Kramer Electronics VM-218DT 2x1:8 4K60 4:2:0 HDMI and Long-Reach HDBaseT/RS-232/IR & Stereo Audio Switchable Distribution Amplifier

If you're in search of a high-performance, long-reach 4K at 60Hz (4:2:0) HDBaseT distributor, the VM-218DT 2x1:8 4K60 4:2:0 HDMI and Long-Reach HDBaseT/RS-232/IR & Stereo Audio Switchable Distribution Amplifier is the ideal solution. This top-tier device accepts either an HDMI or a long-reach HDBaseT input, equalizes and reclocks the signal, and then distributes it to eight identical long-reach HDBaseT outputs, each equipped with its own RS-232/IR control signals.

The VM-218DT also features a loop HDMI output and audio de-embedding (extraction) to an analog stereo port. As an integrated extender distributor, it re-extends and distributes native long-reach HDBaseT signals with up to 4K video resolution, making it a high-quality professional 1:8 distribution solution for native long-reach HDBaseT signals.

This device is perfect for deploying midway between an AV source and multiple remote displays, providing extra long-reach extension. It supports a maximum 4K at 60Hz (4:2:0) 24bpp video resolution signal to a maximum 40m (130') long-reach over CAT copper cable, and even further reach for lower HD video resolution.

The VM-218DT is compatible with any market-available HDBaseT compliant extending product. For optimal range and performance, we recommend using Kramer cables. This device supports HDMI 2.0 and HDCP 1.4 compliant signals, deep color, x.v.Color, lip sync, 7.1 PCM, Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD, 2K, 4K, and 3D.

The VM-218DT also features I-EDIDPro Kramer Intelligent EDID Processing, an intelligent EDID handling, processing, and pass-through algorithm that ensures Plug and Play operation for HDMI source and display systems.

Additional features include a looping HDMI output for monitoring and cascading to additional DAs, bidirectional RS-232 and Infrared extensions for data transmission and device control, and audio de-embedding (extraction) for high-quality audio playback.

The VM-218DT also offers cost-effective maintenance with status LED indicators for HDMI and HDBT ports, remote IP device management via built-in web pages or RS-232 control connection, and local and remote firmware upgrades via mini-USB, control RS-232 or Ethernet connection and the K-Upload tool.

Installation is easy with twisted-pair cables for HDBaseT signals wiring and a rack-mountable enclosure for mounting in a 1U rack space with the included 'ear' rack adapter. The VM-218DT is the ultimate solution for high-quality, long-reach 4K distribution.