STARTECH HDADFM5IN HDMI to Micro HDMI video adapter 5in

Compact HDMI Micro adapter

This 5-inch adapter converts a standard HDMI female port to a Micro HDMI male connector, letting you link portable devices such as smartphones or tablets directly to a TV or monitor. The short length keeps the signal path clean and the assembly easy to stow in a laptop bag. Gold-plated contacts and a PVC jacket protect the 34 AWG conductors during frequent plug cycles. It is built for users who need a simple gender change without a bulky cable.

Plug-and-play installation

No drivers or external power are required; simply insert the Micro HDMI end into the portable device and connect a regular HDMI cable to the female side. The rigid 5-inch tail reduces strain on the device port but offers no slack, so the display must sit close to the source. The 19-pin connectors mate securely, though the short reach can make routing awkward in tight cabinets or wall-mounted screens. Handle the adapter by the moulded ends to avoid stressing the thin internal wires.

High Speed HDMI headroom

The adapter passes High Speed HDMI signals with Ethernet, supporting 1080p and 4K video as well as multi-channel audio through a single link. Bandwidth is limited by the HDMI specification the connected devices negotiate, not by the adapter itself. It cannot add features absent from the source or display, such as higher refresh rates or HDR metadata that the endpoints do not generate. For runs longer than the 5-inch pigtail, a separate active cable or repeater becomes necessary.