Cat5e or Cat6?
There has been a lot of discussion over Cat5e and Cat6, and since most of our systems run on Cat5e/Cat6, it’s important to know which to use. What’s the difference between Cat5e and Cat6? The main difference between the two wires is bandwidth. Cat5e supports a bandwidth of 100MHz, and Cat6 runs at 200 MHz. While both systems support Gigabit networking, Cat6 is able to handle it in an easier way. It’s easiest to think of bandwidth in terms of cars on a highway. Both a Ford Escort and a Corvette can ride along at 70 mph, but the Corvette does it much easier than the...
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Can I install my home automation system? You sure can. Your home control system is only as good as the plans you need to install it; and ours are the best in the business. Every device, wire, and connection is documented on our custom, easy-to-read plans. And if you do have a question call or email our support team for answers. Can the system be controlled outside of the home? Yes. All HAI systems can be accessed and controlled over the internet or on your smart phone, iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad. You can check and adjust lights, temperature, security, audio, and more from...
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Mile High Automation specializes in DIY home automation installations. Installing your home automation system is no small task, that’s why Mile High Automation creates an installation binder specifically designed for your unique system. Your installation binder will take you step by step through the process, breaking down wiring, placement of each device, and installation procedure. Your binder will instruct you on how to terminate Cat5e wires, where to connect every zone and output on your Omni Pro II, on how to install your Nuvo Grand Concerto, Omnistat thermostats, OnQ...
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It is our goal at Mile High Automation to make the Do-It-Yourself installation process as easy and problem free as possible. This is why we dedicate so much time creating guides that are simple to understand and easy follow. Once you have finalized your home automation system with your Project Manager he will send your plans to our engineering department where they will create Wiring Guides for your system. Wiring Guide Running wires guidelines Audio wiring rough-in guide The Wiring Guide is essential to the DIY installer; this is the guide that will...
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Building a home can be overwhelming, so much to think about and plan for, don’t let installing your home automation system become another mountain to climb. Mile High Automation’s innovative Online Collaboration puts you in the driver’s seat. Until recently if you wanted a home automation system you had to make calls and emails, wait for the installer to come to your home to review the floor plans and tediously go room by room discussing what you want. And how do you really know what you want? Mile High Automation has eliminated this inefficient process by offering full home...
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I just received an email from a client in Atlanta. Our installation team was out this past weekend to install a large system in his amazing home. Here’s what he had to say: “I wanted to compliment Dan on the great job he and Jeremiah did for me in Atlanta this past weekend. They were organized, professional, hard working, conscientious and highly effective. They also did everything they said they would and managed some difficult issues in taking the wiring over from another vendor. I wish some of the other contractors were half as good!” Well done...
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