HDMI connector
HDMI connector
HDMI stands for High-Definition Multimedia Interface. It is a proprietary audio/video interface for transmitting uncompressed video data and compressed or uncompressed digital audio data from an HDMI-compliant source device to a compatible display.
Primary Function:
To deliver a single, streamlined, all-digital connection for high-definition video and multi-channel audio, replacing older analog standards like VGA and component video, and consolidating cables by combining audio and video into one.
Key Characteristics:
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All-Digital: Transfers pure digital signals, resulting in a higher quality image and sound compared to analog connections.
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Audio & Video Combined: Carries both high-definition video and multiple channels of audio in a single cable, reducing clutter.
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Uncompressed: Transmits the full, raw video signal without compression, preserving the highest possible quality.
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Copy Protection: Incorporates HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection) to prevent unauthorized copying of copyrighted content.
Common Types (Form Factors):
While there are several types, the three most common are:
Type | Most Common Use | Key Feature |
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Type A (Standard) |
The most widely used type. Found on: • Televisions • Monitors • Projectors • Game Consoles • Blu-ray Players • AV Receivers |
19 pins, a familiar trapezoidal shape that is designed to be user-friendly and not easily inserted upside down. |
Type C (Mini) |
For portable devices. • Digital Cameras • Camcorders • Small tablets |
Smaller than Standard but has the same 19-pin configuration. Not as common as it once was. |
Type D (Micro) |
For very small mobile devices. • Smartphones • Small Tablets • Action Cameras |
The smallest form factor, with 19 pins in a configuration similar to a micro-USB connector. |
Other types (B, E) exist but are for very specialized industrial or automotive applications.
Version History (Simplified):
HDMI standards have evolved to support higher resolutions, faster refresh rates, and new features:
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HDMI 1.4: Added support for 4K at 30Hz and Ethernet channel.
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HDMI 2.0: Increased bandwidth to support 4K at 60Hz and HDR.
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HDMI 2.1: The current major standard. Supports higher resolutions like 8K and 4K at 120Hz, Variable Refresh Rate (VRR), and Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC). Requires "Ultra High Speed" certified cables.
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