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AV Distribution | HDBaseT and Cat6 Extenders, HDMI Splitters, Switchers, 4x4 Matrix, VGA Distribution Amplifiers, Signal Converters
AV distribution: get one source to many screens, over any distance.
HDMI and VGA extenders, splitters, switchers, and matrix switchers for conference rooms, classrooms, digital signage, houses of worship, sports bars, and command centers. HDBaseT for 4K 60Hz over a single Cat6 to 100 m with power, IR, and RS-232 down the same cable; passive and active Cat5e/Cat6 baluns for 1080p on a budget; fiber for 20 km; 18 Gbps HDMI 2.0 splitters and matrices for the rack. Stocked, same-day shipping, integrator pricing on projects.
Pick by what you're doing
| Need | Use | Products |
|---|---|---|
| One source, one far display | Extender | HDBaseT 70 m / 100 m for 4K; Cat6 balun 100 ft or active 300 ft for 1080p; fiber for 20 km |
| One source, several displays in the same room | Splitter | HDMI 1x2, 1x4, 1x8 (2.0b 18 Gbps for 4K 60); VGA 1x2 / 1x4 / 1x8 DA |
| One source, several far displays | Splitter + extender | HDBaseT 1x4 with loop out; PoE 1x4 over Cat6 with receivers; VGA 1x4 / 1x8 to 900 ft |
| Several sources, one display | Switcher | HDMI 3x1 auto-switch 4K 60; 5x1 1080p |
| Several sources, several displays | Matrix | HDMI 4x4 and 4x2 (2.0, 18 Gbps); HDBaseT 4x4 with 70 m outputs; 4x4 over Cat6 with receivers |
HDBaseT vs HDMI over IP vs baluns
HDBaseT is the standard for commercial 4K: uncompressed, zero latency, one Cat6, PoC so the receiver needs no outlet, and control (IR, RS-232, Ethernet) rides along. Use it for anything you'd certify. Active Cat5e/Cat6 extenders are the 1080p value option for a display down the hall. Passive baluns are for short 1080p runs with no power anywhere. HDMI over IP compresses and adds latency; we don't stock it. Every HDBaseT and Cat6 product here is rated with bare-copper cable; CCA will shorten the reach and cause dropouts, so pair with our Cat6 patch cables or bulk Cat6.
Filters on this page: signal (HDMI, VGA, DVI), function (extender, splitter, switcher, matrix), transport (HDBaseT, Cat5e/Cat6, fiber), outputs, and max distance. Cables: HDMI 2.0, 2.1 and fiber AOC. Design help and volume quotes: integrator pricing →
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Audio-Video Extenders FAQ
1. What is an A/V extender?
A/V extenders transmit HDMI, DisplayPort, audio, USB or control signals over longer distances than standard cables—typically via Cat 6/6a, fiber, or coax—while preserving resolution and latency.
2. How far can Conversions Tech HDMI-over-Cat 6 extenders run?
Up to 150 m / 492 ft at 1080p and 70 m / 230 ft at 4K60 4:4:4 using solid-copper Cat 6a; HDBaseT models reach 100 m at 4K.
3. Do they support 4K60 HDR?
Yes—our latest HDBaseT 3.0 and 18 Gb/s HDMI 2.0 models pass 4K60 4:4:4 HDR10/HLG and Dolby Vision.
4. What cable should I use?
Solid copper Cat 6a/7 for twisted-pair units; OM3/OM4 duplex multimode fiber for 10 Gb/s optical extenders.
5. Is there any noticeable latency?
All copper extenders are visually lossless with <1 µs latency; fiber models are essentially zero-latency (no compression).
6. Do they carry USB for webcams or touch screens?
Yes—select SKUs include integrated USB 2.0/USB-HID channels (up to 60 m) for KVM, interactive displays, or PTZ camera control.
7. Are extenders Power-over-Cable capable?
PoC/PoH units send 48 V DC from either the TX or RX so you only need one PSU at the source side.
8. Do they pass EDID, HDCP 2.2 and CEC?
Absolutely—bidirectional EDID & HDCP 2.2 authentication plus one-way or two-way CEC depending on model.
9. Is IR or RS-232 control included?
Most models feature 20–60 kHz IR pass-through and full-duplex RS-232 (up to 115 kb/s) for projector lifts or matrix switchers.
10. Can I cascade or daisy-chain extenders?
You may add a switcher or splitter between hops, but signal regeneration adds cost. For >100 m consider our fiber series.
11. Wall-plate vs. box style—pros and cons?
Wall-plates blend into conference rooms and draw PoH locally; standalone boxes suit rack-mount installs and offer more I/O (USB, audio).
12. Do extenders support ARC/eARC?
Yes—HDMI 2.1 eARC is available on the 48 Gb/s fiber units; copper HDBaseT supports ARC (audio return) up to Dolby Digital 5.1.
13. What ESD & surge protection is built in?
±8 kV contact / ±15 kV air ESD plus 2 kV lightning surge on TMDS, per IEC 61000-4-5.
14. Rack-mount options?
1U and 2U rack trays hold up to eight transmitter or receiver boxes with front-mount power distribution.
15. Installation tips for best signal?
Keep Cat cables away from AC mains, punch down keystone jacks instead of RJ-45 couplers, and use factory-terminated Cat 6a for 4K60.
16. Are these extenders HDCP-compliant?
Yes—versions up to HDCP 2.3 with automatic key renewal for 4K UHD Blu-ray and streaming devices.
17. Warranty & tech support?
3-year advance-replacement warranty plus lifetime e-mail/phone support.
18. Where can I download spec sheets & manuals?
Download the full PDF bundle—block diagrams, pin-outs, and bandwidth charts.
*Specifications, features, and availability are subject to change without notice. Conversions Tech reserves the right to make modifications at any time.*
