Adder ALIF4001T-US – Dual-Head 5K IP KVM Transmitter, Dual SFP+

Product Overview

The Adder ALIF4001T-US is the transmitter unit of the ADDERLink INFINITY 4001, a high-performance dual-head DisplayPort IP KVM extender that relocates critical computers into a secure, temperature-controlled equipment room while preserving a pixel-perfect desktop at the operator position. This 5K IP KVM transmitter supports two displays at up to 5120 x 2880, refresh rates to 240 Hz, and multigigabit Ethernet connectivity through dual SFP+ cages. As part of the ADDERLink INFINITY matrix family, it scales from a simple point-to-point KVM over IP extender into a full any-to-any matrix under AIM management.

Product Description

The ALIF4001 transmitter connects to the host computer via two full-size DisplayPort inputs and a single USB 2.0 connection, then encodes video, audio, and USB for transport over standard IP infrastructure. Adder's spatially-lossless encoding with 1:1 pixel mapping delivers color-accurate video with no artifacts: what leaves the remote computer is what the operator sees. Color depth extends to 10 bits per color with support for SDR10 and HDR10 in both PQ and HLG formats.

Networking is where the ALIF4001 stands apart. Two SFP+ cages support 10GbE or 1GbE fiber links, and with Adder's multirate copper SFP module (SFP-CATX-MR) the unit runs 1/2.5/5/10 GbE over standard CAT6 cable up to 100 m. The dual ports also support network teaming for fully redundant operation in mission-critical installations. Resolutions span dual 5K (5120 x 2880 at 30 Hz), ultra-wide 5120 x 1440 at 60 Hz, and high-refresh HD at up to 240 Hz over a single IP connection.

USB 2.0 high-speed support covers transparent and True Emulation modes, handling graphics tablets, jog shuttles, joysticks, and isochronous devices like microphones and webcams, while allowing mass storage to be disabled in software for security. Audio options include bi-directional analog stereo and up to eight channels of digital audio over DisplayPort. Each ALIF4000-series unit can operate as a straightforward extender or as a self-managed distributed KVM switch where each receiver sees up to 16 sources; adding the ADDERLink INFINITY Manager (AIM) server turns the deployment into a fully scalable IP KVM matrix. Pair this transmitter with the matching ALIF4001R-US receiver to complete the link.

Key Features

• Dual-Head 5K Video — Delivers two 5120 x 2880 streams, ultra-wide 5120 x 1440 at 60 Hz, or HD at up to 240 Hz over a single IP connection.
• Pixel-Perfect Encoding — Spatially-lossless compression with 1:1 pixel mapping reproduces the host's digital output without artifacts.
• 10-Bit Color and HDR10 — Supports 30 bits per pixel with SDR10 and HDR10 in PQ and HLG for color-critical work.
• Dual SFP+ Multigigabit Networking — 2x 10GbE/1GbE fiber, or 1/2.5/5/10 GbE over CAT6 to 100 m with the multirate copper SFP, with network teaming for redundancy.
• High-Speed USB 2.0 — Transparent and True Emulation USB supports tablets, jog shuttles, joysticks, webcams, and headsets; mass storage can be disabled in software.
• Extender or Matrix — Runs point-to-point, as a self-managed switch with up to 16 sources per receiver, or in a full AIM-managed matrix.
• Multi-Channel Digital Audio — Up to eight channels over DisplayPort plus bi-directional analog stereo line in/out.
• Plug and Play with Diagnostics — Zero-config delivery with no drivers required, intelligent EDID management, and onboard network diagnostics tools.

Typical Applications

• Broadcast studio production galleries and edit suites requiring 5K and HDR-accurate video
• Government space operations and command facilities with redundant network requirements
• Auditorium and all-hands room control positions where host PCs are racked remotely
• Training room and simulation environments needing low-latency, multi-display KVM

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a receiver as well?
Yes. This listing is the transmitter only. Pair it with the ALIF4001R-US receiver at the operator position.

Are SFP/SFP+ modules included?
No. Fiber and copper SFP modules are ordered separately so you can match your cabling plant: 1GbE or 10GbE fiber, or the multirate copper SFP for CAT6 runs.

Can it run over my existing copper network cabling?
Yes. With the SFP-CATX-MR multirate module, the unit operates at 1/2.5/5/10 GbE over standard CAT6 up to 100 m.

How does it scale into a matrix?
Standalone, each receiver can access up to 16 sources. Adding the AIM management server (ASP-001) creates a fully scalable IP KVM matrix with any-workstation-to-any-computer routing.

Does it support redundant networking?
Yes. The dual SFP+ ports support network teaming for full network redundancy in mission-critical applications.

Is software or a driver required on the host?
No. ALIF units ship in a zero-config state and work as soon as they are connected; no drivers or software installation is needed.

Where can I find compatible accessories?
SFP modules, rack mount kits, and the AIM server are available in the Adder Technology collection at Creation Networks.