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PS3 + Computer through DVI
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jPeLLet
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1. November 2009 @ 18:33 |
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I am trying to figure out a way to connect my PS3 and my computer to my monitor through DVI. I have DVI coming from my computer and DVI coming from the PS3. I think the only way possible is to get a switch box, but I would rather just have a single cable. Any ideas how I can do this?
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2. November 2009 @ 03:39 |
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If your monitor has both DVI and VGA inputs, you can convert the computer's DVI into VGA...no switch boxes or special cables needed.
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jPeLLet
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2. November 2009 @ 09:34 |
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My monitor has one VGA and one DVI, the problem is I'm already using the VGA for my xbox and the DVI for my computer.
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2. November 2009 @ 12:25 |
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The only way I can think of is a switch box. What is it about the switch box that has you turned off from it? The price?
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jPeLLet
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2. November 2009 @ 12:48 |
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No, I'm not worried about the price at all, I would just rather have a cable then a box, you know? Just less space taken up. If a box is my only option then I'll go with it since I expected I'd have to use one anyway. Thanks guys.
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3. November 2009 @ 06:16 |
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If price is not a concern, you could always buy a monitor with all three inputs (DVI, VGA, HDMI).
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jPeLLet
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3. November 2009 @ 10:52 |
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Any suggestions for the monitor?
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KajNrig
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3. November 2009 @ 22:14 |
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Do you want VGA, DVI, and HDMI?
http://www.newegg.com/Product/ProductLis...pe=&srchInDesc=
Or VGA, DVI, and DVI?
http://www.newegg.com/Product/ProductLis...pe=&srchInDesc=
I'd go with the former (VGA, DVI, and HDMI). They're roughly $100 cheaper, and they already have max resolutions of 1920x1080. Perfect for HD gaming. (Though, to be honest, on screens that small, there's pretty much no difference between 720p and 1080p.)
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Also, even if you don't have an HDMI cable, getting one would only set you back a Hamilton ($10) or so. Don't be fooled by the overpriced Monster garbage. You'd just have to make sure the cable is version 1.3.
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3. November 2009 @ 23:54 |
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jPeLLet
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4. November 2009 @ 00:15 |
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Hmm...those are nice monitors, but I'm kind of looking for a cheaper alternative than that since I am happy with the monitor that I have. I looked around today and found this: http://tinyurl.com/ylhz8d6 which I think would do the job that I want, but I'm not completely sure.
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KajNrig
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4. November 2009 @ 02:04 |
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SEEMS like it would suit your purposes. I'm surprised it doesn't come with a DVI output cable integrated. That'd be using three cables to connect two sources to one monitor. Hardly efficient.
That said, if you're content to go with that, then I'd suggest maybe taking a look at reviews for that unit. Check out the seller's rep, etc. etc. I'm always slightly skeptical of eBay.
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5. November 2009 @ 03:29 |
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Originally posted by jPeLLet:
Hmm...those are nice monitors, but I'm kind of looking for a cheaper alternative than that since I am happy with the monitor that I have. I looked around today and found this: http://tinyurl.com/ylhz8d6 which I think would do the job that I want, but I'm not completely sure.
I know the cheaper DVI and HDMI switch boxes are often full of serious problems. IMHO, you would be better off with a manual VGA switch box...you can get a decent one for $10, and since there is nothing there but a multi-throw rotary switch, there is almost nothing that can go wrong (they do wear out, but only after years of hard use). Just make sure to get one of the ones with a rotary switch...the ones with buttons or remotes are usualy just as bad as the DVI & HDMI boxes.
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jPeLLet
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5. November 2009 @ 10:55 |
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But if I get a VGA switch box, I'll need to get multiple DVI to VGA converters. This also leaves me with some options:
1) Keep the output as VGA (don't convert it back to DVI), but then I'll have 2 inputs for VGA and 1 for DVI.
2) Convert back to DVI from the switch, but won't I lose some video quality from all these conversions?
I know I'm just being a pain at this point, but I'm just looking for the efficient, relatively cheap alternative. From what I've seen DVI switches cost basically the same amount as a new monitor. VGA switches seems to be a lot cheaper, but I'm worried about all the conversions screwing up some video quality.
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KajNrig
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5. November 2009 @ 14:45 |
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From what I remember, the quality loss isn't significant enough to really impact what you see. Unless you've got microscopes for eyes.
The multiple conversions would be a bit of a pain, though, but figure this:
Switch your computer output to VGA and keep your PS3 hooked up via DVI. Buy the VGA switchbox, and use it with your Xbox (360?) and PC. Even if you have to buy a VGA cord for your computer, it'd probably cost much less than buying one of the good-quality DVI boxes.
Or is DVI the only output for your PC?
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jPeLLet
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5. November 2009 @ 15:06 |
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My graphics card has 2 DVI outputs. I like that approach though. My biggest worry is losing video quality, but if there isn't a big issue when converting from DVI to VGA, then I might just do that for my pc and use the DVI slot just for my ps3.
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5. November 2009 @ 23:56 |
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Wihtout a side-by-side compairison with identical screens and identical settings, it is very hard to tell the difference betweeen DVI and a good quality VGA. Even seen side-by-side, the difference is not always noticable, and there is no blurryness. You would not be switching back to DVI after the switch box, as once the video is VGA it cannot go back to DVI without a very expensive converter.
It is also notable that VGA is affected by cable quality a lot more than DVI or HDMI. Gold plated ends are a plus, but what you are realy looking for is a thick cable...this means the wires inside are better shielded and thicker, making them less resistant to flow and more resistant to damage. Back when VGA was the standard, Nippon Labs was my savior. I still have several very nice VGA cables from them laying around.
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jPeLLet
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6. November 2009 @ 00:17 |
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I was looking around on newegg and found this adapter, which should do the job nicely: http://bit.ly/4EsJHe and I think I have a VGA cable lying around my house somewhere from an old computer, but I don't know if it's "high quality" enough to use for this purpose. Any suggestions on a VGA switch box? I've found this one on newegg, but it looks like a piece of junk: http://bit.ly/23WHtQ
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KajNrig
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6. November 2009 @ 02:29 |
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Well, it certainly doesn't have the LOOKS to match your Xbox (and maybe PC), but judging by the reviews, it seems to do its job perfectly.
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6. November 2009 @ 04:30 |
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The adapter you found is the type i was talking about. If you have any PC-building friends, they probably already have a few of these lying around (most graphics cards come with 2 of them).
the switch box you found on newegg should serve you well...but you might want to get some black spraypaint...I don't know who would want something the color of dried urine.
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jPeLLet
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6. November 2009 @ 09:39 |
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Is resolution an issue when using that switch box? My monitor's max res is 1680x1050. The only reason I ask is while researching for a DVI switch, I noticed some have restrictions on the resolutions.
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