BENQ Screen Classroom Setup

[mickeyh080]

We've recently had a 75" BENQ interactive screen installed in one of our classrooms but I'm having problems with the set up so would be interested what others use to solve the problem. The Classroom is configured with a PC with VGA and HDMI out and 2 monitors both with VGA and HDMI input together with the BENQ screen. Ideally I would prefer not to use the VGA option as the resolution and picture quality compared to HDMI is poor. Have tried using an HDMI 2 port splitter for one monitor and the BENQ but possibly the splitter is not man enough for the task as its frequently loses connection especially if the teacher logs out of her PC and another one logs in resulting in the second monitor not showing any signal input. Replacing the HDMI splitter is more likely the option but this still means I have to use VGA for the other monitor. Is it possible to purchase an HDMI splitter which will enable 3 outputs although I expect these would all still be mirrored not extended or would installing an additional video card be the best option to replace the VGA output.

[dmason2]

hmm, would one of these be any good for you? https://www.amazon.co.uk/Splitter-Supports-Switcher-Compatible-Projector-Black/dp/B082Z3L4SN/ref=asc_df_B082Z3L4SN/?tag=&linkCode=df0&hvadid=394354479831&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=8002092194596397974&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=1006884&hvtargid=pla-863481812568&ref=&adgrpid=80811964206&th=1 would save having to buy a cheap video card just to output hdmi

[mickeyh080]

Thanks for the link, by any chance have you used this specific one as looking at the reviews for most of the splitters on Amazon generally they don't seem that good. Was hoping someone could recommend a specific brand/type.

[BenQ_Royce]

if you're just looking to mirror, assuming it's a newish BenQ screen, have you tried using the HDMI Out? you can select the resolution in the OSD so configured to your secondary display. drop me a PM and I can get someone to help you.

[JRowley]

Not sure if you've thought of doing this but I would do VGA to the monitor and HDMI to the BenQ and then set the PC to duplicate, alternatively just keep the BenQ as a second screen and train staff on using a second screen as it has a lot of advantages.

[SamanthaD]

Is the 75" display ok if you go direct into the PC?

 

I think you're guess is correct - your splitter isn't the correct tool for the job. The fact you're calling it a splitter doesn't help! You need a Distribution Amplifier (DA), this actively amplifies the signal and often has features such as EDID management (it may be that the 2 screens have different refresh rates or colour spaces, which a proper DA will be able to manage for you).

[BenQ_Chris]

Hi, happy to assist if possible. Can you drop me a DM with model number. Can you advise if it is connected to the internet and what the firmware version is please?

 

Chris

BenQ UK