Tributaries® Improves Slim HDMI Cables

UHDS SLIM 18Gbps Passive - ½ meter through 2 meter

April 24, 2018

Tributaries is proud to announce major improvements to the UHDS Slim line of HDMI cables. All UHDS cables are now certified 18Gbps by DPL Labs and the Imaging Science Foundation (ISF). 18Gbps certification ensures 4K compatibility, enabling High Dynamic Range (HDR) and Deep Color.

By increasing the wire gauge slightly from stranded 36AWG to solid 32 AWG, Tributaries UHDS are all now able to support 18Gbps passively from ½ meter through 2 meter while maintaining a slim flexible design. Why is passive such a big deal? As any installer knows, passive HDMI cables are always preferred over active. In addition to incompatibility issues with other electronics, active cables are directional and will not work if reversed. The active end of the cable must be connected to the display and requires power to supply the on-board electronics; typically, these cables harvest their power from unused TMDS voltages. This method works well as long as the source which drives the 5V line has an adequate output. If the source voltage is too low it will draw down the vital 5 volt line. Passive cables are bi-directional and voltage agnostic, making any installation simpler and more stable.

Increasing the wire gauge resulted in a minor cable O.D. increase of less than 1mm maintaining the cable's slim profile. Ideal for rack systems where multiple cables are bundled and dressed and installations where flexibility and a minimum bend radius is required the UHDS fulfills the promise of ease of installation.

Installing the UHDS Slim just got easier thanks to Tributaries two new design features; improved strain relief and all white connectors. Tributaries UHDS Slim has the smallest connector head in the industry making it perfect for tight spaces or racks. While retaining the Power Grip, High Retention Connection, the new all white connector head makes it easier to see in dark spaces behind equipment while the new strain relief protects the delicate connections in the head of the connector for long  trouble-free life  

The new improved UHDS Slim are available now in 1/2 meter, 1 meter, 1.5 meter and 2 meter, replacing the original models and discontinuing the 3 meter and 4 meter lengths.                   

REMEMBER: Tributaries is the only cable company that hand-tests and validates every HDMI cable before it is shipped.