I understand the wattage problem.
Most of the cameras I've seen seem to run on 12v or 15v so, if PoE works at around 48v, how do we go from that to, say, 12v or am I missing something.
Suppose, for instance, I get a Dlink DGS-1008P/E switch, do I just plug in my ethernet cable to it and the other end into the ethernet port of a Dlink DCS-7513 camera (which is 12v) or do I need some additional equipment in between (I am not suggesting I will go with Dlink but it should give an idea)?
I've been using a battery stealth camera with a storage card until now - haven't got a picture of a lynx but have heard it and seen the tracks (in the snow) - but I am looking for some better and continuous video solution.
Having reread the notes on the camera, it seems it must take care of the PoE volts by itself and the 12v power is if you wish to use a wall socket and adapter, seems quite clever.
Last edited by finncapt; 8th Feb 2015 at 09:49.
Reason: Added last paragraph