Digichain CE-CVAD User Manual

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User Manual

CE-CVAD

18G HDMI Repeater

with Audio Extraction

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Version: CE-CVAD_2017V1.0

User Manual

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Statement

Read this user manual carefully before using this product. Pictures shown in this manual is for reference
only, different model and specifications are subject to real product. This manual is only for operation
instruction only, not for any maintenance usage. The functions described in this version are updated till
April 20, 2017. In the constant effort to improve our product, we reserve the right to make functions or
parameters changes without notice or obligation. Please refer to the dealers for the latest details.

Safety Precaution

To insure the best from the product, please read all instructions carefully before using the device. Save
this manual for further reference.

 Follow basic safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock and injury to persons.
 Do not dismantle the housing or modify the module to avoid electrical shock or burn.
 Using supplies or parts not meeting the products’ specifications may cause damage, deterioration or

malfunction.

 Do not expose the unit to rain, moisture or install this product near water.
 Install the device in a place with fine ventilation.
 Do not twist or pull by force ends of the optical cable. It can cause malfunction.
 Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners to clean this unit. Always unplug the power to the device before

cleaning.

 Unplug the power cord when left unused for a long period of time.
 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

Introduction

The CE-CVAD is a small-size HDMI2.0 audio de-embedder with 1 HDMI input, 1 HDMI output, and three
kinds of audio outputs. It is designed to extract audio from 4K HDMI signal via stereo balanced L/R audio,
analog RCA, and coaxial digital audio output ports.

It supports 4K@60Hz/4:4:4 HDR, EDID & CEC pass-through, and the transmission rate is up to 18Gbps.
Moreover, there are three audio modes can be chosen in order to be compatible with various audio
processing device.

Features

 Supports stereo balanced L/R audio, analog RCA, and coaxial digital audio output ports.
 Supports three audio modes：PASS, BITSTREAM, and PCM.
 HDMI input supports HDCP2.2, and the output supports HDCP1.4.
 Supports HDMI2.0 4K@60Hz/4:4:4 HDR, EDID & CEC pass-through.
 The transmission rate is up to 18Gbps.

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Package List

Please take an inventory of the package contents to ensure you have all the items listed below. If anything
is missing or damaged, please contact your distributor for a replacement.

 1 x CE-CVAD

 1 x Power Adaptor (12VDC,1A)

 1 x 5-pin Phoenix Connector

 4 x Plastic Cushions

 1 x User Manual

Panel Description

① Bicolor LED: RED when powered on, GREEN when HDMI signal input.
② Audio Modes Switcher:

 PASS (default): The source device obtains its EDID from display.
 BITSTREAM: If the display only supports PCM, and the format of audio source is DTS/Dolby, the

switcher should be turned to BITSTREAM to ensure the DTS/Dolby audio can be output via HDMI
and coaxial digital audio ports (⑥&⑨), there will be no audio output on analog audio ports(⑦&⑧).

 BITSTREAM: If the format of source audio is PCM, and it should be DTS/Dolby to be processed

via AV amplifier, the switcher should be turned to BITSTREAM, there will be no audio output on
analog audio ports(⑦&⑧).

 PCM: If the digital audio need to be output via analog audio ports(⑦&⑧), the switcher should be

turned to PCM, and the coaxial audio port(⑨) will also output PCM audio.

③ HDMI IN: Connect with HDMI source.
④ FW: Firmware upgrade.
⑤ DC 12V: Connect with the included power adaptor.
⑥ HDMI OUT: Connect with HDMI display.
⑦ L/R: Stereo balanced L/R audio output.
⑧ L/R: analog RCA audio output.
⑨ COAX: Coaxial digital audio output.

DC 12V FW HDMI IN

BITSTREAM

PASS PCM

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COAXL RL RHDMI OUT

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Specification

Video

Input

(1) HDMI

Input Connector

(1) 19-pin type-A female HDMI 2.0, HDCP2.2

Output

(1) HDMI

Output Connector

(1) 19-pin type-A female HDMI 2.0, HDCP1.4

Audio

Output

(1) Stereo balanced audio L/R; (1) Analog audio L+R ; (1) COAX

Output Connector

(1) 5-Pin phoenix connector; (1) RCA ; (1) Coaxial audio connector

Audio Format

Support Dolby D (True HD)/ DTS (HD-Master Audio)/ PCM

General

Max data rate

18Gbit/s

Max Resolution

4Kx2K@60Hz 4:4:4

Temperature

-10~ 55℃

Reference Humidity

10% ~ 90%

Power Consumption

3 W (Max)

Power Supply

Input: 100VAC~240VAC, 50/60Hz; Output: 12VDC 1A

Dimension (W*H*D)

129mm x 21.5 mm x77 mm

Net Weight

244g

System Diagram

Note: This picture is for reference only, the specific scheme is subject to real devices.

COAXL RL RHDMI O UT

TV Speaker Amplifier

Blu-Ray DVD

HDMI:
Audio:

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After-sales Service

If there appear some problems when running the CE-CVAD, please check and deal with the problems
referring to this user manual. Any transport costs are borne by the users during the warranty.

1) Product Limited Warranty: Digichain warrants that its products will be free from defects in materials
and workmanship for three years, which starts from the first day you buy this product (The purchase
invoice shall prevail).
Proof of purchase in the form of a bill of sale or receipted invoice which is evidence that the unit is
within the Warranty period must be presented to obtain warranty service.

2) What the warranty does not cover:

 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 Digichain
 Any other causes which does not relate to a product defect

 Delivery, installation or labor charges for installation or setup of the product

3) Technical Support: Email to our after-sales department or make a call, please inform us the
following information about your cases.

 Product version and name.
 Detailed failure situations.
 The formation of the cases.

Remarks: For any questions or problems, please try to get help from your local distributor, or email
Digichain at www.digichain.nl

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