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Take Note: Both the Essential and Enhanced platforms

using the SMC 280 and 420 units incorporate an optional AC

Power Module with hospital grade surge protection. This

module should be wired with a dedicated 15 amp circuit. The

SMC 100 and 140 do not incorporate an AC power module.

TIA/EIA-570-A calls for a low-voltage distribution panel

to be located within five feet of the building’s electrical

ground.

7.6.2 Height Above the Floor

You want your SMC at a serviceable height for most

technicians. This means the top of the panel will be at

approximately 5’ from the floor.

7.6.3 Horizontal Location

Be sure that the SMC is not installed in the same stud

space as an AC cable.

Installer’s Tip: The further away from your electrical

service panel that you can locate your SMC, the better.

You want to keep electromagnetic induction (EMI) to a

minimum. A five-foot separation is considered mini-

mum. Mount the SMC in an accessible, centrally locat-

ed, interior wall that does not require a 2-hour fire rat-

ing.

7.7 Structured Media

Components and Devices

The neat and orderly placement of modules, hubs, and

cable within a Structured Media Center accomplishes

several goals:

• It’s easier for the installer, client, and inspector to

review the work

• The installer can better trace the system and any

problems that might arise

• It establishes a standard installation procedure that

can be followed on future jobs, thus cutting down on

training time

Standardizing your installations allows you to do a bet-

ter job and cut down on your punch list time.

For more information call your Leviton representative or the Leviton Technical Hotline at 800-722-2082

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