Document Number:
WB42
Model
WB42
Video Balun Combiner & Wallplate for Twisted Pair
up to 750 feet (228 meters)
 
(Combines Video, Power and Data over a Single Cat 5 Cable)
 
Component of the UTPLinks™ System
Revision Number:
052103

Description:
Video balun combiner for twisted pair up to 750 feet (228 meters). Assembly comes mounted to a 2-3/4" x 4-1/2" brushed stainless steel wallplate.

Video balun combiner & wallplate is a unique transmission device that provides an economical means of sending video, camera power and RS422 over a standard Category 5 cable. A typical system would require a WB42 video balun combiner & wallplate at one end of a 4-pair Category 5 cable, with a VB43F video balun combiner at the opposite end. Video is sent over one pair, RS422 over a second pair and camera power can be sent over the two remaining pairs. A female BNC connector provides video input. RJ45 connectors are used to feed RS422 control and power in and out, for connection to Category 5 cables. The video balun in the WB42 provides the same high immunity to noise and interference as all of the Nitek baluns.

The unique design of the WB42 allows the combination of video, power and data in a 4-pair Category 5 cable. This simplified wiring provides a convenient method of powering the camera, allowing for quicker and easier installations. The RJ45 modular jacks use standard 568B wiring so spare network cables can be used. The WB42 mounts to a standard electrical box.

U.S. Patent No. 7,193,149

Features:

  • Quality video over ordinary twisted pair cable
  • Immunity to noise and interference
  • Built-in surge suppression
  • Passive devices - do not require power
  • RJ45 modular connectors for convenient connection to Category 5 cables
  • Wallplate mounts to standard NEMA electrical outlet box
  • Easier to install than coax

Transceiver Unit

Size 4.5"H x 2.75"W x 1.4"D
(Not including BNC)
Power Requirements NONE REQUIRED
Input Video 1 vpp composite video
Monochrome or Color
Output Balanced low voltage current loop
Modular Jacks Standard RJ45

System (2 combiners required)

Video Format RS170, NTSC, PAL, SECAM,
CCIR (Color or B/W)
Video Input 1 vpp composite video
monochrome or color
Operating Frequency DC to 10 MHz
Common Module Rejection >60dB typ.
Wire Size 24 to 22 AWG Unshielded Twisted Pair
Temperature Range 0 degrees C to 85 degrees C
Twisted Pair Connection RJ45
Transient Immunity Built-in
Shipping Weight 2 lbs
Wire Spec
26 to 12 AWG unshielded
twisted pair (UTP)
DC Loop Resistance
51 Ohms/1,000 feet (max)
(51 Ohms/304 meters)
Normal Capacitance
17pF/ft.
Impedence
100 Ohms +/- 20%
UTP Category
2 or better

NITEK - WB42 - Video Balun Combiner and Wallplate for Twisted Pair up to 1,000 ft. - UTPLinks System

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Product Specifications
Adobe .PDF
Word .DOC
CAD
WB42 Spec  -- WB42 dwg
WB42 A&E Spec WB42 A&E Spec WB42 Visio
WB42 Manual --  

Applications

  • Intra-building CCTV installations
    (instead of coaxial cable)
  • Structured cabling environments
  • Eliminates the need to install 3 proprietary cables
  • Multi-camera applications through conduit (more cameras through a smaller diameter)
Ordering Information
PART DESCRIPTION
WB42 Video Balun Combiner & Wallplate w. surge suppression; up to 750 feet (228 meters).
WB42 also works with
VB43F BNC Female Video Balun Combiner w. surge suppression; for up to 750 feet (228 meters).

System Components

Two combiner devices (VB43F or WB42 - in any combination) are required for transmission over a cable.

Wire and Cable Recommendations

The WB42 is recommended for use with unshielded twisted pair (UTP) wiring. The systems will operate over wire gauges from 24 AWG through 22 AWG. Category cabling may be used. Individually shielded pairs should be avoided, as they drastically reduce the operating range of the systems. Multi-pair cable (25 pair or more) with an overall shield are acceptable. Video can be operated in the same communication cable coexistent with telephone, computer, control signals, power voltages and other video signals. While video may be routed through telephone punch-down block terminals, any bridge-taps, also called T-taps and any resistive, capacitive or inductive devices MUST BE removed from the pair.

For more specific information regarding wire types, gauges and proper installation techniques, please call (800) 528-4343 for sale application assistance.

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