Eric Bodley, Author at Future Ready Solutions

Identifying (and Fixing) Fiber Performance Issues

By Eric Bodley in Fiber, Tools, Cable May 09, 2025 0 comment

Fiber is surprisingly durable. Most cables boast a pull rating exceeding 200lbs and can survive installed bend radiuses smaller than 5mm. Couple this with constructions supporting wide temperature ratings and harsh outdoor weather and it’s no wonder fiber has become the medium of choice for high-speed networking and telecommunications. But what happens when the cable […]

Pulling Fiber Optic Cable

By Eric Bodley in Fiber, Tools, Cable May 09, 2025 0 comment

Fiber optic cable is surprisingly strong, durable and pliable; however, several best practices should be followed to ensure a successful cable installation. The below article explores the best practices and tools commonly used to pull fiber optic cable. The Future Ready Solutions Tools & Test Equipment collection explores these solutions in greater detail. Our News & Insights […]

Understanding Fiber Optic Tools

By Eric Bodley in Fiber, Tools May 08, 2025 0 comment

Fiber optic tools are very different than those used for coax, twisted pair and other copper-based cables. Fiber requires a level of precision when stripping, cleaving and preparing optical strands to ensure clean connections and pure light propagation. The below article explores the tools commonly used to integrate and terminate fiber optic cable and connectors. […]

Understanding Fiber Optic Cable: Common Cable Constructions

By Eric Bodley in Fiber, Cable May 05, 2025 0 comment

As we’ve explained in previous articles, fiber optic cable comes in a variety of configurations and constructions. We’ve explored the pros, cons and applications for both single mode and multimode fiber, and we’ve discussed the differences between traditional fiber and Cleerline SSF™. However, another key attribute of any fiber optic integration is what cable construction […]

Integrating eARC over Extended Distances

By Eric Bodley in Cable, Connectivity, Signal Distribution, HDMI Apr 18, 2025 0 comment

eARC, or Enhanced Audio Return Channel, is a feature within the latest HDMI 2.1b specification that allows for extremely high-quality audio to be transmitted from a TV to a remote soundbar or AV receiver through the same HDMI cable used for video. In practice, eARC simplifies the distribution of audio-visual content and allows non-TV-built-in speakers […]

Understanding Fiber Optic Cable: Single Mode vs. Multimode

By Eric Bodley in Fiber, Cable Apr 14, 2025 0 comment

What’s the difference between single mode and multimode fiber? More importantly, which cable should I use in my installation? These are two of the most common questions we’re asked by integrators when designing a fiber optic installation. In some cases the answer is easy: any cable installed before the modem needs to be single mode. But if you’re running network, security or […]

Understanding Fiber Optic Cable: Traditional vs. SSF

By Eric Bodley in Fiber, Cable Apr 13, 2025 0 comment

Fiber optic cabling comes in a variety of configurations and constructions: multimode, single mode, simplex, duplex, distribution, etc. You can find these variants on the Future Ready Solutions website, including articles and case studies detailing where each is used. However, another core consideration is whether to use fiber cabling built with a traditional glass construction […]

Outdoor Networking: Best Practices for Reliable Connectivity

By Eric Bodley in Networking, Connectivity, Cable Apr 08, 2025 0 comment

The demand for outdoor networking has increased significantly as lifestyles and technologies expand beyond a home’s four walls. With property values increasingly at a premium, more people are converting outdoor spaces into functional areas, integrating outdoor entertainment, workspaces and smart infrastructure. Now with so many new devices available, including outdoor Wi-Fi, surveillance systems, security devices, IoT […]

LightSpeed Demarc Kit Wins Top New Technology Award

By Eric Bodley in Latest News & Insights, Fiber, Connectivity, Broadband Feb 13, 2025 0 comment

The LightSpeed Technologies FTTX-K10 all-in-one fiber demarcation kit recently took home top honors in the annual Top New Technologies (TNT) awards at ISE 2025. This year’s awards saw 13 separate categories ranging from marketing programs to products, and the FTTX-K10 won best new product in the competitive Audio, HDMI & Fiber Optic Cabling category. “ISE […]

Kordz Pro4 48G Active HDMI First to Pass DPL Labs’ 48G Enhanced Reference Standard

By Eric Bodley in DPL Labs, Connectivity, HDMI Feb 03, 2025 0 comment

DPL Laboratories, Inc., the industry leader in high-speed digital testing, specializing in the performance evaluation of digital signal connectivity products such as HDMI and USB cables, proudly announces that Kordz new Pro4 48Gbps Active Optical HDMI Cable is the first production HDMI optical cable to pass DPL Labs’ new 48G Enhanced Reference Standard Platform. This cutting-edge platform […]

Choosing a UPS: What’s Best for My Application

By Eric Bodley in Power Feb 01, 2025 0 comment

An uninterruptible power supply, or UPS, is a critical component for audio-visual, security, networking and broadband installations. UPSs provide backup power when the main power source fails, they condition incoming power from surges and voltage fluctuations, and they optimize power output signals to perform within intended specifications. In essence, UPSs ensure devices operate properly and […]

Choosing a UPS: Modular vs. Conventional

By Eric Bodley in Power Jan 06, 2025 0 comment

Many decisions go into choosing the proper uninterruptible power supply (UPS): power requirements, runtime, battery technology, physical size, installation location, efficiency, environmental impact, etc. We’ve covered many of these topics in previous power articles. However, there is one basic question that often gets overlooked: should you install a conventional UPS or a modular UPS? This […]

How to Calculate UPS Load and Runtime

By Eric Bodley in Power Jan 05, 2025 0 comment

Choosing the proper uninterruptible power supply (UPS) system is more than just features and battery type: a critical first step is understanding the total load, or the power requirement of all the devices that will be connected to the UPS, and the desired protection time for the total load. If you choose a UPS with […]

UPS Battery Technology: What’s Best and is it Safe?

By Eric Bodley in Power Dec 30, 2024 0 comment

Uninterruptible power supply (UPS) batteries store energy and provide backup power when the main power source fails. The technology used in UPS batteries has evolved over time and today a variety of options exist depending on budget, environment, desired lifecycle and even safety requirements. This article explores the pros and cons behind five major battery […]

Integrator Branded Brochures

By Eric Bodley in Power, Business Dec 24, 2024 0 comment

Engage customers and grow your brand with custom brochures from Future Ready Solutions. We offer a variety of white papers, brochures and solution guides that help explain the latest technology trends to home owners, building managers, architects and consultants, all branded with your logo and contact information. Popular topics include: identifying and solving power problems, […]

10 Reasons to Sell Centralized UPS Systems

By Eric Bodley in Power Dec 17, 2024 0 comment

Centrally located uninterruptible power supply (UPS) systems are one of the fastest growing product categories for audio-visual integrators. Historically deployed only for remote racks and devices, UPSs located at the main power panel protect and optimize power for the entire building from a single, easy-to-install and service location. If you’re new to the category and […]

7 Reasons Why It’s Easy to Install a Centralized UPS System

By Eric Bodley in Power Dec 17, 2024 0 comment

Centrally located uninterruptible power systems (UPS) are one of the fastest growing product categories for audio-visual integrators. Historically deployed only for remote racks and devices, UPSs located at the main power panel protect and optimize power for the entire building from a single, easy-to-install and service location. Whether you’re new to the category or simply […]

10 Common Power Problems

By Eric Bodley in Power Dec 15, 2024 0 comment

Power problems are the scourge of residential and commercial electronics, not to mention the toll they take on productivity and relaxation. Disruptions and irregularities in the power system, including voltage spikes (surges), voltage fluctuations (brownouts), dips (sags), total outages (blackouts) and noise (interference), affect electronic signal performance, damage electronic circuits and even create a fire […]

Understanding Fiber Connector Types

By Eric Bodley in Fiber, Cable, Connectors Nov 22, 2024 0 comment

Fiber optic connectors are available in a variety of formats depending on the cable type and connection style. This article explores the connectors commonly used in audio-visual, networking, broadcast, broadband internet and other low-voltage applications. Before We Begin: Understanding Connector Polish Fiber optic cable typically follows an industry-standard color code: a yellow jacket denotes single […]

Connecting Twisted Pair Devices to a Fiber Optic Cable

By Eric Bodley in Signal Distribution, Networking, Fiber Nov 22, 2024 0 comment

While fiber optic ports are becoming increasingly common on networked electronics, the majority of connected devices still rely on RJ45 twisted pair connections. To help bridge the copper-fiber divide, media converters and transceiver modules (also known as SFPs or mini-GBICs) are often required. Media converters effectively convert one “media” format to a different media format — i.e., copper to fiber and […]

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