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Second Edition (November 1999, updated October 2000)
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Notices

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Notices v
Notices
Notices
The Home Director Home Network Connection Center is intended for use in
standard residential construction.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement
Home Director system
All components of the Home Director system have been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. The equipment generates, uses,
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur
in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment
off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
•Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
•Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
•Consult an Authorized Home Systems Integrator for help.
Properly shielded and grounded cables and connectors must be used in order to
meet FCC emission limits. Proper cables and connectors are available from
Authorized Home Systems Integrators. Home Director is not responsible for any
radio or television interference caused by using other than recommended cables
and connectors or by unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment.
Unauthorized changes or modifications could void the user’s authority to operate
the equipment.
All components in the Home Director system have been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B CSTD device pursuant to Part 15 of FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may
not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conform à la norme NMB-003 du
Canada.
Option availability

vi Notices
Options described in this document may not be available in all models of the
Home Network Connection Center. For more information about options and
option availability, please contact your Authorized Home Systems Integrator.
Safety information
Your Home Network Connection Center is installed by an Authorized Home
Systems Integrator with a specific configuration. If you require changes to the
configuration or if you experience problems with your system, please contact
your Authorized Home Systems Integrator.
To avoid possible hazards due to fire or electrical shock, only an Authorized
Home Systems Integrator should install or repair the unit. If you have any
questions concerning option installation, configuration, or repair, contact your
Home Systems Integrator.
Sécurité
Votre centre Home Network Conneciton Center est installé, sous forme de
configuration spécifique, par un intégrateur de systèmes domotiques agréé
Home Director. Si vous avez besoin de modifier cette configuration ou en cas de
problèmes posés par votre système, veuillez prendre contact avec l’intégrateur
qui a procédé à l’installation.
Pour éviter tout risque d’incendie ou de choc électrique, seul un intégrateur de
systèmes domotiques agréé Home Director est habilité à installer ou réparer
l’unité. Pour toute question concernant l’installation d’options, la configuration
ou la réparation, contactez

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Table of Contents
vNotices
vi Safety information
vi Sécurité
vii Conventions used in this book
vii Highlighting
3 Introduction
3 Terms used in this manual
3 Diagram of the Home Network Connection Center
4 System overview
4 Home Network Connection Center
4 Cables and wires
5 Tap points
5 Network accessories
6 Home Network Connection Center
6 Video distribution modules
9 System modules
10 Telecom Modules
14 Other modules
17 Network tap points
19 Network accessories
19 Video camera
19 Satellite dish
23 Glossary of Terms

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Chapter 1: Features and descriptions

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Features and descriptions
3
Introduction
Terms used in this manual
This manual provides you with basic information about the features of the Home
Network Connection Center. For your convenience, there is a “Glossary of
Terms”on page 23. Please refer to this section for questions concerning terms
used in this document.
Diagram of the Home Network Connection Center
This diagram shows how various systems and devices are connected to the
Home Network Connection Center. The system you purchased may include some
or all of these connections.
Closed circuit
cameras
Cable TV
providers
Antenna
Telephone
service
providers Digital
Data Links
Satellite
Home
Network
Connection
Center
Telephone
network
Computer
network
Home Office
Fax
Modem
Business
phones
VCR
DVD
IR device
Distributed
Video Signals

4System overview
System overview
The Home Network Connection Center consists of four main network components:
•Home Network Connection Center
•Cables and wires*
•Network connections called “Tap Po ints”*
•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.

System overview 5
Features and descriptions
Tap points
Tap points (taps) are wall-mounted connections in various places throughout
your home. These taps are connected to the Home Network Connection Center
by RG-6 cables and Cat 5 wires.
Network accessories
Some models may include network accessories such as satellite dishes or
cameras for the television or CCTV options. Refer to “Network accessories”on
page 19 for more information.
Note
Options described in this document
are available in all models of the
Home Network Connection Center.
For more information about
options, please contact your
Authori ed Home Systems
Integrator.

6Home Network Connection Center
Home Network Connection Center
Your Home Network Connection Center is installed by an Authorized Home
Systems Integrator with a specific installation configuration. If you require
changes to the configuration or if you experience problems with your system,
contact your Home Systems Integrator.
This figure shows the Home Network Connection Center with a 16 TAP Video
Distribution Amplifier, Residential Telecom Module, 4 x 8 Home Office Telecom
Module, Computer Networking Module, Power Distribution Module, Camera
Module, and Web Point Internet Distribution Center installed.
Video distribution modules
Depending on the model you selected, the Connection Center houses either a
1000 Package Video/Telcom Module, 8 TAP A/B, or 16 TAP Video Distribution
Module. The characteristics of each module and the function of each cable
connection is described in “Module feature descriptions”on page 8.

Features and descriptions
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Module feature descriptions
1Catv/Ant –Receives signals from your cable TV service provider or from an antenna.
ACatv A - This coaxial connector is only on the 8 TAP A/B module and is for use in
areas that have dual-cable access. It provides the signal input for the “A”TV cable.
BCatv B - This coaxial connector is only on the 8 TAP A/B module and is for use in
areas that have dual-cable access. It provides the signal input for the “B”TV cable.
2Camera Port –This connector is on both the 8 TAP A/B and 16 TAP video distribution
amplifier modules. This connector receives signals from the Home Network
Connection Center Camera Module and distributes the signals to all external coaxial
ports on the network.
3Surge –This indicator is on both the 8 TAP A/B and 16 TAP video distribution amplifier
modules. An illuminated red LED indicates that there was an abnormal electrical surge
on your cable or antenna system. This feature is designed to protect your computer and
entertainment equipment from extensive damage. If the LED is lit, contact your Home
Systems Integrator to arrange service.
4External Ports –These connections distribute amplified output to the video network.
The cables connected to them provide the signals to TV ports located throughout your
home.
ACable A External Ports - These coaxial connectors are only on the 8 TAP A/B module
and are for areas that have dual-cable access. They distribute amplified “A”cable
signals to TV ports throughout your home.
BCable B External Ports - These coaxial connectors are only on the 8 TAP A/B module
and are for areas that have dual-cable access. They distribute amplified “B”cable
signals to TV ports throughout your home.
5DBS1 In/ DBS2 In - These connections are on both the 8 TAP A/B and 16 TAP modules.
These connections receive input from a satellite dish. Use one for a single LNB dish
and both for a dual LNB dish.
6DBS1 Out/ DBS2 Out - These connections are on both 8 TAP A/B and 16 TAP modules.
These connections supply the output signal from the satellite dish to one or two
specified locations within your home. For example, if you have a satellite signal input at
one of the IN connections [5], you may connect that cable to any one of the video
cables that go out to various locations in your home. Therefore, when you connect a TV
and satellite receiver to the corresponding OUT terminal, that TV is dedicated
specifically for satellite signal reception. Other signals sent to the CATV/ANT port
[1] or the INTERNAL connections [9] dedicate all other locations in your home
specifically for those signals. Connecting cables in this fashion enables you to
have televisions dedicated for either satellite reception or for the other signals
(cable TV or antenna, and INTERNAL signals if provided). In the 8 TAP A/B Video
Distribution Module, the DBS Out signal is only on the designated “A”cable TV
signal panel and enables televisions connected to those taps to receive both cable/
antenna and satellite signals.
7Power Connection –15 volt DC power is supplied to the amplifier by the Power
Distribution Module or from the junction box in the bottom of the Home Network
Connection Center and is connected to this port.
8Power LED –This light indicates that power is being supplied to the module.

Home Network Connection Center 9
Features and descriptions
9Internal Ports - These connections allow modulated signals into the video
network. The cables connected to them distribute signals throughout your home.
Any signals transmitted to these connections are available at every external port,
unless those ports are dedicated for satellite signals.
10 Line In 1, 2 - Available only in the Model 1000 Package Video/Telcom Module. The
incoming lines from your local phone company is connected to this port.
11 First and Second Banks - These banks are available only on the Model 1000
Package Video/Telcom Module. These banks distribute up to two incoming
residential lines to as many as eight different locations throughout the home. In
addition, each port is capable of accessing both lines in various combinations, as
indicated on the module face. The first number in the pair is the primary line.
There are six Line 1,2 ports and two Line 2,1 ports.
System modules
The Home Network Connection Center houses various modules that have a
specific function. The modules and their function are described in this section
.
Web Point Internet Distribution Center
The Web Point Internet Distribution Center (Web Point) is an integrated analog
router and four-port Ethernet hub with one 56k V.90 internal modem. It is a
device that lets you set up a network of computers for simultaneous Internet
access.
4 x 8 Telecom
Module
Residential
Telecom Module
Additional module
plate
Additional module
plate
Computer
Networking Module
Camera Module
Power Distribution
Module
Web Point Distribution
Center
Video Distribution Amplifier
Caution!
If your Home Network Connection
Center has either a Residential
Telecom Module or 4 x 8 Home
Office Telecom Module, do not
touch telephone cords when there is
lightning in the area.
Attention!
Si votre centre de connexion
domotique est doté d’un module de
télécommunications résidentiel ou
d’u module de télécommunications
4 x 8, ne touche pas aux fils
téléphoniques en cas d’orage.
Note
Some systems may be installed
with different module versions.
Check with your Home Systems
Integrator for details.