Muxlab Shielded CATV Balun - Manual

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Specifications
Environment: Private and public broadband CATV, VHF and FM networks.
Devices: Terrestrial CATV, satellite receivers, DVD players, RF modulators,
splitters, cable modems and other broadband video equipment.
Transmission: Transparent to the user
3dB bandwidth: 5 MHz to 900 MHz.
Video Channels Supported: CATV 2-142, VHF channels 2-13, FM broadcast band.
Insertion Loss Per Pair: <3 dB: 5 – 295 MHz, 510 – 725 MHz.
<4.2 dB: 295 – 510 MHz, 725 – 900 MHz.
Return Loss: >10 dB: 5 – 245 MHz, 493 – 900 MHz.
>9.6 dB: 245 – 493 MHz.
Common Mode Rejection
(CMMR): -20dB or higher at 5 MHz to 900 MHz.
Cable – UTP: 24-AWG or lower solid copper twisted pair.
Impedance: 100-120-ohms
Cable – Coax: Impedance: 75-ohms at 1MHz (RG6)
Connector – Input: “F” connector – male
Connector - Output: RJ45S – female
RJ45 Pin Configuration: RJ45 Pins 7&8.
Maximum distance: 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.
Temperature: Operating: 0° to 40°C. Storage: -10° to 70°C.
Enclosure: Aluminum cast.
Humidity: Maximum 95% (non-condensing)
Dimensions: 0.8” x 1.85” x 1.05” (2 x 2.6 x 4.7 cm) L x H x W + extended F conn.
Weight 1.5 oz (44 gms)
Regulatory Approval: FCC, CE
Warranty: Lifetime
Order Information 500306 Shielded CATV Balun
Tel.: (514) 905-0588, Fax: (514) 905-0589
Toll Free (North America): (877) 689-5228
E-mail: [email protected]
URL: www.muxlab.com
94-000689-A SE-000689-A
Shielded CATV Balun
(500306)
Quick Installation Guide
Overview
The Shielded CATV Balun allows traditional 75-ohm coaxial cable to be replaced by a single
(1) shielded twisted pair (STP) of wires in the CATV, VHF and FM environments. Used in
pairs, the Shielded CATV Balun allows broadband video and Internet equipment to be inte-
grated into a structured cabling system thereby facilitating moves, adds and changes via any
convenient modular wall outlet. Typically, the Shielded CATV Balun is installed on the con-
nection between the RF head end and the set-top tuner or cable modem at the receiver end.
Applications include; private RF networks, guestroom TV and Internet services, apartments
and condominiums. The Shielded CATV Balun is designed for point-to-point connections
only.
Installation
In order to install the Shielded CATV Balun, perform the following steps:
1. Verify that the maximum distance between the two (2) Shielded CATV baluns is within
MuxLab specifications. Please refer to the specification table in this installation guide or
contact MuxLab Technical Support.
2. Caution: Do not attempt to open the housing. There are no user-serviceable parts inside
the Shielded CATV Balun. Opening the unit will void your warranty.
3. Turn off power and disconnect the CATV video equipment by following the manufac-
turer’s instructions.
4. Make certain that modular outlets and cross connects to which you will connect the
Shielded CATV Balun are configured properly and labeled appropriately to identify the
circuit.
5. Caution: Do not connect the Shielded CATV Balun to a telecommunication outlet wired
to unrelated equipment. Making such a connection may damage the equipment and/or the
balun. Please ensure that all wiring is “straight-through” twisted pair.
6. Verify that the desired twisted pairs are not being used for other LAN or telephony
equipment.
7. The Shielded CATV Balun operates in pairs.