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Siemon , a global network infrastructure expert , has created a new video to demonstrate how plug terminated link technology speeds up the deployment of IPbased and PoE-enabled devices in intelligent buildings , while cutting costs and increasing security and performance .
Using high-end graphics , the new video takes the viewer on a virtual tour through an intelligent building to illustrate how more and more building devices are connected to the intelligent building cabling infrastructure , traditionally via work area outlets and double ended patch cords .
By delivering a close-up view behind the walls and ceilings , the video goes on to demonstrate how IP and PoE-enabled devices including PoE lighting , security cameras , wireless access points and building automation controls can be deployed much more rapidly using plug-terminated links .
Plug terminated link technology enables high performance links to connect directly to end devices making network boxes , outlets and patch cords obsolete , saving on material and labour costs . These links can be terminated on site to enable custom-length direct connections to these devices .
Further benefits including improved performance and more efficient power delivery to end devices , as well as improved security for devices like surveillance cameras , due to the elimination of outlets and patch cords , are also explained .
Also showcased in the video is Siemon ’ s new Z-PLUG field-terminated plug which offers an innovative approach to connecting IP-enabled IoT and smart building devices . Z-PLUG was developed specifically to deliver custom-length cables that can be terminated on site for quick direct connections to PoE LED lights , security cameras , wireless access points , digital displays , distributed antenna systems ( DAS ), building automation controls and more .
Advanced design features including rounded corners , the short plug body and the ability to be terminated without the boot make Z-PLUG ideal for connecting devices with shallow spaces like cameras and access points .
The video uses animation and a stepby-step guide to clearly demonstrate
Prem Rodrigues , of Siemon , says : “ There is a real revolution going on in today ’ s intelligent buildings ”
how Z-PLUG can be terminated in the field quickly and reliably using shielded , unshielded , solid or stranded cables and Siemon ’ s Z-PLUG termination tool that ensures repeatable performance .
“ There is a real revolution going on in today ’ s intelligent buildings and we felt that a short video is a great way to demonstrate how the myriad of IP-based and PoEenabled devices can be connected to the building network much more rapidly ”, said Prem Rodrigues , Siemon ’ s Director for Middle East , India and SAARC at Siemon .
“ Our new Z-PLUG field-terminated plug which exceeds all category 6A performance requirements and supports advanced Power over Ethernet , has been designed to easily facilitate custom-length direct connections to these devices and this video shows clearly how Z-PLUG achieves that .”
To view the video and for more information about Siemon ’ s Z-PLUG visit www . siemon . com / z-plug / •
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