KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD.

USER MANUAL

MODEL:

ADC-MDP/M1 Mini DisplayPort to DVI/HDMI/VGA Adapter Cable

P/N: 2900-300380 Rev 1

ADC-MDP/M1 – Contents i

Contents

1 Introduction 1 2 Getting Started 2 2.1 Achieving the Best Performance 2 2.2 Safety Instructions 3 2.3 Recycling Kramer Products 3 3 Overview 4 3.1 Your ADC-MDP/M1 4 4 Connecting the ADC-MDP/M1 5 5 Technical Specifications 6

Figures

Figure 1: ADC-MDP/M1 Mini DisplayPort to DVI/HDMI/VGA Adapter Cable 4 Figure 2: Connecting the ADC-MDP/M1 5

ADC-MDP/M1 - Introduction 1

1 Introduction

Welcome to Kramer Electronics! Since 1981, Kramer Electronics has been

providing a world of unique, creative, and affordable solutions to the vast range of

problems that confront video, audio, presentation, and broadcasting professionals

on a daily basis. In recent years, we have redesigned and upgraded most of our

line, making the best even better!

Our 1,000-plus different models now appear in 14 groups that are clearly defined

by function: GROUP 1: Distribution Amplifiers; GROUP 2: Switchers and Routers;

GROUP 3: Control Systems; GROUP 4: Format/Standards Converters; GROUP 5:

Range Extenders and Repeaters; GROUP 6: Specialty AV Products; GROUP 7:

Scan Converters and Scalers; GROUP 8: Cables and Connectors; GROUP 9:

Room Connectivity; GROUP 10: Accessories and Rack Adapters; GROUP 11:

Sierra Video Products; GROUP 12: Digital Signage; GROUP 13: Audio; and

GROUP 14: Collaboration.

Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer ADC-MDP/M1 Mini DisplayPort to

DVI/HDMI/VGA Adapter Cable, which is ideal for the following typical applications:

Home theater, presentation and multimedia applications

Long range multimedia distribution for cinemas, stores, and entertainment

centers

Video production and broadcast facilities

Retail stores and other point-of-sale systems

2 ADC-MDP/M1 - Getting Started

2 Getting Started

We recommend that you:

Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and packaging

materials for possible future shipment

Review the contents of this user manual

Go to http://www.kramerelectronics.com/support/product_downloads.asp

to check for up-to-date user manuals, application programs, and to check if

firmware upgrades are available (where appropriate).

2.1 Achieving the Best Performance

To achieve the best performance:

Use only good quality connection cables (we recommend Kramer high-

performance, high-resolution cables) to avoid interference, deterioration in

signal quality due to poor matching, and elevated noise levels (often

associated with low quality cables)

Do not secure the cables in tight bundles or roll the slack into tight coils

Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely

influence signal quality

Position your Kramer ADC-MDP/M1 away from moisture, excessive sunlight

and dust

This equipment is to be used only inside a building. It may only be

connected to other equipment that is installed inside a building.

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2.2 Safety Instructions

Caution: There are no operator serviceable parts inside the unit

2.3 Recycling Kramer Products

The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive 2002/96/EC

aims to reduce the amount of WEEE sent for disposal to landfill or incineration by

requiring it to be collected and recycled. To comply with the WEEE Directive,

Kramer Electronics has made arrangements with the European Advanced

Recycling Network (EARN) and will cover any costs of treatment, recycling and

recovery of waste Kramer Electronics branded equipment on arrival at the EARN

facility. For details of Kramer’s recycling arrangements in your particular country

go to our recycling pages at http://www.kramerelectronics.com/support/recycling/.

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4 ADC-MDP/M1 - Overview

3 Overview

The ADC-MDP/M1 adapter can seamlessly connect a Mac Book, Mac Book Pro,

or Mac Book Air, via the mini DisplayPort, to a high definition display via one of its

HDMI, DVI or VGA outputs. This compact device saves you the trouble of plugging

in and out of the only mini DisplayPort connecter that is included in the Mac

notebook.

The ADC-MDP/M1:

Supports Mini DisplayPort 1.1a dual-mode input

HDMI port supports audio output for iMac (Late 2009) and MacBook Pro

(Mid 2010)

Supports an HDMI/DVI/VGA output with a resolution of up to

1920x1080p@60Hz, 225MHz/2.25Gbps per channel (6.75Gbps total), 12-bit

per channel (36-bit total) deep color

Automatically detects the connected display

Is powered by the Mini DisplayPort source

3.1 Your ADC-MDP/M1

Figure 1 defines the ADC-MDP/M1:

Figure 1: ADC-MDP/M1 Mini DisplayPort to DVI/HDMI/VGA Adapter Cable

# Feature Function

1 DVI Output Connector Connects to a DVI acceptor

2 HDMI Output Connector Connects to an HDMI acceptor

3 VGA Output 15-pin HD Connector Connects to a computer graphics acceptor

4 Mini DisplayPort 20-pin Connector Connects to a Mac notebook source

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4 Connecting the ADC-MDP/M1

Always switch off the power to each device before connecting it to your

ADC-MDP/M1. After connecting the device, switch on the power to

each device.

To connect the ADC-MDP/M1, as illustrated in the example in Figure 2, do the

following:

Attach the cables gently to avoid damaging the connectors.

1. Connect a Mac Notebook (for example, a Mac Book, Mac Book Pro, or Mac

Book Air) to the mini DisplayPort connector.

2. Connect one of the following outputs:

An HDMI acceptor (for example, an LCD display) to the HDMI

connector, or

A DVI acceptor (for example, an LCD display) to the DVI connector, or

A VGA acceptor (for example, a projector) to the VGA 15-pin HD

connector

3. Connect the power to each device.

Figure 2: Connecting the ADC-MDP/M1

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6 ADC-MDP/M1 - Technical Specifications

5 Technical Specifications

INPUT: 1 Mini DisplayPort 1.1a on a 20-pin connector

OUTPUTS: 1 DVI connector

1 HDMI connector

1 VGA on a 15-pin HD connector

BANDWIDTH: Supports 2.25Gbps/225MHz per channel, and up to 6.75Gbps bandwidth

VERTICAL FREQUENCY RANGE:

50/60Hz

OUTPUT RESOLUTIONS: 480i, 480p,576p,720p,1080i, 1080p

POWER CONSUMPTION: 700mW; no external power needed

OPERATING TEMPERATURE: 0° to +70°C (32° to 158°F)

STORAGE TEMPERATURE: -10° to + 80°C (14° to 176°F)

HUMIDITY: 10% to 85%, RHL non-condensing

DIMENSIONS: 8.4cm x 4.5cm x 1.5cm (3.3" x 1.8" x 0.6") W, D, H

WEIGHT: 0.05kg (0.67lbs) approx. each

Specifications are subject to change without notice at http://www.kramerelectronics.com

For the latest information on our products and a list of Kramer distributors, visit our Web site where updates to this user manual may be found.

We welcome your questions, comments, and feedback. Web site: www.kramerelectronics.com E-mail: info@kramerel.com

SAFETY WARNING

Disconnect the unit from the powersupply before opening and servicing

P/N: 2900- 300380 Rev: 1

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