> Hello,
> I purchased HDTV with VGA input entry and decided to have option to
> connect it to my PC.
> I bought VGA splitter and connect it to my PC.
> This is a simple draw what I did:
> http://www.geocities.com/zalekbloom/pictures/vga_connect.jpg
>
> Here is what happend:
> after I connected VGA splitter to PC and a PC monitor to a splitter -
> picture on PC monitor was OK.
> The moment I connected a second cable to a splitter (the one that goes
> to HDTV, nr 2 on the picture) - the picture on a PC monitor became
> very blurry. I made few tests - the picture on the PC monitor became
> blurry even when the connected cable was not connected to the HDTV.
> When PC is connected to a monitor through the splitter - picture on
> the monitor is OK.
> My question - why and how to solve this problem?

><ZalekBl***@hotmail.com> wrote ...
>> Hello,
>> I purchased HDTV with VGA input entry and decided to have option to
>> connect it to my PC.
>> I bought VGA splitter and connect it to my PC.
>> This is a simple draw what I did:
>> http://www.geocities.com/zalekbloom/pictures/vga_connect.jpg
>>
>> Here is what happend:
>> after I connected VGA splitter to PC and a PC monitor to a splitter -
>> picture on PC monitor was OK.
>> The moment I connected a second cable to a splitter (the one that goes
>> to HDTV, nr 2 on the picture) - the picture on a PC monitor became
>> very blurry. I made few tests - the picture on the PC monitor became
>> blurry even when the connected cable was not connected to the HDTV.
>> When PC is connected to a monitor through the splitter - picture on
>> the monitor is OK.
>> My question - why and how to solve this problem?
>
>Since you said nothing about what this "VGA splitter" is,
>it is difficult to offer any definite advice.  If you want to
>actually explain what it is, we can likely help you.
>
>If this "VGA splitter" is merely a Y-cable with three
>connectors, throw it away and get a proper powered
>distibution amplifier.  If your "VGA splitter" is already
>a powered distribution amplifier, then you need a
>better one.

><ZalekBl***@hotmail.com> wrote ...
>> My VGA splitter is a simple Y-cable - this is the one I purcheased:
>> http://www.cablesdirect.com/prodimages/CC320Y_LR.jpg
>
>That gadget is a rip-off (IMHO) and is unsuitable for any
>but the most non-critical application. Some people think
>they shoud be illegal to sell. For the very reason you have
>discovered first-hand.  What you are seeing is completely
>predictable from trying to use such a gadget. Hopefully you
>can return it for a refund.
>
>You cannot "split" video like you can do with audio or RF.
>Video must have a single 75-ohm load at the destination end.
>That kind of "Y-cable" puts TWO 75-ohm loads at the (multiple)
>ends, for a total of 37.5 ohms. That cuts your video in half
>all by itself, without also addressing the problem of multiple
>loads at different distances which is another source of your
>"blurry" video performance (multiple reflections from improper
>loading).
>
>> This is the full project:
>> http://www.geocities.com/zalekbloom/pictures/tv-connection.JPG
>
>You  can try cheaping it out with "Y-cable splitters"
>and inexpensive selector switches, I would likely try
>it myself. But don't be surprised to find significantly
>degraded video quality unless you use better-quality
>equipment in the video path.  High-resolution video
>from computers is very much higher bandwidth than
>simple TV video and requires more serious ($$$)
>solutions to maintain the desired quality, particulary
>when viewing it on a big screen.
>
>> This is tha cable I am using in my project:
>> http://www.cablesdirect.com/prodimages/CC388A1-10_LR.jpg
>
>That cable may be suitable, given a proper source.
>What happens if you plug that cable directly into
>your computer?  If it looks good there, then your
>problem is the splitter and not the cable.
>
>> Can suggest a VGA amplifier?
>
>Many people sell VGA amplifiers for a wide variety of
>prices. Radio Shack may even have them for all I know.
>Here are a couple (watch out for line-wrap)...
>
>http://www.partsexpress.com/pe/pshowdetl.cfm?&Partnumber=183-670&CFID=42050&CFTOKEN=11613969
>
>http://www.markertek.com/SearchProduct.asp?item=TV1%2DVGA201P&off=0&sort=prod
>
>Markertek has a whole bunch of them. The one above is just
>the first one in the list (and the cheapest).  I would bet that
>it would solve your problem.
>
>There are many currently up for bid (or BuyItNow) on eBay.
>For example: eBay# 220068126159  Even one of those
>things at $12.45 is infinitely better than your "Y-cable".
>I might just buy one or two of those myself, They seem
>reasonable to me.
>
>> How I should connect it?
>
>They all have 1 input and two or more outputs. You can
>figure out how to hook them up just by looking at them.
>You would plug the output from your computer into the
>input of the VGA amplifier, and then each of the amplifier
>outputs to the corresponding destination.
>
>You may also find a "matrix switch" that would route your
>various inputs to your various outputs and will take care of
>the distribution amplification problem all in one box. But
>likely not cheap except maybe on eBay.
>

>On Sat, 6 Jan 2007 09:57:39 -0800, "Richard Crowley"
><rcrow***@xpr7t.net> wrote:
>
>><ZalekBl***@hotmail.com> wrote ...
>>> Hello,
>>> I purchased HDTV with VGA input entry and decided to have option to
>>> connect it to my PC.
>>> I bought VGA splitter and connect it to my PC.
>>> This is a simple draw what I did:
>>> http://www.geocities.com/zalekbloom/pictures/vga_connect.jpg
>>>
>>> Here is what happend:
>>> after I connected VGA splitter to PC and a PC monitor to a splitter -
>>> picture on PC monitor was OK.
>>> The moment I connected a second cable to a splitter (the one that goes
>>> to HDTV, nr 2 on the picture) - the picture on a PC monitor became
>>> very blurry. I made few tests - the picture on the PC monitor became
>>> blurry even when the connected cable was not connected to the HDTV.
>>> When PC is connected to a monitor through the splitter - picture on
>>> the monitor is OK.
>>> My question - why and how to solve this problem?
>>
>>Since you said nothing about what this "VGA splitter" is,
>>it is difficult to offer any definite advice.  If you want to
>>actually explain what it is, we can likely help you.
>>
>>If this "VGA splitter" is merely a Y-cable with three
>>connectors, throw it away and get a proper powered
>>distibution amplifier.  If your "VGA splitter" is already
>>a powered distribution amplifier, then you need a
>>better one.
>
>My VGA splitter is a simple Y-cable - this is the one I purcheased:
>
>http://www.cablesdirect.com/prodimages/CC320Y_LR.jpg
>
>>
>>You simply cannot "split" a video signal with a passive
>>cable. Not if you wish to retain any quality, at least.
>>Also, the larger the screen, the more you can see any
>>problems with the video signal, so the more critical to
>>use quality devices/cable, etc. in the complete path.
>>
>>In the absense of the critical info, here are some general
>>suggestions...
>>Use better quality cable(s).
>>Keep the cable(s) as short as possible.
>
>Well - the distance between PC and the HDTV is not small - about 30
>feet. As matter of fact my project is more complicated - I need to
>connect 2 PCs to HDTV, but first I want to solve the "blurryeness"
>problem.
>This is the full project:
>http://www.geocities.com/zalekbloom/pictures/tv-connection.JPG
>
>>The longer the cable, the more critical it is good quality.
>>Avoid any "splices"/"adapters", etc.
>>Use better quality distribution amplifier.
>
>This is tha cable I am using in my project:
>http://www.cablesdirect.com/prodimages/CC388A1-10_LR.jpg
>It says about the cable:
>" 35ft Premium Tri-Shield VGA HD15 & 3.5mm Stereo Male to Male Combo
>Cable, Connects any VGA video with audio to any computer, switch or
>splitter with HD15/3.5mm stereo female ports. This premium combo cable
>eliminates clutter and improves cable management. Supports all VGA
>monitors including analog flat panel display, high resolution desktop,
>CAD and graphic workstations. It has color-coded connectors for
>error-free hook-up, triple shielding for maximum graphics performance,
>prevents signal loss, screen ghosting & loss of color and works up to
>200ft without a signal booster. Pin #9 is removed for universal VGA
>compatibility. This cable have matched impedance, PVC jacket, molded
>ends with thumbscrews and inner hood soldered 360 degrees to the
>connector for complete end to end shielding. Note: The stereo audio
>cable is 15inch on both ends. (Connectors: HD15/3.5mm Male to Male;
>Length: 35ft)".
>
>Can suggest a VGA amplifier? How I should connect it?
>
>Thanks,
>
>Zalek

> <ZalekBl***@hotmail.com> wrote ...
>> Hello,
>> I purchased HDTV with VGA input entry and decided to have option to
>> connect it to my PC.
>> I bought VGA splitter and connect it to my PC.
>> This is a simple draw what I did:
>> http://www.geocities.com/zalekbloom/pictures/vga_connect.jpg
>>
>> Here is what happend:
>> after I connected VGA splitter to PC and a PC monitor to a splitter -
>> picture on PC monitor was OK.
>> The moment I connected a second cable to a splitter (the one that goes
>> to HDTV, nr 2 on the picture) - the picture on a PC monitor became
>> very blurry. I made few tests - the picture on the PC monitor became
>> blurry even when the connected cable was not connected to the HDTV.
>> When PC is connected to a monitor through the splitter - picture on
>> the monitor is OK.
>> My question - why and how to solve this problem?
>
> Since you said nothing about what this "VGA splitter" is,
> it is difficult to offer any definite advice.  If you want to
> actually explain what it is, we can likely help you.
>
> If this "VGA splitter" is merely a Y-cable with three
> connectors, throw it away and get a proper powered
> distibution amplifier.  If your "VGA splitter" is already
> a powered distribution amplifier, then you need a
> better one.
>
> You simply cannot "split" a video signal with a passive
> cable. Not if you wish to retain any quality, at least.
> Also, the larger the screen, the more you can see any
> problems with the video signal, so the more critical to
> use quality devices/cable, etc. in the complete path.
>
> In the absense of the critical info, here are some general
> suggestions...
> Use better quality cable(s).
> Keep the cable(s) as short as possible.
> The longer the cable, the more critical it is good quality.
> Avoid any "splices"/"adapters", etc.
> Use better quality distribution amplifier.
>

><ZalekBl***@hotmail.com> wrote ...
>> Hello,
>> I purchased HDTV with VGA input entry and decided to have option to
>> connect it to my PC.
>> I bought VGA splitter and connect it to my PC.
>> This is a simple draw what I did:
>> http://www.geocities.com/zalekbloom/pictures/vga_connect.jpg
>>
>> Here is what happend:
>> after I connected VGA splitter to PC and a PC monitor to a splitter -
>> picture on PC monitor was OK.
>> The moment I connected a second cable to a splitter (the one that goes
>> to HDTV, nr 2 on the picture) - the picture on a PC monitor became
>> very blurry. I made few tests - the picture on the PC monitor became
>> blurry even when the connected cable was not connected to the HDTV.
>> When PC is connected to a monitor through the splitter - picture on
>> the monitor is OK.
>> My question - why and how to solve this problem?
>
>Since you said nothing about what this "VGA splitter" is,
>it is difficult to offer any definite advice.  If you want to
>actually explain what it is, we can likely help you.
>
>If this "VGA splitter" is merely a Y-cable with three
>connectors, throw it away and get a proper powered
>distibution amplifier.  If your "VGA splitter" is already
>a powered distribution amplifier, then you need a
>better one.
>
>You simply cannot "split" a video signal with a passive
>cable. Not if you wish to retain any quality, at least.
>Also, the larger the screen, the more you can see any
>problems with the video signal, so the more critical to
>use quality devices/cable, etc. in the complete path.
>
>In the absense of the critical info, here are some general
>suggestions...
>Use better quality cable(s).
>Keep the cable(s) as short as possible.
>The longer the cable, the more critical it is good quality.
>Avoid any "splices"/"adapters", etc.
>Use better quality distribution amplifier.

> On Sat, 6 Jan 2007 09:57:39 -0800, "Richard Crowley"
> <rcrow***@xpr7t.net> wrote:
>
>> <ZalekBl***@hotmail.com> wrote ...
>>> Hello,
>>> I purchased HDTV with VGA input entry and decided to have option to
>>> connect it to my PC.
>>> I bought VGA splitter and connect it to my PC.
>>> This is a simple draw what I did:
>>> http://www.geocities.com/zalekbloom/pictures/vga_connect.jpg
>>>
>>> Here is what happend:
>>> after I connected VGA splitter to PC and a PC monitor to a splitter -
>>> picture on PC monitor was OK.
>>> The moment I connected a second cable to a splitter (the one that goes
>>> to HDTV, nr 2 on the picture) - the picture on a PC monitor became
>>> very blurry. I made few tests - the picture on the PC monitor became
>>> blurry even when the connected cable was not connected to the HDTV.
>>> When PC is connected to a monitor through the splitter - picture on
>>> the monitor is OK.
>>> My question - why and how to solve this problem?
>>
>> Since you said nothing about what this "VGA splitter" is,
>> it is difficult to offer any definite advice.  If you want to
>> actually explain what it is, we can likely help you.
>>
>> If this "VGA splitter" is merely a Y-cable with three
>> connectors, throw it away and get a proper powered
>> distibution amplifier.  If your "VGA splitter" is already
>> a powered distribution amplifier, then you need a
>> better one.
>>
>> You simply cannot "split" a video signal with a passive
>> cable. Not if you wish to retain any quality, at least.
>> Also, the larger the screen, the more you can see any
>> problems with the video signal, so the more critical to
>> use quality devices/cable, etc. in the complete path.
>>
>> In the absense of the critical info, here are some general
>> suggestions...
>> Use better quality cable(s).
>> Keep the cable(s) as short as possible.
>> The longer the cable, the more critical it is good quality.
>> Avoid any "splices"/"adapters", etc.
>> Use better quality distribution amplifier.
>
> Well - I tried to do it cheap (I paid $40 for 2 splitters incl
> shipping) and as usually I am going to pay more...
>
> I purchased electronic 2 port video splitter PCI PC1400 400MHz and
> used it instead of my Y - cable. When I connect the VGA output to TV -
> the monitor picture still gets blurry, although not as bad as with the
> Y cable. But I notice another strange thing - while picture on the PC
> monitor look normal, the picture on the HDTV looks normal only in DOS
> screen or Win in a stretched mode, here are pictures I took:
>
> while in DOS regular mode:
> http://www.geocities.com/bloomzalek/pictures/HDTV_DOS_regular.jpg
>
> while in DOS i stretched mode
> http://www.geocities.com/bloomzalek/pictures/HDTV_DOS_stretched.jpg
>
> while in Win regular mode:
> http://www.geocities.com/bloomzalek/pictures/HDTV_Win_regular.jpg
>
> while in Win i stretched mode
> http://www.geocities.com/bloomzalek/pictures/HDTV_Win_stretched.jpg
>
> Any ideas why picture in Win regular mode is showed this way on HDTV,
> while on a PC monitor it looks normal?
>
> Thanks,
>
> Zalek

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> Hello,
> I purchased HDTV with VGA input entry and decided to have option to
> connect it to my PC.
> I bought VGA splitter and connect it to my PC.
> This is a simple draw what I did:
> http://www.geocities.com/zalekbloom/pictures/vga_connect.jpg
>
> Here is what happend:
> after I connected VGA splitter to PC and a PC monitor to a splitter -
> picture on PC monitor was OK.
> The moment I connected a second cable to a splitter (the one that goes
> to HDTV, nr 2 on the picture) - the picture on a PC monitor became
> very blurry. I made few tests - the picture on the PC monitor became
> blurry even when the connected cable was not connected to the HDTV.
> When PC is connected to a monitor through the splitter - picture on
> the monitor is OK.
> My question - why and how to solve this problem?
>
> Thanks,
>
> Zalek
>

>Hello,
>I purchased HDTV with VGA input entry and decided to have option to
>connect it to my PC.
>I bought VGA splitter and connect it to my PC.
>This is a simple draw what I did:
>http://www.geocities.com/zalekbloom/pictures/vga_connect.jpg
>
>Here is what happend:
>after I connected VGA splitter to PC and a PC monitor to a splitter -
>picture on PC monitor was OK.
>The moment I connected a second cable to a splitter (the one that goes
>to HDTV, nr 2 on the picture) - the picture on a PC monitor became
>very blurry. I made few tests - the picture on the PC monitor became
>blurry even when the connected cable was not connected to the HDTV.
>When PC is connected to a monitor through the splitter - picture on
>the monitor is OK.
>My question - why and how to solve this problem?