Kramer USB-C over HDBaseT 3.0 Transmitter with RS-232 / IR - Extended Reach

Kramer USB-C over HDBaseT 3.0 Transmitter with RS-232 / IR - Extended Reach Overview

The Kramer EXT3-C-XR is a high-performance 4K60 4:4:4 USB-C transmitter that extends video, USB, Ethernet, RS-232, and IR signals over Extended-Reach HDBaseT 3.0 technology. It supports uncompressed video resolutions up to 4K60 (4:4:4) over distances of up to 330 ft (100.6 m) using recommended twisted-pair copper cables.

Designed for modern BYOD and presentation environments, the EXT3-C-XR features a USB-C input for DP Alt Mode-compatible devices, allowing users to transmit AV while simultaneously providing USB 2.0, Ethernet, and up to 60W of USB Power Delivery through a single USB-C connection. It also supports PoE for convenient system installation.

The transmitter supports HDMI 2.0, HDR10, HDCP 2.3, EDID, CEC, deep colour, x.v.Colour, 3D, Dolby TrueHD, and DTS-HD audio. An HDMI loop output mirrors the input signal to a local display or can be used for daisy-chaining additional equipment.

Features at a Glance

• Extended-Reach HDBaseT 3.0: Extends AV, USB, Ethernet, RS-232, and IR signals up to 100.6 m (330 ft) over twisted-pair copper infrastructure.

• 4K60 4:4:4 Video: Supports uncompressed 4K60 (4:4:4) HDMI video with HDCP 2.3, EDID, and CEC.

• USB-C BYOD Connectivity: Connect a DP Alt Mode-compatible USB-C device as an AV presentation source using a single cable.

• Up to 60W Charging: Provides up to 60W of power to compatible USB-C devices supporting PD 2.0.

• USB 2.0 Extension: Supports remote connection of cameras, audio devices, keyboards, mice, and other USB peripherals.

• HDMI Loop Output: Mirrors the HDMI input to a local display or supports daisy-chain configurations.

• HDR10 Support: Supports HDR10, deep color, x.v.Color, 2K, 4K, and 3D formats.

• Advanced Audio: Supports up to 32 channels of uncompressed digital audio, as well as Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD.

• Gigabit Ethernet: Provides bidirectional Ethernet extension up to 1 Gb/s for LAN communication and device control.

• Bidirectional RS-232: Extends serial communication and device control in both directions.

• Bidirectional IR: Extends infrared control signals between the transmitter and receiver.

• Display Power Control: A dedicated button provides convenient on/off control of a remote CEC-enabled display.

• I-EDIDPro: Kramer Intelligent EDID Processing helps ensure reliable plug-and-play operation between source and display devices.

• PoE Support: Supports Power over Ethernet for simplified installation.

• Status Indicators: LEDs provide monitoring of HDMI, Loop, HDBT, and USB active host connections for easier troubleshooting.

• Fanless Design: The MegaTOOLS enclosure is suitable for dropped-ceiling installation or side-by-side mounting of two units within a 1 RU space using the recommended rack adapter.

• HDBaseT Compatibility: Compatible with market-available HDBaseT-compliant extension products, with Kramer cables recommended for optimum performance.