Contrary to what continuum says (he's usually spot on, though), it's quite normal for a HDMI to VGA adapter to be fairly warm. Ballpark figure for a HDMI to VGA decoder is around 200 mA at 5 volts.

I've used this HDMI to VGA adapter with good results. ... Max of usually 1080p output over component. Technically not RGBHV though, since sync on component is on the green signal.

His method utilized a modified HDMI-to-VGA adapter. From the looks of it, apps like music for Google Play, Pandora, and Music All Access seem to able to be streamed through this device.

The inbuilt advanced Certified AG6200 IC chip ensures additional stability for the Tizum HDMI to VGA adapter. This keeps its transmission of HDMI input to VGA output free from issues.

These range from simple HDMI-to-VGA for less than 10 bucks, ... In other words, don’t buy a converter that maxes out at 1080p if your GPU (Graphics Processing Unit) ...

You can use it to mirror the MacBook’s screen to a 1080p display, as well as for the USB adapter features of the standalone USB-C to USB Adapter. It supports USB 3.1 Gen 1.