MICROWARE HAECOAX 48Gbps HDMI Audio De Embedder User Manual
- June 1, 2024
- MICROWARE
Table of Contents
MICROWARE HAECOAX 48Gbps HDMI Audio De Embedder
Specifications
- Technical HDMI Compliance: HDMI 2.1
- HDCP Compliance: HDCP 2.3
- Video Bandwidth: 48Gbps FRL and 18Gbps TMDS
- Video Resolution: Up to 8K@60Hz 4:2:0 12bit,4K@120Hz 4:4:4 12bit
- Color Depth: 8/10/12-bit
- Color Space: RGB, YCbCr_4:4:4, YCbCr_4:2:2, YCbCr_4:2:0
- Audio Formats: HDMI IN/OUT: LPCM, Dolby Digital/Plus/EX, Dolby True HD, Dolby Atmos, DTS, DTS-EX, DTS-96/24, DTS High Res, DTS-HD Master Audio, DSD; AUDIO BREAKOUT: OPTICAL OUT: PCM 2.0CH, Dolby, DTS 5.1CH L/R OUT: PCM 2.0CH
- HDR ESD Protection Connection: HDR, HDR 10, HDR 10+, Dolby Vision, HLG
- Housing: Metal Enclosure
- Color: Black
- Dimensions: Weight 178g
- Power Supply: Input: AC 100-240V 50/60Hz, Output: DC 5V/1A (US/EU standards, CE/FCC/UL certified)
- Power Consumption: 4W (Max)
- Operation Temperature: Relative Humidity 20~90% RH (non-condensing)
- Recommended HDMI Cable:
- 8K60: Ultra HDMI 2.1 cable
- 4K60: HDMI 2.0 cable
- 1080P: HDMI cable
- HDMI Cable Length (HDMI IN / OUT):
- 2m/6.6ft ~ 3m/10ft
- 10m/33ft
- 15m/49ft
Product Usage Instructions
Operation Controls and Functions
Front Panel:
The front panel includes indicators and buttons for various functions:
- Power LED: Indicates power status.
- IN LED: Indicates active source connection.
- OUT LED: Indicates output signal status.
- ARC LED: Indicates ARC status.
Rear Panel:
The rear panel features ports for connecting devices:
- IN port: HDMI signal input port.
- OUT port: HDMI signal output port.
- OPTICAL: Optical audio output.
- L/R: Left and Right audio output.
- DC 5V: Power input port.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
-
Q: What HDMI compliance does the product support?
A: The product supports HDMI 2.1 compliance. -
Q: What audio formats are supported by the device?
A: The device supports various audio formats including LPCM, Dolby Digital/Plus/EX, Dolby True HD, Dolby Atmos, DTS, and more. -
Q: What is the recommended HDMI cable length for different video resolutions?
A: For different video resolutions like 8K60 or 4K60, recommended HDMI cable lengths vary from 2m to 15m depending on the resolution.
Thank you for purchasing this product
For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully
before connecting, operating or adjusting this product. Please keep this
manual for future reference.
Surge protection device recommended
This product contains sensitive electrical components that may be damaged by
electrical spikes, surges, electric shock, lightning strikes, etc. Use of
surge protection systems is highly recommended to protect and extend the life
of your equipment.
Introduction
The 48Gbps HDMI audio de-embedder can extract audio signals from an HDMI source or ARC-compatible TV to output analog stereo and digital S/PDIF audio, with a buffered HDMI video output. It supports data rates up to 48Gbps to comply with HDMI 2.1 and HDCP 2.3 requirements. It is compatible with UHDTV 8K@60Hz. It includes several features for ease of integration, such as EDID management and cable equalization. It provides an easy solution for HDMI installations to send audio signals to a stereo audio or surround sound system.
Features
- HDMI 2.1 and HDCP 2.3 compliant
- Support 48Gbps FRL and 18Gbps TMDS video bandwidth
- Support video resolution up to 8K@60Hz 4:2:0 12bit, 4K@120Hz 4:4:4 12bit HDMI 2.1 protocols: VRR, ALLM, QMS, QFT, SBTM have supported HDR, HDR 10, HDR 10+, Dolby Vision, HLG pass-through
- LPCM 7.1CH, Dolby TrueHD, Atmos and DTS-HD Master, DTS:X Audio pass-through
- HDMI input audio or TV ARC audio de-embedded to S/PDIF and L/R audio output
- Support CEC control from output devices to input sources
- Advanced EDID management
- Compact design for easy and flexible installation
Package Contents
- 1 × 48Gbps HDMI Audio De-embedder
- 1 × 5V/1A Multinational Power Supply
- 1 × User Manual
Specifications
Technical|
---|---
HDMI Compliance| HDMI 2.1
HDCP Compliance| HDCP 2.3
Video Bandwidth| 48Gbps FRL and 18Gbps TMDS
Video Resolution| Up to 8K@60Hz 4:2:0 12bit, 4K@120Hz 4:4:4 12bit
Colour Depth| 8/10/12-bit
Color Space| RGB, YCbCr_4:4:4, YCbCr_4:2:2, YCbCr_4:2:0
Audio Formats
| HDMI IN/OUT:
LPCM, Dolby Digital/Plus/EX, Dolby True HD, Dolby Atmos, DTS, DTS-EX, DTS-96/24, DTS High Res, DTS-HD Master Audio, DSD AUDIO BREAKOUT:
OPTICAL OUT: PCM 2.0CH, Dolby, DTS 5.1CH
L/R OUT: PCM 2.0CH
HDR| HDR, HDR 10, HDR 10+, Dolby Vision, HLG
ESD Protection| Human body model — ±8kV (Air-gap discharge) &
±4kV (Contact discharge)
Connection
Input| 1 × Source IN [HDMI Type A, 19-pin female]
Output
| 1 × TV(ARC) OUT [HDMI Type A, 19-pin female] 1 × L/R [3.5mm Stereo mini- jack]
1 × OPTICAL [S/PDIF, female]
Control| 1 × SERVICE [USB Type C, Update port]
Mechanical
Housing| Metal Enclosure
Color| Black
Dimensions| 95mm [W] × 68mm [D] × 18mm [H]
Weight| 178g
Power Supply| Input: AC 100-240V 50/60Hz, Output: DC 5V/1A (US/EU standards,
CE/FCC/UL certified)
Power Consumption| 4W (Max)
Operation
Temperature
| 0°C ~ 40°C / 32°F ~ 104°F
---|---
Storage Temperature| -20°C ~ 60°C / -4°F ~ 140°F
Relative Humidity| 20~90% RH (non-condensing)
Recommended HDMI Cable
Video Resolution| 8K60| 4K60| 1080P
HDMI Cable Type| Ultra HDMI 2.1 cable| HDMI 2.0 cable| HDMI
cable
HDMI Cable Length
(HDMI IN / OUT)
| 2m/6.6ft ~ 3m/10ft| 10m/33ft| 15m/49ft
The use of “Premium High Speed HDMI” cable is highly recommended.
Operation Controls and Functions
Front Panel
| No. | Name | Function Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Power LED | When the device is powered on, the red LED will be on. |
| 2 | IN LED | When the IN port connects to an active source device, the green LED |
will be on.
3| OUT LED| When the OUT port connects to a display device and outputs signal,
the corresponding green LED will be on.
4
| ****
ARC LED
| Light on: The ARC is enabled with a normal CEC communication. The audio is returned to output via the optical port.
communication. The audio is failed to return to the output optical port.
| No. | Name | Function Description |
|---|---|---|
| 5 | ARC button | Press this button to enable or disable the ARC function. |
| Use the DIP switch to set EDID. | ||
| [DIP]=111: Copy OUT port sink video and audio EDID | ||
| [DIP]=110: Copy OUT port sink video EDID, Audio 2.0CH |
6
| ****
EDID DIP
switch
| [DIP]=101: Copy OUT port sink video EDID, Audio 5.1CH [DIP]=100:
FRL12G_8K_HDR, 2.0CH [DIP]=011: FRL12G_8K_HDR, 5.1CH
| | [DIP]=010: FRL10G_8K_HDR, 2.0CH
| | [DIP]=001: FRL10G_8K_HDR, 5.1CH
| | [DIP]=000: 1080P, 2.0CH
7| SERVICE| Firmware update and debug port.
Rear Panel
| No. | Name | Function Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | **** |
IN port
| HDMI signal input port, connected to HDMI source devices such as DVD or PS5 with an HDMI cable.
2
| ****
OUT port
| HDMI signal output port, connected to HDMI display device such as TV or Monitor with an HDMI cable. It can be used as the ARC
audio channel when the ARC function is enabled.
3| OPTICAL| Optical audio output port.
4| L/R| Analog audio output port.
5| DC 5V| DC 5V/1A power input port.
Application Example
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