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Product Features
Technical Overview
This VGA extension cable features impedance-matched 75-ohm construction, optimizing signal transmission for full brightness and accurate color reproduction. The coaxial design with EMI/RF protection maintains signal purity in electrically noisy environments, making it suitable for professional AV setups, office workstations, and industrial monitoring applications.
The cable's 25-foot length offers flexible placement options for monitors positioned away from source devices, while the black color blends discreetly into various installation environments.
This section brings together practical product details such as Cable Type, Cable Characteristic, Cable Length, Product Color, 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
This extension cable combines robust construction with performance-focused features to ensure reliable VGA signal extension without compromising display quality.
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 High-Resolution Support, Durable Build Quality.
High-Resolution Support
Maintains signal integrity for resolutions up to 1920x1200, ideal for modern monitors and professional displays requiring detailed image clarity.
- Triple-coaxial wiring reduces crosstalk
- Impedance-matched at 75 ohms for optimal performance
Durable Build Quality
Nickel-plated connectors resist corrosion and ensure secure connections, while molded strain relief protects cable ends from physical stress.
- Ferrite beads minimize EMI/RF interference
- Black color for discreet installation
Deployment / Use Cases
The MXT101HQ_25 is designed for scenarios where extending VGA connections is necessary without adding signal converters or compromising display quality. Its 25-foot reach and high-resolution support make it versatile for various professional and commercial environments.
Common applications include extending monitor connections in conference rooms, classrooms, and control centers where source equipment is rack-mounted or positioned away from displays. The cable also serves well in retail digital signage setups, industrial monitoring stations, and office workstations requiring flexible monitor placement.
Professional AV Setups
Ideal for extending VGA signals in presentation systems, video walls, and broadcast environments where signal purity and reliability are critical.
Office & Educational Environments
Enables flexible monitor positioning in workstations, training rooms, and computer labs while maintaining clear display output for productivity and collaboration.
Physical Profile
The cable features a standard black exterior that blends into most installation environments. With an approximate weight of 2.06 pounds, it offers substantial durability without excessive bulk, making it manageable for routing through cable trays, under desks, or along walls. The 25-foot length provides ample reach for most extension needs while maintaining signal integrity through its coaxial construction.
The physical profile is practical for deployment planning because the dimensions and weight are clearly defined: 2.06 lb (934.40 g). This helps confirm rack, shelf, desk, or cabinet fit before installation.
- Weight
- 2.06 lb (934.40 g)
- Length
- 25 ft (7.62 m)
Highlights
- 25-foot VGA extension cable with HD-15 male to female connectors
- Supports resolutions up to 1920x1200 for high-definition displays
- Coaxial construction with triple-coaxial and twisted-pair wiring
- 75-ohm impedance matching for optimal signal transmission
- Nickel-plated connectors for durability and reliable connections
- EMI/RF protection with ferrite beads to reduce interference
- Molded strain relief and black color for professional installation
- Lifetime limited warranty for long-term reliability
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | StarTech.com |
| Manufacturer Part Number | MXT101HQ-25 |
| Brand Name | StarTech.com |
| Product Name | VGA Extension Cable |
| Product Type | Video Cable |
| Technical Information | |
| Cable Type | Coaxial |
| Cable Characteristic | Extension Cable |
| Cable Length | 25 ft (7.62 m) |
| Connector Type on First End | HD-15 - Male,DB-15 - Male |
| Connector Gender on First End | Male |
| Connector on First End Details | 1 x 15-pin HD-15 - Male,DB-15 - Male |
| Connector Type on Second End | HD-15 - Female |
| Connector Gender on Second End | Female |
| Connector on Second End Details | 1 x 15-pin HD-15 - Female |
| Connector Plating | Nickel |
| Device Supported | Monitor,Video Device |
| Supported Resolution | 1920 x 1200 |
| Features | EMI/RF Protection,Ferrite Bead,Molded |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Product Color | Black |
| Weight (Approximate) | 2.06 lb (934.40 g) |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Environmentally Friendly | Yes |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Warranty | |
| Limited Warranty | Lifetime |
User Manual
FAQ
What resolution does this VGA extension cable support?
The StarTech.com MXT101HQ_25 supports resolutions up to 1920x1200. This makes it suitable for extending connections to monitors and video devices that require high-definition display output, maintaining clear and vibrant picture quality over its 25-foot length.
What type of connectors does this cable have?
This cable features HD-15 male connectors on one end and HD-15 female connectors on the other end, with nickel plating for corrosion resistance. The connectors are standard VGA types, compatible with most monitors, projectors, and video source devices that use HD-15 ports.
How long is the cable and what is it made of?
The cable is 25 feet (7.62 meters) long and constructed with coaxial wiring. It uses triple-coaxial and twisted-pair design to minimize signal degradation, with 75-ohm impedance matching to ensure full brightness and accurate color transmission over distance.
Does this cable include any protection against interference?
Yes, the cable features EMI/RF protection with ferrite beads to reduce electromagnetic and radio-frequency interference. This helps maintain signal purity in environments with multiple electronic devices, ensuring stable display performance without visual artifacts.
What devices are compatible with this VGA extension cable?
The cable is compatible with monitors and video devices that use HD-15 VGA connections. It is ideal for extending signals from computers, laptops, media players, or control systems to displays in office, educational, professional AV, and digital signage applications.
What warranty comes with this cable?
StarTech.com provides a lifetime limited warranty for this VGA extension cable. This warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship, offering long-term reliability and support for professional installations where continuous operation is essential.
What resolution or display format is specified?
It features a display specification of 1920 x 1200, giving you clear visuals for work and media use.
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.