- Paperback: 792 pages
- Publisher: McGraw-Hill Osborne; Pap/Cdr edition (1 July 2004)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0072231327
- ISBN-13: 978-0072231328
- Product Dimensions: 22.9 x 18.3 x 5.1 cm
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 848,842 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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The most comprehensive on the job resource for professional installers of home automation technology. This book also provides coverage of both the HTI+ and CEDIA Installer Level I certifications. Features include: •In-depth coverage of home system integration technologies and practices make this book an indispensable working reference. •100% coverage of all exam objectives for CompTIA’s HTI+ Certification and CEDIA’s Installer Level I exam. •Includes Expert Discussion and Case Study sidebars, and Note, Tip, Exam Tip, and Caution icons highlighting important text throughout the book. •CD-ROM includes 3 practice exams – 2 for each of the HTI+ exams and 1 for the CEDIA Installer Level I exam. The CD-ROM also includes a PDF document of CEDIA’s home system planning icons. •Foreword by Ray Lepper, President of CEDIA.
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“This book provides much-needed clarification about the home technology integration market, including the levels of integration, expertise required, and how to prepare yourself for a career in this field.” --Gene Salois, Vice President of Certification, CompTIA
The most complete home technology professional reference available
Get complete coverage of all the material included on the HTI+ and CEDIA Installer I certification exams--the industry standards of competency for professionals servicing the automated home industry--inside this comprehensive resource. Based on years of practical experience, this definitive, dual-purpose tool explains what you need to know to succeed in the home technology industry. Certification preparation features include HTI+ exam objectives at the beginning of each chapter, helpful exam tips, and sample questions. More than 500 photos and drawings visually reinforce key technology integration concepts. Authoritative and detailed, this volume serves as both a complete certification study guide and an indispensable on-the-job reference.
Get full details on products and installation techniques, including how to:
- Plan for new construction and remodeling projects
- Design and install a home computer network
- Install and troubleshoot structured wiring and cabling
- Implement distributed audio and video technologies
- Design and install a home lighting control system
- Install and maintain a home security system
- Set up a residential communications system
- Work with residential automation controllers
- Integrate a home control system to the home data network
CD ROM ICON: Included on the CD-ROM
- Simulated HTI+ and CEDIA Installer Level 1 exam software with practice questions and answers
- CEDIA system planning icon reference
ABOUT THE AUTHORS: Ron Gilster, CCNA, CCSE, i-Net+, Network+, A+, MBA, AAGG, has been involved with computing and networking, both in the home and in businesses, for more than 15 years as a designer, installer, and trainer. Ron is a best-selling author of several hardware, networking, and programming books and is a technology instructor. Helen Heneveld, MBA, CEDIA Installer I, HTI+, is a recognized industry expert who speaks, trains, and consults worldwide in the converging home systems industry. Helen is a former CEDIA board member and former Chair of CEDIA’s Systems Integration Council.
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18 of 19 people found the following review helpful
"Authorized" is misleading
22 April 2005
Format:Paperback
"Authorized" is misleading ---This book is an "authorized" training material, which signifies that it covers the content of the relevant certification exams. The accuracy and delivery of the content, however, have not necessarily been reviewed or approved by the certifying agencies.
A review of the Table of Contents (16 pages worth) leads one to believe this book (800+ pages worth) will cover it all and with great detail. From there to Chapter 4 (where I decided the book wasn't worth completing), it was mostly downhill. Here are some examples of what I found:
- terms not introduced or not introduced at the first use, and/or not identified in the glossary
- layout and delivery of information difficult to follow, repetitious of some information, while not including other pertinent information
- errors (bandwidth of Cat 5e cable listed at 200 Mbps (Table 1-5, pg 11) and at 100 Mbps (Table 4-2, pg 101))
- errors (pg 24: Chapter 1 test question # 4 directs to Table 1-2 rather than Table 1-3 to reference for answering)
- why?! (includes text, tables and figures with details on voltage/plugs/etc. used by other countries, yet is incomplete on the products used in the US)
- errors (pp 83-84: identifies the "minimum" bend radius for Cat5 to be 1 inch, while Figure 3-7 depicts the diameter)
- errors (pg 85: last paragraph refers to Figures 3-11 and 3-12, rather than Figures 3-9 and 3-10)
- errors (pg 93: Answer #1 is identified as "C, User Training Guide", but the answer text expands on "D, Wire Chart".
I highly recommend persons desiring the CompTIA HTI+ and/or CEDIA Installer I certifications, as well as those wishing to simply increase their knowledge base, look elsewhere for study materials.
Some of the information provided in this book may truly be of value (i.e. accurate and complete), however, with all the errors I've found, I am unable to rely on this book as a good resource.
A review of the Table of Contents (16 pages worth) leads one to believe this book (800+ pages worth) will cover it all and with great detail. From there to Chapter 4 (where I decided the book wasn't worth completing), it was mostly downhill. Here are some examples of what I found:
- terms not introduced or not introduced at the first use, and/or not identified in the glossary
- layout and delivery of information difficult to follow, repetitious of some information, while not including other pertinent information
- errors (bandwidth of Cat 5e cable listed at 200 Mbps (Table 1-5, pg 11) and at 100 Mbps (Table 4-2, pg 101))
- errors (pg 24: Chapter 1 test question # 4 directs to Table 1-2 rather than Table 1-3 to reference for answering)
- why?! (includes text, tables and figures with details on voltage/plugs/etc. used by other countries, yet is incomplete on the products used in the US)
- errors (pp 83-84: identifies the "minimum" bend radius for Cat5 to be 1 inch, while Figure 3-7 depicts the diameter)
- errors (pg 85: last paragraph refers to Figures 3-11 and 3-12, rather than Figures 3-9 and 3-10)
- errors (pg 93: Answer #1 is identified as "C, User Training Guide", but the answer text expands on "D, Wire Chart".
I highly recommend persons desiring the CompTIA HTI+ and/or CEDIA Installer I certifications, as well as those wishing to simply increase their knowledge base, look elsewhere for study materials.
Some of the information provided in this book may truly be of value (i.e. accurate and complete), however, with all the errors I've found, I am unable to rely on this book as a good resource.
17 of 18 people found the following review helpful
Do not under any circumstances buy this book for CEDIA Installer Level I
2 Feb 2006
Format:Paperback
The CEDIA Installer Level I exam covers many topics, most of which are not covered in this material. On my exam there were seven (out of one hundred) questions on OSHA regulations regarding job site safety. This book merely mentions that OSHA is an agency... and that's it. The exam also had several questions on how to properly terminate cabling, a topic never even mentioned in the book material. It is obvious where the author's interests lie, as he expounds greatly on computer networking, but glosses over most of the other topics. Additionally if you're looking at purchasing this book as an "introduction" to home technology, you had better like powerline carrier technology, because that's all he covers. Ninety pages on lighting systems, and apparently only PLC technology exists. This material may be relevant for the HTI+ exam, but most of what is covered is not on the CEDIA Installer Level I test. Unless you plan on taking the HTI+ as well, this book would be a gross misuse of your valuable study time. Read the materials CEDIA recommends:
- The Audio Cyclopedia
- The Audio Dictionary
- Audio Systems Technology, Level 1 & 2
- The National Electric Code (NEC)
- Sound System Engineering, Second Edition
- TIA-570
I would also recommend familiarizing yourself greatly with OSHA guidelines for on-site safety and materials (wire, etc) handling.
Notice the list above doesn't have video distribution, lighting controls, automation products, or irrigation controls. Spend your time on audio distribution, cabling termination, TIA-570 and standards. You'll thank me.
As to this book? Cast it into the farthest reaches of a nuclear waste dump, because with editors and proofreaders this lax, you would be better off reading the Chronicals of Narnia to prepare yourself for CEDIA Installer Level I.
- The Audio Cyclopedia
- The Audio Dictionary
- Audio Systems Technology, Level 1 & 2
- The National Electric Code (NEC)
- Sound System Engineering, Second Edition
- TIA-570
I would also recommend familiarizing yourself greatly with OSHA guidelines for on-site safety and materials (wire, etc) handling.
Notice the list above doesn't have video distribution, lighting controls, automation products, or irrigation controls. Spend your time on audio distribution, cabling termination, TIA-570 and standards. You'll thank me.
As to this book? Cast it into the farthest reaches of a nuclear waste dump, because with editors and proofreaders this lax, you would be better off reading the Chronicals of Narnia to prepare yourself for CEDIA Installer Level I.
12 of 14 people found the following review helpful
Sometimes being first is a good thing.
22 Sep 2004
Format:Paperback
When I first heard of the HTI+ exam I thought it was home networking only and I was wrong. This book covers both HTI+ exams and the CEDIA installer exam and is written by Ron Glister, whose books I have used for other certification studies.
There is an enormous amount you have to know in order to pass these exams and this book seems to have everything right at your finger tips. Judging from the practice questions I have found form pother resources this book is well written for the exams.
Laid out to cover all topics form cabling to phones to home security to building codes, this manual takes you from the beginning to the end. After reading this text I found that you not only need to understand and comprehend computers and networking but also home design and construction.
This exam tests out 2 very different skill sets and once you complete the training you are very well rounded in the IT industry. The book doe shave good examples to look at and work with as well as an excellent set of websites to check out for even more information.
As the book covers 3 exams there is also 3 practice exams included and this is the first book on this certification I have seen. Overall very good reading.
There is an enormous amount you have to know in order to pass these exams and this book seems to have everything right at your finger tips. Judging from the practice questions I have found form pother resources this book is well written for the exams.
Laid out to cover all topics form cabling to phones to home security to building codes, this manual takes you from the beginning to the end. After reading this text I found that you not only need to understand and comprehend computers and networking but also home design and construction.
This exam tests out 2 very different skill sets and once you complete the training you are very well rounded in the IT industry. The book doe shave good examples to look at and work with as well as an excellent set of websites to check out for even more information.
As the book covers 3 exams there is also 3 practice exams included and this is the first book on this certification I have seen. Overall very good reading.
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