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Cat5e/6 HDBaseT HDMI Matrix Buyer's Guide: HDMI Switching Plus Extension in One Box

A Cat5e/Cat6 HDBaseT HDMI matrix combines an HDMI matrix switch and HDBaseT extender in a single unit, routing HDMI sources to remote displays over ordinary Cat5e/6/7 network cable instead of expensive HDMI runs. One RJ45 per output feeds a paired HDBaseT receiver. KVMSwitchTech stocks configurations from 4x4 up to 64x64, including modular chassis with hot-swappable 4-port input/output cards, and units certified to UL, CE, and FCC with warranties up to 3 years.

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HDBaseT cable distances

CableMax distance
Cat6 / Cat7 (shielded recommended)330 ft (100 m)
Cat5e200 ft (75 m)
Cat5100 ft (35 m)

Why choose HDBaseT over direct HDMI

  • Cheaper, longer cabling – structured Cat cable is far less costly than long HDMI and easier to pull.
  • 1080p/3D and 4K – models support Full HD 1080p with 3D, and 4K on newer units.
  • Modular expansion – special chassis with hot-swap 4-port cards let you buy only what you need and expand later.
  • Flexible receivers – buy with or without HDBaseT transmitters/receivers; PoH models power receivers over the cable.

For pure in-room HDMI, see standard HDMI matrix switches; for multi-format analog, see the Cat5 video matrix.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Cat5e/6 HDBaseT HDMI matrix?

It is an HDMI matrix switch with built-in HDBaseT extension, so switched HDMI travels over a single Cat5e/6/7 cable to a receiver at each remote display.

How far will HDBaseT reach?

330 ft over Cat6/Cat7, 200 ft over Cat5e, and 100 ft over Cat5. Shielded Cat6 or better is recommended for best results.

Can these matrices be expanded later?

Yes. Modular chassis accept hot-swappable 4-port input/output cards, so you can scale from 4x4 toward 64x64 as needs grow.

Do they support 4K?

Full HD 1080p with 3D is standard across the range; newer UHD 4K2K models are available. Confirm the rating on the specific unit.

Extending HDMI across a building? Our engineers help match port count, cable type and distance, 4K, and modular expansion to your deployment. Call (216) 798-7530 for a free system design.

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