Description
Integrating Industrial PCs with remote Control Panels is simplified using the CU8803-0000 transmitter box, designed to implement the Beckhoff CP-Link 4 One Cable Display Link technology. This industrial hardware module enables the transmission of video signals, USB 2.0 data, and power over a single Cat.6A connection up to 100 meters away from the host PC.
By routing power directly through the connection, the CU8803-0000 transmitter box eliminates the need for a secondary local power supply at the operator terminal, streamlining system architecture and reducing field wiring costs. The unit connects directly to the PC’s standard DVI-D and USB-B ports and converts these signals for transport over a standardized RJ45 network cable.
Features
- Transmits DVI-D, USB 2.0 (up to 100 Mbit/s), and 24 V DC operating power over a single cable.
- Supports distances up to 100 meters utilizing Cat.6A infrastructure.
- Direct integration with PC interfaces via standard 1-meter connection cables (included).
- Compact, rugged metal housing designed for DIN rail mounting (IP20 protection).
- Built-in LED indicators for fast diagnostic verification of link status.
Applications
- Remote operator terminal connection in manufacturing plants.
- Machine tool and packaging line control where operator panels are positioned far from the control cabinet.
- Explosion-hazardous environments requiring remote panel mounting via certified transmitter interfaces.
Technical Specifications
| Manufacturer |
BECKHOFF |
| Part Number/Model |
CU8803-0000 |
| Device Type |
CP-Link 4 Transmitter Box (One Cable Display Link) |
| Input Interfaces |
1 x DVI-D socket, 1 x USB Type B socket |
| Output Interfaces |
1 x CP-Link 4 (RJ45 socket) |
| Input Connection Cables (Included) |
1 m DVI to DVI cable, 1 m USB-A to USB-B cable |
| Maximum Range |
Up to 100 m (Cat.6A cable) |
| Power Supply Input |
24 V DC |
| Operating Temperature |
0 to +55 degC |
| Protection Rating |
IP20 |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) |
70 mm x 100 mm x 80 mm |
| Shipping Weight |
5.0 kg |
Installation Guidelines
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Mounting: Mount horizontally on a standard 35 mm DIN rail within a clean, dry control cabinet.
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Cabling: Maintain input cable lengths (DVI and USB) under 1 meter. Only use certified Cat.6A cables for the CP-Link 4 connection to guarantee performance over longer runs.
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Grounding: Ensure the DIN rail is properly grounded to mitigate electromagnetic interference on the communication lines.
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Thermal Management: Maintain at least 50 mm of free space above and below the device to ensure natural convection cooling.
Compliance and Certifications
- CE
- ATEX: II 3 G Ex nA IIC T4 Gc, II 3 D Ex tc IIIC T135 degC Dc
- IECEx: (Requires optional adapter C9900-Z484)