Wiring for Wireless Sites

First Edition
Author: Ira Wiesenfeld

Wiring for Wireless Sites is one of only a handful of concise, yet highly technical information resources devoted exclusively to teaching readers the ins and outs of installing equipment in a wireless site.

A "go to" resource for site planning engineers and technicians, as well as professionals already in the radio and wireless installation and maintenance business, this book virtually eliminates hours of time linking generic electrical/electronic circuit theory to manufacturer-specific descriptions of cables before moving on to actual installation.

Comprehensive coverage spans the spectrum, from equipment layout and wiring through grounding and lighting protection. Helpful learning aids are also included in every chapter to guide readers to new levels of expertise.

Features:

• all-inclusive coverage includes detailed information to guide users to successful AC power wiring, RF cabling, private line telephone wiring, fiber optic wiring, and more!
• safety precautions allow novices to develop sound and professional work practices as they gain new knowledge and hands-on skills
• the importance of testing and documentation is emphasized, with specific procedures and guidelines included in nearly every chapter
• objectives, summaries and review questions focus attention on key points, allowing readers to gauge their understanding of key concepts and cabling techniques presented in the book

Contents:

Introduction

Wireless Sites
Objective
Introduction
What makes a site?
Buildings at the base of a tower
Part of the upper floor of a building
Equipment at a site
Power Requirements
Air Conditioning Requirements
Wiring
Lighting
Lightning Protection
Security
RF Safety
Licenses required for installation
Acceptance Test procedure
Summary
Questions for review
Questions

Equipment Layout
Objective
Introduction
Safety Precaution
Equipment placement
Cable Entrances
Overhead structure
Raised floor
Anchoring equipment
Weight loading
Drawings
Summary
Questions for review
Questions

Equipment Wiring
Objective
Introduction
Inter-bay Wiring
External Wiring
Cables
Connectors
Labels
Drawings
Testing of the Wiring
Summary
Questions for Review
Question

AC Power Wiring
Objective
Introduction
National Electrical Code
Safety Precaution
Licenses Required for Wiring
AC Requirements
Load Center
UPS
Connectors
Power Outlets
Lighting
Ground and Neutral
Tower Lights
Lightning Protection
Testing
Documentation
Summary
Questions for review
Questions

48VDC Wiring
Objective
Introduction
Safety Precaution
Battery string
Charger
Connectors
Cables
Power Distribution Panels
Fuses
Alarms
Testing
Documentation
Summary
Questions for review
Questions

RF Cabling
Objective
Introduction
Safety Precaution
Cable Loss
Cables
Connectors
Jumpers
Lightning Protectors
Testing
Summary
Questions for review
Questions

Antenna Installation
Objective
Introduction
Disclaimer on Installation and Climbing
Safety
Antenna Types
Mountings
Installation techniques
Connector Types
Protection of Cables
Testing
Summary
Questions for Review
Question

Telephone Wiring
Objective
Introduction
Telephone Lines
Telephone Stations
Wiring
Connectors
Jumpers
Lightning Protection
Summary
Questions for review
Questions

Private Line Wiring
Objective
Introduction
Telephone Lines
Telephone Stations
Wiring
Connectors
Jumpers
Lightning Protection
Summary
Questions for review
Questions

Grounding
Objective
Introduction
Why do we need a Ground?
What is a Ground?
Tower Ground
Outside Ring Ground
Inside Ring Ground
Ground Bus
Equipment Grounding
Coaxial Cable Grounding
Other Equipment Grounding
Cables
Connectors
Cadwelds
Summary
Questions for Review
Questions

Lightning Protection
Objective
Introduction
Why do we need Lightning protection?
Cables
Connectors
AC Protection
Telephone Line Protection
Private Line Protection
Coaxial Cable Protection
Summary
Questions for Review
Question


Low Voltage Wiring
Objective
Introduction
Data circuits
Alarms
Sensors
Cables
Connectors
Low Voltage Wiring License
Summary
Questions for Review
Question


Fiber Optic Wiring
Objective
Introduction
Equipment Requirements
Safety Precautions
Connector Types
Protection of Fiber Cables
Cleaning
Testing
Summary
Questions for Review
Question

Appendix

Index

352 Pages - 8 x 9-1/4 in.