IBM Classic Series, Homeowner'S Manual

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System overview
System overview
The Home Network Connection Center consists of four main network components:
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Home Network Connection Center
•
Cables and wires*
• Network connections called “Tap Points”*
• Network accessories, such as video cameras*
*
May be provided by your Home Systems Integrator.
Home Network Connection Center
The Home Network Connection Center links the home network together. All incoming
signals generated from external sources (for example, cable TV or satellite) enter
the Home Network Connection Center and are distributed throughout the
network. All signals generated from internal sources (for example, CCTV or
telephone) are routed to the Home Network Connection Center and are either
distributed throughout the system or sent out of the home.
The Home Network Connection Center can house a 1000 Package Video/Telcom
Module and a power supply. The function of the 1000 Package Video/Telcom
Module is to distribute phone and video signals across the network through
Category 5 twisted pair and Series 6 coaxial cables connected to it.
The Home Network Connection Center can also house either of two Video Distribution
Amplifier modules (8 TAP A/B and 16 TAP) and a power supply. The function of
the Video Distribution Amplifier is to distribute video signals across the network
through coaxial cables connected to it. In addition to the Video Distribution
Amplifier, there are other modules available for the Home Network Connection
Center. These modules are described in the section labeled “System modules” on
page 9.
Cables and wires
To ensure consistent and reliable data transmission, only the highest quality cables and
wires are used with the Home Network Connection Center. There are two types of
cables that are used in the Home Network Connection Center:
• Series 6 coaxial cables (RG-6)
• Category 5 twisted pair wires (Cat 5)
The Home Network Connection Center uses these cables and wires to distribute
signals throughout your home. The RG-6 cables distribute RF modulated television and
high frequency satellite signals throughout the system. The Cat 5 wires distribute
telephone and data signals throughout the system for your residential and home office
telephones, fax machines, modems, and other devices.