KVM Extender via CAT5
The XTENDEX® KVM Extender provides local and remote KVM (PS/2 keyboard, PS/2 mouse and VGA monitor) access to a PC or NTI KVM switch up to 1,000 feet using CAT5/5e/6 UTP cable. The extender consists of a local unit that connects to a computer and a desktop remote unit (connects to a keyboard, monitor and mouse or the inputs of an NTI switch).
Features:
- Industry-leading ultra high resolutions up to 2048x1536.
- High quality, rugged steel construction with durable powder coat finish.
- Adjust video quality and color skew for crystal clear video with longer cables.
- Available options: two-way audio (support for speakers and microphone), RS232, two-way audio + RS232.
- DDC2B support for local or remote monitor (user selectable).
- Built-in surge protection.
Two-way Audio
- Stereo Audio:
- Stereo audio can be heard both locally and remotely.
- Frequency response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz, +/- 0.16 dB.
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR): 76 dBA.
- Total Harmonic Distortion and Noise (THD+N): 0.017%.
- Stereo crosstalk: -70 dB.
- Input impedance: 10k Ohms.
- Line level output; supports multimedia speakers.
- Maximum I/O levels: 3.1Vp-p (line level).
- CD quality audio output.
- Microphone:
- Microphone can be used locally and remotely, user selectable.
- Supports electret microphones.
- Input impedance: 10k Ohms.
- Maximum I/O levels: 1V, unbalanced
Includes:
- 1 x KVM Extender via CAT5
Typical Use:

Specification:
Local Unit
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Host Connection
- Supports a PS/2 PC.
- Multiplatform support: Windows 2000/XP/Server 2003/Vista, Linux, and FreeBSD.
- One male 15-pin HD connector.
- Two male 6-pin miniDIN connectors.
- Two-way audio option: two 3.5mm stereo plugs (audio in/mic out).
- RS232 option: female 9-pin D connector.
- Two-way audio + RS232 option: two 3.5mm stereo plugs (audio in/mic out), female 9-pin D connector.
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Local Access
- Crisp and clear 2048x1536 video resolution.
- One female 15-pin HD connector.
- Two female 6-pin miniDIN connectors.
- NTI recommends using identical keyboards and mice at local and remote units.
- Two-way audio option: two 3.5mm stereo jacks (audio in/mic out).
- RS232 option: female RJ45 connector.
- Two-way audio + RS232 option: two 3.5mm stereo jacks (audio in/mic out), female RJ45 connector.
Remote Unit
- Supports resolutions up to 2048x1536.
- One female 15-pin HD connector.
- Two female 6-pin miniDIN connectors.
- Two-way audio option: two 3.5mm stereo jacks (audio in/mic out).
- RS232 option: female RJ45 connector.
- Two-way audio + RS232 option: two 3.5mm stereo jacks (audio in/mic out), female RJ45 connector.
Video Quality Adjustment
- Video quality adjustment, including color skew, for different lengths of CAT5/5e/6 cable is done manually.
- Maximum delay: 62ns in 2ns steps.
- Use keyboard commands to adjust video quality and color skew.
- Settings are automatically stored in the unit. The next time the unit is powered on, the adjustment will be recalled.
- Test Pattern for Cable Length and Skew
Environmental
- Operating temperature: 32°F to 100°F (0°C to 38°C)
- Storage temperature: -20°F to 140°F (-30°C to 60°C)
- Operating and Storage Relative Humidity: 17 to 90% non-condensing RH.
Dimensions
Power
- Local and remote unit: 120 VAC at 60 Hz 9 VDC/1.0A via AC adapters or 230 VAC at 50 Hz 9 VDC/1.5A via AC adapters.
- Power Consumption: 10W (each - local and remote unit).
Cables
- CAT5, CAT5e or CAT6 UTP straight through cable for TIA/EIA-568B wiring terminated with standard RJ45 connectors (not included).
Regulatory Approvals
Warranty
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Distances and Resolutions for CAT5/CAT5e
and CAT6 Cables |
| Cable |
Distance
(feet) |
Maximum Resolution |
| CAT5/5e (UTP) |
1000 |
1920x1200 at 60Hz |
| 800 |
1920x1440 at 60Hz |
| 600 |
2048x1536 at 60Hz |
| CAT6 (UTP) |
800 |
1920x1440 at 60Hz |
| 600 |
2048x1536 at 60Hz |
| CAT5/5E/6 (STP) |
800 |
1920x1200 at 60Hz |
| 600 |
1920x1440 at 60Hz |
| 400 |
2048x1536 at 60Hz |