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• AHL: Color Codes and Fiber

  Send us a textWe honor Phil Klingensmith and then dive into why standards make low-voltage work reliable, fast to service and future friendly. We unpack color codes, 568A vs 568B, fiber cleaning myths, splicer maintenance, MHz vs Mb, and encoding schemes with clear, practical advice.• roots of color codes in Bell system and why they still matter• 568A vs 568B framed by pins, pairs and channels• why pair splitting creates crosstalk and failures• USOC, tip and ring, and mnemonic aids• fiber cleaning methods and why canned air falls short• fusion splicer troubleshooting and electrode care• megahertz vs megabits using the highway analogy• encoding basics: RZ, NRZ and Manchester timing• RFIs, submittals, RFQs and RFPs clarified• estimator vs project manager responsibilities and skillsPlease consider donating: There’s a QR code on the screen or hit me up for the link. Help fuel the podcast for next year and support the Costa Rica masterclass. Not a 501c3. Make sure you do something to make this industry a little better, like Phil didSupport the showKnowledge is power! Make sure to stop by the webpage to buy me a cup of coffee or support the show at https://linktr.ee/letstalkcabling . Also if you would like to be a guest on the show or have a topic for discussion send me an email at [email protected] Chuck Bowser RCDD TECH#CBRCDD #RCDD

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• Phil Klingensmith RCDD: The Mentor Who Built An Industry

  Send us a textWe honor our friend and industry icon, Phil Klingensmith RCDD, by replaying a defining interview that shows his humility, mastery, and deep commitment to teaching. From open wire lines to dense fiber, Phil’s wisdom ties legacy systems to the future of intelligent infrastructure.• why Phil’s work still shapes design, install, and certification• Navy-to-AT&T journey and outside plant beginnings• legacy gear awareness to prevent outages• BICSI training, standards, and best practices• tips for the BICSI hands-on exam• the case for constant learning and mentorship• where infrastructure is heading and why wires still matter• building careers through community and shared knowledgePlease don't let Phil's example be a memory. Make it a blueprint. Pick one thing that you can do for this industry to make it better. Teach somebody something, volunteer, share your knowledge instead of guarding it closely.Support the showKnowledge is power! Make sure to stop by the webpage to buy me a cup of coffee or support the show at https://linktr.ee/letstalkcabling . Also if you would like to be a guest on the show or have a topic for discussion send me an email at [email protected] Chuck Bowser RCDD TECH#CBRCDD #RCDD

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• AHL: Certs, Conduit, And Cable Math For ICT Pros

  Send us a textWe map a clean path from residential low-voltage work to professional-grade practice, tackling certifications, conduit fill math, reel verification, and the often-misunderstood NVP. Along the way, we flag cybersecurity risks in smart homes and share standards that save time and money.• choosing first certs for residential AV and networking• CEDIA vs BICSI strengths and how to combine them• why fiber matters in large homes and crossovers• conduit fill realities, code vs standards, heat risk• using calculators, derating for bends, leaving growth• how to verify reel lengths fast and accurately• when to use OTDR, TDR, and pulling eyes• what NVP means and how testers use it• cybersecurity pitfalls with cheap IoT and camerasFuel the future ICT. Donate at tinyurl.com/fuel-ict or use the on-screen QR code to support next year’s trips and scholarshipsSupport the showKnowledge is power! Make sure to stop by the webpage to buy me a cup of coffee or support the show at https://linktr.ee/letstalkcabling . Also if you would like to be a guest on the show or have a topic for discussion send me an email at [email protected] Chuck Bowser RCDD TECH#CBRCDD #RCDD

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• From RCDD To Career Roadmap: What Comes Next And How To Use It

  Send us a textWe turn the “morning after” anxiety into a clear roadmap for what to do once you pass a major credential like the RCDD. We map next certifications, role pathways, and ways to pay it forward so the credential becomes a lever, not a finish line.• adopting a continuous learning mindset• choosing field certs that complement design• mapping 2, 5, and 10 year career goals• selecting between RTPM and PMP for growth• exploring data center and OSP pathways• weighing estimating, PM, sales, QA, consulting• building credibility with real site experience• avoiding the credential-collecting trap• mentoring newcomers and forming study groups• volunteering for BICSI and ANSI committees• creating content that builds authorityIf you're watching this show on YouTube and you like this content, would you mind clicking on that subscribe button and that bell button to be notified when new content is being produced?If you're listening to us on one of the audio podcast platforms, would you mind leaving us a five-star rating?If the show's not a five-star rating show, send me a message and let me know what I can do to make this a better show.Email Chuck at advertising at letstalkcabling.com and let's connect your brand to the right audience today.Visit GoFar on LinkedIn or click on the link in the description below.Support the showKnowledge is power! Make sure to stop by the webpage to buy me a cup of coffee or support the show at https://linktr.ee/letstalkcabling . Also if you would like to be a guest on the show or have a topic for discussion send me an email at [email protected] Chuck Bowser RCDD TECH#CBRCDD #RCDD

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• AHL: Fiber Basics, Tools, And Field Wisdom

  Send us a textWe unpack fiber fundamentals, smarter Wi‑Fi design, and the practical gear that makes field work safer and faster. We also cover tester calibration, useful labeling, and how to hire and keep technicians who grow with the company.• fiber core and cladding roles and refractive index• starter toolkits and personal PPE for installers• right-sizing home and data center Wi‑Fi with heat maps• certifier calibration cycles and warranty requirements• velcro vs tie wraps and airflow awareness• pricing fixed bids with explicit assumptions• mentoring new techs on safe fusion splicing• conduit fill variables and de-rating• standards-based labeling for faster maintenance• predictive and validation surveys for reliable networks• hiring for attitude, growth, and retentionMake sure that you send me questions for next week. DM me and I’ll do that one video for the Cat 6 cables through a two‑inch pipe, and I’ll make a YouTube video for it as wellSupport the showKnowledge is power! Make sure to stop by the webpage to buy me a cup of coffee or support the show at https://linktr.ee/letstalkcabling . Also if you would like to be a guest on the show or have a topic for discussion send me an email at [email protected] Chuck Bowser RCDD TECH#CBRCDD #RCDD

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