View Full Version : HDMI switcher for two outputs?


davethomasowns
06-04-09, 05:44 PM
Hello!

I thought I had a simple problem here but I can't seem to find an answer. I have a desktop PC and I want to be able to hook it up to multiple monitors. A 24" LCD and my 50" plasma. I don't need both to be on at the same time or anything. I just want to be able to hit a button, have my desktop on my monitor. Or hit the button to switch the image to my TV. Is this possible?

I have a Terk HDMI switcher that takes three inputs and switches to 1 output. I tried to reverse it and it wouldn't work.

Looking for the cheapest solution, and something I can pick up at a store if possible. Thanks for any tips!
Shane

crutschow
06-04-09, 07:12 PM
1X2 HDMI switches are not common but here's a manual one that should work for you http://sewelldirect.com/2x1-or-1x2-HDMI-Bi-Directional-Switch-with-HDCP-Passthrough_specs.asp?source=froogle&utm_source=Froogle&utm_medium=cse. This unit is actually bidirectional and can be used as a 1X2 or a 2X1 switch.

davethomasowns
06-09-09, 05:27 PM
Thanks!

Ordered one and it arrived yesterday. Works perfect for what I needed.