MuxLab 500701 HD-SDI Balun
Best professional solution for extending high-quality video over standard network cabling.
The MuxLab 500701 HD-SDI Balun is a professional video accessory designed to extend HD-SDI signals over cost-effective Cat5e/6 cabling. It supports uncompressed digital video transmission up to 3.0 Gbps, including embedded audio and time code. This balun enables HD resolution transmission up to 150 feet (45m) and SD resolution up to 400 feet (120m) in a point-to-point configuration. Its durable cast aluminum housing provides robust EMI/RFI shielding, ensuring reliable performance in demanding television facilities and professional video setups. MuxLab offers a 2-year warranty on this active product.
$43.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
652
/ 2558
#652 in Audio & Video Cable Adapters & Couplers
Price vs Category Average
-45%
Below average
HD Transmission Distance (via Cat5e)
15045
/ Up to ft (m)
Who it's for
- Budget-conscious installers saving on expensive coaxial cable runs
- Field technicians needing simple, power-free setup in remote locations
- Broadcast professionals requiring versatile support for multiple SDI signal formats
Who should skip it
- Engineers planning long-distance 3G-SDI transmission for large venues
- Users operating in environments with high electromagnetic interference
- Project managers balancing hardware costs for multi-channel video links
Performance breakdown
Signal Integrity
Uncompressed transmission ensures zero latency and pristine video quality for professionals.
Build Durability
Cast aluminum housing provides superior shielding against interference in demanding environments.
Transmission Range
Reliable performance for short-to-medium runs using standard Cat5e or Cat6 cabling.
Installation Versatility
Streamlines complex setups by utilizing cost-effective network cable for video signals.
Data Throughput
Handles 3.0 Gbps bandwidth effortlessly for high-definition and 3G video streams.
System Integration
Seamlessly carries embedded audio and time code alongside your video feed.
Key Specs
HD Transmission Distance (via Cat5e)
Up to 150 ft (45m)
SD Transmission Distance (via Cat5e)
Up to 400 ft (120m)
Maximum Data Rate
2.97/3.0 Gbps uncompressed, un-encrypted digital video
Supported Resolutions
SD, HD, and 3G
Cable Support
Cat5e/6
Enclosure
Cast aluminum for EMI/RFI shielding
Connector Type
XLR
Adapter Type
Converter
Features
- Extends HD-SDI signals over Cat5e/6 cable
- Supports SD, HD, and 3G resolutions
- Transmits uncompressed digital video up to 3.0 Gbps
- Handles embedded audio and time code
- Robust EMI/RFI shielding
- Durable cast aluminum housing
- Ideal for professional video environments
- Point-to-point configuration
What customers say
Professional installers highly value the MuxLab 500701 HD-SDI Balun for its exceptional reliability in video transmission. Users consistently praise its ability to extend HD-SDI signals over standard Cat5e/6 cabling, which simplifies infrastructure and reduces material costs compared to coaxial runs. The build quality is noted as robust and professional grade, ensuring durability in demanding settings. Installation is straightforward, offering plug and play performance that maintains excellent signal integrity for standard HD resolutions. This product is widely regarded as an essential, dependable tool that delivers significant value by simplifying complex video distribution needs without sacrificing quality.
Know before you buy
Yes, the MuxLab 500701 supports embedded audio and time code, allowing you to transmit both video and audio signals simultaneously over a single Cat5e/6 cable.
You can achieve transmission distances of up to 150 feet (45m) for HD resolutions and up to 400 feet (120m) for SD resolutions when using Cat5e/6 cabling.
No, the MuxLab 500701 is bus-powered, meaning it draws the necessary power directly from the connected equipment, simplifying your setup in professional environments.
Yes, it features a durable cast aluminum housing that provides robust EMI/RFI shielding, making it reliable for use in demanding television facilities and professional video setups.
Yes, the balun supports uncompressed digital video transmission up to 3.0 Gbps, which covers SD, HD, and 3G-SDI resolutions.
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