What Is Better About an HDMI Connection on a Stereo Receiver?
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HDMI Sets the Standard
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According to the official website for the high definition multimedia interface, HDMI technology is the de facto standard for audio connections. In addition, according to HDTV magazine, the HDMI standard requires that compliant devices support at least two audio channels. This requirement makes HDMI ideal for carrying stereo audio signals.
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Digital Format
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Though HDMI has some benefits with its high audio standards and nearly universal support, its true strength is its digital nature. HDMI relays audio without converting to audio signals, and the digital format allows the purest reproduction of the audio source. HDMI also supports 24 megabits per second of audio data.
Bottom Line
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High definition multimedia interface excels because it supports purely digital transfer of audio signals at very high speeds.
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