Dell monitor/ video extender cables

[fmcgann]

Are there any known issues w/ using video extender cables on a Dell LCD (24", #S2409W)?

I have tried 3 cables, and the video image remains vertically compressed (~ 25% though it's still readable). No monitor setting adjustments work. The problem disappears when the extender cable is removed.

I'm thinking signal leakage/loss thru the extra cable length, but I don't understand why. Extender cables have been around since Day 1. The Dell Tech site says 'that they don't recommend video extender cables', but they don't say why.

Any thoughts/comments would be helpful.

Thanks.

[Steve R Jones]

How many feet is the extender?
Is it the exact same VDI or VGA connections and NO adaptors?

[fmcgann]

Thanks for the quick response (I'm new to this forum). I will verify exact cable config. and post again...

[Nude_Lewd_Man]

Hmmm.... I've done a run of 50+ feet (using a couple of VGA cables, and a connector) before now without an issue....and that was going to a ~50" telly......


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