HDMI To DVI Converter
First and foremost, some definitions are in order. With technology evolving so fast these days it is difficult for some of us to keep up with all of the acronyms to describe it. DVI stands for Digital Video (or Visual) Interface. It was introduced as a digital standard in 1999 by Digital Display Working Group (DDWG). As the name implies, DVI is used to carry digital signals to a display. At one time, the display was a computer monitor. But the technology is now commonly used for televisions as well. One thing to keep in mind is that DVI is for video only and does not support digital audio.
HDMI stands for High Definition Multimedia Interface. It is a newer technology introduced in 2002 and is an all-digital visual and audio interface allowing use of digital audio. In addition, HDMI includes Digital Rights Management technology protection to allow playback of copy-protected media. DVI does not include the copy protection, so some content may not play or will have loss of output quality when converted from an HDMI device. It is important to know the differences between these two technologies when opting to use a HDMI to DVI converter.
Changing from one technology to other can be as simple as purchasing a HDMI to DVI converter cable, with HDMI on one end and DVI on the other. It simply allows the HDMI device, such as a DVD player, to be attached to a television that has DVI. The cables come in different lengths and qualities and are widely available. One thing that should be noted here is that cable length can affect the quality of the video output, so shorter cables should be used if possible.
If you are not pleased with the sound quality on your DVI television, there is equipment available that includes a HDMI to DVI converter with audio. The television must have a digital audio input for the equipment to work. Most new television models do have this input to support external sound devices such as home theater equipment or surround-sound systems.
Choosing between the use of HDMI and DVI depends on the equipment you already have and equipment that is being replaced by newer technology. At times it is less of a choice and more out of necessity in using a HDMI to DVI converter. However, there is a push toward upgrading to HDMI because of the Digital Rights Management technology.
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