Gefen has announced the release of its HDMI v1.3 over CAT-5 ELR extender. This sender/receiver system sends high definition video with audio, ethernet and IR back channel up to 330 feet (100 metres) over one CAT-5 cable – which it is claimed is nearly double the distance previous systems could reach using two CAT-5 cables.
The ability to extend ethernet allows IP-based applications to be easily integrated into the system, and an IR blaster allows the remote source to be controlled by an IR remote pointed at the display.
Hi-def resolutions up to 1080p/60, full HD supporting deep colour, lip sync and 8.1 digital audio with Dolby TrueHD and DTS Master Audio are delivered instantly from the local source to the extended display.
Gefen describes the product as delivering true plug and play installation, ease of use and a reliable, steadfast performance, making it a valuable solution for anyone installing HD audio/video systems.