In my new apartment I plan on having my computer and TV in the same room. I'd like to run a DVI output and sound to my TV for some impromptu movie watching, using the same wireless keyboard and mouse.
My current PC has a Radeon HD 4870 (EAH4870) with two DVI outputs running to my two-monitor setup, with a 5.1 onboard speaker system. The TV, a Sharp Aquos (LCC5255U), supports DVI and a 3.5" audio wire, as well as HDMI and composite.
My first thought is a KVM switch, though it's been years since I've set one up (back in PS/2 and VGA days). I'd optimally like the flexibility to put the TV and PC on opposite sides of the room and/or keep the TV as a 3rd monitor rather than switching with the TV, but I haven't seen many extra-long KVM wires, and I don't want to add a second video card to add a monitor if at all possible.
Any suggestions? Is KVM my best option? If so, a specific model you'd suggest? Another approach? Thanks.
My current PC has a Radeon HD 4870 (EAH4870) with two DVI outputs running to my two-monitor setup, with a 5.1 onboard speaker system. The TV, a Sharp Aquos (LCC5255U), supports DVI and a 3.5" audio wire, as well as HDMI and composite.
My first thought is a KVM switch, though it's been years since I've set one up (back in PS/2 and VGA days). I'd optimally like the flexibility to put the TV and PC on opposite sides of the room and/or keep the TV as a 3rd monitor rather than switching with the TV, but I haven't seen many extra-long KVM wires, and I don't want to add a second video card to add a monitor if at all possible.
Any suggestions? Is KVM my best option? If so, a specific model you'd suggest? Another approach? Thanks.