Tripp Lite 3 Port HDMI over Cat5/6 Switch/Extender Kit, 1080p 60 Hz, Serial and IR Control, 656 ft. (200 m), TAA

Overview

The Tripp Lite B160-103-HDSI is an HDMI over Cat5e/6 switch and extender kit designed to transmit high-definition video, audio, and control signals over long distances. It supports 1080p resolution at 60 Hz with 24-bit color depth, allowing you to connect up to three source devices to a single remote display located up to 656 feet away without compromising image quality. This kit is ideal for setups where the source equipment needs to be secured away from the display, such as lecture halls, retail environments, or trade-show booths.

Key features

• Extends HDMI or DVI video signals up to 656 feet using standard Cat5e or Cat6 cabling, eliminating the need for expensive HDMI cables over long runs
• Supports three transmitters feeding one receiver, enabling seamless switching between multiple source devices at the remote display
• Includes RS-232 and infrared control signal transmission, allowing remote management of projectors, monitors, or media players from the display location
• Plug-and-play design requires no software or drivers, simplifying installation and reducing setup time
• Comes with all necessary adapter cables and mounting hardware for flexible installation behind displays, inside podiums, or on rack shelves
• Meets TAA compliance standards, making it suitable for government and federal procurement projects

Key specs

• Maximum extension distance: 656 feet (200 meters) over Cat5e/6 cable
• Video resolution: 1080p at 60 Hz with 24-bit True Color
• Number of transmitters: 3
• Receiver units: 1
• Control signals supported: RS-232 and infrared (IR)
• Compliance: TAA (Trade Agreements Act)

Connectivity and compatibility

This kit supports HDMI and DVI video sources, making it compatible with a wide range of devices such as Blu-ray players, computers, media players, and gaming consoles. The inclusion of RS-232 and IR control lines ensures you can operate connected devices remotely, which is especially useful in professional AV setups where equipment is stored away from the user.

• Supports HDMI and DVI input sources
• RS-232 and IR ports for remote device control
• Uses common Cat5e or Cat6 network cables for video and control signal transmission

Installation and setup

The system’s plug-and-play design means you can quickly set up the extender kit without needing additional software or drivers. Simply connect the transmitters to your source devices, run Cat5e or Cat6 cables to the receiver near your display, and power the units. The included mounting hardware and adapter cables provide flexibility to install the units in various environments, whether behind a display, inside a podium, or on a rack shelf.

Ideal uses and environments

This extender kit is well suited to environments where long-distance HDMI transmission is required without signal degradation. It works well in lecture halls, conference rooms, retail displays, trade shows, and government facilities. The ability to control devices remotely and switch between multiple sources makes it a strong choice for professional AV installations that demand reliability and ease of use.