Intelix AVO-V3AD-WP User Manual

Specifications

Specifications subject to change without notice.

Maximum Distance* Digital audio only: 600 feet

Maximum Video Input 1.1 Vp-p

Bandwidth Video: 60 MHz, 3 dB roll off

Video Insertion Loss 0.1 dB for 0.1 MHz; gradually increasing to 2.5 dB over the

Audio Insertion Loss Less than 1 dB over the frequency range

Return Loss Greater than 15 dB over the frequency range

Video Common Mode Rejection -55 dB at 0.1 MHz; gradually increasing to -20 dB at 60 MHz

Audio Common Mode Rejection -50 dB at 0.1 MHz; gradually increasing to -30 dB at 25 MHz

Unshielded Twisted Pair Maximum capacitance: 20 pf/foot
Cabling Specifications Impedance: 100 ohms @ 1 MHz
(24 gauge or lower solid Attenuation: 6.6 dB/1000 ft. @ 1 MHz
copper) Cat 5, Cat 5e, Cat 6, Cat 7 compatible

Connectors Three (3) female RCA and one (1) gold-plated female coax to one

RJ45 Pinout Red (Pr): 7 & 8, pair 4

Temperature Operating: 32 to 131 F (0 to 55 C)

Enclosure Front: standard decora wallplate

Dimensions 4.0” x 1.4” x 1.7”

Weight 0.2 lbs (3.2 oz.)

Ordering Information AVO-V3AD-WP: single AVO-V3AD-WP balun in bulk packaging

Warranty 2 years

* Distances and picture quality may be affected by cable grade, cable quality, source and

destination equipment, RF and electrical interference, and cable patches. Intelix specifications are
based on straight-through cabling with standard-grade Cat 5.

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

Digital audio: 25 MHz, 1 dB roll off

frequency range

(1) RJ45

Green (Y): 3 & 6, pair 3
Blue (Pb): 1 & 2, pair 2
Digital Audio: 4 & 5, pair 1

Storage: -4 to 185 F (-20 to 85 C)
Humidity: up to 95%

Rear: metal casing

Contact Information

Intelix

2222 Pleasant View Road
Middleton, WI 53562

[e-mail]

Toll-free: 866-4-MATMIX
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

www.intelix.com

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The Intelix AVO-V3AD-WP wall-plate balun transmits one high-definition (HDTV)
component video (YPbPr or RGB) signal and one digital audio signal up to 1,000
feet over inexpensive structured cabling, such as Cat 5. Used in pairs or with the
rack-mountable Intelix AVO-V3AD balun, the AVO-V3AD-WP is ideal in residen­tial, corporate, educational, and hospitality environments.

The Intelix AvoCat Series of baluns is the ideal solution for sending audio and
video over structured cabling. When signal quality matters, choose Intelix.

Installation

Caution: Do not attempt to open the balun housing. There are no user-serviceable parts

To install an AVO-V3AD-WP balun, 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-WP
balun is reverse polarity sensitive. Please ensure that wiring is straight-through.

2. Connect one AVO-V3AD-WP 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-WP and video equipment match.

Caution: Do not connect the AVO-V3AD-WP to a telecommunication outlet

3. Connect a second AVO-V3AD-WP wallplate balun or a compatible AVO-V3AD
rack-mountable 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.

Caution: Do not mount the balun over equipment ventilation openings. Covering the

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.

inside the AVO-V3AD-WP. Opening the unit will void your warranty.

wired to unrelated equipment. Making such a connection may damage
the equipment and/or balun. Please ensure all wiring is “straight­through.”

openings may cause the equipment to overheat.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I expose the individual pairs in Cat 5 cabling?

There is no single method when exposing the four individual pairs in twisted pair cabling,
such as Cat 5 and Cat 6; however, it does help to have a cable stripping tool designed to strip
the cable jacket/insulation.

Begin by stripping back the cable’s outer jacket/insulation about an inch (or more depending
on whether multiple baluns will be connected to the pairs of a single cable) so that the
internal wires are exposed. Be careful not to cut the internal wires when stripping the insula­tion/jacket. Eight twisted wires and a string should now be visible; the string is unnecessary
and may be removed. These eight wires, which when combined form four pairs, connect
directly to the baluns. Typical protocol pairs similar colors; the important thing is to verify the
same color-coded pairs are used on each end.

How do I crimp an unshielded RJ45 connector onto Cat 5?

Crimping an RJ45 connector onto Cat 5 is a fairly straight forward task, assuming you have
the proper tools. Keep in mind that baluns require either the EIA/TIA 568A or 568B crimp
pattern, which are the industry standards for networking.

1. First, strip a portion of the insulation about 3/4" to expose the four twisted pairs.

2. Next, untwist the wires and fan them out so that they match either EIA/TIA 568A or
568B pattern.

3. Evenly trim the wires to about 1/2". Most RJ45 crimp tools feature a built-in wire
trimmer.

4. Insert the trimmed wires into the RJ45 connector so that each wire is in its individual
slot. Verify each wire is completely inserted.

5. Finally, insert the RJ45 connector into the crimp tool and squeeze firmly.

6. Repeat the above steps on the other end of the Cat 5 cable and verify pinout is
identical on each end.

Troubleshooting

Example System: An AVO-V3AD-WP wall-plate balun and an Intelix AVO-V3AD
rack-mountable balun transmit audio and video from a satellite receiver to a
remote plasma and audio receiver over standard Cat 5 cabling.

If your equipment malfunctions with AVO-V3AD-WP baluns in place, follow the trouble­shooting procedures below:

1. Perform diagnostics on your AV equipment by following the manufacturer’s
instructions.

2. Check all the connections and the structured cabling system. Verify the RJ45 crimp
pattern conforms to either EIA/TIA 568A or 568B standards.

3. Check the pin configuration on the structured cable.

4. The maximum operational distances over which the AVO-V3AD-WP can be
transmitted is dependant on the equipment used and cable. Ensure that the
maximum recommended operational distances have not been exceeded.

5. Check that only twisted pair patch cords are being used.

6. Replace the AVO-V3AD-WP balun with another AVO-V3AD-WP that is known
to be working.

7. If you still cannot diagnose the problem, contact Intelix for support.