Vivolink VLHDMIEXTHDB2.0 AV extender AV transmitter & receiver Black

The Vivolink VLHDMIEXTHDB2.0 is an AV transmitter and receiver pair designed to extend HDMI 2.0 video and control signals over Cat5e cabling. It supports up to 4096 x 2160 (4K) resolution and provides wired connectivity for HDMI, bi-directional IR, RS-232 and CEC control. The kit is HDCP 2.2 and HDMI 1.4 compliant and is powered by a single PSU with two-way Power over Cable (POC) support for simplified installation.

Advantages

This slim 4K HDBT extender offers full HDMI 2.0 compatibility with up to 18 Gbps bandwidth, allowing transmission of high-resolution video and audio with minimal signal loss. The unit supports point-to-point extension with bi-directional IR and RS-232 pass-through for remote control and device management. Compact dimensions and a single power supply for the pair reduce installation complexity in meeting rooms, residential setups or digital signage projects.

Suitable for

• Meeting rooms and conference spaces
• Residential AV distribution and home theatre setups
• Digital signage and retail displays
• Any installation requiring HDMI, IR and RS-232 extension over Cat5e/Cat6

Key specifications

• Model: Vivolink VLHDMIEXTHDB2.0 (Tx & Rx kit)
• Max resolution: 4096 x 2160 (4K)
• HDMI standard: HDMI 2.0 (backwards compatible with HDMI 1.4)
• Bandwidth: up to 18 Gbps
• Control interfaces: Bi-directional IR, RS-232, CEC
• HDCP: HDCP 2.2 compliant
• Cable type: Cat5e/Cat6 (HDBT)
• Extension range: up to 70 m at 1080p; up to 40 m at 4K@60Hz 4:4:4
• Power: single PSU included; two-way Power over Cable (POC)
• Dimensions (W×D×H): 184 × 161 × 126 mm (each unit)
• Colour: Black
• Package: 2 units per pack

How to use

Connect the transmitter (Tx) to the HDMI source and the receiver (Rx) to the display, then link the two units with Cat5e/Cat6 cable. Connect the provided PSU to the designated unit; two-way POC allows power to be shared between Tx and Rx when supported. Configure IR or RS-232 connections for remote control and device management as required, and verify CEC settings on connected devices for control over HDMI.

Recommendations

For optimal performance use high-quality Cat6 cable for longer runs and keep cables away from strong electromagnetic sources. Test the setup at the intended resolution and refresh rate before final installation and ensure both source and display devices support the selected 4K@60Hz 4:4:4 settings if required.