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do i need a new tv/ (HDMI input question)

post #1 of 4
3/4/12 at 7:37am
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I purchased an LCD 6 years ago and it has one HDMI input. Currently I use it for my HD cable box. I have an older DVD player with the old yellow, red, white cables, but it's on the fritz.

I want to get one of those new DVD players with streaming capabilities (netflix, etc...) built in, but they seem to have HDMI outputs.

Since I only have one HDMI input is there anything that can be done? I've seen HDMI splitters, but I would think I need both the cable box and DVD player on at the same time, or am I mis-informed. Is that even an option or should I just get a new TV with multiple HDMI inputs?

Spliiters are pretty cheap so even if the splitter option is viable, I could do $100 for the DVD player or get a new TV with the streaming WIFI built in for $500 and just use Netflix over the DVD player.

Any input is appreciated.

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post #2 of 4
3/4/12 at 11:22am
Why not just use component video on the cable box?
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post #3 of 4
3/4/12 at 11:55am
You could get a receiver or a Home Theater in a Box system. That will give you multiple HDMI inputs and you'll upgrade your sound at the same time. The HTIB system is cheaper than buying speakers and a receiver separately but the HTIB receivers aren't of the same caliber. They do the job though, I picked up an Onkyo HTIB for my mother in law at Christmas time for around $230 on sale.

http://www.amazon.com/Onkyo-HT-S3400...0890799&sr=1-1
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post #4 of 4
3/4/12 at 2:41pm
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I purchased an LCD 6 years ago and it has one HDMI input. Since I only have one HDMI input is there anything that can be done? I've seen HDMI splitters, but I would think I need both the cable box and DVD player on at the same time, or am I misinformed. Is that even an option or should I just get a new TV with multiple HDMI inputs?

Splitters are pretty cheap so even if the splitter option is viable, I could do $100 for the DVD player or get a new TV with the streaming WIFI built in for $500 and just use Netflix over the DVD player.

Any input is appreciated.

Thanks!

You need a HDMI switch - not a splitter. Plug all of your HDMI devices into the switch and the HDMI output goes into your LCD. Simple. Go to Monoprice.com and do a search for HDMI switch and you'll be presented with several choices, choose the one that is best suited to your needs.
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