DVI-D Dual link cables / connectors are much higher rated on bandwidth (up to 2560 x 1600 resolution / 1600p) compared to single link which is only rated up to 1920×1200 resolutions. Most graphics cards and displays have DVI Dual link ports. Please check the picture below and compare to your current DVI port on the display or graphics card.

Differences between DVI-D, DVI-A and DVI-I, Dual Link and Single Link DVI Video

HDMI to DVI Adapter General Usage and Connection Video

This adapter connects HDMI to DVI.

● DVI-D single link Female to HDMI Female
● 24k gold contacts provide accurate signal transfer and maximum corrosion resistance.
● Converts from Female HDMI input to DVI-D Female as in the picture below (product is female version of picture below).
● Bi-directional connection also possible from DVI-D Female input to HDMI Female output.

An additional HDMI-to-HDMI Cable is needed to connect the adapter.

The source output needs to support DVI-D digital signals. Most Nvidia and ATI graphics cards support DVI-I which can autoswitch between DVI-D (Digital) and DVI-A (Analog). To explain the differences in the variations of DVI connectors see the diagram below

DVI-D Dual link cables are much higher rated on bandwidth (up to 2560 x 1600 resolution / 1600p) compared to single link which is only rated up to 1920×1200 resolutions.

Differences between DVI-D, DVI-A and DVI-I, Dual Link and Single Link DVI Video

Connecting a HDMI to DVI Cable Instructional Video Usage Example

This cable is mostly used for connecting your Xbox Consoles, Playstation Consoles, DSTV HDPVR / Explora, Blu-ray players, Laptop or any device with an HDMI Output to a display with only DVI-D input and no HDMI inputs. Audio will travel via coaxial / optical since HDMI to DVI only carries video. Smaller computer LCD Screens are much cheaper compared to LCD TV’s and offers much higher resolutions than normal televisions.

Plug cable from Output HDMI Female on HDMI Device to Input Female DVI-D on display.

The cable is bi-directional and can also by used to connect your PC Graphics Card (DVI Output) to the HDMI Port on your HDMI display. The graphics card output needs to support DVI-D digital signals. Most Nvidia and ATI graphics cards support DVI-I which can autoswitch between DVI-D (Digital) and DVI-A (Analog). To explain the differences in the variations of DVI connectors see the diagram below

Specifications & Features

Connector Type: HDMI male to DVI-D male
Connector Finish: Gold
Gauge: 28AWG
# of conductors: 24 + 1 solidary flat blade
Conductor Plating: None
Shielding level: Triple
Shielding type: EMI
Ferrite Cores: Yes
Supported Resolutions: 480i to > 1080p (up to 2560 x 1600)
Bandwidth: Dual Link
HDMI Certified: Yes
HDCP Compliant: Yes
CEC Compliant: Yes
ROHS Compliant Yes
UL Certified Yes
1.3 Device Compatible: Yes

UL Specs

CL2 (In-Wall): No
VW-1: Yes
Voltage Rating: 30V
Temperature Rating: 80° C

A technical guide on how to choose HDMI Cables & Equipment is available at Choosing the Correct HDMI Cables and HD Distribution Equipment. If you are not sure which items to purchase please send us an e-mail with requirements using the Contact form on the left under the Information section and we will select the correct products for you based on your requirements. To extend a HDMI to DVI cable use the HDMI Coupler / Socket – Female to Female (Gold Plated Connectors) and another HDMI Cable of the required length.

HDMI has become the new standard in Home Entertainment and Digital Audio & Video.

When using a HDCP Player / Source Device with these cables please ensure that your display is HDCP certified otherwise the source device will have issues regarding the HDCP Protocol. This cable transmits video only from HDMI to DVI and the audio needs to be on a separate cable such as optical, coaxial RCA, analog etc.

High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) is the first industry-supported, UNCOMPRESSED audio/video interface. This cable connect DVI devices to HDMI devices for DVD, satellite boxes, LCD, projectors, plasma and HDTVs. HDMI provides an interface between any HDMI-enabled audio/video source, such as a set-top box, DVD player, and A/V receiver and an audio and/or video monitor or projector.

HDMI supports standard, enhanced, or high-definition video. It transmits all ATSC HDTV standards with bandwidth to spare to accommodate future enhancements and requirements.

Differences between DVI-D, DVI-A and DVI-I, Dual Link and Single Link DVI Video

DVI-D Dual link cables / connectors are much higher rated on bandwidth (up to 2560 x 1600 resolution / 1600p) compared to single link which is only rated up to 1920×1200 resolutions. Most graphics cards and displays have DVI Dual link ports. Please check the picture below and compare to your current DVI port on the display or graphics card.

HDMI to DVI Adapter General Usage and Connection Video

Use this adapter to connect your current HDMI Gaming Console / BLU-RAY DVD player Video from HDMI to DVI directly to your PC Screen / LCD instead of the TV. An additional HDMI-to-HDMI Cable is needed to connect the adapter.

The converter is bi-directional and can also by used to connect your PC Graphics Card (DVI Output) to the HDMI Port on your HDMI display by using a HDMI-to-HDMI Cable together with this converter. The graphics card output needs to support DVI-D digital signals. Most Nvidia and ATI graphics cards support DVI-I which can autoswitch between DVI-D (Digital) and DVI-A (Analog). To explain the differences in the variations of DVI connectors see the diagram below

This adapter converts HDMI Male to DVI Male connector. A DVI to HDMI adapter is also used to connect older home theater equipment with DVI connectors to newer HDTV televisions and projectors which have HDMI connectors.

When using a HDCP Player / Source Device with these connectors please ensure that your display is HDCP certified otherwise the source device will have issues regarding the HDCP Protocol. This adapter transmits video only from HDMI to DVI and the audio needs to be on a separate cable such as optical, coaxial RCA, analog etc.