Product Description
The Gefen EXT - UHDKA - LANS - TX is a high - performance 4K Ultra HD HDMI KVM over IP sender. It allows you to extend and distribute 4K HDMI with HDR, USB, RS - 232, IR, and 2 - way audio over a standard Gigabit Local Area Network. Our Gen 2.0 KVM products offer top - notch performance, featuring 4K Ultra HD with HDR support, built - in scalers, and video - wall control. They are also backward - compatible with first - generation products. Each sender and receiver can handle video, USB, 2 - way audio, RS - 232, and IR. The EXT - UHDKA - LANS - TX & RX support a maximum input resolution of 4K 60 Hz 4:2:0 and a maximum output resolution of 4K 30 Hz 4:4:4, along with HDCP 2.2 and 1.4. It can pass 7.1 channels of HBR lossless and LPCM digital audio. The sender has a video output for local source monitoring. USB, RS - 232, 2 - way IR, and audio can be routed independently between any sender and receiver, enabling users to control sources and displays in the network. The receiver comes with a built - in scaler for image optimization and a powerful video wall controller for flexible screen configurations up to 16x16. It also has a digital and analog audio break - out for enhanced presentation impact. With two USB 2.0 and two USB 1.1 ports, it's suitable for collaborative installations. The audio outputs on the receiver are compatible with both headphones and powered speakers. Key features include LAN - based extension of HDMI, USB, etc., independent routing, support for high - end audio formats, and more. Technical specifications cover various connectors, power consumption, and dimensions.
Using the Gefen EXT - UHDKA - LANS - TX sender and receiver is quite straightforward. First, connect the sender to your source device using the appropriate video, audio, USB, and other connectors as specified in the technical details. Then, connect the sender to your local area network via the Ethernet connector. On the other end, connect the receiver to your display device and also to the network. You can now start sending and controlling content. When it comes to the video output on the sender, you can use it to monitor the source locally. For audio, you can connect headphones or powered speakers to the receiver's audio outputs. Note that when using the USB ports, make sure your devices are compatible. The KM Emulation feature allows you to control sources from connected workstations, but ensure proper network settings. For maintenance, keep the units clean and dust - free. You can update the firmware via the EXT - CU - LAN controller or the built - in web server interface. The power supply connectors are locking, but still handle them with care. If you're rack - mounting the units, use the EXT - RACK - 1U - GRY as recommended. If surface - mounting, use the included L - brackets. Make sure the network bandwidth is sufficient for your setup, as the system can support a large number of senders and receivers depending on your network switch.
