I'm I just crazy HDMI? - Blu-ray Forum

Deech · 11-07-2009, 01:46 PM

I have never bought into monster cable's bs until I seen this cable:

Monster M2000 HDMI Hyper Speed 21 Gbps v1.3 - All in a NF {No Frills} package only

Features
Proprietary ultra low loss solid core conductors.
Proprietary expanded teflon dielectric flattens frequency response for superior picture and sound.
3D Ready True 16bit color
192/24 Altimate Audio
Corrosion-resistant 24k gold contacts ISF certified
480HZ refresh rate Hyper Speed - 21Gbps.
Certified for in-wall use UL CL-2 jacket.
Ultimate picture and sound from larger HDTVs, advanced projectors, and high definition AV sources

I bought this on ebay for a great price. I replaced my monoprice HDMI 1.3a cable from my ps3 and I can't believe the difference. The pic almost looks 3D it is so clear and crisp looking. So am I just seeing things or could this HDMI cable really be that good? Thanks!

http://www.shopallmonster.com/nav/Mo...Xi4=&pid=25816

Suntory_Times · 11-07-2009, 01:51 PM

I would say you're just getting the placebo effect. Another possibility is you're past hdmi chord was faulty.

Deech · 11-07-2009, 01:55 PM

Ok, I was also wondering what this means: 480HZ refresh rate Hyper Speed - 21Gbps... how does a cable do anything with a refresh rate? My tv refresh rate is 240HZ but thats the tv so why would a cable need a refresh rate? what refreshes in a cable? If this question even makes sence?

Steve · 11-07-2009, 02:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Deech

Ok, I was also wondering what this means: 480HZ refresh rate Hyper Speed - 21Gbps... how does a cable do anything with a refresh rate? My tv refresh rate is 240HZ but thats the tv so why would a cable need a refresh rate? what refreshes in a cable? If this question even makes sence?

That's part of the marketing BS of Monster. A cable has nothing to do with refresh rate. As you yourself have already noted, the refresh rate is exclusive to the display.

Deech · 11-07-2009, 02:04 PM

Thanks!

Hammie · 11-07-2009, 04:58 PM

Also, there is nothing that will send 21Gbps of data. Current BD technology is less than 5 Gbps.

Steve · 11-07-2009, 04:59 PM

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Originally Posted by louhamilton

Also, there is nothing that will send 21Gbps of data. Current BD technology is less than 5 Gbps.

Another good point, and another perfect example of why the 'benefits' printed on a Monster cable's package mean very little or nothing at all.

jc480 · 11-07-2009, 05:30 PM

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Originally Posted by louhamilton

Also, there is nothing that will send 21Gbps of data. Current BD technology is less than 5 Gbps.

Fiber Optic cable won't burst this?

langn08 · 11-07-2009, 05:34 PM

$140 for 4 feet!!

Deech · 11-07-2009, 05:42 PM

Thanks for the replys, I bought the cable new on ebay for 30 bucks.

Hammie · 11-07-2009, 06:13 PM

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Originally Posted by jc480

Fiber Optic cable won't burst this?

I meant there is no media that sends at 21Gbps that would utilize HDMI.

If you are talking Optical Carrier, then the current OC-192 is only 10Gbps. There is an OC-768, which is 40Gbps, but I only know of two current production deployments -- AT&T and TAT-14 Transatlantic Cable. These are both core network deployments and not customer facing connections.

zedd_117 · 11-07-2009, 06:42 PM

Also, As you can see here Monster doesn't even make an M2000 cable.

Sorry man, looks like you've been had.

quest88 · 11-07-2009, 06:48 PM

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Originally Posted by zedd_117

Also, As you can see here Monster doesn't even make an M2000 cable.

Sorry man, looks like you've been had.

freaking awesome

zedd_117 · 11-07-2009, 06:51 PM

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Originally Posted by quest88

freaking awesome

Sadly as a Monster Fanboy, i was more excited to see a new product to come out, then disappointed that it was a hoax.
I never paid retail, just had friends that work for Best Buy, so got the employee discount + friend's trouble charge.

DJC · 11-07-2009, 11:09 PM

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Originally Posted by zedd_117

Sadly as a Monster Fanboy, i was more excited to see a new product to come out, then disappointed that it was a hoax.
I never paid retail, just had friends that work for Best Buy, so got the employee discount + friend's trouble charge.

It's not a hoax. Monster is just horrible at updating their website. monstercable.ca doesn't have any M-Series at all. The only thing that seems odd to me is the price of $30. Hope it's not a fake.

http://www.monstercable.com/press/vi...sp?Article=179

moviefan · 11-08-2009, 01:36 AM

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Originally Posted by fireman325

Another good point, and another perfect example of why the 'benefits' printed on a Monster cable's package mean very little or nothing at all.

It means a lot to the proce tag!

11-07-2009, 01:46 PM	#1
Deech Member Member since:Jul 2007 Location:Cleveland, Ohio Blu-ray reviews: 1	I'm I just crazy HDMI? I have never bought into monster cable's bs until I seen this cable: Monster M2000 HDMI Hyper Speed 21 Gbps v1.3 - All in a NF {No Frills} package only Features Proprietary ultra low loss solid core conductors. Proprietary expanded teflon dielectric flattens frequency response for superior picture and sound. 3D Ready True 16bit color 192/24 Altimate Audio Corrosion-resistant 24k gold contacts ISF certified 480HZ refresh rate Hyper Speed - 21Gbps. Certified for in-wall use UL CL-2 jacket. Ultimate picture and sound from larger HDTVs, advanced projectors, and high definition AV sources I bought this on ebay for a great price. I replaced my monoprice HDMI 1.3a cable from my ps3 and I can't believe the difference. The pic almost looks 3D it is so clear and crisp looking. So am I just seeing things or could this HDMI cable really be that good? Thanks! http://www.shopallmonster.com/nav/Mo...Xi4=&pid=25816

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11-07-2009, 01:51 PM	#2
Suntory_Times Blu-ray Champion Member since:Mar 2008 Location:The Grid Blu-ray reviews:16 Trading Score:23	I would say you're just getting the placebo effect. Another possibility is you're past hdmi chord was faulty.

11-07-2009, 01:55 PM	#3
Deech Member Member since:Jul 2007 Location:Cleveland, Ohio Blu-ray reviews: 1	Ok, I was also wondering what this means: 480HZ refresh rate Hyper Speed - 21Gbps... how does a cable do anything with a refresh rate? My tv refresh rate is 240HZ but thats the tv so why would a cable need a refresh rate? what refreshes in a cable? If this question even makes sence?

11-07-2009, 02:04 PM	#5
Deech Member Member since:Jul 2007 Location:Cleveland, Ohio Blu-ray reviews: 1	Thanks!

11-07-2009, 04:58 PM	#6
Hammie Blu-ray Champion Top ranked HT gallery Top contributor Member since:May 2008 Location:Washington, DC Metro Home Theater Gallery:53 Blu-ray collection:545 DVD collection:12 Trading Score:12	Also, there is nothing that will send 21Gbps of data. Current BD technology is less than 5 Gbps.

11-07-2009, 05:34 PM	#9
langn08 Expert Member Member since:Jan 2009 Location:Fox Cities WI Home Theater Gallery:14 Blu-ray collection:373 Trading Score:6	$140 for 4 feet!!

11-07-2009, 05:42 PM	#10
Deech Member Member since:Jul 2007 Location:Cleveland, Ohio Blu-ray reviews: 1	Thanks for the replys, I bought the cable new on ebay for 30 bucks.

11-07-2009, 06:42 PM	#12
zedd_117 Expert Member Member since:Oct 2008 Location:Monessen, PA Blu-ray collection:353 Trading Score:3	Also, As you can see here Monster doesn't even make an M2000 cable. Sorry man, looks like you've been had.

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