StarTech. com MDP2HDMM5MB Mini DisplayPort to HDMI Cable - 15ft - 5m - 4K 30Hz Video - HDCP 1. 4 - Passive Adapter - Black
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Product Features
Technical Overview
This adapter cable implements Mini DisplayPort 1.2 to HDMI 1.4 conversion through a passive design that maintains signal integrity across its 5-meter length. The 20-pin Mini DisplayPort connector interfaces with mDP++ compatible sources, while the 19-pin HDMI connector delivers digital audio/video to displays, projectors, or AV receivers. The integrated conversion chip within the HDMI connector ensures minimal signal degradation for crystal-clear image quality.
The cable supports HDCP 1.4 content protection for encrypted media playback and DPCP for DisplayPort content protection. It handles 7.1 channel audio alongside video signals, providing complete multimedia connectivity. The passive design means no external power is required, making it truly plug-and-play for immediate deployment in any compatible system.
This section brings together practical product details such as Cable Type, Cable Length, Connector Type on First End, Color Family, so buyers can judge configuration, deployment fit, and day-to-day suitability with less guesswork.
Key Product Advantages
This Mini DisplayPort to HDMI solution stands out through its integrated design and broad compatibility. The conversion electronics are built directly into the HDMI connector rather than requiring a separate dongle or box, resulting in a cleaner installation with fewer connection points that could fail. This design also reduces signal loss compared to adapter-based solutions, ensuring optimal video quality from source to display.
Universal Compatibility
Works with Thunderbolt 1 & 2 MacBooks, Microsoft Surface Pro 1-6, AMD FirePro/NVIDIA Quadro workstations, Intel NUC systems, and various docks without requiring configuration changes.
- macOS, Windows, Ubuntu support
- mDP++ source compatibility
- No software installation needed
Professional-Grade Construction
The cable meets EU RoHS, REACH, and WEEE environmental standards while delivering reliable performance in business environments where uptime is critical.
- 3-year limited warranty
- Environmental compliance certified
- Black professional finish
Deployment / Use Cases
This cable serves multiple professional scenarios where reliable Mini DisplayPort to HDMI conversion is required. In corporate environments, it connects laptops like Microsoft Surface Pro devices or MacBooks to conference room displays and projectors for presentations and video conferences. The 15-foot length provides flexibility in room layout while maintaining signal integrity.
For creative professionals and workstation users, the 4K 30Hz support enables high-resolution monitoring from systems with Mini DisplayPort outputs to HDMI displays. The cable also functions effectively in digital signage deployments, connecting compact media players to larger displays in retail or hospitality settings. Home office users benefit from the plug-and-play operation when extending their desktop to secondary monitors.
Conference Room Setup
Connect presenter laptops to wall-mounted displays or projectors without requiring dedicated adapters for each device type.
Workstation Display Extension
Add secondary monitors to professional workstations with Mini DisplayPort outputs, maintaining 4K resolution for detailed design work.
Physical Profile
The cable features a standard black PVC jacket that blends with most office environments and equipment. At 15 feet (5 meters) in length, it provides ample reach for routing around desks, through cable management systems, or across presentation spaces. The 7.4-ounce weight ensures the cable stays in place without excessive tension on device ports. Both connectors feature standard gender configurations—male Mini DisplayPort and male HDMI—for direct connection without additional adapters.
- Weight
- 7.40 oz (209.79 g)
- Length
- 16.4 ft (5 m)
Highlights
- 15ft (5m) Mini DisplayPort to HDMI passive adapter cable with integrated conversion chip
- Supports 4K Ultra HD resolution at 30Hz (3840x2160) or 4096x2160 at 24Hz
- HDCP 1.4 and DPCP content protection for encrypted media playback
- 7.1 channel audio support alongside high-definition video
- Works with mDP++ sources including Thunderbolt 1/2 MacBooks and Microsoft Surface Pro
- No drivers or software required - compatible with macOS, Windows, and Ubuntu
- Backward compatible with 1080p resolution for legacy displays
- EU RoHS, REACH, and WEEE environmental compliance
- 3-year limited warranty from StarTech.com
- Black color with flexible design for tidy installations
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | StarTech.com |
| Manufacturer Part Number | MDP2HDMM5MB |
| Brand Name | StarTech.com |
| Product Name | Mini DisplayPort to HDMI Adapter Cable - 5 m (15 ft.) - 4K 30Hz |
| Packaged Quantity | 1 Each |
| Product Type | Video Cable Adapter |
| Technical Information | |
| Cable Type | HDMI/Mini DisplayPort |
| Cable Length | 16.4 ft (5 m) |
| Connector Type on First End | Mini DisplayPort 1.2 Digital Audio/Video - Male |
| Connector Gender on First End | Male |
| Connector on First End Details | 1 x 20-pin Mini DisplayPort 1.2 Digital Audio/Video - Male |
| Connector Type on Second End | HDMI 1.4 Digital Audio/Video - Male |
| Connector Gender on Second End | Male |
| Connector on Second End Details | 1 x 19-pin HDMI 1.4 Digital Audio/Video - Male |
| Device Supported | Projector,Ultrabook,Audio/Video Device,Workstation,Notebook,MacBook,MacBook Air,Dock,Mac mini |
| Supported Resolution | 1920 x 1200 |
| Features | Passive,HDCP 1.4,DPCP |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Color Family | Black |
| Product Color | Black |
| Weight (Approximate) | 7.40 oz (209.79 g) |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Compatibility | Microsoft Surface Pro |
| 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) |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Warranty | |
| Limited Warranty | 3 Year |
User Manual
FAQ
What resolution does this Mini DisplayPort to HDMI cable support?
This cable supports Ultra HD 4K resolution at 30Hz (3840x2160) or 4096x2160 at 24Hz. It is also backward compatible with 1080p and lower resolutions, making it suitable for both modern high-resolution displays and legacy monitors. The HDMI 1.4 specification ensures reliable transmission of high-definition video signals across the 15-foot cable length.
Does this cable require external power or drivers to work?
No, this is a passive adapter cable that requires no external power source, drivers, or software installation. The conversion electronics are integrated into the HDMI connector, making it truly plug-and-play. It works immediately with macOS, Windows, and Ubuntu operating systems when connected between compatible Mini DisplayPort sources and HDMI displays.
What devices are compatible with this Mini DisplayPort to HDMI cable?
The cable works with mDP++ compatible sources including Thunderbolt 1 and 2 MacBooks, MacBook Air, Mac mini, Microsoft Surface Pro models 1 through 6, AMD FirePro and NVIDIA Quadro workstations, Intel NUC systems, various docks, and laptops with Mini DisplayPort outputs. It connects these devices to HDMI displays, monitors, projectors, or AV receivers.
How does the integrated conversion chip improve performance?
The conversion chip is built directly into the HDMI connector rather than being in a separate adapter dongle. This design minimizes signal loss by reducing connection points and potential interference. The integrated approach also creates a cleaner installation with fewer components that could become disconnected or damaged, ensuring more reliable video transmission over the 15-foot cable length.
Does this cable support audio as well as video?
Yes, the cable supports 7.1 channel digital audio alongside video signals. This allows for complete multimedia connectivity where both high-definition video and multi-channel audio are transmitted from the Mini DisplayPort source to the HDMI display or audio system. The audio is transmitted digitally without quality degradation across the cable.
What content protection standards does this cable support?
This cable supports HDCP 1.4 (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection) for encrypted media playback from sources like streaming services and Blu-ray players. It also supports DPCP (DisplayPort Content Protection) for protected DisplayPort content. These standards ensure compatibility with copyright-protected material while maintaining signal integrity across the connection.
What resolution or display format is specified?
It features a display specification of 1920 x 1200, giving you clear visuals for work and media use.
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.
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