VIDEO CABLES:

#SDI: Stands for Serial Digital Interface. This is a coaxial cable with twist-lock BNC connectors used in broadcast & film for its ability to run a clean HD & 4K signal hundreds (and sometimes thousands) of feet. 1080i SDI can run 100 Metres without a booster, DA, or repeater. SDI Can also be used to transmit Raw video signals.

#6G-SDI: While not yet an STMPE industry standard, it is a newly developed technology better capable of handling the growing resolution demands of video products. 6G and 12G SDI can support 4K 30P and 60P respectively. Length of SDI cable that you can use is dramatically reduced by approximately 50% in each case

#HDMI: Stands for High Definition Multimedia Interface. Transfers HD & 4K signals. Inexpensive, high data transfer rates, and a variety of connectors make it a popular cable in home entertainment, film, and broadcast. However, it's limited to a maximum certified length of about 40 feet. This makes HDMI better suited to connecting monitors & external recorders versus long runs to switchers. Not all ports and cables support the new standards especially be careful with adapters many are only 1.2 compliant. Older 1.4 standard is primarily for HD devices up to 60P (1.2 only did 60i) Mac distance without a booster, DA or repeater is about 50 feet. Newer HDMI 2.0 supports 4K @ 6G 30P or 12G 60P again cable lengths are dramatically reduced in each case

Micro & Mini HDMI: Due to the popularity of DSLR video and smaller cameras - smaller HDMI connectors have been developed. However, due to the connector's small components, there is a greater risk of damaging either your cable end or HDMI port in your camera. To prevent this, it is highly recommended that you use a camera cage or a stand alone HDMI port protector. Damaged HDMI port repairs can be very costly.

AUDIO:

#XLR: XLR is an industry standard for balanced analog audio or Digital AES connection . In this case, balanced audio means that there are complementary signals running through the line that balanced out any frequency noise created by the cable or component that it's attached to. Using an XLR cable, when applicable, gives you a cleaner audio signal with less noise.

1/4": Most popularly used on instruments and some microphones. Does not have noise signal dampening qualities so it's best suited to instruments versus microphones. The jacks come in 2 types Mono (unbalanced) or TRS tip ring sleeve balanced connections used for mic line or headphone.

3.5mm: The classic headphone jack - and also found on DSLR audio-in ports. Its small size allows it to be used on more compact cameras, but comes at a cost of long term durability and increased signal noise over XLR and 1/4". You need to know what type of device you are connecting typically for short runs under 12 ft due to unbalanced picking up hum.

POWER:
12AWG A/C Extension Cable: A film and broadcast standard - this black cable usually runs in 25 or 50-foot lengths. It is made up of 12/3 cable that is rated for up to 15 amps. Some have sealed ends that are water and dust proof.

It's common in the film industry to tie a small length of sash to one end that can be used to tie up the whole cable for transport and storage. It's also imperative that you wrap the cable in an over-under fashion to prevent kinks, knots, and damage. The over under also facilitates quick uncoiling during time sensitive situations.

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