AVPro Edge AC-EX70-444-KIT
4K HDBaseT Extender Kit, Audio Extraction, Scaling - 330'
- Range: Up to 330 ft on 1080p and up to 230 ft on 4K60 4:4:4
- Resolution: Up to 4K60 4:4:4
- 18 Gbps Bandwidth Support
- Supports HDCP 2.2 (and earlier) and 4K UHD
Description
The AVPro Edge AC-EX70-444-KIT was one of the first HDMI-over-HDBaseT kits to transmit 4K60 4:4:4 video, and it remains the go-to choice for demanding rooms. Using AVPro Edge's Invisible Compression Technology (ICT), it carries signals up to 18 Gbps over Cat 6a with HDR10, Dolby Vision, HDR10+ and HLG metadata unchanged. Many extenders discard color information to fit the pipe, which shows up as banding and color shifts. ICT avoids both.
Range is generous: 4K reaches 70 meters (230 ft) and 1080p reaches 100 meters (330 ft). Turn on Long-Range Mode and the transmitter automatically downscales 4K to 1080p, stretching the run to 150 meters (492 ft). Cascade Mode goes further, letting you daisy-chain two kits with bidirectional power so no transformer is needed where they join.
The feature set is built for installers: EDID management, resolution downscaling, bidirectional IR and RS-232 control (the transmitter's I-PASS port takes a mono 3.5mm control cable), dual 10/100 Ethernet ports for LAN extension, onboard test patterns and left/right audio extraction from 2-channel PCM. If you only need a receiver for a matrix switcher, look at the AC-EX70-444-RNE.
Key Features
- 18 Gbps over copper: 4K60 4:4:4 with HDR, virtually lossless through ICT.
- Long-range options: 70 m at 4K, 100 m at 1080p, 150 m with Long-Range Mode, more with Cascade Mode.
- Downscaling and EDID: step 4K down for legacy displays and fix handshake problems at the source.
- Control and LAN: bidirectional IR and RS-232 plus two 10/100 Ethernet ports.
- Troubleshooting tools: transmitter and receiver each generate 4K and 1080p test patterns.
- Ultra-slim chassis: about 0.47 inch (12 mm) thick for tight installs.
Design and Installation Notes
Why it still stands out: many extenders squeeze 4K through category cable by discarding color detail, so smooth gradients break into visible bands and colors shift. ICT keeps that information, which is why this kit is chosen for HDR movies, graphics and signage where picture quality is judged closely. Scaling, test patterns, LAN extension and IR and RS-232 control are all built in, which reduces the number of add-on boxes in a rack.
Typical Applications
Ideal for executive boardrooms, auditoriums, hospitality venues and residential theaters with long cable runs. Compare it with the shorter-range AC-EX40-444-KIT or browse all AVPro Edge extenders.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum distance for 4K?
70 meters (230 ft) at 4K60 4:4:4 and 100 meters (330 ft) at 1080p over Cat 6a. Long-Range Mode downscales 4K to 1080p to reach 150 meters (492 ft).
Can I chain two AC-EX70-444-KITs together?
Yes. Cascade Mode amplifies and equalizes the signal so two kits can be daisy-chained, with bidirectional power removing the need for a mid-run transformer.
Does it pass IR and RS-232 control?
Yes, both are bidirectional. The transmitter's I-PASS port accepts a mono 3.5mm control-system cable for secure IR pass-through.
Which cable should I use?
Cat 6a is recommended. Cat 5e and Cat 6 also work but may reduce reach.
Specifications
- Advanced EDID Management and Emulate
- Deep Color up to 16-Bit for 1080p, 12-Bit for 4K
- Dolby Vision, HDR10+ and HLG Support
- HDMI Audio Specs: PCM 2- Ch., LPCM 5.1 & 7.1, Dolby Digital, DTS, Dolby TrueHD, DTS HD-Master Audio, Atmos
- Bi-Directional 48V PoH (Power Over HDBT, only 1 Power Supply Needed)
- Included Accessories: 48V Power Supply, IR TX Unit, IR RX Unit, 4x 3-Pin Terminal Blocks for Audio and RS-232 Ports, Mounting Ears
- Dimensions (Single Unit Only, TX and RX are Same) (WxDxH): 6.18" x 4.06" x 0.47"
- Weight: 0.4 lbs
- Warranty: 10 years
