Q: 05' Mac G5 - DVI/HDMI

I have 05' G5 Mac (2.7). Trying to connect it via DVI/HDMI adapter to LCD TV (2013). I've tried three different adapters. No luck. DVI ports work with my 20'' ACER LCD Monitor (2008). I'd appreciate any help.

PowerMac, Mac OS X (10.6.8)

Posted on Apr 22, 2013 7:41 PM

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by BDAqua,

BDAqua Apr 22, 2013 8:12 PM in response to Zandru
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Apr 22, 2013 8:12 PM in response to Zandru

Whew, our G5s are before HDMI, I don't have any idea if it'll work with such a closed standard, but are there input choices on the Monitor itdelf, like PC, DVR, TV, etc.?
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by Zandru,

Zandru Apr 23, 2013 12:32 AM in response to BDAqua
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Apr 23, 2013 12:32 AM in response to BDAqua

Yes, there is input choices on the TV for several other HDMI's, VGA, USB & RCA....

I just though that since DVI is a digital signal, it should (using an adapter) be able to covert the signal over to the HDMI.

Would using a DVI to VGA adapter just be easier/possible? If so, what's the down side?

Thanks.
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kaz-k Apr 23, 2013 8:07 AM in response to Zandru
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Apr 23, 2013 8:07 AM in response to Zandru

In my case, DVI to HDMI cable(PCi PL-HDDV02) with my PowerMac G5(late 2004) and SHARP full HD TV(LC-22K7) works well.

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BDAqua Apr 23, 2013 11:08 AM in response to Zandru
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Apr 23, 2013 11:08 AM in response to Zandru

Supposedly, VGA doesn't give as clear a pic, but not the case here, maybe my poor viosion.
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BDAqua Apr 23, 2013 11:08 AM in response to kaz-k
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Apr 23, 2013 11:08 AM in response to kaz-k

Thanks for the info kaz-k!
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kaz-k Apr 24, 2013 1:24 AM in response to Zandru
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Apr 24, 2013 1:24 AM in response to Zandru

Suppose Amazon Basics HDMI to DVI adapter cable would work as well, however it depends on the TV you try to connect, I think.

http://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-HDMI-Adapter-Cable-Meters/dp/B001TH7T2U/ref=s r_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1366791049&sr=8-1&keywords=HDMI+to+DVI+cable

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Zandru Apr 24, 2013 7:24 PM in response to kaz-k
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Apr 24, 2013 7:24 PM in response to kaz-k

Could the TV really make a difference?

I ask this because I've tried three different DVI/HDMI Adapters. The first one was a cheap noname brand bought from Amazon.ca, while the other two were from Best Buy. However, I should mention that one of the adapters stated HDMI to DVI on the package; not sure if this an issue or not.

I did try all three adapters on two seperate TV in the house; RCA & Philps.

I truely cannont understand why I'm having such an issue with this connection.

Zandru
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Zandru Apr 25, 2013 2:15 AM in response to Zandru
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Apr 25, 2013 2:15 AM in response to Zandru

LoL..... I got a stupid question that I'm hoping solves everything.... Is there a special commend/key strokes required for my desired affect?
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