Lightware UBEX-Pro20-HDMI-F100 RED 2xCAT Optical AV Over IP Video System for 10G Networks - 91820010

Product Overview

The Lightware UBEX-Pro20-HDMI-F100 RED 2xCAT is an F-type (transmitter) AV-over-IP node in the UBEX Pro20 HDMI series, configured with two CAT cable (copper) network connections rather than fiber SFP+ ports. Designed for uncompressed 4K HDMI 2.0 distribution over 10 Gigabit Ethernet, this variant provides direct RJ45 connectivity for installations where copper 10GbE infrastructure is in place. This is the practical choice for building-interior deployments where structured CAT6A or CAT7 cable plants are already installed and fiber routing is not available or not warranted by distance. Target keywords: Lightware UBEX Pro20 HDMI CAT copper 10G AV over IP, uncompressed 4K AV over IP CAT cable transmitter, UBEX Pro20 F100 2xCAT RJ45 transmitter.

Product Description

The UBEX-Pro20-HDMI-F100 RED 2xCAT accepts a single HDMI 2.0 source and transmits an uncompressed IP stream over 10GbE via two RJ45 (CAT) copper network ports. The dual-CAT configuration supports link redundancy or dual independent connection paths, reducing single points of failure in permanent commercial AV installations. No SFP+ transceivers are required — the unit connects directly to 10GbE-capable copper switch ports via standard CAT6A or CAT7 patch cable.

Signal processing is fully uncompressed at 4K/60Hz 4:4:4 HDMI 2.0, with HDR, multi-channel audio, and HDCP 2.2 support. The unit integrates with Lightware Device Controller (LDC) and supports RS-232, TCP/IP, and USB control interfaces for Crestron, AMX, Extron, and Q-SYS integration. The 1RU chassis is rack-mountable for equipment room installation.

Key Features

• Dual RJ45 (CAT) network ports — direct copper 10GbE connectivity, no SFP+ transceivers needed
• Uncompressed HDMI 2.0 over 10GbE — 4K/60Hz 4:4:4 with zero compression
• Dual-CAT for redundancy — two copper network connections for link resilience
• Cost-effective for copper infrastructure — leverages existing CAT6A/CAT7 structured cabling
• HDR and deep color support — HDR10 and Dolby Vision preserved in HDMI 2.0 stream
• HDCP 2.2 and 1.4 compliant — protected content distribution
• 8-channel audio support — PCM and HBR audio (Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD MA)
• LDC software integration — centralized management via Lightware Device Controller
• Third-party control interfaces — RS-232, TCP/IP, USB
• 1RU rack-mountable — standard form factor for equipment rooms

Typical Applications

• Building-interior AV-over-IP distribution on CAT6A/CAT7
• Conference room and boardroom uncompressed 4K AV
• Corporate campus AV systems with copper 10GbE backbone
• Training room signal distribution on structured cabling
• Government facility AV systems on existing copper infrastructure

Technical Specifications

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Frequently Asked Questions

What cable type is required for the 2xCAT ports?

CAT6A or CAT7 copper cable rated for 10GbE is recommended. CAT6 may work at shorter distances but CAT6A is the standard for reliable 10GbE over copper at typical AV distances up to 100m.

How does the copper variant compare to the fiber (2SM or 2MM) variants?

The 2xCAT variant uses copper RJ45 10GbE ports, limiting effective range to approximately 100m per port. The 2SM and 2MM variants use SFP+ optical ports, supporting much greater distances. Choose copper for short building-interior runs on existing CAT infrastructure; choose fiber for longer distances or inter-building runs.

Does this unit work with the same UBEX receivers as the fiber variants?

Yes. All UBEX Pro20 HDMI nodes operate on the same 10GbE IP platform regardless of physical network connection type. Copper-connected transmitters and fiber-connected receivers can coexist on the same 10GbE switch.

What switch is required?

A 10GbE switch with RJ45 copper ports (such as switches with SFP+ and RJ45 10GbE ports), jumbo frame support, and IGMP snooping for multicast deployments.

Where can I purchase this product?

Available from Creation Networks, an authorized Lightware commercial AV reseller.