Hikvision Passive UTP CAT5E/6 Balun compatible with HD-TVI/CVI/AHD/CVBS
Hikvision DS-1H18-A Passive HD Video Balun for CCTV over UTP
The Hikvision DS-1H18-A is a passive video balun designed to transmit analog HD CCTV video over Cat5e/6 UTP cable, helping replace coaxial cable in suitable camera-to-DVR runs. It is a practical choice for professional CCTV installations that require stable signal adaptation between 75-ohm BNC and 100-ohm twisted pair cabling.
It works with HD-TVI, CVI, AHD and CVBS systems and supports resolutions from 720p up to 8 MP/4K. As a passive transceiver, it does not require external power for video transmission and must be installed in pairs: one balun at the camera BNC output and another at the DVR input.
This balun is suitable for new CCTV installations over UTP and for upgrades where Cat5e or Cat6 network cable is preferred instead of coaxial cable. For complete projects, it can be combined with CCTV baluns and professional UTP cable.
It features an ABS engineering plastic housing, a male BNC connector and a tool-less push-pin terminal block for the twisted pair cable. Transmission distance depends on the video format and resolution, reaching up to 400 m in CVBS and up to 150 m in 4K signals under suitable installation conditions.
Reference: DS-1H18-A
