Structured Cabling System centralizes building networks.

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Serving as central unit in fully integrated network, Residential Cabling Distribution Center provides simultaneous distribution of high-speed data, voice, and video signals throughout small commercial buildings. Basic system is pre-designed for voice and data applications, while enhanced system provides plug-and-play functionality for copper and fiber applications as well as flexibility for removing modules. Each system supports all standards and vendor-independent applications.



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CommScope Introduces Residential Structured Cabling System



State-of-the-art home system serves as central unit in fully integrated network

HICKORY, N.C., Jan. 23 -- CommScope, Inc., (NYSE:CTV), a world leader in cable and connectivity solutions, today introduces a new professional connectivity solution to the residential market with the addition of its Uniprise(R) Residential Network Solutions portfolio. Since in-home networking now means more than simple access to the Internet, its newest product, the Residential Cabling Distribution Center, provides simultaneous distribution of high-speed data, voice and video signals throughout the home, multi-family dwelling or small commercial building.

"The innovative Residential Network Solution features our revolutionary structured home and small office cabling system that we believe will suit the needs of simple to highly complex residential systems," said Mark Peterson, Senior Vice President, Enterprise Global Marketing, CommScope. "Combining our advanced engineering with a structured cabling approach that supports virtually all standards and vendor-independent applications, people can now experience the same networking abilities at home that they use in their offices."

CommScope's Residential Network Solution supports a fully incorporated applications environment for current and emerging communication and video entertainment. Data, voice and video signals converge in the residential cabling distribution center and are then distributed to individual room outlets, allowing cable, satellite, PCs, printers and fax machines to work in concert using a single sophisticated system. The cabling distribution center supports both basic and enhanced systems. The basic system is pre-designed for voice and data applications, while the enhanced system provides flexibility for removing modules and allows plug-and-play simplicity for both copper and fiber applications

In addition, an eight-port switch gives users the ability to network up to seven computers. Other features include complete automation capabilities and central control of multiple integrated home communication and video entertainment applications, including telephone, video, data, CATV, Satellite, audio distribution, HDTV, cable modem and even security systems. The multi- media system supports Cat 5e, Cat 6 and fiber connectivity while meeting EIA/TIA 60 CEBus and the TIA/EIA 570-B Residential Wiring Standard. The fiber- based system accepts all connector types-SC, ST and LC-and is easily upgradeable with flexible patch panel modularity. Added security is available with an optional locking kit.

About CommScope

CommScope is a world leader in the design and manufacture of "last mile" cable and connectivity solutions for communication networks. Through its SYSTIMAX(R) Solutions and Uniprise(TM) brands, CommScope is the global leader in structured cabling systems for business enterprise applications. It is also the world's largest manufacturer of coaxial cable for Hybrid Fiber Coaxial (HFC) applications. Backed by strong research and development, CommScope combines technical expertise and proprietary technology with global manufacturing capability to provide customers with high-performance wired or wireless cabling solutions.

Visit CommScope at http://www.commscope.com/

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