ABOUT PULSE-EIGHT
Since being Founded in 2010, Pulse-Eight has been designing and
manufacturing new and innovative video distribution solutions using
the leading technology solutions available. Working with Motorola,
Valens Semiconductor, Explore Semiconductor, Microsemi and many
more solution providers we have been able to develop class leading,
award winning products for our customers.
Based in the heart of Poole our 12,000sqft manufacturing facility
handled all manufacturing from design to finished products, ensuring
ultimate quality for our customers and local UK based support any
time of the day or week. In our 5th year we are now launching into new
markets and territories.
CABLING ADVICE
WHAT IS THE BEST TYPE OF CABLE TO USE?
You can use Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6e, Cat6a, Cat7 or Cat7a with Pulse-Eight products.
The baseline cable standard for this neo system is Cat5e. Slightly greater distances can be achieved by using Cat6,
or slightly better still with Cat7, which has stricter shielding requirements and reduces potential cross talk between
data pairs.
Whichever network cable type you choose, ensure that the main wiring architecture is solid core, not stranded
patch cabling. Patch cabling can be used for the last few metres of a run (e.g. from a wall plate) but must be avoided
over longer runs as signal transfer over stranded cores is heavily reduced.
The use of pre-made leads is not recommended unless you can be absolutely sure of their construction credentials
(i.e. solid core 568B). Please note that CCA (Copper Clad Aluminium) cable is NOT supported.
SHIELDED CABLES
Unlike other systems, shielded FTP cable is not a stipulation. If, however, you prefer this type of cable please ensure
compatible shielded accessories are used. Failure to terminate cable screen at all points can induce interference
rather than eliminating it.
CABLING BEST PRACTICE
Our best practice policy is to terminate to a wall plate at either end and then use solid core patch cables (usually
it is better to make your own than use pre-made) between the patch panel and the matrix and the wall plate and
HDBaseT receiver.
HDBaseT WITH PATCH PANELS AND WALL PLATES
If the patch panels are terminated correctly, there is minimal loss of distance. The use of wall plates and patch
panels, however, has the potential to cause increased resistance on the cable if not done correctly, introducing
pinch points for signal transmission, and could reduce advertised transmission lengths.
Instead of using RJ45 wall plates, you can use brush plates to maintain the neat finish.
CONNECTION TERMINATION
Terminate the cabling using RJ45 connectors to the 568B wiring standard. (See diagram)
IMPORTANT
Please note that local building regulations may apply to the installation of cabling in
properties. It is important to check building regulations to guarantee that you are in
accordance with the laws of your territory.
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