How to Hook Up HDMI Cables to VGA
Using HDMI cables allows you to transfer audio and video signals through one cable, which reduces the amount of wires you have to use with your equipment. You can learn how to hook up HDMI cables to VGA in a few short steps, and only takes a few minutes to complete.
Supplies
- HDMI-to-VGA converter
- VGA cables
- Connect one end of the HDMI cable to the HDMI port on the HDMI to VGA converter box. Connect the VGA cables to the VGA port on the box. These ports are normally located on the back of the box and should be clearly labeled “VGA.”
- Connect the other end of the HDMI cable to the HDMI port on the device that you are connecting. The port should be on the back of the device and should be clearly labeled.
- Connect the other end of the VGA cables to the VGA port on the device that you are hooking up. This port should be on the back of the device you are hooking up. If you do not find it on the back, look in the front. The port should be labeled “VGA” so it should not be hard to find.
- Plug in the power supply that goes to the HDM converter box, and then plug it into a wall outlet. You may need to turn the device off and then back on that you are connecting to. For example, if you were trying to connect a computer monitor, you would need to reboot the computer after you connect the cables so it will recognize the HDMI cables.