Monoprice Blackbird 4K HDBaseT Extender Kit, 120m, HDR, 18Gbps, 4K@60Hz, YCbCr 4:4:4, HDCP 2.2, PoC, RS-232, Loop Out and Bidirectional IR
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I have the transmitter and receiver unit and need another power supply, where can i buy another power supply? need the correct connector...
New User U
on Jan 25, 2022
BEST ANSWER: Just to clarify, when you say “another! Power supply” do you mean a replacement power supply? I only ask because only one the the units requires power. After you plug it in it powers the other unit via the Cat 6 cable.
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- Brett H on Jan 25, 2022
- Purchased on Feb 24, 2021
works fine with power supply on both ends...we have another set and i used its power supply...so yes, need an additional ps to keep video from dropping out every 30 seconds or so...
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- New User U on Jan 25, 2022
BEST ANSWER: Just to clarify, when you say “another! Power supply” do you mean a replacement power supply? I only ask because only one the the units requires power. After you plug it in it powers the other unit via the Cat 6 cable.
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- Brett H on Jan 25, 2022
- Purchased on Feb 24, 2021
works fine with power supply on both ends...we have another set and i used its power supply...so yes, need an additional ps to keep video from dropping out every 30 seconds or so...
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- New User U on Jan 25, 2022
This should come with one power supply, and you can put that on either transmitter or receiver. Once you run the data, (Cat5, Cat5e, or Cat6) that will carry power to the other end.
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- Phil M on Jan 25, 2022
- Purchased on Nov 2, 2021
Running the distance i am it is causing video to drop out poe...
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- New User U on Jan 25, 2022
it only comes with one power supply because that is all you need. The transmitter end injects the power over the ethernet and that is how the receiver gets power.
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- John P on Jan 25, 2022
- Purchased on Nov 11, 2021
The receiver gets it's power from the transmitter using Power Over Ethernet, so once you connect them together you should not need a power supply for the receiver?
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- Kendall B on Jan 25, 2022
- Purchased on Oct 10, 2021
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Does the extender require a continuous cable connection (like connecting through a wall plate or joining two cables) or will it only work with a single straight cable?
New User U
on Apr 17, 2022
BEST ANSWER: One single cable will do the job. You can connect the power cable to either the transmitter or the receiver and the other unit will be powered via the Ethernet cable.
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- Victor l on Apr 17, 2022
- Purchased on Feb 12, 2022
BEST ANSWER: One single cable will do the job. You can connect the power cable to either the transmitter or the receiver and the other unit will be powered via the Ethernet cable.
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- Victor l on Apr 17, 2022
- Purchased on Feb 12, 2022
Mine works through multiple connections / network closet / patchbay etc etc.
CAT6 is recommended tho
CAT6 is recommended tho
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- Frank G on Apr 18, 2022
- Purchased on Feb 28, 2022
I've tried this device through Keystone and directly to the device. Works great. Standard CAT 5/6.
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- Michael H on Apr 17, 2022
- Purchased on Aug 23, 2021
Mine is connected through a wall plate at one end of a 15M or so run without issue.
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- William L on Apr 18, 2022
- Purchased on Feb 12, 2022
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I see a 3.5mm audio out jack. Does this unit not send audio over the HDMI connection?
A shopper
on Sep 19, 2023
BEST ANSWER: Hello,
Thank you for your inquiry. This device handles audio via HDMI with an optional 3.5mm audio out port.
Thank you for your inquiry. This device handles audio via HDMI with an optional 3.5mm audio out port.
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- Coty R Staff on Sep 26, 2023
BEST ANSWER: Hello,
Thank you for your inquiry. This device handles audio via HDMI with an optional 3.5mm audio out port.
Thank you for your inquiry. This device handles audio via HDMI with an optional 3.5mm audio out port.
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- Coty R Staff on Sep 26, 2023
This unit absolutely sends audio over HDMI (via Ethernet cable). I've been extremely satisfied with the performance of this product. It connects a receiver upstairs with a flat-screen TV downstairs. In the past I tried two different HDMI repeaters over a 50-foot HDMI cable. None of them worked. But this Blackbird HDBaseT Extender works flawlessly.
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- Khurram Z on Oct 3, 2023
- Purchased on Jun 12, 2023
Yes - the unit does support audio via HDMI.... As I have never used the audio out port, I cannot confirm if doing so would terminate the HDMI audio.
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- Robin P on Oct 4, 2023
- Purchased on Aug 9, 2023
This does have audio signal over HDMI. 3.5mm audio jack can be used to connect to sound bar or other audio device, but is not needed to get audio.
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- Wyatt T on Oct 3, 2023
- Purchased on Apr 29, 2023
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Just confirming this won't work bring routed, correct? I have cat8 running through the house but via switches upstairs and downstairs. It would need to travel through 4 switches instead of 1 single cat cable. That's a no go right? Thank you!
A shopper
on Nov 26, 2023
BEST ANSWER: You are correct, it won't work that way. You'll need to look for an HDMI over IP extender - probably with a base controller.
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- Cary S on Nov 26, 2023
- Purchased on Mar 3, 2023
BEST ANSWER: You are correct, it won't work that way. You'll need to look for an HDMI over IP extender - probably with a base controller.
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- Cary S on Nov 26, 2023
- Purchased on Mar 3, 2023
HDBaseT requires point to point CAT6. It is not IP based and cannot be used with network switches.
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- Robert K on Nov 27, 2023
- Purchased on Sep 14, 2023
That is correct, this must be a direct Cat5/6/7/8 connection from transmitter to receiver
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- Xavier on Nov 27, 2023
- Purchased on Mar 2, 2023
yeah it only works through direct connection over cat6/5e.
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- Alex P on Nov 27, 2023
- Purchased on Jun 22, 2023
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What is the maximum bandwidth for this when used with cat6a ethernet cables? 18 Gbps or 10 Gbps? If 18 Gpbs is the bandwidth, how is that possible with cat6a supporting a maximum of 10 Gbps? Or have I misunderstood cat6a?
Abdul D
on Dec 23, 2020
BEST ANSWER: 18gbs isn't the network/data transmission speed. You would never even get video in your home if that was the case. . data compression is used between the units and then the extender pushes 18gbps through hdmi to your tv.
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- anteater97 on May 28, 2021
- Purchased on Feb 7, 2021
BEST ANSWER: 18gbs isn't the network/data transmission speed. You would never even get video in your home if that was the case. . data compression is used between the units and then the extender pushes 18gbps through hdmi to your tv.
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- anteater97 on May 28, 2021
- Purchased on Feb 7, 2021
They achieve this via the use of a turbo encabulator.
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- Brett H on May 28, 2021
- Purchased on Feb 24, 2021
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Does this have ARC?
A shopper
on Jun 25, 2020
BEST ANSWER: Nope. HDbase-t doesn't support it. Nor does It support anything above 10Gbps. They're lying their butts off on these products.
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- Jonathan S on Nov 18, 2020
HDBaseT 3.0 supports both eArc and 18Gps. First lookup spec, then make accusations.
As someone who just purchased the device (running with a 50ft Cat6 cable), I can confirm it works with ARC. I have had problem with Dolby Atmos, but I'm not confident that this isn't a problem with my audio equipment. Other multi channel formats have been fine.
For the record regarding 18Gps, no problems outputting 4K 60Hz 4:4:4 or 4K 60Hz 4:2:2 HDR from my PS4. Also no problems with Dolby Vision/UHD BDs.
As someone who just purchased the device (running with a 50ft Cat6 cable), I can confirm it works with ARC. I have had problem with Dolby Atmos, but I'm not confident that this isn't a problem with my audio equipment. Other multi channel formats have been fine.
For the record regarding 18Gps, no problems outputting 4K 60Hz 4:4:4 or 4K 60Hz 4:2:2 HDR from my PS4. Also no problems with Dolby Vision/UHD BDs.
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- Christopher C on Dec 11, 2020
Your statement isn't correct. With other products you can do 18gbps 4:4:4 w/ HDR and eARC over HDBaseT.
BEST ANSWER: Nope. HDbase-t doesn't support it. Nor does It support anything above 10Gbps. They're lying their butts off on these products.
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- Jonathan S on Nov 18, 2020
HDBaseT 3.0 supports both eArc and 18Gps. First lookup spec, then make accusations.
As someone who just purchased the device (running with a 50ft Cat6 cable), I can confirm it works with ARC. I have had problem with Dolby Atmos, but I'm not confident that this isn't a problem with my audio equipment. Other multi channel formats have been fine.
For the record regarding 18Gps, no problems outputting 4K 60Hz 4:4:4 or 4K 60Hz 4:2:2 HDR from my PS4. Also no problems with Dolby Vision/UHD BDs.
As someone who just purchased the device (running with a 50ft Cat6 cable), I can confirm it works with ARC. I have had problem with Dolby Atmos, but I'm not confident that this isn't a problem with my audio equipment. Other multi channel formats have been fine.
For the record regarding 18Gps, no problems outputting 4K 60Hz 4:4:4 or 4K 60Hz 4:2:2 HDR from my PS4. Also no problems with Dolby Vision/UHD BDs.
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- Christopher C on Dec 11, 2020
Your statement isn't correct. With other products you can do 18gbps 4:4:4 w/ HDR and eARC over HDBaseT.
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Is this extender based on the HDBaseT 3.0 spec? Does it use compression of any form?
Nathan F
on Jul 30, 2020
BEST ANSWER: I believe this is an HDBaseT 2.0 extender and uses lossy compression for signals above 10.2 Gbs. The only 3.0 extenders I could find are the Aten VE1843 and the Rextron EGBMU-M3010. They cost a lot more.
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- Evan W on Mar 26, 2022
BEST ANSWER: I believe this is an HDBaseT 2.0 extender and uses lossy compression for signals above 10.2 Gbs. The only 3.0 extenders I could find are the Aten VE1843 and the Rextron EGBMU-M3010. They cost a lot more.
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- Evan W on Mar 26, 2022
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Will this carry an 11.2 audio signal?
A shopper
on Aug 16, 2020
BEST ANSWER: Along with 4K picture or 11.2 audio by itself?
Should easily do 11.2 by itself.
Should easily do 11.2 by itself.
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- New User U on Sep 6, 2021
BEST ANSWER: Along with 4K picture or 11.2 audio by itself?
Should easily do 11.2 by itself.
Should easily do 11.2 by itself.
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- New User U on Sep 6, 2021
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Will this work with Comcast Xfinity units? Will it work in this configuration: Comcast Receiver -> A/V Receiver -> 4K HDTV ? Monoprice Tech Support should respond promptly and with accurate information to all our questions submitted here.
K T
on Nov 25, 2020
BEST ANSWER: Where is the extender going? Comcast to AVR or AVR to 4KTV?
Typically it’s used from AVR to 4K TV.
Typically it’s used from AVR to 4K TV.
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- New User U on Sep 6, 2021
BEST ANSWER: Where is the extender going? Comcast to AVR or AVR to 4KTV?
Typically it’s used from AVR to 4K TV.
Typically it’s used from AVR to 4K TV.
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- New User U on Sep 6, 2021
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Can you used shielded cables with this? (Is the RJ45 port built to accept shielded cables?)
Donald W
on Aug 19, 2021
BEST ANSWER: You can use shielded cables and they will function just fine but I don’t know if the ports on this unit are grounded properly or not. Only the manufacturer would know for sure.
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- Brett H on Aug 20, 2021
- Purchased on Feb 24, 2021
BEST ANSWER: You can use shielded cables and they will function just fine but I don’t know if the ports on this unit are grounded properly or not. Only the manufacturer would know for sure.
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- Brett H on Aug 20, 2021
- Purchased on Feb 24, 2021
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does this work with dolby vision?
Rob L
on Mar 26, 2023
BEST ANSWER: Hello,
Thank you for your inquiry. Yes this device does support Dolby Vision.
Thank you for your inquiry. Yes this device does support Dolby Vision.
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- Coty R Staff on Jun 27, 2023
BEST ANSWER: Hello,
Thank you for your inquiry. Yes this device does support Dolby Vision.
Thank you for your inquiry. Yes this device does support Dolby Vision.
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- Coty R Staff on Jun 27, 2023
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I am having problems where 3d is coming as 1920x2055 instead of 1920x1080. Anyone else?
A shopper
on May 14, 2023
BEST ANSWER: Hello,
Thank you for your inquiry. Monoprice stands behind all their products and offer a 3 year warranty on this product. Along with that, a 30-day returns policy. If you have encountered any issues, please reach out to our Customer Support team.
Thank you for your inquiry. Monoprice stands behind all their products and offer a 3 year warranty on this product. Along with that, a 30-day returns policy. If you have encountered any issues, please reach out to our Customer Support team.
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- Coty R Staff on Jun 27, 2023
BEST ANSWER: Hello,
Thank you for your inquiry. Monoprice stands behind all their products and offer a 3 year warranty on this product. Along with that, a 30-day returns policy. If you have encountered any issues, please reach out to our Customer Support team.
Thank you for your inquiry. Monoprice stands behind all their products and offer a 3 year warranty on this product. Along with that, a 30-day returns policy. If you have encountered any issues, please reach out to our Customer Support team.
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- Coty R Staff on Jun 27, 2023
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I have a Sony Projector, an Apple TV 4K, and a Denon Receiver. I'm trying to get the Apple TV 4K to the projector without passing it through the Denon receiver to eliminate an extra handshake. Can I connect it as follows?
Projector to Receiver's HDMI Out.
Receiver to Transmitter via Cat 8 ethernet.
Denon receiver to the HDMI Out and the Apple TV 4K to the HDMI In on the transmitter unit
Will this work and the audio be in sync with the projector?
Projector to Receiver's HDMI Out.
Receiver to Transmitter via Cat 8 ethernet.
Denon receiver to the HDMI Out and the Apple TV 4K to the HDMI In on the transmitter unit
Will this work and the audio be in sync with the projector?
A shopper
on Nov 29, 2023
BEST ANSWER: Hello,
Monoprice stands behind all their products and offer support for any product related question. For further assistance, please reach out to our Customer Support team.
Monoprice stands behind all their products and offer support for any product related question. For further assistance, please reach out to our Customer Support team.
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- Coty R Staff on Dec 12, 2023
BEST ANSWER: Hello,
Monoprice stands behind all their products and offer support for any product related question. For further assistance, please reach out to our Customer Support team.
Monoprice stands behind all their products and offer support for any product related question. For further assistance, please reach out to our Customer Support team.
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- Coty R Staff on Dec 12, 2023
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Is the IR dual band (60kHz)?
A shopper
on Jul 16, 2020
What is the pinout of the IR emitter? Would it be compatible with a Harmony IR blaster (with a 2.5 to 3.5mm adapter)?
Max S
on Sep 3, 2021
can the loop out be used to power feed a second extender transmitter?
A shopper
on Oct 10, 2023
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Rated 4 out of 5
Works well with small issue
Works well, only issue is the loopback will not redo EDID after remote display is disconnected without rebooting the extender.
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Rated 5 out of 5
Easy to set up
it was easy to set up and works well.
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Rated 5 out of 5
Best extenders we've found
We had heaps of problems with Gefen extenders, as well as Tripp-Lite extenders that we had high hopes for and had to return because they just refused to work. This affordable extender worked far better, and has been stable for months.
Note: I haven't tested 4K or HDR10+ capabilities with those units. We use them (currently) to extend PC monitors at 1920x1080, 8-bit, 60Hz, 4:4:4.
Oh and the local loop-out feature on the Tx unit is great!
Note: I haven't tested 4K or HDR10+ capabilities with those units. We use them (currently) to extend PC monitors at 1920x1080, 8-bit, 60Hz, 4:4:4.
Oh and the local loop-out feature on the Tx unit is great!
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Rated 5 out of 5
Fantastically useful
We deployed many of these across on university campus last couple of years. Very reliable so far and very good transmission quality. the loop out feature is very nice for lectern monitor to match a screen around the room. highly recommend this product.
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April 19, 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5
To make a long story short, I got 4 of these kits in 2 shipments. Each kit only had one each IR emitter and receiver. The kits are supposed to have 2 of each. Finally I was told to cannibalize one of the kits and send the other 3 back. The one that I now am using works great. Whoever made those kits either got the wrong instructions or failed to follow the instructions or whoever wrote the description should have said 1 of eac.all your kits are wrong
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Rated 5 out of 5
Flawless
We use these to feed two very large projector for our sanctuary screens. They work flawlessly.
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Rated 5 out of 5
Works great and easy install!
My entertainment company that installed my system provided a 4k extender but it did neither hdr or Dolby Vision and I was told it was a limitation of my Denon AV receiver. Well after a few good hours of research on my own I found their answer to be hogwash and ordered these. Once the arrived unboxed them, plugged them in, and worked like a charm. So to the so called experts a little reading and research and you can probably make your customers a lot happier.
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September 20, 2021
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Rated 5 out of 5
Very solid long-range HDBaseT extender
Definitely provides the longer range -- I have another Monoprice HDBaseT system (the 8x8 matrix), which works great at the listed ranges, but had one location that exceeded the specified length for that device, so would not work for 4K. This unit supports the longer run, and works great. Would definitely recommend for those long runs!
As an aside, this also runs cooler than the previous generation Monoprice stand-alone HDBaseT extenders, so all around, very happy.
As an aside, this also runs cooler than the previous generation Monoprice stand-alone HDBaseT extenders, so all around, very happy.
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Rated 5 out of 5
HDMI was failing me
Wow! What a savior!
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Rated 5 out of 5
No Problems
Installed and working great!
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