Overview
The Veracity HIGHWIRE Powerstar Camera Unit (VHW-HWPS-C) is a compact camera‑side Ethernet‑over‑coax (EoC) media converter that delivers 100Base‑TX data and PoE/PoE+ power to an IP camera over existing 75 Ω coax cable. Designed for fast, plug‑and‑play upgrades of legacy coax CCTV systems, it auto‑negotiates PoE/PoE+ and reports available power via SAFEVIEW™.

• Delivers data + power over existing coax — supports IEEE 802.3af/802.3at (PoE/PoE+).
• 100Base‑TX performance with up to 200 Mbps aggregate (up+down) over coax.
• Long range — up to 300 m on RG59 or 500 m on RG11 at full rate (varies with camera wattage and cable quality).
• SAFEVIEW™ display for instant confirmation of link and available power at the base unit.
• Installer friendly — BNC coax input, RJ45 camera output, status LEDs and automatic PoE detection/protection.

Use cases
Ideal for installers and system integrators migrating analogue CCTV installations to IP without re‑cabling. Suitable for single camera upgrades or phased migration strategies in commercial, retail and public‑sector sites.

Compliance & safety
Complies with CE, UKCA, RoHS and FCC listings. Follow local electrical regulations when supplying auxiliary DC power or installing the base unit. For full technical details and installation guidance, consult the manufacturer datasheet.

Installation notes

• Requires a HIGHWIRE Powerstar base unit to provide PoE over coax from the head end.
• If external PSU is used, ensure supply meets 40–57 V DC, 0.7 A max and is Class‑2 isolated as per datasheet.
• Observe operating temperature limits when delivering higher PoE power; allow ventilation if mounted in enclosed spaces.