SuperPro Series Installation Manual
Multi-Media Receptacles
The Multi-Media Receptacle is used in locations where the homeowner plans to have a
variety of electronic equipment or services. The home office is a good example. In the
home office we want access to the main telephone line as well as a dedicated line for the
computer or fax machine. We may also want a coax line for watching TV or Satellite TV
and, should the doorbell ring, we might like to see who is standing at the front door
without having to leave the office. The Multi-Media Receptacle is a single gang
receptacle with a combination of telephone, data and TV connections. The most common
configuration is two CAT5e and two coax connections.
Installation Precautions
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Never install or work with telephone wiring during a lightning storm.
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Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for use
in wet locations.
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Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has been
disconnected at the network interface.
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Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.
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Have the Electrician connect the AC outlet to branch circuit power. The connection should be
in accordance with the National Electrical Code, Articles 110, 250 and 300.
Planning the Install
Consulting with the Customer
As part the planning process,
it is very important that you meet with your customers to
discuss and identify their needs
. For example, some customers may want the option of being
able to move the TV to various locations within the family room – which would require installation
of receptacles on two or more walls.
When you meet with your customers, be sure to point out that multiple receptacles provide
flexibility to change room layouts and decor in the future – and ask your customers if there are
any rooms where they foresee the need for multiple receptacles.
Locating FutureSmart Components
One of the first steps in installing a FutureSmart Home Network and Structured Wiring System is
to help your customer determine which components are required and where they should be
located. The following guidelines are offered to help you decide upon a physical location for each
component.
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