Eaton (Tripp Lite) B140‑101X – DVI over Cat5/Cat6 Active Extender Kit

Overview :

The Eaton (Tripp Lite) B140‑101X is an active video extender kit that includes both a transmitter and receiver to extend digital video signals over structured cabling. It is deployed by audiovisual integrators, IT infrastructure teams, and facilities engineers to overcome the limited cable length of standard DVI runs. This extender solves the distance constraint by transporting single‑link DVI video over Category 5e/6 copper up to longer distances without signal degradation.

The system supports DVI‑D single‑link video and extends resolutions up to 1920 × 1080 @ 60 Hz. Using a single Cat5e/6 patch cable between units, the extender achieves up to 150 ft (45.7 m) at full HD resolution or up to 200 ft (61 m) at lower resolutions (e.g., 1024 × 768 @ 60 Hz). An integrated equalization control allows fine‑tuning of the received video quality.

Mechanically, the kit consists of a local transmitter unit that connects to the video source and a remote receiver unit that connects to the display. Both units provide RJ45 Category cable ports and DVI connectors, and the remote includes mounting hardware for rack, wall, or pole installation. Power is supplied via an external universal power adapter, and the devices operate in a plug‑and‑play manner without software or drivers.

This product integrates into existing cabling infrastructures using 24 AWG solid‑core Cat5e or Cat6 cables — selection of high‑quality cabling ensures maximum reach and signal integrity. It is not a network video streaming device and does not provide IP video conversion; it strictly extends DVI video over point‑to‑point twisted‑pair links.

A typical use case is extending a workstation or server DVI output to a remotely located display in a control room, AV rack, or conference area where direct DVI cable lengths would fall short. This extender should not be used where internal audio distribution, HDMI/DisplayPort conversion, or networked streaming solutions are required.

Key Features

• Active DVI over Cat5e/6 extender with Tx/Rx pair
• Supports DVI‑D single‑link full‑HD up to 1920 × 1080 @ 60 Hz
• Extends video up to 150 ft (45.7 m) HD, 200 ft (61 m) lower res
• Built‑in equalization control for image adjustment
• Includes mounting hardware and external power supply