Kramer Electronics C-HM/ETH-25 High-Speed HDMI Cable with Ethernet 7.6 m Black 97-01214025

Delivering a full 10.2 Gbps data rate, this Kramer C-HM/ETH-25 cable carries 4K video at 60 Hz (4:2:0) or 30 Hz (4:4:4) across its 7.6-meter length, making it a serious backbone for high-bandwidth AV installations.

Overview

The Kramer Electronics C-HM/ETH-25 is a high-speed HDMI cable with Ethernet, built to HDMI 1.4 specifications. Its 24 AWG conductors and triple shielding (foil and braid) maintain signal integrity over 7.6 meters, while gold-plated HDMI Type A male connectors on both ends ensure reliable contact and corrosion resistance. The black PVC jacket is durable yet flexible for routing through conduit, behind displays, or in equipment racks.

What stands out

• HDMI Ethernet Channel (HEC) consolidates network connectivity into the same cable, reducing clutter.
• Audio Return Channel (ARC) simplifies soundbar and AV receiver setups by eliminating a separate audio cable.
• Supports 3D video, HDCP compliance, and CEC for unified device control.
• Handles lossless audio formats including Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio.
• RoHS, CE, and UL compliance for professional integration.

Technical details

• Cable length: 7.6 m (25 ft)
• HDMI version: 1.4 with High Speed with Ethernet rating
• Connectors: HDMI Type A male to HDMI Type A male, gold-plated
• Max resolution: 4K@60 Hz (4:2:0), 4K@30 Hz (4:4:4)
• Data rate: 10.2 Gbps
• Audio: Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD Master Audio, 5.1/7.1 uncompressed
• Features: HEC, ARC, 3D, HDCP, CEC
• Shielding: Triple (foil and braid)
• Conductor gauge: 24 AWG
• Jacket: PVC, black
• Compliance: RoHS, CE, UL

Our verdict

For integrators and home theater enthusiasts needing a dependable long-run HDMI link with Ethernet and ARC, the C-HM/ETH-25 delivers Kramer's pro-grade build quality without compromise.