The VM8514 4-Port HDBaseT Output Board offers an easy way route 4 HDBaseT transmitters to 4 HDBaseT receivers, and in combination with the ATEN Modular Matrix Switches to provide the ability of routing up to 32 input and 32 output HDBaseT connections. HDBaseT Connectivity – extends 4 HDBaseT connections up to 100 meters via single Cat 5e/6 cable. Compatible with the VM1600 and can be mixed with modular I/O boards of any type for optimum flexibility. Bi-directional RS-232 channel – allows you to connect to serial terminals or serial devices, such as touch screens and barcode scanners. Bi-directional IR channel – IR transmission is processed one direction at a time.