{"product_id":"rgb-spectrum-cat-linx-3-plus-tx-transmitter-4k-uhd-60hz-4-4-4-over-catx","title":"RGB Spectrum CAT-Linx 3 Plus TX – 4K HDMI KVM Extender Transmitter","description":"\u003ch2\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe RGB Spectrum CAT-Linx 3 Plus TX is the transmitter half of a 4K HDMI KVM extender pair that carries HDMI 2.0 video, embedded audio and USB 2.0 over a single CATx run. It is specified where an operator needs both the picture and the keyboard, mouse and peripherals of a remote machine, which is the difference between this family and a video-only extender. RGB Spectrum publishes one USB host port and four USB device ports at each end for remote KVM control, with 3840x2160 support to 100 m over Cat 6a or Cat 7. The unit is deployed as a pair with its matching receiver.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eMoving a workstation out of an occupied room and extending it back to the desk solves noise, heat and physical security problems at once, and it needs USB as well as video. The CAT-Linx 3 Plus TX provides that path over structured cabling: HDMI 2.0 with HDCP 2.2 on the video side, embedded HDMI audio, and a published USB 2.0 arrangement of one host port and four device ports at both the transmitter and the receiver for remote KVM control. Published transmission distance is 3840x2160 to 100 m and 1080P to 140 m over Cat 6a or Cat 7 cable, dropping to 70 m and 100 m respectively on Cat 5e or Cat 6. Control of connected equipment is available over RS-232 and via IR with emitter and receiver leads included. Power is 12V 3A DC or Power-over-CATx, and the chassis measures 9.6 by 3.55 by 1.0 inches at 1.45 lbs. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:12px;margin:16px 0;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0603\/7982\/4364\/files\/rgb-spectrum-cat-linx-3-plus-front.jpg?v=1788377977\" alt=\"RGB Spectrum CAT-Linx 3 Plus 4K HDMI KVM extender unit\" style=\"width:100%;max-width:320px;height:auto;border-radius:6px;\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003eRGB Spectrum publishes a single shared specification table covering both directions of this pair, so the figures apply at each end; this part number is the transmitter. Order it with the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creationnetworks.net\/products\/rgb-spectrum-cat-linx-3-plus-rx-receiver-4k-uhd-60hz-4-4-4-over-catx\"\u003eRGB Spectrum CAT-Linx 3 Plus RX\u003c\/a\u003e, since neither end functions alone. Fixed installations add the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creationnetworks.net\/products\/rgb-spectrum-920-12033-table-or-wall-mount-bracket-single-cat-linx-3-or-zio-endpoint\"\u003e920 12033 table or wall mount bracket\u003c\/a\u003e to secure the endpoint, and the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creationnetworks.net\/products\/rgb-spectrum-860-11989-replacement-power-supply-cat-linx-2-and-3-2a-12vdc\"\u003e860 11989 replacement power supply\u003c\/a\u003e is the spare to hold for the CAT-Linx family. Where a project needs video extension only and no USB, the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creationnetworks.net\/products\/rgb-spectrum-cat-linx-3-tx-transmitter-single-channel-4k-uhd-60hz-over-catx\"\u003eCAT-Linx 3 TX\u003c\/a\u003e is the lower-cost endpoint in the same product line.\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKVM extension over one cable\u003c\/strong\u003e — Published USB 2.0 host and device ports at both ends carry keyboard, mouse and peripherals alongside the video signal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHDMI 2.0 with HDCP 2.2\u003c\/strong\u003e — The published input signal type covers current commercial sources including protected content.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100 m at 4K\u003c\/strong\u003e — RGB Spectrum publishes 3840x2160 to 100 m and 1080P to 140 m over Cat 6a or Cat 7 structured cabling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFive USB ports per end\u003c\/strong\u003e — One USB host port plus four USB device ports at the transmitter and receiver support a full operator peripheral set.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower-over-CATx\u003c\/strong\u003e — A 12V 3A DC supply at one end can feed the far end, which simplifies installation where outlets are scarce.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEmbedded audio support\u003c\/strong\u003e — Stereo, LPCM 5.1 and LPCM 7.1 plus Dolby True HD and DTS-HD Master Audio travel with the video.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRS-232 and IR control\u003c\/strong\u003e — Serial control and IR pass-through let a control system reach devices at the opposite end of the link.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommercial environmental rating\u003c\/strong\u003e — Published 0 to 45 °C operation at 10% to 90% non-condensing humidity fits conditioned commercial and control room spaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTypical Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eControl room\u003c\/strong\u003e — Operator desks reach racked workstations with keyboard, mouse and video over one structured cable, keeping noise and heat out of the room.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommand center\u003c\/strong\u003e — Watch positions control machines held in a secured equipment room rather than under the desk.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOperations center\u003c\/strong\u003e — Shift desks gain full peripheral access to remote hosts without a dedicated KVM-over-IP network build.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEmergency operations center\u003c\/strong\u003e — Activation seats are cabled once and connected to whichever host the incident requires.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBoardroom\u003c\/strong\u003e — A presentation machine in the credenza or rack is driven from the table with both video and USB on one run.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBroadcast studio\u003c\/strong\u003e — Edit and playout machines stay in the machine room while operators work from the studio floor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRGB Spectrum publishes one shared specification table for the CAT-Linx 3 Plus TX and RX; the values below are published by RGB Spectrum for that product line and apply to both directions of the pair. This part number is the transmitter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x:auto;-webkit-overflow-scrolling:touch;\"\u003e\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;min-width:320px;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInput Signal Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003eHDMI 2.0 with HDCP 2.2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Signal Resolution\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e4096x2160@60Hz, 3840x2160@60Hz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor Space \u0026amp; Sampling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e4:4:4 (4096x2160@30Hz, 3840x2160@30Hz, 2K@60Hz, HD@60Hz) and 4:2:0 (4096x2160@60Hz, 3840x2160@60Hz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInput Video Level\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e0.5~1.0V p-p\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Pixel Clock Rate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e297 MHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTransport Signal Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003eCAT 5e\/6\/6a\/7\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVideo Impedance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e100 ohms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTransmission Distance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003eCat 6a\/7: 3840x2160 to 100 m (330 ft); 1080P to 140 m (460 ft) \/ Cat 5e\/6: 3840x2160 to 70 m (230 ft); 1080P to 100 m (330 ft)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAudio Formats\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003eHDMI Embedded Audio: Stereo, LPCM 5.1, LPCM 7.1; Dolby True HD, DTS-HD Master Audio\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eControl Method\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003eRS-232\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExternal Device Control\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003eVia IR (IR Emitter \u0026amp; Receivers included) \u0026amp; RS232\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUSB Connections\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003eTX \u0026amp; RX - One USB Host and four USB Device ports for remote KVM control\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUSB Version\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e2.0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e0 to 45 °C (32 to 113 °F)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage Temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e-20 to 70 °C (-4 to 158 °F)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e10% to 90%, non-condensing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower Supply\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e12V, 3A DC \/ Power-over-CATx\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions (W x H x D)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e9.6 x 3.55 x 1.0 inches (245 x 90.2 x 25 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e1.45 lbs \/ 0.66 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSafety\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003eCE, EMI\/EMC CE, FCC Class A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.9em;color:#666;\"\u003eSpecifications published by RGB Spectrum.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need both the transmitter and the receiver?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The link is a point-to-point pair, so order this transmitter with the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creationnetworks.net\/products\/rgb-spectrum-cat-linx-3-plus-rx-receiver-4k-uhd-60hz-4-4-4-over-catx\"\u003eRGB Spectrum CAT-Linx 3 Plus RX\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the Plus model add over the standard CAT-Linx 3?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe published table for this family includes USB 2.0 connections — one USB host port and four USB device ports at each end for remote KVM control — and an HDMI 2.0 input signal type. The \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creationnetworks.net\/products\/rgb-spectrum-cat-linx-3-tx-transmitter-single-channel-4k-uhd-60hz-over-catx\"\u003eCAT-Linx 3 TX\u003c\/a\u003e is the video-oriented endpoint in the same line.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many USB peripherals can be connected?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRGB Spectrum publishes one USB host port and four USB device ports at both the transmitter and the receiver, at USB version 2.0.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow far will the link run at 4K?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePublished distances are 3840x2160 to 100 m (330 ft) and 1080P to 140 m (460 ft) over Cat 6a or Cat 7, and 3840x2160 to 70 m (230 ft) with 1080P to 100 m (330 ft) over Cat 5e or Cat 6.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is the endpoint powered?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe published power supply is 12V 3A DC or Power-over-CATx. Stock the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creationnetworks.net\/products\/rgb-spectrum-860-11989-replacement-power-supply-cat-linx-2-and-3-2a-12vdc\"\u003e860 11989 replacement power supply\u003c\/a\u003e as the spare for this endpoint family.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan a control system reach equipment at the far end?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The published control method is RS-232, with external device control available via IR using the included emitter and receiver leads as well as RS232.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat mounting hardware should be specified?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creationnetworks.net\/products\/rgb-spectrum-920-12033-table-or-wall-mount-bracket-single-cat-linx-3-or-zio-endpoint\"\u003e920 12033 table or wall mount bracket\u003c\/a\u003e secures a single CAT-Linx 3 or Zio endpoint to a table or wall in a finished room.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat warranty and support apply?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe RGB Spectrum manufacturer warranty applies to this part number, and Creation Networks supports specification and procurement for the deployment. Contact us for the current warranty documentation supplied with the order.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"RGB Spectrum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48299437031660,"sku":"CAT-Linx 3 Plus TX","price":1050.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0603\/7982\/4364\/files\/rgb-spectrum-cat-linx-3-plus-front_00ed4c42-4b3e-43b5-929e-7c8b862c22d2.jpg?v=1788378307","url":"https:\/\/creationnetworks.net\/products\/rgb-spectrum-cat-linx-3-plus-tx-transmitter-4k-uhd-60hz-4-4-4-over-catx","provider":"Creation Networks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}