BLUSTREAM HDMI2.0 Audio Extractor Embedder

The Blustream BLUARC is a multi-format audio switching device designed to embed or deembed, and route audio between different audio source and sink devices where HDMI video is being distributed.This multi-input audio switch supports HDMI embedded audio, external L/R analogue audio, optical digital audio, Bluetooth audio and HDMI ARC audio inputs, distributed to different audio devices via Bluetooth, HDMI output, HDMI audio only, HDMI ARC (i.e soundbar), optical digital audio, and L/R analogue audio outputs. The multiple audio routing options make the BLUARC suitable for both residential and commercial applications where Bluetooth connectivity is required.Key Features:Supports HDMI2.0b 18Gbps 4K UHD 60Hz 4:4:4 pass-through including HDRSupports all industry standard video resolutions including VGA-WUXGA and 480i-4KSupports bitstream passthrough of multichannel surround sound including object-based audio formats in line with HDMI specificationsHDMI audio breakout to Bluetooth audio (2ch PCM), HDMI output, HDMI audio only output, HDMI soundbar output, analogue L/R audio (2ch PCM) and optical digital outputs concurrentlyHDMI ARC (Audio Return Channel) to Bluetooth audio (2ch PCM), HDMI audio only output, HDMI soundbar output, analogue L/R audio (2ch PCM) and optical digital outputs concurrentlyAnalogue L/R and optical digital audio embeddingAnalogue L/R and optical digital audio de-embeddingBluetooth 5.0 output and L/R output support volume adjustmentBluetooth 5.0 specification supporting SBC/MP3/AAC/APT-X /APTX-LL/APTX-HD, 44.1K-48KHz 16/24Bit 2ch onlyControl via front panel, IR, RS-232, TCP/IP, Web-GUI, GPIO, & CECSupplied with Blustream 5V IR receiver3rd party drivers available for all major control brandsHDCP2.3 compliant with advanced EDID managementPlease note: When 2x Bluetooth devices are connected the Bluetooth codec type will be 'SBC format’. Audio performance and latency is subject to Bluetooth connected devices/audio codec compatibility, and audio from source device. When a Bluetooth Low Latency codec is being used (APTX-LL), the number of connections is limited to one Bluetooth receiving device only.Specifications:Video Input Connectors: 1 x HDMI Type A, 19-pin, femaleVideo Output Connectors: 3 x HDMI Type A, 19-pin, femaleAudio Input Connectors: 1 x Optical (S/PDIF), 1 x analogue L/R (3.5mm stereo jack)Audio Output Connectors: 1 x Optical (S/PDIF), 1 x analogue L/R (3.5mm stereo jack)Network Connectors: 1 x Ethernet connection (RJ45)Bluetooth Antennae: 1 x SMA connectorRS-232 & I/O Connectors: 1 x 5-Pin Phoenix connectorIR Input Connectors: 1 x 3-Pin Phoenix connectorFirmware Upgrade: 1 x Micro-USB UART portDimensions (W x D x H): 125mm x 147mm x 25mmOperating Temperature: 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C)Storage Temperature: - 4°F to 140°F (- 20°C to 60°C)Power Supply: 12V/1A DC, screw connectorBox Contents:1 x BLUARC1 x IR receiver1 x 3-pin Phoenix connector1 x 5-pin Phoenix connector1 x IR Remote Control1 x Mounting kit1 x Quick reference guide1 x 12V/1A DC power supply