StarTech.com HDMI Extender CAT6 4K 70m PoC EXTEND-HDMI-4K40C6P1
The StarTech.com EXTEND-HDMI-4K40C6P1 HDMI Extender transmits 4K 30Hz video up to 40 meters or 1080p up to 70 meters over a single CAT6 cable, simplifying long-distance display deployments for businesses.
- Extended 4K Reach: Delivers 4K 30Hz video up to 40m (130ft) or 1080p up to 70m (230ft) over a single CAT6 cable, enabling flexible display placement in large meeting rooms or digital signage setups.
- Power over Cable (PoC): Powers the receiver unit directly from the transmitter via the CAT6 cable, eliminating the need for a separate power outlet at the display end and streamlining installation.
- IR Control Extension: Extends infrared remote control signals, allowing users to manage source devices from the display location, enhancing convenience in conference rooms or control centers.
- Durable Commercial Design: Features a robust metal housing and supports HDCP 1.4, ensuring reliable operation and content protection in demanding business environments.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The StarTech.com EXTEND-HDMI-4K40C6P1 is a purpose-built HDMI extender kit, capable of transmitting 4K 30Hz video up to 40 meters or 1080p up to 70 meters over a single CAT6 cable, ensuring high-quality visual delivery across diverse business spaces.
Engineered for commercial reliability, this extender supports HDCP 1.4 for content protection and features Power over Cable (PoC) to simplify power delivery, reducing cabling clutter and installation time in professional AV setups.
- Long-Distance 4K Transmission: Extends 4K 30Hz HDMI signals up to 40m, or 1080p up to 70m, enabling flexible placement of displays in large conference rooms, auditoriums, or retail environments without signal degradation.
- Simplified Power Delivery: Utilizes Power over Cable (PoC) to power the receiver unit from the transmitter, eliminating the need for an additional power adapter at the display end and reducing installation complexity.
- Integrated IR Control: Provides IR extension capabilities, allowing users to control source devices like Blu-ray players or set-top boxes from the remote display location, enhancing user convenience in AV systems.
- Robust Commercial Construction: Housed in a durable metal casing, this extender is built to withstand the rigors of continuous operation in business settings, ensuring long-term reliability and uptime.
- Cost-Effective Cabling: Leverages readily available and affordable CAT5e/CAT6 Ethernet cabling for video transmission, significantly reducing infrastructure costs compared to long-run HDMI cables.
This HDMI extender is an operationally sound choice for organizations seeking to deploy high-resolution displays across extended distances with minimal cabling and maximum reliability.
Technical Specifications
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4Lifecycle, Warranty & Compliance
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What This Solves
Extended Conference Room Displays
In large meeting spaces, standard HDMI cables are often too short to reach distant projectors or secondary monitors. This extender uses existing CAT6 cabling to reliably transmit 4K video, ensuring all participants have clear visibility of presentations.
Corporate offices, educational institutions, government agencies, training facilities, executive boardrooms
Digital Signage & Kiosk Connectivity
Deploying digital signage in retail stores, lobbies, or public areas requires video signals to travel long distances to screens. This solution provides stable 4K video transmission and remote IR control, allowing centralized management of content and displays.
Retail chains, hospitality groups, healthcare systems, transportation hubs, public information displays
Control Room & Command Center AV
For control rooms where source equipment is often located in a secure server room, extending video to operator consoles is critical. This extender ensures high-resolution video and audio delivery over long runs, maintaining operational awareness and control.
Network operations centers, security monitoring facilities, industrial control rooms, broadcast studios, data center management
Key Features
Maximum resolution of 3840 x 2160 pixels at 30Hz
Delivers crisp 4K video quality, ensuring presentations and digital content are displayed with exceptional clarity and detail.
Maximum transfer distance of 70 m (230 ft) for 1080p, 40 m (130 ft) for 4K
Enables flexible placement of displays across large rooms or between floors, overcoming the distance limitations of standard HDMI cables.
Power over Cable (PoC) functionality
Simplifies installation by powering the receiver unit from the transmitter via the CAT6 cable, reducing the need for additional power outlets at the display location.
Integrated IR extension (input/output)
Allows remote control of source devices from the display location, enhancing convenience for users in conference rooms or home theater setups.
Durable metal housing
Provides robust protection against physical wear and tear, ensuring long-term reliability and continuous operation in demanding commercial environments.
Compatible With
HDMI Source Devices
Laptops, desktop PCs, media players, Blu-ray players, gaming consoles, set-top boxes
HDMI Display Devices
4K monitors, projectors, commercial displays, interactive whiteboards, digital signage screens
Network Cabling Infrastructure
Existing Cat5e and Cat6 Ethernet cables, patch panels, wall plates, network switches
IR Remote Control Systems
Universal remotes, dedicated AV system remotes, IR blasters for controlling source equipment
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of Ethernet cables are compatible with this HDMI extender?
This HDMI extender is compatible with both Cat5e and Cat6 Ethernet cables, providing flexibility to utilize existing network infrastructure for video transmission.
Does this extender support HDCP for protected content?
Yes, the StarTech.com EXTEND-HDMI-4K40C6P1 supports HDCP version 1.4, ensuring compatibility with copyrighted content from sources like Blu-ray players or streaming devices.
Can I control my source device from the remote display location?
Absolutely, this extender includes IR extension capabilities, allowing you to use your existing remote control to manage your HDMI source device from where your display is located.
Is an external power adapter required for both the transmitter and receiver units?
No, only the transmitter unit requires an external power adapter; the receiver unit is powered via Power over Cable (PoC) through the Ethernet cable, simplifying power management.
Warranty & Returns
Manufacturer Warranty
2 Years
Warranty is provided directly by the manufacturer and covers defects in materials and workmanship under normal use.
Return Policy
Returns subject to manufacturer approval
Hardware returns are governed by the manufacturer's return policy. Some products are non-returnable or subject to restocking fees. Defective items are handled under the manufacturer warranty. Contact Zent Networks before initiating any return.