Cabling of Multiple Dwelling Units

HFC Network Specification

Author’s name Sub-business unit Issue number

Fixed & Data Access Engineering Networks 5

Business unit Issue date Telstra ID

Telstra Operations 25 March 2015 005655

Summary

Provision of HFC services to MDU customers usually requires the extension of the HFC network to a
point(s) within the MDU property. Extension of network cabling is necessary to meet network design
standards and to limit the time and cost required to install each customer connection.
This document describes cabling requirements for extension of HFC network into MDU premises.
In some smaller MDUs, extension of the network may not be necessary to provide service. Such MDUs
must have the feeder network, underground pipe and pit capacity or aerial facilities located such that
LUs may be individually cabled from the feeder network.

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Contents

1 PURPOSE 3
1.1 Scope 3
2 CABLING OF MULTI DWELLING UNITS 3
2.1 MDU Installation Standards 3
2.2 Components of MDU Cabling 3
2.3 Planning and Approval to Cable an MDU 4
2.4 MDU Lead-in Cable 5
2.5 Backbone Network Cable Planning & Installation 6
2.6 Cable Support and Protection 8
2.7 Network Device Locations 13
2.8 Earthing and Isolation Requirements 15
2.9 Installation of Home Runs 16
2.10 Labelling and Records 16
2.11 Testing and Commissioning the Installation 16
3 SUMMARY OF CABLING REQUIREMENTS 16
3.1 General Cabling Rules 16
3.2 Separation of Services 17
3.3 Cable Support 18
3.4 Underground Cable 18
3.5 Aerial Cable 19
3.6 Standard Security Box Device Layouts 20
4 REFERENCES 24
5 DEFINITIONS 25
6 ATTACHMENTS 26
7 DOCUMENT CONTROL SHEET 27

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1 PURPOSE
This document details requirements for the planning and installation of HFC network into multiple
dwelling units.
1.1 Scope
The methods and practices and standards described herein apply to the planning and installation of
network cabling and equipment from the street connection point to customer tap location on the
backbone cabling.
Coaxial cable hauling, device and connector installation practices common to feeder network installation
practices are described in documents 005 626, 005 643, 005 669, 005 671 and 005 672
2 CABLING OF MULTI DWELLING UNITS
2.1 MDU Installation Standards
Cabling extending to the STU or cable modem is Telstra owned and installation requirements are
intended to conform with Australian standards wherever applicable.
All Telstra HFC cabling and network equipment installed in MDUs must comply with requirements of this
instruction.
2.2 Components of MDU Cabling
MDU cabling can be divided into three parts:
1. Network Lead-in
2. Backbone
3. Laterals (or customer) cable
Figure 2.2-1 illustrates the three parts in a multi level and flat (or cluster) MDU.
2.2.1 MDU Lead-in
The MDU lead-in is the coaxial cable from the broadband feeder network up to the first connection point
of the backbone cabling (an active or passive device) within the MDU property.

Lateral Taps (inside pits)

Cable
(tap to LU)
Taps

Backbone Cable

Lateral
Lead in Cable Cable

Multi-Storey Complex Feeder Network Cable Cluster Complex

Figure 2.2-1 MDU Cabling Components

2.2.2 MDU Backbone Network

The MDU backbone network comprises the cabling, devices and enclosures from the first device on the
MDU property to the last customer tap. A backbone network has distribution taps at appropriate locations
on the MDU property for the connection of laterals. Backbone networks can be either passive or active.

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Passive networks are preferred, but their application is limited by the size, layout and LU count of the
MDU. Active networks, i.e. incorporating and amplifier, are used when the design of the MDU precludes
a passive network.
Backbone network cabling is designed as a cascade, as is the feeder cable network.
2.2.3 Cable Selection for MDU Lead-in and Backbone Network Cabling
The standard cable for use in MDU lead-in and backbone network cabling is 0.500” hardline coaxial
cable. Hardline 0.750” cable may be used where additional reach is required and the accommodation
permits. Commscope QR320 hardline cable may be used to avoid or minimise pipe upgrades, but must
not be used as backbone cable where there is adequate accommodation for 0.500” cable.
Flexible cable (RG6 or 11) may only be used as MDU lead-in cabling when cabling originates from the
Feeder Cable network via an F port of a tap.
Approved cable types and characteristics are described in documents 005668, 005634 and 005643.
2.2.4 Lateral (Customer Cabling)
The lateral is the cabling from the MDU backbone tap to the wall plate within the LU. Laterals are
sometimes partially run from the tap to a point adjacent an LU entry point during the backbone
installation. Lateral cabling is partially installed rather than the entire home run to avoid problems
encountered in gaining access to each LU.
Lateral cables must be direct wired from the tap to the LU outlet. Installation of a splitter or coupler in a
lateral cable to supply service to multiple LUs from a single network tap port is not permitted.
Installation requirements for laterals are detailed in document 007939, MDU Customer Connections.
2.3 Planning and Approval to Cable an MDU
MDU cabling projects commence with a survey. The survey must be done in conjunction and with the
permission of the Body Corporate, building owner or manager.
The aim of the survey is to determine lead-in and backbone cable routes and location of network taps
from where lateral cables can be easily run. Cable measurements (lengths) on which to base an RF
design are then determined.
The cabling design must be practical, result in minimum installation and maintenance costs for both the
backbone network and customer connection cabling, and be acceptable to the Body Corporate.
Potential cable routes and device locations should be discussed with the building management
representative.
A completed survey plan must allow the network lead-in, backbone network and lateral cabling to be
installed according to standard MDU cabling practice. Refer paragraph 2.3.1 for standard cabling
practice. Sections 2.4, 2.5, 2.6, 2.7 and 2.9 list requirements for planning lead-in, backbone and lateral
cabling.
Where the lateral cabling is not to be installed as part of backbone network cabling, taps should be
located with the intent to allow individual lateral cables to be installed (tap to LU entry point) in less than
2 hours (labour).
Refer to 008636, MDU Survey and Plan Detail for requirements of the survey and plan.
2.3.1 Standard Installation Practice
MDU planners must ensure that cabling proposals comply with standard cabling practice.
Standard MDU cabling practice is:
• Cabling to be run on external building surfaces in preference to being concealed within building
cavities.
• Surface cabling to be protected where necessary.
• Concealed cabling can only be guaranteed for MDUs under construction or where riser spaces
are available and adequate.

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• Underground cabling may be installed where Telstra pipe and pits are adequate and
appropriate.
• Aerial cabling is not precluded by the existence of Telstra underground lead-in or on site cabling.
• Additional fee for service may be applied for non standard cabling requests.
2.3.2 MDU Survey Plan
The survey plan must satisfy the following requirements. Sufficient detail of the cabling project must be
included to:-
• Allow Body Corporate to make a fully informed decision when granting consent to cable.
• Enable an RF design to be completed.
• Enable installation personnel to complete works as indicated to the Body Corporate.
• Allow subsequent maintenance and service connection personnel to locate all cable runs and
devices.
• Show site specific requirements for installation of subsequent lateral cabling.
• Standard of presentation of the survey plan must be suitable for presentation to the Body
Corporate, and acceptable to Telstra.
Detail survey plan requirements are listed in 008636.
2.3.3 MDU Floor Plans
It is desirable for the planner to obtain floor plans to assist with the RF design of high rise complexes and
new developments.
Floor plans will assist in choosing suitable riser routes, locating service cavities and to pre plan cabling to
coincide with construction.
2.3.4 RF Design of MDU Cabling
RF Design of MDU cabling must comply with requirements of DN 0017, Hybrid Fibre Coax RF Network
Design Rules.
2.3.5 Installation Consent Form
Installation of the MDU cabling must not commence until a consent form has been signed by the building
owner, or an authorised Body Corporate or Strata Management representative. A survey plan, showing
lead-in and backbone network cable route, security box locations and lateral cabling routes, must be
included with the consent form, so that the building management is aware of all project details for which
approval is sought.
The consent form provides Telstra authorised personnel permission to enter the property and also
establishes that Telstra owns and has ongoing access to the broadband cable network installed on the
MDU property.
Conditions printed on the consent form must not be amended, appended or deleted by Telstra field staff,
authorised representatives, Body Corporate or building owner representatives.
2.4 MDU Lead-in Cable
2.4.1 Planning the Lead-in
Lead in cabling may be delivered by an underground or aerial route. The route will be determined at the
planning stage.
It will usually be more cost efficient to install lead-in cable in existing Telstra pipe & pit from an
underground Feeder Cable network where lead-in pits and pipe require no upgrade or repair works.
Choice of lead-in reticulation from an underground distribution network will be:
• First choice is 0.500" cable in existing suitable pipe & pit.

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• Second choice, RF design permitting, is QR320 cable in existing pipe and pit.
• Third choice is aerial cabling to avoid pipe & pit upgrade work.
Where the Feeder Cable network is aerial, the MDU lead-in must be aerial, unless prevented by BC
objection or clearance problems.
The standard MDU underground lead-in cable is hardline cable. Refer to paragraph 2.2.3.
2.4.2 Underground Lead-in Planning
The existing lead-in pipe and associated pits should be inspected to determine whether they are suitably
located and have capacity for the standard lead-in cable. Pipes should be checked by rodding.
If the existing pipe and/or pits require extensive rework to accommodate a new cable (refer 005623 for
pipe and pit requirements) or if the building end of the pipe appears at an unsuitable location, a new pipe
may need to be installed. In that case, consider an aerial lead-in route. Where an aerial lead-in is
unsuitable, choose the shortest unobstructed underground route from the network pit to the nearest
MDU wall (keep the lead-in pipe as short as possible).
2.4.3 Installation of Underground MDU Lead-in Cable
Installed pipe and pit plant must comply with requirements of 005623.
Haul in cable, following cable hauling guidelines, 005626 or 005643 for QR320 cable. Leave sufficient
cable length to terminate on first device only.
Exposed or surface cable in accessible areas must be fully protected by pipe, duct or riser guard. Lead-
in cabling within buildings must comply with requirements of sections 2.5 and 2.6.
If the lead-in cable is to be run into a brick wall cavity, align lead-in pipe with a vertical mortar joint so that
the cable can pass through wall at an angle >90º.
The lead-in cable should not be connected to the Feeder Network until the backbone network has been
installed and tested as described in Paragraph 2.11. To avoid blowing fuses in the Feeder Network
during lead-in connection, connector pin lengths must be accurately cut and insulated nut drivers used to
tighten seizure screws. Refer 005669 for connector installation requirements, or 005643 for QR 320
cable.
The feeder network leg or segment, to which the MDU lead in is to be connected, must be powered
down if there is any possibility of blowing a fuse at the upstream active device.
Note: In the above and following sections, the words pipe and conduit are generally interchangeable. In
external plant practice ‘pipe’ is ≤ 50mm diameter, and ‘conduit’ >50mm diameter.
2.4.4 Planning and Installation of Aerial MDU Lead-in Cable
Refer to document 005657 for planning and installation requirements of aerial Broadband Network lead-
in cabling.
2.4.5 Power Blocking Connector in Lead-in
A power blocking connector (S739/00105) must be installed in the lead-in at the coupler/splitter KS port,
where a locally powered apartment amplifier is installed as part of the backbone. Power blocking is not
required for passive installations or where the lead-in is connected from a tap F port. Install the power
blocking connector as per 005 674 at time of lead-in termination.
2.5 Backbone Network Cable Planning & Installation
2.5.1 General Planning and Installation Requirements
MDUs can be placed into three categories:
• Flat MDUs, with various LU count
• Small, up to two or three floors.
• Large, high-rise building.

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Flat MDUs may be cabled by using or upgrading existing pipe and pit infrastructure. Pipe upgrade costs
may be reduced by the use of aerial cabling, or, RF design permitting, QR320 cable for lead-in and
backbone cabling. Pit upgrade costs may be reduced by installing pedestals. Network taps may be
mounted in pits, pedestals or in security boxes depending on the ease of installing lateral cables.
Small MDU’s may be cabled by providing taps at appropriate locations. Typically, network devices may
be located on one location or at several locations, depending upon MDU layout.
Large MDU’s will require an apartment amplifier(s) with network taps installed at appropriate locations.
Network devices typically will be located at a common (accessible) location at each level fed by a riser
cable(s).
All MDU network cable and equipment must be installed in common areas. Locations that are likely to
restrict or inhibit access for future service must be avoided.
Concealed cabling should not be guaranteed by MDU Planners or other installation representatives
when negotiating with building owners or Body Corporate.
Installed backbone cabling must comply with requirements of paragraph 3.
2.5.2 Exterior Cabling
Backbone cables and security boxes may have to be installed on exterior walls in many MDU’s due to
the absence of a viable concealed route.
Exterior Network cabling should be run on building surfaces that will be least likely to raise customer
complaint. This requirement should be balanced against providing a convenient lateral route. A building
face where other service risers (drain pipes, etc) are run is generally favoured.
External grade cable, equipment & fixing must be used for installations exposed to the weather or
underground. Clips or ducting secured by adhesive products, non-UV stabilised or non-weatherproof
products must not be used.
Network devices (i.e. taps, etc) must be located to allow for service access without need for exotic
mechanical aids (scissor lifts, scaffolds, etc.) or use of a licensed rigger. Access via a common area (as
opposed to individually owned area) is desirable.
Network cable must not be attached to or placed in gutters or downpipes, or run over metal, masonry or
cement sheet roofs.
Network cables passing through external building walls must be routed down, or a drip loop formed in
the cable below the hole (outside) to avoid entry of water.
Penetrations through external walls must be sealed with an external grade caulk or other suitable seal.
Refer paragraph 2.5.6 for penetration requirements.
2.5.3 Riser Shafts
Riser shaft access, where available, should be investigated as a potential network cable route.
Before selecting this cable route, ensure that access can be gained from the riser shaft to a desirable LU
entry point to allow for the installation of lateral cabling from the security boxes installed in or adjacent
the riser shaft. If difficulties are foreseen in cabling to LU’s, choose an alternative riser route.
Risers through MDUs may be shared by all or a combination of gas, electricity, water, telephone, alarm
system and MATV cables. Care must be taken when working in riser shafts not to damage, disrupt or
inhibit maintenance to other services within the MDU.
2.5.4 Stacked Rooms
Floor plans in some MDUs are near identical so that utility, service rooms or closets appear ‘stacked’
(from the horizontal elevation). Such rooms may be used as a riser route as an alternative to an existing
unsatisfactory service riser, or to allow easier access to LUs. Access holes will usually need to be drilled
or cored through each floor for the riser cable. Refer paragraph 2.5.6 for penetration requirements. Allow
a loop of cable or cut tails sufficient to terminate at desired device location. When choosing device
locations, consider potential access or service problems that may result from normal use of the location
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2.5.5 Open Stairways and Balconies

Open stairways and balconies will generally have exterior walls on which backbone networks may be
installed. Some weather protection and easier accessibility to security boxes is achieved by installing
the network on open balconies. Access to the floor beneath may be gained by penetrations through each
balcony floor. Security boxes must be installed at appropriate intervals in the riser.
2.5.6 Floor and Wall Penetrations
Floor and wall penetrations will need to be made for some cabling routes. Penetrations made must
comply with the Building Code of Australia.
Note where other services enter and exit (wiring, water, sewer & gas pipes, etc), and check drill exit point
to ensure clear way. Beware of services embedded in the concrete, e.g., water pipes or floor heating.
If a security box is not located on every floor, a hole(s) sufficient to pass riser cables and enough lateral
cables to feed LUs on the floor above or below is required.
Permission must be granted by the building owner before drilling/coring commences. Penetrations must
be fire stopped in compliance with Building Code of Australia after cables have been installed.
Penetrations through non - fire isolating walls or floors must be sealed after cabling with an exterior
grade sealant or bush.
2.5.7 Concealed Cabling
Network cables may be installed within building cavities where ample space exists. Use of building
cavities will mainly be restricted to MDUs under construction or renovation. Before selecting a cavity
route, ensure that there are adequate entry and exit points and the cavity space is clear.
Avoid concentrated points of strain on cables, e.g. sharp brick edges, particularly vertical cable drops
entering cavities.
2.5.8 Underground and Aerial MDU Cabling
MDU cabling may be installed on aerial or underground routes. Underground cabling should only be
proposed where there is existing adequate pipe and pit capacity. Pedestals should be installed to
minimise pit upgrades. Follow Summary of Cabling Requirements (section 3) for cable placement
requirements. Underground construction should follow appropriate guidelines. Refer to 005626, 005623
and 005676 for construction detail.
Aerial cabling spans between buildings must comply with 005657 for cable choice, building attachment
and clearance requirements. Short spans, < 10 metres, may be constructed to comply with paragraph
2.6.3.
2.6 Cable Support and Protection
MDU network cabling installed in accessible areas must be protected by conduit, duct or riser guard
(metal or polymer cover). Cables run on trays, raceway or catenary wire need not be protected by
conduit, duct or riser guard when installed in accessible areas where:
• adequate protection is afforded by the tray or raceway, or
• adequate protection is afforded by adjacent building features, and
• required separations from other services can be maintained.
Accessible areas are defined as 2400mm or less above floor level, and access gained without the use of
a key or special tool. A common screwdriver is not regarded as a special tool.
Surface cabling, either protected or exposed, should follow lines of building features. Refer to the
General Cabling Rules, paragraph 3.1, for further detail.
2.6.1 Fixing Of Unprotected Cable to Buildings
MDU network cabling may be fixed directly to building surfaces where protection of conduit, ducting or
riser guard is not required. Where cable is fixed directly to building surface, fixings must not cause
coaxial cable sheath or conductors to be crushed, cut or deformed in any way.

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Suitable cable saddles, anchors or clips must have an internal diameter (of the cable retaining area)
greater than the external diameter of cables to be fixed.
2.6.2 Cable Tray and Runway
MDU network cable may be run on existing common tray or runway. Tray or runway must be strong
enough to support the weight of the broadband cable. There must be enough space on the tray to allow
minimum clearances to be maintained from power cables. See Tables 3.2-1 & 3.2-2, General Cabling
Rules, paragraph 3.2, for clearances.
Where there is not sufficient space on the tray to maintain clearances between broadband cables and
the power (LV) cables, a rigid separator may be required. The separator may be typically conduit, wood
or metal (e.g. cable may be run on the underside of cable tray). Separation requirements will be more
critical at points of exit/entry to tray/riser. It may be necessary to enclose cable in flexible conduit at
device take off points to guarantee separation.
2.6.3 Catenary Wire Cabling
A catenary wire support system may be used to support MDU Network cabling as an alternative to
employing elaborate access methods for cable attachment, e.g. scissor lifts or suspended work
platforms. Catenary wire cabling is a method by which a strainer wire (a steel cable) is used to support
single or multiple coaxial cables. Catenary wire cabling may be run vertically or horizontally, on external
building faces, internally within ceiling spaces or under building areas such as car parks, and between
buildings on the same property. A span of cabling may be assembled on the ground, placed in location
and fixed at either end, thereby offering very efficient installation.
Clearance or placement of the installed catenary wire must not restrict activities normally undertaken in
such areas, e.g. parking of cars, delivery of goods.
Cable runs may be concealed by alignment with sewer risers, drain pipes or in building recesses.
Clearance requirements for cable spans between buildings are specified in section 3, Summary of
Cabling Requirements.
Catenary wire supported cabling installations must comply with requirements of paragraphs [Link],
[Link], [Link] and [Link].
[Link] Catenary Wire Installation
The catenary wire support system consists of a steel strand wire that is anchored and tensioned
between two dead end or corner brackets. Catenary wire must be Guying strand, G380 grade,
galvanised, 6/1.12 or equivalent. The catenary wire may be secured to the brackets at both ends by
means of two Crosby Clips (see Figure 2.6-3 for illustration of a Crosby clip), fitted at 180° from one
another, as shown in Figure 2.6-1. Other suitable catenary wire securing devices are an Adjusta-Gripple
(a self locking steel cable grip), or a preformed dead-end grip. Refer to 005634 for details of preformed
dead-end grips.
Tension catenary to allow between 1-1.5% sag by adjustment of the dead-end tension bolt. Tension bolt
lock nuts must be tightened at completion of tensioning.
Do not over tension catenary wire: add mid-span support fittings rather than over tension. Refer
paragraph [Link] Mid Span Support for support detail.
Before cutting the catenary wire, bind the cut position with PVC tape to prevent wire strands from
spreading and unravelling.

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Figure 2.6-1 Dead End Bracket (S745/98) with Catenary Attached

[Link] Mid Span Support

Mid span support may be required where the catenary wire span is >10 metres and/or the cable weight
causes excess sag. Mid span support will minimise wind induced sway of the catenary, and reduce the
possibility of damage to the cables from rubbing against buildings and or fixtures. Figure 2.6-2 shows
three methods of providing mid span support.

Figure 2.6-2 mid Span Support Options

[Link] Attachment of Cables to Catenary Wire

Cables must be fixed to the catenary wire by either metal cable support straps (S745/18) or UV
stabilised cable ties (S269/90). Cable ties or support straps must be spaced to limit sag of attached
cables. To be acceptable, sag must be imperceptible when viewed from the ground. Suggested spacing

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of cable ties or support straps is 400 to 500mm. Ensure cables are not crushed by over tightened cable
ties.
Cable attachment may be simplified ,particularly on routes difficult to access, by attachment of cable to
catenary wire before fixing catenary wire to building.
At take off points, strain relief must be provided for cables. An expansion loop must be installed in
hardline cables at take off points.
[Link] List of Catenary Wire Parts
The following is a list of standard parts required to complete a catenary wire installation.

Description Serial / Item

Catenary wire: BHP G380 grade galvanised, 6/1.12 or equivalent Local Purchase
Dead End Bracket 745/00098
Corner Bracket 745/00099
Cable Support Strap 745/18
Cable Ties (UV stabilised) 269/90
Dyna Bolt 8mm 89/313
Dyna Bolt 10mm 89/160
Crosby Clip Local Purchase
Masonry Hookbolt Local Purchase
Masonry Eyebolt Local Purchase
‘Adjusta- Gripple’ - Midi Local Purchase
Right Angle bracket Local Purchase

A Crosby clip, Masonry hook bolt, masonry eyebolt and a Gripple are shown in Figure 2.6-3.

Crosby Clip Masonry Eyebolt Masonry Hookbolt Gripple

Figure 2.6-3 Miscellaneous Catenary Attachment Devices

2.6.4 Conduit, Duct and Riser Guard

Conduit, openable duct or riser guard may be used to protect surface cabling. The choice will depend on
degree and type of protection required, the cable route, building construction and visual appearance.
Plastic conduit, ducting and riser guard and fixings, installations of which are exposed to sunlight, must
comply with requirements of AS/NZS2053.1:2001 for UV stability.
[Link] Conduit (Pipe)
Conduit offers superior strength and cost effective mechanical protection for network cable. Corrugated
conduit may be used for complex runs, but is unacceptable for straight runs exceeding 1000mm.
When conduit is to be installed, feed cable through conduit before fixing to wall. Cable length should be
determined before conduit installation commences so that sufficient cable to complete the run is pulled
through each section of conduit.

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Note: Building cabling practice differs from underground cable install practice in that once conduit has
been fixed to building, feeding of subsequent cables is almost impossible.
At security boxes, locate incoming and outgoing conduits to allow use of cable entry knockouts in the
box.
Conduit must be attached to buildings and support structures using appropriate saddle clamps and
anchors. Fixing must be sufficient to prevent conduit sag or deflection. Fixings are required every
1000mm minimum.
Conduit runs should take the shortest and most unobtrusive path e.g., next to existing drain pipes, in
corners, etc. Conduit may be painted to match/blend with building colour.
Sweep bends (minimum 300mm radius) must be used at direction changes for underground cabling.
Conduit (pipe) installation on building surfaces is time consuming and when installed, may create an
impediment where cabling has to be replaced or if an additional run is required. Unless the superior
mechanical protection qualities of conduit are required, usage for other than underground cabling should
be avoided.
[Link] Ducting
Ducting is available as metal or plastic (usually PVC) mouldings, and offers cable protection comparable
with that provided by conduit. Openable ducting is the preferred cabling accommodation (to conduit or
riser guard) for buildings due to ease of cable installation (particularly hardline cable) and rework.
Several profiles and colours to blend with building surfaces are available from various manufacturers.
Metal mouldings are the preferred moulding option for all building cabling. Typical metal moulding (Cable
Ready type- S740/124- 740/208, S740/241- 740/254, S740/264-740/318) is illustrated in Figure 2.6-4.

Figure 2.6-4 Typical Metal Moulding

Metal mouldings offer advantages over PVC mouldings which include colour range, less fixings per
length, more fittings available (bends, tees, etc), less affected by weather conditions, greater protection
from mechanical damage and higher fire rating.
Ducting must be installed to conform to manufacturers’ instructions.
Mouldings and accessories from different manufacturers or of different types must not be mixed on
individual cabling runs.
Plastic ducting should not be used for cable runs continually exposed to sunlight or extreme
environmental conditions. Ducting may be painted to match the building and to provide additional UV
protection.
Fixing of duct must be sufficient to hold duct to building surface without distortion or sag when cable is
installed in duct. Adhesive backed duct is unacceptable for use on external surfaces or as
accommodation for hardline cable.
Ensure that direction changes in ducting (90°, etc), including preformed duct fittings, will not constrict the
cable to less than minimum bend radius, particularly when multiple cables are to be installed.

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For ducting with integral cover, mount duct so that cover opening is upwards (hinged on low side). This
will assist when placing cable within duct. Ensure consistency of lid opening: match vertical to horizontal
runs.
Cable should be retained or fixed in the ducting so that the cover is not the sole means of cable
retention.
[Link] Riser Guard
Riser guard offers substantial cable protection and simplifies cable installation. It is available in metal or
PVC. Limited profiles are available. Riser guard will primarily be used from ground level to inaccessible
height i.e. <2400mm, but may be used to cover cable for full length of run. Metal riser guard may be
installed over PVC mouldings or conduit to provide high level mechanical protection (mower guard),
particularly at ground exit points.
Cable must be fixed to wall (or other surface) before riser guard is installed.
Riser guard may be painted to blend with building colour.
2.7 Network Device Locations
Interference and damage to devices and cable has potential to affect or interrupt customer service and
result in increased maintenance costs. Consideration at planning and installation stages must therefore
be given to prevention of damage or interference with the MDU cabling installation.
Network devices and terminations must be housed within a security box, unless installed within an area
that is not accessible (refer paragraph General Cabling Rules, Clause 3.1.12 for the definition of
accessible) or in a pit or pedestal as described in 005623 and 005676.
Where any doubt exists regarding potential security or interference with an installation, devices must be
installed within security boxes.
It is not acceptable to mount open network devices in risers or on cable raceway unless the area is
exclusive and secure and will remain so. Locally powered apartment amplifiers must be housed within a
security box.
Where network devices are not installed in security boxes, device location requirements are as for
security boxes, and tap F ports may be protected by a security shield (S740/18 or 740/19).
Service connections, disconnections and testing require access to customer taps. Taps must therefore
be located in common areas to allow ready service access. Devices must not be installed in service
rooms that are likely to affect network performance, maintenance or safety of service personnel. e.g.
high voltage switch rooms, wet areas, lift motor rooms, lift shafts, rooms with ambient temperatures
>60°C, rooms where access keys are not held on site or where keys are not readily available.
Avoid locating devices (within security boxes or unenclosed) in ceiling spaces or under floors. Devices
may only be installed under floors or in ceilings where there is room to stand. Minimum acceptable
headroom in ceilings or under floor is 2 metres.
2.7.1 Security Boxes
Security boxes are available in three standard sizes. Only security boxes, as listed in table 2.7-1, are
acceptable. The locking method for security boxes is by Diversified Star nuts. A special tool (S740/94),
common to all size boxes, is required for access. Maximum capacity for each box is listed in table 2.7-1.
Small (S740/71) Medium (S740/99) Large (S740/93)
Capacity 1x 4 way tap 2 x passive devices (tap 3 x passive devices
or coupler/splitter, 1x Apartment amp
maximum 12 tap ports)
1x FM220 MDU amp/ 1x
passive device

Table 2.7-1 Capacity of Security Boxes

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Recommended mounting height is between 1 metre to (bottom of box) and 2400mm (top of box). Where
recommended mounting heights cannot be obtained, the minimum height is 300mm between floor and
lower edge of box.
The box location (including mounting height) must not compromise safety of installers and service
personnel. Installed boxes must not be located to inhibit evacuation, stairway access or normal activities
of residents.
Boxes are to be mounted square and securely fixed to the wall at four points and should only be fixed to
vertical surfaces.
Boxes to house active devices shall not be located in areas exposed to sprinklers or water from other
sources (hoses, flooding, extreme weather, etc.).
Boxes may be installed at or near ceiling level to minimise vandalism, but must not be located to inhibit
normal service access.
When boxes are located in accessible areas, conduit or ducting should abut or continue inside boxes to
a maximum of 20mm.
2.7.2 Equipping of Security Boxes
Devices must be installed to allow for ease of future servicing and replacement and for customer cable
connection. Devices should be ideally arranged so that the use of directional adaptors for cables and
devices are avoided or minimised. Passive device installation requirements are described in 005 671.
Devices and cables are to be secured inside box. Use saddle type clamps, P clips or cable ties for cable.
Amplifiers may be fixed directly to the base of the box and passive devices secured by tap brackets,
S740/110.
Isolation devices are secured in boxes on brackets (S738/72). Brackets are attached to the base of the
box with self tapping screws, or fitted in preformed slots.
Refer to documents 005669, 006028, and 005 643 for details of connector installation practices. Shrink
boots need not be applied to connectors enclosed within security boxes.
Cable access holes are to be the minimum practical size and must be smooth and free from sharp or
jagged edges. Cables must enter boxes via top or bottom faces, i.e. the sides not having locks or hinges.
Standard equipment layouts for security boxes are shown in section 3.6.
2.7.3 9-LH/I Apartment Amplifier Installation
Magnavox 9-LH/I apartment amplifiers were supplied as a bundled item (S737/160) complete with a
power supply. S737/160 is no longer available; current replacement MDU amplifier is S73700630,
TPS8738AA.
Amplifiers must be mounted as illustrated in the appropriate layout diagram (refer section 3.6), with the
amplifier housing must be correctly oriented. Where preformed installation tabs are provided in security
box base, bend tabs to ~ 90° to base. Locate amplifier housing in tabs and mark holes in cooling fins.
Drill 3mm (or1/8″) holes in fins at the mark, taking care to perforate the fin only (and not the housing).
Housing may be secured using 4mm flat head self tapping screws, not more than 13mm in length.
Where the box base does not have pre formed mounting tabs, the amplifier housing may be secured to
the base of the box by a Unistrut bracket (P1326, S426/58).
Cable installation requirements are as for a line extender, as described in 005 672, with the exception of
the local power supply described in paragraph 4.7.4.
Test and configure as per documentation listed in 2.11.
2.7.4 Power Supply for 9-LH/I Apartment Amplifier
9-LH/I apartment amplifiers require a low voltage power supply (240v input, 28v output), preferably
located inside the security box. An exclusive 10 amp 240 volt power outlet is required for the supply. It is
the responsibility of the building owner/Body Corporate to provide the power outlet.

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Provision is made within the security box to house a power outlet: refer sections 3.6 .1 - 3.6.2. The
security box may be mounted over a suitable existing outlet, should one be available. The power lead
(240V) should be tagged “Do Not Disconnect”. Extension leads, double adaptors or power boards must
not be used.
The apartment amplifier power supply must be mounted so that maintenance or access to the amplifier
and other devices are not hindered.
See section 3.6.1-3.6.2 for the standard power supply location. The power supply output lead is
connected to apartment amplifier housing at a socket located under the input KS port.
2.7.5 FM220 MDU Amplifier Installation
FM220 amplifiers (S737/404) are supplied as an integral unit. This simplifies installation logistics but in
the event of failure, the unit must be replaced. Install in a security box using layout 3.6.2 - 4 as a guide.
The housing must be mounted vertically, i.e. on a wall, not a ceiling or floor, to allow fins to dissipate
heat. Refer 005672 for installation details.
Test and configure as per documentation listed in 2.11. Note: As of December 2011, FM220 amplifiers
are no longer available.
2.7.6 TPS 8738AA Apartment Amplifier Installation
TPS 8738AA apartment amplifier (S737/630) is replacement for the FM220 amplifier.
Both have similar form factor. The unit is non serviceable and if faulty must be replaced.
Install in a security box using layout 3.6.2 as a guide.
Install, test and configure as per documentation listed in 2.11.
2.7.7 Network Powering of Apartment Amplifiers
Where power for an apartment amplifier is unavailable from the MDU or prohibitively expensive to
provide, a Line Extender (S737/159 or update replacement item) powered from the feeder network, may
be employed.
A network powered Global Network Amplifier (S737/158 or update replacement item) may be used in
larger MDUs where multiple Line Extenders would otherwise be required.
Use of network power to drive an apartment amplifier is conditional upon sufficient voltage being
available from the feeder network.
2.8 Earthing and Isolation Requirements
2.8.1 Earthing Requirements
Where active devices are installed in pipe and pit infrastructure, devices are to be earthed as described
in 005 673.
Where devices are installed in security boxes or in controlled access areas, earthing is not required,
including a bond between the backbone network cabling and the building protective earth.
Existing installations that have an earth connection should be disconnected during a scheduled service
visit. Safety precautions as described in 005674 should be followed prior to and during any earth
disconnection. Disconnected end(s) of the earth cable must be insulated and secured, or the cable
removed.
2.8.2 Isolation Requirements
A customer isolation device (S738/70) is required to be installed in each active MDU customer cable (the
home run) within the security box.
Isolation devices are required to be installed in customer cables to ensure that three way isolation is
provided:
• Customer Equipment is protected from the Network.
• The Network is protected from Customer Equipment.

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• Customer equipment is protected from other customer’s equipment connected to the service
within the same MDU.
2.8.3 Installation of Isolation Devices
Isolation devices are to be installed in the home run at time of customer service activation. Installation is
detailed in 007939, MDU Customer Connections.
2.9 Installation of Home Runs
Refer to documents 007 939 and 005 790 for details of lateral and internal cabling
2.10 Labelling and Records
MDU cables are to be identified as “Telstra Broadband Cable” by adhesive marking tape. The marking
tape is to be applied on surface cabling, riser runs cable tray runs, underground broadband cables on
the MDU property at intervals sufficient to identify the cable as Telstra Broadband Network cable.
Tape is available in green with black lettering (S740/52) for marking unpowered MDU cabling, orange
with black lettering (S740/53) for marking Feeder Network cables and powered MDU Network cables,
and red with black lettering (S740/51) for marking locations of power blocking devices. Further detail of
marking requirements are described in 005675.
Device, box locations and cable routes, in addition to information as required by paragraph 2.3.2, are to
be recorded on a sketch plan. A copy of the ‘as built’ plan is to be laminated or sealed in a moisture
proof transparent envelope and left on site at the most accessible end of the lead-in cable , i.e. at the first
device or at the feeder network connection. A permanent soft copy is to be stored with Network
Operations Unit. Original consent, commissioning and completion forms to be filed locally by the
installation supervisor.
Customer cables are to be labelled as described in 007939.
2.11 Testing and Commissioning the Installation
All coaxial connectors should be checked for correct tension and seating. Ensure connector pins are cut
to the correct length and seizure screws are tight.
On completion of the backbone network construction, testing and commissioning is to be carried out.
Refer to appropriate commissioning documents as listed below.
FP0003 LE97 Line Extender and Apartment Amplifier
FP0004 Global Network Amplifier
FP0010 Diamond Hub
FPU0011 FM320, DL2 Amplifiers
FP0015 FM220 MDU Amplifier
FP0020 OM4100 Hub
FP0029 FM321e Extender and Apartment Amplifier
FP0030 FM601e Network Amplifier
FP0032 TPS8738AA Apartment Amplifier Commissioning Procedures
All enclosures (security boxes and cable housing) are to be closed and locked before leaving the work
site.
3 SUMMARY OF CABLING REQUIREMENTS
The following clauses are a summary of cabling rules and are applicable to all HFC Broadband MDU
cabling installations.
3.1 General Cabling Rules
1) All wiring and equipment shall be installed as neatly and unobtrusively as possible.
2) Cables and equipment shall be installed to comply with manufacturer’s specifications.

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3) Cables and equipment shall be protected against damage that might reasonably be expected
from exposure to weather or other ambient conditions and/or from potential mechanical damage.
(vandalism, etc)
4) Installed cables must be free from damage to sheath or conductors, i.e. cuts, burns or
deformations.
5) Surface cable shall be concealed by placing it in recesses, cavities or under eaves or floors
wherever practical.
6) Where cable is not concealed, it shall be run parallel to lines of building features.
7) Cables, conduit and ducting shall not be attached to other service pipes (sewer, water, gas) or to
other wiring systems.
Note: Although cable should not be fixed to service pipes or wiring, visual impact of cabling may
be reduced by closely following the route of those services.
8) Holes or openings through fire isolating walls or floors (including riser openings) shall be fire
stopped to comply with the Building Code of Australia.
9) Penetrations made through fire isolating walls shall comply with the requirements of the Building
Code of Australia.
10) Holes or openings through external walls shall be sealed with an external grade sealant.
11) Surface cable installed in accessible locations shall be enclosed in conduit, duct or cover strip.
12) Accessible locations are classified as less than 2400mm above floor level, and access gained
without use of a key or special tool. A common screwdriver and the like is not a special tool.
13) Enclosures (boxes, duct, conduit, etc) are to be UV stabilised or protected if exposed to weather.
Refer AS 2053 for (non-metallic) conduit specifications.
14) External grade cable, enclosures and fixing must be used for installations exposed to the
weather or underground.
15) Security boxes shall be mounted squarely and fixed at all securing points.
16) Security boxes must be located such that access to fire evacuation routes is not obstructed.
3.2 Separation of Services
Specified clearances from cables containing Low Voltage (LV) and High Voltage (HV) services must be
maintained. LV is defined by ASNZS3000;2007 (clause 1.4.98) as exceeding 50V ac (RMS) or 120V dc,
but not exceeding 1000 V ac (RMS) or 1500 V dc. HV is defined by AS/NZS3000:2007 as exceeding LV.
Refer Tables 3.2-1 and 3.2-2 for separations required for both internal and external
cabling.
Note that while minimum separations between HV services are provided in Table 3.2-2,
It is extremely unlikely that HV services will be found in residential and commercial MDUs.
Install Situation Minimum Distance Figure 5.2.1
Parallel runs without a barrier 50mm A
Overlap of barrier over coaxial cable 25mm B
Parallel runs with insulating or earthed conductive
Nil B&C
barrier
Table 3.2-1. Minimum Separation from LV cables

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25mm

Figure 3.2-1 Separation Options from LV cables

Electrical Cable
Broadband Cable Installation Minimum Separation
Type
Parallel runs with insulating or earthed conductive
Multicore 150mm
barrier
Parallel runs without barrier 300mm
Sheath to sheath between cables (over barrier) 175mm
Singlecore Parallel runs with or without barrier 450mm
Table 3.2-2 Minimum Separations from HV cables

3.3 Cable Support

RG 6 RG 11 QR320 0⋅500”
Horizontal Run 300mm 300mm 500mm 500mm

Vertical Run 600mm 600mm 1000mm 1000mm

Table 3.3-1. Maximum Spacing of Anchors for Surface Mounted Cable

1) Cable not enclosed in conduit, duct or riser guard shall be fixed or attached to the building,
runway or cable tray using clips, ties or saddles at intervals sufficient to prevent cable sag.
Typical distance between fixing points listed in Table 3.3-1.
2) Anchoring of cables may not be necessary where cable is run horizontally on a continuous
support where possible disturbance or damage is unlikely and clearances as specified in
Paragraph 2 can be maintained.
3) A catenary wire system may be used to support cable runs where appropriate.
3.4 Underground Cable
The following installation requirements are applicable to Telstra Broadband Cabling installed on MDU
property (not on public land).
1) Where cabling is installed in a trench, cable should be installed above power cables.
2) Separation at crossing points from other buried services shall be as per the respective utility
requirement.
3) Table 3. 4-1 specifies separation and depth of cover requirements.

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Telstra Broadband cables Depth of cover or

Install Situation
:- Separation

subject to vehicular
in Exclusive trench 500mm
traffic

not subject to traffic 300mm

at crossings with protected LV services 100mm

with protected HV services 300mm note 1

with unprotected LV services 300mm

with unprotected HV services 450mm note 1

in Shared trench subject to vehicular traffic 500mm

not subject to traffic 300mm

enclosed in white conduit run with other service

Nil
conduits identified by exclusive colour

as above but including HV services 300mm note1

Table 3.4-1. Underground Cabling - Depth of Cover or Separation from Other Services

Note 1: In addition to the separation listed (in Table 3.4 -1), a protective barrier (e.g. concrete) may be
required to cover the HV service.
3.5 Aerial Cable
1) Aerial backbone network cables installed within MDU property shall comply with clearances as
listed in Table 3.5-1.
2) Clearances required for aerial lead-in cabling are described in 005 657.

Install Situation Minimum Clearance

over non-trafficable areas 2400mm
over trafficable areas
3700mm
over areas used by high
4900mm
vehicles
near insulated electrical service
600mm
leads
near uninsulated electrical
1200mm
service cables
near light fittings 50mm
Table 3.5-1. Minimum Clearances for Aerial Cabling on Privately Owned Property

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3.6 Standard Security Box Device Layouts

Standard layouts for security box installations are illustrated in following sections. Variations are
permitted providing there is compliance with box limits of customer cables housed, devices and cable
are correctly installed can be maintained.
3.6.1 Large Security Box with 9-LH/I Apartment Amplifier and Customer Taps
1) To mount amplifier, bend out 4 amplifier mounting tabs, insert amplifier housing between tabs,
drill fixing screws into amplifier fins.
2) Fixing holes for power supply are preformed. 240V lead to be at bottom as per drawing.
3) Cable routes as indicated. Secure all cables to back plate with cable ties.
4) GPO to be fitted anywhere in designated area. (Not to be fitted on back plate.)
5) Cable tie to be wrapped around second housing to housing connector for additional tap support.
6) Housing to housing connectors to be 70mm version (S739/100).
7) Install tap bracket (S740/110) as shown.
8) RG11 cables best connected to taps 2 and 3 to ensure minimum bend radius is met.
9) Capacity is 24 tap ports/isolators maximum.

Preferred Isolator
loc ations

3x Isolators

3x Isolators

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3.6.2 Large Security Box with FM220 Apartment Amplifier and Customer Taps
1) Fix amplifier to back plate using pan head screws
2) Cable routes as indicated. Secure all cables to back plate with cable ties.
3) GPO to be fitted in designated area. (Not to be fitted on back plate.)
4) Cable tie to be wrapped around second housing to housing connector for additional tap support
5) Housing to housing connectors to be 50mm version (S739/128).
6) Install tap bracket (S740/110) as shown.
7) RG11 cables best connected to taps 2 and 3 to ensure minimum bend radius is met.
8) Capacity is 24 tap ports/isolators maximum.

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3.6.3 Medium Box with Two Taps.

1) Housing to housing connector to be 70mm version (S739/100).
2) RF cable routes as indicated in diagram.
3) Secure all cables to back plate with cable ties.
4) Install tap brackets (S740/110) as shown.

Custom er Custom er
isolator x 3 isolator x 3

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3.6.4 Small Box with Tap

1) Secure tap with bracket (S740/110).
2) Secure all cables to back plate with cable ties.

Isolator

Isolator

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4 REFERENCES

Document number Title

005 623 Housing Broadband Cables and Devices in Pits and Manholes

005 626 Underground Coaxial Cable Hauling

005 634 Integrated Messenger Aerial Coaxial Cable Construction

005 643 Specification and Installation of QR320 Cable

005 657 Aerial Lead-in Cabling of MDUs

005 668 Underground Cable Types and Designs

005 669 Connectors and Adaptors for 0.500”and 0.750” Cables

005 671 Passive devices

005 672 Active devices

005 673 Earthing Broadband Devices

005 674 Powering and Power Blocking

005 675 Marking the Broadband Network

005 676 Pedestal Installation

005 790 Broadband Field Practice -Customer Premises Wiring

006 028 Broadband Field Practice - Fitting Connectors

007 939 Broadband Field Practice - MDU Customer Connections

DN0017 HFC Network RF Network Design Rules

FP 0001 RF Commissioning Objectives Overview

FP 0003 Field Practice Line Extender Commissioning Procedures

FP 0004 Field Practice Global Network Amplifier Commissioning Procedures

AS/NZS2053.1:2001 Conduits and Fittings for Electrical Installations – General requirements

AS/NZS3000:2007 Wiring Rules

Approval and Test Specification - Safety of Information Technology

AS/NZS3260:1993
Equipment including Electrical Business Equipment

BCA2014 Building Code of Australia

FP0010 Diamond Hub Alignment and Commissioning

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Document number Title

FPU0011 FM320 and DL2 Amplifier Commissioning Procedure

FP0015 FM220 MDU Amplifier

FP0020 OM4100 Hub Commissioning and Alignment

FP0029 FM321e Extender and Apartment Amplifier Commissioning Procedure

FP0030 FM601e Network Amplifier Commissioning Procedure

FP0032 TPS8738AA Apartment Amplifier Commissioning Procedures

5 DEFINITIONS

Term Definition

A group of three or more separate living units contained in one distinct

Multiple Dwelling Unit (MDU)
place.(e.g. apartment blocks, hotels, high rise buildings)
An extension of the broadband feeder cable network installed on the MDU
Backbone network cabling
property.

Lead in Cabling Cable connecting Feeder Network to the backbone network.

Home Run Cabling Cable from the customer tap to the customer wall outlet.

Lateral Cabling Part of the home run cable from the customer tap to the LU entry point.

Broadband Cabling Cabling used to distribute broadband signal

Organisation or group representing LU Strata Management owners

Body Corporate
interests within an MDU.

MDU Multiple dwelling unit

LU Single living unit

SDU Single dwelling unit (house or duplex LU)

MATV Master antenna television

BB Broadband

POE Point of entry

RF Radio Frequency

PVC Polyvinyl Chloride

STU Set Top Unit

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Term Definition

UV Ultra Violet (radiation)

6 ATTACHMENTS

Document number Title

None

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7 DOCUMENT CONTROL SHEET

Contact for Enquiries and Proposed Changes

If you have any questions regarding this document, or suggestions for improving it, then please contact

David Ryan Fixed & Data Access Engineering

Position Technical Specialist

Phone 038649 5706

Email [Link]@[Link]

Record of issues

Issue number Issue date Details on the change

1 29 January 1997 New document to replace VS-MDI-001.

2 20 August 1997 Paragraph 4.3.3 added, 4.2.3,4.5.1,4.8.1, [Link] and 4.10 alteration

3 14 March, 2002 Update references, delete non essential content

4 6 June 2012 Update to include current apartment amplifiers

4 25 March 2015 Contents reviewed and new template applied

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