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Our CAT100EARC Audio over CAT cable extender transmits HDMI eARC/ARC or optical digital audio signals up to a distance of 200m (eARC/ARC signals up to 100m).
This plug and play device supports CEC pass-through when HDMI eARC/ARC audio is selected and features a built in DAC to convert either of the inputs to a stereo left / right audio output.
Key Features
• Extend either eARC/ARC or optical digital audio signals over a single CAT cable*
• CAT100EARC supports eARC/ARC distribution distances of up to 100m
• CAT100EARC supports Optical audio distribution distances of up to 200m
• Built in DAC (Digital to Analogue audio Converter) converts either HDMI eARC/ARC or optical digital to analogue stereo left/right audio output (2ch PCM only)*
• Supports CEC pass-through when HDMI eARC/ARC mode selected
• Supports the following audio formats:
- eARC: PCM 2.0/5.1/7.1ch, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS, Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD MA, Dolby Atmos
- ARC: PCM 2.0ch, Dolby 5.1ch, DTS 5.1ch
- Optical: PCM 2.0ch, Dolby 5.1ch, DTS 5.1ch
• Bi-directional PoC (Power over Cable) to power extenders from either the transmitter or receiver
*Selection between HDMI eARC/ARC or Optical digital audio via dipswitch on the TX
Box Contents
1 x CAT100EARC-TX
1 x CAT100EARC-RX
1 x 24V/1.25A DC power supply
1 x Mounting kit
1 x Quick Reference Guide

| Feature | CAT100EARC-TX | CAT100EARC-RX |
|---|---|---|
| Audio Input Connectors | 1x Optical (S/PDIF), 1x HDMI Type A | N/A |
| Input Connectors | N/A | 1x RJ45, 5V/1A DC |
| Output Connectors | 1x RJ45 | 1x Optical (S/PDIF), 1x HDMI Type A, 1x Analogue L/R (3.5mm) |
| Firmware Upgrade | 1x Micro-USB | 1x Micro-USB |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 74mm x 80mm x 24mm | 74mm x 80mm x 24mm |
| Shipping Weight | 0.7kg | 0.7kg |
| Operating Temperature | 32°F to 104°F (-5°C to +55°C) | 32°F to 104°F (-5°C to +55°C) |
| Storage Temperature | -4°F to 140°F (-25°C to +70°C) | -4°F to 140°F (-25°C to +70°C) |
| Power Supply | 24V/1.25A DC | 24V/1.25A DC |
| Description | Downloads |
|---|---|
| Datasheet | Downloads |
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