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Cat5 VGA Extender Buyer's Guide

A Cat5 VGA extender transmits VGA video up to 1,000 ft over a single Cat5e/Cat6 cable, replacing long bulky VGA runs. Available with or without audio and local output, and with gain/peaking/skew controls for picture tuning at distance. Supports up to WUXGA (1920x1200) resolution.

Key features to confirm

  • Up to 1,000 ft over Cat5e/Cat6 UTP.
  • Up to 1920x1200 (WUXGA) resolution.
  • Optional audio and local output on the transmitter.
  • Gain, peaking, and skew controls on the receiver.
  • CE, FCC, RoHS certified. Plug-and-play.
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Point-to-point VGACat5 VGA extender pair
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Cable-freeWireless VGA extender

For digital video see the DVI or HDMI extender. For KVM see the Cat5 KVM extender.

Frequently Asked Questions

How far can a Cat5 VGA extender reach?

Up to 1,000 ft (300 m) over a single Cat5e/Cat6 cable.

What resolution does it support?

Up to 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) at 60 Hz.

Can I add audio?

Yes, models with 3.5 mm stereo audio passthrough are available.

Do I need a splitter extender?

Only if one VGA source needs to reach multiple displays. Otherwise a point-to-point pair is sufficient.

Extending VGA across a building? Our engineers help match distance, resolution, and audio needs to your project. Call (216) 798-7530 for free system design help.

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