SIIG 1080p HDMI USB KVM Over Cat6 Extender - 70m

Experience seamless multi-room control with the SIIG 1080p HDMI USB KVM Over Cat6 Extender. This compact yet powerful solution extends and transmits HDMI 1080p video, audio, and USB 2.0 signals across a single Cat6 cable up to 70 meters (about 230 feet), enabling a true console-style KVM experience wherever you need it. Perfect for corporate offices, data centers, classrooms, media studios, and digital signage setups, it combines reliable performance with easy plug-and-play deployment. Thanks to HDCP and EDID passthrough, compatibility with modern sources and displays is preserved, and USB HID support makes keyboard and mouse control effortless at the remote end. Built to simplify long-distance KVM arrangements, the transmitter and receiver pair delivers robust signal integrity, minimal latency, and flexible placement for both home and professional environments.

• Extends HDMI 1080p video with 60 Hz refresh rate and embedded audio to a remote display over Cat6 up to 70 meters (230 feet), preserving full HD quality for presentations, media playback, and gaming setups.
• USB 2.0 signals travel with the video, enabling remote keyboard and mouse control (USB HID) and basic peripheral support, so you can interact with the host computer from the distant location.
• HDCP and EDID passthrough ensure compatibility with protected media and consistent display timing, reducing compatibility headaches when connecting different sources and screens.
• Dedicated transmitter and receiver design supports a console-style KVM extension, letting you locate your computer in a rack or cabinet while keeping the user interface at the desk, podium, or control room.
• Ideal for multi-room workstations, control rooms, classrooms, and retail environments where reliable long-distance HDMI, USB, and KVM control are required without sacrificing image quality or responsiveness.

Technical Details of SIIG 1080p HDMI USB KVM Over Cat6 Extender - 70m

• Video: Transmits HDMI video at 1080p resolution with 60 Hz refresh rate and accompanying digital audio
• Transmission distance: Supports Cat6 (or higher) cabling up to 70 meters (approximately 230 feet)
• USB support: USB 2.0 signals extended to the remote end for keyboard/mouse and USB HID devices
• Connectivity: HDMI input/output on transmitter and receiver units; separate Cat6 link between the two units
• HDCP/EDID passthrough: Maintains compatibility with protected content and source/display EDID information
• KVM extender type: Console-style USB HDMI over Cat6 KVM solution, enabling centralized control from a remote location

How to install SIIG 1080p HDMI USB KVM Over Cat6 Extender - 70m

• Connect the HDMI source device (computer, media player, or other video source) to the transmitter’s HDMI input and attach any required audio connections if your setup uses external audio routing.
• Connect the transmitter to the computer via the USB upstream port to enable keyboard/mouse control and USB signaling across the Cat6 link.
• Run a single Cat6 (or Cat6a) Ethernet cable from the transmitter to the receiver, ensuring it’s rated for the length and environment of your installation.
• At the remote end, connect the HDMI display to the receiver’s HDMI output and plug in USB keyboard and mouse into the receiver’s USB ports to enable local control of the host computer.
• Power on both the transmitter and receiver, verify EDID negotiation and HDCP passthrough, then select the correct HDMI input on the display (and adjust any source settings if necessary) to begin using the extended KVM setup.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: What video resolution does this extender support? A: It transmits HDMI video up to 1080p at 60 Hz, with digital audio, suitable for most office, classroom, and entertainment applications.
• Q: How far can I run the Cat6 cable? A: The system supports up to 70 meters (approximately 230 feet) over Cat6 cabling, making it ideal for mid- to long-range installations.
• Q: Does it pass HDCP and EDID information? A: Yes, the extender supports HDCP passthrough and EDID passthrough to maintain compatibility with protected content and display timing.
• Q: Which USB devices are supported? A: The extender provides USB 2.0 signaling for keyboard and mouse (USB HID) and can support basic USB peripherals compatible with USB HID devices at the remote end.
• Q: Is this a true KVM solution? A: Yes, it functions as a KVM extender with HDMI video, USB input, and remote keyboard/mouse control, enabling centralized management from the distant location.