# Cables, AV Splitters, AV Extenders **URL:** https://community.startech.com/c/cables-av-splitters-av-extenders/13.md [Latest](https://community.startech.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.startech.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.startech.com/tags.md) --- ## [About the Cables, AV Splitters, AV Extenders category](https://community.startech.com/t/about-the-cables-av-splitters-av-extenders-category/511)
**Author:** [@system](https://community.startech.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 0
USB, Thunderbolt, Lightning, Network, Structured Wiring, AV --- ## [Video Quality Issues on ST12MHDLAN4K using direct connection](https://community.startech.com/t/video-quality-issues-on-st12mhdlan4k-using-direct-connection/1942)
**Author:** [@Jvalley](https://community.startech.com/u/Jvalley)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 2, 2026, 2:56pm UTC](https://community.startech.com/t/video-quality-issues-on-st12mhdlan4k-using-direct-connection/1942 "2026-09-02T14:56:31Z")
I am setting up a test using a laptop with the ST12MHDLAN4K HDMI over IP extender. I am getting a signal and the laptop is correctly detecting the monitor as an additional screen. However the video quality is very scramb… --- ## [Integra with LG WebOS?](https://community.startech.com/t/integra-with-lg-webos/1911)
**Author:** [@davidalmstrom](https://community.startech.com/u/davidalmstrom)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 7, 2026, 7:35pm UTC](https://community.startech.com/t/integra-with-lg-webos/1911 "2026-04-07T19:35:27Z")
I struggle with getting sound from my LG WebOS TV connecting HDMI eARC port to my Integra A/V Receiver. I have ethernet cabling between but a normal HMDI extender does not work as it seems like it has to be bi-directiona… --- ## [I have a problem with a HDMI/USB extender ST121USBHD](https://community.startech.com/t/i-have-a-problem-with-a-hdmi-usb-extender-st121usbhd/673)
**Author:** [@roger79](https://community.startech.com/u/roger79)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 11, 2026, 9:15am UTC](https://community.startech.com/t/i-have-a-problem-with-a-hdmi-usb-extender-st121usbhd/673 "2026-03-11T09:15:00Z")
Hi. I am trying to get a HDMI extender to work but I am not getting any video signal. Source: Lenovo Thinkcentre HDMI running Windows 11 Pro Connected the local unit to the computer with a StarTech.com HDMI cable Conn… --- ## [DP2DVID2 occasionally giving fuzzy screen](https://community.startech.com/t/dp2dvid2-occasionally-giving-fuzzy-screen/1522)
**Author:** [@Spaceboy](https://community.startech.com/u/Spaceboy)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [November 10, 2025, 7:25am UTC](https://community.startech.com/t/dp2dvid2-occasionally-giving-fuzzy-screen/1522 "2025-11-10T07:25:45Z")
Purchased a new GPU with only HDMI and DP ports. Connected one screen via DP fine. 2nd screen is a 1440p DVI input only, so purchased a Startech DP2DVID2 adapter (DisplayPort to DVI Dual Link Active Adapter - DisplayPort… --- ## [Article: IGMP and the ST12MHDLAN Series](https://community.startech.com/t/article-igmp-and-the-st12mhdlan-series/1840)
**Author:** [@EmmanuelB](https://community.startech.com/u/EmmanuelB)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2025, 8:59pm UTC](https://community.startech.com/t/article-igmp-and-the-st12mhdlan-series/1840 "2025-11-04T20:59:37Z")
What is IGMP? IGMP (Internet Group Management Protocol) is a network protocol that allows devices to join or leave multicast groups. In practice, it tells a managed switch or router which ports actually need a multicast … --- ## [Pexusb3s42 not working properly on Supermicro X12SCZ-F](https://community.startech.com/t/pexusb3s42-not-working-properly-on-supermicro-x12scz-f/1803)
**Author:** [@khairu](https://community.startech.com/u/khairu)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 10, 2025, 2:51pm UTC](https://community.startech.com/t/pexusb3s42-not-working-properly-on-supermicro-x12scz-f/1803 "2025-09-10T14:51:41Z")
i installed 2 pexusb3s42 on supermicro X12SCZ-F with drivers one of them is placed on PCIe x16 and the other one PCIe x4 right beside it but when i plug the usb or mouse or keyboard in one of the PEXUSB3S42 the other one… --- ## [Article: What are the main differences between HDMI 2.1 and 2.0a and 2.0b? And are they backwards compatible?](https://community.startech.com/t/article-what-are-the-main-differences-between-hdmi-2-1-and-2-0a-and-2-0b-and-are-they-backwards-compatible/1656)
**Author:** [@EmmanuelB](https://community.startech.com/u/EmmanuelB)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 30, 2025, 8:20pm UTC](https://community.startech.com/t/article-what-are-the-main-differences-between-hdmi-2-1-and-2-0a-and-2-0b-and-are-they-backwards-compatible/1656 "2025-05-30T20:20:02Z")
HDMI Versions Explained: Key Differences HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) has evolved over the years to support higher resolutions, better audio, and advanced features. Here’s a quick breakdown of the main HDM… --- ## [Disservizio con 116E-USBC-DOCK](https://community.startech.com/t/disservizio-con-116e-usbc-dock/1672)
**Author:** [@AlexDNA](https://community.startech.com/u/AlexDNA)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 5, 2025, 4:52pm UTC](https://community.startech.com/t/disservizio-con-116e-usbc-dock/1672 "2025-06-05T16:52:45Z")
Spett.le Startech.com, sono Alessandro de Nardis e sono un consulente che si occupa delle Meeting Rooms presso Ferrari SPA. Abbiamo acquistato un’ingente numero di docking tramite Sangalli & Terzi SPA ed abbiamo effettua… --- ## [Article: How Can I Extend an HDMI Display Over Distance?](https://community.startech.com/t/article-how-can-i-extend-an-hdmi-display-over-distance/1654)
**Author:** [@EmmanuelB](https://community.startech.com/u/EmmanuelB)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 30, 2025, 7:57pm UTC](https://community.startech.com/t/article-how-can-i-extend-an-hdmi-display-over-distance/1654 "2025-05-30T19:57:26Z")
How Can I Extend an HDMI Display Over Distance? When it comes to connecting HDMI displays, the shortest connection is always preferred for optimal performance and simplicity. However, certain setups or situations may req… --- ## [Article: What is the best cable to use as Meta Quest Link cable? (UCC-3M-10G-USB-CABLE)](https://community.startech.com/t/article-what-is-the-best-cable-to-use-as-meta-quest-link-cable-ucc-3m-10g-usb-cable/1653)
**Author:** [@EmmanuelB](https://community.startech.com/u/EmmanuelB)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 30, 2025, 7:31pm UTC](https://community.startech.com/t/article-what-is-the-best-cable-to-use-as-meta-quest-link-cable-ucc-3m-10g-usb-cable/1653 "2025-05-30T19:31:21Z")
StarTech.com’s UCC-3M-10G-USB-CABLE is an excellent choice for expanding your play area with a 3-meter cable. This cable is compatible with the Meta Quest 2, 3, and 3S, and supports all the requirements from Meta for an … --- ## [Article: How can I tell which USB-C cable to purchase?](https://community.startech.com/t/article-how-can-i-tell-which-usb-c-cable-to-purchase/1655)
**Author:** [@EmmanuelB](https://community.startech.com/u/EmmanuelB)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 30, 2025, 8:04pm UTC](https://community.startech.com/t/article-how-can-i-tell-which-usb-c-cable-to-purchase/1655 "2025-05-30T20:04:16Z")
StarTech.com offers a wide range of USB-C cables to meet various needs, from USB 2.0 cables used for charging smartphones to the latest USB 4 and Thunderbolt 5 cables that support speeds up to 80Gbps and power delivery u… --- ## [Convert HDMI output to DisplayPort input](https://community.startech.com/t/convert-hdmi-output-to-displayport-input/1645)
**Author:** [@Mitch](https://community.startech.com/u/Mitch)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 26, 2025, 3:29pm UTC](https://community.startech.com/t/convert-hdmi-output-to-displayport-input/1645 "2025-05-26T15:29:49Z")
Hi! I need to connect my laptop which has an HDMI output to my monitor that has a DisplayPort input. What cable/converter should I purchase to accomplish this? TIA, Mitch --- ## [Which converter to buy in order to connect computer HDMI output to my monitor displayport input](https://community.startech.com/t/which-converter-to-buy-in-order-to-connect-computer-hdmi-output-to-my-monitor-displayport-input/1623)
**Author:** [@mitch8](https://community.startech.com/u/mitch8)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 26, 2025, 10:48am UTC](https://community.startech.com/t/which-converter-to-buy-in-order-to-connect-computer-hdmi-output-to-my-monitor-displayport-input/1623 "2025-05-26T10:48:15Z")
I am trying to connect my computer’s video output (HDMI) to my Dell monitor (P2213f) DP input. I purchased an adaptor but it did not work. The computer’s HDMI outputs works fine on an HDMI monitor and the monitor is a fu… --- ## [HDMI Extender via Dock](https://community.startech.com/t/hdmi-extender-via-dock/1618)
**Author:** [@haximo](https://community.startech.com/u/haximo)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2025, 1:36pm UTC](https://community.startech.com/t/hdmi-extender-via-dock/1618 "2025-05-13T13:36:46Z")
Trying to use the HDMI over IP extender ST12MHDLAN4K with a “Club 3d” brand USB-C dock so users have a single cable to plug into in our boardroom. If I connect a laptop directly via hdmi to the ST12MHDLAN4K it works fine… --- ## [USB to PS/2 Adapter for Keyboard and Mouse](https://community.startech.com/t/usb-to-ps-2-adapter-for-keyboard-and-mouse/1580)
**Author:** [@tultalk](https://community.startech.com/u/tultalk)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 7, 2025, 7:42pm UTC](https://community.startech.com/t/usb-to-ps-2-adapter-for-keyboard-and-mouse/1580 "2025-04-07T19:42:41Z")
Item: StarTech.com USB to PS/2 Adapter for Keyboard and Mouse - Keyboard / mouse adapter - USB - USBPS2PC I want to plug USB keyboard/mouse into my server which has a PS2 input for Keyboard and mouse. Will this item wor… --- ## [Article: Why are some Thunderbolt 3 cables 20Gbps and some 40Gbps?](https://community.startech.com/t/article-why-are-some-thunderbolt-3-cables-20gbps-and-some-40gbps/787)
**Author:** [@malcolm](https://community.startech.com/u/malcolm)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 27, 2021, 12:54pm UTC](https://community.startech.com/t/article-why-are-some-thunderbolt-3-cables-20gbps-and-some-40gbps/787 "2021-09-27T12:54:46Z")
Although the Thunderbolt™ 3 standard is capable of data transfer speeds up to 40Gbps, not all TB3 cables can support this bandwidth. For example, some cables over a certain length are only capable of data transfer speeds… --- ## [Article: What is an active HDMI cable? When should I consider using one?](https://community.startech.com/t/article-what-is-an-active-hdmi-cable-when-should-i-consider-using-one/807)
**Author:** [@malcolm](https://community.startech.com/u/malcolm)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 21, 2021, 8:17am UTC](https://community.startech.com/t/article-what-is-an-active-hdmi-cable-when-should-i-consider-using-one/807 "2021-12-21T08:17:02Z")
This article was created from a community discussion by Brian An active cable contains circuitry that boosts the original signal strength from your video source. It allows the signal to go further than a passive HDMI c… --- ## [Article: What is the main difference between HDMI cable types, and are they backward compatible?](https://community.startech.com/t/article-what-is-the-main-difference-between-hdmi-cable-types-and-are-they-backward-compatible/817)
**Author:** [@malcolm](https://community.startech.com/u/malcolm)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 17, 2022, 1:21pm UTC](https://community.startech.com/t/article-what-is-the-main-difference-between-hdmi-cable-types-and-are-they-backward-compatible/817 "2022-01-17T13:21:15Z")
This article was created from a community discussion by @luil HDMI 2.1 - Certified Ultra High Speed HDMI Cable Ultra High Speed HDMI 2.1 Certification ensures that cables like our HDMM21V2M will deliver full 8K perform… --- ## [Article: Can Thunderbolt 3 cables (passive or active) be used in place of Thunderbolt 4 cables?](https://community.startech.com/t/article-can-thunderbolt-3-cables-passive-or-active-be-used-in-place-of-thunderbolt-4-cables/818)
**Author:** [@malcolm](https://community.startech.com/u/malcolm)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2022, 1:07pm UTC](https://community.startech.com/t/article-can-thunderbolt-3-cables-passive-or-active-be-used-in-place-of-thunderbolt-4-cables/818 "2022-01-21T13:07:30Z")
No, the cable Thunderbolt version should match the peripheral Thunderbolt version, since using a mismatched version of Thunderbolt cable can cause unexpected functionality issues. When connecting a Thunderbolt 4 peripher… --- ## [Article: Do video capture devices work with DirectShow?](https://community.startech.com/t/article-do-video-capture-devices-work-with-directshow/805)
**Author:** [@malcolm](https://community.startech.com/u/malcolm)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 7, 2021, 3:56pm UTC](https://community.startech.com/t/article-do-video-capture-devices-work-with-directshow/805 "2021-12-07T15:56:55Z")
The specific video capture devices listed in this bulleted list use a DirectShow compatible driver and can be used with many third-party video capture applications that are compatible with DirectShow: ECHDCAP PEXHDCAP P… --- ## [SVID2USB232 doesn't hold image adjustments](https://community.startech.com/t/svid2usb232-doesnt-hold-image-adjustments/1569)
**Author:** [@plitwin](https://community.startech.com/u/plitwin)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 27, 2025, 7:52pm UTC](https://community.startech.com/t/svid2usb232-doesnt-hold-image-adjustments/1569 "2025-03-27T19:52:51Z")
Hello, I just bought the SVID2USB232 after bad experience with some cheaper solutions. This device is in fact a lot better when it comes to the image quality, but I’m experiencing strange problem. When I first connecte… --- ## [Mac mini to Samsung S22D300 monitor](https://community.startech.com/t/mac-mini-to-samsung-s22d300-monitor/1222)
**Author:** [@sfsteve](https://community.startech.com/u/sfsteve)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 18, 2025, 8:44pm UTC](https://community.startech.com/t/mac-mini-to-samsung-s22d300-monitor/1222 "2025-02-18T20:44:46Z")
mac mini to Samsung S22D300 monitor --- ## [Cable For Storage Device S352BU313R](https://community.startech.com/t/cable-for-storage-device-s352bu313r/1526)
**Author:** [@SufferingCubFan](https://community.startech.com/u/SufferingCubFan)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 11, 2025, 7:30pm UTC](https://community.startech.com/t/cable-for-storage-device-s352bu313r/1526 "2025-02-11T19:30:32Z")
This device was hooked to a router using a standard USB to a USB 3.1 (on the back of the device). My new router only has RJ45. Can I use an adapter to change the USB to an RJ45. I can’t find a cable like this I am no… --- ## [USB Extender not recognising USB device](https://community.startech.com/t/usb-extender-not-recognising-usb-device/1515)
**Author:** [@Ian](https://community.startech.com/u/Ian)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2025, 9:47pm UTC](https://community.startech.com/t/usb-extender-not-recognising-usb-device/1515 "2025-02-06T21:47:43Z")
Hi , I am trying to use the F35023 -USB-EXTENDER with a Pico TC-08 thermocouple logger. The extender powers up ok and the Pico TC-08 light comes on but the software program cannot find the device when it searches. Any a… --- ## [USB32HD2 using certain screens with RDP session](https://community.startech.com/t/usb32hd2-using-certain-screens-with-rdp-session/1496)
**Author:** [@Deano123](https://community.startech.com/u/Deano123)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 27, 2025, 7:35pm UTC](https://community.startech.com/t/usb32hd2-using-certain-screens-with-rdp-session/1496 "2025-01-27T19:35:16Z")
Hi I use multiple USB 3.0 Dual HDMI adapters(USB32HD2) to allow dual screens to run off a laptop and open within a RDS session. This has been achieved using the following and always worked. Unfortunately since the r… --- ## [Startech SVID2USB232 Driver Being Overwritten by Windows](https://community.startech.com/t/startech-svid2usb232-driver-being-overwritten-by-windows/1118)
**Author:** [@masterdrago](https://community.startech.com/u/masterdrago)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [January 14, 2025, 1:31pm UTC](https://community.startech.com/t/startech-svid2usb232-driver-being-overwritten-by-windows/1118 "2025-01-14T13:31:55Z")
How do I get around the fact that Windows has determined the best driver software for my device and it is already installed. Any time I try to update it by pointing to C:\\Program files\\BDA051321.2, it refuses and tells … --- ## [Software for SVID2USB232](https://community.startech.com/t/software-for-svid2usb232/1469)
**Author:** [@Darwin4Ever](https://community.startech.com/u/Darwin4Ever)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 13, 2025, 6:56pm UTC](https://community.startech.com/t/software-for-svid2usb232/1469 "2025-01-13T18:56:16Z")
I’m very much interested in buying a SVID2USB232 but I want to be sure (because of the twain-drivers) that I can use with other software like AmaRecTV, Virtualdub or eventually OBS. Would I need to use other drivers tha… --- ## [4PORT-8K-HDMI-SWITCH - No automatic switching on of the sound bar or TV when sources are switched ON on HDMI 2 to 4](https://community.startech.com/t/4port-8k-hdmi-switch-no-automatic-switching-on-of-the-sound-bar-or-tv-when-sources-are-switched-on-on-hdmi-2-to-4/1443)
**Author:** [@Albrator](https://community.startech.com/u/Albrator)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 7, 2025, 10:10pm UTC](https://community.startech.com/t/4port-8k-hdmi-switch-no-automatic-switching-on-of-the-sound-bar-or-tv-when-sources-are-switched-on-on-hdmi-2-to-4/1443 "2025-01-07T22:10:10Z")
Hello, Several weeks ago, I contacted support using the form, but I never received a reply. So I’m sharing my problem on the forum. I bought a ‘4PORT-8K-HDMI-SWITCH’ switch to automatically switch different sources (c… --- ## [USB keys not recognized or corrupted by F35023-USB-EXTENDER](https://community.startech.com/t/usb-keys-not-recognized-or-corrupted-by-f35023-usb-extender/1448)
**Author:** [@Florent](https://community.startech.com/u/Florent)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2025, 9:41am UTC](https://community.startech.com/t/usb-keys-not-recognized-or-corrupted-by-f35023-usb-extender/1448 "2025-01-03T09:41:11Z")
Hello, I am using a F35023-USB-EXTENDER to, well, extend my USB from a PC to another room. Here is the wiring : USB 3 port on PC → F35023 transmitter → Optic fiber cable → F35023 receiver → USB 3 Hub → x3 USB 2 cable… [Next page](https://community.startech.com/c/cables-av-splitters-av-extenders/13.md?page=1)