[mythtv-users] Nvidia GeForce 6200 DVI + component at same time?

Mitch Gore mitchell.gore at gmail.com
Fri Aug 29 15:02:23 UTC 2008


On Fri, Aug 29, 2008 at 9:59 AM, Marc Christensen <comments at mecworks.com> wrote:
> I just ordered a PNY VCG62256AEB GeForce 6200 256MB 64-bit GDDR2 AGP
> 4X/8X video card from Newegg.  I'm currently using a 6200 however, it
> does not have component out support and this one does.
>
> I have a projector that takes HDMI in and a small 17" widescreen display
> that takes component in (no HDMI or DVI).  I would like to use the DVI
> in the same way I'm using it now, feeding the HDMI-in on the projector @
> 720p and then I'd like to use the component out of the new card as a
> clone, also at 720p, feeding the widescreen display.  I really don't
> want to use the projector for watching daily programs and would much
> rather use the smaller display.
>
> I am hoping this is possible however, I have heard that the output that
> you are currently using must be set as the primary display to avoid
> tearing thus making only one display usable at a time.  Is this correct?
> or can I have both displays on at the same time with good results?  If
> it is necessary, is there a way to switch primary displays when using
> one display or the other easily?
>
> What is the best setup/configuration for this?
>
> --
> Marc Christensen
> http://blog.mecworks.com
> _______________________________________________

I used to have a 6200 connected to dual monitors with no problem.  One
VGA and one Component.  Not sure if the other monitor being DVI will
make a difference.

Mitchell


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