Cabling is one of the fastest changing technologies, and Data, Voice and Video Cabling, 3rd Edition, has been updated to address all the latest developments in premises cabling, including technologies and applications in copper, fiber, and wireless cabling. This text is organized to aid in the understanding of cabling, by following a logical format that covers background information on communications systems and media first, and then delves into more detailed discussions on each media type: copper, wireless, and fiber. Separating the key concepts into specific sections also helps to minimize confusion between the unique installation practices among the different technologies. Within each section, topics progress from the basics to components, installation, and testing to assist in the development of individual skills. This book also provides readers with important background and resources regarding the most recent cabling standards, which are an integral part of this fast-paced industry.
Part 1 Introduction to Data, Voice, and Video Cabling
Chapter 1 The History of Telecommunications
Chapter 2 The Technology of Communications
Chapter 3 Overview of Wiring Installations
Chapter 4 Structured Cabling
Part 2 Copper Wiring
Chapter 5 Telephone Wiring
Chapter 6 Video System Installations
Chapter 7 Network Cabling
Chapter 8 Cabling for Wireless Networks
Chapter 9 Testing Voice, Data, and Video Wiring
Chapter10 Wiring Termination Practices
Part 3 Fiber Optics
Chapter11 Fiber Optic Cabling Systems
Chapter12 Optical Fiber and Cable
Chapter13 Fiber Optic Connectors and Splices
Chapter14 Fiber Optic Testing
Chapter15 Fiber Optic Installation Practices
Part 4 The Business of Data, Voice, and Video Cabling
Chapter16 Business Issues