When it comes to displaying high-resolution 4K/UHD content from your media devices to your TV or video wall, you have several options to transport the HDMI signal wirelessly or over longer cable runs. In this post, we'll take a look at some popular solutions:
- HDMI Wireless Extenders
The HDMI wireless extenders kit is a good option if you need to transmit your HDMI signal without wires over long distances. These consist of a transmitter unit that connects to your media player and a receiver unit that feeds your display. Look for extenders that support the latest HDMI standards like 2.0 and HDCP 2.2 for 4K/60Hz performance without compression artifacts. Brands like Brightlink, Atlona, and Crestron make reliable wireless extenders that can transmit HDMI up to 100 feet.
- Pro Series 4K High-Speed HDMI Cable
For shorter cable runs up to 25-30 feet, a high-quality Pro Series 4k High-Speed HDMI Cable from brands like Brightlink can reliably carry uncompressed 4K/60Hz signals. These oxygen-free copper cable constructions minimize signal loss and support HDMI 2.0 bandwidth up to 18Gbps. Fiber optic HDMI cables provide transmission over distances up to 150 feet without compression if you need longer cable runs.
- 2x2 UHD Video Wall Controller
Professional installers for digital signage or video walls use matrix switchers to route multiple HDMI sources to a multi-screen arrangement. The Brightlink NEW 4K 2x2 up to 4Kx2K@60Hz 4:4:4 Video Wall Controller supports 1 HDMI input and 4 HDMI outputs. HDMI input supports resolutions up to 4Kx2K@60Hz 4:4:4, and the output resolution is fixed to be 1920x1080p@60Hz. It supports 9 video wall modes, which can be selected via the front panel button and IR remote. This 2x2 UHD video wall controller is ideal for controlling HDMI sources to displays with its EDID management for reliable 4K playback.
- Fiber Optic HDMI Cable
For cable runs longer than standard copper HDMI cables can support, a fiber optic HDMI cable uses glass strands to transmit the digital signal over much greater distances without loss in quality. Fiber HDMI cables support 4K/60 Hz video up to 300 feet. Brands like Fosmon, InstallerParts, Brightlink, and Celerity Fiber offer cost-effective fiber HDMI cables.
- Wireless HDMI 4K Transmitters and Receivers
One more option is a wireless HDMI system with separate wireless HDMI 4k transmitters and receivers. Companies such as Anthropic, Brightlink, ArtGraphix, and Formuler Z7+ offer transmitter devices that connect to your source and wireless receivers for displays. This provides uncompressed 4K video and audio transmission up to 130 feet without a direct line of sight.
The Wrap
So, for short cable runs, use high-quality copper HDMI cables, and for longer runs, choose fiber optic HDMI or a wireless option from reliable providers like Brightlink AV to avoid signal degradation when connecting your home theater or video wall setup.
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