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willfxp
2009 June 21st, 23:25
What would happen if I used an HDMI-DVI cable to hook my HV20 to an external LCD monitor that only does 1680x1050? I'm assuming 30 horizontal rows will be missing, but I wanted to check with everyone else. I don't have an HDMI cable to test this out with and rather not pay a restocking fee if it doesn't work.

Thanks!
iThinkergoiMac
2009 June 21st, 23:42
I really don't know how well that would work, but it would probably automatically size down to 720p. I don't know, but that's what I would think would happen.

You're probably better off just using the component cable that came with your camera. That would definitely automatically size to 720p and, plus, you've already got the cable. That being said, DVI to HDMI cables are handy regardless, and I would recommend getting one just to have it. I got one for about a buck off of Amazon.com and the picture quality is quite excellent.
ReLogic Studios
2009 June 22nd, 06:21
Your monitor is not non-HD, it IS HD, 1280x720 is an official HD standard.
Also, if you connect the monitor via HDMI, the HV will automatically detect the maximum resolution supported by your monitor, and adjust its output accordingly.
willfxp
2009 June 22nd, 13:01
Ah! I was a bit confused with 720 and 1080, but this definitely clears it up.

Another thing, just before I make the plunge, if I do hook up the HDMI cable, will I be able to record as well as monitor? I assume so, but just need to check!

I don't have the component video cable. I got this camera second and and it didn't come with one. Plus, I don't have anywhere to plug that one in as well.

Thanks!
-will
Atnas
2009 June 22nd, 13:14
Yes, you can record to tape while you output to hdmi, glad to clear that up for you
willfxp
2009 June 22nd, 15:10
Perfect! Thank you for the confirmation! (BTW, your picture rocks)
iThinkergoiMac
2009 June 22nd, 16:38
Plus, I don't have anywhere to plug that one in as well.

Because I'm curious like this, are you saying your TV has HDMI but not component?
willfxp
2009 June 22nd, 17:00
are you saying your TV has HDMI but not component?

I don't have a TV :) It's my computer monitor and it only has DVI.
shane_88
2009 July 7th, 03:11
I don't have a TV :) It's my computer monitor and it only has DVI.

So is it working? have you test your monitor?
madmanali93
2009 July 7th, 13:38
I don't have a TV :) It's my computer monitor and it only has DVI.

y not hook ur cam to the pc and watch it on the pc?