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VGA Shield V2.0 Expansion Board For Raspberry Pi 3
This VGA expansion board adds a VGA output to your Raspberry Pi via the GPIO header, while leaving the HDMI connector free for a second display or other use....
This VGA expansion board adds a VGA output to your Raspberry Pi via the GPIO header, while leaving the HDMI connector free for a second display or other use. Compatible with Raspberry Pi 3B, 2B, B+, and A+.
Setup requires a simple configuration change — just add a few lines to your Pi's config.txt file to enable the DPI display output at your preferred resolution.
Key Features
- VGA Output via GPIO – Adds analogue VGA without using the HDMI port
- HDMI Still Accessible – Use both outputs simultaneously
- Multiple Resolutions – Supports 1080p@60Hz, 1366×768@60Hz, and more
- Simple Setup – Just a few lines added to config.txt
Setup
enable_dpi_lcd=1
display_default_lcd=1
# For 1080p @ 60Hz:
dpi_group=2
dpi_mode=82
# For 1366x768 @ 60Hz:
dpi_group=2
dpi_mode=86
Ideal For
- Connecting a Raspberry Pi to older VGA monitors
- Dual-display setups (VGA + HDMI)
- Classroom and lab environments with VGA projectors
Package Contents
- 1× VGA Shield V2.0 Expansion Board
Jargon buster
Plain-language definitions for the technical terms used above.
- GPIO
- General-purpose input/output pins are microcontroller pins you can set in software to read signals, switch devices on and off, or connect to peripherals. The number of GPIO pins matters because it limits how many buttons, LEDs, sensors, and other parts you can wire directly to the board.
- HDMI
- HDMI is a common digital video and audio connection used by computers, media players, and many displays. If a display kit has HDMI input, it is usually much easier to test with a single-board computer because it can act like a normal monitor.
- Shield
- An add-on board that plugs into a main controller board to give it extra features such as sensing, motor control or communication. Knowing a product supports shields helps you judge whether it can connect neatly into an existing maker-board setup.
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