Metra AV EHV-HDG2-025 HDMI Cable

Yes, this cable is CL-rated, which means it meets the safety standards required for in-wall installations, making it a great choice for a clean, hidden setup.

Because this is an active optical cable, it requires a small amount of power to convert electrical signals into light for long-distance transmission. While many devices provide enough power through the HDMI port alone, the included USB cable ensures you have a reliable backup if your source device doesn't supply sufficient voltage.

Absolutely. This cable is fully compatible with ARC and eARC, so you can easily transmit high-quality, uncompressed audio from your TV back to your soundbar or AV receiver.

While fiber optic cables are more delicate than standard copper ones, this cable is designed for professional AV installations with robust construction. You should still avoid sharp bends or heavy pinching during installation to ensure the internal glass fibers remain intact.

It is fully backward compatible. While it is built to handle the massive bandwidth required for 8K and 10K content, it will work perfectly with your current 4K devices and future-proof your system for upgrades.

No, that is the primary advantage of using an active optical cable (AOC). By converting the signal to light, it maintains full 48Gbps bandwidth and signal integrity over the entire 25-meter run without the degradation you would typically see with long copper cables.