Aten VC180 VGA to HDMI Converter with Audio - Signal Conversion up to 1920 x 1200 Resolution
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Product Features
Technical Overview
The VC180 performs real-time signal conversion from VGA analog video and stereo audio inputs to HDMI digital output, maintaining signal integrity across the supported resolution range. It handles standard VGA timings and automatically adjusts to source resolutions up to 1920 x 1200, providing broad compatibility with legacy devices.
This converter operates without external power, drawing minimal current directly from the HDMI display's 5V pin, which simplifies deployment and reduces cable clutter. The built-in audio processing merges the analog line-in signal with the converted video, outputting uncompressed PCM audio over HDMI for clear sound reproduction.
Key Product Advantages
The ATEN VC180 eliminates the need for separate audio and video cables by combining VGA video and analog audio into a single HDMI stream, reducing setup complexity and potential signal sync issues. Its compact, fanless design ensures silent operation suitable for noise-sensitive environments like lecture halls or quiet offices.
High-Resolution Support
Delivers sharp visuals at up to 1920 x 1200 resolution, making it suitable for detailed presentations, spreadsheets, and graphical content from older workstations.
- WUXGA compatibility
- Maintains aspect ratio
- Auto-adjusts to source
Integrated Audio Handling
The audio line-in port accepts standard 3.5mm analog audio inputs, synchronizing sound with video output for a cohesive multimedia experience without separate audio converters.
- 3.5mm stereo input
- PCM audio over HDMI
- No lip-sync delay
Deployment / Use Cases
The VC180 is ideal for modernizing existing VGA-based installations where upgrading source hardware is impractical or cost-prohibitive. It enables continued use of legacy computers, medical imaging devices, or industrial control panels with contemporary HDMI monitors, projectors, or large-format displays.
Common applications include corporate training rooms where older laptops connect to new wall-mounted displays, educational institutions retrofitting classroom projectors, and digital signage deployments that integrate legacy media players. The converter's small footprint and lack of external power make it easy to conceal behind displays or within cable management channels.
Conference Room Upgrades
Connect legacy VGA laptops or PCs to modern HDMI-equipped conference room displays and projectors without replacing entire systems, preserving existing hardware investments.
Digital Signage Integration
Integrate older VGA media players or single-board computers into new HDMI digital signage networks, extending the lifecycle of reliable playback devices.
Physical Profile
The VC180 measures 2.87" wide by 3.11" deep by 0.96" high, with a lightweight 150-gram construction that allows for flexible placement. Its compact dimensions make it suitable for tight spaces behind monitors, within rack panels, or mounted discreetly under desks using optional adhesive pads or Velcro strips.
The matte black finish resists fingerprints and blends with most AV equipment, while the sturdy plastic housing provides adequate protection for daily use in office or educational settings. All ports are conveniently located on one side for straightforward cable routing.
- Width
- 2.87" (72.90 mm)
- Depth
- 3.11" (79 mm)
- Height
- 0.96" (24.30 mm)
- Weight
- 150 g
Highlights
- Converts VGA video and analog audio to HDMI output
- Supports resolutions up to 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
- Includes 3.5mm audio line-in port for synchronized audio
- Plug-and-play operation with no external power required
- Compact dimensions: 2.87" W x 3.11" D x 0.96" H
- Lightweight design at approximately 150 grams
- Fanless construction for silent operation
- Backed by a 3-year limited warranty from ATEN
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | ATEN Technology, Inc |
| Manufacturer Part Number | VC180 |
| Brand Name | ATEN |
| Product Name | VGA to HDMI Converter with Audio |
| Packaged Quantity | 1 |
| Product Type | Signal Converter |
| Technical Information | |
| Functions | Signal Conversion |
| Maximum Resolution | 1920 x 1200 |
| Interfaces/Ports | |
| HDMI | Yes |
| VGA | Yes |
| Audio Line In | Yes |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Height | 0.96" (24.30 mm) |
| Width | 2.87" (72.90 mm) |
| Depth | 3.11" (79 mm) |
| Weight (Approximate) | 150 g |
| Warranty | |
| Limited Warranty | 3 Year |
FAQ
What resolution does the ATEN VC180 support?
The VC180 supports maximum resolutions up to 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA), which covers common VGA outputs from older computers, projectors, and media players. It automatically adjusts to the source device's native resolution within this range, maintaining proper aspect ratios for clear display on modern HDMI monitors or projectors.
Does this converter require external power?
No, the VC180 operates without external power. It draws minimal current directly from the HDMI display's 5V pin through the HDMI cable, making it a truly plug-and-play solution that reduces cable clutter and simplifies installation in conference rooms, classrooms, or digital signage setups.
How does the audio integration work?
The converter includes a 3.5mm audio line-in port that accepts analog stereo audio from your source device. This audio is processed alongside the VGA video signal and output as uncompressed PCM audio over the HDMI connection, ensuring synchronized audio-video playback without separate audio cables or converters.
What is the warranty coverage for the VC180?
ATEN provides a 3-year limited warranty for the VC180, covering defects in materials and workmanship under normal use. This warranty period reflects the product's reliability for professional and institutional deployments where consistent performance is essential for daily operations.
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