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A Cat5 extender transmits video, keyboard/mouse (KVM), USB, or audio signals over inexpensive Cat5e/Cat6 UTP cable instead of bulky native cables. It consists of a transmitter at the source and a receiver at the display or device, letting you run signals hundreds of feet across a building without quality loss. KVMSwitchTech stocks Cat5 extenders for VGA, DVI, HDMI, composite, component, USB, KVM, and splitter/distribution applications, plus fiber optic and wireless options for extreme distance or cable-free setups.
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| Signal | Subcategory | Typical range |
|---|---|---|
| VGA | Cat5 VGA Extender | Up to 1,000 ft |
| DVI-D | Cat5 DVI Extender | Up to 275 ft (Cat6 STP) |
| HDMI | Cat5 HDMI Extender | Up to 330 ft (HDBaseT) |
| Composite/S-Video | Cat5 Composite Extender | Up to 1,000 ft |
| Component | Cat5 Component Extender | Up to 1,000 ft |
| USB 1.1/2.0/3.1 | Cat5 USB Extender | Up to 330 ft |
| KVM (keyboard+video+mouse) | Cat5 KVM Extender | Up to 1,000 ft |
| Video + split to many displays | Cat5 Splitter Extender | Up to 1,000 ft per output |
If one source needs to reach several screens, use a Cat5 splitter extender (combined extender + splitter) with 2, 4, 8, or 16 outputs over Cat5. Otherwise, a point-to-point extender pair is sufficient.
A transmitter/receiver pair that sends video, KVM, USB, or audio signals over Cat5e/Cat6 UTP cable instead of the native cable type, enabling runs of hundreds of feet at low cost.
Cat5e is minimum; Cat6 UTP or STP is recommended for DVI and HDMI to maximize distance and quality. Always use solid-core, straight-through cable (no crossover).
Most powered extenders require power at both the transmitter and receiver for the best signal reliability.
Yes, KVM extenders combine video and USB (keyboard/mouse) over a single or dual Cat5/Cat6 run.
Use a fiber optic extender, which can reach 1,000 m (3,300 ft) or more with single-mode fiber.
Properly designed Cat5 extenders add negligible latency, keeping real-time KVM and video performance intact.
Not sure which extender fits your project? Our engineers help match signal type, distance, cable type, and output count to your project. Call (216) 798-7530 for free system design help.
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