HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) is a specification that combines video and audio into a single digital interface for use with digital versatile disc (DVD) players, digital television (DTV) players, set-top boxes, and other audiovisual devices. The basis for HDMI is High Bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) and the core technology of Digital Visual Interface (DVI). HDCP is an Intel specification used to protect digital content transmitted and received by DVI-compliant displays.

HDMI supports standard, enhanced, or high-definition video. HDMI benefits include uncompressed digital video, a bandwidth of up to 5 gigabytes per second, one connector instead of several cables and connectors, and communication between the video source and the DTV. HDMI development is overseen by the HDMI Working Group that includes Sony, Hitachi, Silicon Image, Philips, and Toshiba as members.

Specifications:

• Connectors: HDMI Male to DVI Male
• Connects components with HDMI and DVI interfaces to each other
• Gold-plated connectors create precise contact for low loss
• Broadcast quality digital video, digital audio, and intercomponent control signals all in one compact, high-performance connection
• Fully HDCP compliant to Provide highest level of signal quality
• Perfect for both high-definition video and standard video formats.
• Shielded for maximum protection from RFI and EMI interference
• Transfer rate up to 5GB