KanexPro HDMI to Dante 2CH Network Audio Encoder

About: KanexPro HDMI to Dante 2CH Network Audio Encoder

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 2x2 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.

• 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 2x2 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 115x40x28mm, 90g enclosure — installs behind displays, on rack shelves, or on desks

Specification

• 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: 1x HDMI Type A [19-pin female]
  • Dante / PoE: 1x RJ45 connector (PoE IEEE 802.3af Class 0)
  • Power / API: 1x USB-C port [5V/500mA power input, MCU FW update, API control]
  • Reset: 1x Reset button [Dante setting reset]
  • Indicator: 1x HDMI LED [Green — solid: active signal; flashing: booting]
• Mechanical
  • Housing: Plastic enclosure, Black
  • ​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)
  • Dimensions (WxDxH): 4.53 x 1.58 x 1.1 inch (115 x 40 x 28mm)
  • Weight: 0.2 lbs (90g)

What's in the Box

• 1x Dante 2CH HDMI Input Adapter
• 2x Hook & Loop
• 1x User Manual