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Black Box VA-USBC31-VGA USB-C to VGA Adapter
Overview
The Black Box VA-USBC31-VGA is a compact adapter designed to bridge the gap between modern USB Type-C enabled devices and legacy VGA displays. This dongle is essential for deploying new laptops, tablets, or smartphones with older projectors, monitors, or video walls in conference rooms, classrooms, or digital signage setups. It ensures backward compatibility without requiring driver installation, simplifying deployment in mixed-technology environments. The VA-USBC31-VGA model specifically supports resolutions up to 1920x1200 at a 60Hz refresh rate, providing clear, stable video output for presentations and general use.
Compatibility
This adapter is compatible with any host device featuring a USB 3.1 Type-C port that supports DisplayPort Alternate Mode (DP Alt Mode). This includes a wide range of modern laptops (e.g., Dell Latitude, HP EliteBook, Lenovo ThinkPad, Apple MacBook series), tablets, and smartphones. It connects to any display, projector, or video wall controller equipped with a standard VGA input port.
Installation Notes
Plug-and-play installation requires no additional software or drivers. Simply connect the USB-C male end to your host device and the VGA female port to your display's VGA cable. Ensure your host device's USB-C port supports DP Alt Mode for video output functionality. The adapter draws minimal power directly from the USB-C port, requiring no external power source.
What's in the Box
- 1x VA-USBC31-VGA USB-C to VGA Adapter
Black Box Video Adapter Dongle - USB 3.1 Type C - VA-USBC31-VGA
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