connect 2016 macbook pro to LED Cinema Display

Is your display running at 60Hz? The HDMI link may be reducing it to 30Hz.

I too am wondering about whether this setup supports 1440p running at 60hz or not. Also, can you provide us with the links for all the stuff you've listed?

Thanks

After reading invensity_mail's post, I did some research whether it will be able to drive 1440p @ 60Hz.

Theoretically, yes it should work. As long as the HDMI interface is version 1.4 or above, it should be able to handle 1440p @ 60Hz.

Just ordered whole bunch of converter/adapters from Amazon to try out this setup.

Ordered:

USB-C to HDMI 2.0 converter (I ordered the last one and it is now out of stock 😟 sorry!) - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B016QO8186/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UT F8&psc=1

HDMI to DisplayPort (Male HDMI to Female DisplayPort) - https://www.amazon.com/gofanco-HDMI-DisplayPort-Converter-Power/dp/B01BXMOREI/re f=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8

and I already have DP to Mini DP adapter at home.

All this should be here by sometime next week... Will post an update after I receive everything.

Unfortunately I am not in the office today, so I can't check refresh rates, but the screen is crisp and clear and I can't tell any difference to connecting my display to my Apple MacBook Air via mini-DP.

The most important piece in this setup is the HDMI to Display-Port adapter. I've picked the one from StarTech:

https://www.startech.com/AV/Converters/Video/hdmi-displayport-converter-4k~HD2DP

The HDMI-connector from the StarTEC adapter and the USB-Connector from the Display are both plugged into the Apple USB-C Digital AV Multiport Adapter

http://www.apple.com/shop/product/MJ1K2AM/A/usb-c-digital-av-multiport-adapter

The USB-connector of the StarTech adapter is plugged into the back of the display (into one of the USB-Ports) for power supply (this is important!).

The StarTec Display-Port adapter is then connected to a DP Male to Mini DP Female Adapter. I've used this one:

https://www.cablestogo.com/product/18412/displayport-male-to-mini-displayport-fe male-adapter

And finally the Mini DP Female Adapter connects to the mini DP of the Display; so this it is on this side of the cable management.

Then connect the USB-C cable from your charger with your MacBook Pro (just any free USB-C Port) and plug in the USB-C Adapter Digital AV Multiport Adapter from Apple into your MacBook Pro.

What a journey.

BTW - if something isn't working directly, stay calm and reconnect the USB-connectors - you will see how your MacBook Pro is "searching" for displays. After the connection is installed and everything is working the MacBook stores somehow this setup, because I come in every morning and plug in the Power connector (first) and then the USB-C-connector of the Apple Multiport Adapter and it all starts perfectly up without any issues.

NOW REALLY FINALLY: I've developed this setup for my MacBook 12' because I wanted to use my external Apple Display and for this model the setup is also working. In addition HUB+ Nonda developed a HUB for the first generation of MacBook 12' and for the Cinema Display and their HUB is also working but ONLY for the 12' (!!).

I've tried the HUB+ with the MacBook Pro and nothing is happening (but this is okay because Nonda claimed only that it is working for first gen. MB 12').

It is confirmed, the display is running 1440p with 60Hz - see for yourself

Wow, thank you! Really glad to know that I don't have to purchase another monitor for a while. 🙂

I found the answer, purchased it, received it today 12-1-16, and it works.

Here is the website: https://www.microsatacables.com/catalogsearch/result/?q=USB3.1-978-MDP%09USB+3.1 +Type-C+to+Mini+DP+Adapter+Cable%091

This may be another option. I just purchased it. Can't confirm whether it works.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=9SIAAZM45P0172&ignorebbr=1

Scott, I saw something similar on Amazon, so thank you for pointing it out here. It appears Micro Sata is out of stock, but Amazon has them (delivery after Christmas): https://www.amazon.com/Sankuwen-DisplayPort-Adapter-Macbook-Chromebook/dp/B0181Z UGWM

NEW UPDATE:

Thanks to ScottBColorado I wanted to try out something more simple and it is working as well -

So from the beginning - when I was using my Apple MacBook 12 I was looking for solutions to connect this Laptop to my Cinema Display. During that time I've purchased the Goliton USB 3.1 USB-C-to Mini DP Adapter, but it wasn't working. To be honest, nothing was working (before the Nonda Hub+ came out), except my solution with the combination of 3 different adapters. I was quite happy when I've found out, that the solution also worked with my new MacBook Pro.

However I've still had my Goliton Adapter and I've tried it out this morning and it is working as well. So this solution provides you with graphics and sound (but no usb-connection, or you have to connect an additional adapter) with a much cleaner look (cable-wise). Have a look:

By way of follow up, I purchased the Juiced Systems USB-C Multifunction Display Adapter with Power Delivery for the MacBook Pro (13-inch, Late 2016, Two Thunderbolt 3 Ports) and that adapter works in connecting the Apple DVI > Mini DisplayPort adapter to the MBP and drives the Monoprice 28" IPS display at the other end.

We tried the same Mac, with the same Juiced adapter connected to the Apple LED Mini DisplayPort Cinema Display and it did not work.

Looks like we will have to buy one of these off-brand cables listed in this thread and just try them one by one.

@briandigital:

Sorry to tell you, but please forget all the USB-C multiport adapters with Mini-DP so far. The guys from Nonda started a very successful Kickstarter campaign, received the funding and failed to develop a multiport adapter. This has something to do with drivers and the "overloading" of these multifunction ports. They finally came out with a multiport adapter that ONLY works with the Apple MacBook 12' first gen. and the Apple Cinema Display.

The positive aspect is, that the new MacBook Pro has several USB-C ports, therefore you don't have to mess with multiport (charging as well as Mini-DP with the same adapter). Just connect 1 simple USB-C to Mini-DP adapter in 1 port and use another port for charging.

@invensity_mail Did you actually use the Nonda adapter? Or just guessing based upon the specs? I'm very curious because I need to buy something from someone. When you say "just connect 1 simple USB0C to Mini-DP adapter" which one would you recommend based upon your experience? Thanks for the help!

I'm confused. Are you saying the Goliton adapter didn't work with the 12" Macbook but now works with the 13" MBP? I need to get power, video and USB between my MBP to my Apple Mini DP Cinema Display. So how many adapters do I need? The picture above appears to just show a power adapter and a Mini DP to USB-C (Goliton?). So no USB connection in this photo so I'd need a USB-C- to USB-A adapter as well to complete the setup? I really appreciate the guidance here. Thank you!

@SMB23 - yes, indeed, I've used the Nonda Hub+ Mini adapter and it is working with MacBook 12' 1. Gen and Apple Cinema Display (not Thunderbird Display!) - I was one of their first customers on Kickstarter when they've failed to produce an adapter that fits all. I have received a refund and they've contacted me month later to tell me, that they have this adapter, but which is only working for 1 specific setup (see extract from their eMail):

Hub+ mini is a good fit for you if:

You have an Apple Cinema Display with Mini DisplayPort connector (Model A1267 and A1316)

You have a MacBook 12-inch 2015 (not 2016)

You can make use of one Mini DisplayPort, two USB 2.0 ports, one USB-C port for charging your MacBook and another USB-C port to connect the Hub+ mini to your MacBook.

I can confirm, it is working!!