HDMI cable
HDMI connectionColor: Black, white, grey
Uses: Transfers HD video and 8 channels of digital audio
Connector: 19 pin HDMI type, silver or gold plated
Max Length (standard cable): approx 50ft
This cable is the workhorse of HD. It can transfer 1080i/p resolution and a complete 8 channels of digital audio. This is the cable you want to use if you have the connections on your HDTV and components.
This is the current king of all HD cables... not only in transfer ability, but also in price. These cables can be expensive depending on length and quality, so do your research… there are some good deals on the Internet.
The HDMI cable is made from twisted pairs of thin copper and this can cause problems with long runs. With longer runs, the signal tends to deteriorate from end to end, and this can be seen by distortion, sparklies, or no picture at all… you’ll only get the audio.