POE cameras are security cameras where the power and video images of the security camera run via the same cable. This Power Over Ethernet technique is currently the standard for professional camera systems and security installations.
How does a POE security camera work?
POE cameras work with a multi-core cable that is also used in computers and network applications. These cables are often indicated with CAT or RJ and a numbering. These cables are ideal for connecting POE cameras, because both the power supply of the camera and the video images go through the same cable.
How do you connect a POE security camera?
You can connect a POE security camera in 2 ways. The most common way to connect a POE security camera is to connect it to the POE switch of the NVR. Most NVRs up to 16 camera channels have such a built-in POE switch. When the POE security camera is connected to the POE switch of the NVR, it will immediately receive power and be recognized by the NVR. If the NVR does not have a built-in POE switch, the P{OE security cameras can be connected with a POE network switch. You connect this POE switch to the existing network and can supply power to any connected POE surveillance cameras through the POE ports.
Wireless use
When it is not possible to pull a cable from the NVR to the POE security camera, it is possible to use Powerline adapters with POE. These adapters use the existing power network for transit because the adapter that must be placed in the room of the POE security camera has a POE output, which can be used together well.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of a POE security camera
As mentioned, the POE technology is the current standard in the field of security camera systems. This is mainly due to the stability that a POE camera system has. Because the images run via a cable and not via WI-Fi or other wireless applications, a POE system is the best choice in most cases. A possible disadvantage is that when installing a POE security camera system, cables must be drawn from the recorder to the various POE security cameras. This is when this is really problematic to solve by calling in a professional in the field of camera installation or using our Powerline adapters.
Buy a POE security camera online
We have various POE security cameras for sale online in our webshop and in our physical stores. We advise you to visit one of our stores where we can advise together on the basis of any construction drawings.
