Ultra High Performance HDMI Switcher, 3to1 Switch

by Portta

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 4 x 3 x 1 inches ; 0.2 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 7 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• ASIN: B0015YWKYY
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• Item model number: PET0301S
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (959 customer reviews)
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  • #2 in Electronics > Accessories & Supplies > Audio & Video Accessories > Distribution > Selector Switch Boxes
• Date first available at Amazon.com: March 14, 2008

Product Description

HDMI 3 Ports Switch with Remote (3X1). This is a kind of high performance mini HDMI Switcher. It is compatible well for HD-DVD, STV,PS3, Xbox36etc. The multiple resolutions is can be up to 1080p. This kind of the HDMI Amplifier Switcher not only has the key-press-switching function, but also has the IR remote control and intelligent function.That is to say, as soon as the power supply of the source equipment is switched ,this switcher will respond automatically. The 3x1 HDMI Switcher routes high definition video (in multiple resolutions up to 1080p)and digital audio from any one of the two sources to display unit. Two inputs accommodate the simultaneous connection of up to two high definition video sources, such as satellite systems and HD DVD players. The output sends the high definition audio/video signals to a high definition display. Switching is done via it self automatically when signal present on the ports. FEATURES: IR remote (included); IR extender receiver (included) ; Support HDMI 1.3b; Full HD 1080P High Performance up to 2.5Gbps ; Supports 25Meters HDMI Cable on both ends of the Switcher Switch easily between any two HDMI sources automatically. Maintains high resolution video - beautiful, sharp HDTV resolutions up to 1080p, 2k, 1440p graphics and computer resolutions up to 1920 x 1200 are easily achieved; Up to 24 bit color depth. Up to DTS Master Audio and Dolby Digital TrueHD support; HDMI pass-through; HDCP pass-through; Compatible with HDMI1.3 devices;No external power needed. SPECIFICATIONS: operating temperature range0 to +70? Operating humidity range5 to 90 % RH (no condensation)Video Amplifier Bandwidth2.5Gbps/250MHz; Input Video Signal0.5-1.0 volts p-p; Input DDC Signal5 volts p-p (TTL)Maximum Single Link Range1920 x

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374 of 377 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Exceeded all expectations!, November 8, 2008

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S. Rajagopalan "the mull" (San Francisco, CA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Ultra High Performance HDMI Switcher, 3to1 Switch (Electronics)

I have to say this the no-name switch outperforms the pros. I needed to connect my ps3 (hdmi) and dish receiver (hdmi) to an hdtv which only had a dvi input (using an hdmi to dvi cable). I tried the sony str-dg720 receiver for hdmi switching, then the monoprice hdmi switcher. Neither worked (the sony manual says it doesn't play well with hdmi-dvi cables, so I was going out on a limb there).

Now this little baby on the other hand, comes with extremely poor written instructions (think google translation of a foreign language manual), so I connected it not even expecting it to work. But wonders! Not only does it switch flawlessly between the ps3 and the dish receiver (producing a perfect output), it even has a "priority" function which works perfectly.

Basically, the dish hdmi port always outputs a signal, even on standby, so I keep it on a lower priority input (port 2). I've connected the ps3 to port 1, so if I turn on the ps3 this switches automatically to the ps3. When the ps3 is powered off, it automatically switches back to the dish receiver.

It's great to find a product which actually performs as advertised. Kudos to the manufacturer and CE compass (the amazon seller I bought this product from). 100% worth the money.

455 of 464 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Works great, even better value, March 28, 2009

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Charles Evans "Call me Kevin" (North Carolina) - See all my reviews
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Length:: 1:59 Mins

If you are reading this review you have probably shopped around and studied the various types of HDMI switches. I am happy to report (and show) that this could be the switch for you. Installing is easy (as you would expect) taking less than 5 minutes. Video quality appears to be great (I can't tell a difference between using the switch and directly wiring the HDMI and bypassing the switch).

The best feature is the price! This unit is about 50% less than any other HDMI switch on the market.

- The automatic switching does not work for me - mainly because one of my devices is an Apple TV which tricks the HDMI Switch into thinking that it is always on.

- The automatic switching is not a problem since the HDMI Switch comes with an IR remote - while the remote is flimsy it can be easily programmed into a smart remote.

Final Verdict - I am very happy both in the products functionality and in the price.

5 Stars

149 of 154 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Surprise! *****, December 19, 2008

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D. W. Moore "Enthusiastic Amazon Fan" (Portland, OR USA) - See all my reviews
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This is a very small plastic box that has an ominous connector for power. No power supply is provided. No matter. It works without it.

It comes with a small remote control and receiver. I'm not sure why you would need it. The priority scheme lets you power up a device to switch to it. This is what you want and need.

It takes a few seconds to stabilize but then works fine.

This doesn't look like much but it works great!!!

I have a DVD player and a Tivo HD, both with HDMI outputs. My 1080i TV has only one HDMI input. By connecting the two with the Tivo having priority, I'm able to turn on the DVD player and it will switch to it. When I'm done, I turn off the power and I'm back to Tivo. What could be more elegant!

Update: I wanted to change to 5 stars but the software won't let me.