{"product_id":"extron-dac-102-digital-to-analog-audio-converter","title":"Extron DAC 102 Digital to Analog Audio Converter","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe Extron DAC 102 is a compact digital to analog audio converter that extracts embedded stereo audio from HDMI or DisplayPort sources and converts it to balanced\/unbalanced analog stereo output. It accepts digital audio via HDMI or DisplayPort input (pass-through for video) and provides line-level analog stereo on captive screw terminals, with simultaneous 3.5 mm stereo mini output for convenience. This converter is ideal for integrating modern digital AV sources—such as laptops, media players, streaming devices, or switchers—into legacy analog audio systems, amplifiers, mixers, or DSPs in conference rooms, classrooms, boardrooms, training facilities, and control environments where analog audio distribution is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe DAC 102 supports HDMI 2.0 and DisplayPort 1.2 signals with resolutions up to 4K\/60 Hz @ 4:4:4 (video pass-through only), embedded multi-channel audio extraction (downmixed to stereo), EDID management for reliable handshaking, and HDCP compliance for protected content. Its small form factor allows easy mounting behind displays or in racks, while captive screw terminals ensure secure, vibration-resistant connections in permanent installations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eFeatures Chart\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003ctable dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eBenefit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eHDMI\/DisplayPort Input to Analog Stereo Output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eExtracts and converts embedded digital audio to balanced\/unbalanced analog\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eVideo Pass-Through up to 4K\/60 @ 4:4:4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eMaintains full digital video signal integrity to the display\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eBalanced\/Unbalanced Analog Output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eFlexible connection to professional or consumer audio equipment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eEDID Management\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eEnsures proper source-display compatibility and resolution detection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eHDCP Compliant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eSupports protected digital content transmission\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eCaptive Screw and 3.5 mm Outputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eProvides secure terminal block and convenient mini jack options\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd 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balanced\/unbalanced output for legacy audio systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it pass video through?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, it supports video pass-through up to 4K\/60 Hz @ 4:4:4 to the connected display while extracting audio.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat audio outputs are available?\u003c\/strong\u003e It provides both balanced stereo on captive screw terminals and unbalanced stereo on a 3.5 mm mini jack.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs external power required?\u003c\/strong\u003e No, the DAC 102 is fully passive and requires no power supply.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it support HDCP?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, it is HDCP compliant for handling protected digital content.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCan it be used in rack installations?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, its compact size and mounting options make it suitable for rack, under-table, or 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