{"product_id":"escam-passive-video-balun-bnc-utp-cat5-hd-cvi-tvi-ahd-720p-1080p","title":"ESCAM Passive Video Balun BNC to UTP Cat5 – HD CVI TVI AHD 720P\/1080P","description":"\u003ch2\u003eESCAM HD Passive Video Balun – BNC to UTP Cat5\/5e\/6 (Model ES-BW01)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUpgrade your CCTV surveillance system with the \u003cstrong\u003eESCAM ES-BW01 Passive Video Balun\u003c\/strong\u003e. This compact, no-power-required transceiver converts BNC coaxial signals to UTP Cat5\/5e\/6 twisted-pair cable, letting you extend HD video signals from your CVI, TVI, AHD, or analog cameras over long distances — without costly coax runs. With built-in surge protection, lightning resistance, and outstanding interference rejection, it's the dependable backbone your security setup deserves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBroad Camera Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Works with all HD-TVI, HD-CVI, AHD, and standard analog cameras (720P \u0026amp; 1080P)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtended Transmission Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eColor video up to \u003cstrong\u003e450m\u003c\/strong\u003e for 720P CVI cameras\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eColor video up to \u003cstrong\u003e250m\u003c\/strong\u003e for 1080P HD-CVI cameras\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eColor video up to \u003cstrong\u003e250m\u003c\/strong\u003e for 720P \u0026amp; 1080P HD-TVI cameras\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eColor video up to \u003cstrong\u003e320m\u003c\/strong\u003e for 720P AHD cameras\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePush-Pin Terminal Connection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Quick, tool-free UTP cable termination for fast installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt-in TVS (Transient Voltage Suppressor):\u003c\/strong\u003e Guards against power surges and voltage spikes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrade III Lightning Protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Anti-static wave filter design for reliable operation in challenging environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e60dB Crosstalk \u0026amp; Noise Immunity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Exceptional interference rejection for clean, clear video signal\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePassive Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e No external power supply required — plug in and go\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e ES-BW01 | \u003cstrong\u003eCable Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e UTP Cat5\/5e\/6\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eESCAM ES-BW01 Passive Video Balun Transceiver (BNC to UTP)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose This Video Balun?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRunning long cable distances in a CCTV installation can be both expensive and complex with traditional coaxial cable. This passive video balun lets you leverage affordable, flexible Cat5\/5e\/6 UTP cable — the same wiring used in most structured network installations — to carry high-definition video signals reliably. The result is a cleaner installation, lower materials cost, and a system built to last.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor more guidance on setting up security camera systems and best practices, visit the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) for safety standards related to electronic installations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: What types of cameras is the ESCAM ES-BW01 Passive Video Balun compatible with?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The ESCAM ES-BW01 is compatible with all digital HD-TVI, HD-CVI, AHD, and standard analog cameras at both 720P and 1080P resolutions. It converts the BNC coaxial connection on your camera to a UTP Cat5, Cat5e, or Cat6 twisted-pair cable, enabling long-distance video transmission without signal degradation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: Do I need a power source to use this video balun?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: No — this is a fully passive device, meaning it requires no external power supply. Simply connect your BNC camera cable on one end and your UTP Cat5\/5e\/6 cable on the other using the push-pin terminals, and it's ready to transmit your HD video signal right away.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: How far can this video balun transmit an HD signal over Cat5\/5e\/6 cable?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Transmission distance depends on camera resolution and format: up to 450m for 720P CVI, up to 320m for 720P AHD, and up to 250m for both 720P\/1080P HD-TVI and 1080P HD-CVI cameras. 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