VAX01301 HDMI Audio Extractor with Bluetooth audio transmission and ARC

This adapter enables wireless audio output or via RCA and optical connection - from a TV with HDMI-ARC or an HDMI source

The VAX01301 is used to output the audio from an HDMI signal wirelessly via Bluetooth or via RCA (analog) and SPDIF Toslink (digital). This allows you to use wireless headphones or Bluetooth speakers to output the audio. Or active speakers and a stereo system connected to the audio outputs via a cable.

Sound from TV:

If your TV supports HDMI-ARC (or HDMI-eARC), the VAX01301 can be connected to it, providing additional audio from apps and the receiver. HDMI-ARC is activated at the touch of a button. To enable stereo and wireless output (Bluetooth audio cannot handle 5.1 audio!), the TV's audio format must be set to PCM stereo , not Bitstream or Dolby. When HDMI-ARC is enabled on your TV, most TVs will mute their internal speakers.

Sound from the player:

The HDMI audio extractor can also deliver the audio from a player such as Fire TV, Apple TV, etc. that is connected to its HDMI input. A television, monitor, or video projector can be connected to the HDMI output. Ultra HD video resolutions up to 4k 60Hz HDR or Dolby Vision are supported. Stereo audio is also output wirelessly or via RCA/SPDIF from this input. 5.1 audio with Dolby Digital or DTS can only be extracted via SPDIF Toslink. The audio from the player is always transmitted in parallel to the television, allowing you to hear it through the TV speakers at the same time if desired. The maximum audio format of the player can be limited using the 2.0/5.1 or Advanced (Audio EDID mode) selection button. For example, to stereo to enable Bluetooth audio transmission. In Advanced mode, all audio formats are supported. But higher audio formats can only be transmitted via HDMI, not via RCA or Toslink.

Volume control

The VAX01301 delivers constant audio output levels. The volume cannot be changed using the television remote control. You can adjust the volume on the headphones or sound system. Many televisions or media players (Apple TV, Fire TV) offer a universal remote control function to control the sound system.

The VAX01301 is powered via USB (power supply not included), e.g. from the television. Alternatively, any USB power supply can be used.

Notes:

• Wireless output via the built-in Bluetooth audio transmitter or RCA is only possible with stereo sound. When using ARC, please set the TV to PCM for stereo sound.
• Dolby Digital & DTS 5.1 sound is only output via SPDIF Toslink
• Higher audio formats can only be passed through via HDMI and cannot be extracted. No audio formats are converted.
• No ARC sound device can be operated on the HDMI input of the VAX01301. ARC from the television cannot be passed through to the HDMI input. This means that a soundbar with an HDMI connection cannot be used.
• Power is supplied via USB (max. 700 mA, power adapter is not included)

Scope of delivery: HDMI audio extractor, USB cable, and instructions. Dimensions: 105 x 65 x 28 mm.

Technical specifications:

• HDMI version 2.0b
• Operating temperature range -5°C to +40°C
• Signal input 1 x HDMI socket
• Signal output 1 x HDMI socket
• Audio outputs digital: SPDIF Toslink, analogue: RCA stereo
• ARC (Audio Return Channel) yes (HDMI OUT to SPDIF)
• Bluetooth 5.0 Audio A2DP (SBC codec)
• HDMI-CEC Pass: No
• Supported copy protection HDCP 2.2 and 1.4
• Data transfer rate 18 Gbit/s (maximum)
• Supported video formats 480P/720P/1080P/2160P@60/50/30/25/24,
  max. 4K @60Hz (4096 x 2160p)
• Supported colour format: deep colour 24/30/36 bit
• HDR (High Dynamic Range): HDR10, HLG-HDR, Dolby Vision, HDR10+
• Supported audio formats (Bluetooth & RCA analogue extracted): LPCM 2.0
• Supported audio formats (SPDIF extracted): Dolby Digital, DTS, LPCM 2.0
• Supported audio formats HDMI passthrough: Dolby Digital, DTS, LPCM 2.0 -71, DTS-HD, DTS-X, Dolby True-HD (incl. Atmos), Dolby Digital Plus (incl. Atmos)
• Analogue audio output level: 2 V rms (line out)
• Power consumption < 3.5 W
• Dimensions (W×L×H) 105 x 65 x 28 mm
• Range with standard HDMI cable at 4K:
  maximum 5 m at the input + 5 m at the output