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MuxLab 500088 Digital to Analog Audio Converter and Downmixer (Dolby Digital and DTS)

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MuxLab 500088 Digital to Analog Audio Converter and Downmixer (Dolby Digital and DTS)
Key Features
  • Converts Digital Input to Analog Output
  • Downmixes Dolby Digital and DTS
  • Coaxial (S/PDIF) and TOSLINK Inputs
  • Stereo RCA Analog Outputs
The 500088 from MuxLab is an audio converter and downmixer offering simple setup and operation for converting a stereo or multichannel digital input to a stereo analog output in home theaters, demo rooms, and more. It converts an optical TOSLINK or digital coaxial input to stereo RCA analog outputs. It has digital coaxial and optical TOSLINK inputs and supports up to 24-bit / 96 kHz resolution.
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Format
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Dolby Digital and DTS
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MuxLab 500088 Overview

The 500088 from MuxLab is an audio converter and downmixer offering simple setup and operation for converting a stereo or multichannel digital input to a stereo analog output in home theaters, demo rooms, and more. It converts an optical TOSLINK or digital coaxial input to stereo RCA analog outputs. It has digital coaxial and optical TOSLINK inputs and supports up to 24-bit / 96 kHz resolution.

It works with uncompressed 2-channel PCM (pulse code modulation) S/PDIF signals and compressed Dolby Digital and DTS surround formats. Configuration is easy; simply make the necessary connections (one optical TOSLINK cable included), power on the unit via the supplied 5 VDC power supply, then set the input switch to the desired input source.

  • Converts uncompressed stereo digital PCM signal (S/PDIF) to stereo RCA analog outputs
  • Converts compressed surround Dolby Digital or DTS input to stereo RCA analog outputs
  • Digital coaxial (S/PDIF) and optical (TOSLINK) inputs
  • Stereo RCA analog outputs
  • Up to 24-bit / 96 kHz resolution
  • Selectable input source via switch
  • Lock and power status indicators
  • Includes power supply and TOSLINK optical cable
UPC: 627699000885

MuxLab 500088 Specs

Form FactorDesktop
Converter TypeD/A Converter
Number of Channels2
Conversion FormatsS/PDIF (Coaxial), S/PDIF (Optical)
DisplayNone
Maximum Sampling Rate96 kHz / 24-Bit
Number of Microphone PreampsNone
Expansion SlotsNone
Connectivity
Analog Audio I/O1 x Stereo RCA Coaxial Unbalanced Line Output
Phantom PowerNone
Digital Audio I/O1 x RCA Coaxial S/PDIF Input
1 x TOSLINK Optical S/PDIF Input
Host Connection ProtocolNone
USB (Non-Host)None
Sync I/ONone
Network I/ONone
MIDI I/ONone
Wireless ConnectivityNone
Performance
SNR> 90 dB (20 Hz to 20 kHz)
THD< 0.001% (1 kHz)
Digital Audio
Sample Rates32 / 44.1 / 48 / 96 kHz
Sample Rate ConversionNone
Bit Depths24-Bit
Digital Audio DecodingDTS Digital Surround, Dolby Digital / AC3
Sync SourcesS/PDIF
Compatibility
OS CompatibilityNone
Included SoftwareNone
Mobile Device CompatibilityNone
Power
Power RequirementsAC/DC Power Adapter (Included)
AC Input Power110 to 240 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz
AC/DC Power Adapter5 VDC at 0.5 A
Power Consumption2.05 W
Physical
Operating Humidity95% (Non-Condensing)
Operating Temperature32 to 72°F / 0 to 40°C
Storage Temperature-4 to 185°F / -20 to 85°C
CertificationsCE, FCC, RoHS
*as per Manufacturer
Dimensions2.4 x 2.25 x 1" / 61 x 57.15 x 25.4 mm
Weight1.0 lb / 0.5 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight0.48 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)5.65 x 4.55 x 2.2"

MuxLab 500088 Reviews

does what it says

By Brian
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-06-14

Thankfully nothing much to say, you plug in what you need and it just works. I needed a DAC to take output from an AV system and monitor the audio through active speakers, and didn't need a high-end converter. For casual use cases this works just fine, and the price is right.

Works like a charm . . .

By Petros
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-03-02

Wanted to add headphones to a receiver. Ended up having to get an HDMI switch with an optical out and this converter from Dolby 5.1 to stereo. Worked like a charm . . .

Worked very well

By William
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-01-10

Used it to take TV optical audio output to be able to put it through my surround sound system. Worked very well; excellent quality.

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