4K 60Hz HDMI Audio Extractor Converter SPDIF + 3.5MM Output Supports HDMI 2.0, HDCP 2.2, 1080P@120Hz, 1080P@144Hz, Dolby Digital/DTS Passthrough CEC, HDR10 by J-Tech Digital [JTD18G-H5CH]

This review receives 5 Stars because I was able to utilize the RCA stereo output to supply my Sennheiser audio headset with a usable signal and that is why I bought the "box". I received the J-Tech Digital Premium Quality HDMI 2.1CH/5.1CH Audio Extractor, Model JTDAT5CH/JTD-ID:80 in a soft side mailing envelope along with two HDMI cables I ordered to connect the "box" with. Connecting was simple with the Roku Ultra HDMI output, connecting the Roku out to the "box" in, "box" out to my Onkyo AV receiver, Streaming Box HDMI #3 connection in. The "box" RCA connections were made from the "box" to the AV Analog In #4 RCA in connections. I plugged in the "box" power supply into an electrical outlet, then plugged in the power supply connection into the "box" power supply. The red light on the "box" turned on. I then selected ROKU on the AV receiver, which already was set up to "turn on" the system (TV, AV Rec, Roku) to view audio/video from the Roku through the AV receiver and on to the TV. I confirmed that audio was normal through the AV receiver out to the speakers as usual. The video came on at the TV as usual. I turned on the Sennheiser headset, put it on and did not hear any audio. I selected on the AV receiver the Satellite reception and sound came through the AV receiver system and also into my headset - normal. I reselected Roku and within a couple of seconds, audio and video from the Roku came on through the AV receiver but not through the headset. I tell you all this just to remind you to make sure you understand how a AV receiver works. I should have thought about this prior to connecting the "box". My Onkyo has Zone 2 and that is what outputs audio to my headset. I had failed to understand and set up Zone 2 for my Roku. I went into the Setup of the Onkyo, went into Input/Output menu and selected Analog output to the proper output to match the HDMI input - Streaming Box #3 HDMI with Analog #4 output. I then selected Zone 2 to Streaming Box and sound turned on in my headset. So, the box worked. Then, I checked the position of the switch, Bypass, 2CH Stereo, 5.1CH and it was selected to 5.1CH. I thought that can't be, RCA outputting 5.1?? I selected 2CH stereo and both the audio and video turned off. After a couple of seconds, both the audio and video came back on. Video looked good but audio seemed the same as before but what could I tell - I was listening to 2 channel stereo - I think. I selected Bypass on the switch and the audio/video turned off and after a couple of seconds came back on. Video seemed the same, audio also. No matter where I put the switch it seemed that nothing changed on audio or video. I left the switch in Bypass, headset playing audio and the AV receiver providing sound and the TV playing video. Well, okay I get what I want - audio through the headset and Roku seems to be good. And, I learned some more about my Onkyo AV receiver. The "box" and cables were delivered within the two days provided by Prime, in a large padded envelope, in a new package and I used the two new 18" HDMI cables to plug in the "box". I recommend buying the "box" because it gives me headset audio and still allows audio to be passed on to the AV receiver as though nothing changed. One thing I have not done is to check the audio programming when streaming a movie from either Netflix or Amazon through the "box" to check the AV receiver decoding Dolby. If that works I will not be updating this review. If it doesn't work - I will update the review to provide those comments. Good Luck - the box seems to be "plug -n-play".

I have a unique setup for this device; i received a free monitor and wanted to use it with the xbox series S i just bought. Monitor has HDMI but no speakers and no speaker port. This device allows me to plug in HDMI cables from the xbox and the monitor and extract the audio. It had an AUX port so i can plug in a headset or a 3.5mm speaker setup. Easy to use and worth the money. Very small and simple design.

The signal, quality is great, make sure nothing is loose, because you may hear a static sound. I recommend, this audio, extractor, because the audio quality is excellent. The volume is very clear, including the audio levels. The cord length is just right. I'm satisfied with, my purchase, and f you're looking to game on 1080p high definition, this audio extractor will work perfectly for that.

Here is my usage scenario:-Original setup of equipment: Roku via HDMI to 2009 model Panasonic plasma TV. TV to Sony receiver capable of decoding up to 5.1 Dolby or DTS audio, via optical cable.-Roku reports best available audio is PCM stereo, and that's what comes out of the receiver.-New setup of equipment: Roku via HDMI to extractor. Switch on extractor set to 5.1. Extractor to TV via HDMI. Extractor to receiver via optical cable.-Roku reports all surround options now available: Dolby Digital/Digital Plus, and DTS. I can select Auto/Dolby/DTS for streaming format, and can further select Auto/Dolby Digital/Dolby Digital Plus/DTS for surround format.-Trying all combinations in the two menus (excluding DD+ because it is known only formats up to 5.1 are supported via optical), the receiver does not see anything better than two channel PCM. The decoding light on the receiver does not illuminate, implying that the Roku is falling back to a "best available" scenario and delivering straight stereo.-Apps tried: Netflix, Disney Plus, Paramount Plus-Second setup of equipment: Fire TV Stick Lite via HDMI to 2009 model Panasonic plasma TV. TV to Sony receiver capable of decoding up to 5.1 Dolby or DTS audio, via optical cable.(I'm trying the Fire TV because another review said it worked)-Fire TV reports best available audio is PCM stereo, and that's what comes out of the receiver.-New setup of equipment: Fire TV via HDMI to extractor. Switch on extractor set to 5.1. Extractor to TV via HDMI. Extractor to receiver via optical cable.-Fire TV audio options now report Passthrough Dolby Digital Plus and Dolby Digital as options. I select Dolby Digital, because it is known that DD+ or formats with more than 5.1 channels of info will not work.-Only HBO Max illuminates the decoding light on my receiver, indicating 5.1 channel audio is indeed being passed through. Other apps tried (Netflix, Prime Video) result in PCM stereo being delivered.Here is the deal: If you're using this with a streaming device, it's down to the apps on that device as to whether you'll get 5.1 audio from this extractor. It's also likely that current generation streamers like the Roku and Fire TV I have do not have the ability to downmix multi-channel content greater than 5.1 channels into anything but stereo. I reckon that's one reason why they are so cheap. I don't know if HBO Max is "limited" and only delivers 5.1 audio and that's why it worked...or whether HBO Max senses the device it's delivering content to and adjusts the audio track accordingly. (I think it's the former) But it's clear to me the vast majority of streaming apps have moved on to Dolby Digital Plus or other formats that carry more than 5.1 channels, even if the content doesn't natively have that many channels. Because of that, this device, limited by its optical out jack, is not fit for (my) purpose.Your mileage may vary, but I seriously doubt it.This box can solve some connection issues that I have encountered. For instance, I have computer monitors that have HDMI in, but no audio out provision. Using this box, those monitors could be used as TVs for streaming devices, with sound bars or speakers hooked up to the L/R jacks or even the optical jack.The device is cheap, and it is well constructed, but it doesn't deliver fully on its promises...at least, not anymore. When it was introduced, it was probably very useful, but streaming app technology has left it behind. So on my main rig with the Sony receiver, I will continue using Pro Logic II, to get more out of those two channel audio signals I'm limited to.