
Audio Broadcasting
A PLC local area network enables data broadcasting over the electrical network
including audio data (see Figure 6.6) originating from various sources, in particular
the following ones:
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Audio file servers. The files are in MP3 or WAV format and are sent over the
electrical network to be retrieved by PLC devices connected to the installation
hi-fi devices.
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Hi-fi system. The audio signal from one hi-fi system to another or to audio
speaker systems can be shared. In the second case, the electrical network
replaces the audio/stereo cables used to connect between the hi-fi system and
the audio speakers.
Recreational Applications
Recreational applications (video games) increasingly use the computer networks to
connect the various players between them. Games terminals fitted with a network
interface can use the electrical network for connection purposes exactly like in the
case when file sharing over a PLC local area network.
Video Surveillance
The widespread use of IP cameras fitted with Ethernet network interfaces (RJ-45
connector) means they can be connected to a PLC local area network via electrical
outlets. This provides a high flexibility in the placement of cameras that must in any
way be powered by a nearby outlet. Figure 6.7 illustrates this application.
118 Applications
Figure 6.6 Audio broadcasting in a PLC network
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