The main difference is the type of technology and the type of installation. When it comes to the system's capabilities and effectiveness, there is no difference.

The wireless model includes both 802.11g (wireless) and 10/100 ethernet (wired) connections. The wired-only model has only the ethernet interface. Aside from that, they are the same.

We carry both hardwired and wireless equipment. It all depends on the location. In a residential setting where the basement is finished and where there is no access to the ceiling, then we would have to install a wireless system. If there is access to the basement ceiling then we can install the hardwired system. Please note that every home is different, and our security consultants are trained to be able to offer you the most appropriate system and design for you location and needs.

Wired cameras have a video cable that runs from the camera to your recording or viewing device such as a DVR, VCR or monitor. Wireless cameras have a built-in transmitter that sends the video signal to a receiver. The receiver connects to your recording or viewing device.

Hard-wired or plug and plug camera means there is a video/power cable that is connected to the camera. The video portion of the cable must be connected to the input jack on your recording or viewing device. The power portion of the cable must supply power to the camera. The power source is usually a wall outlet or another source of 110-120 volt power supply that can supply power to the AC adapter. All our camera operate on 12 volts.

They function exactly the same, the only difference is how they receive their signal to turn on. The wired glasses access it directly through the wire attached to the glasses. The wireless glasses receive a signal via an infrared transmitter similar to a remote control for a television. You do not lose quality or performance by going with one system over another.

Answer: The wired controllers are provided with a wire that connects the controller to the computer. They are available with either 20amp or 30amp relays, 8 or 16 relays, and 5 mappable inputs per controller. The wireless controllers do not require a wire to connect to the computer, can be up to 1000' from the computer, come with 20amp relays only, 16 relays only, and 8 mappable inputs. You can add as many controllers of either kind to as many environments as you need..

Wireless access points operate within the 2.4GHz frequency range and are prone to interference from microwave ovens, other unknown access points in the area, some cordless phones and many other environmental factors that may be passing between you and the access point at any given time. Though the wireless protocol was designed to be robust, it is still radio frequency, and it can be interrupted by various pieces of equipment and/or structures.

A wired network and a wireless network function similarly. We have provided below a chart that shows the main differences in the two networks. Installation is non-intrusive. The installation can be completed with minimal mess and will not disturb your guests. Guests wirelessly "connect" to the network and type in their password. Their password is valid for the length of their stay. Guests can connect only where there is a network jack. Usually, they need to be at the desk in a guest room.

A wireless FM modulator transmits the source signal to your receiver over a standard FM frequency, which you can then tune on your receiver. A wired FM modulator offers slightly better performance, since it plugs into the antenna input of the receiver.

Wired cameras have a video cable that runs from the camera in the barn to your TV. Wireless cameras have a built-in transmitter that sends the video signal to a receiver. The receiver connects to your TV. With a wireless system, you do not have a cable running from the barn to your house.

quot;Just as fast" is a vague term. It could be that for simple operations, like browsing web pages, that the wireless network will be just as fast as the wired network, but there is much more bandwidth available to the wired network than the wireless one.

The kind of network you install in your home is a personal choice. Each type of home network functions very well when installed correctly. Ethernet(wired) is easier to set up, cheaper and generally provides the highest speeds, but wireless(802.11-based) networking provides more mobility and flexibility of PC location. Powerline (wired networking using your home's outlets) is an appealling compromise between complexity and portability.

There is no easy answer for this, and both have their advantages and disadvantages. Consider also that all the DrayTek models with WLAN built-in also have the 4-port switch - so you can use both wired and wireless connections in the same LAN. Not always convenient to run the cables through the house or office - particularly for rented premises. Note however that the older slower 802.11B speed of 11Mbps is still faster than the 8Mbps max. speed for ADSL technology, let alone the 1.

Even though wireless networks look attractive for use everywhere, wired networks still give the best performance and speed. In general, a wireless connection works like a wired Ethernet connection. Wireless connection speeds may be up to 54 megabits per second, but the actual throughput is roughly half the connection speed. Also this bandwidth is shared among all users connected via wireless in a given area.

That a 110VAC motor is to be controlled by a wall switch, and the power cord is a pigtail, which is physically “hard wired” to the wiring inside of an electrical junction box. The switch provides both power and operational control. Note that drapery motors cannot be hard wired.