AVPro Edge USB 2.0 Point to Point Extender Kit over CAT5e--480mbps.

Product Overview

The AVPro Edge USB 2.0 Point-to-Point Extender Kit extends USB 2.0 connectivity at up to 480 Mbps over a single CAT5e cable, enabling USB peripherals to be placed at distances well beyond the 5-meter native USB limit. This is the standard (non-TAA) version of the kit, suited for commercial AV installations, corporate deployments, and educational environments where federal procurement compliance is not a requirement. The point-to-point design creates a dedicated USB link between the transmitter and receiver, avoiding the latency and device compatibility issues that can occur with hub-based USB extension approaches. Plug-and-play operation means no driver installation is required for most USB 2.0 devices, reducing setup time during system commissioning.

Product Description

USB peripherals are increasingly central to AV installations — PTZ cameras, USB microphones, interactive whiteboards, touch displays, and control interfaces all rely on USB connectivity, and the 5-meter native USB distance limit makes permanent AV installations impractical without an extender. The AVPro Edge USB 2.0 Point-to-Point Extender Kit resolves this by transmitting full 480 Mbps USB 2.0 bandwidth over CAT5e cabling already present in most commercial buildings. The transmitter connects to the host computer's USB port, and the receiver connects to the USB peripheral, with a CAT5e cable of appropriate length between them. No additional power supplies, hubs, or software are needed for most standard USB 2.0 devices. The dedicated point-to-point signal path maintains data integrity and device responsiveness over the extension distance, which is particularly important for USB audio and video devices that are sensitive to latency or packet loss. For installations requiring TAA compliance or Made-in-USA sourcing, see the TAA-compliant version of this kit.

Key Features

• Extends USB 2.0 signals over a single CAT5e or CAT6 cable
• Full USB 2.0 bandwidth: up to 480 Mbps data transfer rate
• Point-to-point architecture for dedicated, stable USB signal delivery
• Plug-and-play — no drivers required for most USB 2.0 devices
• Compatible with USB cameras, microphones, whiteboards, and HID devices
• Uses existing CAT5e/6 cable infrastructure — no proprietary cabling required
• Low-latency transmission for USB audio, video, and control devices
• Compact transmitter and receiver for discreet mounting at host and peripheral locations

Typical Applications

• Conference rooms with USB cameras or speakerphones at the far end of the table
• Classrooms with USB interactive whiteboards at the front of the room
• Corporate training rooms with extended USB microphone or camera placement
• Broadcast studios with USB audio interfaces at the mixing position
• Houses of worship with USB control devices at the stage or podium
• Commercial AV installations requiring USB peripheral extension without TAA compliance

Technical Specifications

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between this kit and the TAA-compliant version?

This is the standard commercial version of the USB 2.0 extender kit. The TAA-compliant version is manufactured in the USA and meets Trade Agreements Act requirements for federal government and GSA procurement. Functionally, both kits perform identically.

Does this kit require any drivers to be installed?

No drivers are required for most standard USB 2.0 devices. Some specialized USB devices may require their own device drivers, but those are installed by the device manufacturer — not the extender.

What cable length is supported?

Performance is cable-dependent. The kit is designed for CAT5e/6 cable runs typical in commercial AV installations. Use quality, terminated cable for best results.

Can I use this with a USB hub to extend multiple devices?

The kit is a point-to-point single-device extender. For extending multiple USB devices simultaneously, a USB hub can be connected to the receiver end, subject to the total USB bandwidth and hub compatibility of the connected devices.