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OBCT · 10-11-2008, 11:35 AM

No to be a jerk ... but I think I covered it in post #7 of this very thread.

I will re-state:

The only issue you might have is if you need a long HDMI cable to connect from the mini-DVI/HDMI adapter to your TV. As I already stated, a run longer than 15 feet could cause some problems, so keep the HDMI cable in this range or less and you will be totally fine.

If you happen to need a longer cable run to get from your Macbook to your TV(s), then it might be worth experimenting. But seriously, a $10 adapter + $10 in cables and S&H from monoprice is hardly a deterrent. In all likelihood, the setup will work flawlessly for years just like that.

10-11-2008, 11:35 AM	#13
OBCT Powerplay Quarterback Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Medicine Hat Exp:	No to be a jerk ... but I think I covered it in post #7 of this very thread. I will re-state: The only issue you might have is if you need a long HDMI cable to connect from the mini-DVI/HDMI adapter to your TV. As I already stated, a run longer than 15 feet could cause some problems, so keep the HDMI cable in this range or less and you will be totally fine. If you happen to need a longer cable run to get from your Macbook to your TV(s), then it might be worth experimenting. But seriously, a $10 adapter + $10 in cables and S&H from monoprice is hardly a deterrent. In all likelihood, the setup will work flawlessly for years just like that.