(1) analog CCTV video signal to be transmitted up to 1 mile (1.6 km) via a Category 5e/6 twisted pair cable when used in conjunction with MuxLab’s passive CCTV baluns (i.e. 500000, 500009, 500024) at the camera end. The 500124 features Automatic Gain Control (AGC) and Ground Loop Isolation (GLI) for reliable and stable image quality.
LongReach II Active CCTV Receiver Balun Installation Guide Technical Specifications Specifications Environment CCTV composite baseband video; NTSC, PAL, SECAM CCTV cameras, monitors, DVR, switchers, Devices IP encoders, and other CCTV equip. Transmission Transparent to the user Video Bandwidth 20 Hz to 8 MHz. Input 1.5 Vp-p max, 100Ω, balanced (RJ45) Output...
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LongReach II Active CCTV Receiver Balun Installation Guide Remote Power (i.e.; 24 VAC, 28 VAC) Wiring Remote low voltage power supported via two (2) twisted pairs. A Class II power supply is recommended. Max. Current 2.5 A rms or DC Max.
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LongReach II Active CCTV Receiver Balun Installation Guide Specifications (Cont’d) Switch Select between Power-Thru (500024/500029) and Pass-Thru (500022) Mode RJ45 Pin Signal 500022 Mode 500024/500029 Configuration Mode *Reverse polarity *Power A (+) 1, 3 1, 3, 5 sensitive if 12DC camera is used *Power B (-) 2, 6...
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LongReach II Active CCTV Receiver Balun Installation Guide Specifications (Cont’d) Enclosure ABS fire retardant plastic Dimensions 2.40” x 2.25” x 1.0” (6.1 x 5.7 x 2.54 cm) 3.0 oz (85 gms) Weight FCC and CE. Regulatory Warranty 2 years Order Information 500124 LongReach II Active CCTV Receiver Balun Compatibility...
CCTV DVR, IP encoder or matrix switcher at the central monitoring location. 2. The 500124 is used in conjunction with MuxLab’s passive CCTV baluns (i.e.: 500009, 500022, 500024/29). The passive CCTV Balun is connected at the CCTV source, which is usually the CCTV camera.
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LongReach II Active CCTV Receiver Balun Installation Guide 4. The 500124 must be powered by a 5V DC, 6 W floating (non-grounded Ring of the PSU DC plug) power supply (supplied with the product). 5. The 500124 is calibrated to work with CCTV sources that conform to RS-343 (RS-170).
LongReach II Active CCTV Receiver Balun Installation Guide 3.2. Installation Procedure 1. Connect the passive CCTV Balun (500000 or 500009) to the CCTV camera video output port. 2. Connect one twisted pair to the passive CCTV Balun. If the balun is the 500009, use a small flat- head screwdriver.
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LongReach II Active CCTV Receiver Balun Installation Guide 4. If remote power, video and PTZ control is to be transmitted, use 500022 balun. Refer to the specification table regarding maximum distances and set the slide switch on the 500124 to “500022”. Using camera specific PSU connect respective terminals on either side.
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LongReach II Active CCTV Receiver Balun Installation Guide 8. Power on the CCTV system. When a video signal is detected, the AGC Lock LED on the 500124 will change from OFF to ON. 9. Due to the Automatic Gain Control of the Active Balun, the camera image may take a few seconds to stabilize.
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LongReach II Active CCTV Receiver Balun Installation Guide 12. The following diagram illustrates typical configuration. 13. The 500124 is equipped with resettable fuses to protect the circuitry. In the event of a power surge, the fuse(s) will trip and the green LED will dim. In order for the fuse(s) to reset, the power to the 500124 must be turned OFF for 2-3 minutes.
LongReach II Active CCTV Receiver Balun Installation Guide Troubleshooting The following table describes some of problem symptoms, probable causes, and possible solutions. If the information below does not solve the problem, the technical support contact information can be found at the end of this section. Picture Green LED Red LED Probable Cause Possible Solutions...
LongReach II Active CCTV Receiver Balun Installation Guide 4.1. Technical Support Information When contacting your nearest MuxLab dealer or MuxLab Technical Support, please have the following information ready: • Unit model number • Cabling layout. Include camera and DVR/IP encoder...
Authorization number (RMA#) issued by its Customer Service Department and a proof of purchase date. If this product is delivered to MuxLab by mail, you agree to assume risk of loss or damage in transit, to prepay shipping charges to the warranty service location, and to use the original shipping container or equivalent.
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Product more than six months old, including shelf life. The defective unit must be returned prepaid to MuxLab and then the unit will be repaired or if repair is not possible, replaced by an equivalent unit and returned to the customer within one (1) month of receiving any returned product.
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