Feature

●[AUDIO EXTRACTION] Simply put, the HAX05 acts as a “translator” that converts HDMI ARC audio signals into digital or analog formats for ultimate flexibility. This not only makes it ideal for near-universal use, but also allows you to maintain the highest quality sound possible. Please note that it does NOT extract HDMI video.
●[PASS-THROUGH CAPABILITIES] The HAX05’s unique pass-through feature allows you to simultaneously stream audio through both an existing HDMI ARC soundbar and Bluetooth headphones (when connected to a Bluetooth transmitter), all via your TV’s single HDMI ARC port. Household members will be able to listen through the soundbar while you use headphones, or vice versa.
●[TWO SIMULTANEOUS AUDIO OUTPUTS] There are few products on the market that can extract from HDMI ARC to RCA (analog audio). Not only does the HAX05 support this function, it can also simultaneously output to both optical (digital audio) and RCA.
●[CEC SUPPORT] When used with TVs and sound systems that also have CEC (Consumers Electronic Control) support, the HAX05 allows you to reduce the number of remote controls needed to operate your home theater.
●[WIDE COMPATIBILITY] The HAX05 works with any TV with an HDMI ARC audio output port, and its capable of outputting to HDMI ARC soundbars / AV receivers, digital optical, analog stereo (3.5mm AUX), and RCA audio devices. Please note that the HAX05 only supports HDMI ARC and NOT HDMI, so it will not work directly with HDMI PS4 / PS5 / Blu-ray and will NOT output to HDMI soundbars / AV receivers.


Description

Avantree Hax05 closeup shot.Avantree Hax05 closeup shot.

Use the HAX05 when…

2 guys trying to get to the back of a mounted on wall TV.2 guys trying to get to the back of a mounted on wall TV.

Your TV is mounted on the wall

Mounted TVs often make it difficult to reach OPT & RCA outlets on the back of the TV. The HAX05 helps to solve this by connecting to your TV’s HDMI ARC port, translating the audio, and extending the OPT & RCA outlets so you can easily access them without taking the TV off the wall.

A HDMI ARC TV soundbar. A HDMI ARC TV soundbar.

You want to use your soundbar with another device

Normally, when an HDMI ARC soundbar is connected to the TV, the TV’s OPT and / or RCA outputs are disabled. The HAX05’s pass-through mode allows you to simultaneously output audio to both your HDMI ARC soundbar and your OPT- / RCA-enabled audio device.

Mounted TV Setup

Avantree Hax05 plugged into the mounted TV and power source.Avantree Hax05 plugged into the mounted TV and power source.

Plug

Plug the HAX05 into a power outlet and connect to your mounted TV’s HDMI ARC port with an HDMI cable.

The audio device is connected to Avantree Hax05 via optical output. The audio device is connected to Avantree Hax05 via optical output.

Attach

Attach your audio device to the HAX05 via either the OPT or RCA outlets on the HAX05.

With help from Avantree Hax05, the bluetooth transmitter is able to be paired with headphones. With help from Avantree Hax05, the bluetooth transmitter is able to be paired with headphones.

Pair

If your audio device is a Bluetooth transmitter, follow the transmitter’s instructions to pair it with your Bluetooth headphones.

TV audio signal output through Avantree Hax05 to the audio devices. TV audio signal output through Avantree Hax05 to the audio devices.

Play

Enjoy listening to your TV through your OPT / RCA audio device.

HDMI ARC Soundbar Pass-Through Setup

Avantree hax05 connected to the sound bar and bluetooth transmitter at the sametime.Avantree hax05 connected to the sound bar and bluetooth transmitter at the sametime.

Connect

After your OPT / RCA audio device is successfully hooked up to the HAX05, connect your HDMI ARC soundbar to the HAX05 with another HDMI cable.

The switch on the back of the hax05 is switched to "ARC Soundbar ON".The switch on the back of the hax05 is switched to "ARC Soundbar ON".

Switch

Make sure the HAX05’s switch on the back is switched to “ARC SOUNDBAR ON.”

The green light on the front of the hax05 and next to the HDMI outlet is on.The green light on the front of the hax05 and next to the HDMI outlet is on.

Check

Check the green light on the HAX05’s front. It will light up when pass-through is set up successfully.

The TV audio is playing through the sound bar and the other audio device at the same time. The TV audio is playing through the sound bar and the other audio device at the same time.

Enjoy

Enjoy simultaneous audio through both your soundbar and your OPT / RCA audio device.

What is CEC support?

CEC stands for “Consumer Electronics Control.” It allows multiple AV devices connected via HDMI to communicate with one another, enabling you to control each of them with a single remote control.

When you use the HAX05 with a TV and soundbar that also support CEC, you’ll need only your TV’s or only your soundbar’s remote in order to adjust your audio settings. Please note that this only applies when bypassing audio to the sound system via HDMI, as OPT / RCA / AUX inputs do not support CEC.

Avantree Hax05 and remote control. Avantree Hax05 and remote control.
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Before you buy, please note that...

  • The HAX05 only supports HDMI ARC audio and NOT HDMI video / audio, so it will not work directly with HDMI-enabled PS4 / PS5 / Blu-ray, and it will NOT output to HDMI-only soundbars / AV receivers (HDMI ARC soundbars & AV receivers will work).
  • CEC is only supported when bypassing audio to your sound system via HDMI, as OPT / RCA / AUX inputs do not support CEC.

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