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HDMI Vs. Optical Audio Cables

Posted by Samantha Bante on May 25, 2018 1:30:00 PM

When installing new home entertainment centers, sound bar or audio equipment it comes down to two main choices: HDMI or optical audio cables. These cables will both pass digital audio signals and multi-channel audio between devices.

So how do you know which to choose for proper installation and signal transmission?

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Topics: HDMI, 4K, HDMI Cable, HDMI Cables, Audio cables, line level audio, home theaters, Optical audio cables, entertainment centers

Beginner's Guide: Audio Cables 101

Posted by Samantha Bante on May 14, 2018 10:00:00 AM

When it comes to audio cables recording the right types of sound depends on what cables are chosen during the installation process. In order to recognize the right cables to use, it's important to understand the makeup and design of audio cables. Let's begin...

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Topics: Low Voltage Cables, Audio cables, speaker cables, line level audio

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Washington, PA 15301
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Welcome to West Penn Wire

Since 1971 West Penn Wire has been the leading US manufacturer of Fiber Optics and Low Voltage Wire and Cable for AV, Security and Networking applications.

In addition to our world class manufacturing and engineering capabilities; West Penn Wire also utilizes a robust supply chain to ensure that the right products are available when and where you need them. This includes service of 2 days or less to all of the largest metro areas within the lower 48 states; including but not limited to: , Atlanta, Charlotte, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Los Angeles, New York City, Orlando, Seattle and San Francisco.

West Penn Wire offers a comprehensive line of Fiber Optics and Low Voltage Wire and Cable:

  • Professional AV
    • Pro Audio
    • Pro Audio Accessories
    • Speaker Level Cables
    • Speaker Level Accessories
    • Intercom Cables
    • Digital Video Cables
    • HDBaseT Products
    • Digital Video Products
    • AV over IP
    • 4K Video Distribution
    • Analog Pro Video Cables
    • Analog Pro Video Accessories
    • CATV / MATV Cables
    • CATV / MATV Accessories
    • RF 50 Ohm Coax Cables
  • Security
    • Analog CCTV Coax Cables
    • Analog CCTV Coax Accessories
    • IP CCTV Cables
    • IP CCTV Accessories
    • Fire Alarm Cables
    • Access Control Cables
  • Networking
    • Local Area (LAN) Network Cables
    • Local Area Network (LAN) Accessories
    • Serial Data Cables
    • Fiber Optic Cables
    • Fiber Optic Accessories
  • Low Voltage Communication and Control
    • Non-plenum control cables
    • Non-plenum communication cables
    • Plenum control cables
    • Plenum communication cables
  • Special Applications
    • Aquaseal Wet Location Cables
    • Aquaseal Direct Burial Cables
  • Market Vertical
    • House of Worship (HOW)
    • Stadiums
    • Concert Halls
    • Commercial Spaces
      • Huddle Rooms
      • Conference Space
    • Hospitals
    • K-12 Education
    • Universities

Since its founding in 1971 West Penn Wire has continued to be a very active member of the industry. We have long maintained meaningful relationships with the membership of key trade associations such as:

  • NSCA
  • IPMA
  • InfoComm

Applications include:

  • Life Safety
  • Mass Notification
  • Fire Alarm
  • Access Control
  • Audio Video
  • High Definition
  • Broadcast

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