Connecting External Tuner to NTSC TV
The VGA Connection
Where only Antenna or Cables coaxial feeder are available, a tuner, such as the HRT600, is required.
The HRT600 has a built-in VGA converter.
It converts PAL and SECAM signals to computer digital RGB/VGA format with several high resolution options.
An NTSC TV with VGA input (also referred to as HD-15 connection or PC input) is required.
Using your TV as a monitor you eliminate many problems and issues related to PAL/NTSC conversion. The VGA format is
fast and reliable connection.
Typical Connection
Coaxial Feeder from the wall ---> Tuner RF Input ---> VGA & Audio Out ---> Your NTSC TV VGA Input
We strongly suggest to verify with your TV user manual or the TV maker that the VGA connection
input is available on your TV BEFORE placing your order.
Why should you prefer VGA Connection over HDMI connection for Analog (PAL or NTSC) TV Tuners?
The HDMI connection is designed to work with DIGITAL signals. It has a built-in feature, the HDCP (High Definition Copy Protection). The HDCP is activated by a digital code that is embedded in the digital content.
According to many technical sources Tuners/Converters with HDMI output tend to "confuse" the analog TV signal to be an HDCP command that
blocks the picture display. Many TV sets, 2-3 years old or even newer, can not see the difference between real to false command.
The result is blocked TV signal and a white or black blank TV screen. Recording TV programs to DVD will also be disabled and blocked.
On the other hand, the VGA connection is a reliable connection that does not have any blocking features. It also provides many HD resolution options.
Most of the government agencies, the military, public services, medical institutes, education institutes and corporations prefer VGA/RGB connections over HDMI for critical applications.
So, why taking a risk?
|
 Read more about Important Installation Tips
here!
A VGA connection is shown in the picture below:
Close This Window
LMD: Monday, November 07 2011
SED: Saturday, February 04 2012
V. A-00176
|