[SOLVED] HDMI to VGA adaptors not working - Why?

[massop]

Hi guys,

I have recently purchased a GPD Pocket 3 with the built in KVM module for work. This device works really well as a KVM but I have an issue.

The KVM display in is HDMI only, so to connect to computers & servers that only have VGA ports I need to convert it.

I have purchased the below cables/converters for this task but it does not work at all.

HDMI to VGA cable
https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07ZF8WFZN?ref=ppx_pop_dt_b_product_details&th=1

HDMI to VGA adaptor (USB powered)
https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0936TMHRB?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_dt_b_product_details

HDMI to VGA adaptor (Unpowered)
https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B01E8DD6J6?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_dt_b_product_details

I have tested this on a known good working computer & server which will put video out to VGA using a normal VGA cable (to a lcd tv with VGA port). I also used all the converters on the same TV as well as another tv with a HDMI port to eliminate issues with the GPD device, I get no video on all 3 devices so this is definitely and issue with the cables/converters.

Any idea what I can do to resolve this or find something that will actually work?

Let me know.

Thanks

 

[jojesa]

Those are HDMI to VGA adapters to connect a computer with HDMI to a monitor or projector with VGA.

You need a VGA to HDMI adapter, that allows to connect a computer or server with VGA to a monitor or KVM module with HDMI

Something like this adapter:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00IDFGK1W

 

[massop]

Cant be that simple can it? I basically got the wrong direction? Haha

I have ordered the specified converter and it should arrive tomorrow. I will let you know how it goes.

Thanks

 

[kanewolf]

Cant be that simple can it? I basically got the wrong direction? Haha

I have ordered the specified converter and it should arrive tomorrow. I will let you know how it goes.

Thanks

It can be that simple. Converters like those are "one way". They don't work backwards.

 

[hang-the-9]

Cant be that simple can it? I basically got the wrong direction? Haha

I have ordered the specified converter and it should arrive tomorrow. I will let you know how it goes.

Thanks

Don't feel too bad, I have people I work with in IT that do the same thing when talking about video adapters.

 

[massop]

Converter turned up and it works perfect (so long as you plug in USB power).

So that's the easiest open & shut case ever.

Thanks for your help, hopefully this thread will show on google search so the next person who tries to solve this finds it easy.