Black Box FA461 DVI to VGA Adapter - Female DVI to Male HD-15 VGA - Passive Analog Converter
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Product Features
Product Overview
The Black Box FA461 DVI to VGA adapter provides a reliable solution for connecting DVI-I digital video sources to VGA analog displays. This passive converter maintains signal integrity while enabling compatibility between modern and legacy display hardware.
Engineered for professional environments, this adapter supports standard DVI-I connections on the female end and traditional HD-15 VGA connections on the male end. The straightforward design requires no external power, making it ideal for permanent installations or temporary setups where display compatibility is essential.
This section brings together practical product details such as Adapter Type, Connector Type on First End, Connector on First End Details, Country of Origin, so buyers can judge configuration, deployment fit, and day-to-day suitability with less guesswork.
In practical terms, this overview should help a buyer understand what the product is, the type of environment it suits, and the core reasons it may be chosen over a more generic alternative. That context is especially useful for business purchasing, where fit, consistency, and ease of use usually matter as much as individual specifications.
Technical Overview
This video adapter utilizes DVI-I technology, which carries both digital and analog signals, allowing conversion to VGA analog output without active electronics. The female DVI connector accepts standard DVI-I cables, while the male HD-15 VGA connector interfaces directly with VGA displays, projectors, or other analog video equipment.
The passive design ensures compatibility with most DVI-I sources while maintaining signal quality through proper impedance matching. This approach eliminates the need for external power adapters or complex configuration, providing a plug-and-play solution for display connectivity challenges.
This section brings together practical product details such as Adapter Type, Connector Type on First End, Connector on First End Details, Country of Origin, so buyers can judge configuration, deployment fit, and day-to-day suitability with less guesswork.
A strong technical summary explains how the product's interfaces, hardware profile, and operating characteristics work together in real deployment. Buyers often need this context to confirm compatibility with existing devices, expected performance in daily use, and whether installation will be straightforward for IT staff or end users.
Key Product Advantages
The FA461 adapter delivers essential connectivity between digital and analog display systems with a focus on reliability and simplicity. Its passive conversion approach ensures compatibility without introducing potential points of failure associated with active electronics.
These strengths make the product easier to deploy and manage in real environments, especially where reliability, usability, and day-to-day operational continuity matter. Notable benefits include Seamless Signal Conversion, Durable Construction.
Seamless Signal Conversion
Converts DVI-I digital video signals to VGA analog format while maintaining signal integrity for clear display output across compatible devices.
- Supports DVI-I sources
- Outputs to standard VGA displays
- No external power required
Durable Construction
Built to withstand repeated connections in professional environments, with robust connectors that maintain secure connections over extended use.
- Reinforced connector housing
- Precision-machined contacts
- Strain relief design
Deployment / Use Cases
This DVI to VGA adapter serves critical roles in environments where display compatibility between modern and legacy systems is required. Its straightforward functionality makes it suitable for both temporary troubleshooting and permanent installation scenarios.
Common applications include connecting newer computers with DVI outputs to older VGA monitors in office environments, integrating digital video sources into existing analog display systems for presentations, and extending the useful life of VGA-equipped displays by providing compatibility with modern video sources. The adapter is particularly valuable in educational institutions, corporate offices, and production environments where mixed display technologies coexist.
Office Display Integration
Enable compatibility between modern computers with DVI outputs and existing VGA monitors, projectors, or display walls without replacing functional display equipment.
Presentation System Support
Connect laptops or media players with DVI outputs to VGA-equipped presentation systems in conference rooms, training facilities, or event venues.
Highlights
- Converts DVI-I digital video to VGA analog signals
- Female DVI connector to male HD-15 VGA connector configuration
- Passive design requires no external power source
- Supports DVI-I sources with both digital and analog signals
- Compatible with standard VGA displays and projectors
- RoHS and WEEE compliant for environmental responsibility
- Lifetime limited warranty for long-term reliability
- Made in China with quality manufacturing standards
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Black Box Corporation |
| Manufacturer Part Number | FA461 |
| Brand Name | Black Box |
| Product Name | DVI to VGA Adapter - Male/Female |
| Product Type | Video Adapter |
| Technical Information | |
| Adapter Type | DVI/VGA |
| Connector Type on First End | DVI Digital Video - Female |
| Connector on First End Details | 1 x DVI Video Female |
| Connector Type on Second End | HD-15 - Male |
| Connector on Second End Details | 1 x 15-pin HD-15 VGA Male |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Environmentally Friendly | Yes |
| Environmental Compliance | Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS),Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE) |
| Warranty | |
| Limited Warranty | Lifetime |
User Manual
FAQ
What type of DVI connector does this adapter support?
The FA461 adapter supports DVI-I connectors, which carry both digital and analog signals. This makes it compatible with most DVI-I video sources, including many computers, media players, and other devices with DVI outputs. The female DVI connector accepts standard DVI-I cables for flexible installation options.
Does this adapter require external power or drivers?
No, this is a passive adapter that requires no external power source or driver installation. It works through direct signal conversion between the DVI-I and VGA interfaces. This plug-and-play functionality makes it ideal for quick installations and temporary setups where simplicity is important.
What VGA connector type does this adapter provide?
The adapter provides a standard HD-15 male VGA connector, which is the 15-pin connector commonly used for VGA displays, projectors, and other analog video equipment. This connector interfaces directly with VGA ports without requiring additional cables for basic connections.
Can this adapter convert digital-only DVI-D signals to VGA?
No, this adapter is designed specifically for DVI-I sources, which include both digital and analog signal paths. DVI-D sources, which carry only digital signals, require active conversion electronics and would not be compatible with this passive adapter. Always verify your source device uses DVI-I before purchasing.
What environmental standards does this product meet?
The FA461 adapter complies with Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) and Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE) standards. These regulations restrict specific hazardous materials in electronic products and establish requirements for proper disposal and recycling, making this adapter suitable for environmentally conscious organizations.
What warranty coverage does Black Box provide for this adapter?
Black Box provides a lifetime limited warranty for the FA461 DVI to VGA adapter. This warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship for the product's usable life, offering long-term assurance of quality and reliability for professional installations where consistent performance is essential.
What refresh rate or brightness details are available?
Display-oriented products are best judged through screen, connectivity, and installation specifications. Those facts help buyers confirm visual fit, mounting flexibility, and deployment suitability more clearly than generic summary text.
What input or connectivity options are listed?
Connectivity options include DVI Digital Video - Female, helping the product integrate into common office or home setups.
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