StarTech. com DP2HD4KS DisplayPort to HDMI Active Adapter - 4K 30Hz - HDCP 1. 4 - DP 1. 2 to HDMI 1. 4 - 5. 9" Cable
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Product Features
Technical Overview
This adapter implements active signal conversion between DisplayPort 1.2 and HDMI 1.4 standards, supporting resolutions up to 3840x2160 at 30Hz refresh rates. The 20-pin DisplayPort male connector interfaces with host devices, while the 19-pin HDMI female connector outputs to displays, with a 5.9-inch integrated cable providing convenient reach.
The active design ensures reliable signal conversion even with extended HDMI cable runs up to 35 feet, as verified through testing. Content protection features include HDCP 1.4 for encrypted media playback and DPCP for DisplayPort content protection, maintaining compatibility with protected digital content across applications.
This section brings together practical product details such as Connector Type on First End, Connector on First End Details, Connector Type on Second End, Color Family, so buyers can judge configuration, deployment fit, and day-to-day suitability with less guesswork.
Key Product Advantages
This DisplayPort to HDMI adapter delivers reliable performance through its active conversion technology, ensuring stable signal transmission across extended cable distances. The compact form factor and lightweight design make it highly portable for mobile professionals who need connectivity solutions between office and remote work locations.
Universal Compatibility
Works with DP and DP++ sources including AMD Radeon Pro, NVIDIA RTX/Quadro graphics, laptops, small form factor computers, and docking stations without requiring DP++ compatibility on the source device.
- Supports non-DP++ sources
- No software drivers needed
- Cross-platform OS support
Enhanced Connectivity
Features a non-latching DisplayPort connector for easy disconnection from hard-to-reach ports, tested with HDMI cables up to 35 feet for flexible installation scenarios.
- Easy-disconnect design
- Extended cable compatibility
- Stable signal transmission
Deployment / Use Cases
This adapter serves multiple connectivity scenarios in professional and educational environments. IT departments can deploy it to extend the life of existing HDMI displays by connecting them to modern computers equipped only with DisplayPort outputs, creating cost-effective display solutions without requiring complete hardware refreshes.
For workstation users, the adapter enables dual-monitor configurations by adding an HDMI display alongside existing DisplayPort monitors, expanding screen real estate for multitasking. Home office professionals can connect laptops to larger HDMI televisions or monitors for presentations and collaborative work, while the compact design facilitates easy transport between locations.
Professional Workstation Expansion
Add secondary HDMI displays to workstations with DisplayPort graphics cards, enabling multi-monitor setups for design, development, and financial analysis applications.
Educational & Presentation Environments
Connect laptops to classroom projectors or conference room displays for presentations, training sessions, and collaborative meetings with reliable 4K video output.
Physical Profile
The adapter features a durable black housing that matches professional computing equipment aesthetics. With a weight of just 0.40 ounces (11.34 grams), it adds minimal bulk to portable setups while maintaining robust construction for daily use. The compact dimensions and integrated 5.9-inch cable allow for tidy cable management behind displays or within workstation setups.
The physical profile is practical for deployment planning because the dimensions and weight are clearly defined: 0.40 oz (11.34 g). This helps confirm rack, shelf, desk, or cabinet fit before installation.
- Weight
- 0.40 oz (11.34 g)
Highlights
- Active DisplayPort 1.2 to HDMI 1.4 conversion supporting 4K Ultra HD at 30Hz
- 7.1 channel audio transmission alongside high-definition video
- HDCP 1.4 content protection for encrypted media playback
- Compatible with DP and DP++ sources including non-DP++ compatible systems
- No software or drivers required - works with macOS, Windows, and Ubuntu
- Tested with HDMI cables up to 35 feet for extended connectivity options
- Non-latching DisplayPort connector for easy disconnection from tight spaces
- Compact, portable design ideal for mobile professionals
- 3-year limited warranty for long-term reliability assurance
- EU RoHS, REACH, and WEEE environmental compliance
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | StarTech.com |
| Manufacturer Part Number | DP2HD4KS |
| Brand Name | StarTech.com |
| Product Name | DisplayPort to HDMI Active Adapter |
| Packaged Quantity | 1 Each |
| Product Type | Video Adapter |
| Technical Information | |
| Connector Type on First End | DisplayPort 1.2 Digital Audio/Video - Male |
| Connector on First End Details | 1 x 20-pin DisplayPort 1.2 Digital Audio/Video - Male |
| Connector Type on Second End | HDMI 1.4 Digital Audio/Video - Female |
| Connector on Second End Details | 1 x 19-pin HDMI 1.4 Digital Audio/Video - Female |
| Features | Active,HDCP 1.4,DPCP |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Color Family | Black |
| Product Color | Black |
| Weight (Approximate) | 0.40 oz (11.34 g) |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Country of Origin | Vietnam |
| Environmentally Friendly | Yes |
| Environmental Certification | EU RoHS |
| Environmental Compliance | Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) 2,Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH),Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE) |
| Warranty | |
| Limited Warranty | 3 Year |
User Manual
FAQ
Does this adapter require separate software or driver installation?
No software or drivers are required for this adapter to function. It operates as a plug-and-play device that works immediately when connected. The adapter is compatible with multiple operating systems including macOS, Windows, and Ubuntu Linux without any additional configuration or installation steps.
What types of devices can I connect using this DisplayPort to HDMI adapter?
This adapter connects DisplayPort 1.2 sources to HDMI 1.4 displays. Source devices include workstations, desktops with AMD Radeon Pro or NVIDIA RTX/Quadro graphics, laptops, small form factor computers, and docking stations. Display devices can be HDMI monitors, televisions, or projectors for primary or secondary display configurations.
How does the active conversion technology benefit connectivity?
Active conversion technology ensures reliable signal transmission between DisplayPort and HDMI interfaces, particularly important for extended cable runs. This adapter has been tested with HDMI cables up to 35 feet while maintaining signal integrity. The active design also enables compatibility with DisplayPort sources that lack DP++ capability, expanding the range of compatible host devices.
What content protection features does this adapter include?
The adapter supports HDCP 1.4 (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection) for encrypted media playback from streaming services, Blu-ray discs, and other protected content sources. It also includes DPCP (DisplayPort Content Protection) for comprehensive content security across both input and output interfaces.
What warranty and environmental certifications apply to this product?
StarTech.com provides a 3-year limited warranty for this adapter, ensuring long-term reliability and support. The product meets multiple environmental standards including EU RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances), REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals), and WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive) compliance for responsible manufacturing and disposal.
What refresh rate or brightness details are available?
Display-oriented products are best judged through screen, connectivity, and installation specifications. Those facts help buyers confirm visual fit, mounting flexibility, and deployment suitability more clearly than generic summary text.
What input or connectivity options are listed?
1 x 20-pin DisplayPort 1.2 Digital Audio/Video - Male.
Does the display support VESA mounting or adjustment features?
Display-oriented products are best judged through screen, connectivity, and installation specifications. Those facts help buyers confirm visual fit, mounting flexibility, and deployment suitability more clearly than generic summary text.
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