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Black DVI-D male to VGA female active converter box

STARTECH

STARTECH DVI2VGAE DVI-D to VGA active audio video converter 1920x1200

SKU CH-R5WD-QEACV MPN DVI2VGAE

Active converter connects a DVI-D source to a VGA display at up to 1920x1200 resolution

  • First connector1x VGA female
  • Second connector1x DVI-D male
  • Product typeDVI to VGA
  • Product colorBlack
  • DetailsMaximum Digital Resolutions: 1920 × 1200 Maximum Analog Reso
  • Product weight0.25 lb (0.11 kg)
  • Connect DVI-D sources to VGA displays with active conversion
  • Supports up to 1920x1200 digital and analog resolution
  • Handles 1080p widescreen content without quality loss
  • Compact converter box weighs only .25 lb for easy portability
  • Female VGA to male DVI-D connectors ensure direct compatibility

DVI-D to VGA active converter

This StarTech DVI2VGAE adapter converts a DVI-D digital signal to a VGA analogue signal for connecting a DVI-D equipped computer to a VGA monitor or projector. It uses an active chipset to perform the conversion without requiring a dual-mode DVI-I source. The unit supports widescreen formats and is powered directly from the DVI port.

Ideal for legacy display connections

It suits users who need to link a modern DVI-D graphics output to an older VGA-only display or projector. Buyers whose source only provides DVI-A or who require higher resolutions than 1920x1200 should look at a different solution. The adapter does not carry audio and adds no external power requirement.

Maximum resolution 1920x1200

The converter handles digital and analogue resolutions up to 1920x1200, matching 1080p and 1920x1200 widescreen modes. This single limit determines whether the adapter fits the target display. Exceeding it will result in no signal or a blank screen.

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Price $38.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameStarTech.com
Model nameDVI2VGAE
Product typeDVI to VGA
Product colorBlack
Ports & slots
First connector1x VGA female
Second connector1x DVI-D male
Size & build
Cable lengthNo
Product weight0.25 lb (0.11 kg)
Shipping weight0.11 kg
Package size179 × 88 × 23 mm

Questions about this item

Does the DVI2VGAE active converter require any firmware updates or internal battery replacement over time?

The DVI2VGAE is a passive-active signal converter with no user-serviceable firmware, battery, or moving parts, so no scheduled maintenance or internal replacements are needed.

What is the maximum resolution the DVI2VGAE can sustain continuously without signal degradation?

The converter supports a maximum digital and analog resolution of 1920x1200, which is the upper limit for sustained operation.

How much heat or fan noise does the DVI2VGAE produce when driving a 1920x1200 display all day?

The compact 0.25 lb adapter has no fan and draws minimal power from the DVI port, so it runs silently with only slight warmth during continuous use.

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