How to Connect Your Espresso Display to Apple Devices with a Lightning PortUpdated 8 months ago

Introduction

Connecting your Espresso Display to an Apple device with a Lightning port, such as an iPhone or iPad, is straightforward. Whether you're using a 13-inch, 15-inch, or the 17 Pro model of the Espresso Display, this guide will walk you through the necessary steps to ensure a successful connection.

What You'll Need

To connect your Espresso Display to an Apple device with a Lightning port, you'll need the following:

• Genuine Apple Lightning to Digital AV Adapter: This adapter allows you to connect HDMI devices to your Apple device's Lightning port.
• Espresso HDMI to USB-A and USB-C Cable: This cable will connect the display to the adapter and power sources.
• Portable Power Bank: Provides power to the display through the USB-A connection.
• Power Adapter with USB-C Connection (for the 17 Pro model only): This is used to power the 17 Pro display through a USB-C port.

Step-by-Step Instructions

For 13-inch and 15-inch Espresso Displays

1. Connect the Apple Lightning Adapter:

   • Plug the Apple Lightning to Digital AV Adapter into the Lightning port of your iPhone or iPad.

2. Connect the HDMI Cable:

   • Insert the HDMI head of the Espresso HDMI to USB-A and USB-C cable into the HDMI socket of the Apple Lightning adapter.

3. Power the Display with a Portable Power Bank:

   • Plug the USB-A head of the Espresso cable into the USB-A socket on your portable power bank.

4. Connect the Espresso Display:

   • Finally, plug the USB-C head of the Espresso cable into the USB-C port of the Espresso Display.

5. Wait for Connection:

   • After a few seconds, the display should connect successfully and mirror your Apple device's screen.

For the 17 Pro Espresso Display

1. Power the Display:

   • Plug your power adapter into an electrical outlet and connect the USB-C cable to one of the ports on the 17 Pro display.

2. Connect the Apple Lightning Adapter:

   • Plug the Apple Lightning to Digital AV Adapter into the Lightning port of your iPhone or iPad.

3. Connect the HDMI Cable:

   • Insert the HDMI head of the Espresso HDMI to USB-A and USB-C cable into the HDMI socket of the Apple Lightning adapter.

4. Power the Display with a Portable Power Bank:

   • Plug the USB-A head of the Espresso cable into the USB-A socket on your portable power bank.

5. Connect the Espresso Display:

   • Finally, plug the USB-C head of the Espresso cable into the USB-C port of the Espresso Display.

6. Wait for Connection:

   • After a few seconds, the display should connect successfully and mirror your Apple device's screen.

Conclusion

By following these simple steps, you can easily connect your Espresso Display to your Apple device with a Lightning port. Whether you're using a 13-inch, 15-inch, or the 17 Pro model, this setup will allow you to extend or mirror your screen, making it perfect for presentations, creative work, or just expanding your workspace. If you encounter any issues, ensure all connections are secure and that you're using a genuine Apple Lightning to Digital AV Adapter.