🧠📺 DisplayPort • HDMI Cable

This cable transmits high-definition digital video and audio from a DisplayPort source to an HDMI display. It’s ideal for connecting PCs, laptops, or GPUs to TVs, monitors, or projectors—especially in setups where HDMI is the only available input.
 
🔧 Cable Format & Use Case
🔌 DisplayPort Male → HDMI Male
DisplayPort plugs into GPU, laptop, or docking station
HDMI plugs into monitor, TV, or projector
Use Case: Send video/audio from DisplayPort device to HDMI display
 
🖥️ Compatible Devices
💻 Laptops and desktops with DisplayPort output
📺 Monitors, HDTVs, and projectors with HDMI input
🧠 Docking stations and AV switchers with DisplayPort
🎮 HDMI displays used in gaming or media setups
🛠️ Embedded systems with DisplayPort-only output
 
✅ Common Uses
🧠 Connect workstation GPU to HDMI monitor
🎥 Present from DisplayPort laptop to HDMI projector
🛠️ Link DisplayPort dock to HDMI TV in conference rooms
🎮 Game on large HDMI screen from DisplayPort-equipped PC
🧪 Test HDMI displays using DisplayPort sources
 
🧠 Signal Format Notes
⚙️ DisplayPort and HDMI both carry digital video + audio
📡 Supports up to 4K@60Hz, HDR, HDCP 2.2 (model-dependent)
🔁 Cable is unidirectional—DisplayPort source → HDMI display only
🔊 Audio supported if source device outputs audio over DisplayPort
🧠 Active cables may be required for high resolutions or long runs
 
⚠️ Things to Watch Out For
🚫 Not bidirectional—won’t work HDMI → DisplayPort
🔌 Mini DisplayPort ≠ full-size DisplayPort—check connector type
🧯 Some cables require external power for active conversion
📉 HDMI displays may default to lower refresh rates—check settings
🧪 HDCP-protected content may not play on non-compliant displays
 
🛠️ Quick Tips for Beginners
🧠 Confirm your DisplayPort device supports audio if needed
🔍 Use active cable for 4K@60Hz or long-distance runs
🧲 Choose gold-plated connectors for better durability
🧼 Clean ports gently—dust can cause flickering or sync issues
🏷️ Label cable direction—DisplayPort → HDMI only