KanexPro HAECOAX4 User manual

KanexPro
HDMI 2.0 Audio Embedder
VER 1.0

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Please read all instructions before attempting to unpack, install or operate this equipment and
before connecting the power supply. Please keep the following in mind as you unpack and install
this equipment:
• Always follow basic safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electrical
shock and injury to persons.
• To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain, moisture or
install this product near water.
• Never spill liquid of any kind on or into this product.
• Never push an object of any kind into this product through any openings or
empty slots in the unit, as you may damage parts inside the unit.
• Do not attach the power supply cabling to building surfaces.
• Use only the supplied power supply unit (PSU). Do not use the PSU if it is
damaged.
• Do not allow anything to rest on the power cabling or allow any weight to be
placed upon it or any person walk on it.
• To protect the unit from overheating, do not block any vents or openings in the
unit housing that provide ventilation and allow for sufficient space for air to
circulate around the unit.
Table of Contents
1. Introduction ........................................................................................... 1
2. Features ................................................................................................. 1
3. Package Contents ................................................................................... 1
4. Specifications ......................................................................................... 2
5. Operation Controls and Functions ......................................................... 3
5.1 Front Panel ..................................................................................... 3
5.2 Rear Panel ...................................................................................... 3
6. Application Example .............................................................................. 4

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1. Introduction
The KanexPro HAECOAX4 Audio Embedder is designed to embed or
insert audio signals coming from a digital optical or analog stereo source
into an HDMI Display or Sink device. Both the HDMI input and outputs
support video resolutions up to 4K2K@50/60Hz (YUV444). The
Embedder supports 10bits HDR (High Dynamic Range) pass through and
HDMI high resolution digital audio formats, along with LPCM 2CH, Dolby
TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Atmos and DTS-HD Master Audio.
Audio sampling rates up to 192 kHz are supported for the highest fidelity.
HDCP 2.2 and CEC bypass are also supported. Covered by KanexPros
limited 3 Year warranty, rest assured that HAECOAX4 is the best tool for
your next project
2. Features
☆Embeds multi-channel optical (SPDIF) or Line analog audio to HDMI
output
☆Optical audio supports LPCM 2CH, Dolby Digital 2/ 5.1CH, DTS
2/5.1CH
☆Analog audio supports PCM2.0
☆HDMI 2.0b (18Gbps), HDCP 2.2 and DVI 1.0 compliant
☆Video resolutions up to 4K2K@50/60Hz (YUV444)
☆Supports HDMI High Bit Rate(HBR) audio pass through
☆10bits HDR (High Dynamic Range) pass through
☆Supports CEC bypass
3. Package Contents
①1 x HDMI 18Gbps Audio Embedder
②1 x 5V/1A Power Adapter
③1 x User Manual

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4. Specifications
Technical
HDMI Compliance
HDMI 2.0b
HDCP Compliance
HDCP 2.2 and HDCP 1.4
Video Bandwidth
18Gbps
Video Resolution
up to 4K2K@50/60Hz(YUV4:4:4),4K2K@
30Hz,1080P@120Hz and 1080P3D@60Hz
Color Space
RGB, YCbCr 4:4:4, YCbCr 4:2:0
Color Depth
10-bit, 12-bit
HDMI Audio Formats
(Pass-through)
LPCM 2/5.1/7.1CH, Dolby Digital, DTS 5.1,
Dolby Digital+, Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD
Master Audio, Dolby Atmos, DTS:X
Optical Audio
Formats
LPCM 2CH, Dolby Digital 2/5.1CH,
DTS 2/5.1CH
L/R Audio Formats
Analog Stereo 2CH
ESD Protection
Human body model—±8kV (Air-gap discharge) &±
4kV (Contact discharge)
Connections
Input Ports
1x HDMI Type A [19-pin female]
1x Line In [3.5mm Stereo Mini-jack]
1x Optical In [S/PDIF]
Output Ports
1×HDMI Type A (19-pin female）
Mechanical
Chassis Material
Metal Enclosure
Silkscreen Color
Black
Dimensions
73.5mm [W] x 60.7mm [D] x 17mm [H]
Weight
122g
Power Supply
Input: AC100 - 240V 50/60Hz, Output: DC 5V/1A
(US/EU standards, CE/FCC/UL certified)
Power Consumption
1.25W
Operating Temperature
0°C ~ 40°C / 32°F ~ 104°F
Storage Temperature
-20°C ~ 60°C / -4°F ~ 140°F
Relative Humidity
20~90% RH (non-condensing)

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5. Operation Controls and Functions
5.1 Front Panel
Number
Name
Function description
1
HDMI In
Connect to HDMI source device, such as DVD player
or Set top box
2
Line In
Analog audio input port.
3
Optical In
Optical audio input port.
5.2 Rear Panel
Number
Name
Function description
1
DC 5V
Connect 5V/1A adapter to AC wall outlet
for power supply.
2
Power LED
System power indicator.
3
HDMI/Optical/
Line
User can select input audio format according to
HDMI, Optical or Line.
▪When the dial switch is dialed to HDMI, the HDMI
Out port output audio from HDMI In port input.
▪When the dial switch is dialed to Optical, the
HDMI Out port output audio from optical In port

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input.
▪When the dial switch is dialed to Line, the HDMI
Out port output audio from Line In port input.
4
HDMI Out
Connect to HDMI display device such as TV/Projector.
5
Link LED
The LED will illuminate when detected HDMI output
signal.
6. Application Example

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7. Customer Service
The return of a product to our Customer Service implies the full agreement of the terms and
conditions hereinafter. There terms and conditions may be changed without prior notice.
①
Warranty
The limited warranty period of the product is fixed 3 (three) years.
②
Scope
These terms and conditions of Customer Service apply to the customer service provided for
the products or any other items sold by authorized distributor only.
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Warranty Exclusions:
Warranty expiration.
Factory applied serial number has been altered or removed from the product. Damage,
deterioration or malfunction caused by:
✓Normal wear and tear.
✓Use of supplies or parts not meeting our specifications.
✓No certificate or invoice as the proof of warranty.
✓The product model showed on the warranty card does not match with the model of the
product for repairing or had been altered.
✓Damage caused by force majeure.
✓Servicing not authorized by distributor.
✓Any other causes which does not relate to a product defect. Shipping fees, installation or
labor charges for installation or setup of the product.
④
Documentation:
Customer Service will accept defective product(s) in the scope of warranty coverage at the sole
condition that the defeat has been clearly defined, and upon reception of the documents or copy
of invoice, indicating the date of purchase, the type of product, the serial number, and the name
of distributor.
Remarks: For further assistance or solutions, please contact your local distributor, or email directly
to us at [email protected]