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Braided Metal HDMI Active Optical Cable
The Braided Metal HDMI Active Optical Cable is a directional active optical HDMI cable designed for long video runs where ordinary copper HDMI suffers signal loss and bulk. It is recognized by a braided metal source/display connector-housing design, and uses optical conversion at each end to carry uncompressed AV over a lightweight jacket. It is intended for AV integrators, distributors and OEM programs that need a clean source-to-display link across rooms, racks and ceilings.
This long-run fiber HDMI link is part of our HDMI active optical cable family from TOCP Fiber. Looking for a related shell? See the Classic Black 4K HDMI Active Optical Cable or the Classic Black 8K HDMI 2.1 Active Optical Cable for comparison.
Product Overview
Built as a hybrid optical assembly, this cable keeps the sensitive high-speed video pairs on fiber while a small copper line carries power and auxiliary signals to the active modules. The connector shell follows a braided metal source/display connector-housing design, and the two ends are clearly marked so installers can seat the source plug in the source device and the display plug in the screen. Because the jacket is based on fiber rather than thick copper, the cable stays flexible, thin and easy to dress along trusses, in ceilings and through conduit. Performance can be matched to the project, with different active-module versions available for the required resolution and distance.
Key Features
- A braided metal source/display connector-housing design
- Directional HDMI Type-A source connector to HDMI Type-A display connector, with ends clearly labeled
- Hybrid optical signal path: fiber for the high-speed data pairs, copper for power and auxiliary lines
- Active optical modules at both ends for low-loss, long-distance transmission
- High immunity to electromagnetic and RF interference along the fiber section
- Light, thin jacket that is far easier to pull and dress than long copper HDMI
- Multiple connector-shell profiles and colors available for catalogue separation
- Resolution and distance can be selected per project via the matching active-module version
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Cable type | Active Optical HDMI (hybrid fiber + copper) | Fiber core for TMDS, copper for power/DDC |
| Connectors | Directional HDMI Type-A source to HDMI Type-A display | Source and display ends are marked |
| Video support | Resolution matched to ordered active-module version | Depends on validated SKU and devices |
| Bandwidth | Version-dependent; confirm required link rate | Confirm version before publishing numbers |
| Transmission | Optical fiber high-speed pairs | Immune to EMI/RFI on the fiber section |
| Directionality | One-way source to display | Install orientation must be observed |
| Jacket | Flexible black outer jacket (braided on select shells) | Thinner and lighter than long copper |
| Length | Custom OEM lengths available | Quote required project distance |
Applications
- Meeting rooms
- Home theater
- Digital signage
- Control rooms
- Education and event av
Performance & Reliability
Optical conversion at each end keeps the AV signal clean over distance, while the fiber section naturally rejects interference from power cables and racks of equipment. Because the link is directional, seating the source end at the source device is required for correct operation.
Customization & Ordering
As a manufacturer-built assembly, this cable supports OEM and ODM programs: custom lengths, connector-shell colors and print branding can be specified for project and catalogue orders. Send your required distance, connector orientation and shell style to sales@fevelectronics.com for a quotation, and consult our range of active optical HDMI cables for related shell options.
FAQ
Q: What is an active optical HDMI cable?
A: It uses active modules to convert the HDMI signal onto fiber for the long run and back at the display, giving a clean, interference-resistant link over distances copper HDMI cannot reach.
Q: Why are the source and display ends different?
A: The link is directional and the two ends are marked. The connector shell also follows the product design (for example a specific color or profile) so your catalogue SKU stays easy to identify.
Q: Can lengths and connector colors be customized?
A: Yes. OEM/ODM orders can specify length, shell color and printed branding. Contact sales@fevelectronics.com with your project requirements.
Why Choose Us
Choosing this Braided Metal HDMI Active Optical Cable gives AV integrators and private-label buyers a differentiated, long-run HDMI link with a recognizable connector design and reliable optical delivery. For more options, browse the HDMI AOC product category, read our fiber optic cable FAQs, or return to the TOCP Fiber homepage. To start an OEM or volume order, email sales@fevelectronics.com.