Choosing the right ViewSonic VGA/SVGA video cables (aka Video Graphics Array/Super Video Graphics Array), and knowing proper use of VGA/SVGA extension cables, is very important in today's expanding technological environment, especially in reference to video signals and high definition reception.

Use VGA extension cables to carry analog component RGBHV (red - green - blue - horizontal sync - vertical sync) video signals and data. SVGA extension cables were originally an extension of VGA extension cables; they extend resolution to 1024 X 768 8-bit pixels and well beyond.

Finding information about ViewSonic VGA/SVGA cables is quite easy online. Determining whether you need VGA extension cables or SVGA extension cable is a resolution issue for the video signals you are hooking up.

When looking for suppliers of ViewSonic VGA/SVGA video cables, you should determine:

1. What type of ViewSonic VGA/SVGA video cable is needed?

2. Which ViewSonic VGA/SVGA cable sellers offer the best price?

3. Whether you have enough technical information about ViewSonic VGA/SVGA cables to use them properly.

Action Steps
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done

How to decide which ViewSonic VGA/SVGA video cable is needed

It is important to use the correct VGA/SVGA extension cable to get the intended results.

I recommend: Using the proper ViewSonic VGA/SVGA video cable is important and it is mostly dependant upon the resolution output signal. When you buy ViewSonic VGA/SVGA cables, make sure you get the proper cable. L-com provides a great definition of the differences between VGA extension cables and SVGA extension cables, along with their proper uses. AV Forums (owned by M2N Limited) is a website where users can discuss the different uses of cables including ViewSonic VGA/SVGA video cables. Hardware Analysis provides descriptions, definitions and a forum area with discussions about proper uses of VGA extension cables and SVGA extension cables.

Locate suppliers of ViewSonic VGA/SVGA video cables

There are many ViewSonic VGA/SVGA cable sellers, with price ranges depending on the specific cable you need.

I recommend: Viewsonic VGA/SVGA cable suppliers such as NexTag have a great supply of different ViewSonic VGA/SVGA video cables. Super Warehouse also carries ViewSonic VGA/SVGA video cables. Another ViewSonic VGA/SVGA cable seller is CostCentral (a product of Erie Computer Company). CompSource also sells ViewSonic VGA/SVGA cables.

Find technical information and other info on ViewSonic VGA/SVGA cables

Knowledge about using the correct ViewSonic VGA/SVGA video cable is of utmost importance when selecting a specific cable.

I recommend: CableWholesale.com provides a complete list of different types of cables, along with details on their proper usages. Nexxia Audio Solutions provides pictures and diagrams explaining the purpose of each pin on the VGA connector.

Tips & Tactics

Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide

• •  Wrong cabling can cause video signals to become distorted and many times not even come through the cable at all, so be sure to know the technical specifications for the Viewsonic VGA/SVGA video cables you require.
• •  Properties of a cable that can affect signal quality include length, proper cable type and proper use of the video output device. When you have proper use of all the components in the loop, video output may be greatly improved.