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Monday, September 3, 2012

How Cables Affect Your Audio/Video Installation

By Chloe Gib


Cables are an important part of any system involving transmission of sound and visual images. Although the quality of each cable is important, the wiring procedure and termination method used can affect quality. It is therefore necessary to apply the best principles when carrying out an audio/video installation.

High quality cables are made in a manner that helps to reduce signal noise during transmission. The manufacturing process involves putting in mechanisms for filtering out unnecessary noise to leave out a clean signal. These cables ensure that the sound or pictures received have a higher clarity than normal cables do. Poorly designed materials are not able to remove noise effectively which results in less desirable results.

Cables designed to transmit high quality signals have built in features meant to safeguard signal quality from the source to the destination. A fiber optic installation is an example of a fast transmission system that also delivers quality results. Setting it up is an expensive venture that benefits may not be realized due to compatibility issues with most devices.

Device compatibility needs prior confirmation to ascertain if they are able to share data as they are. Modern devices have many common features built in, making it easier to configure them to work together without complex procedures. Such features eliminate the need to purchase and install cables for data transmission.

Some applications are also able to function using similar cables. By having the same make of cables working with your video surveillance installation, you can then purchase them in bulk and make some savings. While cabling the premises, be cautious to avoid mixing up the cables which can cause trouble later on. Put a label on each cable to help identify what it is for, since there may be undesired effects if they are interconnected.

A mix up can also happen during termination, especially if the connectors look similar. Use only certified connectors for the particular application you are using the cable for. Ensure that each connector is firmly in place before making your final tests. If need be, you can solder any loose parts to make them firm and reduce the chances of getting signal noise.

Many cables have different capabilities and are therefore meant to cater for divergent applications. Those that are designed with quality in mind tend to deliver better performance than the ordinary ones. Quality is also dependent on the devices used since they process whatever information is passed onto them. Using the right hardware together with a superior cabling system makes it possible to derive the most benefits from an audio/video installation.




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