Veracity LONGSPAN VLS-1P-B

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POWER INPUT

| The Base unit (VLS-1P-B) may be

external Veracity 57V DC power supply

(VPSU-57V-800).

| POE-in is provided by a POE network

switch or by a POE injector.

| When using the external 57V DC PSU,

it is essential to observe the correct

polarity on the green 2-pin screw

LONG RANGE ETHERNET & POE

Surge Protection

All Veracity products have been independently tested to verify their

resilience to the stringent immunity levels of international standards.

Users should note that no electronic equipment can be guaranteed

to be completely protected at levels beyond the deﬁned standard ;

therefore product warranty cannot include damage to products

which has been caused by surges exceeding those of the standards

speciﬁed, for example lightning strike activity.

It is the user’s responsibility to implement relevant surge protection

measures, as appropriate to the installation. This may include the

ﬁtting of additional surge protection devices where required.

QSG WV1.5EN

LONGSPAN is a trademark of Veracity UK Ltd

This Device Complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device

may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept

any interference received, including interference that may cause

undesired operation.

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with

the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the

FCC Rules.

These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against

harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial

environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio

frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with

the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio

communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is

likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be

required to correct the interference at his own expense.

LONGSPAN

| LONGSPAN can deliver an unrestricted

full-duplex 100Base-TX connection

over 820m of Cat6 or over 600m of

Cat5e network cable.

On Cat6 cable, 25W of POE can be

delivered at 600m or 15W at 800m.

A 10Base-T connection can be

achieved up to 1050m on Cat6.

See LONGSPAN datasheet for details.

| LONGSPAN is fully self-conﬁguring,

featuring remote diagnostic LEDs and

extended temperature rating -40ºC to 70ºC.

VLS-1P-B, VLS-1P-C

QUICK START GUIDE

LONG RANGE ETHERNET & POE

POE POWER BUDGET

| The Veracity 57V DC PSU will provide

maximum range and POE power

budget at the camera end.

| POE-in is not applicable as a power

source when higher-power POE cameras

are installed, i.e. 802.3at (POE Plus)

25 watt devices. In these cases, the

Veracity 57V DC PSU should be used.

INSTALLATION NOTES

| Standard Cat5e or Cat6 cable and

RJ45 connectors should be used.

| LONGSPAN supports both patch and

crossover cables. Patch wiring (straight

through connection) is recommended.

| LONGSPAN extended network link

set-up and conﬁguration is fully automatic.

| LONGSPAN Ethernet ports should be

connected to 100Base-TX or 10Base-T

Ethernet compatible equipment.

| LONGSPAN extended network ports

should only be connected to other

LONGSPAN extended network ports.

Devices are always used in pairs.

| VLS-1P-B supports POE-in (unless

powered externally). VLS-1P-C supports

POE out (to compatible devices).

SURGE PROTECTION

| Any LONGSPAN network design

for outdoor or external sections

must incorporate the appropriate level

of surge protection to avoid invalidation of

warranty due to electrical storm damage.

It is the responsibility of the system

installer to ensure the correct level of

surge protection.

See also surge protection statement below

and LONGSPAN Application Notes.

terminal connector. The correct polarity

is shown on the product top label.

Note that LONGSPAN will automatically

disable the POE-in function when an

external PSU is connected.

| Optionally, the Veracity 57V DC PSU

may be used to locally power LONGSPAN

at the Camera end in order to provide

maximum POE Plus power output to

the camera whatever the LONGSPAN

connection distance.

LARGER SYSTEMS

| For high channel count or high-density

applications, LONGSPAN Base units

may be rack-mounted in the VLS-1U

fascia plate to support up to 24 units

in 1U. (See LONGSPAN datasheet).

| Veracity 57V DC rackmount power

supplies are available for larger installations

with multiple base devices.

| LONGSPAN may also be used with

other twisted pair cables* as follows:

4-pair cable: 10Base-T /100Base-TX with

POE with standard Cat5e / Cat6 pin-out.

2-pair cable: 100Base-TX performance

can be achieved with POE on 2 pairs,

where pins 1 & 2 are used for data and

pins 7 & 8 are used for POE.

1-pair cable: 10Base-T/100Base-TX

performance can be achieved on 1pair,

where pins 1 & 2 are not crossed-over.

| When connecting LONGSPAN on cables

over 600m or over cables with four or

more joins (couplers, outlets, patch

panels) on-site testing is recommended.

*Stated performance will be achieved where

twists/metre and cable length permits,

otherwise LONGSPAN will default to

10Base-T performance.

| Please refer to your regional Veracity

Technical Support team for help & advice.

See Application Notes for more details on

www.veracityglobal.com

POWER OVER ETHERNET 1 2 3 SURGE PROTECTION DEVICES RECOMMENDED FOR LONG OUTDOOR NETWORKS

POE NETWORK

SWITCH

POE

POWER

UP to 25W POE

(OPTIONAL)

POWER

SUPPLY

820M ON CAT6

VLS-1P-CVLS-1P-B

CAMERA

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Summary

LONG RANGE ETHERNET & POE LONGSPAN

Power Input

Describes powering the base unit via POE-in or an external 57V DC PSU.

POE Power Budget

Details PSU power budget for maximum range and POE power at the camera.

Installation Notes

Covers cable types, connectors, automatic link setup, and device pairing.

Surge Protection

Surge Protection Requirements

Mandates appropriate surge protection for outdoor/external network designs.

Larger Systems

Rack Mounting and Power Supplies

Details rack-mounting options and rackmount PSUs for high-density installations.

Ethernet and LONGSPAN LEDs

Ethernet LEDs Function

Explains the status indications for Ethernet interface LEDs.

LONGSPAN LEDs Function

Details the status indications for LONGSPAN interface LEDs.

SAFEVIEW LEDS

SAFEVIEW Green POE Status LEDs

Indicates POE power availability in watts for connected devices.

SAFEVIEW Red Error Code LEDs

Displays diagnostic codes for POE errors, voltage issues, or connection faults.

This document describes the Veracity LONGSPAN, a device designed for extending Ethernet and Power over Ethernet (PoE) connections over long distances. The LONGSPAN system consists of two main units: a Base unit (VLS-1P-B) and a Camera unit (VLS-1P-C). These units work in pairs to facilitate extended network reach, primarily for IP cameras and other PoE-powered devices.

Function Description

The core function of LONGSPAN is to overcome the distance limitations of standard Ethernet, allowing for full-duplex 100Base-TX connections over significantly longer cable runs than typical 100 meters. It can achieve 100Base-TX over 820 meters of Cat6 cable or 600 meters of Cat5e cable. For even greater distances, a 10Base-T connection can be established up to 1050 meters on Cat6. Beyond just data, LONGSPAN also extends PoE capabilities, delivering up to 25W of PoE at 600 meters or 15W at 800 meters when using Cat6 cable.

The system is designed for simplicity, featuring fully self-configuring operation. This means that once connected, the units automatically establish and optimize the link without requiring manual setup. It also includes remote diagnostic LEDs, which provide visual feedback on the connection status and potential issues, aiding in troubleshooting, especially in remote or hard-to-reach installations. The robust design allows for an extended operating temperature range of -40°C to 70°C, making it suitable for a wide variety of outdoor and industrial environments.

Powering the LONGSPAN Base unit (VLS-1P-B) offers flexibility. It can be powered either by PoE-in from a PoE network switch or injector, or by an external Veracity 57V DC power supply (VPSU-57V-800). When an external PSU is used, it's crucial to observe the correct polarity on the 2-pin screw terminal connector. The system intelligently prioritizes external power, automatically disabling the PoE-in function when an external PSU is connected. This external power option is particularly useful at the Camera end (VLS-1P-C) to ensure maximum PoE Plus power output to the connected camera, regardless of the LONGSPAN connection distance. This is especially important for higher-power PoE cameras (802.3at / PoE Plus 25-watt devices) where PoE-in from the Base unit might not be sufficient over very long runs.

For larger installations or high-density applications, LONGSPAN Base units can be rack-mounted using the VLS-1U fascia plate, which supports up to 24 units in a 1U rack space. Veracity also offers 57V DC rackmount power supplies specifically designed for these larger installations with multiple base devices, streamlining power management for extensive deployments.

Usage Features

LONGSPAN units are designed for straightforward installation and use. Standard Cat5e or Cat6 cables with RJ45 connectors are recommended for optimal performance. The system supports both patch and crossover cables, though patch wiring (straight-through connection) is generally recommended for simplicity. The automatic link set-up and configuration eliminate the need for complex network settings, making deployment quick and efficient.

Ethernet ports on LONGSPAN units should be connected to 100Base-TX or 10Base-T Ethernet compatible equipment. It's important to note that LONGSPAN extended network ports are designed to connect only to other LONGSPAN extended network ports, as the devices always operate in pairs. The VLS-1P-B unit supports PoE-in (unless externally powered), while the VLS-1P-C unit provides PoE out to compatible devices, simplifying power delivery to the end device.

The system can also be used with other twisted pair cables, offering versatility in existing infrastructure. For 4-pair cable, it supports 10Base-T/100Base-TX with PoE using standard Cat5e/Cat6 pin-out. With 2-pair cable, 100Base-TX performance with PoE can be achieved by utilizing pins 1 & 2 for data and pins 7 & 8 for PoE. Even with 1-pair cable, 10Base-T/100Base-TX performance is possible, provided pins 1 & 2 are not crossed-over. However, for cable runs exceeding 600 meters or those with four or more joins (couplers, outlets, patch panels), on-site testing is recommended to ensure optimal performance. The stated performance with alternative cable types is achieved where twists per meter and cable length permit; otherwise, LONGSPAN will default to 10Base-T performance.

The device incorporates SAFEVIEW™ LEDs, which provide visual status and diagnostic information for both the local and remote units. These LEDs are crucial for quick troubleshooting. In normal operation, the green PoE status LEDs indicate the available PoE power in watts, displaying it in flashing or steady green after the camera-side unit powers up. A steady green LED means PoE is enabled to the camera, while a flashing green LED indicates PoE is available but not yet enabled, with no compliant device detected. If the displayed power is less than the camera's requirements, considering a Veracity 57V DC power supply is advised.

Maintenance Features

While LONGSPAN is designed for reliability and minimal maintenance, the SAFEVIEW™ LEDs serve as a primary diagnostic tool to identify and resolve potential issues quickly. These LEDs display warning and error codes, which, though rarely seen in typical installations, are invaluable for troubleshooting.

The green PoE status LEDs provide immediate feedback on the power available to the camera. If the power level is insufficient for the connected device, this is clearly indicated, prompting the user to consider an external power supply.

In the event of an error or fault, the SAFEVIEW™ red error code LEDs will flash a diagnostic code. These codes indicate specific problems:

If the PoE power draw exceeds the limit, the LEDs will flash, signaling that the power source needs to be upgraded.
If the voltage is too low, PoE will be disabled, and the LEDs will indicate this, prompting a check of the power supply's voltage and polarity.
Errors related to the camera, such as refusal or disconnection due to overload, short-circuit, signature issues, or high temperature, will also be displayed, allowing for targeted troubleshooting.
Similarly, if PoE over LONGSPAN is refused or disconnected due to similar errors, the LEDs will provide specific feedback.
If PoE over LONGSPAN is enabled but no link is established, the LEDs will indicate this, suggesting a check of cable length, wiring, and equipment.
Finally, a cable wiring error or detection of inferior equipment will be indicated by the LEDs, signaling that the connection is refused.

These detailed diagnostic codes allow users to quickly pinpoint the source of a problem without needing specialized equipment or extensive network knowledge, thereby simplifying maintenance and reducing downtime. For more complex issues or specific advice, users are encouraged to refer to their regional Veracity Technical Support team or consult the application notes available on the Veracity website.

Surge protection is a critical maintenance consideration, especially for outdoor or external installations. While Veracity products are tested for resilience to international immunity standards, no electronic equipment can be guaranteed against surges exceeding these standards, such as lightning strikes. Therefore, it is the user's responsibility to implement appropriate surge protection measures, including additional surge protection devices where required, to prevent damage and maintain warranty validity. Damage caused by surges exceeding specified standards is not covered under warranty.