D-Sub Connectors
VGA and DVI-A
Video Graphics Array (VGA) is an analog computer display standard
(D)igital (V)ideo (I)nterface A - High-Res Analog
DVI-D Digital
(D)igital (V)ideo (I)nterface D - True Digital Video
DVI-D and DFP
Digital Flat Panel (DFP) is a video connector for flat panel displays
DVI-I
(D)igital (V)ideo (I)nterface I - Integrated
- capable of transmitting either a digital-to-digital signal or an analog-to-analog signal.
Illustrated DVI Connector Diagrams
HDMI
HDMI stands for high definition multimedia interface and is a method for connecting a source device such as a set-top box or DVD player to a display device using a single cable. HDMI connectors are now appearing on some computers, typically on new video cards and video capture devices.
HDMI is a connector format that carries the same video signal as DVI, but instead of using the remaining pins for an optional video signal, pins are used to carry seven digital audio channels. Because all HDMI devices are HDCP compliant, the HDMI advantage is overshadowed by anti-copy technology that cripples video equipment with HDMI connectors. Consumers should understand the dirty tricks being imposed by Intel, the MPAA, and manufacturers pushing for HDMI dominance.
