Datasheet

Adapter
A device that serves as an interface between the system unit connector and another device that is
attached to it. (typically another connector)
ADC
Apple Display Connector
Bandwidth
In the digital domain, bandwidth is the data rate measured in bits per second (bps). For example:
1000 million bits per second is 1000 Mbps or 1Gbps.
CAT-5E
Category 5 cable, commonly known as Cat-5, is an unshielded twisted pair type cable designed for
high signal integrity. Supports speeds of up to 1000 megabits per second.
Component
The output of a video device (such as a DTV set top box) or the input of a DTV receiver or monitor
consisting of 3 primary color signals: red, green and blue that together convey all necessary picture
information.
Converter
A device that converts one standard to another.
DDC
Short form for Display Data Channel: It is a VESA standard for communication between a monitor
and a video adapter.
DDWG
Digital Display Working Group DDWG: The creators of the DVI specication.
Distribution Amplier
A device that takes one input and amplies and transmits the video signal to multiple outputs.
Dolby Digital
This is a digital surround sound technology used in movie theaters and upscale home theater
systems that enhances audio.
DTS
Digital Theater Systems sound: Discrete 8.1 channel surround system similar but not the same as
Dolby Digital. Dolby Digital is the DTV standard, but DTS competes with it on DVD and in movie
theaters.
Dual Link DVI
DVI (Digital Visual Interface) standard to support resolution up to 3840x2400.
DVI
Digital Visual Interface: A digital video standard established by the Digital Display Working Group
which was designed to carry uncompressed digital video signals to a display. DVI-D is digital only,
for both single link and dual link congurations. DVI-I contains both analog and digital, for single
and dual link congurations. DVI-A is analog only.
EDID
Extended Display Identication Data: A VESA (Video Electronics Standards Association) standard
data structure provided by the monitor or display to the source. Some of the EDID data format
includes display monitor ID, model, manufacture date, serial number, max display size, max
resolution, and more.
EDTV
Enhanced Denition Television: Although not considered high-denition (HD), EDTV sets use
progressive scan (480p or 576p) which is relatively better quality than SDTV resolution.
Extender
A device that allows extension of the original standard at a distance away.
Fiber Optic
Light transmission through optical bers for communication or signaling.
HDCP
High-Bandwidth Digital Content Protection: Created by Intel, HDCP is used with HDTV signals
over DVI and HDMI™ connections and on D-Theater D-VHS recordings to prevent unauthorized
duplication of copy written material.
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