Data, Voice, and Video Cabling

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Cabling is one of the fastest changing technologies today, and this updated book addresses the latest developments in premises cabling, including wireless networks. The "hands on" processes used in the installation of data, voice, and video cabling are observed using minimal theory and liberal practical advice. A logical format that separates key concepts into specific sections minimizes confusion between the unique installation practices among the different technologies. Copper cabling is first discussed, including coax, telephone, and Cat 3 and Cat 5 LAN cabling. A section devoted to fiber optics then follows. Within each section, discussions progress from the basics to components, installation, and testing to assist in the development of individual skills.

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Excellent Introduction.......2006-07-12

This book is easy to read and covers most topics in a logical easy to follow format. I am a architect and needed a good starting point for understanding cabling installation and various types of low voltage wiring systems (voice, data, CCTV, security). The author emphasizes that this book is meant for practical application, but he does provides good coverage of basic theories without being like an engineering textbook. The discussion of how fiber-optics are transmitted was very helpful. If one already knows the basics, this book may not be useful but I found it a good overview of the subject.

Data, Voice, and Video Cabling.......2001-11-21

Very dissappointing. The video cabling section didn't discuss splitters, taps, attenuators, modulators,signal loss and many other areas of video installation. The other sections were somewhat better but also lacking in depth. I've learned more from reading the appendixes in the Leviton Catalog.

Excellently Writtten.......2001-11-02

I found this book to be written in a way that can be understood easily by the common "Joe". I've read many books on this subject and found that I wish I would have started with this one to begin with. It lays out the foundations of the infrastructure field in a descriptive and understandable way. Excellent choice.

An Instructors reveiw.......2000-12-21

I have been teaching fibre optics (Canadian Spelling for fiber) and communications for a number of years now, and I have read and used most every book available on the subject. I have been able to get something pertinent out of all of them. I have been using "Data, Voice and Video Cabling for some time now. The majority of the time my students are offered these books, not as a requirement of the course, but as a an option. (They are supplied during the course free of charge.)

Recently a class involved in an extensive training course asked about Homework. I suggested reading the issued text books by the next morning. (Big mistake) The next AM, I was inundated with questions and ideas about communications cabling. Further, I sold 12 of the VD&V books immediately. Most of my people had spent many hours reading over and reveiwing all required reading. These students were all eminently qualified instructors in a Communications, train-the-trainer course.

Many people assume that they can learn everything from books without the benifit of formal instruction. An unfortunate mistake. I have to deal with this attitude on a daily basis. However if you want to be close to this assumption, try this book. Always keep an open mind and try to refrain from the negativity.

An excellent and helpful book.......2000-12-21

This book is probably the best book on communications cabling I have seen. It covers copper cabling and fiber in different sections which makes it less confusing. It has lots of good pictures on how to actually install the cables.

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Telecommunications Cabling Installation
BICSI
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ASIN: 0071409793

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THE MOST USEFUL TOOL A CABLING INSTALLER CAN HAVE

There's an acute need for trained and qualified cable installers NOW. That's why industry leaders McGraw-Hill and BICSI have joined forces to provide the most reliable cable installation training manual available. Field-tested by tens of thousands of technicians in 85 countries, BICSI's Telecommunications Cabling Installation is the #1 choice for anyone needing clear cable installation guidelines, parameters, codes, terms, and acronyms. It is the clearest, most complete guide to the ins and outs of installing cable. It…
Breaks each task into bulleted steps
Provides to-the-point overviews of each task's place in "the big picture"
Focuses on pathways, spaces, associated hardware, and structured cabling systems to enable channel/link testing within buildings
Gives guidelines for installing supporting structures, pulling cable, firestopping, grounding, terminating, splicing, connecting, testing, troubleshooting, retrofitting, safety, and transmission
Covers LANs, twisted pair, fiber, Gigabit Ethernet --every system installers need to know
Helps reduce errors with handy checklists
More!

Customer Reviews:

Somewhat Obsolete.......2002-02-08

Many portions of this book (the 2nd edition) are obsolete. This is due to a new TIA cabling standard (568-B) which was ratified right around the time of this book's release in the Spring of 2001. BICSI has since released a 3rd edition in 3-ring-binder format, but McGraw-Hill has not as of yet released the hardcover of the 3rd edition. If you plan on buying this book, either get the 3rd edition through BICSI or wait for McGraw-Hill to publish a hardcopy of the 3rd edition. But before you buy, read on...

Other than the now obsolete portions of this book, it is accurate, but without many exercises or detailed labs in this volume, I'd have to agree with other reviewers here and call it "lacking detail." Perhaps a lab-book is where all the details went. I have also noticed that this book goes so far out of its way to be "vendor-neutral" that it sometimes uses terms that almost nobody in the industry would recognize. This edition also fails to mention some new cabling innovations that have been around since early 2000.

Finally, just one point of interest here; the primary reviewer who has give this book a 5-star rating has a vested interest in the book as well. He is listed in the acknowledgements section of this book, so take those comments with a grain-of-salt.

Obsolete Information.......2001-03-23

This book contains old and soon to be obsolete information. Another reviewer says in his review "Its my understanding that an update is in the works and it can only get better". He is right. According to BICSI, they have written and will soon be selling a new version of this book. But this is the old book! I purchased this book now I find out that a new version is about to be released. I can't believe they are selling old book and passing them off as new material.

Book is dissapointing.......2001-03-23

I was expecting a lot when I purchased this book. I have been in the cable installation industry for over 25 years. I was looking for a book to teach communication cabling installation to new employees and to other individuals thinking of entering the cabling installation industry. The book has two major problems. First, the book provides cabling specifications that are based on old TIA cabling standards. BICSI publishes other manuals that have more up to date information. Therefore, this book contradicts the latest TIA cabling standards and other information that is used by everyone in the cabling industry. Second, most of the book's content is filled with bulleted points organized into lists. I assume that these bulleted point must be important but there is virtually no meaningful expanation of what these bulleted points mean and why they are important. As a result, I read lots of pages but didn't learn any useful information from this book. If you purchase this book and think you will become a cabling expert, you won't!

Awesome Book.......2001-03-17

This book is a 'must have' for persons that are involved in the installation of Telecommunications cabling in comercial buildings. This book is probably the most complete assembling of pertinant information of its kind. I highly recommend this valuable resource.

Great Manual.......2001-03-14

I have reviewed this technical manual from its inception in 1996 to date. This is the second revision and is much more inclusive than the first edition. It is a "must have" for each installer/technician in the industry. Strongly recommend it.

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Electric Cables Handbook
G. F. Moore , and BICC Cables Ltd. Staff
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Electrical Power Cable Engineering: Second: Edition, (Power Engineering, 21)

ASIN: 0632040750

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Provides comprehensive coverage of all types of energy cables from wiring and flexible cables for general use, to distribution, transmission and submarine cables. It includes information on materials, design principles, installation and standards, with an extensive appendix of data on commonly used cable types. The Third Edition has been substantially revised with new sections of chapters on high temperature superconductivity, optical fibres in power transmission systems and communication cables.

Cisco Networking Academy Program Fundamentals of Voice and Data Cabling Companion Guide

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Good Basic Ground Work

Cisco Networking Academy Program Fundamentals of Voice and Data Cabling Companion Guide
Cisco Systems Inc. , Cisco Networking Academy Program , Cisco Systems Inc. , Cisco Networking Academy Program , and Aries Technology
Manufacturer: Cisco Press
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Cisco Networking Academy Program Fundamentals of Voice and Data Cabling Lab Companion

ASIN: 1587130874

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The Official Companion Guide of the Fundamentals of Voice and Data Cabling course within the Cisco Networking Academy Program

Maps to the most current Web-based course of the Fundamentals of Voice and Data Cabling
Prepares students for the BICSI Installer, Level I exam
Reinforces concepts learned through hands-on exercises

The Cisco Networking Academy Program's Fundamentals of Voice and Data Cabling curriculum was released in July 2002. The course is sponsored by Panduit, a leading provider of voice and data cabling equipment. The Companion Guide complements the Fundamentals of Voice and Data Cabling Web-based course as well the Lab Companion and Engineering Journal and Workbook from Cisco Press. The course and companion materials provide an introduction to the physical aspects of voice and data network cabling and installation. The review questions and exercises focus on cabling issues related to data and voice connections to provide an understanding of the industry and its worldwide standards, types of media and cabling, physical and logical networks, and signal transmission. This book will help students learn how to do the following: read network design documentation, set up part lists and purchase components, pull and mount cable, choose wiring closets, install jacks, and perform cable testing. Students will also develop skills in documentation, design, cable management, and troubleshooting installation issues, as well as laboratory and on-the-job safety. The hands-on approach and comprehensive coverage of topics in the Companion Guide will be part of a unique learning package that helps students prepare for the BICSI Registered Installer, Level 1 exam.

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Good Basic Ground Work.......2003-08-07

Together with its Lab Guide and Journal and excellent grounding in structured cabling. Recommended.

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Good Book
Not for the Do-it-Yourself(er)
Residential Cabling

Residential Network Cabling
BICSI
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ASIN: 0071382119

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Plan, sell, bid on, install, and upgrade home wiring for networked services

The industry explosion in whole-home wiring, also known as structured wiring, is a lucrative opportunity for cable installers, electricians, IT managers, and telecom equipment manufacturers to expand into the residential arena. Developed for BISCI’s internationally respected curriculum for Registered Residential Installers, Residential Network Cabling provides you with the most reliable residential network cabling manual available. This resource is compliant with NEC, FCC, ANSI/TIA/EIA, CEBus, Firewire, and Bluetooth standards and has been field-tested by tens of thousands of technicians in 85 countries. Here’s all the information and step-by-step training advice you need to master, including:

New installation

Upgrades

Integration for add-ons

Much more

Customer Reviews:

Good Book.......2007-02-09

This is an easy read if your in the business... Lots of standards of installation.

Not for the Do-it-Yourself(er).......2003-06-15

This book contains a wealth of valuable information, but it is not very accessible to a non-professional. It reads very much like a text book and might be a good resource if you really need to know the nuances of every type of cable needed in a Residential Structured Cabling System.

I purchased this book in hopes that it would have a little more Do-it-yourself information, but was disappointed. The largest problem in my opinion was the quality of the illustrations. There were plenty of line drawings, but they lacked detail and utility. It went into great detail on how to work with optical fiber but left it entirely to your imagination of how to work with Network, Television and Telephone cable.

The book is riddled with duplicated knowledge, (several sections are even repeated several times in the same chapter) and makes references to other publications that a home builder or electrician may have.

If you are looking for good resource on how to build your own home network/CATV/telephone structured cable system, look elsewhere. If you are familiar with the electrical or telecommunications fields and need a good reference it might suit your needs.

Residential Cabling.......2002-02-23

I attended the Pilot Training course of the same name taught by BICSI. The book very closely follows whatis in the course, and is required reading if you intend to take the BICSI exam. As technical books go, it is very easy to read. I would recomend this bookto anybody looing to get into the Residential Cabling Market.

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Great Book for Beginners or Experts
The worst book of its kind for this topic
Excellent choice for LAN network support folks

Premises Cabling
Donald J. Sterling , and Les Baxter
Manufacturer: Cengage Delmar Learning
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ASIN: 1401898203

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There is no better introduction to premises cabling, its components, and its varieties than this basic yet technically accurate presentation of structured cabling systems for both business and home. Now in its Third Edition, Premises Cabling has been updated and revised to reflect the latest developments in the industry, such as the Augmented Category 6 UTP cable, the 10GBASE-T Ethernet standard, application-oriented data center cabling, industrial cabling, wireless networks, and more. With the growing importance of standards-based systems, this book is built around various standards for generic cabling systems, such as TIA/EIA-569B for commercial buildings and -570B for homes.

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Great Book for Beginners or Experts.......2000-12-13

I have struggled writing Premises Cabling books when I worked for a Mid-state PA Co. Mr. Sterling brings an understanding to the subject matter that enbabled me to correctly help the audience that I was writing for and trying to reach with training information about cabling options. His expert guidance would enable both the novice and the expert to gain a deeper understanding and help them with their job and career. This is not an easy subject, yet Mr. Sterling makes it a pleasure to read and refer back to time and time again. Thanks for taking the time to put together such an informative and interesting book.

The worst book of its kind for this topic.......2000-04-27

I once owned this book and do not recommend it to anyone for any reason. I have several books of this topic and this book is by far the worst of the bunch. No details on planning, design, installation or support of network cabling. Just some worthless pictures on how the network cabling looks and works. If there is any redeeming factor to this book it almost shows how to crimp a RJ45 plug onto the end of a wire, but almost doesn't count and its not redeeming for this book.

I sold this book at an internet auction and I was glad to get rid of it for postage. Do not buy.

Excellent choice for LAN network support folks.......1998-06-12

I'm a non-engineer who began supporting LAN network infrastructure a couple of years ago. I've read a couple of other books on premises cabling and they all pretty much tell you the same kind of things, basic rules for cabling, tips, do's and don'ts. However, this book delves a little deeper into the electrical properties and gives you some needed insight into why certain practices are better than others. This is critical as the newer technologies are deployed and the tolerances of Cat5 cable begin to be stressed. It helps you cut through the gobbledy-gook of the marketeers, also.

Book covers all the basics, why structured cable, properties of Cat5 and fiber, connectors, OSI model, cross-connects, installation techniques, certification, etc.

Only criticism I have is that it was published in 1996 and that a new edition would be nice, especially after the Cat6 standards are finalized.

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*The #1 A-Z network and telecom cabling reference - 100% updated!
*New coverage! Fiber, home networking, cable modems, and much more
*WAN connections, xDSL wiring-even wireless networks
*Step-by-step planning, implementation, and management
*Systematic troubleshooting guide
*Quick-reference, task-oriented format!
*The professional's guide to computer and telecom cabling!
*Completely updated! Fiber, home networking, cable modems, wireless, and more
*Choosing the right vendors and products
*Great preparation for Network+ cable-related exam objectives!

The Cabling Handbook, Second Edition is a thorough, up-to-the-minute professional's guide to every aspect of LAN and telecommunications cabling, from planning through installation and management. From Category 5 twisted pair and fiber to the latest wireless LAN solutions, it's all here: standards, product comparisons, topology and architecture design, electrical and safety considerations, and more - including invaluable information for anyone preparing for CompTIA Network+ certification. This brand new second edition has been updated with extensive new coverage of fiber technologies, home networking, cable modems, and much more. Rely on this book for expert guidance on:

*Estimating the cost of cable plant upgrades
*Choosing the right installer and supervising installation
*Selecting the optimal cabling system and products
*Deploying wireless LANs with maximum reliability, coverage, throughput, and security
*Managing cable systems to minimize long-term costs and maximize long-term reliability
*Troubleshooting cable system problems rapidly and effectively

Expert John Vacca goes beyond LANs, reviewing key cable-related issues associated with campus networks, WANs, and the Internet. You'll find extensive coverage of cable management software and documenting cable systems. The book contains detailed listings of top cable installers, fiber optic cable manufacturers, cable labeling vendors, SCSI, and wireless LAN providers.

Whether you buy, sell, or manage cabling systems, you need to maximize quality and minimize disruption - now and for decades to come. One book shows you how: The Cabling Handbook, Second Edition.

Customer Reviews:

Cabling Handbook, The (2nd Edition).......2005-09-06

I received my book in record time and it has turned out to be a very rewarding purchase.

A good review reference to Telecom other than cabling........2001-11-18

If you are a new comer to the telecommunications and want to read on an overview go ahead you are in the right place. There isn't much information here about cabling, nothing ordinary. For cabling information you may want to check out James Trulove's LAN Wiring.

Cabling Handbook- or Not!.......2001-10-13

This second edition of Mr. Vacca's Cabling book is a big improvement over the first edition published in 1999.
This book contains a lot of good practical advise on telecommunications cabling, probably drawn from the author's practical experiences. Designing Cabling systems and cable installation sections are pretty good. However most of this information is also available in BICSI Telecommunications Distribution Methods Manuals, which you should already have a copy if you are working in the telecom field. I feel like a cabling book should have a lot more detail on cabling than topics like Virtual area networks, VPNs, Wireless future, Fiber optic electronics (instead, more info on Fiber cable installations here would be helpful). There are lot better books in those technical areas and you wander why a cabling book should include them. Also, a minimal amount of information is given on the testing cables; so I believe you would be doing better by reading ANSI/EIA/TIA-568-B.2 and B.3 standards. BICSI Telecommunications Cabling Manual for some more details on the subject. If you are planning to install a telecommunication system in an industrial facility and are not familiar with manufacturing environment please look for much more advice than you find here.

A very complete handbook.......2001-04-16

This is a very complete handbook from John Vacca, both for the beginner, in terms of explaining the various technologies, and for the expert, in understanding the complete picture.

Technical, practical, and completely readable.......2001-04-11

The second edition of John Vacca's Cabling Handbook goes even further beyond cabling than the first edition did.

I found the extensive information on wireless connectivity particularly informative, and the chapter on its futures (Bluetooth, UMTS, and practical implications) was eye-opening and fascinating.

On a more mundane level, fiber optic technology and implementation were explained such that I have a far better understanding than before. And I recommend reading through the very practical steps in the chapter on Implementation Plan Development. These will certainly reduce the problems encountered in network installations - physical, technical, and scheduling. Been there, done that...

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This concise, easy-to-use book is your single-source guide to electrical cables-- it's a "must-have" reference for journeyman electricians, contractors, inspectors and designers. Written in two parts, Cables and Wiring begins with chapters that illustrate acceptable methods for installing, splicing, and terminating power cables. The second part of Cables and Wiring is a complete reference to over 30 types of Underwriters Laboratories and National Electrical Code listed cable and wire. It includes information on available sizes, ampacities, temperature ranges, allowable installations, receiving and handling, and termination methods.

Wire, Cable, and Fiber Optics for Video and Audio Engineers

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Good For Facility Planners
The sensible book on cabling you're looking for
The wonderful world of wire.

Wire, Cable, and Fiber Optics for Video and Audio Engineers
Stephen H. Lampen
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Current, comprehensive, and undoubtedly practical, this unique reference will help engineers and technicians make more intelligent decisions with regard to capacity, speed, and cost parameters as they wire, design, and install modern media systems. Unlike other books which treat the topic theoretically, this guide clearly explains exactly what to do. It includes extensive and invaluable data charts on currently available wire, cable, and fiber, and covers all major A/V interconnection solutions.

Customer Reviews:

Good For Facility Planners.......2002-11-13

I bought this book before wiring up a major radio studio facility. I read the whole thing cover-to-cover. The parts about audio wiring and audio cables were well worth the money. I would recommend this book to audio engineers. In fact, this book was recommended to ME by a fellow radio engineer!

The sensible book on cabling you're looking for.......2000-05-26

It is so hard to find anything useful written on the top of audio cabling, especially when so much of it is marketing hype written by people whose understanding of electrical and audio engineering seems to have been derived from a careful study of science fiction. Lampen's book, on the other hand, is a handy, concise, and well illustrated reference for the guy (or gal) who needs to plug one sound creating doodad into another. And it's clear and well-written to boot!

The wonderful world of wire........1999-10-25

wow... what an eye opening book. i heartily recommend this text to anyone looking to learn more about the joys of wire.

Broadband in Indiana: wiring the last mile to Hoosiers.(Information Technology): An article from: Indiana Business Magazine

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Broadband in Indiana: wiring the last mile to Hoosiers.(Information Technology): An article from: Indiana Business Magazine
Kathy McKimmie
Manufacturer: Curtis Magazine Group, Inc.
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This digital document is an article from Indiana Business Magazine, published by Curtis Magazine Group, Inc. on December 1, 2003. The length of the article is 1270 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Broadband in Indiana: wiring the last mile to Hoosiers.(Information Technology)
Author: Kathy McKimmie
Publication: Indiana Business Magazine (Magazine/Journal)
Date: December 1, 2003
Publisher: Curtis Magazine Group, Inc.
Volume: 47 Issue: 12 Page: 25(4)

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