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What is HDMI? HDMI technology is the global standard for connecting high-definition equipment. HDMI is the intelligent, all-digital interface that delivers both dazzling quality and unmatched ease of use. More than 1,200 of the world’s largest consumer electronics, PC and mobile device manufacturers incorporate HDMI connectivity into their products. (http://www.hdmi.org)

What is HDBaseT? HDBaseT is a connectivity standard for whole-home and commercial distribution of uncompressed HD multimedia content. The cornerstone of HDBaseT technology is 5Play™, a feature set that converges uncompressed full HD digital video, audio, 100BaseT Ethernet, power over cable and various control signals through a single LAN cable. (http://www.hdbaset.org)

What is Control4 Home Automation? Control4 offers the ultimate home automation solution by making the electronic components and systems you already use on a daily basis work together, seamlessly. By integrating everything from lighting, music, video, climate control, security—even smartphones and tablets—Control4 creates personalized experiences that enhance your life and work with added comfort, savings, convenience and peace of mind. (http://www.control4.com)

4K? What happened to 1080P? 4K TV and Ultra HD are one of the same. Any TV described as 4K or Ultra HD will have a resolution of 3840 x 2160, where the 4K is derived from the number of horizontal pixels. Full HD TVs, also known as 1080p TVs, have a resolution of 1920 x 1080. A higher resolution means more pixels. More pixels means more detail: 4K Ultra HD TVs have 8.3 million pixels, cinema like, while current Full HD TVs have just over two million. Read more... (http://www.trustedreviews.com)

Where can I get more information? CEDIA. Whether you are building a new home, remodeling, updating your electronics or just need some help from a specialist, CEDIA members are your trusted home technology partners. If you're like most these days, technology in the home is a significant investment. By hiring a qualified home technology professional to properly design, install and maintain your home electronic system, you can take comfort in knowing that you'll be in good hands now and in the future. (http://www.cedia.org)