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Belkin AV24502tt 3 to 1 HDMI Switch

If you have more than one high-definition audio-video component, such as a game console, cable set-top box or DVD player, chances are you’re familiar with the frustrating “bottleneck effect” that’s taking place at your high-definition television or receiver. Unless you have the very latest high-definition TV or receiver, you probably only have a single high-definition input. So when you want to switch components, you get up to plug in the new component you want to use.

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Belkin’s PureAV 3-to-1 Video Switch is ideal for: Effortlessly switching between up to 3 HDMI components with single HDMI connection on your HDTV Maintaining pure digital connections to all your components

Thanks to Belkin PureAV HDMI 3-to-1 Video Switch, help has arrived. From the comfort and convenience of your chair, this switch lets you connect and control up to three HD video components through a single port on your TV or receiver.

High-Definition Switching
HDMI, or High-Definition Multimedia Interface, is fast becoming the standard among video components, and is one of the most common audio video connections available. XBox 360, PlayStation 3, Blue-ray players, gaming computers, and more now require HDMI inputs for optimal user experiences. Unfortunately, most of the older — and many newer — HD televisions and receivers have only one HDMI input. Although you could spend $1,000 or more to upgrade your television or receiver to take care of this problem, the PureAV HDMI 3-to-1 Video Switch can take care of it for you at a fraction of the cost.

The PureAV HDMI 3-to-1 Video Switch allows you to connect to and switch among three high-definition, digital-video source devices through a single HDMI, or Digital Visual Interface (DVI) connection on your high-definition television or receiver. (Although there are only HDMI connections on this device, you can use the included HDMI Interface-to-DVI cable to connect and switch between DVI components.)

This convenient, compact switch offers an ideal way to connect digital displays such as HDTVs, plasma displays, DLP TVs, LCD TVs, and projectors. HDMI also provides an all-digital connection between such source devices as HDTVs, DVD players/recorders, digital cable/satellite boxes, and AV receivers. Simply select from among the devices either by pressing the input-selector button on the switch itself, or by using the included remote control to scroll to or directly select a source.

Maintaining Highest Resolutions and Standards
The PureAV HDMI 3-to-1 Video Switch maintains the highest HDMI single-link video resolution available and supports the full range of resolutions to optimize your viewing experience, including 480i, 480p, 720i, 720p, 1080i, and 1080p. The switch works with all HDCP-compliant devices, and it connects and switches both HDMI and HDMI Interface-to-DVI cables.

Not much bigger than the remote control that’s included with it, the switch measures 7.15 x 0.9 x 3 inches (WxHxD) and weighs less than a pound. In addition to the remote control, it comes with an AC power adapter and six-foot HDMI interface cable. The switch is backed by a Belkin Lifetime Warranty.

About PureAv
With the advent of new digital technologies and applications in the home-theater industry, PureAV–a brand of Belkin Corporation–provides solutions that seamlessly integrate the capabilities of your personal computer and mobile devices. Launched in 2004, PureAV integrates technology and high-quality performance with a modern, clean elegance previously obtainable only at a premium price. Relying on Belkin’s 20 years of experience in manufacturing digital connectivity products, PureAV designs high-quality products that help to unleash the performance of all your audio/video devices.

What’s in the Box
Belkin PureAV AV24502 HDMI 3-to-1 Video Switch, remote control, and 6-foot HDMI interface cable.

User Ratings and Reviews

5 Stars It does what it says it does
I looked over numerous types of these devices. Not very many actually do split your input and allow multiple devices to be used without some other issues. This one does. It works perfectly with no loss of detail or similar problems. Don’t try to cheap it out. You’ll be sorry. I running a BR player, PC and game into one input on the TV. The switchability is great.

1 Star Product arrived with missing parts-
I order the “HDmi 3X1 Switch with remote Hdmi/hdmi Cable 6 by Pure AV” the product arrived late with missing parts. Requested the saler provide the missing parts (or an explination) and never got a response. DON’T PURCHASE ANYTHING FROM THIS SELLER OR YOU’LL BE SORRY!!!

5 Stars Works on long hdmi runs
I have a 40 foot hdmi run from a closet with the A/V equimpment to the TV. The Belkin switcher worked perfect. Also I was able to create macros with my RF remote to switch the Belkin hdmi source. I switch between the DirecTV HD DVR and my Onkyo A/V Receiver. DVD player goes through the A/V receiver. I had read that some brands of switchers had trouble with certain sources or long runs but the Belkin has worked flawless.

4 Stars Belkin AV24502tt HDMI Switch
Good buy for considerably less money than I was able to find one in the local stores.

5 Stars Belkin HDMI Switcher
Does everything it is supposed to do. No complaints thus far.

Great Switcher!!!

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LG 50PG30 50 Inch 1080p Plasma HDTV

Incorporating Single Layer technology, LG was able to completely eliminate the usual screen border, making the set appear to be an elegant, seamless sheet of glass. This window-like, screen-only TV is more than just looks, however. The PG60 boasts a contrast ratio of 30,000:1 – the industry’s highest – which enables better black levels than ever before, and which are further enhanced by its dual XD engine. The TV also has Full HD capabilities and Fluid Motion technology that displays images much faster than 180Hz. The PG60 similarly includes LG’s Invisible Speaker with upgraded sound quality and wider sweet spot.

User Ratings and Reviews

4 Stars Wow
First of all, the tv and picture is awesome. The only faults: the tv comes attached to the base, and the screws are not high quality and I almost stripped them getting them out to mount them on the wall. Other than that, great deal for a great tv. Also, it’s REAL heavy too.

5 Stars Perfect TV for me
Prior to this tv I had a 50″ LG 720P. The only reason I went 1080P was because my cost came down on it. I probably didn’t need it, but I thought, what the heck. I’ve got a PS3, XBox 360 with HD-DVD add-on, Wii, DirecTV HD, and hook up HD Camcorders and my HDMI capable laptop as well. Expert mode for adjusting individual color / tint / brightness, and much more. Great blacks and plenty of HDMI inputs. LOVE it…..

5 Stars Great Picture!
This is a great product. The setup is easy and straight forward. The picture is unbelievable. Would definitely recommend it to anyone.

5 Stars This is a great value!
I was really nervous about making such a large purchase so I did alot of research before I made my choice. I will go point by point here.

Resolution:

I chose the 1080p because it was clearer than the 760p. I’ve heard people say that you can tell unless you’re using BluRay and I disagree. I could definitely tell the difference, especially on text, and I am glad that I chose the 1080p.

This television has a 30:1 contrast ratio and that makes HUGE difference in viewing text and the color black. Televisions with a lower contrast ratio (including the LG 50PG20) looked grey and the colors sometimes bled.

The Glare:

I upgraded from a CRT television to this. This television has alot less glare than my old TV, so I don’t know what all of the fuss is about. When my four lamps are on and my huge picture window is uncurtained, there is STILL less glare than my old TV. If I have company over, I close the curtains and turn off the largest lamp and it looks great. No glare at all. I don’t know what all of the glare fuss is about.

Sound Quality:

The sound quality is adequate. It’s about the same as other televisions I’ve seen, even the more expensive ones. The general consensus is that people who buy flat-screens should also buy a home theater system, which I’m planning to do next year. When I have alot of background noise during the day (my kids playing, phones ringing, hubby on the computer, cars going by) I have to turn it to about 75. (Their volume scale is 1-100.) When the house is quieter, 25 suffices. It works well and is fine for now.

Size:

The size is awesome and terrific!!! The closest seats are about five feet away and the farthest seats are eleven feet away and it looks great from any of those distances, at whatever angles. I love, love, love the size. It’s like being at a movie theater without any crying kids. (Except my own.) Let me say it again. THE SIZE IS AWESOME!

Picture Quality:

I have cable and it looks fine. The HD channels look awesome. In both cases, (HD and digital channel) you can practically see the pores on the actors’ faces. I purchased an upconverting DVD players so almost all of my DVDs look awesome as well. I do have a few that don’t look so hot. I picked up Ghostbusters I and II for cheap at Wal-Mart and they both look grainy. However, I’m chalking that up to both films being produced in the early eighties and never having been remastered.

A note on this: You cannot just plug this is and let it go. I had to purchase a good HDMI cable (cost me about 100 bucks) to get the picture quality that I expect from a plasma. I originally had it hooked up with my old RCA cables and it looked okay. Once we got the HDMI hooked up, I was blown away and ecstatic, even with the picture on standard settings.

Price:

This television has an average price on it. There are televisions that cost less and ones that cost more. I really found this television to be the best value for my money, because it LOOKED like the expensive televisions without the higher price tag. It is a bit more than some of the lower-end versions, but I really feel like you get what you pay for, and this is awesome and totally worth it. However, the Amazon price on it now is about four hundred dollars more than I paid, so I would really price shop before I purchased.

The Remote:

I saw some bad reviews for the remote and I decided I didn’t care because I could always purchase a universal remote later. Some reviewers said it was confusing and so I expected it to be confusing, but it wasn’t.

It is a very straightforward remote. On top you have your sound and picture controls, then your arrow keys followed by your volume and channel keys (your favorites and mute button is in between the two) followed by your numbers. The volume and channel buttons are curved so your fingers can feel the difference between up and down without looking.

The addition of the sound and picture controls make it a LONG remote and I couldn’t reach all of the controls with my hand on the middle, My husband can but I can’t. However, it is very light and slim so moving my hand to different sections was not a problem and doesn’t even require looking at it.

Shipping:

This item was very well packed by LG and arrived without a scratch or a dead pixel. It was awesome. I had heard some horror stories so I was a bit worried. In the end, I was more than satisfied with the condition it arrived in.

The Verdict:

This television is the best value for the money and I am so glad that I purchased it. It impresses me every time I see it and I have had it for over a month. Yay!

UPDATE: I have now had it for more than four months and I am still ecstatic with it. The picture is still great and I am STILL impressed by it’s size.

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CITI ULTRA PREMIUM 25 FT HDMI M M 1 3 GOLD CABLE HDTV 1 3 1080P 25FT 7 5M for PS3 XBOX 360 LCD DVD PLASMA TV BluRay with Nylon Cover

Best Video Quality 1080p to 1600p
Our Certified HDMI 1.3b cable supports maximum pixel clock rate of 340 MHz 10.2 Gbit/s which allows for WQXGA (2560X1600), or up to 1600p. This future proofs your cable beyond todays 1080p.
Backward support for 1600p, 1080i, 720p, 720i, 480p & 480i
Supports 12-bit color, also known as Deep ColorTM
Highest Sound Quality Latest lossless surround sound technology
Enables highest sound quality: Ultra-lifelike 192/24 Dolby

CITI ULTRA PREMIUM 50 FT HDMI M M 1 3 GOLD CABLE HDTV 1 3 1080P 50FT 15M for PS3 XBOX 360 LCD DVD PLASMA TV BluRay with Nylon Cover

Best Video Quality 1080p to 1600p
Our Certified HDMI 1.3b cable supports maximum pixel clock rate of 340 MHz 10.2 Gbit/s which allows for WQXGA (2560X1600), or up to 1600p. This future proofs your cable beyond todays 1080p.
Backward support for 1600p, 1080i, 720p, 720i, 480p & 480i
Supports 12-bit color, also known as Deep ColorTM
Highest Sound Quality Latest lossless surround sound technology
Enables highest sound quality: Ultra-lifelike 192/24 Dolby

Belkin Ultra High Speed 6ft HDMI To HDMI Cable 1080p 120hz Version 1 3 For DVD Players Blu Ray Players Xbox 360 Playstation 3 HDTV Lifetime Warranty

High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) enables the delivery of both high-definition video and multichannel, digital audio quality through just one cable. Belkin HDMI Audio Video Cables deliver the richest possible HD video and digital audio experience to your home theatre

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