Overview

The ER8500C is another component of NITEK’s exciting EtherStretch solution, allowing for the re-use of existing analog coaxial cable infrastructure to connect and power IP cameras or other Ethernet devices. The ER8500C is a headend receiver that will power and communicate with up to 16 remote transmitters and their devices over coax runs. The ER8500C incorporates an integrated power supply to power each run and a built-in Ethernet switch with Gigabit LAN connectivity. The ER8500C can be controlled and monitored over a built-in web server. The ER8500C can maintain 10/100 Ethernet links over RG-59 or RG-6 coax up to 500m. The ER8500C EtherStretch network extender overcomes cable distance limitations inherent in traditional Ethernet networking.

The ER8500C is a multi-port Ethernet Switch and PoE+ supply adapted for 10/100 communication over coaxial cabling. This layer 2 switch has Gigabit LAN and SFP connections to consolidate communications. When used in conjunction with a NITEK transmitter unit (sold separately), operating distances for 100Mb communication on each coax run can reach 500m/1640 ft. Even longer distances can be reached at 10Mb. The ER8500C receiver provides 802.3at level power to devices at up to 300m and greater than 802.3af power levels up to 500m (see PoE wattage chart for specifics). The ER8500C receiver and NITEK transmitters require very little installation time and minimal configuration. LED connectivity indicators on the receiver show the status of communications and power. More detailed information and high-level control are available via the device’s web page.