| 1 | HDBaseT 4K30 Extender over Category Cable | Cat5e, Cat6, or Cat6A twisted-pair cable | Up to approximately 70m for compatible 4K signals; around 100m for many 1080p signals | Typically 4K at 30Hz with 4:4:4 or 4:2:0 depending on the design; 1080p at 60Hz is commonly supported | Often designed for HDMI 1.4-class signals, commonly up to approximately 10.2Gbps | Uncompressed or lightly managed transmission, EDID management, infrared control, RS-232, Ethernet, and optional Power over Cable | Meeting rooms, classrooms, digital signage, residential AV, and commercial displays | Use shielded cable in electrically noisy areas. Check whether the stated distance applies to 4K or only to 1080p. |
| 2 | HDBaseT 1080p Long-Distance Extender | Cat5e, Cat6, or Cat6A twisted-pair cable | Commonly up to 100m for 1080p; 60m is normally within the practical range | 1080p at 60Hz, often with 3D support; 4K support may be unavailable or limited | Usually suitable for HDMI 1.3 or HDMI 1.4-class 1080p sources | Stable point-to-point transmission, IR pass-through, EDID control, and sometimes bidirectional RS-232 | Security control rooms, lecture halls, retail displays, and cost-sensitive installations | Appropriate when 4K is not required. Verify support for the required audio format and HDCP version. |
| 3 | HDMI over IP Unicast Extender | Category cable through standard Ethernet switches | 60m between endpoints is possible, while the overall distance depends on the network infrastructure | Commonly 1080p at 60Hz; selected systems support 4K at reduced frame rates or compression | Network traffic commonly ranges from tens to hundreds of Mbps, depending on resolution and compression | One-to-one routing, scalable distribution, matrix switching, network management, and remote monitoring | Small offices, retail networks, campuses, and installations requiring flexible routing | Use a properly configured Gigabit Ethernet network where required. Managed switches, VLAN planning, and multicast settings may be necessary. |
| 4 | HDMI over IP Multicast Extender | Cat5e, Cat6, or Cat6A cable connected to an Ethernet network | 60m from endpoint to network connection; network-wide coverage can extend much farther | Typically 1080p at 60Hz; 4K capability depends on compression, network capacity, and endpoint hardware | Often uses Gigabit Ethernet; bandwidth requirements increase with the number of sources and displays | One-to-many distribution, video-wall grouping, multi-source selection, and centralized control | Sports venues, transportation facilities, retail chains, and multi-display signage systems | Confirm IGMP snooping, querier support, multicast capacity, and network latency before deployment. |
| 5 | Single-Mode Fiber HDMI Extender | Single-mode optical fiber, commonly using LC or SC connectors | Usually far beyond 60m, often several kilometers depending on optical modules | 4K at 60Hz and higher formats may be supported when the extender uses sufficient optical bandwidth | Depends on the optical transceiver; high-bandwidth designs can support HDMI 2.0-class signals | High immunity to electromagnetic interference, electrical isolation, and long-distance transmission | Large campuses, broadcast facilities, industrial sites, airports, and inter-building links | Confirm fiber type, connector polish, optical budget, bend radius, and whether the system requires duplex or simplex fiber. |
| 6 | Multimode Fiber HDMI Extender | OM2, OM3, or OM4 multimode optical fiber | Commonly from several hundred meters to approximately 1km, depending on the optical design and fiber grade | 1080p and 4K formats are available in different product classes | Varies by optical module and HDMI generation; high-speed versions may support HDMI 2.0-class signals | Low electromagnetic interference, low signal attenuation over standard building distances, and electrical isolation | Data centers, factories, universities, hospitals, and large commercial buildings | Do not substitute single-mode and multimode fiber. Check the required OM grade and installed optical link budget. |
| 7 | Active Optical HDMI Cable | Hybrid copper-and-fiber HDMI cable with integrated electronics | Commonly available at 50m, 60m, or longer lengths | Many models support 4K at 60Hz; some support HDR, depending on the HDMI generation and cable construction | Typically HDMI 2.0-class bandwidth for 4K60 models; capabilities vary by cable | Single cable installation, plug-and-play operation, low electromagnetic interference, and no separate receiver in some designs | Home theaters, conference rooms, museums, and clean installations with fixed source-to-display routing | Check connector direction, minimum bend radius, power requirements, and whether the cable supports the desired HDR and audio formats. |
| 8 | Wireless HDMI Extender | Dedicated wireless radio link, commonly in the 5GHz or similar license-exempt bands | Typical indoor range is approximately 10m to 50m; a reliable 60m link requires suitable conditions and line of sight | Most commonly 1080p at 60Hz; 4K support is available in some systems but may involve compression or shorter range | Wireless throughput and latency depend on modulation, channel conditions, and compression | No signal cable between source and display, rapid deployment, and support for temporary installations | Temporary events, classrooms, rental systems, meeting rooms, and locations where cabling is difficult | Evaluate walls, interference, regulatory requirements, latency, encryption, and the need for a clear line of sight. |
| 9 | HDMI Extender with USB KVM | Category cable, fiber, or a hybrid link depending on the model | Approximately 60m is common for structured-cabling versions; fiber versions may reach much farther | Often 1080p at 60Hz; some models support 4K video with reduced USB performance or shorter distances | Video bandwidth and USB data rate are specified separately; USB 2.0 is common for keyboard, mouse, and touch control | Keyboard and mouse extension, USB peripheral access, remote touchscreen control, and sometimes audio pass-through | Control rooms, medical imaging areas, digital signage management, and server-room operations | Check USB version, supported peripheral types, latency, touch-screen compatibility, and whether video and USB share the same distance rating. |
| 10 | HDMI Extender with Audio De-Embedding | Category cable or fiber, depending on the transmission platform | Approximately 60m for many copper-based systems; longer distances are possible with fiber | 1080p or 4K depending on the model; video and audio specifications should be evaluated separately | Video bandwidth varies by HDMI generation; audio may support PCM, Dolby, DTS, or other formats depending on the device | Analog stereo or digital audio extraction, independent audio routing, EDID management, and sometimes audio downmixing | Retail displays, hospitality systems, classrooms, conference rooms, and public-information installations | Confirm supported sample rates, channel count, ARC or eARC requirements, HDCP compatibility, and the connector type for the extracted audio. |
