Why Choose HKE120-EH23

Overview

HKE120-EH23 transmitter and receiver extend HDMI, USB keyboard and mouse, and IR signals up to 393 ft over CAT5e/6.

01

 Control Your Source from up to 393 ft Away 

Replace a long HDMI run with one CAT5e/6 cable and carry 1080p60 video, keyboard and mouse control, and IR signals between the transmitter and receiver. It is built for control rooms, server areas, security systems, classrooms and other installations where the source and operator are far apart.

02

 Build the Distribution Topology You Need 

Start with a direct point-to-point link, send one source to multiple receivers, or route multiple sources to multiple receiver locations through a compatible router or network switch. Communication IDs let each receiver select the transmitter it needs.

03

 Scale to 16 Transmitters and 253 Receivers 

On a supported local network, assign IDs 1–16 to as many as 16 transmitters and connect up to 253 receivers. Receivers using the same transmitter ID can view and control that source from different locations.

Specifications & Support

Compatibility & Input Guide

SOURCE / TRANSMITTERConnect one HDMI source to the transmitter. For remote keyboard and mouse control of a computer, also connect the computer to the transmitter’s USB Type-B host port with a USB Type-A to Type-B cable. IR-controlled devices such as DVD players, set-top boxes and streaming boxes can use the included IR transmitter cable.RECEIVER / DISPLAYConnect one HDMI display to the receiver. Connect a USB keyboard and mouse to the receiver when remote computer control is required. The receiver can also use the included IR receiver cable.EXTENSION LINKUse a CAT5e or CAT6 UTP/FTP cable wired to the EIA/TIA-568B standard. The supported transmission distance is up to 393 ft (120 m) at 1920×1080@60Hz. HDMI and Ethernet cables are not included.NETWORK TOPOLOGYA direct cable supports point-to-point use. A compatible router or Ethernet switch enables point-to-multipoint, multipoint-to-point and multipoint-to-multipoint installations. The system supports communication IDs 1–16, up to 16 transmitters and up to 253 receivers on one local network. Do not assign the same communication ID to multiple transmitters.VERSION COMPATIBILITYNew-version and old-version transmitters and receivers are not directly cross-compatible because their IGMP support differs. Contact TESmart Support if an older unit must be upgraded for use with the new version.IMPORTANTVideo is transmitted over TCP/IP with compression. Network-switch IGMP configuration requirements conflict between the current product page/FAQ and the supplied manual; confirm the correct setting for the shipping hardware before publishing.

Technical Specifications

Transmitter Inputs: 1 × HDMI, 1 × USB Type-B host connectionReceiver Output: 1 × HDMIExtension Link: 1 × RJ45 on transmitter and 1 × RJ45 on receiverMaximum Resolution: 1920×1080@60HzMaximum Transmission Distance: 393 ft / 120 m at 1080p60Cable Requirement: CAT5e/6 UTP or FTP, EIA/TIA-568B wiringNetwork Modes: Point-to-point, point-to-multipoint, multipoint-to-point and multipoint-to-multipointSystem Capacity: Up to 16 transmitters and 253 receivers on one local networkCommunication IDs: 1–16Shared USB: Remote USB keyboard and mouse control through the receiverIR: Bidirectional installation set with IR transmitter and IR receiver cables; source-device IR pass-throughSwitching Methods: Transmitter/receiver panel buttons, receiver IR remote and keyboard hotkeysHotkey: Right Ctrl, Right Ctrl, then 1–9; for IDs 10–16, Right Ctrl, Right Ctrl, 1, then 0–6Video Transport: TCP/IP with image compressionPower: 2 × DC 5V power adapters

Included in the Box

  • 1 × HDMI KVM Extender Transmitter 1 × HDMI KVM Extender Receiver

  • 1 × IR Transmitter Cable

  • 1 × IR Receiver Cable

  • 2 × DC 5V Power Adapters

  • 1 × IR Remote Control

  • 1 × User Manual

FAQs

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[Compatibility] What devices can I connect to HKE120-EH23?

Connect one HDMI source, such as a computer, DVR, server, DVD player, set-top box or streaming device, to the transmitter and one HDMI display to the receiver. A computer also needs a USB connection to the transmitter for remote keyboard and mouse control.

[Compatibility] What resolution and transmission distance does it support?

HKE120-EH23 supports up to 1920×1080@60Hz over a CAT5e/6 cable at distances up to 393 ft (120 m). Video is transmitted over TCP/IP with compression.

[Compatibility] What Ethernet cable should I use?

Use CAT5e or CAT6 UTP/FTP cable wired to the EIA/TIA-568B standard. HDMI and Ethernet cables are not included in the package.

[Compatibility] Can I mix new-version and old-version transmitters and receivers?

Not directly. The new and old versions use different IGMP implementations, so a new receiver cannot receive video from an old transmitter and a new transmitter cannot send video to an old receiver. Contact TESmart Support if you need an older unit upgraded for mixed-version use.

[Compatibility] How can I identify the new version?

Check the anti-tear label near the product's screw opening and note the manufacturing date. The supplied FAQ and current product page use different wording for the production-date cutoff, so confirm the exact cutoff with TESmart Support before relying on the label.

[Features & Connections] Which distribution modes are supported?

The extender supports point-to-point, point-to-multipoint, multipoint-to-point and multipoint-to-multipoint installations. Use a direct CAT5e/6 cable for point-to-point operation or a compatible router or network switch for multi-device layouts.

[Features & Connections] How many transmitters and receivers can be used?

One local network can support up to 16 transmitters using communication IDs 1–16 and up to 253 receivers. Each transmitter must use a unique ID; multiple receivers may select the same transmitter ID.

[Features & Connections] Can I control a computer with a keyboard and mouse at the receiver?

Yes. Connect the computer's HDMI output and USB port to the transmitter, then connect a USB keyboard and mouse to the receiver. Keyboard and mouse data is carried over the CAT5e/6 extension link.

[Features & Connections] How does IR pass-through work?

Connect the included IR transmitter cable at the source end and place it near the source device's IR sensor. Connect the IR receiver cable at the display end, then use the source device's own remote to control it from the receiver location.

[Features & Connections] Is the video signal compressed?

Yes. HKE120-EH23 carries the image over TCP/IP with compression. It is intended for Full HD remote access and distribution rather than lossless video transport.

[Setup & Switching] How do I make a basic point-to-point connection?

Connect the source to the transmitter by HDMI and, for keyboard and mouse control, USB. Connect the display, keyboard and mouse to the receiver. Link the transmitter and receiver with CAT5e/6, power both units, and set both units to the same communication ID.

[Setup & Switching] How do I select a transmitter from a receiver?

Set the receiver's communication ID to match the required transmitter. You can change the receiver ID with its panel button, the included IR remote or keyboard hotkeys.

[Setup & Switching] What are the keyboard hotkeys for switching IDs?

Press Right Ctrl twice within two seconds, then enter the command within three seconds. For IDs 1–9, press the required number. For IDs 10–16, press 1 followed by 0–6. The keyboard must be connected to the receiver's keyboard and mouse port.

[Setup & Switching] Are HDMI, USB and Ethernet cables included?

The supplied manual states that HDMI and Ethernet cables are not included. It lists the transmitter, receiver, IR transmitter cable, IR receiver cable, two DC 5V power adapters, IR remote control and user manual in the package. A USB Type-A to Type-B cable is required for remote keyboard and mouse control but is not listed in the supplied packing list.

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