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Apple DVI to Video Adapter

does what it's supposed to

Written by AS from Brooklyn

Nov 5, 2009

I have a first generation MacBook Pro (from 2006) that I wanted to hook up to my ancient TV (Samsung rear-projection 54" from 2000).

I went to the Mac Store and bought this adapter after a little research. It wasn't until after I left the store that I realized that the DVI plug looked a little different than the connection on my computer, and I was worried that it wouldn't fit. Using plain English here... The DVI plug on the adapter has two squares of 3x3 pegs with some space between them. The DVI connection on my computer, however, has a rectangle of "pegholes" 3x8. But it fit! It's just that the two columns in the middle of my computer's connection won't have pegs in them. I hope this makes sense...

Now all I needed after that was a male-to-male S-Video cable (both the S-Video on this adapter and the S-Video on my TV are female plugs) and I just happened to have one laying around in my closet.

Being greedy, I wanted audio as well. I bought (at a different store, since Apple doesn't carry these) a minijack-to-RCA cable and hooked it up from my laptops headphone jack to the red and white connections on my TV and I got audio too!

This adapter is great. It does what it's supposed to do, as long as you have a compatible computer! Do some research before you buy and make sure that this will work with your computer. I love using Front Row now. It's a great way to show pictures to friends and family. Sure, quality is not DVD quality, but it's definitely worth it.

24 of 28 people found this useful

Apple DVI to Video Adapter

Great Product!

Written by EU from Miami

Sep 11, 2009

This is a great way to hook up Video/Game Preview on the TV Set from a Computer. I recently bought a MacBookPro, was disappointed that Apple didn't make a Mini Display Port to S-Video out cable, now instead i have to spend double the money to purchase this on top of MiniDisplayPort to DVI + DVI to S-Video. However, It works great, no complaints.

23 of 25 people found this useful

Apple DVI to Video Adapter

Review the product as it was intended

Written by SH from Simi Valley

Sep 4, 2009

It drives me nuts when I see people "review" stuff that works exactly as it was designed, and even shows clearly what kind of connector it is (the package is even clear so you can see what kind of connector it is), but then in the review the person gives it 1 star because it wasn't designed for your laptop. Stop that! It's your own fault for buying something it wasn't designed to do.

Yes, unfortunately all the new MacBooks (except the 17") do NOT have a DVI connector anymore; it was replaced with a Mini DVI connector. You have to look for yourself, since this changes with many of the new versions of the laptop. This is a DVI to Video, NOT a Mini-DVI to Video. There is DVI Mini, DVI-I, DVI-D, etc. Just verify before you buy something, then complain about it because you bought the wrong thing. Worse yet, you then give something a bad rating, which makes others think that this gear does not work.

Now, on to the review. This works great. It's a cheap way to get DVI out to a TV monitor. Of course - component/S-Video does not look as clear as a computer monitor (not the fault of this device). But it does exactly what it says it will do.

56 of 63 people found this useful

Apple DVI to Video Adapter

AWESOME!

Written by AD from Riverside

Mar 15, 2009

I have a Sony, Panasonic and Toshiba, all tube TV's and this adapter works perfectly with each one on my Macbook Pro with Nvidia GeForce 8600M GT card. Video picture is DVD definition with s-video cable, no bugs, crisp and clean. If you have a tube TV (640x480) don't expect to be reading text and using it as a second monitor for computer work. It's great for iTunes videos, movies and shows. Be aware that most iTunes is widescreen so you will have black bars top and bottom. I imagine this adapter would be perfect with a hi-def widescreen TV. No complaints.

69 of 77 people found this useful

Apple DVI to Video Adapter

Just what I was looking for

Written by AS from reno

Feb 20, 2009

This was probably the best thing adapter wise that I've ever came across. I just recently purchased a mac mini and I was looking for a good way to get a big monitor without having to pay a lot for one, and when I found this hook up it was perfect. So far the only issue I found with the display was the text was too small for me to read on the default setting, but after resetting it to a smaller scale, 640x480 i think it was, its been working like a champ. Its not the best thing since sliced bread... but it comes pretty close.

22 of 30 people found this useful

Apple DVI to Video Adapter

For those who moaned about this product...

Written by SM from San Mateo

Jan 15, 2009

I see two reviews complaining about the fact that Apple failed to mention the difference between DVI-D and DVI-I. However, why on earth are you trying to use two adapters to - Apple Mini to DVI > DVI to Video - when you could have simply purchased the Apple Mini-DVI to Video Adapter???

Think Different people

28 of 46 people found this useful

Apple DVI to Video Adapter

Great product

Written by CR from Toronto

Dec 26, 2008

It is nice when something is truly plug-and-play. My Mac's automatically detect when this thing is plugged-in, and then the Displays menu shows my resolution options. Simplicity!

6 of 10 people found this useful

Apple DVI to Video Adapter

Works Excellent if you understand what it is for.

Written by JH from SALT LAKE CITY

Nov 26, 2008

DVI (Digital "VIDEO" Input) to "VIDEO" adapter. If prior reviewers could understand that video is not audio, this would have near perfect ratings. It works exactly as advertized. But i guess if you're the type of person who buys a microwave and complains about it not washing your dishes too, you might want to stay away from this one.

Have fun with life.

67 of 134 people found this useful

Apple DVI to Video Adapter

Works also with ATI HD 3870 Mac Edition

Written by CS from Istanbul

Sep 27, 2008

For the Mac Pro, it was said that only ATI X1900 XT port 2 could use the adapter. Although HD 3870 has an S Video out, you can also use the adapter with the HD 3870.

24 of 36 people found this useful

Apple DVI to Video Adapter

Perfect for movies with my macbook pro

Written by PH from Delafield

Aug 30, 2008

with my 2.2ghz macbook pro (whatever was current in late 2007) and my (non-hd) tv, this works perfectly for watching movies and shows stored on the computer on the tv. It is truly plug and play. In fact, there are not even instructions. When I plug it in, it automatically adjusts the resolution for the tv, and when I unplug it, the computer returns to normal. The video card has no trouble keeping up with both screens going at once. There is no lag, and the video syncs perfectly with the audio mini jack output.

I agree with other reviewers that you should not get this if you hope to do general computing on your tv. Only video seems to look good, and it does look very good for just an RCA connection.

62 of 66 people found this useful

Apple DVI to Video Adapter

Works great with Netflix and Bootcamp

Written by JT from Collinsville

Jul 10, 2008

I purchased this originally for the purpose of watching Netflix on my TV. I have an Intel MB Pro. Running XP under Bootcamp after I installed all of the drivers Netflix works fine and the picture looks great on my TV. As a monitor up close the quality is poor. I have found myself however surfing the internet on my couch using adapter. Also there are many nice website (like Hulu) out there that make easy to watch movies and TV show from your laptop.

51 of 53 people found this useful

Apple DVI to Video Adapter

Great and easy item!

Written by SS from Kingston

Jun 12, 2008

This little adapter works great, got mine off ebay and it works perfect. Plug and play! Very easy to use and helpful in many instances.

92 of 169 people found this useful

Apple DVI to Video Adapter

I have nvidea 8600m GT in MBP Works perfectly every time

Written by OL from Bradenton

Jun 8, 2008

I use this adapter to hook up to projectors via s-video for presentations at my church during worship services. Product works just as it should, set up is 2 seconds flat

91 of 159 people found this useful

Apple DVI to Video Adapter

Doesn't work with EVERY computer

Written by SG from Irvine

May 3, 2008

Works with DVI-I enabled graphics cards, not DVI-D. Google your model of graphics card to see if it is DVI-I or DVI-D.

84 of 137 people found this useful

Apple DVI to Video Adapter

Worth it.

Written by FF from FALL RIVER

May 1, 2008

I purchased this little gem for one reason only, to watch all season 4 episodes of Lost currently on ABC.com. I used this adapter with a 42 inch plasma and I can honestly say it was, at least visually, near HD quality. I would highly recommend this adapter to anyone who hates sitting down in front of their computer like a drone to watch a TV show.

95 of 155 people found this useful

Apple DVI to Video Adapter

Best $19 Ever!

Written by PA

Apr 13, 2008

I have a ton of Divix Videos that i was sick of watching on my MacBook Pro's Screen and not being able to use my computer, but this cable works great, i can set it up as a second monitor, watch a movie on my TV and still use my computer without a problem. Its Great! Must Buy! - Also Buy a RCA to Eight Inch so u can get sound on ur TV!

117 of 198 people found this useful

Apple DVI to Video Adapter

Windows XP??

Written by SM from Snowmass Village

Feb 19, 2008

Of course it dosent work with Windows XP. Notice the list of computers that are compatible. When you install windows on a mac with bootcamp it is still a PC it just happens to be operating on an apple computer. To avoid confusion read everything very carefully and assume nothing before you purcahse.

227 of 400 people found this useful

Apple DVI to Video Adapter

Easy and effective

Written by MG from american canyon

Feb 9, 2008

This product works great with my 1.83 ghz Macbook Pro. All you have to do is just plug the cord in and the resolution automatically adjusts. I have a tube tv and the quality looks great to me. Obviously not great for reading text- but perfect for watching movies.

197 of 346 people found this useful