AVProEdge 8K eARC Audio Processor with Dual HDMI

The SHARC-V2 is a THENAUDIO eARC two-zone audio processor that adds a low noise, quality DAC for high dynamic range via a 3.5 mm analog output natively converts up to 384 kHz sampling rates. The SHARC-V2 also functions as an advanced HDMI 2.1, 8K, 48 Gbps (FRL 6) CEC-controlled A/V switcher through its onboard version of a limited THENAUDIO GUIDE switch.
MSRP: $370.00
Manufacturer: AVPro Edge
SKU: SHARC-V2

Features

  • Retain Legacy Surround Components for Extended Use: Consumer Dolby Atmos debuted in 2014, while eARC, formally introduced in 2017, became widely available in compatible AVRs and processors in 2019. The SHARC-2 enables eARC to be split for extraction to two audio devices/systems simultaneously while remaining in the digital multi-channel domain. AVRs and processors absent an eARC input but compatible with lossless immersive audio formats may be retained as primary or secondary audio-centric components without requiring needless replacement.
  • Audio Format Support: All digital audio formats, including metadata-derived atmospheric immersive are supported, limited only by the passthrough capabilities of the Television.
  • Video Format Support: Formats up to HDMI 2.1, 48 Gbps, FRL 6 are supported.
  • TOSLINK Optical Out: Supports Dolby Digital Plus Atmos at up to 192 kHz output.
  • CEC Port Switching: The SHARC-V2 always remains connected to the TV’s eARC port, maintaining CEC communication with CEC-capable sources. THENAUDIO’s one-of-a-kind CEC architecture places SHARC-2 input selection into the TV onscreen menu for access through the TV remote. When a source remote is pressed, the source wakes and informs the SHARC-2 to select its input for pass-through to the TV for seamless operation.
  • Volume TRACKSYNC: Independent CEC control, especially for display volume, is maintained by the SHARC-2, along with CEC switching and command passthrough.
  • HEADPHONE/ANALOG OUTPUT: Optimized for headphones, with output level controllable by TV or source remote. For analog output, the source must originate as two-channel PCM.

Dimensions

Size 4.33" x 2.76" x 1.18"
Weight 0.88 lbs

 

Features

  • Retain Legacy Surround Components for Extended Use: Consumer Dolby Atmos debuted in 2014, while eARC, formally introduced in 2017, became widely available in compatible AVRs and processors in 2019. The SHARC-2 enables eARC to be split for extraction to two audio devices/systems simultaneously while remaining in the digital multi-channel domain. AVRs and processors absent an eARC input but compatible with lossless immersive audio formats may be retained as primary or secondary audio-centric components without requiring needless replacement.
  • Audio Format Support: All digital audio formats, including metadata-derived atmospheric immersive are supported, limited only by the passthrough capabilities of the Television.
  • Video Format Support: Formats up to HDMI 2.1, 48 Gbps, FRL 6 are supported.
  • TOSLINK Optical Out: Supports Dolby Digital Plus Atmos at up to 192 kHz output.
  • CEC Port Switching: The SHARC-V2 always remains connected to the TV’s eARC port, maintaining CEC communication with CEC-capable sources. THENAUDIO’s one-of-a-kind CEC architecture places SHARC-2 input selection into the TV onscreen menu for access through the TV remote. When a source remote is pressed, the source wakes and informs the SHARC-2 to select its input for pass-through to the TV for seamless operation.
  • Volume TRACKSYNC: Independent CEC control, especially for display volume, is maintained by the SHARC-2, along with CEC switching and command passthrough.
  • HEADPHONE/ANALOG OUTPUT: Optimized for headphones, with output level controllable by TV or source remote. For analog output, the source must originate as two-channel PCM.