Private Branch Exchange PBX / Distribution Equipment Installation Checklist

This article is about Private Branch Exchange PBX / Distribution Equipment Installation Checklist and Commissioning of Communications Systems as per International Codes and standards.

Private Branch Exchange PBX / Distribution Equipment Installation Checklist

Verify that the wiring is independent of the mechanical structure of the system to allow flexibility in the planning, mounting and grouping of the system elements, such as the traffic carrying and functional units.
Verify that Plug-in type cables are used. These cables shall be precut to the proper size at the factory and supplied ready to install.
Verify that all racks and other hardware are equipped with grounding points, and when installed, it is grounded at the exchange room.
Verify that the installed equipment comply with the following technical requirements of the regulatory standards:
a) FCC: Federal Communications Commission (U.S.A.)
Part 15, Radio Frequency Devices – Subparts B and D.
b) DOC: Department Of Communications (Canada)
CSA C108.8 (Canadian Standards Association).”
Verify that Suitable rack lighting equipment, if not installed, shall be provided to illuminate the whole apparatus. The power for rack lighting shall be taken from the AC main supply.
Check and verify the location of the installed equipments and components to comply with project IFC drawings.
Verify the installed equipments and components comply with project requirements and specification.
Verify that the installation instructions issued by the manufacturer (s) are followed unless specific exceptions or deviations are noted in writing and /or on the installation/ construction drawings.