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ericlater
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 Posted: Mon Jan 12, 2009 9:03 am |
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After reading a current thread I realize that I am not the only one having a problem with my s-video plug loosening up and/or "falling" out of my computer during a show.
Can anyone recommend a product/brand that isn't prone to doing this?
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knightshow
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Posted: Mon Jan 12, 2009 10:43 am |
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I never had that happen... which product are you using? Is your pc or laptop connection worn, or is it the part that's worn?
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Flipper
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Posted: Mon Jan 12, 2009 10:59 am |
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I have had my S-Video cable that connects to my RF modulator loosen during a performance. I have used that Modulator for many years, so I replaced it as well as the cable and have had no problems since. But I have never had it fall out of my computer.
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karyoker
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Posted: Mon Jan 12, 2009 11:33 am |
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As an eng/tech I could "float" from venue to venue and eliminate problems. I hard wire many things to eliminate a plug on one end even in the mixer rack. All it takes is a soldering iron, solder and a wee bit of knowledge.
Here is a post on my forum from years ago
Quote: For those with a soldering iron it is easy to make a S-Video to composite video adapter.  A 470 pf (ceramic) capacitor is placed from pin 1 to 4 on the s-video plug. All it does is insert the the color burst ( used to sync the color )back into the raw video. I can also make a video or audio distribution amp for less than $2 per stage..
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knightshow
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Posted: Mon Jan 12, 2009 11:43 am |
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geez, THIS adaptor is less than a buck!
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karyoker
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Posted: Mon Jan 12, 2009 12:12 pm |
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 The shack sells them for $20 the last time I bought one.
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supremo68
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Posted: Mon Jan 12, 2009 8:57 pm |
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I think you may be right, I do notice that my S-Video plug is loose in the Laptop so it could be the reason why Vista looses connection and not necessarily because it's not going to any screen. A very good observation, I'll try to leave my screens off without movign the notebook and see if it still reverts to single display.
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badx24
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Posted: Tue Jan 13, 2009 7:43 am |
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Another alternative would be a VGA to RCA/S-Video output. Every laptop (at least the majority) should come with a VGA output. They sell them on eBay for about $5 including shipping.
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Nlouch
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Posted: Tue Jan 13, 2009 8:16 am |
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Not 100% sure I follow. Is the issue that your s-video connector gets unplugged accidentally? If so...
I have a piece of rubber thats sort of this shape:
O---
The able can just fit through the hole of the O, it certainly won't pull out due to the bit where the connector meets the cable and gets fat.
The tail is epoxy's onto the bottom of my laptop.
Thus, holding the cord.
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Gryf
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Posted: Tue Jan 13, 2009 9:09 am |
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Repost from previous thread:
Personally I find that using a VGA --> S video adapter better than using the S video --> composite adapter. The RCA connection is nice and solid and not easily yanked out and the VGA connection has screws to keep the connection in place. After time I found the S video connection on my laptop was getting loose and I had two instances where it got bumped out of the machine's plug.
Additional bonus: Plug it in and it has enough resistance to have Vista boot utilizing the second display already.
http://cablesonline.amazonwebstore.com/ ... BSLSYI.htm
Oh and it does S video out of the VGA out in case you need that 
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Alex
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Posted: Tue Jan 13, 2009 10:56 am |
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knightshow @ Mon Jan 12, 2009 2:43 pm wrote: geez, THIS adaptor is less than a buck! Wow, thanks for the link knightshow!
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knightshow
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Posted: Tue Jan 13, 2009 12:15 pm |
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I don't deserve the credit for finding it! I just quoted another person's initial link m'man!
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Alex
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Posted: Tue Jan 13, 2009 12:21 pm |
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Well, then thanks for reposting it. I was not aware of this website yet. 
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mckyj57
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Posted: Tue Jan 13, 2009 12:23 pm |
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Sevarin @ Tue Jan 13, 2009 3:21 pm wrote: Well, then thanks for reposting it. I was not aware of this website yet. Give us a report on whether it works or not. I have bought similar items and they only output black and white (no 10pf capacitor according to Ollie).
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knightshow
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Posted: Tue Jan 13, 2009 12:52 pm |
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it's like the ones I've been using for years... full color output! But I'm going to buy a couple... I have other computer karaoke folks that could always use a spare part or two!
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JD
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Posted: Tue Jan 13, 2009 6:26 pm |
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Gryf @ Tue Jan 13, 2009 9:09 am wrote: Repost from previous thread:
Personally I find that using a VGA --> S video adapter better than using the S video --> composite adapter. The RCA connection is nice and solid and not easily yanked out and the VGA connection has screws to keep the connection in place. After time I found the S video connection on my laptop was getting loose and I had two instances where it got bumped out of the machine's plug.
You may even tighten jackscrews on the VGA connector to the computer VGA socket.
The adapter S-Video connector can be taped to the S-Video cable to the monitor if it's used.
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Gryf
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Posted: Wed Jan 14, 2009 11:46 am |
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Quote: You may even tighten jackscrews on the VGA connector to the computer VGA socket.
The adapter S-Video connector can be taped to the S-Video cable to the monitor if it's used.
I like the VGA adapter because of the screws; I can take if off and on without issue and always have a secure connection. Taping the S video adapter is so, well, messy and impermanent.
I also like the VGA connection since it is at the back of my PC and not on the side. It's all personal preference and layout. Your mileage may vary
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JD
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Posted: Wed Jan 14, 2009 1:27 pm |
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Gryf @ Wed Jan 14, 2009 11:46 am wrote: Quote: You may even tighten jackscrews on the VGA connector to the computer VGA socket.
The adapter S-Video connector can be taped to the S-Video cable to the monitor if it's used. Taping the S video adapter is so, well, messy and impermanent. You can always use heatshrink if you're careful.
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knightshow
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Posted: Wed Jan 28, 2009 11:17 pm |
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mckyj57 @ Tue Jan 13, 2009 2:23 pm wrote: Sevarin @ Tue Jan 13, 2009 3:21 pm wrote: Well, then thanks for reposting it. I was not aware of this website yet. Give us a report on whether it works or not. I have bought similar items and they only output black and white (no 10pf capacitor according to Ollie). just got the adaptors today. work like a charm!
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mckyj57
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Posted: Thu Jan 29, 2009 7:47 am |
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knightshow @ Thu Jan 29, 2009 2:17 am wrote: mckyj57 @ Tue Jan 13, 2009 2:23 pm wrote: Sevarin @ Tue Jan 13, 2009 3:21 pm wrote: Well, then thanks for reposting it. I was not aware of this website yet. Give us a report on whether it works or not. I have bought similar items and they only output black and white (no 10pf capacitor according to Ollie). just got the adaptors today. work like a charm! Just ordered 10 of them for $9.02 -- including shipping! I am going to give them away to KJs as a party favor. 
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