PLUS Installation Guide ebridge1spr - EoC Receiver ebridge4spt - 4 Port PoE/PoE+ EoC Transceiver Switch I.T.E. 43KC Rev. 072313 Overview: The ebridge4sk kit consists of an ebridge1spr and ebridge4spt which are Coax to CAT-5 Ethernet adapters/media converters that deliver data and power over coax cable. The paired set enables fast 10/100 Base-T Ethernet digital communication. ebridge4spt allows you to upgrade your existing infrastructure by replacing a single analog device with up to four (4) PoE/PoE+ devices. ebridge1spr passes data and sends power over the coax to the ebridge4spt. Data transmission and power over the Coax is possible up to 1500 ft. Maximum range from head end to the PoE camera/device is 610m (2000 ft.) taking into consideration that up to 100m (328 ft.) of structured cable may be deployed at each end. Built in IP management allows for remote camera reset, monitoring and reporting via various IP protocols. ebridge4sk enables costeffective system upgrades and eliminates the costs and labor associated with installing new network cabling. Note: Ethernet maximum distance (see Maximum Length of Coax Type vs. Camera Power/PoE Class, pg. 3). Agency Listings: UL/CUL Listed for Information Technology Equipment (UL 60950-1). CE approved. Compliant: Incorporates sloc TM (Security Link over Coax) technology. Input: ebridge1spr - 51-56VDC/100W @ max. power.* ebridge4spt - powered by ebridge1spr. Power Output: ebridge4spt: 4 ports PoE+ (30W) per port. Total output power: 95W. Ethernet: Connectivity: RJ45, auto-crossover. Wire type: 4-pair Cat-5 or better structured cable. Distance: up to 328 ft. (100m). Speed: 10/100BaseT, half/full duplex, auto negotiation. Coax: Distance: up to 1,500 ft. Connectivity: BNC, RG-59/U or similar. Throughput is rated to pass 25mbps from camera to receiver. Data distances of up to 1500 ft. can be achieved with the proper headend equipment, multiple Megapixel cameras can be used. *UL Listed Class 2 or limited power source Features: LED Indicators: Blue LED - Coax link connection. Green LED - Power (ebridge1spr only). Yellow and Green LED (RJ45) IP Link status, 10/100Base-T/active. Environmental: Operating Temperature: - 4ºF to 122ºF ( - 20ºC to +50ºC). Storage Temperature: - 22º to 158ºF ( - 30º to +70ºC) Storage. Humidity: 20 to 85%, non-condensing. Applications: Retrofit digital IP cameras in an analog CCTV installation (up to four (4) IP cameras expansion per analog camera). Works with Megapixel, HD720, HD1080 and VGA (SD) cameras (see note, pg. 2). Extend Network link distance in an industrial environment. Upgrade deployed CCTV Coax to a digital network in Retail, Hospitality, Arenas, Casinos, Airports, Schools, Hospitals, Transportation, etc. Mechanical: Dimensions (H x W x D approx.): ebridge1spr: 4.375 x 3.5 x 1 (111.125mm x 88.89mm x 25.4mm) ebridge4spt: 1.7 x 5.23 x 8.93 (43.18mm x 132.84mm x 226.82mm) Installation Instructions: Wiring methods shall be in accordance with the National Electrical Code/NFPA 70/ANSI, and with all local codes and authorities having jurisdiction. Wiring should be UL Listed and/or Recognized wire suitable for the application. ebridge1spr and ebridge4spt is not intended to be connected to outside plant leads and should be installed indoors within the protected premises. The ebridge1spr and ebridge4spt is intended for indoor use only. 1. ebridge1spr installation: a. Secure unit to desired mounting surface with a proper fastening device utilizing the unit s mounting hole. Unit should be mounted in proximity to ethernet switch/network, NVR or video server. b. Connect 56VDC UL Listed Class 2 or limited power source to terminals marked [Power --- Input +] (polarity sloc is a registered trademark of Intersil Corporation. ebridge4sk - 1 -
observed) (Fig. 1, pg. 2). Use 22AWG-16AWG wire for this connection. Caution: 56VDC will be present on coax. The other end of the coax should only be connected to the ebridge4spt. c. Connect structured cable from ethernet switch/nvr (network video server) to RJ45 jack marked [10/100 BaseT] (Fig. 1, pg. 2). d. Connect Coax cable to BNC connector marked [Coax] (Fig. 1, pg. 2). 2. ebridge4spt installation: a. Attach mounting brackets to ebridge4spt for wall mount installation (Fig. 3, pg. 7) or affix rubber pads to ebridge4spt for shelf installation (Fig. 4, pg. 7). b. Connect Coax cable from ebridge1spr to BNC connector marked [Coax] located on the back of the unit (Fig. 1, pg. 2). c. Connect structured cable from PoE/PoE+ cameras/devices to RJ45 jacks marked [1-4] (Fig. 1, pg. 2). Note: The ebridge is designed to accommodate Megapixel, HD720, HD1080 and VGA (SD) cameras. It is important to note that some high resolution and high frame rate cameras may demand faster headend processing ability, such as a PC graphics card to present a quality image. If the headend processing equipment is insufficient in speed, the image may show pixilation and latency. It is advisable to pretest system if unsure. Alternatively, frame rate and resolution may be reduced to accommodate system equipment. Parameter Connections Input power requirements Indicators Environmental Conditions Regulatory Compliance Weights (approx.) Technical Specifications: Description BNC for Coax link. RJ45 for ethernet link. ebridge1spr - 51-56VDC/100W @ max. power. ebridge4spt - powered by ebridge1spr. Blue: Coax Link. Yellow (RJ45 connector): On - Link, Off - No Link, Blinking - Activity. Green (RJ45 connector): On - 100Base-TX, Off - 10Base-T. Operating Ambient Temperature: UL60950-1 - 4ºF to 122ºF ( - 20ºC to +50ºC). Relative humidity: 85%, +/ - 5% Storage Temperature: - 22º to 158ºF ( - 30º to +70ºC) Storage Operating Altitude: - 1000 to 6,561.679 ft. ( - 304.8 to 2000m). UL/CUL Listed for Information Technology Equipment (UL 60950-1). CE approved. ebridge1spr - Product: 5.1 oz. (0.144 kg.), Shipping: 7.76 oz. (0.22 kg.) ebridge4spt - Product: 2.9 lbs. (1.32 kg), Shipping: 3.9 lbs. (1.77 kg) Fig. 1 ebridge1spr Typical Application: ebridge4spt (Front View) Ethernet Switch 56VDC Input Coax up to 1500 ft. PoE Output 10/100 Base-T CAT-5 up to 328 ft. CAT-5 up to 328 ft. CAT-5 up to 328 ft. NVR Network Video Server (Head End Equipment) PoE/PoE+ Cameras PoE/PoE+ Cameras - 2 - ebridge4sk
Maximum Length of Coax Type vs. Camera Power/PoE Class: RG59/U RG59/U RG59/U RG59/U RG6/U Camera Power/ (23AWG) (22AWG) (20AWG) (18AWG) (18AWG) PoE Class Max. Length (ft./meters) 13W/0 or 13W/3 855 /260.64m 1,100 /335.28m 1,500 +/457.20m+ 1,500 +/457.20m+ 1,500 +/457.20m+ 25W 390 /118.9m 494 /150.6m 785 /239.3m+ 1,200 /365.8m+ 1,200 /365.8m+ 60W 165 +/50.3m+ 208 +/63.4m+ 330 +/100.6m+ 525 +/160m+ 525 +/160m+ 90W 110 +/33.5m 138 +/42.1m 220 +/67.1m+ 349 +/106.4m+ 349 +/106.4m+ 120W 82 +/25m 104 +/31.7m 165 +/50.3m+ 263 +/80.2m+ 263 +/80.2m+ ebridge4spt User Interface and Programming: Note: A constant PC connection is not required for proper operation and is used as a local programming/monitoring tool only. Step 1. Set Local Area Connection of your laptop to DHCP mode. For Windows XP: a. Open Network Connections by clicking Start button, then clicking Settings, then clicking Network Connections. b. Right click the Local Area Connection. Click Properties. Administrator permission required If you are prompted for an administrator password or confirmation, type the password or provide confirmation. c. Double click Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) menu item. d. Choose the Obtain an IP address automatically option. e. Click OK. Close all windows. For Windows Vista: a. Open Network Connections by clicking the Start button Picture of the Start button, clicking Control Panel, clicking Network and Internet, clicking Network and Sharing Center, and then clicking Manage Network connections. b. Right click the Local Area Connection icon, and then click Properties. Administrator permission required If you are prompted for an administrator password or confirmation, type the password or provide confirmation. c. Click the Networking tab. Under this connection uses the following items, click either Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) or Internet Protocol Version 6 (TCP/IPv6), and then click Properties. d. To specify IPv4 IP address settings, click Obtain an IP address automatically, and then click OK. e. To specify IPv6 IP address settings, click Obtain an IPv6 address automatically, and then click OK. For Windows 7: a. Open Network Connections by clicking the Start button Picture of the Start button, clicking Control Panel, clicking Network and Internet, clicking Network and Sharing Center, and then clicking Change Adapter Settings. b. Right click the Local Area Connection icon, and then click Properties. Administrator permission required If you are prompted for an administrator password or confirmation, type the password or provide confirmation. c. Click the Networking tab. Under this connection uses the following items, click either Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) or Internet Protocol Version 6 (TCP/IPv6), and then click Properties. d. To specify IPv4 IP address settings, click Obtain an IP address automatically, and then click OK. e. To specify IPv6 IP address settings, click Obtain an IPv6 address automatically, and then click OK. Step 2. Connect a laptop or PC to the Ethernet port of your ebridge4spt unit, or connect your ebridge4spt and laptop/pc to a DHCP router if ebridge4spt is in DHCP mode. The ebridge4spt unit should be powered up at this moment. Step 3. Open a browser window (it is necessary to update your browser software to the latest version so that the pages display and function correctly). Step 4. Enter the ebridge4spt IP address (the default IP address is 192.168.168.168), or enter the ebridge4spt host name if in DHCP mode (default host name is ebridge4spt1,) into the address bar. Status page will be displayed. ebridge4sk - 3 -
Configuring ebridge4spt for network connection: Since every Network Configuration is different, please check with your Network Administrator to see if your ebridge4spt should use static IP addresses, or DHCP assigned IP addresses and/an Inbound Port assignment prior to setting up network connection. 1. Click Network Settings link. If you are prompted for an administrative password, type and submit the password. Note: Default settings have password requirements turned off. 2. Network Setup page will be displayed. You may now configure your ebridge4spt for network connection. Figure X-X is a screenshot of the NETWORK SETTING MENU. This menu is for configuring the ebridge4spt units for a network connection. Figure X-X Network Menu LAN Network Type: Static IP DHCP IP Subnet Mask Inbound Port Host Name User can set a fixed IP for network connection. DHCP server in LAN will automatically an assign IP configuration for the network connection. This field shows the ebridge4spt current IP Address. A static IP address must be set manually. If DHCP this value will be assigned automatically. This field shows the subnet mask for your network so the ebridge4spt will be recognized within the network. If DHCP is selected, this value will be assigned automatically. Port number for HTTP/WEB communication. Name of the ebridge4spt device on the LAN Additional Information: 1. If using DHCP, all settings will be detected automatically. While DHCP is a useful tool for determining the network settings, if you set up your ebridge4spt in this manner its IP address may change at different times for different reasons, particularly after a power failure. If the IP address of the ebridge4spt changes, you may have difficulties accessing your ebridge4spt locally and/or remotely. It is strongly recommended that you connect via host name when units configured as DHCP. Please do not set the DHCP address issued to the ebridge4spt by the router as its static IP address unless you take specific steps that program your router to prevent such address conflicts. 2. If using a Static IP (recommended), you will need to input the information manually. In order for DDNS to work, you must enter valid data, compatible with your network, for all of the network setting fields: IP address, Subnet Mask, Inbound Port and Host Name. 3. If you are connecting through a router, make sure that you have opened up all the required network ports in the port forwarding section of your router s setup options. That is, you have directed the router to send any incoming traffic using those IP ports to the LAN IP address of the ebridge4spt. Useful information about router port forwarding can be found at www.portforward.com. Different routers may use different terms for port forwarding function. For instance, D-Link calls it virtual server, Netopia calls it pinholes. The default port for ebridge4spt is: 80 Note: Port 80 is the default port used for web browsing. Because of this, in order to prevent the average user from hosting a web server, most ISPs BLOCK traffic using port 80 from reaching the average site. If you only plan to monitor your ebridge4spt on a LAN, you can use port 80, and don t have to concern yourself with routers. However, if you desire remote access to your ebridge4spt, you MUST select functional ports and set up the port forwarding in your router. Other ports, such as 8080 and 8000 are sometimes blocked by ISPs as well. What port(s) should be used? There are 65,535 valid IP ports to choose from. - 4 - ebridge4sk
These are broken down into three groups: Well Known Ports 0 thru 1023. Registered Ports 1024 thru 49151. Dynamic and/or Private Ports 49152 thru 65535. So, rather than encounter a port conflict by choosing a port commonly used for another purpose (like port 25 for SMTP mail or port 448 for secure sockets), choose an unusual port number. For example, add 50,000 to your house number: 50,123 is less likely to lead to a port conflict. For a list of the known and registered ports, see http://www.iana.org/assignments/port-numbers. ebridge4sk - 5 -
Fig. 2 ebridge4spt Chassis Mechanical Drawing & Dimensions (H x W x D approx.): 1.7 x 5.23 x 8.93 (43.18mm x 132.84mm x 226.82mm) Coax SLOC link LED 1.7 (43.18mm) 5.23 (132.84mm) 8.42 (213.87mm) 8.93 (226.82mm) PoE Output 10/100 Base-T - 6 - ebridge4sk
Mounting Options: Wall Mount Installation 1- Install mounting brackets (A) on the left and right side of rack chassis using four (4) flat head screws (B) (included) (Fig. 3a). 2- Place unit at desired location and secure with mounting screws (not included) (Fig. 3b). Caution: It is necessary to make sure mounting screws are securely fastened to a beam when installing the unit horizontally. Fig. 3 Fig. 3a Fig. 3b Dotted lines indicate studs behind sheetrock. B A Shelf Installation 1- Position and affix rubber pads (C) (included) at each corner on the bottom of the unit (Fig. 4). 2- Place unit in desired location. Fig. 4 Mounting Hardware (Included): A Two (2) mounting brackets Left Side B C Six (6) flat head screws for mounting brackets. Four (4) rubber pads. C Rubber Pad ebridge4sk - 7 -
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