The StarTech HDMI+VGA to HDMI Converter Switch Auto Priorityfrom StarTech HDMI+VGA to HDMI Converter Switch Auto Prioritylets you connect an HDMI and a VGA audio/video source to the same HDMI display or projector, allowing you to automatically or manually switch between which source to display. Automatic switching encourages on-the-fly collaboration among students or co-workers, by making it easy to share your projector between multiple source devices.

The multi-input A/V switch supports video resolutions up to 1920 x 1200/1080p, and includes mounting hardware for a tidy installation. The A/V switch features built-in VGA conversion, enabling you to connect an HDMI and a VGA video source to the same HDMI display without the use of additional adapters or scalers.

With two different auto-switching modes, the VS221VGA2HD ensures hassle-free operation. Automatic switching detects and selects a newly connected device, whereas priority selection lets you choose which port should be activated by default for automatic switching.

• Automatically switch between your set-top box or computer in a home theatre environment
• Share a classroom or conference room projector with VGA and HDMI video sources
• Connect and switch between VGA and HDMI video sources on a test bench, for troubleshooting computers
• Switch between VGA and HDMI video sources on your digital signage display in hospitals, shopping centers, or schools

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Should't the overview say it goes from the laptop to the projector? Why would you watch the output of a projector on your laptop?

A: I have alerted the Webteam to this statement and it should be corrected soon. Thank you for pointing this out.

Q: 2. Will this allow the 3.5mm audio input to be used when the HDMI input is selected?

A: The 3.5mm connection is for VGA audio only. The HDMI is embedded audio only.

Q: 3. What image parameters can the user adjust? e.g. Horizontal or vertical size, or horizontal of vertical phase?

A: You can adjust the Horizontal and Vertical Mirror, Horizontal and Vertical Shift, Phase, Under/Over Scan and Aspect Ratio with this converter.

Q: 4. Is there a limit for input cable length? I need to plug in a 25' cable as an input. A previous switch I tried could not accommodate this. Apparently there was too much signal loss.

A: This device does not have a cable length limit. Your results will vary depending on what brand cable you are using and if you use any signal boosting/extending equipment with it. For instance, You mentioned that you attempted to plug a 25ft HDMI cable into a device and it resulted in signal loss but It might work if you attempt to use a different cable such as one made by Kramer or Comprehensive. Another solution may be adding a signal booster like the StarTech HDBOOST4K HDMI 4K Signal Booster (114.8'). There are other solutions as well such as extending over cat-6 cable, fiber, or BNC cables which all perform much better over long distances. Ultimately the solution to your problem lies in how the signal is sent to the switcher not in the switcher itself.

Q: 5. Will this support HDMI in at 1080i59.84?

A: Yes it should. This supports up to 1920 x 1080 at 60 Hz.

Q: 6. Will this convert a vga a video signal to an hdmi signal to be used as an input source on an atem switcher? Similar to what the datavideo dac 70 can do

A: It will not, this is just a basic converter. The DAC-70 is an Up/Down/Cross Converter that also does frame rates.https://bhpho.to/2eCSriQ

Q: 7. Is the VGA port set to the Full RGB Standard (0-255) or to Reduced RGB (16-235)?

A: This product meets the full current VESA RGB standard. If your products or systems were produced prior to 1980 , a different standard was used. this device is used by thousands of our customers successfully in a wide variety of broadcast and commercial applications. If you should find that, after testing, this device is not suitable, please return it to B&H for a full refund.a href= http://www.vesa.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/VESA_DSC-ETP200.pdf target= _blank http://www.vesa.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/VESA_DSC-ETP200.pdf/aB&H Easy 30-Day Return Policy:If you are dissatisfied with your purchase for any reason, you may return it to B&H within 30 days of the purchase date, subject to the conditions and exclusions below.a href= https://www.bhphotovideo.com/find/HelpCenter/ReturnExchange.jsp target= _blank https://www.bhphotovideo.com/find/HelpCenter/ReturnExchange.jsp/a

Q: 8. Can I use this device to connect a VGA output from a laptop into a HDMI to input into a video Switcher?

A: No. You'll likely need male VGA to HDMI. This unit is female VGA to HDMI.

Q: 9. audio?

A: No it does not support audio.

Q: 10. Does this converter support 740X400 70Hz input resolution?

A: Input resolutions are defined as up to 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) and 1080p60. No low end input is defined, only the max.