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INTERNATIONAL COMMUNICATION SUPPORT networks Home Ü THE RESIDENTIAL ENVIRONMENT Lifestyle and the home environment are in a constant state of change. Technological demands on a home’s wiring infrastructure creates the need for an advanced wiring system to be installed. This new wiring infrastructure creates the foundation of the electronic home… allowing homeowners to enrich their lifestyles.

INTERNATIONAL COMMUNICATION SUPPORT networks Home Ü WHY UPGRADE TRADITIONAL RESIDENTIAL CABLING? Cabling installed today is based on 25 year old technology. The design of the system is also in question… Daisy-chaining limits the system’s effectiveness to a significant degree and does not comply with the appropriate residential wiring standards.

INTERNATIONAL COMMUNICATION SUPPORT networks Home Ü STANDARDS COMPLIANT Consistency of design (Job to job, installer to installer) Conformance to physical infrastructure and info transmission requirements Basis for examining proposed system expansions and other changes Uniform documentation (Great for troubleshooting) Ease of maintenance and reliabilty

INTERNATIONAL COMMUNICATION SUPPORT networks Home Ü TELCOMS INDUSTRY Ü ASSOCIATION 570B Residental Structured cabling standard TIA are responsible for providing and maintaining standards and practices for the cabling industry

INTERNATIONAL COMMUNICATION SUPPORT networks Home Ü TIA REQUIREMENTS Star topology - all home runs Max. 90m from distribution device to information outlet Bend radius: - Coax = 75mm (4 x outside diameter) - UTP = 25mm (10 x outside diameter) Cable separation standard: BS EN , and BS 7671 IEE regs for safety requirements

INTERNATIONAL COMMUNICATION SUPPORT networks Home Ü STAR OR HUB NETWORK Each room gets its own cable run back to the connection centre or hub (home run) External signal feeds (cable, phone, sat) are pulled to the connection centre and distributed to each room (star topology)

INTERNATIONAL COMMUNICATION SUPPORT networks Home Ü INSTALLATION STAGES - First fix - Second fix It is standard practice to order products on a project-by-project basis. However, keep in mind that there may be reasons why you would want to maintain your own inventory.

INTERNATIONAL COMMUNICATION SUPPORT networks Home Ü HOMEOWNER BENEFITS - Easily configure any jack in the home - Change a phone jack : - from line 1 to line 2 - to computer jack - to input jack for Cat 5 audio - Simple integration - Cost-effective solution

INTERNATIONAL COMMUNICATION SUPPORT networks Home Ü SO WHAT CAN A HOME NETWORK DO?

INTERNATIONAL COMMUNICATION SUPPORT networks Home Ü PHONE Telephone modules bring multiple telephone and fax lines into the home and send them wherever needed. With simple « plug and play » connectivity. PHONE Ü SO WHAT CAN A HOME NETWORK DO?

INTERNATIONAL COMMUNICATION SUPPORT networks Home Ü COMPUTER With computer networking modules, the internet can be enjoyed anywhere requiring a connection. No more waiting to go online…. Share one connection using a broadband router Printers, scanners and any other peripherals can all be shared. COMPUTER Ü SO WHAT CAN A HOME NETWORK DO?

INTERNATIONAL COMMUNICATION SUPPORT networks Home Ü VIDEO Video distribution module allows us to distribute Video,DVD, Satellite and TV signals around the home. For added security, camera modules allow home owners to monitor all areas of the house. VIDEO Ü SO WHAT CAN A HOME NETWORK DO?

INTERNATIONAL COMMUNICATION SUPPORT networks Home Ü AUDIO Audio distribution modules allow us to distribute sound via independent volume controls in each room through stereo speakers. Typical sources include CD’s, radio,IPOD AUDIO Ü SO WHAT CAN A HOME NETWORK DO?

INTERNATIONAL COMMUNICATION SUPPORT networks Home Ü HOW CAN THIS BE SHOWN IN A HOME ENVIRONMENT?

Ü HOME NETWORKS Distribute multiple phone lines for home and business. Together with multiple connections for PC network access and interactive gaming

Ü HOME NETWORKS Enjoy your favourite music from a central audio source without disturbing others in the home

Ü HOME NETWORKS Bring computer gaming to life and challenge players remotely… whether that be in another room of the house or another country!

Ü HOME NETWORKS Listen to your favourite tunes or take the audio from your favourite TV channel whilst relaxing in the bath or getting ready for work.

Ü HOME NETWORKS Protect your home and your family with camera modules that can be viewed from any TV in the house.

Ü HOME NETWORKS Turn the bedroom into an extension of the office for a more relaxed working environment and finish watching the late film in bed.

Ü HOME NETWORKS Create an ambience throughout the home with shared music that can be played in every room.

Ü HOME NETWORKS Watch what you want, where you want. Enjoy a centrally distributed DVD in the kitchen whilst others choose a satellite movie in the lounge

INTERNATIONAL COMMUNICATION SUPPORT networks Home Ü where are home networks going? Entertainment Multi-Room Audio TV/Video Home CinemaSpeakers Communications Networking Phone SystemsHome Office Intercom Comfort Lighting Control Power Mgmt. Security Cameras Home Control Home System Infrastructure (CONNECTIVITY & Service Enclosures, Cables, Basic Modules, Mounts)