Component Cable Switchboxes

tnny · 23-11-2006, 21:49

I don't want to have to keep reaching around the back of my TV to swap cables around, so I'm looking for a component cable switchbox. The only one I can find is here:

http://www.play-asia.com/paOS-13-71-...Pr-70-3cb.html

and I've heard bad things about it - apparently it causes wavy lines and slight ghosting.

Can anyone advise me on where to find a good one, please?

nick h · 24-11-2006, 02:03

if you only need 2 inputs and 1 output then the JS Technology Master Component Controller is what you need

£55 - but the best - i use one with a 50" plasma and can confirm the pq

soulboy77 · 24-11-2006, 09:21

There are plenty of switch boxes out there just Google ... but they seem quite expensive for the simple task required.

Someone from the AVforum recommended using a Composite/Audio switch box instead (same RCA connectors just colour coded differently) as they can be had for around £20 (Maplins N46CK). Whether you would get any degradation of the signal I don't know.

tnny · 24-11-2006, 12:16

Are there any that aren't so ridiculously expensive?

My SCART Switchbox only cost about a fiver...

nick h · 24-11-2006, 13:05

Quote:

Originally Posted by tnny

Are there any that aren't so ridiculously expensive?

My SCART Switchbox only cost about a fiver...

yes there are cheaper but tbh why take pot luck - the JS version is proven and highly rated by av enthusiasts who know their kit

just ask on AV Forums

spiidey · 24-11-2006, 21:29

I use this one - £120 quid but worth every single penny.

Had it for 6 months and have run Sky HD, Gamecube, DVD Recorder and DVD HDD Recorder through it.

You should seriously consider spending a bit more if you've got a decent TV.

http://www.lektropacks.com/view_item...3&&category=20

And it comes with remote so you don't even have to get off the sofa to switch!!

23-11-2006, 21:49	#1
tnny Forum Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 28	Component Cable Switchboxes I don't want to have to keep reaching around the back of my TV to swap cables around, so I'm looking for a component cable switchbox. The only one I can find is here: http://www.play-asia.com/paOS-13-71-...Pr-70-3cb.html and I've heard bad things about it - apparently it causes wavy lines and slight ghosting. Can anyone advise me on where to find a good one, please?

24-11-2006, 02:03	#2
nick h Forum Member Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 331	if you only need 2 inputs and 1 output then the JS Technology Master Component Controller is what you need £55 - but the best - i use one with a 50" plasma and can confirm the pq

24-11-2006, 09:21	#3
soulboy77 Forum Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Herts Posts: 17,005	There are plenty of switch boxes out there just Google ... but they seem quite expensive for the simple task required. Someone from the AVforum recommended using a Composite/Audio switch box instead (same RCA connectors just colour coded differently) as they can be had for around £20 (Maplins N46CK). Whether you would get any degradation of the signal I don't know.

24-11-2006, 12:16	#4
tnny Forum Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 28	Are there any that aren't so ridiculously expensive? My SCART Switchbox only cost about a fiver...

24-11-2006, 13:05	#5
nick h Forum Member Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 331	Quote: Originally Posted by tnny Are there any that aren't so ridiculously expensive? My SCART Switchbox only cost about a fiver... yes there are cheaper but tbh why take pot luck - the JS version is proven and highly rated by av enthusiasts who know their kit just ask on AV Forums

24-11-2006, 21:29	#6
spiidey Forum Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Scotland Posts: 16,054	I use this one - £120 quid but worth every single penny. Had it for 6 months and have run Sky HD, Gamecube, DVD Recorder and DVD HDD Recorder through it. You should seriously consider spending a bit more if you've got a decent TV. http://www.lektropacks.com/view_item...3&&category=20 And it comes with remote so you don't even have to get off the sofa to switch!!

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