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8K eARC Audio Processor

Model: ZONE2-PRO

  • HDMI Audio and eARC transmitter output ports
  • Two HDMI 2.1 48Gbps FRL6 inputs with CEC control
  • TRACKSYNC volume control between displays
  • Video support: All formats up to 48Gbps FRL6 from any HDMI source, such as 4k120 444 10/12bit VRR, 8k60, and others
  • Audio support: All formats, such as lossless MAT Atmos, TrueHD, DTS:X IMAX, DTS-MA, PCM 7.1 192kHz 24bit, and others
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The ZONE2-PRO 8K eARC audio processor splits eARC into dual output for two audio systems.

THENAUDIO ZONE2-PRO is a dual-zone eARC audio processor and Fixed Rate Link (FRL) 6 HDMI switch designed to distribute eARC audio simultaneously to separate audio systems. One common use is with the client that has purchased a NextGen TV and soundbar and wishes to integrate the multichannel eARC soundtrack also through a still viable, though years behind, AVR. 

The ZONE2-PRO is inserted into the signal path from the TV eARC HDMI output port, splitting between the soundbar and AVR. The dedicated TV eARC input directs the signal to an output designated as eARC output to a soundbar. 

Meanwhile, en route to the dedicated AVR output, a proprietary ThenAudio algorithm first decodes the eARC audio data, then proceeds to re-encode the signal without alteration, adding metadata that automatically optimizes the signal to interface with the legacy audio processor. Video data is not decoded and passes through unchanged if desired for viewing in an alternate location. It should be noted that the audio extraction performed by the ZONE2-PRO remains in multi-channel codec form and is NOT downmixed for distributed multi-zone stereo use.      

The ZONE2-PRO may also function as a two-input, HDMI 2.1, 8K/ 60 fps, 48 Gbps video switcher.

  • HDMI Audio and eARC transmitter output ports
  • Two HDMI 2.1 48Gbps FRL6 inputs with CEC control
  • TRACKSYNC volume control between displays
  • Video support: All formats up to 48Gbps FRL6 from any HDMI source, such as 4k120 444 10/12bit VRR, 8k60, and others
  • Audio support: All formats, such as lossless MAT Atmos, TrueHD, DTS:X IMAX, DTS-MA, PCM 7.1 192kHz 24bit, and others
  • TV may limit supported formats depending on its eARC implementation. Consult the TV manual for supported modes.
  • Video encryption support: All levels of any encryption
  • Perfect PassThrough: Video content is never decoded and re-encoded. The bit accuracy is maintained even for the most demanding formats (cable limited)
  • Any video feature is supported (VRR / FRL / ALLM / .. )
  • Supports CEC switching and command passthrough using the TV remote and the source remotes.
  • Use AppleTV / Roku / Xbox / other remote controllers to control the volume level, mute and source switching.
  • Includes:
  • ZONE2-PRO processor
  • 5V power supply with US or EU plug
 
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