Template:DisplayPort


 * DisplayPort
 * primarily for digital video, but can also carry audio, USB, analog video, and more
 * most common on high-end LCD monitors, especially large IPS panel monitors
 * all versions support up to 8 channels of digital audio
 * all versions support progressive scan video and HD resolutions up to 1920x1200
 * support for higher resolutions and new features in later versions:
 * Ver. 1.0/1.1 - up to 2560x1600p60 at typical color depth, limited stereoscopic 3D
 * Ver. 1.2 - up to 4096x2160p60 resolution, Mini DisplayPort connector, multiple stereoscopic 3D modes, ability to daisy-chain multiple displays, and more
 * see Display Formats for more info
 * compatible with HDMI, DVI, and VGA video signal with adapter
 * uses rectangular metal connector with one angled flat corner and 20 internal pins

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 * Mini DisplayPort (MiniDP)
 * mini version of connector, originally proprietary to Apple but later became part of DisplayPort Ver. 1.2 spec
 * increasingly common on laptops, high-end displays, and newer desktop graphics cards
 * used by Intel for their Thunderbolt port technology

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