2025-01-07T20:59:46+03:00[Europe/Moscow] en true What is the proper connector name for the Video Graphics Array (VGA) cable?, What color are DB-15 connectors?, True or False: VGA transmits an analog signal, When does a VGA signal begin to degrade?, How many pins are in a DB-15 connector?, How many pins are in an HDMI connector?, True or False: HDMI transmits an analog signal, When does an HDMI signal begin to degrade?, What is the primary difference between DisplayPort and HDMI signals?, Define and describe DVI, What is DVI-A?, What is DVI-D?, What is DVI-I?, What is the biggest drawback of DVI?, What is the difference between single and dual link DVI?, What are the data transfer rates of single link and dual link DVI? flashcards
CompTIA A+ Core 1: Video Cables

CompTIA A+ Core 1: Video Cables

  • What is the proper connector name for the Video Graphics Array (VGA) cable?
    DB-15
  • What color are DB-15 connectors?
    They should be blue
  • True or False: VGA transmits an analog signal
    True
  • When does a VGA signal begin to degrade?
    5-10m
  • How many pins are in a DB-15 connector?
    15
  • How many pins are in an HDMI connector?
    19
  • True or False: HDMI transmits an analog signal
    False - HDMI is fully digital
  • When does an HDMI signal begin to degrade?
    ~20m
  • What is the primary difference between DisplayPort and HDMI signals?
    DisplayPort transmits information in packets much like ethernet and PCIe
  • Define and describe DVI
    Digital Visual Interface, is an older video standard with many variants for specific purposes
  • What is DVI-A?
    DVI for analog signals
  • What is DVI-D?
    DVI for digital signals
  • What is DVI-I?
    DVI-Integrated, can carry both digital and analog signals
  • What is the biggest drawback of DVI?
    It cannot carry audio
  • What is the difference between single and dual link DVI?
    Dual link carries twice as much information
  • What are the data transfer rates of single link and dual link DVI?
    3.7Gbps and 7.4Gbps respectively