4K60Hz 18Gbps HDMI Extender over Cat5e/6 - 50M
KanexPro EXT-50M18G — ultra-slim 4K@60Hz 18Gbps HDMI extender over Cat5e/6 to 50M. HDMI loop-out, one-way IR, PoC from one 12V adapter, HDR, 3-year…
The KanexPro EXT-50M18G is an ultra-slim 4K@60Hz 18Gbps HDMI extender that transmits UHD 4K video with HDR over a single Cat5e/6 cable to 50M (164 ft.). The TX unit includes an HDMI loop-out for connecting a local confidence monitor without splitting the signal. One-way IR pass-through lets a remote at the display control the source, and Power over Cable runs both units from one 12V/1A adapter at either end. Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD Master Audio and DTS:X pass through. Each unit has power and data LEDs and a Micro USB service port for firmware updates, and mounting ears are included. The ultra-slim 18mm profile fits cleanly behind displays or in equipment pockets. Backed by KanexPro's 3-year limited warranty.
- Ultra-slim 4K@60Hz 18Gbps HDMI extender over single Cat5e/6 up to 50M (164 ft.)
- HDMI loop-out on TX unit for local display or confidence monitoring
- HDR support; 4K@60Hz 4:4:4 (8-bit)
- One-way IR pass-through (RX IR IN to TX IR OUT), IR receiver and blaster cables included
- PoC: one 12V/1A adapter at either unit powers both
- Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD Master Audio and DTS:X pass-through
- HDMI 2.0, HDCP 2.2 / HDCP 1.4, automatic EDID copy
- Power and data LEDs, Micro USB service port for firmware updates, mounting ears included
- Ultra-slim form factor: 61x88x18mm TX and RX
- 3-year KanexPro limited warranty
Specifications| HDMI / HDCP | HDMI 2.0 | HDCP 2.2 / HDCP 1.4 |
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| Bandwidth | 18Gbps |
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| Max Resolution | 4K@60Hz 4:4:4 (8-bit) | 10/12-bit at 4K60 4:2:2 | HDR |
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| HDMI Loop-Out | Yes — TX unit |
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| Cable | Single Cat5e / Cat6 |
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| Max Distance | 50M (164 ft.) at 4K@60Hz on Cat5e | up to 60M at 4K60 / 70M at 4K30 and 1080p on Cat6, per manual |
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| IR | One-way: RX IR IN to TX IR OUT (20-60kHz receiver and blaster cables included) |
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| Audio | LPCM 7.1 | Dolby TrueHD | Dolby Digital Plus | DTS-HD Master Audio | DTS:X |
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| Service Port | Micro USB on TX and RX (firmware updates) |
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| Indicators | Power LED (green) | Data LED (orange) |
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| Power | One DC 12V/1A adapter, PoC powers the other unit | 3.84W |
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| Dimensions | 61 x 88 x 18mm (TX and RX) |
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| Weight | TX 160g | RX 155g |
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| Operating Temp | 0 to 40 degrees C |
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| Storage Temp | -20 to 60 degrees C |
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| Humidity | 20-90% RH, non-condensing |
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| In the Box | TX, RX, IR blaster cable, IR receiver cable, 12V/1A locking adapter, 4 mounting ears |
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| Warranty | 3-year limited warranty |
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Questions
- What is the maximum transmission distance?
- The extender reaches 50M (164 ft.) at 4K@60Hz over a single Cat5e or Cat6 cable.
- How is the system wired end to end?
- Connect the HDMI source to TX HDMI IN, run a single Cat5e/6 cable from TX CAT OUT to RX CAT IN (up to 50M), and connect the remote display to RX HDMI OUT. Plug the 12V/1A adapter into either unit; PoC powers the other. For IR, put the receiver cable in RX IR IN and aim the blaster on TX IR OUT at th
- Why choose an ultra-slim extender for this application?
- The 61 x 88 x 18mm ultra-slim TX/RX chassis suits tight rack or behind-display mounting where space is limited, while still delivering 18Gbps 4K@60Hz HDR performance to 50M.
- What audio formats are passed through?
- LPCM 2.0 to 7.1, Dolby Digital, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS-ES, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS-HD HRA and DTS:X.
- What is the maximum resolution and bandwidth of the EXT-50M18G?
- HDMI 2.0 and HDCP 2.2 / 1.4 with 18Gbps bandwidth: up to 4K@60Hz 4:4:4 at 8-bit, or 10/12-bit at 4K60 4:2:2/4:2:0, with HDR.
- How does the HDMI loop-out fit into a system?
- The TX unit's HDMI OUT (Loop) port drives a local confidence monitor or secondary display simultaneously with the extended signal to the RX, operating independently of the RJ45 output.
- How is RS-232 control passed through?
- There is no RS-232 port on the EXT-50M18G. Control is one-way IR: the IR receiver cable on the receiver's IR IN picks up a remote at the display, and the IR blaster on the transmitter's IR OUT repeats it to the source.
- What are the unit dimensions and weight?
- The ultra-slim TX and RX chassis measures 2.40 x 3.46 x 0.71 in (61 x 88 x 18mm); TX weighs 0.35 lb (160g) and RX weighs 0.34 lb (155g).
- What cable type is required?
- The extender runs over a single Cat5e or Cat6 cable, STP recommended for best signal integrity at maximum distance; avoid running it parallel to power lines.
- 4K signal is degraded at maximum distance. What should I check?
- Ensure STP (shielded twisted pair) Cat5e/6 cable is used, avoid running the cable parallel to power lines, check connectors for damage, and try reducing cable length.