Metra Home Theater Group® Reveals New Helios DisplayPort Gaming Cables Supporting 8K Resolutions at CES 2020
Posted by Metra on September 28, 2019
Metra Home Theater Group (MHTG) will be revealing the new series of Helios DisplayPort gaming cables that support video resolutions up to 8K at CES 2020. The zero-latency cables are designed to provide an exceptional next-gen experience for gamers with unprecedented picture quality. The cables will be available in lengths of 3 feet (AS-DP-3003), 6 feet (AS-DP-3006), and 9 feet (AS-DP-3009). These cables are used to connect compatible video graphics cards to high frequency gaming monitors and feature an ultra-fast response time for serious gamers.
The Helios cables work with video resolutions ranging from HD (1920x1080 @ 60Hz, 120Hz, 144Hz, 165Hz) to 8K (7680x4320 @ 60Hz, 10-bit color, RGB 4:4:4, HDR, DSC) and support the highest quality audio pass-through for uncompressed digital 7.1, 5.1 or 2 channels for convenient flexibility and performance. Intended for gamers needing multiple screens, the cables are also designed to facilitate multi-monitor configuration with a Display Port 1.4 cable and provide backward compatibility with a DisplayPort 1.2 cable. To enhance the user experience, the cables feature a lifetime warranty and are sold in elegantly designed retail packaging.
Look for these products on display at CES from January 7-10 at booth 11435 in the Central Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center. For more information, visit MetraHomeTheater.com.
Product Specifications:
● Supports video resolutions up to 8K:
8K - 7680x4320 @ 60Hz, 10-bit color, RGB 4:4:4, HDR, DSC
4K - 3840x2160 @ 120Hz, 10-bit color, RGB 4:4:4, HDR
2K - 2560x1440 @ 60Hz, 120Hz, 144Hz, 165Hz
HD - 1920x1080 @ 60Hz, 120Hz, 144Hz, 165Hz
● Zero-latency for the ultimate gaming experience with exceptional picture quality and
sound
● Supports highest quality audio pass-through for uncompressed digital 7.1, 5.1 or 2
channels
● Connects compatible video graphics card to high frequency gaming monitor
● Supports multi-monitor configuration with the Display Port 1.4 cable; Backwards
compatible with DisplayPort 1.2 cable and USB C to DisplayPort adapter for laptops with USB-C or Thunderbolt 3
● Compatible with PCs and some Apple products with DisplayPorts support version 1.4.
● High-quality construction with gold plated connectors, bare copper conductors, individual wire insulation and shielding
● Lifetime warranty
● Retail packaging
About Metra Home Theater Group
Metra Home Theater Group (MHTG), a pioneer in HDMI cable technology, is a division of Metra Electronics, the world leader and “The Installer’s Choice” for vehicle installation kits and car audio accessories for more than 70 years. Headquartered in Florida, MHTG’s brands include Ethereal Home Theater, Helios, and Spyclops Surveillance Systems. Metra’s strong commitment to research and investment into the development of cutting-edge solutions has a history of providing first-to-market solutions for HDMI cables and electronics. Its Velox Active HDMI 30 Meter Cable was recognized as the Top Long-run Copper HDMI Cable at the 2017 CEDIA Expo. Connect with Metra Home Theater Group on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram or LinkedIn. For ordering information and pricing, visit MetraHomeTheater.com or call 386-255-0234.