EPOC technology makes analogue video security systems IP ready
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EPOC technology makes analogue video security systems IP ready
18.02.2020
With eneo EPOC (Ethernet and Power Over Coax) you can quickly and economically convert analog video security systems from analog to IP, without having to replace the legacy cable sections with network cables.
Because EPOC "transforms" coax and two-wire sections into a modern communication network including power supply: As with "Power over Ethernet" (PoE), the transmission of digital data and power supply takes place via a single cable.
The transmission of the IP video data and the power supply for the camera take place via the coax path in place. At the other end it is connected to an EPOC transceiver or receiver, which converts the data back to IP and forwards the signal via a network switch to a network and the embedded NVR or PC client.
Fast and convenient migration to IP
To date, the transition from analogue to digital video security has been disruptive. Eventually, inventory cabling had to be completely replaced with network cables – an indispensable and time-consuming step which ended at the recycling point. And that was associated with additional acquisition and labour costs. With EPOC, the process now is much more eco-friendly and economical, since the existing system is not levelled but modernised. This saves time and money, and results in a lasting positive effect on the total operating costs.
EPOC cameras for non-stop outdoor
use
With IED-62M2812MCA and IEB-72M2812MCA, two coax ready eneo IP cameras with an integrated EPOC transmitter are available. Both models feature a motorised varifocal lens with P-Iris control and video analysis functions. The infrared lighting on board the IP66 classified cameras allows for use around the clock, inside buildings as well as outdoors.
EPOC allows for IP data to be transmitted up to a distance of up to 2.4 km. Power supply is possible over a distance of up to 1.2 km. Detailed information can be found in the technical documentation for the products.
Furthermore, EPOC makes sure that video security systems can grow along with their tasks. Scaling up with EPOC is both easy and cost-effective, because unlike with IP systems, no additional network hardware is required. High system reliability is ensured by the many options for cabling or switching EPOC devices.
For example, coaxial T connections can be used to connect the IP sources to a ring switch which is very fail-safe and can be expanded as required. If the coax ring is interrupted at any point, the switching behaves like a daisy chain so that the operation of all the components is still guaranteed.
Ring switching
Daisy chain
The
advantage of a „daisy chain“ or series switching lies on the one hand in its simple
structure, and on the other hand in the economical use of resources (keyword: port allocation).
A single EPOC transceiver can supply power to up to four eneo EPOC cameras in a daisy chain.
Here too, upward scaling by further IP cameras is possible. The cameras are integrated into the
series switching via one EPOC transmitter each, which is connected to an external power
source.
EPOC transmit and receive modules enable IP data transmission and power supply via coax. All EPOC transmission modules have an LED status indicator and are easy to put into operation.
The IAM-6MC1001MTA transmitter connects to the IP camera. The device has a BNC and RJ45 input and offers a maximum bandwidth of 95 Mbps.
The IAM-6MC1001MRA receiver has a BNC and RJ45 input, a maximum bandwidth of 95 Mbps, and can be powered via PoE.
The IAM-6MC1001M0A transceiver can be used as a transmitter as well as a receiver at a bandwidth of 270 Mbps, and can supply voltage to up to four IP cameras via coax. The equipment includes an overvoltage protection.
The NE-141/220VAC-56 VDC power supply is the compulsory add-on to the IAM-6MC1001M0A transceiver.
Two-wire transmission is possible with IAM-4MU1001M0A (BNC to 2-pin terminal block) transducers.
Ethernet and Power Over Coax is the elegant solution for all operators who want to modernize their existing video security systems in a resource-saving manner while using all the possibilities offered by IP technology. With a lasting positive effect on the total cost of ownership (TCO).
