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What is an HDMI cable?
The High Definition Multimedia Interface is an audio/video connector used for transmitting digital signals. HDMI connects digital sources such as Blu-ray disc players, computers, video game consoles or AV receivers, to compatible equipment such as a digital television. HDMI is the preferred alternative to component cables for HD connections.

The Best Connection
HDMI is currently the best way to connect all of your equipment to your high-definition TV. With its ease of use, versatility and capacity, HDMI is quickly replacing other connectors. Currently, HDMI is the only single cable with the ability to send high definition video and multi-channel audio. HDMI provides maximum signal integrity with a secure link between the various devices.

You can expect exceptional picture and sound quality. HDMI is superior because the need to complete digital to analog conversion and reconversions is elminated. What the viewer is left with is picture and sound in its most pure form which is better than what other cables can offer.

The Basics
Typical HDMI cables have 19 pins. These cables typically won't be included in a device's box. You will have to buy an HDMI cable separately.

Criticisms
Currently most HDMI connectors are surface mounted and are therefore susceptible to damage. Tripping over a cable plugged into an HDMI port can easily cause damage to that port. Additionally, there are no locking mechanisms built into the connector. There are options to buy locking mechanisms but they are expensive and rather rare. With the lack of locking mechanism, there is a higher chance for the cable to become inadvertently disconnected or worse, there is a greater chance for physical or electrical damage.

Our Recommendation
We recommend purchasing an HDMI cable to hook up your equipment. HDMI is quickly becoming the standard and has capacity to spare which means it can incorporate new technology and it is the best way to "future proof" all of your components. It relays picture and audio in its purest form and will therefore create the best overall experience.