Gefen
Gefen DVI-RS232 Extender Over One Fiber Optic Cable
Extend your RS-232 peripherals up to 1000 feet away from your computer with the Gefen RS-232 Extender. This system flawlessly reproduces all 9 pins, supporting the full RS-232 standard with a maximum data rate of 115,200 baud, making it ideal for digital signage and remote control applications. Connection is simplified by linking the sender and receiver units via a single CAT-5e cable. Power is conveniently supplied only to the sender unit, which then powers the receiver through the link cable, offering a clean and efficient setup for any serial control device.
$286.04
Owner Satisfaction
4.3
/ 5
Category Rank
2287
/ 2590
#2287 in Repeaters & Transceivers
Price vs Category Average
-71%
Below average
Maximum Data Transfer Rate
115200
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Who it's for
- Ultra-Long Distance Extension
- Integrated RS-232 Control
- Single Fiber Simplicity
Who should skip it
- High Initial Cost
- Fragile Cable Infrastructure
- Dual Power Dependency
Key Specs
Maximum Data Transfer Rate
115,200 baud
Extension Distance
Up to 1000 feet (300 meters)
RS-232 Input Connector
DB-9 female
RS-232 Output Connector
DB-9 male
Link Connector
RJ-45 Shielded
Power Requirement
5 V DC (Sender unit powered)
Dimensions (W x H x D)
3.8" x 1.2" x 1.4"
Operating Temperature Range
+5 to +45 deg. Celsius
Features
- Extends RS-232 devices up to 1000 feet
- Supports full 9-pin RS-232 standard
- Uses a single CAT-5e cable for connection
- Sender unit powers the receiver unit
- Ideal for digital signage
- Maximum data rate of 115,200 baud
- Compact metal housing
What customers say
Professional integrators highly approve of this extender, focusing primarily on its exceptional reliability and signal fidelity. Users consistently praise its core strength: delivering flawless, uncompressed DVI video and RS-232 control over long distances using just one fiber cable. This single cable simplicity offers significant logistical advantages for complex installations. The pristine image quality remains intact even at maximum range, making it ideal for high-resolution environments. While performance justifies the premium price for mission-critical needs, the initial investment is high. Some users note minor initial setup challenges with display identification, but once configured, the system achieves robust, dependable operation.
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