If you have ever tried to keep up with technology, you will be well aware that it is just not possible. The marvelous world of multimedia leads is no different, so to help we have created this top 5 guide.
These 5 leads are technologies top sellers. as well as listing the leads we will expalin a little about what each of them is used for.
HDMI Cable – The most popular lead at the moment is easily the HDMI Cable. Its popularity has been brought about by the introduction of high definition television sets. if you were looking to connect a hd tv to a blu-ray player then HDMI offers the best quality possible. As with most things like this HDMI is evolving, the current standard is 1.4. HDMI leads are one of the most versatile of the digital cable family.
Optical Cable – The main purpose of optical cables is to carry digital audio signals between devices. Whilst HDMI Cables can carry both Audio and Video Signals, Optical cables can only carry sound. Invented by Toshiba, they were originaly called Toshiba Link cables, which was then shoertened to Toslink cables. These fibre optica cables work by transfering data in the form of light, and are therefore classed as digital cables.
Component Cables – Component cables are a popular alternative to HDMI Cables for connecting High definition devices. However, unlike HDMI cables, component cables cannot carry audio signals. Contrary to popular belief component cables are NOT digital cables, they in fact fall into the analogue category. Don’t let this fool you, Component cables can still produce 1080i resolutions.
SCART to USB – many people still have old VHS videos with their favourite film or even wedding video. SCART to USB Cables offer a cheap way to put all of these old videos onto a digital format. This means you no longer have to hold on to that dated VHS player. SCART to USB kits are very simple to use and come complete with the software needed. Always check your hard drive space as video files can take up a lot of disk space.
iPod/iPhone Cables – The versatility of the iPhone, and the popularity of the iPod has meant that accessories, including cables are extremely popular. The 2 most popular cables for these are: The cable used to connect iPods/iPhones to your computer. The second is 3.5mm stereo cables, these are used, for plugging iPods into your hi-fi or car stereo.
Well there you have it, a guide to the most popular multimedia cables. That said, whith the speed tecnology moves at, this article will probably be out of date.
