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What is an HDMI cable category 2?

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  • by Russell Huebsch on February 2nd, 2010

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    HDMI cables are quickly become the de facto connection for high-definition television. There are several different versions of HDMI cables, which are lumped into category 1 or 2 cables.

    Identification

    According to HDMI Licensing, category 2 HDMI cables are considered "high speed" and can attach the fastest transfer rates possible as of 2010.

    Features

    Category 2 HDMI cables can handle 10.2 gigabytes of information at up to 340 megahertz per second. This allows them to display resolutions up to 2560 x 1600---cinema quality.

    Benefits

    Only category 2 HDMI cables can handle the highest quality, uncompressed signal on the market: 1080p. In addition, high-speed HDMI cables are able to connect instantly with more devices, such as HD cameras.

    Tips

    Consumers who want to purchase a category 2 HDMI cable should look for any version above 1.3, and preferably the latest version. HDMI is still a young technology that HDMI developers constantly update.

    Potential

    Not only can category 2 HDMI cables support the highest resolutions and bandwidth rates on the current market, they also have the technology to work with future, higher-quality signals.

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    HDMI: FAQ

    HDMI: FAQ #2

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