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Question

Multiple TV Set Up

by Sep 5, 2018 9:46PM PDT

Hi CNET forum,

I am new to the forum and hopeful someone can help me with my dilemma. I think I've found a solution but it seems rather clunky.

Problem: display 3 different output hdmi devices on 3 separate TV's.
I have a Cox cable box, direct TV box, and Xbox one that need to be connected to a 65 inch TV, 55 inch, and 32 inch.

I currently have a denon receiver capable of outputting to two devices. However, the receiver is failing and somewhat regularly 'pops' and has to be reset or cool down before restarting the device.

Solution: My new solution involves 3 4x1 splitters and one 1x3 switch, and at least 13 hdmi cables. Connecting the cable box to the 4 way splitter would allow the signal to reach the new receiver (connected to the 65 inch), and connect directly to the 55 inch and 32 inch. If the signal is displayed on all three TV's at once I can choose the TV's display simply by changing the hdmi.

Hdmi splitter:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00CUMJRBO/ref=ox_sc_act_image_1?smid=A2IX3RNQE846HA&psc=1


Questions:
Is there a better solution ?
What AV receiver do you recommended?
Do you have experience with the above splitter?
Should I be concerned with output resolutions conflicting with TV's?

None of the TV's are 4k (only 1080p) but have no objections to future proofing.

I have hometheater speakers, but know very little about their specs. They are probably over 10 years old.

I am happy to provide specific model numbers or pictures if it helps.

Thank you for reading my very long post.
Hopefully it makes sense.
Cheers!

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Clarification Request
This doesn't sound like a job for a spliter.
by r. proffitt Forum moderator Sep 6, 2018 2:50PM PDT
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Let’s try that again
by Pepe7 Sep 6, 2018 7:51PM PDT
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A matrix is exactly what I need!
by Neneman54 Sep 7, 2018 12:21AM PDT

Thank you very much this is a far better solution than I thought of, thanks to both of you.

Should I be concerned about sending the hdmi signal through the matrix and then the AVR? Signal strength or audio issues?

Any recommendations on an AVR around $500?

Thanks again

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Should be fine
by Pepe7 Sep 7, 2018 2:29PM PDT

Always trial and error though.

Look at Onkyo, Denon, Sony and Marantz.

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