Datavideo HBT-18 HDBaseT receiver PTR-15T

The Datavideo HBT‑18 is a high-performance HDBaseT receiver designed to deliver reliable long-distance 4K video transmission while significantly simplifying professional AV and live production installations. Engineered as a compact yet powerful interface between HDBaseT sources and HDMI-based systems, it enables seamless integration of cameras and video sources into centralized production environments.

At its core, the HBT‑18 supports Ultra HD resolutions up to 4K at 50 and 60 frames per second, ensuring exceptional image clarity and detail across demanding broadcast and AV applications. The system maintains signal integrity over extended distances, making it an ideal solution for large venues, studios and installations where equipment must be positioned far from the control room. Transmission distances of up to 100 meters over standard Cat6a cabling allow stable and high-quality signal delivery without the need for additional extenders or repeaters.

A defining feature of the HBT‑18 is its single-cable architecture, enabling the simultaneous transmission of video, audio, control signals and power over one Ethernet cable. This streamlined approach reduces cable clutter, shortens installation time and lowers overall system complexity, resulting in cleaner and more efficient setups.

The integrated Power over Ethernet functionality provides up to 80 watts of power to connected devices, allowing compatible cameras or transmitters to be powered directly through the HDBaseT connection. This eliminates the need for separate power supplies at the source location, which is particularly advantageous in environments where access to power is limited or where a clean installation is required.

For professional control and system integration, the HBT‑18 supports multiple control protocols, including DVIP as well as RS‑422 and RS‑232. This enables remote operation of connected devices such as PTZ cameras and facilitates integration into larger control systems, allowing operators to manage camera positioning, switching and other parameters from a centralized location.

The unit provides HDMI output with support for modern HDMI 2.0 standards, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of professional and consumer display and switching equipment. Combined with support for high-bandwidth video and multi-channel audio, it delivers a reliable and flexible interface between HDBaseT transmission systems and HDMI-based production workflows.

With its ability to combine long-distance signal transmission, device powering, control integration and high-resolution video output into a single compact unit, the Datavideo HBT‑18 offers a highly efficient and scalable solution for professional AV installations and live production systems that demand performance, flexibility and reliability.