Altronix HubSat 8D Installation Instructions

Video • Data • Power

Passive UTP Transceiver Hub
with Integral Camera Power

Installation Guide

Models Include:

HubSat8D

- Eight (8) Channel Passive UTP Transceiver Hub with Integral Camera Power

HubSat82D

- Eight (8) Channel Passive UTP Transceiver includes eight (8) HubWayAv
Video Balun/Combiners

HubSat83D

- Eight (8) Channel Passive UTP Transceiver includes eight (8) HubWayDv
Video Balun/Combiners

Rev. 112508

More than just power.

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Overview:

Altronix HubSat8D Passive UTP Transceiver Hub w/Integral Camera Power transmits UTP video, RS422/RS485 data and
power over a single CAT-5 or higher structured cable. Unit provides 8 camera channels in a wall mount enclosure. Video
transmission range is up to 750 ft. max. per channel. Units are compatible with AC and/or DC fixed or PTZ cameras when
utilizing Altronix HubWayAv, HubWayDv or HubWayDvi Video Balun/Combiners. In addition, the unit features individual­ly selectable 24VAC or 28VAC PTC protected outputs with surge suppression. Optionally, the HubSat8D can be used as an
accessory module to transmit video from up to 8 cameras over two (2) separate CAT-5 or higher structured cables back to
the HubWay, HubWayLD or HubWayLDH Passive and Active UTP Transceiver Hubs. In addition, the HubSat8D provides
power to these cameras locally to eliminate the possibility of voltage drop associated with long cable runs.

Specifications:

Agency Listings:

• UL Listed for Commercial CCTV Equipment (UL 2044).

CUL Listed - CSA Standard C22.2 No.1-04, Audio,
Video and Similar Equipment.

Input:

• 115VAC 60Hz, 2.5 amp.

• Primary in-line fuses are rated @ 3.5A/250V.

Video:

• Eight (8) channels of quality video over twisted pair

up to a distance of 750 ft. per channel.

• Eight (8) 75 ohm video outputs.

Data:

• RS422/RS485 data input.

Power:

• Individually selectable 24VAC or 28VAC power

outputs with OFF position.

Power (cont.):

• Unit provides up to 1 amp max. per channel not to
exceed a total of 8 amp maximum current.

• PTC protected outputs are rated @ 1 amp per channel.

• Surge suppression.

Visual Indicators:

• Eight (8) power LED indicators.

Enclosure Dimensions:

13.5”H x 13”W x 3.25”D

Optional Accessories:

• Video Balun/Combiners:

- HubWayAv - for use with 24VAC cameras.

- HubWayDv - for use with 12VDC cameras.

- HubWayDvi - for use with non-isolated 12VDC cameras.

Additional Models:
HubSat82D

• HubSat8D with eight (8) HubWayAv
Video Balun/Combiners for 24VAC Cameras.

HubSat83D

• HubSat8D with eight (8) HubWayDv
Video Balun/Combiners for 12VDC Cameras.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose the unit to rain or
moisture. This installation should be made by qualified service personnel and should conform to
all local codes.

Installation Instructions:

HubSat8D Passive UTP Transceiver Hub with Integral Camera Power.

1. Mount unit in desired location. Mark and predrill holes in the wall to line up with the top two keyholes in the
enclosure. Install tw
upper keyholes over the two upper screws, level and secure. Mark the position of the lower two holes. Remove the
enclosure. Drill the lower holes and install the two fasteners. Place the enclosure’s upper keyholes over the two
upper screws. Install the two lower screws and make sure to tighten all screws (Enclosure Dimensions, pg. 8).
Secure g

2. Set illuminated master power disconnect circuit breaker to the (OFF) position (Fig

3. Connect 115VAC 60Hz to the black and white flying leads of open frame transformer. Secure ground
wire (Green) to earth ground (Fig. 4, pg. 6).

4.

Select 24VAC or 28VAC power output for each of the Channels 1-4 on HubSat Circuit Board A and
HubSat Circuit Board B (Fig. 4, pg. 6) with the corresponding output voltage switches. Select OFF position when
ser

5.

Connect the BNC video outputs marked [Video 1-4] on Circuit Board A and [Video 1-4] on Circuit Board B to the
corresponding video inputs on the head end equipment (DVR) (Fig. 1a, pg. 4).

6.

Connect terminals marked [+ Data ---] on Circuit Board A and Circuit Board B (polarity must be observed) to the
RS422/RS485 output of the head end equipment (DVR) (Fig. 1f, pg. 4).
Note: The Data input terminals of Circuit Board A and Circuit Board B must be wired in parallel
for proper operation.

reen wire lead to earth ground.

vicing or installing individual cameras (Fig. 1d, pg. 4).

o upper fasteners and screws in the wall with the screw heads protruding. Place the enclosure’s

. 4a, pg. 6).

When using fixed cameras disregard this step.

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7. Plug the RJ45 connector at one end of the CAT-5 or higher structured cable into the RJ45 jack marked [PVD1]
on Circuit Board A (F

ig. 1i, pg. 4). Plug the RJ45 connector at the opposite end of the CAT-5 or higher structured

cable into the RJ45 jack of the Video Balun/Combiner to be installed at camera 1.

• For 24VAC cameras use Altronix model HubWayAv Video Balun/Combiner (F

igs. 2a, 2b, pg. 6).

• For 12VDC cameras use Altronix model HubWayDv Video Balun/Combiner (Figs. 2c, 2d, pg. 6).

•

For non-isolated 12VDC cameras use Altronix model HubWayDvi Video Balun/Combiner (Figs. 2c, 2d, pg. 6).

The total cab

le distance must not exceed 750 ft. for video transmission between the HubSat8D and each camera.

Repeat this step for all other camera channels [PVD2-4] on Circuit Board A and [PVD1-4] on Circuit Board B.

8. Set illuminated master power disconnect circuit breaker to the RESET (ON) position (Fig. 4a, pg. 6) power
LEDs (Green) of the HubSat8D will illuminate w
or HubW

ayDvi Video Balun/Combiner LEDs will illuminate indicating power is present (Fig. 2b, 2d, pg. 6).

hen AC power is present (Fig. 1e, pg. 4) and HubWayAv, HubWayDv

9. Measure the output voltage at each Video Balun/Combiner (Figs. 2b, 2d, pg. 6) before making connections to
each camera to insure proper operation and a

void possible damage.

10. Set illuminated master power disconnect circuit breaker to the (OFF) position (Fig. 4a, pg. 6).

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1. Connect power outputs of HubWayAv, HubWayDv or HubWayDvi Video Balun/Combiners to power inputs
of cameras (Figs. 2a-2d, pg. 6). Polarity must be observed.

•

HubWayAv - Terminals marked [AC POWER] (Figs. 2a, 2b, pg. 6).

•

HubWayDv/HubWayDvi - Terminals marked [– 12VDC +] (Figs. 2c, 2d, pg. 6).

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2. Connect the terminals marked [+ DATA -- ] of HubWayAv, HubWayDv or HubWayDvi Video Balun/Combiners
to data input terminals of cameras for PTZ control (Figs. 2b-2d, pg. 6). Polarity must be observed.
When using fixed cameras disregard this step.

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3. Connect the BNC connector of HubWayAv, HubWayDv or HubWayDvi Video Balun/Combiners to the
BNC video outputs of cameras (Figs. 2b-2d, pg. 6).

14. Set illuminated master pow

er disconnect circuit breaker to the RESET (ON) position (Fig. 4a, pg

. 6).

15. The power LEDs (Green) of the HubSat8D will illuminate when AC power is present (Fig. 1e, pg. 4).

Note: If any of the power LEDs are not illuminated the cause may be due to the following:
a.

AC mains fail.
b. Illuminated master power disconnect circuit breaker is tripped.
c. One or both primary in-line fuse(s) are blown.

Note: Replace fuse with same type and rating:

Primary in-line fuses are rated @ 3.5A/250V (Fig

. 4b, pg. 6).

Primary
In-line Fuse

d. An individual power output voltage switch is set to the OFF position (Fig. 1d, pg. 4).
e.

A PTC is tripped due to a short circuit or overload condition for one or more channels/power outputs.

To reset the PTC:

1. Set the voltage output selector switch for that corresponding channel to the OFF position. Switch must
remain in the OFF position for approximately 2 minutes in order for the PTC to reset (Fig

. 1d, pg. 4).

2. Eliminate the trouble condition (short circuit or overload).

3. Set the voltage output selector switch for either 24VAC or 28VAC (Fig. 1d, pg. 4).

HubSat8D for use as a Remote Accessory Module with HubWay/HubW

ayLD/HubWayLDH UTP Transceiver Hubs.

After completing steps 1-4 of Installation Instructions HubSat8D Passive UTP Transceiver Hub with Integral Camera
P

ower. proceed with the following.

1. For fixed cameras run two (2) CAT-5 cables between HubSat8D and HubWay, HubWayLD or HubWayLDH to allow
video transmission of up to eight (8) cameras. For PTZs run three (3) CAT-5 cables between HubSat8D and
HubWay, HubWayLD or HubWayLDH (Fig. 6, pg. 7).
a.

Connect one (1) of the CAT-5 cables to the RJ45 jack marked [Video 1-4] on Circuit Board A. Connect the
opposite end of this CAT-5 cable into the RJ45 jack marked [CH 1-4] of HubWay, HubWayLD or
HubWayLDH unit (Fig

. 6, pg. 7).

b. Connect the second CAT-5 cable to the RJ45 jack marked [Video 1-4] on Circuit Board B. Connect the

opposite end of this CAT-5 cable into the RJ45 jack marked [CH 5-8] of HubWay, HubWayLD or
HubWayLDH unit (Fig. 6, pg. 7).

c.

For data (PTZ) connect the third CAT-5 cable to the RJ45 jack marked [Data 1-4] on Circuit Board A. Connect
the opposite end of this CAT-5 cable into any unused RJ45 jack marked [1-16] of HubWay, HubWayLD or
HubWayLDH unit (Fig. 6, pg. 7).

Note: Data inputs of HubWay, HubWayLD or HubWa

yLDH units must be wired in parallel for proper operation.

When using fixed cameras disregard this step.

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