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2CH Dante® HDMI ARC Input Adapter

VLDT-AR2DT

  • HDMI ARC audio onto Dante® in two channels, converting a display's return-channel audio to networked digital audio over one Cat cable

  • Pure digital conversion with no analog stage, preserving source fidelity at up to 130dB dynamic range

  • USB-C or PoE power (IEEE 802.3af Class 0) for single-cable, plug-and-play installation

  • AES67 support and a compact plastic enclosure for flexible mounting in multi-vendor Dante® networks

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Product Description

The VLDT-AR2DT is a compact 2-channel Dante® ARC input adapter that converts two-channel HDMI ARC (Audio Return Channel) audio into Dante® digital audio and transmits it across a standard IP network. Built on the Dante® Ultimo 2x2 platform, it lets audio from a display, TV, or other HDMI-ARC source join a Dante® network without long analog cable runs.

Because conversion is fully digital, the signal passes without loss for transparent, sample-accurate audio. The adapter accepts HDMI ARC PCM at 32–192kHz and outputs Dante® audio at 44.1/48/88.2/96kHz, with configurable 1/2/5ms Dante® latency and AES67 support. Power comes from either the local USB-C port or PoE (IEEE 802.3af Class 0), and the compact plastic housing installs quickly with the included hook-and-loop fasteners.

Key Features

  • Converts two-channel HDMI ARC audio to Dante® 2CH digital audio

  • HDMI ARC input supports PCM 2CH, 32kHz–192kHz, 16/24-bit

  • Dante® audio output supports PCM 2CH at 44.1/48/88.2/96kHz, 16/24-bit

  • Configurable Dante® audio latency of 1, 2, or 5ms via Dante® Controller

  • USB-C local power or PoE (IEEE 802.3af Class 0)

  • AES67 support for interoperability with third-party networked audio

  • Pure digital signal path with no analog conversion loss

  • Compact plastic enclosure with hook-and-loop mounting for plug-and-play installation

Downloads

DATA SHEET (PDF)
USER MANUAL (PDF)

Ideal Applications

Display & TV Audio Capture
Bring audio from displays, TVs, and HDMI-ARC sources directly onto a Dante® network. The VLDT-AR2DT pulls return-channel audio from a screen and routes it to DSPs, recorders, or zone amplifiers without a separate analog feed.

Recording Studios & Content Production
Capture two-channel program audio from HDMI-ARC devices for recording and monitoring. The lossless digital path keeps studio-grade fidelity intact from source to network.

Live Events & Performance Spaces
Add HDMI-ARC audio sources at concerts, art festivals, and staged productions. PoE power and a single Cat cable simplify placement wherever a display or media source sits.

Specifications

Technical
InputTwo-channel HDMI ARC audio
OutputDante® 2CH digital audio
Control MethodDante® Controller
Network BandwidthDante® Network 100M
Audio LatencyConfigurable Dante® device latency (supports 1, 2, or 5ms via Dante® Controller)
Audio FormatsARC IN [Digital audio input, PCM 2CH 32K–192KHz, 16/24-bit]
Dante® OUT [Digital audio output, PCM 2CH 44.1K–96KHz, 16/24-bit]
Audio
Frequency Response20Hz to 20kHz (±0dB)
Dynamic Range>130dB @ 0dBu, 1kHz A-weighted
Audio S/N Ratio>130dB @ 0dBu, 1kHz A-weighted
Audio THD+N<0.01% at +4dBu, 1kHz
Audio Output Delay<1ms
Transmission Distance328ft/100m (CAT6/6A/7)
ESD ProtectionIEC 61000-4-2: ±8kV (Air-gap discharge), ±4kV (Contact discharge)
Connections
ARC IN1x [HDMI Type A, 19-pin female]
Dante®1x [RJ45 connector, PoE]
Power1x [USB-C port, 12-pin female]
Reset1x Reset button [system reset]
Indicator1x ARC LED [green, ARC signal indicator]
Mechanical
HousingPlastic Enclosure
ColorBlack
Dimensions115mm (W) × 40mm (D) × 28mm (H)
Weight87g
Power SupplyUSB input: 5V/500mA
PoE input: IEEE 802.3af Class 0
Power Consumption0.85W (Max)
Operating Temperature32°F ~ 104°F / 0°C ~ 40°C
Storage Temperature-4°F ~ 140°F / -20°C ~ 60°C
Operating Humidity20% ~ 80% RH (non-condensing)
Storage Humidity10% ~ 90% RH (non-condensing)

What’s in the Box

  • 1 × VLDT-AR2DT 2CH Dante® HDMI ARC Input Adapter

  • 2 × Hook & Loop Fasteners

  • 1 × User Manual

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the VLDT-AR2DT do?
It converts two-channel HDMI ARC audio into Dante® network audio and sends it across a standard IP network. This lets audio from a display, TV, or other HDMI-ARC source be routed, recorded, or amplified anywhere on a Dante® system without a separate analog cable.

What is HDMI ARC, and why convert it to Dante®?
HDMI ARC (Audio Return Channel) is the path a display uses to send its audio back down the HDMI cable. The VLDT-AR2DT captures that audio and puts it directly onto Dante®, so screen and media-player sound can join networked audio infrastructure over a single Cat cable.

How is the VLDT-AR2DT powered?
Two ways: local USB-C power (5V/500mA) or Power over Ethernet (IEEE 802.3af Class 0). PoE lets a single network cable carry both power and Dante® audio, with maximum draw of just 0.85W.

Does it support AES67?
Yes. AES67 support allows the VLDT-AR2DT to interoperate with other manufacturers' networked audio systems, so it fits mixed-vendor environments alongside Dante® devices.

What sampling rates does it support?
HDMI ARC input accepts PCM at 32kHz to 192kHz; Dante® output runs at 44.1, 48, 88.2, or 96kHz, both at 16 or 24-bit. Dante® latency is configurable to 1, 2, or 5ms in Dante® Controller.

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