because it's just transferring *digital* signals, there no significant degradation at all for distances of 50 ft or less. If I got the gist of some studies correctly, upwards of 100ft of cable there actually can be some digital signal loss - but you probably don't need it.
The $5 cable would be worth tryin' out.
I got a great cable for a great price from this place: http://www.bluejeanscalbes.com/
also check out this place: http://www.monoprice.com/
The only other thing you may have to check the HDMI version...I think they're on v1.4 or something. I think it's only an issue of bandwidth, which should be taken care of my reasonably priced cables.
Best,
Shalin
Hi. I bought a new upcoverting dvd player. I wanted to buy an HDMI cable to hook it to my TV. The price for a 6 foot HDMI cable range from $5 to $99. Does anyone have any input on how important the quality of this cable is. Im not sure if I should just get any cable or spring for an expensive one.
TV: 42in Samsung 720p Plasma
DVD: Pioneer DV 400 K (Great price at Best Buy in case anyone is interested)

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