Video cable adapter Axagon RVH-VGAN HDMI Type A to VGA

The Axagon RVH-VGAN is an active HDMI to VGA adapter with integrated audio output, designed to connect HDMI-equipped devices to older VGA monitors, TVs or projectors. The hardware converter delivers image output up to 1920×1200 (WUXGA) at 60 Hz without driver installation. The adapter supports HDMI v1.4b input and provides a D-Sub 15-pin VGA output and a 3.5 mm stereo jack for analog audio. A microUSB port allows optional external power when the HDMI source cannot supply sufficient power; no extra power is required when used with most desktops or laptops.

Advantages

The adapter performs one-way active conversion from HDMI to VGA, ensuring clear and sharp images through an integrated DAC. It supports multiple common resolutions including Full HD and WUXGA, offers selectable audio output formats (32 / 44.1 / 48 kHz at 16 or 24 bit), and includes HDCP 1.4 support. Its compact size and low weight make it portable for presentations and multimedia setups.

Suitable for

• Connecting a computer with HDMI output to a VGA monitor or projector
• Using HDMI sources such as set-top boxes, Xbox or PlayStation with VGA displays
• Presentations and multimedia setups where older VGA equipment is used

Key specifications

• Input: HDMI v1.4b (HDMI A male)
• Output: VGA (D-Sub 15-pin female) and 3.5 mm stereo audio jack
• Maximum supported resolution: 1920×1200 @ 60 Hz (WUXGA)
• Audio: 2-channel analog, 16/24 bit at 32 / 44.1 / 48 kHz via integrated DAC
• HDCP: 1.4 support
• Power: charges from HDMI; optional microUSB for additional power
• Dimensions: 45 × 43 × 15 mm; cable length approx. 17 cm; weight 31 g
• Operating temperature: 0–40 °C; storage: -20–85 °C
• Compatibility: hardware converter — no drivers required; works with Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, Chrome OS and similar

How to use

Connect the HDMI male plug of the RVH-VGAN to the HDMI output of your source device and attach a VGA cable from the D-Sub female connector to the VGA input of the monitor, TV or projector. If you need audio output, connect headphones or active speakers to the 3.5 mm jack. If the HDMI source cannot supply enough power (for example some media players or single-board computers), connect a microUSB cable to the adapter and a USB power source to enable stable operation. No driver installation is required.

Usage recommendations

Use a good-quality VGA cable and ensure the target display supports the chosen resolution. If the image does not appear, try connecting the microUSB power or select a lower resolution on the source device, since final output depends on both the source and the display capabilities.