The SHG Active Optical HDMI V2.1 AOC Cable is designed for high-performance AV installations where standard copper HDMI cables are no longer practical. Using hybrid fibre optic technology, it delivers full 48Gbps HDMI 2.1 performance with support for 8K video, 4K at 120Hz, Dynamic HDR, eARC and immersive audio over much longer distances with virtually no signal degradation. Ideal for home theatres, gaming systems, projectors, digital signage and commercial AV installations.

Ultra High-Speed HDMI 2.1 Performance

Experience the full capability of HDMI 2.1 with support for today's highest-resolution displays and tomorrow's entertainment systems.

Features include:

✔ HDMI 2.1 compliant

✔ Up to 48Gbps bandwidth

✔ 8K Ultra HD support

✔ 4K at 120Hz

✔ Dynamic HDR

✔ eARC compatible

✔ HDCP compliant

✔ Backwards compatible with HDMI 2.0 devices

Active Optical Fibre Technology

Unlike traditional copper HDMI cables, Active Optical Cables (AOC) use optical fibre to transmit high-speed video signals while retaining copper conductors for control and communication.

Benefits include:

✔ Longer transmission distances

✔ Virtually zero signal loss

✔ Lightweight cable

✔ Reduced electromagnetic interference (EMI)

✔ Excellent reliability for long cable runs

This makes AOC cables ideal where standard HDMI cables may struggle to maintain signal quality.

Built for Next-Generation Gaming

Take advantage of modern gaming consoles and graphics cards with HDMI 2.1 features including:

✔ 4K 120Hz gaming

✔ Variable Refresh Rate (VRR)

✔ Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM)

✔ Quick Frame Transport (QFT)

✔ Dynamic HDR

Perfect for:

• PlayStation 5
• Xbox Series X
• Gaming PCs
• High-refresh gaming monitors

Immersive Audio Support

The cable supports advanced audio formats including:

✔ Dolby Atmos

✔ DTS:X

✔ Dolby TrueHD

✔ Multi-channel audio

✔ eARC

Ideal for connecting AV receivers, soundbars and premium home theatre systems.

Key Features

✔ HDMI 2.1

✔ Active Optical Cable (AOC)

✔ Up to 48Gbps bandwidth

✔ Supports 8K video

✔ Supports 4K at 120Hz

✔ Dynamic HDR

✔ eARC compatible

✔ VRR support

✔ ALLM support

✔ HDCP compliant

✔ EMI resistant

✔ Plug-and-play installation

What is an Active Optical HDMI cable?

An Active Optical Cable (AOC) uses fibre optic technology to transmit high-speed HDMI signals over much longer distances than traditional copper HDMI cables while maintaining excellent signal quality.

Why choose an AOC HDMI cable instead of a standard HDMI cable?

For long cable runs, AOC technology helps maintain full HDMI 2.1 performance with reduced signal loss and improved resistance to electromagnetic interference.

Does this support 4K at 120Hz?

Yes. The cable supports HDMI 2.1 bandwidth up to 48Gbps, including 4K at 120Hz and 8K video where supported by your connected equipment.

Is the cable directional?

Yes. This is an active cable and must be connected with the Source end connected to your media device and the Display end connected to your TV, monitor or projector.

Is it suitable for in-wall installations?

Yes. Its slim, lightweight design makes it well suited to in-wall, ceiling and conduit installations, provided local electrical and building regulations are followed.

Let's Get Technical

Active Optical Cable (AOC) is a cabling technology that accepts the same electrical inputs as a traditional copper cable, but uses optical fibre between the connectors to extend HDMI signals with zero loss or latency. The hybrid cable design consists of optical fibres and copper wires. The high-speed TMDS signals are transmitted through the optical multimode fibres, while the low frequency control signals are transmitted through the copper wires. 

• Meets all HDMI 2.1 specification requirements which include: High Dynamic Range (HDR) video
• Bandwidth up to 48Gbps
• 8K 4K 120HZ
• Up to 32 audio channels for a multi-dimensional immersive audio experience
• Up to 1536kHz audio sample frequency for the highest audio fidelity
• Simultaneous delivery of dual video streams to multiple users on the same screen
• Simultaneous delivery of multi-stream audio to multiple users (Up to 4)
• Support for the wide angle theatrical 21:9 video aspect ratio
• Dynamic synchronization of video and audio streams
• CEC extensions provide more expanded command and control of consumer electronics devices through a single control point
• EMI/RF free for clear signal transmission
• Hybrid construction - multimode fibre for high-speed TMDS, copper for low frequency control signals
• Active Optical Cable (AOC)
• Active cables generally feature a uni-directional design. The cables feature a Display (for TV, monitors etc) and Source (DVD, media, Blu-ray player etc.) label on each connector end.
• HDMI 2.1
• Data Rate 48Gbps
• Video Format 8K/4K/3D/1080p/720p @120Hz
• Additional Features HDCP/EDID/CEC/DDC/Audio
• Operating Temperature 0 to 70 degrees
  
• Supply Voltage 5.0 V