Struggling to connect a modern laptop to an older VGA projector while still needing sound? The StarTech.com DP2VGAA DisplayPort to VGA 0.184m Active Adapter lets you link a DisplayPort source to a VGA display and adds a 3.5 mm audio output, so you can deliver clear video and audio without juggling multiple cables.
StarTech.com DisplayPort adapter
With this compact adapter you experience a tidy workspace and reliable connections. The audio and video ports sit on the same side of your laptop, eliminating awkward reach-around moments during meetings. Powered via a tiny Micro-USB cable, it stays lightweight enough to slip into any bag, ready for on-the-go presentations or home office setups.
Benefits of StarTech.com DisplayPort adapter
- Simple setup: Plug the adapter into DisplayPort, connect VGA and audio, and you’re ready to present.
- Space saving: Consolidates video and sound into one device, reducing cable clutter.
- Port replacement: Works as a backup when a laptop’s audio jack is damaged or blocked.
- Portable power: Uses a USB connection for power, so no external adapters are needed.
- Reliable performance: Active conversion ensures a stable picture up to full HD.
Key Features of a 1920 x 1200 DisplayPort adapter
- Connector type: 20 pin DisplayPort male. Provides a secure link to your laptop’s DisplayPort.
- VGA output: Female 5-pin VGA connector. Sends video to any standard VGA monitor or projector.
- Audio port: 5 pin Micro-USB Type B (power only). Supplies power for the built-in audio output.
- Maximum resolution: 1920 x 1200 pixels. Delivers crisp, high-definition images on larger screens.
- Supported video mode: 1080p. Ensures smooth playback of HD video content.
- Cable length: 0.184 m. Keeps the adapter close to the laptop for a neat appearance.
- Weight: 50.8 g. Light enough to travel with you without adding bulk.
- Dimensions: 42 mm × 67 mm × 16 mm. Fits easily into a laptop bag or pocket.
- Compliance: RoHS, CE, FCC. Meets safety and environmental standards.
- Warranty: 3-year StarTech.com warranty with free lifetime technical support. Gives peace of mind for long-term use.
Usages of a 1920 x 1200 DisplayPort adapter
This adapter is ideal for professionals who need to present slides or videos in boardrooms with VGA projectors, educators delivering lessons in classrooms, and travellers who must connect laptops to hotel TVs or conference displays while keeping audio intact. It also serves home users who want to attach a legacy monitor to a newer PC without sacrificing sound.
Specifications
| Cable |
| Cable / Right Connector Gender | Female |
| Cable / Cable Subcategory | Display |
| Cable / I/O Cable Type | DisplayPort / VGA adapter |
| Cable / Right Connector Type | 5 pin Micro-USB Type B (power only) |
| Cable / Left Connector Gender | Male |
| Cable / Left Connector Type | 20 pin DisplayPort |
| Cable / Compliant Standards | DisplayPort 1.2 |
| Miscellaneous |
| Miscellaneous / Color Category | Black |
| Miscellaneous / Color | Black |
| Miscellaneous / Compliant Standards | DisplayPort 1.2, FCC, RoHS |
| Header |
| Header / Model | DisplayPort to VGA Adapter with Audio - 1920x1200 - DP to VGA Converter for Your VGA Monitor or Display (DP2VGAA) |
| Header / Product Line | StarTech |
| Header / Packaged Quantity | 1 |
| Service & Support |
| Service & Support / Type | 3-year warranty |
| General |
| General / Weight | 1.79 oz |
| General / Type | DisplayPort / VGA adapter |
| General / Color | Black |
| General / Cable Length | 18.4 m |
| General / Features | Active adapter, 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) support |
| Dimensions & Weight (Shipping) |
| Dimensions & Weight (Shipping) / Service & Support | 3-year warranty |
| Summary Details |
| Cable length | 0.184 m |
| Maximum resolution | 1920 x 1200 pixels |
| Supported video modes | 1080p |
| Compliance certificates | RoHS |
| Certification | CE |
| Weight | 50.8 g |
| Width | 42 mm |
| Depth | 67 mm |
| Package width | 200 mm |
| Package depth | 220 mm |
| Package height | 16 mm |
