INstallation

IP Homenet AV System

 

 

CABLE TERMINATION GUIDE
CONSOLE & HUB INSTALLATION
OPTIONAL ACCESSORY CONNECTIONS

-----Installation Questions and Answers-----

> Where should I install the socket clusters?
> What cables do I require?
> Who installs the cables?
> Where do I install the cables for the Satellite and Aerial?
> Do I require trunking, conduit or capping for the cables?
> What kind of back box do I require?
> Where and how is the Console fixed and what are its dimensions?
>How are the cables presented to the console?
> Do I require power to the console?
> How long does it take to complete the work?
> How do I use the system?
> How does the Television I.R. receptor work?

 

 

 

 

Where should I install the socket clusters?
You will already have discussed with the sales department the quantity of socket clusters required usually 24 x single gang each fitted with 2 RJ45 sockets. The positioning of these sockets will be the responsibility of the homeowner or builder but we recommend they be positioned near to the power points.

 

 

What cables do I require?
The Cat 5e cable will normally be supplied by IP Homenet™ as part of the quote and will be sent out to the installation address on the date specified for the installation.

 

 

Who installs the cables?
The Electrical contractor or our engineers can install the cables, using the latest ratified installation guidelines and regulations.

All the installed cables will be sited 300mm away from the mains cables to avoid interference and comply with IEE and TIA regulations.

IP Homenet™ recommend in order to achieve this that these cables should be laid after the mains wiring is installed.

 

 

Where do I install the cables for the Satellite and Aerial?
For digital, terrestrial and future television reception, we recommend installing 5 coaxial cables from the loft to the Console. These cables should be individually labelled and have enough spare length to reach the south-east side of the house with 5 metres of spare cable for termination purposes and should be cabled back to the Iphomenet console leaving 2 metres coiled up for connection to the required devices.


 

 

Do I require trunking, conduit or capping for the cables?
It is relatively easy to install cables around the house. In a timber frame house the cables are installed before the internal wallboards are installed. In a brick and block house trunking or ducting should be installed/laid in the floor screed or walls.

 

 

What kind of back box do I require?
Each socket cluster will require a single gang back box. The back box must be suitable for the type of mounting or fixing surface and usually supplied by the electrician.

 

 

Where and how is the console fixed and what are its dimensions?
The console should be housed in a place where it can be fixed to a solid brick or timber wall i.e. utility cupboard or garage. The dimensions of the cabinet are 800mm high, 330mm in width and 170mm in depth. We recommend that the immediate area around the sides of the console should be free to add/connect additional technology in the future.

 

 

How are the cables presented to the console?
The cables should be presented to the console enclosed in 2-compartment trunking from the top \ bottom of the console leaving 2 metres coiled up ready for termination.

 

 

Do I require power to the console?
We recommend that a minimum of 8 x 13amp Anti-Surge protection points be installed for connectivity of the system and additional equipment.
With developing technology and additional modules you may decide to increase this figure for future expansion.

 

 

How long does it take to complete the work?
We estimate on a standard installation to install the cables on the first fix should take approximately two days. The second fix includes connections and testing of the system and should take about a day.

 

 

How do I use the system?
On completion of the installation the manuals will explain how to utilise the Console and the AV Hub system. The latest manuals can be downloaded HERE for your perusal.

 

 

How does the Television I.R. Receptor work?
When viewing a television channel or watching remotely connected devices such as DVD, Video, Sky, Cable, CCTV, or automation units etc. you need to be able to control the devices connected to the console hub. The I.R. receptor collects the signal from your remote controls within a 4mtr range x 60°H x 30°V, of any television and is transported back to the hub via the cat5 cable. The I.R. signal is then routed to each device via emitter enabling full control.

 

 

 

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