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The idea of HEC was to connect one HDMI cable with ethernet from a modem or router to a TV and then all the devices that are connected to that TV via HDMI can also benefit from the internet connection (Gaming consoles, Bluray Players, etc).

HDMI ARC and HDMI eARC: everything you need to know HDMI ARC and HDMI eARC: everything you need to know

What’s more, it’s an extremely solid cable, with a robust PVC jacket, gold-plated connectors and plenty of reinforcement where the cable meets the chunky plug.Participants in the Premium HDMI Cable Certification Program are HDMI Adopters who have signed up and qualified for the program. This information guide will give you a full rundown on Ethernet over HDMI and explain whether it’s a good idea to invest in an HDMI Cable With Ethernet. The HDMI Ethernet Channel can be used to connect two or more HDMI compatible devices and have them share an internet connection with a speed of up to 100Mbit/s. As you know, HDMI is the standard all-in-one audiovisual connection for devices, and you might be surprised to know that some HDMI cables can carry over the internet too.

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To take advantage of HDMI ARC, you’ll need a television and audio processor (AV receiver or soundbar) with ARC-enabled HDMI sockets. Cables are tested to ensure they support the full 18Gbps bandwidth with an EMI test to ensure cables minimize interference with wireless signals. Don’t get hoodwinked by talk of special cable materials, gold-plated contacts or proprietary shielding technology. READ NEXT: The best 1080p, 1440p, 4K and ultrawide monitors Does the physical construction of the cable matter? Thanks to its flexibility and relatively compact connectors, it’s one of the easier HDMI cables to work with, particularly if you’re using side-facing ports, and it even looks a little more premium than your average budget effort.Bravissimo594 said:How is a single optical audio cable more of a "messy solution" than a single HDMI cable?