VGA & Component Video-over-CAT5 Extensionss
1. Introduction
1.1 Model AC504A … for VGA
The Model AC504A is a UTP (CAT5) VGA video extender consisting of a transmitter (AC504A-S) and a receiver (AC504A-R) sold together as a pair. The transmitter converts a PC's VGA signal into a format that can be transmitted using a single inexpensive and commonly available Category-5 Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) cable with RJ45 connectors, which is used in most Local Area Networks.
At the receiving (remote) end the Cat5 signal is converted back to VGA for connection to your monitor, projector or other display device.
The transmitter and receiver are each housed in a small plastic enclosure and include a HD15 video connector and a RJ45 connector for the Cat-5 cable. Included with the pair of devices are: one small universal power supply (can be powered at either end), and a short adapter cable for easy connection to the standard HD-15 connector of the PC.
The Mini-CAT5 Extender can drive CAT5 LAN cables to 500 feet (150 meters) with excellent video quality.
1.2Model AC504A-CP … for Component Video (RGB or YPbPr or YCbCr)
This variation of the AC504A includes cables for each end that allow connection of the transmitter to the 3 RCA connectors of DVD-players or other video sources that output Component Video (RGB or Y Pb Pr, or Y Cb Cr). A similar cable is also provided for the receiver for connection to compatible displays such as HDTV’s or high-end monitors. The actual sender and receiver units are identical to the standard AC504A and, in fact, you can use the pair to send VGA video if you substitute VGA cables.
