This section provides an overview of all cable and adapter types available to borrow via the Equipment Loan Program. Be aware that specific equipment kits may include their own proprietary cables not listed here. As there are a numerous adapters for converting one cable-type to another, we strive to offer those that are regularly utilized and associated with the equipment we actively circulate.
| Name |
Description |
Connects |
Connects |
| Audio Cables and Adapters |
| XLR cable |
Carries audio signal between audio sources and receivers. |
XLR
(male) |
XLR
(female) |
| XLR to 1/4th-inch cable |
Connects a device with an XLR input to a source with a 1/4th inch TRS cable output. |
XLR
(male) |
1/4th-Inch TRS
(male) |
| XLR to 3.5mm female adapter |
Connects a microphone with XLR output to a camcorder with 3.5mm input. |
XLR
(male) |
1/8-Inch TRS
(female) |
| XLR to USB (Shure X2u) adapter |
Converts audio signal from XLR output to USB input for computer use. |
XLR
(female) |
USB
(female) |
| 1/8th-inch (TRS) extension cable |
Extends stereo audio cable. |
1/8thInch TRS
(male) |
1/8th-Inch TRS
(female) |
| 1/8th-inch to 1/4th-inch (TRS) adapter |
Steps 1/8th inch TRS plug up to fit 1/4th inch sockets. |
1/4th-Inch TRS
(male) |
1/8th-Inch TRS
(female) |
| AUX (1/8th-inch TRS) cable |
Connects audio source with AUX port (female). |
1/8th-Inch TRS
(male) |
1/8th-Inch TRS
(male) |
| USB Cables and Adapters |
| A to Mini-B cable |
One of the most common connectors with our equipment, these cables are included with related kits (Cameras, Camcorders, etc). |
USB-A
(male) |
USB Mini-B
(male) |
| A to Micro-B cable |
One of the most common connectors with our equipment, these cables are included with related kits (Cameras, Camcorders, etc). |
USB-A
(male) |
USB Micro-B
(male) |
| Video Cables and Adapters |
| USB-C to HDMI adapter |
Connects iPhone, iPad, or iPod to a display or projector with HDMI input. |
USB-C
(male) |
HDMI
(female) |
| USB-C to HDMI/VGA/USB 3.0/Ethernet Adapter (4-in-1) |
Connects Mac computers to a display or projector with VGA, HDMI, USB 3.0, or Ethernet input. |
USB-C
(male) |
HDMI, VGA,
USB 3.0, Ethernet
(female) |
| USB-C to HDMI/USB 3.0/SD Card/Ethernet Adapter |
Connects USB-C output to a display or projector with HDMI, USB 3.0, SD Card, or Ethernet input. |
USB-C
(male) |
SD Card Reader,
HDMI, USB 3.0, Ethernet
(female) |
| USB-C to VGA adapter |
Connects a USB-C output (such as on a DVD/Blu-ray player or computer) to a VGA input (such as on a projector). |
USB-C
(male) |
VGA
(female) |
Mini DisplayPort (Thunderbolt) to
HDMI/VGA adapter (2-in-1) |
Connects Mac computers to a display or projector with HDMI or VGA input. |
Mini DisplayPort aka Thunderbolt
(male) |
HDMI, VGA
(female) |
| VGA to HDMI adapter |
Connects an HDMI output (such as on a DVD/Blu-ray player or computer) to a VGA input (such as on a projector). |
VGA
(female) |
HDMI
(male) |
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All Digital Media Services equipment has a maximum reserve/checkout limit of 7 days, with the ability to renew and add up to 7 additional days, provided the equipment is not already reserved by others. Learn more about Webcheckout Reservations & Renewals.
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