Whether services are provided over Copper wire, or Fibre Optic cable, SIGNET has a range of cost effective and easy to install solutions.

Whether services are provided over Copper wire, or Fibre Optic cable, SIGNET has a range of cost effective and easy to install solutions. OCTOBER 2014

WHAT IS HOME NETWORKING? The installation of Structured cabling, a SIGNET Home Networking enclosure (Hub or Star Box) and appropriate SIGNET Network modules, to distribute Voice, Internet/Data, TV and possibly AV services around a modern home. STRUCTURED CABLING Otherwise known as Star wiring, of UTP (Cat5e or Cat6) cable for voice, Internet/Data and AV, and of Coax (RG6) cable for TV/Video services HOME NETWORKING ENCLOSURE The Hub for incoming services and for the Star wired cables. From here the services are distributed by SIGNET Network modules to the Termination Outlets (TOs) around the house. In the case of Voice and Data, all the UTP cables fro m TOs terminate at the Data patch-panel in the Hub, and then RJ45 Patch leads connect them to the desired service for that TO Voice, Internet, m ay be IR extension etc. If you want to change a TO, say from voice to Internet, just move the patch lead. All UTP terminations must be RJ45. TV is similar, with service(s) from Satellite dish, UHF aerial, Decoder(s), DVD/Blu-ray etc coming into the Hub, then being distributed to TOs by a TV Multi-switch, or other chosen distributor. THAT S IT!

WHAT S INVOLVED? Of course the extent of the Network will vary according to the Architect or Builder s spec or the Homeowner s needs there might be 8 x Cat5e cable runs for voice/ data, or there could be 48, or more! They might want 2 x TOs activated for Voice, or maybe 12 or more. They might just have 1 x main TV, or Home Theatre and 7 or 8 other TVs, multiple Decoders or Blu-ray etc. The Hub will normally be recessed in an internal garage wall, or may need to be mounted on a Tiltslab, or masonry wall. The SIGNET range of enclosures offers the right solution for whatever the requirements, and the SIGNET Network modules offer a range and expansion options to suit. Later in this guide, we offer recommendations for cabling a Home Network to adequately distribute today s services, and handle future changes. HIGH SPEED BROADBAND/FIBRE TO THE HOME (FTTH) Historically Telecom services (Voice, Internet) have been delivered to the home over Copper wire, with Internet and Voice normally sharing one line. This has required Filtering, so that xdsl internet signals do not interfere with the POTS telephone service, and vice versa. Fibre Optic Cable is now the method of delivery in new subdivisions, and will eventually replace the Copper wire infrastructure throughout most of NZ. This offers dramatic improvements in efficiency, speed, security, and capacity, and means a variety of services can be delivered over the same Fibre without interference. It also means there is a variety of Telephone and Internet S e r v i c e providers (ISPs), varying by region, and cities by subdivision or suburb. Later in this guide we provide essential information for dealing with both Copper and Fibre scenarios.

CHOOSING THE RIGHT HOME NET CENTRE Star wiring and installation of a suitable SIGNET Home networking enclosure are the first steps. With new homes these will be done at framing stage, immediately after the house is weather tight and preferably after water, gas etc are installed. The Telecommunications Carriers Forum (TCF) Code advises a minimum size for the enclosure, of 700mm x 350mm x 80mm. For standard 3, 4, 5 bedroom homes this is very adequate, and in fact the Signet ST2000 series at 575h x 355w x 90d serves the purpose very adequately and cost effectively, depending on what TV/Video distribution is required. Where FIBRE applies, BIGGER is better: The Optical Network Terminator (ONT) and Residential Gateway, together with Power Supply, take up significant space in the Hub. And these FIBRE components are the last in. NOTE: The NZ Government plans to have FIBRE available to 75% of the population by 2018. The ST3000 Series has been designed for FTTH The ST3010 measures 725h x 355w x 90d and can therefore accommodate all essential components for: Data; Voice; TV/AV; IR extension; whether services are delivered over Copper or Fibre. If you need a little extra length, then the ST3020 measures 950h x 355w x 90d. ST1012H Data Patch Panel ST2210 Voice Hub for FIBRE VOIP POWER BRICK FIBRE R G W O N T DIGITAL TV ST23DDM8 The SIGNET ST4000 series measures 895h x 500w x 90d, for 600 centre studs. It is therefore ideal for larger homes, where more than 24 x TOs are needed, and for larger FIBRE installations. A 19 Patch panel (or panels) can install horizontally in the ST4000. The extra width allows room for more TV distribution such as Matrix Switch, bigger Multi Switch, IR Extension, Ethernet Switch etc. BATTERY SIGNET ST3010 ENCLOSURE The SIGNET ST2000 series enclosures are suitable where FIBRE doesn t apply, and as auxiliary enclosures. It can also work for FTTH with either basic, or no TV/Video distribution. All Signet enclosures offer a hinged, lockable, removable door and surface mount option. The SIGNET ST1000, including ST2208 Voice/ Data Hub is ideal for apartments and retirement units, especially where services such as MATV are centrally distributed, and the ST1010 empty enclosure can be used for TV/Video, Access control ST3010 inc.st3005 Surface mount frame

HOME NETWORKING COMPONENTS The main services to be distributed in all homes are Voice (telephone, fax, dial-up services such as Alarm Monitoring, Pay Per View TV), Data (Internet, IP traffic, video services, LAN, and computer devices), TV/Video, and future services. Others include Audio distribution, Infrared extension, Surveillance/security. VOICE AND DATA ALL telephone and data TOs should be RJ45, with ALL 4 PAIRS active. 2 wire BT jacks should not be used. The Voice distribution h u b should be able to distribute 1 or 2 incoming lines to6 or more TOs, with expansion ability. It must also be able to be line grabbed by or priority connected to, a security system, and interface with the xdsl Broadband splitter now VDSL2 (not required in FIBRE or Naked Broadband installations). The SIGNET ST2206 RJ45 bridged telephone module is ideal for modern homes with services supplied over copper wire: it is simple RJ45 patching from the data patch panel, and connects directly to the VDSL2 Splitter (ST555), which can be mounted on the ST2206. Connection is simple, by colour codes. The ST2206 distributes 1 or 2 incoming lines to 6 x TOs, and is Telepermitted. The ST2210 can expand the ST2206 in blocks of 10. The ST2200A (8way) is an option where IDC connection is preferred but does not house the ST555 splitter. NOTE: ST555 is not required when FIBRE or NAKED BROADBAND are installed. In these cases, the ST2210 should replace the ST2206 as the Voice Hub. The ST2210 distributes 1 or 2 ATA Voice lines to up to 9 x TOs, and has both RJ45 and IDC option. ST2206 including ST555 ST2210 The Data patch panel needs to connect to ALL RJ45 TOs, so the patch panel size should be determined after cabling is complete, i.e. the number of UTP cables comi ng from TOs. Cat5e and Cat6 options are needed. Options include: ST1008-8 ports insufficient for 90% of houses, good as expander, or 2x (16 port). ST1012H - 12 ports which will be adequate for smaller and standard houses. ST1016H - 16 ports for up to 8 double TOs, standard houses. ST1024H - 24 ports suitable for most houses, and recommended. 12, 16, and 24 port panels have a Cat6 option, e.g. ST1012C6H. We advise the ST1012H as minimum. ST1008 ST1012H

Another option, favoured by Chorus, is an unloaded Patch Panel (shown as 12 port) loaded with individual Cat5e (ST021WH) or Cat6 (ST024WH) Keystone jacks, that match the TO Jacks. TO Jacks could also be shuttered (ST021SWH or ST024SWH) See CABLING for recommended number of cable runs. PATCH LEADS These should be factory made RJ45, Cat5e or Cat6 as applicable as and no longer than necessary to avoid congestion in the enclosure (200mm, 300mm and 500mm). The ST006RDPK8 contains 4 x 200mm and 4 x 300mm Red Cat6 leads. They will be patched from the RJ45 Data patch panel to: Voice module this may require punching down to IDC at the Voice module rather than patching e.g. ST2200A or other IDC Voice modules. In this case either cut off 1 x RJ45 plug, or use RJ45 to 110 patch lead. ST002BK03 The ST2206 and ST2210 are RJ45/RJ45 XDSL router, Residential Gateway, modem, and possibly Ethernet switch If applicable, Infrared Extension Hub, Audio distribution such as SIGNET SOUND and other future RJ45 applications Also a Black RJ45 to RJ12 patch lead is included with ST2206 and ST2210 voice modules, to link them to Residential Gateway or Router. ETHERNET SWITCH Most Routers are wireless + 4 x RJ45 ports. Where more than 4 x TOs are needed for Data LAN, an Ethernet Switch will be needed. ST006RDPK8 INFRARED (IR) EXTENSION SIGNET IR extension solutions operate over UTP, or wirelessly. Bluetooth may become more prevalent in future. We recommend allowing f o r IR over UTP, generally us i n g one of the designated UTP runs to every TV. It is then simple RJ45 Patching. When selecting IR products it is wise to know as much as you can about what product/s may be in use, E.g. SKY, MYSKY, or MYSKY HD, old Plasma TVs etc MYSKY can be problematic, and generally lower cost receivers (targets) and Emitters will have worse performance. We recommend ST990 or ST995P Kits, including ST910 or ST915 MYSKY friendly RJ45 Receivers and ST920-2 head Emitter. It is also a good idea to use an IR Filter (stick-on disc or tape) on the IR window of the device. Talk to your Wholesaler about various Signet options. ST974R ST910 ST915P ST990

TV/VIDEO TV Distribution can be by basic Combiner/Splitter module e.g. ST2300, Multi-switch e.g. ST23DDM8 or bigger, or a host of other options. ST2300 Because HD distribution is often demanded to multiple T V s, careful planning is required. The TV Plan will depend on locations of TVs, settop boxes, DVD/Blu-ray, Amplifier, Media Hard Drive etc, and also what needs distributing, to where. An HDMI Matrix Switch may be an option, and certainly HDMI cables m ay be needed, in addition to RG6 and UTP. ST23DDM8 Multi-switch UTP (Cat5e or Cat6) can be used for AV distribution: e.g. Composite video, Component Video, L/R audio as well as HDMI using Balun convertors. It will also be useful when IPTV becomes available. Display A Matrix Switch Display B Digital Optical Audio Audio Receiver HD DVD HD Set top Media Server Game Console TELECOMMUNICATIONS CARRIERS FORUM (TCF) Code for Residential and SOHO premises wiring, 2010 The TCF Code is a recommended standard of wiring practice, to ensure homes are properly Future-proofed, and ready now for High speed Broadband services. These are the 4 backbone requirements of the TCF Code of Practice, for the installer: ALL NETWORKING CABLE (UTP and RG6) MUST BE STAR-WIRED ALL NEW-BUILT and MAJOR RENOVATIONS of DWELLINGS SHOULD HAVE A SUITABLE HOME NETWORKING HUB INSTALLED ALL TERMINATION OUTLETS FOR UTP SHOULD BE RJ45 ALL TERMINATION OUTLETS FOR RG6 SHOULD BE APPROVED F CONNECTORS

From the Hub, all UTP (Cat5e or Cat6) cables must be Star-wired to Termination Outlets (TOs) throughout the house i.e. every TO has a separate cable run, and every TO must be an RJ45 termination. Telephones with BT plugs should be re-terminated (RJ45), have the cord replaced with an RJ45 to RJ12 cord or adapted with a BT Master adapter, ST080 or ST084. The Hub will be the delivery point for voice and data services, TV/Video, and others such as IR Extension. It will also be the termination point, if applicable, for FIBRE Optic cable (FTTH), as well as housing the Residential Gateway (FTTH) or xdsl router. The Hub must include at least 1 x 230V socket, with provision for at least 3, all externally isolated. Where FTTH applies, a Power supply with UPS will either be supplied by the Fibre Installer (e.g. Chorus Contractor) or by the Developer this will vary by ISP. The Fibre Installer will supply the Optical Network Termination device (ONT), and Residential Gateway from the applicable ISP, both of which require power and backup. We recommend installing the STPBRICK1 as a minimum if not supplied by the ISP, and suggest the STPBRICK2 or STPBRICK3 which includes an IP alarm. Because the ONT and Residential Gateway require backup, it makes sense to combine the Power supply and IP Alarm i.e. shared backup. Among other features, the STiAPSU Power Supply provides Auto-Reset for Residential Gateway and the ONT. STPBRICK1 If there is an ETP (external termination point) the Hub should be located within conduit range of the ETP, e.g. on the same wall, the other side of, or back wall of the garage. NOTE: an ETP may not be needed as conduit can be run from the street directly under the slab to the wall where the Hub will be located. Whether or not TV/Video distribution resides in the Hub, all RG6 cable runs must also be Star-wired i.e. every RG6 cable run to a TO, must be a discreet cable run. RG6 cable should be SKY approved, and all connectors must be F type, also SKY approved, e.g. ST052U compression or ST059 Radial, and terminated with appropriate tooling. Freeview approvals pretty much mirror SKY s. Other important subjects covered by the TCF Code i n c l ud e: Cable handling, running, and termination Proper labelling and records management Safety practices Cleanliness and water-tightness of the installation testing of the installation, including records keeping using power over Ethernet for low voltage devices e.g. VoIP, CCTV The use of conduit for future needs e.g. fibre, or hard to reach areas ST052U To refer to the full TCF Code, go to: www.tcf.org.nz The TCF code is at this stage a standards guide, with the aim of inclusion in the Building permit and/or Code of compliance processes in the future.

CABLING The intention of the TCF Code recommended cabling runs is to ensure that all new and renovated homes can access current and future services of voice, data, and TV/video. TCF cable run recommendations are optimum rather than minimum. Home networking cabling for Voice/data will be good quality UTP Cat5e or Cat6, and for TV/Video, SKY approved RG6 Coax, generally dual or triple shield. UTP All wall outlets should have 2 x RJ45 TOs at both Tel/Data AND TV locations: i.e. 2 x UTP from Hub to Wall outlet. There should be no 2-wire BT jacks installed, all outlets should have all 4 twisted pairs active, 568A format. Designated office or study: plan at least 2 x wall outlets (4 x UTP) Main TV location(s): Home theatre, lounge, family Minimum 2 x TO (2 x UTP) Bedrooms: 2 x wall outlets, 1 adjacent to or integrated with TV outlet, and 1 beside the bed Kitchen: 1 x wall outlet For standard 3 bedrooms plus office/study home, with Lounge/home theatre and Family room, the above means 22 x RJ45 sockets (11 Wall outlets). MORE LIKELY UTP Some or all bedrooms may be limited to 1 x RJ45 by the bed, and 1 by the TV if applicable (for IR extension/ip TV), kitchen may need only 1 x RJ45, Home theatre and Family at least 2 x RJ45. Even here, 15 x RJ45 TOs are needed, and no consideration has been given for alternatives within a room. Certainly we advise that at least 1 x UTP should go to every wall outlet, including TVs, but preferably 2. 1 x UTP does not fully future proof the home, (e.g. IP TV) or effectively allow for PoE or VoIP. Run 3 x UTP from the ETP to the Home networking hub - This is recommended mainly as a safeguard for the future, as well as including the incoming line(s) if not introduced over Fibre. Realistically 2 x UTP should be adequate, 1 considered a draw wire. Distributed audio can also be included by running U T P plus 2 core power cable from the likely site of the Audio distribution hub to remote volume control locations, and quality speaker cable from the Volume control to speaker locations. In most cases the Audio Hub will be located near Audio sources, not in the Home networking hub, although the simple RJ45 architecture would make this easy, if there is space.

RG6 The TV/Video network needs to be planned, both to choose the Hub location, and to ensure there is sufficient cable to deliver what is required now, and what may be in the future. The overall TV plan depends on location of Set-top boxes, DVD/Blu-ray, Amplifier etc, and also what needs distributing, to where. All RG6 runs to TOs should be Star wired from the Home Networking Hub, or nearby if there isn t room in the Hub. We recommend keeping RG6 in the Home Networking hub when FIBRE is not designated. Where it is FIBRE, by stacking the Residential Gateway and ONT in an ST3610 or ST4010, there will be room for TV Distribution. From the Hub location: Run 2 x RG6 to the Satellite dish/aerial location Run 2 x RG6 to main TVs e.g. Home Theatre Run 2 x RG6 to Decoder/Set-top box locations Run 2 x RG6 to all other potential TV locations e.g. bedrooms, minimum of 1. Run 1 x RG6 to DVD/Blu-ray location Realistically, 1 x RG6 is OK to rooms where no return is required e.g. distribution to the bedroom, but 2 is better. A plan and clear labelling of cables are most important. F Connectors: We recommend SKY approved ST052U Compression connectors for all RG6 connections, inside and out. CONDUIT A flexible 20mm or 25mm conduit is required between the ETP and the Home Networking hub, where it will route in timber framing, to allow for Fibre introduction, or ISP change in the future. If the conduit is to run under the concrete pad, it must be solid conduit, not flexible, with sweeping bends. At least 2 x UTP cable should be in the conduit. We also suggest running conduit to allow for future changes, particularly where access will be difficult such as in the picture. CABLE ACCESS TO NETWORKING HUB The TCF Code recommends cable entry at the bottom of the Networking enclosure. We believe this to be impractical, as 230V needs to enter at the bottom, and possibly conduit for Fibre when applicable, although Fibre could enter at any point. To ensure good separation between UTP and TPS, and possibly RG6 and TPS, we advise entering UTP from the top and RG6 coax from top or side. In a surface mounted installation some or all cable may enter from the back. (The TCF recommendation is based on the expectation that the Hub will be located immediately above the ETP, on the inside wall of the garage, which is often unrealistic).

FIBRE TO THE HOME (FTTH) What you need to know for pre-wiring a house when FIBRE is provided to ensure the Homeowner Gets what they paid for The Developer/builder and their Installer are responsible for ensuring the house is cabled to the standard required, ideally as per the TCF Code of Practice. KEY REQUIREMENTS: ETP This will be located on an external wall of the house, probably the garage. This is the demarcation point for the ISP s services, and therefore the pass through point for Fibre Optic cable a Single Mode fibre core, or Blown Fibre if applicable. There will be no copper cables to the ETP. The in-ground duct from the street to the ETP must be Telecom Green PVC type, unless the ISP specifies something different e.g. Fibre external conduit could run directly under the concrete pad, no ETP. To get this installed call the chosen ISP giving at least 2 days notice, with an open trench. FROM ETP TO THE HOUSE Run a conduit, 20mm or 25mm from the ETP to the Home Networking Hub. This MUST have 300mm sweep bends, no elbows. (Under-slab solid conduit, otherwise flexible) Run 2 x Cat5e in the conduit with at least 500mm slack at each end HOME NETWORKING HUB Minimum dimensions: 700 x 350 x 80mm enclosure. In some instances a smaller enclosure (e.g. SIGNET ST2010, 575 x 355 x90mm) will suffice, particularly when TV distribution is not housed in the Home Networking Hub. It must have a louvered door for ventilation, must be able to provide for at least 2 x 230V sockets, and access for the 20mm or 25mm conduit. It should be installed (preferably recessed) on the inside garage wall if possible, as close as practical to the ETP, but also convenient as the Hub for Home networking cables. SIGNET Surface mount options are available if required. The SIGNET ST3010 is 725h x 355w x 90d, The SIGNET ST3020 is 950h x 355w x 90d both have a louvered, lockable and removable door, can supply 4 x 230V sockets, and has been designed specifically for this purpose. Installation: Refer to the Instructions for the ST3000 series Installation and Network plan. The ST3010 layout pictured overleaf shows a recommended placement of Home Networking components, allowing space for layout of the FIBRE components. To accommodate TV distribution, the ISP installer should stack the ONT on top of the Residential Gateway (or vice versa) at the top right, as shown, using ST2028 bracket with the antenna out one of the cable holes at the top. This is the optimum layout irrespective of TV inclusion. Another option could have the Gateway located elsewhere in the house with simple RJ45 patching via the patch panel. If a 19 Data Patch panel is needed, the STPBRICK2 and possibly Multi-switch need to move to the right.

FIBRE COPPER R G W ADSL ROUTER O N T ST2210 Voice Hub for FIBRE VOIP POWER BRICK DIGITAL TV ST23DDM8 I.R Hub DIGITAL TV ST23DDM8 ST2206 VOICE HUB includes ST555 VDSL splitter BATTERY SIGNET ST3010 ENCLOSURE SIGNET ST3010 ENCLOSURE or SIGNET ST2010 ENCLOSURE The SIGNET ST4000 series is: 895h x 500w x 90d, and therefore offers more space for Home Networking components e.g. TV/Video distribution, and greater than 24 ports for Data patch panel. It also allows a 19 patch panel, or panels, to be installed horizontally. FIBRE INSTALLATION This will be carried out by the Fibre delivery Contractor, e.g. Chorus Contractor, AFTER all other Home networking installation and fit-off; They will supply and install the ONT, Residential Gateway for the applicable ISP, and possibly the Power supply STiAPSU (The Developer may be responsible for this, distributed to Wholesalers by SIGNET Communications). At the Hub the Single Mode fibre core will be spliced to a Pigtail with an SC connector for plugging into the Optical Network Termination box (ONT). This will occur in a Fibre splice tray. Fibre Splice Tray The Pigtail may also be circled once round the inside of the enclosure to allow for future changes. Where the fibre is to be Blown from the street, it will terminate at the splice tray. REFERENCE: www.signetcomms.co.nz www.chorus.co.nz www.tcf.org.nz SIGNET Communications - 25 Allright Place - Mt.Wellington - Auckland 1060 Ph: 09 527 5151 - Fax: 09 527 5150 - Email: sales@signetcomms.co.nz