Audio Authority 9A60A
High-Definition VGA to Component Video Transcoder
Audio Authority 9A60A High-Definition VGA to Component Video Transcoder
The Audio Authority 9A60A is an improved version of the legendary model 9A60, adding a status LED along with official support for all 18 ATSC HDTV resolutions, including 1080p.
The 9A60A makes it possible to connect VGA style R/G/B/H/V video sources to High Definition Television (HDTV) monitors, even if the monitor only has Y/Pb/Pr inputs.(Some manufacturers label these connections as Y/Pr/Pb, Y Pb Pr, or Y Pr Pb).
If you have been wishing that you could connect your computer to your HDTV, the 9A60A may be for you. This gadget has the potential to turn your HDTV into a multimedia display device...the possibilities are almost endless! Just keep in mind that this device is not a format converter - it passes the sync timings and pixel content without modification. so your PC needs to have a graphics card that supports resolutions and refresh rates that your HDTV can display. If your computer's graphics drivers do not include native support for HDTV resolutions, a video utility such as PowerStrip (or DisplayConfigX Mac) can be very helpful in configuring the custom settings.
The Package
The package includes the 9A60A device, a 6-foot VGA male-to-male cable, documentation, and a universal power supply that can accept 100 to 240 Volts at either 50 or 60 Hz.
Specifications
Input: Standard RGBHV video on a HD-15 VGA connector
RGB Video Inputs: 700mV p-p
HV Sync Inputs: 5 volt TTL
Output: Y Pb Pr Component video on 3 gold-plated RCA jacks
Y Video Output: .701G + .212R + .087B
Pb Output: .500B - .384G - .116R
Pr Output: .500R - .445G - .055B
Y Sync Output: 300mV negative bi-level, 600nS horizontal, unprocessed vertical
Video Bandwidth: -3dB @ 250MHz
Dimensions: 4.55" X 3.30" X 1.25" not including mounting flanges
Included Accessories: 6-foot VGA male-to-male cable, 12 volt DC power pack
Like most Audio Authority products, the 9A60A comes with a one year limited warranty from the manufacturer. B 9A60 Factory B-Stock units come with the same warranty.
Audio Authority's Description
VGA to Component Video Transcoder
Model 9A60A
Key Features:
- Converts VGA signals to component video
- May require third party software for some applications
- Supports resolutions up to 1080p
Includes a 6-ft VGA cable and a power pack (component video patch cables not included).
The Model 9A60 allows a VGA-type RGBHV video source, such as a PC, to be connected to High Definition Television (HDTV) display with YPbPr component video inputs. With compatible sources and displays, it permits HDTV images generated by a PC or other VGA source to be viewed on an HDTV that is capable of displaying the image format being produced by the source.
If your VGA source is a computer, the 9A60 will make the necessary electrical conversion to component video, but computers do not normally use standard HDTV resolutions, so you must adjust the computer's output signal to be compatible with your TV. Third party software is required for video compatibility and image adjustment. For Windows, use PowerStrip by EnTech Taiwan; for Macintosh, use DisplayConfigX.
The 9A60 is not a scaler. It passes the horizontal and vertical synchronization timings and pixel content to the outputs without modification. For example, a 1080i RGBHV source with a 9A60 will require your HDTV monitor to accept a 1080i YPbPr component video input. Generally, 1080i, 720p and 480p sources, such as set top boxes, may be displayed on monitors designed for the desired format, using the 9A60. However, some combinations of sources and televisions may produce undesired display artifacts or fail to work at all.
As an alternative, consider purchasing the Model 1366 Scaler for these applications. The 1366 can scale a computer image to a compatible HDTV resolution, and properly adjusts for overscan.
For more information on PC to HDTV applications, download the article: The Best of Both Worlds: Viewing a PC on a TV (157K, 4 pages).
Need a replacement power supply? The 9A60A uses a 12 Volt, 1 Amp power supply. (Model 571-013).
Downloads
Product Focus Sheet: 9A60 (Coming Soon)
Comparison: Video Converters (PDF)
9A60 Installation Guide (PDF) READ BEFORE PURCHASING! "The Best of Both Worlds" Viewing an PC on a TV (Updated April 2009) (PDF, 4 pages)
Here is a closer look at the top of the 9A60A
Here is the input side of the device. The VGA-style HD-15 pin connector is on the left, and the power connection is on the right.
This picture shows the output side - notice the color-coded gold-plated RCA connectors for component video.
Here is the Product Focus sheet for the 9A60A's predecessor...the two models are very similar.
This is the User Manual in PDF format.
Here is a comparison of Audio Authority video converters in PDF format.
Why Cable Solutions?
- Cable Solutions is an Authorized Online Reseller of Audio Authority products, so our customers are ensured full warranty protection and technical support. (Audio Authority provides neither warranty nor technical support for products purchased from unauthorized resellers!)
- We stock this item locally so that it will be ready for immediate shipment, and no one works harder than we do to get your order shipped out to you fast! On business days, orders that are funded by noon will ship the same day. Orders funded on weekends or holidays will ship the next business day.
- Customer service is our first priority. We do our best to help you find the best solutions for your particular application. We're enthusiasts too, so we know what it's like to wait for cables and accessories that are needed to hook up new gear. We also know how important it is to be able to get a response when you need help, so you'll often find us working long hours in an effort to get you the answers that you need.
- If you have had enough of outsourced support or worse yet, companies that do not even publish a phone number or a functional email address, we think you will be absolutely delighted that you found our company. We know how important it is to be able to get help when you need it. That's why we have people, right here in Texas, ready to respond to your email or answer your phone call. If English is your language of choice, you will have the simple pleasure of communicating with people whose first language is English. Granted, if you call on the phone, you may detect more than a trace of a Texas accent, but that is to be expected when dealing with a family-owned business run by native Texans. We sincerely hope that you will find our heritage of courtesy, honesty, and an ethical way of doing business to be a refreshing experience.
Design excellence, high quality materials, meticulous workmanship, and superior service...put it all together and you get a superior product. Don't get stuck with bad advice, poor service, slow shipment or an inferior product. If you want the best, here it is.
Shipping/Handling
USA Customers
Our standard shipping method for this item is USPS Priority Mail, an air service that provides one to three day delivery to USA addresses. This service includes Delivery Confirmation and basic tracking information.
If you need faster delivery and better tracking, we also offer Express Mail, which provides overnight delivery to most (but not all) USA addresses.
If you need guaranteed one-business-day delivery, we also offer FedEx Standard Overnight, which provides the best delivery commitment and the best tracking information.
For items weighing less than 13 ounces and valued at under $200, we also offer First Class Mail. Transit times for this economy service are typically a day slower than Priority Mail and tracking information is minimal.
For items weighing more than 13 ounces, we offer FedEx Ground. Please click here for transit time to your area. This service offers the lowest cost for heavier items and includes full tracking information.
For all FedEx shipments totaling over $200.00, a signature will be required upon delivery. No exceptions please.
Please refer to the Shipping and payments tab to see the services that are actually available for this item, along with the calculated rates and delivery estimates.
International Customers
Our preferred international shipping method is Priority Mail Express International (EMS).
For items under $300 in value, we also offer Priority Mail International. Cost is somewhat lower, but you need to be aware that this service provides only minimal tracking information.
For a few lower value items that weigh under 4 pounds, we also offer First Class Mail International. This is an economy shipping service with no specific delivery commitment. It comes with a tracking number, but the tracking is poor, and if the package gets lost, it cannot be traced.
We insure all international shipments, but you should be aware that the insurance company requires a 45 to 60-day waiting period before a claim can be filed, and tracking information can be comforting when packages do not arrive within the expected timeframe.
Please refer to the Shipping and payments tab to see the services that are actually available for this item, along with the calculated rates and delivery estimates.
Keep in mind that these transit time estimates are from the US Postal Service. Circumstances in your country, such as delays at your local customs office, can affect the total transit time to your address.
International customers should be prepared to pay import taxes and/or duties at the time of delivery. In NAFTA member countries, customs duties should be discounted for products that are made in the USA, but taxes may still be collected. Please be advised that we declare actual contents, value and country of origin for customs and insurance purposes. No exceptions please.
Warranty
Manufacturer's Warranty Statement
Should any consumer product manufactured by Audio Authority fail due to defects in materials or workmanship within one year from the date of the original sale to the end-user, Audio Authority guarantees that we will replace the defective product at no cost. Freight charges for the replacement unit will be paid by Audio Authority (Ground service only). A copy of the invoice from an Authorized Reseller showing the item number and date of purchase (proof-of-purchase) must be submitted with the defective unit to constitute a valid in-warranty claim.
Units that fail after the warranty period has expired may be returned to the factory for repair at a nominal charge, if not damaged beyond the point of repair. All freight charges for out-of-warranty returns for repair are the responsibility of the customer. Units returned for repair must have a Return Authorization Number assigned by the factory.
This is a limited warranty and is not applicable for products which, in our opinion, have been damaged (including lightning, water, fire, etc.), altered, abused, misused, or improperly installed. Audio Authority makes no other warranties either expressed or implied, including limitation warranties as to merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. Additionally, there are no allowances or credits available for service work or installation performed in the field by the end user.
Warranty Assistance
USA Customers
Audio Authority typically does a very fine job of handling warranty issues, but if you prefer to deal with Cable Solutions, we will be pleased to handle the matter for you.
International Customers
Please notice that most of our electronic equipment carries a USA warranty, so all international warranty issues must be handled by Cable Solutions. This means that you must return the item to Cable Solutions for all warranty repair or replacement issues. You will be responsible for all shipping/handling expenses.
All Customers
Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) is required for all returns handled by Cable Solutions. Please contact us for authorization and instructions.
Return Policy
Defective Merchandise
Defective merchandise will be repaired or replaced as described above.
Non-defective Merchandise
All non-defective returns are subject to restocking fees. Here are some examples of the fees:
Un-opened merchandise
All un-opened returns are subject to a 10% (minimum) restocking fee.
Opened merchandise
B-Stock or "open box" electronic devices - 15% (minimum)
New electronic devices - 20% (minimum)
Manufactured cables that are packaged in a reusable container - 15% (minimum)
Manufactured cables that are packaged in a non-reusable container - 20% (minimum)
Shipping/handling fees are not refundable and you will be responsible for all shipping/handling expenses related to the return. In the case of items with "free shipping", customary shipping/handling fees will be added to your restocking fees.
In order to qualify for the rates shown above, we must receive your return within the first 14 days following the day you receive your order. In cases where the item is returned incomplete, or in less than perfect condition, we will evaluate the restocking fees on a case by case basis.
Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) is required for all returns. Please contact us for authorization and instructions.
