Nitek EtherStretch ER8500C User manual

INSTALLATION GUIDE
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8 Port IP Video Extender Over Coax
With Built-In Gigabit PoE Switch
ER8500C
The ER8500C is another component of NITEK’s cutting edge EtherStretch line. Our Ether-
stretch solution allows for the utilization of existing cable infrastructure (coax or UTP) to trans-
mit data from IP cameras and other network devices along with power (PoE & PoE+) to operate
these networked devices over the given wire media well over the 100m/328ft networking dis-
tance limitation.
The ER8500C is a rack mounted eight (8) port power sourcing receiver unit with built-in gigabit
switching capabilities. The unit requires very little installation time and absolutely no set up or
configuration. The ER8500C and associated ET1500C transmitters (up to 8) can quickly turn
ordinary RG59 coax cables into a series of high speed network communication and PoE path-
ways.
The ER8500C is completely transparent to the network thus requiring no IP and MAC
addressing. Simply connect your network devices to the transmitter LAN ports along with the
existing cables to the receiver and the system quickly begins communicating. LED indicators
show the status and data speed of network communications along with PoE power confirma-
tion.
NITEK’s EtherStretch ER8500C reliably extends network communications to overcome cable
distance limitations offering connectivity to devices in locations traditional networking does not
allow. The ER8500C is ideal for retro-fitting existing installations. The rack mounted unit is
robustly constructed of molded steel casing with appropriate built in cooling and ventilation.
Description

Be sure to read these Safety Instructions.
Keep the Instructions for future reference.
Be sure to HEED all Warnings.
Follow ALL instructions.
DO NOT use this device or any of the equipment described, near water.
Clean this device ONLY with a dry cloth.
DO NOT block any ventilation openings.
Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
DO NOT install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other apparatus
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
DO NOT defeat the safety purposes of polarized or grounding type plugs. A polarized plug has
two blades, with one blade wider than the other. A grounding plug has two blades and has a third
grounding prong. The wide blade and the grounding prong are provided for your safety. If the
provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete
outlet.
Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched especially at plugs, convenience
receptacles and other points where they exit from the device.
Only use attachments and/or accessories specified by the manufacturer.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the device has been
damaged in any way, such as the power supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled
on, or objects have fallen into the device, the device has been exposed to rain or moisture, does
not operate normally or has been dropped.
WARNING: To reduce risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or
moisture.
Installation shall be performed ONLY by qualified personnel and must conform to all local codes.
Unless the device is specifically marked as a NEMA 3, 3R, 3S, 4, 4X, 6 or 6P enclosure, it is
designed for indoor use ONLY and it must not be installed where exposed to rain or moisture.
Important Safety Instructions

Parts of the ER8500C (Front Panel) *
Installation & Setup
Installation Considerations
Wire and Cable Recommendations: The ER8500C is designed for use with up to eight (8)RG59U 75
Ohm copper based 18AWG (American Wire Gauge) coaxial cables. The quality of which must be consistent
with any reasonaibly serviceable cable condition. That is free from damage as in cuts, breaks, or cracks to
the outter covering and insulated shieldings which may compromise the signal conductivity of the cable(s).
For more specific information regarding wire types, gauges, and proper installation techniques please call
Tech Support at 1-[phone].
Ethernet & PoE: The ER8500C is designed to receive up to 100Mbps (per port) of Ethernet TCP/IP data
and transmit up to 1 Gigabit of aggregate LAN traffic. Additionally, the ER8500C provides per port sourcing
PoE to operate itself, the transmitters (ET1500Cs), and all attached network devices (up to 8) while sup-
porting 15.4W (802.3af) to 25.5W (802.3at) powering schemes at a maximum distance of 1,640ft./500m.
Before considering this solution be sure that the cable(s) involved do not exceed the recommended maxi-
mum lengths. If the cable value is undeterminent at the time of installation, we recommend the use of a 3rd
party time domian reflectometer (TDR) which through the use of short rise time pulses can measure im-
pedence characteristics, splices, and unknown cable distance estimates.

Parts of the ER8500C (Rear Panel)*

Installation & Setup
Equipment Requirements & Mounting: The process for employing the ER8500C is rather quick
and simple. A common topology involves up to eight (8) existing coax cables (up to but not
exceeding 1,640ft/500m), up to eight (8) ET1500C transmitters, up to eight (8) IP cameras or other
peripheral network devices (both universally referred to as the Power Device(s)or PDs), the rack
mounted ER8500C (which can be referred to as the NITEK Power Sourcing Equipment/PSE). The
ER8500C NITEK PSE is both 802.3af and 802.3at compliant. That is it produces 15.4 W 48VDC @
350mA of 802.3af as well as 25.5W 60VDC @ 600mA of 802.3at PoE+ power for proper attached
device operation. Additionally, all RJ45 terminations are in accordance with 568B pinout standards.
The method for facilitating Ethernet communication and PoE flow over RG59U cable starts with
connecting the ER8500C NITEK PSE to a series of up to eight (8) coax cables via the coax BNC
connectors. The coax cables interface with the PDs via the ET1500C (up to 8) transmitters. The IP
camera (s)/ PDs establish connectivity to ET1500Cs via RJ5 jacks and a CAT5e/CAT6 patch cords.
The ER8500C powers itself and all attached devices within in this network/system. The IP data from
the PDs is transmitted over each individual coax cable(s) through the ET1500C(s) to the rack
mounted ER8500C in either the IDF or MDF. The aggregate PD data is transmitted to the greater
LAN or WAN via the 1 gigabit LAN port located at the rear of the NITEK PSE. An illustration of this is
represented below in the “Installment Topology” diagram.
Upon final termination the devices will undergo initialization and auto-configuration processes (see
LED Indicator chart on pg.#7) which may take a number of seconds (time variations are
device/installation/topology parameter dependent) to complete before PoE and Ethernet
communication commences. For optimal performance referring to the PoE/distance chart (see
pg.#6) and adhering to the IP camera/PD operational specifications is recommended. If issues arise
during the installation process please see the “Trouble Shooting Tips” section (pg # 7). You may also
contact our web based live tech support at: www.nitek.net or call 1-[phone] in order to speak
with one of our engineers directly.
Installment Topology

Unit Dimensions
568B Pinout Termination
Top View
Front View
Rear View
Left Side
Right Side
17.125
17.125
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ETHERSTRETCH ER8500C COAX RECEIVER WITH POE
100 Mbps
10 Mbps
PoE
1000 Mbps
100 Mbps
10 Mbps
POWER
TROUBLE
12.00
12.57

Connectivity LED Status*
PoE Distance Chart
22.8
18.5
16.2 13.8
11.6
8.0
9.3
11.3
13. 0
15. 4
25.5
20.0
15.0
10.0
5.0
0.0 500 Meters
1,640 Feet
400 Meters
1,300 Feet
300 Meters
1,000 Feet
200 Meters
650 Feet
100 Meters
328 Feet
22.8 Watts
15.4 Watts 18.5 Watts
13.0 Watts 16.2 Watts 11.3 Watts
13.8 Watts
9.3 Watts 11.6 Watts
8.0 Watts
802.3AT
802.3AF
Available PoE Wattage At PoE Device
Watts
* Results charted were calculated using RG59U coaxial cable with a 20AWG center conductor and power sourcing equipment using IEEE 802.3AF
standard with starting voltage of 48 volts DC and IEEE 802.3AT standard with starting voltage of 54 volts DC

Troubleshooting
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE
No video/data Check camera and ER8500C/ET1500C device connections.
Check coax cable condition and BNC connectors.
Check that the camera is powered.
Check that supplied camera power meets manufacturer’s
specifications.
Check cable that cable distances do not exceed PoE
capabilities. Refer to chart on pg# 7.
Check that coax cable length does not exceed ER8500C’s
operating distances.
Check link & device status. See chart on pg# 7.
Video/data loss Check network switch terminations & link status.
Check network routing table(s).
Confer with site Network Administrator
For Tech Support Call 1-[phone]
Technical Specifications
Receiver Unit
Network Output Port 1x RJ45 Connector @ 1 Gigabit
Link Port 8x BNC Coax Jacks
Ethernet 100BASE-TX Full Duplex
Ethernet Connection [1] Auto Configuring 10 ⁄100 RJ45 port
LED Connectivity Indicators Link Status, Power, PoE Out, 10Mb or 100mb
Device Dimensions 1 RU x 12.0"D
Mounting Standard rack mounting design
Operating Temperature 0° to 37° C / 32° to 98.6° F
Humidity Up to 85% non-condensing
Power Requirements IEC380 power connector - 115 VAC @ 60HZ
Total Power Output 640 Watts
PoE Capabilities IEEE 802.3af & IEEE 802.3at compliance per port
Max Operating Distance 1,640ft/500m
Shipping Weight 10 lbs

ER8500C 8 Port IP Video Extender Over Coax
With Built-In Gigabit PoE Switch
RoHS
COMPLIANT
2002/95/EC

Product Warranty and Return Information
Return Policy
A. All returns for warranty, repair, credit or any other reason must be pre-authorized. A return mer-
chandise authorization (RMA) form must be requested from the NITEK Customer Service De-
partment. The form, which will be emailed to the customer, must be filed out completely and
emailed back to the sender at NITEK for approval. An RMA number will be assigned if the re-
quest is approved. In any event, the customer will be notified by NITEK customer service of the
outcome. All approved returns must be shipped freight prepaid, insured and properly packaged.
A copy of the approved RMA form must be enclosed in the shipping container with the goods
being returned and the RMA number must be marked in a visible area on the exterior of the
container.
B. Credit Returns must have been purchased within the last 30 days of the date of the receipt
of the equipment at NITEK. Credit returns must be current products listed on the NITEK
published price list, in effect at the time of the return and must be in new and saleable con-
dition, with all factory packaging. All Credit returns are subject to a restocking charge of up
to 40%. Additional restocking and/or refurbishing charges may be assessed upon inspec-
tion. If it is determined by NITEK that the returned equipment does not meet these condi-
tions, a credit will not be issued.
Lifetime Limited Warranty
Network Extender Products
NITEK warrants the original consumer purchaser that the Network Extender products that it sells
will be free from defects in material and workmanship. If any such product proves defective by our
inspection, after sale to the original consumer purchaser, NITEK, at its option, will either repair the
defective product without charge for parts and labor or will provide a replacement in exchange for
the defective product.
In order to obtain service under this warranty, the customer must notify NITEK of the defect and
shall be responsible for packaging and shipping the defective product to the service location des-
ignated by NITEK with shipping charges prepaid. NITEK shall pay for the return of the product to
the purchaser if the shipment is to a location within the U.S.A. The purchaser shall be responsible
for paying all shipping charges, duties and taxes if the product is returned from a location outside
the U.S.A.
This warranty shall not apply to any defect, failure or damage caused by improper use or improper
or inadequate maintenance or care, or to any product which shall have been repaired or altered
outside our plant in any way, or which has been operated in a manner exceeding its specifica-
tions, or which has had the serial number removed. NITEK shall not be obligated to furnish service
under this warranty: a) to repair damage resulting from attempts by personnel other than NITEK
representatives to repair or service the product; b) to repair damage resulting from improper use
or connection to incompatible equipment; or c) to service a product that has been modified or inte-
grated with other products when the effect of such modification or integration increases the time or
difficulty of servicing the product.
This warranty is given by NITEK with respect to the Network Extender products in lieu of any other
warranties, express or implied. NITEK disclaims any implied warranties of merchantability or fit-
ness for a particular purpose. NITEK’s responsibility to repair or replace a defective product is the
sole exclusive remedy provided to the purchaser for breach of this warranty. NITEK will not be
liable for any indirect, incidental or consequential damages irrespective of whether NITEK has ad-
vance notice of the possibility of such damages.