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Solid design, connectivity & functionally simple w/Remote! | StarTech SVID410IR 4-to-1 Composite/S-Video and RCA Audio Switch

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StarTech SVID410IR 4-to-1 Composite/S-Video and RCA Audio Switch

This product does the job. The price is right, also. I used it to hook up my IPod, security camera, and pc to the plasma. It did the trick.

Nice product but I didnt read the fine print

I received Startech Switch and I assumed (never assume) that it had a coax out, which is what I needed it for. Long story short...
The product is solid and well built and shipping was very fast.
I didn't return this as I have a feeling I will need this in the near future with my Home Entertainment Center being mentally assembled [grin]

Solid design, connectivity & functionally simple w/Remote!

RESEARCH:
After some internet / Amazon research, I purchased the StarTech SVID410IR 4-to-1 RCA Composite/S-Video A/V Switch Box to use as a centralized interface solution between my various S-Video recording / playback devices connected to my Neuros OSD Unit w/External Iomega 500GB Hard Drive.

SPRING/SUMMER ARCHIVING PROJECT:
Recording (digitizing**) old Family Video's (VHS & Super-Hi8mm) & misc DVDs via **Neuros OSD Unit > External Iomega 500GB Hard Drive. All recording / playback devices have an S-Video OUTput, which is the better choice (picture quality) vs. the Composite Video (Yellow) RCA plug.

MANUAL PROCESS - pre A/V Switch Box:
Plugging-in & out the S-Video & Audio RCA cables between the various recording / playback devices to my Neuros OSD Unit became old very quickly.

A/V SWITCH Box BUILT QUALITY:
Very good to excellent. (see pic's I submitted into Amazon's gallery above)

1) SWITCH BOX: Logical, simple, functional & solid design.
.... a) Front panel layout is clean and clear.
.... b) Back panel layout is well spaced, clearly labeled and connectivity is very solid.
........ 1. FOUR: INputs each w/Composite (R, W & Y) RCA plugs & S-Video.
........ 2. ONE: OUTput w/Composite (R, W & Y) RCA plugs & S-Video. (See Note 1 below)
.... c) INput #1 - #4 each have a little round LED Light above indicating which one is selected.
........ 1. LED's (& possibly INput switching) powered via supplied 9 V DC Power AC Supply.
.... d) INputs can be selected from the front panel right side silver grey button or supplied remote.
........ 1. Pressing the front panel button has a tactile click for each INput change. (See Note 2 below)

2) REMOTE: Same with the switch box, solid & functional. Design is simple as it should be.
.... a) 2 AAA batteries required but not included.
.... b) Switching between any INputs is silent and responsive - works as designed.
........ 1. Having a Remote adds the value to this A/V Switch Box!!!

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NOTES:
1. The A/V Switch Box does not mix Composite Video (Yellow) and S-Video signals.
.... a) If you connect one video device using Composite Video (Yellow) & another S-Video signal ...
........ 1) You must connect both Composite Video (Y) & S-Video OUTputs plugs to your monitor / TV.

2. Due to the light weight of the switch box, the box can move when you press the front panel button.
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OPERATION:
The StarTech SVID410IR 4-to-1 RCA Composite/S-Video A/V Switch Box works as designed and advertised. Switching between my various S-Video recording / playback devices is now seamless, especially with the use of the Remote - unique @ $25 price point and provides an added value to the A/V Switch Box!

SUBJECTIVE REVIEW:
Having S-Video was a priority since it provided the best picture quality thru the Neuros OSD unit. I'm happy to see that adding the A/V Switch Box did not degrade the digitized recorded PQ (picture quality) from my External Hard Drive after comparing a few of my recordings with vs. without the A/V Switch Box!

FINAL THOUGHTS:
If you require a Audio / Video Switch box, I can easily recommend the StarTech SVID410IR 4-to-1 RCA Composite/S-Video A/V Switch Box w/Remote for its solid & functionally simple design.

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Good for S-Video and Composite Sharing

If you're like me and you have more video to input into your home theater than ports available, you probably need one of this. This obviously isn't HD compatible since it lacks either component or HDMI. However, I have a security DVR, Video iPod and Sony Camcorder which all do no better than S-Video. Since I can't spare an open input on my Home Theater Receiver for each of these gadgets, this handy switch is the best way to share them. The remote capability is essential. Once you use the included remote to program your universal remote, it becomes trivial to switch between camcorders, iPods, Satellite TV, DVD, etc.

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Tired of swapping cables to connect all your devices to your TV? StarTech.com has the answer: the SVID410IR 4-to-1 Composite/S-Video and RCA audio switch. Using a single input on your television or other display, you can connect up to 4 video devices that have Composite or S-Video output and RCA audio connectors. Switching between devices is as easy as pushing a button on the included remote control or the front panel. Perfect for multiple devices like VCRs, camcorders, and DVD players as well as game consoles like Xbox, Playstation 2, Gamecube, and Dreamcast. Quality construction means sharp images and clear audio, so you don't have to make any sacrifices for convenience you want.

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