HDanywhere DOLBY & DTS AV SIGNAL MANAGER User manual

DOLBY™& DTS®AV SIGNAL MANAGER
Product Guide (English UK)
CODE: DDSIGNALMANAGER
Revision 1: 05/09/19

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Contents
Content, In the box 2-3
Features, Specications 4-5
Panel description & diagram 6-7
Communicating over serial comms 8
Example applications 9
Conformity notice 10
Product Guarantee 11

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In the box
x1 DOLBY™& DTS®AV Signal Manager
x1 5V/2A Multi-Territory Power Supply (Barrel Type)
x1 Mounting brackets
Name: DOLBY™& DTS®AV SIGNAL MANAGER
Product code: DDSIGNALMANAGER
The DOLBY™& DTS®AV Signal Manager (DDAV) is an audio down-mixer supporting Dolby® Digital/DTS® Stereo Audio Decoding. It can be used for bypassing bitstream
audio over HDMI and down-mixing to a secondary output which only support 2 channel stereo audio systems. The device can manage standard Dolby Digital & DTS formats
up to 7.1 and output the audio as stereo (LPCM 2.0) over HDMI & S/PDIF (optical and coaxial). Audio can also be set to be managed from ARC.

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FeaturesIMPORTANT:
Simultaneous down scaled 4K (+HDR) to 1080p and bypassed output
Down-mix audio in different formats: LPCM 7.1CH, DTS, DTS ES, AC3, DD+, Dolby
True HD
On-board EDID management
ARC routing and down-mix
Auto down scaling on all outputs
Control over serial
Informative LED indicators
For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully
before connecting and operating this product. Please keep this manual for future
reference.
To reduce the risk of re, electric shock or product damage refer to the statements
below.
EXPOSURE TO LIQUIDS
Do not expose this device to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing and ensure
that objects lled with liquids are not placed on or near the devices.
ENSURE DEVICE IS WELL VENTILATED AND NOT NEAR ANY HEAT SOURCES
Do not install or place this unit in a bookcase, built-in cabinet or in another conned
non-ventilated space. Ensure that device vents are not covered and do not install
near any heat sources or naked flames.
CLEANING
Clean the device with a dry cloth only.

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Specication
HDMI version HDMI 2.0 (a/b)
HDCP compliance HDCP 2.2
Video bandwidth 18Gbps and above (using ICT)
Video resolution Up to 4K@60Hz (4:4:4) with HDR
Up to DCI 4K (4096x2160)
Colour space RGB, YCbCr 4:4:4, YUV 4:4:4, YCbCr 4:2:2/4:2:0
Colour depth 8-bit, 10-bit, 12-bit (1080p@60Hz)
8-bit (4K@60Hz)
HDR formats HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, HLG
Video & audio IO Inputs: x1 HDMI Outputs: x2 HDMI , x1 L/R Stereo Phono (unbal-
anced), x1 Phono RCA, x1 Optical Toslink
Transmission distance Dependent on HDMI cable
HDMI audio formats PCM2.0, LPCM 5.1/7.1, Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital/ Plus, Dolby TrueHD, DTS 5.1, DTS-HD Master Audio,
DTS-X
Downmixed audio formats PCM2.0, LPCM 5.1/7.1, Dolby Digital/Plus, Dolby
TrueHD, DTS 5.1, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS-X
Stereo audio formats PCM 2.0 44.1 / 48 / 88.2 / 96 / 176.4 / 192KHz,
16/20/24bit
Power consumption 6W (Maximum)
Power supply Chassis:
5V/2A Multi-Territory PSU
Operating temperature -5°C - 51°C / 23°F - 125°F
Storage temperature -20°C - 60°C / -4°F - 140°F
Relative humidity 5 - 90% (Non-condensing)
Housing Aluminium Enclosure
Colour Grey (Carbonite)
Dimensions (W/D/H) mm
Unit
129 x 92 x 12
Package
203 x 165 x 91
Weight
Unit
136g
Package
900g

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1. HDMI (IN): HDMI video input port.
2. HDMI (OUT): HDMI video output ports. Port A & B serve different purposes:
HDMI (OUT) A
Can down-scale video. ARC is not supported.
HDMI (OUT) B
Can not down-scale video. ARC is supported.
3. Audio (OUT): Extracted audio will output from these ports. The audio will
always mirror whatever is being fed from HDMI (IN) and will always output 2
channel stereo.
4. Settings: Dip switch controls to adjust the behaviour of the device.
OFF ON
1HDMI (OUT) A audio bypass bitstream HDMI (OUT) A down-mix audio 2Ch stereo
2HDMI (OUT) B audio bypass bitstream HDMI (OUT) B down-mix audio 2Ch stereo
3Read/Use EDID from HDMI (OUT) B Use standard 4K 2Ch EDID prole
4Disable downscaling Enable downscaling
5. Service: Micro USB port for service and communicating with the device. To
connect, please page 12.
6. DC5V: Power inlet. Connect the supplied power lead to this port to provide
power to the device.
Panel description
A. Audio Type: Indicator light. Denotes what audio format is being detected and
decoded: PCM, DTS or Dolby.
B. HDMI Status: Indicator light detailing which HDMI ports are active or
connected. The light has 3 operational modes which denote the following:
- Solid
Connected correctly.
- Flashing during connection
Device is syncing
- Flashing continuously
There is a problem between HDMI device and unit. A picture may not be shown
on the display, for example. In the event that this occurs, check the following 1)
the source, by connecting it directly to the display to ensure that it is working
properly 2) try using a longer HDMI cable as shorter ones may not sync correctly
3) Set EDID position to #1.
- Off
Unable to detect a HDMI connection. Check HDMI cable and ensure all devices
are powered on.
C. ARC: Indicator light. Denotes if ARC is active or not.
- Solid
ARC audio is being extracted from HDMI (OUT) B.
- Off
Audio is being extracted from HDMI (IN) port. This is the default mode.
D. Audio Select: A single press will toggle between the modes described by the
ARC indicator light.

HDMI (OUT) Audio (OUT) Settings Service DC5VHDMI (IN)
PCM DTS DOLBY 1 ARC
Notice: For DTS patents, see http://patents.dts.com
Audio Select
A B
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Panel diagram
REAR
FRONT
TOP
A B C
D
1 4
4
5 62 3

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Serial communication over USB
It is possible to communicate with the device over serial. This is achieved by using
a USB with a micro USB connector. Serial to USB is managed internally and the
driver (universal CH340 on Windows Operating System) should automatically
install once connected.
The HDMI (OUT) ports A and B on the device casing are addressed using numbers
1 and 2 when using serial comms.
H Help
STA System status
SET RST Reset to factory defaults
SET ADDR [XX] Set device address to XX (00-99) 00=Single
SET ARC ON/OFF Enable or disable ARC
GET ADDR Get device address
GET ARC Get ARC status
GET STA Get device status
GET IN1 SIG STA Get input & signal status from HDMI (IN) port
SET OUT[X] EXA EN/DIS Set extracted audio output to enabled or disabled (X=0, 0=ALL)
SET OUT[X] STREAM ON/OFF Set output [X] stream on/off (X=0-2, 0=ALL)
GET OUT[X] EXA Get status of extracted audio output enabled or disabled (X=0, 0=ALL)
GET OUT[X] EDID DATA Get output [X] EDID data (X=0-2)
GET OUT[X] STREAM Get output [X] stream on/off status (x=0-2, 0=ALL)
Serial settings:
Baud rate: 57600
Bit number: 8
Checksum/Flow/Parity: None
Stop bits: 1

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In diagram (A) an 18Gbps source outputting a digital audio format such as Dolby
Digital or DTS is fed in to the input port on the Dolby Digital Down-Mixer. The audio
is down-mixed to 2Ch stereo internally and extracted from the analogue audio
ports which then is fed to an audio distribution amplier or MHUB AUDIO (6x4)
for distribution around a property. Simultaneously, the AVR receives an untouched
HDMI signal and output whatever the source device is sending.
In diagram (B) the source content is being provided by a video distribution system
like MHUB PRO (4x4) 40, here, it is presumed that all outputs from MHUB are
delivering 5.1 audio. This is being fed in to and passed through the Dolby Digital
Down-Mixer to the display. Using ARC it is now possible to extract the 5.1 audio
back to the Dolby Digital Down-Mixer and route it to a local AVR using the Toslink
port.
Example applications
HUBCONTROL
AUDIODIGITAL (IN)
1 2 3 4
AUX1 AUX2
sub/ SLAVE (out)
AUDIOANALOGUE (IN)
IP
hubir (IN) MHUB LINK
A
A B
C D
2X55W/4Ω
(-R +) (-L +)
B
(-R +) (-L +)
C
(-R +) (-L +)
D
(-R +) (-L +)
100-240VAC 50/60HZ
AVR
AVR
SOURCEINPUT
1 2 3 4 HDBASET
RS232 DIGITAL STEREO
HDMI HDBASET
RS232 DIGITAL STEREO
HDMI HDBASET
RS232 DIGITAL STEREO
HDMI HDBASET
RS232 DIGITAL STEREO
HDMI
1 2 3 4
aMPIR (OUT)SOURCEIR (OUT)
A B C D
allIR (IN)
DISPLAYIR (IN)hubir (IN) A B C D
IP
RS232
HUBCONTROL LAN
DISPLAY
ARC
HDMI Cable
Audio Cable
18Gbps Source
with Dolby Digital / DTS Audio Video distribution source
Outputting 5.1 to all zones
Audio extracted from display using ARC
5.1 ARC audio sent to local AVR
18Gbps Source
with Dolby Digital / DTS Audio
Down-mixed 2Ch Stereo outputDolby Digital / DTS Audio
Audio distribution amplier or
MHUB AUDIO (6x4)
DIAGRAM (A) DIAGRAM (B)

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Terms & Policies, including General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other Data Protection Laws.
During the setup of MHUB, the HDA Pro (Installer) and End-User are required to agree to a set of terms, conditions, rules, policies and license agreements, including the
HDANYWHERE Privacy Policy. These terms, notices and policies are, collectively, the “Agreements”. By installing or using MHUB, you agree to be bound by the Agreements.
EU Conformity
Hereby, HDANYWHERE declares that this HDMI connectivity device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the following Directives:
2006/95/EC (LVD Directive); 2004/108/EC (EMC Directive); 1999/5/EC (R&TTE Directive). The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available in the compliance
section at HDANYWHERE.com/legals
Recycling your device properly
In some areas, the disposal of certain electronic devices is regulated. Make sure you dispose of or recycle your device in accordance with your local laws and regulations.
Important information

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