June/July 2002
Vol9 No3
KM8 RJ45 Jack
C6T Cable
C6T High Density
PatchPanels
C6T Patch Cords
Category 6 solutions
E
very day our customers are faced with
increasing demands from their
workforce for bandwidth-hungry
applications to maintain their competitive
advantage in a cut-throat world. Most of
this software can only be used to its full
potential with advanced network
connections such as 100 Megabit Fast
Ethernet (now virtually accepted as the
standard for new installations) and
Gigabit Ethernet.
To truly ensure network speed and
efficiency, every component from the NIC
(network interface card) to the server
needs to operate as effectively as possible. The
foundation on which a network relies is the
structured cabling infrastructure and our
industry is poised to adopt the long-awaited and
much-drafted Category 6 standard.
At KRONE, thanks to our close relationships
with our customers and our appreciation of their
network needs, we are more than ready for the

proposed Cat 6 standard. Indeed, our portfolio
of Cat 6 products has been available since our
flagship range, TrueNet, was launched in 1999.
Our premium PremisNET C6T solution offers a
range of components to take our customers to
Gigabit Ethernet and beyond.
When TrueNet was introduced as the first end-
to-end structured cabling system specifically
designed to prevent throughput loss in local area
networks it was revolutionary. It still is!
Now it is time for our next revolutionary cable
product. The KM8 RJ45 Modular Jack features
an innovative cable-management system that
ensures reliable and repeatable termination. In
this issue, Peter Meijer and Glen Johnston
provide more details of the KM8 Jack, part of our
new TrueNet Cat 6 portfolio of products.
Our proven expertise, combined with an
extensive copper and fibre portfolio, enables us
to tailor solutions to specific customer demands.
We listen to our customers and products such as
the KM8 Jack are the result.
KRONE Australia is the only major
telecommunications connectivity manufacturer
in the country. We have been operating here for
21 years and our Australian made products are
everywhere – from the telephone exchange to
the outlet in the home or business.
I don’t need to tell you that times are tough in
telecommunications. That said, I’m proud to say

that KRONE Australia is more than achieving its
sales forecasts and we are still the preferred
connectivity provider in this country. I’d like to
say thanks to our customers who have voted for
KRONE with their orders and enabled us to
succeed where other brands have failed to grow
their market share.
Sincerely
Craig Jones
CEO
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CUSTOMERS LEAD US TO
REVOLUTIONISE CAT 6
Business Articles
3 Caveat Emptor, Let the Buyer
Beware
Product News
5 New Cat 6 Solution = Error-Free
Transmission
10 Innovative Cable Management
for the KM8 Jack
Customer Stories
6 A Vintage Solution for Southcorp
8 Throughput and Warranty a
Healthy Solution for St Andrews
12 Line Isolation Unit Protects
PowerTel
12 Commander’s Million Dollar plans

for KRONE Equipment
14 Structured Cabling on a Grand
Scale in the UK
KRONE News
15 Club KRONE
Website: www.krone.com.au
Email:
CONTENTS

Copyright © 2001 KRONE Australia Holdings Pty. Limited
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T
he answer is simple – it’s our reputation for
quality, reliability and performance.
More than 20 years ago, Telecom (now Telstra)
started installing KRONE modules throughout its
network. This practice continues today and there
is hardly a phone or Internet connection made in
Australia that doesn’t pass through a KRONE
product.
As with Telstra, the vital communications
networks of the buyers of KRONE products are
safeguarded by unique manufacturing techniques
that only KRONE has perfected and patented.
LSA-PLUS CONTACT PRINCIPLE
This patented contact principle has become the
standard cable connection method in more than
100 countries around the world. In excess of five

billion connections have been made in
telecommunications networks from Antarctica
to Alaska. (See Diagram 1).
Over the years we have seen companies try to
copy the KRONE methodology. While this is
flattering, we are yet to test a competitive
module that complies with KRONE’s strict quality
control procedures.
MECHANICAL ROBUSTNESS
The figures in Diagram 2 (See diagram 2
overleaf), clearly show how positioning contacts
at 45° to the axis of the wire allows more copper
to remain in place, which strengthens this
potential point of weakness.
SILVER PLATING
The KRONE Series 2 and HIGHBAND modules
are plated with five microns of silver – which is
up to five times more plating than most
competitors. The reason KRONE has always
used silver (in place of cheaper tin) is because of
its superior electrical and environmental
properties. Silver has 6.9 times the electrical
conductivity properties of tin. To the end user,
this means a faster, more reliable transfer of
data. Silver is an extremely hard material, which
is necessary in ensuring that when the insulation
is ‘displaced’ on termination the plating remains
intact, and is resistant to wear. This is why we
can guarantee a reliable contact even after 200
re-terminations.

SUPERIOR PLASTICS
KRONE only uses the best plastics in the
production of modules, all of which are rated
UL94V0 for flame retardancy. This means the
modules will self extinguish and not continue to
burn giving off toxic gases as other similar
products may do. This safety rating is not a legal
requirement in Australia, however, it is only
prudent for buyers to beware of cheaper copies.
All KRONE plastics are toughened to allow for
extremes in temperature (-40° to +80°), enabling
the modules to be used in all types of climatic
zones without affecting the functionality of the
product. In addition, our plastics are PVC-
resistant. You should beware of products not
using PVC-resistant material – they are prone to
crack and weaken when terminated because
most wires use PVC insulation.
PROFIL MOUNTING
Only KRONE can provide the versatile, easy-to-
use, patented PROFIL mounting system. The use
of stainless steel rods ensures corrosion
resistance for unrivalled years of service. Be
aware that alternative materials, such as plated
metals, cause problems with electrical resistance
and are not capable of earthing to allow
overvoltage protection.
The PROFIL system allows the modules to be
placed in situ and swung out for easy
CAVEAT EMPTOR …

LET THE BUYER BEWARE
Have you ever considered why KRONE has become the industry
standard for communications networks in Australia?
by Peter Davis, Sales and
Marketing Manager
Diagram 1. LSA-PLUS Contact Principle
1. Clamping ribs
isolate contact area
from stress
2. Silver-plated
contacts make a
secure, gas-tight
connection with
superior corrosion
resistance.
3. 45º “torsion” contact
maintain a continual force
on the connection.
Grips wire from two
directions for greater
security
Resists wire being pulled
out from top or bottom
Never overstresses the
contact (even with wire as
large as 0.65mm)
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termination, reducing installation time. There are also no
sharp edges on the frame to injure the installer or end user.
STANDARDS-COMPLIANT
All of KRONE’s modules comply with local and International
standards. In addition, our modules are tested for ACA
compliance by third party test houses and are also UL
(Underwriters Laboratories) listed.
AUSTRALIAN-MADE
KRONE Australia manufactures more than 90 per cent of the
products we sell in this country. Our manufacturing facility
on the NSW Central Coast is certified to ISO 9001 for quality
management ensuring all products leaving the factory meet
stringent Australian and International standards. We are also
accredited to ISO 14001 for our Environmental
Management System.
We have received many industry accolades over the years.
Last year the well-respected global research organisation,
BSRIA UK, confirmed we had the lion’s share of the
structured cabling market in Australia.
To service this market, KRONE has an
extensive distribution network covering all
parts of Australia with KRONE sales offices
in Sydney, Canberra, Melbourne,
Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth. Our Toll
Free phone service answers enquiries
from anywhere in Australia.
HIGH-PERFORMANCE CAT 5E AND CAT 6 SOLUTIONS
KRONE can offer an extensive range of connection hardware

to suit the individual needs of your network. Be it POTS
(Plain Old Telephone Service) or high-speed data networks,
the choice is yours.
Call us, toll free, on 1800 801 298 and we’ll help you make
the right decision.
QUESTIONS TO ASK YOUR
VENDOR WHEN BUYING
MODULES.
Q. How much do I pay for genuine KRONE products
compared to the copies?
A. Our Australian-made modules cost no more than the
imported copy. Ask your vendor why inferior copy products
are the same price as a genuine original - the locally
produced KRONE product.
Q. How many times can you re-terminate the module?
A. All KRONE modules can be terminated in excess of 200
times, ensuring the longest product life possible. This
benefit is also an indicator to the high level of engineering
built into the product. Some copy products indicate up to
50 re-terminations but, again, ask your vendor for the
manufacturer’s specifications.
Q. Will your module support Cat 5, broadband services
like DSL or the emerging Voice Over IP (VoIP)
telephone protocol?
A. KRONE’s HIGHBAND
®
10 module has been specifically
designed to support these emerging technologies. Ask your
vendor for the manufacturer’s specifications.
Q. What advantage does the genuine

Profil
™
system have over the copies?
A. Profil™ is less expensive than copy backmount frames
and provides an easier and safer method to mount modules.
Modules can be removed without the use of a tool and
hinge providing easy access when installing cables. The
distribution frame has been engineered to be safer,
eliminating the chance of injuries caused by the sharp edges
of mounting frames. Copy products cannot offer the
advantages of Profil™ mounting.
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90° contacts can weaken wire increasing breakage.
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Must be able to take UTP/STP which is 0.5mm
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Punch down only one wire per terminal
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Tim-plated contact corrosion reduces connectivity
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Impact Tool causes high stress on wire.
The KRONE 45° contact leaves more wire between the
contact points
Accepts from 0.4 to 0.65mm
Double termination same gauge wire on single
terminal
Silver-plated contact oxidation doesn’t affect
conductivity
Insertion Tool means less stress on wire.

KRONE vs Others
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Diagram 2 Effects of Wire Termination
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n response to growing demand for higher
speed networking capabilities, KRONE Australia
has introduced a new TrueNet Category 6 (C6T)
network cabling solution. The new C6T solution
addresses the need for superior speed, reliability
and traffic handling in enterprise network
infrastructures.
Our TrueNet Cat 6
portfolio of products
comprises a KM8 RJ45 modular jack
complemented by C6T Cable, C6T High Density
Patch Panels and our C6T Patch cords.
A cable manager secures the cable pairs in
place up to the termination point, ensuring the
cable geometry is secure, resulting in
dependable Cat 6 performance. It isolates and
directs the twisted pairs to their specified
contact. Insulation clamping ribs hold the wire
securely and isolate the contact area from

vibration and mechanical stress. The KM8 allows
all four pairs (or eight conductors) to be
terminated simultaneously without using the
conventional KRONE tool.
We developed this addition to our TrueNet
portfolio of products to effectively eliminate all
the problems associated with traditional
termination methods and actually make
installation easier and more efficient.
We have also introduced Cat 6 24-Port and
48-Port High Density Patch Panels. These are
designed to work seamlessly with the new KM8
Jack and KRONE TrueNet cable and patch cords,
completing the C6T TrueNet solution and
maintaining Category 6 performance and
quality.
Contact your KRONE representative for more
information about our TrueNet product
portfolio, or visit our website at
www.krone.com.au
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Yet another industry innovation from KRONE sees the new KM8 RJ45
Jack realise truly reliable Cat 6 performance.
by Glen Johnston,
Manager Marketing and
Product Development
NEW CAT 6 SOLUTION
= ERROR-FREE TRANSMISSION
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n the 31st July 2002, all current KRONE

Endorsed Installer agreements expire.
Originally the expiration date was 30th June
2002, however, due to end of finanacial year
commitments the date has been extended by
one month. Prior to this date, your local KRONE
representative will be in contact with you to
discuss the next period of endorsement, which
will be July 2002 - July 2004.
Any further enquiries should be directed to
your local state office listed on this page.
NEW ENDORSED INSTALLER AGREEMENTS
Trevor Kleinert RCDD,
National Sales
Manager, PremisNET
T
he combination of Rosemount with Penfolds
and Lindemans brought together three of the
world’s premier global wine brands, creating one
of the largest wine companies in the world with
export markets in 80 countries.
In its first year of operation, Southcorp Wines
has more than 7,500 hectares of vineyards under
production in the winemaking regions of the
Barossa and Clare Valleys in South Australia, the
Sunraysia region of Victoria and the Hunter,
Mudgee and Orange districts of New South
Wales. It delivers more than 10 million cases of
premium wines for an estimated revenue of
more than AUD$1.1 billion.
At the time of the merger, Rick Allert,

Southcorp’s Chairman, said: “Rosemount is an
excellent strategic fit with Southcorp and also
delivers significant cost savings and synergies
through the consolidation of two businesses. In
particular, we anticipate benefits from the
combination of sales and distribution, product
efficiencies, improved purchasing power and
reduced administration costs.”
To upgrade and future-proof the IT&T network
infrastructure of key winemaking, distribution
and production sites, Southcorp’s Byron Moult-
Smith, Neil Martin and Graham Whitfield are
working with KRONE PremisNET endorsed
installer, Gary Tennant, of Fibre and Data
Networks (FDN).
“We are progressively installing KRONE
PremisNET Bronze Cat 5e and KRONE fibre
solutions,” said Byron Moult-Smith, Communications
and Technology Support for Southcorp’s South
Australian and Victorian operations.
“We outsource the remote management of
our local area and wide area network
infrastructure to IBM GSA whose main data
centre is in Tullamarine, Victoria and they, in
turn, work with various Southcorp IT&T project
managers such as Neil, Graham and myself.
“I am based at Magill in South Australia which
is the network hub for the state’s Nurioopta
region and our main distribution centre at Outer
Harbour in Adelaide.”

Southcorp Wines’ new International
Distribution Centre is located at Outer Harbour.
The 30,000 square m site dovetails with the
adjacent Mackenzie Transport Centre which
handles Southcorp’s container packaging.
“As well as being integrated for the smooth
and climate-controlled transfer of wines in
containers, the communications network for the
two centres is also connected by a KRONE
PremisNET structured fibre optic system,” said
Mr Moult-Smith.
“We actually run two networks throughout
the Southcorp group – one for our information
systems such as financials and data and voice
and the other, which is site dependent, is a
SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data
Acquisition) system for line management of the
winemaking.
Southcorp Wines has 100 sites around the
world and they are connected in varying degrees
to the network. The number of people per site
ranges from one or two in a small vineyard to up
to 450 at Nurioopta in the Barossa.
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“KRONE is virtually the industry
standard for structured cabling
solutions which is important to
us because our organisation is

widespread,” said Mr Martin.
Southcorp Limited and Rosemount Estates merged to form the
world’s largest premium branded wine company, Southcorp Wines.
A VINTAGE SOLUTION FOR
by John McEwen,
KRONE sales executive,
WA/SA.
From Left to right: Gary Tennant - Installations Supervisor, Fibre and Data
Networks Neil Martin - Communications Co-ordinator (Central & Western Region)
SouthCorp John McEwen - SA Sales Executive, KRONE Australia
Taking a closer look at the KRONE Installation!