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Asheridge Cable Testing, Home Networking, and HDTV Equipment Takes Centre Stage (17/5/2006)

Stand A1, CEDIA UK Expo 2006

Asheridge Communications, the specialist provider of audio visual, testing, home networking, and interconnection solutions will be at the CEDIA Expo, on stand A1. Asheridge will be launching the ZÕN multi room audio solutions, and showcasing the new Fluke Cable IQ(tm) residential cable tester. Also on display is the Rhino Pro 3000 label maker designed for custom installers, the Eye Q plasma friendly infrared system, as well as the range of high-definition television (HDTV) distribution amps, splitters and fibre optic cables that Asheridge offers. Visitors to the stand will also get the chance to win an iPod Nano, every day.

Quick and easy to install, and featuring significantly less cabling than other systems, ZÕN multi room audio solutions save the custom installer hours on the job. In addition to this, the software is intuitive and requires very little training. The ZÕN Audio Amplifier/Controller (ZAC-60) features a 60-Watt all-digital amplifier and an onboard DSP. Also featured on the stand is the ZÕN Input Module (ZIM-4) which simplifies audio source connection to the distributed audio system, and the ZÕN Router (ZR-98) which neatly organizes the head-end functions of the distributed audio system.

Asheridge is launching the Rhino Pro 3000 labelling system from Dymo at CEDIA Expo 2006. This fast, intuitive labelling tool for professional installers of residential computer, audio, video, security, and HVAC systems is provided in a rugged carry case. Its 'hot keys' provide fast, automatic label formatting for wire/cable wraps, flag labels and distribution panels, as well as identifying frequently used locations in the residence. The Rhino Pro 3000 uses flexible nylon or heat shrink tube labels for wire and cable marking, permanent polyester for a variety of flat and textured surfaces, and metallic permanent polyester for asset tagging and other general identification applications.

The CableIQ(tm) Residential Qualifier from Fluke Networks is the first cable qualification tester designed to meet the specific needs of the UK custom installer and replace the need for multiple testing products. With this easily portable innovation, installers can quickly verify and document data, phone, VoIP, CATV, security, and audio cabling, so improving fault-finding, dramatically reducing call-backs and helping to build a reputation for high quality, reliable service.

Asheridge also features its Hellermann Tyton 'Home Network Sciences' solution for quick and easy system integration. The system provides a full networking infrastructure to support home communications and entertainment equipment. Further details and product demonstrations are available on Stand A1. It allows multimedia content to be delivered to any room in a property. The system is modular with provision for Telephony, Data, TV, CCTV and Audio Solutions.

Visitors to the Stand can also see the connectors and cables which make up Asheridge's Sidewinder no-solder A/V cabling solution. Only Asheridge offers the full 'connectorisation' solution for ease of specification and installation, with male and female versions of F type, RCA/Phono, MCX, and BNC connectors. Cable types on show include CAT5E, coaxial, A1 16/2 and 16/4, and CT100 foam filled examples.

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