high - definition multimedia interface specification , version 1 . 2 , supports multiple video formats . currently the hdmi sources and sinks support multiple formats through reconfiguration of the system . the present invention describes the use of a configurable ‘ n ’×‘ n ’ data pixel mapping matrix for video format conversion . this mapping matrix allows the mapping of any existing video format to any other existing or future video format and allows flexibility of connectivity to any transmitter or receiver . accordingly a more user friendly implementation that provides greater flexibility for development and use of new formats in video applications is shown .