HDMI
HDMI is a digital connection standard used to carry video, audio, and control-related data between sources, receivers, displays, and projectors.
Protocols, Standards & Technical Specs
Davis Wiring terms and planning language for Chicago-area residential and commercial AV projects.
Definition Category
Protocols, Standards & Technical Specs
HDMI 2.1
HDMI 2.1 is a version of the HDMI specification associated with features such as higher bandwidth, 4K/120, 8K support, eARC, VRR, and gaming enhancements when supported.
ARC
ARC is Audio Return Channel, an HDMI feature that sends audio from a TV back to a receiver or soundbar over HDMI.
IR Control
IR Control is infrared control that sends light-based remote commands to devices such as TVs, receivers, cable boxes, and media players.
RF Control
RF Control is radio-frequency control that can communicate without direct line of sight, depending on the control platform and equipment.
RS-232
RS-232 is a serial control method often used for reliable command communication with displays, projectors, receivers, and commercial devices.
IP Control
IP Control is control commands sent over a network connection to compatible devices.
TCP/IP
TCP/IP is the core communication protocol suite used by most modern networks and internet-connected systems.
Zigbee
Zigbee is a low-power wireless mesh protocol used by some lighting, sensors, automation, and smart home devices.
Z-Wave
Z-Wave is a low-power wireless mesh protocol commonly used for smart home devices such as switches, sensors, locks, and controls.
Matter
Matter is a smart home interoperability standard intended to help supported devices work across compatible ecosystems.
Thread
Thread is a low-power IP-based mesh networking protocol used by some smart home and Matter devices.
Bluetooth
Bluetooth is a short-range wireless technology used for device pairing, audio, remotes, sensors, and personal-area connectivity.
AirPlay
AirPlay is Apple's wireless streaming technology for sending audio or video from Apple devices to compatible speakers, TVs, or receivers.
Bandwidth Requirement
Bandwidth Requirement is the amount of network or signal capacity a device, video format, audio stream, or application needs to work reliably.