StarTech.com to HDMI Adapter Cable USB Type C 1 Supported Display(s) - 8 k

StarTech Adapter Cable, 8K Maximum Resolution, Thunderbolt 3 Connector Type - 135B-USBC-HDMI212M

This adapter cable connects a USB Type-C source supporting DisplayPort Alt Mode or Thunderbolt to an HDMI display, enabling high-resolution video transport without software installation. It is designed to link modern laptops and compatible devices to a single HDMI monitor, handling HDR content and multi‑channel audio while minimising signal loss through an integrated adapter-and-cable design.

Features and Benefits:

• 8K60Hz capability delivers very high-resolution image output
  HDR10 and DSC support preserves wide dynamic-range visuals
  7.1ch audio with Dolby Atmos and DTS:X carries immersive sound
  Cage shielding reduces electromagnetic interference during transmission
  Adaptive receiver equalisation maintains signal integrity

Applications

• Suitable for connecting USB-C laptops to 8K HDMI displays
  Used with Thunderbolt 3 hosts for single display output
  Ideal for high-resolution video editing and colour grading
  Can be used to feed HDR-capable monitors for content review
  Used with USB4 devices to output HDMI video

Which host ports are required for full performance?

The source port must support DisplayPort over USB-C (DP Alt Mode)
USB4, Thunderbolt 3 or Thunderbolt 4 hosts are supported.

Are drivers or software necessary to operate it?

No drivers or software are required
operation is plug-and-play when the host supports DP Alt Mode.

What video and copy-protection standards are supported?

The cable is HDMI 2.1 FRL compliant and supports HDCP 1.x/2.2/2.3 and DSC 1.1/1.2a.

Which device families is it compatible with?

It works with major laptop brands such as Dell, HP, Lenovo and Microsoft and across hardware platforms provided the host port capability exists.

What construction features protect signal quality?

The integrated adapter-cable design with Adaptive equalisation and cage shielding reduces failure points and mitigates EMI.