Product Description
This is a manual routing cable, not a signal duplicator: it takes one HDMI source and lets you switch it between two displays, with only one output live at a time.
What it actually does
The 2-Way HDMI Splitter Cable takes a single HDMI male input and feeds it to two HDMI female outputs. You choose which output is active — it does not mirror the picture to both screens at once.
Where it fits in a CCTV setup
Useful where one HDMI source needs to reach either of two possible screens — for example, a DVR output that you sometimes send to a local monitor and sometimes to a second display elsewhere, switched manually rather than shown on both.
It also works with general AV gear: HDTVs, PS3, LED TVs, DVD players and most LCD projectors.
Key specs
- Input: 1x HDMI male
- Outputs: 2x HDMI female (one active at a time)
- Max resolution: 1080p
- Connectors: gold-plated
- Not compatible with: HDCP-protected sources or MacBook devices
Before you buy
Check your source isn't HDCP-protected — some DVRs and streaming devices are, and this splitter won't pass their signal through. If you need both screens showing the same feed simultaneously, this isn't the right tool; it's a switch, not a distribution amp.
Specifications
- Color
- Black
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this show the picture on both screens at the same time?
No — only one of the two outputs is active at a time; you switch between them rather than mirroring the signal.
What's the maximum resolution it supports?
Up to 1080p.
Will it work with an HDCP-protected source or a MacBook?
No, the source states it is not compatible with HDCP-protected sources or MacBook devices.
What connections does it have?
One HDMI male input and two HDMI female outputs, with gold-plated connectors.
