Russound VBC User manual

Data Sheet
VBC Composite A/V Balun Kit
CTX Transmitter, CRX Receiver
The VBC Composite Audio-Video Balun Kit provides
a pair of active baluns for sending composite video
and line-level stereo audio over a single CAT-5
cable. This allows signals to travel longer distances
without degradation or interference than with tradi-
tional types of cable.
The kit includes a CTX transmitter, a CRX receiver,
and an 846C power adapter, which connects to
either the transmitter or receiver for flexible
placement. Active circuitry in the transmitter auto-
matically adjusts the output level to compensate for
distance in the CAT-5 cable, thus eliminating signal
loss up to 1000 feet (305 m).
By using balanced signals, the transmitter and
receiver avoid direct electrical connections between
the source and destination devices. This prevents
ground loops, which can cause audio noise and
video hum bars. The balanced signals also resist
interference, resulting in higher fidelity audio and
cleaner video transmission.
The kit can be used to connect a remote source to a
multiroom audio-video controller or a video display
device. It can also be used to send the output of a
video distribution device to a distant video display
or A/V receiver.
An input buffer switch on the CTX transmitter
allows a source video signal to be split between the
transmitter and a local TV or A/V receiver without
affecting picture quality.
The transmitter and receiver are compact modules
for convenient installation. They can be mounted to
any flat surface.

Specifications
Accessories
Typical Application
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CTX Transmitter
Input connectors: (1) composite video RCA jack
(2) left and right audio RCA jacks
Output connector: 8-pole modular RJ-45 jack, T568A
Audio input impedance: 20 kilohms
Audio input level: 3 V maximum peak to peak
Weight: 2.6 oz (73 g)
CRX Receiver
Input connector: 8-pole modular RJ-45 jack, T568A
Output connectors: (1) composite video RCA jack
(2) left and right audio RCA jacks
Weight: 2.4 oz (69 g)
VBC Kit
Cable type: CAT-5
Maximum cable length: 1000 ft (305 m)
Video format: Composite
Video bandwidth: 100 MHz +0/–3 dB
Video signal level: 0.5 V to 2 V
Audio format: 2-channel analog
Audio and video gain: Unity
Power requirement: 12 VDC 200 mA max
(adapter included)
Module dimensions: 2.75” W x 2.64” H x 1.1” D
(7.0 x 6.7 x 2.8 cm)
RIGHT
LEFT
VIDEO
INPUT
BUFFER
SWITCH
CAT-5
to
CRX
CTX
NEWMARKET, NH USA
MADE IN CANADA
POWER
+12VDC
200mA
Composite
A/V Balun
Transmitter
RIGHT
LEFT
VIDEO
INPUT
BUFFER
SWITCH
CAT-5
to
CRX
CTX
NEWMARKET, NH USA
MADE IN CANADA
POWER
+12VDC
200mA
Composite
A/V Balun
Transmitter
RIGHT
LEFT
VIDEO
CAT-5
from
CTX
POWER
Composite
A/V Balun
Receiver
CRX
NEWMARKET, NH USA
MADE IN CANADA
+12VDC
200mA
AWCAT5 4-pair, 24-gauge solid copper CAT-5e cable, 1000’
MOD-RJ45CAT5 RJ-45 modular jack for wall plate, box of 6
PM-MOD1D Decora®wall plate for modular jack, box of 6
PM-MOD1S Standard wall plate for modular jack, box of 6
UTP
Up to 1000'
(CAT-5)
RCA cable
RJ-45
RJ-45
CAT-5 patch cable
002
RJ-45
CAT-5
patch
cable
Satellite receiver
Television
RJ45 wall plate
846C
12 VDC
power
supply
RCA cable