Specifications

St. David Catholic School Manning Architects
Gym and Classroom Replacement N10.024.00
New Orleans, Louisiana July 20, 2012
VIDEO SURVEILLANCE 16760 -9
D. Splices, Taps, and Terminations: For power and control wiring, in junction, pull, and outlet
boxes; terminal cabinets; and equipment enclosures. Tighten electrical connectors and
terminals according to manufacturer's published torque-tightening values. If manufacturer's
torque values are not indicated, use those specified in UL 486A and UL 486B. There shall
be no splices in signal cable.
E. Grounding: Provide independent-signal circuit grounding recommended in writing by
manufacturer.
3.2 VIDEO SURVEILLANCE SYSTEM INSTALLATION
A. Install cameras and infrared illuminators level and plumb.
B. Install exterior cameras 24 inches below bottom of gutter, or as directed by architect, and
positioned as required to achieve range of view. Submit all locations to architect prior to
rough-in.
C. Install all interior cameras in ceiling, and fully supported from structure above. Cut ceiling
tiles as required for neat and professional installation.
D. Install power supplies and other auxiliary components at DVR location, unless otherwise
indicated.
E. Avoid ground loops by making ground connections at only the control station.
1. For 12- and 24-V dc cameras, connect the coaxial cable shields only at the monitor end.
F. Identify system components, wiring, cabling, and terminals according to Division 16 Section
"Electrical Identification."
3.3 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL
A. Manufacturer's Field Service: Engage a factory-authorized service representative to inspect
field-assembled components and equipment installation and supervise pretesting, testing,
and adjusting of video surveillance equipment.
B. Inspection: Verify that units and controls are properly installed, connected, and labeled, and
that interconnecting wires and terminals are identified.
C. Pretesting: Align and adjust system and pretest components, wiring, and functions to verify
that they comply with specified requirements. Conduct tests at varying lighting levels,
including day and night scenes as applicable. Prepare video surveillance equipment for
acceptance and operational testing as follows:
1. Prepare equipment list described in Part 1 "Submittals" Article.