Shute, I think my previous post was erroneous. Here is the full definition of what different variants of DVI is:
There are three types of DVI connections:
1. DVI-D (Digital)
2. DVI-A (Analog)
3. DVI-I (Integrated Digital/Analog)
DVI-D - True Digital Video
DVI-D format is used for direct digital connections between
source video (namely, video cards) and digital LCD (or rare
CRT) monitors. This provides a faster, higher-quality image
than with analog, due to the nature of the digital format.
All video cards initially produce a digital video signal, which
is converted into analog at the VGA output. The analog signal
travels to the monitor and is re-converted back into a digital
signal. DVI-D eliminates the analog conversion process and
improves the connection between source and display.
DVI-A - High-Res Analog
DVI-A format is used to carry a DVI signal to an analog
display, such as a CRT monitor or an HDTV. Although some
signal quality is lost from the digital to analog conversion, it
still transmits a higher quality picture than standard VGA.
DVI-I - The Best of Both Worlds
DVI-I format is an integrated cable which is capable of
transmitting either a digital-to-digital signal or an
analog-to-analog signal, but it will not work transmitting
a digital-to-analog or analog-to-digital signal.
Like any other format, DVI digital and analog formats are
non-interchangeable. This means that a DVI-D cable will not
work on an analog system, nor a DVI-A on a digital system.
Make sure that you know what format each part of your
equipment is before you purchase any DVI cables.
Only equipment with a DVI port labeled 'DVI-I' will accept both
a DVI-D and DVI-A source signal.
So if I don't get the cable for the monitor, then I will have to get a DVI-A cable???
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