The Consumer Electronics Association (CEA) TechHome Division developed the symbols package to give all participants in construction and design of a home an agreed upon guide when labeling technology. Over the course of almost a year, a committee worked to identify the categories and symbols needed. They reviewed icons from numerous industries and sources and worked to incorporate existing standards whenever possible. The end result is a set of easy-to-understand symbols representing common categories of wired electronics including communications, audio/video, security, home control, lighting/electrical, HVAC and vacuum. Optional labeling, conventions and color coding make the different systems quickly identifiable on plans.
“Technology integrators are an important partner in the development of a home,” stated John Tunnell, vice president, CEA Member Relations. “CEA TechHome Symbols give a visual representation of exactly where installed technologies should be placed on blueprints. By having one simple resource for these symbols, CEA is giving all parties involved a vital tool in building the digital home.”