After unsuccessfully trying to modify
one of these to use camcorder cables, I decided to bite the bullet and get the
Brando video cable.
Brando is located in Hong Kong. I ordered on Dec. 14 and received the cable on Dec. 23.
A quick review:
PROS
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Full video functionality - cable registers as TV out immediately upon plug-in. You do not have to be connected to the TV to register like this.
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Price - at $16 with free shipping, this is the cheapest commercial cable available at this time. EDIT 1/5/08: Free shipping was a limited-time offer. Brando has a $3 shipping charge. Still the cheapest commercial cable at this time, but comparison shop accordingly.
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Build quality - seems to be of good build quality, the connectors are solid and the cable very pliable.
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Works through media adaptor - The cable itself has no power input, however it can be used through the HTC headphone adaptor that comes with the TP.
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Long cable - cable is about 8' long from end to end, so you can sit back from the TV a ways and control the TP. This could possibly be a Con if you want a short cable.
CONS
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No built-in power port - Though you can use the adaptor that comes with the TP, as noted above.
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Foreign supplier - Takes a little longer to arrive than a product shipped from a US retailer.
CONCLUSION
The Brando cable is a great alternative to the Expansys cable for people wanting a foolproof, commercial solution.
Recommended!