Leviton Introduces Structured Mediaô Centers

Levitonís new Structured Media Centers provide the ability to configure the wiring for a variety of information and entertainment connections in a single, expandable, self-contained center. The Structured Media Centers are designed to accept modular snap-in components used to manage telephone, data distribution, computer, Internet, office networking, coaxial cable and satellite transmissions, as well as audio, video and security signals. The stackable design of the centers offers the flexibility to add new components as additional connectivity requirements become necessary throughout a home or small business.Notes Bill Marshall, Levitonís Vice President of Marketing and Product Management, ""While todayís market offers many choices in home wiring systems, Leviton is the only company that can provide all the key components of a connected home communications, entertainment, lighting control, power quality and automation system. We see our entry into this category as the culmination of a total Integrated Solutions home. With Leviton'í Structured Media Centers, the promise of the ëhome of the futureí is today a reality.""Ideal for new construction, as well as remodeling and upgrade projects, the versatile media centers are available in multiple versions. The space-saving intermediate model (Structured Media Center 140) accommodates phone, home office and video distribution modules. The full-sized advanced centers (Structured Media Centers 280 and 420) can accommodate the same modules plus audio/video, networking, home/building automation and surge protection snap-in modules.Both models are engineered for quick and secure configuring of any type of connectivity application and easy installation in the trim-out stage. Made of the high-spec materials, they feature a power-coat finish, top and bottom knockouts for fast cable routing, and surface- and flush-mounting options.Snap-in modules available for the Structured Media Centers include: the Basic Communications, Structured Cabling, Video Distribution, Multimedia and Audio/Video Distribution, Data Distribution, and Power Quality modules. Additional modules for security, automation and other connectivity areas are currently being developed for future release.The Basic Communications Modules are the building blocks of the structured cabling units and are designed for connecting incoming telephone service to multi-line telephones, the Internet, and security and home/building automation systems. These include a telephone distribution module, Voice & Data Module and Bridging Module.The Structured Cabling Units serves as a central wiring and distribution point for the connected home and office by integrating the Basic Communications Modules with coaxial cable splitters in an easily-mounted and wired package. These units distribute telephone and video services and provide the infrastructure needed for networking, multimedia, high-speed Internet access, and home/building automation applications. A Basic Telephone and Video Unit, Basic Home Networking Unit, and Advanced Home Telephone Unit, Advanced Home Office Unit comprise the sub-components of the Structured Cabling Unit.The Advanced Video Distribution Components are designed to distribute clean, powerful broadband video signals across multi-room systems using extended cabling runs. They include: a Video Amplifier Module, Video Service Module and a Video Bi-Directional Distribution Module for interactive applications.The Multimedia and Audio/Video Distribution Modules were developed on the premise that multi-room music systems, multimedia PC stations and built-in home theatres only as good as the cabling infrastructure that connects them. These modules eliminate the traditional ""weak links"" that can plague audio/video and multimedia systems. The modules consist of a Decora Media System hub with dedicated send and receive units, a Basic Audio Block for multi-room music, and Interface Modules for Levitonís new Decora Digital Volume Control System.The Structured Media Ethernet Hub is a sophisticated, integrated offering that consolidates the networking center for the entire wired premise where it can be easily connected with related structured cabling panels and communications modules. The 10/Base-T Ethernet Hub interfaces with up to five devices including computers and peripherals. It offers a dual speed, high performance design that is ideal for small business and home office applications. An RJ-45 uplink port provides the ability to expand the network as needed.The Dual Outlet Power Block accommodates drop-in surge protection to provide clean power to all internally-mounted components. It contains four surge-protected outlets in a drop-in configuration that mounts in the bottom of the panels. The device is rated 15A/125V AC with a 500V clamping voltage, 280 Joules Single Pulse Transient Energy and 13kA Single-Pulse Transient Current.Levitonís Structured Media Centers are designed to comply with current and pending applicable industry standards. For more information, contact Leviton Manufacturing Co., Inc., 800 323 8920, or visit www.leviton.com.