Veracity HIGHWIRE PowerStar Camera Unit – Ethernet and PoE over Coax for IP Cameras

The Veracity HIGHWIRE PowerStar Camera Unit (Part Number: VHW-HWPS-C) offers a reliable and efficient solution for installing IP cameras over existing coaxial cables. Designed to support full-rate Ethernet transmission and Power over Coax (PoE), this innovative device simplifies camera deployment by eliminating the need for new wiring, reducing both disruption and installation costs. Its compatibility with the Veracity HIGHWIRE PowerStar Base Unit ensures seamless integration into your existing system, enabling quick setup and dependable performance for security applications.

Featuring a rack-mountable form factor, the PowerStar Camera Unit is engineered for professional installations. It supports delivering up to 25 watts of PoE power, allowing your IP cameras to operate without local power supplies, simplifying power management and reducing clutter. The device's ultra low-power design supports even lower-grade coaxial cables such as RG-59, ensuring compatibility with legacy installations and providing confidence in the cable's capacity to deliver continuous, reliable power. The SafeView display feature offers instant visual confirmation of network and power status, streamlining troubleshooting and ensuring optimal operation without accessing remote equipment. Additionally, the device's compatibility guarantees safe detection of PoE equipment, preventing damage to non-PoE or legacy analog devices.

Installation is straightforward—simply connect the device, and it automatically supports the transmission of Ethernet and PoE signals over existing coaxial cables. When additional power is required, an optional power supply can be connected to boost performance. The secure screw-terminal DC connections and UPS-backed PoE sources further enhance reliability, ensuring your IP cameras receive consistent power and network connectivity at all times. Compliant with RoHS environmental standards, the PowerStar Camera Unit emphasizes environmentally responsible design, making it suitable for a wide range of professional security setups. Whether upgrading legacy systems or deploying new IP cameras, the Veracity HIGHWIRE PowerStar Camera Unit provides a dependable, easy-to-install solution for modern surveillance needs.

Features:

• Supports full-rate Ethernet over coaxial cable for reliable IP camera connectivity

• Delivers up to 25 watts of Power over Coax (PoE) power to IP cameras

• Rack-mountable design for professional installation environments

• Ultra low-power consumption supports legacy RG-59 coaxial cables

• Easy installation with automatic configuration and no measurement required

• SafeView display provides instant confirmation of network and power status

• Compatible with Veracity HIGHWIRE PowerStar Base Unit for seamless integration

• Secure screw-terminal DC connections and UPS compatibility for continuous power

• Environmental compliance with RoHS standards, environmentally friendly design

• Supports safe detection of PoE and legacy analog equipment to prevent damage