Items Tagged With cabling

This looks like something all home automators would be delighted to have in their homes. Couldn't find a price, but I get the feeling if you have to ask...

"6-in x 7-out audio/video matrix capable of routing HD signals over Cat 5 cable to multiple remote locations - The AVAtrix is a matrix configuration of HD component video, digital audio and stereo audio signals. Any of six sources may be routed to multiple remote Wallplates or to the main output at any time...

Submission by Nigel Giddings - I am currently building a house in North Kent and have caught the Home Automation bug. The intention is to live in the house for the rest of my life (a bold statement?). I would like to be able to say that no expense has been spared but that would be an exaggeration. I have, however, included many things that you probably would not expect in a typical new house, at least in it's price range. As I want all the usual HA toys the design calls for the usual items like servers, amplifiers, receivers, and a wide range of detectors of various types..

Here's another series of IPTV shows for you to download. The latest release from GIDUT (get it done using technology), episode 7 is entitled "How To Punch Down Cat5". Well worth a look if you are a cable virgin about to embark on your own wiring project...

Idratek is still a little known brand in the Smart Home industry, but it has an impressive array of hardware modules and software features. The aesthetics and form of the modules have always been controversial, but there's no doubting the Idratek networks functionality. UK home automator, David Gumbrell, is blogging his Idratek installation and it's a great insight into what the system is capable of. With lots of photos and screen grabs it's a great home automation diary...

Press release just received from In Touch Technologies...

"Multimessage and distributor In Touch Technologies announce the launch of the M400 Home Communication Centre range as one of the most complete home networking and entertainment solutions available in the industry.

Available in both system and modular form, the M400 is a hybrid based system using both CAT5e and Coax cable. This system has been designed from the ground up to be a true residential system rather than an evolution from a commercial solution. Starting with the unique, built in power distribution panel from which each module is powered, leaving just a single external 230v feed to connect to a switched fused spur. Other modules include an amazing 2x10 PBX with music on hold, 8 Way 10/100 Ethernet Switch, ADSL Modem, Audio distribution panel and 1x8 TV Amp with three built in modulators, all of which fit directly into the cabinet with minimum fuss and complication...