Reddit mentions of Rankie 1080P Active HDTV HDMI to VGA Adapter (Male to Female) Converter with Audio for PC, Monitor, Projector, HDTV, Xbox and More

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.

" dana·August 13, 2017
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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.

Buddy...

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

This is the one I bought.

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.

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

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.... :/

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.

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

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.

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/

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!

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.

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.

Something like this

https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B00ZMV7RL2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_eqGozb55J9C4A

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

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

Good example here: Link

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

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 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/B00ZMV7RL2/

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

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...

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.

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 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

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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?

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

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.

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

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

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?

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.

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.

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

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

Here is the desktop version of your link

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

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.

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

This simple adapter should work. If it works for connecting a VGA projector to an HDMI output device, it will work for any GPU with an HDMI port too.

I think you misunderstood Sayakai. The first adapter likely only changes the pinout (so that the cables fit together), so if there is a digital signal going in, there is a digital signal coming out. That wouldn't work with your monitor. The second adapter will only work with a certain type of DVI which has 4 additional pins for an analogue video signal. So you could use a connector that takes that analogue signal and re-route it to match the VGA cable.

So in other words:

If you want to display a digital video signal (pretty much any except VGA) on an analogue monitor (VGA) you have to convert the signal. If your future GPU offers the DVI type mentioned by Sayakai (with the additional analogue signal on the 4 extra pins), you can buy such a simple adapter. Otherwise you'll need an adapter that will convert the signal from digital to analogue.
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tl;dr:

For plugging your current monitor into HDMI, click on the link at the top of the post

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

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

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

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| Total (before mail-in rebates) | $888.12
| Mail-in rebates | -$25.00
| Total | $863.12
| Generated by PCPartPicker 2019-02-12 22:39 EST-0500 |

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

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?

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.