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Side Imaging Forums => 898c SI => Topic started by: dixonpharmd on December 27, 2011, 09:28:59 PM

Title: Using video out from console to bow.
Post by: dixonpharmd on December 27, 2011, 09:28:59 PM

Has anyone ever used a video out cable from 898 at console to another unit at bow?
I want to see the exact same image at both spots.
Thanks

Title: Re: Using video out from console to bow.
Post by: Bob B on December 27, 2011, 09:42:18 PM

You cannot use the video out to connect 2 HB units.

The video out is for an output to a monitor, PC with video, etc.  If you search this site you should get quite a few hits on using the video out.

Title: Re: Using video out from console to bow.
Post by: dixonpharmd on December 27, 2011, 11:11:36 PM

what kind of monitor will work for this situation?

Title: Re: Using video out from console to bow.
Post by: Bob B on December 27, 2011, 11:52:53 PM

you can use pretty much any monitor or TV that has a video input jack on it.....even saw one guy who was playing back his recordings at home with the video out to a 55" TV to try to see things he missed on the water.

Your considerations would include whether the monitor is sunlight visible, is it durable enough to use in a boat, what power is required to power it, etc.
Some have even used a monitor designed for a DVD.

There are some marine monitors designed for this, but they are very expensive.

Title: Re: Using video out from console to bow.
Post by: Rüdiger on December 28, 2011, 03:37:50 AM

Hi Dix :D

A second unit via ethernet is probably a better solution than a monitor. The price is about the same, but with a second unit, you have the possibility to change the settings.

mvh
Rüdiger

Title: Re: Using video out from console to bow.
Post by: dixonpharmd on December 28, 2011, 08:24:46 AM

what HB units would be compatible with the 898 via ethernet.  Im looking for something cheaper than another 898.

Title: Re: Using video out from console to bow.
Post by: Rüdiger on December 28, 2011, 08:40:47 AM

Hi Dix :D

Only 898 and higher via ethernet. :(

mvh
Rüdiger