StarTech.com 2 port Mini DisplayPort to HDMI Adapter 680 mm Length 1920 x 1200 pixel Maximum Resolution

StarTech.com 4k Mini DisplayPort to HDMI, VGA Cable - MDP2VGAHD20

Designed with simplicity in mind, this adapter is an obvious choice for those wanting a high-end, easy to use solution for displaying HD and UHD video between modern and legacy devices. No need to worry about picture quality as the VGA output supports resolutions up to 1080p and with a max 4k output for HDMI. With support for HDR (High Dynamic Range), it provides richer, sharper, and an enhanced feel to images and video. Plug the HDMI adapter cable straight into a computer for presentations or a Blu-ray player for a film night.

Cost-Effective and Economical

• Eliminate the cost of upgrading whole systems and opt for this convenient mDP 1.2 connector. Continue to utilise perfectly functionable legacy equipment rather than dispose of old equipment by utilising the VGA output.

• For climate conscious customers, this reduces landfill as you’re not replacing systems and cables as often.

Top Image Quality

• This compact lead supports brilliant colour, improved contrast, and greater luminosity through HDR support with HDMI.

The HDMI output has support for high definition video at 4K at 60Hz (3840 x 2160) on your monitor with a maximum bandwidth of an incredible 18Gbps. It’s fully capable of connecting with your HDMI 2.0 equipment as well as earlier versions of HDMI. On earlier versions, this adapter will allow videos and pictures to be shown at the maximum resolution of the display.

• For the pixel peepers amongst us, users will be very pleased to know that resolutions of up to 1920x1200 (1080p) is perfectly achievable with this VGA converter even with older projectors or TVs.

StarTech have cleverly designed this HDMI converter to use the 1.2 mini DisplayPort technology to deliver a high-definition crystal clear picture on your VGA enabled monitor.

Highly Portable

• Take this mDP dongle with you on the go whether you’re hot desking or working between different locations, as this compact and lightweight wire fits easy in your laptop bag or rucksack. Save space in your bag by not needing to bring two separate cables with the 2-in-1 feature. This means you can deliver lectures and presentations on the move knowing you’re prepared for legacy and modern connections.

Easy Setup

• A great feature of this VGA adapter cable is that it doesn't require any additional software to be downloaded to use it. With no set up needed, this active video adapter is incredibly easy to use, it’s truly plug and play. It has a low profile and is extremely lightweight, making it highly portable for those days out of the office and in the presentation room, ready, giving a great first impression.

Features and Benefits

• Lightweight and compact design
• Highly portable
• Mini DisplayPort 1.2
• 1x mDP male connector
• 1x VGA female receptacle
• 1x Female HDMI connection
• Supports 1920x1200 / 1080p for VGA
• 4K support over HDMI
• Carries 7.1 audio channels over HDMI
• Thunderbolt 2 compatible
• Backwards compatible with HDMI 1.4
• Save space by not carrying around two separate cables
• Compatible with macOS, Windows, Chrome OS and Linux
• Connect a secondary display
• Active adapter suitable for older Macbooks and Thunderbolt 2 enabled devices

FAQs

What are the applications of this adapter?

• Users can use this converter to gain an extra monitor in their setup. Present and lecture with a high-definition slide show and be ready with different connection options. Take this into the office or use in the classroom, lightweight and compact, slide this into your laptop bag and be ready wherever you go.

How to connect a mini DisplayPort to HDMI?

• With this easy to use StarTech.com video adapter, users can connect devices from mini DP to HDMI with simple plug in and play capabilities and no downloads required.

How does a Mini DisplayPort to VGA adapter work?

• The mini DisplayPort to VGA converter works as a transmitter, translating digital signals to analogue signals. A digital signal comprises of multiple time-separated bits of data, whereas an analogue signal is a continuous wave of data. The converter works to translate the way data is presented in one form (digital) into the desired output form (analogue).

How does a DisplayPort to HDMI adapter work?

• To convert from mDP to HDMI, the converter needs to boost the voltage for HDMI to 5v. The mini DisplayPort adapter will also be capable of sending out TMDS signals to support HDMI outputs.

What is an active mini DisplayPort to HDMI cable?

• The VGA adapter has an active conversion that allows it to perform the conversion itself rather than the source device.

What’s in the box?

• 1x Mini DisplayPort to VGA and HDMI Adapter