One hdmi input on TV with multiple hdmi sources: Does anyone know how I could connect a dvd player with an hdmi output and a cable box with an hdmi output into one hdmi input on a television?
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This is a common situation and by now you've solved it but seeing that your post is dated 9/15/08, I'll give you the solution for the benefit of others who may need it. HDMI switchers (commonly 4 input, 1 out) are available for less than $50 and some of them are auto-sensing/manual units and others even have remote controls. it's a matter of preference. They all do the same job which is to allow more than one device to be connected to a display with only one HDMI input. Don't get suckered into paying too much for one because, just like cables (especially 'printer' cables), it's not necessary to spend a small fortune for them. There are poor quality as well as great quality ones out there and if you buy from a reputable dealer you'll be able to return it if doesn't work properly.
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I do not think this is what you are looking for. It won't help with input to the AV receiver. As for the AV output, this would split that signal into two identical signals, and I'm guessing you don't want to put the same signal into both 1 and 2 hdmi inputs on the TV.
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Sorry, only 1 HDMI output. Composite is a little outdated, so you probably won't be finding it on most of your Blue Ray players.
1711790
Hi, I don't have an answer for your question. I only use 1 input to 2 separate outputs (Tv and projector). Sorry.
2008641
If you look at the specifications and video output HDMI looks like the single source. Only one HDMI output along with audio digital/optical and no component video or legacy technology. You can however obtain an adapter cable, HDMI to DVI or an adapter from HDMI to 15-pin VGA video if your TV supports DVI or VGA. No guarantees in compatibilities as it's easier to up convert signals to HDMI VS down converting.
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I am using the HDMI side port on my VIZIO TV to connect with the DVD player.I am using a mediabridge high speed HDMI cable for the connection. Hope this helps.
1977886
I have everything going to my TV (so that is my limit on HDMI inputs). I then just run 1 optical from my TV to the soundbar.. and *any* input/sound combination then successfully is sent to the soundbar (hdmi1 for fios, hdmi2 for bluray player, hdmi3 for xbox etc)
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There's only one HDMI output slot on this device. You're in need of an HDMI splitter, not a switch. This device would be for TV's that have 1 HDMI port, but you have 3 devices like: Apple TV, Video Game Console, Cable Box - all needing connecting to your TV. To connect one device to multiple TV's you need to split the signal using a splitter.
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No, nsa, as Don A. says, this box takes the HDMI output from one device -- like your blu ray player, and splits it to send the signal to two TVs, not the other way around (choosing between two signal sources to feed one TV). When dealing with a HDMI signal, it does not matter the source (blu ray, DVD, game console, etc.); HDMI is a common type of communication between AV devices. What you are looking for will be called an HDMI switcher or switch box; most likely you will have to do something (push a button on the box, or on a remote) to select which signal gets fed to your TV.
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Wrong direction. This will take one hdmi input and duplicate it to two hdmi outputs
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Assuming your receiver has hdmi output and your using that, you will need another hdmi cable along with this one (so you have a total of three hdmi cables) and a hdmi splitter (one input and two outputs)Connect the current hdmi cable that is attached to TV1 from the receiver to the input of the splitter then connect the two new hdmi cables to the output of the splitter and into the inputs of TV1 and TV2
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Theere are two (inputs) on the RCA. I would connect one from the cable box and connect the other from the DVD. I would bypass the audio outputs from your TV if you use a cable box
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I don't thank that you could use this one for what you are trying to do. You would need a splitter that would go from (1) source in and send it to 2,3 or 4 out, as would the # VPHDMI04 is a 4 way for 4 tv. sets from one computer. Using HDMI cables you could see the computer on all 4sets. you would not have control at the 4 sets. The computer would be the only place that you could control all 4. AT Amazon.
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The other answers are correct... however it is possible to use two transmitters simultaneously, each one fed by a receiver/tuner that each provide an hdmi signal. Each receiver will show both transmitters (it is possible to name them for easy recognition) and you can easily switch between transmitters. With only one transmitter unit you get one signal at a time.
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I am using it on two TVs. My HDMI cable comes out from the DVD player into the splitter box. From the box I have two HMDI cable which go to separate TVs. It works great for me. I have also used it to stream from my laptop with no problem.
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Not sure I understand the question. This equipment is primarily for splitting one HDMI input source into up to 4 output devices. So, if you have one source equipment (e.g. computer, DVD player, Blu-Ray player, game console etc.) with, at least, one HDMI port, you can use the splitter to distribute to 4 different output devices e.g. you can operate one DVD player and watch on 4 different TVs simultaneously. Both your input device and the output devices should have HDMI ports or HDMI compatibility. If either of your input or output devices does not have HDMI ports, you would need to be sure there are converter cables that will work with them. For instance, I use a DVI-to-HDMI cable from my computer to the splitter because my computer does not have HDMI ports.
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This is a HDMI Splitter... Meaning you take the output of one device (like a Satellite Receiver) and then split that signal to multiple TV's. If you TV only has 2 HDMI inputs and you need another one, why not consider using the Component Inputs on the TV, it will give you a good HD picture... Hope this helps...