NVT NV-PL-08-DEMO, NV-PL-08 Installation Guide
Install Guide
PoLRE® Switch – Model PL-08
Beyond PoE: Delivering Power over Long Reach Ethernet
The PoLRE (Power over Long Range Ethernet) family of data switches delivers Ethernet and Power over
Ethernet on a single pair of telephony grade wire (CAT3) with 4 times the reach of traditional data switches. With
the PoLRE switch customers can transform their existing voice infrastructure into an IP network with power ideal
for IP telephony deployment.
The PoLRE Switch model PL-08
PoLRE Switch Package Includes:
1. 1 x PoLRE Switch model PL-08
2. 1 x AC/DC Power Adapter
3. 1 x power cable
4. Quick Install Guide
5. 2 x PhyLink Adapters
Installation Considerations
Location Requirements
Power - The AC/DC Power Adapter must be placed within 6 feet of an available power source. Do not
use an extension cord to connect the equipment to a power outlet.
Installation procedures will be trouble‐‐‐‐free if you ensure that the following items are available
before you begin:
• The PoLRE switch model PL-08, and all cables and accessories you received in the PoLRE
package.
• All PhyLink Adapters required for connecting the IP endpoint devices.
• Standard CAT5 copper LAN cables for the uplink trunks (user‐supplied).
• Standard CAT3 unshielded single twisted pair cables, 24 AWG, for the downlink ports (user-
supplied).
PhyLink Adapter
RJ11 Port to
PoLRE Switch
RJ45 Port to
IP Device
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Hardware Topology and Installation Overview
1. Remove the PoLRE switch and all accompanying accessories.
2. Remove all legacy analog/digital phones from the RJ11 wall jacks.
Note: It is extremely important that no legacy phones be connected when you power on the PoLRE
switch.
3. Connect a PhyLink adapter to the Network jack on each IP phone and connect the other end of the
PhyLink adapter into the RJ11 cable that is connected to wall jack.
Note: Do not locally power an IP phone while using the PhyLink adapter.
4. Connect the RJ11 plugs to the RJ11 jacks on the PoLRE Switch.
5. Connect the CAT5 cable from an Uplink port to the IP PBX or network switch.
6. Connect the DC Power Adapter Plug to the DC Jack located at the back of the PoLRE LP Switch.
7. Power up the PoLRE Switch.
Note the following:
All of the above instructions provide basic installation information, necessary for the proper and safe
functioning of this equipment. Persons installing or maintaining this product must read all of the safety
instructions and the parts of system grounding which are applicable to the system being maintained.
Only trained, qualified service personnel shall install or maintain this product.
WARNING: FAILURE TO FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN IMPROPER
EQUIPMENT OPERATION AND/OR RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK.
WARNING: ANY CONNECTION TO AN OUTSIDE PLANT LEAD, AN OFF-PREMISE
APPLICATION, OR ANY OTHER EXPOSED PLANT APPLICATION MAY RESULT IN A
• Keep these instructions with the equipment.
• Do not attempt to install or service this equipment unless you are skilled in the installation and
FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, AND/OR DEFECTIVE OPERATION, AND/OR EQUIPMENT
DAMAGE.
maintenance of electronic telecommunications equipment and have successfully completed specific
training for this equipment.
Technical Support
The Phybridge Technical Support Group is available to assist you with product installation,
configuration, monitoring and troubleshooting procedures. Should you experience trouble with this
equipment or for repair or warranty information, please contact Phybridge Inc. at +1 905.901.3633 or
support@phybridge.com.
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