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What is HDMI?
HDMI stands for High-Definition Multimedia Interface. In an HDMI graphics card you get a audio
and video that is transmitted in an uncompressed digital format. In other environments most consumers are familiar
with radio frequency coaxial cable which is your basic cable service. Other stantdard formats are composite video,
S-video, component video and VGA. But with the introduction of HDMI high definition video and audio is fast
becoming the consumer’s choice for their flat screen televisions, gaming consoles and computers.
Nvidia GEFORCE9400GT Pcie 512M HDmi Dvi Tvout Passive Heatsink
Because the 9400DT is an HDMI graphics card the visual effects have to be superior in every fashion offering
better gaming speed, vibrant photos and the smoothest video. Coming in at the lowest price point the NVIDIA's
GeForce 9 series GPUs allows you to watch true HD video without hesitation and pixilation. The PurVideo HD
technology engine provides the backbone for your HD watching experience by taking the load off of your computer’s
CPU. This also lowers power consumption. Now your Blu-ray, H.264, VC-1, WMV and MPEG-2 HD and SD movies will
playback with the ultimate picture quality.
For that dynamic and realistic gaming experience and interaction NVIDIA introduced the PhysX technology. Now you
can enjoy true life-life facial animation, complex environments, and full simulation effects. Immerse yourself in
the 3D experience as your games come to life.
A couple of things to keep in mind when you buy this HDMI graphics card:
- Make sure your TV supports HDCP.
- When installing the card which is fairly easy if you are comfortable with opening up computers, it’s just a
matter of configuring Windows to use the new card. You will get full 1080p from your Blu-ray drive to your TV.
Be careful when removing your old card as some items inside your computer are hot. Let your computer cool down
before opening it up.
This HDMI graphics card is perfect for editing AVCHD footage. If you are thinking of trying the
9800GT you won’t see much difference and you will need a 450 watt power supply. With the 9400GT you can use the 300
watt power supply that is probably on your computer.
For use with dual monitors and an optional HDMI output then this model is what you are looking for. With a
plug-n-play type of installation using it right out the box is an accurate description. Some reviews say that the
heat sink is bother because it takes up an extra slot space but as far as quietness you can’t beat it. If space is
a concern to you then a fan HDMI graphics card is probably the way to go for you.
Two more HDMI graphics card that maybe of interest to you.
- Sapphire Radeon HD 100264HDMI 4350 512MB DDR2 HDMI / DVI / VGA PCI-Express Graphics Card
- HIS H467Q1GHDAP Radeon HD 4670 IceQ HDMI Dual Link DVI 1 GB (128 bit) DDR3 AGP 8X Video Card Retail
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