[mythtv-users] Questions about Hauppauge HD-PVR (1212)

Alen Edwards allen.edwards at oldpaloalto.com
Thu Jul 3 14:42:18 UTC 2008



Richard Woelk wrote:
>   
>> Thanks to those who suggested the split on the component out.  I'll
>> have to look around for the appropriate cables and splitters.
>>
>>   
>>     
> I wouldn't use simple RCA splitters on video, it would be better to use 
> a distribution amp. Video is a bit like RF in that the cables need to be 
> impedance matched and terminated properly. TVs and other devices usually 
> have terminators inside.
> If you use a passive cable splitter, then the output device sees two 
> terminators in parallel, which puts more load on it.
>
> It isn't going to hurt anything, you'll just get poorer quality video.
>
> - Richard

I use one of these:
http://www.amazon.com/AV-400SV-Prograde-Distribution-Amplifier/dp/B0009QZPO6/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1215095462&sr=1-2
Works OK.

If  you are going to use a passive split, keep the leads as short as 
possible.

Allen
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