Instead of running cables throughout the home to create a Dolby Atmos sound system, audiophiles may soon only need to plug into the nearest wall outlet. Technology company Fasetto has announced that its Audio Cu system, which allows TVs to connect to audio devices via the home’s existing electrical wiring, has received Dolby Atmos Product Certification from Dolby Labs.
Audio Cu is designed to eliminate the need for hiding unsightly cables while also circumventing issues with Bluetooth or Wi-Fi like compression or latency. The system is scalable, with the Fasetto website explaining that for a 5.1 home theater setup, a total of seven outlets would be required, which would be for one transmitter for the TV (this replaces the need for an AV receiver), and six receivers, one for each speaker. For a smaller setup with only three speakers and one subwoofer, five outlets would be needed.
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The company claims that the Audio Cu system is unaffected by any interference from other home electronic devices, and maintains a latency of under 20 milliseconds. Each transmitter can handle up to 10 channels, with up to six transmitters possible within a single household. Audio Cu is also launching with an app that can program audio presets and EQ levels. Fasetto has yet to announce a release date for Audio Cu, though it is expected to launch before next year.
