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Black HDMI-to-VGA active converter, short cable, male HDMI to female VGA

AddOn

AddOn HDMI to VGA active converter black 7.87in 1920x1080

SKU CH-3TFK-PATFC

Active HDMI-to-VGA adapter with a 7.87-inch cable supporting 1920x1080 resolution for monitors and projectors

  • Product colorBlack
  • Active conversion enables HDMI-to-VGA hookup without external power
  • 87-inch cable reaches nearby monitors without strain
  • 1920 x 1080 resolution keeps Full HD content sharp
  • 15-pin HD-15 female port fits legacy projectors and displays
  • Lightweight 0.40 lb design travels easily in a bag

Active HDMI to VGA converter

This AddOn adapter converts a digital HDMI 1.3 signal to analogue VGA so a modern laptop or desktop can drive a legacy monitor or projector. The active circuitry handles the conversion without external power, making it a compact bridge for mixed-generation setups.

Replaces passive dongles

Passive cables only work when the source natively outputs analogue levels, which many current laptops and Chromebooks no longer do. This unit is worth choosing whenever the host lacks native VGA signalling but the display still requires a 15-pin HD-15 input at 1920 x 1080.

Fits tight workspaces

The 7.87-inch cable and lightweight .40 lb body sit neatly beside a notebook without stressing the HDMI port. It frees up the VGA port on the display side and needs no driver install, so the connection is ready as soon as both ends are seated.

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Price $21.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameADD-ON COMPUTER PERIPHERALS
Product colorBlack
Size & build
Cable lengthNo

Questions about this item

What physical clearance does the 7.87in cable and HDMI male connector need behind the source device?

The active converter has a 7.87in integrated cable ending in an HDMI 1.3 male plug, so allow enough rear space for the plug and strain relief without sharp bends.

Which step is often missed when connecting the 15-pin HD-15 female VGA side to a monitor or projector?

After plugging the VGA cable into the converter's 15-pin female port, secure the thumbscrews on both sides to prevent signal loss from a loose connection.

When should the active converter be replaced if the 1920 x 1080 output becomes unstable?

Replace the unit if flickering, colour shift or no signal persists after verifying the HDMI source, VGA cable and display are all working correctly.

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