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Product Features
Technical Overview
This adapter employs active signal conversion technology to transform analog VGA input into digital HDMI 1.4 output, maintaining video quality at 1080p resolution. The HDMI end features a standard 19-pin male connector supporting digital audio/video transmission, while the VGA end uses a 15-pin HD-15 male connector for analog video input.
USB power delivery enables the active conversion circuitry, eliminating the need for separate power adapters and simplifying installation. The cable's construction ensures minimal signal degradation over its 2-meter length, making it suitable for both temporary setups and permanent installations where reliable analog-to-digital conversion is required.
This section brings together practical product details such as Connector Type on First End, Connector on First End Details, Connector Type on Second End, Color Family, so buyers can judge configuration, deployment fit, and day-to-day suitability with less guesswork.
Key Product Advantages
This converter cable stands out for its integrated approach to analog-to-digital video conversion, combining reliable performance with installation simplicity. The active design ensures compatibility with a wide range of VGA sources while delivering clean HDMI output suitable for modern displays and projectors.
Simplified Connectivity
Eliminates the need for separate converters and power supplies by integrating USB-powered active conversion directly into the cable assembly.
- Single-cable solution
- No external power brick required
- Reduced cable clutter
Enhanced Compatibility
Supports audio transmission through the USB connection, enabling complete VGA-to-HDMI conversion for systems with integrated audio capabilities.
- HDMI 1.4 audio/video support
- Works with various VGA sources
- 1080p resolution compatibility
Deployment / Use Cases
The VGA2HDMM2M adapter cable is ideal for modernizing legacy equipment in business, education, and presentation environments. Its 2-meter length and active conversion make it particularly useful for extending the lifespan of older computers and devices with VGA outputs.
Common applications include connecting legacy desktop computers to modern HDMI monitors in office settings, integrating older presentation laptops with contemporary projectors in classrooms and conference rooms, and adapting vintage gaming consoles or media players to current televisions and displays. The cable's plug-and-play design ensures quick deployment without driver installation or complex configuration.
Business & Education
Extend the usability of existing VGA-equipped computers and projectors in classrooms, training rooms, and conference facilities.
Digital Signage & Displays
Connect legacy media players or computers to modern HDMI displays for informational kiosks, wayfinding systems, and promotional screens.
Highlights
- Converts VGA analog signals to HDMI 1.4 digital video at 1080p resolution
- Active USB-powered design requires no external power adapter
- 2-meter (6.6 ft) cable length for flexible installation options
- Supports audio transmission through integrated USB connection
- Plug-and-play operation with no drivers required
- Black color coordinates with most office and AV equipment
- Backed by 2-year limited warranty for reliable performance
- Compliant with EU RoHS, REACH, and WEEE environmental standards
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | StarTech.com |
| Manufacturer Part Number | VGA2HDMM2M |
| Brand Name | StarTech.com |
| Product Name | 2 m (6.6 ft.) VGA to HDMI Adapter Cable - USB Powered - 1080p |
| Packaged Quantity | 1 Each |
| Product Type | A/V Adapter |
| Technical Information | |
| Connector Type on First End | HDMI 1.4 Digital Audio/Video - Male |
| Connector on First End Details | 1 x 19-pin HDMI 1.4 Digital Audio/Video - Male |
| Connector Type on Second End | HD-15 - Male,USB 2.0 Type A - Male |
| Connector on Second End Details | 1 x 15-pin HD-15 - Male,1 x USB 2.0 Type A - Male |
| Features | Active,USB- Power Delivery (USB PD) |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Color Family | Black |
| Product Color | Black |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Environmentally Friendly | Yes |
| Environmental Certification | EU RoHS |
| Environmental Compliance | Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) 2,Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH),Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE) |
| Warranty | |
| Limited Warranty | 2 Year |
User Manual
FAQ
Does this cable require external power or drivers?
No external power adapter is needed. This is an active converter cable that draws power directly from the USB connection, eliminating the need for separate power bricks. It operates as a plug-and-play device without requiring additional drivers or software installation, making deployment straightforward in various environments.
Can this converter transmit audio from VGA to HDMI?
Yes, the cable supports audio transmission through its integrated USB connection. While VGA cables typically carry only video signals, this converter enables audio passthrough when connected to compatible source devices, providing complete analog-to-digital conversion for both video and audio in presentations and media playback scenarios.
What is the cable length and is it sufficient for typical setups?
The cable measures 2 meters (approximately 6.6 feet), providing adequate reach for most monitor, projector, and desktop installations. This length allows flexible placement between computers and displays while maintaining signal integrity through the active conversion technology, making it suitable for both temporary and permanent installation scenarios.
Is this converter compatible with all VGA and HDMI devices?
The converter works with standard VGA outputs from computers, laptops, and media players, converting signals to HDMI 1.4 for connection to modern displays, projectors, and televisions. Its active design ensures compatibility with a wide range of VGA sources while delivering stable HDMI output suitable for business, education, and presentation applications.
What warranty and environmental certifications does this product have?
StarTech.com provides a 2-year limited warranty on the VGA2HDMM2M converter cable. The product is environmentally compliant with EU RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances), REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals), and WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive) standards, reflecting responsible manufacturing practices.
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?
1 x 19-pin HDMI 1.4 Digital Audio/Video - Male.
Does the display support VESA mounting or adjustment features?
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.