AXIS T8061 Ethernet Surge Protector Installation Guide

Legal Considerations

Video and audio surveillance can be regulated by laws that vary from country to country. Check the laws in your local region before using this product for surveillance purposes.

Liability

Every care has been taken in the preparation of this document. Please inform your local Axis office of any inaccuracies or omissions. Axis Communications AB cannot be held responsible for any technical or typographical errors and reserves the right to make changes to the product and manuals without prior notice. Axis Communications AB makes no warranty of any kind with regard to the material contained within this document, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. Axis Communications AB shall not be liable nor responsible for incidental or consequential damages in connection with the furnishing, performance or use of this material. This product is only to be used for its intended purpose.

Intellectual Property Rights

Axis AB has intellectual property rights relating to technology embodied in the product described in this document. In particular, and without limitation, these intellectual property rights may include one or more of the patents listed at axis.com/patent and one or more additional patents or pending patent applications in the US and other countries.

Equipment Modifications

This equipment must be installed and used in strict accordance with the instructions given in the user documentation. This equipment contains no user-serviceable components. Unauthorized equipment changes or modifications will invalidate all applicable regulatory certifications and approvals.

Trademark Acknowledgements

AXIS COMMUNICATIONS, AXIS, ARTPEC and VAPIX are registered trademarks of Axis AB in various jurisdictions. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

Regulatory Information

Europe

This product complies with the applicable CE marking directives and harmonized standards:

• Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Directive 2011/65/EU and 2015/863, including any amendments, updates or replacements. See Disposal and recycling on page 2.

A copy of the original declaration of conformity may be obtained from Axis Communications AB. See Contact information on page 2.

Safety

This product complies with UL 497B, Protectors for Data Communications and Fire-Alarm Circuits.

Disposal and Recycling

When this product has reached the end of its useful life, dispose of it according to local laws and regulations. For information about your nearest designated collection point, contact your local authority responsible for waste disposal. In accordance with local legislation, penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste.

Europe

This symbol [recycling symbol ♻️] means that the product shall not be disposed of together with household or commercial waste. Directive 2012/19/EU on waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) is applicable in the European Union member states. To prevent potential harm to human health and the environment, the product must be disposed of in an approved and environmentally safe recycling process. For information about your nearest designated collection point, contact your local authority responsible for waste disposal. Businesses should contact the product supplier for information about how to dispose of this product correctly.

This product complies with the requirements of Directive 2011/65/EU and 2015/863 on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS).

Contact Information and Support

Contact Information

Axis Communications AB
Gränden 1
223 69 Lund
Sweden

Tel: +46 46 272 18 00
Fax: +46 46 13 61 30

axis.com

Support

Should you require any technical assistance, please contact your Axis reseller. If your questions cannot be answered immediately, your reseller will forward your queries through the appropriate channels to ensure a rapid response. If you are connected to the Internet, you can:

• Find answers to resolved problems in the FAQ database, search by product, category, or phrase.
• Report problems to Axis support staff by logging in to your private support area.
• Chat with Axis support staff.
• Visit Axis Support at axis.com/support.

Learn More!

Visit Axis learning center axis.com/academy for useful trainings, webinars, tutorials and guides.

Safety Information

Hazard Levels

DANGER: Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING: Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION: Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.

NOTICE: Indicates a situation which, if not avoided, could result in damage to property.

Other Message Levels

Important: Indicates significant information which is essential for the product to function correctly.

Note: Indicates useful information which helps in getting the most out of the product.

Safety Instructions

NOTICE

• The Axis product shall be used in compliance with local laws and regulations.
• Store the Axis product in a dry and ventilated environment.
• Use only applicable tools when installing the Axis product. Using excessive force with power tools could cause damage to the product.
• Do not use chemicals, caustic agents, or aerosol cleaners.
• Use a clean cloth dampened with pure water for cleaning.
• Use only accessories that comply with the technical specification of your product. These can be provided by Axis or a third party. Axis recommends using Axis power source equipment compatible with your product.
• Use only spare parts provided by or recommended by Axis.
• Do not attempt to repair the product yourself. Contact Axis support or your Axis reseller for service matters.

Transportation

NOTICE

• When transporting the Axis product, use the original packaging or equivalent to prevent damage to the product.

Product Overview

Image of the AXIS T8061 Ethernet Surge Protector, quantity 1.

Installation Diagrams

General Installation Context

Diagram illustrating the installation context. A camera is mounted on a building exterior. An Ethernet cable runs from the camera, with an AXIS T8061 Ethernet Surge Protector installed in-line. The cable then connects to a network switch. A second AXIS T8061 Ethernet Surge Protector is shown in-line on the cable. Weather symbols [sun and rain ☀️?️] indicate outdoor installation. Ground symbols [ground ⏚] are shown, indicating the need for grounding.

Step 1.1: Preparation and Disposal

Diagram showing the initial steps of preparing the AXIS T8061 Ethernet Surge Protector for installation. Components are shown being detached, with arrows [arrow ➡️] indicating placement into recycling bins [recycling symbol ♻️].

Step 1.2: Cable and Connector Specifications

Diagrams illustrating cable preparation and connection for the AXIS T8061 Ethernet Surge Protector. Section 1.2 shows the maximum cable diameter (14 mm / 9/16 in) and maximum connector size (32.8 mm / 1 5/16 in) with a warning symbol [warning ⚠️].

Step 1.3: Connector Fitting

Diagram showing detailed views of connector fitting for the AXIS T8061 Ethernet Surge Protector.

Step 1.4: Mounting Options

Diagrams illustrating mounting options for the AXIS T8061 Ethernet Surge Protector. The left diagram shows mounting to a surface using screws. The right diagram shows mounting to a pole using a cable tie. A split-path symbol [split path Y] indicates connection options.

Step 1.5: Grounding Connection

Diagram illustrating the grounding connection for the AXIS T8061 Ethernet Surge Protector. A ground symbol [ground ⏚] is shown, indicating where to connect the grounding wire.

Document Metadata

Version: M2.3

Date: March 2021

Part No.: 1601091