Although plenty of people buy a twisted pair network cable HDMI extender kit, few think about how to mount it properly.
In one of our articles (link to compact extenders) i talked about the hidden pitfalls of compact HDMI extenders. Now i would like to talk in detail about the "regular" kits.
For the most part, they have a standard form: a metal case with a minimum set of inputs and outputs (HDMI, RJ45, power).
![](https://uploads-ssl.webflow.com/6438c93ff266bb9903cab3bc/643f9a08da8d81430487e844_ex%20mount%201.jpg)
![](https://uploads-ssl.webflow.com/6438c93ff266bb9903cab3bc/643f9a11ac4d8ed454b9489a_ex-mount-2.jpg)
Of the new users of such kits, few understand the importance of its external appearance and configuration in terms of how it will be further installed in the room. When choosing a kit, it is important to consider the following question. How are you planning to position this device? Are you planning to hide this device on a table behind an NVR, TV, monitor, etc.? Or will the transmitter and receiver be placed in plain sight, e.g. on a wall, under a tabletop, or on a surface in some other way?
That is why it is important to pay attention to its form factor and the kit itself.
Most extenders look like a regular box:
![](https://uploads-ssl.webflow.com/6438c93ff266bb9903cab3bc/643f99bc034dfaea6bae7686_ex_mount_3.jpeg)
There are extenders that have special mounting brackets built into the case itself:
![](https://uploads-ssl.webflow.com/6438c93ff266bb9903cab3bc/643f99bc8bd9d41fca9b4bda_1_LKV372AE-4.jpeg)
You can also buy extenders with a set of removable brackets that can be attached to the surface of your choice with screws. Perhaps this is a successful combination of the first two options.
![](https://uploads-ssl.webflow.com/6438c93ff266bb9903cab3bc/643f9a4c4e063977062fd8c2_2%20LKV676E-11.jpg)
Lenkeng LKV676E
![](https://uploads-ssl.webflow.com/6438c93ff266bb9903cab3bc/643f9a53c43c86f266332761_3%20LKV676E-12.jpg)
![](https://uploads-ssl.webflow.com/6438c93ff266bb9903cab3bc/643f99a9da8d810b0287c069_main.jpg)
Some manufacturers offer additional rack mounting brackets for transmitters and receivers. But this is often offered with expensive professional equipment.
![](https://uploads-ssl.webflow.com/6438c93ff266bb9903cab3bc/643f9a80fdab117252875fcb_tp-580txr.jpg)
![](https://uploads-ssl.webflow.com/6438c93ff266bb9903cab3bc/643f9a8cc43c862c9d33593a_rk-3t.jpg)
Professional installers have found their own ways of mounting the kits. They use double-sided tape, ties, or other methods. I agree that some sort of life hack can always be found. But at the same time, i want to draw your attention to the variety of devices that are meant for specific applications. I also want to point out that sometimes manufacturers try to facilitate the subsequent installation of their products and that is why they really deserve a special thanks.
Discussions
Become a Hackaday.io Member
Create an account to leave a comment. Already have an account? Log In.