Gefen EXT-RS232 Serial Extender up to 1000' (304.8m)
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Key Features
- Extend RS-232 control up to 1000' (304.8 m) to place devices where you need them—ideal for remote security and surveillance installations
- Single CAT-5E cable connection simplifies wiring and reduces installation time and cost
- Sender-powered design (5 V) eliminates the need for a separate power supply at the receiver for cleaner deployments
- Full 9-pin RS-232 support at up to 115,200 baud ensures compatibility with POS, industrial controllers, and monitoring equipment
- Compact, low-profile units fit into racks and tight enclosures for tidy integration in AV and digital signage systems
- Reliable serial extension for security, surveillance, and remote monitoring systems with a 2-year limited warranty
Quick Specifications
- Product Model
- EXT-RS232
- Brand Name
- Gefen
- Product Name
- RS-232 Serial Extender
- Product Type
- Serial Extender
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Product information
EXT-RS232
Overview
Move serial control where it matters most — the Gefen RS-232 Serial Extender lets you control remote devices for security, surveillance, digital signage and monitoring without costly rewiring. The EXT-RS232 extends any RS-232 compliant device up to 1000' (304.8 m) over a single CAT-5E cable, reducing cable clutter and simplifying networked serial deployments. Supporting the full 9-pin RS-232 standard at up to 115,200 baud, this serial extender maintains reliable communication rates for POS terminals, cameras, access control panels and industrial controllers. Power is required only at the sender unit (5 V), and the receiver is powered through the CAT-5E link, streamlining installations in ceilings, closets, and remote equipment rooms. Compact and easy to mount, the Gefen EXT-RS232 is designed for integrators and IT managers who need dependable, low-voltage serial extension for security and monitoring applications. Add consistent, long-distance RS-232 connectivity to your next project—perfect for surveillance systems, remote monitoring stations, and digital signage networks. Order today to simplify your serial infrastructure.
Features
- Extend RS-232 control up to 1000' (304.8 m) to place devices where you need them—ideal for remote security and surveillance installations
- Single CAT-5E cable connection simplifies wiring and reduces installation time and cost
- Sender-powered design (5 V) eliminates the need for a separate power supply at the receiver for cleaner deployments
- Full 9-pin RS-232 support at up to 115,200 baud ensures compatibility with POS, industrial controllers, and monitoring equipment
- Compact, low-profile units fit into racks and tight enclosures for tidy integration in AV and digital signage systems
- Reliable serial extension for security, surveillance, and remote monitoring systems with a 2-year limited warranty
| General Information | |
|---|---|
| Brand Name | Gefen |
| Manufacturer | Gefen, Inc |
| Product Name | RS-232 Serial Extender |
| Product Type | Serial Extender |
| Product Model | EXT-RS232 |
| Manufacturer Part Number | EXT-RS232 |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Depth | 4" |
| Width | 1" |
| Height | 1" |
| Warranty | |
| Limited Warranty | 2-Year |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Country of Origin | IL |
| Environmentally Friendly | Yes |
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- SKU:
- EXT-RS232
- Manufacturer part:
- EXT-RS232
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