IOGEAR Cinema 4K HDBaseT-Lite Extender with HDMI Connection and POH

The IOGEAR Cinema 4K HDBaseT-Lite Extender with HDMI Connection and Power-over-HDBaseT (POH) is the ideal solution for extending your HDMI audio and video range without compromising on quality. Designed with both home users and professional AV installers in mind, this state-of-the-art extender delivers reliable, high-fidelity signal transmission over a single cable, simplifying installations and reducing clutter. Built to preserve image clarity, color accuracy, and audio integrity, it enables you to place a source far from the display while maintaining a seamless, cinema-grade viewing experience. Whether you’re upgrading a home theater, outfitting a conference room, or deploying AV in classrooms and digital signage applications, this extender provides a flexible, future-ready pathway to scalable, high-performance HDMI distribution.

• 4K Ultra-High-Definition video and immersive audio — Enjoy crystal-clear 4K video with rich color and detail, along with high-quality multi-channel audio that brings movies, games, and presentations to life. The Cinema 4K HDBaseT-Lite Extender preserves sharpness and depth, ensuring your displays look as intended by content creators. Whether you’re streaming from a media player, PC, or Blu-ray, you’ll experience superior image fidelity and console-like sound across the extended setup.
• Long-range extension over a single Cat cable with POH — HDBaseT-Lite technology transmits HDMI, audio, and essential control signals over a single Ethernet cable, reducing cabling complexity. Power-over-HDBaseT (POH) enables efficient power delivery across the link, minimizing the need for multiple power adapters and allowing you to place displays far from their sources without cluttered power runs. This combination makes installations cleaner and more reliable, whether in a living room, meeting room, or classroom.
• Professional-grade reliability for home and pro environments — Engineered for both residential setups and professional AV installations, the extender combines durable construction with thoughtful design that fits behind TVs, in equipment racks, or inside wall cavities. Its compact form factor, robust shielding, and consistent signal handling help installers deliver dependable performance in high-demand environments, from busy households to corporate spaces.
• Easy, plug-and-play installation with minimal configuration — Designed for straightforward setup, this extender minimizes downtime and technician workload. Connect your HDMI source to the transmitter, your display to the receiver, and run a single Cat cable between the two units. With automatic signal negotiation and hassle-free EDID handling, you’ll typically achieve a quick, reliable handshake that gets your content on screen with minimal tuning.
• Versatile use cases across home, business, and education — This extender is equally at home in a cinematic living room, a conference room, a classroom, or a digital signage installation. It supports a variety of source devices and display configurations, enabling scalable expansions to meet evolving AV needs. Whether you’re streaming 4K movies, presenting slides and video, or delivering dynamic signage, the IOGEAR solution helps you extend reach without sacrificing performance.

Technical Details of IOGEAR Cinema 4K HDBaseT-Lite Extender with HDMI Connection and POH

• HDBaseT-Lite technology enables HDMI, audio, and control signal transmission over a single Cat6/6a/5e cable
• Supports 4K video playback on compatible displays for high-resolution content
• Transmitter and Receiver pair with HDMI input/output connections for seamless signal flow
• Power-over-HDBaseT (POH) capability simplifies power delivery over the network cable
• Compact, installation-friendly design suitable for home theaters, offices, and classrooms
• Designed for reliable performance in both consumer and professional AV environments

how to install IOGEAR Cinema 4K HDBaseT-Lite Extender with HDMI Connection and POH

• Connect your HDMI source (Blu-ray player, media streamer, PC, etc.) to the transmitter’s HDMI input.
• Connect your display or projector to the receiver’s HDMI output.
• Run a single Cat6/6a/5e Ethernet cable between the transmitter and receiver to carry HDMI, audio, and control signals.
• Power the system using the POH capability over the Cat cable, or connect the power sources specified by the product’s manual as needed to the transmitter and/or receiver according to your installation.
• Power on the source and display, then verify the video and audio are correctly extended across the link. Adjust any source/display settings if required for optimal 4K performance.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What is HDBaseT-Lite? A: HDBaseT-Lite is a streamlined version of HDBaseT designed for reliable HDMI and audio/video extension over longer distances with reduced complexity. It maintains high-quality signal transmission suitable for home theaters and professional installations.
• Q: Does this extender support 4K content? A: Yes. The system is designed to handle 4K video on compatible displays and sources, delivering detailed, high-resolution images.
• Q: How is power supplied to the extender? A: The extender supports Power-over-HDBaseT (POH), allowing power to be delivered over the same Cat cable used for data, reducing the need for additional power outlets along the installation path. Depending on your setup, you may also use standard power adapters as directed in the product manual.
• Q: What cables are required? A: A single Cat6/6a/5e Ethernet cable is used to connect the transmitter and receiver, carrying HDMI, audio, and control signals. Higher-quality cables and shielding are recommended for optimal performance over longer runs.
• Q: Is installation easy for non-professionals? A: Yes. The extender is designed for straightforward, plug-and-play use. With a source, display, and a Cat cable, most users can achieve a reliable extended setup without advanced configuration. Installers will appreciate the compact form factor and flexible placement options.