CAT-5 Wall Plates Range Extenders

Available from leading manufacturers including AMX , Hall Technologies , Kramer AV, and Liberty AV, these wall plate transmitters integrate seamlessly into standard single-gang or double-gang electrical boxes, providing a clean and professional appearance in boardrooms, classrooms, and presentation spaces. The units support various signal types including HDMI transmitters for high-definition video distribution, USB receiver and transmitter kits for peripheral connectivity, and VGA transmitters for legacy display systems.

These range extender wall plates utilize HDBaseT technology and proprietary transmission protocols to deliver uncompressed video signals over distances up to 100 meters using a single twisted-pair cable. This eliminates the need for expensive specialized cabling while maintaining signal integrity for resolutions up to 4K UHD. Many models include bidirectional IR pass-through for remote control functionality and RS-232 support for integration with room control systems.

Professional integrators appreciate the simplified installation process this wall plates provide, as it can be installed in standard electrical boxes and connected using readily available network infrastructure. The products are designed for permanent installations in corporate environments, educational institutions, government facilities, and healthcare settings where reliable long-distance signal transmission is essential.

Price points range from under $250 for basic VGA transmitters to over $1,000 for advanced 4K HDBaseT transmitter kits, ensuring solutions exist for various budget requirements and performance specifications.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. What is the maximum transmission distance for CAT-5 wall plate transmitters?

A. Most CAT-5 wall plate transmitters can extend HDMI and other video signals up to 70 meters for 4K content and up to 100 meters for 1080p signals when using quality CAT6 or CAT6a cabling. HDBaseT-based units typically achieve the longest reliable transmission distances.

Q2. Do CAT-5 wall plates require a separate receiver unit?

A. Yes, CAT-5 wall plate transmitters require a compatible receiver unit at the display end to decode and output the video signal. Many manufacturers offer complete transmitter and receiver kits, or you can purchase matched components separately for custom installations.

Q3. Can CAT-5 wall plates transmit power along with video signals?

A. Select HDBaseT-compatible wall plate transmitters support Power over HDBaseT (PoH), allowing the receiver to power the transmitter through the same Ethernet cable used for signal transmission. This simplifies installation by eliminating the need for a local power source at the wall plate.

Q4. Are these wall plates compatible with existing network infrastructure?

A. CAT-5 wall plates use dedicated point-to-point Ethernet connections and are not designed to share network switches with standard IT traffic. However, they can utilize the same cable pathways and termination techniques as standard network installations.