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HDMI System Overview

The VideoForge PRO is designed for testing HDMI distribution systems and
the devices in these systems. Understanding what happens when these
devices are connected in a simple or distributed system is useful in
troubleshooting an actual system. All A/V HDMI systems consist of three
basic component types:
1. Source – A transmitter device that sources HDMI video output (e.g. set
top boxes, game consoles, optical players, computers, etc.). Substitute
the VideoForge PRO for the source during system testing.
2. Sink – A receiver device that displays HDMI video input (e.g. TV or
projector). Inject a signal timing that should normally pass through the
distribution system into a sink from the VideoForge PRO during system
testing.
3. Repeater – A combination device that receives and retransmits HDMI
video. Connects between one or several source and sink devices (e.g. AVR
(audio video receiver) or matrix switch).
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