woltert1 0 Posted June 12, 2012 I would like to put a monitor in our bedroom to watch and control my system. I currently am using 12 of the 16 channels but will be adding on the rest shortly. Am I better using a VGA or HDMI KVM extender? The dvr is a computer ganz DR16HD and supports both formats. I am not sure which will work better( picture, control, etc). I have remote viewing ,but it is not the same as a direct connection. I will be using a 32" TV/monitor from Samsung. I would like to know if anyone can tell me which is better for this setup and if there are any brand recommendations for the KVM or monitor. The run will be 70-80 Ft so I will need some kind of an extender. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Visiocom 0 Posted June 12, 2012 Hi I would recommend you to go for VGA option. Mainly because the resolution for this particular unit is the same for both HDMI and VGA. And VGA will be a cheaper option. But you need a VGA entender. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Soundy 1 Posted June 12, 2012 Visio finally gets one right! HDMI will give better results, but VGA will be FAR cheaper in this instance. You want a KVM-over-Cat5 extender, ideally one that supports both remote and local consoles. ATEN makes some good units that we've used on a number of sites: http://www.aten.com/products/productList.php?prdClassInput=By%20Function&prdSubClassInput=20110118145055001&prdInput=2011011814518001 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tomcctv 190 Posted June 12, 2012 hi. another way is a android tv box .....if your dvr has a android app. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HDSecurityStore 0 Posted June 13, 2012 HDMI is only recommended up to 50ft. Anymore, you would need to convert hdmi to cat5 to hdmi again. VGA or HDMI, at those lengths do not buy a cheap thin cable. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
