Adder XD522-DP-PAIR-US – AdderLink XD522 DisplayPort KVMA Extender Pair

Product Overview

The Adder XD522-DP-PAIR-US is an AdderLink XD522 DisplayPort KVM extender pair that lets organizations locate critical computing hardware in a secure, temperature-controlled room while the operator keeps a full desktop experience at the workstation. Over a single CATx cable, this DisplayPort KVM extender over CATx carries either two 1920x1200 @ 60Hz video streams or one higher-resolution stream (up to 3840x2160 @ 30Hz or 2560x1600 @ 60Hz), plus Hi-Speed USB 2.0, analog and digital audio, and serial. For teams comparing a USB 2.0 KVM extender with RS232 and HD audio, the XD522 delivers all of it on one cable run up to 150m.

Product Description

Moving workstation PCs out of the operating position pays off in noise, heat, security, and maintenance access — but only if the extension link is transparent to the user. The XD522 ships in a zero-config state: plug in the transmitter at the computer, the receiver at the desk, connect the CATx link, and start working. No drivers, software, or network configuration is required, which keeps installation predictable for integrators and acceptable to IT security teams that restrict host software.

Video flexibility is the headline. The link transports two 1920x1200 @ 60Hz displays for dual-monitor desks, or a single high-resolution display at up to 3840x2160 @ 30Hz or 2560x1600 @ 60Hz for imaging and design work. Extension distance reaches 150m (500ft) for a single 1920x1080 screen and 100m (330ft) for dual 1920x1200 screens or a single display up to 2560x1600 — enough to cross most buildings on one structured cabling run.

USB handling is equally thorough. The receiver provides four USB ports: three low/full-speed USB 2.0 ports driven by Adder's True USB Emulation technology for instant, reliable keyboard and mouse response, and a fourth Hi-Speed USB 2.0 port supporting transfer rates up to 480Mb/s for storage devices, audio interfaces, and other bandwidth-hungry peripherals. Audio support spans both analog and digital (S/PDIF) paths, with 3.5mm line in/out at the transmitter and line in/out plus microphone and headphone ports at the receiver.

For multi-room Adder deployments, pair the XD522 with switching and power products from our Adder Technology collection.

Key Features

• Single-Cable CATx Extension — Video, USB 2.0, analog and digital audio, and serial travel together over one CATx cable for clean structured-cabling installs.
• Flexible Video Modes — Carries two 1920x1200 @ 60Hz streams or one high-resolution stream up to 3840x2160 @ 30Hz / 2560x1600 @ 60Hz.
• Long Reach — Extends 150m (500ft) at 1920x1080 single-screen, or 100m (330ft) for dual screens or a single display up to 2560x1600.
• Hi-Speed USB 2.0 — A dedicated 480Mb/s USB 2.0 channel supports demanding peripherals alongside three emulated HID ports.
• True USB Emulation — Keyboard and mouse remain continuously emulated for instant response and dependable host booting.
• Full Audio Support — Analog 3.5mm line in/out plus microphone and headphone ports at the receiver, with digital S/PDIF transport.
• Zero-Config Deployment — No drivers, software, or setup; the pair works as soon as it is connected.

Typical Applications

• Broadcast studio desks operating machines housed in central machine rooms
• Government spaces removing computers from secure operator positions
• Commercial meeting space and boardroom installs where source PCs live in an equipment closet
• Training rooms separating instructor PCs from the presentation position

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the XD522 need software on the host computer?
No. The extender pair is delivered in a zero-config state and operates without drivers or host software, which suits locked-down corporate and government machines.

Can it drive two monitors?
Yes. The link carries two 1920x1200 @ 60Hz DisplayPort streams, or it can be used for a single higher-resolution display up to 3840x2160 @ 30Hz.

How far can I extend?
Up to 150m (500ft) for a single 1920x1080 screen, and up to 100m (330ft) for dual 1920x1200 screens or one display up to 2560x1600 over CATx.

Will high-speed USB devices work at the desk?
Yes. One receiver port provides Hi-Speed USB 2.0 at up to 480Mb/s, in addition to three emulated ports for keyboards, mice, and other HID devices.

Is audio supported in both directions?
The receiver offers line in/out plus microphone and headphone ports, and the transmitter provides line in/out, with digital S/PDIF transport across the link.

Can Creation Networks help with cabling design?
Yes. Contact our team for CATx cable selection and end-to-end Adder extension design for your facility.