Altronix eBridge1PCRTX IP and PoE Plus Over Coax Solution Installation Guide

June 4, 2024
Altronix

eBridge1PCRTX
IP and PoE+ Over Coax Solution
eBridge1PCRX Receiver and eBridge1PCTX Hardened Transceiver Kit
Installation Guide

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Overview:

Altronix eBridge1PCRX and eBridge1PCTX are CAT5 to Coax cable Ethernet adapters/media converters that deliver data and power over the coax cable in a PoE+ compliant format. The paired set enables fast 10/100 Base-T Ethernet digital communication to be transmitted over Coax cable. eBridge1PCRX receiver sends power over the coax to the eBridge1PCTX transmitter under PoE protocol. eBridge1PCTX, in turn, delivers that PoE+ compliant power to a PoE-enabled camera or IP device. eBridge1PCRX will not deliver power to non-compliant devices, thus avoiding accidental power turning into improperly connected analog cameras. These plug-and-play units facilitate system upgrades from analog to IP cameras/devices utilizing existing legacy Coax and eliminating the costs and labor associated with installing new network cabling. In addition, data transmission over the Coax is possible up to 500m in comparison to 100m Ethernet maximum distance (see Maximum Length of Coax Type vs. Camera Power/PoE Class, pg. 3). A maximum range from the headend to the PoE camera/device is 700m taking into consideration that up to 100m of structured cable may be deployed at each end.

Features:

Agency Listings:

  • UL/CUL Listed for Information
    Technology Equipment (UL 60950-1).

  • CE European Conformity.

  • C-Tick compliant.

Input:

  • 24VDC to 56VDC Class 2 power supply (polarity observed).
    Power Consumption (under maximum load):

  • eBridge1PCRX: 24VDC/1,500mA, 56VDC/900mA.
    eBridge1PCTX (30W): Powered by eBridge1PCRX.

Ethernet:

  • Connectivity: RJ45, auto-crossover.
  • Wire type: 4-pair CAT5 or better-structured cable.
  • Distance: up to 100m.
  • peed: 10/100 BaseT, half/full duplex, auto
    negotiation. PoE compliant to IEEE 802.3af (15W) and PoE+ compliant to IEEE 802.3at (30W) delivered to the camera by eBridge1PCTX.
    Power provided by eBridge1PCRX to eBridge1PCTX by PoE protocol.

Coax:

  • Distance: up to 500m (see Maximum Length of Coax Type vs. Camera Power/PoE Class, pg. 3) for power delivery of coax.
    • Throughput is rated to pass 25Mbps of data at distances up to 500m. With proper headend equipment, this supports Megapixel, HD720, HD1080

  • Connectivity: BNC, RG-59/U, or similar.

LED Indicators:

  • eBridge1PCRX:
    Blue LED: Coax link connection.
    Green LED: PoE ON.
    Green LED: Power ON.

  • eBridge1PCRX (RJ45):
    Yellow and Green LED: IP Link status, 10/100 Base-T/active.

LED Indicators (cont’d):

  • eBridge1PCTX:
    Blue LED: Coax link connection.
    Green LED: PoE from eBridge1PCR.

Environmental:

  • Operating Temperature:
    eBridge1PCRX:
    15W: – 20ºC to 45ºC (– 4ºF to 113ºF).
    30W for 24VDC:
    – 20ºC to 37ºC (– 4ºF to 98.6ºF).
    30W for 48VDC:
    – 20ºC to 45ºC (– 4ºF to 113ºF).
    eBridge1PCTX:
    For 15W: – 40ºC to 75ºC (– 40ºF to 167ºF).
    For 30W: – 40ºC to 49ºC (– 40ºF to 120.2ºF).

  • Storage Temperature:
    – 30ºC to 75ºC (– 22ºF to 167ºF).

  • Humidity: 20 to 85%, non-condensing.

Functions:

  • Auto detection and protection of legacy non-PoE cameras/devices.

Applications:

  • Retrofit digital IP cameras in an analog CCTV installation.
  • Works with Megapixel, HD720, HD1080, and VGA (SD) cameras (see a note, pg. 2).
  • Extend Network link distance in an industrial environment over 700m (see a note, pg. 2).
  • Upgrade deployed CCTV Coax to a digital network in Retail, Hospitality, Arenas, Casinos, Airports, Schools, Hospitals, Transportation, etc.

Mechanical:

  • Dimensions (W x L x H approx.):
    eBridge1PCRX:
    3.5” x 4.375” x 1” (88.9mm x 111.1mm x 25.4mm)
    eBridge1PCTX:
    2.5” x 4.375” x 1” (63.5mm x 111.1mm x 25.4mm)

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.
eBridge1PCTX and eBridge1PCRX are not intended to be connected to outside plant leads and should be installed indoors within the protected premises. eBridge1PCTX and eBridge1PCRX are intended for indoor use only.

  1. eBridge1PCRX installation:
    a. Secure the unit to the desired mounting surface with a proper fastening device utilizing the unit’s mounting hole (Fig. 2a, pg. 3). Unit should be mounted in proximity to an ethernet switch/network, NVR, or video server.
    b. Connect 24VDC to 56VDC Class 2 power supply to wire insert connector [Power – Input +] (polarity observed) (Fig. 1, pg. 2). Use 22AWG – 16AWG wire for this connection.
    c. Connect the structured cable from ethernet switch/NVR (network video server) to RJ45 jack marked [10/100BaseT] (Fig. 2, pg. 3).
    d. Connect Coax cable to BNC connector marked [Coax] (Fig. 2, pg. 3).

  2. eBridge1PCTX installation:
    a. Secure unit to the desired mounting surface with a proper fastening device utilizing the case’s mounting hole (Fig. 2a, pg. 3). Unit should be mounted in proximity of camera/device.
    b. Connect the structured cable from IP camera/device to RJ45 jack marked [10/100BaseT] (Fig. 2, pg. 3).
    c. Connect Coax cable to BNC connector marked [Coax] (Fig. 2, pg. 3).

Note: eBridge1PCRTX 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 pixelation and latency. It is advisable to pretest the system if unsure. Alternatively, frame rate and resolution may be reduced to accommodate system equipment.

Technical Specifications:

Parameter Description
Connections BNC for Coax link. RJ45 for ethernet link.
Input power requirements 24VDC/1,500mA, 56VDC/900mA
Indicators Blue:  Coax Link.

Yellow (RJ45 connector): On-Link, Off – No Link, Blinking – Activity.
Green (RJ45 connector): On – 100Base-TX, Off – 10Base-T.
Green:  Power.
Environmental Conditions| Operating Ambient Temperature (UL60950-1):
eBridge1PCRX:
15W: – 20ºC to 45ºC (– 4ºF to 113ºF).
30W for 24VDC: – 20ºC to 37ºC (– 4ºF to 98.6ºF).
30W for 48VDC: – 20ºC to 45ºC (– 4ºF to 113ºF).
eBridge1PCTX:
For 15W: – 40ºC to 75ºC (– 40ºF to 167ºF).
For 30W: – 40ºC to 49ºC (– 40ºF to 120.2ºF).
Storage Temperature: – 30ºC to 75ºC (– 22ºF to 167ºF).
Relative humidity: 85%, +/– 5%
Operating Altitude: – 304.8 to 2,000m.
Regulatory Compliance| UL/CUL Listed for Information Technology Equipment (UL 60950-1).
CE European Conformity. C-Tick compliant.
Weights (approx.)| Product: 0.4 lbs. (0.18 kg) | Shipping: 1 lbs. (0.45 kg).

Altronix eBridge1PCRTX IP and PoE Plus Over Coax Solution
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Single PoE Camera Connection:

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Legend:
Coax
Structured Cable

Multiple PoE Cameras Connection:

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Maximum Length of Coax Type vs. Camera Power/PoE Class:

Camera Power/PoE Class Coax Type
RG59/U – 23AWG RG59/U – 22AWG

Max. Length (meters)
13W/0| 261| 336| 500| 500| 500
4W/1| 500| 500| 500| 500| 500
6.5W/2| 500| 500| 500| 500| 500
13W/3| 261| 336| 500| 500| 500
19W| 153| 199| 316| 500| 500
25W| 119| 152| 240| 366| 366

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