I have a cable box that has a dvi output for outputting hdtv signals for an hdtv. I dont have an hdtv but I was wondering if I could use the dvi output to connect to a vga monitor that I have. I was wondering if this kind of signal conversion is possible. I don't want to spend the money on an expensive transcoder, but if there is a cheap adapter I can buy I would be interested. -Rob
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Possible to Convert DVI to VGA?
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yea...the adapter that comes with videocards that have only DVI ports should work..
something like this:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16814999201
something like this:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16814999201
Converts LCD/ DVI port into VGA port
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maybe you can buy it at a local store. if it works, good. if it does not, then return it
STB's with DVI output have been HDCP enabled for a few years now. Unless you're using a HDCP enabled video card + monitor + recent MS Vista beta you'll get nothing but a black screen.RobDMB said:I have a cable box that has a dvi output for outputting hdtv signals for an hdtv. I dont have an hdtv but I was wondering if I could use the dvi output to connect to a vga monitor that I have. I was wondering if this kind of signal conversion is possible. I don't want to spend the money on an expensive transcoder, but if there is a cheap adapter I can buy I would be interested. -Rob
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actually then all he needs is a HDCP enabled monitor because he wants to hook up the box directly to the monitor without the computer right?
But, right now he has a non HDTV TV. Thus it probably does not have HDCP. so..he does not need a HDCP enabled monitor...if it works with a regular tv
But, right now he has a non HDTV TV. Thus it probably does not have HDCP. so..he does not need a HDCP enabled monitor...if it works with a regular tv
My understanding of HDCP (which is very limited, so bear with me) is that it follows the signal.. It will not output a HD signal to any device that's not HDCP-enabled. There are provisions within the HDCP spec to output a reduced resolution signal to non-HDCP-enabled devices. So while he might get a signal to his monitor, it will not be HD.
If any/all of that is wrong someone please chime in.
If any/all of that is wrong someone please chime in.
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Well...right now..RobMB has his box hooked up to a non-HD tv. if the tv is non-hd, i assume it does not support HDCP. However, he still is able to watch it. So..it would also work with the monitor!Frank DC said:My understanding of HDCP (which is very limited, so bear with me) is that it follows the signal.. It will not output a HD signal to any device that's not HDCP-enabled. There are provisions within the HDCP spec to output a reduced resolution signal to non-HDCP-enabled devices. So while he might get a signal to his monitor, it will not be HD.
If any/all of that is wrong someone please chime in.
Actually, what do you have your cable box hooked up to right now?