UGREEN HDMI 4K@60Hz Fiber Optic Cable Male to Male, Aluminium Shell, 10m (45503)

UGREEN · SKU 45503UGREEN HDMI 4K@60Hz Fiber Optic Cable Male to Male, Aluminium Shell, 10m Connect an HDMI source to a display across a room with this 10-metre UGREEN HD178 active optical cable. It carries video up to 4K at 60Hz and audio through a single cable, making it useful when a TV, projector or monitor sits some distance from the source. Aluminium connector housings and gold-plated HDMI plugs finish the cable for a neat AV installation. The extra reach gives you more freedom to separate the screen from equipment such as a media player, meeting-room computer or AV cabinet. Active optical construction uses electronics in the connectors and a fibre path through the cable, so installation direction matters. Decide which end of the room contains the source before routing it. This 10m version is a practical choice when the measured cable path, including bends and access behind each device, fits within that length. Key features 10-metre reach Route an HDMI connection between separated devices in a meeting room, home cinema or presentation space. Measure along the actual planned path rather than straight across the floor. Furniture, wall edges and the space behind mounted equipment can use more cable than expected.4K at 60Hz The HDMI 2.0 connection supports up to 18Gbps bandwidth for compatible Ultra HD sources and displays. The cable carries the video mode supplied by the source. It does not upscale lower-resolution content or add display capabilities that the screen does not already have.Active optical transmission A fibre-optic signal path helps carry high-bandwidth video over a longer run while limiting susceptibility to electrical interference. The connection still uses familiar full-size HDMI plugs at both ends. You do not need to connect it to an optical audio or network-fibre socket.Clearly marked direction Source and Display connector markings identify the correct ends before you route the cable behind furniture or through an installation. Leave the connector labels accessible during the first test. Checking direction before securing the run can save time when the far end is difficult to reach. Where it fits Projector installations Connect a media player or computer to a projector where a short desktop cable cannot reach.Living rooms and meeting rooms Place source equipment where it is convenient while keeping an HDMI connection to the screen across the room.Separate the screen from the equipment Keep a media player or presentation computer near the controls while the display sits at the other end of the room. Use the 10m cable to follow a planned route, leaving gentle bends and enough slack to reach the ports without putting strain on them. Will it work with your setup? HDMI-equipped computers, consoles and media players connected to HDMI TVs, monitors or projectors. Use source and display equipment that both support 4K at 60Hz to achieve that output mode. Setup and everyday use Check the planned 10-metre route and connector access before installation. Connect the end marked Source to the computer, console or media player. Connect Display to the TV, monitor or projector. Test picture and sound at the desired resolution before securing the cable along its final route. A closer look Before you buy The cable is directional and must run from Source to Display. Maximum display performance depends on the connected equipment and selected output settings. This is the 10-metre 4K model; it is not an 8K HDMI 2.1 cable. Technical specifications SKU 45503 Model HD178 Length 10m Connectors HDMI male to HDMI male Cable type Active optical cable (AOC) HDMI version 2.0 Maximum video 4K at 60Hz Bandwidth Up to 18Gbps Connector housing Aluminium alloy Transmission Directional: Source to Display Inside the box 1 x UGREEN 45503 10m HDMI active optical cableFrequently asked questions Which end connects to the TV or projector?Connect the end marked Display to the TV, monitor or projector. The Source end goes to the computer, games console, media player or HDMI output of the relevant AV device. This is a directional active optical cable, so reversing the ends will prevent normal operation. Read the labels before installation, particularly if the route passes behind fixed furniture or through a space that will be difficult to access later.What is different about an active optical HDMI cable?An active optical cable combines electronics at the HDMI ends with a fibre-optic path for the main high-speed signal. This construction is useful for carrying high-bandwidth video over a longer distance. The plugs still connect to ordinary compatible HDMI ports, but the cable has a defined Source-to-Display direction. Handle it as an assembled cable: do not cut, splice or try to terminate the fibre like a general installation wire.Will it work with an HDMI projector in a meeting room?Yes, provided the source and projector have compatible HDMI connections and the planned route fits the 10m length. The projector's supported resolution determines the picture you can use; a 1080p projector will not become a 4K projector. Before fixing the cable in place, test the actual computer, any dock or adapter, and the projector together at the mode you intend to use during meetings.What do I need for 4K at 60Hz?The source output, display input and any equipment between them must support 4K at 60Hz. Choose the appropriate HDMI input on the screen and select the desired output mode on the source. Some devices have input-format or enhanced-HDMI settings that affect available modes. If 60Hz is unavailable, inspect the whole connection, including a laptop dock or adapter, rather than assuming the cable alone controls the refresh rate.Can it connect a games console or streaming player?It can connect a compatible HDMI source such as a console or media player to an HDMI display, with video support up to 4K at 60Hz. Match the device's output settings to the screen. This is an HDMI 2.0, 18Gbps model, so choose an appropriately specified higher-bandwidth connection if your intended setup requires modes beyond its rating. The cable does not change game rendering performance or improve the resolution of the source content.How should I plan and route the 10m cable?Measure the route along the surfaces it will follow, including rises to a projector or wall-mounted display and access behind the source. Allow gentle bends and some slack at each end. Protect the HDMI heads and avoid pulling the cable by its connectors, trapping it under furniture or forming sharp folds. Test picture and sound before final fixing. For concealed building installation, confirm that the chosen routing method and cable rating meet the installation requirements.Can I use an adapter, wall plate or HDMI switch with it?An additional component may be usable, but it becomes part of the complete HDMI link and must support the required signal. Check its direction and resolution limits, especially with a USB-C adapter, HDMI switch or coupler. Test the cable directly between the source and display first, then introduce the extra component. This makes it easier to identify the part limiting the connection if a picture drops out or a mode is unavailable.What should I do if I get no picture or sound?Start with the Source and Display labels, then check that the screen is on the correct HDMI input and the source is awake. Reseat both plugs and try a lower supported resolution during diagnosis. On a computer, select the HDMI display as the audio output if sound is missing. Remove extra adapters or switches temporarily and test with another known-working HDMI source or display to isolate the problem.