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Small black rectangular converter with VGA, HDMI, 3.5mm audio and USB ports, 40g

LUOM

LUOM VGA to HDMI Converter Black USB Audio 40g

SKU CH-GTF8-HX1X9

Converts VGA and 3.5 mm audio to HDMI up to 1920x1080 at 60 Hz with USB power

  • Product typeHDMI Converters
  • Converts analog VGA to digital HDMI up to 1920x1080 at 60Hz
  • USB-powered design works with more source devices than unpowered alternatives
  • Supports input resolutions from 640x480 up to 1920x1080 at 60Hz
  • 5mm audio input merged into HDMI for single-cable sound and video
  • Weighs 40g for easy travel with laptop or projector setups

Purpose and audience

This LUOM converter translates analog VGA output into digital HDMI while embedding 3.5 mm audio into the same stream. It suits owners of legacy desktops, laptops or set-top boxes that lack HDMI and need a simple link to modern monitors, projectors or televisions. Power comes from an integrated USB cable, so no separate mains adapter is required.

Upgrade path

The unit replaces passive VGA-to-HDMI cables that cannot supply enough current for reliable 1080p at 60 Hz conversion. The jump is worthwhile when the source only offers VGA and 3.5 mm audio yet the display demands a single HDMI input with embedded sound. It supports input resolutions from 640x480 through 1920x1080 at 60 Hz, selectable via a 720p/1080p switch on the housing.

Interface limits

Bandwidth is capped at 6.75 Gbps total with 12-bit per channel deep colour and uncompressed two-channel LPCM audio. The converter is unidirectional — VGA in, HDMI out — so it cannot drive a VGA monitor from an HDMI source. It also requires a free USB port for power, which may be unavailable on some compact devices.

How it compares

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Price $10.99
Cheaper than about 75% of the 1,459 comparable items (median $17.99).

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Specifications

Product
Product typeHDMI Converters

Questions about this item

What ports does the LUOM converter need on the source and display side?

Connect the VGA and 3.5 mm audio cables from the source, the USB power cable to a 5 V port, and the HDMI cable to the display.

Which step do users most often miss when setting up the converter?

The USB power cable must be plugged in; without external power the converter will not output a signal.

Will the gold-plated connectors or the resolution switch need servicing later?

No maintenance is required; the gold-plated contacts resist corrosion and the 720p/1080p switch is a passive mechanical control.

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