Sunday, May 6, 2012

An HDMI Splitter, What Is There To Know About Them?

By Yukata Makinoa


An HDMI splitter is a piece of technology that allows a multimedia input signal with visuals and sound to be outputted to almost any number of different devices used for display. It accomplishes this feat by allowing one input signal to be split into at least two different output signals to be displayed on many High Definition Multimedia Interface output devices.

These splitters support many different types of HDMI devices such as a DVD player, video game consoles, computers with High Definition output, and satellite receiver boxes. When this device is used the signal is sent over a single cable with zero to little signal loss. The single cable also reduces clutter and saves quite a bit of space.

The devices are offered in 2, 4, or 8 port configurations and can be cascaded to accommodate even larger configurations of HDMI devices to be joined in a type of network. They are also available in matrix formats of 2 X 2 and 4X4 which are different combinations of a switch and a splitter to allow for remote access and control through TCP/IP or IR.

Installation of this device is relatively easy as it requires no software or device drivers to run. Thus it is simply plug and play as the saying goes. Its compact design is also a plus as it requires very little shelf space to sit on and can even be perched on top of your television if you have an inclination and the space to put it there.

Another reason for its gain in popularity is the fact that it consumes very little power. Thus an update in your home theater system can be accomplished without too much of a rise in your energy usage. A definite plus when the high utility costs are considered. This leaves you free to continue enjoying your favorite form of entertainment without worrying about added to your electric bill too much.

Another important feature of this machine is that it is designed to amplify and buffer input signals of HDMI in a way that allows for two identical signals to be created simultaneously. Thus the uncompressed digital streams of output are then transmitted by way of these signal devices.

The many applications that this kind of technology has been used for are interesting. For example in business it is being used in digital signage, classrooms, conference rooms, control rooms, shopping malls, information broadcasting, remote monitoring, and training facilities.

Because of its versatility in usage the HDMI splitter has become a very popular piece of technology. In fact it has been said that it dominates all other technology of this type in the field of audio and video entertainment. Thus if you are considering upgrading your home entertainment system then consider purchasing a splitter as a starting point.




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