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What is the main difference between HDMI cable types, and are they backward compatible?
This article was created from a community discussion by luil. HDMI 2.1 - Certified Ultra High Speed HDMI Cable Ultra High Speed HDMI 2.1 Certification ensures that cables like our HDMM21V2M will deliver full 8K performance & beyond. This line of cables are also encased in die-cast aluminium shielding to improve signal…
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What is an active HDMI cable? When should I consider using one?
This article was created from a community discussion by BrianAtStarTech An active cable contains circuitry that boosts the original signal strength from your video source. It allows the signal to go further than a passive HDMI cable (the most common type). HDMI signals can start behaving inconsistently beyond 5 meters.…
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When should I use a longer video cable vs. a video extender?
You should only use video converters and extenders if it is absolutely necessary to do so. In many cases, most video converters and extenders are not necessary if you purchase the correct cable. The following lists the maximum length of cable for common video standards: Video standard - Maximum length DisplayPort - 50 ft.…
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Why are some Thunderbolt 3 cables 20Gbps and some 40Gbps?
Although the Thunderbolt™ 3 standard is capable of data transfer speeds up to 40Gbps, not all TB3 cables can support this bandwidth. For example, some cables over a certain length are only capable of data transfer speeds up to 20Gbps. To confirm the capability of your Thunderbolt 3 cable, refer to the information provided…