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HDMI to Dante® 2CH Network Audio Encoder
Convert Any HDMI Source into a Dante/AES67 Network — No Analog Stage, No Signal Loss
AUD-DTE-HDMIUPC 813982024014
Overview
Eliminate the multi-device workaround of chaining an HDMI extractor into an analog Dante encoder. The KanexPro AUD-DTE-HDMI converts HDMI-embedded audio directly into Dante 2-channel digital audio in a single compact adapter — keeping the signal fully digital from HDMI source to Dante destination with no analog stage and no conversion loss.
Built on the Dante® Ultimo 2×2 chipset, it accepts any HDMI™ 2.0b source at up to 192kHz/24-bit and delivers Dante® output at 44.1/48/88.2/96kHz with configurable 1/2/5ms latency and full AES67 interoperability. Powered by PoE (802.3af Class 0) or USB-C, it installs anywhere without dedicated power infrastructure.
Key features
- Converts 2-channel PCM HDMI™ audio to Dante® digital audio — fully digital, zero analog conversion loss
- HDMI™ 2.0b input accepts PCM 2CH at 32kHz–192kHz/24-bit from any HDMI™ source (laptop, camera, player)
- Dante® output supports 44.1 / 48 / 88.2 / 96kHz @ 24-bit with full AES67 cross-vendor interoperability
- Configurable Dante® latency — 1ms for lip-sync-critical presentations, 5ms for network stability
- Powered via PoE (IEEE 802.3af Class 0) or USB-C 5V — single-cable install with no dedicated power supply
- Dante® Ultimo 2×2 chipset — SNR >130dB, THD+N <0.01%, frequency response 20Hz–20kHz (±0dB)
- EDID management via API — Internal (4K60/PCM 2CH), User Defined 1, User Defined 2
- API control via USB-C virtual RS-232 — EDID programming, firmware update, reboot, factory reset
- Compact 115×40×28mm, 90g enclosure — installs behind displays, on rack shelves, or on desks
| Technical | |
| Input | Two-channel HDMI™ audio |
| Output | Dante® 2CH digital audio |
| Control Method | Dante® Controller |
| Network Bandwidth | 100Mbps |
| HDMI™ Compliance | HDMI™ 2.0b |
| HDCP Compliance | HDCP 2.3 |
| Video Bandwidth | 18Gbps |
| Color Depth | 8/10/12-bit |
| Color Space | RGB, YCbCr 4:4:4 / 4:2:2 / 4:2:0 |
| HDR | HDR, HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, HLG |
| Input Video Resolutions | All resolutions as specified in HDMI™ 2.0b |
| HDMI™ Audio IN | PCM 2CH, 32kHz–192kHz @ 16/24-bit |
| Dante® Audio OUT | PCM 2CH, 44.1 / 48 / 88.2 / 96kHz @ 16/24-bit |
| Dante® Latency | 1 / 2 / 5ms (configurable via Dante® Controller) |
| AES67 | Supported |
| Transmission Distance | Up to 100m / 328ft (CAT6 / CAT6A / CAT7) |
| Audio Latency | <1ms |
| Frequency Response | 20Hz–20kHz (±0dB) |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | >130dB @ 0dBu, 1kHz A-weighted |
| Dynamic Range | >130dB @ 0dBu, 1kHz A-weighted |
| THD+N | <0.01% at +4dBu, 1kHz |
| ESD Protection | IEC 61000-4-2: ±8kV (air-gap) & ±4kV (contact) |
| Connection | |
| HDMI™ IN | 1× HDMI™ Type A [19-pin female] |
| Dante® / PoE | 1× RJ45 connector (PoE IEEE 802.3af Class 0) |
| Power / API | 1× USB-C port [5V/500mA power input, MCU FW update, API control] |
| Reset | 1× Reset button [Dante® setting reset] |
| Indicator | 1× HDMI™ LED [Green — solid: active signal; flashing: booting] |
| Mechanical | |
| Housing | Plastic enclosure, Black |
| Dimensions | 115mm (W) × 40mm (D) × 28mm (H) |
| Weight | 90g |
| Power Supply | USB-C: 5V/500mA • PoE: IEEE 802.3af Class 0 |
| Power Consumption | 1.8W (max) |
| Operating Temp | 32°F–104°F / 0°C–40°C |
| Storage Temp | -4°F–140°F / -20°C–60°C |
| Operating Humidity | 20%–80% RH (non-condensing) |
| Storage Humidity | 10%–90% RH (non-condensing) |
| Package Contents | |
| 1× | Dante® 2CH HDMI™ Input Adapter |
| 2× | Hook & Loop |
| 1× | User Manual |
What Dante audio output does the unit provide?
Dante output supports PCM 2CH at 44.1, 48, 88.2, or 96kHz, 16/24-bit, with AES67 RTP interoperability.
The HDMI LED is off or the source shows no audio at the Dante output - what should I check?
Confirm the HDMI LED is solid green (active signal detected) rather than flashing (booting); send "get status" via the USB-C API port to check input cable, resolution, and audio format, and verify the HDMI source is configured to output PCM 2CH audio.
What environments is the AUD-DTE-HDMI designed for?
It targets recording studios, live events, conference rooms, classrooms, broadcast facilities, and houses of worship that need to pull audio off an HDMI source onto a Dante network without an analog conversion stage.
What single-cable installation benefit does the AUD-DTE-HDMI provide?
PoE IEEE 802.3af Class 0 delivers both Dante audio transport and device power over one RJ45 cable, and the USB-C port doubles as a backup power input, firmware update port, and API control port.
Why choose the AUD-DTE-HDMI over an analog de-embedder plus separate Dante encoder?
It de-embeds PCM 2CH audio directly from HDMI to Dante 2CH digital audio in one Dante Ultimo 2x2 device, avoiding the added analog conversion stage and signal loss of a two-box de-embed-then-encode setup.
What Dante latency options are available?
Dante Controller allows configurable device latency of 1, 2, or 5ms.
Does the AUD-DTE-HDMI pass HDMI video through to a display?
No. It extracts audio only from the HDMI stream; if the source also needs to feed a display, install a KanexPro HDMI splitter upstream of the adapter.
How do I check system status and firmware version via API?
Connect the POWER (USB-C) port to a PC and open a serial terminal at 115200 baud, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, no parity; send "get status" for input cable, resolution, color space, audio format, HDCP, and EDID status, or "get fw version" for the MCU firmware version.
How is the AUD-DTE-HDMI powered?
It accepts PoE IEEE 802.3af Class 0 through the DANTE RJ45 port, or USB-C 5V/500mA when PoE is unavailable; maximum power consumption is 1.8W.
What are the dimensions and weight of the AUD-DTE-HDMI?
4.53 in x 1.57 in x 1.10 in (115 x 40 x 28mm), 0.20 lbs (0.09kg), in a black plastic enclosure.
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