Picking your new HDMI Cable just became a whole lot more easier
by admin on Dec.03, 2009, under HDMI Cables, HDMI Connectivity
It is true to say that buying a HDMI Cable can leave some people scratching their heads. With so many versions and variances between cable types – it’s hard to know which cable type actually does what, and most importantly, what benefit it has for the consumer. Recent changes from HDMI Licensing means that particular trouble may be a thing of the past.
With terms floating around such as Version 1.2, 1.3, 1.3b, Category 1, Category 2, High Speed and Standard Speed it can become very confusing if all you want to do is to connect your Blu-ray player to your HDTV.
In an effort to make it easier for customers to identify the right products for their needs, HDMI Licensing on behalf of the HDMI Founders, have released an updated version of the HDMI Adopted Trademark and Logo Usage Guidelines.
Nice and simple. Finding the right HDMI Cable just became a lot more easier - look out for these logos when you purchase your HDMI Cables.
Most notably, the amendments place significant restrictions on the use of the version numbers and address how HDMI Cables should be marketed. These new requirements are designed to simplify the selection process putting more weight on the features of the cable rather than having to research what each version actually does.
According to the new guidelines, HDMI adopters will no longer be allowed to use HDMI specification version numbers in the labelling, packaging, or promotion of their HDMI-compliant products. These restrictions go into effect immediately for cable products. Noncable products, however, have until January 1, 2012, to fully comply.
The new guidelines designate all HDMI cable products into five types:
- Standard HDMI cable
- Standard HDMI cable with Ethernet
- Standard automotive HDMI cable
- High-speed HDMI cable
- High-speed HDMI cable with Ethernet
For more information about these new cable types – we recommend visiting www.hdcable.co.uk.