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No external power required: just plug in and go.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e8-Channel Capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Handle up to 8 independent HD video channels in a single compact unit (200 mm × 80 mm × 25 mm).\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTriple HD Format Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fully compatible with AHD, CVI, and TVI cameras at 720P, 1080P, and up to 4K\/8MP resolution.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePassive Design — Zero External Power Needed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Simple plug-and-play installation with no power supply required at the balun itself.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBNC to Cat5\/6 Conversion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Transmit HD video signals over standard Cat5\/6 UTP cable — dramatically reducing installation costs and cable clutter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e50 Ohm BNC Connectors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Industry-standard connectors ensure reliable, interference-resistant signal transmission.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBroad DVR Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Works seamlessly with most 720P and 1080P DVR systems on the market.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact \u0026amp; Durable Build:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slim form factor fits neatly into any equipment rack, wall box, or enclosure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8-Channel Passive Video Balun Transceiver\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupported Formats:\u003c\/strong\u003e AHD \/ CVI \/ TVI — 720P, 1080P, up to 4K (8MP)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConnector Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e BNC (50 Ohm) to RJ45 \/ UTP Cat5\/6\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChannels:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Requirement:\u003c\/strong\u003e None (passive)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 200 mm × 80 mm × 25 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCable Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cat5 \/ Cat5e \/ Cat6 UTP\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCertification:\u003c\/strong\u003e None specified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 × 8-Channel Passive Video Balun Transceiver Unit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho Is This For?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a security installer, IT professional, or a homeowner building out a surveillance system, this passive balun transceiver makes it easy to extend HD video over existing network cable infrastructure — saving time, money, and cable management headaches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor guidance on best practices for surveillance system installation, refer to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) for general electronics safety information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: What is an 8-channel passive video balun transceiver and how does it work?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: A passive video balun transceiver converts the BNC coaxial video signal from your CCTV cameras into a balanced signal that can travel over standard Cat5\/6 UTP (twisted-pair) network cable. This 8-channel unit handles up to 8 separate HD video feeds simultaneously — no external power needed. At the DVR end, a matching balun converts the signal back to BNC for recording. It supports AHD, CVI, and TVI formats at 720P, 1080P, and up to 4K\/8MP.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: Does this balun transceiver require a power supply?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: No — this is a fully passive device, meaning it requires zero external power. The signal conversion is handled entirely by the passive balun technology inside the unit, making installation quick and straightforward with no additional wiring needed for power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: What cable types are compatible with this 8-channel video balun?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: This transceiver is compatible with standard Cat5, Cat5e, and Cat6 UTP (unshielded twisted-pair) network cable. 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