USB True 4K HDMI Cat 6 KVM Extender
CE801
Product Overview
The ATEN CE801 is an extender kit designed for sharp, life-like True 4K (3840 x 2160 @ 60 Hz 4:4:4) HDMI, RS-232, and USB transmission over a single Cat 6 cable, extending up to 70 meters. It features dual console USB Keyboard/Mouse operation, allowing control privilege switching between local and remote units via a pushbutton. The RS-232 extension capability ensures uninterrupted communication with serial-interfaced devices, crucial for industrial control systems.
This extender is ideal for medium to large-scale applications requiring incredibly sharp and detailed visualization, multi-signal extension, and privileged USB control via local or remote consoles. Applications include control centers, retail shops, factories, medical facilities, and home theaters.
Key features supported by the CE801 include:
- [Audio/Video In HDMI]
- [Audio/Video Out HDMI]
- [Console USB]
- [RS-232 Channel]
- [HDCP 2.3]
- [Rack Mountable]
- [Long Reach Mode]
- [Dual Console Control]
Features
- Extends HDMI video, USB keyboard/mouse control, embedded audio, and RS-232 control signals across 70 m over a Cat 6 cable.
- Long reach mode: 1080p extension up to 100 m.
- Supports resolutions up to 3840 x 2160 @ 60 Hz (4:4:4) with HDCP 2.2 / 2.3 compliance.
- Dual console USB keyboard/mouse operation: control privilege between the remote and local units is switchable via a USB control mode pushbutton.
- Supports HDR 10 for enhanced video quality.
- Supports wide screen format.
- Supports digital audio formats such as 7.1ch Dolby and DTS audio.
- Plug-and-play with no software or driver required.
- Built-in 8KV/15KV ESD protection.
- Rack-mountable.
- DC Jack with screw-lock ensures a stable and secure connection.
System Diagram
The system diagram illustrates the connectivity for the CE801 KVM extender. It shows two main units: the CE801L (Local Unit) and the CE801R (Remote Unit), connected via a Cat 6 cable for signal extension.
CE801L (Local Unit):
- Rear View: Connections include Power (? [Power]), RS-232 (? [RS-232]), USB (?️ [USB]), and HDMI (? [HDMI]). A PC ( [PC] ) is connected to the local unit via HDMI, USB, and RS-232. A Power Adapter ( [Power Adapter] ) connects to the unit's power input.
- Front View: Displays ports for Keyboard/Mouse (⌨️?️ [Keyboard/Mouse]) and Monitor (?️ [Monitor]).
CE801R (Remote Unit):
- Rear View: Connections include Power (? [Power]), RS-232 (? [RS-232]), USB (?️ [USB]), and HDMI (? [HDMI]). A Power Adapter ( [Power Adapter] ) connects to the unit's power input. It also shows connections for a Hardware/Software Controller ( [Hardware/Software Controller] ).
- Front View: Displays ports for Keyboard/Mouse (⌨️?️ [Keyboard/Mouse]) and Monitor (?️ [Monitor]).
A Cat 6 cable (? [Cat 6]) connects the CE801L and CE801R units, facilitating the extension of video, USB, and RS-232 signals.
Specifications
| Feature | CE801L | CE801R |
|---|---|---|
| Connectors | ||
| Console Ports | 1 x HDMI Female (Black) 2 x USB Type A Female (White)* * For Keyboard & Mouse only | 1 x HDMI Female (Black) |
| KVM Ports | 1 x USB Type B Female (White) | N/A |
| RS-232 | DB-9 Female (Black) | DB-9 Male (Black) |
| Power | 1 x DC Jack (Black) | 1 x RJ-45 Female (Black) |
| Unit To Unit | ||
| Video | HDMI (4K/60Hz); 4K HDR HDCP2.3 Compatible | HDMI (4K/60Hz); 4K HDR HDCP2.3 Compatible |
| Max. Resolution | Up to 3840 x 2160 @ 60 Hz (4:4:4) | Up to 3840 x 2160 @ 60 Hz (4:4:4) |
| Max. Resolutions / Distance | 4K x 2K @ 60Hz (4:4:4) up to 70m (Cat 6/6a /ATEN 2L-29330 Cat 6a cable) 1920 x 1080 @ 60Hz (4:4:4) up to 100m (Cat 6/6a/ATEN 2L-29330 Cat 6a cable with Long reach mode enabled) | 4K x 2K @ 60Hz (4:4:4) up to 70m (Cat 6/6a /ATEN 2L-29330 Cat 6a cable) 1920 x 1080 @ 60Hz (4:4:4) up to 100m (Cat 6/6a/ATEN 2L-29330 Cat 6a cable with Long reach mode enabled) |
| LEDs | ||
| Power | 1 (Green) | 1 (Green) |
| Link | N/A | 1 (Orange) |
| Video | 1 (Orange) | 1 (Orange) |
| Console Status | 2 (Orange) | 1 (Orange) |
| Switches | ||
| DIP | 1 x 2 pin | N/A |
| Pushbuttons | 1 x Pushbutton | N/A |
| Operating Mode Selection | ||
| Power Consumption | DC5V: 2.59W | DC5V: 1.88W |
| Environmental | ||
| Operating Temperature | 0 – 40°C | 0 – 40°C |
| Storage Temperature | -20 – 60°C | -20 – 60°C |
| Humidity | 0 – 80% RH, Non-condensing | 0 – 80% RH, Non-condensing |
| Physical Properties | ||
| Housing | Metal | Metal |
| Weight | 0.32 kg | 0.31 kg |
| Dimensions (L x W x H) | 12.80 x 8.21 x 2.50 cm | 12.80 x 8.15 x 2.50 cm |
