AU-11PRO - Full 4K HDMI embedder and de-embedder with ARC

Full 4K HDMI embedder and de-embedder with ARC

4K HDMI audio embedder/de-embedder with ARC support, designed to extract or insert audio from / to HDMI, optical, or analog signals. The device can take audio from HDMI, ARC (from HDMI output 1), optical S/PDIF, or analog stereo input, and send it simultaneously to the HDMI, optical, and analog outputs, thanks to high-quality ADC/DAC processing.

It supports video up to 4K @ 60Hz 4:4:4 (18 Gbps), 10/12-bit HDR, and advanced audio formats such as LPCM up to 8 channels, Bitstream, and HD Bitstream. It also integrates advanced EDID management with presets and the ability to load a custom EDID.

Main features

• HDMI 2.0 and DVI 1.0 compatible
• HDCP 1.x and 2.2 compatible
• One HDMI input and two duplicated HDMI outputs
• Video support up to 4K UHD+ (18 Gbps, 4K @ 50/60 Hz 4:4:4, 8-bit) input and output
• Pass-through support for 10 and 12-bit HDR sources
• HDMI audio pass-through support for up to 8 channels of LPCM, Bitstream, and HD Bitstream
• Freely selectable audio extraction source
• Optical output limited to LPCM 2.0 and standard Bitstream
• Analog output limited to LPCM 2.0
• Controllable via front panel switches and Virtual COM port via USB-C
• EDID management with bypass mode, two preconfigured EDIDs, and one user-customizable EDID

User benefits

• Full compatible with 4K 60Hz 4:4:4 video signals and HDR content
• Allows the use of soundbars, amplifiers, or active speakers even with audio formats not supported by the display
• Two mirrored HDMI outputs for simultaneous connection of two displays or a display and a video projector
• Maximum compatibility with matrix switchers thanks to advanced EDID management
• High-quality audio conversion via integrated ADC / DAC

Areas of use

• Conference rooms and meeting rooms with complex audio/video routing
• Professional AV installations requiring advanced HDMI signal management
• Home Theater systems
• Integration of soundbars and external audio systems with 4K sources
• Digital signage applications with separate audio and video distribution
• Setups requiring HDMI signal duplication across two displays

Technical characteristics

Interfaces

• Input ports: 1 x HDMI (Type‑A), 1 x optical (S/PDIF), 1 x analogue stereo (3.5 mm)
• Output ports: 2 x HDMI (Type‑A), 1 x optical (S/PDIF), 1 x analogue stereo (3.5 mm)
• Control I/O: 1 x USB Type‑C

Video

• HDMI compliance: HDMI 2.0
• Input signal type: 4K @ 60 YUV 4:4:4
• Output signal type: 4K @ 60 YUV 4:4:4
• Max. input resolution: 3840 x 2160p @ 60 YUV 4:4:4
• Max. output resolution: 3840 x 2160p @ 60 YUV 4:4:4

Audio

• HDMI audio: LPCM (2 channels)
• Line IN: 2 V_RMS, S/N > 80 dB (1 kHz, 0 dBFS)
• Line OUT: 2 V_RMS, S/N > 80 dB (1 kHz, 0 dBFS)

Power

• Power supply: 5 V_DC / 3 A 
• Power consumption: 3.5 W

Field Firmware Update

• PC

Enclosure

• Chassis material: metal (steel)
• Chassis color: black
• Dimensions (case only): 12.8 x 7.5 x 2.5 cm
• Dimensions (all inclusive): 12.8 x 7.9 x 2.5 cm
• Weight: 300 g