Before installing SharpV fixed hardware, make sure that you have the tools and parts required to successfully complete the installation.
- Depth-controlled cable jacket stripper
- Recommended for stripping the CAT5e and I/O cable jacket to avoid damaging the internal conductors.
- Wire stripper
- Required for stripping wire insulation.
- RJ45 crimp tool
- Use a professional quality tool to crimp the network cable's RJ45 connector.
The EZ-RJPRO® HD Crimp Tool from
Platinum Tools (P/N 100054C) is included with the AutoVu™ Installation Kit.
For more information, see About the AutoVu Installation Kit.
- CAT5e network cable
- Required for SharpV communication
and PoE++ power.
For more information, see Network cable requirements for SharpV cameras.
- RJ45 connectors
- One RJ45 connector is included with the IP67 connector assembly. The IP67
connector assembly supports standard shielded or unshielded RJ45
connectors.
For more information, see Connecting the network cable to the SharpV.
- Cable tester
- After you terminate the SharpV
camera cable, you must test your RJ45 connection.
For more information, see About the AutoVu Installation Kit.
- I/O cable (optional)
- If you are using the SharpV inputs and outputs to control external devices, you must use an adequate cable. For more information, see SharpV input and output specifications.
- 2 mm flat-tip screwdriver
- Required when tightening I/O coupling nut terminal screws
- PoE++ compliant switch, router, or injector (optional)
- If you are powering the SharpV
through the network cable, you must supply PoE++ (Power over Ethernet) 802.3bt Type 3 40 W.
For more information, see Network cable requirements for SharpV cameras.