Black Box IC553A User manual

BLACK BOX®

Quick Installation Guide

Active HD CCTV Receiver Balun

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IC553A

1. Overview

The Active HD CCTV Receiver Balun (IC553A) allows one HD-SDI signal with

power and control lines to be transmitted up to 150 ft. (45 m) via a CAT6 cable at

HD resolution (720p, 1080i) in a point-to-point configuration. The balun supports

transmission of SDI digital video (including embedded Audio and/or Time Code)

within facilities and between video equipment. The IC553A is installed at the

receiver location and used with the IC552A installed at the remote camera

location. Use the baluns in HD CCTV surveillance systems and HD-SDI camera

systems.

2. Installation

One receiver-side balun and one transmitter-side balun is needed to establish a

point-to-point connection via a single UTP cable. The transmitter side must have a

an IC552A. Power for the unit may be provided via the remote camera power (12

VDC or 24 VAC) if present, or via the external 5-VDC power supply that is includ-

ed with the IC553A.

To install the balun, perform the following steps:

CAUTION: Do not attempt to open the housing. There are no user-serviceable

parts inside the balun. Opening the unit will void your warranty.

CAUTION: Do not connect the IC553A to a telecommunication outlet wired to

unrelated equipment. Making such a connection may damage the

equipment and/or the balun. Verify that the desired twisted pairs are

not being used for other LAN or telephone equipment.

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1. Use a dedicated 4-pair CAT5e/6 cable between the source side HD-SDI Balun

(IC552A) and the receiver-side HD-SDI balun (IC553A)

NOTE: Patch panels are not supported by the baluns.

2. Verity that all wiring are pinned “straight-through,” have four twisted pairs,

and have the standard Ethernet RJ-45 plug.

3. Connect the IC553A balun to an HD-SDI receiver (such as a monitor or DVR).

Use a 3-foot, 1-m, 75-ohm coax cable, for the SDI signal. Connect all wires

using 24 AWG or lower gauge.

4. At the camera side, connect the IC552A to the SDI video port of the camera

equipment (i.e., HD camcorder or HD CCTV camera). Use a 3-foot, 1-m,

75-ohm coax cable, for the SDI connection. Connect all wires using 24 AWG or

lower gauge.

5. If no remote power is present at the head end from a 12-VAC or 24-VDC

source, connect the included external power supply and verify that the Power

LED is lit.

6. Power on the video equipment at both ends.

7. Verify the LED status for power and video present when all HD-SDI equipment

is powered on.

8. A typical installation diagram is shown below.

HD-CCTV

(HD-SDI)

camera

HD CCTV Pass-Through

Balun (IC552A)

HD CCTV Active

Receiver Balun

(IC553A)

CAT6 cable

SDI

PTZ

(optional)

Class 2 PSU

(optional)

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3. Troubleshooting

The following table describes some of the symptoms, probable causes and

possible solutions in respect to the installation of the Active HD CCTV Receiver

Balun.

Table 3-1. Troubleshooting tips.

Symptom Probable Causes Possible Solutions

No video

All LEDs are off

Power off • Verify there is power to the video equipment.

• Verify there is power available from camera.

No continuity in video link • Verify continuity on each pair/

• Verify that pairs are not swapped or reversed.

• Verify if both units are connected to the correct

inputs and outputs.

• Verify if all video equipment is digital.

Improper connection and/

or wrong equipment

• Check that baluns are connected to the correct

inputs and outputs.

• Check if the equipment are both digital (SDI).

SDI in 3G speed (1080p) Try lower speed (1080i).

Part of picture is

missing or

intermittent.

Missing frame or

freezing.

Exceeded distance Verify cable length and grade. Use higher-grade cable if

necessary.

If the source is using 1080p (this uses the 3G-SDI rate),

the distance is greatly reduced.

EMI interference Try turning off (or move) nearby wireless LANs,

switching power supplies, radio transmitters, to see if

problems disappear.

SDI in 3G speed (1080p) Try lower speed (1080i).

No power or no

control at the

camera

Defective cable or equipment

incorrectly connected.

Camera is drawing too much

power.

• Change cable and verify wiring interface.

• Check voltage drop in wiring.

NOTE: Power available at 12 V is very limited.

Use different equipment.

NOTE: If you still cannot diagnose the problem, contact Black Box Technical Support at

724-746-5500 or info@blackbox.com.

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IC553A Quick Install Guide, version 1

4. Specifications

Table 4-1. Specifications.

Approvals CE, RoHS2

Cable Required Any 4-pair straight-pinned CAT5e or 6 cable, 24 AWG or lower

Compatible TX Unit IC552A

Device Targeted HD-SDI (up to 1080i) CCTV equipment that needs to bring power and

control using a single UTP cable

Distance When used with IC552A:

SD:

500 feet (150 m), maximum for CAT5e UTP,

500 feet (150 m), maximum for CAT6 UTP,

HD:

100 feet (30 m), maximum using CAT5e UTP;

150 feet (45 m), maximum for CAT6 UTP;

NOTE: Maximum distance is a function of the receiving equipment and

cable. Dedicated CAT5e/6 cables are recommended with no

patch panels.

NOTE: The IC553A balun will not work in 3G (1080p).

Enclosure ABS UL94HB fire-retardant plastic

Environment HD CCTV, HD-SDI

Temperature Operating: -13° to 140° F (-25º to +60º C);

Storage: -40° to +185° F (-40º to +85º C)

Humidity Up to 95%, maximum, noncondensing

Pin Configuration

(RJ-45)

Pin 7 and 8 for SDI signal;

Pin 1 and 3, 2 and 6 for power (1 and 3 in parallel, 2 and 6 in parallel);

Pin 4 and 5 for control

Connectors (1) 75-ohm BNC female connector,

(1) 4-pin terminal block for power and signal

Power Via the remote camera power: 12 VDC or 24 VAC;

Via the external power supply: 5 VDC

Dimensions 1"H x 2.4"W x 2.25"D (2.5 x 6 x 5.5 cm)

Weight 2 oz. (70 g)

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