Monoprice Blackbird 4K 1x2 HDMI 2.0 Splitter, Pigtail, HDCP 2.2, 4K@60Hz
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how long is the pig tail hdmi cable?
anyaka j
on Dec 6, 2016
BEST ANSWER: I am not where I can see mine at this moment, but I would say 18 inches.
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- Jonathan S on Dec 6, 2016
- Purchased on May 24, 2016
BEST ANSWER: I am not where I can see mine at this moment, but I would say 18 inches.
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- Jonathan S on Dec 6, 2016
- Purchased on May 24, 2016
The pigtail splitter is about 18 inches long.
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- Elliott H on Dec 7, 2016
- Purchased on Jun 1, 2016
The pig tail is approx. 14" in length
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- kathleen t on Dec 7, 2016
- Purchased on May 3, 2016
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The description says it grabs power from the HDMI bus but, some people are saying that it needs an adapter. The pictures don't show a place for one. Is there a barrel jack for 5v input?
Kris A
on Jan 25, 2017
BEST ANSWER: There's a small barrel jack on the same side as the HDMI input. It will steal power from the HDMI source if it is available, but not all devices make (enough) power available.
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- LINCOLN K on Jan 25, 2017
- Purchased on May 6, 2016
BEST ANSWER: There's a small barrel jack on the same side as the HDMI input. It will steal power from the HDMI source if it is available, but not all devices make (enough) power available.
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- LINCOLN K on Jan 25, 2017
- Purchased on May 6, 2016
Yes the bus on device where the splitter grab power is not sufficient it does have a barrel for a 5v input which I purchased separately
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- Elliott H on Jan 26, 2017
- Purchased on Jun 1, 2016
Pretty sure there's no adapter. If there is, it's included, and does exactly what it's supposed to do.
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- Anthony I on Jan 25, 2017
- Purchased on May 30, 2016
Yes , but they don't tell you the mating plug size.
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- Rod L on Nov 7, 2017
- Purchased on Oct 22, 2017
The device does have a power port in case the hdmi port is insufficient. I do have power applied to mine. The manual on product states the power supply specifications.
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- Jerry B on Jan 25, 2017
- Purchased on Jun 14, 2016
If possible and if you still have the manual, can you look and see if the manual states how many amps it draws?
Manual is at bottom of web page. 5V DC 500mA
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I hooked it up with no problems to split the HDMI signal coming from my pc to two different tv's, and it works just fine without any adapter.
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- James S on Jan 26, 2017
- Purchased on May 19, 2016
yes, it is located next to the main wire's junction.
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- jonathan f on Jan 28, 2017
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does it come with the power adapter?
New User U
on Feb 18, 2017
BEST ANSWER: No didn't need one for my setup. Feeding via PC USB to PC Moniter and TV my security cams and movies run on PC with the switch I cam see them on TV screen across the room.
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- Charles T on Aug 27, 2017
- Purchased on Jul 25, 2017
BEST ANSWER: No didn't need one for my setup. Feeding via PC USB to PC Moniter and TV my security cams and movies run on PC with the switch I cam see them on TV screen across the room.
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- Charles T on Aug 27, 2017
- Purchased on Jul 25, 2017
Nope. They don't offer one . It might not work without it depending on your HDMI source .
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- Rod L on Nov 7, 2017
- Purchased on Oct 22, 2017
No. it is powered from the HDMI bus. I believe the company offers an add-on power supply. We had no need for it. The device worked well suing HDMI power.
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- New User U on Feb 18, 2017
- Purchased on Jul 4, 2016
No and you should not need it. Works fine for me without external power.
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- Edward S on Mar 28, 2017
- Purchased on Mar 3, 2017
Unit comes alone but if needed a power supply can be purchased.
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- ED O. on Dec 9, 2017
- Purchased on Nov 21, 2017
You don't need a power adapter.
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- Chad H on Feb 18, 2017
- Purchased on Jul 14, 2016
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Is the picture displayed simultaneously on both displays? I am looking to display the same image on two TV's that are mounted on the same wall. Any delay in picture between the two wouldn't work well in this situation. So, I'm looking for something to display the same image at exactly the same time. Thanks!
A shopper
on Jan 24, 2018
BEST ANSWER: This device is what I use to duplicate video from the computer to the local monitor and a video projector.
There may be a slight delay in the video but that sometimes is determined by the device you are connecting to?
Once everything is snyced up the video is exactly the same on the monitor and the video projector.
We have this splitter in use on over 100 multimedia carts and it works good for us.
There may be a slight delay in the video but that sometimes is determined by the device you are connecting to?
Once everything is snyced up the video is exactly the same on the monitor and the video projector.
We have this splitter in use on over 100 multimedia carts and it works good for us.
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- Terry S on Apr 18, 2019
- Purchased on Jan 8, 2018
BEST ANSWER: This device is what I use to duplicate video from the computer to the local monitor and a video projector.
There may be a slight delay in the video but that sometimes is determined by the device you are connecting to?
Once everything is snyced up the video is exactly the same on the monitor and the video projector.
We have this splitter in use on over 100 multimedia carts and it works good for us.
There may be a slight delay in the video but that sometimes is determined by the device you are connecting to?
Once everything is snyced up the video is exactly the same on the monitor and the video projector.
We have this splitter in use on over 100 multimedia carts and it works good for us.
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- Terry S on Apr 18, 2019
- Purchased on Jan 8, 2018
The splitter delivers the signal simultaneously to both outputs. It's for you to determine whether differing connecting cable lengths and different signal processing of your two TVs might introduce a delay. For me, the very reasonable price of the splitter (and the availability of return if it didn't work) made it a safe bet. So why not give it a try?
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- C DANIEL R on Apr 18, 2019
- Purchased on May 3, 2018
Yes it does. We use this in our Worship Center to feed two 75" tvs. There is no delay at all. They are only 50' apart though. Not sure if you get them farther apart how that would affect it. Hope this helps. Have a blessed Easter
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- John on Apr 18, 2019
- Purchased on Apr 24, 2018
Great splitter! You can view 2 tv's at the same time.
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- Eric S on Apr 18, 2019
- Purchased on May 2, 2018
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Can i "extend my monitor" to the second screen, in other words, can i drag one thing from one screen to the other?
New User U
on Feb 21, 2018
BEST ANSWER: No you cant. it just duplicates the picture on two out devices
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- Chuck S on Feb 21, 2018
- Purchased on Apr 7, 2017
BEST ANSWER: No you cant. it just duplicates the picture on two out devices
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- Chuck S on Feb 21, 2018
- Purchased on Apr 7, 2017
I'm not exactly sure what you mean by 'dragging'. You can view the same thing on both monitors. The purpose of this pigtail is to split a 4K signal. For example, if you have 2 monitors (a TV and projector) and want to use a source with one HDMI out (a 4K BluRay player) you can watch a 4K movie on either of the monitors or both. The attached HDMI cord goes into the HDMI out of the source component. You will need 2 extra HDMI cables for outputs 1 &2.
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- Tom on Feb 21, 2018
- Purchased on Apr 6, 2017
This does not add a secondary monitor to the computer. It just duplicates the image as other have stated. I use this to share one cable box to two different TVs on separate rooms. Since there is nobody else to watch TV I got one of these along with an IR extender to be able to watch TV and control the cable box from either room using one and the same cable box.
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- Luis E R on Feb 26, 2018
- Purchased on Apr 7, 2017
No, with this solution you only can see the same image in both screens, you need a USB to HDMI adapter to work as a second screen
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- A N on Feb 21, 2018
- Purchased on Feb 28, 2017
No. With this device, each screen would always show the same picture.
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- Jeff B on Feb 22, 2018
- Purchased on Feb 21, 2017
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can you use this to add an amazon stick if you have another device as an xbox hooked up to it also?
A shopper
on Feb 8, 2017
BEST ANSWER: No. This is a 1x2 splitter. 1-input 2-outputs. Sounds like you need a HDMI switch such as Product 8147 (2-in 1-out).
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- Matthew O on Feb 8, 2017
- Purchased on Jun 13, 2016
Monoprice Blackbird - 2x1 HDMI 1.4 Switch, Pigtail, HDCP 1.4, 1080p@60Hz
BEST ANSWER: No. This is a 1x2 splitter. 1-input 2-outputs. Sounds like you need a HDMI switch such as Product 8147 (2-in 1-out).
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- Matthew O on Feb 8, 2017
- Purchased on Jun 13, 2016
Monoprice Blackbird - 2x1 HDMI 1.4 Switch, Pigtail, HDCP 1.4, 1080p@60Hz
Not sure how you'd do it. It's a pigtail, so 1 male in and 2 females out. Are you going through a switch? I can test firestick but not Xbox.
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- VR on Feb 9, 2017
- Purchased on Jun 10, 2016
As a follow up, I added the splitter after a 3 way hdmi switch, and Firestick worked...
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I want to hook this up to a 32" 1080p TV and a 4K TV. Will the 4K TV be able to run 4K while the 1080p TV runs 1080p? Or will both TV's have to run the same resolution?
A shopper
on Apr 9, 2017
BEST ANSWER: This is merely a distribution amplifier, not a scaler, so the same signal gets sent to both. Depending on how it handles EDID (I'm not sure) and what order displays are connected, the best case is that both get 1080p video, but you may see 4K video on your 4K display and a "unsupported format"-type message on the other.
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- LINCOLN K on Apr 9, 2017
- Purchased on May 6, 2016
BEST ANSWER: This is merely a distribution amplifier, not a scaler, so the same signal gets sent to both. Depending on how it handles EDID (I'm not sure) and what order displays are connected, the best case is that both get 1080p video, but you may see 4K video on your 4K display and a "unsupported format"-type message on the other.
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- LINCOLN K on Apr 9, 2017
- Purchased on May 6, 2016
I don't think you can run different resolutions on each TV with this. They will likely run at 1080p at the most.
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- Luis E R on Apr 17, 2017
- Purchased on Apr 7, 2017
The splitter is going to send signal that it is given it cannot send a 4K signal to a 1080P, the 1080P will receive only what it can handle, namely 1080P.
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- Paul V F on May 13, 2017
- Purchased on Apr 9, 2017
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Will it carry CEC commands?
Mariano F
on Jan 7, 2018
BEST ANSWER: CEC Commands Consumer Electronic Commands a Feature of HDMI Designed to ALLOW Users to Command and Control devices through HDMI BY USING ONLY ONE REMOTE CONTROL. Did Work For Me Briefly. But Since I Did NOT Have the Correct AWG WIRE GRADE HDMI CABLE. I Lost the Signal. Yes It Worked JUST BE SURE YOU HAVE THE CORRECT AWG HDMI CABLES TO INSURE THE SIGNAL IS ON POINT.
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- Coach Charles on Jan 9, 2018
- Purchased on Feb 9, 2017
BEST ANSWER: CEC Commands Consumer Electronic Commands a Feature of HDMI Designed to ALLOW Users to Command and Control devices through HDMI BY USING ONLY ONE REMOTE CONTROL. Did Work For Me Briefly. But Since I Did NOT Have the Correct AWG WIRE GRADE HDMI CABLE. I Lost the Signal. Yes It Worked JUST BE SURE YOU HAVE THE CORRECT AWG HDMI CABLES TO INSURE THE SIGNAL IS ON POINT.
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- Coach Charles on Jan 9, 2018
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I want to play video from my laptop to 2 HD tv's at the same time. Each TV is about 25 ft away from the laptop. Will this device work, or do i need to get a splitter with an amplifier?
New User U
on Apr 8, 2018
BEST ANSWER: You might need one with a amplifier but I'm not sure, I'm using this one off a Directv box going to two different TVs but they are not far apart as one sits on ether side of a bedroom wall. Even when both TVs are on the signal to the TVs never degrades and we get a great picture on both. One TV is using a 10 ft HDMI cable while the other one is on a 15 ft HDMI cable.
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- John R on Apr 8, 2018
- Purchased on Apr 19, 2017
BEST ANSWER: You might need one with a amplifier but I'm not sure, I'm using this one off a Directv box going to two different TVs but they are not far apart as one sits on ether side of a bedroom wall. Even when both TVs are on the signal to the TVs never degrades and we get a great picture on both. One TV is using a 10 ft HDMI cable while the other one is on a 15 ft HDMI cable.
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- John R on Apr 8, 2018
- Purchased on Apr 19, 2017
I would recommend a splitter & an amp. This one requires external power just to work efficiently & no power supply is included with one. Hope this helps. Happy viewing!
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- Robert R on Apr 8, 2018
- Purchased on Apr 13, 2017
i'm using it 40 ft away with no problems.
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- CAM on Apr 8, 2018
- Purchased on Apr 15, 2017
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Is this device passive or active?
New User U
on Jan 4, 2017
BEST ANSWER: This is an active adapter. Thanks for the question.
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- David F Staff on Jan 17, 2017
BEST ANSWER: This is an active adapter. Thanks for the question.
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- David F Staff on Jan 17, 2017
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I have a TV with just one hdmi input. Can this be plugged into the TV, then have the cable HD DVR cable box and a blue ray player plugged into the adapter?
A shopper
on May 27, 2017
BEST ANSWER: No - This is a one -way splitter. It splits the active signal into two active signals. It would not be able to process two signals, nor would it be able to "choose" which signal to view on your TV. You need a video selector switch. (Try this also from Monoprice: 3x1 Enhanced HDMI® Switch with Built-In Equalizer & Remote Control)
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- J. B. on Jun 6, 2017
- Purchased on Jun 10, 2016
BEST ANSWER: No - This is a one -way splitter. It splits the active signal into two active signals. It would not be able to process two signals, nor would it be able to "choose" which signal to view on your TV. You need a video selector switch. (Try this also from Monoprice: 3x1 Enhanced HDMI® Switch with Built-In Equalizer & Remote Control)
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- J. B. on Jun 6, 2017
- Purchased on Jun 10, 2016
No, you want a switch, not a splitter. This goes in the opposite direction: splitting a single source (like a cable box output, or a security system monitor ouput) such that it can go to two monitors.
Monoprice Blackbird 2x1 HDMI 1.4 Switch, Mini, HDCP 1.4, 1080p@60Hz
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- Mike B on Jun 1, 2017
- Purchased on May 5, 2017
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Will this display on two screens? I have a laptop with an HDMI output. I have two monitors and I want to display my laptop on them as separate screens?
Mike M
on Oct 27, 2017
BEST ANSWER: So, question is 2017 this is 2.5 years later, but for everyone else - this duplicates the output, it does not add a port to make the desktop bigger. I actually got this for the opposite reason - I have three ports in the docking station but my computer would not handle three big screens - so I use this to duplicate one and show PPT on a TV on the wall.
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- Darrell C on May 24, 2020
- Purchased on Mar 1, 2020
BEST ANSWER: So, question is 2017 this is 2.5 years later, but for everyone else - this duplicates the output, it does not add a port to make the desktop bigger. I actually got this for the opposite reason - I have three ports in the docking station but my computer would not handle three big screens - so I use this to duplicate one and show PPT on a TV on the wall.
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- Darrell C on May 24, 2020
- Purchased on Mar 1, 2020
Yes, it will. BUT... be careful how long the cables are. Mine were less than 10’.
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- Dallas R on Oct 28, 2017
- Purchased on Dec 20, 2016
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will this work with Macbook Pro being connected to a monitor?
A shopper
on Nov 26, 2019
BEST ANSWER: This splitter does not seem to work with my 2018 MacBook Pro. I have tried connecting via HDMI using the Apple USB-C Digital AV Multiport Adapter. Unfortunately, nothing appears on the attached TV and macOS doesn't recognize a secondary display. I don't have the optional power adapter, so I'm not sure if the MPB+splitter would work with external power.
Note: the splitter works passively just fine w/ my Nintendo Switch + HDMI cradle though.
Note: the splitter works passively just fine w/ my Nintendo Switch + HDMI cradle though.
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- Bryan C on Jan 27, 2020
- Purchased on Nov 20, 2019
BEST ANSWER: This splitter does not seem to work with my 2018 MacBook Pro. I have tried connecting via HDMI using the Apple USB-C Digital AV Multiport Adapter. Unfortunately, nothing appears on the attached TV and macOS doesn't recognize a secondary display. I don't have the optional power adapter, so I'm not sure if the MPB+splitter would work with external power.
Note: the splitter works passively just fine w/ my Nintendo Switch + HDMI cradle though.
Note: the splitter works passively just fine w/ my Nintendo Switch + HDMI cradle though.
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- Bryan C on Jan 27, 2020
- Purchased on Nov 20, 2019
It will if you have the correct HDMI cable.
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- Terry S on Dec 2, 2019
- Purchased on Sep 16, 2019
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My Xbox One is in an AV rack in the basement office and connects to a Denon AVR which connects to my Samsung TV in the Living room upstairs via HDMI extender. The kids use the Xbox on the TV upstairs but I use it on my 34” monitor in my office. Right now if i want to use my monitor in the basement I have to manually unplug the HDMI cable going into the Denon and plug it into my monitor. Will this device let me have it connected to both the Denon avr and my monitor, WITHOUT it playing on both screens at the same time? I’d like to be able to switch from one to the other when needed but don’t want it to play on both at the same time.
Henry S
on May 5, 2020
BEST ANSWER: This does not sound like the unit for you.. The way I use my unit is to split an HDMI signal from a camera to go to an external monitor and second split signal to go to a sound recorder.
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- ALBERT F on May 13, 2020
- Purchased on Dec 8, 2019
BEST ANSWER: This does not sound like the unit for you.. The way I use my unit is to split an HDMI signal from a camera to go to an external monitor and second split signal to go to a sound recorder.
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- ALBERT F on May 13, 2020
- Purchased on Dec 8, 2019
No, to my understanding this device output to both screens at the same time.
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- Andy T on May 5, 2020
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Does the unit require power?
Dan
on Apr 24, 2021
BEST ANSWER: It is all spelled out in thee description.
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- Patrice on Apr 24, 2021
- Purchased on Jan 30, 2021
BEST ANSWER: It is all spelled out in thee description.
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- Patrice on Apr 24, 2021
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Where can I get the power cord because it did not come with one?
A shopper
on Jun 21, 2021
BEST ANSWER: Just goto Amazon or Monoprice and search for 5Vdc at 1 amp
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- Mark M on Jun 22, 2021
- Purchased on May 18, 2021
BEST ANSWER: Just goto Amazon or Monoprice and search for 5Vdc at 1 amp
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- Mark M on Jun 22, 2021
- Purchased on May 18, 2021
As stated in the description, it is HDMI bus powered, and does not require external power.
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- Scott B on Jun 22, 2021
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What's the maximum length hdmi cable this supports?
Neil M
on Nov 28, 2016
BEST ANSWER: Hello, signal length is ultimately dependent on the source device. So if your device can output to 100ft then this will work with 100ft devices. I hope that answers your question, and thank you!
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- Jericho L Staff on Dec 6, 2016
Perhaps a typical scenario would be helpful such as with a typical cable box, game system, or CCTV? So if adding a long leg to a cable box to mirror screen in another room, say 40' away, would this device suffice or better off with a powered switch?
I think that is the question: there are cheaper simple splitters on monoprice so how is this one better (other than coming with a pigtail and leds)?
Description says it "draws enough power from hdmi" but doesn't say to do what? light the LEDs or boost signal?
I think that is the question: there are cheaper simple splitters on monoprice so how is this one better (other than coming with a pigtail and leds)?
Description says it "draws enough power from hdmi" but doesn't say to do what? light the LEDs or boost signal?
BEST ANSWER: Hello, signal length is ultimately dependent on the source device. So if your device can output to 100ft then this will work with 100ft devices. I hope that answers your question, and thank you!
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- Jericho L Staff on Dec 6, 2016
Perhaps a typical scenario would be helpful such as with a typical cable box, game system, or CCTV? So if adding a long leg to a cable box to mirror screen in another room, say 40' away, would this device suffice or better off with a powered switch?
I think that is the question: there are cheaper simple splitters on monoprice so how is this one better (other than coming with a pigtail and leds)?
Description says it "draws enough power from hdmi" but doesn't say to do what? light the LEDs or boost signal?
I think that is the question: there are cheaper simple splitters on monoprice so how is this one better (other than coming with a pigtail and leds)?
Description says it "draws enough power from hdmi" but doesn't say to do what? light the LEDs or boost signal?
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Hello, I just received this item and hooked it up from my Dish Network Satellite Receiver.when my Home theater is connected via HDMI directly to the Dish receiver, it receives Dolby 5.1 surround d sound. However, with this splitter connected it connects at PCM 2.0. It was to my understanding that I shouldn't lose video and sound quality with this adapter. What I was wondering is I noticed there is a power connector for the device, but it did not come with a plug to connect to power. If I got a power supply for this unit, would the audio quality improve?
Doug H
on Dec 18, 2016
BEST ANSWER: Please feel free to contact us at tech@monoprice.com with a detailed summary of the issue you are experiencing and our knowledgeable Technical Support staff would be more than happy to assist. Thank you
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- Jeff M Staff on Jan 17, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Please feel free to contact us at tech@monoprice.com with a detailed summary of the issue you are experiencing and our knowledgeable Technical Support staff would be more than happy to assist. Thank you
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- Jeff M Staff on Jan 17, 2017
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Supports hdmi return channel?
Giovanna Venutolo F
on Mar 4, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Unfortunately this item would not support audio return.
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- Tyler C Staff on Feb 8, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Unfortunately this item would not support audio return.
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can this be used to split the output from a Tivo Mini to an AVR and a TV? I see that somebody used it to split the Tivo output to two TVs, is it any different for an AVR?
Somebody commented that for splitting their Brighthouse cable box to an AVR and a TV it required the power adapter. Not sure if the Tivo Mini is any different.
If it matters, the AVR is an Onkyo TX SR876 and the TV is one of the last Samsung DLP units HL61A750
Somebody commented that for splitting their Brighthouse cable box to an AVR and a TV it required the power adapter. Not sure if the Tivo Mini is any different.
If it matters, the AVR is an Onkyo TX SR876 and the TV is one of the last Samsung DLP units HL61A750
Peter V
on Mar 21, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Hello, thank you for your question. In order to better assist you, please reach out to our technical support team with a detailed question via any of the methods available here:
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- Mark P Staff on Apr 28, 2017
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- Mark P Staff on Apr 28, 2017
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Does this also split the sound? Want to send to a TV in another room and need both video and audio.
Brian H
on Mar 30, 2017
BEST ANSWER: HDMI will always carry both. That's one of its biggest advantages. Only one cable to carry both audio and video. I had to replace my old cable box recently that only had component video and the new one has HDMI. A single HDMI cable replaced FIVE cables that my old box needed to the TV.
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- Luis E R on Apr 17, 2017
- Purchased on Apr 7, 2017
BEST ANSWER: HDMI will always carry both. That's one of its biggest advantages. Only one cable to carry both audio and video. I had to replace my old cable box recently that only had component video and the new one has HDMI. A single HDMI cable replaced FIVE cables that my old box needed to the TV.
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- Luis E R on Apr 17, 2017
- Purchased on Apr 7, 2017
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I was not as lucky as some of the reviewers. Someone please tell me where to buy a power supply? It shows the specs but not the size of the barrel (and it is very small). I searched everywhere to find the size with no luck. Before I return it please help...
Michele B
on Apr 19, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
Unfortunately we would not sell a power supply that would be the correct size but if you were to purchase a 5V universal power supply it would likely have the right sized barrel you are looking for.
Unfortunately we would not sell a power supply that would be the correct size but if you were to purchase a 5V universal power supply it would likely have the right sized barrel you are looking for.
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- Tyler C Staff on Feb 22, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
Unfortunately we would not sell a power supply that would be the correct size but if you were to purchase a 5V universal power supply it would likely have the right sized barrel you are looking for.
Unfortunately we would not sell a power supply that would be the correct size but if you were to purchase a 5V universal power supply it would likely have the right sized barrel you are looking for.
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- Tyler C Staff on Feb 22, 2019
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Bought this and probability of this working on the spot was slim to none. I need suggestions for a good 5v power cable if these folks don't sell one? :(
JAYE D
on Apr 22, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
We would not sell a power adapter you can use.
However, so long as the one you pick up is 5V 500mA then it should help you get the power you are looking for.
We would not sell a power adapter you can use.
However, so long as the one you pick up is 5V 500mA then it should help you get the power you are looking for.
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- Tyler C Staff on Feb 27, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
We would not sell a power adapter you can use.
However, so long as the one you pick up is 5V 500mA then it should help you get the power you are looking for.
We would not sell a power adapter you can use.
However, so long as the one you pick up is 5V 500mA then it should help you get the power you are looking for.
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- Tyler C Staff on Feb 27, 2019
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Does this splitter support CEC? It doesn't say that it does that I can see, so I'm guessing not...
David M
on May 7, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
This item would not support CEC.
This item would not support CEC.
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- Tyler C Staff on Feb 28, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
This item would not support CEC.
This item would not support CEC.
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- Tyler C Staff on Feb 28, 2019
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Can you please list link to a specific power supply that will work with this device? My splitter does not work on my receiver.
New User U
on May 7, 2017
BEST ANSWER: I'm sorry to hear that, it sounds like it may be a compatibility issue. I would recommend testing the splitter on a cable box or dvd/bluray player to ensure you do not have a defective item.
Should you require additional assistance, please reach out to our tech support team with a detailed summary of the issue you are experiencing via any of the methods available here:
https://www.monoprice.com/help?pn=contact
Our knowledgeable Technical Support staff would be more than happy to assist.
Thank you
Should you require additional assistance, please reach out to our tech support team with a detailed summary of the issue you are experiencing via any of the methods available here:
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- Mark P Staff on May 18, 2017
BEST ANSWER: I'm sorry to hear that, it sounds like it may be a compatibility issue. I would recommend testing the splitter on a cable box or dvd/bluray player to ensure you do not have a defective item.
Should you require additional assistance, please reach out to our tech support team with a detailed summary of the issue you are experiencing via any of the methods available here:
https://www.monoprice.com/help?pn=contact
Our knowledgeable Technical Support staff would be more than happy to assist.
Thank you
Should you require additional assistance, please reach out to our tech support team with a detailed summary of the issue you are experiencing via any of the methods available here:
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- Mark P Staff on May 18, 2017
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Neither the product manual or the not so "Full Specs" say what the connection on USB power type/size is, nor is it viewable in the images given. I see in the comments "barrel connector" but no size. Is it typical 2.1mm x 5.5mm DC Connector? or what?
D Scott B
on Sep 10, 2017
BEST ANSWER: In the full specs:
Optional Power Adapter (not included)
Input Power100 ~ 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Output Power5 VDC/1A
Inner Diameter Barrel Dimension3.5mm
Outer Diameter Barrel Dimension9mm
PolarityNegative Sleeve, Positive Tip
Optional Power Adapter (not included)
Input Power100 ~ 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Output Power5 VDC/1A
Inner Diameter Barrel Dimension3.5mm
Outer Diameter Barrel Dimension9mm
PolarityNegative Sleeve, Positive Tip
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- Michael M on Feb 5, 2023
BEST ANSWER: In the full specs:
Optional Power Adapter (not included)
Input Power100 ~ 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Output Power5 VDC/1A
Inner Diameter Barrel Dimension3.5mm
Outer Diameter Barrel Dimension9mm
PolarityNegative Sleeve, Positive Tip
Optional Power Adapter (not included)
Input Power100 ~ 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Output Power5 VDC/1A
Inner Diameter Barrel Dimension3.5mm
Outer Diameter Barrel Dimension9mm
PolarityNegative Sleeve, Positive Tip
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- Michael M on Feb 5, 2023
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Looking on Amazon I was able to deduce that if there is not enough USB power that you can connect it to a 5v 500ma AC Power adapter with a 2.1 mm tip (+) and 5.5mm barrel (-) Can someone please confirm this?
Andrew M
on Apr 23, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Enter an answer to this question.In the full specs:
Optional Power Adapter (not included)
Input Power100 ~ 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Output Power5 VDC/1A
Inner Diameter Barrel Dimension3.5mm
Outer Diameter Barrel Dimension9mm
Optional Power Adapter (not included)
Input Power100 ~ 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Output Power5 VDC/1A
Inner Diameter Barrel Dimension3.5mm
Outer Diameter Barrel Dimension9mm
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- Michael M on Feb 5, 2023
BEST ANSWER: Enter an answer to this question.In the full specs:
Optional Power Adapter (not included)
Input Power100 ~ 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Output Power5 VDC/1A
Inner Diameter Barrel Dimension3.5mm
Outer Diameter Barrel Dimension9mm
Optional Power Adapter (not included)
Input Power100 ~ 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Output Power5 VDC/1A
Inner Diameter Barrel Dimension3.5mm
Outer Diameter Barrel Dimension9mm
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- Michael M on Feb 5, 2023
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Does this support ARC?
A shopper
on May 20, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
This would not support ARC.
This would not support ARC.
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- Tyler C Staff on Jul 18, 2019
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This would not support ARC.
This would not support ARC.
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Does this support ARC?
New User U
on May 20, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
This would not support ARC.
This would not support ARC.
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- Tyler C Staff on Jul 18, 2019
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This would not support ARC.
This would not support ARC.
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- Tyler C Staff on Jul 18, 2019
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Has anyone used this with an iPhone AV Adapter (MD826ZM/A)? I'm contemplating setting up headrest monitors in my vehicle and would like to be able to serve synced video from an iPhone/iPad. I'm questioning if that'd carry the necessary bus power, or if I'd need to get one of the 5v powered boxes.
Lucas S
on Jul 7, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
These were tested with a direct connection from a source device to a display so we cannot guarantee it would work if you were to use an adapter to connect it to your phone.
These were tested with a direct connection from a source device to a display so we cannot guarantee it would work if you were to use an adapter to connect it to your phone.
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- Tyler C Staff on Jul 25, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
These were tested with a direct connection from a source device to a display so we cannot guarantee it would work if you were to use an adapter to connect it to your phone.
These were tested with a direct connection from a source device to a display so we cannot guarantee it would work if you were to use an adapter to connect it to your phone.
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Rated 5 out of 5
No drama
Exactly what I needed to split HDMI (one to TV, one to bluetooth transmitter). Didn't need external power supply. No signal loss. Supports 4K.
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Rated 1 out of 5
Bas choice
Totally disappointing. The unit keeps dropping source signsl
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Rated 5 out of 5
Add second HDMI out to source
Works well for providing an audio and video output from a device with only one HDMI output (Roku) this is allowing me to now have 4K throughput to my HT projector
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Rated 5 out of 5
Below average Customer Service
Their products are good...their return policy is not. I will not be purchasing Monoprice products again.
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Rated 2 out of 5
Where is it
Have not received my purchase as of this date January 28 2022
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Rated 5 out of 5
It works as mentioned..I?ve purchased it multiple times now for my installs
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Rated 2 out of 5
Signal Cuts Out
This unit is advertised as not needing a power supply as it claims to draws its needed power from the HDMI bus. However, my unit has signal distortion and drop-outs, seemingly because of a lack of power.
I would like to add a power supply to this unit to see if that fixes my issue. However, the unit has a barrel connector for its power socket and neither the product listing nor the user manual indicate what size of plug is compatible with this product.
If Monoprice could point me to where I could acquire such a power supply I could plug this splitter in to a power source and that might fix the problems I've experienced with this splitter. Till then, I must reluctantly label this product as incapable of performing its designated task.
I would like to add a power supply to this unit to see if that fixes my issue. However, the unit has a barrel connector for its power socket and neither the product listing nor the user manual indicate what size of plug is compatible with this product.
If Monoprice could point me to where I could acquire such a power supply I could plug this splitter in to a power source and that might fix the problems I've experienced with this splitter. Till then, I must reluctantly label this product as incapable of performing its designated task.
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Rated 5 out of 5
Multi-connect power.
Great alternative and even better price.
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Rated 4 out of 5
HDMI-2 splitter looks good and works
This unit should offer a USB power cable as an option since the power socket is not USB standard, but is a pin jack. In most cases there is sufficient power from the two HDMI units that are attached when both are turned on.
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Rated 3 out of 5
Unusable
It did not come with a power cord
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