Synopses & Reviews
“This book provides much-needed clarification about the home technology integration market, including the levels of integration, expertise required, and how to prepare yourself for a career in this field.” --Gene Salois, Vice President of Certification, CompTIA
The most complete home technology professional reference available
Get complete coverage of all the material included on the HTI+ and CEDIA Installer I certification exams--the industry standards of competency for professionals servicing the automated home industry--inside this comprehensive resource. Based on years of practical experience, this definitive, dual-purpose tool explains what you need to know to succeed in the home technology industry. Certification preparation features include HTI+ exam objectives at the beginning of each chapter, helpful exam tips, and sample questions. More than 500 photos and drawings visually reinforce key technology integration concepts. Authoritative and detailed, this volume serves as both a complete certification study guide and an indispensable on-the-job reference.
Get full details on products and installation techniques, including how to:
- Plan for new construction and remodeling projects
- Design and install a home computer network
- Install and troubleshoot structured wiring and cabling
- Implement distributed audio and video technologies
- Design and install a home lighting control system
- Install and maintain a home security system
- Set up a residential communications system
- Work with residential automation controllers
- Integrate a home control system to the home data network
CD ROM ICON: Included on the CD-ROM
- Simulated HTI+ and CEDIA Installer Level 1 exam software with practice questions and answers
- CEDIA system planning icon reference
Synopsis
The most comprehensive on the job resource for professional installers of home automation technology. This book also provides coverage of both the HTI+ and CEDIA Installer Level I certifications.Features include:•In-depth coverage of home system integration technologies and practices make this book an indispensable working reference. •100% coverage of all exam objectives for CompTIA’s HTI+ Certification and CEDIA’s Installer Level I exam.•Includes Expert Discussion and Case Study sidebars, and Note, Tip, Exam Tip, and Caution icons highlighting important text throughout the book. •CD-ROM includes 3 practice exams – 2 for each of the HTI+ exams and 1 for the CEDIA Installer Level I exam. The CD-ROM also includes a PDF document of CEDIA’s home system planning icons.•Foreword by Ray Lepper, President of CEDIA.
Synopsis
- The most comprehensive guide to HTI+ Certification and an indispensable on-the-job resource for professional installers of home automation technology- The CompTIA Home Technology Integrator (HTI+) certification exam is the leading vendor-neutral certification for technicians servicing the automated home industry- Covers all the official exam objectives, includes end-of-chapter practice questions, real-world examples, and technical discussion sidebars- CD-ROM includes four full practice exams--two for each of the HTI+ exams
About the Author
Ron Gilster, CCNA, CCSE, i-Net+, Network+, A+, MBA, AAGG has been involved with computing and networking, both in the home and in businesses, for over 15 years as a designer, installer, administrator, trainer, teacher, developer, merchant, and end-user. He has more than 35 years of total computing experience Ron is now semi-retired and teaching computing and networking at a local college, his last career position was as the general manager of a leading regional LMDS, DSL, and broadband communications company and ISP, where he was responsible for the internal and external networking infrastructure of the corporation, including VPN, telephony, intranet, extranet, and Internet operations in 8 western states. Helen M. Heneveld , CEDIA Installer I, HTI+, MBA is a recognized industry expert who speaks and consults worldwide in the converging home systems industry. Her early entry in the 1980’s into the home automation business and her years in industry training have given her the knowledge and experience to lead her company, HDCI as they serve the converging home systems industry through business management consulting, strategic planning, education and training, and design in integrated residential electronics. Heneveld holds degrees in Education and an MBA from the University of Michigan and is well qualified with certifications for CEDIA Installer 1 and HTI+ from CompTIA. She is an active member of CEDIA having served several years on the Board of Directors and as chair of the Systems Integration Council, leading the effort for industry standardization of symbols and icons for residential electronics and wiring.
Table of Contents
Part I: Home Technology Installation Basics 1 Chapter 1: Wire and Cable Basics 3 Chapter 2: Connector Types and Uses 27 Chapter 3: Wiring Installation Practices 73 Chapter 4: Codes, Standards, and Safety Practices 95 Part II: Structured Wiring 115 Chapter 5: Infrastructure Wiring Basics 117 Chapter 6: Planning a Structured Wiring Installation 129 Chapter 7: Rough-In Installation 149 Chapter 8: Trim-Out Installation 165 Chapter 9: Troubleshooting Structured Wiring 187 Part III: Home Computer Networks 199 Chapter 10: Computer Network Basics 201 Chapter 11: Computer Network Hardware 215 Chapter 12: Computer Network Software 235 Chapter 13: Designing and Installing a Computer Network 251 Chapter 14: Troubleshooting a Home Network 271 Part IV: Audio/Video Systems 287 Chapter 15: Distributed Audio System Basics 289 Chapter 16: Designing and Installing Distributed Audio Systems 321 Chapter 17: Distributed Video Basics 347 Chapter 18: Designing and Installing Distributed Video Systems 377 Chapter 19: Troubleshooting Audio Systems 399 Chapter 20: Troubleshooting Video Systems 409 Part V: Home Lighting Management Systems 421 Chapter 21: Home Lighting Basics 423 Chapter 22: Home Lighting Devices 441 Chapter 23: Designing a Home Lighting Control System 467 Chapter 24: Installing a Home Lighting Control System 479 Chapter 25: Troubleshooting and Maintaining Lighting Control Systems 499 Part VI: Telecommunications 515 Chapter 26: Home Communication System Basics 517 Chapter 27: Designing and Installing a Home Telephone System 535 Chapter 28: Troubleshooting a Home Communication System 555 Part VII: HVAC and Water Management 565 Chapter 29: HVAC Controls 567 Chapter 30: Water Management Systems 587 Part VIII: Security System Basics 601 Chapter 31: Security System Basics 603 Chapter 32: Designing a Home Security System 617 Chapter 33: Installing a Home Security System 629 Chapter 34: Troubleshooting and Maintaining a Home Security System 645 Chapter 35: Home Security Surveillance Systems 657 Chapter 36: Home Access Control Systems 681 Part IX: Home Technology Integration 701 Chapter 37: Defining Users Needs and Desires 703 Chapter 38: User Interfaces 713 Chapter 39: Home Automation Controllers 737 Chapter 40: Programming 751 Chapter 41: Integrating the Connected Home 765 Chapter 42: Other Home Technology Integration Devices 773 Part X Appendices: 785 Appendix A: 787 Appendix B: 791 Appendix C: 823 Appendix D: 831 Appendix E: 835 Appendix F: 839