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Kramer Electronics Ltd. 

 

FC-46H2 

– Introduction 

 

Recycling Kramer Products 

The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive 2002/96/EC aims to reduce 
the amount of WEEE sent for disposal to landfill or incineration by requiring it to be collected 
and recycled. To comply with the WEEE Directive, Kramer Electronics has made 
arrangements with the European Advanced Recycling Network (EARN) and will cover any 
costs of treatment, recycling and recovery of waste Kramer Electronics branded equipment on 
arrival at the EARN facility. For details of Kramer’s recycling arrangements in your particular 
country go to our recycling pages at 

www.kramerav.com/support/recycling

. 

Overview 

Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer 

FC-46H2

 

4K HDMI Audio De-Embedder

.  

The 

FC-46H2

 is a professional HDMI

™ audio de-embedder for HDMI signals up to 4K@60Hz 

(4:4:4) resolution. The unit de-embeds the audio signal from the HDMI input or from the HDMI 
output ARC (Audio Return Channel) and simultaneously outputs it to the S/PDIF and 5-pin 
balanced audio outputs. 

The 

FC-46H2 

provides exceptional quality, advanced and user-friendly operation, and flexible 

control. 

Exceptional Quality 

  Professional HDMI Audio De-embedder 

– De-embeds the audio from HDMI signals with 

resolution up to 4K@60Hz (4:4:4) and data rate up to 18Gbps (6Gbps per graphic 
channel), supporting HDR and HDCP 2.2/1.4. 

  Kramer re-

Klocking™ and Equalization Technology – Rebuilds the digital signal to travel 

longer distances. 

Advanced and User-friendly Operation 

  Smart EDID Management 

– Select one of the EDID management modes using the 

DIP-switches: pass-through, lock or force 2 channel LPCM. 

  Convenient Control and Maintenance 

– Audio Source front panel button enables local 

switching to either the HDMI input audio or the HDMI output ARC. Audio source, audio 
output, and power LED indicators enable easy local maintenance and troubleshooting. 
Local firmware upgrade via the mini USB port ensures lasting, field-proven deployment. 

  Easy Installation 

– Compact DigTOOLS® fan-less enclosure for surface mounting or 

side-by-side mounting of 3 units in a 1U rack space with the recommended rack adapter. 

Flexible Connectivity 

  Flexible De-embedding 

– De-embed the audio from the HDMI input or from the HDMI 

output ARC (Audio Return Channel). 

  Varied Output Options 

– De-embedded audio is simultaneously output to S/PDIF and 

5-pin balanced audio outputs. 

Summary of Contents for FC-46H2

Page 1: ...P N 2900 300873 Rev 1 www KramerAV com USER MANUAL MODEL FC 46H2 4K HDMI Audio De Embedder...

Page 2: ...46H2 4K HDMI Audio De Embedder 4 Mounting FC 46H2 5 Connecting the FC 46H2 6 Connecting the Output to a Balanced Unbalanced Stereo Audio Acceptor 7 Setting the DIP Switches 7 Operating and Controlling...

Page 3: ...Kramer high performance high resolution cables to avoid interference deterioration in signal quality due to poor matching and elevated noise levels often associated with low quality cables Do not sec...

Page 4: ...ty advanced and user friendly operation and flexible control Exceptional Quality Professional HDMI Audio De embedder De embeds the audio from HDMI signals with resolution up to 4K 60Hz 4 4 4 and data...

Page 5: ...multimedia Projection systems in conference rooms boardrooms auditoriums hotels and churches production studios rental and staging Applications where an audio receiver is used for the HDMI soundtrack...

Page 6: ...IP switches are set to off up by default AUDIO SOURCE Selector Button Press to route the audio source from HDMI IN or from HDMI OUT ARC to the audio outputs IN LED Lights green when HDMI IN is selecte...

Page 7: ...s compatible for the device Avoid uneven mechanical loading Appropriate consideration of equipment nameplate ratings should be used for avoiding overloading of the circuits Reliable earthing of rack m...

Page 8: ...MI IN connector 2 Connect the HDMI OUT connector to an HDMI acceptor for example a display 3 Connect the AUDIO OUT The ANALOG 5 pin terminal block connector to an analog audio acceptor for example a p...

Page 9: ...el By default all DIP switches are set to OFF up Figure 5 DIP Switches Feature DIP switch Settings 1 EDID Mode On down EDID locked Off up EDID pass through mode When EDID is locked the audio parameter...

Page 10: ...e HDMI input OUT Both audio outputs take audio from the ARC HDMI output The selected IN OUT source LED lights green The AUDIO OUT LEDs indicate the type of de embedded signal present on the outputs Fo...

Page 11: ...40 C 32 to 104 F Storage Temperature 40 to 70 C 40 to 158 F Humidity 10 to 90 RHL non condensing Regulatory Compliance Safety CE Environmental RoHs WEEE Enclosure Size Tool Type Aluminum Cooling Conve...

Page 12: ...024 x 768p at 85Hz VESA STD 800 x 600p at 85Hz VESA STD 640 x 480p at 85Hz VESA STD 1152 x 864p at 70Hz VESA STD 1280 x 960p at 60Hz VESA STD EIA CEA 861 Information Revision number 3 IT underscan Sup...

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Page 14: ...e insured during shipment with the insurance and shipping charges prepaid by you If this product is returned uninsured you assume all risks of loss or damage during shipment Kramer Electronics will no...

Page 15: ...nd a list of Kramer distributors visit our Web site where updates to this user manual may be found We welcome your questions comments and feedback The terms HDMI HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interf...

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