HDMI規(guī)格1.4版出來了，HDMI 1.4規(guī)格提供以下新功能： 

      HDMI以太網(wǎng)絡(luò)通道

      HDMI規(guī)格1.4在纜線中增加了數(shù)據(jù)通路,來達成雙向的傳送.有此功能的設(shè)備在連結(jié)後,將可用乙太線100Mb/秒的速度發(fā)送和接收數(shù)據(jù),并使這些設(shè)備立即成為IP基礎(chǔ)的設(shè)備.HDMI以太網(wǎng)絡(luò)通道可讓集成互聯(lián)網(wǎng)功能的HDMI設(shè)備，無需使用其他以太網(wǎng)絡(luò)線纜，即可與其他HDMI設(shè)備共享其互聯(lián)網(wǎng)連線。此一新功能同時也提供HDMI設(shè)備間共享內(nèi)容所需的互連架構(gòu)

HDMI Ethernet Channel

With networking capabilities now available in a wide range of IP-enabled home entertainment devices, from TVs and gaming consoles to DVRs and more, adding an Ethernet channel is a big step forward in the evolution of the HDMI standard. Consumers can enjoy all the benefits of Ethernet connectivity via HDMI, and further simplify their systems by eliminating the need for separate Ethernet cables.

• Accommodates current and future IP-based networking solutions for consumer electronics, including DLNA, IPTV, LiquidHD, and UPnP.
• Allows multiple connected devices to share an Internet connection.
• Enables native-format content distribution between connected devices, including recording and playback across a networked system.
• Provides a true one-cable solution for all your home entertainment needs, offering HDMI’s world-cl quality and reliability plus all the benefits of home entertainment networking in one powerful connection.