HDBaseT is a technology that allows the transmission of high-quality video, audio, and data signals over long distances using a single cable. It has become increasingly popular in recent years, as it provides an effective solution for home theatre systems, conference rooms, and other professional AV applications. The latest version of this technology, HDBaseT 3.0, offers several improvements over its predecessor, HDBaseT 2.0, making it even more versatile and reliable for real-world usage.
One of the most significant improvements in HDBaseT 3.0 is its increased bandwidth capacity. While HDBaseT 2.0 was limited to a maximum bandwidth of 10.2 Gbps, HDBaseT 3.0 can transmit up to 16 Gbps, allowing for higher resolution and frame rates. This means that HDBaseT 3.0 can handle 4K resolution at 120 Hz, which is important for gaming and other applications that require high frame rates. Additionally, HDBaseT 3.0 supports HDR and HDCP 2.3, ensuring that the content is protected and displayed accurately.
Another significant improvement in HDBaseT 3.0 is its ability to transmit power over Ethernet (PoE) at higher levels. While HDBaseT 2.0 could transmit up to 100 watts, HDBaseT 3.0 can transmit up to 100 watts per port, making it suitable for powering larger displays and other devices. This feature eliminates the need for separate power cables, making installations simpler and more cost-effective.
HDBaseT 3.0 also introduces a new feature called MultiStream Transport (MST), which allows for the transmission of multiple, independent video streams over a single cable. This means that users can display multiple video sources on a single display or distribute multiple video signals to different displays without the need for additional cables or equipment. This feature is particularly useful in conference rooms and other professional settings where multiple displays may be required.
HDBaseT 3.0 includes a new compression technology called visually lossless compression. This compression algorithm can compress video signals by up to 4:1 without any perceptible loss in image quality. This compression technology is useful when transmitting high-resolution video over long distances or limited bandwidth networks.
Finally, HDBaseT 3.0 features improved interoperability with other AV technologies. It is backward compatible with HDBaseT 2.0 and supports USB-C, Thunderbolt 3, and DisplayPort 1.4, ensuring that it can be used with a wide range of devices and displays.
In summary, HDBaseT 3.0 offers several key improvements over HDBaseT 2.0, including increased bandwidth capacity, higher PoE levels, support for multiple video streams, visually lossless compression, and improved interoperability. These features make it a more versatile and reliable solution for home theatre systems, conference rooms, and other professional AV applications. With HDBaseT 3.0, users can enjoy higher-quality video and audio, simplified installations, and greater flexibility in their AV setups.
Cat 6A U/FTP is the recommended cable. The skewless design and inter-pair shielding of FTP provides the better near-end crosstalk (NEXT, source end) and far-end crosstalk (FEXT, receiver end) parameters required to achieve the maximum performance and distance.
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