What I learned from a test lab is the RBOC's have no interest in surging interfaces using coaxial cables.
Joe Finlayson wrote: > I am hearing mixed opinions of whether a DS3 Coax interface falls > under the scope of interfaces to be subjected to GR-1089 4.5.9 Intrabuilding > Lightning Surge. The way I interpret the standard is that it does fall > under the scope as there is no clear definition, that I could find, for > "Telecommunications Port". I've seen verbiage citing examples, but no clear > definition. This interface will not connect to outside plant and I do wish > to claim shielded cables with grounds at both ends to avoid the testing. > The scope of Section 4.6 clearly eliminates DS3 as part of that section. > The program team is against testing it and I would not like to see a > prospective customer reject the report. Any and all feedback and opinions > from the group (RBOC's especially) would be greatly appreciated. > > Thx, > > Joe > > ********************************* > <<...>> > > Joe Finlayson > Manager, Compliance Engineering > Telica, Inc. > 734 Forest Street, Bldg. G, Suite 100 > Marlboro, MA 01752 > Tel: (508) 480-0909 x212 > Fax: (508) 480-0922 > Email: jfinlay...@telica.com > Web: www.telica.com
