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J Tech Digital 4K 60HZ HDMI Audio Extractor Converter SPDIF 3 5MM Output Supports HDMI 2 0 18Gpbs Bandwidth HDCP 2 2 Dolby Digital DTS Passthrough CEC HDR10 JTD18G H5CH
Last Updated: May 19, 2021 (Refresh Now)
7.7
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
1000
Old Reviews
808
Unverified
13
Spam Test
PASS
4K
RESOLUTION
Yes
HDMI
0.14 meters
SIZE
Yes
3.5 MM JACK
Review Analysis - 179 recent, verified reviews
Detailed Mode
Connectivity
50output, optical, receiver, rca, extractor
+74%
-26%
" ... For home theater ... "
" ... Obviously the Bose system is Pre-HDMI, and I needed an analog pair of outputs. ... I have an HDMI splitter/switch to go between my BluRay and the ROKU. ... I added the audio splitter between the ROKU and the switch and DONE! ... "
" ... I use this product to take the HDMI audio and concert it PCM stereo for my hybrid system, stereo for the old 2-channel components and digital surround with a new receiver. ... "
" ... This gadget sits between the video source via HDMI and the projector. ... It takes the sound from the HDMI and outputs it to audio out so I can attach powered speakers and deliver big sound. ... I would recommend this item to anyone who needs it for their home theater setup. ... "
" ... A very nice way to greatly extend the length of a HDMI. ... "
" ... This works so well for my solution with a projector. ... "
" ... It came with the power cord, I just used an HDMI cable and a 3.5mm to 2-Male RCA Adapter cable. ... "
" ... I've been searching for a good HDMI Audio extractor for some time now as I've been working to add Roku device support to Classroom and Lecture Hall environments. ... Even hooked in between a Roku Ultra and a 75' amplified HDMI cable connected to an Epson Projector, this out-of-the box worked flawlessly when 3 other brands I tried all failed in some way. ... "
Connectivity / Ports
38output, optical, receiver, rca, extractor
+74%
-26%
" ... I have an HDMI splitter/switch to go between my BluRay and the ROKU. ... I added the audio splitter between the ROKU and the switch and DONE! ... "
" ... Now I need multiple HDMI input switch. ... "
" ... Plug and play and it works! ... "
" ... J-tech HDMI audio extractor was easy to set up. ... "
" ... Took the audio and extracted it to either HDMI or SPDIF (optical) output. ... "
" ... All the cabling involved (2X HDMI, power, and fiber) can be unwieldy, but the video and audio quality (in my case via the optical out) are both excellent. ... "
" ... It splits the audio and video signals from an HDMI cable and outputs them via hdmi (for video) and 2 rca jacks ( left and right, for audio), allowing the audio to be output to a surround sound system. ... "
" ... It came with the power cord, I just used an HDMI cable and a 3.5mm to 2-Male RCA Adapter cable. ... "
Sound
35output, surround sound, projector, hdmi, stereo
+80%
-20%
" ... For home theater ... "
" ... Audio out is very good. ... "
" ... Small box with superb audio quality. ... Occupies very little space inside my audio cabinet. ... "
" ... Great for FireStick or any other steaming stick to get sound from the device to external speakers. ... My projector does not have internal speakers so this was perfect for an outdoor movie night. ... "
" ... Works perfect for my speakers and have had no issues so far! ... "
" ... At this point im just happy to have sound. ... "
" ... I use this product to take the HDMI audio and concert it PCM stereo for my hybrid system, stereo for the old 2-channel components and digital surround with a new receiver. ... "
" ... Solved my Sonos sound bar issue with my sharp tv ... "
Sound / Sound Quality
33output, surround sound, projector, stereo, hdmi
+82%
-18%
" ... Audio out is very good. ... "
" ... I have a music listening station where I want to send CDs and digital music files through a high-quality Digital-to-Analog-Converter instead of using a CD player's onboard DAC. ... I currently am using the highly-regarded Audioengine D1 DAC, and it sounds fantastic. ... The same quality sound between a $30 adapter and a dedicated DAC that costs 5 times as much? ... "
" ... I wanted sound to come out of my Onkyo receiver. ... "
" ... Great for FireStick or any other steaming stick to get sound from the device to external speakers. ... My projector does not have internal speakers so this was perfect for an outdoor movie night. ... "
" ... At this point im just happy to have sound. ... "
" ... very light, picture is very clear, audio is smooth from my projector ... "
" ... Solved my Sonos sound bar issue with my sharp tv ... "
" ... Works perfect for my speakers and have had no issues so far! ... "
Connectivity / Device Compatibility
25projector, soundbar, receiver, optical, hdmi
+72%
-28%
" ... I had been using an Apple Airport Express to send audio from one region of our house to another. ... "
" ... Obviously the Bose system is Pre-HDMI, and I needed an analog pair of outputs. ... "
" ... I was able to connect my Amazon Fire TV to an older a/v receiver and a projector. ... "
" ... Anyway was able to set up audio using my PC External DAC and amp/speaker set up using a Toslink cable out of the audio extractor into the external DAC for sound and the HDMI Pass through to the monitor which had no audio capabilities at all for a video feed. ... "
" ... I bought this to hook up a Roku streaming stick to a Sonos beam and Eason projector. ... "
" ... Lets me use my soundbar with Chromecast. ... "
" ... We use a Firestick feeding a receiver feeding the tv. ... "
" ... For home theater ... "
Marketplace
18www amazon com, sent it back, returned, return, picture
+56%
-44%
" ... Delivered on time and worked as advertised. ... "
" ... Excellent product and delivery was prompt. ... "
" ... Does everything as advertised. ... "
" ... Works as described! ... "
" ... Product arrived quickly and works as advertised. ... "
" ... Thank God a product like this makes that possible ! ... "
" ... Tested it once it arrived and it does exactly as advertised. ... "
" ... https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00BIQER0E/ ... https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B075HGYYB8/ ... "
Resolution
17hdmi, picture, j tech, audio extractor, tv
+76%
-24%
" ... Wanted this to use with 4k firestick. ... "
" ... Also, I have not perceived any change in HD video or surround sound audio quality in my living room. ... "
" ... It does work well on Netflix with my firestick TV 4k so I am using it. ... "
" ... Excellent picture quality, good for connecting FireTV 4K and Chromecast to my old receiver. ... "
" ... I run the graphics for my talks off my own notebook computer which has an HDMI video/audio output. ... "
" ... I have 4 65" HD Screens hooked to this. ... "
" ... This feels well built and performed well for my HD projector. ... Not in need of 4k resolution, but I did want audio improvement and it delivered. ... "
" ... I wanted to listen to music from my Apple TV 4K, but turn off the television with the audio going through my Yamaha amplifier. ... Then, out of the J-Tech Audio Extractor, run the HDMI to the Samsung 4K television and the optical audio to the Yamaha amplifier. ... Make sure Apple TV is set to 4K for best picture. ... "
Usage
15simple, installation, easy to use, easy to setup, easy to set
+100%
" ... This worked exactly as I hoped for my setup. ... "
" ... We took it camping and hooked everything up and watched movies on the side of an RV with the sound playing through the Block Rocker. ... It was easy to setup. ... "
" ... The unit is well made, will handle standard stereo as well as 5.1 surround audio and is easy to setup. ... "
" ... No complaints, easy to use. ... "
" ... Was very easy to set up and use. ... "
" ... Unit installation was different from what ... I thought but setup was simple, works great ... "
" ... This worked perfect and we now can watch our sports game and listen to it too! ... "
" ... For home theater ... "
Picture
14quality, audio, sound, 4k, turned
+64%
-36%
" ... Makes a huge difference at events where you need a projector to have more sound and still keep the same quality image. ... "
" ... Excellent picture quality, good for connecting FireTV 4K and Chromecast to my old receiver. ... "
" ... Every venue has different input options for video and audio and since my computer outputs both picture and sound through the HDMI port, I need a way to separate the audio. ... "
" ... very light, picture is very clear, audio is smooth from my projector ... "
" ... Make sure Apple TV is set to 4K for best picture. ... "
Body
12little, feels, projector, problem, print
+92%
-8%
" ... And my wife can set the volume on the receiver wherever it is comfortable for her. ... "
" ... This product comes in its nice own little box that we put it back in and the projector box has enough room to store it in with the projector. ... "
" ... I spent 5 mins on the phone with J-Tech, they gave me the right part number, and I had in my hand the next morning via Amazon ... "
" ... Occupies very little space inside my audio cabinet. ... "
" ... This little item - about the size of a deck of cards - works like a charm. ... "
" ... Buy this, solid product, & it’s not some piece of junk made in China! ... "
" ... The cables are sturdy and secure when plugged in. ... "
" ... Time will tell if it has the durability I need, but the build quality appears to be very high and even after a 2 hour movie it stayed cool and quiet. ... "
Usage / Setup
9simple, installation, easy to setup, worked, unit
+89%
-11%
" ... Unit installation was different from what ... I thought but setup was simple, works great ... "
" ... Plug and play, that simple! ... "
" ... It was easy to setup. ... "
" ... This worked exactly as I hoped for my setup. ... "
" ... The splitter says that it outputs 5.1 Channels, but my Onkyo receiver delivers audio to my 7.1 speaker setup. ... "
" ... The unit is well made, will handle standard stereo as well as 5.1 surround audio and is easy to setup. ... "
Usage / Ease
9easy to setup, easy to set, easy, works perfectly, unit
+100%
" ... It was easy to setup. ... "
" ... No complaints, easy to use. ... "
" ... Was very easy to set up and use. ... "
" ... The unit is well made, will handle standard stereo as well as 5.1 surround audio and is easy to setup. ... "
" ... Full disclosure: I have actually gotten away from doing Amazon product reviews because it's too easy to rig the system and Amazon itself can be obtusely arbitrary in what reviews it allows (and what it won't). ... "
Marketplace / Marketplace
9picture, https www amazon, com gp product, amazon com gp, amazon
+78%
-22%
" ... Excellent product and delivery was prompt. ... "
" ... Does everything as advertised. ... "
" ... Works as described! ... "
" ... Thank God a product like this makes that possible ! ... "
" ... Tested it once it arrived and it does exactly as advertised. ... "
" ... https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00BIQER0E/ ... https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B075HGYYB8/ ... "
Reliability
8months, failed, working, stopped working, return
+38%
-63%
" ... Wanted this to work, but constantly glitches making it unbearable to use. ... "
" ... None of it worked. ... "
" ... Bought 2 in a row both failed at the 30 day return mark. ... I had bought another figuring maybe i just got a dud the first time but nope the 2nd failed at almost the same time. ... Don't buy this product PERIOD ... "
" ... The product had five stars on amazon, but was not functioning correctly when I got it despite all the positive reviews. ... "
" ... Got a replacement and it had the same issues. ... "
Marketplace / Returns
7returned, return, amazon, 30 day, returning
-100%
" ... I'm returning this one. ... "
" ... Since the 30 day return window was up before I had a chance to try it out, I tossed and chalked it up to experience (not buy any product with their label). ... "
" ... Bought 2 in a row both failed at the 30 day return mark. ... "
" ... I sent it back. ... "
" ... I had just gotten it in the mail and I sent it back the next day. ... "
" ... I returned it and got another from Amazon. ... "
" ... I have returned the product disappointed. ... "
Video
6audio, youtube, tv, surround sound, split
+83%
-17%
" ... Also, I have not perceived any change in HD video or surround sound audio quality in my living room. ... "
" ... Work perfectly from audio to video.thanks ... "
" ... now video was correct for both . ... "
" ... I love this unit, and I recommend it to anyone wishing to enhance their video experience. ... The sound and video quality are great! ... "
" ... after hooking this up when watching movies I have to turn off "Digital Plus" before each movie and place it on "Stereo" or I cant hear anything. ... I found this suggested from a youtube video where the user had the same projector with the same issue. ... "
Software
5format, audio output, streaming, split, soundbar
+100%
" ... Actually for anyone wanting the functionality of a Chromecast Audio (which Google discountined earlier this year) this is a nice alternative setup. ... "
" ... Lets me use my soundbar with Chromecast. ... "
" ... Most of these setups have an independent audio system and with more and more streaming media players lacking a discrete audio output (as well as the increasing demand that streaming services be available for instruction and presentation) finding a device like that simply "works" has been a challenge. ... "
Cable
5splitter, receiver, toslink, rca, output
+80%
-20%
" ... The splitter works as described and is easy to use. ... "
" ... It came with the power cord, I just used an HDMI cable and a 3.5mm to 2-Male RCA Adapter cable. ... "
" ... I found a splitter! ... This is splitter: ... The cables are sturdy and secure when plugged in. ... "
" ... I recently exchanged my cable box for a newer, more dependable unit. ... "
Body / Build Quality
5feels, made, high, cables, built
+100%
" ... Buy this, solid product, & it’s not some piece of junk made in China! ... "
" ... The cables are sturdy and secure when plugged in. ... "
" ... Time will tell if it has the durability I need, but the build quality appears to be very high and even after a 2 hour movie it stayed cool and quiet. ... "
Price
4value, price, product, excellent, every
+100%
" ... Worth every cent! ... "
" ... A great value! ... "
" ... Excellent product and value ... "
Marketplace / Product As Described
4works as described, fine, exactly as advertised, advertised
+100%
" ... Does everything as advertised. ... "
" ... Works as described! ... "
" ... Tested it once it arrived and it does exactly as advertised. ... "
Marketplace / Delivery
4received, quickly, prompt, delivered on time, arrived
+100%
" ... Delivered on time and worked as advertised. ... "
" ... Excellent product and delivery was prompt. ... "
" ... Product arrived quickly and works as advertised. ... "
Sound / Volume
3audio, video, tv speakers, tv, theater
+67%
-33%
" ... Also, I have not perceived any change in HD video or surround sound audio quality in my living room. ... "
" ... For home theater ... "
Software / Codecs
3audio output, streaming, split, interface, dts
+67%
-33%
" ... Most of these setups have an independent audio system and with more and more streaming media players lacking a discrete audio output (as well as the increasing demand that streaming services be available for instruction and presentation) finding a device like that simply "works" has been a challenge. ... "
Display
3video, sound, resolution, flat, blank
+33%
-67%
" ... However, periodically, the video screen will go blank with no sound. ... "
" ... It doesn't matter the resolution, which monitor I'm using, or what the switch is set to. ... "
Body / Storage
3projector, deck, cards, box, audio
+100%
" ... This product comes in its nice own little box that we put it back in and the projector box has enough room to store it in with the projector. ... "
" ... Occupies very little space inside my audio cabinet. ... "
" ... This little item - about the size of a deck of cards - works like a charm. ... "
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Specifications
Body
Size: 0.14 meters
Connectivity
HDMI: Yes
3.5 mm Jack: Yes
Display
Resolution: 4K