ATEN
ATEN VC980 Mini DisplayPort to HDMI audio video converter
Connects a Mini DisplayPort source to an HDMI display with audio up to 1920x1200 or 1080p
- TypeMini DP to HDMI
- ColorWhite
- Cable LengthNo
- Connector A1x HDMI 19pin female
- Connector B1x Mini DisplayPort male
- FeaturesSupports VGA, SVGA, XGA, SXGA, UXGA and resolutions up to 19
- Converts Mini DisplayPort to HDMI for easy display connection
- Supports 1920 x 1200 PC and 1080p HDTV resolutions
- Works with MacBook Pro, Air, mini and Pro models
- Passes Dolby True HD and DTS HD Master Audio
- RoHS and WEEE certified with lifetime warranty
Mini DisplayPort to HDMI converter
The ATEN VC980 adapter connects a Mini DisplayPort source to an HDMI display using a short 7.48 inch cable. It targets Mac mini, Mac Pro, MacBook, MacBook Air and MacBook Pro owners who need a simple digital link. The white unit weighs approximately 0.06 lb and carries RoHS and WEEE environmental certifications.
Female HDMI port for existing cables
The converter provides a 19 pin HDMI Type A female socket so you can use any standard HDMI cable you already own. No extra software or driver installation is required for the supported Mac models. The compact form factor keeps the connection tidy on crowded desks or in tight travel bags.
Video support up to 1920x1200
The device handles PC resolutions up to 1920x1200 and HDTV resolutions up to 1080p along with legacy VGA, SVGA, XGA, SXGA and UXGA modes. It also passes Dolby True HD and DTS HD Master Audio streams through the HDMI link. It will not drive higher refresh rate panels or resolutions beyond the stated maximums.
Highlights
- Converts Mini DisplayPort to HDMI for easy display connection
- Supports 1920 x 1200 PC and 1080p HDTV resolutions
- Works with MacBook Pro, Air, mini and Pro models
- Passes Dolby True HD and DTS HD Master Audio
- RoHS and WEEE certified with lifetime warranty
Specifications
| Brand | ATEN |
|---|---|
| Model | VC980 |
| Type | Mini DP to HDMI |
| Color | White |
| Cable Length | No |
| Connector A | 1x HDMI 19pin female |
| Connector B | 1x Mini DisplayPort male |
| Features | Supports VGA, SVGA, XGA, SXGA, UXGA and resolutions up to 1920x1200(PC) / 1080p(HDTV) Supports Mac Products including MacBook, MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, Mac mini and Mac Pro Supports Dolby True HD and DTS HD Master Audio No software or driver installation needed Audio enabled |
| Shipping weight | 0.05 kg |
| Package size | 210 × 121 × 23 mm |
Questions about this item
Will the Mini DisplayPort plug or HDMI socket wear out with daily connect-disconnect cycles?
The adapter uses a Mini DisplayPort male connector and a 19-pin HDMI female socket rated for typical daily insertion cycles; no user-serviceable parts are inside.
What resolution ceiling will I hit first when driving a monitor all day?
The converter supports up to 1920x1200 for PC sources and 1080p for HDTV signals, so the 1920 by 1200 limit appears first.
Does the adapter get warm or draw extra power during continuous operation?
The unit is bus-powered through the Mini DisplayPort connection, weighs 0.06 lb and has no active cooling, so heat and power draw stay minimal.
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