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    Which amp/splitter is best for connecting two displays to one device?

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by JannaKir, Oct 7, 2016.

  1. JannaKir

    JannaKir Newbie

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    I want to connect two displays to one device but am unsure of the best way to do it. I have a Blu-ray player in the family room with my TV. I want to be able to watch movies in the master bedroom as well on my laptop Acer. I’m hearing amplifiers or splitters will do the trick.
    Are these even what I need? If so, I’m assuming I won’t need anything too fancy. Thanks for any help!
     
    JannaKir, Oct 7, 2016
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    Kent T Notebook Virtuoso

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    Won't work for Blu-Ray Movies. Heard of a thing called HDCP (High definition content protection) which is guaranteed to get in your way. And the only laptops with HDMI in ever made were a few Alienware gaming machines. You can likely connect the laptop to the TV but not the other way around.
     
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    Still won't let you do it. Your laptop unless one of the two Alienwares, has no HDMI inputs. To watch blu-ray movies you can watch them on the TV, sorry. Your Acer can't do this. Neither can any other laptop save for the models mentioned.
     
    Kent T, Oct 8, 2016
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