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Old 09-12-07, 08:39 AM
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What cable do I get?

I just bought a Sony 46 inch LCD XBR4 model and now I need an HDMI cable. I looked on the monoprice site because I want to order from them but all the choices of HDMI cables has me confused. I only need a 6 foot one but which is best or does it really matter? Any help would be appreciated. Thanks!

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Here you go:

http://www.monoprice.com/products/pr...ormat=2&style=
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Really? That's all I need? I see some there for like $20 so I figured those were better. Not so?

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The other cables tend to fit into one of two categories: in-wall installation, and HDMI v1.3.

I doubt there's many people who can actually take full advantage of v1.3 right now. So, yeah, that's all you need.
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However, if your TV is equipped with HDMI v1.3 and you think you'll be connecting it to v1.3 devices in the future, you may want to spend the extra money and get a v1.3 cable: http://www.monoprice.com/products/pr...seq=1&format=2

Even at $21.20, it's a steal considering what stores charge for HDMI cables.
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Ok great guys thanks for the info. I'm no longer confused.
One more quick question. Can anyone recommend a good component cable from the monoprice site?

Thanks!

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Right here:
http://www.monoprice.com/products/pr...seq=1&format=2

The cheaper cable is ok, but the connectors are cheesy.

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