Possible? External monitor Q.

[fitto13]

Hi,

I have the 2010 MBP 13" and I understand it can utilise two monitors.

Could this situation be possible, for using it as a HTPC;

1) Have my 'TV' screen hooked up via DVI for movies off the external HD
AND
2) Have my 'External Monitor' hooked up via DVI/HDMI for everyday computer use?

My TV isn't that close to my MBP, so I can get an extended DVI cable for it.

Cheers for any help and sorry if this is the wrong sub-forum.

 

[Hellhammer]

Yes, but you need USB video adapter for the second one as MBP only has one output. How far away is the TV? DVI's max length is only 10-12 meters but HDMI can carry more with active cables.

 

[fitto13]

Thanks a lot!

My tv is mounted on the wall on the other side of my door in my room. Thus, I only need a 5m DVI cable.

I'll most likely get the usb adapter and hook my 'computer screen' to it via
usb to DVI -> DVI to HMDI

then use my current mini display port to have my DVI extension cord run to my TV.

Now, is there a way, that when I open front row and want to watch a movie - somehow only my 'TV' screen will come on and not both...?

^Without unplugging the usb adapter to the 'computer screen'?