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<rss version="2.0"><channel><title>Audioholics Reviews and News from Audioholics</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com</link><description>Where audio and video equipment undergoes rigorous objective and subjective tests by our staff, ensuring that marketing slogans aren't the only guidelines for your home theater choices.</description><lastBuildDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2009 10:00:00 -0000</lastBuildDate><item><title>Panamax-Furman MIW-XT Remote Power Review</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/panamax-furman-miw-xt-remote-power</link><description>If you want a flat panel to "float" on a wall, you're going to need to run power to it without risking burning down the house. The MIW-XT is an all-in-one solution that might just fit your needs. With a dedicated power run and a space for a Decora-style insert, adaptor for keystone inserts, or a rubber grommet passthrough, the MIW-XT can accommodate your power and cabling needs.</description><pubDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2009 10:00:00 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/cables/panamax-furman-miw-xt-remote-power</guid><category>Cables &amp; Switchers</category><category>Pro Reviews</category></item><item><title>Gefen HDMI v1.3 CAT-5/6 ELR Future Proof Extender</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/gefen-hdmi-1.3-cat-5-elr-extender</link><description>For some technical or licensing reason, Gefen cannot apparently call this an HDMI 1.4 product, likely due to the fact that it wasn't certified as such when it headed into final production. They do, however call it an HDMI 1.3 product that is "Future-Proof" with support for HDMI 1.4, allowing Ethernet support and the return audio channel functionality. The HDMI v1.3 CAT-5 Extra Long Range (ELR) Extender allows installers, with just one CAT-5e or CAT-6 cable, to carry the 1080p full HD resolutions of HDMI with Ethernet and IR back channel up to 330 feet (100m) in distance.</description><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2009 00:30:35 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/cables/gefen-hdmi-1.3-cat-5-elr-extender</guid><category>Cables &amp; Switchers</category><category>Pro Reviews</category></item><item><title>IOGEAR HDMI Control Center First Look</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/iogear-hdmi-control-center</link><description>Listen up control freaks! IOGEAR has your number. As long as that number is no more than four, because that’s the number of ports on IOGEAR’s latest effort to bring unity to your HDMI based A/V system. It’s an interesting product already dropping out of the CEDIA 2009 Expo: IOGEAR HDMI Control Center, and it looks like the complete solution if you find yourself in need of a few HDMI ports. But be warned, it ain’t your father’s 4-port-HDMI switch.</description><pubDate>Wed, 09 Sep 2009 18:35:00 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/cables/iogear-hdmi-control-center</guid><category>Cables &amp; Switchers</category><category>Pro Reviews</category></item><item><title>Netgear's Home Theater Internet Connection Kit</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/netgears-home-theater-internet-connection-kit</link><description>Netgear's Home Theater Internet Connection Kit (XAV1004/XAV101) is a powerline solution much like the Belkin we reviewed last year. Both units cost $179.99, claim a throughput of 200Mbps, multiple inputs, and really easy installation. The difference? The Belkin is prettier but the Netgear Home Theater Internet Connection Kit has more inputs.</description><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2009 13:00:00 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/cables/netgears-home-theater-internet-connection-kit</guid><category>Cables &amp; Switchers</category><category>Pro Reviews</category></item><item><title>Cat5e Component Video/Digital Audio Extender</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/cat5e-component-video-digital-audio-extender</link><description>Distributed audio may not be the sexiest of AV topics, but when you need it, you really need it. Ram Electronics is now offering Audio Authority Component Video and Digital Audio extenders that can send signals up to 700 feet over Cat5e unpowered, or up to 1000 feet by providing power. When you start pricing preterminated cables, you'll quickly find that the SCP-11 baluns represent quite a value even for much shorter than their maximum distances.</description><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2009 02:00:00 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/cables/cat5e-component-video-digital-audio-extender</guid><category>Cables &amp; Switchers</category><category>Pro Reviews</category></item><item><title>Atlona Technologies HDAiR USB to HDMI Wirelessly</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/atlona-technologies-hdair-usb-to-hdmi-wirelessly</link><description>The Atlona Technologies HDAiR is a wireless USB to HDMI or VGA adapter designed to bring your computer content directly to your home theater without the hassle of wires. The HDAiR is capable of transmitting up to 720p resolutions 30 ft via a UWB signal. The downside? No audio.</description><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2009 07:55:00 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/cables/atlona-technologies-hdair-usb-to-hdmi-wirelessly</guid><category>Cables &amp; Switchers</category><category>Pro Reviews</category></item><item><title>Monoprice Component &amp; S/PDIF Digital Coax/Optical Toslink Audio to HDMI Converter Review</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/monoprice-component-hdmi-converter</link><description>With changing technology, people often come up with problems that require very specialized solutions. If you need a product like the Monoprice Component &amp; S/PDIF Digital Coax/Optical Toslink Audio to HDMI Converter, you really need it. While the unit isn't without its quirks, it does perform (mostly) as advertised. If you're tired of having to switch inputs on your display but don't want to upgrade your TV/receiver, the Component &amp; S/PDIF Digital Coax/Optical Toslink Audio to HDMI Converter might be just what you're looking for.</description><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2009 07:20:00 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/cables/monoprice-component-hdmi-converter</guid><category>Cables &amp; Switchers</category><category>Pro Reviews</category></item><item><title>GefenTV Wireless HDMI Extender 5 GHz Review</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/gefentv-wireless-hdmi-extender-5-ghz-review</link><description>GefenTV uses wireless 802.11n to do its thing and operates in the unlicensed 5GHz band to transmit HDTV. For sure the GefenTV isn't for everyone; if your HDTV isn't wall mounted or your A/V components aren't separated away from the display, there's little need to pay this price just to hide the cables. But if you're looking to cut loose without giving up on HD, it sure beats running cables under carpets or along baseboards, or poking holes in walls or ceilings. So while it might be called a "one-trick pony", it's fair to say that the GefenTV does a competent job of delivering high-definition video and multichannel audio through the airwaves.
</description><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2009 10:00:00 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/cables/gefentv-wireless-hdmi-extender-5-ghz-review</guid><category>Cables &amp; Switchers</category><category>Pro Reviews</category></item><item><title>Monster "Super Thin" HDMI Cables</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/monster-super-thin-hdmi-cables</link><description>Monster Cable has come out with what looks to be a truly innovative product. We've seen fat cables and flat cables, cables of all colors, finishes, and lengths. We've tested cables, we've reviewed cables, and we've talked about them to no end. But, for the first time, at least since VizionWire went belly-up, we're seeing a truly thin HDMI cable. At only 3.5mm in diameter (the size of the jack on your headphones), it really is significantly thinner than everything else out there. Monster says it is around 65% thinner than normal HDMI cables! Now that's thin!</description><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2009 13:19:54 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/cables/monster-super-thin-hdmi-cables</guid><category>Cables &amp; Switchers</category><category>Pro Reviews</category></item><item><title>Ram Electronics HS Speaker Cable Review</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/ram-electronics-hs-speaker</link><description>The Ram Electronics HS series of cables is built on the tried but true Canare 4S11 cable. Since before working for Audioholics the Canare 4S11 cables have been my preferred choice for speaker cables. They may not be the best choice for tight spaces or in-wall runs but they look a lot better than the Belden alternative and generally have a lot of weight and heft to them. They just feel like quality. Ram Electronics is giving you access to these cables with top of the line termination options. While you can find some brands for cheaper, if you're looking for the best construction, looks, and components, the HS cables are for you.</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2009 12:25:00 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/cables/ram-electronics-hs-speaker</guid><category>Cables &amp; Switchers</category><category>Pro Reviews</category></item><item><title>Atlona Tech AT-HD570 HDMI (1.3) Audio De-Embedder</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/atlona-tech-at-hd570</link><description>The AT-HD570 HDMI Audio De-Embedder works with HDMI 1.3 and will strip the audio portion off while maintaining the video. You can output the audio either via TOSLink or analogue while sending the video to your display via the included HDMI output. The technology isn't without its limitations, however. </description><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2009 04:30:00 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/cables/atlona-tech-at-hd570</guid><category>Cables &amp; Switchers</category><category>Pro Reviews</category></item><item><title>Kimber Kable 4PR &amp; 8PR Speaker Cable Review</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/kimber-kable-8pr</link><description>I am a big fan of the Kimber 8PR speaker cables.   I fell in love with their banana terminations and the quality of materials used in this product.  If you are on the market for high end exotic cables and your goal is transparency over glorified tone controls, then I highly recommend the Kimber 8PR speaker cables.  It’s refreshing to find an exotic cable vendor that discloses all performance metrics of their products, doesn’t wrap them in snake oil and delivers a reference level performing product that scores high in pride of ownership.  

</description><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2009 02:32:13 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/cables/kimber-kable-8pr</guid><category>Cables &amp; Switchers</category><category>Pro Reviews</category></item><item><title>Cables To Go TruLink™ Wireless USB to VGA Adapter Kit Review</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/trulink</link><description>USB has highly impacted our way of interacting with computer devices.  With the modern wireless craze, it was only a matter of time before we’d be streaming our video without the need of obtrusive cables. The Cables to Go TruLink™ USB to VGA Adaptor kit provides a solution which can eliminate annoying computer cables.  It relies on a wired USB to VGA adapter, factory-coupled to a wireless USB adapter.  Can this be the answer for your wireless streaming needs?  Read the review to find out.  </description><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2009 00:00:00 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/cables/trulink</guid><category>Cables &amp; Switchers</category><category>Pro Reviews</category></item><item><title>Planet Waves ZM Series Cables &amp; Custom Installation Kit</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/planet-waves-zm-series-installation-kit</link><description>The Planet Waves Custom Installation Tool Kit comes with a Planet Waves Triple Cutter and a Screwdriver. The Triple Cutter is designed to cut single, dual and triple coax runs and is designed to fit comfortably in the hand and be used safely. Planet Waves has also put out a new line of high-end connectors, dubbed the ZM Series which are actually two-parts: a base which fastens to the coaxial cable and a "tip" which screws onto the base. If you're jumping ahead, you've probably figured out what took me only 10 short seconds to realize - the tips are interchangeable. This is a one-two punch that is revolutionizing the way we handle making custom interconnects.</description><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2009 08:00:00 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/cables/planet-waves-zm-series-installation-kit</guid><category>Cables &amp; Switchers</category><category>Pro Reviews</category></item><item><title>PowerBridge Total Solution Slim-Line In-wall Power Kit</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/powerbridge-slim-in-wall-power-kit</link><description>I'm amazed at the number of flat panel TVs that are purchased by friends and family, only to be placed on top of traditional furniture. I mean, isn't a flat panel designed to be hung on the wall? I think so, but then there's the issue of unsightly cables dangling down from the set to the equipment below. Well HD-Products, Inc solves this with their line of PowerBridge products. The Total Solution Slim-Line system’s primary function is used to hide all of your power, audio, video, and coaxial cables behind the wall - where they belong.  I elected to use this system to get rid of the clutter of cables and even the power cord that hung down from my wall-mounted Samsung 40-inch flat screen TV. It's the perfect solution to eliminate cables lying around on the floor, or dangling from your components for a cleaner look - the way a flat panel was meant to be.</description><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2009 12:35:17 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/cables/powerbridge-slim-in-wall-power-kit</guid><category>Cables &amp; Switchers</category><category>Pro Reviews</category></item><item><title>Ram Electronics I-Extreme iPod Cable Review</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/ram-i-extreme</link><description>iPods have become a symbol of status among the young and old alike. Who doesn’t have an iPod these days? Heck, I have one and I barely use it. Do you need a high end iPod cable? I suppose that depends on who you are. While competitor cables can be found for much less, they don't have the aesthetics and component quality of the Ram Electronics I-Extreme cable. Plus, who else can brag about the medical grade silver solder in their iPod cable?</description><pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2009 13:40:00 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/cables/ram-i-extreme</guid><category>Cables &amp; Switchers</category><category>Pro Reviews</category></item><item><title>Atlona Technologies AT-HDPiX USB to HDMI Adaptor</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/atlona-at-hdpix-usb-hdmi-adaptor</link><description>Ever want to connect an HDTV or projector with HDMI to your laptop or computer? No? Well use your imagination, because Atlona Technologies deployed its new USB to HDMI adaptor, dubbed the AT-HDPiX. This new solution is designed to add a HDMI port to any computer (Mac or PC) and has almost limitless applications in both consumer and commercial environments. All you need is an available USB 2.0 port (and an external power supply is not needed).</description><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2009 08:00:00 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/cables/atlona-at-hdpix-usb-hdmi-adaptor</guid><category>Cables &amp; Switchers</category><category>Pro Reviews</category></item><item><title>Flatwire 120 VAC - On Wall Power for Flatpanels and More</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/flatwire-120-vac</link><description>EXTREMELY prototype but also EXTREMELY cool, Flatwire 120 VAC really got us excited. 120 VAC is an extremely thin on wall power solution that provides 110/220 VAC in 14, 16 and 18 gauge equivalences. The cable is 15- or 20-amp rated, 8 mils thin (about the thickness of a business card), highly flexible (for making turns), and has a paintable/wall-paperable surface. The demo Flatwire showed had the wire run on the wall AND had a person put a nail through it without dying. </description><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2009 06:45:00 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/cables/flatwire-120-vac</guid><category>Cables &amp; Switchers</category><category>Pro Reviews</category></item><item><title>Accell Locking HDMI Cable</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/accell-locking-hdmi-cable</link><description>Accell debuted their new patent pending Locking HDMI cable at CES this year. Accell designed the product after receiving lots of feedback that installers, after an installation, will often receive a call that their customer’s system is no longer working. Often they discover that an HDMI cable had simply come loose or fallen out of a device. When the Accell connector is inserted into the HDMI port, it automatically locks into place. To release, users simply pull back on the cable’s connector casing to unlock and remove the cable. </description><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2009 06:21:02 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/cables/accell-locking-hdmi-cable</guid><category>Cables &amp; Switchers</category><category>Pro Reviews</category></item><item><title>FlatWire "Invisible" HDMI</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/flatwire-invisible-hdmi</link><description>FlatWire, known for their "Invisible Wire Solutions", announced it will begin taking pre-orders for the world’s only flat variable length termination high-definition multimedia interface (HDMI) emulation cable. FlatWire is “invisible” wiring that “disappears” into a wall’s surface using standard drywall finishing methods. </description><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2009 03:30:00 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/cables/flatwire-invisible-hdmi</guid><category>Cables &amp; Switchers</category><category>Pro Reviews</category></item><item><title>RTcom HS-88M HDMI Matrix Router</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/rtcom-hs-88m-hdmi-matrix-router</link><description>RTcom USA showed off the new the HS-88M high-definition multimedia interface (HDMI) Matrix Router. This is an 8x8 matrix routing switcher that can simultaneously route any of 8 HDMI inputs to 8 outputs. This makes it one of the industry's first fully digital routing matrix switchers. At $7,499 this isn't exactly a "consumer" electronics product so much as it is a brilliant solution for truly high-end whole home applications. </description><pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2009 15:25:00 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/cables/rtcom-hs-88m-hdmi-matrix-router</guid><category>Cables &amp; Switchers</category><category>Pro Reviews</category></item><item><title>Intelix Show Us that HDMI + IR over Cat = Awesome</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/intelix-hdmi-ir-over-cat5e-cat6</link><description>Intelix LLC showed off their DIGI-HDMI-IR, a professional-grade twisted pair extender which distributes HDMI and IR signals up to 150 feet. Let's just simplify this one. While not a cheap solution at $350, it is good up to 150 feet over Cat5e or Cat6 for 1080i (100 feet for 1080p - a working HDMI 1.3 cable at that length is probably going to cost more), is HDCP compliant, supports 1080p, and is protected against electrostatic distortion. The cool functions are numerous. First, you only have to power one side (the destignation). Second, it has diagnostic LEDs on both the send and receive units which will come in handy so that you'll know that your connection is working so you won't have to run all the way across the house. Lastly, the simultaneous IR transmission.</description><pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2009 15:20:00 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/cables/intelix-hdmi-ir-over-cat5e-cat6</guid><category>Cables &amp; Switchers</category><category>Pro Reviews</category></item><item><title>HDTV Cable Kit For Dummies</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/hdtv-cable-kit-for-dummies</link><description>Cables To Go showed off their new HDTV Cable Kit For Dummies and HDTV Premium Cable Kit For Dummies. What? Two kits? Shoot, I'm already more confused... These kits provide consumers a complete, end-to-end solution that features the cables needed for multiple high-definition connections and the practical knowledge necessary to quickly and easily connect home entertainment components.</description><pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2009 15:20:00 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/cables/hdtv-cable-kit-for-dummies</guid><category>Cables &amp; Switchers</category><category>Pro Reviews</category></item><item><title>GefenTV Ethernet over Power Lines or Coax Cable Extender</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/gefentv-ethernet-over-power-lines-coax</link><description>GefenTV will send your Ethernet over Powerlines or Coax for $200. Plus, it gives you a four port input so that you can run all those web-enabled devices in your home theater. No matter what you have in the walls, GefenTV has a solution for you. </description><pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2009 15:15:00 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/cables/gefentv-ethernet-over-power-lines-coax</guid><category>Cables &amp; Switchers</category><category>Pro Reviews</category></item><item><title>Belkin Powerline AV+ Networking Adapters Review</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/belkin-powerline-av-plus</link><description>Belkin grabbed my attention with the Powerline AV+ Networking Adapters. This is an "over your existing power lines" solution to the problem of connecting your home theater to your router. The big selling point for me was that the Powerline AV+ not only connects your home theater to your office, but acts as a hub so that you can connect three devices to one port router! Belkin has hit the ball out of the park with the Powerline AV+. As more and more devices are requiring access to your router, I predict the Powerline AV+ will soon become a staple in many a living room. </description><pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2008 14:18:55 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/cables/belkin-powerline-av-plus</guid><category>Cables &amp; Switchers</category><category>Pro Reviews</category></item><item><title>IOGEAR Powerline Stereo Audio System Review</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/iogear-powerline-stereo-audio-system</link><description>I'm always on the lookout for new ways to connect up speakers (especially those pesky rear speakers) so when IOGEAR connected me to review their Powerline Stereo Audio System I jumped at the chance. A little known fact (at least to the common consumer) is that "wireless" speakers still need power. The Powerline Stereo Audio System uses those same power wires to transmit audio signals.  I was hoping that I would have a new recommendation to make on Audioholics and AV Rant for multi-room audio or to get sound to the back of your room in a difficult installation. I do, to an extent. With the SRS off, the IOGEAR definitely performed exactly the way I'd hoped. The big problem is the price.</description><pubDate>Mon, 20 Oct 2008 10:35:14 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/cables/iogear-powerline-stereo-audio-system</guid><category>Cables &amp; Switchers</category><category>Pro Reviews</category></item><item><title>Apogee HDMI Products Overview</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/apogee-hdmi-products</link><description>Apogee is a California-based company that specializes in bringing inexpensive Chinese-manufactured HDMI products to the US market. They are positioned primarily for resellers and large quantity purchases by custom installers. We found their products to be a mixed bag. While their cables looked adequate and their mini HDMI switch was a really neat product, we actually received a non-functioning HDMI splitter that had a piece of plastic rattling around inside. Apogee is also the name of a well-known DSP audio company here in the states - this is NOT that company.</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Sep 2008 15:30:49 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/cables/apogee-hdmi-products</guid><category>Cables &amp; Switchers</category><category>Pro Reviews</category></item><item><title>Custom Install Tech System (CITS) Review</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/custom-install-tech-system-cits</link><description>We did a first look of the Custom Install Tech System (CITS) back in October of 2007 and found it to be an extremely useful product with tons of potential to revolutionize the way many custom installers handled their inventories. This time around we were fortunate enough to be able to give the system a full test-run with a complete Standard system which featured two weatherproof mil-spec roller cases, the Custom Order Application (COA) software, and over $2500 in resalable parts. To say we were a bit overwhelmed would be an understatement.</description><pubDate>Thu, 07 Aug 2008 13:07:37 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/cables/custom-install-tech-system-cits</guid><category>Cables &amp; Switchers</category><category>Pro Reviews</category></item><item><title>USB Superbooster Cat5e Extenders</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/usb-superbooster-cat5e-extenders</link><description>You may not spend hours and hours thinking of new ways to run long lengths of USB cable, but if you need it to occur, then it suddenly becomes the focus of your thoughts. USB has a practical maximum length of just 5 meters. If you're running an equipment room, remotely-located home theater PC, or even just a really long Guitar Hero III cable, then a USB Superbooster is probably something you should investigate.</description><pubDate>Thu, 10 Jul 2008 20:32:08 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/cables/usb-superbooster-cat5e-extenders</guid><category>Cables &amp; Switchers</category><category>Pro Reviews</category></item><item><title>Impact Acoustics 3x5 Component Video Matrix Selector Switch Review</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/impact-acoustics-3x5-component-switch</link><description>You may not need the 3x5 Component Video Matrix Selector Switch (or you may just have a hard time saying it), but there are some that do. The real question is, "Does it work?" The answer is a firm yes. Not only does it perform as advertised, but the interface makes it so easy a… um… well anyone can use it. On top of that, the configuration options are completely open considering that each input can be assigned to each output with a discrete code. So if you have more displays than sources or are thinking of opening up a sports bar, take a close look at the 3x5 Component Video Matrix Selector Switch. </description><pubDate>Tue, 01 Jul 2008 15:40:42 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/cables/impact-acoustics-3x5-component-switch</guid><category>Cables &amp; Switchers</category><category>Pro Reviews</category></item><item><title>Planet Waves DIY Home Theater Cable Making Kits</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/planet-wave-cable-kit</link><description>The Planet Waves DIY Home Theater Kit proved to be a versatile product for the end user and custom installer alike.  It's probably the easiest self terminating system I have come across and is something every home theater aficionado and cable installer should have in their bag of tricks.</description><pubDate>Thu, 24 Apr 2008 17:44:02 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/cables/planet-wave-cable-kit</guid><category>Cables &amp; Switchers</category><category>Pro Reviews</category></item><item><title>Cables To Go USB to Serial DB9 SuperBooster Wall Plate Review</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/usb-to-serial-db9-wall-plate</link><description>The USB to Serial DB9 SuperBooster Wall Plate essentially takes a serial (in HT terms RS-232) signal and converts it to USB. There are plenty of devices that can do this but the Wall Plate has the advantage of being wall mounted and extending the signal over Cat5 up to 150 feet. The USB to Serial DB9 SuperBooster Wall Plate worked exactly as expected, even over 100' of Cat5. If you're in need of a solution like this, you can rest assured that USB to Serial DB9 SuperBooster Wall Plate will work as advertised. With the ease of installation, this is a serious no-brainer for any custom installer.</description><pubDate>Tue, 01 Apr 2008 14:41:06 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/cables/usb-to-serial-db9-wall-plate</guid><category>Cables &amp; Switchers</category><category>Pro Reviews</category></item><item><title>Impact Acoustics Video to PC Converter Review</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/impact-video-to-pc-converter</link><description>Impact Acoustics is single handedly trying to confine me to my office. Take any composite or s-video video source with its accompanied analogue audio and the Video to PC Converter will convert your monitor to a display. All this without software or any other "not allowed by IT" programs. The box is small and unobtrusive which you can easily hide away. It will even deinterlace the picture for you! If you're an employee, this should be on your birthday list, if you're an employer, you should be looking for one to confiscate from your employees… so you can use it in your office.</description><pubDate>Thu, 07 Feb 2008 16:56:00 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/cables/impact-video-to-pc-converter</guid><category>Cables &amp; Switchers</category><category>Pro Reviews</category></item><item><title>DVIGear High Resolution HDMI Cables</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/dvigear-high-resolution-hdmi-cables</link><description>Nobody wants to install an HDMI cable in the wall more than once. DVIGear cables, which cost HALF of what you find in big box stores, are fully UL certified and guaranteed to handle up to 1080p with Deep (12-bit) Color up to 7.5 meters. That's yummy.</description><pubDate>Wed, 06 Feb 2008 19:53:52 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/cables/dvigear-high-resolution-hdmi-cables</guid><category>Cables &amp; Switchers</category><category>Pro Reviews</category></item><item><title>RTcom HDMI over Cat-5</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/rtcom-hdcat-5</link><description>The RTcom booth was showing off their HDMI over CAT-5 box (which seemed to be a theme at CES this year). The box is so new, they didn't have any information on it. The engineer we spoke to said it would support 1080/60p at 30 meters. Don't quote him (or us) on that. It could be more or less. There was a language barrier going on during that conversation.</description><pubDate>Fri, 11 Jan 2008 21:33:02 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/cables/rtcom-hdcat-5</guid><category>Cables &amp; Switchers</category><category>Pro Reviews</category></item><item><title>Radiient Roomcaster</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/radiient-roomcaster</link><description>Radiient Technologies showed off its entry into the wireless audio market today at CES. Roomcaster, a new UWB-based audio network technology, is touted to enable true wireless surround sound that is impervious to signal disruptions. The demo was anything but pristine with dropouts and static galore. While we're sure the product will work better than the demo (eventually), it was a bit disappointing.</description><pubDate>Fri, 11 Jan 2008 21:13:55 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/cables/radiient-roomcaster</guid><category>Cables &amp; Switchers</category><category>Pro Reviews</category></item><item><title>Hitachi Wireless HDTV Distribution Network</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/hitachi-wireless-hdtv-distribution-network</link><description>Hitachi decided that they'd like to introduce their own brand of wireless HDTV with the Wireless HDTV Distribution Network. With other manufacturers looking at only one source, Hitachi is attempting to do up to three. The Wireless HDTV Distribution Network utilizes an 802.11n network that claim whole house coverage. Hitachi is touting that a user friendly interface, QoS error correction, and best channel selection. The box is still a prototype and there is no word when we might see this technology in the future.</description><pubDate>Wed, 09 Jan 2008 09:11:31 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/cables/hitachi-wireless-hdtv-distribution-network</guid><category>Cables &amp; Switchers</category><category>Pro Reviews</category></item><item><title>Acoustic Research HD-PLC</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/acoustic-research-hd-plc</link><description>As more and more manufacturers try to to get around the HDMI cable, Acoustic Research throws their hat into the ring with their HD-PLC technology. The demo was housed way in a back room. HD-PLC seeks to send an HD signal over your existing power wiring. All you need is a HD-PLC transmitter, an HD-PLC receiver, and a few cables.</description><pubDate>Wed, 09 Jan 2008 08:08:28 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/cables/acoustic-research-hd-plc</guid><category>Cables &amp; Switchers</category><category>Pro Reviews</category></item><item><title>Roomcaster Wireless System</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/roomcaster-wireless-system</link><description>Radiient Technologies announced today at CES Las Vegas its entrée into the wireless audio market with the introduction of Roomcaster, a new UWB-based audio network technology that enables true wireless surround sound that is impervious to signal disruptions. 
</description><pubDate>Tue, 08 Jan 2008 22:07:57 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/cables/roomcaster-wireless-system</guid><category>Cables &amp; Switchers</category><category>Pro Reviews</category></item><item><title>Cables To Go Enhances RapidRun Modular Cabling System</title><link>http://www.audioholics.com/reviews/cables/cables-to-go-rapidrun</link><description>The RapidRun system supports multiple signals over a single cable. In order to upgrade or change equipment, users only need to change the cable terminal, known as the break-away flying lead or break-away wall plate. For example, switching from composite video to high-definition component video would typically require a new cable to be run, but RapidRun only requires a new break-away on the end of the cable.</description><pubDate>Tue, 08 Jan 2008 17:43:53 -0000</pubDate><guid>/reviews/cables/cables-to-go-rapidrun</guid><category>Cables &amp; Switchers</category><category>Pro Reviews</category></item></channel></rss>