Boardroom Buddy – HDMI/USB-C Extender Over CAT6a
Boardroom Buddy is a professional AV extension solution designed for modern meeting rooms and collaboration spaces. It extends uncompressed 4K60 4:4:4 video, USB 3.2 Gen 1 data, RS232 control, and power delivery over a single CAT6a cable, simplifying installation while maintaining maximum performance.
Key Features
- Uncompressed 4K60 4:4:4 Video
- Delivers pixel-perfect video quality with no compression artifacts.
- Ideal for presentations, spreadsheets, detailed graphics, and conferencing applications.
- Supports resolutions up to 5K via USB-C connectivity.
- USB 3.2 Gen 1 Extension
- Provides up to 2.5Gbps data throughput.
- Supports conferencing cameras, touch displays, USB peripherals, audio devices, and collaboration hardware.
- Single-Cable Installation
- Extends video, USB, control, and power through a single CAT6a cable.
- Reduces cable clutter and simplifies meeting room deployments.
- Extension Distance
- Supports transmission up to 40 meters (130 feet) over CAT6a cabling.
- 100W USB-C Power Delivery
- Charges connected laptops with up to 100W PD while simultaneously carrying video and USB data.
- Eliminates the need for separate laptop power adapters.
Power over Cable (PoC)
Boardroom Buddy features Power over Cable (PoC) technology:
- Only one side requires connection to the power supply.
- The powered unit automatically supplies power to the remote unit.
- No additional power injectors or secondary power adapters are required.
- For full 100W laptop charging, the transmitter (TX) side should be powered.
Connectivity & Control
- USB-C Input and Output
- Supports modern laptops and collaboration devices.
- Compatible with:
- Windows laptops
- MacBooks
- Chromebooks
- USB-C docking environments
- RS232 Pass-Through
- Enables integration with room control systems and legacy AV infrastructure.
- Suitable for commercial AV and automation environments.
Installation-Friendly Design
- Locking USB-C Connectors
- Screw-lock USB-C connections prevent accidental disconnections.
- Locking Power Connector
- Secure power connection for permanent installations.
- EDID Management
- Allows loading display EDID information directly into the extender.
- Helps prevent display compatibility and resolution negotiation issues.
Enterprise & Government Ready
- TAA Compliant
- Suitable for U.S. government procurement requirements and federal projects.
- 5-Year Warranty
- Comprehensive manufacturer warranty.
- Includes advance replacement service for minimal downtime.
Typical Applications
- Corporate boardrooms
- Conference rooms
- Microsoft Teams Rooms
- Zoom Rooms
- Training centers
- University classrooms
- Collaboration spaces
- Control room environments
Technical Highlights
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Video Resolution | Up to 4K60 4:4:4 Uncompressed (supports 5K via USB-C) |
| USB Support | USB 3.2 Gen 1 |
| Data Throughput | Up to 2.5Gbps |
| Extension Distance | 40m (130ft) |
| Cable Type | Single CAT6a |
| Power Delivery | Up to 100W USB-C PD |
| Power Over Cable | Yes (PoC) |
| RS232 | Yes |
| Connector Locking | USB-C & Power |
| Warranty | 5 Years |
| Compliance | TAA Compliant |
Summary: Boardroom Buddy combines uncompressed 4K60 video, USB extension, 100W laptop charging, RS232 control, and PoC into a single CAT6a-based solution, making it an ideal choice for professional meeting rooms where reliability, simplicity, and high-quality AV performance are essential.
