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Post by erict on Jun 1, 2011 7:08:04 GMT -5
Has anyone tried the new X-Series High-speed HDMI Cable with Ethernet yet? If so, how do you like them?
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Post by DYohn on Jun 1, 2011 8:41:42 GMT -5
Has anyone tried the new X-Series High-speed HDMI Cable with Ethernet yet? If so, how do you like them? They are very well-made and I like the fact that they are flat cables instead of being round. |
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Post by Nemesis.ie on Jun 1, 2011 8:52:25 GMT -5
Are these any different to the original HDMI cable other than the length? The 1.4 w/ ethernet are available in lengths up to 2m and the original are now only showing in 4m+.
My guess is those of us with the original 2m cables might find they work for 1.4/Ethernet/ARC? The pricing for the shorter lengths seems the same as it was too.
I've had 0 problems with the Emotiva HDMI cables, they are very nice and good value IMO.
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Post by erict on Jun 17, 2011 7:18:39 GMT -5
Are these cables heavy? Just wonder if there is any issue at the connector end as far as them pulling down on the connector because of the weight.
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Post by Nemesis.ie on Jun 17, 2011 11:38:11 GMT -5
They are pretty light given the construction and the flat nature seems to stop them pulling too much as the weight is distributed over the entire width of the connector. I'e had no problems with them - I think they are actually Emotiva's best cable.
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Post by copperband on Jun 17, 2011 12:09:25 GMT -5
In terms of function, what is the difference between this new one with Ethernet VS the old one without Ethernet?
I suppose this new one can still be used to connect bluray player to receiver, receiver to TV...etc?
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Post by selkec on Jun 17, 2011 15:03:16 GMT -5
In terms of function, what is the difference between this new one with Ethernet VS the old one without Ethernet? I suppose this new one can still be used to connect bluray player to receiver, receiver to TV...etc? Exactly what I was going to ask. |
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Post by erict on Jun 17, 2011 19:13:23 GMT -5
I would have to say the new cable is 1.4 compatible. But they only list these features of 1.4 which is ARC and Ethernet. They don't mention 3D. So the old cable is high speed and the new one is high speed with Ethernet and ARC. www.hdmi.org/consumer/buying_guide.aspx |
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Post by barryrobin on Jun 17, 2011 19:47:55 GMT -5
interesting article about the diffeence between standard and high-speed. but it begs the question of what version emotiva is selling as their standard cable...does it do the full 180P or just 1080i?
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Post by roadrunner on Jun 17, 2011 20:05:35 GMT -5
barryrobin
All of Emotiva's HDMI cables are "high speed" and support all resolutions up to and including 1080P.
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Post by erict on Jun 17, 2011 20:05:54 GMT -5
interesting article about the diffeence between standard and high-speed. but it begs the question of what version emotiva is selling as their standard cable...does it do the full 180P or just 1080i? This off the above links FAQ page. High Speed (or “category 2”) HDMI cables have been tested to perform at speeds of 340Mhz or up to 10.2Gbps, which is the highest bandwidth currently available over an HDMI cable and can successfully handle 1080p signals including those at increased color depths and/or increased refresh rates from the Source. High-Speed cables are also able to accommodate higher resolution displays, such as WQXGA cinema monitors (resolution of 2560 x 1600).
So the other HDMI cable is considered High speed without Ethernet. Emo should clarify this as the new standard is in effect and they should not even use 1.4 for the new cable. So to sum it up, the new cable is High Speed with Ethernet and ARC. The other cable listed is High Speed. Both these cables will pass 1080p and 3D. |
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Post by barryrobin on Jun 18, 2011 2:19:42 GMT -5
barryrobin All of Emotiva's HDMI cables are "high speed" and support all resolutions up to and including 1080P. thank you gentleman-i feel much assured. and a hell o' lot better too. -b |
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Post by Davecski65 on Jun 18, 2011 8:41:09 GMT -5
ok i had same question about theses cables,whats with the ethernet thing?,do you need these cables if you and streaming movies from your bluray too your gear for this too work properly,or is it just something for the future...what to update all my cable with the sale going on,so what to buy a few of these,and a oppo-93 is in the near future,and will i need the ethernet cables for it to stream movies without problem or should i just get the regular HDMI cables....
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Post by Nemesis.ie on Jun 18, 2011 9:51:26 GMT -5
The ethernet just adds the ability to have a 100Mbps network connection passed through the HDMI cable.
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Post by erict on Jul 10, 2011 21:21:27 GMT -5
I see Emotiva finally added a disclaimer to the original HDMI cable to answer the confusion between the two. Here is the foot note.
Please note: These high speed cables are 3D capable, but do not incorporate ethernet or ARC capability.
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Post by Pauly on Jul 11, 2011 1:49:11 GMT -5
It's nice to see that they come in shorter lengths now. I've always wanted to buy an Emo HDMI cable or two, but have never needed 4m, 6m, or 8m cables. .5m for 20 bucks is much more tempting.
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