VGA stands for Video Graphics Array. A VGA cable is a cable connector used to transfer video signals. These cables are used with computer, laptops, projectors and televisions. The video graphic cable comes in two types, male or female connector.
Check out our VGA cable guide for more information. They can also be known as VGA Plug and SVGA Plug. The cables come in different variations depending on application, lengths and colours.
VGA cables are a vital component when setting up computers to monitors, projectors and high definition television sets. On laptop computers or other small devices a mini-VGA port may be required in place of the full-sized VGA connector.
VGA cables works by carrying the electronic signals and data from one hardware device to another. The signals are normally in form of video signals. VGA cables are used to connect monitors to a personal computer, TV screens or laptops. VGA cables are designed with an HD-15 connector female or male depending on connection requirements.
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What are the key features of VGA Cable?
- VGA cables support low-level screen resolution
- Three rows of 15 pins
- Analog video display signal
- Great signal strength
- Screw locking mechanism
- Compatible with VGA adapters and extenders
What is the difference between VGA and SVGA
A video graphic array (VGA) cable carries analog signals and supports video resolutions up to and including 640 x 480. A super video graphic array (SVGA) cable carries analog signals and supports high-resolutions up to and including 800 x 600.
VGA cable variations:
- VGA to HDMI Cable
- VGA to DVI-D
- VGA to DVI or DVI-I
- VGA Male to Female
- VGA Female to Male
- USB to VGA
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