Altronix eBridge1PCTX Installation

Rev. 111814

Installation Guide

PLUS

eBridge1PCTX - IP and PoE/PoE+
over Coax Transceiver

Overview:

The eBridge1PCTX is a CAT5 to Coax cable Ethernet adapters that deliver data and power over
the coax cable in a PoE compliant format. The transceiver enables fast 10/100Base-T Ethernet
digital communication to be transmitted over Coax cable. An eBridge1PCRX, eBridge4PCRX,
eBridge8PCRX or eBridge16PCRX receiver sends power over the coax to the eBridge1PCT
transmitter under PoE protocol. The eBridge1PCTX in turn delivers that PoE compliant power
to a PoE enabled camera or IP device. 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 and power over the
Coax is possible up to 457m in comparison to 100m Ethernet maximum distance (see Maximum
Length of Coax Type vs. Camera Power/PoE Class, pg. 3). A maximum range from head end to
the PoE camera/device is 610m 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).

Power Consumption (under maximum load):

• eBridge1PCTX: Powered by
eBridge1PCRX,
eBridge4PCRX, eBridge8PCRX or
eBridge16PCRX receiver.

Ethernet:

• Connectivity: RJ45, auto-crossover.

• Wire type: 4-pair CAT5e or better
structured cable.

• Distance: up to 100m.

• Speed: 10/100BaseT, half/full duplex,
auto negotiation. PoE compliant to
IEEE 802.3af (15W) Delivered to
camera by eBridge1PCTX. Power provided
by eBridge Plus receiver to eBridge1PCTX
by PoE protocol.

• Throughput is rated to pass 25mbps of data
at distances up to 457m. With proper
headend equipment this supports
Megapixel, HD720, HD1080.

Coax:

• Distance: up to 457m (see Maximum Length
of Coax Type vs. Camera Power/PoE
Class, pg. 4) for power delivery of coax.

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

LED Indicators:

• Blue LED - Coax link connection.
Green LED - PoE from eBridge1PCR.

Environmental:

• Operating Temperature:

For 25W --- 40ºF to 167ºF
(--- 40ºC to 75ºC).
For 30W --- 40ºF to 120.2ºF
(--- 40ºC to 49ºC).

• Storage Temperature:

--- 40ºF to 167ºF (--- 40ºC to 75ºC).

• 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 note, pg. 2).

• Extend Network link distance in an
industrial environment over 610m
(see 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.):

2.5” x 4.375” x 1”
(63.5mm x 111.125mm x 25.4mm)

I.T.E. 43KC

eBridge1PCTX - 1 -

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

1. Secure unit to 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.

2. Connect structured cable from IP camera/device to RJ45 jack marked [10/100BaseT]
(Fig. 2, pg. 3).

3. Connect Coax from eBridge receiver (eBridge1PCRX, eBridge4PCRX, eBridge8PCRX or
eBridge16PCRX) to BNC connector marked [Coax] (Fig. 2 & 3, pg. 3).

Note: The eBridge1PCTX 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 pre-test 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/1,000mA, 24VAC/900mA

Blue: Coax Link.
Yellow (RJ45 connector): On - Link,

Indicators

Environmental Conditions

Off - No Link, Blinking - Activity.
Green (RJ45 connector): On - 100Base-TX,
Off - 10Base-T.
Green: Power.

Operating Ambient Temperature: UL60950-1
For 25W --- 40ºF to 167ºF (--- 40ºC to 75ºC).
For 30W --- 40ºF to 120.2ºF (--- 40ºC to 49ºC).
Relative humidity: 85%, +/ --- 5%
Storage Temperature: -- 40ºF to 167ºF (--- 40ºC to 75ºC).
Operating Altitude: --- 1000 to 6,561.679 ft. (--- 304.8 to 2000m).

Regulatory Compliance

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

Weights (approx.) Product: 5.1 oz. (0.144 kg), Shipping: 7.76 oz. (0.22 kg)

Fig. 1 eBridge1PCTX

Green LED

indicates

Power

CAT5e or higher cable

from IP Camera/Device

Coax Cable from

eBridge1PCRX,

eBridge4PCRX, eBridge8PCRX

or eBridge16PCRX

eBridge1PCTX - 2 -

Blue LED
indicates

Coax Connection