Veracity Pointsource User manual

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 conguration
• 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.
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 Quick Start Guide (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 attempt 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
terminals. 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 rst 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.
PORTABLE BATTERY POWERED POE injEcTOR
QUICK START GUIDE
( Please Read Carefully )
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IP CAMERA
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CONNECTIONS
CHARGING
POINTSOURCE should be charged before rst 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 work-
shop) 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 - allow the camera to power-up.
4. Congure 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.
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 (typical 12 volt)
1.5 amps max
Fuse: 3A slow-blow, self-resetting
Discharge life: 6 hours continuous for a 5 watt camera (typical)
Charger: Three-stage intelligent
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 ash 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 12 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
signicant 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 specication batteries may 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.
See our website for more Products from Veracity including:
If POE is already available on the network, use PINPOINT, which
provides a passive connection only and needs external POE to
pass through to the IP camera.
www.veracityglobal.com
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