VigilLink VLHA-ERAD HDMI 2.0 eARC Audio Adapter User Manual
- June 3, 2024
- VigilLink
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VigLink VLHA-ERAD HDMI 2.0 eARC Audio Adapter
Thank you for purchasing this product
Please read these instructions carefully for optimum performance and safety
before connecting, operating, or adjusting this product. Please keep this
manual for future reference.
A surge protection device recommended
This product contains sensitive electrical components that electrical spikes
may damage, surges, electric shocks, lightning strikes, etc. The use of surge
protection systems is highly recommended to protect and extend the life of
your equipment.
Introduction
This 4K HDMI ARC/eARC Audio adapter can output Dolby Atmos audio from an external HDMI source to eARC/ARC sound systems. Since compliant with audio formats such as LPCM, Dolby True HD, and DTS-HD Master Audio, this adapter is a perfect solution for connecting SONOS ARC/BOSE 500/BOSE 700 Soundbars and other eARC/ARC audio/video receivers. It also provides a dedicated HDMI output port for outputting audio only when connecting with legacy AVR without eARC/ARC function.
Features
- HDMI 2.0b and HDCP 2.3 compliant
- Support 18Gbps video bandwidth
- Support video resolution up to 4K2K@60Hz with 24-bit RGB/YCbCr 4:4:4
- Support HDR, HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, and HLG pass-through
- Support HDMI audio formats: LPCM, Dolby Digital/Plus/EX, Dolby True HD, DTS, DTS-EX, DTS-96/24, DTS High Res, DTS-HD Master Audio, DSD
- Perfect solution for SONOS ARC/BOSE 500/BOSE 700 Soundbars and other eARC/ARC audio/video receivers
- Dedicated HDMI port for outputting audio only when connecting with legacy AVR without eARC/ARC function
- Built-in Equalizer, Retiming, and Driver
- Auto EDID management
- Compact design for easy and flexible installation
Package Contents
- 1 × 4K HDMI ARC/eARC Audio Adapter
- 1 × 5V/1A American Standard Power Adaptor
- 1 × User Manual
Specifications
Technical
HDMI Compliance| HDMI 2.0b
HDCP Compliance| HDCP 2.3
Video Bandwidth| 18Gbps
Video Resolution| Up to 4K2K@60Hz with 24-bit RGB/YCbCr 4:4:4
Color Depth| 8-bit,10-bit,12-bit
Color Space| RGB, YCbCr_4:4:4, YCbCr_4:2:2, YCbCr_4:2:0
HDMI Audio Formats
| LPCM, Dolby Digital/Plus/EX, Dolby True HD, DTS, DTS-EX, DTS-96/24, DTS High Res, DTS-HD Master
Audio, DSD
Connection
Input| 1×HDMI IN [Type A, 19-pin female]
Output| 1×HDMI SOUND BAR [Type A, 19-pin female] 2×HDMI OUT [Type A, 19-pin
female]
Control| 1×SERVICE [Micro USB, Update port]
Mechanical
Housing| Metal Enclosure
Silkscreen Color| Black
Dimensions| 120mm (W) × 70mm (D) × 16mm (H)
Weight| 210g
Power Supply| DC 5V/1A
Power Consumption| 2.28W (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)
Operation Controls and Functions
Front Panel
Rear Panel
| No. | Name | Function Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | POWER LED | When the device is powered on, the red LED will light on. |
| 2 | HDMI IN |
LED
| When the HDMI IN port connects with a signal source, the green LED will
light on.
3| HDMI OUT1 LED| When the HDMI OUT1 port connects with a display, the green
LED will light on.
4| HDMI OUT2 LED| When the HDMI OUT2 port connects with a display, the green
LED will light on.
5| ARC/eARC LED| When the ARC/eARC function is turned on, the green LED will
light on.
6| ARC/eARC
button
| Press this button, and the ARC/eARC function will be
enabled;
Press it once again; the function will be disabled.
7| SERVICE port| Firmware update port.
8| HDMI IN| The HDMI signal input port connects to an HDMI source device, such
as a DVD or PS5, with the HDMI cable.
9| SOUND BAR| The ARC/eARC-capable audio signal output port connects to a
Soundbar with the HDMI cable.
10| HDMI OUT1| ARC/eARC-capable HDMI signal output port, connect to a TV with
ARC/eARC function.
11| HDMI OUT2| Dedicated audio signal output port, connect to an Amplifier
or TV. Connecting to a TV set will output audio only with a black screen.
12| DC 5V| DC 5V Power input port.
Application Example
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