MuxLab 500302-2PK, 500302 Specsheet

CATV Balun II

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Overview

The CATV Balun II (500302) allows traditional 75-ohm
coaxial cable to be replaced by a single pair of Cat 5 UTP
cable in the CATV, VHF and FM environments in certain
applications. Used in pairs, the CATV Balun II allows
broadband CATV equipment to be integrated into
structured cabling systems thereby allowing CATV
equipment to be moved or added to any convenient
modular wall outlet.

The CATV Balun II provides a versatile cabling solution
for broadband video systems used by schools,
government, offices, hospitals, financial institutions, hotels
and residential complexes. The CATV Balun II works in
conjunction with RF splitters, combiners, amplifiers and
cable modems for a total cabling solution.

Specifications

Environment:

Devices:

Transmission:

3dB bandwidth:

Video Channels Supported:

Insertion Loss Per Pair:

Return Loss:

Common Mode Rejection (CMMR):

Cable – Cat5e/6 UTP:

Cable – Coax:

Connector – Input:

Connector - Output:

RJ45 Pin Configuration:

Maximum distance:

Temperature:

Enclosure:

Humidity:

Dimensions:

Weight

Regulatory Approval:

Warranty:

Order Information

Private and public broadband CATV, VHF and FM networks.

Terrestrial CATV, local channel amplified antennas, DVD players, RF modulators,
splitters, cable modems and other broadband video equipment. Does not support

satellite dish RF.

Transparent to the user

5 MHz to 900 MHz.

CATV 2-142, VHF channels 2-13, FM broadcast band.

<10 dB: 5 – 10 MHz <3 dB: 10 – 600 MHz
<4 dB: 600 – 725 MHz <3 dB: 725 – 900 MHz
>10 dB: 15 – 370 MHz >7 dB: 370 – 770 MHz
>10 dB: 770 – 900 MHz

-20dB or higher at 5 MHz to 900 MHz.

24-AWG or lower solid copper twisted pair.
Impedance: 100-120-ohms
Impedance: 75-ohms at 1MHz (RG6)

“F” connector – male

RJ45 – female

RJ45 Pins 7&8.

Up to 100m (330ft) via Cat 5 UTP depending on channel frequency and input power.
Maximum 100m at CATV Channel 2. May require tilt amplifiers at higher frequencies.
Operating: 0° to 40°C. Storage: -10° to 70°C.

ABS.

Maximum 95% (non-condensing)

2.5” x 1” diameter (6.35 x 2.54 cm diameter)

1.05 oz (30 gms)

FCC Part 15 Class A, CE

Lifetime

500302 CATV Balun II

Benefits

Supports broadband Internet and digital cable
Eliminate costly coaxial cable
Quicker moves, adds and changes
Neater wiring

Features

High bandwidth – up to 900 MHz
Low insertion loss
Compact design

500302

©MuxLab Inc. 2005-2009 CATV Balun II

CATV Balun II

500302

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Typical Application:

In a point-to-point scenario for CATV (superband and hyperband), VHF and FM, cable lengths of up to 50 meters may
be achieved without amplification if the nominal input is about 15dB. In some applications, a “tilt” amplifier may be
required since the UTP losses are higher than coax at the higher frequencies. Linear gain compensation of up to 20­25dB at 750MHz is usually adequate. Conversely, if amplification is used to compensate for losses at higher
frequencies and long distances, it may be necessary to attenuate the lower frequency, shorter distance signals to
avoid over-driving the TV monitors.

©MuxLab Inc. 2005-2009 CATV Balun II

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