HDMI Splitter questions?

[Matthew12106]

So basically I have a computer which I use for gaming and media like netflix. I use a normal monitor for gaming and a tv for media. I wanted to buy a HDMI splitter like this one, but I realised I don't need a splitter with multiple inputs and one output. I need the opposite as I only have one input my computer and two outputs. So do I need something like this. But why do all the Hdmi splitters that come up when I type in 'HDMI splitter 1 input 2 output' need external power and have to be like a brick rather than like the first one. I don't need both of the displays to run at the same time just to be switchable like the first product. Is there a name for what I'm looking for?

 

Thanks         

[ace101.]

The first one is a switch not a splitter.

The other one is a splitter but requires power.

 

I think you need something like this

 

http://www.amazon.com/Aftermarket-Product-Female-Splitter-Adapter/dp/B009LVVTSQ/ref=sr_1_8?s=audio-video-accessories&ie=UTF8&qid=1417891552&sr=1-8&keywords=hdmi+splitter

 

http://www.amazon.com/HDMI-Splitter-Premium-Cable/dp/B000FMJLQC/ref=sr_1_24?s=audio-video-accessories&ie=UTF8&qid=1417891645&sr=1-24&keywords=hdmi+splitter

 

But it does not have a good review. Users recommend HDMI splitter with power.

Actually I have a HDMI splitter without power but it only split my display with the same resolution. It is only advisable if you will split with 2 same monitors.

[othertomperson]

This might be a stupid suggestion but are you absolutely sure that your TV has no other inputs? I'm just saying because I was surprised to find a VGA on mine last week so... yeah.