Correctly Terminating TP Cable

Length: 6:00

This Training Reels mini-course demonstrates the three basic types of TP cable termination: termination to a 110 punch-down block, termination to a TP modular jack, and termination to a TP modular plug. This video shows the correct tools and techniques to use for correct, trouble-free installation. The video was shot in the field during an actual structured cabling network installation.

From: Residential Networks: System Design and Installation

Correctly Mounting Low-Voltage Rough-ins

Length: 3:12

This Training Reels mini-course demonstrates the correct way to locate and install low-voltage rough-ins typically used for low-voltage applications such as structured cabling (phone, data, coax), audio, video, security, and control applications. It demonstrates different types of rough-in hardware, mounting height requirements, correct mounting.

From: Residential Networks: System Design and Installation

NEC Cable Designations and Listings

Length: 2:57

This Training Reels mini-course covers how the NEC defines cable types according to class and function (Class 1,2,3, communications, FO, etc.), and the required “listing” (designation of the cables fire/smoke characteristics) that must by on any cable that is installed in a dwelling (commercial or residential).

From: Residential Installation Basics

NEC Grounding Requirements for Low-voltage Service

Length: 4:35

This Training Reels mini-course covers NEC code requirements to protect building and building occupants from fire and electrical shock through proper grounding and primary and secondary over-voltage protection. It covers the grounding requirements of low voltage cabling the enters the dwelling, antennas, satellite, and other equipment.

From: Residential Installation Basics

Retrofitting Techniques 1: Getting Cable Between Floors

Length: 7:30

This Training Reels mini-course covers the best techniques to drill a cable path from and outside wall of the first or second floor of a home into the attic space, then how to fish several cables through the drilled path. It demonstrates how to handle insulation and cross-bracing commonly found in outside walls.

From: Residential Retrofit Installation

Retrofit Tools 1: Drill Bits

Length: 8:00

This Training Reels mini-course covers the various types of drill bits used for retrofit installation work. It demonstrates the right type of bit to use for each type of application and hole size for wood construction. It also covers bit extensions, drill guides, as well as specialty bits for large holes.

From: Residential Retrofit Installation

TIA-570 Overview

Length: 3:30

This Training Reels mini-course covers the basics of the TIA-570 residential structured cabling standard. It explains the basic requirements for cable types, topology, length, termination including twisted-pair, coax, and FO cable. It also covers grades of service and maximum cable lengths.

From: Residential Installation Basics

Twisted-Pair Cable and Connectors

Length: 4:47

This Training Reels mini-course covers the characteristics, proper use, and termination of Category rated twisted-pair cable for residential applications. It covers the performance and applications of each Category type, proper plugs and jacks, and TIA connector wiring standards

From: Residential Networks: System Design and Installation

Whole-house Audio Distribution Systems

Length: 6:55

This Training Reels mini-course covers the basics of the different types of whole-house music distribution systems including zoning, distribution components, volume controls,cabling, speakers, and remote controls. It also covers speaker impedance matching techniques.

From: Wiring YOUR Home for Distributed Audio and Video

CAT5 Cable Testing the HARD WAY!

Length: 4:30

This Training Reels Mini-Course is a humorous yet accurate demonstration of the characteristics of CAT5 cable in the field. The tests we do are intended to take some of the mystery and myth out of the "care and feeding" of UTP cable when used for data network applications. We actually recommend that you DO TRY THIS AT HOME (under the supervision of an adult)!

From: Testing for the Future