads - 2 m length,
quantity equivalent to the number of outlets Optical Fiber patch cords - 3m length,
quantity equivalent to half the number of patch outlets
11.1.2 Patch cords, fly leads and equipment leads shall be provided in the colours
nominated below:
Services Color
Voice Green
Data - Ethernet Red
Others Blue
11.1.3 All patch, fly and equipment lead cordage shall be round consisting of 24
gauge tinned copper wire, stranded conductors insulated with solid polyolefin,
twisted into individual pairs and jacketed with flame retardant PVC.
11.2 Crimping Procedure
11.2.1 Only factory crimped patch and fly leads will be accepted.
11.3 Equipment Racks
11.3.1 Wall Mounted Three Part Swivel
11.3.1.1 Equipment racks shall be housed in a dust proof, epoxy powder
coated steel cabinet. The cabinet shall be:
• Wall mounted distribution enclosures
• Designed based on a three part swivel arrangement
• Minimum 36 RU high
• Minimum depth of 515 mm
11.3.1.2 Wall section shall have the following features:
• 5 to 40 mm separation from the wall to enable cable routing behind the
enclosure
• Provided with gland plates including brush inserts for top and bottom
cable entry
• Provided with two vertical mounting rails and two C profile rail
horizontally fitted for cable clamping
• Constructed of 1.6 mm sheet steel minimum
11.3.1.3 Hinged section/center section shall have the following features:
• Provided with two 19" mounting angles with infinitely depth variable with
25 mm pitch pattern
• Constructed of 1.6 mm sheet steel minimum
11.3.1.4 Front door section shall have the following features:
• Constructed from extruded aluminum, with die cast corners, or steel
• 3 mm Perspex panel, minimum
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• Provided with mechanical barrel type lock
• Provided with two sets of mechanical keys
11.3.1.5 Electrically earthed
11.3.1.6 Provided with a six way power rail minimum
11.3.1.7 Provided with two component shelves
11.3.1.8 Have all joints welded with continuous seam welds which have
been ground flush after fabrication
11.3.1.9 Provided with suitable means of securing the complete assembly to
walls
11.3.1.10 Contain cable entries, sized to suit the cables specified and
positioned to suit the site conditions
11.3.1.11 Be arranged for complete front access and rear access via three
part swivel
11.3.1.12 Equipment rack clearance shall be as follows:
• Front access 1000 mm clearance
• Single side access 800 mm clearance
11.3.1.13 Optical fiber termination unit shall allow for termination of at least
48 fibers using the designated connector while occupying no more than 250
mm wide x 250 mm high x 100 mm deep when fully installed
11.3.1.14 The optical fiber terminations shall be installed such that the front
doors of the communications enclosure can be fully closed and lockable
without any interference of equipment or cabling within the enclosure.
11.3.2 Communications Room Based
11.3.2.1 Equipment racks shall be housed in a dust proof, epoxy powder
coated steel cabinet. The cabinet shall be:
• Floor mounted distribution enclosures
• 45 RU high
• A minimum depth of 600 mm
• Suitable for free-standing or bayed data installations
11.3.2.2 Front door section shall have the following features:
• Constructed from extruded aluminum, with die cast corners or steel
• mm. Perspex panel, minimum
• Provided with mechanical barrel type locks
• Provided with two sets of mechanical keys
11.3.2.3 Rear door section shall have the following features:
• Constructed from solid sheet steel, 1.6 mm minimum
• Vented
• Provided with mechanical barrel type locks
• Front and rear door to be the same lock on each equipment rack
• Provided with two sets of mechanical keys
11.3.2.4 Provided with four roof mounted fans, no loss of installation height
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11.3.2.5 Such that all doors shall close with all patch leads and cables
associated with the housed equipment in the rack
11.3.2.6 Provided with suitable clearance to ensure that the closure of the
door shall not interfere with any device within the enclosure
11.3.2.7 Electrical earthed
11.3.2.8 Provided with a twenty way power rail minimum
11.3.2.9 Provided with three slotted component shelves
11.3.2.10 Provided with internal cable tray along the entire height, 150 mm
wide each side
11.3.2.11 Be provided with suitable means of securing the complete
assembly to floors and/or walls
11.3.2.12 Be fitted with approved means of supporting all cabling with
bushed holes between compartments
11.3.2.13 Be provided with removal panels, escutcheon plates and covers
at the front
11.3.2.14 Have 50 mm, minimum, wiring space on any side where
terminations are made, the wiring space being increased to suit the
quantities and types of cables entering and leaving the equipment rack
11.3.2.15 Contain cable entries, sized to suit the cables specified and
positioned to suit the site conditions
11.3.2.16 Be arranged for complete front and rear access
11.3.2.17 Equipment rack clearance shall be as follows:
• Front access 1000 mm clearance
• Rear access 800 mm clearance
• Side access, where applicable, 600 mm clearance
11.3.2.18 Optical fiber termination unit shall allow for termination of at least
48 fibers using the designated connector while occupy no more than three
rack units (RU).
11.3.2.19 The optical fiber terminations shall be installed such that the front
doors of the equipment rack can be fully closed and lockable without any
interference of equipment or cabling within the enclosure.
11.3.3 Distribution Frames
11.3.3.1 Provide a distribution frame in each Telecommunication’s Closet
for the termination of horizontal and backbone UTP cabling.
11.3.3.2 Distribution frames shall:
• Be capable of pair management and of same type and manufacture as
the voice grade cabling patch frames
• Provide pair management patching whereby each pair associated with
an outlet can be patched independently
• Be a 110 type solution or equivalent
• Be wall mounted
• Provide termination of permanently installed cabling, i.e., horizontal and
backbone UTP cabling, by means of insulation displacement contacts
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• Be provided with color coded labels for every cable termination to identify
the designation of the cable
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11.3.3.3 Colors required for termination fields are
as follow:
Color of
Field
Label
Horizontal cabling White
Telephone backbone cabling Yellow
Category 6 tie cabling Orange
Equipment cabling (to network) Blue
11.3.3.4 Provide horizontal and vertical cable management rings for the
management of patch cords.
11.3.3.5 The management rings shall be placed at adequate intervals to
provide management of all cords on the frame and so that no strain is
placed on cords.
11.3.3.6 Provide with each distribution frame a record book and record book
holder.
12 OUTLETS
12.1 Flush mount telecommunication outlets shall be used for wall mounted outlets and
wherever else possible.
12.2 Where space does not permit mounting of a flush face plate, modular surface
mounted boxes shall be used.
12.3 Dust cover/blanks shall be provided for unused jacks.
12.4 Flush plates shall be mounted on skirting wiring duct cover section, metal wall box
for outlets in masonry walls or metal mounting brackets for outlets in plasterboard
lined stud walls.
13 DATA CONNECTORS
13.1 Data connectors should be RJ45 jacks.
13.2 The contacts for copper wire terminations shall comply to the following:
• Insulation resistance - more than 500 mOhm.
• Contact resistance - less than 1 milliOhm.
• Contacts shall not be prone to corrosion.
• Be capable of withstanding at least 750 insertion and withdrawal cycles
13.3 All jacks must be correctly oriented to avoid dust and particles settling on the
contacts.
13.4 All cabling terminations shall be fully supported and impose no strain on termination
contacts.
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14 TESTING
14.1 UTP Cables
14.1.1 As a minimum, the following tests shall be carried out for all outlets:
• Cable pair tests for correct sequence and continuity of pairs
• DC loop resistance
• Attenuation
• Near end cross talk
• Mutual capacitance
• Cable length, via time domain reflectometry
• Link testing to ensure compliance with Class D link performance
14.2 Optical Fiber Testing
14.2.1 The attenuation of splices shall be 0.1 dB or better.
14.2.2 A log book shall be kept of all tests. The log book shall include details of
each test, the tester model and serial number, and the date.
14.2.3 All installation OTDR tests shall be performed on Fiber optic cable in
accordance with the following:
• The first Fiber from every Fiber optic run shall have a TDR measurement
performed where the Fiber run is in excess of 90metres
• A 500 meter launch buffer shall be used during all OTDR tests
• The drum number shall appear on the OTDR test result sheets
• OTDR testing shall be conducted at 850 nm and 1300 nm wavelength
• The correct core refractive index value shall be set to allow an accurate
measurement of Fiber distance by the OTDR. The manufacturer’s suggested
value of core refractive index shall be used
• An OTDR pulse width of 2 nm shall be used
• Waveform averaging shall be used to improve measurement. A value of 1024
averages shall be used for all OTDR measurements
14.2.4 All installation link loss tests shall be performed on Fiber optic cable in
accordance with the following:
• The end to end link loss shall be measured at both 850 nm and 1300 nm
wavelengths
• Each Fiber optic core within each cable shall be tested
• The link loss test shall be performed in both directions
• The link loss from end A towards end B shall not differ by more than 0.5 dB to the
measurement from end B to end A
• An optical light source and an optical power meter shall be used to perform these
tests
14.2.5 Calculate the expected end to end link loss for each cable drum and use
these as a basis for testing
14.2.5.1 The calculations shall be performed in accordance with the following
formula
14.2.5.2 The end-to-end link loss shall not exceed the value calculated using the
formula:
ELL = (FL x FA) + SCL1 + DCL2 where:
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ELL = End to end Link Loss (in dB)
FL = Fiber Length (in km obtained from OTDR measurements)
FA = Fiber Attenuation (in dB/km from data sheets supplied from the
cable manufacturer) SCL1 = Source Connector Loss (in dB)
DCL2 = Detector Connector Loss (in dB)
15 Warranty
15.1 Should be warranted with respect to materials, installation, labor and performance
for a minimum period of fifteen years from the time of practical completion.
15.2 The warranty should cover cabling, hardware components and applications.
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