The AITech VGA-to-HDMI digital converter receives the TopTenREVIEWS Bronze Award in our review of VGA to HDMI converters. This device surpasses the majority of the competition because it is capable of precisely converting and synchronizing the video and audio output of a computer's analog signal to a digital HDMI compatible format. The AlTech converter retains the integrity and clarity of the original source file during the transformation process. However, this outstanding application lacks the scaling functionality or our higher-rated digital converters. For a complete discussion of the AlTech VGA-to-HDMI converter's full features, please continue reading below.
Founded in 1987, AITech International Corporation's worldwide headquarters are in Sunnyvale, California. This progressive organization has offices located around the globe. The corporation prides itself in being an industry leader in the development and delivery of computer-to-television converting technologies. The company's product line encompasses both wired and wireless VGA to HDMI converter solutions. The AITech product is a forefront digital VGA converter appliance for the company.
Users of the VGA converter report that the device is easy to set up and use because plug-and-play functionality speeds the installation process. AITech VGA-to-HDMI is a hardware-based digital converter. This feature renders the computer's operating system unimportant because the device is both software and operating-system independent. This means that the VGA to HDMI converter works equally well with Windows, Mac OS, Linux and other computer systems. The only requirement for it to function properly is that the source computer or other compatible device must have a standard high-definition VGA connection. Once in place, the VGA converter improves the display quality on the HDTV by using a high definition HDMI interface.
This VGA to HDMI device is not limited to just personal computers or laptops. The digital HDMI converter has support for YPbPr signals as well. YPbPr is a designation for analog video signals that contain three inputs or outputs. Slide and video projectors often implement this standard. This innovation in VGA to HDMI conversion means that the VGA converter allows users to display slides and presentations directly onto the HDTV. In addition to support for slide and video projectors, the VGA converter can also connect to iPods, iPhones, DVD players, eReaders and other portable devices and gadgets. The VGA to HDMI digital converter frees users from the confines of an analog VGA computer monitor. This AITech VGA-to-HDMI digital converter accurately displays websites, games, YouTube videos and more on today's large screen high definition televisions
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Regrettably, omitted from the AITech VGA-to-HDMI digital converter is a scaling capability. If the user's video source is not at a true high-definition resolution, the VGA converter will not function properly.
The VGA to HDMI device accurately transforms analog video signals and their associated audio sources to a digital HDMI format. Although the VGA converter lacks a scaling functionality, when the analog source is high-definition, the converter retains the quality and clarity of the original source file. The VGA converter precisely and accurately synchronizes sound to the displayed video without gaps, pauses or other interruptions in the output video and audio.
The converter comes bundled with a variety of needed accessories. Included with the VGA to HDMI appliance is an instructional manual, a VGA / YPbPr cable, and a universal AC power adapter. However, lacking from this otherwise outstanding VGA converter product is a complementary HDMI cable. This omission means that the converter will not function out of the box. The user must obtain an HDMI cable in order for the device to function. Many other digital HDMI converters available on the market come with a complementary HDMI cable.
AITech International Corporation maintains a comprehensive website for the VGA to HDMI appliance. Users seeking advanced technical support can find the manufacturer's email address, street address and telephone number on the corporate website. Users who have required assistance from AITech International Corporation report that the company is quick to respond to inquiries and requests for assistance.
The website hosts a vast self-help area that includes troubleshooting tips and an FAQs area. The manufacturer also hosts a downloadable manuals section and a comprehensive glossary of audio and video terms.
AITech International Corporation covers this converter with a standard 1-year limited warranty. If a converter is defective, the manufacturer replaces or repairs the product with no additional costs to the customer.
The AITech VGA-to-HDMI digital converter can accurately transform analog video signals and accompanying audio sources to an HDMI compatible format. All converted signals retain the original high quality and integrity of the source file. This product lacks a scaling functionality. Unless the source file is high-definition, the output of the HDMI digital converter will not function properly. For users who require a scaling capability, they may want evaluate other converter devices available on the market. However, despite this limitation, the AlTech VGA-to-HDMI converter is an outstanding and noteworthy converter.
