Component switch box?
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Component switch box?
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anywho,
fo those with HDTV, plasma, what have you that have component input, is there such a thing as a switch box? My dvd player is hooked up to the component now but I know the xbox supports it, how do I split the signal, or do I have to switch cables everytime?
thanks
anywho,
fo those with HDTV, plasma, what have you that have component input, is there such a thing as a switch box? My dvd player is hooked up to the component now but I know the xbox supports it, how do I split the signal, or do I have to switch cables everytime?
thanks
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I'm using a passive composite switchbox from Radio Shack to swap component signals from my DVD player and my XBox. It's worked very well for me, and the price is certainly right. However, my set (a VVega KV-36FS12) doesn't support HD resolutions, so I'm only passing a 480i signal. I haven't noticed any degradation using the switchbox with my current setup, but if you're dipping your toes into the HD world, the differences might be more noticeable.
If you'd like to read comments on various switchboxes, including the composite 'cheat' I'm using, there are a few threads on the HTF about it:
http://www.hometheaterforum.com/htfo...=&threadid=278
http://www.hometheaterforum.com/htfo...threadid=76812
http://www.hometheaterforum.com/htfo...threadid=91300
http://www.hometheaterforum.com/htfo...threadid=68019
http://www.hometheaterforum.com/htfo...threadid=27825
If you'd like to read comments on various switchboxes, including the composite 'cheat' I'm using, there are a few threads on the HTF about it:
http://www.hometheaterforum.com/htfo...=&threadid=278
http://www.hometheaterforum.com/htfo...threadid=76812
http://www.hometheaterforum.com/htfo...threadid=91300
http://www.hometheaterforum.com/htfo...threadid=68019
http://www.hometheaterforum.com/htfo...threadid=27825
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Did a little more research, and I have found very detailed info here:video switch Hope the link works. I was having doubts about component out until I found this info. JVC didn't even have this info on their own site.
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Did a little more research, and I have found very detailed info here:video switch Hope the link works. I was having doubts about component out until I found this info. JVC didn't even have this info on their own site.
Did a little more research, and I have found very detailed info here:video switch Hope the link works. I was having doubts about component out until I found this info. JVC didn't even have this info on their own site.
this look like a good solution for me to explore
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I completely forgot to check Crutchfield. I've ordered from them numerous times.
With a GC, Xbox and a DVD player hooked up to my 16:9 TV, this looks like the perfect thing. Thanks for the research, Paul!
With a GC, Xbox and a DVD player hooked up to my 16:9 TV, this looks like the perfect thing. Thanks for the research, Paul!
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It looks like the B&H link above has it for $20 cheaper than Crutchfield:
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bh4.sph/...ID=F2BF44B2940
JX-S111 AV SELECTOR (4-INPUT)
Mfr Catalog # JXS111 • B&H Catalog # JVJXS111
List Price: $149.95
Our Price: $79.95
Chris
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bh4.sph/...ID=F2BF44B2940
JX-S111 AV SELECTOR (4-INPUT)
Mfr Catalog # JXS111 • B&H Catalog # JVJXS111
List Price: $149.95
Our Price: $79.95
Chris
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Originally posted by ctyner
I'm using a passive composite switchbox from Radio Shack to swap component signals from my DVD player and my XBox. It's worked very well for me, and the price is certainly right. However, my set (a VVega KV-36FS12) doesn't support HD resolutions, so I'm only passing a 480i signal. I haven't noticed any degradation using the switchbox with my current setup, but if you're dipping your toes into the HD world, the differences might be more noticeable.
I'm using a passive composite switchbox from Radio Shack to swap component signals from my DVD player and my XBox. It's worked very well for me, and the price is certainly right. However, my set (a VVega KV-36FS12) doesn't support HD resolutions, so I'm only passing a 480i signal. I haven't noticed any degradation using the switchbox with my current setup, but if you're dipping your toes into the HD world, the differences might be more noticeable.
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I have the jvc component switch which I ordered from b&h photo, for $80, I got it in 3 days, and it works perfect, w/o degradation ata all, I have my xbox, ps2, and gamecube hooked up to it.
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I was told that you can actually use a standard switch box. Use the Red, White and Yellow as if they were Red, Blue and Green. I don't see why that wouldn't work. I haven't tried it though(I have enough inputs).
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Originally posted by Michael Corvin
I was told that you can actually use a standard switch box. Use the Red, White and Yellow as if they were Red, Blue and Green. I don't see why that wouldn't work. I haven't tried it though(I have enough inputs).
I was told that you can actually use a standard switch box. Use the Red, White and Yellow as if they were Red, Blue and Green. I don't see why that wouldn't work. I haven't tried it though(I have enough inputs).
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Originally posted by Tigger
I tried this out with my Sony Switchbox at work. No deal.
I tried this out with my Sony Switchbox at work. No deal.
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I've used a normal composite video/audio switch (a Recoton model I believe) as a component video switch in the past without any problems. Video quality through the switch looked the same as direct for GameCube, PS2, and Xbox on my HDTV to me.
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Originally posted by Tigger
I tried this out with my Sony Switchbox at work. No deal.
I tried this out with my Sony Switchbox at work. No deal.
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Hi Squidget,
I have the same need. I have found this one by JVC:
JX-S111 Video Accessory. Cheapest I have found so far is $88.99.
You can find it here:looky
Hope this helps.
Hi Squidget,
I have the same need. I have found this one by JVC:
JX-S111 Video Accessory. Cheapest I have found so far is $88.99.
You can find it here:looky
Hope this helps.
I also saw on the web the s100 model that is half the price.
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i have it as well and it work flawlessly, got my gamecube and dvd player hooked up to it and see no picture problems whatsoever.
cheapest place i've seen 74.99,
http://www.etronics.com/product.asp?stk_code=jvcjxs111
cheapest place i've seen 74.99,
http://www.etronics.com/product.asp?stk_code=jvcjxs111
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Another vote for a composite switch box. I use the recton model, but any type will work just make sure that the component wires go to the analogous connectors. I use it to switch my xbox, progressive dvd and HD cable to my Samsung. I cannot notice any degradation in the HD cable signal.
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yeah the composite trick will only work for interlaced display
if you got a HDTV that support 480p/720p it might not work as well, the JVC model is decent for the price, but remember that
it's a passive switch, meaning the signal is not boosted and it only supports 30Hz, which is barely enough to pull off 480p
so for future compatibility I'd throw in some more cash and
go with
http://www.inday.com/
if you got a HDTV that support 480p/720p it might not work as well, the JVC model is decent for the price, but remember that
it's a passive switch, meaning the signal is not boosted and it only supports 30Hz, which is barely enough to pull off 480p
so for future compatibility I'd throw in some more cash and
go with
http://www.inday.com/
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Originally posted by syphon00
yeah the composite trick will only work for interlaced display
if you got a HDTV that support 480p/720p it might not work as well, the JVC model is decent for the price, but remember that
it's a passive switch, meaning the signal is not boosted and it only supports 30Hz, which is barely enough to pull off 480p
so for future compatibility I'd throw in some more cash and
go with
http://www.inday.com/
yeah the composite trick will only work for interlaced display
if you got a HDTV that support 480p/720p it might not work as well, the JVC model is decent for the price, but remember that
it's a passive switch, meaning the signal is not boosted and it only supports 30Hz, which is barely enough to pull off 480p
so for future compatibility I'd throw in some more cash and
go with
http://www.inday.com/
480p only needs something like 13 or 14mhz, a composite switch has no problems at all passing a progressive signal. Also, if the JVC switch supports up to 30MHz it should be ok for 1080i, from what I've read you only really need (I think) 22MHz for 1080i.
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Originally posted by syphon00
yeah the composite trick will only work for interlaced display
if you got a HDTV that support 480p/720p it might not work as well, the JVC model is decent for the price, but remember that
it's a passive switch, meaning the signal is not boosted and it only supports 30Hz, which is barely enough to pull off 480p
so for future compatibility I'd throw in some more cash and
go with
http://www.inday.com/
yeah the composite trick will only work for interlaced display
if you got a HDTV that support 480p/720p it might not work as well, the JVC model is decent for the price, but remember that
it's a passive switch, meaning the signal is not boosted and it only supports 30Hz, which is barely enough to pull off 480p
so for future compatibility I'd throw in some more cash and
go with
http://www.inday.com/
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Originally posted by psxfan2
i have it as well and it work flawlessly, got my gamecube and dvd player hooked up to it and see no picture problems whatsoever.
cheapest place i've seen 74.99,
http://www.etronics.com/product.asp?stk_code=jvcjxs111
i have it as well and it work flawlessly, got my gamecube and dvd player hooked up to it and see no picture problems whatsoever.
cheapest place i've seen 74.99,
http://www.etronics.com/product.asp?stk_code=jvcjxs111