Monoprice Blackbird 4K30 1x2 Amplified Video Splitter with HDMI, supports 48-bit Deep Color, 3D Video
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I am trying to split a cable box HDMI output to a tv in my bedroom and a tv on back porch. I would like to watch one without the other having to be on as well or having to unplug one or the other. Will this allow for that?
Brandon B
on Sep 11, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Yes. You can use either output independently--one can be on with the other off. It's a passive splitter in that the box doesn't know whether you have an active output connected or not. It would be the same if you had one output unplugged. I use this with monitors in my classroom and I often only turn on monitor on for smaller classes.
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- Rick F on Sep 11, 2017
- Purchased on Dec 2, 2016
BEST ANSWER: Yes. You can use either output independently--one can be on with the other off. It's a passive splitter in that the box doesn't know whether you have an active output connected or not. It would be the same if you had one output unplugged. I use this with monitors in my classroom and I often only turn on monitor on for smaller classes.
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- Rick F on Sep 11, 2017
- Purchased on Dec 2, 2016
Yes. As long as you keep the Blackbird powered up and provide it an HDMI signal, it will send that signal to both locations regardless of which destination is turned on.
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- Kevin H on Sep 12, 2017
- Purchased on Nov 13, 2016
I am using this on a daily basis to split an HDMI signal from a computer to a tv and a projector for the exact same reasons you are asking about. Works without issue.
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- Brad H on Sep 11, 2017
- Purchased on Dec 9, 2016
Yes It will. Both sets do not need to be on for this to work. I use these in my store and home, they work great.
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- BRIAN on Sep 11, 2017
- Purchased on Dec 5, 2016
Yes, this is what you will need
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- Gaitkeeper on Sep 11, 2017
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i want to play video from my laptop (source) into 2 HD tvs at the same time. is the the right device?
A shopper
on Apr 7, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Yes, this splitter can do it, however one of the video outputs will have some "buffer delay". So if you want the same video at the same time you might have a problem. If you don't mind some delay it works just fine.
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- Fredrick C on Apr 8, 2018
- Purchased on May 2, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Yes, this splitter can do it, however one of the video outputs will have some "buffer delay". So if you want the same video at the same time you might have a problem. If you don't mind some delay it works just fine.
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- Fredrick C on Apr 8, 2018
- Purchased on May 2, 2017
I use this to split a signal from a cable box to two TVs. It works great. I don’t see why it wouldn’t work for you.
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- Ralph T on Apr 8, 2018
- Purchased on Apr 26, 2017
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i want to play video from my laptop (source) into 2 HD tvs at the same time. is the the right device?
New User U
on Apr 7, 2018
BEST ANSWER: I’m using the splitter for a dvd & laptop into one tv...
Works great. In theory your set up should work although it’s a 2 channel switch, it may only play on one tv at a time. I’d research more if I were you.
Works great. In theory your set up should work although it’s a 2 channel switch, it may only play on one tv at a time. I’d research more if I were you.
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- Will S on Apr 8, 2018
- Purchased on Aug 4, 2017
BEST ANSWER: I’m using the splitter for a dvd & laptop into one tv...
Works great. In theory your set up should work although it’s a 2 channel switch, it may only play on one tv at a time. I’d research more if I were you.
Works great. In theory your set up should work although it’s a 2 channel switch, it may only play on one tv at a time. I’d research more if I were you.
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- Will S on Apr 8, 2018
- Purchased on Aug 4, 2017
I use this splitter in many situation without fail, including playing video to two devices. In my case, I can control the resolution of the two devices to be the same. In that case, it will absolutely work..
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- Thomas T on Apr 8, 2018
- Purchased on Jul 13, 2017
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Can this be used to extend two displays from a computer?
A shopper
on Jun 6, 2019
BEST ANSWER: If you're talking about extending your PC desktop to two displays and controlling each of them, then no, this device will not. This device will simply duplicate the HDMI signal of one of your computer's outputs.
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- Michael C on Jun 6, 2019
- Purchased on Jul 11, 2018
BEST ANSWER: If you're talking about extending your PC desktop to two displays and controlling each of them, then no, this device will not. This device will simply duplicate the HDMI signal of one of your computer's outputs.
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- Michael C on Jun 6, 2019
- Purchased on Jul 11, 2018
Yes, but the tricky part is the resolution of each TV/Monitor you are attatcthing might be different. I use it to duplicate the display not extend, so I haven't tried it that way. My computer reduces the resolution. I hook up one TV/Monitor at a time to the splitter, so the computer can set set the resolution, then the second TV/Monitor will be set to the same resolution as the first.
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- jaybirdpcconsulting on Jun 6, 2019
- Purchased on Jul 15, 2018
Yes. HDMI out from the laptop to the splitter. One line out to the first TV, the second line out the the second TV. You may have to reboot the power to the splitter after it's all hooked up, but mine works perfectly
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- Tom W on Jun 6, 2019
- Purchased on Aug 23, 2018
I don't see why it couldn't I used them to split my HDMI network as long as you have HDMI connections for all of your displays.
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- Dan K on Jun 6, 2019
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Does this item include the power adaptor? Also, what's the maximum length hdmi cable this supports?
Neil M
on Nov 23, 2016
BEST ANSWER: Hello, thank you for your question. Yes this unit includes a power supply in the package. The maximum length will vary depending your on your specific setup (Sources, displays, projectors, cable gauge). If you need further assistance in regards to what will work for your specific application please feel free to contact us at [email protected] and one of our knowledgeable tech support representatives would be more than happy to assist.
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- Jeff M Staff on Jan 25, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Hello, thank you for your question. Yes this unit includes a power supply in the package. The maximum length will vary depending your on your specific setup (Sources, displays, projectors, cable gauge). If you need further assistance in regards to what will work for your specific application please feel free to contact us at [email protected] and one of our knowledgeable tech support representatives would be more than happy to assist.
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- Jeff M Staff on Jan 25, 2017
Yes this includes the power adapter.
Not sure on the longest cable length but we have a 50' HDMI cable hooked up to display Powerpoint slides on a large monitor and it does fine.
Not sure on the longest cable length but we have a 50' HDMI cable hooked up to display Powerpoint slides on a large monitor and it does fine.
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- Brad B on Jan 25, 2017
- Purchased on Jun 27, 2016
It came with the power adaptor. I use it for my surveillance camera monitors. I have it hooked up to 80' extention. Hope it helps
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- Nathan M on Feb 4, 2017
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would this allow me to use each monitor independently such as having outlook on one screen and the internet on the other?
Richard R
on Dec 20, 2016
BEST ANSWER: This will not allow two different images on each screen. It will simy take one signal and split it to be viewed on two monitors. Most desktop and laptop computers seem to have two video outlets and you get the choice to "duplicate" or "extend" the video signal. "Extend" allows two different images to be viewed on two different monitors.
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- Brad B on Dec 21, 2016
- Purchased on Jun 27, 2016
BEST ANSWER: This will not allow two different images on each screen. It will simy take one signal and split it to be viewed on two monitors. Most desktop and laptop computers seem to have two video outlets and you get the choice to "duplicate" or "extend" the video signal. "Extend" allows two different images to be viewed on two different monitors.
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- Brad B on Dec 21, 2016
- Purchased on Jun 27, 2016
No. Signal that goes in is duplicated onto both screens.
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- Allan S on Dec 21, 2016
- Purchased on Jul 28, 2016
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I have 1 TV connected to a comcast cable box. Can I use this to split my 2nd TV to my other room? Please advise.
A shopper
on Dec 17, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Yes you can. I am running 2 TV's off a Comcast HD box with that splitter. However, they say there is a limit to the length of the cables used. I don't have the spec's and also if the cables is longer than 25ft they recommend a heavy gauge cable which I also bought from Monoprice.
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- Guest G on Dec 17, 2017
- Purchased on Mar 19, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Yes you can. I am running 2 TV's off a Comcast HD box with that splitter. However, they say there is a limit to the length of the cables used. I don't have the spec's and also if the cables is longer than 25ft they recommend a heavy gauge cable which I also bought from Monoprice.
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- Guest G on Dec 17, 2017
- Purchased on Mar 19, 2017
I use it to split the signal from a DirecTV receiver/dvr so that I can send HDMI output to a tv in the bedroom. Works fine.
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- Ed on Dec 17, 2017
- Purchased on Feb 8, 2017
Yes but it will show the same channel on both TVs.
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- eric m on Dec 18, 2017
- Purchased on Mar 7, 2017
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It is labeled as an "amplifier splitter" -- so does it actually "amplify" the signal. For example if I am using it in the middle of a very long run (e.g. 75'), will it boost the signal such that it is better than if I just ran a straight 75' cable?
James S
on Apr 10, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Its both because I have a run of over 75' from the 1st floor to the basement and back to the 1st floor and its crystal clear with no problem for DIRECTV
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- Herbert O on Apr 10, 2018
- Purchased on Oct 19, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Its both because I have a run of over 75' from the 1st floor to the basement and back to the 1st floor and its crystal clear with no problem for DIRECTV
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- Herbert O on Apr 10, 2018
- Purchased on Oct 19, 2017
Absolutely it does. This is a less you have a cable with a chip on him for mono price but it works greatEnter an answer to this question.
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- Lorenzo on Apr 10, 2018
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Need a spliter to connect my two TVs in separate rooms with the cable box and 1receiver what I can need?
A shopper
on Jun 26, 2019
BEST ANSWER: The Monoprice Blackbird is ideal for this scenario.
I’ve deployed it in a commercial environment to mirror a signal for a video wall and it works flawlessly.
I’ve deployed it in a commercial environment to mirror a signal for a video wall and it works flawlessly.
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- Kareem P on Jun 27, 2019
- Purchased on Oct 11, 2018
BEST ANSWER: The Monoprice Blackbird is ideal for this scenario.
I’ve deployed it in a commercial environment to mirror a signal for a video wall and it works flawlessly.
I’ve deployed it in a commercial environment to mirror a signal for a video wall and it works flawlessly.
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- Kareem P on Jun 27, 2019
- Purchased on Oct 11, 2018
This model is what you need. I have used numerous models in a sports bar with 27 tv's.
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- Tom S on Jun 26, 2019
- Purchased on May 30, 2017
Yes. Single source to display simultaneously on two tvs
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- Neal J on Jun 26, 2019
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This question has kind of been asked, but I'm not sure the answer applies to my specific situation. The main question I have is can I extend my laptop to two HDMI monitors? In other words, I have a laptop with 2 HDMI monitors. I want to extend the desktop to both monitors by connecting an HDMI cable from the laptop to the input, and split it out to both monitors. An example use case is I have my email up on one monitor, my web browser on the other, and another application on my laptop screen. Will this handle that, or does the image span all 3 monitors? I know I have been able to do this with a dock, but it belonged to my former employer so I am looking for an inexpensive solution which functions the same way.
Tim P
on Jun 1, 2021
BEST ANSWER: No, this will not do what you are asking. It will simply duplicate the source to two outputs. If your laptop only has one display out, you will need a dock or a USB dongle. The dongle would be the cheaper option.
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- Chris D on Jun 2, 2021
- Purchased on Sep 23, 2020
BEST ANSWER: No, this will not do what you are asking. It will simply duplicate the source to two outputs. If your laptop only has one display out, you will need a dock or a USB dongle. The dongle would be the cheaper option.
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- Chris D on Jun 2, 2021
- Purchased on Sep 23, 2020
It will put What ever your Laptop screen is on 2 monitors... That's it. No Processing. It just duplicates the HDMI output
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- Steve on Jun 2, 2021
- Purchased on Sep 21, 2020
this device will only send the same hdmi video signal to to two devices. I will not let you view anything different on one.
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- Jon R on Jun 2, 2021
- Purchased on Apr 3, 2017
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Does it have autoselect on the outputs?
A shopper
on Nov 29, 2016
BEST ANSWER: Hello, thank you for your question, this item does not do auto switch or auto select so please keep that in mind when buying the item. I hope this helps, thank you!
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- Jericho L Staff on Dec 9, 2016
BEST ANSWER: Hello, thank you for your question, this item does not do auto switch or auto select so please keep that in mind when buying the item. I hope this helps, thank you!
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- Jericho L Staff on Dec 9, 2016
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I have an AT&T UVerse box and a Samsung monitor. Work with both?
A shopper
on Jan 1, 2017
BEST ANSWER: What are you trying to do? This is a splitter so one in and two out? So if you put in an input to the in side it will split the output to the two outs. I have this on a dual projector setup with a singl input to show the same thing on each and it works great.
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- Brian on Jan 1, 2017
- Purchased on Sep 28, 2016
BEST ANSWER: What are you trying to do? This is a splitter so one in and two out? So if you put in an input to the in side it will split the output to the two outs. I have this on a dual projector setup with a singl input to show the same thing on each and it works great.
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- Brian on Jan 1, 2017
- Purchased on Sep 28, 2016
Can't see why not as long as they both accept hdmi.
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- Brian on Jan 1, 2017
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Will this active cable https://www.monoprice.com/product?c_id=102&cp_id=10255&cs_id=1025507&p_id=12611&seq=1&format=2 work with this Amplifier Splitter as long as the other cables are non active cable?
Luis H
on Feb 2, 2017
BEST ANSWER: When using Active HDMI cables along with HDMI switches and splitters, you would want to use them as HDMI outputs to be connected directly to the HDMI input on the displays. You can use 2 Active HDMI cables on both outputs, just be sure that the HDMI cable you are using for the input of the splitter is a passive (non active) cable. I hope this helps.
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- Mark P Staff on Jun 14, 2017
BEST ANSWER: When using Active HDMI cables along with HDMI switches and splitters, you would want to use them as HDMI outputs to be connected directly to the HDMI input on the displays. You can use 2 Active HDMI cables on both outputs, just be sure that the HDMI cable you are using for the input of the splitter is a passive (non active) cable. I hope this helps.
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- Mark P Staff on Jun 14, 2017
I have an application currently where I have an active hdmi cable coming from a Mac Mini 98ft up to the stage where the splitter is located. Have passive cables to each TV. Works fine.
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- William on Mar 2, 2023
- Purchased on Jan 29, 2023
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What is the difference or benefits between an amplifier splitter and a regular splitter?
A shopper
on Mar 5, 2017
BEST ANSWER: The regular splutter will work if you are splitting the signal and it does not need to travel far. The amplified splutter lets you send the signal much farther. In my case I have a dvr for my surveillance cameras. The dvr is in my garage. The monitors are in my living room and in my upstairs bedroom about both about 70 feet away. I could run 1 or the other without the amplified splutter. The amplified splutter just has a power cord that plugs into 120v to boost the signal strength. I hope this helps.
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- Nathan M on Mar 5, 2017
- Purchased on Jul 10, 2016
BEST ANSWER: The regular splutter will work if you are splitting the signal and it does not need to travel far. The amplified splutter lets you send the signal much farther. In my case I have a dvr for my surveillance cameras. The dvr is in my garage. The monitors are in my living room and in my upstairs bedroom about both about 70 feet away. I could run 1 or the other without the amplified splutter. The amplified splutter just has a power cord that plugs into 120v to boost the signal strength. I hope this helps.
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- Nathan M on Mar 5, 2017
- Purchased on Jul 10, 2016
An amplified splitter boosts the signal for when you need to send it over a longer distance.
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- Brad B on Mar 5, 2017
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My security cameras are wirelessly connected to a DVR. I want to view the signal on two televisions which are located in different parts of the house. Will this item work for me?
And how would I set it up. Using Hiseeu 5 camera 1080p with dvr
And how would I set it up. Using Hiseeu 5 camera 1080p with dvr
A shopper
on May 24, 2020
BEST ANSWER: If your DVR has an HDMI output, this splitter/amplifier will allow you to do what you’re wanting. You will need to run one HDMI cable from the DVR output to the amplifier input, then run an HDMI cable to the two locations you want. The main consideration for you is how you will run the HDMI cables to your desired locations. You’ll probably need to run the cables up your walls and into your attic, then down your walls to your tv’s. This will require long HDMI cables as this unit does not send a wireless signal.
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- Brian S on May 24, 2020
- Purchased on Jul 14, 2019
Thank you sir.. that is definitely good information for me. I shall purchase this item today. Again, thanks.
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- New User U on May 25, 2020
One last thing. Will it work if I use a wall plate with rj45 cats for the long run and back to hdmi by the tv?
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- New User U on May 25, 2020
BEST ANSWER: If your DVR has an HDMI output, this splitter/amplifier will allow you to do what you’re wanting. You will need to run one HDMI cable from the DVR output to the amplifier input, then run an HDMI cable to the two locations you want. The main consideration for you is how you will run the HDMI cables to your desired locations. You’ll probably need to run the cables up your walls and into your attic, then down your walls to your tv’s. This will require long HDMI cables as this unit does not send a wireless signal.
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- Brian S on May 24, 2020
- Purchased on Jul 14, 2019
Thank you sir.. that is definitely good information for me. I shall purchase this item today. Again, thanks.
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- New User U on May 25, 2020
One last thing. Will it work if I use a wall plate with rj45 cats for the long run and back to hdmi by the tv?
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- New User U on May 25, 2020
It would really depend on distance. If your HDMI cables need to be longer than 50 ft , then I would consider using HDMI over CAT6 like this model # 18786. If your distance is shorter , then yes. I would also recommend the Cabernet Ultra series HDMI cables from Monoprice.
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- P E on May 26, 2020
- Purchased on Jun 27, 2019
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Will this work to share the video and audio from a DISH Joey? I want to connect an older VISIO 1K TV sitting next to the JOEY and also a new Samsung 4K TV in the next room, about 20 feet away. Based on other similar questions, I'd assume this will work.
Vee B
on Dec 10, 2020
BEST ANSWER: YES - as long as you are feeding a standard HDMI signal to the input, it will then split that signal to two outputs. It doesn't matter what the source device is.
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- Jim H on Jun 2, 2021
- Purchased on Nov 17, 2020
BEST ANSWER: YES - as long as you are feeding a standard HDMI signal to the input, it will then split that signal to two outputs. It doesn't matter what the source device is.
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- Jim H on Jun 2, 2021
- Purchased on Nov 17, 2020
Yes it should work for your application. I use a similar set up and it works good. I had 35 ft of hdmi cable with no issues.
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- Ryan G on Jun 2, 2021
- Purchased on Dec 3, 2020
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My 1080 Samsung tv has only 2 hdmi outlets; one for tv and one for Netflix Alexa setup. I need another hdmi outlet for my dvd player. Will one of your hdmi splitters work to add another outlet without disturbing my current setup?
A shopper
on Dec 24, 2020
BEST ANSWER: It'll change it a little bit. I'd put the splitter on the tv hdmi input so it doesn't effect your alexa and I'd also go 1x3 so you have an additional out for any future additions.
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- Alvaro O on Dec 24, 2020
- Purchased on Sep 25, 2018
BEST ANSWER: It'll change it a little bit. I'd put the splitter on the tv hdmi input so it doesn't effect your alexa and I'd also go 1x3 so you have an additional out for any future additions.
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- Alvaro O on Dec 24, 2020
- Purchased on Sep 25, 2018
Yes, it should work. I used it to split the hdmi output from my cable box to my TV and my receiver.
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- Robert F on Dec 24, 2020
- Purchased on Jan 3, 2020
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How much is the delay between the 2 signals? Is it noticeable on the audio of the the 2 receivers are close to each other?
New User U
on Sep 12, 2022
BEST ANSWER: I can't see any delay whatsoever.
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- William on Mar 2, 2023
- Purchased on Jan 29, 2023
BEST ANSWER: I can't see any delay whatsoever.
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- William on Mar 2, 2023
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I am trying to drive two TVs off of one cable-box using this Amplifier Splitter (Product # 15379). The first TV is connected via a 1.5m cable, the second via a Monoprice 25 foot cable (Product # 6069). No signal makes it out of the other end to the second TV. I swapped outputs from the splitter box and still only the closer TV gets a signal. Can't it drive a 25 foot cable? Is the box defective??
John H
on Sep 21, 2022
BEST ANSWER: I'm driving a TV on a 6' cable and a projector on a 30' cable with no problem, but never at the the same time. The 30' cable is directional - check and see if the long cable ends are labeled "SOURCE" and "TV"
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- Daniel P on Sep 23, 2022
- Purchased on Feb 9, 2022
I'm returning the "regular" 25 foot cable and getting an "ACTIVE" cable like you are using. No other review/comment mentioned using active cables, so I thought the amplification in the splitter was enough to drive 25 feet. Apparently not.
I'm using this.... https://www.monoprice.com/product?p_id=12736
BEST ANSWER: I'm driving a TV on a 6' cable and a projector on a 30' cable with no problem, but never at the the same time. The 30' cable is directional - check and see if the long cable ends are labeled "SOURCE" and "TV"
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- Daniel P on Sep 23, 2022
- Purchased on Feb 9, 2022
I'm returning the "regular" 25 foot cable and getting an "ACTIVE" cable like you are using. No other review/comment mentioned using active cables, so I thought the amplification in the splitter was enough to drive 25 feet. Apparently not.
I'm using this.... https://www.monoprice.com/product?p_id=12736
I would suspect the cable before the box. I have run 30-50' HDMI cables from this box with no issues.
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- Vanessa N on Sep 23, 2022
- Purchased on Jan 6, 2022
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Is the power supply on this device compatible with 120/240V?
Kevin K
on Sep 23, 2022
BEST ANSWER: yes. It will plug into most every outlet in America. I have one and it works great in Florida.
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- Richard B on Sep 23, 2022
- Purchased on Oct 3, 2021
BEST ANSWER: yes. It will plug into most every outlet in America. I have one and it works great in Florida.
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- Richard B on Sep 23, 2022
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Will it work for a Dish Wally satellite receiver to a hd 1080 tv and
720 hd tv?
720 hd tv?
David F
on Dec 4, 2016
BEST ANSWER: Hello, our HDMI Splitters are compatible with a wide range of devices so this should properly work with that combination. I hope this helps, thank you!
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- Jericho L Staff on Dec 6, 2016
BEST ANSWER: Hello, our HDMI Splitters are compatible with a wide range of devices so this should properly work with that combination. I hope this helps, thank you!
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What is the maximum cable length for the input and the outputs?
New User U
on Dec 13, 2016
BEST ANSWER: Hello, signal length is dependent on the signal strength of the devices not the splitter. Regardless this should amplify the signal and can reach up to 100ft providing the devices can output at that length. I hope this helps, thank you.
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- Jericho L Staff on Dec 15, 2016
BEST ANSWER: Hello, signal length is dependent on the signal strength of the devices not the splitter. Regardless this should amplify the signal and can reach up to 100ft providing the devices can output at that length. I hope this helps, thank you.
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- Jericho L Staff on Dec 15, 2016
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Will this work with a 3D capable TV if one of the outputs (A/V receiver) is not 3D compatible?
A shopper
on Jan 8, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Hello, using an HDMI splitter like this to send a signal to an AVR and a display is not advisable. Due to the method at which splitters work, they force the highest quality common signal and send it to both devices. This unit features an ability to force the EDID information from output 1 or 2 but the end signal is completely dependent on the devices connected. An example is if output 1 is a display that supports 3D and 2.1 audio is forced onto the output 2 which is connected to an AVR, the AVR system will only output 2.1 audio. Certain televisions are capable of outputting 7.1 audio though they only have two speakers, and this wouldn't be an issue. I would recommend on consulting your owners manual or the displays manufacture to have a clear answer, i hope this helps a little.
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- Manuel H Staff on Jan 18, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Hello, using an HDMI splitter like this to send a signal to an AVR and a display is not advisable. Due to the method at which splitters work, they force the highest quality common signal and send it to both devices. This unit features an ability to force the EDID information from output 1 or 2 but the end signal is completely dependent on the devices connected. An example is if output 1 is a display that supports 3D and 2.1 audio is forced onto the output 2 which is connected to an AVR, the AVR system will only output 2.1 audio. Certain televisions are capable of outputting 7.1 audio though they only have two speakers, and this wouldn't be an issue. I would recommend on consulting your owners manual or the displays manufacture to have a clear answer, i hope this helps a little.
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- Manuel H Staff on Jan 18, 2017
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Will this work with PID#14745 need to split signal from stb to wall mounted tv and projector to be set up outside. Need to know if these 2 items will work together and if PID#14745 will work on a projector? It will be in line of site from stb.
Edward V
on Jan 17, 2017

Monoprice Blackbird 4K30 1x2 Amplified Video Splitter with HDMI, supports 48-bit Deep Color, 3D Video

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BEST ANSWER: They are both HDMI, so yes will work together. But the question isn't clear enough to answer specifically.
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- Justin C on Jan 17, 2017
I'm looking to put the HDMI splitter on a frontier cable box. 1 HDMI will be wired to a tv. The second one I want to use the wireless HDMI unit from the splitter to a projector that will be located outside on the patio. I want to make sure using the HDMI splitter with the wireless unit will work and secondly that the wireless unit will work on a projector.
I believe that should work just fine. Make sure the projector is within the specified range for the wireless HDMI and in line of sight. The wireless works excellently but the range and line of sight are very strict.. I recommend keeping the cables between the frontier box and the splitter and the splitter and the wireless transmitter as short as possible.
BEST ANSWER: They are both HDMI, so yes will work together. But the question isn't clear enough to answer specifically.
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- Justin C on Jan 17, 2017
I'm looking to put the HDMI splitter on a frontier cable box. 1 HDMI will be wired to a tv. The second one I want to use the wireless HDMI unit from the splitter to a projector that will be located outside on the patio. I want to make sure using the HDMI splitter with the wireless unit will work and secondly that the wireless unit will work on a projector.
I believe that should work just fine. Make sure the projector is within the specified range for the wireless HDMI and in line of sight. The wireless works excellently but the range and line of sight are very strict.. I recommend keeping the cables between the frontier box and the splitter and the splitter and the wireless transmitter as short as possible.
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I am looking to splitt the hdmi signal from my Directv H25 receiver to a second tv. Does this splitter work without having a HDCP compliant error?
New User U
on Feb 4, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Hello, thank you for your question. Unfortunately due to the large variance of television receivers and the general nature of Satellite/cable decoders, adding splitters or extenders between the source to the displays can commonly cause issues and require some trial and error. We would recommend trying to make the run as direct as possible and making sure the HDCP version used by the receiver is supported by all your equipment. I hope this helps, and of course if you have any more questions feel free to contact us!
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- Jeff M Staff on Feb 17, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Hello, thank you for your question. Unfortunately due to the large variance of television receivers and the general nature of Satellite/cable decoders, adding splitters or extenders between the source to the displays can commonly cause issues and require some trial and error. We would recommend trying to make the run as direct as possible and making sure the HDCP version used by the receiver is supported by all your equipment. I hope this helps, and of course if you have any more questions feel free to contact us!
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- Jeff M Staff on Feb 17, 2017
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What is the Copy/Auto switch? I read the manual and it still is not clear.
A shopper
on Feb 22, 2017
BEST ANSWER: The copy option would force the EDID for HDMI out 1 to be the same for HDMI out 2.
Auto would have the splitter pass through the signal instead.
Auto would have the splitter pass through the signal instead.
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- Tyler C Staff on Jan 25, 2019
BEST ANSWER: The copy option would force the EDID for HDMI out 1 to be the same for HDMI out 2.
Auto would have the splitter pass through the signal instead.
Auto would have the splitter pass through the signal instead.
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- Tyler C Staff on Jan 25, 2019
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Would this splitter work if I wanted to put a 4k signal to my TV but also put an HDMI signal to my non-4k reciever to pass bitstream audio?
Scott G
on May 13, 2017
BEST ANSWER: I don't see why not. I don't have a 4K TVs but if works fine with my 2 non 4K tvs
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- Nathan M on May 13, 2017
- Purchased on Jul 10, 2016
BEST ANSWER: I don't see why not. I don't have a 4K TVs but if works fine with my 2 non 4K tvs
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- Nathan M on May 13, 2017
- Purchased on Jul 10, 2016
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Does this splitter passthrough cec to power on/off multiple tvs?
mopwr
on Aug 31, 2017
BEST ANSWER: In my experience, no it does not.
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- William on Mar 2, 2023
- Purchased on Jan 29, 2023
BEST ANSWER: In my experience, no it does not.
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- William on Mar 2, 2023
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I bought this item. The User Manual says they can be used SIMULTANEOUSLY. Yet I find a switch, and that they do not work SIMULTANEOUSLY (See 1. Introduction). What can I do?
Brian L
on Dec 7, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Hello and thank you for your question. Please contact us at [email protected] 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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- Tyler C Staff on Jun 25, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Hello and thank you for your question. Please contact us at [email protected] 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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- Tyler C Staff on Jun 25, 2019
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Will this boost the hdmi signal to the tv. Got a 50’ hdmi cable and the tv won’t pic up cable signal?
A shopper
on Feb 10, 2018
BEST ANSWER: It boosts enough to allow both signals; 1 2 feet; other 15 feet away.
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- MICHAEL K. on Oct 15, 2022
- Purchased on Sep 12, 2022
BEST ANSWER: It boosts enough to allow both signals; 1 2 feet; other 15 feet away.
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Rated 5 out of 5
HDMI splitter
I needed to split HDMI signal to go to a DVR which only have RCA inputs. Using the splitter and HDMI convertor it work but the splitter I had interfered with the audio, I got this one and everything works great.
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Rated 5 out of 5
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Rated 4 out of 5
works with quirks
Works great with one monitor on.....problem the signal leaks some of the settings from one to the other....i.e., had one set to turn off after 2 hours...which caused the set that was on to turn off....took forever for me to figure out....other than that, works as advertised!
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Response from Monoprice
Thank you for your good review! We are glad to hear that you are happy with our Monoprice Amplifier Splitter. We agree that this product works as advertised and allows you to split one HDMI input signal into two HDMI output signals.
We have noted your comment about the signal leakage issue that you encountered with the splitter. This is a known quirk that occurs when the HDMI source device sends a power management signal to the splitter, which then affects both of the connected displays. This can be avoided by disabling the power saving mode on the source device, or by using a different HDMI cable that does not support this feature.
You can also contact our product specialist team for more optimization options if needed via [email protected]. Thank you for choosing our product and giving us your feedback.
We have noted your comment about the signal leakage issue that you encountered with the splitter. This is a known quirk that occurs when the HDMI source device sends a power management signal to the splitter, which then affects both of the connected displays. This can be avoided by disabling the power saving mode on the source device, or by using a different HDMI cable that does not support this feature.
You can also contact our product specialist team for more optimization options if needed via [email protected]. Thank you for choosing our product and giving us your feedback.
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Eli S
Rated 3 out of 5
Not pleased
This item does not work as promised. I am required to turn off the signal from my cable to have the second TV work. Not what is advertised.
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Rated 5 out of 5
Works well. I used it to resolve a problem where the Roku would not sync up with our small Vizio TV. No more screen freezes or HDCP errors.
Works well. I used it to resolve a problem where the Roku would not sync up with our small Vizio TV. No more screen freezes or HDCP errors.
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Rated 5 out of 5
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works like it should, great price.
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Rated 5 out of 5
great price - works as stated
Works on the bench, will install to our AV theatre after remodel. Great price!
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Rated 4 out of 5
Works so far in our testing
We've only used it for testing so far and haven't had a chance to put it through it's paces, but it seems like it's working.
You can have only one output peripheral to this, but it has to be plugged into Output 1. Output 2 will not display anything until you plug a device into Output 1.
You can have only one output peripheral to this, but it has to be plugged into Output 1. Output 2 will not display anything until you plug a device into Output 1.
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Rated 5 out of 5
Works fine
I use it to split the HDMI from Tivo device so that I can view on large screen T and/or smaller TV I have set up right in front of my stepper device. It's a must and this splitter does the job.
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Rated 5 out of 5
Requires 8K cables but works good
Works best with 8k cables and HDMI only. Depending on the sending device are you there at the turn on or turn off UHD, Apple has to be turned off GOOGLE?s Google TV has to be turned on. Does not like an HDMI to display port
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