Blustream Introduces Uncompressed, Unconverted 18Gbps HDMI Over HDBaseT™ Extender Set

For installations requiring the highest video quality possible, the HEX18G-KIT delivers 4K 60Hz 4:4:4 UHD, HDR10/10+, and Dolby Vision up to 328 feet over a single Cat6A cable

SHAKOPEE, Minn. — Sept. 15, 2021 — Leading AV distribution innovator, Blustream, today announced it is shipping its new uncompressed, unconverted 18Gbps HDMI over HDBaseT extender set, ideal for residential and commercial installations demanding the highest possible quality. Using the latest HDBaseT technology, the HEX18G-KIT enables distribution of bit-for-bit 4K HDMI video and audio up to 328 feet over a single Cat6A cable.

“The zero-compression HEX18G-KIT is designed for applications that demand the absolute highest video quality, from the luxury home theater to the executive boardroom,” said Martyn Shirley, Blustream General Manager. “By delivering full 18Gbps HDMI 2.0 video and audio over a single Cat6a cable, the HEX18G-IT offers true uncompressed and unconverted performance.”

The HEX18G-KIT supports the HDMI 2.0 18Gbps specification, including 4K 60Hz 4:4:4 UHD video, and HDCP 2.3/2.2. The HEX18G-TX transmitter and HEX18G-RX receiver support uncompressed distribution of the latest HDR resolutions — including HDR10/10+ and Dolby Vision — for the ultimate in picture quality. HDMI re-clocking on the HDBaseT receiver helps to resolve HDMI HDCP, compatibility, and handshaking issues.

The extender set supports all known HDMI audio formats — including Dolby Atmos, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, and DTS-HD Master Audio transmission — in addition to bi-directional IR, RS-232, and power over cable (PoC).

For more information, visit:

www.blustream.co.uk
www.blustream.com.au
www.blustream-us.com

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About Blustream
After six years of international success, Blustream is now available in the US. Founded in Melbourne, Australia, and with regional HQs in Nottingham, UK, and Shakopee, Minnesota, Blustream is the custom installation industry’s award-winning option for advanced HDMI distribution. The company’s products have been designed and engineered by a global team of audio/video (AV) innovators with more than 30 years of experience. Blustream develops a wide range of HDBaseT and HDMI solutions that deliver advanced AV integration, delivering both industry-leading performance and exceptional reliability.

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Blustream Introduces Uncompressed, Unconverted 18Gbps HDMI Over HDBaseT™ Extender Set