AVPro Edge AC-EX100-444-KIT Ultra Slim 100 Meter 4K60 4:4:4, HDR HDBaseT Extender

Product Overview

The AVPro Edge AC-EX100-444-KIT is a professional HDBaseT 3.0 extender kit delivering 4K 60Hz 4:4:4 HDR video over a single Cat6 cable at distances up to 100 meters. Its ultra-slim form factor makes it practical for installations where rack or wall space is constrained, including boardrooms, conference rooms, and commercial AV distribution systems. Operating at the full 18Gbps HDMI 2.0 bandwidth, it supports HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, and eARC, making it a complete long-cable HDMI replacement for modern commercial AV environments. Integrators specifying 4K HDBaseT extenders for corporate or hospitality installs will find this kit handles the signal integrity, control, and audio requirements of complex AV systems in a single, compact package.

Product Description

The AC-EX100-444-KIT is built on a newly designed highly integrated System on Chip that meets HDBaseT Spec 3.0, while remaining backward compatible with earlier HDBaseT infrastructure. It transmits uncompressed 4K 60Hz 4:4:4 video with near-zero latency (under 8ms), which is critical for live switching environments and interactive presentations. The kit supports USB 2.0 at 390Mbps for KVM functionality, allowing keyboard and mouse control at the display end — a significant advantage in boardroom or unified communication setups. Ethernet pass-through at 10/100Mbps allows network-connected devices at the display end to share the same Cat6 cable run used for video.

Bandwidth-Adaptable Output Configuration allows the receiver to negotiate the optimal bandwidth for the connected display, reducing compatibility issues with mixed-generation equipment. Audio extraction provides PCM 2-channel L/R analog output at the receiver, which is useful for local monitoring or integration with room audio systems. EDID management with EDID copy gives integrators control over source output resolution and audio codec selection without additional external tools.

Key Features

• HDBaseT Spec 3.0 — latest HDBaseT standard with backward compatibility to Spec 1.0 and 2.0 infrastructure.
• 4K 60Hz 4:4:4 at 100 Meters — full color depth 4K video over a single Cat6 cable at commercial AV distances.
• 18Gbps HDMI 2.0 Bandwidth — supports the full signal chain required for HDR10, HDR10+, HLG, and Dolby Vision.
• eARC Support — Enhanced Audio Return Channel for passing high-fidelity audio from the display back to the AV system.
• Ultra-Slim Form Factor — reduced footprint compared to standard HDBaseT extenders for installations with limited rack or surface space.
• Near-Zero Latency — under 8ms end-to-end, suitable for live switching and interactive AV environments.
• USB 2.0 KVM — 390Mbps USB extension for keyboard, mouse, and peripheral control at the display location.
• Ethernet Pass-Through — 10/100 Mbps network connectivity delivered over the same Cat6 cable as video.
• Bandwidth-Adaptable Output — automatic output configuration negotiation for maximum compatibility with connected displays.
• EDID Management with Copy — preset EDID modes plus the ability to copy EDID from any connected display.
• Audio Extraction — PCM 2-channel L/R analog audio output at the receiver.
• HDCP 2.3 — supports HDCP 2.3 and all earlier versions for full content protection compliance.

Typical Applications

• Corporate boardrooms and executive conference rooms requiring 4K HDR presentation over structured Cat6 cabling
• Unified communication rooms where KVM control at the display is needed alongside 4K video
• Hospitality AV systems distributing 4K content to in-room displays over existing cable infrastructure
• Education classrooms and lecture halls with 4K source equipment and remote display placement
• Commercial digital signage where the display location is up to 100 meters from the media source
• Government and enterprise AV systems requiring eARC audio return integration

Technical Specifications

Competitor Comparison

The AC-EX100-444-KIT is a direct competitor to other 4K HDBaseT extender kits targeting the 100-meter commercial AV market. Below is a factual comparison against two commonly specified alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions

What cable type is required for the full 100-meter distance?

Cat6 is the recommended cable for the full 100-meter run at 4K 60Hz 4:4:4. Cat5e may work at shorter distances but is not guaranteed for the full specification.

Does this extender support HDCP 2.3 protected content?

Yes. The AC-EX100-444-KIT supports HDCP 2.3 as well as all earlier HDCP versions, covering all commercially available protected content.

Can USB devices at the display end control a source at the headend?

Yes. The USB 2.0 extension at 390Mbps supports keyboard, mouse, and HID peripherals at the remote end for KVM control of a source device at the rack.

Is eARC available on this unit?

Yes. eARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel) is supported, allowing high-bitrate audio formats — including Dolby Atmos and DTS:X — to be returned from the display to the AV system over the same Cat6 cable.

Does the slim form factor affect thermal performance?

AVPro Edge engineered the new SoC specifically for the AC-EX100-444 platform. The ultra-slim chassis is designed to operate within normal thermal limits for commercial AV installations.

Can this unit be used with existing HDBaseT Spec 1.0 or 2.0 infrastructure?

Yes. The AC-EX100-444-KIT is backward compatible with earlier HDBaseT specifications, though some features such as eARC and full 4K 4:4:4 at 100m may require the paired AVPro transmitter and receiver.