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Structured Wiring |
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There are a number of benefits of a
well-designed structured cabling system, but there is only one good time to
install it: when the walls are still open during initial construction.
Structured Wiring is a term for the wiring infrastructure system in the home
that can distribute multiple telephone lines, high speed data, cable and
satellite TV, all in a flexible, modular fashion which can accommodate
future changes and additions.
While there are many ways your new home can be wired in a structured
format, Bart Electric recommends starting with running two category 5e
4-pair UTP cables (one phone, one data) and two RG6 quad shield coax cable
run to every bedroom and the living room, den/study, office, etc. A more
future-ready plan includes one or two fiber optic cables. Both designs help
your new home to be equipped for the conveniences of the information age.
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incoming phone line can be cross-connected to any phone jack in the house.
A computer
network (LAN) allows you to reduce the number of electronic devices
(printers, etc.) needed and gives you the ability to easily share files
between computers. A LAN also enables you to share a high-speed internet
connection.
The ability
to distribute any video signal (cable, satellite, cameras, etc.) to any TV
jack in the house.
As the use
of a room changes (a guest room becomes a home office) the system can more
easily adapt to provide the needed services.
As new
services become available (HDTV, etc.), they can more easily be distributed
throughout the house.
Should a
cable be accidentally damaged during home improvements the rest of the
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Technology marches on – it’s not a headline any
more, it’s an underlying assumption of our daily lives.
Tomorrow you will be able to buy a more
capable phone system, control more appliances and home electronics systems
remotely, connect your PC and home entertainment equipment to take advantage
of exciting new services and features. All of this is available to you if
you have the right wiring!
Most higher-end homes now have structured
wiring included as a matter of course. Unfortunately, much of it is poorly
planned or poorly installed by contractors who don’t understand the
requirements of the connected equipment. The only thing more expensive and
frustrating than adding wiring to a house that was not pre-wired is adding
more wiring to a house that was wired incorrectly!
Please let our experts consult with you and
your builder on low-voltage wiring systems that will allow you to easily
add, change, replace, and connect your appliances and electronics without
limitations or major wiring expenses. |
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