2 TV Connection?

actionjackson · 25-05-2004, 11:02

Hi,

I am trying to connect 2 televisions to one set top box, but can anyone tell me if there is a way of changing the set top box channels from both tv's and not just the primary tv? Help!

Neil · 25-05-2004, 11:16

Hi, &

to the site.

I'm sorry, but I'm not sure what it is you are trying to do.

Do you want to watch different channels on 2 x TVs from 1 x STB?

Let us have a bit more detail, & I'm sure we'll be able to help you.

actionjackson · 25-05-2004, 11:24

Hi Neil,

Thanks for your reply. I am trying to connect a 2nd tv in the bedroom from the set top box which is already connected to the living room tv.

Is there a device or way of changing the channel on the set top from the bedroom with the remote control and not having to go back to the lounge and change the channel.

I hope this is enough information, if not i can provide more.

Many Thanks
actionjackson

Neil · 25-05-2004, 11:27

Ah....

Now I follow!

You need something that I cannot remember the name of at the moment!!

Bear with me for a while, I'm sure someone here knows the device I mean.......

altis · 25-05-2004, 12:09

Can you tell what type of STB you have - there should be a label on its bottom with a model number.

Older boxes only support an 'obscure' infra-red protocol for which you would need a Digi-Eye infra-red remote extender. Newer boxes also support the 'standard' infra-red protocol and, for these, you could use any old videosender which could well be cheaper (and would have the side-effect of sending your video signal wirelessly too). If you want to connect to several devices (eg. cable, vcr, dvd) then you could check out the Digisender x4 Gold.

What a pitty that NTL never introduced the RIR100 which would have been ideal for actionjackson

actionjackson · 25-05-2004, 12:34

Guys

Thanks for your advice.

Actionjackson

Neil · 25-05-2004, 12:40

Quote:

Originally Posted by altis

Can you tell what type of STB you have - there should be a label on its bottom with a model number.

Older boxes only support an 'obscure' infra-red protocol for which you would need a Digi-Eye infra-red remote extender. Newer boxes also support the 'standard' infra-red protocol and, for these, you could use any old videosender which could well be cheaper (and would have the side-effect of sending your video signal wirelessly too). If you want to connect to several devices (eg. cable, vcr, dvd) then you could check out the Digisender x4 Gold.

What a pitty that NTL never introduced the RIR100 which would have been ideal for actionjackson

That's the one!!

I knew someone would remember!!