
Technical Specifications
Bandwidth
Maximum Input
Insertion Loss (video)
Insertion Loss (audio)
Return Loss (video)
Return Loss (audio)
Common Mode Rejection
(video)
Common Mode Rejection
(audio)
Max. Distance
Cable – Cat5 UTP/STP
Cable – Coax
Connectors
Pin Configuration
Reverse polarity sensitive
Temperature
Enclosure
Dimensions
Weight
Regulatory
Warranty
Order Information
Video: 60 MHz, 3 dB roll off
Digital audio: 25 MHz, 1dB roll off
1.1Vp-p
.1 dB for 0.1 MHz. Gradually increasing to 2.5 dB over the
frequency range
Less than 1 dB over the frequency range
Greater than 15 dB over the frequency range
Greater than 15 dB over the frequency range
-55 dB at 0.1MHz. Gradually increasing to –20 dB at 60 MHz
-50 dB at 0.1MHz. Gradually increasing to –30 dB at 25 MHz
Digital audio only: 600 feet
480i/p video only: 1,000 feet
480i/p video with digital audio: 600 feet
720p video only: 500 feet
720p video with digital audio: 500 feet
1080i/p video only: 500 feet
1080i/p video with digital audio: 500 feet
24 gauge or lower solid copper twisted pair wire impedance: 100
ohms at 1 MHz. Maximum capacitance: 20 pf/foot.
Attenuation: 6.6 dB/1000 ft at 1 MHz
Impedance: 75 ohms at 1 MHz
Three (3) female RCA for Green (Y), Blue (Pb), and Red (Pr)
One (1) female RCA for digital audio
One (1) Shielded RJ45 for twisted pair
Red (Pr): Pins 7 & 8
Green (Y): Pins 3 & 6
Blue (Pb): Pins 1 & 2
Digital Audio: Pins 4 & 5
Operating: 0° to 55°C
Storage: -20° to 85°C
Humidity: up to 95%
ABS fire retardant plastic
4.3” x 2.5” x 1.0”
0.2 lbs.
FCC, CE
2 years
AVO-V3AD-F: single AVO-V3AD-F in bulk packaging
AVO-V3AD-PAC-F: two AVO-V3AD-F baluns in retail-ready
packaging
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Intelix AVO-V3AD-F HDTV Component Video
and Digital Audio Balun Installation Guide
Introduction
The Intelix AVO-V3AD-F component video and digital audio HDTV balun
transmits a YPbPr (RGB) signal and digital audio over inexpensive structured
pair cabling, such as Cat 5.
Used in pairs, the AVO-V3AD-F supports 480i/p, 720p and 1080i/p resolutions
for hi-definition multimedia applications.
Installation
One (1) pair of baluns is needed to
complete one component (YPbPr) or
RGB connection via Cat5 twisted
pair. To install the baluns, perform
the following steps:
1. Identify the pin configuration of
the baluns. Three (3) twisted
pairs are required for video and
one (1) twisted pair is required
for digital audio. The pin
configuration follows the
EIA/TIA 568A/B standard. The
Intelix AVO-V3AD-F balun is
reverse polarity sensitive. Please
ensure that wiring is straightthrough.
2. Connect one AVO-V3AD-F
balun to the component video
coaxial cable output of the video source using three RCA video cables.
Ensure the color codes of the AVO-V3AD-F and video equipment match.
3. Connect a second AVO-V3AD-F balun to the component video coaxial cable
input of the receiver(s) at the remote end using three RCA video cables.
4. Complete the connection between the two baluns using standard Cat 5 twisted
pair cable. Verify the Cat 5 is terminated with RJ45 connectors on both ends.
Ensure that there are no split pairs or taps.
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5. If digital audio is to be connected (optional), connect an RCA lead between
the balun and the digital audio equipment at both ends.
6. Power-on the component video equipment. Check the image quality and refer
to troubleshooting if the image quality is unsatisfactory.
Troubleshooting
Video
Symptom Probable Causes Possible Solutions
No video No continuity in video link Verify cable continuity between
No video Power off Check power supplies of video
No video Improper connection or swapped
Unusual colors Reversed polarity Check wiring and ensure
Background pattern EMI interference Identify possible radiating
Weak contrast Exceeded distance Verify cable grade. Use higher
Weak contrast Unusual link attenuation Verify cable distance using
Image not stable Defective link or equipment Verify video equipment interface
Horizontal bars moving
slowly
Snowy picture Distance is near limit Verify cable grade. Use higher
Rolling horizontal bars or
other interference
Smearing
pairs of baluns.
equipment.
pairs
Substantial crosstalk between
multiple video sources
Improper grounding
Exceeded distance Verify cable grade. Use higher
Check that baluns are connected
to correct video inputs and
outputs.
straight-through polarity.
frequency sources (i.e.; wireless
LANs, switching power
supplies). Try to isolate them
from the video connection.
Use shielded twisted pair
grounded at both ends.
grade cable if necessary.
Increase contrast on monitor.
ohmmeter or cable tester.
integrity.
Consecutively turn off other
video sources to determine
which video source is the cause
of interference.
grade cable if necessary. Reduce
color intensity at monitor.
Confirm that either the send or
destination side is grounded. If
the source device, cable run, and
output device are all floating,
ground the chassis of the source
or output device.
grade cable if necessary.
Digital Audio
Symptom Probable Causes Possible Solutions
No audio Distance exceeded Verify cable length between the two
No audio Split pair Check if the UTP pairs are split and
No audio Power-off. Check power supplies of digital audio
Missing channels Cabling problem between
the decoder/amp and the
audio speakers.
Noise, static EMI interference. Check that wiring is not too close to
Noise, static Distance exceeded or
unusual cable attenuation
baluns.
correct. Each signal pair must be
twisted.
equipment.
Check audio speaker cabling. Verify
Content is multi-channel and decoder is
working when attached straight through.
transformers and ballasts.
Check cable distance and cable grade.
AVO-V3AD-F System Diagram
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