Description

These CatX Repeaters receive a video signal from any CatX AVP or CatX Mini transmitter via UTP cable and provide a sharp high quality video at up to 150 m. They perform best using low cost cat5 cabling. Resolutions up to 2048 x 1536 are achievable depending on the length of UTP cable – see Resolution / Distance.

Both the Repeater 4 and Repeater 8 products contain a complete receiver section with a distance compensation control that is continuously adjustable to provide a sharp image up to 150m of UTP cable. They also have their own local VGA monitor and audio output connectors.

It is possible to connect several Repeater units by using the distance compensation control at each stage to achieve installations with many more display points than previously possible, each displaying the same output from a single PC or media player.

The outputs of the Repeaters can be set to either AV mode or VP mode, even if the source signal not already in that mode. Each unit features two switches that switch each bank of four outputs independently between the two modes. Switch 1 sets the mode for outputs 1 to 4 and switch 2 sets the mode for outputs 5-8 on the Repeater 8 only.

Features

  • Expands an existing system to provide more outputs
  • Can be located further from the VGA source where several cable runs are impractical
  • SVGA output over the maximum cable length
  • Simple to install and easy to use
  • Compact and lightweight
  • Cost effective solution
  • Rack and wall mount options available

Product Compatibility

These CatX Repeaters will operate with any product in the CatX Mini and CatX AVP ranges as well as other Repeaters.

Resolution / Distance

Note: All distances in the following table quoted using a 60Hz refresh rate.

The maximum resolution possible is dependent on the CatX AV or AVP transmitter connected to the CatX AV Repeater input or the CatX AV receivers connected to the CatX AV Repeater outputs. Please refer to ‘Features’ page of the transmitter and receiver you intend to use in your installation.

The following table applies to the UTP cable from the transmitter to the input of the Repeater unit:

Max. Distance 150 m 150 m 100 m 40 m
PC Resolution 1024 x 768 1280 x 1024 1600 x 1200 2048 x 1536
HDTV Resolution 1280 x 720p 1368 x 768p 1920 x 1080p -

The maximum distance from the outputs of the Repeater to any receiver is dependent on the type of receiver that output is connected to. Please see the Features tab of the chosen model of receiver.

Specification

Connectors and Controls

UTP In RJ45 UTP connector
UTP Out 4 or 8 RJ45 UTP connectors
Distance Control Continuous control for optimised display quality up to 150m
AV or VP Mode Two switches on the rear set the outputs to either AV or VP mode.
Power 5V 1.3mm DC socket

Video Specification

Video Format VGA – UXGA compatible 1080p compatible, RGBHV, RGSB, YUV, Y/C, and CVBS formats supported, Separate or composite HV; Horizontal 15-135kHz; Vertical 25-150Hz
Max. Resolution Dependent on length of UTP cable – see Resolution / Distance

Environmental and Physical Specifications

Temperature Operating: 0 – 40°C (32 – 104°F), Storage: 0 – 55°C (32 – 131°F), 70% non-condensing RH maximum
Dimensions WxLxH: 120 mm x 60 mm x 28 mm – all metal enclosure
Weight CatX Repeater 4: 375g – CatX Repeater 8: 390g

Downloads

  • Installation guide
  • Installation example
  • CatXQ Test Pattern

Related Information

Order Info

Product and Ordering Codes

Product Order Code  
CatX Repeater 4 (includes CA3.5J-500S and 5V PSU**) CX-0W-AVP-RP4
CatX Repeater 8 (includes CA3.5J-500S and 5V PSU**) CX-0W-AVP-RP8
  • Please specify PSU type required: EU, UK or US.

Product Compatibility

These CatX Repeaters will operate with any product in the CatX Mini and CatX AVP ranges as well as other AVP Repeaters.

Accessories

Product Order Code  
5V PSU with 1.3mm DC plug for EU (Schuko) PS-5V1A-1.3-EU
5V PSU with 1.3mm DC plug for UK (3 pin) PS-5V1A-1.3-UK
5V PSU with 1.3mm DC plug for US (2 pin) PS-5V1A-1.3-US
Rack mount kit MA-1U19-R2W
Wall mount kit MA-CXWB-W
DIN rail mount kit MA-CXDIN-W
Installation guide CatX AVP Repeater 4 / 8 manual