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Leveraging Fiber for Building Lighting Systems

Category: Signal Distribution, Cable, Fiber Jan 11, 2026

When most people think of fiber optic cable, they think of data transmission, high-speed internet and telecommunications. However, fiber optics also play an increasingly important role in modern residential and commercial lighting systems. From architectural accent lighting to smart building controls and harsh-environment illumination, fiber optic technology offers unique advantages that traditional copper wiring and […]

Increasing Profitability with Kordz Cables

Category: HDMI, Cable Nov 16, 2025

This article originally appeared on our Kordz partner site. Read the entire article on the Kordz.com website. The most talked-about aspect of HDMI cables is usually performance, and their marketing often focuses on bandwidth, resolution and certification. While these factors are undeniably important, the real-world success of professional integrators depends on much more. HDMI certification provides you with […]

PDF Download: USB Reference Guide

Category: Connectivity, Cable Oct 03, 2025

Struggling with USB versions and compatibility? Future Ready Solutions created a two-page Reference Guide to help identify and choose USB cables and connections by bandwidth and power delivery. It’s an essential tool for understanding the evolution of the standard, as well as what’s compatible and future-forward. The guide is available in downloadable PDF format from […]

Choosing an Outdoor Equipment Enclosure

Category: Cable, Connectivity, Signal Distribution Jun 08, 2025

Integrations rarely stay indoors. Outdoor living spaces demand AV and internet, security cameras extend to the edges of properties, automated gates require connectivity, and remote buildings rely on network access. All of these connections drive the need for outdoor equipment enclosures. Future Ready Solutions’ partner Altelix designs and manufactures a wide variety of weatherproof equipment […]

Identifying (and Fixing) Fiber Performance Issues

Category: Fiber, Tools, Cable May 09, 2025

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

Category: Fiber, Tools, Cable May 09, 2025

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 Cable: Common Cable Constructions

Category: Fiber, Cable May 05, 2025

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

Category: Cable, Connectivity, Signal Distribution, HDMI Apr 18, 2025

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

Category: Fiber, Cable Apr 14, 2025

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

Category: Fiber, Cable Apr 13, 2025

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 […]

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