Rose Electronics

Rose CrystalView CRK-M2U2V/AUD

Expert rating7.8 / 10

Port Count:: 1 (extender pair)
Video Standard:: Dual-head DVI/VGA
Max Resolution:: 1600x1200 per head

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Manufacturer: Rose Electronics Last updated: 2026-10-08

Rose CrystalView CRK-M2U2V/AUD Review

Rose CrystalView CRK-M2U2V/AUD is a dual-head DVI/VGA KVM extender kit with audio, 1600x1200 per head, 2 USB hub ports and up to 150 ft (46 m) of reach over CATx cable.

This is a point-to-point extender kit, not a switch: it moves a computer's keyboard, mouse, two video heads and audio over CATx cable to a remote desk up to 150 ft (46 m) away. Video is dual-head DVI or VGA at up to 1600x1200 per head, and the remote end has 2 USB hub ports. The audio variant adds sound to the link. Because it has one computer port and no switching, it cannot share several computers, and 1600x1200 per head is below modern 4K monitors.

Extension Plus Audio

For workstations that rely on system audio, monitoring, dispatch or media review stations, the CRK-M2U2V/AUD adds audio extension to the base CRK-M2U2V's video and USB, at a lower price than the non-audio model due to current promotional pricing.

Comparison to Alternatives

It's a direct sibling to the CRK-M2U2V in this same batch, differing only by audio support; choose this variant whenever the remote console needs sound. Against Rose's larger CRK-2VH4U2TP-150 extender later in this batch, the M2U2V/AUD stays single-source rather than adding video-wall style outputs.

Our verdict

Reviewed by Burooj Alam. Rated by us, not by users.

Expert rating7.8 / 10

The right pick over the base CRK-M2U2V whenever audio extension is needed for the remote console.

Best for

Remote workstations needing audio playback
Media review and monitoring stations
Facilities separating operator from equipment with sound needs

Not for

Silent/no-audio deployments
Multi-computer switching needs
Video-wall style multi-output setups

Specifications

What these specs mean

Capability Score

4.5/10

How much this extender can do compared with other KVM extenders, rated from its specifications.

Identity

Brand	Rose Electronics
Model Number	CRK-M2U2V/AUD
Switching Method	N/A, dedicated extender, no switching

Topology

Computers Supported	1 computers
KVM Segment	Extender

Video & Features

Video Standard	Dual-head DVI/VGA
Max Resolution	1600x1200 per head
USB Hub Ports	2
Audio Support	Yes

Per display capability

Max Resolution Single Display	1600x1200

In the box and price

Price	899.00 USD

FAQs

What are the key specifications of the Rose CrystalView CRK-M2U2V/AUD (Dual-Head KVM Extender Kit with Audio / CATx)?

Key specs for the Rose CrystalView CRK-M2U2V/AUD: Max Resolution 1600x1200 per head, Max Resolution Per Display 1600x1200, Audio Support Yes, Port Count 1 (point-to-point extender), Switching Method N/A, dedicated extender, no switching, Video Standard Dual-head DVI/VGA.

Who is the Rose CrystalView CRK-M2U2V/AUD (Dual-Head KVM Extender Kit with Audio / CATx) best suited to?

Best suited to: Remote workstations needing audio playback; Media review and monitoring stations; Facilities separating operator from equipment with sound needs.

What are the drawbacks of the Rose CrystalView CRK-M2U2V/AUD (Dual-Head KVM Extender Kit with Audio / CATx)?

Not the best fit for: Silent/no-audio deployments; Multi-computer switching needs; Video-wall style multi-output setups.