Datavideo CB-61 HDMI Active Optical Cable 50 meter

Datavideo CB-61 HDMI Active Optical Cable 50 meter – 4K@60Hz transmission over optical fiber

The Datavideo CB-61 is an HDMI Active Optical Cable (AOC) designed for longer cable runs while keeping power consumption low. It replaces traditional copper conductors with optical fiber to maintain high signal quality for UltraHD video. The CB-61 ships as a 50m HDMI Type A to HDMI Type A cable and does not require an external power supply.

Why choose an active optical HDMI cable?

Optical fiber enables longer distances than standard copper HDMI cables. As a result, the CB-61 can support 4K@60Hz UltraHD signals reliably over extended runs. In general, this optical approach can allow transmissions up to 100 meters depending on the specific AOC model and installation.

Compared with traditional copper HDMI cables, the CB-61 is slimmer and offers improved signal quality. In addition, the cable is EMI/EMC compliant, which helps reduce interference in sensitive AV environments.

Key features

• Active Optical Cable (AOC) construction for longer HDMI runs
• Supports 4K@60Hz UltraHD display signals
• No external power required; the cable operates with low power consumption
• Slim cable profile compared with many copper HDMI cables
• EMI/EMC compliant to limit electromagnetic interference

Included details and handling

The CB-61 comes as a 50 meter HDMI Type A to HDMI Type A cable. Its slim diameter and relatively small bend radius make routing easier in racks and along surfaces. Still, observe the specified bend radius to avoid stressing the internal fiber and connectors.

What to consider before installing

Keep the cable’s 20mm bend radius in mind when routing through tight spaces. Also, note the operating and storage temperature ranges to ensure reliable performance in your environment. Because the CB-61 does not need an external power supply, it simplifies setup and reduces cable clutter.

FAQ

Question: Will this cable work with standard HDMI Type A devices?
Answer: Yes. The CB-61 uses HDMI Type A connectors on both ends, so it plugs into standard HDMI Type A ports and supports 4K@60Hz video where source and display devices are compatible.

Question: How far can I run 4K@60Hz over this AOC?
Answer: The CB-61 unit is supplied as a 50m cable. In general, the active optical design used by AOC solutions can extend HDMI transmissions up to around 100 meters depending on the specific model and installation conditions, but this particular product is 50 meters long.

Question: Does the cable require external power or adapters?
Answer: No. The CB-61 does not require an external power supply and operates with low internal power consumption (250mW), which simplifies installation.

Question: Is the cable suitable for environments with potential electromagnetic interference?
Answer: Yes. The CB-61 uses optical fiber and is EMI/EMC compliant, which helps reduce sensitivity to electromagnetic interference compared with copper HDMI cables.

Question: What handling limits should I observe to protect the cable?
Answer: Follow the specified 20mm bend radius and the operating/storage temperature ranges (0~55 °C operating, -20~80 °C storage) to maintain performance and avoid damage.