HDMI Switch Questions

[gadgtfreek]

I prefer running my video devices directly to the tv (dont ask me why, its prob all in my head), so I was wondering if this would work:

Run an HDMI cable to from my BD35 to this For only $9.00 each when QTY 50+ purchased - Video/Audio Splitter - HDMI M to HDMI F X 2 | HDMI Passive/Non-Powered Splitter

Then I can run one HDMI to the tv, and one to the ONKYO 605 for the HD audios.

Would this work??

 

[gadgtfreek]

Looks like the splitter is a POS, prob need this onefrom amazon

2 Port HDMI Splitter


Price: $115.99

 

[Ilya]

Why not just run HDMI through your receiver?
Connect the TV set to your receiver's HDMI output.

 

[gadgtfreek]

Why not just run HDMI through your receiver?
Connect the TV set to your receiver's HDMI output.

Looks like thats my only choice. I just hate running video thru another pc of equipment. Like I said, Im prob just being paranoid.

 

[Ilya]

Unlike analog connection, you don't lose any picture quality with extra HDMI connection, but you win in convenience.

Splitting HDMI is usually not a good idea. HDMI is a two-way communication protocol with handshaking, negotiations, etc.

 

[gadgtfreek]

Yeah, and these splitters are not HDCP compliant. Ah well, shouldnt waste the money and let the Onkyo do it.

 

[Ilya]

Not exactly your situation, but I was looking for an HDMI switch last month to be able to connect 4 HDMI sources to my TV set that only has one HDMI input. But then I decided to save money on the switch and instead apply them toward a better receiver that has all the inputs I need. I am glad I did! Not only I ended up with a better receiver, but it is also much easier and more convenient to switch sound and video at the same time in a single device. Receivers are the best HDMI switches!

 

[gadgtfreek]

It def makes it easier. Guess I was just trying to bypass the rcvr for video, but am worrying about something thats a moot point.

Being its digital, does an HDMI connection either work or not, meaning something would not fail and degrade the pq, but instead kill it altogether?

 

[jayn_j]

It def makes it easier. Guess I was just trying to bypass the rcvr for video, but am worrying about something thats a moot point.

Being its digital, does an HDMI connection either work or not, meaning something would not fail and degrade the pq, but instead kill it altogether?

FWIW, I have absolutely NO issues with routing my video through the Onkyo and save on the cable clutter by using HDMI for both audio and video. The Onkyo does a good job of splitting it out. The only downside is that the Onkyo doesn't pass the audio back out to the cheap TV amplifier and speakers. What a loss

 

[8bitbytes]

What's wrong with this one?

For only $26.91 each when QTY 50+ purchased - 4X1 Enhanced 1.3b Certified HDMI Switch with built-in Equalizer and Remote (REV.3.0) | Auto/Powered HDMI Switch

 

[Paul Wozniak]

FWIW, I have absolutely NO issues with routing my video through the Onkyo and save on the cable clutter by using HDMI for both audio and video. The Onkyo does a good job of splitting it out. The only downside is that the Onkyo doesn't pass the audio back out to the cheap TV amplifier and speakers. What a loss

First off, why would you want to? I assume you have a nice surround system, with a center channel that sounds way better than your TV speakers. Second, you could always run audio from your sat box to the TV. (DirecTV boxes can do this , don't know about Dish).

Elwaylite - Your ONKYO passes the video signal untouched, trust me you won't see a difference in PQ.

 

[Kevinw]

If you want a switch this one works great
For only $26.91 each when QTY 50+ purchased - 4X1 Enhanced 1.3b Certified HDMI Switch with built-in Equalizer and Remote (REV.3.0) | Auto/Powered HDMI Switch
I use the 4x2 version Plus it works with my 880 remote

 

[jayn_j]

First off, why would you want to? I assume you have a nice surround system, with a center channel that sounds way better than your TV speakers. Second, you could always run audio from your sat box to the TV. (DirecTV boxes can do this , don't know about Dish).

Elwaylite - Your ONKYO passes the video signal untouched, trust me you won't see a difference in PQ.

That's what the wink was for. Too subtle, I guess.

My system runs through the Onkyo to large traditional Klipsch speakers (KG-5 mains, RC-35 center and RS-3 surrounds) Just bought a 12" Velodyne sub to complete it. Sound is much better than picture at this point (Toshiba 56HM66), although I have a front projector and screen I need to set up.

Finally, I'm currently on Comcast (no site line to sats from my rental house), and their box stinks that way. I get either HDMI or optical, but not both.

There was a difference a year or two ago when the receivers couldn't handle the 1080P bandwidth, but that has not been an issue recently.

 

[gadgtfreek]

Elwaylite - Your ONKYO passes the video signal untouched, trust me you won't see a difference in PQ.

Yeah, like I said, Im just being paranoid . Sometimes you get too caught up in harping on something, you forget to shut up and just watch the damn thing.

 

[Paul Wozniak]

sorry jayn_j, didn't notice the wink.