StarTech.com
StarTech.com VGA and Audio over Cat5 Extender AV transmitter & receiver
Extend your VGA and audio signals with the StarTech.com VGA and Audio over Cat5 Extender. This versatile solution allows you to transmit signals up to 150 meters (500 feet) using standard Cat5e cabling, perfect for large venues like airports, retail spaces, or office buildings. The kit includes both the local transmitter and remote receiver, enabling you to connect up to four monitors—two local and two remote. It's an ideal, out-of-the-box setup for digital signage and other A/V distribution needs, simplifying complex installations while maintaining signal quality.
$159.92
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
55
/ 245
#55 in VGA Splitters & Switches
Price vs Category Average
-79%
Below average
Maximum transfer distance
150500
/ m ( feet)
Who it's for
- Long-Distance Extension
- Cost-Effective Cabling
- Integrated AV Solution
Who should skip it
- Analog Signal Degradation
- Resolution Limitations
- Dual Power Dependency
Key Specs
Maximum transfer distance
150 m (500 feet)
Maximum resolution support
1920x1440 (1080p)
Power consumption
6 W
Ports configuration
1 input (VGA/Audio) to 2 outputs (VGA/Audio over Cat5)
Audio passthrough
Supported
Enclosure material
Black
External power adapter included
Yes
Device functionality
Extender
Features
- Extends VGA and audio signals over Cat5e
- Supports up to 150m distance
- Connects up to four monitors
- Includes transmitter and receiver
- Ideal for digital signage
- Uses standard Cat5e cable
- Provides signal boosting
- Easy A/V distribution
What customers say
Customers highly value this StarTech.com extender for its reliability and cost effectiveness in extending VGA and audio signals. Its plug and play setup is straightforward, appealing especially to IT professionals. Users consistently praise the durable metal casing, suggesting long term resilience. A key benefit is using inexpensive Cat5 or Cat6 cabling, simplifying installation significantly. For standard distances under 200 feet, video quality remains excellent with minimal signal loss. While performance slightly degrades at maximum advertised ranges, the overall consensus confirms this extender offers dependable quality and excellent value for most common AV setups.
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