how do I run component cables a long distance?

Question

I want to run another tv in my game room off of my hd directv reciever. The run is about 75 feet. I read something about using baluns which convert it to cat 5? Also, if I am already using the HDMI output on my reciever, will the reciever also output in component video simultaneously?

Answer 1

Firstly, MOST receivers keep ALL of their VIDEO outputs active no matter what's going on...Thank goodness for that.

"RG6" coax cable can go OVER 100 feet with 0% signal loss...But you have to turn the "F-connector" into an "RCA" on each end of the cable...And you must have 3 of these creations to make your COMPONENT cable...In fact, I use these MODIFIED "RG6" cables for EVERYTHING in my hometheater.

Whether it's video or audio, the difference is 10 times better than Monster Cable...But be sure to insert your "RCA" connectors into EACH end of your pre-terminated, "F-connected" RG6 with a couple of WRENCHES...Hand-tighening will NOT give you 0% signal loss...Here's a link to click on to see how to start MAKING your OWN cables...(anywhere from 3 feet to 100 feet)
http://www.whydoesmyhometheatersuck.com/budgetcables.html

Answer 2

Since component runs only up to 25 ft without significant degradation, I would agree that running CAT5 would be the better option.

But, it's going to cost you to get a converter. I am sure there are cheaper models, but Extron is top of the line that people use for high end home theaters. Check out this link.

http://www.extron.com/technology/archive.asp?id=featurecat5family

As for HDMI, you would need to run that over CAT5 as well. Here is an HDMI to CAT5 converter.

http://www.extron.com/product/product.asp?id=hdmi201txrx&subtype=213&view=desc

After spending several hundred dollars, you are better off just moving everything to one room or buying another HD receiver.

Answer 3

in case you would be working your wires greater then 25' you ought to run RG59 or RG6. you may get very virtually a 300 foot run without loosing sign high quality. then you definately can placed what ever form of end you want on. different than HDMI of direction. reckoning on your projector you ought to run sufficient cable to apply approximately seventy 5% of the projectors hook ups. in case you have a projector with in basic terms some connections make the hassle to run for all of them. via fact the projector is in basic terms going to get video you mustn't ought to run from now on then 8 to ten cables. 3 for each ingredient, a million for each Composite, and doubtless a million for S-video with a RCA to S-video adapter. looking RG59 and RG6 in bulk could be tricky. on your city you ought to have a house theater installer. Ask them in case you ought to purchase a field or reel from them. Then circulate to Radio Shack or abode depot and get the right kit to strip and connect the ends to the RG59/RG6. sturdy good fortune

Answer 4

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