Get complete coverage of all the material included on the HTI+ and CEDIA Installer I certification exams—the industry standards of competency for professionals servicing the automated home industry—inside this comprehensive resource. Based on years of practical experience, this definitive, dual-purpose tool explains what you need to know to succeed in the home technology industry. Certification preparation features include HTI+ exam objectives at the beginning of each chapter, helpful exam tips, and sample questions. More than 500 photos and drawings visually reinforce key technology integration concepts. Authoritative and detailed, this volume serves as both a complete certification study guide and an indispensable on-the-job reference.

Get full details on products and installation techniques, including how to:

Plan for new construction and remodeling projects
Design and install a home computer network
Install and troubleshoot structured wiring and cabling
Implement distributed audio and video technologies
Design and install a home lighting control system
Install and maintain a home security system
Set up a residential communications system
Work with residential automation controllers
Integrate a home control system to the home data network