Thursday, May 10, 2012

What Is There To Learn About An HDMI Splitter?

By Yukata Makinoa


An HDMI Splitter is a device that is capable of sending multimedia signals that have audio and visual components to many different display devices. It accomplishes this by splitting one single input signal so that two, or more, High Definition Multimedia Interface devices can display it as output.

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 configurations that the device is offered in come with 2, 4, or 8 ports. These splitters can also be put in what is known as a cascade configuration to accommodate an almost unlimited number of HDMI output devices to be attached to a network of sorts. Other formats that they are available allow for remote control via TCP/IP or IR. These formats are known as a 2 X 2 or 4 X 4 matrix. What they are is a combination of a splitter and a switch that allows for the remote to access the control commands.

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.

A further reason for its rise in popularity is that it has a low power requirement in order to operate. Thus your home entertainment system can have an upgrade without too much continuing expense. A most welcome advantage when taking into consideration the rising costs of utilities these days. This enables a person to really enjoy an entertainment form that they consider their favorite without the stress of seeing your electric bill go up too much.

Another key function of a splitter is to amplify and buffer HDMI input signals in such a way as to create two identical output signals simultaneously. Thus uncompressed streams of digital output are transmitted through the use of these devices.

The uses for these machines are varied especially in the business world. For example some have found use in conference rooms, control rooms, in information broadcasting, classrooms, digital signage, shopping malls, training facilities, and monitoring remotely.

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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