Reddit mentions: The best hdmi-to-vga adapters

Him hauling a tv around might be tedious, but would probably be easiest. Otherwise this was what I found in a review on a converter on Amazon.

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The adapter needs to be powered to work so connect the included cable to the phone charger unit that is plugged in to an electrical socket ( like a iPhone charger or Android)
Got it for connecting PS4 to older computer monitor. Works very well! Helping everyone trying to do the same thing:
You will need:

1. This HDMI to VGA adapter
   
2. One male to male VGA cable
   3 old phone charger with USB cord.
   Connect HDMI port of the adapter to PS4. Connect VGA cable to adapter and then the monitor. Connect audio jack to adapter and then the monitor ( if it has built in speakers) or directly into the PS4 controller. The adapter needs to be powered to work so connect the included cable to the phone charger unit that is plugged in to an electrical socket ( like a iPhone charger or Android).
   Power up the PS4 in SAFE MODE ( very important). Then once powered, change resolution to 420! The PS4 will automatically restart and everything will work as normal. Enjoy!"
   
   Link to item. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00ZMV7RL2?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00
   
   Here's a link to a very useful reply by fellow redditor u/merespectator
   https://www.reddit.com/r/PS4/comments/43pfqh/using_a_ps4_in_a_displayport_monitor/czkhikv
   
   Good luck to you and your husband. Stay strong and may thoughts and prayers do wonders for both of you. Stay 💪
   
   Edit: wow, lots of replies really quick. There was only one when I started writing. Great work folks.

No Problem man! The reason why I was able to get into detail very well is because I currently have my Xbox 360 and PS3 hooked into my desktop setup via VGA (xbox 360) and DVI (using a DVI to HDMI adapter for the PS3)

I would recommend watching these two techquickies videos to get up-to-date with what the monitors standards are, and screen Resolutions

HDMI, DisplayPort, VGA, and DVI as Fast As Possible

Resolution - Not Just a Number as Fast As Possible

The EASIEST option is to get a new computer monitor that has HDMI with Speakers (kind of like this one, look for a screen that has all these ports on it) for that PS4 upgrade that you are looking for, otherwise you will be looking for HDMI to VGA adapters that may work but I have never used one before so I can't guarantee if it will work with the ps4.

Now with the easiest option out of the way, Gaming on a Computer screen with an Xbox 360 is kind of simple. Buy an Xbox 360 VGA cable off of amazon or at local game store. Make sure you get a RCA to 3.5 adapter for the audio, because the next part gets interesting. If you are using with your computer at the desk all you have to do is plug the 3.5 adapter into your PC's Line-In port which is the blue plug port, then after its plugged-in go to your pc and go to your pc sound icon in the lower right hand corner and left click it and click on the playback devices, then click on to the line in icon and click on the properties button and that will bring out the line-in properties window, click on the listen tab and the check mark the listen to this device box and you should have sound coming through your speakers while having it hooked into your pc. You will have to have you PC running to have this work. If that is too much get this adapter (A) and this Adapter(B) and plug the green wire plug from the speaker into Adapter B and and one end from Adapter B into the computer and the other end into Adapter A, if you go this route you will not need the very first RCA to 3.5 adapter that i gave you.

Now with the PS4 use this adapter (can't guarantee if it will work) and Plug the Green cord into the audio in, and I think you will have to power it via USB. and make sure you have a VGA cable to plug into the adapter and to the screen. Make sure you switch the screen source from DVI to VGA when gaming, then back for PC use

TL:DR Get a new monitor with an HDMI, DVI, and VGA port that has speakers built in or you will have to follow the steps that I provided up to get an VGA port to work with an xbox 360 and MAYBE a PS4.

Hopefully this helps, and all the buy links that i have provided are for Amazon UK, and I believe most tech store will have most of these items as well.

I think I found one on Amazon (looked on monoprice but wasn't sure about the search results). Thanks a bunch! It says that it is an active converter and it even said it has its own power like you mentioned. I'll be giving this adapter a try

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00879DM56?pc_redir=1409580196&robot_redir=1

You can use a converter/adapter like this, which will allow you to connect a display using HDMI input such as a TV or monitor. Keep in mind that because the output is VGA you will not have audio over the HDMI cable like if you were connected via HDMI output, so if you connect to a TV with the adapter, you will not get audio through HDMI. Also keep in mind that the max supported resolution for something like this is 1920x1080 @ 60 Hz.

Edit: Updated link to correct adapter/converter. Apparently this one also has audio connections in the adapter as well, to support audio over HDMI by using the motherboard's integrated audio outputs.

IT might be that the SNES mini does not have enough power going through the HDMI source to run the converter inside the Adapter - while the PC probably does. How are you plugging in the SNES mini ( ie. using the USB port on a TV or using the wall plug - could be it needs a better power source if using a USB port on your TV it might not provide enough Amperage to run both the SNES and the adapter using the HDMI source from the SNES. For the SNES you might need an adapter that has an input for an external power source rather than one that uses the power from the HDMI cable.

Something like this one ( https://www.amazon.com/Cable-Matters-HDMI-Adapter-Black/dp/B00879DM56 ) that has the USB power input which says :

" USB POWERED ACTIVE ADAPTER has built-in IC chip to improve compatibility between equipment and displays; USB power boosts the signal from computers with low power HDMI ports such as the MacBook Pro with Retina Display or Raspberry Pi "

I use my OSSC on my 21" apple studio monitor via hdmi to vga adapter here Rankie HDMI to VGA Adapter with 3.5mm Audio Port (Black) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00ZMV7RL2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_GLtPCbYP5B3QG

Works pretty great in line double mode. I can get x3 and x4 working but I feel x2 is best.

This is the one I am/was using getting my new monitor today but it worked great for my vga one


HDMI to VGA, 1080P with Audio Port, Rankie Gold-Plated Active HDMI HDTV to VGA Adapter Converter Male to Female with Micro USB & 3.5mm Audio Port Cable - R1150 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00ZMV7RL2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_x1bEybNJ88QZG

They do work but they need to be active. DVI-I / DVI-A to VGA are passive conversion, that is nothing needs to be done to the signals for them to work, but obviously since neither DVI-D or HDMI actually carry the analog signal that won't work.

Used DisplayPort versions of these before so they should be good

https://www.amazon.co.uk/d/Adapters/1080P-Audio-Rankie-Plated-Active-Converter-Female/B00ZMV7RL2/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1500451941&sr=8-5&keywords=HDMI+to+VGA

You'll need an [Active HDMI to VGA adaptor] (http://www.amazon.com/Cable-Matters-Gold-Plated-Active-Adapter/dp/B007SM7O2U) for this to work, as HDMI doesn't output any analogue signal at all.

Edit: And if you're looking to play HDCP content like bluray through your laptop to a VGA monitor, you'll also need an active adapter with HDCP support, which the one I linked to doesn't have.

I would try to get at least an i3 CPU and a 1080p screen if you want something cheap that still has a decent performance. I think VGA ports are getting rare, but maybe you can get an adapter like [this one] (https://www.amazon.com/Cable-Matters-HDMI-Adapter-Black/dp/B00879DM56) for example?

What about the [Acer Aspire E 15 E5-575-33BM] (https://shopineer.com/laptops/Acer-Aspire-E-15-E5-575-33BM-15-6-Inch-Full-HD-Notebook)?

• 7th Generation Intel Core i3-7100U Processor
  
• 15.6"
  
• 1920 x 1080
  
• 4 GB RAM
  
• 1 TB HDD
  
• Intel HD Graphics 620
  
• Windows 10
  
• 12 hours battery life
  
• 5.27 lbs.
  
  It also has a backlit keyboard and an optical drive. You can quite easily upgrade RAM later on if required.
  
  This latest gen Kaby Lake CPU / integrated graphics should be more than enough for general use.

1: I recommend going for a VGA-HDMI like this one.

2: I've researched a bit and it seems the brand you have is good. I recommend replacing the bulb. No other repairs should be needed if the bulb is just burnt out; if other repairs are needed, then go ahead and scrap it.

I believe it should work but if your display supports dvi that would be a lot better. https://www.amazon.com/Rankie-Gold-Plated-Active-Adapter-Converter/dp/B00ZMV7RL2

I made my Roku work with an old TV with one of these:

https://www.amazon.com/Rankie-Gold-Plated-Active-Adapter-Converter/dp/B00ZMV7RL2/ref=sr_1_4?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1480448278&sr=1-4&keywords=hdmi+to+vga+converter

Had to adapt the 3.5mm audio int rca cable to get the sound in, but it worked like a charm!

While I have not done something like this myself I would think simply buying a HDMI splitter like this to split the signal and an active HDMI to VGA adapter like this to connect it to the VGA monitor should work fine.

Believe it or not, HDMI adapters work pretty well. I have one of these for my laptop and it works a treat.

It depends on what you have on the back of your computer. You'll need one end of the cord to be HDMI, and that end goes into your tv. The other end needs to fit a port on your computer. I don't believe that USB will be an option.

Your computer most likely has vga output on the rear.

It looks like you'd need something like this to get your computer working on the HDMI.

Alternatively, if you have a DVI output, you can get a DVI to HDMI cable or adapter. It should be noted that DVI has to forms: DVI-D and DVI-A; DVI-Digital and DVI-Analog, respectively. Be careful which one you purchase if you go down the DVI route.

Edit: Actually ignore all of this, I totally misread your title and post. Other people here seem to know more about RCA than I do, so follow their advice.

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B00ZMV7RL2/

I use that to hook my computer up to an old projector. Works great.

You're right that VGA does not carry audio, neither does DVI (usually). If you want audio from your NESC you'll need to either hook up to your tv with HDMI or use something like what I linked above that can give you a separate audio cable.

I use this one to use my hdmi xbox with my vga projector. I've found that depending on the device, the audio extractor works well. Some devices don't send enough power, hence the usb power to amplify the signal. As far as audio quality goes it's pretty good, though I wouldn't recommend using it with ultra high end speakers as you'll definitely notice the imperfections there but for cheaper and lower end speakers it works well.

I know you don't need VGA, but my experience with this and other HDMI audio extractors is that they work well but sometimes need amplification, depending on the source and speakers.

This is what I use and it works great. https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00ZMV7RL2
I don't believe the pi will output the analog part of the DVI-I that is needed for the VGA conversion so an active adapter like this is needed.

Not a problem. I use one of these. Rankie HDMI to VGA Adapter with 3.5mm Audio Port - Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00ZMV7RL2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_65qPDbBNV4VB9
It has an audio splitter built in it to pull the audio from the HDMI also. Makes hooking it all up pretty easy.

This one works perfectly for me for both my NESC and SNESC: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00ZMV7RL2/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

It is a powered adapter...not sure if the other one you had is...

Nice article and topic... As it happens I recently posted on the topic of lagless monitors and stuff (but it was not a good post so it got removed).

Here's my two cents:
First, I have only been playing Melee (to get better/competitive) for a year, so the whole feel differential is inconsequential to me specifically.

Also, the one thing this doc doesn't mention (mostly cause its not part of the main focus) is the fact that Wiis do have the component cable option (but its not digital iirc). If it is possible to convert component to digital in a fast enough and decent enough fashion, then that'll help with the artifacts, motion blur, and stuff. Wii's are also way more common and available than gamecubes and the component cables don't cost an arm and a leg.

The big thing though is that I think a good enough capture/streaming card that natively takes component cables solves the problem (of lag and artifacts). I recently got one that takes component cables and uses usb 3.0 for power, and has an hdmi out.
I've then plugged this into an old monitor, with a 768 60hz native resolution, that strangely enough only takes vga (so I have to use a converter for hdmi -> vga).
The thing is I've measured it's frame latency (as best I can) with a 240 fps camera, and there is none (keep in mind, this means <= 1/4 of a frame of lag, which the google doc explains is gucci).
I have since tested this on a larger, more modern hdtv, and there is lag from the same setup... so maybe it seems to still be case dependent, but progress?

Of course, this does nothing for the feel of the game, but it does mean that lagless melee on an lcd screen is possible.


For anyone that wants further info on what I used
The capture card,
moniter,
Hdmi -> Vga converter

I'm running my 2k monitor through the dvi port. My other three monitors are vga that I'm running out of the two mini displayports and one hdmi port. I use Active mini displayport/hdmi to vga adapters for those. I picked those up on ebay and Amazon. It is very important that they are active adapters, it will not work otherwise. To setup I just plugged everything in and enabled the monitors in the Windows Screen Resolution Control Panel.

Ethernet can be taken right from the mobo, 144hz will look great on games that can run above 60 fps. You will need speakers/headphones/some other form of sound transferring and lastly, if you have an older monitor and it doesn't have a dvi/hdmi port, make sure you get an adapter such as this: https://www.amazon.com/Rankie-Gold-Plated-Active-Adapter-Converter/dp/B00ZMV7RL2/ref=sr_1_cc_4?s=aps&ie=UTF8&qid=1485730351&sr=1-4-catcorr&keywords=vga+to+hdmi

you can use HDMI to VGA active adapter like this http://www.unitek-products.com/ct/product_detail.php?id=435

I use one myself and it's working flawlessly.

https://www.amazon.com/Cable-Matters-Active-Adapter-Micro-USB/dp/B00879DM56

https://www.amazon.com/Rankie-Gold-Plated-Active-Adapter-Converter/dp/B00ZMV7RL2/ref=sr_1_1?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1474646025&sr=1-1-spons&keywords=hdmi+to+vga&psc=1

Yeah for this budget, the Lenovo Y40 is going to be the best bet. ~7hrs of battery life, a 1080p display, solid dedicated graphics, and a light and thin design. All around a good option, and the absolute most power that you will get for your purposes within this budget. It's just 14", but worth it. No VGA port, though. It does have HDMI and there are plenty of adapters to convert it.

i saw those but i wasn't sure if they worked :S

would this one work too i don't need sound on that monitor

thank you so much for the help

It adds some latency and a very small degradation in image quality.

Some DRMed video (stuff from iTunes) might not play properly.

However, if you're pretty happy with your current monitor, then an adaptor is the way to go. It's much cheaper than buying a new monitor.

Make sure you get an active adaptor though. ( I don't even think it's possible to passively adapt HDMI to VGA)

Many adaptors will also require some sort of additional power. This isn't a big deal though since you can usually power it off a USB port on your computer.

https://www.amazon.com/Cable-Matters-Active-Adapter-Micro-USB/dp/B00879DM56/

A little late to the party, but:

Active DVI to VGA
HDMI to VGA (I have this one and it works great)

I'd start looking on Craigslist, asking around, and checking thrify stores for a better monitor.

If your monitor has only VGA (DSUB) input:
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for the PS3: an HDMI to VGA adapter.

for the N64: Composite to VGA converter

for the SNES: The above converter plus a component cable like this if you don't already have one.



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If your monitor has only DVI input:
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for the PS3: An HDMI to DVI cable (or adapter).

for the N64: the above cable/adapter plus component to HDMI converter

for the SNES: both of the above plus a component cable like this if you don't already have one.

Absolutely. I use this:

HDMI to VGA, 1080P with Audio Port, Rankie Gold-Plated Active HDMI HDTV to VGA Adapter Converter Male to Female with Micro USB & 3.5mm Audio Port Cable

https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00ZMV7RL2/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_8wLIxb08B714K


There are lots of different ones, just check reviews as some seem to be terrible.

Btw, the one I have seems to have a micro usb in for power, yet works perfectly fine without - no idea what that's about.

Edit: here's a little $0.96 version
http://s.aliexpress.com/jEFv2AFb

The 1060 does not support analog graphics at all, so the cheap, passive, DVI to VGA adapters won't work.

You need an active adapter like this: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01FL7H7HA/ or this: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00879DM56/

Thanks for the reply. What about something like this instead? : http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00879DM56/ref=sr_1_2?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1411892846&sr=1-2&keywords=hdmi+to+vga

He'll need a VGA converter to HDMI. I have that one and I'm pretty sure it works both ways. And he'll need a HDMI to DP converter.

HDMI is all digital, VGA is analog. The only way a normal HDMI to VGA cable would work is if the device you have can output VGA signal over HDMI, not common, and not likely your phone.

What you need is an active converter if you want to use your phone. Something like this should work, though you might have to have a USB plugged in to power it. Phones don't often output much power if any over HDMI.

Thanks for the quick answer, does this look like what I need? The reviews seem to say so and it looks like it will, http://www.amazon.com/Cable-Matters-Gold-Plated-Active-Adapter/dp/B00879DM56/ref=cm_cd_ql_qh_dp_t

and if those don't work, here is one that my workplace uses and seems to be fine (although it may need power from a usb port that it comes with). you can look on amazon or anywhere for cheap ones like this if you need them.

Just use an adapter like this one. That's for converting HDMI to VGA (digital to analogue). To convert analogue (VGA) to digital (HDMI) you'd need an adapter like this one.

Yes, but you will need an adapter such as this one. Make sure that the adapter is intended for the correct conversion direction. The one I linked is intended to take an HDMI signal from your computer and output it to VGA. If you want to go from VGA on your computer to HDMI on your monitor, you will need a different adapter. They are not bi-directional (Usually)

this is probably your best bet: https://www.amazon.com/Akale-Composite-Converter-Adapter-Blue-Ray/dp/B01I9KJX82/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1484557769&sr=8-1-spons&keywords=composite+to+hdmi&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/Rankie-Gold-Plated-Active-Adapter-Converter/dp/B00ZMV7RL2/ref=sr_1_4?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1484557843&sr=1-4&keywords=hdmi+to+vga

i personally own both of these adapters and they work fine for me. vga doesn't carry audio however (neither does dvi) but the hdmi to vga adapter has a headphone port so plug in your headphones or speakers if thats better. the only down sides are that since your using composite (yellow/red/white) your games will look like CRAP compared to other solutions, but this is cheap! and also the adapters need power so they run off usb :/ so either use the adapter your phone charger uses, plug into a pc, or your monitor may have some usb ports.

You need an active adapter.

Something like this http://www.amazon.ca/Cable-Matters-Active-Female-Adapter/dp/B007SM7O2U

I don't think this will work. Simply because HDMI cannot carry an analog signal. It has to be converted into digital, which actually requires a large converter. Something like this will work. Converted typically require a power input to work.

Definitely look into a HDMI to DVI cable, as HDMI can go directly to DVI without a converter since they are both digital.

You would need an external HDMI to VGA converter box or an active adapter as the signals are incompatible. Something like this would work.

You'll need an active adapter like this

So you have VGA port on your monitor and HDMI and DVI-I on your GPU? You will need active adapter for that. Something like this VGA uses analog signal while both HDMI and DVI-I use digital signal.

I think that something like this could help (but with a DVI out, not VGA).

But we need to wait and see if Nintendo will give us the option to use Bluetooth.

Unless I understood it incorrectly, I thought you can get something like THIS which lets you use a HDMI source to a monitor that only has VGA support. Is this not accurate?

You need an active adapter.

They look like this:

https://www.amazon.com/Rankie-Gold-Plated-Active-Adapter-Converter/dp/B00ZMV7RL2/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1478724005&sr=8-4&keywords=hdmi+to+vga

You need an active VGA to HDMI converter

Like this:

VGA to HDMI, GANA HD 1080P VGA to HDMI Video and Audio Video Converter Adapter for HDTVs, monitors, displayers,Laptop Desktop Computer https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01H5BOLYC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_N4aiAbPD1PV1G

So I have actually tried this by connecting it to a projector. This is the converter i bought from Amazon.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00879DM56/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
As for audio, I bought this and connected it to some external speakers. This really comes in handy and I would highly recommend it because you can use it with any headphones you want.
http://www.amazon.com/Xbox-One-Stereo-Headset-Adapter/dp/B00IAVDOS6/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1414531312&sr=8-3&keywords=xbox++one+adapter+3.5

A Mini-DP to VGA converter like this:

http://www.monoprice.com/Product?p_id=12743

Or a HDMI to VGA converter like this:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00ZMV7RL2

Look into a VGA-Component cable (assuming your TV supports component in)

Other options are something like this.
https://www.amazon.com/Monitor-FOINNEX-Connecting-Laptop-HDTV-Male/dp/B071SHJ1S3/ref=sr_1_6?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1522702148&sr=1-6&keywords=vga+to+component+6ft

Alternatively, you could look to get an VGA to HDMI converter or just a cord with one side HDMI and one side VGA. Note that the latter cable apparently only works if your source is using VGA out.

From there, you would just need to figure out how you want to do the audio. Either 3.5mm, optical, separate speakers, etc.

EDIT: Looking back on it, this option would probably more messy in terms of cords, but maybe save you a little bit of money.

Are you using a HDMI to VGA adapter like this?

Cable Matters Active HDMI To VGA Adapter with Micro-USB Power In Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00879DM56/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_TAUAybK8JM24T

You will probably need one like that that has a USB cable to provide additional power for conversion. There probably isn't enough power on the HDMI port by itself. Or your adapter or HDMI port is defective. Verify by connecting it directly to an HDMI TV.

The HDMI port should work even in the BIOS, as long as nothing is connected to the DVI port.

What your getting is the recommend NATIVE resolution on the first which is not highlighted on the second.

As both list it then it is supported and can be used.

You can always look into one of these.

I have used an adapter to connect my laptop to a VGA monitor and it wasn't active. There are active ones, which may be required if it needs extra power.

I found this one with a quick google search: https://www.amazon.com/Cable-Matters-Active-Adapter-Micro-USB/dp/B00879DM56

It says it needs USB power to provide extra compatibility, like connecting with a Mini HDMI.

Your motherboard's video output using integrated graphic doesn't work if you're running a graphic card. Your only solution is to get an adapter for one of the ports on your graphic card. Make sure it's an active adapter with a converter to convert digital signal to analog signal, as your graphic card most likely doesn't produce analog signal, and VGA only carries analog signal. Here's an example. It is recommended to get an adapter with separate power source as they are more reliable. For example the one I linked powered through a micro USB port.

Edit: Apparently you can still turn on integrated graphic as the other comment pointes out. I didn't know about this. You can still use an adapter if you want to do something that would require a GPU, but I guess you won't.

HDMI and VGA are incompatible so technically any adapter is 'active'.

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I would buy something like this. In the end buy a well rated product (not necessarily expensive), and ideally something you can return if there is a problem.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Cable-Matters-HDMI-Adapter-Black/dp/B00879DM56

Finally i found a solution, with this everything working absolutely fine!
https://www.amazon.it/Rankie-Placcato-Adattatore-Convertitore-Ricarica/dp/B00ZMV7RL2/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1484991854&sr=8-4&keywords=adattatore+vga+to+hdmi

Cable Matters Active HDMI to VGA Adapter with Micro-USB Power in Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00879DM56/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_ZIsazbF7Y700Z works just fine with the pi, and it's not exactly expensive.

Mini-DisplayPort to VGA Adapter from Apple. You'll need a VGA cable (6ft) as well.

or

HDMI to VGA adapter. Still need a VGA as well. You can go up to 50ft.

Good question! Everything is captured onto a modern PC. From the Mac it's VGA out into an VGA-HDMI adapter, and then that into a USB 3.0 external HDMI capture card. Software is OBS.

Even the cheapest ones like these?

https://www.amazon.it/Rankie-Adattatore-Displayport-1080P-Nero/dp/B00Z08TZNU/ref=sr_1_3?__mk_it_IT=%C3%85M%C3%85%C5%BD%C3%95%C3%91&crid=1RQ76GIUVTC9S&keywords=displayport+vga&qid=1561993616&s=gateway&sprefix=displayport%2Caps%2C176&sr=8-3

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https://www.amazon.it/Rankie-Adattatore-1080P-Micro-Uscita/dp/B00ZMV7RL2/ref=sr_1_3?__mk_it_IT=%C3%85M%C3%85%C5%BD%C3%95%C3%91&keywords=hdmi+vga&qid=1561993642&s=gateway&sr=8-3

HDMI contains no analog signal so it is not possible for any combination of passive adapters and/or cables to convert it to VGA.

Active adapters work because they use DSPs and DACs to convert from one standard to the other, but of course they are more expensive than passive cables.

So do you know what kind of adapter you got?

Right one
https://www.amazon.com/Cable-Matters-Active-Adapter-Micro-USB/dp/B00879DM56

So this https://www.amazon.co.uk/Rankie-HDMI-Adapter-3-5mm-Audio-Black/dp/B00ZMV7RL2/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1519742867&sr=8-3&keywords=vga+adapter with a VGA to VGA cable and I'd be good?

Speculation but you may need an externally powered converter. Tablet likely does not provide enough power for a converter.

It looks like this one has an option to be powered externally:http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00879DM56/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?qid=1419954597&sr=8-2&pi=AC_SY200_QL40

There are 2 types of HDMI to VGA adapters.

• Converter box style that need external power from usually USB, like this Active HDMI to VGA Adapter, and
  
  
• Cable style where the active conversion is so small that can be placed inside the connector and is powered by the HDMI port, like this Active HDMI to VGA cable. Take note that there are fake HDMI to VGA cables that will not work because they have just the 2 connectors without any active circuitry.
  
  
  

You'll need this to get game audio to your headphones:

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008EPW7TA

XB1 is optical audio or hdmi audio only. (get an optical audio cable as well if you do not have one)

As for your current monitor, there are hdmi-->vga adapters.

http://www.amazon.com/Cable-Matters-Gold-Plated-Active-Adapter/dp/B00879DM56

So, plenty of solutions before you go upgrading your display.

No it's not possible. If you plug your monitor into the mobo then that monitor will be driven by the iGPU. No way around it. You can buy an HDMI to VGA active adapter like this https://www.amazon.ca/Cable-Matters-Active-Female-Adapter/dp/B007SM7O2U

EDIT: Oh yeah if you have DVI you can go HDMI to DVI

HDMI -> VGA cables are "active" (they have a chip in them) which means they need power from the host, and also means they are one way.

You might have got unlucky and got VGA to HDMI cables, which won't work the other way.

A converter like this with an extra power input for lower power devices might also help.

DVI-I is basically two ports in one - a digital DVI-D and a analogue VGA. All the new video cards from 2016 - all GTX 10x0 and RX-4x0 and 5x0 - have removed the VGA part and only includes the DVI-D.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Digital_Visual_Interface#/media/File:DVI_pinout.svg

If you look at any new card, the 4 big analogue pins are gone.

If you want to keep using a VGA only monitor, you will need an active converter, e.g.

https://www.amazon.com/Rankie-Gold-Plated-Active-Adapter-Converter/dp/B00ZMV7RL2

This should work, I use this for my workplace (newer laptops are HDMI only now with no VGA) projector. Works like a charm.

https://amzn.com/B00ZMV7RL2

Good example here: Link

I'd like to see a picture of the rear of the TV. The VGA will get up to 1080p. As for a converter:

https://www.amazon.com/Cable-Matters-Active-Adapter-Micro-USB/dp/B00879DM56/ref=pd_sim_147_7?ie=UTF8&dpID=41Nnkp%2Bu4OL&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL160_SR160%2C160_&refRID=0XAG6S66RQ9CS6PXVGEZ

Maybe this?

1060 does not have DVI-I so you would need an active adapter NOT the passive ones..
So this
https://www.amazon.com/Cable-Matters-Active-Female-Adapter/dp/B012DLMS1W/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1504463722&sr=8-5&keywords=DVI+to+VGA+active+adapter

Or This
https://www.amazon.com/Cable-Matters-HDMI-Adapter-Black/dp/B00879DM56/ref=sr_1_5?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1504463854&sr=1-5&keywords=HDMI+to+VGA+active+adapter

You would need this, or something like it to convert HDMI out from the PS4 to VGA in on the projector:

Cable Matters Active HDMI To VGA Adapter with Micro-USB Power In Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00879DM56/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_BxX1xbPGHRE0Z


Note - you will not get audio through this setup, so you may have to make considerations for audio like an amp with optical in. Also, that projector has very low resolution and brightness- your games will likely look like shit. Also also, that adapter is probably not HDCP compliment - so the PS4 might complain and not display any games or movies. In that case you would need an HDMI splitter:

https://www.amazon.com/SANOXY%C2%AE-splitter-ports-switcher-XBOX360-Blu-ray/dp/B003UYOEMI

If you need the splitter you would plug an HDMI cable into the PS4 and into the input side on the splitter. Then out one of the outputs on the spiltter would plug into the VGA adapter. Then VGA adapter to VGA cable to the input on the projector.

Are you sure this HDMI-VGA converter actually works?

It's digital to analogue, those are more expensive and you can easily mistake it, if you don't know what you're looking for.

This is not what you want - this is for graphics cards that can output digital signal through VGA to digital monitor coming in through HDMI.

I believe this would be what you need (or similar): HDMI in, converter box, VGA out.

I believe he used a rx470/480. But now that I think of it he also needed an active adapter like this

Yes, here is the exact one I bought. Rankie HDMI to VGA Adapter with 3.5mm Audio Port (White) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M3VLLR7/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_jM-SBbQK9C5BV

Nothing too complex for the HDMI-VGA. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00879DM56/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

And yeah, I can't wait to see some good OLEDs come on the market, but I'll wait for one with a longer lifetime than what's out there now.

Just buy a HDMI to vga adapter with a small cable like this one, 10$ https://www.amazon.com/Cable-Matters-Adapter-Converter-Black/dp/B00879DM56

They make HDMI to VGA adapters, like this ONE

You can use an HDMI to VGA cord like this

http://www.amazon.com/Cable-Matters%C2%AE-Active-Adapter-Micro-USB/dp/B00879DM56

A splitter works exactly like it sounds - it splits one input to 2 outputs. You're going to need an DisplayPort adapter and either the HDMI adapter you have now or one of these in order to run 2 external VGA monitors.

You need this or something like it http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00879DM56/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?qid=1372370396&sr=8-4&pi=SL75

if your apple tv has an HDMI out you can get something like this :

https://www.amazon.com/Rankie-HDMI-Adapter-3-5mm-Audio/dp/B00ZMV7RL2/

and just the 3.5mm audio jack as your audio source.

The second monitor is only VGA? You likely need a converter not just a plug adapter. You’re trying to take a digital signal (HDMI) and make it analog (VGA). You’d need something like this.

Rankie HDMI to VGA Adapter with 3.5mm Audio Port - Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00ZMV7RL2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_psj0CbKBAWEH4

I’ve never used this so I’m not recommending this particular one, it’s just an example of the type of adapter you’d need.

Would something like this work?
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00ZMV7RL2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_NZoAzbAN7WNBW

You could use something like this. Which - according to the reviews - actually works:
https://www.amazon.com/Rankie-Gold-Plated-Active-Adapter-Converter/dp/B00ZMV7RL2

And then get a DVI-D to HDMI cable to connect your main monitor.

i was thinking in using something like this https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00ZMV7RL2/ref=ox_sc_act_image_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A1RI0YHZ8J2HZU idk if it will work

You can transcode the HDMI to VGA lagless with something like this - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00ZMV7RL2

And then use the OSSC to integer scale up.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/d/ms5/Digiflex-YA14-DIGIFLEX-HDMI-VGA-Cable-1-8-m/B003SPIAM4/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1497603015&sr=8-4&keywords=vga+to+hdmi

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Converter-VicTsing-Transmission-Computer-Projector/dp/B01M1IQ7F9/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1497603015&sr=8-7&keywords=vga+to+hdmi

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Rankie-Gold-Plated-Active-Adapter-Converter/dp/B01M1JZGOT/ref=sr_1_11?ie=UTF8&qid=1497603015&sr=8-11&keywords=vga+to+hdmi

Any VGA to HDMI adapter or cable would be fine

Some of them are poorly made. Try this one, it includes an option for usb power that lets it actively convert the video signal.

I have used the one posted by /u/neurofluxation since the Pi 1B days. It works well.
The new ones have an audio out, and are only a few dollars more.

https://www.amazon.com/Rankie-Gold-Plated-Active-Adapter-Converter/dp/B00ZMV7RL2/ref=sr_1_3

If you can't get the direct VGA connection working and do decide to buy a VGA to HDMI converter don't buy the one you linked to as that converts HDMI to VGA. I have this one (but paid under £5 for it, so maybe look on eBay for a cheaper version) and it works well enough (review here).

Get a new monitor?
I'm actually being serious here. You've got a decent video card that has technology that moved past the analog VGA signal, that's why they don't include it anymore. Not like it would take up any more room (they could use a DVI-I instead of DVI-D). Do yourself a favor and upgrade your monitor too.
If you just need a picture, I've used http://amzn.com/B00879DM56 before. Don't expect much though.

e.g.

VGA to HDMI Cable 1.8m/6 Feet (Old PC to New TV/Monitor with HDMI) ,FOINNEX VGA to HDMI Cable with Audio For Connecting Old PC,Laptop with a VGA output to NEW Monitor,HDTV.Male to Male , ALL-IN-ONE https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071SHJ1S3/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_2deWAbZAJXN8H

Hopefully there's a docking station available for your laptop model so you can just conveniently drop your laptop in whenever you want to hook up.

A more expensive adapter since it has to convert an analog signal to a digital signal, similar to the conversion that had to happen when the older TV signals were converted to digital a few years ago.

Passive adapters just change the head of the connector.

https://www.amazon.com/Rankie-Gold-Plated-Active-Adapter-Converter/dp/B00ZMV7RL2/

Pretty much. I use little HDMI to Vga adapters from Amazon and the audio port works as you'd expect. Never used the Bluetooth for audio but can't see why it wouldn't work. Something like this..
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/B01M1JZGOT/ref=mp_s_a_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1492173632&sr=8-6&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=hdmi+to+vga&dpPl=1&dpID=414CZyBdH7L&ref=plSrch

Less than half the price equivalent at Amazon:

http://www.amazon.com/Cable-Matters-Active-Adapter-Micro-USB/dp/B00879DM56

Quick amazon UK link.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Rankie-HDMI-Adapter-3-5mm-Audio-Black/dp/B00ZMV7RL2/ref=mp_s_a_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1540051440&sr=8-5&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=hdmi+to+vga&dpPl=1&dpID=41zAuS64hsL&ref=plSrch

It's the video input port. When you think about digital vs. analog data signals, VGA is the old, outdated analog. Meaning that since your 1070 will likely only have digital video out ports, you will have to buy an adapter of some sort, and the picture quality may not be as crisp as you are used to with digital signals, although that may depend more on monitor and adapter quality. Once it's a secondary monitor it won't really matter though. It's so cheap I think you'll be fine.

You can use an adapter , like this one: https://www.amazon.com/Cable-Matters-Active-Adapter-Micro-USB/dp/B00879DM56
or find another with similar price, that suits your needs. There are a lot of different adapters, like HDMI to VGA, VGA to DVI, DVI to DisplayPort, you name it. Of course, you are limited to the weakest component, it will still behave like a VGA, but the adapter will convert it to a HDMI port.

Not sure... I don't see a power or audio port, it's hard to say. Only one I can guarantee is this, the exact one I bought.

By old monitor blue cables do you mean VGA? If yes, no modern GPU that you'd actually want to use has that. But if it is an absolute must, there are HDMI to VGA adapters available. In regards to the i7, I'm going to assume your main focus is gaming, and you want the option to stream, run programs in the background etc. For that, a Ryzen 5 1600 would absolutely have you covered. Ya don't NEED an i7 until you're dealing with heavy editing, encoding, VM workloads. Out of time at the moment, but I'll get back to you later tonight with some recommendations and answers/thoughts on your other questions.

Usually I just buy Whatever is up on Amazon. I've never heard of the brand but they appear to be the flavor of the month. You might want to spend a few bucks more and get this Cable Matters model that at least comes from a recognizable brand.

those do anything except take your money. they do make HDMI to VGA adapters but they require a chip to convert the signal from digital to analog and it also raises the cost:

http://www.amazon.com/Cable-Matters-Gold-Plated-Active-Adapter/dp/B00879DM56/

if the HDMI-> VGA adapter doesnt have a little box thingy to contain the converter chip, its (probably) a piece of trash. (some of them make the chip really small and it just looks like a bulky plug)

also, you will loose a little quality due to the conversion.

There are 5 different DVI connectors.

The rx460 uses DVI-D

So to connect to rhe monitor you want youll need an adaptor

hdmi to vga
https://www.amazon.com/Cable-Matters-Active-Adapter-Micro-USB/dp/B00879DM56

DP to VGA
https://www.amazon.com/VicTsing-Gold-plated-DisplayPort-Adapter-Macbook/dp/B00K49SZTK/

display port to dvi-d
https://www.amazon.com/Cable-Matters-Gold-Plated-DisplayPort/dp/B004C9M7UG/

Or

hdmi to dvi-d
https://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-HDMI-DVI-Adapter-Cable/dp/B014I8UQJY/


Any of these would work.

There are HDMI splitters that you can use at the far end ( near the TVs ).

40ft HDMI cable $14

HDMI Booster $15

HDMI Splitter $12

HDMI Coupler $3 (three of these are needed)

HDMI to VGA adapter $16 ( you need two )

14+15+12+3+3+3+16+16 = $82. Slightly over your budget. There are cheaper alternatives to these products though.

You should be able to reuse the VGA to S-Video adapters you have.

This does not include the small lengths of HDMI from the splitter to the VGA adapters because I don't know the length, or the small length of HDMI from the PC to the booster.

https://www.amazon.com/Cable-Matters-Active-Adapter-Micro-USB/dp/B00879DM56 maybe with this

http://www.amazon.com/Cable-Matters-Gold-Plated-Active-Adapter/dp/B00879DM56/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1410872920&sr=8-2&keywords=USB+to+VGA

Why not just get a HDMI to VGA converter?

edit: https://www.amazon.com/Cable-Matters-Active-Adapter-Micro-USB/dp/B00879DM56?ie=UTF8&gclid=Cj0KEQjw1v66BRCV-6rh6s-Biu8BEiQAelpui09ObIOdEeiahn6w6_YZzluRx57xdETmRmXuXrwQ_s4aAnEB8P8HAQ&redirect=true

you need either this:

https://www.amazon.com/Cable-Matters-HDMI-Adapter-Black/dp/B00879DM56

or this:

https://www.amazon.com/UGREEN-Cable-Video-1080P-Plated/dp/B00B2HP8AW/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1519743270&sr=1-1-spons&keywords=vga+to+dvi+cable&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/Cable-Matters-Active-Adapter-Micro-USB/dp/B00879DM56/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1482096719&sr=8-3-fkmr0&keywords=active+dvi-dto+vga+adapter

So this one?

Will there be any screen tearing with that? Does this one count as a powered adaptor? It was the first thing that came up when I searched for a powered adaptor.

That won't work, as that cord does NOT convert the signal. You need this. http://www.amazon.com/Cable-Matters®-Active-Adapter-Micro-USB/dp/B00879DM56/

Try an HDMI Extractor from your laptop. Hookup the optical cable with 5.1 pass thru. Then use an HDMI to VGA adapter

Should get what you're looking for.

This one worked for me
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00879DM56?gclid=CJ-jnbC0z9ECFdcRgQods9oHAQ

Hdmi to vga adapters!

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00879DM56?cache=a6ec7bdf51b2bb0c5e4477e24bedab3f&pi=SY200_QL40&qid=1414948851&sr=8-1#ref=mp_s_a_1_1

Adapter for $8.

https://www.amazon.com/LinkS-Active-Female-Adapter-Support/dp/B00T63552A

would this do it?
http://www.amazon.com/LinkS-Active-Female-Adapter-Stereo/dp/B00T63552A

I don't have any dvi outputs left; just hdmi ones. should I buy one of these or some other brand variant of it?:
https://www.amazon.com/Rankie-Gold-Plated-Active-Adapter-Converter/dp/B00ZMV7RL2/ref=sr_1_11?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1484485014&sr=1-11&keywords=vga+to+hdmi

Here is the desktop version of your link

Rankie HDMI to VGA Adapter with... https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B00ZMV7RL2?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Rankie-Gold-Plated-Active-Adapter-Converter-Black/dp/B00ZMV7RL2/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?ie=UTF8&qid=1510607341&sr=8-1-spons&keywords=hdmi-to-vga&psc=1

https://www.amazon.de/Rankie-Adapter-Vergoldet-Konverter-Micro-USB-Ladekabel-Schwarz/dp/B00ZMV7RL2/ref=pd_sbs_147_1/260-0999135-0056017?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B00ZMV7RL2&pd_rd_r=d91da53c-9f1c-11e9-b611-dbb65504b816&pd_rd_w=Gdtx8&pd_rd_wg=h0A99&pf_rd_p=74d946ea-18de-4443-bed6-d8837f922070&pf_rd_r=E5BZ8CH6SG8VFT4N86JA&psc=1&refRID=E5BZ8CH6SG8VFT4N86JA i will be getting this then

There is hdmi to vga but they usually require power.

https://www.amazon.com/Rankie-HDMI-Adapter-3-5mm-Audio/dp/B00ZMV7RL2

Also will need to plug in a usb cord into the device and the pc to power it.

Is this what you have? Because its what you will need.

VGA to HDMI adapters exist. I think all you need is a cheap cord/adapter. just make sure it has audio output separate otherwise the audio from the hdmi is lost

This might be what you need

Buddy...

https://www.amazon.com/Rankie-Gold-Plated-Active-Adapter-Converter/dp/B00ZMV7RL2

Get this instead. This converts HDMI to VGA, and has a headphone jack on it to output sound with a separate cord. It also requires power from USB which you can plug into the USB on your PS3 for that.

https://www.amazon.com/Rankie-Gold-Plated-Active-Adapter-Converter/dp/B00ZMV7RL2/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1502103258&sr=8-3&keywords=HDMI+to+VGA+adapter

https://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-Input-Output-Adapter-Cable/dp/B014I8UQJY/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1501734291&sr=8-3&keywords=hdmi+to+dvi+adapter

Or

https://www.amazon.com/Rankie-Gold-Plated-Active-Adapter-Converter/dp/B00ZMV7RL2/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1501734325&sr=1-1&keywords=hdmi+to+vga+adapter

Take your pick.

Could I use this one?
https://www.amazon.com/Rankie-Vergoldet-Adapter-Konverter-Micro-USB-Ladekabel/dp/B00ZMV7RL2/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1502800741&sr=8-2&keywords=VGA+to+HDMI

https://www.amazon.com/Rankie-Gold-Plated-Active-Adapter-Converter/dp/B00ZMV7RL2/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1479069963&sr=8-1-spons&keywords=hdmi+to+vga&psc=1

This is the one I bought.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00ZMV7RL2/

Plug into Xbox, then get a VGA cable to go from the adapter to your PJ.

https://www.amazon.com/GANA-Gold-Plated-Converter-Monitors-Projectors/dp/B01GA1BUKQ/

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01H5BOLYC/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1523542149&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=gana+vga+to+hdmi&dpPl=1&dpID=411%2B%2Bzfc4OL&ref=plSrch

I would try one of these if I were you. Converting between analog and digital signals can be tricky, but if this works it works and it's only $10.

That’s correct. When I go direct from Xbox with an HDMI, to the adapter, to the projector, it’s fine. But when I go Xbox to receiver, then receiver to adapter/projector, no go. The adapter I have is this one.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00T63552A/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_c_api_iyjIAbFN5Z7DX

i ordered the one you linked above, this one that a guy had reviewed and talked a bit about on his own blog for a similar reason, and then ordered a replacement for the one i have now just in case it's just a faulty adapter. here's hoping at least one works.

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thanks for all your help, btw. knowing the vernacular and all that had thrown me for a loop, but i think i at least understand the basics of my problem now.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01H5BOLYC?psc=1&ref=yo_pop_mb_pd_title

That's the converter I had to buy since my AV receiver does not support 480p only 720 and up. You might have to buy this one if your tv can't support 480p.

But also your cables could be bad, I am also using a cheap Chinese vga cable for my Dreamcast but it works just fine.

You bought the wrong cable. Use a VGA to HDMI converter. HDMI male to VGA female.

Like this: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00879DM56?gclid=CJXo8_-3scsCFdgUgQods1kMuA

Yes. Correct me if im wrong but to do the external monitor I just need to plug in a vga to the monitor/laptop and plug the monitor in?
EDIT: Also would this work?
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00879DM56/ref=s9_simh_gw_p23_d0_i1?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=center-2&pf_rd_r=125N4REBJZTQTY610SMV&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=1688200382&pf_rd_i=507846

So... It didn't work. It has an HDMI output too so if I got a HDMI to VGA + audio it should work right? I'm looking at this but i'm not sure if it would work still, people are using it with laptops not DVD players, and how do you know if it needs the micro usb power without actually trying it?

Yeah, you're fine. get either adapter and go for it. If you're worried about it not working buy this one and forget about it. It's not like using an active adapter is gonna make anything worse.

My old as hell monitor only had access to a vga port. Can I just get a straight vga to hdmi or do I need something like this?

I do it. No issues. I use this:

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00879DM56

No. You will need one of these.

And because VGA does not carry audio, youll need to plug a audio system into the headphone jack or just use headphones to get sound.

I was worried about that as well since I din't have a monitor with speakers/HDMI in. So I picked this thing up and it works fantastically.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00ZMV7RL2/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Edit: Although it is just now occurring to me that this device has not amplification for sound..... So whatever volume the Switch produces is the only volume that is available.... :/

The cheap ones found on Amazon and Ebay, such as this one are for the most part great for the money. They do not do any kind of upscaling, but most modern TVs can handle 480p scaling just fine. Fortunately this also means they add no additional lag.

If you are a perfectionist though, there is an issue that may be a deal breaker. And this is my understanding of the issue, so someone correct me if I am getting this wrong. The Dreamcast VGA outputs a 640x480 image, but crams it into a 720x480 signal. Using one of these HDMI converters can result in an image that is slightly squished. It's not something that bothers me personally, as in I'm not about to pay $100+ for something to correct it, but it may drive you nuts. If your TV lets you adjust the horizontal size you can correct it, but I believe there is still a slight loss in resolution.

OP, sadly, you will need one of these: https://www.amazon.com/Cable-Matters-Active-Adapter-Micro-USB/dp/B00879DM56

It's only $12 bucks, and will fix the issue until you get a new monitor.

From the looks of it, you won't be able to use a dvi to vga adapter.

This is the one I’m using.
Rankie HDMI to VGA Adapter with 3.5mm Audio Port - Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00ZMV7RL2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_Kh1jDbY33RTV6

It actually says that the 5V is optional, but I have no video signal without it.

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Here’s the link to the VGA to HDMI Adapter.

I literally have your second "Here" (http://www.amazon.co.uk/Cable-Matters-Active-Female-Adapter-Black/dp/B00879DM56/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1414947253&sr=8-2&keywords=vga+adapter+power) and it requires the micro-usb power supply. The one you currently have will not work.

Edit: I recommend getting the vga converter WITH audio. I made that simple mistake and had to buy a WHOLE other adapter for sound.

thanks but i found and ordered the simplest fix to my problem. this adapter is HDMI to VGA so i can plug in my main to the VGA and into the HDMI port on my GPU and still beable to use my DVI port for my second monitor. i feel dumb now, lol

I had built a new water cooled pc. I hooked everything up per usual and realized my r9x 390x only had hdmi or display port out. So i ordered a converter off amazon. I grabbed hdmi to vga like an idiot. Without realizing my error it arrived and I plugged it in and booted. black screen. no beep. see i thought there was a problem with the build. the whole time it was the fact that hdmi to vga adapters do not work.

I have my PS4 going through a projector. 120" screen is amazing :-)

You need HDMI to VGA. I used something similar to this that I got off ebay...

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Cable-Matters-Active-Female-Adapter-Black/dp/B00879DM56/

... which worked fine for xbox 360 but was a pain with ps4. It wouldn't always work and then there were times it would just cut out. Not sure if it was the cheap cable or crappy old projector but it was the push I needed to upgrade mine.

I picked up the BenQ1070 and it just works flawlessly. Its an absolute bargain right now:

http://www.richersounds.com/product/projectors/benq/w1070/benq-w1070

Spare yourself the hours of pain trying to get it working through VGA and pick up a new projector :-)

No, but there is a pretty problem that’s even worse than lag. This particular extractor appears to be low quality/temperamental/mate not compatible with NES and SNES Classic. I think the device checks for and HDMI connection, and it doesn’t get the right feedback, and it shuts off. I can trick it by plugging an HMDI cord in and then letting boot up before putting the extractor in, but that’s not gonna work.

I’ve ordered this one

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00ZMV7RL2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_WOcZAbYG5BWYE

instead, based on another thread I found here.


Edit: spelling and link to referenced thread:

https://www.reddit.com/r/miniSNES/comments/78lj94/how_to_use_snes_classic_with_a_monitor/?st=JFT3HHZ9&sh=99cd00fe