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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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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

Key Specs
Form Factor
Desktop
Converter Type
D/A Converter
Number of Channels
2
Maximum Sampling Rate
96 kHz / 24-Bit
Number of Microphone Inputs
No
Analog Audio I/O
1x Stereo RCA Line Output
Digital Audio I/O
RCA Coaxial S/PDIF Input
TOSLINK Optical S/PDIF Input
General
Form Factor
Desktop
Converter Type
D/A Converter
Number of Channels
2
Conversion Formats
S/PDIF (Coaxial), S/PDIF (Optical)
Display
No
Maximum Sampling Rate
96 kHz / 24-Bit
Number of Microphone Inputs
No
Connectivity
Analog Audio I/O
1x Stereo RCA Unbalanced Line Output
Phantom Power
No
Digital Audio I/O
1x RCA Coaxial S/PDIF Input
1x TOSLINK Optical S/PDIF Input
Host Connection / USB
No
Host Connection Protocol
No
USB (Non-Host)
No
Sync I/O
No
Network I/O
No
MIDI I/O
No
Expansion Slots
No
Wireless
No
Performance
SNR
> 90 dB (20 Hz to 20 kHz)
THD
< 0.001% (1 kHz)
Digital Audio
Sample Rates
32 to 96 kHz
Sample Rate Conversion
No
Bit Depths
24-Bit
Digital Audio Decoding
Dolby Digital / AC3, DTS Digital Surround
Sync Sources
S/PDIF
Compatibility
Mobile Device Compatibility
No
Power
Power Requirements
AC/DC Power Adapter (Included)
AC Input Power
110 to 240 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz
AC/DC Power Adapter
5 VDC at 0.5 A
Power Consumption
2.05 W
Physical
Operating Conditions
32 to 72°F / 0 to 40°C up to 95% Humidity
Storage Conditions
-4 to 185°F / -20 to 85°C
Certifications
CE, FCC, RoHS
Dimensions
2.4 x 2.25 x 1" / 61 x 57.15 x 25.4 mm
Weight
1.0 lb / 0.5 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.48 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 . . .

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Assuming the input is some form of Dolby ...

Assuming the input is some form of Dolby surround, will the stereo output still have encoding necessary for my Denon AVR-1200 ProLogic receiver to generate ProLogic surround sound?
Asked by: Scott
This unit decodes and reduces surround sound formats to analog stereo.
Answered by: Steven M
Date published: 2020-07-21

the stereo output still have encoding necessary ...

the stereo output still have encoding necessary for my Denon AVR-1200 ProLogic receiver to generate ProLogic surround sound?
Asked by: Scott
This product will down convert surround formats to analog stereo.
Answered by: Steven M
Date published: 2020-07-21
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