HDBaseT enables the convergence and long-distance distribution of uncompressed UHD audio and video, Ethernet, USB, controls, and power with zero-latency; all over a standard Category cable.

Since its introduction in 2010, HDBaseT has revolutionized the professional AV market, spearheading innovation with each new version of its award-winning technology. Based on a commitment to interoperability, each new version is backwards compatible, ensuring any two HDBaseT devices will work at their highest common feature set. ​

Performance

HDBaseT is the only technology with the ability to distribute truly uncompressed ultra-high-definition A/V for distances of up to 100m/328ft., either point-to-point or daisy-chained, and with zero latency.​

Convergence

Released in 2013, HDBaseT 2.0 built on the breakthrough success of its predecessor by increasing distance capabilities of UHD 4K@30 4:4:4/4K@60 4:2:0 for up to 100m/328ft. USB 2.0 extension support was added to 5Play as part of the rebooted version, resulting in a more robust and interactive feature set. In addition to signal distribution over a minimum of Category 6a cable, Spec 2.0 also supports optical fiber as an additional option for longer distances.

Simplicity

HDBaseT’s plug-and-play technology is designed to eliminate cable clutter, and help lower costs, by facilitating streamlined point-to-point installations over standard, field-terminated, Category cable.​

Interoperability

The HDBaseT’ standard ensures that any two HDBaseT supported devices, regardless of manufacturer, will work at the highest possible version of their shared feature set, thus leading to more choice for installers and end users.

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