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n The TrueNet Structured
Cabling System is the
industry’s most
revolutionary local area
network (LAN)
technology—precisely
because it is the only
system that moves beyond
traditional adherance to
TIA/EIA industry standards
to what is really important
to the end-user…data
throughput.
n The TrueNet Cabling
System is the only system
specifically designed to
prevent bandwidth loss in
LANs.
n TrueNet Structured Cabling
Systems consist of an
integrated system of
horizontal cable, patch
cords, terminal blocks,
jacks and patch panels—
all precisely tuned to
protect the efficiency of
the network.
n The TrueNet Warranty
certifies zero bit error
data transmissions in
the physical layer by
performing active testing
on all installed systems at
the end-users’ locations.
n TrueNet Systems are
available for proposed
Category 6 (C6T™) and
Category 5e (C5eT™)
requirements.
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TrueNet
™
Structured Cabling Systems
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A System Breakthrough That Allows
Maximum Network Throughput
TrueNet Structured Cabling Systems are a truly revolutionary
new concept in network technology.
A TrueNet System provides far more than proposed Category 6,
5e or 5 compliance — it actually helps users get the most out of
their active equipment, the bandwidth they paid for.
The System is an integrated, precisely tuned system of horizontal
cable, patch cords, jacks, terminal blocks and patch panels —
everything from NIC to server. The result is the industry’s only
impedance-matched system that provides a clear path for
uninterrupted data throughput.
And the KRONE TrueNet System guarantees zero bit error data
transmission — a promise fully backed by a single-source, end-
user warranty. No one else in the industry matches this level of
performance…or assurance…of network efficiency.
New Tests Reveal Key Determinants
of Network Performance
Today, there’s a new generation of testing equipment that looks
at the entire network while it’s under operation. These “active”
tests show that the degree to which all network components are
impedance matched has a great effect on the throughput of the
network. In addition, they reveal that many, if not most, of
today’s high-speed networks are operating well below peak
performance.
KRONE research with active network test equipment confirms
that mixing and matching components that individually meet
TIA/EIA standards does not ensure efficient network perfor-
mance. Optimal network throughput can only be achieved with
components that are 100±3 ohms impedance matched.
The charts shown (above, right) demonstrate the impedance
match/mismatch phenomenon. The mismatched channel
illustration depicts what can happen when a 107 ohm patch
cord is connected to a 97 ohm horizontal cable. Typically, energy
is reflected at the connection point, causing signal degradation,
data errors and data retransmissions. These occurrences can have
a serious impact on network performance.
The TrueNet cabling system, depicted by the matched channel
illustration, shows how matched 100±3 ohm components allow
the signal to travel without reflection and loss.
Data retransmissions dramatically reduce the throughput of
the network. As shown in the table (right), even a 1% rate of
retransmission can slow a 100Mb/s Ethernet network to just
20Mb/s — turning a $1 million network equipment investment
into a $200,000 investment.
TrueNet
™
Structured Cabling Systems
A New Concept in Network Technology
Ethernet LAN Worth
Maximum Percent Data (Based on $1 Million
of Retransmissions Capacity Equipment Investment)
0% 100Mb/s $1,000,000
1% 20Mb/s $200,000
2% 4Mb/s $40,000
3% 0.8Mb/s $8,000
4% 0.16Mb/s $1,600
5% 0.032Mb/s $320
Impedance-matched components allow your data to travel
throughout the network with minimal reflection and loss.
Effect of data retransmission on network throughput —
80% degradation from only 1% retransmission.
Impedance Mismatched Channel
TrueNet Impedance Matched Channel
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Factors Affecting Network Throughput
Electrical characteristics such as impedance, ACR, and delay skew
are important. However, the true test of any structured wiring
plan is how well the original data is retained as it travels within
the physical layer.
Common inconsistencies in structured cabling, such as imped-
ance mismatches, cause data errors. This impedance mismatch
causes instability across the frequency spectrum.
Electrical instability can hurt data integrity. This potentially
causes data retransmission to occur, which, in turn, causes a
reduction in Ethernet throughput.
How the TrueNet System Protects Network Throughput
KRONE has solved network retransmission problems by
designing a structured cabling system to impedance-matching
standards that are more rigorous than the current standards,
and which include IEEE system guidelines not found in the
traditional TIA/EIA structured cabling standards. These TrueNet
C6T™ and C5eT™ solutions incorporate tuned components,
including patch cables, jacks, termination blocks, horizontal
cables and termination hardware.
TrueNet’s total system tuning protects data integrity and
enhances network throughput.
Tested On-Site and Backed by a Zero Bit Error* Warranty
The TrueNet System is backed by an industry-leading warranty
program that addresses what is really important to the network
user: data throughput.
KRONE assures that each installed TrueNet Structured Cabling
System achieves maximum throughput performance by conduct-
ing active network testing on-site. No other warranty program
offers this kind of peace-of-mind to the end-user.
The“20/5” TrueNet Warranty, offered directly to the end-user,
covers all aspects of the structured cabling system for horizontal
and backbone networks that support data and voice, both
copper and fiber, including patch cords, horizontal cabling,
jacks, and patch panels. It’s the industry’s first throughput
warranty that covers zero bit errors over the passive components
of the network for a full five years, plus a separate 20-year
electrical performance, application assurance and product
warranty.
TrueNet
™
Structured Cabling Systems
A New Concept in Network Technology
* Overall bit error rate guaranteed for a 5-year period not to exceed a limit of 10
-12th
(due to the structured cabling under warranty).
TrueMatch™ — A Revolutionary Innovation in
Technology
TrueNet™ Cable is based on TrueMatch technology,
a series of over 10 patented product design and
manufacturing innovations that fine-tune the cable
to various system components (such as connectors)
to achieve a 100±3 ohms differential impedance
throughout the cabling system. The resulting system
allows the signal to travel the physical layer cleanly,
with fewer performance-robbing data
retransmissions.
With the revolutionary TrueMatch
process, each pair is manufactured
separately — then individually sized
and tuned with an identical, tight
twist ratio and combined within the
jacket. TrueMatch cables are as close
to perfect as is possible.
TrueMatch Assures that:
n
The copper conductors of each TrueNet cable have
a near-perfect (99% round) circumference, plus a
near-perfect distance variation (99–100%) within
the insulation.
n
The conductors and insulation diameters of each
pair are individually fine-tuned to achieve the
100±3 ohms impedance requirements.
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TruePatch
™
Patch Cords
Impedance vs. Frequency
Before TruePatch.
Same channel viewed after the installation
of TruePatch.
Impedance vs. Frequency
A Simple, Effective Way to Boost
Performance and Reliability.
As an integral part of the TrueNet™ Structured Cabling System,
or when used individually, TruePatch Patch Cords provide a vital
system upgrade and solve a problem found in many networks: a
random selection of unmatched, low-performance/low-reliability
patch cords.
New research shows that even one marginal patch cord can
substantially slow down an entire network. These same tests also
show that overall network performance can be improved simply
by replacing existing patch cords with high-performance, imped-
ance-matched TruePatch Patch Cords (right). These tests show
that impedance mismatches which occur at the transition be-
tween patch cords and jacks have a dramatic impact on network
performance. The figure on the top, right shows a randomly
chosen horizontal cable with a randomly chosen patch cord. The
frequency curve shows wild oscillations. But by just placing a
TruePatch Patch Cord with the same horizontal, the impedance
curve is much smoother (bottom, right).
TruePatch Patch Cords utilize TrueMatch™ technology but they
also feature some unique design innovations:
n The copper conductors in TruePatch
Patch Cords are stranded for superior
flexibility, then compacted into a
near-round shape to enhance the
impedance values. A dual layer
insulation prevents the separation of
the copper strands — even with
repeated flexing. Separate patents are
pending on these unique innovations.
n A high pressure, injection-molded
boot locks each pair in place inside the
plug, resulting in an extra-strong
termination.
n An extra-long strain relief prevents
kinking at the plug head, maintaining
the required 1" bending radius.
To achieve maximum performance, however, all TruePatch Patch
Cords are offered in lengths which are proven to minimize signal
reflection (4, 7, 10 and 15 feet).
The copper strands
are compacted,
presenting a round
conductor for
increased impedance
performance. A dual
insulation layer
prevents strand
separation.
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C6T — For the Ultimate Gigabit Ethernet Network
TrueNet C6T delivers exceptional system performance by
including features that protect signal integrity and strength. The
IEEE specifications for signal amplitude will be especially
important for Gigabit Ethernet (which uses multilevel encoding).
In addition, these features may also enable lower voltage NIC
cards to transmit a clean signal (see below comparison of signal
amplitude for a mismatched vs. TrueNet System).
TrueNet was designed in concert with the first generation of
Gigabit Ethernet cards which will use complicated digital signal
processing (DSP) chips for signal decoding. TrueNet C6T takes
Gigabit Ethernet one step further: signal transmission over
TrueNet C6T is so good that the need for DSPs is reduced,
allowing active equipment manufacturers to build next-
generation, low-cost Gigabit Ethernet equipment without
extra chips.
TrueNet C6T takes TrueMatch™ technology even further. It
provides the tightest levels of impedance-matching available, and
adds KRONE’s patent-pending star separator. This helically-twisted
separator improves pair-to-pair isolation and reduces pair-to-pair,
powersum and alien (cable-to-cable) crosstalk for best performance
in noisy networks like Gigabit Ethernet. In addition, heavier
23-gauge copper is used for better signal strength.
The TrueNet C6T Solution delivers:
n A complete end-to-end channel
n Extra bandwidth, better attenuation
n Zero bit errors
n ISO/IEC 11801, Class E compliance
n Proposed Category 6 compliance
TrueNet
™
Structured Cabling Systems
Channel Options
C6T RJ45 Modular Solution
Hub/Switch
TruePatch™ C6T
TruePatch™ C6T
TrueNet™ C6T Cable
HighBand™
Jacks
Plug ’n’ Play
Patch Panel with
HighBand™ Jacks
C6T IDC Block Solution
Hub/Switch
TruePatch™ C6T
TruePatch™ C6T
TrueNet™ C6T Cable
HighBand™
Jacks
HighBand™
Ultim8™
Blocks
Mismatched Signal Amplitude
The mismatched channel allows signal amplitude to
fall out of IEEE specifications.
TrueNet Signal Amplitude
The TrueNet channel preserves signal amplitude
within IEEE specifications.
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TrueNet C6T System Components
Product Description Part Number Catalog Pages
HighBand™ RJ45 Keystone Jack T568 A/B 6645 1 800-** 9-2
UMS Mounting System — 6657 2 165-00 7-3
Hi Density Keystone Patch Panel 24-Port 6450 1 054-01 8-7
Patch Plus Patch Panel w/Cable Mgmt. 24-Port 6653 2 760-24 8-7
Plug ’n’ Play Patch Panel 24-Port 6653 2 003-24 8-7
Plug ’n’ Play Patch Panel 48-Port 6653 2 003-48 8-7
Ultim8™ Block 8-Pair 6468 2 060-06 3-2
Ultim8 Field Assembly Kit 96-Pair 6636 1 596-06 3-3
Ultim8 Field Assembly Kit 160-Pair 6636 1 510-06 3-3
TruePatch™ Patch Cords –
Wired Straight Through Ultim8 Plug-to-Ultim8 Plug, 4 feet TP6TH***04 3-4
TruePatch Patch Cords –
Wired Straight Through Ultim8 Plug-to-Ultim8 Plug, 7 feet TP6TH***07 3-4
TruePatch Patch Cords –
Wired Straight Through Ultim8 Plug-to-Ultim8 Plug, 10 feet TP6TH***10 3-4
TruePatch Patch Cords –
Wired Straight Through Ultim8 Plug-to-Ultim8 Plug, 15 feet TP6TH***15 3-4
TruePatch Patch Cords Ultim8 Plug-to-RJ45, 4 feet TP6TB***04 3-4
TruePatch Patch Cords Ultim8 Plug-to-RJ45, 7 feet TP6TB***07 3-4
TruePatch Patch Cords Ultim8 Plug-to-RJ45, 10 feet TP6TB***10 3-4
TruePatch Patch Cords Ultim8 Plug-to-RJ45, 15 feet TP6TB***15 3-4
TruePatch Patch Cords RJ45-to-RJ45, 4 feet TP6TA***04 8-10
TruePatch Patch Cords RJ45-to-RJ45, 7 feet TP6TA***07 8-10
TruePatch Patch Cords RJ45-to-RJ45, 10 feet TP6TA***10 8-10
TruePatch Patch Cords RJ45-to-RJ45, 15 feet TP6TA***15 8-10
Plenum Reels 4-Pair, 23 AWG TN6TP**02 10-3
Non-plenum Reels 4-Pair, 23 AWG TN6TR**02 10-4
Angled Faceplate 4-Port 6644 1 174-** 9-6
Angled Faceplate 8-Port 6644 1 178-** 9-6
Flush Mount Faceplate 2-Port 6644 1 152-** 9-7
Flush Mount Faceplate 4-Port 6644 1 154-** 9-7
Flush Mount Faceplate 6-Port 6644 1 156-** 9-7
Flush Mount Faceplate 12-Port, Dual Gang 6644 1 157-** 9-8
Color Key
For * substitute
01-white
02-ivory
03-gray
04-black
05-red
06-blue
07-green
08-yellow
09-purple
10-orange
For ** substitute
01-white
02-ivory
03-gray
04-black
For *** substitute
BL-blue
GY-gray
WT-white
GN-green
YL-yellow
RD-red
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Structured Cabling Systems
Channel Options
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The Throughput Optimized Category C5eT Network
The TrueNet C5eT Cabling System is KRONE’s entry level
throughput enhanced solution. This system fully meets
the requirements of Category 5e, plus it adds throughput
optimizing features of 100Base-T operation.
The proof of TrueNet C5eT System performance is in the test
results. The graphs (below) depict the rise time of both an
impedance mismatched and matched (TrueNet) system. The
mismatched channel falls out of the IEEE spec; the TrueNet
System keeps rise time within the IEEE specs, preserving
signal integrity.
The TrueNet C5eT Solution delivers:
n A complete end-to-end channel
n Extra bandwidth, better attenuation
n Zero bit errors (enhanced DSP electronics required
for 1000Base-T)
n TIA/EIA-568-A Category 5e compliance
n ISO/IEC 11801, Class D compliance
TrueNet
™
Structured Cabling Systems
Channel Options
Mismatched Signal Rise Time
The mismatched channel’s corrupted signal causes
rise time to fall out of IEEE specifications.
TrueNet Signal Rise Time
The TrueNet channel keeps rise time within
specifications, preserving signal integrity.
C5eT RJ45 Modular Solution
Hub/Switch
TruePatch™ C5eT
TruePatch™ C5eT
TrueNet™ C5eT Cable
K600
Jacks
Plug ’n’ Play
Patch Panel with
K600 Jacks
C5eT IDC FT Block Solution
Hub/Switch
TruePatch™ C5eT
TruePatch™ C5eT
TrueNet™ C5eT Cable
K600
Jacks
Feed Thru
(FT) Block
Hub/Switch
TruePatch™ C5eT
TruePatch™ C5eT
TrueNet™ C5eT Cable
K600
Jacks
Enhanced
Patch Panel
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Structured Cabling Systems
Channel Options
TrueNet C5eT System Components
Product Description Part Number Catalog Pages
Enhanced Patch Panel, Cat 5e 24-Port, (6) 4-Port Groups 6653 1 466-24 8-2
Enhanced Patch Panel, Cat 5e 48-Port, (12) 4-Port Groups 6653 1 466-48 8-2
Enhanced Patch Panel, Cat 5e 24-Port, (4) 6-Port Groups 6653 1 646-24 8-2
Enhanced Patch Panel, Cat 5e 48-Port, (8) 6-Port Groups 6653 1 646-48 8-2
UMS/Mini Patch Panel 6-Port (105mm) 6653 1 606-00 8-4
UMS/Mini Patch Panel 6-Port (160mm) 6653 1 606-02 8-4
UMS/Mini Patch Panel 12-Port (160mm) 6653 1 612-00 8-4
UMS/Mini Patch Panel Kit 6-Port (105mm) w/Mtg. Kit 6653 1 806-00 8-3
UMS/Mini Patch Panel Kit 12-Port (160mm) w/Mtg. Kit 6653 1 812-00 8-3
UMS/Mini Patch Panel Kit 24-Port (160mm) w/Mtg. Kit 6653 1 824-00 8-3
UMS/Mini Patch Panel Kit 48-Port (160mm) w/Mtg. Kit 6653 1 848-00 8-3
K600 Jack RJ45 6467 1 081-* 9-3
25-Pair FT (Feed-Thru) Block 4-Pair color coded 6631 2 135-05 4-2
TruePatch™ Patch Cords FT Plug-to-FT Plug, 4-Pair, 4 feet TP5ETF***04 4-6
TruePatch Patch Cords FT Plug-to-FT Plug, 7 feet TP5ETF***07 4-6
TruePatch Patch Cords FT Plug-to-FT Plug, 10 feet TP5ETF***10 4-6
TruePatch Patch Cords FT Plug-to-FT Plug, 15 feet TP5ETF***15 4-6
TruePatch Patch Cords FT Plug-to-RJ45, 4 feet TP5ETB***04 4-6
TruePatch Patch Cords FT Plug-to-RJ45, 7 feet TP5ETB***07 4-6
TruePatch Patch Cords FT Plug-to-RJ45, 10 feet TP5ETB***10 4-6
TruePatch Patch Cords FT Plug-to-RJ45, 15 feet TP5ETB***15 4-6
TruePatch Patch Cords RJ45-to-RJ45, 4 feet TP5ETA***04 8-11
TruePatch Patch Cords RJ45-to-RJ45, 7 feet TP5ETA***07 8-11
TruePatch Patch Cords RJ45-to-RJ45, 10 feet TP5ETA***10 8-11
TruePatch Patch Cords RJ45-to-RJ45, 15 feet TP5ETA***15 8-11
Plenum Reels 4-Pair, 24 AWG TN5ETP***02 10-6
Plenum Reelex 4-Pair, 24 AWG TN5ETP***XXII 10-6
PVC Reels 4-Pair, 24 AWG TN5ETR***XX02 10-9
PVC Reelex 4-Pair, 24 AWG TN5ETR***XXII 10-9
Angled Faceplate 4-Port 6644 1 174-** 9-6
Angled Faceplate 8-Port 6644 1 178-** 9-6
Flush Mount Faceplate 2-Port 6644 1 152-** 9-7
Flush Mount Faceplate 4-Port 6644 1 154-** 9-7
Flush Mount Faceplate 6-Port 6644 1 156-** 9-7
Flush Mount Faceplate 12-Port, Dual Gang 6644 1 157-** 9-8
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Color Key
For * substitute
01-white
02-ivory
03-gray
04-black
05-red
06-blue
07-green
08-yellow
09-purple
10-orange
For ** substitute
01-white
02-ivory
03-gray
04-black
For *** substitute
BL-blue
GY-gray
WT-white
GN-green
YL-yellow
RD-red