Blustream DA11ARC Hdmi Arc to Dante Audio Converter

Product Description

The BLUSTREAM DA11ARC is an audio signal converter designed to extract two-channel PCM audio from an HDMI ARC source and deliver it as a Dante digital audio network stream. It bridges legacy HDMI ARC outputs — such as those found on displays and AV receivers — with modern IP-based Dante audio distribution infrastructure. AV integrators and systems technicians install this unit when a Dante-networked audio system needs to receive a PCM audio feed from a device that outputs only over HDMI ARC. The converter handles the protocol translation required to move that signal onto a standard Ethernet-based Dante network without additional processing hardware.

The DA11ARC is suited for commercial AV installations where Dante audio networking is already deployed and an HDMI ARC source — such as a flat panel display or AV receiver — must feed into that network. Typical applications include conference rooms, digital signage systems, and fixed-installation AV environments where signal routing is managed over IP. It handles two-channel PCM audio, making it appropriate for stereo program audio, speech reinforcement, and similar applications that do not require multichannel formats.

Key Features

• Extracts 2-channel PCM audio from HDMI ARC sources for Dante network distribution
• Outputs audio as a Dante digital audio stream over standard Ethernet infrastructure
• Eliminates the need for analog intermediate connections between HDMI ARC devices and Dante systems
• Compact AV signal processing accessory suited for rack or surface installation in commercial environments
• Sold as a single unit per package

Compatibility

Designed for use with HDMI ARC-equipped source devices and Dante-enabled audio network infrastructure in commercial AV signal processing applications.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified AV systems technician familiar with Dante audio networking and HDMI ARC configuration. Power down connected source devices before making or changing signal connections. Dante network configuration is managed through Audinate Dante Controller software and requires proper network switch setup, including QoS settings appropriate for AV-over-IP environments. Consult the manufacturer datasheet for pinout, power requirements, and network configuration details before deployment.