Original 2015 Shield TV (P2571) boasts maximum port flexibility: HDMI 2.0b, dual USB 3.0 Type-A, Micro-USB OTG, Gigabit Ethernet, MicroSD (up to 2TB), and IR receiver for Harmony remotes. Tegra X1, 3GB RAM, 16GB storage version. Most versatile Shield for media server builds and legacy peripheral support. Proprietary 40W DC adapter required—standard USB cables won't work.
Feature-rich original Shield with all connectivity options: HDMI, dual USB 3.0, Micro-USB, Ethernet, MicroSD, and IR receiver.
Device Information
- Manufacturer
- NVIDIA
- Release Year
- 2015
- Model Number
- P2571
- Category
- streaming
Available Ports
| Connector | Quantity | Label | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| HDMI 2.0b (Type A - Standard) | 1 | HDMI Output | HDCP 2.2, CEC support. Launched as 2.0, upgraded to 2.0b via firmware |
| USB Type-A (USB 3.2 Gen 1) | 2 | USB 3.0 Type-A | High-speed peripheral and storage connectivity |
| USB Micro-B (USB 2.0) | 1 | Micro-USB OTG | PC connectivity and USB OTG device support |
| RJ-45 (Gigabit Ethernet) | 1 | Gigabit Ethernet | Wired network connectivity |
| MicroSD Card Slot | 1 | MicroSD Expansion | Supports up to 2TB expansion |
Notes & Compatibility
Most ports of any Shield model ever. Proprietary DC power connector (resembles USB-C but slightly more rectangular), 40W (19V/2.1A). IR receiver compatible with Logitech Harmony. Available in 16GB and 500GB storage variants with identical ports. No optical TOSLINK or 3.5mm audio on device. Bluetooth 4.1/BLE. Wi-Fi 802.11ac.
