07 June 2017

The ruggedised network devices are designed specifically for deployment in IP CCTV security applications where size constraints exist and where round the clock reliability for high bandwidth external cameras is needed.

According to AMG, since most outdoor cameras are located beyond standard Ethernet’s “normally restrictive” 90m range, all the new units incorporate SFP (small form-factor pluggable) slots for optical media or Ethernet, allowing data transmission up to distances of 120km.

The firm says its wide range of compatible SFPs include multimode and single mode optical fibre and extended copper Ethernet, allowing up to 500m at 100Mbps using Cat5e.

The company reckons the new semi-managed switches eliminate multicast flooding to local Ethernet connected devices.

It claims this makes them ideal for larger CCTV applications where unmanaged switches are not “sophisticated” enough to handle multicast traffic, and where fully managed switches demand an “unwelcome” overhead of individual programming, additional cost and network complexity. 

With the option of 100Mbps or 1Gbps speeds and 30W of available power per Ethernet port, AMG says that PoE and PoE+ enabled cameras or other network devices can be powered directly from its switches or media converters, eliminating the need for additional camera PSUs, power cables and installation expense.

It adds that all the models can be quickly surface mounted or simply clipped on to a DIN rail for rapid installation and servicing.