Blog

Oct 27, 2024

Chord Company Introduces Clearway HDMI AOC Cable - ecoustics.com

At $160 to $500, this hybrid HDMI cable uses copper and optical to deliver 48 gbps of performance in long lengths up to 20 meters. By Updated Flipboard Reddit Pinterest Whatsapp Whatsapp Email Chord

At $160 to $500, this hybrid HDMI cable uses copper and optical to deliver 48 gbps of performance in long lengths up to 20 meters.

By

Updated

Flipboard

Reddit

Pinterest

Whatsapp

Whatsapp

Email

Chord Company has announced a new addition to its cable product line the HDMI AOC (Active Optical Cable) interconnect.

This cable joins the existing Copper Clearway HDMI (which offers high-res performance up to 3 m) and introduces a high-quality next-generation chipset at both ends of the cable for advanced performance over longer runs of up to 20 meters.

The Clearway HDMI AOC supports a 48GBps bandwidth and benefits from the highest OM3 grade (over 10-Gigabit-bandwidth glass fibers), rather than the typical OM2 (1 GB).

4K/8K/10K resolution and both static and dynamic HDR picture quality are supported via four-fibre/seven-wire configuration. The high-speed Clearway HDMI AOC supports improved audio performance and is heavily shielded against unwanted high-frequency noise.

Additional features supported include eARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel); SBTM (Source-based Tone Mapping); Variable Refresh Rate (VRR); Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM); Quick Frame Transport (QFT) and Quick Media Switching (QMS).

The Clearway HDMI AOC cable has a gold-plated copper HDMI connector shell with 19 gold-plated copper connector pins, hand-soldered and fabricated to the terminations, with protection from a zinc-alloy connector backshell. The cable is further protected with foam/Polyethylene insulation, a dual aluminum foil shield, and a PVC jacket.

Following concerns that copper-only cable is being stretched to the limit of its capability, Chord Company has employed optical technology for carrying the more demanding signals required by the latest (and future) players, processors, and screens. Unlike TOSLINK cables, where the entire signal is carried down optical fibers, HDMI AOC cable is a hybrid of seven copper cables and four optical fibers.

The advantage of optical fiber is that it is not susceptible to high-frequency noise as is copper cables. This potential weakness, coupled with the longer cable lengths used in the setup, means that high-frequency noise along the signal path is always present to a degree.

In addition, Chord Company has ensured that the copper cables also used in the HDMI AOC’s construction are fully protected from external high-frequency noise pollution, via an external PVC jacket with a double aluminum foil shielding system.

Tech Note: One important thing to remember is that active HDMI AOC cables are directional – this means that one end is designated for the source output (Blu-ray Disc player, Game Console, etc.) and the other end is designated for the destination input (AVR, TV, Projector).

In the case where you connect the video output of the AVR to a TV or projector – then the AVR becomes the source for that configuration. There are directional arrows on the HDMI AOC cable connection ends to guide you.

Chord Company Clearway HDMI AOC is available now from authorized dealers priced from $160 (3m) to $500 (20m). In between lengths include 5m, 8m, 10m, 12.5m, and 15m.

The Clearway HDMI AOC cable is sold with a lifetime warranty against defective materials and workmanship.

For more information: chord.co.uk

Note: Chord Company (cable maker) and Chord Electronics (high-end audio component maker) are separate companies.

Home > Latest > New Products > Hi-Fi Components > Audio Cables > Chord Company Introduces Clearway HDMI AOC Cable

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Comment *

Name *

Email *

Website

At $12,000, the new Marantz SACD 10 is the best CD/SACD player the company has ever made and it weighs 73 lbs.

At $649, the REVO SuperCD includes digital music streaming, Bluetooth 5.1, global radio, podcasts with dedicated app, and remote.

Starting at 3950 EUR per pair, the Buchardt Audio E50 Passive Bookshelf Speakers Deliver Danish Flair with a Healthy Appetite for Power.

Priced from $399 to $2,399, XGIMI delivers five new projectors that deliver big screen home entertainment to fit any lifestyle.

At $12,000, the Marantz Link 10n is the company's flagship network audio player designed to be paired with Model 10 Integrated Amplifier.

At $35,000, the new McIntosh PS1K subwoofer combines 1,000-watts of Class D power with dual 13-inch drivers.

Give the gift of high fidelity sound this Holiday season to the music lover on your list at prices that won't break the bank.

Flipboard

Reddit

Pinterest

Whatsapp

Whatsapp

Email

Those who want to fill a large living room or home theater with deep gut-wrenching bass will rejoice at the news of a new...

At $2,499, the NAD M10 V3 (3rd gen) streaming amplifier adds a MM phono input along with Dirac Live Room Correction and Bass Control.

After three days roaming the hallowed halls of CEDIA Expo 2024, here are our picks for "Best in Show."

In this episode the eCoustics teams reveals its Best in Show product awards from CEDIA Expo 2024 across 17 different categories.

Part 3 of 3 from CEDIA Expo 2024 highlights Ascendo, Theory Audio, Bowers & Wilkins, L-Acoustics, TCL, JVC and Grimani Systems.

Part 1 of a series covering booths and demos at CEDIA Expo 2024 including Epson, Klipsch, LG, Trinnov, Samsung, and Sony.

Part 2 of a series covering booths and demos at CEDIA Expo 2024 highlights Ambisonic, Arcam, DALI, JBL Synthesis and Yamaha.

At $1,199, the Onkyo TX-RZ30 9.2 Channel A/V Receiver includes Dirac Live, Dolby Atmos, THX Certification, IMAX Enhanced, and more.