70M 18Gbps HDBaseT Extender Kit

Product Overview

The AVPro Edge 70M 18 Gbps HDBaseT Extender Kit transmits full 4K60 4:4:4 video with HDR over a single CAT6 cable at distances up to 70 meters, and extends HD 1080p signals up to 100 meters without signal degradation. With 18 Gbps of available bandwidth, this kit handles the complete HDMI 2.0 signal specification — including uncompressed 4K at full chroma, high dynamic range, and multi-channel audio — on the same cable infrastructure used for standard HDBaseT installations. Integrated I-Pass, bi-directional power, RS232, and IR pass-through consolidate video, audio, control, and power into a single CAT6 cable run, reducing installation complexity and conduit usage. For integrators working on high-end residential, boardroom, or broadcast installations where full 4K60 4:4:4 fidelity is required, this kit delivers that specification at distances where most competing products require signal compromise.

Product Description

The distinction between a 10.2 Gbps and an 18 Gbps HDBaseT extender matters most when the source or display requires full 4K60 4:4:4 chroma — a specification demanded by high-end display calibration, medical imaging, and video production environments. This AVPro Edge 18 Gbps HDBaseT Extender Kit satisfies that requirement at 70 meters over CAT6, covering the longest cable runs typically encountered in commercial AV without resorting to fiber or signal compression. I-Pass technology carries CEC and IR signals alongside the primary video and audio stream, eliminating the need for separate IR emitter infrastructure. Bi-directional power allows either the transmitter or receiver to supply power to the opposite unit, which is valuable in installations where power outlets are only accessible at one end of the cable run. RS232 pass-through integrates with room control processors including Crestron, AMX, and Extron for complete AV system management over the same cable. The slim transmitter and receiver profiles mount cleanly in rack panels, wall boxes, or equipment shelves.

Key Features

• 18 Gbps bandwidth — full HDMI 2.0 specification over HDBaseT
• 4K60 4:4:4 pass-through at up to 70 meters over CAT6
• HD 1080p extension up to 100 meters
• Full HDR and HLG pass-through at 4K60 4:4:4
• I-Pass for CEC and IR control signal integration
• Bi-directional power — transmitter or receiver can power the opposite unit
• RS232 pass-through for control system integration (Crestron, AMX, Extron)
• IR pass-through for remote source and display control
• Slim form factor for clean rack, wall box, or surface mounting
• Compatible with standard CAT6 infrastructure

Typical Applications

• High-end corporate boardrooms requiring full 4K60 4:4:4 from source to display
• Broadcast and production control rooms with 4K60 monitoring requirements
• Medical imaging facilities where full chroma fidelity is clinically significant
• University auditoriums and performance venues with long-distance 4K distribution
• High-end residential home theaters and media rooms
• Luxury hotel suites and conference facilities with 4K presentation infrastructure

Technical Specifications

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between this kit and the 10.2 Gbps version?

The 18 Gbps kit supports full 4K60 4:4:4 chroma subsampling, which is the uncompressed HDMI 2.0 color specification. The 10.2 Gbps kit is limited to 4K60 4:2:0, which reduces color resolution. For most commercial presentation applications, 4:2:0 is sufficient. For broadcast, medical, or display calibration applications, 4:4:4 is required.

Is CAT5e compatible, or is CAT6 required?

CAT6 is required to achieve the rated 70-meter 4K60 4:4:4 and 100-meter HD distances. CAT5e may operate at shorter distances but is not certified for the full published specifications at 18 Gbps.

Does the bi-directional power work with any power supply?

The power supply arrangement is handled internally between the TX and RX units. Only one end needs to be powered, and the active unit will supply power to the unpowered unit over the CAT6 cable.

Can this be used with a Crestron or AMX control system?

Yes. The RS232 pass-through carries serial control data from a control processor at the equipment rack to a serial-controlled device at the display or vice versa, compatible with Crestron, AMX, Extron, and other RS232-based control systems.