IP Clock System Engineering Spec
IP Clock System Engineering Spec
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SAPLING GUIDE NOTE: This master specification section includes guide notes identified as SAPLING GUIDE NOTE for information
purposes and to assist the specification writer in making appropriate decisions. The SAPLING GUIDE NOTE always immediately
precedes the text to which it is referring. The section serves as a guideline only and should be edited with deletions and additions to meet
specific project requirements.
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Resource Manual including MasterFormat, SectionFormat, and PageFormat. Optional text is indicated by square brackets [_____];
delete the optional text including the brackets in the final copy of the specification and retain only text pertaining directly to the project.
Delete the SAPLING GUIDE NOTES in the final copy of the specification. Trade/brand names with appropriate product model numbers,
styles, and types are used in SAPLING GUIDE NOTES and in the specification text Article or Paragraph titled Basis of design.
GENERAL
1.01
SUMMARY OF WORK
1.02
A.
B.
Section Includes:
1.
(S)NTP server/master clock;
2.
Elapsed timer;
3.
Secondary analog IP clock;
4.
Secondary digital IP clock.
RELATED REQUIREMENTS
SAPLING GUIDE NOTE: Include in this Paragraph only those sections and documents that directly affect the work of this section. If a
reader of this section could reasonably expect to find a product or component specified in this section, but it is actually specified elsewhere,
then the related section number(s) should be listed in the Paragraph below. Do not include Division 00 Documents or Division 01 Sections
since it is assumed that all technical sections are related to all project Division 00 Documents and Division 01 Sections to some degree.
Refer to other documents with caution since referencing them may cause them to be considered a legal part of the Contract. Edit the
following paragraphs to suit specific project conditions.
A.
Section [27 05 00 - Common Work Results for Communications: conductors and cables].
B.
C.
SAPLING GUIDE NOTE: In the following Article, include only those reference standards which appear in the finished version of the
project specification.
1.03
REFERENCE STANDARDS
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
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ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS
A.
Co-ordination: Co-ordinate work of this Section with communications and electronics work and with work
of other trades for proper time and sequence to avoid construction delays.
SAPLING GUIDE NOTE: The pre-installation meeting may be deleted if the size and complexity of the project does not require prior coordination and review of the barrier system installation.
B.
Pre-installation Meeting: Convene pre-installation meeting after Award of Contract and [one week] before
starting work of this Section to verify project requirements, substrate conditions and coordination with
other building sub-trades, and to review manufacturers written installation instructions.
1.
Comply with Section 01 31 19 - Project Meetings and co-ordinate with other similar
pre-installation meetings.
2.
Notify attendees 2 weeks prior to meeting and ensure meeting attendees include as minimum:
a.
Owner;
b.
Consultant;
c.
[Communications and electronics] Subcontractor;
d.
Manufacturers Technical Representative.
3.
Ensure meeting agenda includes review of methods and procedures related to insulation
installation including co-ordination with related work.
4.
Record meeting proceedings including corrective measures and other actions required to ensure
successful completion of work and distribute to each attendee within 1 week of meeting.
SAPLING GUIDE NOTE: Article below includes submittal of relevant data to be furnished by Contractor.
1.05
Make submittals in accordance with Contract Conditions and Section 01 33 00 - Submittal Procedures.
B.
Product Data: Submit product data including manufacturers literature for clock system materials and
accessories, indicating compliance with specified requirements and material characteristics.
1.
Submit list on clock system manufacturers letterhead of materials and accessories to be
incorporated into Work.
2.
Include product name.
3.
Include preparation instructions and recommendations, installation methods, and storage and
handling requirements.
4.
Include contact information for manufacturer and their representative for this Project.
C.
D.
Samples:
1.
Submit one sample of each type of device used on project. Samples will be returned to Contractor
for incorporation into Work after Consultants review.
E.
Test Reports:
1.
Submit evaluation and test reports or other independent testing agency reports showing
compliance with specified performance characteristics and physical properties.
F.
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G.
H.
CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS
A.
Operation and Maintenance Data: Supply maintenance data for clock system for incorporation into manual
specified in Section 01 78 00 - Closeout Submittals.
SAPLING GUIDE NOTE: If LEED is not a part of the project delete the following Paragraph in its entirety as well as the reference
standards in 1.03.F.
1.07
B.
C.
QUALITY ASSURANCE
A.
B.
C.
SAPLING GUIDE NOTE: If LEED is not a part of the project delete the following Paragraph in its entirety as well as the reference
standards in Articles 1.03 and 1.05.
D.
SAPLING GUIDE NOTE: The following Article although not part of Quality Assurance, can be used to enhance the quality of materials by
ensuring that they are delivered and handled properly at the work site.
1.08
B.
Storage and Handling Requirements: Store materials off ground in dry location and protected from
exposure to fumes and harmful weather conditions and at temperature conditions recommended by
manufacturer.
1.
Store in original packaging until installed.
C.
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SAPLING GUIDE NOTE: For smaller projects that do not have a separate Section for waste management and disposal, delete the
following paragraph.
1.
2.
SAPLING GUIDE NOTE: For smaller projects that do not have a Waste Management Plan, delete the option referring to a Waste
Management Plan.
3.
1.09
Collect and separate for disposal, paper and plastic material in appropriate on-site storage
containers for recycling [in accordance with Waste Management Plan].
WARRANTY
A.
B.
Manufacturers warranty: Submit, for Owners acceptance, manufacturers standard warranty document
executed by authorized company official. Manufacturers warranty is in addition to and not intended to
limit other rights Owner may have under Contract Conditions.
SAPLING GUIDE NOTE: Co-ordinate article below with manufacturers warranty requirements.
C.
PRODUCTS
2.01
MANUFACTURER
A.
2.02
Manufacturer: Sapling Inc., 1633 Republic Rd Huntingdon Valley, PA 19006, Phone: 1-215-322-6063,
URL: www.sapling-inc.com.
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
A.
Ensure clock system components are designed to operate as part of complete system and include failproof design to ensure power interruption does not cause system failure.
SAPLING GUIDE NOTE: Use the following paragraph only if system is being installed as part of a renovation in an existing building.
B.
C.
D.
E.
Ensure system works with monitoring software for system controls from one location and including options
as follow:
1.
Mark clocks as priority for quick viewing;
2.
Uploading and downloading configuration capabilities;
3.
Sending numeric messages to digital clocks;
4.
Sending countdown functions to digital clocks;
5.
Sending alphanumeric messages to digital clocks;
6.
Displaying which clocks are not receiving (S)NTP time.
F.
G.
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H.
Ensure each clock in system has built-in web interface for programming.
I.
J.
K.
Ensure each product is designed, assembled and tested in United States of America.
L.
MASTER CLOCK
SAPLING GUIDE NOTE: Master Clock is not required for use with an IP Clock System. Include the following paragraph if master clock
options are required. Contact Sapling Inc., directly for available master clock options.
A.
SAPLING GUIDE NOTE: Include the following paragraph if optional relays are required. Identify the number optional relays required.
Number of relays is dependent on the number of systems or system events scheduled for the facility.
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Optional relays: Include [______] relays to ensure master clock is capable of utilizing [4] [8]
zones that can be used for scheduling facility systems as follows:
a.
b.
c.
12.
13.
14.
15.
16.
Bells;
Lights;
[______].
Allow for programming of master clock through 16 button rubber tactile keypad or built-in web
interface.
Ensure master clock can contain up to 800 events.
Ensure master clock can contain up to 255 schedule changes.
Ensure system is capable of interfacing with GPS, Internet and intranet systems.
Power Requirements: [110 V AC, 60 Hz] [220 V AC, 50 Hz].
a.
Ensure master clock is capable of 10 years battery power backup in event of power
failure.
SAPLING GUIDE NOTE: Include the following paragraph is the GPS option is required.
17.
18.
B.
GPS: Built-in GPS receiver capable of receiving synchronization signal from satellites with roof
mounted antennae and connected with 75 foot long cable with options for 150 or 300 foot cable.
Basis of design: Sapling Inc., NTP 8000 Series NTP Server/Master Clock.
SAPLING GUIDE NOTE: Include the following paragraph is the GPS option is required.
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GPS: Built-in GPS receiver capable of receiving synchronization signal from satellites with roof
mounted antennae and connected with 75 foot long cable with options for 150 or 300 foot cable.
Basis of design: Sapling Inc., NTP 7000 Series NTP Server/Master Clock.
SECONDARY CLOCKS
A.
Analog Clocks: To UL and cUL, designed for IP (PoE) system with fully automatic plug and play
capability.
1.
Ensure secondary clock is capable of receiving NTP protocol through CAT5 or CAT6:
SAPLING GUIDE NOTE: 12 hour display is standard but 24 is available as an option. If standard black or white face is not desirable,
custom colors are available and may be specified in the following paragraph. Contact Sapling Inc., directly for other available color
combinations.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
B.
Clock display: [12] [24] hour [white face with black numbers] [black face with white numbers]
[custom face [______] custom logo [______] ].
a.
Size: [Round [12.65] [16.65] inches diameter] [Square [9 x 9] [12 x 12] inches].
Built-in Web Interface includes features such as:
a.
Password protected interface. Open access is unacceptable;
b.
Naming of the clock;
c.
Selecting time interval clock receives NTP time;
d.
Bias seconds configuration for altering correct time +/- 9999 seconds;
e.
Setting GMT offset for time zone configuration;
f.
Built-in diagnostic mode;
g.
Select all IP settings;
h.
DHCP capability;
i.
Server redundancy capability. Up to 10 servers can be used as backup in case of failure.
j.
Domestic and International Daylight Saving Time capability;
k.
E-mail alerts for situations as follow:
1)
If NTP synchronization received is larger than specified interval.
2)
If time sync received is larger than specified interval.
3)
If clock has been reset.
Materials:
a.
Dial: Polystyrene
b.
Case: Shallow profile, smooth surface [metal] [ABS].
c.
Crystal: Shatter-proof, side-molded, polycarbonate.
Hand tolerance:
a.
Hour and minute hands: 1/4 minute.
b.
Second hand: 1/2 minute.
Power Requirements: Power over Ethernet (PoE), 48 V DC.
Basis of design: Sapling Inc., SAP Series Clock.
SAPLING GUIDE NOTE: For 4 digit display clocks choose either the 4.69 x 10.31 inches or the 6.75 x 13.31 inches bezel sizes. For 6
digit display clocks choose either the 4.69 x 13.56 inches or the 6.75 x 18.31inches bezel sizes.
2)
Bezel size: [4.69 x 10.31] [6.75 x 13.31] [4.69 x 13.56] [6.75 x 18.31] inches.
SAPLING GUIDE NOTE: For visibility from 100 feet away choose either the 4.69 x 10.31 inches or the 6.75 x 13.31 inches bezel sizes.
For visibility from 250 feet away choose either the 4.69 x 13.56 inches or the 6.75 x 18.31inches bezel sizes.
3)
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e.
BELL, FirE messaging capabilities;
f.
Alternating Time/Date functionality.
Power Requirements: Power over Ethernet (PoE), 48 V DC.
Clock mounting: [ABS, surface mount housing] [Metal, flush mount housing] [ABS double mount
housing].
Built-in Web Interface includes feature options as follow:
a.
Password protected interface. Open access is unacceptable;
b.
Naming of the clock;
c.
Selecting time interval clock receives NTP time;
d.
Bias seconds configuration for altering correct time +/- 9999 seconds;
e.
Setting GMT offset for time zone configuration;
f.
12/24 hour mode;
g.
Select all IP settings;
h.
DHCP capability;
i.
Server redundancy capability. Up to 10 servers can be used as backup in case of failure.
j.
Domestic and International Daylight Saving Time capability;
k.
E-mail alerts for situations as follow:
1)
If NTP synchronization received is larger than specified interval
2)
If time sync received is larger than specified interval
3)
If clock has been reset
4)
If count up has been activated
5)
If countdown has been activated.
a)
Alternating time/date functionality
m.
Four levels of brightness;
n.
American or European time format [MM:DD:YY][DD:MM:YY]
o.
Brightness scheduling capability:
1)
Ensure clock is capable of changing brightness level two times minimum
throughout day
2)
Ensure clock brightness is selectable [Off][Low][Medium][High]
SAPLING GUIDE NOTE: Choose the SBP 3200 Series Digital Wireless Clock if the clock is to be used in conjunction with an Elapsed
timer. Choose the SBP 3300 Series Digital Clock if the clock is to be used in conjunction with the Elapsed Timer and/or relays are
required.
5.
2.05
Basis of design: Sapling Inc., [SBP 3100 Series Digital Clock] [SBP 3200 Series Digital Clock]
[SBP 3300 Series Digital IP Clock].
ACCESSORIES
A.
B.
Conductor and cables: In accordance with Section [27 05 00 - Common Work Results for
Communications].
C.
Signal and Control Circuits: Manufacturers recommended stranded, single conductors or twisted pair
cable.
D.
E.
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Hangers and Supports: In accordance with Section [27 05 00 - Common Work Results for
Communications].
SAPLING GUIDE NOTE: Clock systems work best when all of the components come from a single manufacturer. However, it is possible
for components from manufacturers to be mixed within a system as long as the components are compatible. In renovation projects, existing
systems may differ from new additions to the system. Check with the manufacturers of both the existing system and the new components to
ensure compatibility before specifying different manufacturers of the components. It is recommended that for new projects all system
components come from the same manufacturer.
2.06
2.07
Ensure clock system components and accessories are supplied or approved in writing by single
manufacturer.
PRODUCT SUBSTITUTIONS
A.
Substitutions: [In accordance with Section 01 23 13 - Product Substitution Procedures] [No substitutions
permitted].
EXECUTION
3.01
INSTALLERS
3.02
3.03
A.
Use only installers with [3] years minimum experience with work similar to work of this Section.
B.
Ensure all clock system components are installed by single communications and electronics subcontractor.
EXAMINATION
A.
Verification of Conditions: Verify that conditions of substrate previously installed under other Sections or
Contracts are acceptable for clock system installation in accordance with manufacturers written
recommendations.
1.
Visually inspect substrate in presence of Consultant.
2.
Ensure surfaces are free of snow, ice, frost, grease and other deleterious materials.
3.
Proceed with installation only after unacceptable conditions have been remedied and after receipt
of written approval to proceed from Consultant.
B.
Start of clock system installation indicates installers acceptance of substrate installation conditions.
INSTALLATION
SAPLING GUIDE NOTE: Refer to the insulation manufacturers current installation guide for detailed information regarding installation.
A.
Install IP communication clock system in accordance with manufacturers written recommendations and in
accordance with NFPA 70E.
B.
C.
D.
E.
Install clocks only after painting and other finish work is completed in each room.
F.
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Field Inspection: Coordinate field inspection in accordance with Section [01 45 00 - Quality Control].
SYSTEM STARTUP
A.
At completion of installation and before final acceptance, turn on equipment and ensure equipment is
operating properly, and clock system devices and components are functioning.
B.
Evaluate and test each device in clock system on room-by-room basis using factory-trained technicians.
1.
Fix or replace devices which fail test or are functioning incorrectly.
2.
Submit evaluation and report showing results of room-by-room tests and overall system
compliance within 3 days of testing being carried out.
CLEANING
SAPLING GUIDE NOTE: For smaller projects that do not have a separate Division 01 Section for cleaning, delete the reference to Section
01 74 00 Cleaning in the following two Paragraphs.
3.07
3.08
A.
Progress Cleaning: Perform cleanup as work progresses [in accordance with Section 01 74 00 - Cleaning
and Waste Management].
1.
Leave work area clean at end of each day.
B.
Final Cleaning: Upon completion, remove surplus materials, rubbish, tools, and equipment [in accordance
with Section 01 74 00 Cleaning and Waste Management].
C.
Waste Management:
1.
Co-ordinate recycling of waste materials with [01 74 19 - Construction Waste Management and
Disposal].
2.
Collect recyclable waste and dispose of or recycle field generated construction waste created
during construction or final cleaning related to work of this Section.
3.
Remove recycling containers and bins from site and dispose of materials at appropriate facility.
Arrange system demonstration and training session for Owners operation and maintenance personnel.
1.
Allow Owner and Consultant [7] days minimum advance notice before training session.
B.
Break down system demonstration and training session into logical segments for Owners operations and
maintenance personnel.
C.
Train Owners maintenance personnel in procedures and schedules involved in operating, troubleshooting,
servicing, and preventative maintenance of clock system.
SYSTEM COMMISSIONING
A.
3.09
Do clock system commissioning in accordance with Section [27 10 53 - Clock System Commissioning].
PROTECTION
A.
B.