Adder X100AS/R-US – AdderLink X100 KVM Receiver, Audio + De-Skew

Product Overview

The Adder X100AS/R-US is the audio-equipped, skew-compensated receiver in the AdderLink X100 KVM extender family, delivering keyboard, mouse, high-quality VGA video, and stereo audio at distances up to 100m (330ft) over Category 5 or higher UTP cable. It serves as the remote user station in X100 installations where image fidelity matters — the integrated skew compensation corrects the color separation long CATx runs can introduce. Buyers looking for an AdderLink X100 receiver, a PS/2 KVM extender remote unit with audio, or a CATx KVM user station with skew compensation will find vendor-verified performance in this short-haul workhorse.

Product Description

The AdderLink X100 series was designed for applications where KVM, video, and audio need extending no more than 100m (330ft), with industry-leading video clarity and compatibility. The X100AS/R is the receiver (console-end) unit including both the audio channel and skew compensation, making it the appropriate spare or expansion receiver for X100A installations and the preferred model where long cable runs or higher resolutions are in play.

Video performance is strong for the class: resolutions of 1600 x 1200 are achievable at the full 100m (330ft), and 1900 x 1440 at up to 50m (165ft). Signal compensation allows smooth, fine adjustment of the picture, and built-in brightness correction keeps images crisp and bright at distance. Full emulated DDC support means high-performance graphics cards negotiate high resolutions correctly through the link — a common failure point with basic extenders.

The receiver presents HD-15 video, MiniDin6 PS/2 keyboard and mouse, a 3.5mm audio jack, and a single RJ45 CATx port in a compact all-metal case (123 x 74 x 26mm) suited to desk or rack-plate mounting. The optional digital stereo audio channel delivers high-fidelity sound for speakers at the user position. The X100 family pairs with PS/2 or USB local modules at the computer end, and USB keyboard/mouse emulation at the local side is continuous, preserving availability and functions such as country code reporting for Sun systems. Complete X100 kits and accessories are available in the Adder Technology collection at Creation Networks.

Key Features

• 100m / 330ft CATx Extension — Extends keyboard, video, mouse, and audio up to 100 metres over CAT5/5e/6/7 cable.
• High-Resolution Video — Supports 1600 x 1200 at the full 100m, and 1900 x 1440 at up to 50m (165ft).
• Skew Compensation — Corrects the color skew that longer CATx cable runs introduce, preserving sharp imagery.
• Stereo Audio Channel — Digital stereo audio delivers high-fidelity sound to speakers at the remote user station via 3.5mm jack.
• Fine Video Compensation with Brightness Control — Smooth signal adjustment and brightness correction keep images crisp and clear.
• Emulated DDC — Full DDC support enables high-performance video cards to operate at high resolutions through the extension.
• Compact Metal Enclosure — All-metal 123 x 74 x 26mm case suits desktop placement or rack fascia mounting.
• Universal OS Support — Transparent to Windows, DOS, Linux, Unix, BSD, Sun OS, Solaris, Mac OS, and NetWare hosts.

Typical Applications

• Broadcast studio — operating rack-housed machines from an acoustically isolated position
• Government space — placing operator consoles away from secured equipment rooms
• Training room — extending instructor consoles from centralized computers
• House of worship — controlling presentation computers racked away from the operator desk

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this a complete extender pair?
No. The X100AS/R-US is the receiver/remote user station only. It pairs with an X100 local unit at the computer end; complete kits carry the /P part codes (e.g., X100A-PS2/P, X100A-USB/P).

What console connections does the receiver use?
The remote unit provides MiniDin6 PS/2 keyboard and mouse ports, HD-15 VGA video, and a 3.5mm audio jack.

Why choose the AS model over the plain X100/R?
The AS model adds the audio channel and skew compensation. If your cable run is long or your resolution high, skew compensation visibly improves image sharpness by correcting color separation.

What resolution can I expect at full distance?
1600 x 1200 is achievable at the full 100m (330ft); 1900 x 1440 is supported at up to 50m (165ft), per Adder's published specifications.

Does the extender require drivers?
No. The X100 is transparent to the host and works with all known operating systems, including Windows, Linux, Solaris, and Mac OS.

Can it be rack mounted?
Yes, using the Adder X-RMK-FASCIA universal rackmount plate for single-unit X Series extenders, available through Creation Networks.