Veracity PointSource User manual

Package contents
1 x POINTSOURCE unit
1 x Shoulder strap
1 x Universal charger (UK US EU plugs)
1 x 1.5m Red network patch cable
1 x 1.0m Blue network patch cable
1 x Operating instructions (this leaflet)
Important safety notes
➔Only the supplied charger should be connected to
POINTSOURCE.
➔Do not charge POINTSOURCE in a fully sealed enclosure.
➔Do not atte pt to service the unit or replace the battery.
Other brands of lead-acid battery are not compatible with
POINTSOURCE.
➔Take care when connecting accessories to the 12 volt
ter inals. POINTSOURCE can deliver high currents before
tripping its internal fuse.
Maintaining battery performance
For optimal battery performance and longevity POINTSOURCE
should be fully charged:
•before first use
•after long periods of storage
•before being stored for long periods
•every six months during storage
Always switch off POINTSOURCE when it is not in use even if the
unit is fully discharged.
Disconnection from the charger within 16 hours is recommended.
Overview
Veracity's POINTSOURCE is a portable rechargeable battery-
powered Power over Ethernet (PoE) injector. It is designed to be
compact and easy to handle yet able to deliver enough power to
support a full day of IP camera installation.
POINTSOURCE can be used with all PoE-powered equipment
such as IP cameras and wireless access points enabling
applications such as:
•on-site configuration
•site surveys and pre-installation trials
•customer demonstrations
•mobile and temporary installations
It complies with the universal 802.3af PoE standard and can
deliver up to 15.4 watts of PoE power while simultaneously
powering other 12 Volt accessories if required.
Network crossover between ports is integrated to allow direct
connection of a laptop PC as shown in the example below:
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY

Connections
Charging
POINTSOURCE should be charged before first use and after long
periods of storage. If stored it should be fully charged before
storage and recharged every 6 months to maintain battery
performance.
To charge the POINTSOURCE unit connect the supplied charger
to the socket on the side of the unit with the unit switched off. The
unit should sit on a horizontal surface in a ventilated area (such as
a shelf or bench in an office or workshop) during charging.
The LED on the charger will light red during charging and green
when charging is complete or if no charge is required. Charge time
is typically 4-8 hours.
The charger can be left connected once charging has completed
however disconnection within 12-16 hours is recommended for best
performance. Only the supplied charger should be used.
Operation
1. Connect your laptop or other network equipment to the DATA
port using the supplied blue patch cable
2. Connect your IP camera or other PoE device to the POE OUT
port using the supplied red patch cable
3. Switch on POINTSOURCE and allow the camera to power-up
4. Configure the camera using the laptop as normal
Note: the laptop and camera are connected in exactly the same
way as if they had been directly connected with a network
crossover cable. POINTSOURCE does not have any effect on the
network data connection.
Therefore if you are experiencing problems connecting to the
camera please consult the camera manufacturer's documentation
or contact your camera supplier for support.
You can leave POINTSOURCE switched on and “hot-plug” network
connections without damage however it is recommended to switch
off the unit when not in use even if it is fully discharged.
POINTSOURCE is designed for indoor use only. For outdoor use
suitable weather protection must be employed. If the product is
dropped or sustains physical damage discontinue use immediately
and dispose of the product safely.
LED indicators
The three green LEDs provide an indication of remaining battery
life though the level may dip under heavy load. If only one LED
lights recharging is recommended.
If none of the battery LEDs light then the battery is fully discharged
and the unit will not operate to prevent battery damage. In this
case leave POINTSOURCE switched off until it has been charged.
The red LED lights when power is being delivered to a compatible
device connected to the DATA port. It will flash if an incompatible
(non-802.3af) device has been connected or if the device has
drawn more power than it is permitted to.
Using the 1 volt output
The 12 volt output can be used for accessories such as monitors or
meters and may be used at the same time or independently of the
PoE supply.
Before connecting any equipment switch off POINTSOURCE
check the wiring polarity and ensure that the equipment can accept
power in the range 10 to 14 volts.
The current drawn should not exceed 1.5 amps. The PoE and
auxiliary outputs are both protected by a single 3 amp self-resetting
fuse however note that the auxiliary output can deliver significant
currents for short periods before the fuse trips.
Battery replacement and end-of-life
POINTSOURCE has an anticipated battery life of 3-5 years or
approximately 200-1000 charging cycles depending on discharge
depth and operating temperature.
It uses a maintenance-free Sealed Lead Acid battery that is not
replaceable by the user however a battery replacement service
may be available – contact Veracity for details. Only Veracity
specification batteries ay be used in POINTSOURCE; other
similar sized units (eg Yuasa) are not compatible.
Where the product has been purchased within the European Union
it should be disposed of at a lead-acid battery collection facility or
returned at the customer's expense to Veracity UK Ltd. A
professional service engineer may remove the battery for disposal
by unscrewing the case and detaching the battery terminals.
Technical specification
Dimensions: 190 x 120 x 90mm(7.5 x 4.7 x 3.5in)
Weight: 1.7kg (3.75lb) unpackaged
Compliance: RoHS Battery Directive compliant
CE FCC REACH exempt
IATA non-restricted (OK to transport by air)
Temperature: Operating -20 to 45°C (-4 to 113°F)
Charge 0 to 35°C (32 to 95°F)
Network : 100BASE-TX 10BASE-T
PoE: IEEE 802.3at
15.4 watts max
Auxiliary output: 10 to 13.5 volt (Typ 12 volt)
1.5 amps max
Fuse: 3A slow-blow self-resetting
Discharge life: 6 hours continuous for a 5 watt camera (typ)
Charger: Three-stage intelligent
Pow er sw itch:
OFF/CHARGE
ON
PoE status
ON = Enabled
FLASH = Error
OFF = No PoE
Battery level:
FULL
HALF
LOW
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