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Niles C5-A2 CAT-5 stereo audio balun

Item # 190C5A2

If you're putting together a multi-room audio system that involves longer cable runs between rooms, check out the...

If you're putting together a multi-room audio system that involves longer cable runs between rooms, check out the...

Item # 190C5A2

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About the Niles C5-A2

Amanda P.
If you're putting together a multi-room audio system that involves longer cable runs between rooms, check out the Niles C5-A2. This clever device uses durable, inexpensive CAT-5 cable to send stereo audio signals to another room in your house. It's a great option for homes with an existing CAT-5 network, since you won't have to install any new in-wall wire. And it delivers full, clear sound, even over cable runs of up to 2,500 feet.

If you're putting together a multi-room audio system that involves longer cable runs between rooms, check out the Niles C5-A2. This clever device uses durable, inexpensive CAT-5 cable to send stereo audio signals to another room in your house. It's a great option for homes with an existing CAT-5 network, since you won't have to install any new in-wall wire. And it delivers full, clear sound, even over cable runs of up to 2,500 feet.

How it works
You'll need to purchase two stereo audio baluns to set up a fully functioning system. You can use two C5-A2s, or pair one with an in-wall model. Connect the first one to a CD player, satellite radio, or other stereo audio source in your main listening room, and plug it into a nearby CAT-5 outlet. Next, connect your second C5-A2 to a CAT-5 outlet in your remote listening area. Then hook it up to a table radio or powered home audio system via its stereo audio jacks. The compact C5-A2 doesn't require AC power, and it's wall-mountable for flexible placement.

What is a balun?
A balun gets its name by converting signals between balanced and unbalanced lines. Balanced cables can carry signals over much larger distances than unbalanced lines, because of their superior noise rejection. The C5-A2 balun converts audio signals between balanced CAT-5 connections and unbalanced RCA audio connections.

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Product highlights:

  • two Niles stereo audio baluns required for a fully functioning setup
  • gold-plated stereo audio input/output
  • shielded Ethernet jack
  • maximum range: 2,500 feet
  • bandwidth: 20-20,000 Hz
  • not compatible with Wi-Fi® adapters
  • cannot share CAT-5 cable with other signals
  • universal mounting holes
  • stereo audio cables required for installation (sold separately)
  • 4-3/4"W x 1"H x 2-1/4"D
  • warranty: 10 years
  • MFR # FG01281

What's in the box:

  • CAT-5/Stereo audio Transformer
  • Installation guide

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Product Overview: The C5-A2 is a transformer to convert a CAT-5 signal to analog stereo audio, and vice versa. Typically two are used at opposite ends of the signal path; one unit converts the audio source to CAT-5 for transmission over a long distance, a second unit converts the CAT-5 signal back to analog audio to feed a remote audio system.

Input/Output

Analog Audio: Female RCA stereo audio, can be used as an input and converted to CAT-5 or as an output to feed an audio video system

CAT-5: RJ-45 jack, can be used as an input and converted to stereo audio or as an output to feed a network

Specifications

Bandwidth: 20 Hz-20 kHz

Transmission Distance:

  • 2000' (CAT-3 UTP)
  • 2500' (CAT-5 UTP)

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