Surveillance System Cables Quiz

What is the primary use of coaxial cables in surveillance systems?

• Transmitting video signals from analogue cameras

• Data transmission between IP cameras

• Powering cameras using PoE

• Connecting cameras over long distances

Which type of twisted pair cable supports data transmission speeds up to 10 Gbps?

• Cat6

• Cat7

• Cat6a

• Cat5e

What is a key characteristic of fiber optic cables?

• They can only transmit data over short distances

• They require a separate power supply

• They are thicker than coaxial cables

• They are immune to electromagnetic interference

What type of cable is best suited for long-distance transmission in surveillance systems?

• Siamese cable

• Fiber optic cable

• Twisted pair cable

• Coaxial cable

Which cable type is commonly used for Power over Ethernet (PoE) applications?

• Single-mode fiber

• Cat5e

• Siamese cable

• RG59

What is the main advantage of using Siamese cables?

• They are suitable for outdoor use only

• They are immune to interference

• They combine video and power transmission

• They transmit data at higher speeds

Which type of cable is ideal for connecting cameras in high-interference environments?

• Fiber optic cable

• Siamese cable

• Twisted pair cable

• Coaxial cable

What is the maximum distance for effective data transmission using Cat6 cables?

• 500 meters

• 50 meters

• 100 meters

• 200 meters

Which type of coaxial cable is most commonly used for CCTV installations?

• RG59

• Cat7

• Cat5e

• RG6

What should be considered when selecting cables for outdoor installations?

• Protective insulation and UV resistance

• Cable length only

• Aesthetic preferences

• Cost of cables