HDMI is an audio/video interface for transmitting video data and digital audio from an HDMI-compliant source device. It is a digital replacement for analog video standards. The HDMI was founded by Hitachi, Panasonic, Philips, Silicon Image, Sony, Thomson, RVA and Toshiba, with its development started in 2002.
Meaning and history
HDMI is an abbreviation for High-Definition Multimedia Interface and is the most frequently used HD signal for transferring both high definition audio and video over a single cable.
To use the HDMI logo for its product the company has to pass through certification. The HDMI certification program enables manufacturers to test and validate the reliability and performance of HDMI cables used for 4K/UltraHD according to the HDMI specification. In addition, HDMI certification logo provides a mark of anti-counterfeit and assurance to users that the HDMI product complies with the authentication requirement by HDMI.
2002 – Today
The HDMI logo is one of the most recognizable logos in the world. It’s bold black typeface is know a in almost every house.
The font used for the HDMI logo is close to Gunship serif sans with its bold geometric lettering.