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8K60 HDMI 2.1 eARC Audio to Soundbar Converter/Adapter
HDMI 2.1 and HDCP 2.3 Compliant | Ultra-High Resolutions | High-Fidelity Audio
The BG-8K-SA HDMI eARC Audio to Soundbar Adapter is a high-performance solution designed to extract audio signals from HDMI sources or TVs with ARC/eARC functionality and seamlessly output them to a soundbar. Supporting data rates up to 48Gbps and fully compliant with HDMI 2.1 and HDCP 2.3 standards, this adapter ensures outstanding audio and video quality, making it a perfect addition to modern home theater systems.
It handles video resolutions up to 8K@60Hz 4:2:0 12-bit and 4K@120Hz 4:4:4 12-bit, delivering stunning visuals with support for high dynamic range (HDR) formats like HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, and HLG. Additionally, the adapter supports advanced HDMI 2.1 features, such as Variable Refresh Rate (VRR), Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM), Quick Media Switching (QMS), Quick Frame Transport (QFT), and Source-Based Tone Mapping (SBTM), ensuring smooth and responsive video playback.
HDMI 2.1 and HDCP 2.3 Protocols
Guarantees support for the latest HDMI standards and secure content transmission; fully compatible with VRR, ALLM, QMS, QFT, and SBTM for enhanced gaming and video experiences
Ultra-High Resolutions
Supports up to 8K@60Hz (4:2:0, 12-bit) and 4K@120Hz (4:4:4, 12-bit) for superior visual quality
High-Fidelity Audio
LPCM 7.1CH, Dolby TrueHD, Atmos, DTS-HD Master, and DTS audio pass-through for immersive sound
eARC and Audio De-embedding
Delivers full audio output, including Dolby Atmos and DTS, from eARC TVs to SONOS ARC & Beam or any eARC-enabled soundbar; extracts HDMI input or TV eARC audio for output to any soundbar, supporting full audio formats including Dolby Atmos/DTS
CEC Control
Enables seamless CEC control from TV to source and soundbar, including volume adjustments
High-Bandwidth Support
Delivers 48Gbps FRL and 18Gbps TMDS video bandwidth for seamless high-definition video transfer
Advanced HDR Pass-Through
Supports HDR, HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, and HLG for vibrant color and contrast
Advanced EDID Management
Optimizes device communication and performance
Connection Diagram
The source device connects to the Source IN port of the BG-8K-SA over HDMI. The TV(eARC) OUT port connects to the TV with HDMI, and the Soundbar eARC OUT port connects to the soundbar with HDMI eARC.
Front and Rear Panels
1. Power LED - When the device is powered on, the red LED will be on
2. IN LED - When the input signal is detected, the green LED will be on
3. OUT LED - When the OUT port connects to a TV, the green LED will be on
4. Soundbar LED - When the eARC OUT port connects to a soundbar, the green LED will be on
5. eARC LED - On: The ARC/eARC function is turned on
6. eARC button - Press this button to enable or disable the eARC function
7. EDID DIP switch - Use the DIP switch to set EDID
8. SERVICE - Firmware update and debug port
9. Source IN port - HDMI signal input port, connected to HDMI source device such as DVD, PS5 or 8K computer host
10. TV(eARC) OUT port - HDMI signal output port, connected to TV (ARC/eARC) with an HDMI cable
11. Soundbar - eARC OUT: HDMI audio output port, connected to a soundbar with an HDMI cable
12. DC 5V - DC 5V/1A power input port
| HDMI Compliance | HDMI 2.1 |
|---|---|
| HDCP Compliance | HDCP 2.3 |
| Video Bandwidth | 48Gbps FRL and 18Gbps TMDS |
| Video Resolution | Up to 8K@60Hz 4:2:0 12bit, 4K@120Hz 4:4:4 12bit |
| Audio Latency | No Latency |
| Video Latency | No Latency |
| Color Depth | 8/10/12bit |
| Color Space | RGB 4:4:4, YCbCr 4:4:4, YCbCr 4:2:2, YCbCr 4:2:0 |
| Audio Formats | HDMI IN/OUT: LPCM, Dolby Digital/Plus/EX, Dolby True HD, Dolby Atmos, DTS, DSD, DTS-EX, DTS-96/24, DTS High Res, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X; eARC AUDIO OUT: LPCM, Dolby Digital/Plus/EX, Dolby True HD, Dolby Atmos, DTS, DSD, DTS-EX, DTS-96/24, DTS High Res, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X |
| HDR | HDR, HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, HLG |
| ESD Protection | IEC 61000-4-2: +/-8kV (Air-gap discharge) & +/-4kV (Contact discharge) |
| Input | 1 x Source IN [HDMI Type A, 19-pin female] |
| Output | 1 x TV(eARC) OUT [HDMI Type A, 19-pin female]; 1 x Soundbar eARC OUT [HDMI Type A, 19-pin female] |
| Control | 1 x SERVICE [USB Type C, Update port] |
| Housing | Metal Enclosure |
| Color | Black |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 3.7in x 2.7in x 0.71in [95mm x 68mm x 18mm] |
| Weight | 0.39 lbs [178g] |
| Power Supply | Input: AC 100-240V 50/60Hz, Output: DC 5V/1A (US/EU standards, CE/FCC/UL certified) |
| Power Consumption | 4.13W (Max) |
| Operation Temperature | 32 F ~ 104 F / 0 C ~ 40 C |
| Storage Temperature | -4 F ~ 140 F / -20 C ~ 60 C |
| Relative Humidity | 20~90% RH (non-condensing) |
| HDMI Cable Length (HDMI in / out) - 8K60 | 2m/6.6ft ~ 3m/10ft (Ultra HDMI 2.1) |
| HDMI Cable Length (HDMI in / out) - 4K60 | 5m/16ft |
| HDMI Cable Length (HDMI in / out) - 4K30 | 10m/33ft |
| HDMI Cable Length (HDMI in / out) - 1080P | 15m/49ft |
| Note | The use of "Premium High Speed HDMI" cables is highly recommended. |
| Package Contents | 1x 48Gbps HDMI eARC Audio to Soundbar Adapter; 1x 5V/1A Multinational Power Supply; 1x User Manual |