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J-Tech Digital HDMI ARC & SPDIF Extender over Cat5e/6

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J-Tech Digital HDMI ARC & SPDIF Optical Digital Audio Extender Over Single CAT5e/ CAT6 Ethernet Cable Up to 492ft. w/CEC Pass Through, Dolby Digital, DTS [JTECH-AET-AS]

Extends HDMI-ARC or SPDIF optical audio up to 492ft over a single CAT5e/6. Supports DTS and Dolby Digital with CEC pass-through. One-direction extender (ARC or SPDIF) per setup

Highlights

  • long-distance audio extension
  • HDMI-ARC or SPDIF option
  • CEC pass-through support

Pros

  • extends digital audio over long distance
  • supports DTS and Dolby Digital formats
  • CEC pass-through enabled
  • single Ethernet cable for transmission
  • clear guidance on ARC vs SPDIF setup

Cons

  • does not support simultaneous ARC and SPDIF
  • does not support 7.1 channel audio
  • requires correct toggle switch setting on both ends

Best For

  • home theater to external receiver over long cable
  • disable latency by shortening HDMI run to audio system
  • retrofit existing setup with CAT5e/6 extender
  • single-cable audio extension for conference rooms
  • audio-only extension for media displays with ARC/SPDIF needs

Features

  • Extends HDMI-ARC or SPDIF Optical audio up to 492ft over a single CAT5e/6 cable
  • Supports DTS and Dolby Digital formats with up to 5.1 channel audio
  • CEC pass-through available for HDMI ARC functionality (video not transmitted)
  • Single-function operation: toggle between ARC or SPDIF on both transmitter and receiver
  • Simple setup: power via included USB cable and wall adapter; note no HDMI/Optical cables included

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