Product Description
A video balun lets you run CCTV video over ordinary network cable (Cat5e or Cat6) instead of coax — useful if structured cabling is already in the walls or coax isn't practical for a run.
This one is passive, meaning it needs no power of its own; it simply converts the signal between formats at each end of the cable. It works with HD-CVI, HD-TVI, AHD, and standard analogue CCTV signals, so it suits mixed-format sites without needing a different balun for each camera type — just check your camera and DVR both use one of these formats.
How it connects
- BNC connector — plugs straight into the camera or DVR's video input, no adapter needed
- Screw terminal — the UTP cable's pair connects here; tighten the screws onto the bare wires, no soldering required
The screw terminal makes it a practical choice for a first fix or a retrofit, where getting a soldering iron on site isn't convenient. You'll need one balun at the camera end and one at the DVR end to complete a run.
Before you buy
Confirm your camera and recorder support the same video format (HD-CVI, HD-TVI, AHD or analogue) — the balun itself doesn't convert between formats, only the transmission medium. Also check you have a spare Cat5e or Cat6 run available, since this isn't a wireless solution.
Specifications
- Product Type
- CCTV Video Balun
- Model / SKU
- BALUN-SCREW-BLACK-8MP
- Maximum Resolution
- 8MP (as indicated by model name)
- Terminal Type
- Screw terminals
- Colour
- Black
- Application
- Analogue CCTV video transmission over twisted-pair cable
- Compatibility
- Confirm supported video formats with supplier
- Transmission Distance
- Depends on cable quality, resolution and video format
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this balun need a power supply?
No — it's a passive design, so it needs no external power to convert the signal.
Can I use this with my existing HD-TVI camera and DVR?
Yes, as long as both the camera and DVR support HD-CVI, HD-TVI, AHD, or analogue formats, since this balun works with all of these.
Do I need to solder the cable connection?
No — it uses a screw terminal, so you connect the bare UTP wires by tightening the screws rather than soldering.
What cable does this work with?
It's designed for Cat5e or Cat6 UTP network cable, transmitting the video signal in place of coax.
