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Black 8 inch DisplayPort male to VGA female active adapter cable

EN-Labs

EN-Labs DisplayPort to VGA Active Adapter Cable 8 inch 1920x1200 1080p 60Hz

SKU CH-5KDJ-0DKZH

An 8-inch active adapter cable converts a DisplayPort signal to VGA for monitors or projectors up to 1920 x 1200 at 60 Hz

  • TypeDP to VGA
  • Changer TypeDisplayPort to VGA
  • ColorBlack
  • Cable Length8 inch
  • Connector ADisplayPort male
  • Connector BVGA Female
  • Connects DisplayPort devices to VGA monitors or projectors with active conversion
  • Supports video up to 1920 x 1200 at 60 Hz for clear display output
  • Handles HDTV 1080p resolution for streaming or gaming on legacy screens
  • Draws power directly from the DisplayPort source, no external adapter required
  • Ready to use immediately with plug-and-play operation, no software installation needed

What it connects

This active adapter cable links a DisplayPort-equipped laptop or desktop to a monitor or projector that only accepts VGA input. It is built for users who need to add a legacy display without installing software or carrying a separate power brick. The eight-inch length keeps the connection tidy on a desk or in a travel bag.

Thermals noise and power

The adapter draws all the power it needs directly from the DisplayPort source, so there is no external supply to heat up or a fan to spin. Passive operation means silent running and no extra cable clutter. Heat output is negligible during normal video streaming or office workloads.

Maximum supported resolution

Video output reaches 1920 x 1200 at 60 Hz or 1080p at 60 Hz, whichever the attached monitor and host system allow. HDCP-protected content will not play over the VGA link because the analog interface cannot carry the encryption handshake. Buyers who need copy-protected playback should choose a digital connection instead.

Highlights

  • Connects DisplayPort devices to VGA monitors or projectors with active conversion
  • Supports video up to 1920 x 1200 at 60 Hz for clear display output
  • Handles HDTV 1080p resolution for streaming or gaming on legacy screens
  • Draws power directly from the DisplayPort source, no external adapter required
  • Ready to use immediately with plug-and-play operation, no software installation needed

Specifications

BrandEN-Labs
ModelDisplayPort
TypeDP to VGA
Changer TypeDisplayPort to VGA
ColorBlack
Cable Length8 inch
Connector ADisplayPort male
Connector BVGA Female
AudioNo
Connector StyleStraight
FeaturesPortable adapter connects a DisplayPort (dp, dp++, DisplayPort++) equipped laptop or desktop to a monitor or projector with VGA input Transmits high-definition video from your computer to a monitor for video streaming or gaming Resolution up to HDTV 1080p & computer 1920 x 1200 /60 Hz (depending on the monitor and your system) Plug and Play,no software required Power from DisplayPort Source,no extra power adapter needed
StyleDisplayPort - Black

Questions about this item

How do I connect the DisplayPort male end to my laptop and the VGA female end to my monitor?

Plug the DisplayPort male connector directly into the DP or DP++ port on the laptop, then attach a standard VGA cable from the monitor into the adapter's VGA female port; the adapter draws power from the DisplayPort source so no extra power supply is needed.

Will the active conversion chip or the VGA port degrade over time and need replacement?

The adapter contains no moving parts and requires no firmware updates; under normal use the active circuitry and gold-plated connectors are designed to last the life of the cable without scheduled maintenance.

What resolution limit will I hit first when running a 1920 x 1200 display at 60 Hz for long periods?

The adapter is rated for a maximum of 1920 x 1200 at 60 Hz, so that resolution and refresh rate is the hard ceiling; sustained use at this limit will not push the hardware beyond its specified capability.

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