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product_id: 47664592
title: "ViewHD UHD 18G HDMI Audio Extractor/Splitter Support HDMI v2.0b | HDCP v2.2 | 4K@60Hz | HDR | ARC | 3.5MM Analog Audio Output | Toslink Optical Audio Output | HDMI Audio Output | Model: VHD-UHAE2"
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# 4K@60Hz UHD HDR video pass-through Dolby Digital Plus & 7.1CH audio extraction 18Gbps HDMI 2.0b with HDCP 2.2 compliance ViewHD UHD 18G HDMI Audio Extractor/Splitter Support HDMI v2.0b | HDCP v2.2 | 4K@60Hz | HDR | ARC | 3.5MM Analog Audio Output | Toslink Optical Audio Output | HDMI Audio Output | Model: VHD-UHAE2

**Brand:** viewhd
**Price:** £82.83
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎬 Elevate your home theater game—4K HDR video meets flawless multi-channel audio!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** ViewHD UHD 18G HDMI Audio Extractor/Splitter Support HDMI v2.0b | HDCP v2.2 | 4K@60Hz | HDR | ARC | 3.5MM Analog Audio Output | Toslink Optical Audio Output | HDMI Audio Output | Model: VHD-UHAE2 by viewhd
- **How much does it cost?** £82.83 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/47664592-viewhd-uhd-18g-hdmi-audio-extractor-splitter-support-hdmi-v2)

## Best For

- viewhd enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted viewhd brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Compact Powerhouse:** Small form factor with a tiny power adapter that won’t block your outlets—sleek and efficient.
- • **Plug & Play Simplicity:** Effortless setup with EDID management and compatibility with Roku, Chromecast, Fire TV, and more.
- • **Legacy Receiver Friendly:** Dedicated HDMI audio output supports older HDMI v1.3/1.4 receivers—no costly upgrades needed.
- • **Seamless 4K HDR Experience:** Enjoy pristine 4K@60Hz UHD video with Dolby Vision HDR without upgrading your AV receiver.
- • **Versatile Audio Extraction:** Extract Dolby Digital, DTS, Dolby Atmos, and DTS:X audio via HDMI, optical, or 3.5mm outputs.

## Overview

The ViewHD UHD 18G HDMI Audio Extractor/Splitter (Model VHD-UHAE2) is a cutting-edge HDMI 2.0b device delivering 4K@60Hz HDR video with Dolby Vision and HDCP 2.2 support. It uniquely features a dedicated HDMI audio output for legacy AV receivers, enabling users to enjoy advanced audio formats like Dolby Digital Plus and DTS:X without upgrading their equipment. With multiple audio outputs including Toslink optical and 3.5mm analog, plus robust EDID management, it ensures seamless compatibility with popular streaming devices and AV setups. Compact and reliable, it’s the ultimate solution for professionals seeking premium audiovisual performance and future-proof flexibility.

## Description

Please use certified 18Gbps HDMI cables not exceeding the maximum length of 15ft to guarantee product performance. VHD-UHAE2 is THE LATEST HDMI 2.0b HDCP 2.2 State of the Art HDMI Audio Extractor on the Market. It supports the latest HDMI 4K@60Hz HDCP 2.2 sources such as PS3/4 Pro / 4K AppleTV 4K Chromecast Ultra, Fire TV 4K, Roku Ultra, Xbox One, Sony Panasonic Samsung and LG 4K Blu-ray players, etc. There is no another HDMI audio extractor better than this one on Planet Earth with the latest software update [fixed all known issues]. The VHD-UHAE2 HDMI 18Gbps 4K HDR Dolby Vision audio extractor is the industry's first to provide a dedicated HDMI output for audio only to accommodate existing legacy HDMI AV receiver that is not HDMI v2.0 / HDCP 2.2 ready, so users don't need to buy a new HDMI v2 0 AVR receiver to support HDMI v2.0 sources for new 4K HDR displays. Support HDMI Audio Formats LPCM 2/5.1/7.1CH Dolby Digital DTS 5.1, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD DTS-HD Master Audio, Dolby Atmos, DTS X. If you have an existing HDMI AV receiver that can support these formats then use this unit no need to upgrade to an HDMI v2.0 receiver. HD audio signal goes to the legacy AV receiver and video signal goes to the HDMI v2.0 TV directly. ARC audio is not available for analog stereo output, ARC audio is available from the HDMI and optical port at the same time. ARC audio typically uses DD5.1CH/AC3 format. It has one HDMI input to be connected to the HDMI source unit such as AppleTV 4K [Please check model VHD-U4X1AS if your application needs more HDMI inputs ]. It has two HDMI outputs: Out1 goes to the video display, Out1 signal has both video and audio identical to HDMI input signal; Out2 goes to HDMI AV receiver. It has one optical audio output which supports audio format up to Dolby Digital Plus, goes to DD 5.1 soundbar. It has one 3.5mm analog L/R output for headphone application. it supports incoming HDMI stereo audio D2A to stereo analog conversion for HiFi headphone application.Package Contents: 1] UHD-UHAE2 HDMI Audio Extractor [Size 130mm W x 75mm D x 19mm H] 2] Universal AC [100V-240V] to DC 5V1A Power Adapter US plug3] User Manual ViewHD One Year Warranty

Review: Solves Chromecast Ultra Dolby Digital Plus audio woes - I gotta say, I'm impressed! I bought this giving it a less than a 10% chance of actually doing what it said it would do. Boy was I surprised when it worked flawlessly out of the box. My equipment: Chromecast Ultra (CU) LG B6 65" OLED Denon AVR-X4000 Receiver The problem: For many sources (like Netflix, Google Play Movies, HBO Go, etc), the Chromecast Ultra defaults to a Dolby Digital Plus (DD+) audio stream. Like many TVs, the LG OLED can't pass DD+ over HDMI ARC. The TV tells the Chromecast that it can't handle DD+ and the Chromecast degrades the audio all the way down to Stereo (not even just regular 5.1 DD, but 2 channel stereo)! The receiver will pass 4k, so I could have plugged the CU into the Denon, but the Denon won't pass HDR video (HDR10, Dolby Vision), so I would get better audio, but degraded video, sigh.... The solution: This box (VHD-UHAE2). I did a lot of searching here and other sites for HDMI audio extractors, HDMI splitters with EDID management, etc. This appears to be the only box on the market with a reasonable price tag that will accomplish what I needed. I plugged the CU into the HDMI input, ran a cable from HDMI Out 1 on the box to the TV and a cable from HDMI Out 2 to the Denon. Bam, I have HDR video from the CU and DD+ to my receiver. All I did was set the EDID selector on the box to 7.1 and I was done. Testing was done streaming Wonder Woman in UHD via Vudu. Bonus - the wall wart to power this thing is actually really small. Think the form factor of a factory iPhone 6s charger, so it doesn't end up blocking multiple outlets when you plug it in.
Review: 4k 60hz 4:4:4 with 5.1 to audio receiver - I was having an issue with sending a signal from my computer to my TV through an audio receiver. The issue was that while the audio receiver would send a 4k 60hz signal through to the tv, it couldn't do this at chroma 4:4:4. Another issue was that when sending the signal through my defaulted native resolution showed up as being 1080p instead of the actual native res of 3840x2160. this caused issues in applications that were trying to scale. i could of course just plug it directly into the TV to solve this issue, but then i wouldn't be able to output the 5.1 sound from my receiver. This kind of problems is a hardware so not something that can really be fixed by any type of fiddling with settings or picking up some software fix to solve it. Searching over numerous ideas i ran across this audio extractor with an hdmi out. Honestly i wasn't expecting it to work, but it did have the neccessary output that i was looking for so i went for it. This thing works almost perfectly (see edit) sending the signal through it i am able to get the native res from my TV, add custom resolutions without issue, receive an accurate 4:4:4 signal, and all while outputting 5.1 channel sound to my stereo receiver. Set up was as simple as plugging everything in, selecting output 2 for the hdmi 720p black only Sound output and then turning on ARC. (Edit : arc was unnecessary) I'm really surprised by how well this works and if your looking for something for a similar purpose than i can't imagine it wouldn't work for you. I've only had this product set up for a few days so i can't speak to the longevity of it, but as long as it keeps working it is doing exactly what i need it to. EDIT: dropped to 3 stars due to a couple of issues. Sometimes on restarting my system the screen turns pink, unplugging/replugging fixes issue but it's a nuisance. Also when audio has valid hdmi signal but video doesn't there is audio popping/bad signal sent threw audio hdmi. These issues don't stop the product from working, but are annoying. I haven't been able to find another product that does what this does (mainly the hdmi audio out), so I'll be putting up with the annoyances for now. Honestly though, if these problems were fixed this would be a great product and if you don't mind dealing with them it does do what it's suppose to.

## Features

- Buy this item (for HDMI v1.3, v1.4 and v2.0 receiver) or the VHD-U4X1AS model to enjoy the latest HDMI 2.0 video without the needs to upgrade to HDMI v2.0 receivers, because it has a dedicated HDMI output to support HDMI receivers!
- With latest (March 2021) firmware update, no more known issues. This model can accommodate all HDMI audio receivers for user to enjoy the latest 4K HDR Dolby Vision video. HDMI 2.0b (18Gbps) HDCP 2.2, with custom audio EDID management.
- Best Compatibility: Support Roku Ultra, Chromecast Ultra, Blu-ray Players, Nvidia Shield / PRO and Plex / KODI, FireTV 4K, Cable and Satellite Boxes.
- Use "Out2" EDID setting for dedicated HDMI out2 audio to HDMI receiver, support all advanced HDMI audio formats your HDMI receiver can handled. This out2 HDMI audio port is to be connected to the regular HDMI input of the audio receiver, not the ARC port; it does NOT support ARC protocol, not compatible with Sonos HDMI ARC input port.
- Use "5.1CH" setting for Dolby Digital / DTS 5.1CH audio from the Optical Audio Output. Use "7.1CH / DD+" setting for Dolby Digital Plus audio extraction, DD+ audio signal is available from the HDMI Out2. HDMI out1 port has the same video and audio signal identical to the HDMI input.
- Video resolutions up to 4K2K@50/60Hz (YUV444), Support ARC and CEC (HDMI out1 port only), HDMI out2 port does not support CEC. Please use certified 18Gbps HDMI cables under 15ft for guaranteed performance. ARC audio is available from the Toslink and HDMI out2 ports at the same time.
- Both Toslink and HDMI out2 port supports ARC audio, usually ARC audio format is Dolby Digital 5.1, ARC audio does not support DD+. ARC audio is NOT available from the 3.5mm headphone output. Use "2CH" setting for headphone application.
- Does not support VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) and ALLM(Auto Low Latency Mode), which are parts of HDMI 2.1. This model is HDMI 2.0b. 10bits HDR (High Dynamic Range) pass-through, support Dolby Vision, HDCP pass-through If you are interested in this model please also check the VHD-U4X1AS model, it adds a 4x1 switch on the front for improved flexibility
- Free lifetime technical support from U9LTD. One year replacement warranty.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0755TB82Q |
| Audio Output Mode | Stereo, Surround Sound, ARC Audio |
| Best Sellers Rank | #375,761 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #173 in Audio Component Preamplifiers |
| Brand | ViewHD |
| Built-In Media | AC 100V-240V to DC 5V1A Power Adapter, User Manual |
| Cable Type | HDMI |
| Color | VHD-UHAE2 |
| Compatible Devices | Headphone, Television |
| Connector Type | HDMI |
| Connector Type Used on Cable | HDMI |
| Customer Reviews | 3.6 out of 5 stars 111 Reviews |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00608819811451 |
| Manufacturer | ViewHD |
| Mfr Part Number | VHD-UHAE2 |
| Model Number | VHD-UHAE2 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Number of Ports | 3 |
| UPC | 608819811451 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Warranty Description | One year replacement warranty |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** ViewHD
- **Cable Type:** HDMI
- **Color:** VHD-UHAE2
- **Compatible Devices:** Headphone, Television
- **Connector Type:** HDMI

## Images

![ViewHD UHD 18G HDMI Audio Extractor/Splitter Support HDMI v2.0b | HDCP v2.2 | 4K@60Hz | HDR | ARC | 3.5MM Analog Audio Output | Toslink Optical Audio Output | HDMI Audio Output | Model: VHD-UHAE2 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61E7BZhY7gL.jpg)
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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Solves Chromecast Ultra Dolby Digital Plus audio woes
*by J***S on September 24, 2017*

I gotta say, I'm impressed! I bought this giving it a less than a 10% chance of actually doing what it said it would do. Boy was I surprised when it worked flawlessly out of the box. My equipment: Chromecast Ultra (CU) LG B6 65" OLED Denon AVR-X4000 Receiver The problem: For many sources (like Netflix, Google Play Movies, HBO Go, etc), the Chromecast Ultra defaults to a Dolby Digital Plus (DD+) audio stream. Like many TVs, the LG OLED can't pass DD+ over HDMI ARC. The TV tells the Chromecast that it can't handle DD+ and the Chromecast degrades the audio all the way down to Stereo (not even just regular 5.1 DD, but 2 channel stereo)! The receiver will pass 4k, so I could have plugged the CU into the Denon, but the Denon won't pass HDR video (HDR10, Dolby Vision), so I would get better audio, but degraded video, sigh.... The solution: This box (VHD-UHAE2). I did a lot of searching here and other sites for HDMI audio extractors, HDMI splitters with EDID management, etc. This appears to be the only box on the market with a reasonable price tag that will accomplish what I needed. I plugged the CU into the HDMI input, ran a cable from HDMI Out 1 on the box to the TV and a cable from HDMI Out 2 to the Denon. Bam, I have HDR video from the CU and DD+ to my receiver. All I did was set the EDID selector on the box to 7.1 and I was done. Testing was done streaming Wonder Woman in UHD via Vudu. Bonus - the wall wart to power this thing is actually really small. Think the form factor of a factory iPhone 6s charger, so it doesn't end up blocking multiple outlets when you plug it in.

### ⭐⭐⭐ 4k 60hz 4:4:4 with 5.1 to audio receiver
*by L***N on November 26, 2017*

I was having an issue with sending a signal from my computer to my TV through an audio receiver. The issue was that while the audio receiver would send a 4k 60hz signal through to the tv, it couldn't do this at chroma 4:4:4. Another issue was that when sending the signal through my defaulted native resolution showed up as being 1080p instead of the actual native res of 3840x2160. this caused issues in applications that were trying to scale. i could of course just plug it directly into the TV to solve this issue, but then i wouldn't be able to output the 5.1 sound from my receiver. This kind of problems is a hardware so not something that can really be fixed by any type of fiddling with settings or picking up some software fix to solve it. Searching over numerous ideas i ran across this audio extractor with an hdmi out. Honestly i wasn't expecting it to work, but it did have the neccessary output that i was looking for so i went for it. This thing works almost perfectly (see edit) sending the signal through it i am able to get the native res from my TV, add custom resolutions without issue, receive an accurate 4:4:4 signal, and all while outputting 5.1 channel sound to my stereo receiver. Set up was as simple as plugging everything in, selecting output 2 for the hdmi 720p black only Sound output and then turning on ARC. (Edit : arc was unnecessary) I'm really surprised by how well this works and if your looking for something for a similar purpose than i can't imagine it wouldn't work for you. I've only had this product set up for a few days so i can't speak to the longevity of it, but as long as it keeps working it is doing exactly what i need it to. EDIT: dropped to 3 stars due to a couple of issues. Sometimes on restarting my system the screen turns pink, unplugging/replugging fixes issue but it's a nuisance. Also when audio has valid hdmi signal but video doesn't there is audio popping/bad signal sent threw audio hdmi. These issues don't stop the product from working, but are annoying. I haven't been able to find another product that does what this does (mainly the hdmi audio out), so I'll be putting up with the annoyances for now. Honestly though, if these problems were fixed this would be a great product and if you don't mind dealing with them it does do what it's suppose to.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Why upgrade your amp, when you can use this device?
*by E***N on March 6, 2019*

I recently upgraded my home entertainment center to support 4K HDR / HDCP 2.2 content. My previous setup only supported 4K, but no HDR, nor HDCP 2.2 (AMP did not supported it). So I upgraded my TV to OLED for awesome HDR, and had to upgrade AVR to support HDCP 2.2 (and later found out needed to support HDR as well even through it is passthrough). This worked great for about a month, but the new AVR decided that it did not want to output video anymore, so I had to go back to my old AVR during the long process of getting the new AVR warranty repaired. So I was back to square one of no HDR content (rec709 versus rec2020), or HDCP 2.2 content (Netflix from NVIDIA Shield) while repair was was being completed. Sure I could have used Netflix on the TV for 4K HDCP 2.2 content (then you have to add ARC and CEC back into the mix which does not work well for a multi input type environment). My NVIDIA Shield when playing 4K content that was rec2020 though an AVR that only supported rec709 the NVIDIA Shield would not convert the video colorspace to rec709, it pretty much only dropped bits and the output looked horrible. Long story... So I started searching for some other solution while AVR was out for warranty repair that gave me everything without a large expense. So I tried this HDMI Audio Extractor as an experiment. I did not have high hopes. Simple, HDMI in, ARC HDMI out to TV, Audio HDMI to old AVR, minor changes to my Logitech hub configuration to change the input on the TV. So now I am back to watching 4K HDR content, and copy protected HDCP 2.2 content. So easy. One extra bonus I was not expecting, my new AVR only supported 4K HDR content at 30Hz (before it decided not to work, still waiting on warranty repair), with this Audio Extractor in place, I get 4K HDR at 60Hz. So I may end up keeping this configuration, even though I paid way too much to support 4K HDR / HDCP 2.2 on new AVR, and just kept the old AVR around. The old AVR works fine now with this Audio Extractor in place. Update: Was 5 stars, but now it is 4. Over the last few weeks that I have been using this solution, I have had to reboot the device a few times. Seems it gets into a state where cannot recover. Before rebooting, I did unplug all devices and replug them back in, along with rebooting devices. Then I found the just rebooting the ViewHD made it come back.

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