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Vivanco simplifies HDMI cables by adopting new labelling standards (24/2/2010)

As we all know, HDMI and its various versions have confused many consumers, dealers and industry insiders for several years now. So perhaps it’s a relief that new rules have been introduced governing how version numbers can be used on products. Although these new rules do not come into effect until next year, accessory manufacturer Vivanco have been quick to start adopting the new standards.

Under the new legislation, HDMI cables can be labelled as one of 5 categories – standard, standard with Ethernet, high speed, high speed with Ethernet, or automotive.

Chris Moseley, Product & Marketing Manager at Vivanco commented; “This is a far better system. Consumers have been under the common misconception that there are different cables according to different HDMI versions – which is completely untrue. Highlighting the five cable types should make choosing the right cable for the job much more straight forward and save the consumer money – for example, the new system clearly highlights that a new HDMI cable will not be needed for 3D – as any high speed cable will work, whatever version the manufacturer has chosen to print on the box”.

The first cable that Vivanco have updated with the new label is their flagship SHQ Ultra Cable (£90 1.2m) – which is a high speed cable with Ethernet. The remainder of the range will be updated between now and May 2010.

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