StarTech. com DP2HDVGA Travel A/V Adapter: 2-in-1 DisplayPort to HDMI or VGA - Active - 1920 x 1200/1080p - Black
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Product Features
Technical Overview
This adapter features a DisplayPort 1.2 male connector on the first end, which connects directly to your computer's DisplayPort output. The second end offers dual female connectors: one HD-15 (VGA) and one HDMI 1.4, allowing you to choose the appropriate connection for your display. The active conversion circuitry ensures stable signal translation between digital DisplayPort and either digital HDMI or analog VGA interfaces.
The adapter supports video resolutions up to 1920x1200 (WUXGA) or 1080p (Full HD), covering most common business and presentation display requirements. Its plug-and-play design means no drivers or software installation is needed—simply connect the adapter to your computer and display for immediate functionality.
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
The DP2HDVGA adapter combines versatility with practical design features that address common connectivity challenges in mobile and office environments.
Dual Connectivity Options
With both HDMI and VGA outputs available from a single DisplayPort source, this adapter eliminates the need to carry multiple dedicated adapters. This flexibility is particularly valuable when connecting to different display types in conference rooms, client offices, or multi-monitor setups.
- Connect to HDMI displays for digital audio/video
- Connect to VGA displays for legacy monitor support
Travel-Optimized Design
Weighing just 1.31 ounces (37 grams) with a compact form factor, this adapter is designed for easy transport in laptop bags, briefcases, or tech kits. The no-power-adapter-required design further enhances portability by eliminating the need for additional cables or power bricks.
- Lightweight at 1.31 oz (37 g)
- No external power required
- Fits easily in laptop compartments
Deployment / Use Cases
This DisplayPort to HDMI/VGA adapter serves multiple practical applications in business and professional settings where display connectivity needs vary by environment.
For mobile professionals, it provides essential backup connectivity when presenting at client sites or conference facilities where display types may be unpredictable. IT departments can standardize on this adapter for laptop deployments, ensuring users have compatible display options regardless of whether they encounter modern HDMI monitors or older VGA-equipped displays in different office locations.
Business Presentations
Connect your DisplayPort-equipped laptop to projectors or monitors in conference rooms, training facilities, or client offices. The dual-output capability ensures compatibility with both modern HDMI-equipped displays and legacy VGA projection systems commonly found in older meeting spaces.
Office Workspace Flexibility
Extend desktop displays or connect to secondary monitors in office environments where display types may vary between workstations. The adapter's plug-and-play operation makes it suitable for hot-desking scenarios or temporary workspace setups without requiring technical configuration.
Physical Profile
The adapter features a durable black housing that matches common business electronics aesthetics. With a weight of just 1.31 ounces (37 grams), it adds minimal bulk to travel kits while providing robust connectivity. The compact design ensures it won't obstruct adjacent ports on your laptop when connected.
The physical profile is practical for deployment planning because the dimensions and weight are clearly defined: 1.31 oz (37 g). This helps confirm rack, shelf, desk, or cabinet fit before installation.
- Weight
- 1.31 oz (37 g)
What's in the Box
The package includes everything needed for immediate use with your DisplayPort-equipped computer system.
Highlights
- 2-in-1 adapter connects DisplayPort computers to HDMI or VGA displays
- Supports video resolutions up to 1920x1200 or 1080p
- Active conversion ensures reliable signal translation
- Plug-and-play installation with no drivers required
- No external power adapter needed
- Compact, lightweight design ideal for travel
- Black color matches business electronics
- Includes 2-year limited warranty
- Environmentally compliant with EU RoHS, REACH, and WEEE
- Manufactured by StarTech.com with part number DP2HDVGA
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | StarTech.com |
| Manufacturer Part Number | DP2HDVGA |
| Brand Name | StarTech.com |
| Product Name | Travel A/V Adapter: 2-in-1 DisplayPort to HDMI or VGA |
| Packaged Quantity | 1 Each |
| Product Type | Video Adapter |
| Technical Information | |
| Connector Type on First End | DisplayPort 1.2 Digital Audio/Video - Male |
| Connector on First End Details | 1 x 20-pin DisplayPort 1.2 Digital Audio/Video - Male |
| Connector Type on Second End | HD-15 - Female,HDMI 1.4 Digital Audio/Video - Female |
| Connector on Second End Details | 1 x 15-pin HD-15 - Female,1 x 19-pin HDMI 1.4 Digital Audio/Video - Female |
| Features | Active |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Color Family | Black |
| Product Color | Black |
| Weight (Approximate) | 1.31 oz (37 g) |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Package Contents | Travel A/V Adapter: 2-in-1 DisplayPort to HDMI or VGA 1 x Instruction Manual |
| 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
What types of displays can I connect with this adapter?
The StarTech.com DP2HDVGA adapter allows you to connect a DisplayPort-equipped computer to either HDMI or VGA displays. The HDMI output supports digital displays like modern monitors, TVs, and projectors, while the VGA output connects to analog displays such as older monitors and some conference room projection systems.
Does this adapter require external power or drivers?
No, this adapter operates without external power or driver installation. It uses active conversion technology that draws power directly from the DisplayPort connection, making it truly plug-and-play. Simply connect it between your computer and display for immediate functionality.
Is this adapter suitable for travel and mobile use?
Yes, the adapter is specifically designed for travel with a compact form factor and lightweight construction weighing just 1.31 ounces (37 grams). Its no-power-adapter-required design further enhances portability, making it easy to carry in laptop bags or briefcases for business trips or remote work scenarios.
What warranty comes with this DisplayPort adapter?
StarTech.com provides a 2-year limited warranty for this adapter, covering manufacturing defects and ensuring reliable performance. The warranty reflects the product's quality construction and the manufacturer's confidence in its durability for business use.
Does this adapter support audio transmission?
The adapter supports DisplayPort 1.2 and HDMI 1.4 specifications, which include digital audio capabilities. When connected to an HDMI display, audio will be transmitted along with video. For VGA connections, only video is supported as VGA is an analog video-only interface.
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 20-pin DisplayPort 1.2 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.
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