HDMI is a universal connection standard for transmitting video and audio signals. Its applications primarily include connecting monitors and televisions to computers, Blu-ray players, and similar devices. The HDMI connection takes up less space, making it more suitable for portable display devices like ultrabooks and laptops, or for two connections on a graphics card. The robust nylon braid effectively protects the HDMI cable and gives it an appealing look. This is a high-quality, double-shielded cable (foil and braid) with gold-plated contacts for optimal transmission of video signals. The cable features a DVI-D (18+1) and an HDMI connector and can be used in either direction. An example of its use is connecting a TFT monitor with a DVI interface to a TV tuner card with an HDMI connection.