MARMITEK Connect AE14 HDMI Audio Extractor User Manual
- June 3, 2024
- MARMITEK
Table of Contents
MARMITEK Connect AE14 HDMI Audio Extractor
Safety instructions
Please read these instructions thoroughly before you use the device and keep them for future reference.
- To prevent short circuits, this product should only be used inside and only in dry spaces. Do not expose the components to rain or moisture. Do not use the product close to a bath, swimming pool etc.
- Do not expose the components of your systems to extremely high temperatures or bright light sources.
- In case of improper usage or if you have altered and repaired the product yourself, all guarantees expire. Marmitek does not accept responsibility in the case of improper usage of the product or when the product is used for purposes other than specified. Marmitek does not accept responsibility for additional damage other than covered by the legal product responsibility.
- This product is not a toy. Keep out of reach of children.
- Do not open the product: the device may contain live parts. The product should only be repaired or serviced by a qualified expert.
- Only connect the adapter to the mains after checking whether the mains voltage is the same as the values on the identification tags. Never connect an adapter or power cord when it is damaged. In that case, contact your supplier.
Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the Marmitek Connect AE14™!
The sound quality of a flat screen TV, monitor or projector is often perceived
as substandard, often resulting in a desire to connect additional speakers,
for example, to watch films or listen to music. Generally, a home cinema set,
audio amplifier or soundbar is used as a solution. Connecting the TV to this
type of audio equipment can often lead to problems, including:
- Your TV, monitor or projector does not have a separate audio output..
- You want to use your TV’s ARC function, but the audio amplifier is not equipped with it …
- You want to connect various HDMI sources to your soundbar, but it doesn’t have enough connections …
- Your AV amplifier does not support 4K UHD or 3D video formats, preventing you from using these …
- Your TV only has a digital audio output (TOSlink or coaxial), but you want to connect a stereo HiFi set
The Connect AE14™ allows you to separate the sound from the HDMI signal and connect it to your audio equipment (home cinema set, audio amplifier or soundbar). The Connect AE14™ can be used as a versatile problem solver when connecting your audio equipment. Marmitek products are manufactured with great precision and are of high quality. Please read these instructions carefully and follow the instructions to optimally enjoy the possibilities of this product.
Package contents
- 1 x Connect AE14™ – HDMI audio extractor
- 1 x Power Adapter
- 1 x User Manual
connection cables (HDMI and audio) are not included
Benefits
- Play the audio from your Smart TV applications (Netflix, YouTube) or built-in TV decoder on your home cinema set, audio amplifier or soundbar.
- Connect HDMI sources to your audio equipment, even if they lack a dedicated audio output (Chromecast, Wii U, media players).
- Listen to music (MP3, audio streams, radio channels) without requiring the TV being turned on.
- Use your TV’s Audio Return Channel (ARC) function, even when your audio equipment is not suitable for this.
- Versatile problem solver when connecting your audio equipment to your TV, monitor or projector.
HDMI properties
- Video bandwidth 300MHz (enables display of Ultra HD 4k and Full HD 1080p)
- Supports all 3D formats (suitable for use with your own 3D equipment)
- Deep Color 36-bit (billions instead of millions of colours, better reproduction of subtle differences in gradation and a higher contrast ratio)
- ARC (Audio Return Channel) transmits the audio from the TV back to your audio equipment.
Installation
Installation tips:
- Prior to installing, determine which HDMI and audio cables are required; these are not included with the product.
- Turn off all devices (TV, audio equipment and HDMI sources) prior to connecting them to the Connect AE14™. If a device cannot be turned off, please remove the plug from the wall socket.
- Only use High Speed HDMI® certified cables for the best picture and sound quality. Using too much force to connect or disconnect the HDMI cables may damage them.
- Use an HDMI cable to connect the HDMI source (digital TV decoder, Chromecast, media player) to the “HDMI input”.
- Use an HDMI cable to connect the TV (monitor or projector) to the “HDMI output”. If you want to use the ARC function (refer to page 6), your TV needs to support this. Please refer to your TV’s manual to check which HDMI port supports ARC.
- Use the appropriate audio cable to connect your audio device (home cinema set, audio amplifier or soundbar) to the output marked “Digital” or “Stereo”.
- Digital: Use an optical (TOSlink) or coaxial cable; this audio output supports DTS, Dolby Digital and PCM 2.0 formats.
- Stereo: use a stereo jack cable; this output supports the analogue stereo audio format.
- Connect the power adapter to the “DC 5V” and insert the plug into the socket.
Use
Audio Return Channel (ARC) settings
In order to be able to use ARC, an ARC HDMI connection is required on your TV,
monitor or projector. If necessary, please refer to your TV’s manual for the
correct ARC settings. ARC ON (lamp is lit)
ARC is used to retrieve the TV’s sound to the Connect AE14™ and is then
retransmitted to the connected audio equipment through the audio outputs. This
way, you can listen to all the TV’s audio through the speakers of your home
cinema set, audio amplifier or soundbar. ARC OFF (lamp is off)
The sound from the HDMI source (digital TV decoder, Chromecast, media player)
that is connected to the Connect AE14™’s “HDMI input” is separated and then
transmitted to the connected audio equipment through the audio outputs. The
full HDMI signal is also transmitted to the TV through the “HDMI output”.
Audio format settings (TV/2CH/5CH)
Using these settings, you can set the desired audio format for your audio
equipment. In standard situations, it will be sufficient to select TV.
However, should you experience any problems, please select another format
manually.
- TV: automatically detects the best possible audio format that is supported by your TV.
- 2CH: supports 2-channel audio
- 5CH: supports DTS and Dolby Digital audio
Frequently asked questions (FAQs)
No (or poor) image and sound
- If you experience poor or no picture after connecting the HDMI audio extractor, please try to identify the problem by connecting your HDMI source directly to a display (TV, monitor or projector). This allows you to determine whether the problem is with the HDMI source, the HDMI cables, the HDMI audio extractor or the display.
- Make sure the power adapter is connected and plugged in.
- For the best picture and sound quality, only use High Speed HDMI® certified cables.
- Do not use HDMI cables longer than those specified in the technical data.
- Check the HDMI and audio cables and/or connectors for damage.
- Both the HDMI source and your screen should fully support HDMI.
- Check that your HDMI sources and screen support HDCP (High Bandwidth Digital Content Protection) copy protection.
Incorrect 3D display
- Please check whether the HDMI source is set to display 3D and/or it is set to automatic.
- Both the HDMI source and your HD screen should support the same 3D formats.
- Please check that 3D is displayed correctly by connecting the HDMI source directly to the HD display with an HDMI cable.
Any questions that are not answered here?
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Technical specifications
Connections
- HDMI input 1 x HDMI (19-pin female)
- HDMI output 1 x HDMI (19-pin female)
- HDMI cable length max. 15 metres
- Digital audio output 1x Toslink (optical) 1x Coaxial
- Analogue audio output 1x Stereo 3.5mm
Video
- Supported resolutions 480p, 576p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p and 4k2k@24/30
- HDMI standards HDCP, CEC, ARC, DVI, all 3D formats, Deep Color (36-bit), x.v.Color
- Video Bandwidth 10.2Gbps
- Clock frequency 300MHZ
Audio
- HDMI audio DTS-HD Master Audio, Dolby TrueHD, LPCM 7.1, DTS, Dolby-AC3 and 2.0CH
- Digital audio output DTS, Dolby-AC3 and 2.0CH
- Analogue audio output 2.0CH
Housing
- Dimensions (H x W x D) 20 x 70 x 68mm
- Weight 130 g
Environment
- Ambient temperature +0 to +70° C
- Ambient humidity 10% to 85%
Power
- External power adapter 100-240 V AC @50-60 Hz, 5 V DC @ 1A
Notification
Recycling
Environmental Information for Customers in the European Union and other
European countries with separate collection systems.
This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product
shall not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to
the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic
equipment. It is your responsibility to dispose of this and other electric and
electronic equipment via designated collection facilities appointed by the
government or local authorities. Correct disposal and recycling will help
prevent potential negative consequences to the environment and human health.
For more detailed information about the disposal of your old equipment, please
contact your local authorities, waste disposal service, or the shop where you
purchased the product.
Copyrights
Marmitek is a trademark of Germatron B.V. Connect AE14™ is a trademark of
Marmitek B.V. All rights reserved. Every effort has been made to ensure that
the information in this manual is accurate. Marmitek is not responsible for
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without limitation, distribution, reproduction, modification, display or
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recommendation. Marmitek assumes no responsibility with regard to the
performance or use of these products.
Declaration of conformity
Hereby, Marmitek BV, declares that this Connect AE14 is in compliance with the
essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the following
Directives: Directive 2014/30/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council
of 26 February 2014 on the harmonisation of the laws of the Member States
relating to electromagnetic compatibility (recast)
Directive 2014/35/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council of 26
February 2014 on the harmonisation of the laws of the Member States relating
to the making available on the market of electrical equipment designed for use
within certain voltage limits.
Directive (EU) 2017/2102 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 15
November 2017 amending Directive 2011/65/EU on the restriction of the use of
certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment.
Commission Regulation (EU) 2019/1782 of 1 October 2019 laying down Ecodesign
requirements for external power supplies pursuant to Directive 2009/125/EC of
the European Parliament and of the Council and repealing Commission Regulation
(EC) No 278/2009.
You can read the full Declaration of Conformity at: http://www.marmitek.com
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References
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