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Understanding the Differences between HDMI Versions

HDMI has changed versions so many times it's been hard to keep up for most people. We've talked about the versions as part of other articles and documents, but it seemed fitting that we'd formulate and maintain a definitive document outlining the changes in a straightforward and easy-to-digest manner for all concerned. Hopefully this article helps you understand the format differences and aids in your ability to discern what features are important to you as you shop for HDMI-equipped products.

We are always preaching the more subs the better in a home theater system. So now that you've decided to purchase two subs, its time to show you how to correctly connect them up to ensure you achieve the maximum benefits of a multi sub system. Following the guidelines set forth in this article will help you integrate a multi-subwoofer system into your home theater. If done properly, using two or more subs will yield significantly better and smoother bass response for all of the seats in your theater room.

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Tech Article: Ask Dr. A! Too Many HDMI Outputs
by Clint DeBoer — last modified May 06, 2008 05:31

Jim from Iowa asks us how in the world he's supposed to make use of all the new HDMI-capable components he has when his TV and AV receiver don't have enough inputs. It's a good question, and one that many people are asking as more and more manufacturers place HDMI into their products. We tackle it a couple of ways to give you options for maintaining a great picture and also retaining the ability to get the best audio quality possible.

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Tech Article: No HDMI Output with Component Source
by Clint DeBoer — last modified April 25, 2008 06:04

A reader asks Dr. A why he can't view some of his material on the TV he bought. Lots of people run into this problem, so we figured we'd take it to Dr. A for a solution.

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Tech Article: Subjective Loudspeaker Reviews - All About Price?
by Clint DeBoer — last modified December 04, 2007 03:38

When taking on the task of reviewing products for consumers there are different ways to get across the conclusions and experiences of the reviewer. Objective testing and subjective viewpoints are both presented, and price is also included in the evaluation process. But there are so many methodologies and considerations, how does Audioholics keep it all straight? Frank asks a very valid question and we thought it was good enough to include it for public consumption to outline just how Audioholics handles this issue.

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Tech Article: Ask Dr. A! Does Speaker Cable Gauge Matter?
by Clint DeBoer — last modified November 29, 2007 06:32

It's been a while since Dr. A answered a reader question so we pulled him away from his 4 month karaoke binge and tossed a new question at him. Seems like Dr. A has an addictive personality so we'll need to keep him a bit more occupied in the future for his own good. This question, from philophobos via our forums, has to do with speaker cable gauge, but we expanded it a bit in our answer to address some other related situations.

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Tech Article: Glossary of Electronics Terms
by Clint DeBoer — last modified May 25, 2007 10:43

Audio terminology can be very confusing and ambiguous. We talk about things all the time that our readers may not be able to fully understand. Back by popular demand, we've reconstituted our Glossary of Electronics Terms (with some very important updates) and included it here for all to reference as needed. We'll try to keep it updated as we expand our vocabulary and horizons and as technology coins new terms and phrases.

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Editorial: HDMI Audio Transmission for Blu-ray and HD DVD
by Gene DellaSala — last modified April 04, 2007 08:12

Ever wonder how the new surround formats are transmitted from the next generation DVD players to the receiver/processor? Our quick interview session with Craig Eggers from Dolby Labs helps shed some light on this subject. Check out this FAQ to learn about HDMI audio transmission and the future for HDMI ver. 1.3 enabled receivers and processors.

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Tech Article: Why Won't My Cable Box Video Work With My Receiver?
by Clint DeBoer — last modified November 30, 2006 19:00

In response to numerous threads about this issue we have developed this article to address the issue and let everyone know of productive workarounds and the status of various cable company fixes...

Tech Article: Ask Dr. A! Of Projectors and 1080p
by Clint DeBoer — last modified July 23, 2006 20:00

I have been looking for a nice, affordable projector for some time and came across some reviews on Audioholics. The Sanyo Z4 seems like a real steal in terms of bang for the buck. With the dangling carrot of 1080P out there I am concerned that my investment in this projector may be short lived.

Tech Article: Bass Management for Satellite HTiB Systems
by Gene DellaSala — last modified March 08, 2005 19:00

We have fielded several questions relating to how to handle bass management for integrated sub/satellite system where the subwoofer actually handles the crossover and feeds signal to the satellite speakers. Bose and Definitive Technologies both have systems that deal with this (though they function quite differently) and we received a recent question that prompted us to write up a brief FAQ to address this issue.

Tech Article: Connecting a Motion Actuator to your System
by Ray Adkins — last modified August 31, 2004 20:00

I am using a Clark Tactile Transducer TST229 and I am trying to feed it an LFE signal from my Integra DTR 7.1. I do have the Adcom bridged but do not set the sub output on the Integra to more than +1 sometimes less depending on the type of music and or soundtrack I am listening to.

Tech Article: Yamaha RX-V2400 Receiver FAQs — by Clint DeBoer — last modified August 30, 2004 20:00

Tech Article: Yamaha RX-V2095 Jumpers, Video Switching & LFE — by Clint DeBoer — last modified August 30, 2004 20:00

Tech Article: Wiring Loudspeakers in Parallel — by Clint DeBoer — last modified August 30, 2004 20:00

Tech Article: What is the Function of an RS-232C Port? — by Clint DeBoer — last modified August 30, 2004 20:00

Tech Article: What is Slew Rate and Damping Factor? — by Clint DeBoer — last modified August 30, 2004 20:00

Tech Article: Watts and Power Ratings — by Clint DeBoer — last modified August 30, 2004 20:00

Tech Article: The Difference Between Biamping vs. Biwiring — by Clint DeBoer — last modified August 30, 2004 20:00

Tech Article: Taming Dynamic Range in Soundtracks — by Clint DeBoer — last modified August 30, 2004 20:00

Tech Article: Relationship Between Watts and dBs — by Gene DellaSala — last modified August 30, 2004 20:00

Tech Article: Receiver Speaker Settings: LARGE or small? — by Clint DeBoer — last modified August 30, 2004 20:00

Tech Article: Receiver Amp Specifications - THD and RMS Power — by Gene DellaSala — last modified August 30, 2004 20:00

Tech Article: Interview with RBH on T-2 Signature Speaker System — by Gene DellaSala — last modified August 30, 2004 20:00

Tech Article: Paradigm Studio 40s vs Studio 60s — by Gene DellaSala — last modified August 30, 2004 20:00

Tech Article: Optical vs. Coaxial Digital Connections — by Gene DellaSala — last modified August 30, 2004 20:00

Tech Article: Less Equals more? Differing Volume Levels on Receivers — by Gene DellaSala — last modified August 30, 2004 20:00

Tech Article: Bi-wiring, Speaker Shielding, Bose 901s, and Buzzing Audio — by Clint DeBoer — last modified August 30, 2004 20:00

Tech Article: Golden Triangle, Redbook CD, Soundproofing and Dual Subs — by Clint DeBoer — last modified August 30, 2004 20:00

Tech Article: Inconsistency in Yamaha RX-V1 Receiver Test — by Clint DeBoer — last modified August 30, 2004 20:00

Tech Article: Handling Various Bass Management Dilemmas — by Gene DellaSala — last modified March 06, 2007 18:03

Tech Article: Equal Power Ratings Don't Mean Equal Power? — by Clint DeBoer — last modified August 30, 2004 20:00

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