VigilLink VLHA-DWM HDMI 2.0 Audio Downmixer 18Gbps User Manual
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Introduction
The HDMI 18Gbps Audio Extractor could extract audio signals from any HDMI-compliant source to digital optical or analog stereo L/R audio outputs. This audio extractor also supports bitstream audio down-mix to analog stereo output and keeps optical and HDMI out audio pass-through for maximum flexibility. Further, both input and output HDMI support video resolution up to 4K2K@50/60Hz (YUV444). It supports 10bits HDR (High Dynamic Range) pass-through and HDMI high resolution digital audio formats bypass, LPCM 2CH, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Atmos, and DTS-HD Master Audio, with audio sampling rate up to 192 kHz. HDCP 2.2 and CEC bypass are supported.
It is manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
For DTS patents, see http://patents.dts.com. It is manufactured under a license from DTS Licensing Limited. DTS, the Symbol, DTS and the Symbol together, and Digital Surround are registered trademarks or trademarks of DTS, Inc. in the United Statesand/or other countries. © DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Features
- HDMI 2.0b (18Gbps), HDCP 2.2, and DVI compliant
- Video resolutions up to 4K2K@50/60Hz (YUV444)
- Extracts HDMI audio to multi-channel optical (SPDIF) or L/R analog audio
- HDMI Pass-through audio input to HDMI and optical audio output
- Supports bitstream audio down-mix to L/R analogoutput
- Optical audio supports LPCM 2CH, Dolby Digital 2/5.1CH, DTS 2/5.1CH
- Supports HDMI High Bit Rate (HBR) audio pass-through
- Audio sample rates up to 96kHz
- 10bits HDR (High Dynamic Range) pass-through
- Supports CEC pass-through
Package Contents
- 1× HDMI 18Gbps Audio Extractor
- 1× 5V/1A Power Adapter
- 1× User Manual
Specifications
| Technical | |
| HDMI Compliance | HDMI 2.0b |
| HDCP Compliance | HDCP 2.2 and HDCP 1.4 |
| Video Bandwidth | 18Gbps |
| . Video Resolutions | Up to 4K2K@50/60Hz(YUV4:4:4), K4 2K@30Hz,1080P@120Hz, and 1080P 3D@60Hz |
| Color Space | RGB, YCbCr 4:4:4, YCbCr 4:2:2 |
| Color Depth | 10-bit, 12-bit |
| HDMI Audio Formats (Pass-through) | LPCM 2/5.117.1 CH, Dolby Digital, DTS 5.1, Dolby Digital+, Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD Master Audio, Dolby Atmos, DTS:X |
| Optical Audio Formats | LPCM 2CH, Dolby Digital 2/5.1 CH, DTS 2/5.1CH |
| L/R Audio Formats | Analog Stereo 2CH |
| ESD Protection | Human body model — ±8kV (air-gap discharge) & ±4kV (contact discharge) |
| Connections | |
| Inputs | lx HDMI Type A [19-pin female] |
| Outputs | lx HDMI Type A [19-pin female] lx L/R Audio Out [RCA] lx Optical Out [S/PDIF] |
| Mechanical | |
| Housing | Metal Enclosure |
| Color | Black |
| Dimensions | 73.5mm[W] x 60.7mm[D] x 20mm[H] |
| Weight | 135g |
| Power Supply | Input: AC100 – 240V 50/60Hz Output: DC 5V/1A (US/EU standards, CE/FCC/UL certified) |
| Power Consumption | 1.25W (Max) |
| Operation Temperature | 32 – 104°F / 0 – 40°C |
| Storage temperature | -4 – 140°F / -20 – 60°C |
| Relative Humidity | 20 – 90% RH (Non-Condensation) |
Operation Controls and Functions
Front Panel
| Number | Name | Function Description |
| 1 | DC 5V | Connect 5V/1A adapter to AC wall outlet for power supply. |
| 2 | Power LED | System power indicator. |
| 3 | TV/Bitstream /2CH | The user allows selecting audio format according to Copy TV, Bitstream, or 2CH. TV: Copy EDID from W. Bitstream: Multi-channel audio up to six channels. 2CH: 2 channel Stereo PCM. |
| 4 | HDMI IN | HDMI video input. |
| 5 | Status LED | Red illuminate: PCM decoder or No signal Red blinking: Dolby decoder Green blinking: DTS decoder |
Rear Panel
Number | Name | Function Description |
1 | HDMI OUT | HDMI output for display connectivity. |
2 | OPTICAL Out | Toslink digital audio output (mirrors HDMI). |
3 | R/L OUT | Stereo RCA analog audio output. |
Application Example
Patents - DTS
