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Balanced audio is a method of interconnecting audio equipment using balanced interfaces. Allowing the use of long cables while reducing susceptibility to external noise caused by electromagnetic interference. 

The XLR connector is a type of electrical connector primarily used in professional audio, video, and stage lighting equipment.

22 American Wire Gauge, also referred to as 22AWG, refers to the thickness of the conductors used inside a cable. 22AWG refers to a conductor being 0.64mm thick in its total diameter.

24 American Wire Gauge, also referred to as 24AWG, refers to the thickness of the conductors used inside a cable. 24AWG refers to a conductor being 0.51mm thick in its total diameter.

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High Flex Thermoplastic Elastomer is a blend of hard plastic and soft rubber is used in order to maintain elastic properties making cables more flexible whilst maintaining strength and durability.

HDMI 1.4 is the seventh revision of the HDMI standards. HDMI 1.4 cables and devices must be able to transmit a minimum of 10.2Gbps (Gigabits per second). HDMI 1.4 enabled new features such as HEAC, 3D and the first versions of 4K at 30Hz.

HDMI 2.0 is the tenth revision of HDMI standards. HDMI 2.0 cables and devices must be able to transmit a minimum of 18Gbps (Gigabits per second). This was the first HDMI revision that
truly allowed for the full 4K Ultra HD video bandwidth. HDMI later added High Dynamic Range to the standard in the 2.0a and 2.0b revisions.

HDMI 2.1 Is the latest specification of HDMI which offers higher resolutions and refresh rates including 8K60Hz and 4K120Hz in addition to resolutions up to 10K.
This specification brings on the new Ultra High Speed HDMI Specification which calls for a cable transmission rate of 48Gbps.

4.56 GigaBits per Second is a measurement of data or network transmission speed. 4.56Gbps indicates that the speed of a cable or device is capable of transferring or receiving is 4.56 GigaBits per Second. For HDMI this is the speed to achieve the HDMI Standard Speed Certification.

10.2Gbps is the speed required in the HDMI 1.4 standard. Gigabits per Second is a measurement of data or network transmission speed. 10.2Gbps indicates that the speed of a cable or device is capable of transferring or receiving is 10.2 Gigabits of data per Second.

18Gbps is the speed required in the HDMI 2.0 standard. Gigabits per Second is a measurement of data or network transmission speed. 18Gbps indicates that the speed of a cable or device is capable of transferring or receiving is 18 Gigabits of data per Second.

This icon denotes the 25Gbps maximum achievable bandwidth throughput of the device or cable.

32.4Gbps is a speed most commonly seen for DisplayPort™ 1.4 cables and devices. Gigabits per Second is a measurement of data or network transmission speed. 32.4Gbps indicates that the speed of a cable or device is capable of transferring or receiving is 32.4 Gigabits of data per Second.

This icon denotes the 40Gbps maximum achievable bandwidth throughput of the device or cable.

48Gbps is the latest speed for the newest HDMI standard, HDMI 2.1. Gigabits per Second is a measurement of data or network transmission speed. 48Gbps indicates that the speed of a cable or device is capable of transferring or receiving is 48 Gigabits of data per Second.

This icon denotes the 80Gbps maximum achievable bandwidth throughput of the device or cable.

1080p refers to a vertical screen display or image resolution of approx. 1,080 pixels. The most common 1080p resolution is 1,920 x 1,080 pixels. A 1080p image has 2.07 million pixels (2 megapixels). The “p” stands for progressive scan, which is a method where each horizontal line is scanned consecutively, creating a better viewing experience opposed to interlace scanning.

The resolution of 1080p and frames per second of 60fps, equaling 4.45Gbps, is achievable up to 10 meter lengths. The Kordz ONE Series HDMI is capable of this speed up to 10 meters.

The resolution of 1080p and frames per second of 60fps, equaling 4.45Gbps, is achievable up to 20 meter lengths.

4K Ultra HD refers to a horizontal screen display or image resolution in the order of 4,000 pixels. The most common 4K UHD resolution is 3,840 x 2,160 pixels. A 4K Ultra HD image has 8.3
million pixels (8.3 megapixels). Specifications of 4K UHD varies in professional fields and thus results in different definitions of horizontal pixels x vertical pixels.

This icon states that this HDMI cable is capable of transmitting Ultra HD/4K signal up to 2.4 meters.

This icon states that this HDMI cable is capable of transmitting 4K Ultra HD signal up to 3 meters. Equaling at least 10.2Gbps or more transmission speed up to 3 meters.

This icon states that this HDMI cable is capable of transmitting Ultra HD/4K signals up to 5 meters.

4K 60Hz 4:2:0, refers to the resolution of 4K Ultra HD (3,840 x 2,169 Pixels) + Frame Rate or Refresh rate of 60 Hertz + the Chroma Subsampling of 4:2:0, equaling 8.91Gbps of bandwidth being achievable by a cable or device.

4K 60Hz 4:4:4, refers to the resolution of 4K Ultra HD (3,840 x 2,169 Pixels) + Frame Rate or Refresh rate of 60 Hertz + the Chroma Subsampling of 4:4:4, equaling 17.82Gbps of bandwidth being achievable by a cable or device.

This denotes a cable which is able to output Ultra HD/4K resolutions at frame rates up to 120 frames per second utilising Display Stream Compression, which is a new feature added in the HDMI 2.1 specification.

5K is specific to video shot in anamorphic aspect ratio (2.35:1). You most often see these commercial movie theaters. Videos output in anamorphic typically have a black bar on the top and bottom of the screen. The typical video resolution for 5K is 5120×2160. You’ll notice that the vertical resolution is the same as 4K. Since there are more horizontal pixels, 5K resolutions have higher bitrates than 4K and not all cables are capable of transmitting 5K signals. 5K images come in at 22.1 megapixels.

8K Ultra HD refers to a horizontal screen display or image resolution of approx. 8,000 pixels. The most common 8K UHD resolution is 7,680 x 4,320 pixels. An 8K Ultra HD image has 33.2 million pixels (33.2 megapixels). Specifications of 8K UHD varies in professional fields and thus results in different definitions of horizontal pixels x vertical pixels.

8K 30Hz 4:2:0, refers to the resolution of 8K Ultra HD (7,680 x 4,320) + Frame Rate or Refresh Rate of 30 Hertz + the Chroma Sub-sampling of 4:2:0, equaling a 17.82Gbps bandwidth.

8K 30Hz 4:4:4, refers to the resolution of 8K Ultra HD (7,680 x 4,320) + Frame Rate or Refresh Rate of 30 Hertz + the Chroma Sub-sampling of 4:4:4, equaling a 29.86Gbps bandwidth.

This denotes a cable which is able to output 8K (33 megapixels) resolutions at frame rates up to 60 frames per second utilising Display Stream Compression, which is a new feature added in the HDMI 2.1 specification.

10K Ultra High Definition refers to a horizontal screen display or image resolution of approx. 10,000 pixels. The most common resolution of 10K UHD is the wide format of 10,240 x 4,320
which equates to just over 44 million pixels (44 megapixels).

The cable or device is capable to transmit 4K video at 60 frames per second with 4:2:0 chroma subsampling up to 40 meters. This equates to approximately 10.2 Gbps.

The cable or device is capable to transmit 4K video at 60 frames per second with 4:4:4 chroma subsampling up to 40 meters. This equates to approximately 18 Gbps.

AOC is the acronym for Active Optical Cable. Active optical cables use optical fibres to transport data, which is converted from electricity to light. This conversion enables signals to travel significantly greater distances than copper-based cables. AOC uses active electronics, built inside the head of the connector, which requires power (either from the source device or a separate power supply) to convert and transmit the signals.

This Icon denotes that the following product uses Active Copper Cable technology allowing for longer more reliable lengths at higher bandwidths.

The connector on this cable requires a minimum of 1kg of force to remove it from the connected device.

This connector on this cable requires a minimum of 2kg of force to remove it from the connected device.

This connector on this cable requires a minimum of 3 kg of force to remove it from the connected device.

TMDS is a technology for transmitting high-speed data using HDMI or DVI interfaces.
The transmitter incorporates an advanced coding algorithm which reduces EMI and makes the data with the use of the algorithm easier to transmit therefore allowing for lower likelihood for damaged data to occur.

3D stands for three-dimensional video. 3D was very popular in the early 2010’s and typically relies on glasses, either coloured or active shutter, to give an image three -dimensional depth.
3D often required higher refresh rates to allow for each eye to receive full resolution of the image. There are various formats for 3D, some of which require more data than others.

ARC, or Audio Return Channel, is a feature that allows for two-way communication of audio between a device like a television and a receiver or other device, as opposed to only sending
audio from a source such as a Blu-Ray player to a television. ARC supports up to audio 8 channels, for 7.1 channel audio.

eARC or Enhanced Audio Return Channel is the next iteration after ARC. eARC works similarly to ARC, but will support up to 32 audio channels of high resolution 192Hz/24b audio, allowing
audio formats such as Dolby ATMOS, DTS:X and Auro3D to be used for a greater listening experience

DSC 1.2 or Display Stream Compression version 1.2 is a video compression scheme developed by VESA which enables 3:1 compression over HDMI and DisplayPort. DSC is considered
lossless and enables higher resolutions and frame rates to be transported over cables otherwise unable to do so.

FEC or Forward Error Correction is a transmission scheme/protocol used to prevent errors before they occur which allows for a more reliable signal.

Fixed Rate Link is a signaling technology required to achieve resolutions above 4K60Hz.

HD Audio is a term used to describe high definition or resolution audio. HD audio typically refers to content recorded and played back at rates at or higher than 44.1K samples per second and a bit depth of 16 or greater. Common HD audio formats are 96Hz/24b and 192Hz/24b.

HEAC stands for HDMI Ethernet/Audio Return Channel. Beyond ARC, HDMI 1.4 also added Ethernet support. This enabled two-way internet connections via HDMI if one device has an
established Ethernet connection. This is particularly useful if a display needs an Ethernet connection and a source, which is HEAC compatible, is already connected.

HFR or high frame rate is generally attached to content, recording technology or display technology that can refresh faster than 24 frames per second. High frame rates can be upwards of 120-240fps is some cases.

Quick Frame Transport (QFT) reduces latency by bursting individual pictures across the HDMI link as fast as possible when the link’s hardware supports more bandwidth than the minimum amount needed for the resolution and frame rate of the content. With QFT, individual pictures arrive earlier, and some hardware blocks can be fully powered off for longer periods of time between pictures to reduce heat generation and extend battery life.

Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM) – When a display device supports the option to either optimize its pixel processing for best latency or best pixel processing, ALLM allows the current HDMI source device to automatically select, based on its better understanding of the nature of its own content, which mode the user would most likely prefer.

Quick Media Switching (QMS) for movies and video eliminates the delay that can result in blank screens before content begins to be displayed.

Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) is a feature that allows content to be displayed in different frame rates during a single viewing session. This reduces or eliminates lag, stutter and frame tearing for more fluid motion in games and media.

High Bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) is a copyright protection, encryption technology which is embedded in HDMI and DisplayPort™. HDCP 2.2 was released in 2015 and is
backwards compatible. Devices requiring HDCP 2.2 must have a 2.2 compliant ecosystem from the source all the way to the device.

High Bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) is the latest version of copyright protection, which is embedded in HDMI and DisplayPort. released in 2018 for HDMI and in 2019 for DisplayPort, HDCP 2.3 is developed as an encryption technology that was designed to prevent illegal copying of 4K Ultra HD content as it’s transmitted via HDMI.

HDR stands for High Dynamic Range. It enables displays to show a greater range colours and contrast between the black and white levels and on a display. The greater the dynamic range,
the more detail one can see in an image. There are various versions of HDR, the most common forms are HDR10, HDR12, & DolbyVision.

Dynamic HDR is the next evolution of HDR video. Standard HDR, works by setting one level of dynamic range when the viewing begins and remains in that state for the remainder of the content.

Dynamic HDR allows different dynamic range levels to be set on a frame by frame basis, allowing content to use HDR when required, which allows for more efficient video transport and more impactful uses of HDR during the content viewing.

Category 6 is the sixth generation of twisted pair Ethernet cabling that is used in Ethernet and other network data communication. The CAT6 standard specifies performance of a minimum 250MHz or 1 Gigabit per Second data transfer speeds. CAT6 must meet more stringent specifications for crosstalk and system noise than CAT5 and CAT5E.

The Category 6 Augmented cable, or CAT6A standard, was created to further improve the performance of CAT6 Ethernet cables. The CAT6A standard specifies performance of a minimum 500MHz or 10 Gigabit per Second data transfer speeds and improved alien crosstalk characteristics, over the CAT6 standard. (Usually containing more shielding)

The Category 8 cable, or CAT8 Standard, was created to improve upon the Category 6A Standard. Developed by ANSI/TIA-568 this new specification calls for a minimum of 2000MHz or 40Gbps at 24m with longer distances able to perform at a rated 25Gbps up to 30m. Category 8 cabling requires a shielded foiled twisted pair design.

RJ45 stands for ‘Registered Jack 45’. This means that the cable, connector, or product uses standardised networking interface. RJ45 standard is most commonly seen in networking and
ethernet cables, connectors, sockets etc.

This Icon denotes two different types of shielding in the cable in order to minimise EMI and RMF.

The Shielded tech icon means that the associated cable or product has some form of shielding applied to it’s construction. Typically reducing noise and interference from disrupting the
transmission of data or digital signal. There are many different types of shielding, and will be specified in the associated products specifications.

The Un-Shielded tech icon means that the associated cable or product does not have any form of shielding applied to it’s construction.

The Toolless tech icon means that the associated product does not require any specialised tools or equipment to be used or function. This icon will be seen on products that may usually
be expected to be used with some type of tool or equipment.

This Icon denotes the maximum operating length for at the CATEGORY 6 specification.

This Icon denotes the maximum operating length for at the CATEGORY 6A specification.

28 American Wire Gauge, also referred to as 28AWG, refers to the thickness of the conductors used inside a cable. 28AWG refers to a conductor being 0.32mm thick in its total diameter.

This Icon denotes that a cable is certified and tested to perform at 10G speeds.

Shielded with foiled twisted pairs. The individual twisted pairs are wrapped in foil tape. This is done to reduce cross-talk from adjacent pairs and other cables.

Foiled with foiled twisted pairs. This type of shielding uses individual foil surrounding the twisted pairs with the addition of a foil shield around all of the twisted pairs to further reduce cross-talk.

Foiled with unshielded twisted pairs. Foil surrounding all the twisted pairs not wrapping them individually.

U/UTP defines the amount and type of shielding on a cable. A U/UTP shielded cable does not have an outer shielding or any twisted pair shielding.

U/FTP defines the amount and type of shielding on a cable. A U/FTP shielded cable does not have an outer shielding, but each twisted pair is individually foil shielded.

Gel Filled means that the cable is filled with a high quality, water resistant gel, sealing all gaps and recesses through the structure and coating the interior wire insulating layers to prevent
fluid propagation, repel moisture and reduce conductor damage. Making the cable perfect for direct burial applications.

The Wooden Reel tech icon means that the bulk cable product is supplied on a standardised wooden reel. This reel will need to be used with a standard a frame spool dispenser or similar.

UV Stabilised means that there has been a stabiliser added to the cable jacket or product material to allow it to protect from the long-term degradation that may be caused from exposure to
UV light. UV stabilisers work by absorbing and/or screening out UV radiation and preventing damage.

PoC or Power-over-Cable is a non standardised system of power delivery through CAT cables and is used on proprietary systems or devices. Supplying simultaneous power and data signals
over CAT cable to meet specific voltage needs of a product/system, which may be lower or higher than voltage range of PoE.

PoE (or Power over Ethernet) allows for devices to operate without the need for a separate power adapter, as the power is provided by a PoE switch. Based off the IEEE 802.3af-2003 standard, PoE provides up to 15.4 watts of power. IEEE 802.3af-2009, called PoE+ provides 25.5watts of power. PoE is very useful for wiring devices such as video cameras and wireless access points. PoE is standardised to adhere to specific voltage ranges between 37 and 57 volts. This ensures that any PoE device connected to a system receives a compatible power supply.

Power over Ethernet is an electrical industry standard which allows power to be transmitted simultaneously with data signals over CAT cable, allowing devices to operate without
the need of a separate power supply. Maximum power per port: PoE+ provides up to 30watts at 52-57v. Poe+ uses the 802.3at standard.

PoE++ or Power over Ethernet is an electrical industry standard which allows power to be transmitted simultaneously with data signals over CAT cable, allowing devices to operate without
the need of a separate power supply. Maximum power per port: PoE++ provides up to 100watts at 52-57v, PoE+ provides up to 30watts at 50-57V, PoE provides up to 15.4 watts at 37-57V

PoH or Power over HDBaseT™, combines the flexibility of PoE with the HDBaseT™ standard. PoH offers more power than standard PoE, supplying up to 100watts at 52-57V, which is
enough to operate PoH enabled devices or displays.

SlimCat is Kordz’ family of ultra slim 28AWG category cabling and cabling products.

HDBaseT™ is a proprietary format of transporting uncompressed HD and UHD video over Ethernet. Founded by Valens, HDBaseT™ enables ease of distributing HD and UHD quality video over longer distances via Ethernet cabling and HDBaseT™ devices.

The RCA connector is a type of connector most commonly used to carry Audio and Visual signals.

Optimised RCA cables designed to run at 75 Ω for improved digital audio quality.

Optimised Dual RCA cables designed to run at 55 Ω for improved analogue audio signals.

TOSLink is an optical digital audio cable, originally designed by Toshiba. TOSLink is easily identified by its square shaped connector. It is used to transmit digital audio via S/PDIF (Sony
Phillips Digital Interface) from a device or display to a receiver.

The cable or device is able to transmit up to 7.1 channel audio.

This Icon denotes that the copper used within the cable is 99.99% Oxygen free.

The conductor on this cable contains 2 percent of silver, to maximise the skin effect, signal integrity and conductivity through the copper cable.

A PVC or Polyvinyl Chloride free cable, means that the cable and cable jacket does not contain any PVC materials. PVC is one of the most common cable jacket materials used, and when
burned will release gases that can become acidic smoke which is harmful and may cause long lasting damage to a person or building.

The CM Fire Rating is a specification as part of the UL 1685 standard, for general purpose communication/data cables installed inside walls. The CM Fire Rating specifies that a cable has
passed a standardised flammability test to ensure the cable does not burn past 2.44m vertically and has been certified by an accredited laboratory.

The CMG Fire Rating is a specification as part of the UL 1685 standard, for general purpose communication/data cables installed inside walls. The CMG Fire Rating specifies that a cable
has passed a standardised flammability test to ensure the cable does not burn past 1.5m vertically and has been certified by an accredited laboratory.

The CMG Fire Rating is a specification as part of the UL 1685 standard, for general purpose communication/data cables installed inside walls. The CMG Fire Rating specifies that a cable
has passed a standardised flammability test to ensure the cable does not burn past 1.5m vertically and has been certified by an accredited laboratory.

CMP cable is a jacket fire resistance rating which employ materials that burn more cleanly and can self-extinguish more easily.

CMR fire rated cables are used to slow the spread of a fire spreading between floors through risers or vertical shafts.

LSZH stands for Low Smoke Zero Halogen. LSZH cable jacketing is composed of thermoplastic or thermoset compounds that emit limited smoke and no halogens when exposed to high sources of heat or fire. This fire rating prevents the loss of visibility due to smoke, and toxic halogen gases being produced by combustion.

Halogen Free Fire Rated or HFFR means that a cable’s sheath material substitutes the halogen content found in common sheath materials for non-toxic elements such as aluminum. This is done in order to minimise the exhaust of toxic fumes in the case of a fire.

UL94 is a plastics flammability standard. The UL94 V-0 Classification specifies that the plastic material tested must not have any flaming drips produced and must stop burning within 10
seconds during a vertical burn.

UL 94 V-1 Is a standard for safety of flammability of plastic materials for parts in devices. V-1 refers to the burning to stop within 30 seconds on a vertical specimen, drips of particles are allowed as long as they are not inflamed.

UL 94 V-2 Is a standard for safety of flammability of plastic materials for parts in devices. V-2 refers to the burning to stop within 30 seconds on a vertical specimen.

The Kordz 2 Year Warranty means that the associated product is covered under warranty for 2 years from date of purchase. Refer to www.kordz.com.au/warranty for more information.

The Kordz Lifetime Warranty means that the associated product is covered under warranty and promises maintained product functionality and performance for your lifetime. Refer to www.kordz.com.au/warranty for more information.