Gefen VGA Audio Extender/Console

Experience seamless video and audio extension with the Gefen VGA Audio Extender/Console, a robust solution built for everyday business and education use. Extending standard VGA video and analog stereo audio over a single CAT-5 cable, this compact pair of devices unlocks flexible room layouts, effective digital signage, and multi-zone presentations without sacrificing image quality. The Sender plugs directly into the computer, while the Receiver connects to the remote display or control panel, delivering reliable, synchronized video and sound across distances up to 150 feet. Whether you’re outfitting a classroom, training center, conference room, or retail environment, this extender helps you place your source and your display exactly where you need them while keeping wiring neat and cost-effective. The design emphasizes durability, straightforward setup, and compatibility with most VGA-based systems, making it a dependable choice for installations that demand clarity, ease, and scalability.

• Extends VGA video and analog L/R audio over a single CAT-5 cable for clean, cost-effective signal distribution up to 150 feet (46 meters), reducing wiring complexity and installation costs.
• Sender/Receiver pair enables you to place the computer and the display wherever it makes the most sense, while preserving synchronized video and stereo audio across the link for flawless presentations.
• Built for everyday use with a compact, durable design that minimizes clutter and simplifies installation in classrooms, boardrooms, retail spaces, and digital signage deployments.
• Supports standard VGA sources and analog stereo audio, delivering reliable color fidelity and clear audio for lectures, video playback, and interactive demonstrations.
• Ideal for training rooms, multi-room setups, and scalable display configurations where long-distance VGA and audio transmission is required without sacrificing signal quality.

Technical Details of Gefen VGA Audio Extender/Console

• Distance: Up to 150 feet (46 meters) over a single CAT-5 cable
• Video: VGA analog video signal
• Audio: Analog stereo L/R audio
• Signal path: Sender connects to computer; Receiver connects to remote display or control device
• Cable: Uses standard CAT-5 (or better) network cable for the link between Sender and Receiver
• Connectors: VGA on both ends; analog audio inputs/outputs on the respective units

how to install Gefen VGA Audio Extender/Console

• Place the Sender unit near your computer and the Receiver unit near the display or control device.
• Connect the computer’s VGA output to the Sender’s VGA input and connect the computer’s analog audio output to the Sender’s audio input.
• Run a single CAT-5 cable from the Sender to the Receiver, ensuring proper terminations and secure connections at both ends.
• Connect the Receiver’s VGA output to the display and connect the Receiver’s audio output to the display’s audio input or to an external audio system as needed.
• Power on both units, verify that the image and audio transmit correctly, and adjust the display settings (such as resolution) if necessary for optimal clarity.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What does the Gefen VGA Audio Extender/Console extend? A: It extends standard VGA video and analog L/R audio over a single CAT-5 cable.
• Q: How far can I run it? A: Up to 150 feet (46 meters) between the Sender and Receiver.
• Q: Does it support digital HDMI or DVI signals? A: No, this extender is designed for VGA analog video and analog audio.
• Q: What cables do I need? A: A single CAT-5 Ethernet cable links the Sender and Receiver; standard VGA and stereo audio cables connect to the respective devices.
• Q: Are power supplies required for operation? A: Yes, both the Sender and Receiver require power to operate; use the appropriate power adapters supplied with your kit or recommended by Gefen.