StarTech.com 100ft HDMI 2.1 Hybrid Active Optical Cable (AOC) – 8K Ultra High Speed, Plenum Rated, CMP, 48Gbps

StarTech 100ft (30.4m) HDMI 2.1 Hybrid Active Optical Cable (AOC), CMP, Plenum Rated, 8K Ultra High Speed HDMI 2.1/2.0 Cable, 48Gbps

The StarTech.com 8K HDMI 2.1 Hybrid Active Optical Cable (Part Number: 8K-A-100F-HDMI-CABLE) is designed for long-distance, high-performance AV signal transmission in professional environments. Its hybrid construction combines fiber optic cores with copper conductors, enabling reliable transmission of 8K 60Hz video and high-quality audio over distances greater than traditional copper cables. The fiber optic core significantly reduces electromagnetic interference (EMI), ensuring pristine signal quality across extended runs, making it ideal for conference rooms, video walls, and in-wall installations. The copper conductors provide support for low-bandwidth signals such as EDID, HDCP, and eARC, maintaining compliance with HDMI 2.1 specifications while supporting features like HDR10+ with 12-bit processing, enabling vibrant, detailed images with high dynamic range. The cable's design incorporates shielding with aluminum-polyester foil and gold-plated connectors rated for over 10,000 insertion cycles, ensuring durability and consistent performance. Reinforced with Aramid strands, the cable withstands over 6,000 bending cycles at 120 degrees, making it flexible enough for tight spaces and complex routing. Its slim 4.6mm (0.18-inch) diameter and plenum-rated (CMP) jacket make it suitable for ceiling, conduit, and in-wall installation in commercial buildings, complying with fire safety standards. The cable is designed to deliver full HDMI 2.1 features, including support for 48Gbps bandwidth, dynamic HDR10+ with 12-bit color depth, eARC for uncompressed 7.1 and 32-channel audio, and Display Stream Compression 1.2a for high-resolution output. Note that this is a unidirectional cable, and correct installation requires matching the source and display labels on the connectors. Backed by a two-year warranty, the StarTech.com HDMI hybrid AOC offers reliable, high-quality connectivity for demanding professional AV setups in space-constrained environments.

Features:

• Designed for long-range transmission: Supports 8K 60Hz video over extended distances with reduced EMI for optimal signal integrity.

• Plenum rated (CMP): Suitable for ceiling, conduit, and in-wall installations in commercial buildings, meeting fire safety standards.

• Full HDMI 2.1 support: Enables Dynamic HDR10+ with 12-bit processing, 48Gbps bandwidth, eARC, and DSC 1.2a for maximum resolution and high-quality audio.

• Robust construction: Gold-plated connectors rated for over 10,000 insertion cycles; fiber optic core reinforced with Aramid strands for tensile strength.

• Flexible and durable design: Slim 0.18-inch diameter with over 6,000 bending cycles at 120 degrees, ensuring longevity in tight spaces.