RG59 good enough for 300 Foot run??

[acidburn 0]

Hello, This is my first time installing security cameras. I have the fundamental skills required to perform the installation. But I am wondering if RG59 cable is going to still produce a strong signal when a couple of the runs are around 300 feet.??? Any help would be greatly appreciated!!! Thanks

[Thomas 0]

Yes, but at the same time, I'm curious as to what you mean by the fundamental skills....

[acidburn 0]

Thanks!!!

 

To answer your question:

 

I have 3 years experience doing electrical work. (Industrial, Residential) and I've been using computers for over 20 years. I also used to work security.

 

[Smit9352 0]

Yes, but at the same time, I'm curious as to what you mean by the fundamental skills....

Our Hurricanes gone Thomas!!!!!!!! \o/

 

Also yes, I agree with Thomas. You shouldn't have a problem with only 300ft on rg59. Is it a Siamese line or are you running your power wires separately?

[Thomas 0]

Yes, but at the same time, I'm curious as to what you mean by the fundamental skills....

Our Hurricanes gone Thomas!!!!!!!! \o/

 

Also yes, I agree with Thomas. You shouldn't have a problem with only 300ft on rg59. Is it a Siamese line or are you running your power wires separately?

 

Meh, it wasn't even near me.

[oldtimer 0]

Sure running a line of 59U for just 300 feet, you shouldn't have any problem. I have run them at a length double that amount. The only problem is using a good camera. That's a must. If you know how to check resolution, you will see the difference. Long runs will give you a snowy effect like the old days when you used rabbit ears on the family TV.

Make sure your wire is of good quality copper, both inner conductor and

braid.