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Overview
The BZBGEAR BG-UHD-18GFE is a premium 4K HDMI KVM extender that provides reliable, lossless, and latency-free transmission of uncompressed 4K@60Hz 4:4:4 HDMI video with USB 2.0. Operating over single-mode fiber optic cabling, this extender is capable of transmitting signals up to 6.25 miles (10km), making it an ideal solution for remote workstations and large-scale installations that demand high-quality video and KVM control over long distances.
Designed to meet TAA compliance requirements, the BG-UHD-18GFE delivers robust and secure performance that meets the stringent demands of government agencies, military installations, and large campuses. Supporting 18Gbps HDMI transmission rates, the extender provides lossless video with zero latency, ensuring that video and KVM control remain in perfect sync. With HDMI 2.0 ports that are HDCP 2.2 compliant and support for HDR video signals, this extender delivers stunning visuals with uncompromising clarity and detail.
In addition to video and KVM functionality, the BG-UHD-18GFE is equipped with RS-232 and bi-directional IR pass-through, providing enhanced control and flexibility for a wide range of applications. Whether you're setting up a secure remote workstation or need to transmit high-quality video signals over long distances, the BG-UHD-18GFE offers reliable, robust, and efficient performance that meets the most demanding requirements.
TAA COMPLIANT PRODUCT
Features
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Crystal Clear ImagesSupports 4K@60 HDR (4:4:4) -
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Fiber-OpticSingle-mode SFP connection provides pure signal over extreme distances -
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USB 2.0Connect 2 remote USB devices -
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RS-232Supports RS-232 passthrough to extend control signals -
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IR PassthroughFull 2-way IR passthrough -
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Long RangeExtends HDMI up to 6.25 miles (10km)
- HDCP2.2
- Link LED indicator light
- Wall mounting housing design for easy and robust installation
Videos
Tech Specifications
| Technical | |||
| Role of usage | Transmitter [TX] | Receiver [RX] | |
| Input | 1x HDMI, 1x 3.5mm | 1x fiber, 1x 3.5mm | |
| Output | 1x fiber, 1x 3.5mm | 1x HDMI, 1x 3.5mm | |
| In / Out | 1x RS-232, 1x USB | 1x RS-232, 2x USB | |
| HDMI compliance | HDMI 2.0a | ||
| HDCP compliance | HDCP 2.2 | ||
| Video bandwidth | Single-link 600MHz [18Gbps] | ||
| Video support | HDR 4K2K@60 (4:2:0 10bits) / 4K2K@60 (4:4:4 8bits) | ||
| HDMI over fiber | Yes | ||
| Audio support | Surround sound [up to 7.1ch] or stereo audio | ||
| Equalization | Auto | ||
| Input TMDS signal | 1.2 Volts [peak-to-peak] | ||
| Input DDC signal | 5 Volts [peak-to-peak, TTL] | ||
| ESD protection | Human body model — ±15kV [air-gap discharge] & ±8kV [contact discharge] | ||
| PCB stack-up | 4-layer board [impedance control — differential 100Ω; single 50Ω] | ||
| IR pass-thru | Bi-directional | ||
| RS-232 support | Yes | ||
| HDMI source control | Controllable via IR pass-through from RX to TX with IR extenders | ||
| HDMI connector | Type A [19-pin female] | ||
| USB connector | Type A | ||
| 3.5mm connector | IR receiver / IR blaster | IR receiver / IR blaster | |
| Mechanical | |||
| Housing | Metal enclosure | ||
| Dimensions [L x W x H] |
Model | 4.9" x4.4" x1.1" [125 x 112.2 x 28mm] | 4.9" x4.4" x1.1" [125 x 112.2 x 28mm] |
| Package | 1'5" x 6.7" x 3" [371 x 170 x 77mm] | ||
| Weight | Model | 16.3 oz [463g] | 16 oz [455g] |
| Package | 3.8 lbs [1730g] | ||
| Fixedness | Wall-mounting case with screws | ||
| Power supply | 12V2A | ||
| Power consumption | Max 10W | ||
| Operation temperature | -32~122°F / 0~50°C | ||
| Storage temperature | -4~140°F / -20~60°C | ||
| Relative humidity | 20~90% RH [no condensation] | ||
Resources
PACKAGE CONTENTS
- 1x BG-UHD-18GFE [TX & RX]
- 1x IR blaster
- 1x IR receiver
- 2x DC 12V
- 1x User Manual
- 2x Single Mode Module [optional]
Interfaces
- USB [Device]: Connect to the USB keyboard & mouse.
- RS-232: Connect to the serial port device with a DSUB-9 male-male or male-female cable.
- Mini USB: Update Firmware.
- Dip Switch: Turn on firmware update mode, USB on/off, RS-232/IR on/off.
- LED indicators:
Red: Power LED indicator.
Green: Link LED indicator. - SFP IN: Plug in single mode fiber optic cables that are connected to the transmitting unit.
- HDMI OUT: Connect to a HDMI display with a HDMI male-male cable.
- IR Receiver: Infrared 3.5mm socket for plugging in the extension cable of the IR receiver.
- IR Blaster: Infrared 3.5mm socket for plugging in the extension cable of IR blaster.
- +12V DC: Connect to a 12V power supply unit.
- USB [Host]: Connect to a USB port from the computer for keyboard & mouse control of remote device.
- RS-232: Connect to the serial port device with a DSUB-9 male-male or male-female cable.
- Mini USB: Update Firmware.
- Dip Switch: Turn on firmware update mode, USB on/off, RS-232/IR on/off.
- LED indicators: Red: Power LED indicator.
Green: Link LED indicator. - SFP OUT: Plug in single mode fiber optic cables that connect to the receiving unit.
- HDMI IN: Connect to a HDMI source with a HDMI male-male cable.
- IR Receiver: Infrared 3.5mm socket for plugging in the extension cable of the IR receiver.
- IR Blaster: Infrared 3.5mm socket for plugging in the extension cable of IR blaster.
- +12V DC: Connect to a 12V power supply unit.
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