Dual HDMI Adaptor

theboyrob

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I have an LCD tv which has a single HDMI port which I currently plug my PS3 into.

My graphics card (2600 Pro) has a DVI->HDMI adaptor.

Firstly, what benefit would I see in using the HDMI adaptor over a standard VGA cable? (Currently using a res of 1360x768)

Secondly, can you buy 2 hdmi sockets into one plug adaptot. so I could use my PS3 and PC seperatly but without having to change the lead over all the time.

Thanks
 
You would notice the difference over an analogue connection vs a digital connection.

I think what you're looking for is a switch box, i had this problem using DVI and managed to get a switch box for that off a well known auction site. The only problem you may have with switch boxes plus HDMI is if it supports sound routing too.

Does this look about right for your needs?

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that looks ideal.

I am only wanting to route video through the hdmi cable as I have a coax from the pc and an optical from the ps3 to my surround setup.

Dare I ask how much one of those boxes would be? :)

Does the box auto switch also?

Cheers!
 
You're looking at between 20-30 quid from the first google search i just did, maybe this is a bit more the scale you're looking for:

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The images location may help you find where i'm looking ;)

Edit: Most come with remotes, not ideal but better than my DVI switch box... i have a remote for everything but i still have to get up to push a button to change inputs!
 
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thanks for the help guys

i have bought a cheapo one from a popular auction site for £8, it doesn't have a remote but for the money I will give it a go :)
 
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