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

Peter VanDerWal peter at vanderwal.us
Thu Jul 3 08:51:46 UTC 2008


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>> Thanks to those who suggested the split on the component out.  I'll
>> have to look around for the appropriate cables and splitters.
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> 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.
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> It isn't going to hurt anything, you'll just get poorer quality video.
>

All I use is a splitter.  I wanted a distribution amp, but couldn't
justify the high cost.
The splitter works fine.  I use high quality cables (40+ feet after the
splitter to a ceiling mounted projector) and both my displays look great. 
If there is any degradation of the signal, I can't detect it.
However, I only run 720P.  The native resolution on my projector is less
than that so I didn't see any sense in going higher.  Especially since I
don't have any HD content yet.



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