The SharpV connects to the network, using a standard CAT5e network cable (not included). Consult this list of specifications when selecting and preparing the network cable.
Network cable specifications
| Hardware | Specification |
|---|---|
| Cable rating | CAT5e or higher (special connector provided for IP67 rating) |
| Shielding | Shielded or unshielded |
| Conductor gauge | 24 AWG |
| Conductor arrangement | Straight-through EIA-568A or EIA-568B |
| Cable diameter | The RJ45 connector that is shipped with the system
accepts CAT5e cable diameters in the range 4.8 - 6.7 mm (0.19 - 0.26
in.). The bayonet shell supports cable diameters in the range 4 - 8 mm ( 0.16 - 0.31 in.). |
| Cable length | Maximum 100 m (330 ft) |
| Environmental | The network cable must be waterproof and UV-resistant, with a temperature rating appropriate for your climate. |
| PoE+ standard | Power-over-Ethernet; 802.3at Type 2 (25.5 W) NOTE:
|
Network cable power
Power is supplied to the SharpV through the network cable, using PoE+. Power the network cable, using one of the following methods:- PoE+ switch or router: Connect a network cable that has a maximum length of 100 m (330 ft) to a PoE+ (Power-over-Ethernet; 802.3at Type 2 (25.5 W)) Ethernet switch port.
- PoE+ power injector: If you are using a non-PoE switch, a PoE+ injector needs to be added between the SharpV and the switch. The total length of the network cable that runs between the SharpV and the switch must not exceed 100 m (330ft).
PoE+ (IEEE 802.3at compliant) power sources can negotiate the power delivery using these two methods:
- Hardware-based two-event classification
- Power injectors typically (but not exclusively) use this method. Installations that use this method generally do not require any additional configuration.
- Software-based LLDP classification
- PoE+ switches typically (but not exclusively) use this method.
- The switch administrator must ensure that PoE+ power is enabled in the switch configuration for the ports that are connected with a SharpV camera.
- You might also have to enable PoE+ power delivery in addition to the LLDP classification. For example, in some switches, the 25.5 W of power needs to be pre-reserved for that port.
- The LLDP classification, which might also be referred to as 802.3at TLVs, LLDP POE, data link-layer classification, or power-over-MDI, must be enabled in the switch configuration, if applicable.
- LLDP must be enabled for the SharpV to participate in data link layer classification which is mandatory for all Type 2 powered devices (>13.0 W). Specifically, Power via MDI Type, Length, Value (TLV) messages must be enabled. For more information, see IEEE 802.3 Clause 33.6.1.
Lightning protection
The SharpV includes basic lightning surge protection. PoE+ injectors, and PoE+ switches are usually equipped with basic lightning surge protection (verify hardware specifications). For installations in areas that are subject to frequent high-energy lightning surges, it is recommended to protect the network cable using one or more of the following additional protective measures:- A grounded metallic conduit.
- An external surge protector that is compatible with Gigabit Ethernet (1000BT) PoE+ systems (Power-over-Ethernet; 802.3at Type 2 (25.5 W)).
- A shielded Ethernet cable that has a grounded RJ45 connector at the PoE+ injector or PoE+ Ethernet switch.