SMATV Installation at Hill House, London
Project Overview
Hill House is a prominent residential development located above Archway Tube Station in London. The project involved the transformation of an existing eleven-storey office building into a modern residential complex. The redevelopment included the removal of the existing façade and finishes, extension of the structure by two additional floors using a steel frame, and the application of a unitised façade and brick-slip system. The result is a contemporary building comprising 168 apartments, including duplex units on the newly added top floors.
To provide residents with reliable and high-quality television services, One Vision Digital Ltd was commissioned to design and install a comprehensive Satellite Master Antenna Television (SMATV) system throughout the building.
Client Requirements
The primary objectives for the SMATV system installation were:
- Deliver access to both terrestrial (Freeview) and satellite (Sky, Freesat) television services in all 168 apartments.
- Ensure consistent signal quality and reliability across the entire development.
- Eliminate the need for individual satellite dishes or aerials, preserving the building's aesthetic appeal.
- Provide a scalable and easily maintainable infrastructure to accommodate future technological advancements.
Our Solution
To meet these requirements, One Vision Digital Ltd implemented a robust 5-wire SMATV distribution system, which included:
- Centralised Reception Equipment: Installation of satellite dishes and aerials to receive a comprehensive range of television signals.
- Launch Amplifiers: Deployment of high-quality amplifiers to distribute signals efficiently throughout the building.
- Multiswitches: Integration of Triax 5-wire multiswitches to manage signal distribution to each apartment.
- Quality Cabling: Use of high-grade coaxial cabling to ensure minimal signal loss and optimal performance.
This configuration ensures that each apartment receives a full range of television services with excellent picture and sound quality, enhancing the residents' experience.
Project Outcome
The successful implementation of the SMATV system at Hill House resulted in:
- Enhanced Resident Satisfaction: Residents enjoy a wide selection of television channels with consistent signal quality.
- Aesthetic Preservation: The centralised system negates the need for multiple external dishes or aerials, maintaining the building's visual integrity.
- Future-Proof Infrastructure: The scalable design allows for easy integration of additional services or upgrades as technology evolves.
