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How You Can Effectively Boost HDMI Signals Using Signal Extenders

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Every technology has its benefits and weaknesses. When HDMI first came out, it seemed like it would be the holy grail of the entertainment industry, and to some extent, that’s exactly what it became. However, the technology still had (and has to this day) one significant flaw: the length of an HDMI cable is limited. More specifically, if you’re using a cheaper, static HDMI connection, you’ll be limited to a distance of about 20-25 feet between your connected devices. Now, if you have a small home that’s not a problem. However, if you want to build a large home theater or use your HDMI connections for commercial purposes, you will need what is called an HDMI signal extender to get by. HDMI cable signal extenders are devices or pairs of devices designed to boost the signal of your regular or active HDMI cables. A good extender setup can boost your signal up to 5-10 times or even more, and it also ensures that you can successfully connect more than one device without having to switch ...
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A Look at Buying HDMI Cables: Do Longer HDMI Cables Lose Quality?

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You’ve probably heard about the fact that most standard, low-cost HDMI cables fail to produce the necessary quality for crystal clear projection or display, if the cable is too long. This is because signal degradation happens, so that the signal is no longer delivered properly to the device that the cable connects to – such as your smart TV, a large HD screen or a projector. Most experts will tell you that static HDMI cables have a limit of about 25 feet. This means any cable that gets close to or exceeds that length will be a nightmare to deal with, since the signal will no longer be of good enough quality. One way to work around this is to use an adapter or an extender. Long HDMI cable extenders are the best solution, as they can boost the signal to support a distance of up to 300 feet. That is usually enough for most applications. Another option – albeit typically considered more costly and less practical – is to buy a more expensive active optical HDMI cable with support for HD...
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Looking Online for a Respected Custom Cable Manufacturer for Specific Connection Requirements

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Sometimes you might need to make unexpected connections between your devices that require specific adapters or cables. Suppose you have an old camcorder that only features a firewire connector that doesn’t match anything you have on your computer system. Sometimes and adapter will work to somehow connect it to USB, but firewire adapters can be more costly and difficult to find. Additionally, you might be looking for something more common like VGA to HDMI, but buying from a regular electronics store might not inspire too much confidence. What you can do is use the following tips to search for a more reputable and specialized custom cables manufacturer: Make note of exactly what you need, and see if you can get the cable or adapter from a trusted source without digging too deeply. If you need a custom cable that is very rare and difficult to find, then start by looking up manufacturers who specialize in similar cables and adapters. Even if you can’t find a manufacturer that has th...
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How to Convert VGA to HDMI Successfully for Just a Few Dollars

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Connecting VGA to HDMI is a common topic these days, as a lot of people still have older computers, but have already purchased smart TVs and other newer devices that feature only an HDMI connector, and cannot accommodate classic VGA connectors and cables. The typical use of VGA to HDMI is to connect a computer to a smart TV. You might want to do this in order to play high resolution games, watch movies stored on your computer, or even use your smart TV as a large computer screen for high resolution design purposes. To connect a VGA cable to an HDMI port on your TV you need a VGA to HDMI adapter. This is basically a tiny box with VGA-in and an HDMI-out connector. You might also need to buy a VGA and/or HDMI cable, if you don’t have them. Once you have this equipment, it’s easy to connect your PC to your smart TV by connecting the VGA port on your computer to the adapter’s VGA-in connector, then connecting the adapter to the TV through your HDMI cable. The great thing about this setu...
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What Are DB19 Connectors and Why Would You Consider Them?

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There have been a lot of talks in recent years about DB19 connectors. Even though these connectors are obsolete – or at least considered as such by certain computer experts – they have been making a comeback as people try to continue using their older computers in order to run dedicated pieces of software that can’t easily run on newer machines. DB19 connectors feature 19 pins (10 on the first row and 9 on the second), arranged similarly to the pins on most VGA cable connectors. Before they were dubbed as obsolete, they were used extensively to connect old computer screens and external hard drives, and they were also used quite frequently for ASCI connections on old Atari devices. The reason DB19 connectors are still used today is primarily because access to such devices is still required, and secondarily because the older the device, the easier it is for connectors to break or become damaged in some way. While individual pins on a DB19 connector are hardly ever replaced, the conne...
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Should You Look to Acquire New Conference Room Audio and Video Technology?

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Whether your tech is outdated or you just put together a new office and conference room, and you want to have the best and most recent technological upgrades, buying new conference room audio/video technology can be a great idea for improving your business’ recognition. Even though some business owners might claim that giving presentations in a conference room is not exactly their cup of tea, you’ll find that the newest technology can ease your work considerably: First of all, it makes your presentation more progressive. A higher resolution picture, improved projectors with brighter colors and a brand new HD microphone for crystal clear audio can ensure that everyone in the room is paying attention, and may even make the presentation a fun experience for you as well. Say goodbye to embarrassing moments when your tech isn’t performing well or stops working entirely. New conference room audio video technologies are focused on preserving uptime and helping business owners avoid that ...
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What Is the difference Between ODM and OEM and Why Should You Know About It?

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There is often a discrepancy in the use of labels such as ODM and OEM when it comes to considering the types of products that one might buy. ODM stands for Original Design Manufacturer while OEM is an abbreviation for Original Equipment Manufacturer. The two terms refer to two completely different approaches to product manufacturing and should not be used interchangeably. Loosely put, the definition of OEM has to do with a product that features a customized design, as well as custom dimensions, functions and materials, all discussed with the buyer prior to the design actually being put together. The OEM cable manufacturing process involves the buyer to a heavy extent before a design is even produced, and in some cases, the product is even created entirely based on the specifications of the buyer. Most of the time, however, at least some of the tools and aiding materials used in the manufacturing of OEM products have to be developed in advance. For ODM manufacturing, the design that...
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