Mini DisplayPort 6.35mm (1/4 inch)

Compatibility check and signal path analysis

Adapter Required

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

Recommended: Mini DisplayPort to 6.35mm (1/4 inch) adapter

Signal Path

Mini DisplayPort DisplayPort
Adapter

Mini DisplayPort

Family DisplayPort
Form Factor Rectangular small
Pin Count 20
Reversible No

6.35mm (1/4 inch)

Family Audio
Form Factor Cylindrical 6.35mm
Pin Count 3
Reversible Yes

Notes

Mini DisplayPort to 6.35mm (1/4 inch): DisplayPort carries embedded audio. A DP audio extractor can separate the audio signal. The Mini DisplayPort (DisplayPort) and 6.35mm (1/4 inch) (Audio) are from different connector families.