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WPS-550-DOM-IP Installation Manual
6. Camera Connections
Wirepath™ Surveillance IP Cameras can be powered by Power over Ethernet (PoE) through the Cat5e/Cat6 Ethernet connection.
This method is recommended because it limits the amount of wiring required, reducing installation cost and time. The camera must
be connected to a compatible PoE-equipped router/switch or a PoE injector for this method to work.
2. 12V DC Power In
(Black)
1. Ethernet
1.
Ethernet Connection (RJ45) —
Connect to network switch for communication to and from the camera. If the network port
supports PoE standard IEEE 802.3af then power can be provided on the Cat5e/6 connection.
2.
12V DC Power In —
No power supply is needed if PoE is being used to power the camera via the Ethernet connection.
Connect to a 12V DC power supply if PoE is not being used. A power supply is not included with the camera.
Warning!
Use only a 12V DC power supply with this camera. Higher voltages or AC current will cause permanent damage
that is not covered by the warranty.
6.1.
Network Cable Recommendation (PoE and non-PoE)
•
Cable Type:
Cat5e/6
•
Max Length:
100 meters (328 feet)
•
Termination:
568B recommended
6.2. Choosing the Right Network Equipment
Streaming content from IP Cameras requires more bandwidth than most IP devices. We recommend using 1Gbps routers and
switches to maintain a high quality streaming image. To reduce traffic on the overall network, we also recommend that all IP
Surveillance devices be connected to a dedicated 1Gbps switch or VLAN.
6.3. PoE Requirements- IEEE 802.3af
Cameras must be connected to a PoE injector (inline PoE power supply) or a PoE-equipped port of a network router or switch built
to IEEE 802.3af standards. Consider installing a dedicated PoE switch specifically for IP cameras on the network to avoid issues
relating to power shortage.
• Minimum requirement for PoE ports:
•
Voltage:
44V DC
•
Wattage:
15.4W
•
Amperage:
350mA
Pin 1 White/Orange
Pin 5 White/Blue
Pin 2 Orange
Pin 6 Green
Pin 3 White/Green
Pin 7 White/Brown
Pin 4 Blue
Pin 8 Brown
TIA/EIA Standard 568-B (
Gold Pins Facing Up
)
