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Structured wiring calgary also known as data cabling wiring calgary for residential, commercial, or industrial. Running cable from point of demarcation (Electrical Panel) to a room, office or machine. How much does a typical home automation or distribution system cost? System costs will vary depending on the number of rooms with speakers, the number of TV’s throughout the home, how easy the system is to use and how many automation features you are looking to integrate. Basic audio systems can be designed and installed. Hutch Tech designs, installs and maintains your fibre and copper cabling systems. Regardless of the size of the job, Hutch Tech delivers to single or multiple sites within your budget and on schedule. Our manufacturer-trained technicians use the latest fibre and copper test equipment to certify each project; thus delivering reliable performance. Hutch Tech technicians are trained and conversant with network communications cabling practices in accordance with EIA/TIA 568(B).
Structured Wiring Systems 101
It is estimated that nearly half of all housing starts currently include
structured wiring.
Structured wiring systems are hot. Promoted by suppliers and installing
companies as the fourth utility and digital plumbing, structured wiring
systems have increased in both market penetration and consumer awareness.
The Primary Components
First, a service center, also called the distribution panel, works like a
sophisticated switchboard. Outside services, including cable TV, telephone, DBS
satellite, Internet and the like, enter this panel and are distributed to
locations throughout the house. The system is similar to the one used by
electrical breaker panels in controlling electricity flow.
Certain services like digital cable, digital satellite, high-speed Internet and
HDTV require the second part of the wiring system, high-performance cables, to
allow full access throughout the home. Most systems include RG-6 coaxial cable
for TV and video distribution, and Category 5e twisted-pair cable for telephone
and data. RG-6 coaxial cable provides maximum protection from interference with
the TV picture. Category 5e cable provides high-speed access to multiple phone
lines without cross-talk. Because the coaxial and twisted-pair data and phone
cabling are frequently run together to universal service outlets, they are often
bundled to simplify installation.
Each room has the third part of the wiring system, the outlet, which can be
customized to users specific needs based on which services they want in each
room (cable, Internet access, telephone, etc.). Outlets that feature connections
for voice, video and data services on a single plate are coming to be known as
multimedia or universal service outlets.
Three Levels of Solutions
Hutch Tech Inc. has established three solutions for structured wiring
systems in new homes, based on the approved industry standard (TIA 570-A).
1. The recommended solution provides an infrastructure to support basic and
advanced systems, including multimedia and interactive communications services,
home-office components and distribution of digital television signals.
2. The minimum solution provides an infrastructure to support and integrate
basic systems such as telephone, satellite, CATV and data services now, while
allowing for customization and evolution as new technologies are developed. This
solution limits access to many services derived from the broadband pipe (used in
the recommended solution).
3. The upgraded solution integrates the recommended solution with an added step
to allow for easy upgrading of the wiring system. This includes the installation
of 2-inch PVC piping from the attic to the basement for ease of installing
future wires and/or fiber optic cable, which provides maximum available
bandwidth.
Glossary:
Distribution box:
The distribution box is a stand-alone piece of equipment that contains
distribution devices for voice, data and video. It must be located in a place
that is readily accessible to cabling maintenance. The distribution center
allows the wiring system to be customized and updated as technologies are
developed. It provides universal access to various networking elements within
the home as well as connectivity to service providers.
Star topography:
All cables are strung in a star formation that allows all wires to have a direct
link from the distribution box to the outlet. The efficient star topography
allows system changes to be made without the hassle of having to pull new wires.
In addition, services are not disrupted or impaired by other online connected
devices.
Universal service outlets:
These outlets are designed to support a full range of communication technologies
with a variety of flexible configurations, including voice, data and video
jacks. Universal outlets allow the homeowner to determine which technologies
will be used in each room in the home. Even after wiring system installation is
complete, outlets can be changed to meet the homeowners changing needs.
Recommended wiring consists of:
- two CAT 5 cables (CAT 5e preferred);
- two RG-6 quad-shielded coax cables;
- one dual CAT 5/dual coax outlet to key rooms in the house, including home
office/den/study, kitchen, family/great room, each bedroom, multimedia room,
master bathroom, utility room, dining room.
Recommended wiring provides for basic and advanced services, including
multimedia and interactive communication services. This grade supports both
current and developing technologies including multiple communication technology
in the home office (multiple computers, fax machines, phone lines, etc.) and
extensive home-theater capabilities (DVD, etc.).
Minimum wiring consists of:
- one four-pair UTP CAT 5 cable;
- one dual RG-6 coaxial cable to key rooms in the house, including home
office/den/study, kitchen, family/great room, each bedroom.
Minimum wiring provides the basic structured wiring required for telephone,
satellite, CATV, and data services. This allows a homeowner to reap basic
benefits such as multiple phone and modem lines and satellite television.
Minimum wiring, while technically compatible with current cable modem or DSL
broadband services, limits access to many services derived from the broadband
pipe.
Upgrade wiring
This wiring is the same as recommended wiring, plus 2-inch PVC piping from the
attic to basement to ease installation of additional wiring or fiber optics in
the future. Upgrade wiring is a kind of contingency plan to accommodate the
unknown future of telecommunication services and technology.