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Vanco HDMI Extender over Single Cat 6/5e Cable with IR Blaster

BH #VA280501 • MFR #280501
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Vanco HDMI Extender over Single Cat 6/5e Cable with IR Blaster
Key Features
  • Transmits and Receives HDMI Signals
  • Audio/Video Support over Single Cat 6/5e
  • Supports up to 1080p Full HD up to 196'
  • Works with HDMI & HDCP Compliant Devices
The HDMI Extender over Single Cat 6/5e Cable with IR from Vanco enables you to transmit and receive HDMI signals over distances further than those of standard HDMI cables, extending video and audio over a single Cat 6/5e cable (not included) up to 196'. The HDMI Extender enables you to transmit a robust signal from an HDMI source, such as a Blu-ray device, cable box, or laptop, to a remote display.
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Vanco HDMI Extender over Single Cat 6/5e Overview

The HDMI Extender over Single Cat 6/5e Cable with IR from Vanco enables you to transmit and receive HDMI signals over distances further than those of standard HDMI cables, extending video and audio over a single Cat 6/5e cable (not included) up to 196'. The HDMI Extender enables you to transmit a robust signal from an HDMI source, such as a Blu-ray device, cable box, or laptop, to a remote display.

The included IR-blaster extension cables help to maintain remote control over distant devices. The signal can be auto-adjusted with the touch of a button for optimal resolutions up to HD 1080p60. The HDMI Extender set is suitable for small office, house of worship, and home theater Cat 6/5e setups where the HDMI source device is located at a remote distance from the display. This HDCP compliant extender features audio support up to 7.1 surround via HDMI, and full IR control over Cat 6/5e. Both transmitter and receiver are compact in form.

Key Features
Carries HDMI signals beyond the range of a standard HDMI cable
Extends video and audio over a single 196' Cat 6/5e cable; maintains full IR control
Auto-adjustment for optimal resolutions up to Full HD 1080p60
HDCP (content protection) compliant
Suitable for Cat 6/5e setups where the HDMI source is remotely connected to the display
Compact units are easy to install and feature LED signal link indicators
UPC: 741835106665

Vanco HDMI Extender over Single Cat 6/5e Specs

Interfaces
Transmission I/O
Transmitter:
1x HDMI Female Input
1x RJ45 Output
Receiver:
1x HDMI Female Input
1x RJ45 Output
Embedded Audio
HDMI
Power I/O
Transmitter:
1x Barrel (5 VDC at 1 A) Input
Receiver:
1x Barrel (5 VDC at 1 A) Input
Standards
HDCP Support
Yes
EDID Support
No
Transmission
Max Transmission Distance
1080p:
196' / 59.7 m (via Cat 5/6)
Video Format
HDMI :
1920 x 1080p: 60 fps
1920 x 1080i: 60 fps
1280 x 720p: 60 fps
720 x 480p: 60 fps
Supported Cable Types
Cat 5/6
Power
Power Consumption
Transmitter:
5 W
Receiver:
5 W
General
Operating Conditions
32 to 158°F / 0 to 70°C at 10 to 85% Humidity
Storage Conditions
12 to 176°F / -11 to 80°C at 5 to 90% Humidity
Dimensions
Receiver:
3.3 x 1.9 x 1" / 8.4 x 4.8 x 2.5 cm
Packaging Info
Package Weight
1.225 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
8.2 x 7.8 x 2.3"

Vanco HDMI Extender over Single Cat 6/5e Reviews

True plug and play!

By Mark
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-01-18

I have 3 of these in the theater I operate, and have had zero problems in the 2 years I've had them. Competing brands I've had would randomly drop sync, and were hard to get to connect. With this one, just plug in the receiver end, then the transmitter end (+ power), and it just connects! I've yet to have one of these drop signal, or even glitch due to sync loss. It's a solid unit at a fantastic price.

Unreliable Product

By Sean
Rated 1 out of 5
Date: 2022-02-01

We've tried using the specified cables at the recommended lengths and it still drops the signal. It's very unpredictable. Run BNC. Don't use this for anything.

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Can this be used to extend a signal from a ...

Can this be used to extend a signal from a mirrorless camera...for instance Let's say you're doing a live broadcast but you need the distance of long cable runs...can you come out of your camera into this unit, convert it to ethernet, and then go into the unit's mate, come out HDMI into an ATEM Mini Pro and from the ATEM mini pro into a laptop? I only see that it says televisions or Blu ray players...
Asked by: Darrin
Yes, this should be possible.
Answered by: Joe P
Date published: 2020-10-22

Can you use cat7,7a,8 instead of 5e/6,6a?

Can you use cat7,7a,8 instead of 5e/6,6a?
Asked by: Damien
No, only Cat 6/5e is compatible.
Answered by: Geetika
Date published: 2022-01-03

Does this support 1080p 25fps?

Does this support 1080p 25fps?
Asked by: Keolebogile
Yes
Answered by: Malobe
Date published: 2021-03-21

Does this unit come with a power supply??

Does this unit come with a power supply??
Asked by: Aaron
Yes
Answered by: Taylor
Date published: 2021-09-13

Does B&H sell a USB-to-5VDC cable that would ...

Does B&H sell a USB-to-5VDC cable that would enable this to run off a Power Delivery battery? Thanks!
Asked by: Paul
I'm sorry at this time we do not have a Battery option for the Vanco HDMI Extender over Single Cat 6/5e Cable with IR Blaster.
Answered by: Chris H
Date published: 2021-12-13

Can this be plugged into a network port or does ...

Can this be plugged into a network port or does the cat cable have to run directly from transmitter to receiver?
Asked by: John
No, you cannot run the encoded transmitted HD video signal through a network switch. The HDMI input transmitter links directly with the HDMI output receiver sending your HDMI signal and IR over Cat 5 or 6 up to the manufacturer determined distance. Pay more for longer distance transmission.
Answered by: Aaron
Date published: 2022-04-21

Do you need to power BOTH the sender and receiver ...

Do you need to power BOTH the sender and receiver or is it POE with only one box needing power?
Asked by: Kyle
Yes, Both the TX and the RX Vanco HDMI Extender over Single Cat 6/5e Cable with IR Blaster would need to be powered with wall adapters which are included in the package. An alternate that would power the RX from the TX would be the MuxLab UHD-4K HDMI over HDBaseT Lite Extender Kit with PoE BH #MUHDMIEKPOEhttps://bhpho.to/3QN7gNq
Answered by: Chris H
Date published: 2024-10-24

Can I use multiple sets of HDMI extenders?

Can I use multiple sets of HDMI extenders?
Asked by: Alex
These devices are one to one extenders. there is no way to multicast from 1 video transmitter to multiple receivers or for 1 receiver to accept video from multiple transmitters.
Answered by: jabarih
Date published: 2021-04-27
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