Structured Wiring
Behind and inside the walls of your home breathe a world of opportunity and if suited correctly, with structured wiring, it can bring your house to life.
What is it?
Structured wiring is a generic term used to describe the method of providing communication infrastructure for your home. The structured approach is to run a full bundle of wire from a central distribution box to every significant room throughout the house. The bundle of wire consists of different types that distribute a variety of data signals to such technology as cable television, telephones, and Ethernet computer networks.
Wiring Options
The wires included in a structured wiring bundle vary by manufacturer, but usually consist of at least two coaxial cables of RG-6 quality (for video) and two twisted pair cables of Category 5 (Cat-5) or higher quality (for voice and data). Other options include fiber optic cable, but many think the installation of such cable is more difficult and expensive.
Central Distribution
It’s been said that the mechanics of the central distribution box or panel are a lot like the initial telephone switchboards of the past. You simply connect the service desired (such as your telephone or computer network) to the room of the house where it is needed and presto, you have technology at the palm of your hand.
Structured wiring systems have become increasingly popular to meet the demands of today’s tech savvy consumer. That’s because intelligent structured wiring systems can provide seamless, integrated control of cable and satellite TV, audio and video, the Internet, telephone, lighting, and you guessed it - security.