ACT HDMI Active Optical Cable 80 m v2.0 High Speed 4K LSZH HDMI-A male to HDMI-A male

The ACT HDMI Active Optical Cable 80 m v2.0 is a high-speed HDMI-A male to HDMI-A male cable designed for long-distance AV links in professional environments. Combining copper and optical fiber, the cable carries 4K video (3840x2160) at 60 Hz over distances up to 80 m without data loss and includes a Low Smoke Zero Halogen (LSZH) jacket for reduced toxic emissions in case of fire.

Advantages

The cable provides an 18 Gbit/s (4:4:4) bandwidth suitable for high-resolution video and multi-channel audio formats. It is fully shielded with aluminium foil and additional copper-encased chipset protection, and the fiber is Kevlar-reinforced for mechanical durability. No external power is required and the connectors are marked for easy identification of source and display ends.

Suitable for

• Professional AV installations such as conference rooms and digital signage
• Medical imaging environments where low RFI/EMI is important
• Marine and nautical equipment connections requiring durable cabling
• Data centres and installations where LSZH jacket is required for safety

When it may not be suitable

This cable is optimized for long-distance runs and professional use; it may be unnecessary for short home setups where standard passive HDMI cables suffice. It supports HDMI 2.0 (up to 18 Gbit/s) and therefore does not provide features that require HDMI 2.1 bandwidth, such as 4K at 120 Hz or 8K resolutions.

Key specifications

• Cable type: Active Optical Cable (copper + fiber)
• Supported resolution: up to 3840x2160 @ 60 Hz (4:4:4)
• Bandwidth: up to 18 Gbit/s
• Length: 80 m
• Connectors: HDMI Type A (male) to HDMI Type A (male)
• HDMI version: 2.0
• Cable jacket: Low Smoke Zero Halogen (LSZH)
• Shielding: full shielding with aluminium foil and copper-encased chipset; Kevlar protection for fiber
• Audio: multi-channel audio, Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD Master Audio, ARC
• Other supported features: CEC, HDCP 2.2, EDID, HEC
• Colour: Black

How to use

Identify the source and display ends using the marked connectors, then insert the HDMI Type A male connectors firmly into the source device (e.g., media player, PC) and the display (monitor, projector, or TV). Ensure connectors are fully seated and avoid sharp bends in the cable; the Kevlar-reinforced fiber requires maintaining appropriate bend radius for reliable operation. No external power is needed.

What to consider before purchase

• Confirm that HDMI 2.0 (18 Gbit/s) bandwidth meets your resolution and refresh rate needs
• Verify that 80 m length is suitable for your installation run and routing constraints
• Check that your devices support HDCP 2.2 and other required HDMI features
• Consider LSZH jacket requirement for safety regulations in your installation environment

Usage recommendations

For best results, route the cable avoiding tight bends and mechanical stress, keep connectors dry and dust-free, and use the connector markings to ensure correct orientation between source and display. The cable is intended for professional AV, medical, marine, and data centre environments where long runs and low electromagnetic interference are important.