4K Technology Still Facing Its Share of Obstacles

Advances in technology continually introduce video services that build upon previous platforms. However, new video solutions do not just debut and hit the mainstream without running into their share of obstacles. The problem lies in the fact that not all systems are capable of supporting those new video services Charlotte.

The latest video innovation is known as 4K video, which is an abbreviation typically used to describe 4,000 pixel horizontal resolution. This is different from previous types of video resolutions that relied more on vertical resolution. For example, 1080p denotes a signal that is equipped with 1,080 vertical lines. There is double the amount of vertical lines in a 4K video and the end result is a much clearer, crisper picture.

There is no issue with the quality of 4K, also known as Ultra HD, although there are some obstacles when it comes to distributing it. The most common problems occur when attempting to match resolutions. Many displays and sources do not have the aspect ratio to accommodate 4k video. That is why it is important to consider adding new displays that are capable of matching 4K’s resolution and enhancing your audio visual experience.

High Definition (HD) is another issue facing the implementation of 4K technology. HD has come to be known as the best video option, although 4K is expanding on that. As a result. 4K has much higher requirements for signal integrity. And just as HD relied on fiber-optic cable, 4K uses twisted-pair copper cable due to the fact that it needs a very large bandwidth.

The need to stay up to date with all that 4K has to offer brings forth the need to update video displays as well. Videos displays from reputable manufacturers produced in 2015 and beyond support 4K streaming, but anything prior to that will not. That would call for source upgrades in the form of input cards. Meanwhile, 4K displays would require an upgrade in the form of an output card. 

There are a fair amount of obstacles still impeding the way for 4K to take over the mainstream, which is why this kind of integration should be handled by experienced professionals.

Smarter Systems support has the expertise to upgrade all video and audio solutions to provide our customers with the newest technology. Our service also extends to high quality installation and training so that customers will be capable of utilizing this type of advanced technology to its fullest.