Apple TV/Extended Desktop help

I use an Apple TV to extend the desktop of my Mac. Just this week, the screen on my other monitor has gone black. The audio works, but not the video. I also have a Macbook that this works fine on.

I had this problem, then I uninstalled AirParrot and my AirPlay is working properly again.

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Apple tv extend desktop LAG

Whenever i extend my iMac to my apple tv
It's really laggy/ slow response time.
How can I fix this?
Changing the display resolutions on both don't help or reduce lag
I'm planning on getting a TB/hdmi adapter anyway for my old monitor but wish my ATV would work for now.
Help please?

have you tried to connect both devices by ethernet cables rather then wifi to the router
if it works aOK then you know it's because of the poor signal quality or interference of your wifi network

Apple TV lag on extended desktop

Hello everyone!
Yesturday I bought apple TV 3 and connected with samsung HDTV. I tried to connect my MBA 2013 in extended desktop mode but the display was quite laggay.
Even the mouse pointer takes time to respond.
Can anyone help to solve this issue?
Thanks!
Arslan

weakests link is likely your network
try connecting it by ethernet cable rather then wifi to verify that your wifi signal quality and bandwidth is causing the performance issues
also if you rely on airparrot rather then apples mirror feature then I don't believe airparrot take advantage of the build in features of the video card making the proccess require much more cpu power

Macbook Pro Retina: can anyone help me with running 2 extended desktop DVIs?

I know I need 2 thunderbolt to DVI adapters for this. In the UK these are £25 each, but the MiniDisplayPort to DVI adapters which look the same are very much cheaper .....
http://www.amazon.com/DisplayPort-Female-Adapter-Macbook-Laptop/dp/B003BHHIA4/re f=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1359830910&sr=1-1&keywords=minidisplayport+to +DVI
They look the same as thunderbolt to DVIs but is there a difference? Anybody know if the thunderbolt to DVI is an ACTIVE adapter, which means the cheaper versions won't work?
Secondly, I've read scary stuff here from people who think their thunderbolt to DVI fried their monitors. Is there any evidence which supports this?
Does anyone out there use two extended desktop DVIs on a daily basis with a Pro Retina? Any tips or things I should know?

I suggest you buy the Apple TB/MDP to DVI adapters as I have tried another brand and it dod not work. That was on a late 15" 2011 model, YMMV.
Second I have never heard of a Apple TB/MDP to DVI adapter ever frying a monitor of any make or model.
Please post references to this claim.
May be possible with a poorly desinged adapter with some of the TB power output being cross linked to one of the DVI pins/connectors. But still doubtful.

Extended desktop ... HELP!

Do you only get the "extend desktop" option in the preferences window if proper card is "already" installed? I have a 856(?)mhz G4 running 10.2.2. I am going to install the card from a different mac that I had an extended desktop in for video editing. But I just noticed that "my" computer isn't giving me the "arrangement" option. Do I need to install this card before getting this option???? Please help, I want to buy a couple new displays for this computer, but can't if it won't work!!!!

I had this problem, then I uninstalled AirParrot and my AirPlay is working properly again.

Is it possible to airplay my extended desktop to multiple apple tv at the same time

Hi
I am looking to do video distribution in the venue I work in thrue multiple apple tv. The Idea is to use AirPlay and to send my extended desktop to about a dozen apple tv at the same time. is it possible to do it ???

Winston is correct you may want to consider a multiplexer its what places like bars restaruants usse when the wat several tvs to use the same imput. is cheaper then several apple tvs hers one at $132.74 i have never used it but searced google and found it would give you up to 8 tvs of one HDMI signal.
http://www.cablewholesale.com/products/hdmi-products/hdmi-switch/product-41h1-08 1hd.php?utm_source=GoogleShopping&utm_medium=organic&zmam=54972865&zmas=1&zmac=1 &zmap=41H1-081HD

ITunes breaks Airplay extend desktop via Apple TV

Hi there, using my MPBr 15in with Yosemite installed and an Apple TV.
I have been watching photoshop tutorials in an iTunes playlist via extended desktop (Video played on extended desktop on TV, I'm following along with Photoshop on my mac).
I had put my mac on charge and did some things for a while, came back and went to continue my tutorials. But for some unknown reason when I select play in iTunes, instead of just playing on the extended desktop like it was earlier, iTunes quits the extended mode, 'sends' the video to the Apple TV which is a bit of a bumpier process then I'd like. Not to mention it needs to 'buffer' the video each time the next one is played. The worst issue is that the video is zoomed in too far, meaning I cannot see the photoshop tools or the menus along the top and no way to change it (it seems at least). I could forgo the Airplay streaming if it didn't have that issue.
No Apple account is signed in to the Apple TV.
I have tried changing a couple settings in Apple TV (including overscan settings on/off) to no avail. Also changed iTunes setting of Airplay that appears next to the volume slider. No matter what I try when I play the video, extended desktop mode turns off and iTunes streams just the video to Apple TV, also meaning I have to completely disconnect from Apple TV and reconnect again.
So my question is, how do I force iTunes to not use Airplay streaming when I have specifically configured the computer to extend the desktop? I want to extend the desktop!! Using the multiple desktop feature is useful!
Why does it assume I want to stream it independently rather than keep the second desktop?
Why has it done it now, instead of before? I never pressed anything that I know of. It just decided to do it.
If for whatever reason there is no way to turn this auto configuration off, how do I stream the video so it does not cut off the edges?
Thanks in advance. If I figure it out I'll be sure to post what I found here.

Troubleshoot the network, starting with power cycling the ATV and router.

Is it possible to assign an extended desktop to be an external desktop for a window's machine?

I have an iMac with Lion and a Windows Vists Laptop and corresponding external monitor on my desk. I'd ideally like to use my iMac as an external monitor for the Window's machine and essentially remove the physical one from my desk. Make sense?
I already have 4 extended desktops created on my iMac and I'm HOPING that I could assign Desktop 4 (example) as the external monitor to be controlled by the Vista machine. I'd like to be able to flip between my Mac OS and the "extrernal monitor'' via the 2-finger-swipe gesture. Anyone have any ideas?
NOTE: I also have Paralles installed with Windows 7 running on my iMac, but I specifically need the Vista machine to have the external monitor, so please do not suggest this solution.

Thank you! While reading these directions, I realized that I have the wrong connector. I have the old Mac Monitor serial port to VGA instead of the MiniDisplay port to VGA needed (didn't even think about this computer not having that port available). I just bought the correct one from Apple, so I'll attempt these instructions as soon as it arrives.
To confirm: I'll be able to run the iMac as the external display and have Lion open simultaneously, right? (Obviously not both on the screen simultaneously, but the ability to "switch" views) Based on the article, the trick is turning the Target Display on/off with the Command + F2 buttons (as opposed to assigning an extended desktop and using gestures), correct?
Again, thank you for your help!

Dual Display, 2 Monitors - Extended Desktop

Hello Everyone:
There isn't a clear cut answer or solution in connected a Macbook Air to 2 external monitors in an attempt to create an extended desktop. I have read older posts that it's either doable or not doable. My questions are the following:
-Is it possible to connect a new Macbook Air to 2 external monitors for extended desktop purposes?
-Some users have reported lag issues (mouse dragging , delays, etc.). Will this happen for sure with a Macbook Air or is it a monitor issue?
-What's the best non-Apple monitor brand that would work best with a Macbook Air for dual display purposes? I've read that Dells have a problem in this regard.
-What would be the advantage or disadvantage of using a dock station in setting up a dual display environment? Would this add to the lag, latency factor?
I'm thinking of investing in a new Macbook Air, but I want to make sure I dont end up with silly issues - such as latency, monitors, etc.
Thank you for all your help and advise.
Best,
G.

Yes, extended desktop works with monitors set to differant resoultions. the Monitors pref pane allows you to select relative arrangements and rez of all monitors composing the extended desktop.
personally I run a dell CRT at 2304 X 1728 @ 60Hz along with an NEC 6FG a 2048 X 1280 @ 60Hz off a radeon 9800pro on an MDD.

PowerPc G4 Extended Desktop

Hi there,
I was wondering if someone could help me? I have a 533 MHz PowerPc G4 and have just attached 2 monitors... hoping for an extended desktop. 1 of the monitors connects to the VGA port direct and I also purchased a ADC to VGA Adapter to connect the 2nd monitor. At the moment it only shows mirrored screens and the display option in preferences will not let me click arrange.
I have a Ge Force2 MX graphics card, and looking through the apple forums, it says that I should be able to have extended desktop? I am running OSX 10.3.9.
Is this a graphics card problem? If so, do I need a whole new graphics card or is it possible to install a second graphics card. At the moment there is 3 slots free (1 is being used for a sound card) and the graphics card is in the AGP slot.
Hope someone can help.
533 Mhz PowerPC g4 Mac OS X (10.3.9)

An ATI Radeon 9000 Pro Mac Edition would be one relatively cheap and easy option. It's an AGP card and would replace your existing one, has an ADC and DVI connector and comes with a DVI to VGA adapter, so with your existing ADC to VGA adapter you'd be able to connect two VGA monitors. It came in 64MB and 128MB versions and was discontinued some time ago, although they seem to appear on eBay regularly.
http://www.ati.com/products/radeon9000me/radeon9000prome/index.html
The ATI Radeon 9200 Mac Edition is the only Mac compatible PCI graphics card I'm aware of that's still readily available new. It should work in conjunction with your existing card to drive a second display, has a DVI and VGA connector and comes with a DVI to VGA adapter. It doesn't seem compatible with OS 9 when installed in some G4s (including yours), but is supported under OS X.
http://www.ati.com/products/radeon9200/radeon9200me/index.html
Failing that I guess you could look for a twin-view version of the GeForce 2 MX or GeForce 4 MX on eBay that someone's pulled from their Mac whilst upgrading. As far as I'm aware they were never available retail. Which ever card you choose though, it needs to be a Mac version as a PC graphics card won't work.

Adapter for extended desktop

Hi there, I am new to this forum, so I hope I am asking this in the right place.
I just bought an Intel iMac and have kept my old 17inch studio display monitor (ADC). I would like to have an extended desktop, but I am confused as to what type of adapter I need to buy for this.
Any help would be appreciated. Thanks.

I'd be tempted to sell the 17" Apple Display on to a PowerMac owner (who no doubt have old graphics cards lying around with ADC connectors on) and use that money towards a new display which can be taken with you to all future Mac purchases.
kind regards
mrtotes

24"iMac....adding second monitor...... mirror or extended desktop?

I have a new 24 inch aluminum iMac.
I also have a year old 23 inch Apple Cinema display that I was thinking of adding as a second display.
If I did, would that mirror my existing display, or would it allow me to extend the desktop that I already have?
I would like to extend the desktop. If I could do that, what connector would I need to get to make that happen?
Thanks for the help and advice.

You will be able to choose mirroring or extended desktop in the "Arrangement" tab of "Displays" system preference.
You will need a Mini-DVI to DVI adapter
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If the display is the old 23" with the plastic case and ADC, you will also need a DVI to ADC adapter
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IMac G5 intel core duo extended desktop?

I never really got a clear answer on this by searching google. Can I add another monitor to my iMac and make it extended desktop without adding any programs?

Hi FRD714
Yes, all you need is the correct Mini-DVI adapter and cable and you can connect up and use just about any display, projector or TV. The following Apple article will help you to determine which adapter you need and briefly explains the Mirrored and Extended Desktop features.
http://support.apple.com/kb/TA23844?viewlocale=en_US
Dennis

Extended desktop

I am running an Imac G5 that I just had repaired. Before the repair i was able to do an extended desktop. Now I am not able to. Support says that the my version will only do mirroring and that maybe the previous user had DLed someting that would do extended. My other monitor is an AOC 19".
I do video editing and extended is much more helpful than mirrored.
Any help would be greatly appreciated

Hello Medwards07,
Yes, there is a program that enables this feature, and it works on all the iMac G5 systems.
You can get it here:
Screen Spanning Doctor
http://www.rutemoeller.com/mp/ibook/ibook_e.html
If you'd like to read a little about it, Mac World did a little Tinkering:
http://www.macworld.com/weblogs/editors/2004/10/imacscreenspanning/index.php
So, this should do what you want. Keep in mind that Apple does not support this. So, if you use this, and have any trouble, they will likely not cover / repair the problem.
I hope this helps.
Let us know if you have other questions.
P.S., if you'd like, go ahead and click the "Helpful" or "Solved" buttons on any of the posts / replies above if you feel they were helpful or adequately answered your question.

IMac G5 & extended Desktop

Is it possible to unlock the Extended Desktop on an iMac G5 (in order to use an extra connected display), since it is available on the same MacOS X used on laptops Powerbooks/Macbooks and main CPU's like Power Macs ?
Thanx in advance,

Do a forum search. I found this - http://discussions.apple.com/thread.jspa?threadID=2715277&tstart=0 which may be helpful. If not, suggest that you search for others.
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