Rose CrystalView CRK-M2U2V
Expert rating7.7 / 10
- Port Count:
- 1 (extender pair)
- Video Standard:
- Dual-head DVI/VGA
- Max Resolution:
- 1920x1200 per head
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Manufacturer: Rose Electronics Last updated: 2026-09-12
Rose CrystalView CRK-M2U2V (Dual-Head KVM Extender Kit / CATx / $963.25) Review
Rose CrystalView CRK-M2U2V dual-head KVM extender kit CATx 500ft
A transmitter/receiver extender kit that moves one dual-head KVM console up to 500 feet from its computer, for setups that need pure point-to-point extension rather than multi-computer switching.
Pure Extension, No Switching
Unlike Rose's MEM and MEB matrix switches, the CRK-M2U2V is a dedicated extender: one computer, one remote dual-head console, no source switching. It's the right tool when a single workstation just needs to be physically relocated.
Comparison to Alternatives
Where the MEM-2U2V bundles a 2-port switch with extension, the CRK-M2U2V is pure extension at a higher price for the single-system use case — choose it when there's genuinely only one computer to relocate. Against Rose's CRK-1P2V later in this batch, the M2U2V handles two video heads instead of one.
Specifications
Design
| Port Count | 1 |
|---|---|
| Switching Method | N/A — dedicated extender, no switching |
Video & Features
| Video Standard | Dual-head DVI/VGA |
|---|---|
| Max Resolution | 1920x1200 per head |
| USB Hub Ports | 2 |
| Audio Support | No |
In the box and price
| Price | 963.25 USD |
|---|
| Extension Distance | Up to 500ft over CATx |
|---|---|
| Brand | Rose Electronics |
| Model | CRK-M2U2V |
Expert Review
Reviewed by Burooj Alam. Rated by us, not by users.
Expert rating7.7 / 10
A solid dedicated extender for relocating a single dual-head workstation; overkill if switching between computers is also needed.
Best for
- Relocating a single dual-head workstation
- Control rooms separating operator from equipment
- Facilities needing pure extension, not switching
Not for
- Multi-computer switching needs
- Single-head monitor setups
- Budget-limited single-PC desks
FAQs
What are the key specifications of the Rose CrystalView CRK-M2U2V (Dual-Head KVM Extender Kit / CATx / $963.25)?
The Rose CrystalView CRK-M2U2V (Dual-Head KVM Extender Kit / CATx / $963.25) is a KVM switch from Rose Electronics. Key specs: Port Count 1 (point-to-point extender), Switching Method N/A — dedicated extender, no switching, Video Standard Dual-head DVI/VGA, Max Resolution 1920x1200 per head, USB Hub Ports 2.
Who is the Rose CrystalView CRK-M2U2V (Dual-Head KVM Extender Kit / CATx / $963.25) best suited to?
It suits relocating a single dual-head workstation, control rooms separating operator from equipment, facilities needing pure extension, not switching.
What are the drawbacks of the Rose CrystalView CRK-M2U2V (Dual-Head KVM Extender Kit / CATx / $963.25)?
It is a poor fit for multi-computer switching needs, single-head monitor setups, budget-limited single-pc desks.
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