Passive CCTV BNC Video & Power Balun Transceiver Pair DC–8MHz
Passive CCTV BNC Video & Power Balun Transceiver Pair DC–8MHz
Passive CCTV BNC Video & Power Balun Transceiver (DC–8MHz)
Upgrade your surveillance wiring setup with this Passive CCTV BNC Video & Power Balun Transceiver. Sold as a pair, these compact baluns let you transmit both video signals and DC power over standard UTP (unshielded twisted pair) Cat5/Cat5e cable via RJ45 connectors — eliminating the need to run separate coaxial cable runs throughout your property.
Why Choose This Balun Transceiver Pair?
- Wide Frequency Range: Supports video signals from DC to 8MHz, compatible with analog CCTV cameras and DVR systems.
- Video & Power Over UTP: Route both video and DC power through the same UTP/Cat5 cable, reducing installation complexity and cost.
- Superior Signal Integrity: Outstanding interference rejection and ultra-low emissions allow video signals to co-exist in the same wire bundle as telephone, data, or low-voltage power circuits without degradation.
- Passive Design — No Power Required: Completely passive operation means no external power source is needed for the balun units themselves, simplifying your installation.
- BNC & RJ45 Connections: Standard BNC connectors on the camera/DVR side and RJ45 on the UTP side for fast, tool-free connections.
- Compact & Durable: Housed in a tough ABS plastic enclosure built to withstand everyday installation environments.
- Sold as a Pair: Includes two balun transceivers — one for the camera end and one for the DVR/recorder end.
Ideal Use Cases
Perfect for home security upgrades, office surveillance retrofits, and any installation where running new coaxial cable is impractical. These baluns are fully compatible with most analog CCTV cameras, DVRs, and video multiplexers operating within the DC–8MHz frequency range.
Technical Specifications
- Frequency Range: DC to 8MHz
- Operation: Passive (no power required)
- Video Connection: BNC (coaxial side)
- Network Connection: RJ45 (UTP/Cat5 side)
- Cable Compatibility: UTP Cat5 / Cat5e
- Housing Material: ABS Plastic
- Package Contents: 1 Pair (2 × Balun Transceivers)
- Brand: Qme
Installation & Safety
For guidance on safe installation of surveillance and low-voltage wiring, refer to the OSHA Electrical Safety guidelines to ensure your wiring work meets safety standards.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What does a passive CCTV BNC video power balun transceiver do?
A: A passive BNC video power balun transceiver converts the coaxial BNC video and DC power signals from your CCTV camera or DVR so they can be transmitted over standard UTP Cat5/Cat5e cable via RJ45 connectors. This allows you to use existing network cabling infrastructure instead of running new coaxial cable, saving time and installation costs.
Q: Does this balun require its own power supply?
A: No — this is a fully passive balun, meaning it requires no external power source to operate. It works by using the electrical properties of its built-in transformer to pass both video and DC power signals over UTP cable without any active components.
Q: What type of cable is compatible with this BNC balun transceiver pair?
A: This balun transceiver pair is compatible with standard UTP (Unshielded Twisted Pair) Cat5 or Cat5e network cable with RJ45 connectors. It supports video signal transmission across the DC to 8MHz frequency range, making it suitable for most analog CCTV systems.
Q: Can this balun pair be used with existing Cat5 cable runs?
A: Yes. One of the primary advantages of this passive balun set is the ability to repurpose existing Cat5/Cat5e cable runs in your building, eliminating the need for costly new coaxial cable installation while maintaining strong video signal integrity.