OREI HDMI Extender 1080p over Cat5e/Cat6 up to 165ft

OREI's HDMI extender sends full 1080p@60Hz over a single Cat5e/Cat6/Cat7 cable up to 165 feet, with one-way IR control, a local HDMI loop output, and power-over-cable convenience.

Designed for homes, offices, classrooms and retail installations, this OREI extender package includes a transmitter and receiver that extend HDMI signals reliably using inexpensive UTP cabling. It supports HDMI 1.4 and HDCP 1.4 compatibility and uses M-JPEG processing to keep compression artifacts minimal while delivering widely supported video formats from 480i up to 1080p@60Hz. The transmitter also offers a local HDMI loop output so you can monitor the source at the sending site without affecting the distributed signal.

How far can I run my HDMI signal with this extender?

The unit reaches up to 165 feet (about 50 meters) over a single Cat5e, Cat6, or Cat7 cable while maintaining 1080p at 60Hz. Actual distance may vary with cable quality, interference and resolution. For best results, use solid-core, shielded cable in environments with electrical noise.

• Maximum tested range: 165 feet / 50 meters
• Compatible cable: Cat5e, Cat6, Cat7 (solid-core recommended)
• Resilient to common interference when using shielded cable

Will it keep picture quality and what resolutions are supported?

OREI’s extender supports a broad set of HDMI resolutions from standard definition up to full HD 1080p at 60Hz with minimal visible compression thanks to its M-JPEG processing. It is HDMI 1.4 and HDCP 1.4 compliant, so most Blu-ray players, game consoles and media boxes are supported. It does not upconvert to 4K — it preserves and transmits supported source resolutions up to 1080p.

• Supported formats: 480i/p, 576i/p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p (50/60Hz)
• Compression method: M-JPEG for low visual loss
• HDMI/HDCP compliance: HDMI 1.4, HDCP 1.4

How does the IR pass-through and HDMI loop output help my setup?

The one-way IR pass-through allows remote control commands from the receiver end to reach your source device at the transmitter location, so you can change channels or control playback without walking to the source. The transmitter’s HDMI loop output provides a local display for monitoring or local viewing while the receiver sends the same feed down the cable. These features simplify multi-room or concealed-source installations.

• IR pass-through: control source devices from the remote display area
• HDMI loop-out: local monitor at transmitter without extra splitter
• One-way IR: designed for remote-to-source control (receiver → transmitter)

What about installation and power — is it complicated?

Installation is straightforward: connect the source to the transmitter HDMI input, run a single Cat cable to the receiver, then connect the receiver to the display. The extender supports power over cable to simplify cabling in many layouts, but check included adapter details for your configuration. No specialized software is required, making it suitable for quick plug-and-play deployments.

• Simple connections: HDMI in, Cat5e/Cat6 cable, HDMI out
• Power options: uses included adapters and supports power-sparing cable arrangements
• Plug-and-play: no drivers or configuration needed

Who is this for: installers, small business owners, AV hobbyists and homeowners who need reliable long-distance HDMI distribution without running expensive HDMI cable. It’s ideal for connecting game consoles, PCs, Blu-ray players, streaming boxes or media players to remote displays where maintaining full 1080p at 60Hz and remote control is important.

If you need help with compatibility or installation, contact OREI support at info@orei.com for product-specific guidance and troubleshooting.