GV8501-CNE3

Video Processing Overview

The Semtech GV8501-CNE3 is a legacy HDMI/DisplayPort extension solution designed for professional A/V and custom home theater installations. It supports 10.2Gb/s HDMI 1.4 and 10.8Gb/s DisplayPort 1.1 signals. The device achieves maximum reach of 330 feet over coaxial cable at 5Gbps (1920x1080p60) and 200 feet over CATx cabling at the same rate. At 6.75Gbps, it extends up to 150 feet over CATx. Packaged in a 16-pin QFN, this component facilitates signal transmission for extender boxes, wallplates, and dongles.

Video Processing Feature Summary

• Supports 10.2Gb/s HDMI 1.4 and 10.8Gb/s DisplayPort 1.1 standards
• Enables extended signal reach over coaxial and twisted-pair cabling
• Integrated into reference design kits for HDMI over dual-CATx or 5-coax configurations

Video Processing Applications

• Professional A/V applications
• Custom installs of home theater systems
• HDMI extender boxes
• Wallplates
• Dongles or boosters

Video Processing Procurement Notes

Verify that the GV8501-CNE3 is suitable for your project, as Semtech explicitly lists it as Not Recommended for New Designs. Confirm availability through authorized distributors, noting that legacy status may impact long-term supply continuity. Ensure compatibility with existing system architectures before procurement.

Video Processing Selection Notes

Select the GV8501-CNE3 only for retrofitting or maintaining existing infrastructure where its specific HDMI 1.4 and DisplayPort 1.1 capabilities are required. Consider newer alternatives for new designs due to its legacy classification. Evaluate whether the supported cable lengths meet the physical layout requirements of the installation.

Video Processing Part Context

The GV8501-CNE3 belongs to the Semtech GV8500/GV8501 family of video extension solutions. These components are part of a broader portfolio that includes legacy products like the GV8502A and GS9092. The series was engineered to extend high-definition video signals over standard cabling types, serving the professional audio-visual market prior to being superseded by newer technologies.

Video Processing Replacement Considerations

Semtech marks this part as Not Recommended for New Designs. No direct public substitute part numbers are listed in the provided documentation. Designers should consult current Semtech portfolios for modern HDMI or DisplayPort extension solutions compatible with newer standards.