Extron Electronics MTP SW6 User Guide - Manual (Page 7)

Twisted Pair (TP) Cable Advantages
Twisted pair cable is much smaller, lighter, more flexible, and less expensive than coaxial
cable. These TP products make cable runs simpler and less cumbersome. Termination of
the cable with RJ-45 connectors is simple, quick, and economical.
Transmission distance
NOTE: VGA video transmitters provide pre-peaking, which boosts the signal before it is
transmitted.
The maximum distance is determined by the frequency and resolution of the signal that
is input to the transmitter.
Figure 2 and Table 1 , on the next page, define the switcher
input cables (
1
) and output cables ( 2 ) and specify the recommended maximum
transmission distances on the input and output. Table 1 also defines the output Pre-Peak
switch positions ( item d on page 10) using Extron Enhanced Skew-Free A/V UTP cable or
UTP CAT 5, 5e, or 6 cable, terminated with RJ-45 connectors.
NOTES: • It is possible to exceed the recommended distance; however, image quality
may be reduced.
• The MTP units are designed for and perform best with Extron Enhanced
Skew-Free A/V cable terminated in accordance with the TIA/EIA T 568
A wiring standard. CAT 5, 5e, and 6 cables are acceptable, but less
preferable. We also recommend the use of preterminated and tested
cables. Cables terminated on site should be tested before use to ensure
that they comply with Category 5 specifications.
• Resolutions marked with an asterisk in table 1 have the same range
specifications at 75 Hz.
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