Do I need a special HDMI cable for CEC?

Using HDMI ARC does not require a new HDMI cable. As part of the process, you should consider enabling HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control), so you can turn your TV on and control the volume on your soundbar or amp without the need for multiple remotes.

Are there better types of HDMI cables?

The latest version of HDMI is called 2.1. This is a huge leap forward in terms of bandwidth, capable of up to 8K resolutions and beyond. There are also new cables, called Ultra High Speed, but unless you’re buying an 8K TV you don’t need them. Actually, even if you are buying an 8K TV, you probably don’t need them.

Can I use a 4K HDMI cable on a non 4K TV?

the answer is yes this cable is compatible with any TV, monitor, dvd player or many other products as long as they have a HDMI port on them, but if you buy this cable or any other HDMI 2.1 cable it will allow for better quality and future proofing if you decide to get a better tv or other HDMI compatible product.

Does CEC work with optical cable?

CEC functionality of a TV is based on the TV manufacturer’s implementation of CEC at the time the TV was built. If your TV does not have ARC but has an Optical cable instead, simply connect the sound bar using the Optical port.

Do HDMI cables make a difference in sound quality?

An HDMI cable only transmits signals. It doesn’t make the audio and video quality better than your TV or other devices’ capabilities.

What AV features are supported by an HDMI cable?

Available bandwidth is one of the main determining factors of what AV features are supported by an HDMI cable. At a shorter distance, typically up to 15 feet, most passive HDMI cables support the full spectrum of HDMI 2.0 features.

What is the bandwidth of the HDMI cable?

The cable’s bandwidth supports up to 48Gbps, it is backwards compatible with existing HDMI devices, and features exceptionally low EMI which reduces interference with nearby wireless devices.

What is hdhdmi active optical cable?

HDMI Active Optical Cable: These cables utilize a chipset and technology to convert the HDMI AV signal to light and transmits that signal over a fiber optic cable. Features supported by this cable type is determined by the capability of the chipset.

What is the hdhdmi Ethernet Channel functionality?

HDMI Ethernet Channel functionality is only available if both linked devices are HDMI Ethernet Channel-enabled. The High Speed HDMI Cable is designed and tested to handle video resolutions of 1080p and beyond, including advanced display technologies such as 4K@30Hz, 3D, and Deep Color.