Name: Key Digital KD-X444SP HDMI Extender Kit
SKU: 724477

Product Details ＋

KD-X444SP is a 4K/UHD 18Gbps, HDCP2.2 compliant HDMI over CAT5e/6 Transmitter plus Receiver set for reliable extension of digital video signals between source and displays.

Full Buffer Technology for Enhanced Reliability

Key Digital's HDMI extenders, including the KD-X444SP, feature Full Buffer Technology. This technology ensures smooth and efficient HDMI handshakes between devices, preventing compatibility issues.

KD-X444SP offers 16 different EDID handshake options, including auto-EDID. These options guarantee the perfect handshake between your source and display, ensuring optimal video and audio transfer.

Forced Hot Plug Detection

The forced hot plug detection feature helps prevent common HDMI connection issues. It ensures that your HDMI source knows when to output audio and video to the connected display.

This functionality remains reliable even in situations where standard hot-plug detection might fail. This can significantly reduce troubleshooting time and ensure faster sync times.

Support for 4K at 60Hz and HDR

The KD-X444SP HDMI extender over CAT6 supports 4K video at up to 60 frames per second with HDR and up to 4:4:4 chroma sub-sampling.

12-bit deep color support enables HDR video at 60, 30, or 24 frames per second.

Of course, 1080p and lower resolutions may also be extended with additional distance support of up to 230 feet (70 meters).

IR and RS-232 Control

For AV professionals, the KD-X444SP HDMI extender 4K is suitable for advanced control applications. Thanks to convenient control connectivity including a 3.5mm IR control port and RS-232 via a Phoenix connector.

Shelf Mount Solution (KD-SMS16)

For clean installations, mount KD-X444SP on the KD-SMS16 (sold separately) Shelf Mount Solution.

The KD-SMS16 is compatible with various Key Digital products for ease in organizing your AV setup.

Features

Single CAT5e/6 UTP/STP Extension: Fully automatic equalization, and amplification depending on cabling length
4K Resolution Support: 4096x2160 or 3840x2160 24/25/30/60hz at 4:4:4 (signals up to 18Gbps bandwidth)
Flexible Power over CAT (PoC): Only one power connection needed. Tx may power Rx, or Rx may power Tx
Low Profile: Super slim chassis design
Signal Extension: 4K/UHD (18G), 4K 10G up to 164ft / 50m. 1080p and lower up to 230ft / 70m
IR Sensor: Sensor powering via 5V on IR In ports collects line-of-sight IR from remote(s) without external IR connecting block
Up/Down IR: Two channels of IR enable control to/from devices or control systems connected to Tx and Rx units
RS-232: Bi-Directional control to/from Tx and Rx unit on Phoenix connector
Surround Audio Support: Up to Dolby®, DTS™ (formats up to 5.1/6.1)

Specifications

Inputs Tx (Each): 1 HDMI, 1 IR, 1 RS-232
Outputs Tx (Each): 1 CAT6/6A, 1 IR, 1 RS-232
Inputs Rx (Each): 1 UHDoTP, 1 IR, 1 RS-232
Outputs Rx (Each): 1 HDMI, 1 IR, 1 RS-232
Bandwidth: TMDS bandwidth 18Gbps
Deep Color Support: Digital video formats in Deep Color Mode up to 12 bits per color
DDC Communication: EDID and HDCP Bi-directional buffering from Display to Source
HDMI Connector: Type A, 19 Pin Female
RJ45 Connector: Shielded Link Connector, Proprietary TMDS, IR, RS-232 extension technology
IR In & Out Connectors (Each): 3.5mm
RS-232 Connector: 3-pin phoenix
Power: (1) 12V/2A, 24W DC Power Supply (Screw-In Type). 100-240VAC, 50-60Hz. Interchangeable transformer plug with screw-in connector. SKU: KD-PS12V2ASC. <12W consumption.