[Roy Dennis]

Originally Posted by GwenButler

I really would like get rid of the RadioShack® 1-IN / 4-OUT output having less reliance on auxiliary devices (potential troubleshooting, etc.), if possible.

Any recommendation you may have would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks again,
Gwen

Seeing as the new computers dont have S-Video out you dont really need that particular video converter, there are cheaper ones such as the MINI HDMI2AV as seen here:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2016-Mini-...-/152074416104

I have personnaly got one of these so dont be put off cause its cheep.

You need a short HDMI lead into it purchased seperately plus the usb power cord that that comes with it.
I only use the single video out from it I take my audio out from my computer headphone out or usb soundcard.

This does require you to go into the sound playback settings first and disable the audio from the HDMI, this does not affect the video signal. If you dont do that then the sound will be diverted though the converter.

I find with this providing Im only going to 2 external monitors I can just use 1 to 2 splitter. if you want more then you would need a powered splitter.

I made a video demo the setup here: https://youtu.be/zmjWM9BnCz0