PoLRE LPC Switch with 2 Adapters

The NVT PoLRE LPC Switch with 2 Adapters 1120103 provides a practical way to upgrade analogue door communication systems to IP while reusing suitable existing cabling. Supplied with two PhyLink adapters, it allows installers to connect compatible IP devices without replacing the building’s established single-pair wiring. This helps reduce installation costs and disruption to residents during refurbishment projects.

The eight-port unmanaged switch carries Ethernet data and power over single-pair UTP cable. When used with PhyLink adapters, it supports cable runs of up to 365 metres and delivers 10Mbps full-duplex connectivity. This extended reach gives installers more flexibility when connecting devices located beyond the usual distance supported by standard Ethernet cabling.

Installation follows a straightforward arrangement: the existing cable connects to the PoLRE switch and a PhyLink adapter provides the Ethernet connection at the device end. The switch connects to the building’s IP network through its Ethernet uplink interfaces. Its plug-and-play design simplifies deployment without requiring managed-switch configuration.

Typical applications include upgrading door entry systems in apartment buildings and other occupied properties where installing new network cable would be disruptive or costly. The solution is particularly useful when an existing analogue installation offers suitable cable routes that can be retained for the new IP system.

The compact enclosure measures 178mm wide by 120mm deep by 45mm high and supports standalone installation or rack mounting using the appropriate mounting accessory. Before installation, check the existing cable type and condition alongside the connected device’s bandwidth and power requirements. Compatible endpoint devices must meet the specified IEEE 802.3af requirements, with a suitable PhyLink adapter used for each connection.