These wall plates get a lot of questionable reviews, and I was hesitant to order. I didn't know 1) if they worked at all, and 2) if they would work with my particular setup and equipment. So I will tell you how I got it to work. I read all the reviews I could find, on this site and elsewhere, and there are some things I was very careful of:
1) I made sure to use the exact same length of cable for the two cat 5e cables. Most cat 5/6 cables have length markings you can use to get this exactly right. My setup was about 40 feet.
2) I would have liked to use cat 6 but the cable was already in the wall. Cat 5e worked fine.
3) I made sure the two wallplates were wired correctly. The one that says "Local" is the source side, or side close to your dvd player. The one that says "Remote" is the display side, or the side by your tv. I found that these plates can sometimes be labeled differently. The one with the two lights is the one that goes closest to the HDTV. The green light will be on when you have both HDMI cables connected to suitable source and display, and the red light when the display is not connected. Sometimes this is listed as an active extender, but there is no power supply hookup required.
4) IN ADDITION, label your two cables (1) and (2) so you can wire them to the correct hookup on each plate. Follow the wiring instructions that come with the plates very carefully. It matters which cable goes where.
5) I put a receiver in between the display side of the wall plate and the HDTV. This did not cause a problem.
Once everything was hooked up properly, IT WORKED LIKE A CHARM. The instructions could be better, but there are youtube videos on this and written help in many places on the web. It is a bit complicated, and I suspect that faulty installation, NOT faulty manufacturing, is to blame for most of the negative reviews. But it is worth it, since this is the cheapest product of its kind from anything like a reputable company. There may be components that don't work with it, but before you junk the wallplates, try the $17 voltage inserter that is mentioned in some of the other reviews--the problem may be with your equipment not being up to spec. I gambled on ordering this and it paid off well. Good luck!
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Kit for Extending an HDMI Signal to 2 Monitors Up to 200 Feet Away
Extend an HDMI signal to 2 monitors up to 200 feet from the source! Tripp Lite’s B126-2A1 HDMI over Cat5 1x2 Extender Kit delivers peak video performance by HDMI-enabled digital video components, assuring that you enjoy a crystal-clear picture and full, rich sound. The B126-2A1 extender kit includes a transmitter and a receiver unit. With the B126-2A1, you can extend an HDMI signal to 2 monitors up to 200 ft. at 1080i (60Hz) and up to 150 ft. at 1080p (60Hz) when using 24 AWG solid-wire Cat5e/6 cable (Tripp Lite N202-series). It also extends a 3D signal up to 125 ft. With no software or drivers to install, the B126-2A1 has plug-and-play convenience. Mounting hardware is included for a variety of installation options. The B126-2A1 has a green, RoHS-compliant design and is TAA-compliant for GSA schedule purchases.
Product Summary:
Solution for Digital Signage Applications & Greater Distance
The B126-2A1 extends an HDMI signal up to 200 ft., making it ideal for digital signage applications requiring distance between the video source and monitors, such as retail and point-of-sale displays and trade show presentations. The B126-2A1 allows the video source to be in a secure, remote location for controlled access while still delivering a signal to devices in another area.
The B126-2A1 extends an HDMI signal beyond the 15-ft. (5-meter) distance limitation. It can extend a 1080i (60Hz) signal up to 200 ft., a 1080p (60Hz) signal up to 150 ft., and a 3D signal up to 125 ft. You can add up to three B126-110 repeater units on each Cat5e/6 channel for a total of 4 displays per channel (an active remote receiver should be the last unit in a channel). For each repeater added into a channel, a 1080i (60Hz) signal can extend up to 175 ft. and a 1080p (60Hz) signal can extend up to 125 ft. Additionally, the B126-2A1 is compatible with both stereo and 7.1 channel surround sound audio, delivering premium sound quality to every point of your application. For optimal distance and resolution, use 24 AWG solid-wire Cat5e/6 cable (Tripp Lite N202-series).
Built-In Image Equalization, Stereo Audio & Plug-&-Play
The B126-2A1 features built-in image equalization, allowing you to control the way the image appears on your remote HD displays. There are 7 equalization settings and the unit comes with a screwdriver for easy and convenient adjustment.
The B126-2A1 is compatible with both stereo and 7.1 channel surround sound (7.1 channel surround sound signal will be Multi-Channel or PCM). This delivers premium sound quality to every point of your application and adds greater functionality to your displays.
With no software or drivers to install, the B126-2A1 has plug-and-play convenience to get your application up and running faster. First, connect your transmitter to an HDMI source using HDMI cable (Tripp Lite P568 series). Connect the receiver unit to the RJ45 port on the transmitter unit using a Cat5e/6 cable, and connect the receiver unit to your two displays using HDMI cable (Tripp Lite P568 series). The B126-2A1 is compatible with all HDMI video sources and computer operating systems.
One-Year Warranty & Why Choose Tripp Lite?
The B126-2A1 is manufactured in compliance with strict RoHS specifications, reflecting Tripp Lite’s commitment to environmental responsibility. It is also TAA compliant for GSA schedule purchases. For peace of mind, the B126-2A1 comes backed by a one-year warranty.
Founded in 1922 in Chicago, Illinois, Tripp Lite is one of the leading manufacturer of products to power, protect, manage, house, cool, connect and mount your equipment. With a large selection of connectivity products, Tripp Lite has everything from USB hubs and reversible USB cables to fiber-optic cables and over Cat5e/Cat6 signal extenders. Whether you need to connect high-speed networks to switches, routers and servers in your data center, or send high-resolution video signals to displays and digital signs, Tripp Lite has the complete solution. Plus, before and after your purchase, our Chicago-based, in-house technical support specialists are available to assist you by phone, email and live chat. With over 90 years of quality products and service, Tripp Lite is a brand you can trust.
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| cable type | HDMI, Ethernet | HDMI, CAT6 | HDMI, CAT6 | HDMI, Ethernet |
| connector type | HDMI | HDMI | HDMI | Hdmi to Dvi |
| connector gender | Female-to-Female | Female-to-Female | Male, Male | Male, Female |
| cable length | 200 feet feet | — | 150 feet feet | 150 feet feet |
| gauge | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 |
| compatible devices | Monitor, Projector | Television | — | Television, Monitor, Projector |
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Successful install eliminates HDMI cable running across family room floor
I used to occasionally run a 15' HDMI cable across the floor of my family room from the TV's HDMI port on one wall, to the couch that I sit on where I have either my iPad or laptop. I wanted to avoid the messy cable across the floor and have a neater solution.I was successful with the Tripp Lite wall plates (I've posted two pictures) running Cat 6 cable down to the basement so the sending plate is positioned in the wall behind my couch. I was very surprised that even with several HDMI segments including an unpowered automatic HDMI switch, I was able to get signal! It took me 3 hours from start to finish including cutting out the holes for the plates, drilling holes through the floor, and punching the connections. If you haven't ever done network wiring, this will take you longer.Here are my particulars, starting from the transmitting (iPad) end:1) iPad (with Apple video adapter dongle)2) 15' StarTech HDMI cable (I've reviewed) behind couch. This is long enough for the couch or over our half wall to our kitchen area.3) Tripp Lite HDMI transmitter plate.4) 2 - 32' Belden Media Twist Cat 6 cable. Run underneath family room floor, in basement.5) Tripp Lite HDMI receiver plate.6) Mediabridge High Speed HDMI Cable with Ethernet 6 ft.7) Ultra High Performance HDMI Switcher, 3to1 Switch (I've reviewed). ***** Since this switch is not powered, the iPad alone will not power the switch. You must turn on one of its other input devices (e.g., game console, disc player). *****8) 15' StarTech HDMI cable9) TVSo my path consists 32' of Cat 6, 3 HDMI cables (15' + 6' + 15'), plus an HDMI switch. No problems in the dozen or so times I've used the plates so far. That's a total combined run of 68' of Cat 6 and HDMI.2/20/2013 UPDATE: I've been using this with iPad/laptop setup about 2 hours/week - to watch Top Chef Last Chance Kitchen and occasionally projected from laptop's HDMI.
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Wayne C, Sys Eng.
The cheap punch-down tool that it comes with is almost useless. Buy a half decent one from Amazon or ...
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