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ZTE launches FTTR-B series products.
ZTE Corporation (0763.HK / 000063.SZ), which positions itself as a global leading provider of ICT solutions, has unveiled its Fibre To The Room for Business (FTTR-B) series of products at FTTH Conference 2024. This release includes groundbreaking innovations such as the world's first enterprise-level FTTR-B main Optical Network Terminal (ONT) powered by an Application Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC), the industry's first FTTR room ONT with integrated set-top box (STB) functionality, and ceiling-mounted access points (APs) catering to diverse installation scenarios, boasting ease of installation.
The FTTR-B series is designed to help operators flexibly develop small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) applications for different scenarios and to accelerate the development of all-optical enterprises.
To accelerate the maturation of the FTTR industry chain and promote the development of all-optical enterprises, ZTE has pioneered the introduction of an enterprise-level FTTR-B main ONT based on an ASIC chip. By leveraging an energy-efficient ASIC instead of a power-intensive field programmable gate array (FPGA) chip, the main ONT achieves a 70% reduction in power consumption while delivering exceptional performance. Moreover, it reduces the quiet window by 90% and shrinks uplink time division multiplexing (TDM) latency by 75%. With its combo uplink access capability, the device empowers enterprises to upgrade their all-optical networks to 10G broadband without any modifications to their existing infrastructure. Furthermore, the enterprise-level security protection of the device ensures peace of mind for enterprises and streamlines management for operators.
ZTE's industry-first FTTR room ONT with STB functionality streamlines video service delivery in venues such as hotels or apartment rooms or wards, requiring only a single device. By integrating STB functions into the room ONT, the device not only saves 30% space, but also resolves issues associated with standalone STBs, such as messy cabling and poor WiFi signal. Other notable features of the device include minimal cabling requirements and enhanced energy efficiency.
To address the difficulty of installing ceiling-mounted APs, ZTE designed and patented an installation bracket that supports four installation modes pole, ceiling, wall and box mount in seven scenarios. By combining the installation bracket and ZTE's innovative smart antenna technology, the new ceiling-mounted APs provide the optimal WiFi coverage solution for different installation scenarios. Moreover, the APs have Bluetooth and Zigbee technologies built-in to help enterprises digitally transform their internet of things (IOT) networks.
ZTE's FTTR-B series of new products features six major upgrades: an enterprise-level protection upgrade, a core-chip performance upgrade, a service integration upgrade, a seamless roaming upgrade, a flexible coverage upgrade and a compatible installation upgrade. Thanks to these upgrades, users can enjoy a smooth digital working experience, while operators can perform fibre-deep modernisation of enterprise networks to tap the blue-ocean market of SMEs.
FTTR is leading the second "fibre transformation revolution", part of which is the transition from fibre-to-the-enterprise installation to fibre-in-the-enterprise deployment. Committed to developing more products and solutions that suit diverse FTTR-B scenarios, ZTE will work with operators and industry partners across the globe to usher in an era of all-optical digital enterprises.
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Ceiling fans circulate cooling breezes throughout entire rooms, and the best ceiling fans dont just keep you comfortablethey also reduce utility bills and add a design element to your space.
Minka-Aire, a division of Minka Group, manufactures high-quality ceiling fans. I recently had the opportunity to install and test one of their most popular options, the Barn by Minka-Aire ceiling fan.
With 10 blades, a 65-inch blade span, and a burnished nickel casing, the Barn ceiling fan adds instant farmhouse charm to a room. Keep reading to find out how it performed in our hands-on testing and why I feel confident recommending the Minka-Aire ceiling fan to our readers.
Rating: 4.8/5
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While ceiling fans are all pretty standard in the way they work, various features on the Barn by Minka-Aire model make it a more attractive choice than its competitors.
For example, the fan has a 65-inch blade span, which is wider than most. This helps it circulate air throughout spacious areas. My husband and I installed the Barn in a great room, and when we ran the fan at its highest speed, we could feel the resulting breeze from the adjoining dining room, which is nearly 20 feet away. Compared to other ceiling fans we tested, the Barn moves a lot of air. Standard ceiling fans move an average of 4,000 to 7,000 CFM. On high, this fan moves up to 9,155 CFM; on low, it still moves a respectable 3,712 CFM.
The Barn has a DC motor, which makes it quieter than fans with AC motors. But its not just the motor thats virtually silentthe blades hardly made any of the typical whooshing sounds one might expect from fan blades cutting through the air.
In addition to being a quiet ceiling fan, the Barn boasts a few other features that set it apart from the pack. It comes with an integrated light kit with a dimmable LED bulb, and the fan can be operated with the included remote control or from a smartphone via a downloadable app.
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As we unboxed the Barn by Minka-Aire, we began to fear a lengthy installation process because it came with 10 blades (twice as many as some fans) and several other parts. We were wrongthe Barn attached easily to the existing ceiling fan junction box. Plus, the fan came with an integrated receiver that pairs with the remote control, so we didnt have to wire a separate receiver in place. That saved quite a bit of time.
The blades have subtle notches where they attach to the blade arms, which made it easy to fit them correctly and then insert the screws to hold them in place. The installation guide came with clear illustrations and easy-to-understand steps.
Keep in mind that installing any ceiling fan requires one to connect electrical wires, so if youre not comfortable doing that, its best to have an electrician install it. But, as far as ceiling fan installations go, the Barn was a snap.
The EnergyStar label that comes with the Minka-Aire ceiling fan estimates the average yearly cost to run it is just $9. The fan blades are reversible, so instead of just using the fan during warm weather to generate cooling breezes, users can also switch the blades rotational direction in the winter to push warm air downward. Running the fan in warm and cool seasons reduces the need to run the HVAC as frequently, which will save on utility bills.
In addition to being powerful and quiet, the Barn fan is very stable. We didnt see any start-up wobbling (which is only too familiar with some ceiling fans), and it ran smoothly at all speeds.
The LED light is dimmable, which is also a nice feature, but the buttons on the remote control that dim and brighten the light are not as user-friendly as we felt they could be. At first, we couldnt figure out how to dim the light. Reading the directions solved that, but the solution is not very intuitive. We had to hold one button down while pressing the other to dim the lights and then do the reverse to brighten them.
Controlling the fan from the app is straightforward. We had no problems downloading and syncing the app to our homes wireless network.
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The Minka-Aire Barn ceiling fan sells for about $550, about twice as much as many top-notch ceiling fans. However, this fan offers several features that could justify its higher price point, depending on your preferences and needs.
Its tough to beat this farmhouse ceiling fans striking appeal. Its expansive blades can enhance the look of any large room that has rustic, country, or traditional dcor. Its sure to be a focal point that will get a lot of compliments.
If youre looking for a virtually silent ceiling fan, you can probably justify the higher cost of the Barn by Minka-Aire. And if you want the energy efficiency of running a ceiling fan but also want to control it remotely, this fan might be just the ticket.
On the flip side, if youre into a more classic (as opposed to a farmhouse) look and dont mind the white-noise sound of an AC motor, you can pick from a wide selection of ceiling fans that fit the bill and dont cost as much. And, if you only need air circulation in a small area, an energy-efficient floor fan might be all you need.
Ultimately, your individual preferences and budget considerations will determine whether this barn-style ceiling fan is the right pick for you. Either way, its one heck of a ceiling fan.
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Glenda Taylor is a product tester and writer specializing in the construction, remodeling, and real estate industry. She and her husband, John, own a general contracting company, and Taylor is experienced in both residential and commercial building applications. She tests a wide range of power tools and other home improvement, household, and lawn-and-garden products. Her husband assisted during the installation of this ceiling fan.
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Nearly 100 pieces of content are ready for launch onto the 115 metre-long screen, ranging from live action filming to advanced 3D animation, through to AI-generated artwork and collaborations with international creatives
Europes largest LED screen has been installed at Printworks, one of Manchesters principal leisure and entertainment venues. The 1,000m LED ceiling covers the schemes internal streets and integrates with lighting, audio and creative content.
Owner DTZ Investors hired venue transformation specialists ADI to create the ceiling, which has more than 10,720,900 pixels and is around 115 metres long. The design enables the screen to change the ambience inside Printworks to suit different audiences, live events and brand activations.
In total, ADI has installed around 1,550 m of LED ceiling, digital signage and large-format screens across the interior and exterior faades of Printworks in Manchester, England. They include a 90m interactive gaming screen, as well as other new features, such as Wayfinders and high-level LED ribbon.
ADI worked in partnership with Manchester animation studio Flipbook to produce a variety of content-driven experiences for the ceiling, from AI-generated animations to story-led video. There are nearly 100 pieces of content ready for launch, ranging from live action filming to advanced 3D animation, through to AI-generated artwork and collaborations with international creatives, said Jim Lynch, creative lead, ADI.
The main screen also features a new fire-rated LED product the MTF range developed by ADI for interior applications. Having undergone stringent fire testing, its believed to be the worlds only LED module to meet the BSEN 13501-1 classification.
ADI will provide remote production and event broadcast services over their Live Venue network, which connects over 90 UK stadia and leisure destinations to its centralised production studios, in Preston, over dedicated fibre connectivity.
In the coming months more interactive experiences will be incorporated. The installation of heat mapping cameras throughout the venue will allow real-time, audience-generated content to appear on the ceiling.
The overall refurbishment has been designed by Glasgow-based architects CDA and the creative team as a whole have been guided throughout the project by Creative Director David Fraser of destination specialists, Harrison:Fraser. The scheme, which is managed by Cushman & Wakefield, also remained open throughout the entire refurbishment.
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The best advice on router placement is advice we all ignore: Place your router in the middle of the room for the best possible wifi. Dont hide the router away or place it near a wall. This isn't practical, though, because the walls are where outlets live, and as people have moved to mesh, that means more routers littered throughout the home and more devices to hide. Ive tried to treat these wifi pucks (what I call my Nest routers) as sculpture, worthy of shelf space, but I dont love it. Once I started adding hubs to each room in the form of Google Minis, things became chaotic, with wires snaking off shelves in each room and these two tiny pieces of tech generally getting in the way.
To solve that problem, Ive started mounting my hubs and routers to the ceiling, and it works fantastically. Given the amount of accessories that exist to support the idea, Im clearly not the only one. Ceiling placement solves a lot of problems: It can put the routers in the middle of the room, away from the wall, without the cord issues, and it doesnt take up counter or shelf space. I hardly notice them there, which makes senseafter all, how often do you notice your smoke detector? Its such a good idea that some brands, like Eero, that previously required the router by upright, are now designing wall and ceiling-mount routers.
Cord cover to keep cords tidy and hidden ($9.99)
Ceiling mount for older Google wifi routers ($12.99)
A three-pack of cord winding ceiling mounts for newer Google wifi routers ($23.99)
Ceiling-mountable Eero mesh router ($299.99)
TP Link ceiling-mountable mesh router ($136.78)
Three-pack of TP Link mesh wifi routers ($299.99)
Youll need a few items to make this work. First, youre going to need to find a ceiling mount for your routers or hubs if it doesnt mount on its own, like the Eero, and there are two places to look. Amazon has a surprising number of options for Google brands, and TP Link, and is the best place to look first by just typing [router name] ceiling mount. A lot of wall mounts will also work for the ceiling. The surprising place I first found a mount some years back was on Etsy, where a lot of people are 3D printing them, so thats worth checking out. (Router and hub mounts should be plastic, not metal, so 3D printing makes a lot of sense.) Youll need a drill, and youll want to buy some cord cover, which is usually paintable. Most routers and hubs have six- to eight-foot cords, so you might need to buy a longer cord to reach as far as you need; usually this is just a USB-C cord.
Decide where your equipment is going to go in the room. It doesnt need to be in the centerthe farther away you get from the wall, the better for reception. I recommend attaching your mounts with screws instead of using adhesive: Ive never found the adhesive to be effective, even on the wall, and you dont need your router or hub falling to the floor. Orient both your hub and router with the USB input facing the wall. Embed the cords in the cord cover, and then stick it to the ceiling. Lots of cord cover comes with connectors to make turns, but if it doesnt, just cut the cord cover with an box cutter at a forty five degree angle and put both pieces together to form a corner.
Reception improved at my home, and responsiveness on my Google Minis improved, as well, by simply mounting my devices to the ceiling. It keeps my shelves looking a little neater, and the project cost about fifteen dollars per room. In fact, it's working so well that if I moved, I'd go to the extra step of installing devices when I install ceiling lights, and hide the cords entirely in the crawlspace.
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6 Inspiring Examples of Effective and Aesthetic Acoustic Solutions
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Acoustic comfort is affected by the levels and the nature of the sound experienced in an interior space, measured in decibels. The functionality and aesthetics of working and living spaces are usually the primary focus of the designer, however, too often overlooked, are the factors contributing to the productivity of employees or the comfort of residents. Providing a comfortable acoustic environment contributes significantly to the overall mood and health of people operating within it.
Kvadrat Acoustics meets these challenges by collaborating with architects and designers to create aesthetically outstanding spaces with perfect sound control, using the inherent properties of beautiful textiles. Let's review some of its solutions applied in 5 interior design projects.
At the headquarters of Aedas architects in Singapore, Soft Cells panels by Kvadrat Acoustics were installed on walls and ceilings to enhance the acoustic comfort and aesthetic quality of the Interior and Architects offices. They support the design concept, which delivers a hotel-like ambiance that facilitates discreet conversations. Aedas worked closely with Kvadrat Acoustics and Multiline, the lighting supplier, to create custom integrated panels for most of the ceilings in the reception and meeting rooms. The collaboration also focused on ensuring that the hanging lights and panels could be precisely adjusted to the final ceiling level with equal spacing between the panels.
The ceiling at Under, designed by Snhetta architects, features acoustic panels by Kvadrat Acoustics in a variety of different geometries. In the underwater dining area, which looks out at marine life, the ceiling unites concave and planar acoustic panels, creating an acoustic environment that steadily becomes increasingly crisp and still, while the colors melt from light reds to dark greens and blues. Both above and below the ocean in Lindenes, Norway, 137 Soft Cells panels upholstered in a specially developed textile: the "Under" (named after the restaurant for which it was developed).
Located close to Munich, the680 sqm Skin and Laser Center - which opened in 2016 - is a practice that focuses on classical and aesthetic dermatology. The texture of the skin is at the heart of the design concept by Reimann Interior & Design. For instance, the hexagonal shape of skin cells can be found in the wall design, as well as in custom-made concrete cubes used in different areas. Furthermore, the colour concept is comprised of different skin tones.
Novartis is a global healthcare company. The organizations Asklepios 8 office tower was built in collaboration between architects Herzog De Meuron and the Novartis Business Services unit. Situated in the Novartis Campus, it overlooks the Rhine river in Basel, Switzerland. The interior, which is characterized by lightness and transparency, supports creative collaboration. Reflecting this, writable walls that invite people to visualize and share ideas are used throughout, while acoustic conditions are optimized to facilitate conversations. Soft Cells panels in assorted colors are installed on walls and ceilings to optimize acoustic quality for web conferences and face-to-face meetings. They are in 100 meeting rooms, across all floors.
In Ohio, Foster + Partners specified a Kvadrat Acoustics solution throughout the Samson Pavilion which is designed for Case Western Reserve University and Cleveland Clinic. A new vision for a health pavilion looks to the future of integrated, interactive health education. Most of the Soft Cells panels in the building are installed in the roof trusses above the spacious Delos M. Cosgrove courtyard. Triangular and upholstered in Toto, they deliver an acoustic environment that facilitates collaboration.
Soft Cells panels by Kvadrat Acoustics are designed for optimal sustainability. Consequently, they meet the criteria of major environmental building certifications notably: DGNB, LEED, BREEAM, and HQE. Furthermore, they hold a low emission certificate, Eurofins Indoor Air Comfort, and are third-party verified EPD (Environmental Product Declaration).
AMOREPACIFIC is the largest cosmetics company in Korea, responsible for a portfolio of 30 brands. The companys new headquarters were designed and completed by David Chipperfield Architects, is in Seoul, South Korea. The 22-story cube-shaped building accommodates more than 3,500 AMOREPACIFIC employees. The site also incorporates a museum, a library of exhibition catalogs, an auditorium, several gardens, and a tea house.
To ensure a perfect match with the buildings design requirements, Kvadrat Acoustics' R&D unit developed special product and installation solutions, even setting up a Kvadrat Acoustics production facility was set up in Seoul. Different types of custom Soft Cells panels by Kvadrat Acoustics were installed on walls and ceilings throughout the building.
A specially-defined 50 mm panel installation depth was developed for the headquarters (Usually Soft Cells panels have an installation depth of 55 mm.). To achieve this, new modified profiles were extruded while installation parts were redesigned. L-shaped Soft Cells panels were also engineered especially for the project, meeting the need from the architects for panels that fit around corners.
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