{"product_id":"passive-bnc-cctv-video-balun-transceiver-hd-cvi-ahd-tvi-cat5-utp","title":"Passive BNC Video Balun Transceiver – HD CVI AHD TVI CAT5 UTP","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBNC CCTV Passive Video Balun Transceiver for HD CVI \/ AHD \/ TVI\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUpgrade your CCTV installation with the \u003cstrong\u003ePassive Video Balun Transceiver\u003c\/strong\u003e — a compact, no-power-required adapter that lets you transmit high-definition video signals up to \u003cstrong\u003e200 metres\u003c\/strong\u003e over standard CAT5\/CAT5e UTP twisted-pair cable instead of costly coaxial runs. Compatible with \u003cstrong\u003e2MP, 3MP, 4MP, and 5MP\u003c\/strong\u003e cameras running \u003cstrong\u003eHD CVI, AHD, and TVI\u003c\/strong\u003e protocols, this balun helps you reduce cable costs by 10–20% while maintaining sharp, stable picture quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePassive design\u003c\/strong\u003e — no external power supply required; plug-and-play installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWide compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e — supports HD CVI, AHD, TVI, and 4K twisted-pair signals\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong transmission range\u003c\/strong\u003e — up to 200 m over CAT5\/CAT5e UTP cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMulti-resolution support\u003c\/strong\u003e — works with 2MP, 3MP, 4MP, and 5MP HD cameras\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCost-saving cabling\u003c\/strong\u003e — replace expensive coax with affordable UTP twisted-pair wire, saving 10–20% on wiring costs\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBNC connector interface\u003c\/strong\u003e — connects directly to DVR ports and camera outputs\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRJ45 UTP output\u003c\/strong\u003e — video and power signals can be transmitted over a single CAT5 cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDurable ABS plastic housing\u003c\/strong\u003e — compact size (15–20 cm), lightweight, and built for long-term use\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Anpwoo 500C (ESCAM 500C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePassive Video Balun Transceiver (BNC to UTP)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSignal Formats:\u003c\/strong\u003e HD CVI \/ AHD \/ TVI \/ 4K Twisted\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupported Resolutions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2MP, 3MP, 4MP, 5MP\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTransmission Distance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 200 m over CAT5\/CAT5e UTP\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConnector:\u003c\/strong\u003e BNC (camera\/DVR side) + RJ45 (UTP side)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHousing Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABS Plastic\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15–20 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Required:\u003c\/strong\u003e None (passive)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCertification:\u003c\/strong\u003e None\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Use a Passive Video Balun?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoaxial cable is bulky and expensive to run across large properties or commercial buildings. A passive video balun lets you use everyday CAT5 UTP network cable — which is thinner, lighter, and cheaper — to carry high-definition CCTV signals without any signal degradation over typical installation distances. For more guidance on CCTV and security camera best practices, visit the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLearn more: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Comparison_of_video_converters\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eComparison of video converters\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: What is a passive video balun transceiver and how does it work?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: A passive video balun (also called a passive transceiver) is a small adapter that converts the BNC coaxial signal from a CCTV camera or DVR into a balanced signal that can travel over standard CAT5\/CAT5e UTP twisted-pair cable. Because it is passive, it requires no external power supply — the transformer inside handles the conversion automatically, making installation quick and straightforward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: Which camera and DVR formats is this video balun compatible with?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: This passive transceiver is compatible with \u003cstrong\u003eHD CVI, AHD, and TVI\u003c\/strong\u003e analog HD formats, as well as 4K twisted-pair systems. It supports camera resolutions of \u003cstrong\u003e2MP, 3MP, 4MP, and 5MP\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it suitable for most modern analog HD CCTV setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: How far can I run a CAT5 cable with this balun?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The Anpwoo 500C passive video balun supports transmission distances of \u003cstrong\u003eup to 200 metres (approximately 656 feet)\u003c\/strong\u003e over CAT5 or CAT5e UTP cable, which covers the vast majority of residential and small commercial CCTV installations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: Do I need to buy baluns in pairs?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes — you need one balun at the \u003cstrong\u003ecamera end\u003c\/strong\u003e and one at the \u003cstrong\u003eDVR\/recorder end\u003c\/strong\u003e to complete the signal path over UTP cable. This listing offers multiple cable length and quantity options to suit your specific installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: Will this balun save me money compared to running coaxial cable?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Absolutely. CAT5\/CAT5e UTP cable typically costs 10–20% less than equivalent coaxial cable and is easier to route through walls and conduits. 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