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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

  • TypeDVI to VGA
  • ColorBlack
  • Cable LengthNo
  • SpecificationsMaximum Digital Resolutions: 1920x1200 Maximum Analog Resolu
  • Connector A1x VGA female
  • Connector B1x DVI-D male
  • 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.

Highlights

  • 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

Specifications

BrandStarTech.com
ModelDVI2VGAE
TypeDVI to VGA
ColorBlack
Cable LengthNo
SpecificationsMaximum Digital Resolutions: 1920x1200
Maximum Analog Resolutions: 1920x1200
Wide Screen Supported
Converter Type: Active
Connector A1x VGA female
Connector B1x DVI-D male
Weight0.25 lb.
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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