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Using MacBook Pro as LCD monitor via RC hdmi in mini display port!

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hi all,

Can anyone enlighten me to wether or not I can use the hdmi output on inspire RC to my MacBook Pro (as an external monitor) via the mini display port. I want to be able to have an SME (surveyer) view the footage while I fly the drone.

Any advice much appreciated.

Thanks in advance.
 
Unfortunately, you can't. The thunderbolt/mini display port on Macbook Pro, iMac etc it's only meant to send video signal, not to receive. As far as I know, the only Apple device that support incoming video signal through Thunderbolt/mini display is Apple Cinema / Thunderbolt display.
 
If you're Macbook is not equipped with Thunderbolt, and it's an older model with mini display port This might work, but I am not sure, you have to ask the manufactureur on their website : XD - iMac 27-inch to HDTV Converter
It definitely does not work with new Apple computers, equipped with Thunderbolt Port.
 
Hi,

Thanks for that info. I've been looking at the new macbook pro, it had a HDMI socket, do you think that will be output only?
 
Hi,

Thanks for that info. I've been looking at the new macbook pro, it had a HDMI socket, do you think that will be output only?
If you're Macbook is not equipped with Thunderbolt, and it's an older model with mini display port This might work, but I am not sure, you have to ask the manufactureur on their website : XD - iMac 27-inch to HDTV Converter
It definitely does not work with new Apple computers, equipped with Thunderbolt Port.

If you're Macbook is not equipped with Thunderbolt, and it's an older model with mini display port This might work, but I am not sure, you have to ask the manufactureur on their website : XD - iMac 27-inch to HDTV Converter
It definitely does not work with new Apple computers, equipped with Thunderbolt Port.

Hi thanks again,

My macbook pro does have a thunderbolt socket! looks like I'll be looking for a suitable HD monitor then?
 
Hi,

Thanks for that info. I've been looking at the new macbook pro, it had a HDMI socket, do you think that will be output only?

These are always output only. I bought an Alienware laptop a few years ago with an HDMI in and an HDMI out. Haven't been able to find a decent laptop with one since. I have a new MacBook Pro as well and no joy.
 
You'll need to use something like the Blackmagic Intensity or HD PVR, or another capture device to display HDMI live on your Macbook Pro...
 
It may be easier to just purchase a portable HDMI field monitor for your clients to view footage. I also FPV race, so I have a RangeVideo White Dwarf 7" monitor that I use for other to view what I'm seeing view while I'm flying. There are a number of other options available on B&H and Adorama.
 

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