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Lava

LAVA HDS12 4-Way Coax Cable Splitter

  • RJ45 connectivity, the only port type listed
  • Black finish, no other color listed
  • Lava brand technology, model HDS12
  • Input and output signal types not listed

Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.

Our verdict

A black Lava video converter with an RJ45 port and little else spelled out. Without stated input and output signal types, resolution limits or included items, confirm the full signal path before buying.

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ASIN: B071Z88JW1Model: HDS12Category: Video Converters

Overview

An RJ45 port carries the signal on the Lava HDS12 video converter, a black box meant to sit between two pieces of video gear. The listing names the brand, the model and the port type, and stops there. What goes in, what comes out and how the box is powered are not stated, so the unit is defined by its connector rather than by a signal path.

Buying here means buying a connector type and a model number, nothing more. The listing gives no input signal, no output signal and no resolution ceiling, so the box cannot be matched to a source or a display from the page alone. Treat the RJ45 port as the starting point of a compatibility check, not the answer to one.

Who it's for

Someone replacing a known Lava HDS12 unit, or sourcing the exact model for a rack build, can match the number and the port without more detail. A shopper trying to connect a specific camera, console or screen to a specific display should not order from this page, because the signal types and limits are absent.

Pros and cons

Pros
  • Uses an RJ45 port
  • Lava brand technology
  • Model number clearly stated
Cons
  • Input signal not listed
  • Output signal not listed
  • Max resolution not listed
  • Power source not listed

Performance notes

Real-world results depend on the input signal, the output signal and the resolution ceiling, and the listing states none of them. The RJ45 port sets the cable type at one end, but the rest of the chain has to be confirmed from the unit itself or the maker before anything can be expected to pass through.

Specifications

BrandLava
ModelHDS12
Power & efficiency
Maximum Voltage24 volts
Construction & materials
ColorBlack
Compatibility & installation
Compatible DevicesTelevision
Compatible Phone ModelsNo Compatible Phone Models
Included components
Unit Count1
Other details
Connector TypeRJ45
Cable TypeCoaxial
Frequency2.4 GHz
Number Of Pins4
Part NumberHDS12
Connector GenderMale-To-Male
Indoor Outdoor UsageIndoor, Outdoor
Recommended Uses For ProductHome entertainment systems, Satellite TV, High speed internet, Amplifiers, Antennas, MoCA configurations

Frequently asked questions

What signal types does the Lava HDS12 accept and output?

Neither the input signal nor the output signal is listed. The only port detail given is RJ45 connectivity, so the full signal path has to be confirmed with the maker before ordering.