Does the "VERSION" of HDMI cables really matter or is it more of a marketing gimmick?
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Each 'step up' like deep colour or 1080i to 1080p requires additional bitrate, so conceptually it is best to get a cable that is rated for the highest bitrate.
In reality it probably only matters for a long run.
That said, HDMI problems are really no fun and you might be best off getting the best rated cable in your price range...
In reality it probably only matters for a long run.
That said, HDMI problems are really no fun and you might be best off getting the best rated cable in your price range...
interesting, ive been having an issue with true-hd -- maybe my cable was the problem.
doesn't help that every topic on HDMI cables are people reapeatedly saying that all cables work the same.... and that the more expensive cables are a waste of money...
well then...
interesting, ive been having an issue with true-hd -- maybe my cable was the problem.
doesn't help that every topic on HDMI cables are people reapeatedly saying that all cables work the same.... and that the more expensive cables are a waste of money...
well then...
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Not quite. The "version" of the cable relates to which conformance tests were run on the cable, as opposed to the features supported in the HDMI chipset in the source or target device. With V1.3, higher bitrates were needed so the test suite(s) were changed (Category 2) to reflect the need for higher bitrates. A cable made when V1.0 was released may work perfectly well with full bitrate V1.3. Any HDMI cable 10ft or less (maybe even somewhat longer) should work fine. As has been mentioned many many time in threads here that problems usually result when long lengths are used. Most HDMI cables are passive, just strands of metal wires with connectors on each end.
Many questions and threads wouldn't be needed here if people would read the sticky threads that are at the top of the forum, especially this one: http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?t=794088
larry
Not quite. The "version" of the cable relates to which conformance tests were run on the cable, as opposed to the features supported in the HDMI chipset in the source or target device. With V1.3, higher bitrates were needed so the test suite(s) were changed (Category 2) to reflect the need for higher bitrates. A cable made when V1.0 was released may work perfectly well with full bitrate V1.3. Any HDMI cable 10ft or less (maybe even somewhat longer) should work fine. As has been mentioned many many time in threads here that problems usually result when long lengths are used. Most HDMI cables are passive, just strands of metal wires with connectors on each end.
Many questions and threads wouldn't be needed here if people would read the sticky threads that are at the top of the forum, especially this one: http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?t=794088
larry
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For short runs, all cables of the same spec do work the same. That doesn't mean of course that you might have a damaged cable.
For short runs, all cables of the same spec do work the same. That doesn't mean of course that you might have a damaged cable.
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I think some of you guys misinterpreting the hdmi cable advice given in this forum.
That is my take on the whole thing.
- Your older cables may work. Try them them out and replace if necessary.
- If you are buying new cables buy the latest spec but don't go overboard on cost.
That is my take on the whole thing.
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