Showing posts with label optical switching. Show all posts
Showing posts with label optical switching. Show all posts

8/26/2011

4:1 (4x1) HDMI 1.3 + Optical/Digital Audio Video Switch Switcher Selector with RS-232 & IR Remote Control Review

4:1 HDMI 1.3 + Optical/Digital Audio Video Switch Switcher Selector with RS-232 & IR Remote Control
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This product is a beauty, its small and it has it all

Goods:

HDMI inputs
Optical inputs

Control: IR and RS232 for Crestron / AMX integration - Excellent feature

Price:

Its really over priced, i advise every one to think million time before buying it. it is only switch and not even matrix, does not have any other feature.

Any other AV reaciever e.g. Denon can do the same with much more features, i highly advice the manifacturer to consider the price to be at max US $ 150 ~ 200

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This 4X1 HDMI switcher with digital audio is a Professional HDMI switcher with remote. Simply pressing a button on the remote you can select your desired HDMI source to be routed to a high definition display. Switcher is tested to guarantee resolution up to 1080p without signal degradation.The great advantage of this switcher is that you can now route your digital audio though it as well, rather then separately going in to the receiver. With a click of a button you can switch HDMI (video) and Optical or Coaxial Audio. This simple advantage will make you life much easier, you would only have 2 cables going out of the switch (HDMI and Optical or Coaxial), one to the TV and another to an Audio Receiver.4X1 HDMI Switcher User Instructions: Installs in seconds. Connect all the digital video sources to any of the inputs on the switch and connect the output cable to the display. Use a remote control or buttons on the front panel to switch video inputs. We recommend to use high quality HDMI cables for the best signal transfer.Switches 4 Devices to 1 input Port (signals HDMI,Digita Audio, Optical Audio). INPUTS/OUTPUTS: 4 HDMI Inputs, 4 Optical Inputs, 4 Digital Coaxial Inputs, 1 HDMI Output, 1 Optical Output, 1 Digital Coaxial Output. SPECIFICATIONS: Frequency bandwidth: 250 Mbps to 1.65Gbps data rates, Supports 25 Mhz to 165MHz pixel clocks, Inputs: 4 HDMI female ports (Type A connector), 4 Optical, 4 SPDIF, Max. Resolution: 1080p, Power Supply: 5V DC Universal 110/220, Dimensions: 9 1/2" W x 4 1/2" D x 2" H, Weight: 6LB. INCLUDES: 4:1 HDMI Switcher w/Digital Audio, IR Remote control, RS232 Cable, RS232 Software, 12 V Universal Power Supply, User's Manual

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8/02/2011

3 in / 1 Out, Optical (Toslink) Digital Audio Selector Review

3 in / 1 Out, Optical Digital Audio Selector
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Needed a solution for multi componets, could not find anything in local stores. Fast shipping and seemingly good price.

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This will allow you to connect up to three optical cables into a device that only has one optical input. Switch between all three without having to unplug any cables.

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7/30/2011

Nyrius Digital Audio Optical Toslink 3-Way Selector Switch (SW100) & Bonus 6 Foot Toslink to Toslink Fiber Optic Digital Audio Cable (TOSCAB6E) Review

Nyrius Digital Audio Optical Toslink 3-Way Selector Switch & Bonus 6 Foot Toslink to Toslink Fiber Optic Digital Audio Cable
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This device worked perfect for me.I have an HD DVD player and a Blu-Ray with a collection of movies in each format. The Nyrius allowed me to watch all of them with perfect sound through my system.The price was way lower than anything that I could get locally.

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Product Description:
Get more hookup flexibility for your digital components with this versatile, high quality Digital Optical Selector Switch. This 3-Way Digital Optical Selector Switch lets you connect up to three different optical digital components to a component with only one optical digital input. The selector allows you to switch from one component to another just by turning the selector dial - no more disconnecting and connecting cables or moving equipment around. You can play any of the three components you connect and enjoy the output through your home theater system. There are four optical digital jacks. The output jack connects to the main unit to which you would like to expand the number of optical jacks (normally a digital audio/video receiver/amplifier). The three input jacks connect to the source devices and allow you to output digital audio to your main unit. Switch easily between sources instead of disconnecting and reconnecting cables when needing to change inputs. The compact design will fit in tight areas between components. Works with the following digital audio components: home/portable digital audio components with optical connection, MP3/CD/DVD player including Blu-ray/HD DVD, video game consoles (PS3/XBOX360), computer sound card, cable/satellite receiver to your home theater system with a digital optical input. Operation: To hear your connected sources through your home theater system, turn on your home theater system and the audio source you want to hear. Then, press in the lock release button on the selector's dial and rotate the dial to the indicator corresponding with the source you want (1,2, or 3). A green indicator shows which of the three units is selected (only one can be selected at a time). Release the button to lock the selector in place. The sound from the selected source comes through your home entertainment system's speakers. This bundle also includes a bonus 6 foot toslink to toslink fiber optic digital audio cable.

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5/26/2011

Midiman M-Audio C02 Coaxial/Optical Bi-Directional Converter Review

Midiman M-Audio C02 Coaxial/Optical Bi-Directional Converter
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I bought this product because I needed to convert a coaxial signal from the dvd player to the input (optical) of the home entertainment system. It does the job transparently as it should and gives you the option of also attaching another device (optical in). I haven't tried attaching another device, or changing configuration as you can via the switch on the side of the device. I do recommend this device if you need it for conversion of a signal as it does a great job.

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The Midiman M-Audio CO2 Coaxial/Optical Bi-Directional Converter is a compact but rugged S/PDIF tool that simultaneously converts S/PDIF signals from optical-to-coaxial or coaxial-to-optical. CO2's innovative two-in, two-out design allows it to operate as a full-duplex bi-directional converter or as a half-duplex converter with a "thru" port. This enables the CO2 to be used both as a converter and a repeater, doubling its functionality.
The bottom line is that the CO2 Coaxial/Optical Bi-Directional Converter allows you to bridge the gap between devices and machines that would otherwise be incompatible. The CO2 breathes new life into your recording system, allowing different elements to communicate, changing signals from coaxial-to-optical and back again. This allows you to converge two otherwise incompatible musical signals with one uncommonly versatile converter.

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4/16/2011

Digital Optical 3-Way Selector Switch for Toslink Audio Connections Review

Digital Optical 3-Way Selector Switch for Toslink Audio Connections
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The item is easy to setup and use but over time the sound quality just gets worse and worse.

I purchased the item in the summer of '07, and now, 8 months later, I get sound drop outs every few minutes lasting for a second or 2 in port 1, which is what I have my cable tv's dolby digital running through.If you go up to the unit and turn the dial back and forth, the drop outs will stop for a bit.

The unit is now to the point that if I even touch it, the sound will turn off and is very difficult to get back working again.

I would not purchase this unit again.

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Digital Optical 3-Way Selector Switch for Toslink Audio Connections

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4/11/2011

Recoton Digital Audio Selector Switch Review

Recoton Digital Audio Selector Switch
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I bought this unit because I do not have enough optical inputs on my receiver.It accomplished it's purpose for a relatively low price.However you have to get up and manually change the switch for the device that you are using.With my receiver t was quite cumbersome because I also had to change the video device that the recever was assigning to the optical port.After hours and hours of research I also purchased a "copperbox" that also switches the video with the audio.This is a more expensive option but for my purposes it was worth the extra money.I am still going to use the Recoton product for an input that the Video does not pass through the receiver.

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switch is very easy to use

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12/31/2010

Optical Toslink - Gold Plated Toslink Cable M/m - 6ft 4 Pack + 3-way Selector Switch Splitter Review

Optical Toslink - Gold Plated Toslink Cable M/m - 6ft 4 Pack + 3-way Selector Switch Splitter
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does not work at all. Tried my 360, Ps3 and cable box.Optical cables work fine directly though.

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Product Description:

6 Feet M/M Fiber Optic Gold Plated Cable:

Brand new high quality generic cable.
Cable length: 6 feet
Connectors: Toslink Male to Toslink Male
Toslink digital audio cable provides you the cleanest possible signal, even at extreme volume levels.
These cables use 1mm low-loss core, low-jitter synthetic fiber and heavy metal connectors to dampen vibration, giving you the ultimate listening experience.
Optical cables transfer the signal using light; thus completely eliminating any chance for RFI, EMI or ground loop interference.
Gold plated ferrule prevents corrosion and provides for maximum protection of the fiber tip.


3-Way Selector Switch Splitter:

Brand new high quality generic switch.
Get more hookup flexibility for your digital components with this versatile, high quality Digital Optical Selector Switch
Switch from one component to another simply by turning the selector dial. No more disconnecting and reconnecting cables when switching devices.
3 Toslink Optical inputs and 1 toslink output (bi-directional: can go in reverse direction)
Provides interference and distortion free signal transmission.
PCM, Dolby Digital and DTS signals can be passed through this unit
Plug and Play, easy to operate
Do not require a power source

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12/24/2010

Nyrius SW100 Digital Audio Optical Toslink 3 Input Selector Switch Compatible with Fiber Optic Cables, HDTV, Blu-ray DVD player, PCM, Dolby Digital, DTS, XBOX360, PS3 Review

Nyrius SW100 Digital Audio Optical Toslink 3 Input Selector Switch Compatible with Fiber Optic Cables, HDTV, Blu-ray DVD player, PCM, Dolby Digital, DTS, XBOX360, PS3
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The tuner/amplifier that I use for my surround sound system has only one optical audio input.However, both my dvd player and my satellite receiver each have an optical audio output.Prior to obtaining this device, I had to switch these two cables manually.

This switch works very well.It will switch between three optical inputs.The selector locks into place when proper alignment is reached for the desired input source.

This is a great labor saver, and a cost effective option to choose rather than face the expense of purchasing a new tuner/amplifier.

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Product Description:
Get more hookup flexibility for your digital components with this versatile, high quality Digital Optical Selector Switch. This 3-Way Digital Optical Selector Switch lets you connect up to three different optical digital components to a component with only one optical digital input. The selector allows you to switch from one component to another just by turning the selector dial - no more disconnecting and connecting cables or moving equipment around. You can play any of the three components you connect and enjoy the output through your home theater system.There are four optical digital jacks. The output jack connects to the main unit to which you would like to expand the number of optical jacks (normally a digital audio/video receiver/amplifier). The three input jacks connect to the source devices and allow you to output digital audio to your main unit. Switch easily between sources instead of disconnecting and reconnecting cables when needing to change inputs. The compact design will fit in tight areas between components.Works with the following digital audio components: home/portable digital audio components with optical connection, MP3/CD/DVD player including Blu-ray/HD DVD, video game consoles (PS3/XBOX360), computer sound card, cable/satellite receiver to your home theater system with a digital optical input.Operation: To hear your connected sources through your home theater system, turn on your home theater system and the audio source you want to hear. Then, press in the lock release button on the selector's dial and rotate the dial to the indicator corresponding with the source you want (1,2, or 3). A green indicator shows which of the three units is selected (only one can be selected at a time). Release the button to lock the selector in place. The sound from the selected source comes through your home entertainment system's speakers.

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12/19/2010

Optical Toslink 3-Way Selector Switch Splitter Review

Optical Toslink 3-Way Selector Switch Splitter
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Pese a que el diseño no es tan atractivo como debiera ser, este item cumple muy bien su cometido.

Si no tienes suficientes entradas ópticas en tu home theater, este producto es de mucha utilidad.

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Product Description:
This 3-Way Digital Optical Selector Switch lets you connect up to three different optical digital components to a component with only one optical digital input

    Brand new high quality GTMax Brand switch.
    Get more hookup flexibility for your digital components with this versatile, high quality Digital Optical Selector Switch
    Switch from one component to another simply by turning the selector dial. No more disconnecting and reconnecting cables when switching devices.
    3 Toslink Optical inputs and 1 toslink output (bi-directional: can go in reverse direction)
    Provides interference and distortion free signal transmission.
    PCM, Dolby Digital and DTS signals can be passed through this unit
    Plug and Play, easy to operate
    Do not require a power source
    UPC Code: 084331496404


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12/13/2010

DIGITAL OPTICAL TOSLINK SPLITTER ADAPTER Review

DIGITAL OPTICAL TOSLINK SPLITTER ADAPTER
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I purchased this splitter because I was trying to connect a PC as well as my DVR cable box to my surround sound. The PC has a Blu Ray player and I was trying to get the digital surround sound from both products but had only one Optical Audio Input on the back of the surround sound receiver. You need 3 optical cables to use the splitter but it works perfect.

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This device allows you to connect one toslink optical digital audio source device to two different receiving devices such as a A/V receiver and a television. This adapter is designed to split a single signal into two. It will not combine two signals into one. It is generally a one direction adapter.Note: This splitter must have all cables connected to match. If you notice all optical cables have a flat side (typically top) and grooved side (typically bottom). Make sure the cables on both inputs and outputs are all lined up. If you have a toslink cable upside down, while another cable is right side up, it will not work.

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12/06/2010

1 In / 2 Out Digital Fiber Optical (Toslink) Splitter Review

1 In / 2 Out Digital Fiber Optical Splitter
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This works fine as a splitter - it's pretty low tech, basically it's just two fiber optic wires squeezed together in the one end.It can also work as a "switch", but only if the optical output for your device completely shuts off.

E.g. on some players, cable boxes, etc. even when the device is turned off, the optical output is still on - if you look at the end of the cable you'll still see a red light.This is basically just a dead signal and interferes with the light from any other signal if you try to combine them.

If however the optical signal for your devices completely turns off (make sure the end of the cable is dark), you can plug two things into it, and as long as only one turned on at a time, it will work to switch between the sources.

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Designed to connect 1 digital audio sources output (such as a DVD Player, Satellite Box, HDTV Receiver, etc.) to 2 amps or devices that output sound.This device is NOT designed to work backwards, 2 devices to 1 amp.

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11/27/2010

TosLink 1 x 2 Optical Audio Splitter Adapter Review

TosLink 1 x 2 Optical Audio Splitter Adapter
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I was very skeptical when buying this spliiter/switch after seeing so many bad reviews. It worked for me after little trial and error and here is what I found. For all those who complained that these splitters/switches do not work, this is what you need to do to get it right. I bought this splitter from eforcity, so I cannot say about those shipped by other sellers.... It works both ways i.e. as a splitter and as a switch.

1. For it to act as a switch, the critical thing is that only one source needs to be ON. Some sources send signal even when on stand by mode. To check whether it sends out signal, just plug one end of the toslink cable into port of the source(cable box, ps3, etc) and check the other end for red light. when on stand by, the light should not be lit.

2. The second most important thing for this splitter/switch to work is the length of the cables used. I used all 1.5 ft cables and they work perfectly. Earlier I had 3 ft cables coming out of the cable box and ps3 to the splitter and then 1.5 ft cable to the home theater. The ps3 did not work but cable box worked (not consistently though) as the signal attenuated too much by the time it reached the home theater receiver. I am not sure if there is a shorter cable than 1.5 ft and it would be great if you do have them. 1.5 ft cables work fine. I got the 1.5 ft cables from RiteAV.

Finally, the basic test to see if it works is to check for the red light after the connections. Connect in the way shown below and check for the light near the * before connecting to the receiver. Make sure only one source is ON at a time. If you see light and it still does not work after plugging into the receiver then it means that the signal attenuated too much and your receiver cannot pick it.

source 1 -->
...................splitter -->* receiver
source 2 -->

--> = 1.5 ft toslink cable
ignore the dots...

Good luck!.

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This device allows you to connect one toslink optical digital audio source and split into two different receiving devices such as a A/V receiver and a television. Ideal for connecting your CD player, DVD player, or other digital audio source to both of your receiver and recorder. Enjoy crisp, clear sound and video on your favorite devices all at once!

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