Does this item have an on/off switch of any type? I'd like to be able to normally use one monitor but, at a button-press, push to two monitors.
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There is no power switch or means to disable one of the VGA outputs. It's an always-on splitter, not a switch.
836491
This sends the identical VGA/SVGA signal to two monitors, such as a local monitor for your computer and a remote one such as a projector or large screen TV. If I recall correctly, it does not have a power switch (or even a power indicator), but of course you could plug it into a switched outlet. If you want to spread your display across multiple monitors (different video data on each), you will need a laptop computer with a VGA/SVGA port, or a desktop computer with more than one VGA/SVGA output connector.
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I do not recall any switch on it (and do not see one from here- but it is difficult to view fully with computer tower, desk, etc. as is placed), but I use mine with one monitor, and it does not transfer to television screen (which I use it for instead of another monitor) unless I change the source for the television to it. I suspect (but do not know) you could do the same controlling the source....not sure, but found this online in case it pertains: http://superuser.com/questions/156058/how-can-i-share-a-monitor-between-two-computers Best wishes!
1294345
No. There's only one switch and it works as a toggle from one mode to another.
2135916
I don't remember how many monitors came with it, it's been awhile since I bought it. if I remember correctly, they offer a model with dual monitors. I have #2 extra ones for sale. Shoot me a fair price and your location for shipping, if you can only buy a unit with less monitors then you need...
1950325
The one I bought came with a cable that allows for dual monitors. I haven't tried it with this machine, however, so I can't say how well it works. In general, running dual monitors shouldn't be a big deal with Windows,
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I used it to switch between inputs. Only one input at at time sending the same output to two screens.
1596669
No , it only allows for one tv monitor where you can switch between 2 sources of input.
1952767
Not with this device. Also, supposedly this device can also switch back and forth between two monitors from one computer. It doesn't do that either. In fact the one I bought did nothing at all and I threw it away.
1996107
actually you use one monitor, keyboard and mouse between two computers. You switch what the display is showing with a simple button.
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I've had mine for a few months now and am pleased with it. Just know that your two monitors will act as one single monitor. It does not bother me and have learned,to work with it.
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Not concurrently, in my experience.It will let you toggle between 2, if you have 3 connected.If you want to have a third monitor for basic 2-D stuff, you might get one of those add on USB-DVI/VGA devices, but they are CPU intensive.
2005727
This only allows one additional monitor to be plugged in. In addition to a currently running monitor. This will not allow you to run 2 monitors plus your standard monitor. It will only allow a +1 monitor
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Ello Peter ... there's a toggle switch on the front of the monitor ... which honestly I've never used, as I've only ever had one device with it. I've either had my PC plugged into the DVI port - or - now - currently - I'm using it as a short term solution till I figure out which tv I'm going to purchase next. Thanks.
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Yes. You can add at least 1 more camera (I have two cameras) and you can toggle between the two on the monitor. But, you can only have one monitor. I tried getting a second so that two people in two different rooms can monitor, but it only supports one monitor.
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I'd like to note that this can actually be a feature!! In fact - I am specifically looking for a hdmi switch that DOES NOT auto sense. Can be very useful when switch is hooked up to 2 computers and turning computers on/off.
1684902
The unit has two outputs. You can send any of the the four inputs to either or both of the two outputs from the remote or the unit. But both outputs are always on, so you don't ever really change outputs on the unit. If you plugged both outputs into one monitor then you could switch between the outputs on the monitor, but again that wouldn't be done with the unit.
1059709
I believe you asking if you can setup multiple monitors with in windows with this device, No, one input that is reproduced 4 times.
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When you go to DEVICES in Windows 8 it shows connection for 2nd screen if connected. I have not done this but assume you would go one on VGA and the other on HDMI. I ASSume it should work that way.