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Welcome to the FastHome
™
Series
Thank you for purchasing this product, part of the
FastHome
™
Series of Fast Media Home
Network Systems by Steren. You have made an excellent choice for the homeowner. The
FastHome
™
Series of enclosures and modules provide a quality control center for the wiring
of cable TV, phone/fax/modem, Ethernet, security, sound system and other voice, video, data
and audio devices. Installation is easy and requires only basic tools. By following the instruc-
tions in this guide, you will ensure the proper installation of the
FastHome
™
module.
Product Description
From a centralized location, the Fast Media Data Hub Module terminates data wires from
eight locations for distribution to switches, hubs or routers. The module also can be used for
phone/fax/modem applications and can connect to the Fast Media Ethernet Switch Module
(550-060). All
FastHome
™
modules feature 18-gauge cold rolled steel construction for excel-
lent RFI shielding. Module exceeds TIA/EIA 568 CAT5e standards.
Contents of Package
1.
Fast Media Data Hub Module
2.
Installation manual
Tools for Module Installation and Wiring
1.
Wire stripper
2.
Punchdown tool
3.
Personal protective equipment
Introduction
About Steren Electronics
Based in San Diego, Steren
has been a leading component
manufacturer for nearly 50 years.
With more than 2,000 items
in our catalog, we supply inter-
connect products and electronics
accessories for home and
commercial use.
The
FastHome
™
Series
of Fast Media Home Network
Systems are produced with
superior design and engineering,
high-quality materials and excep-
tional manufacturing processes,
attributes that are synonymous
with the Steren name.
Safety Instructions
Read these safety instructions before installing this module and follow them carefully.
Keep these instructions handy and refer to them when working on the module.
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Always wear the necessary personal protective gear and follow all
basic precautions and safety procedures when working with wires
and electrical equipment, using power tools or working in unfinished
construction areas.
•
Use caution when handling this module. Be careful not to drop the
module because this could affect the performance and/or damage
the module.
•
Take extra precautions when working with cables, wires and tools.
Do not install cables and wires that appear to be damaged. Avoid
kinking cables and wires during installation.
•
Be careful when using tools that might touch exposed wires or live
electrical contacts.
•
To prevent electric shock: 1) do not touch uninsulated wires and terminals that
may still be connected to a live circuit; 2) do not install wires or electrical equipment
during a lightning storm; 3) do not install wires or electrical equipment or their
enclosures near water or locations where water is used (in the kitchen, bathroom,
laundry room, swimming pool, etc.); 4) do not install electrical components or equip-
ment in wet areas, unless specifically rated for moisture.
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Make sure all wires in the modules are properly connected or terminated.
Standard 110
Punchdown Tool
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