Jeff Sch.

Component Video Selector? Help!

So ive posted around but I cant seem to find a straight answer.

I have a Panasonic 42" Plasma TV.

The TV however only has 1 set of inputs for COMPONENT cables. (Don't ask. This was given to me)

I have both a XBOX 360 and Comcast HD Digital Reciever.

Because I have only one set of inputs, I am constantly having to switch the connections depending on what I want to do.

What are my options in terms of a Componant Video Selector whereby I can input the 2 sources and output a set of Component cables from the switch to the TV.

I want something that wont show a loss of quality

The Audio from both sources are running through TOS cables to my 5.1 reciever that doesnt have component connectors.

Robert_J

Re: Component Video Selector? Help!

You have many options for $30 switch boxes at Wal-Mart to $100+ models that are automatic or remote controled. I'd try the cheap one from WM first since they have a good return policy.

-Robert

Bob McElfresh

Re: Component Video Selector? Help!

There is a 4:1 component video selector by "Mad Catz" that claims to be designed for HD video signals. I think it runs about $49.

Remember that component video tops out at 12 mhz and HD video at 35. Video engineers insist that the cables/switches in the signal path be designed for 3-4 times the max video frequency so they look for things with a bandwidth of about 90 Mhz or more.

(Yamaha receivers that do HD video switching claim 90 Mhz bandwidth).

So go with an inexpensive manual switch to start. But if you up-grade, look for real HD compatability and not just "component" switching.