What you should know about HDMI cables
You're seeing the wonder that is high definition television, in a hundred different monitors your local outlet. It can be very exciting, but confusing. So, you choose your baby, buy and take home. After a storm of unwrapping, and connecting the cables, has ... an image that not even close to what you saw in the store. Annoyed, he decides to read the manual (something most people never would ever do), see a reference to a type of High Definition connection called HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface), and realize that is exactly what you need to go out and get. So back to your local supplier go, only to be confronted with DVD players that luxury, HD-DVD, Blu-Ray, Video game consoles games and dozens of other products that use this new interface itself. Just when you thought you understood your new HDTV, you're frustrated by the numerous options available.
Older analog video connections does not offer nearly the style standard HDMI connection, which allows a single cable connection to pass two signals audio and video, which is the new age of high definition connection standard. If your TV supports Full HD, make sure you have an HDMI cable to take advantage of this. In instead of a multitude of cables and a maze of wires slipped behind the television and entertainment system, HDMI allows the best of both worlds by combining audio and video on a single digital cable.
To help you learn what to buy and why, let's briefly discuss HDTV resolutions and their meanings.
HDTV Resolutions:
- 480i (480 interlaced lines of resolution) Also known as what I've seen on TV for years Normal
- 480p (480 progressive lines of resolution) Known as SDTV, progressively scanning images from a DVD player creates a soft and pleasant image on your SDTV / HDTV
- 720p (720 progressive lines of resolution) This is your first step into high definition television. Bearing in 720 lines of resolution, almost twice that of 480p, offers a much smoother images on a HDTV
- 1080i (1080 interlaced lines of Resolution) Currently the highest resolution provided by satellite and cable operators, which offers exceptional image quality on a TV capable of displaying 1080i
- 1080p (1080 progressive lines of resolution) Also known as Full HD 1080p is now "IT" in the market place in terms of better quality image.
Now that you understand the progression of HDTV resolutions, let's find out what all those numbers really mean that new HDTV you've just bought.
When selecting the cables to connect HDMI-equipped devices, these are some items to consider.
As will be spending good on cable, make sure you get one that is future-proof - even though its TV shows are not broadcast in 1080p, the latest DVD and game consoles are, so get a cable that is 1080p certified. To ensure that transmits video and audio without any loss, make sure the HDMI 1.3 cable. Many more cables 10 feet begin to lose quality, so make sure the cable is certified for 1080p. Finally, pay attention to how the cable is tested, because most versions do not have any locking device, and can move freely.
That's all. Now is the time to buy an HDMI cable, so you can enjoy this video and crisp audio vibrant fell in love at the store!
About the Author
Vic Metten, a home theater installer, knows what most people don't realize - that the connectors and cables make make or break the picture clarity. He highly suggests conferring with the employees at Best Deal Cables for their unique HDMI cable which has been 1040p certified. (It also includes an innovative clasp that will keep the cable well-secured.) Since they don't blow a bunch of money on their advertising.
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