HDMI vs Component Cable - Blu-ray Forum

Alaskankaijudude · 01-12-2008, 12:10 AM

I have my HD cable programming via Component Cable. When I first got the HD programming that was my only option. I have a new cable box that does have HDMI output. Is it worth changing from Component to HDMI? I know that cable only broadcasts in 1080i. Besides being able to carry HD audio signals, is there any other difference between HDMI and Component? Does Component only carry 1080i? Thanx very much for any input.

Dan (still learning) M.

crackinhedz · 01-12-2008, 12:37 AM

honestly there is not much difference...or should I say, no real gain with one over the other as far as cable is concerned.

If you have a digital HDTV such as a plasma or LCD, then you should use HDMI (keep it all digital), if you have a Rear Projection CRT then component or HDMI is ok...

Should I use HDMI or Component Cables? Answer here...

real good reading.

and if youre into learning....

HDMI v1.3.. Should I wait for a v1.3 TV?!?

720 or 1080... 1080i or 1080p?? Answers here...

Understanding HDMI cables and why cheap ones work perfectly

some of the most educational reading you will find! RUSirius is the man.

Cory108 · 01-12-2008, 12:38 AM

Yes component only carries 1080i. If you have an open HDMI port, use it. My cable box only puts out 1080i, but using the component cable and then the HDMI, the difference showed.

Games were crisped. HDMI is digital. Component is analog.
HDMI is a pure transfer, while Component signals are split up and put back together.

crackinhedz · 01-12-2008, 12:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Cory108

Yes component only carries 1080i.

actually Component can carry 1080p.

Footloose301 · 01-12-2008, 12:57 AM

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Originally Posted by crackinhedz

actually Component can carry 1080p.

+1 and a clap! You beat me to it

crackinhedz · 01-12-2008, 12:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Footloose301

+1 and a clap! You beat me to it

sorry

Footloose301 · 01-12-2008, 12:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Alaskankaijudude

I have my HD cable programming via Component Cable. When I first got the HD programming that was my only option. I have a new cable box that does have HDMI output. Is it worth changing from Component to HDMI? I know that cable only broadcasts in 1080i. Besides being able to carry HD audio signals, is there any other difference between HDMI and Component? Does Component only carry 1080i? Thanx very much for any input.

Dan (still learning) M.

There will be no difference between the two for the cable box. I install the cable boxes for a living.

Your only benefit will be a single cable connection adding up to a cleaner install.

However, if you're using a home theater system then either run digital coax or optical, or HDMI..... then you'll have dolby digital audio..... your L/R (White/RED) will only give you Dolby Pro Logic.

Footloose301 · 01-12-2008, 01:02 AM

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Originally Posted by crackinhedz

sorry

Yeah most people don't realize this. The cables can carry it, but finding equipment that can successfully utilize 1080P thru components is like finding a needle in a hay stack most times.

DetroitSportsFan · 01-12-2008, 01:50 AM

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Originally Posted by crackinhedz

actually Component can carry 1080p.

It just depends if your TV will accept 1080p over component.

U4K61 · 01-12-2008, 02:01 AM

With analogue component, there there is a D/A and A/D conversion resulting in a loss of black level detail over HDMI, so you are going to have more trouble with dark movies. Also is 1080p to 1080i to 1080p on top of the D/A to A/D if your component video is only 1080i and you set is 1080p.

Brian Cash · 01-12-2008, 02:40 AM

i dont know if this mean my tv can do 1080p or not but when i play xbox i have set to 1080p and it shows up and says 1080p

jcs913 · 01-12-2008, 04:02 AM

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Originally Posted by crackinhedz

actually Component can carry 1080p.

It can carry the signal, but it will not display with full resolution on most monitors. Some of the newer monitors can display 1080P full through component, but the majority of older 1080P monitors will not.

Forresttheman · 01-12-2008, 04:11 AM

I think component only supports 720?

crackinhedz · 01-12-2008, 04:18 AM

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Originally Posted by jcs913

It can carry the signal, but it will not display with full resolution on most monitors. Some of the newer monitors can display 1080P full through component, but the majority of older 1080P monitors will not.

thats where the word "can" comes into play. thanks.

Quote:

Originally Posted by crackinhedz

actually Component can carry 1080p.

weather your TV supports 1080p over Component is a different question.

Jokerboy649 · 01-12-2008, 04:54 AM

Thanks for the info guys this has made me want to get an HDMI cable now. What cable do you recommend for my PS3?

JasonR · 01-12-2008, 04:55 AM

www.monoprice.com

Jokerboy649 · 01-12-2008, 05:00 AM

Which one on that site do you recommend for my PS3 or are they all fine?

JasonR · 01-12-2008, 05:04 AM

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

Jokerboy649 · 01-12-2008, 05:13 AM

Thanks, just ordered it.

JasonR · 01-12-2008, 05:16 AM

No prob, enjoy!

01-12-2008, 12:10 AM	#1
Alaskankaijudude Active Member Member since:Jan 2008 Blu-ray collection:637 Blu-ray reviews:3	HDMI vs Component Cable I have my HD cable programming via Component Cable. When I first got the HD programming that was my only option. I have a new cable box that does have HDMI output. Is it worth changing from Component to HDMI? I know that cable only broadcasts in 1080i. Besides being able to carry HD audio signals, is there any other difference between HDMI and Component? Does Component only carry 1080i? Thanx very much for any input. Dan (still learning) M.

01-12-2008, 12:37 AM	#2
crackinhedz Super Moderator Member since:Feb 2007 Home Theater Gallery:10 Blu-ray reviews:8 Trading Score:19	honestly there is not much difference...or should I say, no real gain with one over the other as far as cable is concerned. If you have a digital HDTV such as a plasma or LCD, then you should use HDMI (keep it all digital), if you have a Rear Projection CRT then component or HDMI is ok... Should I use HDMI or Component Cables? Answer here... real good reading. and if youre into learning.... HDMI v1.3.. Should I wait for a v1.3 TV?!? 720 or 1080... 1080i or 1080p?? Answers here... Understanding HDMI cables and why cheap ones work perfectly some of the most educational reading you will find! RUSirius is the man. Last edited by crackinhedz; 01-12-2008 at 12:39 AM.

01-12-2008, 02:01 AM	#10
U4K61 Special Member Member since:Mar 2007 Location:Connecticut Blu-ray collection:40 Blu-ray reviews:4	With analogue component, there there is a D/A and A/D conversion resulting in a loss of black level detail over HDMI, so you are going to have more trouble with dark movies. Also is 1080p to 1080i to 1080p on top of the D/A to A/D if your component video is only 1080i and you set is 1080p. Last edited by U4K61; 08-11-2008 at 03:02 AM.

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Cory108 Active Member Member since:Dec 2007 Blu-ray collection:63 Blu-ray reviews:1 Trading Score:2	Yes component only carries 1080i. If you have an open HDMI port, use it. My cable box only puts out 1080i, but using the component cable and then the HDMI, the difference showed. Games were crisped. HDMI is digital. Component is analog. HDMI is a pure transfer, while Component signals are split up and put back together.

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Brian Cash Special Member Member since:Dec 2007 Location:Chicago Blu-ray collection:13 Blu-ray reviews:2 Trading Score:3	i dont know if this mean my tv can do 1080p or not but when i play xbox i have set to 1080p and it shows up and says 1080p

01-12-2008, 04:11 AM	#13
Forresttheman Active Member Member since:Apr 2007 Location:Seattle, Washington Blu-ray reviews:2	I think component only supports 720?

01-12-2008, 04:54 AM	#15
Jokerboy649 Senior Member Member since:Nov 2007 Location:Detroit Blu-ray collection:262 Blu-ray reviews:8	Thanks for the info guys this has made me want to get an HDMI cable now. What cable do you recommend for my PS3?

01-12-2008, 04:55 AM	#16
JasonR Super Moderator Top contributor Member since:Nov 2007 Trading Score:12	www.monoprice.com

01-12-2008, 05:00 AM	#17
Jokerboy649 Senior Member Member since:Nov 2007 Location:Detroit Blu-ray collection:262 Blu-ray reviews:8	Which one on that site do you recommend for my PS3 or are they all fine?

01-12-2008, 05:04 AM	#18
JasonR Super Moderator Top contributor Member since:Nov 2007 Trading Score:12	http://www.monoprice.com/products/pr...seq=1&format=2

01-12-2008, 05:13 AM	#19
Jokerboy649 Senior Member Member since:Nov 2007 Location:Detroit Blu-ray collection:262 Blu-ray reviews:8	Thanks, just ordered it.

01-12-2008, 05:16 AM	#20
JasonR Super Moderator Top contributor Member since:Nov 2007 Trading Score:12	No prob, enjoy!

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