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Vi2401A Ethernet Extender over Coax Installation Manual
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IP Camera-end Installation
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The MaxiiCopper Model Vi2401A is a revolutionary data transmission
device that extends full-duplex High-Speed Ethernet over existing coax
infrastructures. It extends 10BaseT signals up to 5,000 ft (1,524m) and
100BaseT up to 1,800 ft (548m). With Pass Through PoE (PTP™), it
extends up to 30W PoE power. It employs
MaxiiCopper
™
innovative and
unique Ethernet extension technology that is designed to take full advan-
tage of high-bandwidth networking cables and maintain a full-duplex 10 or
100Mb/s Ethernet connection up to the maximum range with minimum
transmission error and latency.
Vi2401A can connect multiple remote network devices such as Mega-pixel
IP cameras or VoIP to a central LAN switching fabric with ease. Its
dual-rate capability feature provides an easy way to balance the best
possible network throughput and long-reach distance design.
The Vi2401A is a transceiver device and needs to be deployed on both
ends of the coaxial cable. The data rate between the remote and central
locations is automatically set based on the distance. It is equipped with
LEDs to provide link status and configured data rate. No IP setting or
configurations are required and it is completely transparent to the corporate
IP network and higher layer protocols. The Coax cable needs to be point to
point without any branches. Multiple segments can be joined together using
Ethernet Extenders
Important Safety Warning
- Set the Master/Slave dip switch to “Master” mode.
- Set the Remote/Local switch to Remote
- Connect the IP camera RJ45 connector to the 10/100BaseT Ethernet port
of Vi2401A using a standard Cat5/6 cable of maximum 100 m in length.
- Connect one end of the long coax cable to the BNC connector of
Vi2401A.
The link LED on the 10/100 connector should be “ON” to indicate proper
connection between the camera and Vi2401A.
Ethernet Switch/NVR-end Installation
- Set the Master/Slave dip switch to “Slave” mode.
- Set the Remote/Local switch to Local.
- Connect the RJ45 connector of the Ethernet switch to the 10/100BaseT
Ethernet port of Vi2401A using a standard Cat5/6 cable of maximum 100 m
in length.
- Connect one end of the long coax cable to the BNC connector of Vi2401.
The link LED on the 10/100 Ethernet connector should be “ON” to indicate
proper connection between the switch and Vi2401A. Also the Traffic LED
on the Coax side should be on and flashing to indicate proper connection.
While the Link LED, Orange for 100BaseT and Green for 10BaseT, in a
steady state will indicate confirmed connection between extenders.
IP Camera
Up to 5,000 ft.
(1,515 m) Coax
Cat-5
Cat-5
Data
NVR
Network Switch
Vi2401A
Vi2401A
- Read these instructions.
- Keep these instructions.
- Heed all warnings.
- Follow all instructions.
- Do not use this apparatus near water.
- Clean only with a dry cloth.
- Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
- This installation should be made by a qualified service person and should
conform to all local codes.
- DO NOT bundle UTP or Coax signals in the same conduit as high-voltage
wiring.
- To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, do not expose these products
to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing.
- No objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on Vigitron
equipment.
- DO NOT install the unit in a place where the operating ambient tempera
ture exceeds 75° C.
- Make sure that the external power supply output voltage is in the recom
mended range.
- Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves or other apparatus (including DVRs) that produce heat.
- Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at
plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the
apparatus.
- Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
- Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long
periods of time.
- Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required
when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as a power
supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled, or objects have
fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or
moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
- The mains plug is used as the disconnect device and shall remain readily
operable.
WARNING! - To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose
this apparatus to rain or moisture. This apparatus shall not be exposed to
dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases shall
be placed on the apparatus.
WARNING! - This apparatus is a Class I product. This product must
be connected to a mains socket outlet thru an AC to DC Power supply.
WARNING! - The mains plug is used as the disconnect device and
shall remain readily operable.
