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Home cinema systems have provided domestic users with the ability to gain an exciting movie-house experience from the comfort and privacy of their own home. As poor lighting control can spoil the whole viewing experience, Hamilton Litestat has developed their popular Digital Mercury System lighting control system so that it can address the needs of this particular market sector.

In these applications the lighting control needs to be very versatile, offering simplicity of programming to ensure that the most suitable lighting scene is just a touch of a button away. By creating a number of stored scenes, Digital Mercury enables the user to set background lighting so that it doesn’t interfere with people’s viewing enjoyment. For maximum safety, the system can feature a setting which brings all the lighting up to full power.

The miniaturization of circuit boards has made it possible for Hamilton Litestat to create custom installations that help to enhance the viewing experience. These integrated controllers can incorporate, for example, sound and lighting controls, heating and ventilation systems, all within a single control panel. These units are extremely compact and can feature panel controls which can be used to: reveal the plasma screen, to adjust the lighting levels and to switch the sound over from the music system to the film’s sound track as the movie begins.

All of these functions can be operated from a hand held infra-red control, making the system even easier to use. Where required, these types of units can be used to interrupt the viewing when the door bell rings or the fire/burglar alarm operates. In these examples the lighting can be automatically raised and the sound system lowered to maximise awareness.

The incorporation of digital dimmer packs enables Digital Mercury to be programmed with variable fade rates so that each of the lighting channels can be raised or lowered to the desired level. By adjusting the level of brightness on each of the channels, using either a hand held infra-red remote or a wall mounted controller, Digital Mercury is able to create the desired scenes. This system is also very simple to reconfigure allowing a set scene to be quickly changed to suit the user’s latest requirements.

These home cinema lighting installations are able to feature low level lighting that allows viewers to move safely around the room, thus giving the characteristics of a commercial cinema. The use of a recessed floor mounted LED lighting system not only helps to identify the walkways, but also gives a contemporary feel to the space. In this type of installation, Digital Mercury can be used to control and blend the different channels of light, including recessed downlights, to provide effective scene setting that can maximise viewer enjoyment.

Unlike conventional domestic dimmers, which can emit a low level audible buzzing noise when in operation which could be distracting in a cinema environment, Digital Mercury incorporates the latest dimming technology which houses the electronics away from the control plate to eliminate this annoying problem. At the same time this separation avoids the control plates from getting warm which is another problem which can sometimes be experienced when using plate dimmers. Another big advantage is being able to facilitate an increase in a system’s maximum load capability to cope with a client’s more sophisticated requirements.

As visual appeal is often the all-important criteria when designing home cinemas, the style and finish of the accessory plates can play a major role in defining the space and enhancing the dècor. With Hamilton’s Digital Mercury System customers are able to choose from this manufacturer’s extensive plate ranges to suit the project’s design criteria.

With all the proliferation of technology that is designed to support the home cinema, it is easy to forget that the real purpose of custom installation is to make home entertainment so much more enjoyable for the user. By simplifying the control systems and enabling them to work in conjunction with other operating systems the installer can offer hassle free solutions that help to increase the perceived value of a development.

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A new version of the low profile multi-function Integra 1630 digital metering system (DMS) benefiting from Profibus™ and Modbus TCP is now available from Tyco Electronics.

The new Profibus™ option card fully supports the Profibus™ DPV1 protocol, developed by Siemens. It seamlessly integrates with Siemens? building management systems and other peripherals, providing a cost effective retro fit or new option in all scale developments.

Profibus™ option is also available as a plug in accessory for existing Integra 1630 DMS products.

The Integra 1630 DMS with Ethernet communication module supports connection to SCADA systems using the Modbus TCP protocol. The Integra 1630 with Ethernet module acts as a Modbus slave device and may be queried by a Modbus master device which conforms to the Modbus TCP protocol.

The Integra 1630 Ethernet module supports 10Base-T Ethernet communication. Connection is normally via an Ethernet switch or hub that supports the IEEE 802.3 standard at 10/100Mbps.

Designed specifically to provide cost effective measurement for all power monitoring applications, multi-function Integra 1630 digital metering systems provide high accuracy <0.2% measurement, display and communication of all major electrical and power quality parameters, including true RMS system values, individual current demand, user programmable system type and elapsed time counter for connected loads.

Integra 1630 DMS?s low profile makes it ideal for use in switchgear applications but the device has also been designed for use in distribution systems, generator sets, control panels, energy and building management as well as utility power monitoring. Further applications include process control, motor monitoring, ground power units and embedded generation.

The DIN 96 panel mounted Integra 1630 DMS benefits from a user programmable system configuration as well as programmable VT and CT ratios. Once configured, simultaneous monitoring of up to 35 electrical and power parameters can be communicated via pulsed or Modbus outputs, allowing enhanced status information of up to 60 measured parameters to be communicated into building management systems. High contrast red LED displays clearly show each measured parameter.

If a very low profile measurement within the panel is required, a removable bezel is supplied to extend the product forward, reducing rear panel depth.

Additionally, a simple Windows based software package is available to remotely configure, monitor and communicate all 60 major electrical and power quality parameters.

For further information please refer to www.crompton-instruments.com or contact Customer Service:
Tel: 0870 870 7500, Email: electrical@tycoelectronics.com

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Using the new e-brochures couldn't be simpler. They are loaded with a number of technical features which help to bring our online literature to life, and have been developed to present material to you in a more user friendly way.

Self Build, Timber Decking – Lifestyle and How to Build, Brickstore, Internal Doors, Flooring, Windows and Doors are all available to view in this format.

New to the range are the latest Timber Engineering product guide and the New MDF Mouldings brochure. Additionally over the coming month we will also feature the latest Solar Panel offering from Velux and the Timber and PVCU Conservatory range brochure.

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The 2007 catalogue from Tyco Electronics? Energy Division illustrates the extensive electrical distribution and circuit protection product portfolio from its Dorman Smith brand, with particular focus on surge protection (TVSS) and energy metering.

Newly added to the 2007 ‘Electrical distribution and circuit protection product catalogue’ from Dorman Smith are products that address the requirements for power metering emanating from the latest Part L2 Building Regulations. These include single and three phase kilowatt-hour meters, both in conventional form using separate current transformers and in an integral style with the current transformers built into the meter.

In addition, the fast-growing interest from almost all market sectors in the provision of devices that protect against the often potentially catastrophic effects of power surges and lightning strikes has prompted an expansion of this year?s product portfolio to include a much more extensive range of Transient Voltage Surge Suppression (TVSS) devices. These are available in a ?packaged? form that allows retrofit or system refurbishments to acquire the benefits without modification of existing switchboards or panels. Other versions of the TVSS devices fit directly into the Dorman Smith ranges of switching and circuit protection systems and enclosures.

Divided into ten different sections, the 2007 ‘Electrical distribution and circuit protection product catalogue’ provides an overview of Dorman Smith’s product offering in consumer units, SP&N distribution systems, TP&N distribution systems, light duty panel boards and fuse switch systems.

Each main product or system category has its own section in the catalogue. The products and parts locator at the back of the catalogue directs readers who are already familiar with products codes directly to the relevant pages.

Also featured in the catalogue are medium duty panel boards, fuse combination units, circuit protection devices, and a section covering essential technical data.

For further information please refer to www.energy.tycoelectronics.com/ds or contact Customer Service:
Tel: 0870 870 7500, Email: electrical@tycoelectronics.com

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Marley Eternit has issued the second document in the range of literature for the popular dry-construction fibre cement partition board Hydropanel, with a user manual for installers.

The 28-page A5 ‘User Manual’, which is well illustrated with colour photographs and drawings, provides detailed information on how to install the board on timber and metal frame structures for walls, ceilings and floors.

It also provides details of the board’s composition, advantages, characteristics, product range, accessories and tools, and external suppliers.

Easy to work with and quick to install, the all-purpose high performing partition board Hydropanel can be decorated with paint, wallpaper, tiles as well as floor finishes such as laminate flooring.

Hydropanel is resistant to fire (Class O), water, impact, noise and vermin, and unlike conventional partition boards, its rot-proof, vapour-permeable construction makes it ideal for damp environments such as kitchens and bathrooms.

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It sounds like a dream – no on-site wiring and so significantly reduced installation time. Everything is pre-wired and pre-tested, all you have to do is connect and go.

The new MT32 Power Connection System uses a compact 32amp connector that provides a complete solution all the way from the power inlet to the final outlet, whether that happens to be for underfloor, perimeter trunking, dry lined constructions or a multitude of other applications.

If you thought it wasn’t possible for a 32amp connector to be this compact, you need to take a look – because the launch of this revolutionary product is a huge advance for the electrical wiring industry.

The drive behind the development of the MT32 Power Connection System from Marshall-Tufflex, is on speed of installation and safety. There’s no longer any need to manually wire up all connections on-site and the end result is a very fast installation time resulting in lower project costs. Time-saving of this kind means that scarce operator resources can be more usefully diverted to other projects.

MT32 incorporates a simple 3 or 4-pole male to female click-together system. Mechanically keyed so that it cannot be incorrectly installed, the system minimises the chance of on-site error. Boxes and connectors are all pre-wired and pre-tested at the factory and extension cables are colour-coded to differentiate the wiring options for power, lighting and other uses and they are available in different lengths.

The advantages become apparent as one begins to understand the cost-saving implications of this waste-free, no-tools, pre-wired, pre-tested, connect & go, MT32 Power Connection System. MT32 can be utilised within the new Odyssey range and Sterling Trunking. Clearly, it’s a very exciting prospect for the electrical industry in general.

If you’d like to discuss your project requirements and the benefits of using MT32, Marshall-Tufflex has set up a specialist MT32 Technical Team that can be contacted on +44 (0)1424 856688 – or you can visit the Marshall-Tufflex website at www.marshall-tufflex.com/mt32

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