KVM over Cat.5 extender LevelOne KVM-9036

The KVM-9036 Cat.5 USB Extender Kit includes a transmitter and a receiver designed to extend full keyboard, video and mouse (KVM) functionality up to 100 m over Cat.5 cable. It is intended for installations where the computer, server or KVM switch must be placed away from the user workspace while a single keyboard, monitor and mouse remain on the desktop. The kit supports auto-adjustable RGB gain and delay control to optimize video quality.

Advantages

The KVM-9036 enables centralized placement of computers or servers for security and space efficiency while providing full USB keyboard and mouse control and video at distances up to 100 m. Automatic RGB gain and delay adjustment helps maintain stable, high-quality video without manual tuning. The kit consists of a transmitter and receiver for a straightforward point-to-point connection over standard Cat.5 cable.

Key specifications

• Model: KVM-9036 Cat.5 USB Extender Kit
• Components: Transmitter and Receiver
• Maximum extension distance: up to 100 m over Cat.5 cable
• Signals extended: USB keyboard and mouse, video (RGB)
• Video features: Auto-adjustable RGB gain and delay control

How to use

Connect the transmitter to the host computer or KVM switch and the receiver to the local keyboard, monitor and mouse. Link the two units using a single Cat.5 cable up to 100 m in length. Power the units as required and verify that the display and USB input devices are detected; the auto-adjustable RGB controls will optimize video signals automatically.

Recommendations

Use quality Cat.5 or better cable and avoid running the cable near strong electromagnetic interference sources. Place the computer or server in a secure, ventilated location and test the connection at the intended distance before final installation.