StarTech.com HDMI over IP Extender with Video Compression - HDMI over CAT6 Extender - 1080p

Experience seamless HDMI distribution across your local area network with the StarTech.com HDMI over IP Extender with Video Compression. This advanced solution is engineered for digital signage, corporate presentations, classrooms, and broadcast-style installations where crystal-clear 1080p video needs to travel reliably over standard CAT6 networks. By integrating efficient video compression and an intuitive transmitter/receiver architecture, it minimizes bandwidth consumption while maximizing image quality, making it ideal for environments that demand dependable, long-range HDMI delivery without the clutter of multiple dedicated cables.

• HDMI over IP Extender with built‑in video compression delivers high-definition content across a LAN using CAT6 or higher cabling, reducing bandwidth strain while preserving crisp detail and accurate color at 1080p.
• HDMI over CAT6 design is optimized for digital signage, education, retail, and corporate AV installations, enabling flexible placement of displays without proximity to video sources.
• Plug-and-play architecture with minimal setup requirements means you can deploy quickly in existing network environments—no complex software installs needed.
• HDCP-compliant protection ensures your protected content remains secure as it travels over the network to remote displays and projectors.
• Compact, fanless enclosure and silent operation make it suitable for desktop or wall-mounted deployments in reception areas, control rooms, and conference spaces.

Technical Details of StarTech.com HDMI over IP Extender with Video Compression

• HDMI input and output connections to source devices and displays allow direct, plug-and-play integration with existing HDMI gear.
• RJ-45 LAN ports on both transmitter and receiver enable IP-based HDMI transport over CAT6 cables within a local network.
• Integrated video compression optimizes bandwidth usage, delivering reliable 1080p video across standard network infrastructure.
• Supports HDMI over IP transmission in a point-to-point configuration for straightforward installations and reduced network complexity.
• HDCP-compliant so protected content remains secure during transmission between source and display.
• Compact, rugged design with passive cooling to operate quietly in office or institutional environments.
• Power supplied by external adapters, ensuring compatibility with typical AV and IT power setups.

How to install StarTech.com HDMI over IP Extender with Video Compression

• Power down all devices before connecting any cables to avoid equipment damage and to ensure a clean startup sequence.
• Connect the HDMI source (e.g., Blu-ray player, PC, media player) to the transmitter’s HDMI input using a standard HDMI cable.
• Run a CAT6 (or higher) network cable from the transmitter to the receiver, or place the devices on the same LAN and rely on your network switch for routing—this is the backbone that carries the HDMI signal over IP.
• Connect the receiver’s HDMI output to the display or projector using another HDMI cable, ensuring the display is set to the correct input source.
• Plug in the power adapters for both the transmitter and receiver and power on the source and display. If the LED indicators suggest normal operation, you should begin to see the HDMI signal appear on the remote display without additional configuration.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What resolutions does this extender support? A: The system is designed to deliver up to 1080p video resolution with reliable performance across standard CAT6 networks, making it well-suited for digital signage and presentation use cases that do not require 4K content.
• Q: Can I use this over a regular LAN? A: Yes. The extender is built to transport HDMI signals across typical LAN infrastructure using CAT6 cables and standard network hardware, allowing you to leverage existing cabling and switches.
• Q: Is content protected during transmission? A: Yes, the extender is HDCP-compliant, ensuring protected content remains secure from source to display.
• Q: Do I need software to operate the extender? A: No software installation is required. The system is designed for plug-and-play operation with minimal setup.
• Q: Can I extend to multiple displays? A: This model is optimized for point-to-point HDMI over IP transmission. For multi-display configurations, refer to StarTech’s product family for compatible multi-display solutions and guidance on network planning.
• Q: What are typical installation environments? A: Ideal for digital signage deployments in retail, classrooms, corporate lobbies, control rooms, and event spaces where reliable HDMI transport over a LAN is advantageous and cable runs must be minimized.