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Understanding the Role of HDMI
HDMI stands for High Definition Multimedia Interface.
To transfer the digital video signal from a source to a TV, the source
must convert the signal from digital to analog, this results in some
information loss. However, an HDMI output, can transfer a
digital video source signal (such as from a DVD player) digitally,
without conversion to analog. This results in a pure transfer of all
of video information from the digital video source to a HDMI
equipped TV. In addition, HDMI can transfer both video and audio
signals.
HDMI Facts:
HDMI can pass video resolutions from 480i up to
1080p, however, each manufacturer determines the parameters for what
is to
be transferred via HDMI in their components. DMI can be
implemented on Televisions, AV Receivers, DVD Players, Blu-ray Disc
Players, HD-DVD Players, HD Cable Boxes, and HD Satellite. HDMI
also includes provisions for HDCP (High Definition Copy Protection).
This allows content providers to prevent their programming from being
illegally copied. HDMI can be adapted to DVI (Digital Video
Interface), via an adapter cable or connector. However, the device
that has the DVI connection must be HDCP enabled for the signal
transfer to work. There are four versions of HDMI that have been
developed over the years. In each case the physical connector is the
same, but the content characteristics have evolved. All newer versions
are backwards compatible. In other words, you can still use newer
versions of HDMI with components equipped with older versions, you
just won't be able to access the all the content features of the newer
version(s).
HDMI 1.0 - This is the first version of HDMI.
HDMI 1.0 combines a digital video signal (standard or high-definition)
with a two-channel audio signal over a single cable, such as between
an HDMI-equipped DVD player and Television.
HDMI 1.1 - This version adds the ability to
transfer not only video and two-channel audio over a single cable, but
also added the ability to transfer Dolby Digital, DTS, and DVD-Audio
surround signals, as well up to 7.1 channels of PCM audio.
HDMI 1.2 - This version of HDMI adds the
ability to transfer SACD signals in digital form from a player to a
receiver.
HDMI 1.3 - This version includes improvements
in both audio and video capability. With the advent of Blu-ray Disc
and HD-DVD, version 1.3 adds the ability to transfer the digital
bitstreams for the new high resolution audio formats: Dolby Digital
Plus, Dolby TrueHD, and DTS-HD.
HDMI 1.3a - In addition to the above audio
improvements, HDMI 1.3 and 1.3a increase the amount of video bandwidth
that can be transferred from a source to a display. This means, that
in addition to the standard 24-bit color depth we are used to, HDMI
1.3 and 1.3a have the ability to transfer color depths up to 48-bits,
and can accommodate resolutions much higher than the 1080p resolution
standard that is in use today.
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SPEAKER CABLE:
Speakers can only sound as good as the cables used to connect
them. Loudspeakers are the final - arguably the most critical link in your
system. Their clarity and ability to accurately re-create music will
ultimately determine how
good your music and movies sound. For over 20 years, Monster® has
painstakingly designed and engineered speaker cables that deliver the most
accurate signal to give you the best sound possible at every price level.
ANALOG INTERCONNECT:
We had one major criteria when designing Monster analog audio
interconnect
cables-to provide the most accurate music and sound reproduction possible for
the amount of money spent. Monster interconnects are used worldwide by
audiophiles and home theater enthusiasts for quality audio hookup between
components. So if you're connecting VCR, receiver, TV, tape deck, amp or any
other component with analog sound , Monster is the ticket.
DIGITAL INTERCONNECTS:
Monster has seen the future and now offers the solutions that
have become the
standard by creating Monster Digital. With high-speed connections and the
reliability you've come to expect from Monster we offer a full assortment of
products to answer the digital requirements of HDTV, DVD, Mini disc, DVD ROM
and other IEEE devices.
VIDEO INTERCONNECTS
Monster Video® cables help maximize performance of video
systems for the most accurate video picture reproduction with superior
resolution, clarity and color balance.
HDMI: The Catalyst for the DTV Revolution
Backed by some of the industry's biggest names, High-Definition
Multimedia
Interface (HDMI) will enable true high definition audio/video content for
consumers. Content providers, system operators and consumer electronics
manufacturers are rallying behind a standard that will finally deliver on
DTV's long-awaited promises.
Firewire - IEEE 1394
FireWire™ is a serial data transfer protocol and
interconnection system, used (amongst other things) to transmit DV. FireWire
was originally developed by Apple Computer. In 1995, FireWire was standardized
by the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers as IEEE 1394-1995.
1394 Trade Association
maintains extensive amount of information on IEEE-1394.
FireWire is a cross-platform implementation of the high-speed serial data bus
-- defined by the IEEE 1394-1995, IEEE 1394a-2000, and IEEE 1394b standards --
that can move large amounts of data between computers and peripheral devices.
It features simplified cabling, hot swapping, and transfer speeds of up to 800
megabits per second (on machines that support 1394b).
It’s a widespread misconception that all IEEE 1394 cables are alike.
Substandard IEEE 1994 cables can have performance problems that result in poor
performance just like regular A/V cables. Digital artifacting, pixelization or
choppy colored blocks can degrade video quality. Audio can sound harsh with
diminished soundstage or a lack of natural, smooth sonic reproduction. The
result is a less than enjoyable viewing and listening experience.
For maximum AV performance and superior data transfer, use Monster Firewire
cables.
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The fact is, analog audio equipment is
sensitive to a different type of noise than video, just as video is sensitive
to a different type of noise than digital, and so on.
In the past, manufacturers have used filters to combat the problem of noise
introduced via
power sources. Unfortunately, the filters were not optimized to attenuate at
the different frequencies that are unique to digital, analog audio, and video
realms. Products that managed to deliver truly cleaner AC power were thousands
of dollars in price, out of reach for most people.
Enter Head Monster Noel Lee. An uncompromising audiophile, Lee joined forces
with Richard Marsh, the world’s foremost expert on AC power, to develop
affordable solutions to AC power problems. The result? Monster Clean Power.
Isolated Clean Power™ Digital Filters
Optimized to reduce noise generated by digital equipment
digital filters isolate digital components from connected analog audio and
video components for maximum rejection of interference.
Isolated Clean Power Video Filters
Optimized to reduce noise generated by video equipment, video
filters isolate video components from connected digital and analog audio
components for maximum rejection
of interference.
Isolated Clean Power Analog Audio Filters
Optimized to provide maximum noise rejection for sensitive
analog audio components, audio filters isolates audio components from
connected digital and video components for maximum rejection of interference.
Isolated Clean Power Ultra-High Current Filter:
Optimized for maximum noise rejection, ultra-high current
filters provide maximum current to high power components such as surround
sound amplifiers.
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Do It Yourself!
Contemporary Audio offers the cable to connect your
valuable components-- UL approved speaker cable, video cable, audio
line-level cable, interconnects, and specialty cables. Each has unique
outer-jacket coloring and markings to make wiring and installation
quick, easy, and affordable. But the commitment doesn’t stop there:
volume controls, A/B switches, video and audio terminals, wallplates,
F-connectors, rack mount kits for our electronic products and switches,
various speaker accessories and installation tools help round out our
product offerings and make us the ONE-STOP SHOP FOR ALL YOUR
ARCHITECTURAL AUDIO/VIDEO NEEDS.
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