Recommend DVI to HDMI or VGA connection

**Mccrew** · **08-07-09, 09:59 AM**

Hello,

I am new to the forum and have just finished our HT. I am connecting a HTPC to the projector - I have DVI and VGA available on the video card. Which would you recommend - VGA to VGA on the projector or DVI to HDMI on the Projector? Distance ~ 25'.
Thanks!

**jackfish** · **08-07-09, 10:52 AM**

While DVI to HDMI adapter cables are more expensive than VGA cables, I would think you would get a better signal from your DVI output which is compatible with HDMI through such an adapter cable.

**tonyvdb** · **08-07-09, 12:48 PM**

I agree with Jay, Going with the DVI to HDMI is the best choice as you will have far less problems with the dreaded HDCP handshake.

**steiny93** · **11-05-09, 04:03 PM**

agreed, dvi to hdmi, i have the same setup in our theater and it works great
you can find very reasonable cables online, monoprice / bluejeans / pacificcable all come to mind

**Mccrew** · **11-16-09, 02:08 PM**

Thanks, consensus is to use the DVI to HDMI.

**tonyvdb** · **11-16-09, 02:17 PM**

Since your in Canada it will be cheaper to simply get it from here Unless you can get it locally for about the same. I have the exact same cable and its very good quality 33' long You will pay more after shipping for the cables from the US due to boarder fees.

**Mike P.** · **11-16-09, 02:54 PM**

You can also try Cable Sales Canada:

http://www.cablesalescanada.com/

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