Extron DPM-HDF/6 4K PLUS DisplayPort Male to HDMI Female Active Adapter Cable – 6′

The Extron DPM-HDF/6 4K PLUS is a robust, active adapter cable that converts DisplayPort signals to HDMI format, allowing seamless connection from DisplayPort sources such as computers, laptops, graphics workstations, and media players to HDMI-equipped displays, projectors, AV switchers, extenders, or matrix switchers. Equipped with advanced active circuitry, it reliably transforms packetized DisplayPort signals into TMDS HDMI signals while supporting resolutions up to 4K/60 Hz @ 4:4:4 with 18 Gbps bandwidth, deep color, HDR metadata, and full chroma subsampling for pristine video quality. The cable passes EDID from the HDMI sink to the DisplayPort source for automatic, accurate resolution and format negotiation, maintains HDCP compliance for protected content playback, and carries embedded multi-channel audio, making it a versatile solution for professional AV installations in boardrooms, classrooms, auditoriums, control rooms, and digital signage systems.

At 6 feet (1.8 m) in length, this adapter provides practical reach for desktop, rack, or under-table connections while featuring gold-plated contacts for superior corrosion resistance and signal integrity over repeated use. Powered solely by the DisplayPort source device with no external power adapter required, it delivers plug-and-play convenience, VESA Interoperability Guideline compliance, and dependable performance in mixed-format AV environments where modern DisplayPort outputs must interface with HDMI infrastructure.

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• What is the primary function of the DPM-HDF/6 4K PLUS? It actively converts DisplayPort signals to HDMI, enabling DisplayPort sources to connect to HDMI displays, switchers, or other HDMI-based AV equipment.
• What is the maximum supported resolution? It supports up to 4K/60 Hz @ 4:4:4 with 18 Gbps bandwidth, including HDR and deep color capabilities.
• Does this cable require an external power source? No, it draws low power directly from the connected DisplayPort source device.
• How is EDID handled? EDID information is passed from the HDMI display to the DisplayPort source, allowing automatic configuration of the optimal resolution and settings.
• Is HDCP supported for protected content? Yes, it is fully compliant with HDCP 1.4 and 2.3, ensuring compatibility with encrypted sources like streaming services and Blu-ray players.
• What makes the 6-foot length advantageous? It offers practical reach for typical installation scenarios like connecting a laptop under a table or in a rack while keeping cable management clean and organized.