Lightware CAB-HDMI20-AOC1000H 10m (32.81ft) Premium High Speed HDMI 2.0b Active Optical cable

Product Overview

The Lightware CAB-HDMI20-AOC1000H is a 10-meter Active Optical Cable (AOC) delivering full HDMI 2.0b compliance over a lightweight, bend-tolerant fiber optic core. Designed for fixed commercial AV installations where copper reach is insufficient and signal integrity is non-negotiable, this cable supports 18 Gbps bandwidth, 4K/60Hz 4:4:4, HDR10, HLG, and Dolby Vision — all without signal boosters or repeaters. Available from Creation Networks at creationnetworks.net.

Product Description

At 10 meters, the CAB-HDMI20-AOC1000H occupies a critical distance range for commercial AV: too long for reliable passive copper, and unnecessary overkill for a full fiber extender system. The AOC construction — with active electro-optical conversion built directly into each connector — makes it transparent to the AV system. No power injectors, no drivers, no configuration. It plugs in and works like a standard HDMI cable, while the fiber core carries the signal immune to EMI, ground loops, and capacitive degradation.

The cable carries the full HDMI 2.0b feature set: 18 Gbps, 4K60 4:4:4 chroma, HDR metadata passthrough (HDR10, HLG, Dolby Vision), 32-channel audio, ARC, CEC, and HEAC. The fiber core is military-grade flexible — suitable for routing through conduit, cable trays, and under raised floors without signal degradation from tight bends.

Key Features

• HDMI 2.0b compliant — 18 Gbps full bandwidth
• 4K/60Hz 4:4:4 chroma, HDR10, HLG, Dolby Vision support
• Active Optical Cable — no external power required
• EMI/RFI immune fiber optic core
• 10-meter length, lightweight and flexible for conduit installation
• Plug-and-play — no drivers, no repeaters, no configuration
• ARC, CEC, HEAC, and 32-channel audio support
• Directional cable (labeled source/display ends)

Typical Applications

• Boardroom AV: connecting video conferencing codecs to ceiling-mounted or wall-mounted displays
• Lecture halls and classrooms where source equipment is rack-mounted away from the display wall
• Digital signage installations requiring EMI-clean signal runs through electrically noisy environments
• Broadcast and production facilities needing cable flexibility without active extender infrastructure
• Hotel and hospitality AV systems with long runs between media players and guest-room displays

Technical Specifications

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does this cable require any external power supply?

No. The CAB-HDMI20-AOC1000H is bus-powered from the HDMI source port. No power injector or wall adapter is needed.

Is the cable directional?

Yes. The source and display ends are labeled. Reversing the cable will prevent signal transmission.

Will this cable pass Dolby Vision and HDR10 from an Apple TV or streaming device?

Yes. The full HDMI 2.0b feature set includes HDR10, HLG, and Dolby Vision metadata passthrough without modification.

Can I route this through a conduit alongside power cables?

Yes. The fiber optic core is immune to EMI and does not couple with nearby power runs, making it suitable for shared conduit in commercial installations.

Is this compatible with Lightware matrix switchers?

Yes. The AOC is natively tested with Lightware's product ecosystem. It performs identically to a copper HDMI cable from the switcher's perspective.

What is the difference between this and a passive HDMI cable at 10 meters?

Passive copper HDMI cables at 10 meters typically cannot sustain 18 Gbps reliably. The AOC uses fiber and active conversion to guarantee full bandwidth over the full 10m length without signal conditioning hardware.