HDMI Basics

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Created by Peter as on 1.05.2024

What is an HDMI Cable?

HDMI is the global standard today for high resolution video with rich stereo audio, HDMI stands for High-Definition Multimedia Interface, a standard for transmitting digital Video and auto signals from a source to a display.

Common HDMI sources : Computers, Cable box Satellite receivers, Gaming Consoles ,Streaming sticks

Common HDMI displays: LED TVs, Computer Monitors Projectors, Digital Signs.

Types of HDMI cables in the market ?

Currently there are three types of HDMI cables in the market mainly Standard (Commonly used for TVs Monitors, Gaming consoles , Desktop Computers) Mini HDMI (DSLR cameras, Camcorders, Laptop) Micro HDMI Cables Notebook, Computers, Smartphone, tablets.

Obviously the cables you like to choose must be compatible to the device.

How to choose from the best HDMI cable for your device?

HDMI 2.1V technology is currently the best for a better video resolution and refresh rate up to 8K@ 60HZ, 4K@120HZ as well as resolution up to 10K. HDMI cables currently on the market accommodate video resolutions of 1081i/720p, 1080p, 4K or 8K.

What if your laptop or other source device does not have any HDMI Connector?

In orders to solve this problem, one must possess convertor like HDMI to VGA, HDMI to AV, HDMI to Type C, USB to HDMI convertor Or an Adaptor will enable you to show your content on HDMI display , connecting to your Device’s DisplayPort, DVI, VGA, USB-C Port.

I am going to buy my first cable, What should I pay attention to?

  1. Make sure to check the correct Input and output ports of your component

2. Make sure your output is selected for HDMI Port to which you connected the source

3. Make sure the distance of the HDMI cable doesn’t exceed the limit without using the booster otherwise you end up buying a wrong cable.

4. Make sure your source has its own display (Such as on laptop) make sure the output is visible on the that Device.

How should I choose the best supplier for wholesale & own OEM/ODM?

Opinions vary over the type of suppliers as there are plenty in the market , however if you don’t want you device to be running on bad variants in the market then choose the ones which has current status and hot sell in the market, You may opt for one of our suppliers who is currently making cables for Unitek, Ugreen JSJ , Silvetek , Linetek , Cablemate etc. renowned brands in the Cable industry

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