How To Select the Right Switch For HDTV

Switches is a crucial part of an HDTV home video system as these enable you to select what application you want to run. An A/V selector is widely used by consumers, as these enable switching from one source to another. Here are some of the top selling A/V selectors in the market today.

Terk’s VS-4 A/V

Terk’s VS-4 A/V selector solves the problem brought by HDTV receivers do not have any switching capability. This A/V selector features video and audio inputs for 4 components and pushbutton switching. AC power or batteries are not needed because of its passive design.

Specifications:

» 4 A/V input connections with gold-plated composite video, S-video and stereo music audio jacks
» 1 A/V output connection with gold-plated composite video, S-video and stereo music audio jacks
» stereo mini jack to enable connection of an external recorder or self-powered speakers
» composite and S-video signals cannot be converted
» 1 year warranty or parts and labor

Sony A/V selector

An HDTV system without a selector will present huge problems for the viewer. The Sony A/V selector presents solutions to problems presented by the absence of video switching. The selector features video and audio inputs for 4 component and these can used with just a push of a button. AC power or batteries are not needed because of its passive design.

Specifications:

» 4 A/V input connections with gold-plated composite video, S-video and stereo music audio jacks
» 1 A/V output connection with gold-plated composite video, S-video and stereo music audio jacks stereo mini jack to enable connection of an external recorder or self-powered speakers composite and S-video signals cannot be converted
» 1 year parts warranty, 90 days labor

Sony SB-V55A A/V selector

The ideal home entertainment system will include the following, DVD players, DBS receivers, video game console, VCRs and HDTV. However, toggling back and from these sources could become a chore and tedious. Using the new 4-way selector from Sony will make sure that you will not miss out on any of that enjoyable viewing experience.

This selector boasts of 4 A/V inputs and one positioned on the front panel that can be used for a camcorder or game console. The SB-V55A’s can covert convert S-video to composite video signals (and vice versa) and allow you to channel all video sources to the TV with the use of a single cable. Input sources can be activated automatically or manually.

Specifications:

» 4 A/V inputs and 1 front-panel (3 S-video, 4 composite)
» 1 A/V output (S-video and composite)
» selectable manual or auto input switching
» S-video-to-composite conversion (and vice versa)
» automatic on and off
» AC adapter
» Dimensions 7-1/4″W x 2-1/16″H x 7″D
» 90-day warranty

JVC JX-S111 selector

Is your HDTV system such because it lacks the right A/V selector. The JVC JX-S111 selector is a cheap way to add composite video switching to your home entertainment system. The selector features 2 inputs for S-video sources and composite video and also includes switches for as many as three component video sources. A video game system or camcorder can be easily connected to the A/V input at the front. AC power or batteries are not needed because of its passive design.

Specifications:

3 inputs with stereo audio jacks and component video
2 inputs with composite video, S-video and stereo audio jacks
1 output with stereo audio jacks and component video
1 output with composite video, S-video and stereo audio jacks
1 year parts warranty and 90 days labor

Sima VS-HD31 source selector

The HDTV experience can easily be ruined if your run out of HDMI inputs. The Sima VS-HD31 source selector solves this dilemma, as it features three HDMI inputs. These inputs can be connected with one HDMI output and compatible components that can be hooked up to your TV. In addition to “upcoverting” HDTV cable boxes and DVD players, the VS-HD31 can work with computers. Also boasts of a compact design and source selection is easy with just a push of a button.

Specifications:

» 1 HDMI output and 3 HDMI inputs
» Signal Enhancement
» LED source light indicator
» compact and light remote control
» AC adapter
» Dimensions: 7-15/16″W x 15/16″H x 4-

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