Description
Transform your AV installations with a high-performance HDMI over Cat6 extender kit that delivers cinema-grade video and rock-solid reliability across classrooms, restaurants, lecture halls, meeting rooms, and digital signage environments. The Eaton Tripp Lite Series Extender Kit combines a compact transmitter and receiver to extend HDMI signals over affordable network-grade Cat6 cables, while adding KVM control, USB and IR passthrough, and power-over-Cat6 capabilities. Whether you’re powering a digital signage network, delivering a polished presentation in a conference room, or elevating a corporate training space, this extender kit provides the bandwidth, protection, and flexibility you need for demanding 4K content at 60 Hz with pristine color accuracy and HDR support.
- True 4K at 60 Hz with 4:4:4 color — Enjoy ultrahigh-definition video with full chroma sampling for vivid, accurate images, perfect for detailed presentations, training materials, and digital signage that demand the finest color fidelity.
- HDR and HDCP 2.2 compatibility — Experience enhanced contrast and brighter highlights thanks to High Dynamic Range, while HDCP 2.2 protects premium content and enables seamless playback of 4K sources from Blu-ray players, streaming devices, and pro-grade media players.
- KVM, USB, and IR passthrough — Mouse and keyboard control, plus USB peripherals and infrared remote signals, travel across the link, enabling centralized control of the source from the display endpoint for streamlined operations in classrooms and meeting spaces.
- Long reach over Cat6 up to 230 ft — Extend a HDMI signal well beyond typical consumer setups, supporting large rooms, auditoriums, lobby displays, and multi-section signage without signal degradation.
- Power over Cable (PoC) and TAA compliance — Simplify installation by powering the units through the Cat6 link where supported, with added assurance for procurement in government and education markets thanks to TAA compliance.
Technical Details of Eaton Tripp Lite Series HDMI over Cat6 Extender Kit
- Type: HDMI over Cat6 extender kit consisting of a transmitter and a receiver
- Video: Supports 4K resolution at 60 Hz with 4:4:4 chroma
- Color and imaging: High Dynamic Range (HDR) compatible for richer contrast and color depth
- Protection: HDCP 2.2 compliant for encrypted content delivery
- KVM and peripherals: USB and IR passthrough for keyboard/mouse control and remote signaling
- Distance: Up to 230 feet (approximately 70 meters) over standard Cat6 cable
- Power: Power over Cable (PoC) support to reduce external power wiring where available
- Compliance: TAA-compliant for government procurement environments
- Environment: Designed for use in digital signage, classrooms, hotels, lecture halls, and retail displays
how to install Eaton Tripp Lite Series HDMI over Cat6 Extender Kit
- Plan your layout: determine source location, display location, and the Cat6 run between transmitter and receiver, ensuring the distance does not exceed 230 feet.
- Connect HDMI source: plug the HDMI output from your video source into the transmitter’s HDMI input port.
- Link the video path: run a Cat6 cable from the transmitter to the receiver, ensuring a secure connection at both ends.
- Connect the display: plug the receiver’s HDMI output into the display or monitor that will show the source content.
- Attach USB/IR peripherals: connect compatible USB devices (keyboard, mouse, or USB hub) and IR receivers/transmitters to the intended ports on the transmitter and/or receiver according to your KVM and control setup.
- Power options: if your installation supports Power over Cable, you may omit external power supplies. If PoC is not available or desired, connect the included power adapters to the transmitter and receiver as required.
- Test and configure: power on the source and display, verify 4K60 playback, check HDR and HDCP 2.2 operation, and confirm USB/IR control is functioning from the display end.
Frequently asked questions
- Q: What resolutions are supported? A: The extender supports up to 4K at 60 Hz with 4:4:4 chroma, including HDR content, when used with compatible HDMI sources and displays.
- Q: How far can I run this extender? A: The maximum recommended distance is 230 feet (approximately 70 meters) over Cat6 cable, depending on installation quality and cable type.
- Q: Does it require external power? A: It supports Power over Cable (PoC) where available, reducing the need for separate power supplies. External power adapters are optional if PoC is not used or available.
- Q: Is the kit compatible with HDR and HDCP 2.2 protected content? A: Yes. The system is HDR-capable and HDCP 2.2 compliant, allowing protected 4K content to pass through securely.
- Q: Can I control devices remotely using USB and IR? A: Yes. The extender provides USB and IR passthrough to support KVM operations and remote control from the display side.
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