Need two S-Video Outputs for 811 - Splitter?

[Offroad]

Currently have a 12' Dayton (Parts Express) S-Video cable running from my 811 to my Sony CRT RP HD set. Just bought a DVD Recorder and would like to also run S-Video from the 811 to it.

Can some sort of Y-Splitter be used for this and if so where can I get a good one? PartsExpress doesn't list one, and the only others I can find look cheap.

The cable to the DVD recorder will be much shorter probably 1.5-3ft.

Will this work fine or do I need some sort of amplifier that splits the signal?

Thanks for all advice.

 

[JohnDoe#2]

You never want to just split a line video output.

You best bet would probably be to pass the S-Video thru the DVDR to the display.

But to answer the last question, there are video distribution amplifiers available from various venders with multiple outputs.

 

[murf]

Try ratshack but question the quality.

 

[Offroad]

You best bet would probably be to pass the S-Video thru the DVDR to the display.

Hadn't thought of that, wonder if it will pass through with the DVDR off?

Also found a converter here: http://www.partsexpress.com/pe/showdetl.cfm?&DID=7&Partnumber=180-140

If I used this I could convert a composite output to S-Video and continue to use my S-Video cable to the TV. The S-Video output on the 811 could then be run to the DVDR.

I know I'd be downgrading my output to the TV to composite but if this would work ok I'd probably do it to keep the DVDR on S-Video.

Do converters like this do what they are supposed to do without causing problems?

 

[utexex79]

does your Sony have component input? if so you could connect 811 -> Sony via that, and use svid to the dvdr... I get a better picture on my Sony RP HD with the component than with svideo.

you probably would already be using that if you have it, but just thought I'd mention it.

 

[Dick Sommers]

Offroad,

Below is quoted from the Radio Shack web page, this looks like the most straight forward approach to your connection requirements

4-Way A/V Distribution Amplifier

$44.99 Brand: RadioShack
Catalog #: 15-1172 Model: 15-1172

Great for multi-VCR dubbing setups. Connects up to four VCRs or TVs to the line-level stereo audio/video output (RCA jacks) of one VCR. Also converts composite video input to an S-video output. Provides one S-video input and four S-video outputs.

Regards

 

[KKlare]

Input selector and more $ switcher

I have the 1-in, 4-out amp and it works great. It handles 2-chan audio and composite video as well as s-video.

Before that I bought the Radio Shack 4-in, 1-out selector -- use for 501, 811, Classic DVR and Sony DVD HT or VCR. It accept either yellow or s-video and outputs both. Do not input both on the same input or it will bias itself to a bad picture.

Having bought both, I missed a chance for a RS ~$100 remotely controlled switcher for 4 or 5 inputs with 2? outputs and handling Toslink as well. Ended up buying a manual 4-way manual Toslink audio switch at $20 - $5 coupon. So I ended up spending nearly as much without the remote. Guess I would have needed the 4-way amp anyway for outputs to DVD+RW, VCRs, sound system, and TV.

There are 2-from-1 s-video splitters, use only on short runs with higher impedance loads. They run $10-$20 and should be ~$5.

 

[DougE]

Try svideo.com I just purchased an S-Video "Y" adapter (2 females to 1 male) so can use my TV's single s-video input for both my DISH and DVD player. Works fine, no signal degradation that I can notice. Far cheaper than a selector and no signal loss. I think they also will have a 2 male to 1 female configuration if that is what you need. Hope this helps, Doug