C2G 100ft (30.5m) Performance Series High Speed HDMI Active Optical Cable (AOC), 4K 60Hz Plenum Rated

Overview

The C2G C2G41486 is a 100-foot (30.5 meter) Performance Series High Speed HDMI Active Optical Cable designed to transmit 4K video at 60 Hz along with multichannel audio over long distances without visible loss. Its fiber optic construction ensures stable signal quality by minimizing electromagnetic and radio frequency interference, making it suitable for environments with high electronic noise such as equipment racks, data centers, and medical facilities. The cable’s plenum-rated jacket allows safe installation in air-handling spaces, meeting fire-code requirements for commercial buildings.

Key features

• Active optical design that preserves signal integrity over long distances beyond the reach of traditional copper HDMI cables
• Fiber conductors that reduce interference from electromagnetic and radio frequency sources, ensuring stable video and audio transmission
• Plenum-rated jacket compliant with fire safety codes, allowing installation in walls and ceilings of public and commercial spaces
• Kevlar reinforcement inside the cable enhances durability and pull strength during installation through tight or complex pathways
• Directional connectors clearly labeled for source and display ends, simplifying setup and reducing connection errors
• Gold-plated contacts that resist corrosion and maintain high-quality signal transfer over years of use
• Optional USB-C power pigtail included to provide additional power when the source port cannot supply enough current for the active circuitry

Key specs

• Length: 100 feet (30.5 meters)
• Resolution support: 4K at 60 Hz
• Cable type: Active Optical Cable (AOC)
• Jacket rating: Plenum-rated for fire code compliance
• Connectors: HDMI with gold-plated contacts
• Reinforcement: Kevlar strands for pull strength
• Additional power: USB-C power pigtail included

Connectivity and compatibility

This cable supports high-speed HDMI connections suitable for a wide range of devices requiring 4K video and multichannel audio transmission. It works well with projectors, video walls, surgical monitors, and other professional AV equipment that demand reliable long-distance signal delivery. The directional HDMI connectors are designed to ensure proper orientation between source and display devices, reducing setup time and errors.

Installation and setup

The cable’s plenum-rated jacket allows it to be safely routed through walls, ceilings, and air-handling spaces in commercial and institutional buildings without additional conduit. Kevlar reinforcement protects the fiber strands during installation, especially when pulling through tight or complex pathways. Clear labeling on each connector helps installers quickly identify the source and display ends, streamlining the setup process. The included USB-C power pigtail provides flexibility in powering the active components when the source device’s HDMI port cannot supply sufficient current.

Ideal uses and environments

This HDMI Active Optical Cable is a strong choice for professional AV installations that require long cable runs without compromising 4K video quality. It fits well in lecture halls, conference rooms, control centers, medical suites, and data centers where electromagnetic interference is common and fire safety codes must be met. Users who need dependable, high-resolution video transmission over distances copper cables cannot reach will find this cable meets those demands effectively.