Altronix PACE2KRT Long Range Single Pair Ethernet Adapter Kit
Overview
The Altronix PACE2KRT is a long-range single pair Ethernet adapter kit designed to extend IP security camera and device connectivity over existing or new single pair UTP (unshielded twisted pair) cabling. This kit combines the PACE2KT transceiver and PACE1KR receiver, enabling integrators to deploy cameras and networked devices at extended distances while maintaining reliable Ethernet communication. The PACE2KRT solution addresses infrastructure constraints in large facilities, outdoor deployments, and retrofit installations where traditional multi-pair cabling may not be practical or cost-effective.
Key Features
- Long-Range Capability: Extends Ethernet connectivity over single pair UTP cabling, enabling camera and device deployment beyond standard network distances
- Single Pair UTP Design: Operates over standard two-wire UTP cable, reducing infrastructure requirements compared to multi-pair solutions
- Complete Transceiver/Receiver Kit: Includes both PACE2KT transmitter and PACE1KR receiver for full duplex communication
- IP Camera Ready: Supports standard IP security cameras and networked devices requiring Ethernet connectivity
- Simplified Installation: Single pair architecture minimizes cabling complexity and retrofit challenges in existing structures
- Transparent Ethernet Bridge: Passes standard Ethernet frames without protocol conversion, maintaining full compatibility with surveillance and access control systems
Integration and Compatibility
The PACE2KRT integrates seamlessly into existing IP security infrastructure. The kit functions as a transparent Ethernet extension, making it compatible with any standard IP camera, NVR, access control system, or networked device that operates over standard Ethernet. Installation requires the PACE2KT transmitter at the source location and the PACE1KR receiver at the remote endpoint, with single pair UTP cabling connecting the two units. This approach eliminates the need for intermediate power supplies or specialized network equipment at the remote location, reducing total system cost and complexity in distributed security deployments.
Package Contents
The PACE2KRT kit ships with:
- One PACE2KT Long Range Single Pair Ethernet Transceiver
- One PACE1KR Long Range Single Pair Ethernet Receiver
Typical Applications
Security integrators deploy the PACE2KRT in campus security networks, perimeter monitoring, remote facility access control, and outdoor camera installations where single pair cabling offers significant cost and installation advantages. The kit is particularly useful in retrofit scenarios where existing two-wire infrastructure (telephone, alarm, or legacy systems) can be repurposed for IP device connectivity, and in long-distance outdoor runs where multi-pair cable expense and handling becomes prohibitive.
Ted PerryPerspective based on aggregated IP Security Depot and affiliated engineering team experience.
The Altronix PACE2KRT represents a practical solution for extending Ethernet reach in security deployments where infrastructure constraints would otherwise limit camera or device placement. I've evaluated this kit during campus perimeter design phases, and the single pair approach offers genuine advantages in retrofit situations and long outdoor runs where the cost and labor of multi-pair cabling become significant project friction.
Technical Highlights:
- Single Pair UTP Operation: PACE2KRT eliminates the multi-pair cabling requirement, allowing integrators to leverage existing two-wire infrastructure or minimize new cable runs to a single twisted pair
- Transparent Ethernet Pass-Through: The kit operates as a bridge, meaning no protocol conversion or device configuration is required—standard IP cameras and networked devices connect and function identically to direct Ethernet connections
Deployment Considerations:
- Verify single pair UTP distance ratings and signal integrity requirements before committing long outdoor runs; consult installation documentation for maximum recommended cable lengths
- Position PACE2KT at the network source (switch, NVR, or primary infrastructure point) and PACE1KR at the remote device endpoint; power requirements at each end should be confirmed during planning
- In retrofit scenarios, test existing telephone or alarm wiring for continuity and impedance before substituting with PACE2KRT connectivity
For integrators managing distributed security networks or facing infrastructure limitations, the PACE2KRT eliminates the choice between expensive multi-pair cable runs and device placement compromises. Straightforward kit installation and transparent Ethernet operation make it a reliable extension tool for standard IP surveillance and access control systems.
