Hoster on Ruggedized Laptop (s-video output) to Multiple Display Units
 

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I have given up on the task of finding a large screen monitor with the s-video configuration needed to display Hoster graphics from my Ruggedized Laptop Computer (having an s-video cable as output). I now have an AV switcher that supports connection needs for the ONE LED TV I am using to replace my old monitor.<o:p></o:p>
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Can someone please suggest to me a reasonable solution for outputting to multiple display units to present the Hoster graphics coming from my laptop having s-video cable output?<o:p></o:p>
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As always, any and all help greatly appreciated. <o:p></o:p>
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Hope you are having a fabulous Labor Day Weekend!!! :g

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Re: Hoster on Ruggedized Laptop (s-video output) to Multiple Display Units
 

You can get a s-video to RCA video adapter plug or lead to go from your laptop out. Most TV have a RCA video in if not you can usually find a scart adapter to fit the TV with RCA video out connection.

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Dennis,
Thanks for the prompt reply. Do you have a specific part you can recommend? I have been on the Internet for days trying to find something. The RCA AV Switcher w/S-Video I recently purchased has only one OUT1 port (4 input ports). I am using the single OUT1 for my "primary" display. I need something that supports at least 2 output ports.

Not sure what a scart adapter is. As you can tell, this is WAY outside of my league! :? (smh)

Thanks,
Gwen

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I would think somthing like this to convert your s-video out to RCA:
http://www.cabling4less.co.uk/catego...Go.x=17&Go.y=8/

Then into this

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/1-4-Video-...item53e8eca714

Re: Hoster on Ruggedized Laptop (s-video output) to Multiple Display Units
 

I just noticed that previuose video splitter was for 12v supply, this one would probably be better :
http://www.ebay.com/itm/1-4-Out-3-RC...0549%26ps%3D54

If you are only connecting 2 external sources you would probably get away with a Y splitter cable like this.

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000MMFI26/...SIN=B000MMFI26

Or if the TV has a Scart connector you can use one of these and still use your s-video lead to connect or RCA:
http://www.lindy.co.uk/scart-adapter...dio/35570.html

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Roy,
Thanks a ton for helping me out with this information. (Once again!) I do try my best to figure out problems I encounter whenever I have an issue, you can’t imagine how comforting it is to know that I am not alone when it looks as though there is no way I am going to be able to resolve my various problems. <?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urnhttp://forum.mtu.com/ /><o:p></o:p><...P><SPAN style=This forum is a great "stress eliminator" and helps me to feel as though there "ain't no mountain high enough to keep me from being successful" when it comes to my Karaoke "challenges".</SPAN>
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Many thanks for all the support. :)

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Best wishes,<o:p></o:p>
The Karaoke Queen

Re: Hoster on Ruggedized Laptop (s-video output) to Multiple Display Units
 

Radio Shack...
Male S-Video to Female RCA
http://www.radioshack.com/product/in...ductId=2486497

Female S-Video to Male RCA
http://www.radioshack.com/product/in...ductId=2486496

$6.00

Re: Hoster on Ruggedized Laptop (s-video output) to Multiple Display Units
 

kfortner51,
Thanks for your reply. I appreciate you taking time out to provide me with additional information!

Best wishes,
The Karaoke Queen

Re: Hoster on Ruggedized Laptop (s-video output) to Multiple Display Units
 

Gwen, please forgive me for implying you didn't read the manual, but this data does seem relevant to your question. :)

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STEP 3: Connecting Everything Together

1.If your dual-display card or computer video output ONLY has S-Video, you need an S-Video to VHS converter. MTU sells these if you need one. If you have non-standard needs, we recommend www.svideo.com.

2.Make sure you have the correct input selected on your TV (Display #2). Set it to Svideo if using an S-Video cable or AV if using a composite cable. If you need an S-Video cable (4-pin or 7-pin cable), www.S-Video.com is an excellent supplier of both types at various lengths. They also have an instructional video on setting up your external Display #2.

3.If you are using a VGA to S-Video adaptor/converter, make sure the unit is working correctly before doing anything else. Until you have proven an S-Video converter works, ASSUME it doesn't!

4.Your Display #2 will show your Windows Desktop wallpaper or background color. If not, the set-up is not done right. Solve this problem before you run Hoster to use Display #2.

5.Make sure your Display #2 is cabled to your computer or S-Video converter, and TURNED ON before Windows starts up or Display #2 is disabled.

6.Make sure that in Hoster's Tools menu Show Display Intermission Tab, that Always on is checked.

7.You can double-click Hoster's Show Display in Display #1 to jump it over to Display #2 at full screen. You can also click-n-drag the Show Display if it is a window (not full screen) with the mouse anywhere in the window to drag it off Display #1 to the right and drop it onto Display #2. You will see the Show Display window move onto Display #2 the farther you move it. Once the window is on Display #2, double click it to make it go full screen.

8.Note: If the Show Display ever disappears, click Hoster's Options dialog Reset Displays button and it will reappear."

Re: Hoster on Ruggedized Laptop (s-video output) to Multiple Display Units
 

Thanks!