Question 1

I have a laptop running ubuntu that has only hdmi output socket.  I need to connect to my projector which has only vga input.  will this work?
thanks, Dale

Accepted Answer

Dear A Shopper,

Sorry to say my only direct experience is negative.  I tried to use these adapters with the HDMI output port of some Dell desktop computers, connected to a VGA monitor.  No output.  I contacted StarTech, and their tech support told me that there is an HD copy protect protocol that has to be satisfied before the adapter will actually output any video.  Since the monitor was a simple VGA, it couldn't satisfy the protocol, so no output.

Newegg kindly refunded my purchase price.  However, the projector might work.  And in any case Newegg is very good about refunds.  For what it's worth, the Dell part number of the adapter that did work for me is Dell CN-0npt1h-25960-37g-409q-a00 or DP/Nonpt1h.  So at least there's an alternative.

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Question 2

I am trying to set up dual monitors. My laptop has HDMI, but the monitor cord needs an adapter to work. This looks correct. Am I looking at the right product?

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Yes, this should do the trick.  I have used this product  and another just like it for several years now and have never had a problem with them.

Question 3

Will this connect my laptop with a HDMI output to a projector's VGA input with plug and play capability with full sound connection?

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No, vga is video only and not sound. The audio signal will just get dropped by the adapter.

Question 4

My tv has a HDMI Connection my computer has a VGA connection .. would this device solve my issue?

Accepted Answer

Hello,

This product is intended to connect an HDMI equipped source device, such as a laptop or desktop computer, to a VGA display or projector.  The product only functions in this manner, and cannot be used to connect a VGA source device to an HDMI display.

If you are looking for an adapter that does connect a VGA source to an HDMI display, we suggest product VGA2HDU, which can also be found on Newegg.  This is a USB powered device, that also supplies audio through the attached USB cable.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.

Customer Support
StarTech

Question 5

Will this converter work with a Samsung S22C150N monitor?
Thanks

Accepted Answer

Scott B, 
You might verify that the HDMI connector will work with your computer's HDMI connector. As for the VGA adapter, I had no problem with that connection. 
I purchased this adapter to work on a HP Envy 700t workstation that can have dual monitors connected. The computer had two (2) HDMI connectors for the dual monitors, but only included and one (1) HDMI to VGA adapter, for one (1) monitor. HP did not have the adapter for sale that I could purchase for the second monitor. 
The two (2) monitors that I purchased were HP Pavillion 23xi monitors, which only have a VGA connector. I used the StarTech adapter to connect the second HDMI on the computer to the second VGA monitor and it has worked great.

Question 6

Does this device need an external power source to connect from an HDMI port on a laptop to a VGA port on a projector?

Accepted Answer

You will not require any additional power source for this adapter.

Question 7

Will this work with a Blue Ray player?

Accepted Answer

No, its for converting video from HDMI to VGA on a computer. A Blue Ray player will need some type of converter for the sound as well. The sound is transmitted from the player on the HDMI signal. You need a different converter if you want to play a Blue Ray player's signal on the VGA port of a TV.

Question 8

will it work consecutively with another hdmi monitor,off a hdmi splitter(dual screens)?

Accepted Answer

I had an old vga splitter to drive two old vga monitors with one HDMI source. If you have an HDMI output this will reliably convert to VGA. I had them over a year and use them regularly and i have had no problems. I hope his helps

Question 9

Is this compatible with HP?

Accepted Answer

Simply put. Yes. To fully answer your question tho would be to tell you that compatibility isn't really a relevant question as it is simply an adapter to use your computers HDMI video out slot to allow you to use a DVI monitor plug in it. Therefore it doesn't matter what type of monitor and computer you have (as long as they have the proper plugs). I use mine to have a second monitor hooked up to my tower and since both monitors have only DVI plugs the StarTech adaptor was a better choice monetarily wise than buying a different monitor.

Question 10

I have an old Samsung TV with a VGA port to be used for connecting to a PC as a source for video input. Can this device be used for this purpose?

Accepted Answer

yes it will place the pc screen on the tv but the reverse

Brand	StarTech.com
Model	HD2VGAE2

Type	HDMI to VGA Adapter Converter
Changer Type	HDMI Male to VGA Female
Color	Black
Specifications	Maximum Analog Resolutions: 1920 x 1080 Maximum Digital Resolutions: 1920 x 1080 Supported Resolutions: 1920x1080 (1080p) @ 60Hz Wide Screen Supported: Yes Note: This adapter will not work with Samsung Chromebooks Humidity: 40% to 85% RH Non-Condensing Operating Temperature: 0 to 60 degree C Storage Temperature: -10 to 70 degree C

Connector A	1x VGA female
Connector B	1x HDMI 19pin male
Audio	No
Cable Jakcet Type	Plastic
Connector Style	Straight

Dimensions	0.60" x 1.60" x 9.60"
Weight	1.20 oz.

StarTech.com HD2VGAE2 HDMI to VGA Adapter - 1080p - 1920 x 1080 - Black - HDMI Converter - VGA to HDMI Monitor Adapter - 1 pack

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