Audio Extender Transmitter Only

Ideal Use Cases

The AVPro Edge AC-AEX-T is a transmitter-only solution for moving uncompressed audio away from its source over twisted-pair cabling. It is designed for professional integration projects where an audio source and the distributed system are separated by a long cable route. A typical application is bringing Smart TV audio into a distributed audio system, including sound from apps such as Netflix, Spotify, and Disney+. It also serves systems that need to accommodate either an optical digital source or an analog stereo left/right source without changing the transmitter model. UTP runs are specified to 100 meters (328 feet), while STP runs are specified to 130 meters (426 feet).

Why Choose This Model

Choose this model when both connection flexibility and signal integrity are priorities. Its inputs comprise one optical port and one analog stereo L/R input. On the optical input, listed formats include LPCM 2-channel and Dolby Digital/DTS Digital ES; the supplied feature information also identifies stereo and multichannel digital audio up to 5.1 channels through Dolby Digital or DTS. Supported input sampling rates span 32 kHz to 96 kHz. The extender system is engineered to deliver uncompressed audio up to 100 meters, helping retain audio fidelity across the run. A compact, durable chassis and a stated 10-year warranty make the transmitter appropriate for long-term installed use.

Installation and Integration

The extension connection is RJ45, used with the product’s proprietary UTP/STP interconnect system. That system supports Power over Cable, allowing audio transmission and power delivery over one compatible interconnect cable. Cable selection directly affects the published reach: unshielded twisted pair supports up to 100 meters, and shielded twisted pair supports up to 130 meters. Because the interconnect is identified as proprietary, it should be planned as part of the matching audio-extender system rather than treated as a general Ethernet connection.

For local power planning, the source information identifies USB or power-adapter operation, and the hardware power connection is listed as a locking barrel plug. The 12 V power supply is sold separately. Its listed electrical specification is 100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz, 0.8 A input and 12 V DC, 2 A output. The transmitter itself measures 22.3 × 58 × 82 mm (0.88 × 2.28 × 3.23 inches), stated as height/depth/width, and weighs 0.19 lb (0.09 kg).

Performance Highlights

The AC-AEX-T combines long-distance transport with clearly defined digital-audio support. Optical S/PDIF and analog L/R compatibility cover common source types, while the 32–96 kHz sampling range supports a variety of incoming digital signals. Maximum total power consumption is 3 watts. Listed impedance is 47 kΩ at the input and 600 Ω at the output. ESD protection is specified at +4 kV/-4 kV for both contact and air discharge. For logistics, packaged dimensions are 86 × 133 × 155 mm (3.4 × 5.3 × 6.1 inches), and packaged weight is 0.89 lb (0.4 kg).

What Makes It Different

What distinguishes this transmitter is the combination of two source-input types, uncompressed audio extension, and a proprietary POC-capable twisted-pair link in a small chassis. The optical path handles LPCM stereo as well as the listed Dolby and DTS formats, while the analog input supports conventional stereo L/R. The specified distance can be matched to the cabling planned for the project, with additional reach available when STP is used. Its Power over Cable capability can consolidate signal and power delivery on the interconnect, and the locking barrel connection provides a defined option when a separate 12 V power supply is used.

Final Assessment

The AC-AEX-T is a focused choice for integrators who need the transmitter side of an AVPro Edge audio-extension setup. It is especially well aligned with Smart TV and distributed-audio applications, long cable routes, and projects that may encounter either optical digital or analog stereo sources. Before installation, confirm the incoming audio format, select UTP or STP according to the required distance, and account for the proprietary POC interconnect and the separately sold 12 V supply if local adapter power will be used. This listing is for the transmitter only.