Do I need a Video Switcher

[andy sullivan]

Only one component video input on TV (Sony 61HS10). DTV receiver and DVD player (Denon 910 ) have component video outs. Should I buy a component Video switcher (where to buy) for DVD player or just use S-Video cable?

 

[KeithT]

Get a switcher! I used this one for a couple of years till I got a receiver with more component inputs.

http://www.digitalconnection.com/Products/Video/1154A.asp

 

[BMXTRIX]

2nd agreement!

Get a switcher!

There are several types and right at the bottom of the pile is one you can get from Wal-Mart that is manual push-button.

Like this:
http://cgi.ebay.com/3-COMPONENT-VIDEO-AUDIO-SWITCHER-YPbPr-SELECTOR-SWITC_W0QQitemZ5847359055QQcategoryZ73390QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

or the Phillips one...
http://cgi.ebay.com/Phillips-HDTV-4-way-Video-Switch-S-Video-Component-NEW_W0QQitemZ5850468778QQcategoryZ73390QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

Really though - check Target and Wal-Mart - I know I've seen something similar there for around 20 bucks!

Keep in mind a good A/V receiver will also have at least 3 component video inputs plus you get that whole 'surround sound' thing.

 

[andy sullivan]

I have a Yamaha RX-V530 which has three component outputs. I'm not sure how yo run the connections though.