DVI 201xi Tx Retired

DVI Twisted Pair Transmitter with EDID Minder®
Key Features
  • Transmits single link DVI-D and control signals over CATx cables
  • Sends 720p, 1080i, and XGA (1024x768) signals over 200 feet (60 meters), 1080p/60 and 1920x1200 signals over 100 feet (30 meters) with standard CAT 5e cable
  • Extron strongly recommends using individually shielded twisted pair cabling for optimal performance
  • Extron STP201 Digital Twisted Pair cable provides added protection from outside interference and increases overall signal transmission distance
  • EDID Minder® automatically manages EDID communication between connected devices
  • Automatic input cable equalization
The Extron DVI 201xi Tx
Model Version Description Part #
 DVI 201xi Tx DVI Twisted Pair Transmitter 60-1013-12 Retired

This product has been retired.

The Extron DVI 201xi Tx is a twisted pair transmitter that enables DVI or HDMI signals to be carried over distances significantly beyond the capability of standard DVI or HDMI cables. Linked together using two economical and integration friendly CAT 5e, CAT 6, CAT 7, or Extron STP201 cables, the DVI 201xi Tx transmitter and a DVI 201 or DVI 201 A D Twisted Pair Receiver work together to send single link DVI-D or HDMI signals over 200 feet (60 meters) for HDTV and XGA 1024x768. The DVI 201xi Tx includes EDID Minder®, automatic input equalization, and rack mount capability, all designed to help optimize system integration for DVI signal transmission.

The DVI 201xi Tx features EDID Minder, which automatically manages EDID - Extended Display Identification Data communication between the input source and the display, ensuring the source powers up properly and reliably delivers content to the display. The DVI 201xi Tx offers an ideal, cost effective means for extending digital video, multi-channel audio, and control signals from DVI or HDMI-equipped devices. The HDCP-compliant DVI 201xi Tx enables the long distance transmission of HDTV signals with HDCP for copy protection of digital television broadcasts and high resolution digital video output from DTV tuners, DVRs, and Blu-ray Disc players. The DVI 201xi Tx is fully compatible with HDMI signals when used with the appropriate adapters from Extron.

Several features facilitate convenient, streamlined system integration. Automatic input equalization reduces the need for additional signal conditioning equipment by compensating for signal loss when using long input cable assemblies. The DVI 201xi Tx includes a DVI loop-through to support monitoring on a local display device. RS-232 or IR signals from a control system can also be transmitted over the same cabling as the DVI signals, providing remote control of a projector or flat-panel display. Furthermore, a DVI 201 or DVI 201 A D receiver attached to the DVI 201xi Tx can be remotely powered over this cabling, so that external power is necessary only at the transmitter location.

The DVI 201xi Tx can be used with standard CAT 5e, CAT 6, or CAT 7 cables to extend 1920x1200 and HDTV 1080p/60 signals up to 100 feet (30 meters). However, when used with Extron STP201 Shielded Digital Twisted Pair Cable, these signals can be extended up to 150 feet (45 meters). Extron STP201 cables are specially designed for superior digital signal transmission performance, featuring an S/FTP design with individually foil wrapped conductor pairs and overall braided shield for noise immunity and low crosstalk.

The DVI 201xi Tx transmitter is housed in a rack-mountable 1U, half rack width metal enclosure. It can be matched with the DVI 201 or DVI 201 A D decorator-style Twisted Pair Receiver to suit the installation requirements of a specific application.