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Lightning digital AV adapter and lightning to usb C as a combo to connect my iPad to a HDMI screen?

I have a lightning digital AV adapter. I use it to connect my iPad 9 to a HDMI screen. Is possible to use this lightning digital AV adapter together with a lightning to usb c adapter? For example can I connect a new iPad Pro or an other usb c device to HDMI with this combination or do I have to buy a usb c digital AV adapter?


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iPad (9th generation)

Posted on Apr 20, 2023 12:56 PM

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Posted on Apr 21, 2023 7:25 AM

No.


Lightning is a proprietary Apple interface. Lightning and USB-C are fundamentally different interfaces that are not inter-workable. You cannot connect Lightning accessories to a USB-C port.


As such, you’ll not be able to use your existing Apple Lightning Digital AV Adapter with iPads (or other computers) that have USB-C ports.


Should you purchase an iPad with a USB-C port, if you intend to connect to a TV/Monitor using HDMI, you’ll need a compatible USB-C Adapter or USB-C hub that incorporates an HDMI connection. For example:


  • USB-C Digital AV Multiport Adapter

https://store.apple.com/xc/product/MUF82ZM/A

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Apr 21, 2023 7:25 AM in response to katzenstein

No.


Lightning is a proprietary Apple interface. Lightning and USB-C are fundamentally different interfaces that are not inter-workable. You cannot connect Lightning accessories to a USB-C port.


As such, you’ll not be able to use your existing Apple Lightning Digital AV Adapter with iPads (or other computers) that have USB-C ports.


Should you purchase an iPad with a USB-C port, if you intend to connect to a TV/Monitor using HDMI, you’ll need a compatible USB-C Adapter or USB-C hub that incorporates an HDMI connection. For example:


  • USB-C Digital AV Multiport Adapter

https://store.apple.com/xc/product/MUF82ZM/A

Lightning digital AV adapter and lightning to usb C as a combo to connect my iPad to a HDMI screen?

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