HDMI to VGA converter
Item no. 43 18 01
Version 06/13
© Copyright 2013 by Conrad Electronic SE.
V1_0613_02-ETS-Mkde
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These operating instructions represent the technical status at the time of printing. Changes in technology and equipment reserved.
Intended use
The product has been designed to convert a digital HDMI compatible AV signal into an
analogue VGA video signal and an analogue audio signal. The converter is powered via built-in
USB cable. It is intended for indoor use only. Do not use it outdoors. Contact with moisture, e.g.
in bathrooms, must be avoided under all circumstances.
For safety and approval purposes (CE), you must not rebuild and/or modify this product. If you
use the product for purposes other than those described above, the product may be damaged.
In addition, improper use can cause hazards such as short circuiting, fire, electric shock etc.
Read the instructions carefully and keep them. Make this product available to third parties only
together with its operating instructions.
This product complies with the statutory national and European requirements. All company
names and product names are trademarks of their respective owners. All rights reserved.
HDMI is a registered trademark of HDMI Licensing L.L.C.
Delivery content
• HDMI to VGA converter
• Operating instructions
Safety instructions
Read the operating instructions carefully and especially observe the safety
information. If you do not follow the safety instructions and information
on proper handling in this manual, we assume no liability for any resulting
personal injury or damage to property. Such cases will invalidate the
warranty/guarantee.
a) Persons / Product
• When disconnecting the plugs from the sockets, never pull the plug by its cord. Always pull
by the designated gripping surfaces.
• Make sure the cables do not get crimped, bent or damaged by sharp edges.
• The device is not a toy. Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.
• Do not leave packaging material lying around carelessly. These may become dangerous
playing material for children.
• Protect the product from extreme temperatures, direct sunlight, strong jolts, high humidity,
moisture, flammable gases, vapours and solvents.
• Do not place the product under any mechanical stress.
• If it is no longer possible to operate the product safely, take it out of operation and protect it
from any accidental use. Safe operation can no longer be guaranteed if the product:
- is visibly damaged,
- is no longer working properly,
- has been stored for extended periods in poor ambient conditions or
- has been subjected to any serious transport-related stresses.
• Please handle the product carefully. Jolts, impacts or a fall even from a low height can
damage the product.
• Also observe the safety and operating instructions of any other devices which are connected
to the product.
b) Miscellaneous
• Consult an expert when in doubt about operation, safety or connection of the device.
• Maintenance, modifications and repairs are to be performed exclusively by an expert or at
a qualified shop.
• If you have questions which remain unanswered by these operating instructions, contact our
technical support service or other technical personnel.
Operation
• Make sure to switch off any device to be connected to the converter.
• Use an HDMI cable to connect the HDMI port of the converter to the HDMI output of the
playback device (e.g. Blu-ray player).
• Connect the VGA plug of the converter to the VGA port of the display device (e.g. projector,
monitor).
• Connect the 3.5 mm jack plug of the converter to the audio input (microphone connector) of
the display device.
• In order to supply the converter with power, connect the USB plug of the converter to a USB
port. The USB port must provide a minimum output power of 500 mA (e.g. USB port on the
back of a computer, USB hub with mains adapter or USB mains adapter). When connecting
to the USB port at the back of a computer, the use of an optional USB extension cord might
be necessary.
• Switch all devices connected to the converter on. The converter is ready for use.
• The POWER LED lights up once the converter is connected to the power supply. The
ACTIVE LED lights up once a video signal is being transmitted.
The display device must support the resolution of the playback device. When
feeding a 720p HDMI signal, for example, the playback device must be able to
display a resolution of 1280 x 720. If not, the image might be distorted or not be
displayed at all. In such a case you may either adjust the playback device to a lower
resolution of the HDMI signal or use a monitor/projector with higher resolution.
If the playback device features more than one HDMI output, make sure to activate
the correct HDMI output.
The converter works independently from the operating system of the computer,
making the use of software or drivers unnecessary.
The USB cable is only intended for power supply. It does not support the transfer
of data.
Maintenance and cleaning
• Before cleaning the product, switch off all connected devices and unplug any connected
cables.
• The product is maintenance-free and does not require any care except for occasional
cleaning with a soft, dry cloth.
• Never use aggressive cleaning agents or chemical solution, as such could damage the
surfaces of the housing.
Disposal
Electronic devices are recyclable waste and must not be disposed of in the household
waste. At the end of its service life, dispose of the product according to the relevant
statutory regulations.
You thus fulfil your statutory obligations and contribute to the protection of the environment.
Technical data
Operating voltage ............................. 5 V/DC via USB
Input signal ....................................... HDMI (video + audio)
Output signal .................................... VGA (video), stereo analogue (audio)
Supported resolution ....................... max. 1920 x 1080
Operating conditions ......................... 0 to +70 ºC, 0 – 90 % RH
Storage conditions ............................ 0 to +80 ºC, 0 – 90 % RH
Dimensions (W x H x D) ................... 81 x 16 x 52 mm (without cable)
Weight .............................................. 172 g
