BOSCHEN TECHNOLOGIES
Residential Installation Process:
The following describes the process involved in a typical full-scale
Residential AV or structured wiring installation. This process varies depending
on the systems involved, as well as the size and type of the install. The basic
process is also applicable to larger commercial installs.
Pt.1: Design Phase
For larger installations, a walk-through with the client is usually required
before a proposal can be submitted for approval. The locations of TVs,
touchscreens, speakers, hardware, and structured wiring jacks must be
determined, depending on the types of systems being installed. These locations
will be marked on-site, or on a floorplan or blueprint. Other issues affecting
cost, and the time required to perform the work, will be addressed at this
point. These issues will depend on the needs of the client, and the demands of
the installation itself, whether new construction or a retrofit, residential or
commercial, stock installation or custom design.
When the client has communicated their needs to the designer, and both have
agreed upon the basic structure of the hardware and layout, a detailed design
and proposal can be drawn up.
Above: Design for Lock residence, with twin 7.1 Surround Theatres, Central
Media Server & Distributed Audio System
Pt.2: Rough-In Phase
During the rough-in phase, the necessary holes for cabling will be drilled,
cables run, and boxes, enclosures, and mudrings installed. Panels or other
enclosures are mounted at this time as well. When cabling is finished, loose
cables will be bundled and stowed to keep them out of the way of other tradesmen
onsite. All cables are labeled, and photos of the installation are taken, so
that wiring routes and pathways are clear for any later moves, add-ons, or
changes.
When the rough-in is finished, the jobsite will be prepared for other tradesmen
to complete the drywall, painting, etc, which must be done before the trim-out
work can begin. For some installations, a downpayment is due at the completion
of the rough-in phase.
Above: Cabling rough-in for one of the 7.1 Surround theatres in the above
design. Note the wooden speaker enclosures mounted within the joists.
Pt. 3: Trim-out & Finish Phase
During trim-out, hardware such as speakers, TVs, and other components are
installed, programmed, and calibrated. Cabling is terminated with jacks or
plugs, plated, and tested. System performance is checked with reference media,
and remote programming is completed. At the end of the trim-out, all systems are
ready for normal, everyday use. This phase typically includes a final walk-
through and inspection before billing, to be sure the client is completely
satisfied, and understands the operation of their new systems.
Above: The finished 7.1 surround theatre w/ 42" plasma display in place, just
in time for the holidays...
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