Can I connect HDMI Type-A (Standard) to Microsoft Surface Connect?

HDMI Type-A (Standard) and Microsoft Surface Connect are not directly compatible. You will need a Active adapter to connect them.

Do I need an adapter for HDMI Type-A (Standard) to Microsoft Surface Connect?

Yes, you need a HDMI Type-A (Standard) to Microsoft Surface Connect adapter to connect HDMI Type-A (Standard) to Microsoft Surface Connect.

HDMI Type-A (Standard) ↔ Microsoft Surface Connect

Q: Will connecting HDMI Type-A (Standard) to Microsoft Surface Connect cause signal loss?

No significant signal degradation is expected when connecting HDMI Type-A (Standard) to Microsoft Surface Connect.

Compatibility check and signal path analysis

Adapter Required

These connectors are not directly compatible. An adapter or converter cable is needed.

Recommended: HDMI Type-A (Standard) to Microsoft Surface Connect adapter

Signal Path

HDMI Type-A (Standard) HDMI

Adapter

Microsoft Surface Connect Unknown

HDMI Type-A (Standard)

Family HDMI

Form Factor Trapezoidal wide

Pin Count 19

Reversible No

Microsoft Surface Connect

Family Proprietary

Form Factor Flat magnetic

Pin Count 6

Reversible Yes

Notes

HDMI Type-A (Standard) to Microsoft Surface Connect: Some proprietary connectors have HDMI adapters (e.g., Lightning Digital AV Adapter). Check manufacturer options. The HDMI Type-A (Standard) (HDMI) and Microsoft Surface Connect (Proprietary) are from different connector families.