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Ray Benny

Monitor switching between P3 SVGA output and second output from main computer

I'm looking to switch my second monitor between two output sources. First is the P3, second is the cable from my main logging computer that I run DX Atlas from, My primary monitor is used for my logging program only.

I do have some old manual switch boxes that switch data (DB9 connector) and another that switches the old parallel printer cables (Centronics). I can look on eBay to see if there are such mechanical switches for SVGA cables, but is there a better or easier way?

Tnx & 73,

Ray,
N6VR

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Jim Brown-10

Re: Monitor switching between P3 SVGA output and second output from main computer

On Thu,7/2/2015 11:20 PM, Ray Benny wrote:
> but is there a better or easier way?

Many newer monitors have multiple inputs -- Costco has been selling a
23-in Samsung that is nominally 14VDC but runs fine on 12VDC, draws less
than 1A. It has one SVGA input and two HDMI inputs. I paid $170 plus
tax. If your computer has no HDMI out, you can probably find an SVGA to
HDMI converter.

73, Jim K9YC
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Mike K2MK

Re: Monitor switching between P3 SVGA output and second output from main computer

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Hi Ray,

It sounds like your primary monitor has dual inputs and your secondary monitor only has an SVGA input. You could consider switching monitor positions. If this is not acceptable due to monitor size or quality then an SVGA cable AB box should work perfectly. Consider using Amazon rather than eBay since Amazon will take it back if it doesn't work for you.

http://www.amazon.com/C2G-Cables-03364-2-Port-Manual/dp/B0000AQR8F/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1435925432&sr=8-2&keywords=svga+switch+box

73,
Mike K2MK

Ray Benny wrote

I'm looking to switch my second monitor between two output sources. First is the P3, second is the cable from my main logging computer that I run DX Atlas from, My primary monitor is used for my logging program only.

I do have some old manual switch boxes that switch data (DB9 connector) and another that switches the old parallel printer cables (Centronics). I can look on eBay to see if there are such mechanical switches for SVGA cables, but is there a better or easier way?

Tnx & 73,

Ray,
N6VR

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Raymond Sills

Re: Monitor switching between P3 SVGA output and second output from main computer

And... those switch boxes are often available at hamfests. Also, they
make fine housings for various ham projects for those who like to
homebrew. ;)

73 de Ray
K2ULR

On Jul 3, 2015, at 8:13 AM, Mike K2MK wrote:

> Hi Ray,
>
> It sounds like your primary monitor has dual inputs and your secondary
> monitor only has an SVGA input. You could consider switching monitor
> positions. If this is not acceptable due to monitor size or quality
> then an
> SVGA cable AB box should work perfectly. Consider using Amazon
> rather than
> eBay since Amazon will take it back if it doesn't work for you.
>
> http://www.amazon.com/C2G-Cables-03364-2-Port-Manual/dp/B0000AQR8F/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1435925432&sr=8-2&keywords=svga+switch+box
>
> 73,
> Mike K2MK
>

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I use a video Capture card and put the P3 in a window

From: Ray Benny <[hidden email]>
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Subject: [Elecraft] Monitor switching between P3 SVGA output and second output from main computer

I'm looking to switch my second monitor between two output sources. First is the P3, second is the cable from my main logging computer that I run DX Atlas from, My primary monitor is used for my logging program only.

I do have some old manual switch boxes that switch data (DB9 connector) and another that switches the old parallel printer cables (Centronics). I can look on eBay to see if there are such mechanical switches for SVGA cables, but is there a better or easier way?

Tnx & 73,

Ray,
N6VR

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Cady, Fred

Re: Monitor switching between P3 SVGA output and second output from main computer

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I use a video 2x2 switcher, It has two input, two outputs and you can switch any source to any output.
It is a VX-8202F from Monoprice. $29.

> -----Original Message-----
> From: Elecraft [mailto:[hidden email]] On Behalf Of
> Ray Benny
> Sent: Friday, July 03, 2015 12:20 AM
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> Subject: [Elecraft] Monitor switching between P3 SVGA output and second
> output from main computer
>
> I'm looking to switch my second monitor between two output sources.
> First is the P3, second is the cable from my main logging computer that
> I run DX Atlas from, My primary monitor is used for my logging program
> only.
>
> I do have some old manual switch boxes that switch data (DB9 connector)
> and another that switches the old parallel printer cables (Centronics).
> I can look on eBay to see if there are such mechanical switches for
> SVGA cables, but is there a better or easier way?
>
> Tnx & 73,
>
> Ray,
> N6VR
>
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Ray Benny

Re: Monitor switching between P3 SVGA output and second output from main computer

Fred and all,

Tnx for your input. I have purchased a foreign made manual 2 position SVGA switch online. Will give it a try first.

The KVM switches look nice, especially with software that allows assigning hot keys to do the switching. I did not find a KVM type for monitors only. So I will go with the cheaper manual switch for now.

73,

Ray,
N6VR
Near Prescott, AZ

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From: "Fred Cady" <[hidden email]>
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Sent: Friday, July 3, 2015 8:32:33 AM
Subject: RE: [Elecraft] Monitor switching between P3 SVGA output and second output from main computer

I use a video 2x2 switcher, It has two input, two outputs and you can switch any source to any output.
It is a VX-8202F from Monoprice. $29.

Richard Fjeld-2

Re: Monitor switching between P3 SVGA output and second output from main computer

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On 7/3/2015 1:20 AM, Ray Benny wrote:
> I'm looking to switch my second monitor between two output sources. First is the P3, second is the cable from my main logging computer that I run DX Atlas from, My primary monitor is used for my logging program only.
>
> I do have some old manual switch boxes that switch data (DB9 connector) and another that switches the old parallel printer cables (Centronics). I can look on eBay to see if there are such mechanical switches for SVGA cables, but is there a better or easier way?
>
> Tnx & 73,
>
> Ray,
> N6VR
>
FWIW, I have been sharing one monitor with my P3 or computer using an
A/B switch with no trouble at all.

Dick, n0ce

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