Importer520 Gold Plated HDMI Female to DVI-D Male Video Adapter
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Product Specifications
- Easily convert your HDMI port to DVI
- Use with HDTV, Plasma TV, LCD TV, DVD, Satellite boxes
- Simple installation
- Gold-plated contacts for best signal quality
Dual-Link Adapter for higher quality resolution
Product Description
Item Package Quantity:1 | Color:Black Importer520 Gold Plated HDMI Female to DVI-D Male Video Adapter
Product Reviews
Be careful selecting the “DVI” side of the connector.
Be very careful when choosing an adapter like this one: your needs will dictate which is the correct adapter for you. The safest bet is to look at the device you are trying to connect and count the number of pins.3x8 + big pin = DVI-D, a dual-channel DVI connector for high , meant to send high resolution digital video3x6 + big pin (missing 2x2 in middle) DVI-D single-channel connector. Also digital video, but lower maximum resolution.3x8 + big pin with 4 pins around it = DVI-I Supports digital and analog video (assuming you use a VGA connector on the other side)3x10 + big pin = M1-DA, usually used on projectors to input high resolution video. Usually used with HDMI or DVI on the computer sideA few PC makers use a similar looking connector to output two different video signals; these require a manufacturer-specific Y-splitter cable.If you are trying to connect the DVI output on your computer to a regular TV with an HDMI input then use this model connector with a regular HDMI cable. And if your PC’s video card supports it, (and you install the HD audio driver) you can also use this connector to send audio through the DVI port and into the HDMI cable to your TV, eliminating the need for a separate audio cable. I use this method to hook my GeForce GTX video card (DVI) to my HDMI TV.
Raspberry Pi to Dell
I purchased this adapter in order to connect the HDMI-only outputs from a Raspberry Pi B+ and a Raspberry Pi 2B to a DVI/VGA equipped Dell 1908FP. It arrived in a small padded envelope. One pin was slightly bent and had to be straightened in order to connect the monitor. Using this adapter with the RasPi I was only able to get native VGA resolution, because the HDMI “read” of the monitor appears defeated. In order to achieve maximum resolution I had to manually adjust the HDMI output settings in /boot/config.txt. This appears to be a common problem with older monitors and the RasPi in particular, so not a difficult solution. The details can be found here:http://weblogs.asp.net/bleroy/getting-your-raspberry-pi-to-output-the-right-resolutionThe adapter does not appear to function with my other monitor, a Viewsonic VA930M. The monitor powers on, flashes briefly and then turns off completely.For my purposes it functions as necessary for the arrangement I have available, but buyer should beware. It may not function with all configurations.
This is working flawlessly as expected and I would recommend. It is also very reasonably priced making this …
This is a review of the Importer520 Gold Plated Female to DVI – D Male Video Adapter.Summary – This is an adapter that interconnects DVI D Male to HDMI female. This will work in either direction. So you can connect an HDMI to DVI or vice versa. I have this plugged into a USB to DVI video converter adapter and have an HDMI cable connecting my adapter to my monitor. This is working flawlessly as expected and I would recommend. It is also very reasonably priced making this an easy decision.NotesThese adapters will not transfer any audio and only transfers video signals.If your adapter has pins above and below the flat blade, then it will handle analog and or both analog-digital pending the remainder of pin setup.Here is a quick easy to read way of knowing the various DVI types.DVI – I This DVI type can use digital and analog within the same adapter.DVI – D This DVI type is limited to digital signals.DVI – A This DVI type is limited to analog signals.All three of these can be single or dual link.Single Link – Can support resolutions up to 1920 x 1200 at 60hz.Dual Link – These adapters contain additional pins which allow resolutions up to 2560 x 1600 at 60hz.ProsSolid adapter that works well.This uses gold plated contacts for excellent signal transfer.This has slots in the thumb screws if you wish to snug up your connections and ensure they do not become loose.Connections are firm and snug.ConsOne star was removed as I ordered this particular adapter as I liked the design with gold hardware – screws and this is not what I received. The photo should reflect the adapter being shipped. The listing even had two types shown in the listing and none of these matched the one received.
Took forever to get here, but it’s so worth it!
I couldn’t be happier to be writing this review right now. For some stupid reason, I bought a monitor that didn’t have an HDMI connection, even though my macbook only has an HDMI output (and not a VGA output…. VGA, really?). I’ve been through multiple adapters, none of which have worked. I’m so grateful for the Importer520 Gold Plated HDMI Female to DVI-D Male Video Adapter. Now I can finally use my beautiful monitor that doesn’t have a VGA output. The nice thing is that the screws that hold the adapter to the monitor are really easy to turn. In previous attempts, I’ve found that the other adapters were basically impossible to connect because of the fact that you couldn’t use a screwdriver on the screws. You had to do it with your hands, but that would only work if you were 2-3 years old but had the strength of a professional wrestler. This is the only adapter you need to go HDMI to DVI. Thank you Importer520!
Has video and audio
Other reviews say it does not have audio, so I was surprised when audio came out a tv I intended as monitor. In windows 10 the sound output device is “speakers 2 high definition audio device”. In linux the sound output device is “HDMI 2”. Picture quality depends which cable I use. For example, a cheap HDMI cable I have works perfectly with my Roku, but shows distorted picture with anything else. A better HDMI cable I have works with any device.Many video cards with DVI are video only, so don’t expect sound if you plug into a video card. My DVI is on the motherboard, with video and audio directly from AMD APU. Also your DVI must be type D or I. Type A is analog only. Also you need to check resolution, that your card can handle the resolution of monitor or tv.This adapter allows my PC to have dual monitors, both with digital quality video and audio.
Simple. Works.
It works. Needed one of these to hook my Chromecast to an older monitor (for video streaming purposes only…not audio of course).
Waste of money
Plugged it in, the computer recognized the monitor brand and type but no picture on the monitor. It is receiving brand and monitor type info from the monitor.
DVI is not VGA - don’t order these if you need VGA…
The search results lumped these in with HDMI to VGA adapters, which is what I needed. While that’s my fault, it still serves as a lesson that you have to pay attention to the…
Poor quality materials, stopped working within a week
It worked briefly, for about a week, before it stopped. It looks like it’s of a pretty poor quality, and not just the material, but also the functionality.
Five Stars
Works great on XBOX connection to computer LED screen.
Cheap, not what’s in the picture, barely works intermittently
Came later than stated and although they apologized, that does nothing for my order. Arrived finally and I immediately noticed the cheap quality.
Super great.
Did not work and is not returnable, so… Super great.
and functional - what you would like to expect
Solid, and functional - what you would like to expect.
Not working for me..
Doesn’t appear to work. Signal doesn’t go through.Direct DVI connection to the monitor works so..
Four Stars
works great
Didn’t work for me
comments powered by DisqusI bought this in order to plug my PS4 to a computer monitor. It didn’t work. I tried a few different monitors and different HDMI cables. it didn’t work on any of them.
