The component video switch has become a very popular item for those looking to improve on their home entertainment systems without having to spend a lot of money. They provide a versatile and easy to operate solution that will enable you to get all of your gadgets and devices hooked up at once, making your life that much easier and allowing you to finally take advantage of all of their powerful benefits and advantages.

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Cables To Go 40324 3-Play Component Video and TOSLINK Digital Audio High Performance Selector Switch (Black) Cables To Go 40324 3-Play Component Video and TOSLINK Digital Audio High Performance Selector Switch (Black)
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Description

This 3-Play selector connects up to 3 TOSLINK digital audio, 3 stereo analog audio pairs, and 3 component video (770.3) signals to a single component video output. Experience loss-less control from as many as 3 HDTV or progressive scan source components! With its compact size, 3-Play provides the power of choice and the convenience of control! This component is ideal for connecting video game systems, DBS Satellite, DVD and ATSC tuners to home theater receivers and pre-amp/processors. Includes wireless IR remote control, front panel selection, and a DC 12 V (500 mA) power supply. Input: Three RCA Component Video Female, Three TOSLINK Female, Three RCA Stereo Audio Female. Output: One RCA Component Video Female, One TOSLINK Female, One RCA Stereo Audio Female. For your convenience, the AC/DC Adapter (#98016) and the Remote Control (#98014) are available for this item.

Cables To Go 40324 3-Play Component Video and TOSLINK Digital Audio High Performance Selector Switch (Black) Cables To Go 40324 3-Play Component Video and TOSLINK Digital Audio High Performance Selector Switch (Black)
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Features

  • Input: Three RCA Component Video Female, Three TOSLINK Female, Three RCA Stereo Audio Female and Output: One RCA Component Video Female
  • This 3-Play selector connects up to 3 TOSLINK digital audio, 3 stereo analog audio pairs, and 3 component video signals
  • With its compact size,9.5in x 4.25in x 2in, 3-Play provides the power of choice and the convenience of control
  • This component is ideal for connecting video game systems, DBS Satellite, DVD and ATSC tuners to home theater receivers
  • Easy switching between devices with component video, stereo audio and TOSLINK digital audio!
Cables To Go 40324 3-Play Component Video and TOSLINK Digital Audio High Performance Selector Switch (Black) Cables To Go 40324 3-Play Component Video and TOSLINK Digital Audio High Performance Selector Switch (Black)
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If you're unfamiliar with a component video switch then the concept will still be fairly easy to understand. You can think of it as something like a power strip for your electrical outlets. At first you may only have one or two plugs available, and then when you want to plug in something else or switch what you're using, you have to turn everything off, unplug them and then plug in the new devices. It can all be quite a hassle.

Well the component video switch acts like a power strip for all of the plug-in components for your various electronics, allowing you to easily plug in and operate multiple devices and gadgets at once. You'll be able to plug in the components for everything you use - your DVD or Blu-Ray player, your game consoles, your cable box, stereo system and anything else and then instantaneously switch between all of them in a blink of an eye.

This is so valuable because so many televisions, even new HDTV's, come with a very limited amount of component plugs. This means that even if the quality of your set is great you still will be missing out on everything that you could be using it for because you simply don't have the space. Not to mention that certain formats may not be accepted and switching between settings can be a huge pain.

A simple component video switch will alleviate all of these problems, allowing you to use all of your favorite electronics, switch between them seamlessly and enjoy them all in the proper format and settings that they were designed to work with. Best of all is that you won't need to spend a lot of money to get your hands on one of these convenient home theater and entertainment accessories. Even the best models are extremely affordable, so you'll always end up with exactly what you're looking for without needing to spend a ton of cash.

You will have many options to choose between, and they will differ in various ones from one another. Some will have more slots and spaces and some will accept different kinds of components. Additionally, you'll even find some simple mechanical component switches that don't require power. Ultimately, what you choose will come down to your personal preferences and needs.

So when you're looking to setup a home theater and finally take proper advantage of all of your electronics, look no further than a component video switch. You'll get a ton of useful functionality without any hassle or headaches, and you'll be able to keep your budget intact as well. Also, please visit our companion sites to look for a TV DVD Player and the Best USB Hub.

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