Cables To Go 40697 6x2 Component Video Matrix Selector Switch
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Amazon Customer Reviews
Most Helpful First | Newest First (5 out of 5)Hassle-free switch, Excellent value
I bought this as an upgrade from the smaller 3x1 version. The immediate need was to split or switch the optical audio signal to have it go to my receiver and the base station for my IR surround sound headphones.
It actually simplified my AV set-up a little. I use it to switch between a Tivo HD, Motorola set-top box, Sony DVD player, a PS3, and an Apple TV. It's been hassle-free since the day I set it up.
It is completely compatible with my Logitech Harmony remote. The remote codes are already in the Harmony system (although Harmony for some reason refers to blue and red buttons instead of the green and red buttons on the IA remote).
I use the IA remote only when I need to switch the second output for my headphones.
This will do quite nicely until AV receiver manufacturers catch up with market and start making reasonably-priced receivers that can switch five or six (or more) HD component video or HDMI inputs and have one or two optical audio outputs.
(5 out of 5)Excellent product!
I purchased this product because it was the only A/V switch box that had six inputs and TWO outputs, and more importantly, digital optical connections. It replaced an old three input/ one output dial type optical cable switcher that I have worn out. I have my HDTV (for OTA HD), DVD player, HD-DVR DirectTv box, and an X-Box 360 all connected to my surround sound system, and also to a set of wireless 5.1 surround sound headphones so I can enjoy gaming or TV watching at any volume after my wife goes to bed! This switch has performed flawlessly since it was installed, and I still have two open inputs for future use. The remote is just icing on the cake! No need to get up and manually switch the box from one input to another!
All in all, an excellent product for the price! If I needed another, I would not hesitate to purchase this unit again!
(5 out of 5)Great switcher! Works with composite too!
After going through three manual switches which broke on me, one of which was a Pelican component/composite/S-Video switch, I decided to go with something with a remote control. Glad I did. Now it's worry free switching. Having two outputs is nice because now I can hook up a composite source (another switch I plan on getting) and still use the other 5 component inputs. Plus this switch has got me seriously thinking of buying an A/V rack with pull out shelves (for things that are top loading) or two. Right now I have the switch on top of my TV and most of my [grounded] electronics on a wire shelf. And I'm thinking of getting a Logitech Harmony remote as well so I can switch and set up at the same time. Having a remote controlled switch is so much better. No moving parts to wear out. You owe it to yourself to get this.
(5 out of 5)Amazing deal!
I bought this for my $5000 38" TV with a $1300 video processor, $5000 power conditioner and $800 component video cables. Needless to say I am addicted to high quality video. Call me crazy or stupid but I enjoy it.
This $100 component video matrix switch showed no signs of signal loss with any source including Apple TV, Comcast HD, DVD, and Xbox 360. Since the remote has discreet codes for each input switching between inputs is fast and reliable.
Even if you don't need the second output this is the best deal on the market right now.
I purchased mine from AntOnline via Amazon and it arrived sooner than promised in perfect condition.
(5 out of 5)nice switch
This replaces my crappy Psyclone PSC01. The old switch mangled the component signal on bright scenes and my projector lost sync and went into no-signal-detected mode. Sucky way to watch TV... Wish I hadn't lost the receipt or that would go back to Best Buy, now its going to the trash. This Cables To Go matrix switch works wonderfully. My projector stays on, and I can watch TV or play videogames without problems of the video going away. Wish I'd have seen this to begin with, it only costs a couple dollars more than the BestBuy crap. (Interesting that many of the Psyclones on the store shelf have restock price tags on them...) This switch doesn't have composite or Svideo, but all my stuff is on component right now so that's fine. Plus I get two additional inputs for future use, and a second output for maybe a small screen in the dining room on Superbowl day.