ARC-HDAD - ARCO-18Gbps HDMI Audio Decoder
Features
18Gbps HDMI Audio Decoder (ARC-HDAD) - Arco
The Arco 18Gbps HDMI Audio Decoder with ARC/eARC function supports Dolby® Digital/DTS® Stereo Audio Decoding. This is used for bypassing bitstream audio over HDMI and down-mixing to a secondary output for 2Ch audio systems. This unit 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 eARC/ARC.
- HDMI 2.0b and HDCP 2.2 / 1.x compliant
- Video resolution up to 4K2K@ 60Hz with 24bit RGB/YCbCr 4:4:4
- Support 18Gbps video bandwidth
- VESA format up to QSXGA@ 60Hz
- Support HDR, HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision and HLG pass-through
- Down-scaling for mixed systems
- Down-mix on L/R "RCA" Cables, Digital Coax, Toslink and HDMI
- Support eARC/ARC function and CEC control
- Advanced EDID management (Set EDID via DIP switch)
- HDMI audio formats:
HDMI OUT1: PCM 2.0, 5.1 & 7.1, Dolby Digital, Dolby digital plus,
Dolby True-HD, DTS surround, DTS ES, DTS HD Master
HDMI OUT2 / Coaxial / Toslink / RCA: PCM/DOLBY/DTS 7.1 Down-mix to PCM2.0
Specifications
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | HDMI Audio Decoder |
|---|---|
| Model | ARC-HDAD |
| HDMI Version | 2.0b, HDCP 2.2 / 1.x compatible |
| Max Video Resolution | 4K @ 60Hz (4:4:4) |
| Video Format Support | HDR, HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, HLG |
| Audio Decoding Support | Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, DTS, DTS-HD Master Audio |
| Audio Output Format | PCM 2.0, 5.1, 7.1 |
| Audio Output Interfaces | HDMI OUT1, HDMI OUT2, Coaxial, Toslink, RCA |
| Downmix Function | Yes, multichannel to stereo (PCM 2.0) |
| ARC/eARC Support | Yes |
| CEC Support | Yes |
| Brand | Arco |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Headphones & Audio > Pro Audio & Sound Recording |
| Weight | 0.5 kg |
| Warranty |
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Note:
Warranty period is as stated above unless the manufacturer has chosen to specify a longer period.
All warranties are return to base unless otherwise specified.
Shipping Information
- Free NZ-wide shipping on orders over $299
- Standard delivery 2–5 business days
- Rural delivery may take an additional 1–2 days
- Same-day dispatch for orders placed before 2pm (weekdays)
Returns Policy
- 7-day returns on unused items in original packaging
- Faulty or damaged products covered under warranty
- Contact our support team to initiate a return









