Re: Newbie with lots of basic questions!!

[Chris Hunter <cjhunter@xxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Thanks !

Chris


Nigel Giddings wrote:

> Chris,
>
> CAT5e can be used for both Digital and Analogue... If you want to use
> HDMI (High Definition) you will need two CAT5e cables. Both will need
> some sort of adaptor, the cost of which increase exponentially
depending
> on quality...
>
> I have no experience of CAT6 but I believe I am right in saying that
the
> majority don't believe the additional bandwidth is worth the cost at
the
> moment. CAT6 is also less forgiving in terms of installation (Bending
> Radius, termination).
>
> HTH
>
> Nigel
>
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Chris Hunter [mailto:cjhunter@xxxxxxx]
> Sent: 01 January 2006 15:41
> To: ukha_d@xxxxxxx
> Subject: Re: [ukha_d] Newbie with lots of basic questions!!
>
> Nigel -
>
> ... is Cat5e/ Cat6 good for digital & analogue ... I have a
feeling
> there's a change-over in progress, from one to the other, for (eg)
> connecting 'screens to computers ... or have I got it wrong ?
>
> Chris
>
>
>
> Nigel Giddings wrote:
>
> > Sarah,
> >
> > Welcome to UKHA...
> >
> > You seem to have decided to go the MAC/iPOD route, was this after
much
> > research or because tou like MACs/iPODs ?
> >
> > A number of people have bought the Sonos, design looks are
similar to
> > iPOD but it is wireless (no cables...)  www.sonos.com
> >
> > I am not a MAC person so I am thinking of going the xlobby route,
a
> bit
> > more geeky, but hopefully more flexible in the end... 
www.xlobby.com
> >
> > Both of these have 'Zones' and the ability to remotely control
> volume...
> >
> > Watching TV around the house from centrally located sources can
be
> done
> > using CAT5e cable. There are a number of devices available which
> provide
> > remote switching and one of the UKHA regulars, Keith, will be
> launching
> > his own switching unit soon (allegedly!!!). see
> > http://www.kat5.tv/index1.html
> >
> > The CCTV can be treated / routed the same as the satellite TV to
give
> > full flexibility...
> >
> > I would suggest you get some more detailed advice before you go
too
> much
> > further, at the build stage is where you need to incorporate this
> stuff.
> > Retro-fitting after the event will be difficult/expensive/a pain
in
> the
> > a***.
> >
> > Your electrician sound enthusiastic but you need an overall
design to
> > work with.
> >
> > HTH
> >
> > Nigel
> > A fellow self-builder  http://photos.corbenic.co.uk
> >
> >
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: abbott.sarah@xxxxxxx [mailto:abbott.sarah@xxxxxxx]
> > Sent: 31 December 2005 12:24
> > To: ukha_d@xxxxxxx
> > Subject: [ukha_d] Newbie with lots of basic questions!!
> >
> > Hi There
> >
> > Just joined to see if anyone can help someone without technical
> > knowledge!!  My electrician is just looking at our wiring
> > requirements for a new concrete built house.  I have the
following
> > requirements and would hope to incorporate my brand new iMac and
3
> > iPods into the equation!
> >
> > Set up playlists at the main Mac Centre (easy!) and now what I
find
> > difficult:
> > How do I select which rooms I can play these in (don't want to
wake
> > the baby as an eg!)
> > How can I change volume remotely?
> >
> > Also:
> > Watch different Sat TV in different rooms?
> > Set up for surround sound in sitting room!
> >
> > And:
> > Watch and record CCTV from the garden, entrance and gates, baby's
> > bedroom.
> >
> > My electrician is happy to do the work (why not - he'll make a
> > fortune!!) but he loses me after the first 2 questions!!
> >
> > Your thoughts would be very useful including suggestions on
equipment
> > recommendations.
> >
> > If you can describe in easy English that a thick female could
> > understand - all the better - much appreciated!!
> >
> > Thanks a Million
> >
> > Sarah
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