EX-56O1-L
High-Performance HDMI over Fiber Extender
The EX-56O1-L HDMI 2.1 over Fiber Extender with Bi-directional IR, RS-232, 1G Ethernet, USB 3.1 & KVM Support is a high-performance AV transmission solution tailored for modern multimedia applications. It supports video resolutions up to 8K30 4:4:4 and 8K60 4:4:4 DSC with HDMI 2.1, delivering exceptional image quality and zero-frame latency, making it ideal for gaming and professional AV setups. Leveraging single-mode fiber technology, this extender enables video and audio transmission up to 20 km. Additionally, it features eARC/ARC, USB 3.0 for modern peripherals, 1Gb Ethernet, and bidirectional IR/RS-232, providing seamless connectivity and versatile control for demanding AV environments.
Features
- Supports HDMI 2.1 & HDCP 2.3
- Supports uncompressed resolution up to 8K60 4:2:0 and visually lossless compression up to 8K60 4:4:4 DSC*
- Extend signals over single-mode fiber for distances up to 20 km.**
- Supports USB-C (Alt Mode DP 1.4) and simultaneous
- HDMI/DisplayPort input
- Supports VRR(Variable Refresh Rate) & ALLM(Auto Low Latency Mode)
- Extend HDMI signals up to 20 km (12.5 miles) over single mode fiber optic cables
- HDCP, EDID & CEC Bypass
- Pure unaltered uncompressed 7.1ch digital HDMI over fiber transmission
- Bypasses eARC, line audio, MIC, HPOUT, SPDI/F, DTS:X, and Dolby ATMOS
- Supports bi-directional full frequency IR signal from 20KHz to 60KHz
- Full duplex RS-232 control up to 115,200 bps
- Supports USB 3.1 Gen1 host mode for UVC webcam and USB 3.1 Gen2 UVC device mode
- Supports KVM function
- Integrated 1G Ethernet for LAN/network device
- USB transfer speed: Up to 30 MB/s read and 27 MB/s write.
*Fiber module dependent
**Distance Limitation Table
| Fiber | Usage scenario | Proven stable distance | Limitation |
|---|---|---|---|
Usage scenario | HDMI-only | Up to 20 km | No HDCP Video quality depends upon Fiber Module |
| USB-only | Up to 20 km | Upon Fiber Module | |
| HDMI + USB together | Up to 20 km | Video quality depends upon Fiber Module | |
Multi-mode (OM3) | HDMI-only | Up to 600 m | No HDCP Video quality depends upon Fiber Module |
| USB-only | Up to 900 m | Upon Fiber Module | |
| HDMI + USB together | Up to 600 m | Video quality depends upon Fiber Module |
*In EX-56O1-L-1T model, or when only Fiber Line 1 is used to connect the TX and RX units in EX-56O1-L-2T1R, EX-56O1-L-3T1R, and EX-56O1-L-5T1R models.
**HDCP is not supported when only Fiber Line 1 is used as described above.
Comparison
| EX-56O1-L-1T | EX-56O1-L-2T1R | EX-56O1-L-3T1R | EX-56O1-L-5T1R | EX-56SZ-U(Sifotonics) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HDMI | 2.0 | 2.0 | 2.1 | 2.1 | 2.0 |
| Video Quality (PSNR) | 4K30 : ∞ 4K30 ~ 4K60 : 3x dB | 4K30 : ∞ 4K30 ~ 4K60 : 3x dB | 4K60 : ∞ 4K60 ~ 4K144 : 3x dB | 4K144 : ∞ 4K144 ~ 8K60 : 3x dB | 4K30 : ∞ 4K30 ~ 4K60 : 20x dB |
| Fiber | SMF, up to 20 KM | SMF, up to 20 KM | SMF, up to 20 KM | SMF, up to 20 KM | OMF/SMF |
| USB | X | USB 1.1 / USB 2.0 / USB 3.0 | USB 1.1 / USB 2.0 / USB 3.0 | USB 1.1 / USB 2.0 / USB 3.0 | USB1.1 |
| DDC/EDID pass thru | X | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | X |
| CEC pass thru | X | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | X |
| eARC/ARC | X | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | X |
| Bi-Dir IR/RS232 | X | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Line Audio | X | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | X |
| Audio MIC/HP/SPDIF | X | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | X |
| Ethernet | X | ✓, 1Gb | ✓, 1Gb | ✓, 1Gb | X |
***A 1T1R fiber connection is required for USB communication.
Why Choose O1Stream?
HDMI 2.1 provides sustained reliability and compatibility for emergent AV standards.
Seamless integration with 1G Ethernet switches eliminates costly upgrades.
Unified AV and data transmission improves efficiency.
Supports USB 2.0/3.0 for compatibility with modern peripherals.
Adaptive advanced proprietary video codec compression optimizes network performance.
Application Scenarios

User-defined content broadcasting
The school IT administrator can upload various audio and video content to the Media Server for broadcasting throughout the campus. This feature is perfect for playing customized school bell tones, pre-recorded news programs, promotional videos, and more.

Message broadcasting
In addition to audio and video content, the O1stream solution enables users to send daily messages, important alerts, and announcements in text format to all display devices connected to the O1stream devices.

Message broadcasting
In addition to audio and video content, the O1stream solution enables users to send daily messages, important alerts, and announcements in text format to all display devices connected to the O1stream devices.
Smart Classroom Solution
A smart classroom is a technology-enhanced space with interactive displays, computers, a centralized control system, device management software, networking, and audio/visual capabilities. It upgrades traditional classrooms, making teaching and learning more engaging and visual. All classroom devices can be managed via a cloud-based platform accessible from anywhere with an internet connection.