Patton unveiled the world’s first IP Camera Extender at IIPSEC 2008. The Model 1173 works with all IP Cameras in the market. The extender is engineered to deliver premium-quality streaming of videos over copper telephone wire at up to 50 Mbps.

The Model 1173 lowers installation costs by extending streaming video up to 6000 feet/1830 meters. Simplifying IP Camera deployment the model eliminates the need of new CAT5 or co-axial cables.

"The market trend is everything over Ethernet," said Johnnie Grant, Product Manager. "Patton technology takes video-over-Ethernet faster and farther over voice-grade copper. The 1173 addresses an amazing breadth of applications."