AA1832 and AA2256 Frequently Asked Questions

How can you connect 2 monitors to 1 PC with these leads, they are not long enough?
You will require two further SVGA, VGA leads, of the correct length to connect from the splitter to each monitor.

Could there be a resolution problem if the 2 screen do not have the same resolution?
Yes, the two monitors must support the resolution as provided by the graphics card.

Does this splitter and the SVGA cables that you sell, work at XGA resolution?
Yes, we do stock XGA specification cable and splitters.
This splitter is not suitable for XGA but our AA2256 is.
For cables you should choose the black range of cables and not the beige. The black range can be found here.

Can I have a 1 programs running on 1 monitor and 1 program on another?
No, this adapter connects two monitors to the same output.

Can this cable be used the other way round, i.e. to have a choice of 2 PCs to connect to a projector? What would happen if both PCs were accidentally on together?
No, we suggest you the switch box AA1700. It is never a good idea to connect two outputs, i.e. Monitor outputs together.

Will there be any degradation of image quality when connecting two monitors to a PC using a VGA splitter cable?
There could be degradation of image for:

Long runs, should be OK for monitor cables up to about 20M. After this you might need to boost the VGA signal.
Difference in monitor cable lengths (i.e. one at 2M and the other at 20M). The could be difference in colour between the two monitors. This is a function of the monitor signal down the cable. You might be able to adjust any colour differences at the monitor.

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