Data, AV, security and the rack builder

Data and TV points

1. 1
   Place a Data / TV plate from Powerpoints & switches.
2. 2
   Open its details. It works like a switch plate — pick the number of gangs.
3. 3
   Set each gang to Ethernet, Free-to-Air TV or Paid TV (Foxtel).

Home technology

Home technology has TVs, projectors, in-ceiling speakers, amplifiers, WiFi access points, data racks and iPad controllers. Tap an amplifier and use Link speakers (zones) to join it to its speakers.

Cameras and alarms

1. 1
   Place a Security Camera from Security, then pick the Model in its details.
2. 2
   Don’t see yours? Tap ＋ Add your camera, type the name and your price, and tap Save + use on this pin.
3. 3
   Tap Flip direction on a selected camera to point it the other way.
4. 4
   From Alarm, place PIR sensors, keypads, the alarm box, sirens and door swipes.

Build the data rack

Everything you mount flows into your quote with part numbers, plus an allowance for Cat6 patch cables. The quote gets its own Data rack build section.

1. 1
   Place a Data rack from Home technology.
2. 2
   Open its details and tap 🛠 Build this rack.
3. 3
   Pick the Rack size — from 6RU up to 42RU.
4. 4
   Add parts from Networking, Audio, Camera NVRs and Data Rack Accessories. Watch them fill the Front elevation.
5. 5
   Need something else? Tap ＋ Add a product…, type its name, RU and your price, and tap Add to rack.
6. 6
   Tap Save rack.

Guided smart-home layout

Tools → Design your Smart Home walks you through WiFi, cameras, door entry, sensors and speakers, one at a time.